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City of Muskegon Newsletter
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S U M M E R 2 0 0 7
City Commission
City Commission
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Stephen J. Wa
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MUSKEGON!
Commissioner At Large
Vice Mayor
Vice May
Commis or
sioner At Large
Stephen J. Gawron
Stephen J. Gawron
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Commis
mmissioner At Large
sioner At Large The City Commission recently adopted a leash law ordinance . It requires that a
Sue Wierengo
Sue Wierengo dog or cat be restrained by its owner on a leash no greater than six feet in length
and of sufficient strength to confine the animal and in certain cases a shorter leash.
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Commissioner Ward I
mmissioner Ward I The term "control" shall not mean allowing an animal to go unleashed outside of its
confinement or pen.
City Commissi
Chris Carter
Chris Carter on
Mayor A dog or cat shall be considered under restraint if it is within the real property lim-
Stephen J.
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mm Warmington
issioner Ward II
issioner Ward II its of its owner. Any other animal is considered restrained only if it is effectively
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Clara Shephe
Clara Shephe ****
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Vice Mayor All dogs and cats shall be kept under restraint, except for a service animal actively
Bill L
Comm arson
Commissioner Ward III
issioner Ward III engaged in performing its duty or a dog actively engaged in training or performance
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Lawrence*************
Lawrence O. Spataro
O. Spataro event or competition. Dogs or cats shall not be permitted to be at large in the city.
Commissioner
Dangerous Dogs
Stephen J. Gawron
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Commissioner Ward IV
mmissioner Ward IV Current ordinance states that dangerous dogs, including pit bulls, be leashed and
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Kevin Davis
Kevin Davis muzzled outside of its kennel and on a leash no longer than four feet. The animal
Commissioner Ward I
may not be leashed or tied to inanimate objects. Owners must place a sign in a
Chris Carter
City
City Manager
Manager prominent place stating "Beware of Dog". All owners must obtain $50,000 public
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Bry
Bryon L. Ma
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n L. Mazade liability insurance for bodily injury, death or property damage. No more than one
Commissioner Ward II dog may be kept on any premise in the City. To see this ordinance in its entirety,
Clara Shepherd please visit www.shorelinecity.com, ordinance Section 6.
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City of Muskegon
City of Muskegon
Commissioner Ward III
P.O. Box 536
P.O. Box 536
Lawrence O. Spataro
933 Terrace Street
933 Terrace Street
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Muskegon, MI 49443
Muskegon, MI 49443
Commissioner Ward IV
231-724-6721
231-724-6721 On July 10, 2007 the City Commission adopted an ordinance prohib-
iting smoking in the area of Pere Marquette Park bounded by the
Kevin Davis
Ann Marie Becke
Ann Marie Becker,
r, walkway leading from the bathhouse to the water's edge on the
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MMC
MMC **** south, the walkway to the south breakwater on the north, the side-
City Manager
Newsl
Newsl etter E
etter Edditor
itor walk adjacent to the roadway on the east and the water's edge on the west. Visit
Bryon L. Maza de www.shorelinecity.com ordinance Section 34-34 to view the ordinance.
CITY OF MUSKEGON OUTSTANDING 2
CITIZENSHIP AWARD
Purpose:
The City of Muskegon and the Muskegon Rotary are proud to recognize the outstanding citizens in the
Muskegon community. This award is indicative of the belief that the future of Muskegon is dependent on
the character and civic participation of its community members.
Nomination Qualifications:
1. Contributions to family, school, and the community, or to the arts, environment, education, health or
human services through volunteer efforts;
2. Specific behavior or actions which put others first, including exemplary acts in coming to the
assistance of those in need; and/or
3. Overcoming the odds, moving beyond specific hardships or family or societal difficulties to enhance
the quality of life for others.
Awards Criteria:
1. Completed Application.
2. Essay (1000 words or less typed) including the following:
a. How does this nominee exemplify outstanding public service to the City
of Muskegon and its citizens?
b. Why do you believe that this nominee deserves credit over other possible
nominees?
3. List three adjectives that describe your nominee.
4. Letter(s) of support from an individual with knowledge of the individual's contribution.
Please forward any submissions or questions to the City Clerk at ann.becker@postman.org, 231-724-
6705, City of Muskegon, PO Box 536, Muskegon, MI 49443.
Have a lifeguard or an adult show you where it is safe to swim.
Watch out for drop-offs and rip currents. Stay away from rock formations and embankments.
Be careful of aquatic plants and fish that can hurt you. Never touch a jellyfish.
Wear protective footwear. Never touch strange objects found in the water or on the beach, even if they look
safe.
Never play around drainage ditches or culverts.
When body surfing, ride the surf at an angle, not in a straight line, toward shore.
Never swim farther than you are able to swim back.
Swim in water that is at least 60 degrees, otherwise you could get cramps and have problems breathing.
Never turn your back on the lake. Courtesy of National Fire Safety Council, Inc.
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Landscaping is Here!
The weather is warm and (water will evaporate maintenance.
everyone is itching to get quickly if you water during the Plant native plants to help
outdoors and start working on hottest times of the day). introduce Michigan natives back
their yards. Our yards are Install rain shut-off's on your
definitely important to us and we into our landscape.
often use them for entertaining, a underground sprinkling systems. By:
place to relax, and as a safe Use soaker hoses under mulch Jessica Burrows
place for our children and pets to to help water your plants while
play. City Meeting Schedules
To ensure that our yards stay
both environmentally and
economically friendly for us. Citizen's Police 1st Monday of month @6:30
Review Board PM
Here are a few tips to follow: City Commis- 2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 5:30
Build Healthy Soil sion Meeting PM
Use organic compost to help conserving water. Citizen's District 1st Tuesday of month @ 5:30
your soil hold water and Council PM
nutrients. Invest in a rain barrel. Civil service 1st Wednesday of month @
Commission 4:00 PM
Use organic fertilizer to help Think Twice Before Using
feed your lawn and plants. (slow Pesticides (Pesticides can affect City Commis- Monday preceding the 2nd
sion Work Ses- Tuesday @ 5:30 PM
release formula) the health of your family) sion
Use mulch around your Choose pest resistant plants. Community 1st Monday of month @ 5:30
vegetables, trees, and flowers to Remember most bugs are Relations Com- PM
mittee
help retain moisture and to help beneficial for your yard.
decrease watering. Downtown De- 3rd Tuesday of month @ 4:00
Use organic alternatives to velopment Au- PM
Plant Right for Your Site ward off bugs. (i.e dish soap and thority
Equal Employ- 4th Monday of month @ 5:15
Use plants that require the soil water). ment Opportu- PM
and sunlight needs your site If you have a diseased plant or nity
provides. tree... replace it with a healthier Historic District 1st Tuesday of month @ 4:00
Commission PM
Plant some perennials rather disease resistant species.
than all annuals. Perennials Practice Natural Lawn Care Housing Board 1st Thursday of month @ 5:30
of Appeals
come up every year, are low PM
Use healthy mowing
maintenance, and have deeper techniques and don't scalp your Land Reutiliza- 4th Tuesday of month @ 4:00
root systems to help prevent tion Committee PM
lawn.
erosion. Legislative Pol- 4th Wed of Jan, April, July,
Leave the grass clippings in icy Committee
Practice Smart Watering Oct @ 5:30 PM
your yard (these produce instant Leisure Services 3rd Monday of month @5:30
Water deeply, but food for your lawn). Board PM
infrequently. Choose grass seed best suited Planning Com- Thursday following the 2nd
Water in the to your site. mission Tuesday @ 4:00 PM
morning and Public Relations 2nd Tuesday @ 4:00 PM
evening to help Go Native Committee
conserve water Native plants are pest resistant,
aesthetically pleasing, and low Zoning Board of 2nd Tuesday @ 4:00 PM
Appeals
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ECONOMIC IMPROVEMENTS IN MUSKEGON
shoreline drive downtown summertime hotrod
This will be an exciting summer for construction and announcements of new
developments for the former downtown mall site. The City of Muskegon has awarded bids Muskegon is the place to be!
for construction of the side-streets (First, Second, Market and Jefferson) and construction is
underway. Western Avenue Properties, LLC has purchased the former Daniels, Century
Club and First Savings Bank buildings.
Hegg's Gallery of Fine Furniture recently opened in the former Century Club building.
In addition, the Muskegon Chamber of Commerce building, Sidock Properties LLC (an
architecture and engineering firm), and Baker College School of Culinary Arts are all
expected to complete their property transactions and begin construction soon.
Announcements for the development of two new residential developments, Heritage
Square, fronting Clay Avenue, and Lakeview Town Homes
at the Northeast portion of the development, were recently
made.
The County of Muskegon is moving forward to secure
funding for the development of a new parking facility on
Third and Morris Streets, which will also house the terminal
for the Muskegon Area Transit System. This will supply
much needed parking for the new developments taking place.
It is fun to see the new developments on Edison Landing.
The first Vida Nova condominiums have been completed and
open houses are taking place on most weekends. This
development is a 40-unit, environmentally conscious residential development, which is
planned to include a new marina. The Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center
continues to announce new innovations it is working on, such as the methane gas project
with area farms. They also offer a bio-diesel course, and have meeting space available.
The HotRod Harley dealership at Shoreline Drive and Terrace Street, hopes to complete
construction by mid-summer. This will be a great new addition to downtown Muskegon.
HotRod Harley is instrumental in the development of the "First Annual Bike Time". The
event includes a 10-block long "motorcycle alley", as well as food and entertainment.
Adjacent to HotRod Harley is the new Central Fire Station. Construction will be completed
in August.
The Watermark Loft Condominiums (former Shaw Walker building) has units available.
Phase II of the development is complete. They are expected to open a Banquet and
Conference Center in the new commercial space.
The Main Street program, an organization that coordinates business development and
promotion of downtown, sponsored "Taste of Muskegon" and the "Fifth Annual Main Street
Car Show". The event included food from area restaurants, a beer tent, live entertainment
and a children's area. We also welcome several new businesses downtown and encourage
everyone to stop by and say "hello" (and do some shopping while you are at it!)
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What's Hot !!
Grilling Season- With temperatures on the rise, culinary enthusiasts and basic backyard
cooks emerge with spatulas in hand ready to greet outdoor grilling season. The National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that safety be considered when grilling to avoid fires,
injuries and property damages.
NFPA suggests safety tips for outdoor grilling
Gas and charcoal BBQ grills must only be used outdoors. If used indoors, or in any enclosed
spaces, such as tents, they post both a fire hazard and the risk of exposing occupants to toxic
gasses and potential asphyxiation.
Position the grill well away from siding, deck railings and out from under eaves and overhanging
branches.
Place the grill a safe distance from lawn games, play areas and foot traffic.
Keep children and pets away from the grill area: declare a three-foot "kid-free zone" around the
grill.
Put out several long-handled grilling tools to give the chef plenty of clearance from heat and
flames when flipping burgers.
Periodically remove grease or fat buildup in trays below grill so it cannot be ignited by a hot grill.
Charcoal Grills
Purchase the proper starter fluid and store the can out of reach of children, and away from heat
sources.
Never add charcoal starter fluid when coals or kindling have already been ignited, and never use
any flammable or combustible liquid other than charcoal starter fluid to get the fire going.
Gas Grills
Check the gas cylinder hose for leaks before using it for the first time each year. A light soap and
water solution applied to the hose will quickly reveal escaping propane by releasing bubbles. If
you determine your grill has a gas leak, by smell or the soapy bubble test, and there is not flame:
Turn off the gas tank and grill.
If the leak stops, get the grill serviced by a professional before using it again.
If the leak does not stop, call the fire department.
If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get away from the grill and call the fire department.
Do not attempt to move the grill.
Use only equipment bearing the mark of an independent testing laboratory. Follow the
manufacturers' instructions on how to set up the grill and maintain it.
Never store propane gas cylinders in buildings or garages. If you store a gas grill inside during
the winter, disconnect the cylinder and leave it outside.
Courtesy of National Fire Protection Association
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Cont'd from Page 4
The Lakeside Business Plan was On the industrial side, several Muskegon
completed by Sidock Group Inc. businesses are expanding or expected to
The plans were endorsed by the City expand in the future. Although the busi-
Planning Commission and City ness climate has been difficult the last sev-
Commission. Lakeside Business eral years, our industries have been hold-
Association held a successful event, ing their own, diversifying and exploring
Lakeside Walk and Spring Fling, in creative means to remain stable and grow.
May. This, as well as future events,
will assist in raising funds for improvements to
the business district. The City will also be ex- This summer promises to be fun for all with
ploring grant options. Parties-in-the-Park on Fridays, and many festi-
vals, events and lots of construction! Enjoy!
Discount Amusement Park Tickets
Stop by the Leisure Services Office before City Telephone Numbers
heading out to the amusement park and get
a discount on your ticket! Affirmative Action................. 724-6703
Michigan Adventure: $22.50 Assessor.............................. 724-6708
(Gate price: $24.00) Cemetery............................. 724-6783
Six Flags Great America: $35.00 Civil Service......................... 724-6716
(Gate price: $56.64) City Clerk............................ 724-6705
Cedar Point: $34.25 City Manager........................ 724-6724
Community &
You're Invited! Neighborhood Services............ 724-6717
McGraft Park Concerts Engineering.......................... 724-6707
When : Tuesday Nights Finance............................... 724-6713
Time: 7:00 p.m. Fire.................................... 724-6792
Income Tax.......................... 724-6770
Join us for a night of fun, friends, and free music.
Come enjoy the "Big Band" sounds, with some cool Inspections........................... 724-6715
jazz. Concerts take place at the McGraft Park Band
Shell. If there is rain the concert will take place in the Leisure Services.................... 724-6704
McGraft Park Building. Don't miss out on the fun! Mayor & City Commission........ 724-6701
July 31 West MI Banjo Band Planning &
Economic Development........... 724-6702
August 7-Dr. John Hair & New Connections Jazz Police................................. 724-6750
August 14 - Dave Collie Quintet
August 21 Don Waarner Public Works........................ 724-4100
August 28 Jack Videtich Orchestra Treasurer............................. 724-6720
September 4-Old Timers Polka Band Water/Sewer Billing................ 724-6718