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		<title>Council Agenda 1-24-12</title>
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<p>City of Hart, Michigan</p>
<p>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA</p>
<p>January 24, 2012, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan




Call to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes – January 10, 2012 regular meeting
Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations

Public Hearing – CDBG Project Close Out:  Peach Street &#38; Hart Commons
Hart Area Fire Administration Board – Financial Statements, June [...]]]></description>
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<p><em>City of Hart, Michigan</em></p>
<p>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA</p>
<p>January 24, 2012, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan<em></em></td>
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<ul>
<li>Call to Order</li>
<li>Roll Call</li>
<li>Pledge of Allegiance</li>
<li>Approval of Agenda</li>
<li>Approval of Minutes – January 10, 2012 regular meeting</li>
<li>Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations
<ul>
<li>Public Hearing – CDBG Project Close Out:  Peach Street &amp; Hart Commons</li>
<li>Hart Area Fire Administration Board – Financial Statements, June 30, 2011</li>
<li>City of Hart Annual Election – May 8, 2012</li>
<li>PUBLIC NOTICE – Reissue wastewater discharge permit</li>
<li>Food System Network Symposium – February 8, 2012, The Starting Block</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Department Reports</li>
<li>Reports of Boards, Commissions and Committees (Minutes Attached***)<em></em></li>
<li>Bills, Claims, Payroll</li>
<li>Actions Items
<ul>
<li><strong>Resolution 12-04</strong> Community Revitalization Plan – Near-Final Report (TBD)</li>
<li>Special Events Permit
<ul>
<li>Mid-Winter Used Book Sale – February 18<sup>th</sup>, 9 AM – 1 PM</li>
<li>Summer Used Book Sale – June 9<sup>th</sup>, 9 AM – 1 PM</li>
<li>Dream Big – Space:  The Final Frontier – July 5<sup>th</sup>, 11 AM – 4 PM</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Discussion Items
<ul>
<li>Street Improvements &#8211; 2012</li>
<li>Establish Cemetery Taxation Fund</li>
<li>Facilities Agreement w/ Consumers Energy (Lambrix Industrial Substation)</li>
<li>Pole Attachment Agreement w/ Merit Inc. (High Speed Fiber)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>City Manager Report
<ul>
<li>6-Month Budget Report</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>City Attorney Report</li>
<li>Public Comments</li>
<li>Communications from the Mayor and Council
<ul>
<li>Main Street Board/TIFA appointment</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Adjournment</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Manager&#8217;s Report 1-20-12</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>To:           MAYOR RON LAPORTE &#38; City Council</p>
<p>From:     STAN RICKARD, City Manager</p>
<p>Date:      January 20, 2012</p>
<p>RE:         CITY MANAGER’S REPORT</p>

Merit, Inc. Fiber Optic Project – Merit is constructing a fiber-optic ‘super highway’ up the west Coast of Michigan which will traverse the City of Hart.  The route has been modified and is now proposed to navigate (south to north) on Oceana [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To:           <strong>MAYOR RON LAPORTE &amp; City Council</strong></p>
<p>From:     <strong>STAN RICKARD, City Manager</strong></p>
<p>Date:      January 20, 2012<strong></strong></p>
<p>RE:         CITY MANAGER’S REPORT<strong></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Merit, Inc. Fiber Optic Project</span> – Merit is constructing a fiber-optic ‘super highway’ up the west Coast of Michigan which will traverse the City of Hart.  The route has been modified and is now proposed to navigate (south to north) on Oceana Drive, Polk Road, State Street, Washington Street, Hart Street, East Main Street, under Hart Lake, North State and Oceana Drive.  The City Attorney and I are working with Merit officials on a pole attachment agreement.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">‘Energy Smart’ Program</span> – Check out the 2012 program at <a href="http://www.mienergysmart.com/">www.mienergysmart.com</a>.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Lake Board</span> – On January 18, 2012 the Board approved assessments for the weed mitigation program.   Hart City will contribute $14,850; water front property owners, $101.71; and back lot property owners, $56.86 annually.  In other action, the Board reviewed weed treatment bids and selected Professional Land &amp; Lake Management (Caledonia) for chemical treatment and West Michigan Aquatic Weed (Hart) for weed harvesting.  The County Drain Commissioner manages this program under the direction of the Lake Board.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Economic Vitality Incentive Program</span> (EVIP) – The City submitted a “consolidation of services” plan to the MI Department of Treasury at year-end 2011.  By doing this, the City will remain eligible for EVIP payments, formerly called revenue sharing.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John Gurney Park Arch</span> – City staff continue this repair assessment to determine: a) removal procedure, b) location of storage and repair facility, c) repair materials, d) reinstallation procedure, and e) cost.  The repairs need to be completed in early 2012 to be ready for the 100<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Park.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">AMP (Ohio) Fremont Energy Center (AFEC)</span> – The MPPA is moving forward with acquisition activities and the generation plant is undergoing initial testing with an anticipated January, 2012 startup.  Thirteen (13) participating communities signed the necessary agreements by the December 31, 2011 target date.  MPPA plans a March, 2012 bond sale to finance the approximate $35 million cost of their 5% equity ownership.  AFEC billings to MPPA (and Hart) will commence the week of January 22<sup>nd</sup>. </li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">State Street Bridge &amp; Road Improvement Grants</span> – The City has confirmed State (via federal STP) funding for North State ($163,000) and Johnson Street ($179,000) resurfacing tentatively programmed in 2014 and 2015, respectively; and MDOT Local Bridge Funds ($50,000) for the State Street bridge deck replacement in 2014.  Total grant funds:  $392,000.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">3 State Street Environmental Closure</span> – MDEQ officially closed the site on July 18, 2011 after many years of investigation.  The City expects reimbursement for the well abandonment work recently completed at the Hart Commons site.  Federated Insurance represents the liable party and has agreed to pay for the aforementioned well closure efforts.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Commons</span> – The project is complete.  Construction began week of August 15<sup>th</sup> and the Tridonn Construction completed their work on or about December 8, 2011.  City Hydroelectric crews energized the underground lines on December 8<sup>th</sup> and removed the overhead lines and 3 poles the week of December 19, 2011.   Public Works and Hydro crews replaced the guard rail in the adjacent parking lot on December 20, 2011.  Final construction costs (revised) were <strong>$532,506</strong> and the contracted amount for engineering was <strong>$66,100</strong> for a total of <strong>$598,606</strong>.  Pursuant to a grant agreement, the City will be reimbursed in the amount of <strong>$436,090</strong> from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation – Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.  Additional engineering costs are pending in the amount of $4,675 due to the construction schedule extension that required construction engineers to be on the site.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">26 N. State Street (lake front property)</span> – Kieser Environmental (Kalamazoo) is reviewing final ground water test results.  I am expecting site closure in early 2012.  The City is considering a one-year grant agreement extension to January, 2013 to allow for site closure activities.  The Michigan Land Bank still owns the site and is evaluating the environmental status.  Site developer Hollander Development Corporation (Portage, MI) is seeking various City and State approvals in anticipation of submitting an application to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by February 15, 2012 for a 25-unit 3-story senior apartment project.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John Gurney Park Boat Launch Reconstruction</span> – City Council approved the bidding phase on November 8<sup>th</sup>.  The project was advertised locally on November 17, 2011.  Contract award is scheduled for December 13, 2011 followed by construction in April-May, 2012.  The City opened bids on December 7<sup>th</sup> with McCormick Sand being the low bidder at $75,822.90.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Peach Street Reconstruction</span> – The project was substantially complete on September 2, 2011.  Construction was by Hallack Contracting (Hart).  Final labor, equipment and material quantities have been determined and final construction costs will be <strong>$500,021.</strong>  Contracted engineering costs are <strong>$79,947</strong> for a total project cost of <strong>$579,968.</strong>  The Michigan Department of Transportation has already paid <strong>$173,619</strong> for their share of the project.  The Michigan Economic Development Corporation – Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program will reimburse the City about <strong>$297,000</strong> for their share.  Additional engineering costs in the amount of $12,380 are pending primarily due to the extended construction schedule and extra work in the West Main Street intersection.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming Meetings – Committees, Boards, Commissions, Events &amp; Conferences</span>
<ul>
<li>Planning Commission – Thursday, February 2<sup>nd</sup>, 4 PM</li>
<li>Michigan Public Power Agency – Wednesday, February 8<sup>th</sup>, Lansing</li>
<li>Historic Commission – Thursday, February 9<sup>th</sup>, 4 PM</li>
<li>Power Board – Monday, February <strong>13<sup>th</sup></strong>, 7:30 AM</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming City Council Action Items</span>
<ul>
<li>Review and approval of 2012 street improvement projects</li>
<li>Review and consideration of oil &amp; gas lease for City-owned property</li>
<li>Pole attachment agreement with Merit (fiber optic)</li>
<li>Proposed senior development on East Main Street</li>
<li>Final decision to annex certain Polk Road properties</li>
<li>PILOT ordinance for Lake Pointe &amp; East Main projects</li>
<li>Development Agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly</li>
<li>License agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly for ROW use</li>
<li>Facilities Agreement with Consumers Energy for the Lambrix Substation</li>
<li>Decisions regarding Wood Street sewer separation and water improvements</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Council Agenda 01-10-12</title>
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City of Hart, Michigan</p>
<p>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA</p>
<p>1st Amended</p>
<p>January 10, 2012, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan




Call to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes – December 27, 2011 regular meeting
Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations

MEDC announces grant award to The Starting Block – December 21, 2011
Notice of Review of Hart Lake Special Assessment [...]]]></description>
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<td width="314"><em>City of Hart, Michigan</em></p>
<p>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA</p>
<p><strong><em>1<sup>st</sup> Amended</em></strong></p>
<p>January 10, 2012, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan<em></em></td>
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<ul>
<li>Call to Order</li>
<li>Roll Call</li>
<li>Pledge of Allegiance</li>
<li>Approval of Agenda</li>
<li>Approval of Minutes – December 27, 2011 regular meeting</li>
<li>Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations
<ul>
<li>MEDC announces grant award to The Starting Block – December 21, 2011</li>
<li>Notice of Review of Hart Lake Special Assessment Roll – Lake Treatment Program</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Department Reports</li>
<li>Reports of Boards, Commissions and Committees (Minutes Attached***)<em></em></li>
<li>Bills, Claims, Payroll</li>
<li>Actions Items
<ul>
<li><strong>Resolution 12-01</strong> US Bicycle Route 35 – Route change</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 12-02</strong> Brownfield Grant Amendment – 26 N. State Street</li>
<li><strong>Ordinance 12-01</strong> Payment In-Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) &#8211; 26 N. State Street</li>
<li><strong><em>Resolution 12-03 </em></strong><em>Hart Commons Change Order No. 3 (Revised)</em><strong></strong></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Discussion Items
<ul>
<li>Facilities Agreement w/ Consumers Energy (Lambrix Industrial Substation)</li>
<li>Pole Attachment Agreement w/ Merit Inc. (High Speed Fiber)</li>
<li>803 Griswold St (former Silver Mill) – Status report</li>
<li>Oil &amp; Gas Lease on City-owned Properties</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>City Manager Report</li>
<li>City Attorney Report</li>
<li>Public Comments</li>
<li>Communications from the Mayor and Council
<ul>
<li>Main Street Board/TIFA appointment</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Adjournment</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Manager&#8217;s Report 01-06-12</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>City of Hart, Michigan</p>
<p>MEMORANDUM</p>
<p>To:         MAYOR RON LAPORTE &#38; City Council</p>
<p>From:   STAN RICKARD, City Manager</p>
<p>Date:     January 6, 2012</p>
<p>RE:         CITY MANAGER’S REPORT</p>

Winterfest – Hart Main Street is planning activities for February 17 &#38; 18, 2012.
Hart Lake Board – The Lake Board has advanced the Hart Lake weed mitigation program to the next phase which is the preparation of the final special assessment [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>City of Hart</em><em>, Michigan</em><em></em></p>
<p>MEMORANDUM</p>
<p>To:         <strong>MAYOR RON LAPORTE &amp; City Council</strong></p>
<p>From:   <strong>STAN RICKARD, City Manager</strong></p>
<p>Date:     January 6, 2012<strong></strong></p>
<p>RE:         CITY MANAGER’S REPORT<strong></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Winterfest</span> – Hart Main Street is planning activities for February 17 &amp; 18, 2012.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Lake Board</span> – The Lake Board has advanced the Hart Lake weed mitigation program to the next phase which is the preparation of the final special assessment roll.  The Board will conduct another public hearing on this matter on Thursday, January 18, 2012 at 7 PM.  If approved by the Board, the City of Hart will contribute $14,850 annually; water front property owners, $101.71; and back lot property owners, $56.86 annually.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Economic Vitality Incentive Program</span> (EVIP) – The City submitted a “consolidation of services” plan to the MI Department of Treasury at year-end 2011.  By doing this, the City will remain eligible for EVIP payments, formerly called revenue sharing.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John Gurney Park Arch</span> – City staff continue this repair assessment to determine: a) removal procedure, b) location of storage and repair facility, c) repair materials, d) reinstallation procedure, and e) cost.  The repairs need to be completed in early 2012 to be ready for the 100<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Park.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">AMP (Ohio) Fremont Energy Center (AFEC)</span> – The MPPA is moving forward with acquisition activities and the generation plant is undergoing initial testing with an anticipated January, 2012 startup.  Thirteen (13) participating communities signed the necessary agreements by the December 31, 2011 target date.  MPPA plans a March, 2012 bond sale to finance the approximate $35 million cost of their 5% equity ownership.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">State Street Bridge &amp; Road Improvement Grants</span> – The City has confirmed State (via federal STP) funding for North State ($163,000) and Johnson Street ($179,000) resurfacing tentatively programmed in 2014 and 2015, respectively; and MDOT Local Bridge Funds for the State Street bridge deck replacement in 2014.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">3 State Street Environmental Closure</span> – MDEQ officially closed the site on July 18, 2011 after many years of investigation.  The City expects reimbursement for the well abandonment work recently completed at the Hart Commons site.  Federated Insurance represents the liable party and has agreed to pay for the aforementioned well closure efforts.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Commons</span> – The project is complete.  Construction began week of August 15<sup>th</sup> and the Tridonn Construction completed their work on or about December 8, 2011.  City Hydroelectric crews energized the underground lines on December 8<sup>th</sup> and removed the overhead lines and 3 poles the week of December 19, 2011.   Public Works and Hydro crews replaced the guard rail in the adjacent parking lot on December 20, 2011.  Final construction costs were <strong>$534,061</strong> and the contracted amount for engineering was <strong>$66,100</strong> for a total of <strong>$600,161</strong>.  The City will be reimbursed in the amount of <strong>$436,090</strong> from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation – Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">26 N. State Street (lake front property)</span> – Kieser Environmental (Kalamazoo) is reviewing final ground water test results.  I am expecting site closure in early 2012.  The City is considering a one-year grant agreement extension to January, 2013 to allow for site closure activities.  The Michigan Land Bank still owns the site and is evaluating the environmental status.  Site developer Hollander Development Corporation (Portage, MI) is seeking various City and State approvals in anticipation of submitting an application to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) by February 15, 2012 for a 25-unit 3-story senior apartment project.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John Gurney Park Boat Launch Reconstruction</span> – City Council approved the bidding phase on November 8<sup>th</sup>.  The project was advertised locally on November 17, 2011.  Contract award is scheduled for December 13, 2011 followed by construction in April-May, 2012.  The City opened bids on December 7<sup>th</sup> with McCormick Sand being the low bidder at $75,822.90.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Peach Street Reconstruction</span> – The project was substantially complete on September 2, 2011.  Construction was by Hallack Contracting (Hart).  Final labor, equipment and material quantities have been determined and final construction costs will be <strong>$500,021.</strong>  Contracted engineering costs are <strong>$79,947</strong> for a total project cost of <strong>$579,968.</strong>  The Michigan Department of Transportation has already paid <strong>$173,619</strong> for their share of the project.  The Michigan Economic Development Corporation – Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program will reimburse the City about <strong>$297,000</strong> for their share.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming Meetings – Committees, Boards, Commissions, Events &amp; Conferences</span>
<ul>
<li>Power Board – Monday,  January 9<sup>th</sup>, 7:30 AM</li>
<li>Water/Wastewater Board – Monday, January 9<sup>th</sup>, 7 PM &#8211; <strong>CANCELLED</strong></li>
<li>Oceana EDC – Tuesday, January 10<sup>th</sup>, 8 AM, County Bldg</li>
<li>Michigan Public Power Agency – Wednesday, January 11<sup>th</sup>, Lansing</li>
<li>Historic Commission – Thursday, January 12<sup>th</sup>, 4 PM</li>
<li>Hart Lake Board – Wednesday, January 18<sup>th</sup>, 7 PM, City Hall</li>
<li>Hart Main Street Board – Thursday, January 19<sup>th</sup>, 49 State Street</li>
<li>Planning Commission &#8211; TBD</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming City Council Action Items</span>
<ul>
<li>Review and approval of 2012 street improvement projects</li>
<li>Public hearings for Peach Street and Hart Commons projects</li>
<li>Review and consideration of oil &amp; gas lease for City-owned property</li>
<li>Pole attachment agreement with Merit (fiber optic)</li>
<li>Proposed senior development on East Main Street</li>
<li>Final decision to annex certain Polk Road properties</li>
<li>PILOT ordinance for Lake Pointe &amp; East Main projects</li>
<li>Development Agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly</li>
<li>License agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly for ROW use</li>
<li>Facilities Agreement with Consumers Energy for the Lambrix Substation</li>
<li>Decisions regarding Wood Street sewer separation and water improvements</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Council Agenda 12-27-11</title>
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City of Hart, Michigan</p>
<p>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA</p>
<p>2nd Amended</p>
<p>December 27, 2011, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan




Call to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes – December 13, 2011 regular meeting
Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations
Department Reports
Reports of Boards, Commissions and Committees (Minutes Attached***)
Bills, Claims, Payroll
Actions Items

Ordinance 12-01 Payment In-Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) &#8211; [...]]]></description>
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<td width="314"><em>City of Hart</em><em>, Michigan</em></p>
<p>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA</p>
<p><strong><em>2<sup>nd</sup> Amended</em></strong></p>
<p>December 27, 2011, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan<em></em></td>
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<ul>
<li>Call to Order</li>
<li>Roll Call</li>
<li>Pledge of Allegiance</li>
<li>Approval of Agenda</li>
<li>Approval of Minutes – December 13, 2011 regular meeting</li>
<li>Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations</li>
<li>Department Reports</li>
<li>Reports of Boards, Commissions and Committees (Minutes Attached***)<em></em></li>
<li>Bills, Claims, Payroll</li>
<li>Actions Items
<ul>
<li><strong>Ordinance 12-01</strong> Payment In-Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) &#8211; 26 N. State Street</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-61</strong> Community Revitalization Program</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-58</strong> Change Order No. 3 – ‘Hart Commons’</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-59 </strong>Net Metering Program</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-60</strong> Budget Amendment – Historic Commission Fund 701</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Discussion Items
<ul>
<li>Michigan Community Revitalization Program – Grant/loan announcement</li>
<li>Facilities Agreement w/ Consumers Energy</li>
<li>US Bicycle Route 35 – Route change requested</li>
<li>Five-Year Recreation Plan – Expiring December 31, 2011</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>City Manager Report
<ul>
<li>“Consolidation of Services” EVIP requirement – Online Presentation</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>City Attorney Report
<ul>
<li>803 Griswold St (former Silver Mill) – Status report</li>
<li>Oil &amp; Gas Lease on City-owned Properties</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Public Comments</li>
<li>Communications from the Mayor and Council
<ul>
<li>Main Street Board recommends Damien Omness (Practicos Business Solutions) to fill Board vacancy created by Scott Hegg resignation</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Adjournment</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Manager&#8217;s Report 12-23-11</title>
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<p>MEMORANDUM</p>
<p>To:           MAYOR RON LAPORTE &#38; City Council</p>
<p>From:     STAN RICKARD, City Manager</p>
<p>Date:      December 23, 2011</p>
<p>RE:          CITY MANAGER’S REPORT</p>

Winterfest – Hart Main Street is planning activities on Hart Lake for February 17 &#38; 18, 2012.
Oceana Housing Commission – The OHC presented revised plans for their proposed development on East Main Street to the Planning Commission and City [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>City of Hart</em><em>, Michigan</em><em></em></p>
<p>MEMORANDUM</p>
<p>To:           <strong>MAYOR RON LAPORTE &amp; City Council</strong></p>
<p>From:     <strong>STAN RICKARD, City Manager</strong></p>
<p>Date:      December 23, 2011<strong></strong></p>
<p>RE:          CITY MANAGER’S REPORT<strong></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Winterfest</span> – Hart Main Street is planning activities on Hart Lake for February 17 &amp; 18, 2012.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Oceana Housing Commission</span> – The OHC presented revised plans for their proposed development on East Main Street to the Planning Commission and City Council on December 8 and 13, 2011, respectively.  They recently advised that although they continue to pursue this venture, they are not ready to submit additional documentation to the Planning Commission and City Council at this time.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Lake Board</span> – The Lake Board has advanced the Hart Lake weed mitigation program to the next phase which is the preparation of the final special assessment roll.  The Board will conduct another public hearing on this matter in January, 2012.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Economic Vitality Incentive Program</span> (EVIP) – The City will submit a “consolidation of services” plan to the MI Department of Treasury by year-end 2011.  Doing so will keep the City eligible for EVIP payments.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John Gurney Park Arch</span> – City staff continue this repair assessment to determine: a) removal procedure, b) location of storage and repair facility, c) repair materials, d) reinstallation procedure, and e) cost.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">AMP (Ohio) Fremont Energy Center (AFEC)</span> – The MPPA is moving forward with acquisition activities and the generation plant is undergoing initial testing with an anticipated January, 2012 startup.  It appears that the thirteen (13) participating communities have signed the necessary agreements by the December 31, 2011 target date.  MPPA plans a March, 2012 bond sale to finance the approximate $35 million cost of their 5% equity ownership.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">State Street Bridge &amp; Road Improvement Grants</span> – The City has confirmed State funding for North State and Johnson Street resurfacing tentatively programmed in 2014 and 2015, respectively; and MDOT Local Bridge Funds for the State Street bridge deck replacement in 2014.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">3 State Street Environmental Closure</span> – I have submitted the final costs and expect reimbursement for the well abandonment work recently completed at the Hart Commons site.  Federated Insurance represents the liable party and has agreed to pay for the aforementioned well closure efforts.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Commons</span> – The project is complete.  Construction began week of August 15<sup>th</sup> and the Tridonn Construction completed their work on or about December 8, 2011.  The City, Fleis &amp; Vandenbrink Engineering, and Tridonn performed the final walk-through on the project on December 7, 2011 at which time the “punch list” was developed.  Due to weather, most punch list items will be completed in Spring, 2012.  City Hydroelectric crews energized the underground lines on December 8<sup>th</sup> and removed the overhead lines and 3 poles the week of December 19, 2011.   Public Works and Hydro crews replaced the guard rail in the adjacent parking lot on December 20, 2011.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">26 N. State Street (lake front property)</span> – The 4<sup>th</sup> quarter (final) ground water samples were collected in November and test results are being reviewed by Kieser Environmental.  I am expecting site closure in early 2012.  The MDEQ has asked the City to request a one-year extension to the brownfield grant to allow for site closure activities.  Over $80,000 grant funds are available to complete the project.  The Michigan Land Bank still owns the site and is evaluating the environmental status.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John Gurney Park Boat Launch Reconstruction</span> – City Council approved the bidding phase on November 8<sup>th</sup>.  The project was advertised locally on November 17, 2011.  Contract award is scheduled for December 13, 2011 followed by construction in April-May, 2012.  The City opened bids on December 7<sup>th</sup> with McCormick Sand being the low bidder at $75,822.90.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Peach Street Reconstruction</span> – The project was substantially complete on September 2, 2011.  Construction was by Hallack Contracting (Hart).  CDBG reimbursement request No. 2 has been received in the amount of $134,668.  Awaiting verification of final quantities and engineering costs from Prein&amp;Newhof so that the City can apply for reimbursement from MEDC for CDBG funds.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming Meetings – Committees, Boards, Commissions, Events &amp; Conferences</span>
<ul>
<li>Planning Commission &#8211; Thursday,  January 5<sup>th</sup>, 4 PM</li>
<li>Power Board – Monday,  January 9<sup>th</sup>, 7:30 AM</li>
<li>Water/Wastewater Board – Monday, January 9<sup>th</sup>, 7 PM</li>
<li>Oceana EDC – Tuesday, January 10<sup>th</sup>, 8 AM, County Bldg</li>
<li>Michigan Public Power Agency – Wednesday, January 11<sup>th</sup>, Lansing</li>
<li>Historic Commission – Thursday, January 12<sup>th</sup>, 4 PM</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming City Council Action Items</span>
<ul>
<li>Review and consideration of oil &amp; gas lease for City-owned property</li>
<li>Pole attachment agreement with Merit (fiber optic)</li>
<li>Proposed senior development on East Main Street</li>
<li>Final decision to annex certain Polk Road properties</li>
<li>PILOT ordinance for Lake Pointe &amp; East Main projects</li>
<li>Development Agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly</li>
<li>License agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly for ROW use</li>
<li>Facilities Agreement with Consumers Energy for the Lambrix Substation</li>
<li>Decisions regarding Wood Street sewer separation and water improvements</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Manager&#8217;s Report 12-09-11</title>
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<p>MEMORANDUM</p>
<p>To:          MAYOR RON LAPORTE &#38; City Council</p>
<p>From:    STAN RICKARD, City Manager</p>
<p>Date:     December 9, 2011</p>
<p>RE:          CITY MANAGER’S REPORT</p>

Michigan Main Street Quarterly Training – Downtown Hart hosted this training event on December 5th &#38; 6th sponsored by Michigan Main Street.  Michigan Main Street staff and other Main Street communities attended including Niles, Howell, Portland, Marshall, Manistee, Clare, Boyne City [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>City of Hart</em><em>, Michigan</em><em></em></p>
<p>MEMORANDUM</p>
<p>To:          <strong>MAYOR RON LAPORTE &amp; City Council</strong></p>
<p>From:    <strong>STAN RICKARD, City Manager</strong></p>
<p>Date:     December 9, 2011<strong></strong></p>
<p>RE:          CITY MANAGER’S REPORT<strong></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Michigan Main Street Quarterly Training</span> – Downtown Hart hosted this training event on December 5<sup>th</sup> &amp; 6<sup>th</sup> sponsored by Michigan Main Street.  Michigan Main Street staff and other Main Street communities attended including Niles, Howell, Portland, Marshall, Manistee, Clare, Boyne City and Iron Mountain.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Oceana Housing Commission</span> – The OHC continues their efforts to prepare development plans at the East Main Street site.  They presented revised plans to the Planning Commission on December 8, 2011 that appear to keep the wetlands intact.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Façade Improvement Grants</span> – Hart Main Street has learned that CDBG funding for this program has been suspended.  They await news from MEDC about program reinstatement.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Lake Board</span> – The Lake Board conducted a public hearing on November 30, 2011 and subsequently voted to advance the Hart Lake weed mitigation program to the next phase which is the preparation of the final special assessment roll.  The Board will conduct another public hearing on this matter in January, 2012.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Economic Vitality Incentive Program</span> (EVIP) – The City will submit a “consolidation of services” plan to the MI Department of Treasury by year-end 2011.  Doing so will keep the City eligible for EVIP payments.  Online training sessions for this phase are scheduled for December 13<sup>th</sup> &amp; 15<sup>th</sup>.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John Gurney Park Arch</span> – City staff continue this repair assessment to determine: a) removal procedure, b) location of storage and repair facility, c) repair materials, d) reinstallation procedure, and e) cost.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Fremont, Ohio Combined Cycle Generation Project</span> – The MPPA is moving forward with acquisition activities and the generation plant is undergoing initial testing with an anticipated January, 2012 startup.  The City’s allocation will be about 0.9 MW.  I learned today that MPPA staff and attorneys have completed negotiations with AMP (Ohio) on the “Purchasing, Commissioning and Operating Agreement” or PCOA.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">State Street Bridge &amp; Road Improvement Grants</span> – The City has received verbal confirmation of State funding for North State and Johnson Street resurfacing tentatively programmed in 2014 and 2015, respectively.  We also await confirmation of MDOT Local Bridge Funds for bridge deck replacement.  If approved, the work would coincide with the aforementioned North State project.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">3 State Street Environmental Closure</span> – I plan to discuss final reimbursement to the City for the well abandonment work with City’s consultant Barbara Marczak of Prein&amp;Newhof and attorney John Byl at Warner Norcross in Grand Rapids.  Federated Insurance represents the liable party and has agreed to pay for the aforementioned well closure efforts.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Commons</span> – Construction began week of August 15<sup>th</sup> and the Tridonn Construction completed their work on or about December 8, 2011.  The City, Fleis &amp; Vandenbrink Engineering, and Tridonn performed the final walk-through on the project on December 7, 2011 at which time the “punch list” was developed.  Due to weather, most punch list items will be completed in Spring, 2012.  City Hydroelectric crews energized the underground lines on December 8<sup>th</sup> and will abandon the overhead lines sometime the week of December 12<sup>th</sup>.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">26 N. State Street (lake front property)</span> – The 4<sup>th</sup> quarter (final) ground water samples were collected in November and will be tested this month.  I am expecting site closure in early 2012.  The MDEQ has asked the City to request a one-year extension to the brownfield grant to allow for site closure activities.  Over $80,000 grant funds are available to complete the project.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John Gurney Park Boat Launch Reconstruction</span> – City Council approved the bidding phase on November 8<sup>th</sup>.  The project was advertised locally on November 17, 2011.  Contract award is scheduled for December 13, 2011 followed by construction in April-May, 2012.  The City opened bids on December 7<sup>th</sup> with McCormick Sand being the low bidder at $75,822.90.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Peach Street Reconstruction</span> – The project was substantially complete on September 2, 2011.  Construction was by Hallack Contracting (Hart).  CDBG reimbursement request No. 2 has been received in the amount of $134,668.  Awaiting verification of final quantities and engineering costs from Prein&amp;Newhof so that the City can apply for reimbursement from MEDC for CDBG funds.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming Meetings – Committees, Boards, Commissions, Events &amp; Conferences</span>
<ul>
<li>Oceana EDC – December 13<sup>th</sup>, 8 AM</li>
<li>Hart Main Street strategic planning – December 14<sup>th</sup>, 5 PM – 9 PM</li>
<li>Main Street Board – December 15<sup>th</sup></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming City Council Action Items</span>
<ul>
<li>Review and approval of EVIP Phase 2</li>
<li>Review and consideration of oil &amp; gas lease for City-owned property</li>
<li>Pole attachment agreement with Merit (fiber optic)</li>
<li>Proposed senior development on East Main Street</li>
<li>Final decision to annex certain Polk Road properties</li>
<li>PILOT ordinance for Lake Pointe &amp; East Main projects</li>
<li>Development Agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly</li>
<li>License agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly for ROW use</li>
<li>Facilities Agreement with Consumers Energy for the Lambrix Substation</li>
<li>Decisions regarding Wood Street sewer separation and water improvements</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Council Agenda 12-13-11</title>
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City of Hart, MichiganCITY COUNCIL – AGENDA – 1st Amended</p>
<p>December 13, 2011, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan 




Call to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes – November 22, 2011 regular meeting
Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations

Review of FY2011 Annual Financial Statements &#38; Auditor’s Opinion &#8211; Rehmann
Lake Pointe development &#38; Community Revitalization Plan [...]]]></description>
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<td width="314"><em>City of Hart</em><em>, Michigan</em>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA – <strong><em>1<sup>st</sup> Amended</em></strong></p>
<p>December 13, 2011, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan<em> </em></td>
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<ul>
<li>Call to Order</li>
<li>Roll Call</li>
<li>Pledge of Allegiance</li>
<li>Approval of Agenda</li>
<li>Approval of Minutes – November 22, 2011 regular meeting</li>
<li>Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations
<ul>
<li>Review of FY2011 Annual Financial Statements &amp; Auditor’s Opinion &#8211; <strong>Rehmann</strong></li>
<li>Lake Pointe development &amp; Community Revitalization Plan &#8211; <strong>Hollander Development Corporation</strong></li>
<li>600 East Main Street development – <strong>Oceana Housing Commission</strong></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Department Reports</li>
<li>Reports of Boards, Commissions and Committees (Minutes Attached***)<em></em></li>
<li>Bills, Claims, Payroll</li>
<li>Actions Items
<ul>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-53 </strong>Accept bid &amp; award contract for boat launch &amp; dock project</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-54 </strong>Charter Communications franchise renewal</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-55</strong> Accept auditor’s opinion &amp; recommendations &#8211; FY2011 financial statements</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-56 </strong>Community Revitalization Program</li>
<li><strong>Resolution 11-57</strong> Cemetery Budget</li>
<li>Authorization to request one-year extension to 26 State Street brownfield agreement</li>
<li>Special Events Permit – “Hart Sparks” Fireworks, Monday, July 2, 2012</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Discussion Items</li>
<li>Oil &amp; Gas Lease on City-owned Properties</li>
<li>PILOT Ordinance – 26 N. State &amp; 600 East Main developments</li>
<li>“Consolidation of Services” EVIP requirement</li>
<li>803 Griswold St (former Silver Mill) – Status report</li>
<li>Change Order No. 3 – Hart Commons</li>
<li>Street Improvements
<ul>
<li>Various &#8211; 2012</li>
<li>North State – 2014 ($163,000 STP-Federal Funds guaranteed)</li>
<li>Johnson (State to Peach) – 2015 ($179,000 STP-Federal Funds guaranteed)</li>
<li><strong><em>State Street Bridge – 2014 ($47,500 MDOT Local Bridge Advisory Board Funds guaranteed)</em></strong></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>City Manager Report
<ul>
<li>5-Month Budget Report</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>City Attorney Report
<ul>
<li>Closed Session &#8211; Threatened litigation</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Public Comments</li>
<li>Communications from the Mayor and Council
<ul>
<li>TIFA/Main Street board vacancy</li>
</ul>
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<li>Adjournment</li>
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		<title>Manager&#8217;s Report 11-18-11</title>
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<p>MEMORANDUM</p>
<p>To:           MAYOR RON LAPORTE &#38; City Council</p>
<p>From:     STAN RICKARD, City Manager</p>
<p>Date:      November 18, 2011</p>
<p>RE:           CITY MANAGER’S REPORT</p>

Michigan Main Street Quarterly Training – Downtown Hart is hosting this training event on December 5th &#38; 6th sponsored by Michigan Main Street.  Other Main Street communities will attend this required event which is rotated around the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>City of Hart</em><em>, </em><em>Michigan</em><em></em></p>
<p>MEMORANDUM</p>
<p>To:           <strong>MAYOR RON LAPORTE &amp; </strong><strong>City</strong><strong> Council</strong></p>
<p>From:     <strong>STAN RICKARD, </strong><strong>City</strong><strong> Manager</strong></p>
<p>Date:      November 18, 2011<strong></strong></p>
<p>RE:           CITY MANAGER’S REPORT<strong></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Michigan Main Street</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> Quarterly Training</span> – Downtown Hart is hosting this training event on December 5<sup>th</sup> &amp; 6<sup>th</sup> sponsored by Michigan Main Street.  Other Main Street communities will attend this required event which is rotated around the State.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Oceana Housing Commission</span> – The OHC is now investigating apparent wetland issues and potential off-site improvements for their proposed development on East Main Street.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Façade Improvement Grants</span> – The Hart Main Street Program recently introduced this grant program to the downtown businesses and arranged architectural services with Michigan Main Street representatives for interested business owners.  Hart Main Street may soon select projects and request that the City apply for CDBG funds to match the owner’s contribution currently split 50/50.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lake</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> Board</span> – The next Lake Board meeting and public hearing is scheduled for November 30<sup>th</sup> at 7 PM in City Hall.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Starting Block Incubator Kitchen</span> – The MEDC recently announced another grant opportunity for business incubators.  TSBI staff is reviewing the criteria to qualify.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Economic Vitality Incentive Program</span> (EVIP) – The City will submit a “consolidation of services” plan to the MI Department of Treasury by year-end 2011.  Doing so will keep the City eligible for EVIP payments.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Gurney</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Park</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> Arch</span> – City staff continue this repair assessment to determine: a) removal procedure, b) location of storage and repair facility, c) repair materials, d) reinstallation procedure, and e) cost.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Fremont</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">, </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ohio</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> Combined Cycle Generation Project</span> – The MPPA is moving forward with acquisition activities and the generation plant is undergoing initial testing with an anticipated January, 2012 startup.  The City’s allocation will be about 0.9 MW.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">State Street Bridge &amp; Road Improvement Grants</span> – The City has received verbal confirmation of State funding for North State and Johnson Street resurfacing tentatively programmed in 2014 and 2015, respectively.  We also await confirmation of MDOT Local Bridge Funds for bridge deck replacement.  If approved, the work would coincide with the aforementioned North State project.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">3 State Street Environmental Closure</span> – The Hart Commons general contractor Tridonn Construction has completed the abandonment of the ground water monitoring wells and closure reports have been submitted and forwarded to the City’s consultant Barbara Marczak of Prein&amp;Newhof and attorney John Byl at Warner Norcross in Grand Rapids.  The City expects to be reimbursed for this work.  Federated Insurance represents the liable party.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hart Commons</span> – Construction began week of August 15<sup>th</sup>.  Remaining work consists of undergrounding electric lines; arch, sign, shelter &amp; seating placement.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">26 N. State Street</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> (lake front property)</span> – The 4<sup>th</sup> quarter (final) ground water samples will be collected and tested this month.  I am expecting site closure in early 2012.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">John</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Gurney</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> </span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Park</span><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> Boat Launch Reconstruction</span> – City Council approved the bidding phase on November 8<sup>th</sup>.  The project was advertised locally on November 17, 2011.  Contract award is tentatively set for December 13, 2011 followed by construction in April-May, 2012.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Peach Street Reconstruction</span> – The project was substantially complete on September 2, 2011.  Construction was by Hallack Contracting (Hart).  CDBG reimbursement request No. 2 has been received in the amount of $134,668.  Awaiting verification of final quantities from Prein&amp;Newhof.</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming Meetings – Committees, Boards, Commissions, Events &amp; Conferences</span>
<ul>
<li>Annual Christmas Parade – Friday, November 25<sup>th</sup></li>
<li>Christmas Tree Lighting – Saturday, November 26<sup>th</sup>, 2 PM – 5 PM</li>
<li>Hart Lake Board – Wednesday, November 30<sup>th</sup>, 7:00 PM, City Hall</li>
<li>Power Board – Monday, December 5<sup>th</sup>, 7:30 AM, City Hall</li>
<li>Michigan Main Street Quarterly Training – Monday-Tuesday, December 5<sup>th</sup> &amp; 6<sup>th</sup>, Downtown Hart</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Upcoming City Council Action Items</span>
<ul>
<li>Review and consideration of oil &amp; gas lease for City-owned property</li>
<li>Review &amp; acceptance of audit of FY2011 financial statements</li>
<li>Pole attachment agreement with Merit (fiber optic)</li>
<li>Bid and award contract for John Gurney Park boat launch and dock facilities</li>
<li>Proposed senior development on East Main Street</li>
<li>Final decision to annex certain Polk Road properties</li>
<li>PILOT ordinance for Lake Pointe Elderly</li>
<li>Development Agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly</li>
<li>License agreement with Lake Pointe Elderly for ROW use</li>
<li>Facilities Agreement with Consumers Energy for the Lambrix Substation</li>
<li>Decisions regarding Wood Street sewer separation and water improvements</li>
</ul>
</li>
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City of Hart, Michigan</p>
<p>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA</p>
<p>November 22, 2011, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan



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Call to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes – November 8, 2011 regular meeting
Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations

Resignation from TIFA Board 11/16/2011 – Barbara Vanderhoof
“One Pager Plus” – Educational material from MML
Notice of Public Hearing-Hart Lake Board [...]]]></description>
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<td width="264"><em>City of Hart</em><em>, </em><em>Michigan</em><em></em></p>
<p>CITY COUNCIL – AGENDA</p>
<p>November 22, 2011, 7:30 PM</p>
<p>City Hall, 407 State St., Hart, Michigan<em></em></td>
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<li>Call to Order</li>
<li>Roll Call</li>
<li>Pledge of Allegiance</li>
<li>Approval of Agenda</li>
<li>Approval of Minutes – November 8, 2011 regular meeting</li>
<li>Public Comments, Correspondence, Events, Presentations
<ul>
<li>Resignation from TIFA Board 11/16/2011 – Barbara Vanderhoof</li>
<li>“One Pager Plus” – Educational material from MML</li>
<li>Notice of Public Hearing-Hart Lake Board – November 30, 2011</li>
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<li>Department Reports</li>
<li>Reports of Boards, Commissions and Committees (Minutes Attached***)<em></em></li>
<li>Bills, Claims, Payroll</li>
<li>Actions Items</li>
<li>Discussion Items
<ul>
<li>Oil &amp; Gas Lease on City-owned Properties</li>
<li>Hart-Montague Trail Enhancements – Health Department Grant</li>
<li>Charter Communications Franchise Renewal</li>
<li>“Consolidation of Services” EVIP requirement</li>
</ul>
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<li>City Manager Report</li>
<li>City Attorney Report</li>
<li>Public Comments</li>
<li>Communications from the Mayor and Council</li>
<li>Adjournment</li>
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