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ANN ARBOR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR SESSION - APRIL 3, 2000
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The regular session of the Ann Arbor City Council was called to order at 7:36 p.m. in the
City Hall Council Chamber by Mayor Ingrid B. Sheldon.
Council stood for a moment of silence.
Mayor Sheldon led Council in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL
PRESENT : Councilmembers Tobi Hanna-Davies, John Hieftje, Joseph Upton, Dee
Freiberg, Jean Carlberg, Heidi Cowing Herrell, Stephen C. Hartwell, Marcia
Higgins, Christopher Kolb, Mayor Ingrid B. Sheldon, 10.
ABSENT : Councilmember Elisabeth Daley, 1.
INTRODUCTIONS
FACHHOCHSCHULE, KEHL, GERMANY STUDENT/FACULTY STUDY GROUP
Brigitte Maassen, Co-chair of the Ann Arbor Hospitality Committee, introduced
representatives of the student/faculty study group from Fachhochschule, Kehl, Germany.
The student interns involved in this program work in cooperation with the City of Ann Arbor,
Eastern Michigan University and the University of Michigan to learn about public
administration in the United States as part of their studies to become civil servants in
Germany.
PUBLIC COMMENTARY - RESERVED TIME
SOL METZ - ABOLITION OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS
Sol Metz, 1750 Fulmer St., spoke in favor of the proposed resolution in support of the
abolition of nuclear weapons. Mr. Metz expressed concern that the production of nuclear
weapons is depriving people of assets which can be used to treat disease, build housing
and grow food. He stated that the mining and storage of uranium used in nuclear weapons
causes environmental damage, creates security problems from accidental or miscalculated
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use, encourages the spread of nuclear weapons, and provides targets for terrorists.
DAVID BASSETT - ABOLITION OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS
David Bassett, 1600 Brooklyn Ave., spoke in favor of the proposed resolution in support of
the abolition of nuclear weapons. Dr. Bassett expressed concern that the United States
government, rather than moving away from its reliance on nuclear weapons, is acting in
ways which increase the risk of nuclear confrontations. He stated that until the Senate
ratifies the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty, the United States is in no position to persuade
other nations to give up their nuclear weapons, or relinquish development of such weapons.
(Statement on file in the City Clerk=s Office).
JIM MOGENSEN - LIVING WAGE
Jim Mogensen, 3780 Green Brier Blvd., spoke in support of a living wage ordinance. Mr.
Mogensen stated that he will continue working for establishment of a living wage ordinance
for low-income people and for a new homeless shelter in the city.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
LUKE/EAGLE HOLDINGS ZONING (ORDINANCE NO. 11-00)
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed amendment to Chapter 55, rezoning of
0.14 acre, from TWP (Township District) to R1D (Single-Family Dwelling District), east side
of Westover Avenue south of Porter Ave. Notice of public hearing was published March 26,
2000.
There being no one present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
SHADY LANE PROPERTY ZONING (ORDINANCE NO.12-00)
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed amendment to Chapter 55, rezoning of
0.15 acre from TWP (Township District) to R1D (Single-Family Dwelling District), Shady
Lane property, Shady Lane south of Packard Road, Lot 6 of Walden Woods Subdivision.
Notice of public hearing was published March 26, 2000.
There being no one present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
EARLY LEARNING CENTER REVISED SITE PLAN
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed Early Learning Center Revised Site Plan,
0.61 acre, 3070 Redwood Avenue. Notice of public hearing was published April 2, 2000.
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The following person appeared:
John Kirk, of J. Bradley Moore and Associates, project architect, stated that
he would be available to answer questions from Council.
There being no one else present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
GLACIER HILLS/THE MEADOWS SENIOR HOUSING REVISED PLANNED PROJECT
SITE PLAN
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed Glacier Hills/the Meadows Senior
Housing Revised Planned Project Site Plan, 33.4 acres, 1200 Earhart Road. Notice of
public hearing was published April 2, 2000.
The following people appeared:
John Barker, of Hobbs & Black Associates, representing the petitioner, stated
that he would be available to answer questions from Council.
Ed Shafter, representing Earhart Village Homes Association, spoke in favor
of the proposal. Mr. Shafter stated that, as a result of many friendly and
productive meetings, the petitioner has agreed to revise the original site plan
in order to accommodate specific concerns of Earhart Village residents. He
reported that the changes include installation of large berms and planting of
mature evergreens, revision of lighting and road plans to soften the visual
impact, preservation of the natural woodlands within the conservation
easement, relocation of the villa buildings further from the conservation
easement, and improvement in landscaping plans to facilitate natural
drainage.
There being no one else present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
MIOP, INC. TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER/KROGER REVISED SITE PLAN
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed MIOP, Inc. Telecommunications
Tower/Kroger Revised Site Plan, 13.31 acres, 400 South Maple Road. Notice of public
hearing was published April 2, 2000.
The following person appeared:
Bob Beaugrand, of SDS Wireless, petitioner, reported that, at the request of
the Planning Commission, he brought maps of the tower locations and
supplemental information regarding provisions for removal of the tower in the
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event it becomes unusable in the future. Mr. Beaugrand stated that he would
be available to answer questions from Council.
There being no one else present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
NHC FINANCIAL SERVICES REVISED SITE PLAN
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed NHC Financial Services Revised Site
Plan, 0.28 acre, 3145 Packard Road. Notice of public hearing was published April 2, 2000.
There being no one present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
RESEARCH PARK ONE REVISED SITE PLAN
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed Research Park One Revised Site Plan,
3.64 acres, 3971 South Research Park Drive. Notice of public hearing was published April
2, 2000.
Mary Borkowski, of Atwell Hicks, Inc., petitioner, stated that she would be
available to answer questions from Council.
There being no one else present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
WOLVERINE TEMPORARIES, INC. SITE PLAN
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed Wolverine Temporaries, Inc. Site Plan,
0.20 acre, 315 North Main Street. Notice of public hearing was published April 2, 2000.
The following person appeared:
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Michael Van Goor, of Van Goor Architects, representing the owner, stated
that he would be available to answer questions from Council.
There being no one else present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
GRANT APPLICATION FOR PEDESTRIAN UNDERPASS CONNECTING GALLUP PARK
TRAIL WITH NICHOLS ARBORETUM
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed grant application to the Michigan
Department of Natural Resources for matching funds for a pedestrian underpass
connecting the Gallup Park Trail with the Nichols Arboretum. Notice of public hearing was
published March 26, 2000.
There being no one present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
GRANT APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT OF PHASE II IMPROVEMENTS AT
NORTHEAST AREA PARK
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed grant application to the Michigan
Department of Natural Resources for matching funds for development of Phase II
Improvements at Northeast Area Park. Notice of public hearing was published March 26,
2000.
There being no one present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
GRANT APPLICATION FOR ACQUISITION OF AUDUBON WOODS
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed grant application to the Michigan
Department of Natural Resources for matching funds for acquisition of Audubon Woods.
Notice of public hearing was published March 26, 2000.
There being no one present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
GRANT APPLICATION FOR ACQUISITION OF TRAVERWOOD WOODS
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed grant application to the Michigan
Department of Natural Resources for matching funds for acquisition of Traverwood Woods.
Notice of public hearing was published March 26, 2000.
There being no one present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
ESTABLISH FEES AND CHARGES FOR VARIOUS PARKS FACILITIES AND SERVICES
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A public hearing was conducted on proposed fees and charges for various Parks and
Recreation Department facilities and services for the 2000 season. Notice of public hearing
was published March 26, 2000.
There being no one present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION (ORDINANCE NO. 7-00)
A public hearing was conducted on the proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 8 of the Ann
Arbor City Code by adding a new Section 1:237 - Establishing an Environmental
Commission. Notice of public hearing was published March 26, 2000.
The following people appeared:
Mary Beth Doyle, representing the Ecology Center of Ann Arbor, spoke in
support of the proposed Environmental Commission as a way for City Council
to gather more information and make use of outside expertise about
important environmental issues. Ms. Doyle stated that the city faces several
serious environmental challenges that the commission could help address.
She further stated that the Environmental Commission would compliment
existing committees and commissions that have environmental
responsibilities. (Statement on file in the City Clerk=s Office).
Pat Ryan, 303 Wildwood Ave., spoke in support of the proposal. She stated
that a commission is needed to advise City Council on the development of
environmental policy and to monitor and measure the quality of the local
environment and progress toward environmental goals.
There being no one else present to speak, the Mayor declared the hearing closed.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
AGENDA APPROVED WITH CHANGES
Councilmember Kolb moved that the agenda be approved with the following changes:
CONSENT AGENDA
Correct Resolution to Authorize City Administrator to Negotiate with Two Final
Sponsor: Vendors Identified in the Ann Arbor Police Department Request for Proposal
#464 - Information Management System ([Administrator] POLICE)
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C - ORDINANCES - FIRST READING
Delete: Amendment to Chapter 107, Section 9:38 - Domestic Animals
(Councilmember Hanna-Davies) (Rescheduled for April 17, 2000)
MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
Delete: Resolution Regarding the Michigamua Society (Councilmember Hanna-
Davies)
Revise: Resolution to Approve Glacier Hills/The Meadows Senior Housing Revised
Planned Project Site Plan and Development Agreement, 33.4 acres, 1200
Earhart Road (Planning Commission recommendation: Approval - 8 yeas,
0 nays)
Revise: Resolution to Approve Wolverine Temporaries, Inc. Site Plan, 0.20
acre, 315 North Main Street (Planning Commission recommendation:
Approval - 8 yeas, 0 nays)
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Add: Notice of Grant Applications
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES
MINUTES OF MARCH 13 AND 20 APPROVED
Councilmember Carlberg moved that the working session minutes of March 13, 2000 and
the regular session minutes of March 20, 2000 be approved as presented.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
CONSENT AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA ITEM REMOVED
With unanimous consent of Council, the following item was removed from the Consent
Agenda and considered prior to Ordinances - Second Reading:
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Resolution Establishing 2000 Fees and Charges for Various Parks and
Recreation Department Facilities and Services (Parks and Recreation).
CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS APPROVED
Councilmember Upton moved that the following Consent Agenda items be approved as
presented:
R-142-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH THOMPSON-
MC CULLY COMPANY AND ESTABLISH A PROJECT BUDGET FOR
THE 2000 STREET RESURFACING PROJECT - BID. NO. 3323
Whereas, The 1999-2005 Capital Improvements Program includes the Annual
Resurfacing Program in its Capital Program Summary of Street Construction;
Whereas, Competitive bids were received by the Purchasing Division on March 13,
2000, and The Thompson-McCully Company was the lowest responsible bidder at
$2,520,840.00;
Whereas, The Thompson-McCully Company has received Human Rights approval
on March 14, 2000; and
Whereas, Funding for this project is available from Fund 062 (1996 Street Millage
Fund) and the Utilities Department=s proposed 2000/2001 budget as detailed below;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve a contract, per Bid No. 3323, with The
Thompson-McCully Company in the amount of $2,520,840.00 for the construction of the
2000 Annual Street Resurfacing Project, and that the Mayor and the City Clerk be
authorized to sign the agreement substantially in the form on file with the City Clerk;
RESOLVED, That City Council adopt the following budget for the life of the project,
to be available until expended without regard to fiscal year:
Section I, Revenue
$2,700,000 The Street Resurfacing Millage (Fund 0062)
95,000 Proposed 00/01 Utilities Dept. budget (Water O/M)
80,000 Proposed 00/01 Utilities Dept. budget (Sanitary System O/M)
170,000 Proposed 00/01 Utilities Dept. budget (Storm Water O/M)
$3,045,000 TOTAL
Section II, Expense
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$2,520,840 Construction
65,000 Design Engineering
205,000 Construction Engineering
70,000 Testing, Consulting and Professional Services
125,000 Contingencies approved by the City Administrator
59,160 Miscellaneous Costs
$3,045,000 TOTAL;
RESOLVED, That Council authorize the City Administrator to delete streets from the
Project Street List to keep the project cost within the available funds; and
RESOLVED, That Council authorize the City Administrator to take the necessary
administrative actions to implement this resolution.
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R-143-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH MIDWESTERN CONSULTING, INC. AND ESTABLISH A PROJECT
BUDGET FOR THE WEST LIBERTY STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Whereas, The reconstruction of West Liberty Street between Virginia Avenue and
the bridge over I-94 is scheduled for the 2001 construction season;
Whereas, It is now necessary to begin the planning and engineering design of the
West Liberty Street Reconstruction Project work to ensure that a proper design is prepared;
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Whereas, It is necessary to retain the services of a professional consulting
engineering firm to perform the design and assist in the West Liberty Street Reconstruction
Project;
Whereas, Midwestern Consulting, Inc. has demonstrated the required experience,
personnel, and competitive fee schedule to plan and perform the preliminary design of the
West Liberty Street Reconstruction Project; and
Whereas, Midwestern Consulting, Inc. received Human Rights approval, on March
21, 2000;
RESOLVED, That the City Council authorizes a professional services agreement
with Midwestern Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $350,518.64 for the planning and design
of the West Liberty Street Reconstruction Project;
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute
said professional services agreement, after approval as to form by the City Attorney, and
approval as to substance by the City Administrator;
RESOLVED, That the following project budget be adopted for the life of the project,
to be available without regard to fiscal year:
Section I - Revenue
$ 498,520 Street Resurfacing Millage (Fund 0062) to be partially reimbursed
with the recovery of future special assessments.
$ 498,520 TOTAL
Section II - Expenses
$350,520 Consulting engineering services
$120,000 Other charges including City engineering services, City owned
vehicles, printing, materials and supplies, etc.
$ 28,000 Contingencies to be approved by the City Administrator
$498,520 TOTAL; and
RESOLVED, That the City Administrator be authorized to take necessary
administrative actions to implement this resolution.
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R-144-4-00 APPROVED
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RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A PURCHASE ORDER
INCREASE TO LAKEWOOD PARTS & EQUIPMENT, INC. FOR
FORD REPLACEMENT PARTS - BID NO. 2812
Whereas, The City of Ann Arbor=s Fleet Services Division of the Public Services
Department requires repair parts for the City=s fleet;
Whereas, Lakewood Parts & Equipment, Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder, Bid
#2812, for the purchase of Ford parts;
Whereas, The Public Services Department needs approval of a purchase order
increase in the amount of $20,000.00 for the remainder of this fiscal year; and
Whereas, Lakewood Parts & Equipment, Inc. received Human Rights approval on
July 28, 1999;
RESOLVED, That City Council approves a purchase order increase to Lakewood
Parts and Equipment, Inc. in the amount of $20,000.00.
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R-145-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION NO. 1 - PREPARE PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR LOWER TOWN ORNAMENTAL
STREETLIGHTS SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PROJECT
Whereas, Council deems it necessary to acquire and construct the following
improvement:
Lower Town Ornamental Streetlights, DISTRICT NO. 4; FILE NO. 2000029;
described as:
The installation of ornamental streetlights in the >Lower Town= district for the
purpose of illumination and beautification of the area.
RESOLVED, That
1. The City Administrator be directed to have prepared plans and specifications
for said improvement project, and an estimate of the cost thereof;
2. The City Administrator be directed to file a report of same with the City Clerk,
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including a recommendation as to what proportion of the cost should be paid
by special assessment and what part, if any, should be a general obligation
of the City, the number of installments in which the assessments may be
paid, and the land which should be included in the special assessment
district;
3. The City Clerk shall present said report to the Council and make it available
for public examination;
4. The sum of $2,000.00 be appropriated for the planning and design of said
project, such sum being advanced from the Streetlight General fund,
pending the sale of appropriate bonds;
5. Any unspent portion of said sum be re-appropriated and re-advanced as
above for said project for succeeding fiscal years until bonds are sold and the
Streetlight General fund reimbursed, or until said project is officially closed;
and
6. Council declare its intent to issue bonds to pay all or part of the cost of such
improvement project, funding reserves, paying for credit enhancement, and
the cost of issuance of such bonds (either initially or ultimately), provided that
such bonds are issued in conformity with applicable State statutes and all
documents, provisions, and details pertaining to such bonds are acceptable
to and approved by this Council and provided, further, that such bonds can
be sold.
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R-146-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE HOUSING AFFORDABILITY
AGREEMENT WITH AVALON HOUSING INC. REGARDING
1305/7 AND 1311/13 PONTIAC TRAIL
Whereas, An application was received in January, 2000 from Avalon Housing Inc. for
financial assistance to be used for the acquisition and related costs of property located at
1305/7 and 1311/13 Pontiac Trail to be used as affordable housing for extremely
low income persons;
Whereas, From the total estimated project cost of $439,150.00, Avalon
expects to leverage funds from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority,
(MSHDA), the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) through Michigan National Bank and
Washtenaw County;
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Whereas, This project follows the Corporation for Supportive Housing
Program model providing housing and supportive services to homeless, disabled
families;
Whereas, The Housing Policy Board, at its meeting on March 9, 2000,
recommended City Council approval of $215,150.00 of HOME funds for the project;
and
Whereas, Human Rights approval was received for the contractor in March 24,
2000;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the Housing Affordability Agreement in
the amount of $215,150.00 of HOME Funds as a 0% interest loan with no repayment
of principal or interest until the sale of the property; and
RESOLVED, That City Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
the Housing Affordability Agreement, the Inter-Creditor Agreement and all other
documents necessary to implement this agreement, substantially in the form on
file in the office of the City Clerk, with funds to be available until expended
without regard to fiscal year.
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R-147-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE HOUSING AFFORDABILITY AGREEMENT
WITH DAWN FARM REGARDING 410 HIGH STREET
Whereas, An application was received in January, 2000 from Dawn Farm for
financial assistance to be used for the acquisition and related costs of property
located at 410 High Street to be used as affordable transitional housing for
extremely low income, homeless, addicted men;
Whereas, From the total estimated project cost of $326,700.00, Dawn Farm
expects to leverage funds from the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) through Michigan
National Bank, the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and the
Michigan Housing Trust Fund;
Whereas, The Housing Policy Board, at its meeting on March 9, 2000,
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recommended City Council approval of $172,200.00 of HOME funds for the project;
and
Whereas, Human Rights approval was received for the contractor in March,
2000;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the Housing Affordability Agreement in
the amount of $172,200.00 of HOME Funds as a 0% interest loan with no repayment
of principal or interest until the sale of the property; and
RESOLVED, That City Council authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
the Housing Affordability Agreement, the Inter-Creditor Agreement and all other
documents necessary to implement this agreement, substantially in the form on
file in the office of the City Clerk, with funds to be available until expended
without regard to fiscal year.
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R-148-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A STANDING PURCHASE ORDER
FOR TURFGASS, INC.
Whereas, The Department of Parks and Recreation uses Turfgrass Inc. for grounds
care and golf related products;
Whereas, Turfgrass Inc. is a major supplier and is normally lowest bidder on these
products in this area;
Whereas, The Department established a purchase order with Turfgrass Inc. and it
exceeds the $25,000.00 amount, therefore requiring Mayor and Council approval; and
Whereas, Turfgrass Inc. received City of Ann Arbor Human Rights approval on
March 23, 2000;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve a standing purchase order with Turfgrass
Inc. in the amount of $45,000.00 for fiscal year 1999-2000.
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R-149-4-00 APPROVED
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RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A STANDING PURCHASE ORDER FOR
PORTABLE TOILET SERVICES TO JOHN=S SANITATION, INC.
Whereas, The City of Ann Arbor uses portable toilets in parks where facilities are
needed;
Whereas, Portable toilet needs total 24 units serviced twice per week;
Whereas, John=s Sanitation submitted the lowest quoted price per unit; and
Whereas, John=s Sanitation received Human Rights approval on February 24,
2000;
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Council approve a standing purchase order
totaling $34,900.00 to John=s Sanitation for fiscal year 1999-2000.
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R-150-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO GRANT WATER AND SEWER SERVICES
OUTSIDE CITY LIMITS TO 2927 SHADY LANE
Whereas, On March 14, 2000, the owner of the property at 2927 Shady Lane
requested that the City extend public water and sewer service to her property in Pittsfield
Township prior to the completion of the annexation process;
Whereas, The owner desires to enter into the standard agreements with the City
which provides an equitable method of obtaining City services outside of its corporate
boundaries; and
Whereas, On September 8, 1999 the owner petitioned the City for annexation under
Planning Department File No. 12033B3.1;
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized and requested to sign the
agreements to allow City water and sewer services to the land during the time it is still
outside of the corporate city limits; that the City Clerk be directed to send a copy of this
resolution by first class mail to the above property owner; and that the Water Utilities
Department shall promptly have this resolution and the agreements recorded in the office of
the Register of Deeds of Washtenaw County, Michigan, and send a completely executed
copy of the agreements to the owner.
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R-151-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE STREET CLOSINGS
FOR THE 2000 ÁTASTE OF ANN ARBOR AND THE REST
OF THE WORLD SPECIAL EVENT
Whereas, The Main Street Area Association will be sponsoring the "Taste of Ann
Arbor and The Rest of the World" event on Sunday, June 4, 2000;
Whereas, It is necessary to close certain City streets to facilitate a successful event;
Whereas, The street closures will be signed and barricaded by the Main Street Area
Association and properly supervised by both the sponsor and the Ann Arbor Police
Department;
Whereas, The sponsor will obtain all necessary permits and be responsible to
comply with all procedures, rules and regulations and to pay all costs and fees required by
the City and the State to stage such an event;
Whereas, The Main Street Area Association agrees to defend and indemnify and
save the City harmless against any claim arising from their sponsorship of this event;
Whereas, The sponsor will provide written notice to all affected religious institutions
not less than 60 days prior to the event; and
Whereas, The sponsor has requested that the City waive the following
Transportation Division fees:
Parking Meter Bag Deposit $840.00;
RESOLVED, That City Council authorize the closing of South Main Street from
William Street to Washington Street, and Liberty Street from Ashley to Fourth Ave. between
the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 4, 2000 for the "Taste of Ann Arbor
and the Rest of the World" event.
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R-152-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO CLOSE CITY STREETS FOR THE FIFTH
ANNUAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN DOWNTOWN FESTIVAL
Whereas, The Community Leaning Post, a local service organization, wishes to hold
the Fifth African-American Downtown Festival to commemorate and celebrate the
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contributions of local African-Americans in the development of both the community and the
City;
Whereas, The Community Leaning Post wishes to hold the event in the Ann Street -
Fourth Avenue area, which was formerly the center of the African-American business
district in the City;
Whereas, This will require the closing of Ann Street from North Main to Fifth Avenue
(local traffic access maintained) and Fourth Avenue from Huron Street to Catherine
between 6:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. on June 3, 2000;
Whereas, The Community Leaning Post will obtain all necessary permits and be
responsible to comply with all procedures, rules and regulations required by the City to
stage such an event;
Whereas, The Community Leaning Post will provide written notice to all persons
and/or properties within a two block radius of the event not less than 45 days prior to the
event;
Whereas, The Community Leaning Post has requested that the City waive parking
meter bag deposit fees ($470.00 est.), and street occupancy fees for approximately 3000
square feet of vendor area (approximately $150.00); and
Whereas, The Community Leaning Post agrees to defend and indemnify and save
the City harmless against any claim arising from their sponsorship of this event;
RESOLVED, The Mayor and City Council hereby approve the closing of Ann Street
and Fourth Avenue on Saturday, June 3, 2000 from 6:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. as requested by
the sponsor, and
RESOLVED, That the City waive the meter deposit fees and street occupancy fees.
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R-153-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE HARVARD BUSINESS
SCHOOL CLUB OF DETROIT AS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
IN THE CITY OF ANN ARBOR
Whereas, The Harvard Business School Club of Detroit is a non-profit organization;
Whereas, The United States Department of Treasury-Internal Revenue Service
recognizes The Harvard Business School Club of Detroit as a tax exempt, non-profit
organization; and
Whereas, The Harvard Business School Club of Detroit needs the City to recognize
it as a non-profit organization in the community in order to conduct fundraising activities
with State approval;
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Council recognize The Harvard Business
School Club of Detroit as a non-profit organization in the City of Ann Arbor.
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R-154-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH RON DOWELL
AND ASSOCIATES TO PROVIDE LABOR RELATIONS CONSULTING
SERVICES TO THE CITY OF ANN ARBOR FOR ACT 312 ARBITRATION
Whereas, The City is currently in Act 312 binding arbitration on renewal of its
contracts with various City Public Safety labor unions;
Whereas, Ron Dowell and Associates has considerable expertise and experience in
labor relations, in research, preparation and presentation of Act 312 cases in Michigan and
desires to provide consultation services to the City in Act 312 matters;
Whereas, The City Attorney has prepared the proposed agreement retaining Ron
Dowell and Associates for a period of fiscal year 2000 and 2001, at billable hourly fees for
services as set forth below:
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Research, preparation and/or presentation of Act 312 documents
to City Hall - $90.00 per hour
Preparing and presenting the Act 312 case in arbitration proceedings -
$125.00 per hour
with a not to exceed amount of $30,000.00;
Whereas, Funds to pay for said services are to be encumbered against the
approved budgets Police, Fire, and of Human Resources whereby funds have been
approved and set aside; and
Whereas, Ron Dowell and Associates has received Human Rights approval as of
April 3, 2000;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the professional consulting services of Ron
Dowell and Associates; and
RESOLVED, That the Mayor and City Clerk be hereby authorized and directed to
execute said professional services agreement, after approval as to form by the City
Attorney, and approval as to substance by the City Administrator.
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R-155-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR TO
NEGOTIATE WITH TWO FINAL VENDORS IDENTIFIED IN THE ANN
ARBOR POLICE DEPARTMENT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL #464 -
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Whereas, The City of Ann Arbor decided in 1999 to no longer participate in the
development of a countywide regional public safety dispatch center and agreed to enhance
the communications and records management capabilities of the Ann Arbor Police
Department;
Whereas, The Ann Arbor Police Department currently shares a computer-aided
dispatch system with Washtenaw Central Dispatch Authority which does not completely
meet the needs of the Police Department and does not interface with the Police
Department's records management system;
Whereas, The Ann Arbor Police Department formed an Information Management
System Team in 1999 to develop standards for efficient and effective communications and
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records management functions for the Department;
Whereas, The IMS Team, in conjunction with the National Consortium for Justice
Information Statistics, Washington, D.C. identified a unified systems approach for those
needs;
Whereas, The Police Department involved members of the City Information and
Technology Systems Department and the City Attorney's office in the development of a
Request for Proposal for an Information management System;
Whereas, RFP #464 was issued and six vendors responded;
Whereas, The Police Department team, including ITSD members, evaluated the
responses to the RFP and has selected two final vendors meeting the proposed criteria;
and
Whereas, The Police Department, including ITSD members, reviewed the responses
and conducted several site visits for working systems;
RESOLVED, That the City of Ann Arbor continue to support the Police Department
in its efforts to develop and implement a comprehensive Information Management System;
RESOLVED, That the City Administrator be authorized to conduct negotiations with
the two final vendors to identify system components, costs and an implementation schedule
for a comprehensive Information Management System; and
RESOLVED, That the City Administrator assign these negotiations to the Police
Department Information Management Team including ITSD, Administrative Services and
City Attorney staff to ensure proper purchasing and selection criteria are used.
The question being the foregoing Consent Agenda items as presented, on a voice vote the
Mayor declared the motion carried.
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R-156-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FEES AND CHARGES FOR
VARIOUS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT FACILITIES
AND SERVICES FOR THE 2000 SEASON
Whereas, The Department of Parks and Recreation, the Park Advisory Commission
and Recreation Advisory Commission recommend the proposed fees for 2000;
Whereas, A review of current rate policies was conducted and the goal of setting an
equitable fee policy differentiating between resident and non-resident was established;
Whereas, Comparative analysis of comparable services and fees in other
communities has been provided; and
Whereas, The Department of Parks and Recreation is recommending fees that
achieve a greater differential between residents and nonresidents;
RESOLVED, That Mayor and Council approve the attached fee schedules to
become effective immediately:
RESERVATION FEE POLICY FOR PARKS AND SHELTERS FOR PICNICS AND
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Picnic Permit Fee for Reserved Area In Parks Without a Shelter
Hrs. Reserved *Resident Fee *Non-Resident Fee **Corporate Fee
1 - 4 Hours $12.00 (same) $19.00 ($15.00 prev.) $45.00 ($40.00 prev.)
4 - 8 Hours $24.00 (same) $35.00 ($30.00 prev.) $60.00 ($55.00 prev.)
8 - 12 Hours $36.00 (same) $50.00 ($45.00 prev.) $75.00 ($70.00 prev.)
Permit Fee for Shelter Reservation
Hrs. Reserved *Resident Fee *Non-Resident Fee **Corporate Fee
1 - 4 Hours $20.00 (same) $30.00 ($25.00 prev.) $55.00 ($50.00 prev.)
4 - 8 Hours $40.00 (same) $55.00 ($50.00 prev.) $80.00 ($75.00 prev.)
8 - 12 Hours $60.00 (same) $80.00 ($75.00 prev.) $105.00 ($100.00 prev.)
Alcohol Permit Fee
*Resident Fee *Non-Resident Fee **Corporate Fee
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$10.00 ($4.00 prev.) $15.00 ($5.00 prev.) $30.00 ($10.00 prev.)
*Non-profit organization fee falls under the resident/non-resident fee structure.
**For-profit organization only.
Key Deposit for Shelters Which Require a Key for Entry
$5.00 (resident, non-resident and corporate), Refundable Upon Return of the Key within (1)
week of the reserved date.
Special Event Agreement
Required for a major event in a City park, for large groups of 75 or more persons, or for an
event which is evident will have an impact on the surrounding neighborhood, i.e. additional
parking area needed, scope of the area of a park needed.
Special Event Fee
Will be determined by the Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, within the guidelines
listed below:
Ranger Fee $48.00 Every (4) Hours for Each Park Ranger
Electricity Use and
General Clean-Up Fee $50.00
Park Permit Fee $25.00 Every (4) Hours for Resident,
35.00 for Non-Resident, for Groups
of less than 75. For each additional 25 people there is a
$5.00 incremental fee.
*Special requests will be charged at the City's costs to provide and require users to repair
damage, if it occurs, at a cost approved by the Parks and Recreation Department.
Security Deposit - $100.00 for groups of 75 to 199, $200.00 for groups of 200 or larger.
Deposit will be returned 3 business days after the event, unless additional charges are
warranted.
Fee Adjustment Review - Annually by the Park Advisory Commission.
LESLIE SCIENCE CENTER DAY CAMP FEES:
The program fee alterations for 2000 are minimal. The Leslie Science Center offers day
camps for outdoor and natural science to Ann Arbor children, which are certified by the
American Camping Association. Upon review of revenues versus expenditures for the
summer camp programs the following recommendations are proposed:
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Current Proposed Hourly rate
21/2 hours per day - resident $ 60.00 $ 65.00 $5.20
21/2 hours per day - non-resident $ 72.00 $ 78.00 $6.24
6 hours per day - resident $135.00 $140.00 $4.67
6 hours per day - non-resident $162.00 $168.00 $5.60
LESLIE SCIENCE CENTER PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS FEES:
Resident Non-Resident
Current Proposed Current Proposed
$3.00 $4.00 $3.00 $4.50
VETERANS MEMORIAL BATTING CAGES FEES:
Resident Non-Resident
18 ball count $ 2.00 $ 3.00
Hourly rental rate (off peak hours) $30.00 per hour $40.00 per hour
Private instruction (hourly) $35.00 per hour $45.00 per hour
SWIM TEAM FEES:
Resident Non-Resident
Current Proposed Current Proposed
$35.00 $45.00 $50.00 $60.00
Councilmember Upton moved that the resolution be adopted.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Yeas, Councilmembers Hanna-Davies, Hieftje, Upton, Freiberg, Carlberg, Herrell, Higgins,
Kolb, Mayor Sheldon, 9;
Nays, Councilmember Hartwell, 1.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
ORDINANCES - SECOND READING
11-00 APPROVED
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LUKE/EAGLE HOLDINGS ZONING
An Ordinance to Amend the Zoning Map Being a Part of
Chapter 55 of Title V of the Code of the City of Ann Arbor
This ordinance would change the zoning of 0.14 acre, located on the east side of Westover
Avenue south of Porter Avenue, from TWP (Township District) to R1D (Single-Family
Dwelling District). (The complete text of Ordinance 11-00 is on file in the City Clerk=s
Office).
Councilmember Upton moved that the ordinance be adopted at second reading.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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12-00 APPROVED
SHADY LANE PROPERTY ZONING
An Ordinance to Amend the Zoning Map Being a Part of
Chapter 55 of Title V of the Code of the City of Ann Arbor
This ordinance would change the zoning of 0.15 acre, located on Shady Lane south of
Packard Road, Lot 6 of Walden Woods Subdivision, from TWP (Township District) to R1D
(Single-Family Dwelling District). (The complete text of Ordinance 12-00 is on file in the
City Clerk=s Office).
Councilmember Upton moved that the ordinance be adopted at second reading.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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7-00 APPROVED AS AMENDED
ESTABLISHING AN ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
An Ordinance to Amend the Code of the City of Ann Arbor by Adding
a New Section Which New Section Shall be Designated as Section 1:237
of Chapter 8 of Title I of the Code of the City of Ann Arbor
(The complete text of Ordinance 7-00 is on file in the City Clerk=s Office).
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Councilmember Kolb moved that the ordinance be adopted at second reading.
Council unanimously agreed to amend the ordinance as follows:
1:237. Environmental Commission.
(1) INTENT. THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL
COMMISSION IS TO DEVELOP COMPREHENSIVE, INTEGRATED
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES FOR IMPLEMENTATION BY THE
CITY TO PROTECT AND ENHANCE OUR AIR, WATER, LAND AND
PUBLIC HEALTH. IT SHALL HELP TO SET GOALS AND
POLICIES FOR THE CITY AND COMMUNITY TO CONTINUOUSLY
IMPROVE THE NATURAL AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT. THE
COMMISSION WILL ONLY ACT AS AN ADVISORY GROUP, AND
DOES NOT HAVE ANY REGULATORY AUTHORITY. IT SHALL
NOT INVOLVE ITSELF IN INDIVIDUAL SITE DEVELOPMENT
REVIEWS, UNLESS ITS OPINION IS REQUESTED BY CITY
COUNCIL THROUGH A COUNCIL RESOLUTION.
(1[2]) General.
(a) The Environmental Commission shall consist of 11 members
nominated and approved by the City Council for three (3) year
terms. One member so appointed shall be a member of the
City Council. In making appointments of members of the
Environmental Commission, the City Council shall appoint
persons who, insofar as possible, have an interest in protecting
and enhancing the well-being of the environment and public
health of the community. The terms of office of the first
Environmental Commission appointed hereunder shall be fixed
by the City Council so that the terms of four members will be
for one (1) year, three members will be for two (2) years, and
four will be for three (3) years. After the initial Commission is
formed, all members, except the City Councilmember,
thereafter will be appointed for three years. The City
Councilmember shall be appointed for a one-year term. The
City Councilmember shall cease to be a member of the
Environmental Commission if [they] SHE/HE ceaseS to be a
member of the City Council. TO HELP COORDINATE AN
INTEGRATED ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, THREE
MEMBERS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
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SHALL BE APPOINTED TO THE COMMISSION FROM THE
FOLLOWING CITY COMMITTEES OR COMMISSIONS:
PLANNING COMMISSION, PARKS ADVISORY
COMMISSION, ENERGY COMMISSION, OR NATURAL
FEATURES ORDINANCE COMMITTEE.
(2[3]) Powers and Duties. ...
(3[4]) Other. ...
Councilmember Kolb moved that the following language be added to the end of Section (1):
(1) Intent. ...THE CREATION OF THIS COMMISSION SHALL IN NO
WAY BE INTERPRETED AS DIMINISHING THE ROLE,
RESPONSIBILITIES, OR CHARGE OF ANY CURRENTLY
EXISTING BOARD, COMMISSION, TASK FORCE, OR COMMITTEE
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE PLANNING
COMMISSION, ENERGY COMMISSION, PARK ADVISORY
COMMISSION, NATURAL FEATURES ORDINANCE COMMITTEE,
BICYCLE COORDINATING COMMITTEE, INDOOR CLEAN AIR
ORDINANCE TASK FORCE, AND THE LESLIE SCIENCE CENTER
ADVISORY BOARD.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
Councilmember Upton moved that Section (2) (a) be amended as follows:
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(2) General.
(a) The Environmental Commission shall consist of 11 members
nominated and approved by the City Council for three (3) year
terms. [One] TWO memberS so appointed shall be memberS
of the City Council, ONE FROM EACH CAUCUS. ...
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Yeas, Councilmembers Hieftje, Upton, Freiberg, Carlberg, Higgins, Mayor Sheldon, 6;
Nays, Councilmembers Hanna-Davies, Herrell, Hartwell, Kolb, 4.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
Councilmember Freiberg moved that the two Councilmembers serving on the Commission
be nonvoting members and that the Commission be increased to 13 members.
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Yeas, Councilmembers Upton, Freiberg, Hartwell, Higgins, Mayor Sheldon, 5;
Nays, Councilmembers Hanna-Davies, Hieftje, Carlberg, Herrell, Kolb, 5.
The Mayor declared the motion defeated.
Council unanimously agreed that Section (3) (l) be amended as follows:
(3) Powers and Duties. ...
(l) To meet WITH and advise the City=s Environmental
Management Team and any other city personnel involved in
environmental matters.
Councilmember Freiberg moved that Section (2) (a) be amended and that Section (4) be
deleted as follows:
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(2) General.
(a) The Environmental Commission shall consist of 11 members
nominated BY THE MAYOR and approved by City Council for
three (3) year terms..
[(4) Other. The Environmental Commission is explicitly exempt from
Sections 1:171(2) and (6) of the Code of the City of Ann Arbor.]
[(a) Notice of Appointment. The City Clerk shall notify Council at
least 30 days prior to the expiration date of the term of office of
any person serving on a board or commission. The City
Council shall place on the table the name of all reappointments
no later than 60 days after the expiration date of the term of
office.]
[(b) Tenure of Office. No member of any board or commission
shall be allowed to hold over for more than 60 days beyond the
term of office fixed by ordinance whether or not a successor
has been appointed, except that Council may extend the term
for periods of 90 days upon the vote of at least six members of
Council.]
On roll call the vote was as follows:
Yeas, Councilmembers Upton, Freiberg, Higgins, Mayor Sheldon, 4;
Nays, Councilmembers Hanna-Davies, Hieftje, Carlberg, Herrell, Hartwell, Kolb, 6.
The Mayor declared the motion defeated.
Council unanimously agreed that Section (3) (m) be amended as follows:
(3) Powers and Duties. ...
(m) To meet with [environmental] commissions, in other
jurisdictions, and other environmental organizations to address
regional and state environmental matters.
The question being the ordinance at second reading as amended, on roll call the vote was
as follows:
Yeas, Councilmembers Hanna-Davies, Hieftje, Freiberg, Carlberg, Herrell, Hartwell,
Higgins, Kolb, 8;
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Nays, Councilmembers Upton, Mayor Sheldon 2.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
ORDINANCES - FIRST READING
None.
MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
R-157-4-00 APPROVED AS AMENDED
RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT EARTH DAY 2000 CAMPAIGN
A resolution to support the Earth Day 2000 Campaign was considered.
Councilmember Herrell moved that the resolution be adopted.
Council unanimously agreed that the following language be added to the resolution:
Add after fifth paragraph:
Whereas, This is the 30th anniversary of Earth Day;
Add after first Resolved clause:
RESOLVED, That the City of Ann Arbor observe Earth Day on April
16th with a gala celebration at Leslie Science Center from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.,
and a dedication of the new Leslie Science Center facilities at 2:15 p.m.
The question being the resolution as amended, on a voice vote the Mayor declared the
motion carried.
The resolution as adopted reads as follows:
R-157-4-00
RESOLUTION TO SUPPORT EARTH DAY 2000 CAMPAIGN
Whereas, A sound natural environment is the foundation of a healthy society;
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Whereas, Human activities around the globe are causing environmental damage that
threatens human health and our planet's ability to sustain a diverse community of life;
Whereas, Local communities can do much to reverse the environmental degradation
and contribute to building a healthy society by addressing issues such as energy use,
transportation, waste prevention, and sprawl;
Whereas, The 1999 Citywide Survey showed 61% of citizens support the use of
green power in city facilities;
Whereas, The City of Ann Arbor is an active member of the Cities for Climate
Protection Program which has issued an Earth Day challenge to its members to support the
Earth Day Network's "Earth Day 2000 Campaign";
Whereas, This is the 30th anniversary of Earth Day;
Whereas, Earth Day 2000 offers an unprecedented opportunity to reaffirm
commitments to building a healthy planet;
Whereas, The City's Environmental Management Team unanimously recommended
the City's participation in the Earth Day challenge at its December 2, 1999, meeting; and
Whereas, The Energy Commission unanimously recommended the City's
participation in the Earth Day challenge at its March 9, 2000, meeting;
RESOLVED, That the City of Ann Arbor recognize April 22, 2000 as "Earth Day" and
commit itself to undertaking programs and projects that enhance the community=s natural
environment;
RESOLVED, That the City of Ann Arbor observe Earth Day on April 16th with a gala
celebration at Leslie Science Center from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m., and a dedication of the new
Leslie Science Center facilities at 2:15 p.m.;
RESOLVED, That the City of Ann Arbor hereby encourage its residents, businesses
and institutions to use Earth Day to celebrate the earth and commit to building a
sustainable society; and
RESOLVED, That the City of Ann Arbor commit to supporting Earth Day Networks
Earth Day 2000 campaign and undertaking programs that further the clean and efficient
use of energy within its borders including improving energy efficiency in City facilities and
operations, purchasing alternate fuel vehicles, exploring the purchase of green power for
City facilities, and demonstrating clean and renewable energy technologies.
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R-158-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE ABOLITION OF NUCLEAR WEAPONS
Whereas, The Cold War between the United States and the former Soviet Union
ended 10 years ago and the Russian people are now considered our friends;
Whereas, There are still 24,000 nuclear weapons, thousands of which are on hairtrigger
alert, posing a threat of total destruction to life on the planet regardless of whether
people live in New York, Washington, D.C. or Ann Arbor, Michigan;
Whereas, Since the development of the bombs dropped on Hiroshima and
Nagasaki, the United States has spent $5.8 trillion on nuclear weapons programs, an
amount equal to the national debt; burdening future generations of Ann Arborites with Cold
War costs;
Whereas, Merely maintaining nuclear arsenals places humanity at risk through
dangers to the environment and through continued misuse of resources better spent on
other pressing needs such as educating children, curing diseases, feeding hungry people,
sheltering the homeless, cleaning up pollution, sustaining our environment, and repairing
and maintaining infrastructure;
Whereas, The existence of nuclear weapons encourages other nations to develop
their own weapons of mass destruction, either nuclear or biological, and there is the
likelihood that terrorists or criminals may obtain such weapons;
Whereas, Citizens of the United States have a responsibility to lead the world in
addressing this unresolved problem of nuclear weapons stockpiles now, while waiting for
our national leaders to handle these matters without pressure from local citizens only
ensures that the nuclear weapons regime will continue unimpeded; and
Whereas, Groups of local citizens are already working together here in the Ann
Arbor area having formed the Peace and Environmental Coalition for the Abolition of
Nuclear Weapons to promote the elimination of all these weapons;
RESOLVED, That Ann Arbor City Council urge that the United States embrace a
policy to abolish nuclear weapons and work with other governments for a treaty to that end;
RESOLVED, That Ann Arbor City Council shall officially communicate this resolution
to the members of Michigan=s congressional delegation who represent Ann Arbor and to
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President Clinton;
RESOLVED, That Ann Arbor City Council encourage citizens to work within their
organizations and groups for the adoption of similar statements supporting the abolition of
nuclear weapons; and
RESOLVED, That Ann Arbor City Council work to encourage other municipalities
and townships to adopt and communicate similar resolutions to their national
representatives.
Councilmember Herrell moved that the resolution be adopted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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R-159-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE EARLY LEARNING CENTER
REVISED SITE PLAN
A communication was received from the City Planning Commission transmitting its
recommendation of approval of the proposed Early Learning Center Revised Site Plan,
0.61 acre, 3070 Redwood Avenue.
Whereas, The Early Learning Center has requested site plan approval in order to
pave the existing parking lot and construct a 1,573-square foot addition to the preschool
building at 3070 Redwood Avenue; and
Whereas, The Ann Arbor City Planning Commission, on March 21, 2000,
recommended approval of said request;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the Early Learning Center Revised Site
Plan.
Councilmember Carlberg moved that the resolution be adopted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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R-160-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE GLACIER HILLS/
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THE MEADOWS SENIOR HOUSING REVISED PLANNED PROJECT
SITE PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
A communication was received from the City Planning Commission transmitting its
recommendation of approval of the proposed Glacier Hills/The Meadows Senior Housing
Revised Planned Project Site Plan and Development Agreement, 33.4 acres, 1200 Earhart
Road.
Whereas, Glacier Hills, Inc. has requested revised planned project site plan approval
in order to construct a 108,700-square foot addition to the existing multiple-family building
and 13 duplex units for senior housing at 1200 Earhart Road;
Whereas, A development agreement has been prepared to address public and
private utilities, street name signs, park contribution, street tree escrow, and maintenance
of storm water management systems; and
Whereas, The Ann Arbor City Planning Commission, on March 21, 2000,
recommended approval of said request;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the Glacier Hills/The Meadows Senior
Housing Development Agreement, substantially in the form of that attached, dated March
16, 2000; and
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the Glacier Hills/The Meadows Senior
Housing Revised Planned Project Site Plan, upon the conditions that (1) the Development
Agreement is signed by all necessary parties; (2) all terms of the Development Agreement
are satisfied, and (3) a minimum usable open space of 67.5 percent is maintained.
Councilmember Hieftje moved that the resolution be adopted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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R-161-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE HAARER ANNEXATION
A communication was received from the City Planning Commission transmitting its
recommendation of approval of the proposed Haarer Annexation, 0.59 acre, 2610 Geddes
Road.
Whereas, The territory hereinafter described is located in the Township of Ann Arbor
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and is adjacent to the corporate limits of the City of Ann Arbor;
Whereas, Howard J. and Marcia E. Haarer are the owners of said property; and
Whereas, It is the desire of Howard J. and Marcia E. Haarer to annex said territory to
the City of Ann Arbor, pursuant to the provisions of Act 279 of the Public Acts of the State
of Michigan for the year 1909, as amended;
RESOLVED, That the following described lands and premises situated and being in
the Township of Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan, be detached from said
Township of Ann Arbor and annexed to the City of Ann Arbor, to-wit:
A parcel of land in the SW 1/4 of Section 27 and the NW 1/4 of Section 34,
T2S, R6E, Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan, described as follows:
Commencing at the Northeast corner of Vinewood Subdivision as recorded in
Liber 6 of Plats, page 30, Washtenaw County Records; thence South
61o48'50" East 100.46 feet along the centerline of Geddes Road to the point
of beginning; thence South 61o48'50" East 97.52 feet along said centerline;
thence South 01o29'30" West 275.66 feet; thence North 88o30'30" West
87.12 feet along the North line of Heatheridge Subdivision as recorded in
Liber 10 of Plats, page 59, Washtenaw County Records; thence North
01o29'30" East 319.47 feet to the point of beginning, being subject to the
rights of the public over the Northeasterly 33 feet thereof for Geddes Road,
and subject to easements and restrictions of record, if any.
Councilmember Carlberg moved that the resolution be adopted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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POSTPONED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE MIOP, INC.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWER/KROGER
REVISED SITE PLAN
A communication was received from the City Planning Commission transmitting its
recommendation of approval of the proposed MIOP, Inc. Telecommunications
Tower/Kroger Revised Site Plan, 13.31 acres, 400 South Maple Road.
Whereas, MIOP, Inc. has requested site plan approval in order to construct a 150-
foot tall wireless communications monopole; and
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Whereas, The Ann Arbor City Planning Commission, on March 21, 2000,
recommended approval of said request;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the MIOP, Inc. Telecommunications
Tower/Kroger Revised Site Plan, subject to the establishment of a bond escrow for the
removal of the tower or other arrangement subject to staff approval.
Councilmember Upton moved that the resolution be adopted.
Councilmember Herrell moved that the resolution be tabled until the proposed ordinance
regulating telecommunication towers is ready to come before Council for consideration.
With unanimous consent, Bob Beaugrand, of SDS Wireless, petitioner, answered questions
of Council.
The Mayor declared a recess at 10:44 p.m.
The Mayor again called the meeting to order at 10:51 p.m.
Councilmember Hartwell moved that a substitute motion be placed on the table to postpone
the resolution until the May 1, 2000 regular session of Council to allow the Planning
Commission to review the first draft of the ordinance regulating telecommunication towers.
The question being the motion to substitute, on roll call the vote was as follows:
Yeas, Councilmembers Hieftje, Upton, Freiberg, Carlberg, Hartwell, Mayor Sheldon, 6;
Nays, Councilmembers Hanna-Davies, Herrell, Higgins, Kolb, 4.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
The question being Councilmember Hartwell=s motion to postpone, on roll call the vote was
as follows:
Yeas, Councilmembers Hanna-Davies, Hieftje, Upton, Carlberg, Herrell, Hartwell, Kolb,
Mayor Sheldon, 8;
Nays, Councilmembers Freiberg, Higgins, 2.
The Mayor declared the motion carried.
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R-162-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE NHC FINANCIAL SERVICES
REVISED SITE PLAN
A communication was received from the City Planning Commission transmitting its
recommendation of approval of the proposed NHC Financial Services Revised Site Plan,
0.28 acre, 3145 Packard Road.
Whereas, NHC Financial Services has requested site plan approval in order to
construct a 1,001-square foot addition onto the existing office building at 3145 Packard
Road; and
Whereas, The Ann Arbor City Planning Commission, on March 21, 2000,
recommended approval of said request;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the NHC Financial Services Revised Site
Plan.
Councilmember Carlberg moved that the resolution be adopted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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POSTPONED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE RESEARCH PARK ONE
REVISED SITE PLAN AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
A communication was received from the City Planning Commission transmitting its
recommendation of approval of the proposed Research Park One Revised Site Plan and
Development Agreement, 3.64 acres, 3971 South Research Park Drive.
Whereas, Second Industrial, LLC has requested revised site plan approval in order
to construct a 20,500-square foot addition onto the east side of the existing research/office
building at 3971 South Research Park Drive;
Whereas, A development agreement has been prepared to address improvements
to the South State Street/Ellsworth Road intersection and signalization of the Research
Park Drive/Ellsworth Road intersection; and
Whereas, The Ann Arbor City Planning Commission, on March 21, 2000,
recommended approval of said request;
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RESOLVED, That City Council approve the Research Park One Development
Agreement, substantially in the form of that on file in the City Clerk=s Office, dated March
29, 2000; and
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the Research Park One Revised Site Plan,
upon the conditions that (1) the Development Agreement is signed by all necessary parties;
(2) all terms of the Development Agreement are satisfied, and (3) the parcels are combined
prior to the issuance of permits.
Councilmember Carlberg moved that the resolution be adopted.
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Councilmember Hanna-Davies moved that the resolution be postponed until the April 17,
2000 regular session of Council to address concerns with the development agreement.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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R-163-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE WOLVERINE
TEMPORARIES, INC. SITE PLAN
A communication was received from the City Planning Commission transmitting its
recommendation of approval of the proposed Wolverine Temporaries, Inc. Site Plan, 0.20
acre, 315 North Main Street.
Whereas, Jim Irwin and Caroline Wessel have requested site plan approval in order
to construct a 1,920-square foot addition onto the existing office building at 315 North Main
Street; and
Whereas, The Ann Arbor City Planning Commission, on March 21, 2000,
recommended approval of said request;
RESOLVED, That City Council approve the Wolverine Temporaries, Inc. Site Plan.
Councilmember Carlberg moved that the resolution be adopted.
With unanimous consent of Council, the developer answered questions concerning the
landmark tree on the site.
The question being the resolution as presented, on a voice vote the Mayor declared the
motion carried.
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R-164-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF TWO USED
REAR-LOAD REFUSE TRUCKS FROM BELL EQUIPMENT COMPANY
Whereas, The Fleet Services Division needs to purchase replacement vehicles
for the City=s fleet;
Whereas, Bell Equipment Company was the lowest responsible bidder, for a
total of $84,500.00; and
Whereas, Bell Equipment Company received Human Rights approval on March 23,
2000;
RESOLVED, The City Council approve the issuance of a purchase order to Bell
Equipment Company for the purchase of two 1993 Ford LN-8000 trucks with Leach Packer
bodies for the amount of $84,500.00 from Motor Equipment Fund, fund balance.
Councilmember Kolb moved that the resolution be adopted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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R-165-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT UTILITY EASEMENT FROM BARCLAY
DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, BARCLAY PARK-PHASE II
Whereas, Barclay Development Company, a Michigan corporation, is the owner in
fee simple of property located in the City of Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan, as
described in the Washtenaw County Records at Liber 3776, Page 482-483, dated October
5, 1998;
Whereas, Authorization Resolution of Barclay Development Company, dated
October 5, 1998, authorized the delivery of perpetual easements to the City for the
construction and maintenance of municipally operated public services comprising the public
utilities system; and
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Whereas, Barclay Development Company has delivered an easement to the City for
the construction and maintenance of municipally operated public services comprising the
public utilities system to run with the land and burden the respective property perpetually,
being more particularly described as follows:
SANITARY SEWER
Located in the E 1/2 of the SE 1/4 of Section 10, T2S, R6E, City of
Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan. Commencing at the S 1/4 corner
of Section 10, T2S, R6E, City of Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan,
thence N 89Å56=13 E 1316.52 feet along the South line of said Section 10,
thence N 00Å11=20 W 661.18 feet along the centerline of Nixon Road
(66.00 feet wide), and along the West line of the E 1/2 of the SE 1/4 of said
Section 10, thence N 89Å55=10 E 1239.19 feet to the POINT OF
BEGINNING, thence N 10Å15=31 E 58.21 feet; thence N 00Å04=50 W
49.24 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W 150.34 feet; thence N 53Å13=28 W
115.73 feet; thence N 24Å56=35 W 103.13 feet; thence N 86Å53=09 W
98.50 feet; thence S 08Å56=19 W 168.06 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W
482.00 feet; thence N 78Å13=52 W 68.32 feet; thence N 24Å01=36 W
165.24 feet; thence N 65Å58=24 E 30.00 feet; thence S 24Å01=36 E
149.88 feet; thence S 78Å13=52 E 30.37 feet; thence N 89Å55=10 E
468.92 feet; thence N 08Å56=19 E 136.09 feet; thence N 85Å37=38 W
231.38 feet; thence N 02Å35=46 W 74.98 feet; thence N 87Å24=14 E
36.00 feet; thence S 02Å35=46 E 43.11 feet; thence S 86Å05=04 E 350.61
feet; thence S 24Å56=41 E 104.51 feet; thence S 53Å13=28 E 101.76 feet;
thence N 89Å55=10 E 179.68 feet; thence S 00Å04=50 E 94.86 feet;
thence S 10Å15=31 W 54.53 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W 40.66 feet to the
POINT OF BEGINNING of said easement for sanitary sewer, being subject to
easements and restrictions of record, if any.
WATER MAIN
Located in the E 1/2 of the SE 1/4 of Section 10, T2S, R6E, City of
Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan. Commencing at the S 1/4 corner
of Section 10, T2S, R6E, City of Ann Arbor, Washtenaw County, Michigan,
thence N 89Å56=13 E 1316.52 feet along the South line of said Section 10,
thence N 00Å11=20 W 661.18 feet along the centerline of Nixon Road
(66.00 feet wide), and along the West line of the E 1/2 of the SE 1/4 of said
Section 10, thence N 89Å55=10 E 657.44 feet to the POINT OF
BEGINNING, thence N 00Å04=50 W 4.35 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W
37.53 feet; thence N 00Å04=50 W 135.65 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W
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195.99 feet; thence S 11Å59=41 W 13.83 feet; thence N 78Å00=19 W
40.00 feet; thence N 11Å59=41 E 28.11 feet; thence N 01Å10=21 E 140.86
feet to a point hereafter known as Point ÁA; thence Northwesterly 30.43
feet along the arc of a circular curve to the right, radius 402.00 feet, central
angle 04Å20=13, long chord N 80Å10=26 W 30.42 feet; thence N
78Å00=19 W 108.03 feet; thence Northwesterly 41.07 feet along the arc of a
circular curve to the left, radius 584.00 feet, central angle 04Å01=45, long
chord N 80Å01=12 W 41.06 feet; thence S 89Å48=40 W 182.47 feet;
thence N 00Å11=20 W 40.00 feet; thence N 89Å48=40 E 108.08 feet;
thence N 00Å11=42 W 10.31 feet; thence N 89Å48=40 E 21.93 feet;
thence N 00Å11=20W 9.69 feet; thence N 89Å48=40 E 40.00 feet; thence
S 00Å11=20 E 20.00 feet; thence N 89Å48=40 E 15.28 feet; thence
Southeasterly 46.78 feet along the arc of a circular curve to the right, radius
624.00 feet, central angle 04Å17=43, long chord S 80Å09=11 E 46.77 feet;
thence S 78Å00=19 E 108.03 feet; thence Southeasterly 120.59 feet along
the arc of a circular curve to the left, radius 362.00 feet, central angle
19Å05=09, long chord S 87Å32=54 E 120.03 feet; thence N 82Å54=32 E
66.61 feet; thence Northeasterly 51.57 feet along the arc of a circular curve
to the right, radius 938.00 feet, central angle 03Å09=01, long chord N
84Å29=02 E 51.57 feet; thence N 02Å43=09 W 20.21 feet; thence N
87Å16=51 E 40.00 feet; thence S 02Å43=09 E 20.21 feet; thence
Southeasterly 212.75 feet along the arc of a circular curve to the right, radius
938.00 feet, central angle 12Å59=43, long chord S 84Å59=59 E 212.29
feet; thence S 78Å30=08 E 37.28 feet; thence Easterly 97.11 feet along the
arc of a circular curve to the left, radius 262.00 feet, central angle
21Å14=13, long chord S 89Å07=15 E 96.56 feet; thence N 14Å07=02 W
9.71 feet; thence N 74Å20=50 E 40.01 feet; thence S 14Å07=02 E 51.12
feet; thence S 74Å20=50 W 11.91 feet; thence Westerly 143.11 feet along
the arc of a circular curve to the right, radius 302.00 feet, central angle
27Å09=02, long chord S 87Å55=21 W 141.77 feet; thence N 78Å30=08 W
26.39 feet; thence S 10Å19=25 W 159.51 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W
171.98 feet; thence S 00Å04=50 E 95.65 feet; thence N 89Å55=10 E 37.53
feet; thence S 00Å04=50 E 44.35 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W 40.00 feet to
the POINT OF BEGINNING of said easement for water main.
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EXCEPTING THEREFROM THE FOLLOWING PARCEL OF LAND:
Commencing at the above-mentioned Point ÁA, thence Easterly 40.10 feet
along the arc of a circular curve to the left, radius 402.00 feet, central angle
05Å42=54, long chord S 85Å11=59 E, 40.08 feet to the POINT OF
BEGINNING, thence Northeasterly 63.38 feet along the arc of a circular
curve to the left, radius 402.00 feet, central angle 09Å02=02, long chord N
87Å25=33 E 63.32 feet; thence N 82Å54=32 E 66.61 feet; thence
Southeasterly 262.23 feet along the arc of a circular curve to the right radius
898.00 feet, central angle 16Å43=53, long chord S 88Å43=31 E 261.30
feet; thence S 10Å19=25 W 106.20 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W 26.82 feet;
thence S 00Å04=50 E 20.00 feet; thence S 89Å55=10 W 347.23 feet;
thence N 01Å10=21 E 119.78 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING of said
easement for water main, being subject to easements and restrictions of
record, if any;
RESOLVED, That the City hereby accept said easement for public utilities.
Councilmember Freiberg moved that the resolution be adopted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
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R-166-4-00 APPROVED
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING EASEMENT FOR ROAD RIGHT-OF-
WAY FROM TCF BANK (FORMERLY GREAT LAKES NATIONAL
BANK OF MICHIGAN), CORNER OF EAST STADIUM BOULEVARD
AND SOUTH INDUSTRIAL HIGHWAY
Whereas, TCF BANK, formerly Great Lakes National Bank Michigan, a National
Banking Association, is the owner in fee simple of property located in the City of Ann Arbor,
Washtenaw County, Michigan, as described in the Washtenaw County Records at Liber
2558, Page 911, dated November 25, 1991;
Whereas, A Secretary=s Certificate of TCF BANK, formerly Great Lakes National
Bank Michigan, a National Banking Association, dated March 16, 2000, authorized the
delivery of a perpetual easement to the City for road right-of-way; and
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Whereas, TCF BANK, formerly Great Lakes National Bank Michigan, a National
Banking Association, has delivered an easement to the City for road right-of-way over the
westerly seven (7) feet of the following described property, to run with the land and burden
the respective property perpetually, being more particularly described as follows:
Part of the SW 1/4 of Section 33, T2S, R6E, City of Ann Arbor, Washtenaw
County, Michigan; Part of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 10 Hamilton Rose &
Sheehans Addition, all of Lots 16, 17 & part of Lots 15 and 18-20, Stimson
Subdivision; and part of vacated Stimson Avenue and W part of vacated
Golden Avenue. Beginning at a point 25.25 feet W of NE Corner of Lot 15,
Stimson Subdivision; thence N 0o 26' E 77.47 feet; thence along Stadium
Blvd. on a circular curve left, arc 146.61 feet, radius 1677.28 feet, chord
bearing S 59o 03' 11" E 146.57 feet; thence along arc of circular curve to left,
radius 1677.28 feet chord S 63o 49' E 132.25 feet; thence S 66o 35' E 30 feet;
thence S 0o 26' W 131.6 feet; thence Northwesterly parallel to Stadium
Blvd.160.17 feet; thence S 89o 03' W 126 feet; thence N 0o 26' E 131.95 feet
to the POINT OF BEGINNING. Also commonly known as 1000 E. Stadium
Blvd.
RESOLVED, That said easement be hereby accepted.
Councilmember Freiberg moved that the resolution be adopted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
REPORTS FROM COUNCIL COMMITTEES
None.
COUNCIL PROPOSED BUSINESS
None.
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COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
ANNOUNCEMENTS
× A proclamation was recently signed in recognition of Severe Weather Awareness
Week, March 26-April 1, 2000.
× Congratulations to the three student winners in MediaOne=s Seventh Annual Tribute
to Black Americans Contest held during Black History Month:
Amy Thompson from Wines Elementary School (sports category,
kindergarten-grade 3);
Brian Barkley from Clague Middle School (literature category, grades
4-6); and
Shivangi Khargonekar from Clague Middle School - (art category,
grades 7-9 ).
× The National Federation All Species Parade, in recognition of Earth Day, will be held
April 16, beginning at Plymouth Park at 1:00 p.m. The parade will be followed by the
dedication of the new Leslie Science Center facilities at 2:15 p.m.
× Councilmembers received invitations for the annual City/University dinner, and are
requested to please RSVP to the Mayor=s Office.
× RSVP requested for Government exchange days with Kalamazoo.
× The Annual Take Back the Night Rally and March will be held April 8, beginning on
the University of Michigan Diag at 7:00 p.m. Thank you to the Police Department for
supporting this event.
× .Read, Learn, Connect Day, for children ages 6-12, will be held at the Ann Arbor
District Library, April 8, 9:00 a.m., with events at satellite centers from 10:30 a.m.
until 3:00 p.m. The program is part of National Library Week.
× Congratulations to the Michigan State University basketball team for winning the
national championship.
× Air Touch will be donating 100 911-emergency cell telephones to the Domestic
Violence Project for use by individuals who are in at-risk situations.
× The City of Ann Arbor=s Municipal Energy Fund was one of the 15 finalists in the
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large city category of the U.S. Conference of Mayors 2000 City Livability Awards.
Thank you to Bryan Weinert, City Resource Recovery Division Manager, for
coordinating the entry of City projects.
APPOINTMENTS APPROVED
Mayor Sheldon recommended the following appointments at the April 17, 2000 regular
session of Council:
Ann Arbor Hospitality Committee
Ulla Roth (new appointment)
1317 Franklin Blvd. 48103
Term: 04/03/2000 to 01/01/2002
Taxicab Board
C. Robert Snider (reappointment)
P. O. Box 7894 49107
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/14/2003
Ronald A. Naylor (reappointment)
1815 Anderson Ave. 48104
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/14/2003
Bicycle Coordinating Committee
Norman Cox (reappointment)
1803 Arborview Blvd. 48105
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/02/2002
Community Development Waiver and Review Board
Lelahni Wessinger (reappointment)
2216 Melrose Ave. 48104
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/02/2002
Michael Martin (reappointment)
1719 Green Rd. 48104
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/02/2002
Ann Arbor Commission on Disability Issues
Daryls Marie Vander Beek (reappointment)
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1720 Hatcher Crescent 48103
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/02/2003
Helen Meador (reappointment)
P.O. Box 7488 48107
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/02/2003
Historic District Commission
Karen Simpson (reappointment)
2260 Garden Homes Ct. 48103
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/02/2003
Housing Commission
Kate Warner (reappointment)
1804 Linwood Ave. 48103
Term: 04/03/00 to 04/30/2005
Housing Board of Appeals
Amy Starr (to fill expired term)
2272 Stone Rd. 48105
Term: 04/03/00 to 06/30/2002
Councilmember Hartwell moved that Council concur with the recommendations of the
Mayor.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
NOMINATIONS PLACED ON TABLE
Mayor Sheldon placed the following nominations on the table for approval at a later date:
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Community Development Waiver & Review Board
Marc Rueter (reappointment)
515 Fifth St. 48103
Term: 04/17/00 to 04/16/2003
Housing Policy Board
Charles Kieffer (reappointment)
263 Crest Ave. 48103
Term: 04/17/00 to 04/16/03
Ann Arbor Transportation Authority
Thomas Fegan (reappointment)
500 W. Keech Ave. 48103
Term: 04/17/00 to 05/01/2005
Adiele Nwankwo (reappointment)
1415 Kelly Green Dr. 48103
Term: 04/17/00 to 05/01/2005
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR
REPORTS SUBMITTED
City Administrator Neal G. Berlin submitted the following reports for information of Council:
1. Sidewalk on South Industrial Highway
2. Streetlight Installation on Ann Arbor-Saline Road
3. Intersection of Plymouth and Huron Parkway
4. Solid Waste Strategy Update
5. Dhu Varren and City=s Right to Proceed
6. Parking Benefits
7. Annual Report of Potential Lien Assessments for Delinquent Water Utility Accounts
8. Status of Amendments to Chapters 55 and 57
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9. Update on the Data Collection Resolution Related to Racial Profiling
10. City Hall Energy Project Report - Year 3
11. Natural Gas Purchase for City Facilities
12. Shelter and Space Needs
13. Notice of Grant Applications
(Reports on file in the City Clerk's Office)
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
None.
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL
COUNCILMEMBER HANNA-DAVIES
Councilmember Hanna-Davies announced that the anniversary of the assassination of Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. will be recognized by the annual Unity Rally to be held on April 4, 7-
9 p.m., at Wheeler Park.
CLERK'S REPORT OF COMMUNICATIONS, PETITIONS AND REFERRALS
The following communication was referred as indicated:
1. ÁResolution Honoring Winners of the 2000 Environmental Excellence Awards,
adopted by the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners - File.
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The following minutes were received for file:
1. Planning Commission - February 15, 2000
2. City Market Commission - February 17, 2000
3. Human Rights Commission - February 16, 2000
4. Community Development Block Grant Executive Committee - January 18, 2000
5. Downtown Development Authority - December 9, 1999 and January 18 and
February 15, 2000
6. Zoning Board of Appeals - January 26 and February 23, 2000
Councilmember Kolb moved that the Clerk's Report be accepted.
On a voice vote the Mayor declared the motion carried.
PUBLIC COMMENTARY - GENERAL
None.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before Council, the Mayor declared the meeting
adjourned at 11:25 p.m.
W. Northcross
Clerk of the Council
Janet L. Chapin
Recording Secretary