City Commission Packet 03-22-2005

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       CITY OF MUSKEGON
         CITY COMMISSION MEETING
                         MARCH 22, 2005
      CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS                            @   5:30 P.M.
                                  AGENDA

o CALL TO ORDER:
o PRAYER:
o PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
o ROLL CALL:
o HONORS AND AWARDS:
     A. Sarah Johnson
     B. Larry DeCou
o INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATION:
o CONSENT AGENDA:
     A. Approval of Minutes. CITY CLERK
     B. Request to Fly the Norwegian Flag. CITY CLERK
     C. FIRST READING: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Article II (Definitions) of
        the Zoning Ordinance. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
     D. FIRST READING: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Article II (Definitions) of
        the Zoning Ordinance. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
     E. FIRST READING: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to the Sign Ordinance for
        Campus Signage. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
     F. FIRST READING: Rezoning Request for Properties Located at 704, 714, 724,
        and 734 E. Apple Avenue. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
     G. The Abonmarche Group Agreement. LEISURE SERVICES
     H. Street Lights on Shoreline Drive between Spring and Eastern. ENGINEERING
o PUBLIC HEARINGS:
     A. Create a Special Assessment District for Ireland Avenue, Franklin to Davis.
        ENGINEERING
     B. Create a Special Assessment District for Franklin Street. Laketon to Ireland.
        ENGINEERING
         C. Community Development Block Grant/HOME Final Allocation Decision.
            COMMUNITY & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
         D. 2005 - 2010 Consolidated Plan and Accept the Consolidated Plan and Direst
            Staff to Continue the Public Comment Period.            COMMUNITY &
            NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
o COMMUNICATIONS:
o CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
o UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
o NEW BUSINESS:
         A. Environmental Program Mowing and Trash Clean-up Contract. PLANNING &
            ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
         B. Contract Extension Agreement - One-Year Street Sweeping Contract for
            2005. PUBLIC WORKS
         C. Bathroom Facilities Agreement with Fisherman's Landing, Inc.                                 CITY
            MANAGER
         D. Consideration of Bids for Clay Avenue, Terrace to Spring. ENGINEERING
         E. 2005 Fire Act Grant. PUBLIC SAFETY
         F. Concurrence with the Housing Board of Appeals Notice and Order to
            Demolish the Following. PUBLIC SAFETY
                  1. 1907 Hoyt
                  2. 291 Washington (Area lOb)
                  3. 1142 Washington (Area 12)
                  4. 1694 Pine
                  5. 1756 Ray - Garage
o ANY OTHER BUSINESS:
o PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
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o CLOSED SESSION:
o ADJOURNMENT:
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                   CITY OF MUSKEGON
                   STATE OF MICHIGAN

                         PROCLAMATION


WHEREAS, the City of Muskegon pauses to honor and recognize Larry
         Decou selflessly risking his life to rescue three duck hunters on
         the Muskegon River Saturday the 20th day of November, 2004;
         and

WHEREAS, a catastrophe was avoided because of a quick response to
         danger and life saving action demonstrated by Larry Decou;
         and

WHEREAS, this courageous action in averting what could have been a
         tragic loss to family, friends, and community deserves special
         recognition by the governing body ofthis city; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Steve Warmington, Mayor of
         the City of Muskegon, and speaking on behalf of the City
         Commission and citizens of Muskegon, do hereby set aside
         March 22, 2005, to honor Larry Decou for his heroism.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we hereunto set our hands and cause the seal of
          the City to be affixed this 22"d day of March 2005.



Stephen J. Warmington, Mayor           Bill Larson, Vice Mayor


Chris Carter, Commissioner             Stephen J. Gawron, Commissioner



Clara Shepherd, Commissioner          Kevin Davis, Commissioner


Lawrence 0. Spataro, Commissioner
Date:     March 22, 2005
To:       Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:     Gail A. Kundinger, City Clerk
RE:       Approval of Minutes




SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To approve the minutes of the Community
Relations Committee and the Commission Worksession that was held
on Monday, March 7, 2005; and the Regular Commission Meeting that
was held on Tuesday, March 8, 2005.



FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.



BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.



STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the minutes.
       CITY OF MUSKEGON
         CITY COMMISSION MEETING
                        MARCH 22, 2005
      CITY COMMISSION CHAMBERS@ 5:30P.M.
                                  MINUTES
   The Regular Commission Meeting of the City of Muskegon was held at City Hall,
933 Terrace Street, Muskegon, Michigan at 5:30p.m., Tuesday, March 22, 2005.
   Mayor Warmington opened the meeting with a prayer from Pastor Sarah Johnson
of the Word of Truth Outreach after which the Commission and public recited the
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL FOR THE REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING:
   Present: Mayor Stephen Warmington, Vice Mayor Bill Larson, Commissioner
Lawrence Spataro, Chris Carter, Kevin Davis, and Stephen Gawron, City Manager
Bryon Mazade, City Attorney John Schrier, and Deputy City Clerk Linda Potter.
   Absent: Commissioner Clara Shepherd (excused)
2005-28 HONORS AND AWARDS:
     A. Larry DeCou.    Proclamation was presented to Larry DeCou by Mayor
Warmington.
2005-29 CONSENT AGENDA:
     A. Approval of Minutes. CITY CLERK
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To approve the minutes of the Community Relations
Committee and the Commission Worksession that was held on Monday, March 7,
2005; and the Regular Commission Meeting that was held on Tuesday, March 8, 2005.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of the minutes.
     B. Request to Fly the Norwegian Flag. CITY CLERK
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The Sons of Norway request permission to fly the Norwegian
Flag outside City Hall on Tuesday, May 17th to celebrate Norwegian Independence
Day.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
      C. FIRST READING: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Article II (Definitions) of
         the Zoning Ordinance. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Request to amend Article II (Definitions) to clarify the
definition for "Setback, Front".
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends amendment of the Zoning Ordinance
to clarify the definition for "Setback, Front".
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommended approval
of the amendment at their 3/10/05 meeting. The vote was unanimous in favor of the
amendment. with B. Turnquist and S. Warmington absent.
      D. FIRST READING: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Article II (Definitions) of
         the Zoning Ordinance. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Request to amend Article II (Definitions) to add a definition
for "Informational Sign".
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends amendment of the Zoning Ordinance
to add a definition for "Informational Sign".
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommended approval
of the amendment at their 3/10/05 meeting. The vote was unanimous in favor of the
amendment. with B. Turnquist and S. Warmington absent.
      E. FIRST READING: Zoning Ordinance Amendment to the Sign Ordinance for
         Campus Signage. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Request to amend Section 2334(10.) of Article XXIII (General
Provisions) to amend the sign ordinance language regarding campus signage.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends amendment of the Zoning Ordinance
to amend the sign ordinance language regarding campus signage.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommended approval
of the amendment at their 3/10/05 meeting. The vote was unanimous in favor of the
amendment, with B. Turnquist and S. Warmington absent.
     F. FIRST READING: Rezoning Request for Properties Located at 704, 714. 724,
        and 734 E. Apple Avenue. PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Request to rezone properties located at 704, 714, 724, and
734 E. Apple Avenue, from R-1. Single Family Residential to B-2, Convenience &
Comparison Business.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the request.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Planning Commission recommended approval
of the request at their 3/10/05 meeting. The vote was unanimous in favor of the
amendment, with B. Turnquist and S. Warmington absent.
      G. The Abonmarche Group Agreement. LEISURE SERVICES
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To approve a professional service agreement with The
Abonmarche Group to provide engineering services for the Phase Ill marina
improvement project at Hartshorn Marina.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve.
      H. Street Lights on Shoreline Drive between Spring and Eastern. ENGINEERING
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Authorize staff to enter into an agreement with Consumer
Energy to install a total of nineteen ( 19) street lights along the newly constructed
section of Shoreline Drive between Ryerson Creek and Webster Avenue to the north
east. Some of the proposed lights will be installed along the realigned Ottawa Street
between Western & Shoreline Drive. This request does not encompass the remainder
of the Shoreline Drive route between Ryerson Creek & First due to on-going
negotiations regarding the soil conditions in that area. The proposed street lights will
be similar in appearance to those installed on Harvey Street by the crossing mall in
Fruitport Township.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: $29,200.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None at this time since the cost is expected to be an
eligible expense to the state's grant.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Authorize staff to sign the contract with Consumer Energy
to install the street lights as described.
Motion by Commissioner Carter, second by Commissioner Spataro to approve the
Consent Agenda as presented.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Warmington, Carter, Davis, Gawron, Larson, and Spataro
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
2005-30 PUBLIC HEARINGS:
      A. Create a Special Assessment District for Ireland Avenue, Franklin to Davis.
         ENGINEERING
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To hold a public hearing on the proposed special assessment
for Ireland, Davis to Franklin, and to create the special assessment district and
appoint two City Commissioners to the Board of Assessors if it is determined to
proceed with the project.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None at this time.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None at this time.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To create the special assessment district and assign two
City Commissioners to the Board of Assessors by adopting the resolution.
The Public Hearing opened at 5:38 p.m. to hear and consider any comments from
the public. Comments in opposition were heard from Richard Smith, 1151 Ireland.
Motion by Commissioner Gawron, second by Commissioner Carter to close the Public
Hearing at 5:47 p.m.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Carter, Davis, Gawron, Larson, Spataro, and Warmington
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
Motion by Commissioner Spataro, second by Commissioner Carter to table the
special assessment of Ireland, Davis to Franklin to the April 12th meeting.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Davis, Gawron, Larson, Spataro, Warmington, and Carter
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
      B. Create a Special Assessment District for Franklin Street. Laketon to Ireland.
         ENGINEERING
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To hold a public hearing on the proposed special assessment
for Franklin, Laketon to Ireland, and to create the special assessment district and
appoint two City Commissioners to the Board of Assessors if it is determined to
proceed with the project.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None at this time.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None at this time.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To create the special assessment district and assign two
City Commissioners to the Board of Assessors by adopting the resolution.
The Public Hearing opened at 5:48 p.m. to hear and consider any comments from
the public. Comments in opposition were heard from: John Hulka, 1028 W. Larch;
Robert O'Conner representing 1721 Franklin, 1735 Franklin, and 1045 W. Larch; and
Mark Bouwkamp, 1027 W. Dale.
Motion by Commissioner Spataro, second by Commissioner Carter to close the Public
Hearing at 6:06 p.m.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Gawron, Larson, Spataro, Warmington, Carter, and Davis
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
Motion by Commissioner Spataro, second by Commissioner Gawron to table the
special assessment of Franklin, Laketon to Ireland to the April 12th meeting.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Gawron, Larson, Spataro, Warmington, Carter, and Davis
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
      C. Community Development Block Grant/HOME Final Allocation Decision.
         COMMUNITY & NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: For the City Commission to conduct a Public Hearing in
reference to 2005-2006 CDBG/HOME allocations. After the Public Hearing is over, it is
hoped that the Commission will make their final allocation decision concerning the
2005-2006 CDBG/HOME allocations for this coming fiscal year. The Commission has
received the recommendation from the Citizen's District Council and the City
Administration. The Commission made their preliminary recommendations during the
March 8, 2005, City Commission Meeting. After receiving the Commissions final
allocation decision, the CNS Office will amend the City's 2005-2006 Action Plan if
needed and continue the comment period until April 17. 2005. At that time, the City
will request the U.S. Housing and Urban Development Department for the release of
the funds for the 2005-2006 fiscal year to begin June 1, 2005.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The decision will determine the CDBG/HOME budget for 2005-
2006.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: The decision will establish the budget.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:          The Commission has already received the staff
recommendation.
The Public Hearing opened at 6:08 p.m. to hear and consider any comments from
the public. Mayor Warmington called a break in the Public Hearing from 6:20 p.m. to
6:30p.m. Comments were heard from Lois Springs, 313 W. Webster, representing Red
Cross; Diana Miller, 280 Ottawa, representing Muskegon Habitat for Humanity; Dave
Eling representing Veterans Affairs; Wilma Cullen representing Healthcare Agency;
Joseph Bush, 1506 Lexington representing Neighborhood Invest. Corp., 1115 Third
Street, and Jamie Langlois, 280 Ottawa, representing Habitat for Humanity.
Motion by Commissioner Gawron, second by Vice Mayor Larson to close the Public
Hearing at 7:14p.m.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Spataro, Warmington, Carter, Davis, Gawron, and Larson
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
Motion by Vice Mayor Larson, second by Commissioner Davis to approve the
Community Development Block Grant/HOME allocations as recommended by the
Citizen District Council.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Spataro, Warmington, Carter, Davis, Gawron, and Larson
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
      D. 2005 - 2010 Consolidated Plan and Accept the Consolidated Plan and
         Direct Staff to Continue the Public Comment Period. COMMUNITY &
         NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: For the City Commission to conduct a Public Hearing in
reference to 2005-2010 Consolidated Plan in order to receive comments from the
public concerning the City's five-year plan produced by the CNS Office. After the
Commission has received comments from the public, the CNS Office asked that the
Commission approve the Consolidated Plan and direct the CNS Office to continue
the public comment period which began March 17, 2005, and ends April 17, 2005.
After receiving the Commissions approval on or about April 17, 2005, the CNS Office
will deliver the Consolidated Plan with all other required documentation to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development for their approval.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The City is required to produce a Consolidated Plan to continue
receiving CDBG and Home funding.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the Consolidated Plan.
The Public Hearing opened at 7:17 p.m. to hear and consider any comments from
the public. Comments were heard from Jason Bolton, 1182 W. Dale.
Motion by Commissioner Spataro, second by Commissioner Carter to close the Public
Hearing at 7:23 p.m., accept the Consolidated Plan and direct staff to continue the
public comment period.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Warmington, Carter, Davis, Gawron, Larson, and Spataro
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
2005-31 NEW BUSINESS:
      A. Environmental Program Mowing and Trash Clean-up Contract. PLANNING &
         ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The contract for mowing of lots and trash clean up of public
and private properties previously held by Freelance Enterprises Inc. will expire on
March 28, 2005. A request for bids was advertised and two companies placed bids.
Freelance Enterprises is the low bidder for a two-year agreement.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: the bids came in lower than the amounts paid under the
previous contract, this may lower the cities costs.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the contract and to authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to sign a two-year agreement with Freelance Enterprises, for the mowing of
lots and trash removal on properties located within the City.
Motion by Commissioner Carter, second by Commissioner Gawron to approve the
environmental program mowing and trash clean-up contract with Freelance
Enterprises.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Carter, Davis, Gawron, Larson, Spataro, and Warmington
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
      B. Contract Extension Agreement - One-Year Street Sweeping Contract for
         2005. PUBLIC WORKS
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To enter into a one-year contractual agreement with TRI-US
SERVICES, INC., to provide street sweeping services for 2005.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: $137,866.40 cost for one-year contract. Funds to cover all
expenses are budgeted. Trunkline expenses are reimbursed by State funding.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:        None, monies appropriated in Highway and State
trunkline budgets.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve request to contract out service for one-year
extension as specified in previous contract.
Motion by Commissioner Carter, second by Commissioner Gawron to grant the
contract extension for one year.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Davis, Gawron, Larson, Spataro, Warmington, and Carter
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
      C. Bathroom Facilities Agreement with Fisherman's        Landing, Inc.    CITY
         MANAGER
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: To approve a development and reimbursement agreement
between the City and Fisherman's Landing, Inc. The agreement will enable the
construction of a new bathroom facility at Fisherman's Landing and provides for a
reimbursement of the costs for the same by Fisherman's Landing, Inc.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: $146,926.24.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: The 2005 budget will need to be readjusted to account
for this new expenditure.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To approve the agreement.
Motion by Commissioner Gawron, second by Commissioner Spataro to approve the
agreement between the City and Fisherman's Landing, Inc.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Gawron, Larson, Spataro, Warmington, Carter, and Davis
           Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
       D. Consideration of Bids for Clay Avenue, Terrace to Spring. ENGINEERING
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: Award the paving, using asphalt, and underground utility
construction contract (H-1592, W-666 & S-601) for Clay Avenue between Terrace and
Spring to Wadel Stabilization out of Hart, MI. Wadel was the lowest, responsible
bidder with a bid price of $364,887.60.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The construction cost $364,887.60 plus engineering cost which is
estimated at an additional 15%.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Award the contract to Wadel Stabilization.
Motion by Vice Mayor Larson, second by Commissioner Spataro to award the
contract for Clay Avenue, between Terrace and Spring to Wadel Stabilization.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Larson, Spataro, Warmington, Carter, Davis, and Gawron
             Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
      E. 2005 Fire Act Grant. PUBLIC SAFETY
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The Director of Public Safety requests the Commission's
authorization to apply for a 2005 Fire Act Grant (Federal). The amount that will be
requested is $55,000. The funds will be used to purchase turnout gear, helmets and
boots. We would also purchase cold water rescue suits. We have previously applied
for, and been awarded, three grants under this program. The City is responsible for a
10% match ($5,500).
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The funds for the match would come from the Fire Department
equipment fund.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval of this request.
Motion by Commissioner Spataro, second by Commissioner Gawron to approve the
application for the 2005 Fire Act Grant.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Spataro, Warmington, Carter, Davis, Gawron, and Larson
             Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
      F. Concurrence with the Housing Board of Appeals Notice and Order to
         Demolish the Following. PUBLIC SAFETY
SUMMARY OF REQUEST: This is to request that the City Commission concur with the
findings of the Housing Board of Appeals that the structures listed above are unsafe,
substandard, a public nuisance and that they be demolished within thirty (30) days.
It is further requested that administration be directed to obtain bids for the demolition
of the structures and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to
execute a contract for demolition with the lowest responsible bidder.
             1. 1907 Hoyt
LOCATION AND OWNERSHIP: This structure is located on Hoyt between Holbrook and
Keating and is owned by Scott Smith.
STAFF CORRESPONDENCE: This case began 6/13/03 because of the house being
vacant. open and large amount of trash and debris left. A police report dated
5/20/03 was issued answering complaint from neighbor because home was left open
and in a state of disrepair inside. A dangerous building inspection was conducted on
6/13/03 and an interior inspection conducted 7/9/03 the notice and order to repair
was issued on 8/22/03. On 10/2/03 the HBA tabled the case to allow owner time to
obtain permits and complete required repairs. The HBA declared the structure
substandard and dangerous on 12/2/04.
OWNER CONTACT: The owner was present for the HBA meeting in October of 2003
stating he planned on doing repairs but had just buried his son. There have been no
permits pulled or owner contact since that time. Brian Sokol representing Huntington
Bank requested copies ot inspection reports in December of 2004.
FINAN\    " ,JV\1-' Ai.....;: 0<:">r1eral Funds
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None
STATE EQUALIZED VALUE: $33,800
ESTIMATED COST TO REPAIR: $30,000
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To concur with the Housing Board of Appeals decision to
demolish.
             2. 1142 Washington (Area 12)
LOCATION AND OWNERSHIP: This structure is located on Washington between
Barclay Street and Davis Street and is owned by Bank One Assoc., 9350 Waxie Way,
San Diego, CA 92123.
STAFF CORRESPONDENCE: A dangerous building inspection was conducted on
5/12/04 and the notice and order to repair was issued on 5/12/04. On 8/5/04 the HBA
declared the structure substandard and dangerous.
OWNER CONTACT: No one was present to represent this case for the HBA meeting.
The only contact from the owner was after the first notice was issued. She called to
state she is being foreclosed on. She has moved out and left no forwarding address
with the Inspection Department.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: General Funds.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STATE EQUALIZED VALUE: $30,900.
ESTIMATED COST TO REPAIR: $25,000 Exterior Only.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To concur with the Housing Board of Appeals decision to
demolish.
            3. 1694 Pine
LOCATION AND OWNERSHIP: This structure is located on Pine between Dale and
Larch and is owned by Joel Ramos.
STAFF CORRESPONDENCE: This case began as a rental complaint because of a
collapsed ceiling. A dangerous building inspection was conducted 6/30/04. Notice
and Order was sent 7/23/04. The case came before the HBA 9/2/04 and was
declared dangerous, substandard and a public nuisance.
OWNER CONTACT: The owner wrote a letter to the Inspection Department dated
9/1 /04 stating that he had just purchased the home and due to financial strain was
not able to repair it. He asked for six months to make necessary improvements. An
electrical permit was pulled in 2/3/03 but no inspection was scheduled. No other
permits have been pulled or inspections scheduled and no further contact with
owner since that time.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: CDBG Funds
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STATE EQUALIZED VALUE: $16.500.
ESTIMATED COSTTO REPAIR: $30,000
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To concur with the Housing Board of Appeals decision to
demolish.
            4. 1756 Ray- Garage
LOCATION AND OWNERSHIP: this structure is located on Ray between E. Laketon
Avenue and E. Larch Avenue and is owned by Samuel/Debra McClure.
STAFF CORRESPONDENCE: A dangerous building inspection was conducted on
7/22/04 and the notice and order to repair was issued on 7/23/04. On 9/2/04 the HBA
declared the structure substandard and dangerous.
OWNER CONTACT: There has been no owner contact, no permits issued and no
inspections scheduled.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: CDBG Funds
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STATE EQUALIZED VALUE: $15,900 (Entire Building).
ESTIMATED COST TO REPAIR: $2,500 (Exterior Only- Garage)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To concur with the Housing Board of Appeals decision to
demolish.
Motion by Commissioner Spataro, second by Commissioner Gawron to concur with
the Housing Board of Appeals decision to demolish 1907 Hoyt, 1142 Washington, 1694
Pine, and 1756 Ray- garage.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Spataro, Warmington, Carter, Davis, Gawron, and Larson
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
            5. 291 Washington (Area 1Ob)
LOCATION AND OWNERSHIP: This structure is located on Washington between Sixth
Street and Seventh Street and is owned by Bank One Assoc., 9350 Waxie Way, San
Diego, CA 92123.
STAFF CORRESPONDENCE: a dangerous building inspection was conducted on
5/6/04 and an interior inspection on 8/2/04 the notice and order to repair was issued
on 5/7/04. On 8/5/04 the HBA declared the structure substandard and dangerous.
OWNER CONTACT: Mr. Holden was present to represent this case. He stated he lives
at 291 Washington and can start repairs in 30 days. He was given a copy of the
interior inspection that was conducted earlier in the week at the HBA meeting. There
have been no permits issued or inspections scheduled and no owner contact since
that time.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: CDBG.
BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None.
STATE EQUALIZED VALUE: $13,300.
ESTIMATED COST TO REPAIR: $30,000.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION: To concur with the Housing Board of Appeals decision to
demolish.
Motion by Commissioner Spataro, second by Commissioner Gawron to refer 291
Washington back to staff.
ROLL VOTE: Ayes: Warmington, Carter, Davis, Gawron, Larson, and Spataro
            Nays: None
MOTION PASSES
ADJOURNMENT: The City Commission Meeting adjourned at 7:38p.m.


                                           Respectfully submitted,




                                           Gail A. Kundinger, MMC
                                           City Clerk
Date:     March 22, 2005
To:       Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:     Gail Kundinger, City Clerk
RE:       Request to Fly the Norwegian Flag




SUMMARY OF REQUEST: The Sons of Norway request permission to
fly the Norwegian Flag outside City Hall on Tuesday, May 1ih to
celebrate Norwegian Independence Day.


FINANCIAL IMPACT: None


BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: None


STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approval
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                              Sognefjord Lodge No. 52 3




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March 14, 2005


City ofMuskegon
Clerk's Office

On behalf of Sognefjord Lodge 523, Sons of Norway, I would like to request permission
for our lodge to fly the flag ofNorway on Tuesday, May 17, 2005. May 17th is
Norwegian Independence Day. If it is possible we would like to display the flag as in the
past, in the :fi:ont of City Hall, facing Terrace Street.

Our lodge officers are as follows:

       President: Gordon Gutowski, 5 130 Davis Rd., Muskegon, MI 49441

       Vice President: Larry Bringedahl, 2358 Spruce St., Muskegon, MI 49444

       Secretary: Louise Engle, 4235 Dora! Dr., Muskegon, MI 49442

       Financial Secretary: J01·dis Hutchins, 3734 Patricia Dr., Muskegon, MI 49445

Our lodge is located at 420 Harvey Street, Muskegon, MI 49442. We are a Fraternal
Benefit Organization and have our 501(C)3 designation as a non-profit organization. I,
Gordon Gutowski, will be responsible for the flag 's condition and presentation.

Thank you for your consideration in this matter.

Sincerely,



Gordon M. Gutowski
President, Sognefjord Lodge 523
Affirmatln Action
(2" ~ )724-6703
FAX: (231)722wl214

Assessor/Equalization
(231)724-6708
FAX: (231)726-5181

Cemetery Department
(231)724-6783
FAX: (231)726--5617

City Manager
(231)724-6724                                    West Michigan's Shoreline Clty
FAX: (231)722-1214

Civil Service
(231)724-6716
FAX: (231)724-4405      March 23,2005
Clerk
(231)724-6705
FAX: (231)724-4178

Community and
  Neigh. Services
                        Mr. Gordon M. Gutowski
(231)724-6717           President, Sognefjord Lodge 523
FAX: (231)726--2501
                        420 Harvey Street
Computer Info.          Muskegon, MI 49442
  Systems
(231)724w6744
FAX: (231)722w4301      Dear Mr. Gutowski:
Engineering Dept.
(23 I )724-6707
FAX: (231)727--6904
                        Your request to fly the flag of Norway on Tuesday, May 17, 2005, in front of City
                        Hall has been approved by the. City Commission. If you have any questions,
Finance Dept.
(231)724-6713           please call me at 724-6915.
FAX: (231)724-6768

Fire Deparhnent         Thank you,

                        ~~
(231)724-6792
FAX: (231)724--6985

Income Tax
{23 I )724-6770
FAX: (231)724--6768     Linda Potter
Inspection Services     Deputy Clerk
(231 )724-6715
FAX: (231)728-4371

Leisure Services
(231}724-6704
FAX: (231)724-J 196

Mayor's Office
{231)724-6701
FAX: (231)722-1214

Planning/Zoning
(231)724-6702
FAX: {231)724..(i790

Pollee Deptartment
(231)724-6750
FAX: (231)722-5140

Public Works Dept.
{231)724-4100
FAX: (231)722w4188

Treasurer's Office
{231)724w6720
FAX: (231)724-6768

Water Billing Dept,
(231)724-6718
FAX: (231)724..(i768

Water Filtration
(231)7244106
FAX: {231)755-5290
                         City ofMuskegon, 933 Terrace Street, P.O. Box 536, Muskegon, MI 49443-0536
                                                   www.shorelinecity.com
                     Commission Meeting Date: March 252 2005




Date:           March 14, 2005
To:             Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:           Planning & Economic Development C1J.._
RE:             Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Article II (Definitions) of the
                Zoning Ordinance




SUMMARY OF REQUEST:

Request to amend Article II (Definitions) to clarif'y the definition for "Setback, Front".


FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None

BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:

None

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff reconnnends amendment of the Zoning Ordinance to clarif'y the definition for "Setback,
Front".

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

The Planning Connnission reconnnended approval of the amendment at their 3/1 0 meeting. The
vote was unanimous in favor ofthe amendment, with B. Turnquist and S. Warmington absent.




3/14/2005
                    Commission Meeting Date: March 252 2005




Date:           March 14, 2005
To:             Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:           Planning & Economic Development                  cJbC_.
RE:             Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Article II (Definitions) of the
                Zoning Ordinance




SUMMARY OF REQUEST:

Request to amend Article II (Definitions) to add a definition for "Informational Sign".


FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None

BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:

None

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends amendment of the Zoning Ordinance to add a definition for "Infonnatioinal
Sign".

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the amendment at their 3/10 meeting. The
vote was unanimous in favor ofthe amendment, with B. Turnquist and S. Warmington absent.




3/14/2005
                      Commission Meeting Date: March 22, 2005




Date:          March 14, 2005
To:            Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:          Planning & Economic Development                t13c
RE:            Zoning Ordinance Amendment to the Sign Ordinance for Campus
               Signage




SUMMARY OF REQUEST:

Request to amend Section 2334 (I 0.) of Article XXIII (General Provisions) to amend the sign
ordinance language regarding campus signage.


FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None

BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:

None

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends amendment of the Zoning Ordinance to amend the sign ordinance language
regarding campus signage.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the amendment at their 3/10 meeting. The vote
was unanimous in favor of the amendment, with B. Turnquist and S. Warmington absent.
                      Commission Meeting Date: March 22, 2005




Date:             March 14, 2005
To:               Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:             Planning & Economic Development c..6 C.,
RE:               Rezoning request for properties located at 704, 714, 724,
                  and 734 E. Apple Avenue


SUMMARY OF REQUEST:

Request to rezone properties located at 704, 714, 724, and 734 E. Apple Avenue, from R-1,
Single Family Residential to B-2, Convenience & Comparison Business.

FINANCIAL IMPACT:

None

BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:

None

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends approval of the request.

COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the request at their 3/10 meeting. The
vote was unanimous in favor of the amendment, with B. Turnquist and S. Warmington absent.




        0:\Planning\COMMON\Zoning\City Commission ltems\rezone\Approve\2005 Approvals\704 E. Apple.doc   1
Date:     March 22, 2005
To:       Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:     Melissa Haug    1{). 4.)~-
RE:       The Abonmarche Group agreement


SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
To approve a professional service agreement with The
Abonmarche Group to provide engineering services for the
Phase III marina improvement project at Hartshorn
Marina.


FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Approximately $104,253.     A 50% match will be provided by
the MDNR.


BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:
The City is in the process of borrowing funds.


STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve


COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
 A: irmative Action
 1231)724-6703
 FAX: (231)722-1214




 8~'J\W4!6~3:\'"rtment
 FAX: (231)726-5617


 C ity Manager
 1231)724-6724                                          West Michigan's Shoreline City
 FAX: (231)722-1214


 Civil Service
 1231)724-67 16
 FAX: (231)724-4405      Date:           March 22, 2005
                         To :            Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
 C lerk
 (231)724-6705
 FAX: (231)724-41 78     From:           Melissa Haug    ~. ~.
Community and            Re:             The   Abonmarche Group··;gree~nt
12~f:r,h.~W1ces
FAX: (23 1)726-2501


Computer Info.           I  am requesting your approval of the professional
(l~m~~·-·6 744           service agreement with The Abonmarch Group to provide
FAX: (231)722-4301
                         engineering   services  for    the   Phase III Marina
~'3i\~~":lt~~eJlt.
                         Improvement project at Hartshorn Marina.
FAX: (23 1)727-6904
                         The cost of the services is approximately $104,253.00
                         with a 50 % match being provided by the MDNR. The actual
                         cost of the agreement will depend on actual construction
                         costs.
nnNif-';;192
FAX: (231)724-6985       Thank you for your consideration .

Income Tax
1231)724-6770
FAX: (231)724-6768




Leisure Services
1231)724-6704
FAX: (231)724- 1196




P lannim!IZoning
(23ll72

 Muskegon Customer Service Center
 2021 Hoyt Street, Muskegon Heights, Ml 49444 • (231) 722-2631 • Facsimile (231) 722-3138


 March 11, 2005

 City of Muskegon
 Mr Mohammed AI-Shatel
 933 Terrace St
 Muskegon, Ml 49443-0536

 Request Nbr: 02419967
 Rate Schedule: L3 - Municipality Lighting

 STREETLIGHTING AUTHORIZATION:

 Location(s
 Shoreline Dr

 Enclosed for approval and completion are two copies of the Resolution and Authorization for Change
 covering the replacement and/or installation of streetlights. In conjunction with this work, a non-
 refundable payment of $29,200.00 is required.

 Quantity       Description                                            Unit Cost             Unit Total
    19          Installation Charge per Streetlight                  $100.00 Each            $1,900.00
  3620          Trench Footage                                         $3.50 Per Foot       $12,670.00
    19          Fiberglass Bracket Pole 35 foot                      $770.00 Each           $14,630.00
      8         Cobra Head -High Pressure Sodium 400 Watt              $0.00 Each                 $0.00
     11         Cobra Head -High Pressure Sodium 250 Watt              $0.00 Each                $0.00

                                                                    Total Contribution:     $29,200.00

 Please sign and return one completed copy of the Resolution and Authorization for Change along with the
 required payment to my attention using the enclosed envelope.

 If you have any questions, please contact me at (231) 727-6540.




 Nicholas Page
 Customer Energy Specialist
 (231) 727-6540
 Muskegon
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                                                          ELECTRIC LINE
                                                  CONSUMERS' FACILITIES AGREEMENT
                                                              PART I


Date of Agreement: __3;:::/.:..11.:.:./=20:..:0:;::5__ Work Order Number:                05802634                 (Drawing Attached, Exhibit A)

Company:                                                                         Customer:

CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY
a Michigan Corporation                                                                                             City of Muskegon
                                                                                                                        (Name)

                            2021 Hoyt St                                                                           933 Terrace St
                                                                                                                (Street and Number)

                 Muskegon Heights, Ml 49444                                                                   Muskegon, Ml 49443
                      (Address)                                                                            (City, State and Zip Code)



Attention:-------------                                                                  Attention: _ ____:M=oh:.::a::m:.::m.:.:.e:..:d::..:A:.::I:...:-S:..:h.::a::;te::.:l_ __


Service Location:           Shoreline Dr
                            ~~~~------------------------




Township _ _ __:C::;it:!.y..:o.:..f.::M:::u;:;sk;::e:.gc::o:..:n_ _ __                       County _ _ _ ___::M::.:u::::sc:ke::;go.:o::;n'------

Town _ _ _ _ _1:::0'------                                   Range _ _ _ _:...:1::.6_ _ __                               Section -----=20:.__ __


Cost Estimates:               $                         16,530.00
                                                                                                                                                      RECEIVED
                                                                                                                                            CITY OF MUSKEGON
Date Prepared:
                                                                                                                                                   MAR 28 2005
                                                                                                                                       ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
NOTE: ADDITIONAL CHARGES MAY BE OWED. SEE PART II, SECTION 2 and 5 FOR DE:l::-;;A;;U.;·.s.-,;-_ _ _ _ _ _ ____J

The Cost Estimate is good for sixty (60) days from the date prepared above. Part II, CONSUMERS' FACILITIES
MODIFICATION AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS is attached hereto and Is a part of this Agreement.
CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGES HAVING READ SAID TERMS AND CONDITIONS. CONSUMERS ENERGY
COMPANY EXPRESSLY REJECTS ANY ADDITIONAL OR DIFFERENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS SET
FORTH IN ANY PURCHASE ORDER ISSUED BY CUSTOMER OR IN ANY OTHER CONTRACT DOCUMENT
ISSUED BY CUSTOMER.

CONSUMERS ENERGY COMPANY                                                                                          City of Muskegon
                                                                                                                      (Customer}

                                                                           By    ~mrc/!u,wJ~/                                                                3 - 2t/JJ"-- fr
                                                                                 '                                        (Signature}


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                                                ELECTRIC LINE
                                       CONSUMERS' FACILITIES AGREEMENT
                                            TERMS AND CONDITIONS
                                                   PART II



1. In consideration of Customer's request and agreement to pay all the costs of relocation/modification of
Consumers' facilities, Consumers agrees to relocate and/or modify its electric facilities. The facilities to be relocated
or modified are shown on the drawing attached as Exhibit A. Pursuant to tariffs filed with the Michigan Public Service
Commission, when relocation or modification of Consumers' facilities is requested or made necessary by a customer,
all costs for the relocation or modification can be charged to the requesting party. All costs associated with the
relocation or modification of Consumers' facilities are not refundable.

For any new facilities being installed to accommodate new load to the Company's system, a nonrefundable
contribution pursuant to tariff files with the Michigan Public Commission is included in the Estimated Cost.

2. Customers shall pay the entire amount of the Cost Estimate identified in Part I upon execution of this Agreement.
After all work is completed and the actual cost for the work is calculated, Consumers will either refund any
overpayment to Customer or invoice Customer for any additional amounts owed. Customer shall pay invoiced
amount within thirty days after receipt thereof.

Any amounts to be paid pursuant to this Agreement include Michigan sales tax but are exclusive of all other federal,
state, county, municipal, or local property, license, excise, sales use, gross receipt or similar tax with respect to the
work covered hereunder and if Consumers is required by applicable law or regulation to pay or collect any such tax
or if any such taxes are assessed against Consumers on account of performance or this Agreement, no matter when
such assessment is made, then such tax or taxes shall be paid by the Customer to Consumers in addition to the
amounts provided for herein.

3. Prior to the work being performed, and as a condition precedent thereto, the Customer shall secure and deliver to
Consumers, at no expense to Consumers, recordable easements, in form and substance satisfactory to Consumers,
granting all necessary rights of way for installation and maintenance of said facilities. If said facilities are to serve a
residential subdivision, said easements shall include, but not by way of limitation, rights of way for streetlighting in
the subdivision by means of underground facilities, notwithstanding that Consumers does not undertake to provide
streetlighting facilities and service as a part of this Agreement. If said easements are not secured and delivered to
Consumers within thirty (30) days after execution of this Agreement, Consumers may, at its option, refund all
payments made to it hereunder by the Customer, without interest, and with reasonable expenses incurred by
Consumers on account of this Agreement deducted there from, and this Agreement shall thereupon terminate.

4. For any underground facilities included in the work to be performed hereunder, the Customer shall provide, at no
expense to Consumers, rough grading (not more than three inches below finished grade) so that the underground
facilities can be properly installed in relation to the finished grade level. The Customer shall maintain the average
found elevation within six feet of any cable, conduit wire, conductor or other underground facility thereafter at a level
not to exceed twelve inches above or three inches below the grade level established at the time of installation of said
underground facilities. Further, the Customer shall maintain the ground surface elevation in an area four feet wide
around any transformer pad, subsurface transformer, junction vault or other support at an elevation of not less than
three inches and not more than six inches below the base of any transformer mounted on a pad or other support and
not more than six inches below the top of any subsurface transformer or junction vault; provided, however, that
changes in the ground surface elevation elevation in excess of the limits herein prescribed may be permitted upon
written consent of Consumers. Consumers will backfill and place excavated earth over any area of construction; the
Customer is responsible for the final restoration of the construction area.




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5. II any underground facilities or any portion thereof are to be installed between December 15 and April 15, the
Customer shall pay Consumers, prior to installation of said underground facilities or portion thereof, an additional
nonrefundable contribution (winter charge) per trench loot as stated in the "Computation of Electric Distribution
System Line Extension Deposit and Contribution" lor the portion of said facilities installed during said period. The
Customer will receive a credit lor any part of said winter charge paid by other utilities lor joint use of the trench or
paid by the Customer lor installation, by Consumers, of gas pipe in the same trench. No portion of said facilities will
be installed between December 15 and Apri115, unless the Customer has paid such additional contribution. Further,
a nonrefundable contribution in addition to that provided lor herein may be required where, in Consumers judgment,
practical difficulties (not considered in determining the Customer's estimate) such as water conditions or rock near
the surface are encountered during construction. II the Customer does not make the additional contribution within
fifteen (15) days alter receiving written notice of the amount t of the additional contribution, Consumers may, at its
option, refund all payments made to it hereunder by the Customer, without interest, and with reasonable expenses
incurred by Consumers on account of this Agreement deducted there from, and this Agreement shall thereupon
terminate.

6. Consumers shall not be in beach of contract as a result of any delay in performing its obligations if such delay is
due to strikes or other labor troubles; inability to obtain labor, materials, components, supplies, lor any reason,
including default of suppliers or subcontractors; acts of God; lire; flood; storm; earthquake or other natural calamities;
war; insurrections; riot; embargoes; curtailment; order; regulations or restriction imposed by governmental
authorities; or any other cause which is beyond the reasonable control of Consumers, whether of a similar or
dissimilar nature and whether or not existing or foreseeable on the scheduled date of commencement of the work.
Consumers shall have no obligation to settle any strike or other labor difficulty in a manner not completely
satisfactory to it. Should any such delay occur, the time lor the performance of Consumers' obligations shall be
extended by a time equal to the length of the delay plus such additional time as is reasonably necessary to enable
Consumers to resume performance of its obligations.

7. Consumers warrants that any work performed under this Agreement shall be performed by properly skilled
personnel in accordance with generally accepted standards lor the work being performed. The sole liability of
Consumers lor defective work under this warranty or otherwise, shall be limited to reperforming any such work on the
same conditions as the original work. The foregoing is the Customer's exclusive remedy and, EXCEPT AS
EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN, THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY,
INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PURPOSE.

In no event shall Consumers be liable lor any loss or damage whatsoever, by reason of its failure to discover, report
or modify latent defect or defects inherent in the subject matter of the work. The aforementioned warranty is subject
to the following conditions:

(a) Consumers shall not be responsible lor repairs, replacements, or corrections made by others with respect to the
work performed by Consumers.

(b) The Customer shall notify Consumers in writing of any breach or warranty with respect to the services performed
by Consumers within ten (10) days alter completion of the work.




                                                                                                                  Page 3 ol4
                                                                                                              From 230 11-2004




8. THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF CONSUMERS, ITS AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, VENDORS AND CONTRACTORS WITH
RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF THIS CONTRACT INCLUDING THE PERFORMANCE OF
OBLIGATIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE WORK HEREUNDER, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT,
WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), STRICT LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL NOT EXCEED IN
AGGREGATE ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1 ,000.00) AND SHALL IN NO EVENT INCLUDE INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR ANY NATURE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF REVENUE OR
ITS USE; LOSS BY REASON OF PLANT OR EQUIPMENT SHUTDOWN OR INABILITY TO OPERATE AT RATED
CAPACITY; INCREASED EXPENSE OR OPERATION OF PLANT OR EQUIPMENT; INCREASED COSTS OF
PURCHASING OR PROVIDING EQUIPMENT, MATERIALS, SUPPLIES OR SERVICES OUTSIDE CONSUMERS'
SCOPE OR SUPPLY; COSTS OR REPLACEMENT POWER OR CAPITAL; CLAIMS OF THE CUSTOMER'S
CUSTOMERS; OR INVENTORY OR USE CHARGES, EVEN IF CONSUMERS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

This limitation of liability section shall prevail over any conflicting or inconsistent provisions contained herein or in
any other applicable document and shall be in effect even if the remedy or remedies set forth herein fail in their
essential purpose.

9. The Customer shall indemnify and hold Consumers, its agents, employees, vendors and contractor'(s) harmless
from and against, and shall at Consumers' option undertake the defense of, any and all claim, losses, liability and
damage (including environmental harm) and including reasonable attorney's fees which Consumers might sustain or
incur or which might be asserted by any third party against Consumers as a result of the services provided under this
Agreement, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability or otherwise, unless
caused solely by the negligence of Consumers, its agents or employees.

10. Any assignment or any part thereof by the Customer without the previous written permission of Consumers shall
be void and of no effect. Consumers may subcontract any services hereunder.

11. In the performance of the work hereunder, Consumers shall be an independent contactor with the sole authority
to control and direct the performance of the details of the services, the Customer being interested only in the results
obtained.

12. The terms of this Agreement shall not be changed superseded or supplemented, except in writing by an
authorized officer of Consumers and by a duly authorized representative of Customer.

13. This Agreement shall be deemed a Michigan contract and shall be construed in accordance with and governed
by the laws of the State of Michigan. With respect to the subject matter hereof, this Agreement supersedes all
previous representations, understandings and negotiations, either written oral, between the parties hereto or their
representatives and constitutes the entire contract between the parties. This Agreement is intended for the benefit of
the parties hereto and does not grant any rights to any third parties unless otherwise specifically stated herein. No
part of any purchase order, request for proposal or other documents issued by Customer shall be binding upon
Consumers or affect its rights or obligations hereunder unless signed by a duly authorized representative of
Consumers.


14. Additional Items




                                                                                                                      Page 4 of 4
                                        SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
                                 HEARING RESPONSE CARQ
   NO RESPONSE COUNTS AS "IN FAVOR" OF PROJECT-To have your vote count, please

                      Return This Card By: MARCH 22, 2005
    Project Title:             IRELAND AVE., FRANKLIN ST. TO DAVIS ST.
    Project Description: MAJOR REHABILITATION

    INSTRUCTIONS
   If you wish to have your written vote included as part of the tabulation of votes forwarded to
   the City Commission for the scheduled public hearing, please return this card. by the date
   indicated above. To use this response card please indicate Whether you Oppose or Favor
   this special assessment project, sign the form and return it to the City Clerk's Office. To
   return this card by mail, simply fold on the dotted lines so the address on the reverse side is
   showing. Be sure to seal the form with a small piece of tape or staple prior to mailing. IF
   YOU DO NOT SEND IN THIS FORM YOUR VOTE COUNTS AS "IN FAVOR" OF
   PROJECT.
   Assessment Information
    Property Address:                                1130 IRELAND AVE
    Parcel Number                                    24-205-501-0018-00
    Assessable Frontage:                             52.2          Feet

   Estimated Front Foot Cost:                        $29.00        per Foot

   ESTIMATED TOTAL COST                             $1,513.80
   Property Description
   CITY OF MUSKEGON
   REVISED PLAT OF 1903
   BLK 501
   LOT18
   S 1/2 OF VAC ALLEY
   ABUTTING SAID LOT

                                            Your vote COUNTS!

   . Please vote either in favor or opposed to the Special Assessment Street Paving Project.

          I AM IN FAVOR      D                                              I AM OPPOSED         '[8l
               .n I        1        .
Owner
             ~N.:~..-:~-.7u.O~...·n.u..(;~f_(t~-·. ~.K-:-.u.l~. 'J..jJ""~-f··-- CoOwner/Spouse - - - - - - - - - - -
Signature      ~" ~                                         Signature
Address       .U:5JJ:2dld2J                               Address

        Thank you for taking the time to vote on this important issue.                                        3
Date:          March 22, 2005
To:            Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:          Engineering
RE:            Public Hearing
               Create Special Assessment District for:
               Ireland, Davis to Franklin




SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
To hold a public hearing on the proposed special assessment for the Ireland, Davis to
Franklin, and to create the special assessment district and appoint two City Commissioners
to the Board of Assessors if it is determined to proceed with the project



FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None at this time.



BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:
None at this time.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
To create the special assessment district and assign two City Commissioners to the Board
of Assessors by adopting the attached resolution



COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
Date:          March 22, 2005
To:            Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
From:          Engineering
RE:            Public Hearing
               Create Special Assessment District for:
               Franklin, Laketon to Ireland



SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
To hold a public hearing on the proposed special assessment for the Franklin, Laketon to
Ireland, and to create the special assessment district and appoint two City Commissioners to
the Board of Assessors if it is determined to proceed with the project



FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None at this time.



BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED:
None at this time.

STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
To create the special assessment district and assign two City Commissioners to the Board
of Assessors by adopting the attached resolution



COMMITIEE RECOMMENDATION:
      Commission Meeting Date:             March 15, 2005

Date:       March 22, 2005
To:         Honorable Mayor & City Commission
From:       Community and Neighborhood Services
            Department
RE:         Community Development Block Grant/HOME Final
            allocation decision


SUMMARY OF REQUEST: For the City commission to conduct a Public
Hearing in reference to 2005-2006 CDBG/ HOME allocations. After the
Public Hearing is over it is hope that the commission will make their final
allocation decision concerning the 2005-2006 CDBG/HOME allocations
for this coming fiscal year.

The Commission has received the recommendation from the Citizen's
District Council and the City administration. The commission made their
preliminary recommendations during the March 8, 2005 City
Commission meeting.

After receiving the Commissions final allocation decision, the CNS office
will amend the City's 2005-2006 Action plan if needed and continue the
comment period until April 17, 2005. At that time, the City will request
the U.S. Housing and Urban Development department for the release of
the funds for the 2005-2006 fiscal year to begin June 1, 2005.

FINANCIAL IMPACT: The decision will determine the CDBG/HOME
budget for 2005-2006.

BUDGET ACTION REQUIRED: The decision will establish the budget. .

STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Commission has already received
the staff recommendation.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: The Commission has already
received the Citizen's District Council recommendations.
                                           2005 - 2006 CDBG I HOME ACTIVITY
   Community Development Block Grant                                                                       City Commission
                                                               Administration   Citizen District Council      Preliminary  City Commission
        Organization Name/Program Title    Amount Reguested   Recommendation       Recommendation          Recommendation   Final Decision
 1 Muskegon Community Health Project                  5,000                 0                          0                 0
     "Miles for Smile Dental Services"*
   2 West Michigan Veterans                           5,000                 0                     5,000                  0
     Veterans Assistance •
   3 Pioneer Resources                                2,500                 0                          0                 0
     Rec for People wldisabilities •
   4 HealthCare                                       6,418                 0                     5,000                  0
     Health screening to low-income •
   5 American Red Cross                               5,000                 0                     5,000                  0
     Senior Transportation•
   6 Legal Aid of Western Michigan                   15,000                 0                          0                 0
     Counseling/Legal Education •
   7 Neighborhood Invest Corp                         9,000                 0                          0                 0
     5th Street Landscape •
   8 Child Abuse Council                              6,000                 0                          0                 0
     Renovation •
   9 Sacred Suds                                     10,000                 0                          0                 0
     Laundry&Shower Service •
.1 0 Community and Neighborhood Services            225,000           171,000                   171,000            171,000
     Siding Program
 11 Fire/1 nspection                                100,000            50,000                    50,000             50,000
     Dangerous Building/Demolition
 12 Community and Neighborhood Services             230,000           171,000                   171,000            171,000
     Emergency Rehabilitation
 13 Community and Economic Development               20,000            10,000                          0            10,000
     Fac;ade Improvement
 14 Community and Neighborhood Services             197,500           180,000                   180,000            180,000
     CDBG Administration••
 15 Community and Neighborhood Services             100,000            69,500                    69,500             69,500
     Rehab Service Delivery
 16 Engineering I CNS                                80,000            55,000                    55,000             55,000
     Street Assessment Relief
 17 Leisure Services                                 92,243            75,000                    75,000             75,000
     Youth recreation*
 18 Finance Dept                                    245,000           245,000                   245,000            245,000         245,000
     Repayment of Shoreline Dr. Bond
 19 City Planning                                    50,000            30,000                    25,000             30,000
     Lot Clean-up
 20 City Planning                                    45,000            40,000                    40,000             40,000
     Code Enforcement
 21 DPW                                              56,901            40,000                    40,000             40,000
     Senior Transit*
    Total CDBG Request                                       1,505,562           1,136,500                 1,136,500            1'136,500
    Total CDBG Allocated+ PI (OJ                             1'137,000           1,137,000                 1'137,000            1,137,000
    Allocated/Request Difference                    $         (368,562) $              500    $                  500     $            500

    Total Amt of Public Service*                               213,062             115,000                   130,000             115,000
    Public Service mandated Amt < or= to 15%                   170,550             170,550                   170,550             170,550
    Difference                                      $          (42,512) $           55,550    $               40,550     $        55,550

    Total Amt of City Administration Request**                 197,500             180,000                   180,000             180,000
    Administrative mandated Amt < 20%                          227,400             227,400                   227,400             227,400
    Difference                                      $           29,900   $          47,400    $                47,400    $         47,400


    HOME                                                                                                                 City Commission
                                                                          Administration      Citizen District Council      Preliminary    City Commission
           Organization Name/Program Title          Amount Reguested     Recommendation          Recommendation          Recommendation     Final Decision
1   Community and Neighborhood Services                      125,000              100,000                      100,000             124,503
    Tax-Reverted Rehabilitation
2   Community and Neighborhood Services                         75,000              65,000                     65,000              86,780
    HOME /nfi/1 Program
3   Community and Neighborhood Services                         33,700              33,700                     33,700              33,700
    HOME Administration***
4   Community and Neighborhood Services                         50,000              20,000                     20,000              28,168
    Rental Rehabilitation
5   Neighborhood Investment Corp                                95,000              70,000                     70,000              35,385
    Housing Rehab, Neighborhood Imp.****
6   Habitat For Humanity                                        50,000               35,000                    35,000              15,165
    Acquisition/Rehab****

    Total Amt of HOME Request                                  428,700             323,700                   323,700              323,700
    HOME Allocation                                            337,000             337,000                   337,000              337,000
    Reprogram Funds
    Total Amt Home Available                                   337,000             337,000                    337,000             337,000
    Total Ami Difference                            $          (91,700) $           13,300    $                13,300    $         13,300

    Total Amt of HOME Administration ***                        33,700               33,700                    33,700             337,000
    Total Amt mandated= 10%                                     33,700               33,700                    33,700             337,000
    Difference                                      $               -    $              -     $                   -      $

    Total amt of HOME CHDO request****                         145,000             105,000                    105,000              50,550
    Total Amt mandated 15%                                      50 550              50,550                     50,550              50,550
    Difference                                      $           (94,450) $          (54,450) $                (54,450) $

    NOTE
    *Public Service, **City CDBG Administration, ***HOME Administration, ****CHDO Request
    Q:CNS\Common\Excei\05.06_Act
                                             2005 - 2006 CDBG I HOME ACTIVITY
   Community Development Block Grant                                                                       City Commission
                                                                 Administration   Citizen District Council    Preliminary   CityCommi'
           Organization Name/Program Title   Amount Reguested   Recommendation       Recommendation        Recommendation    Final Decis
  1 Muskegon Community Health Project                   5,000                   0                        0                0
    "Miles for Smite Dental Services"*
  2 West Michigan Veterans                              5,000                   0                  5,000                  0
    Veterans Assistance*
  3 Pioneer Resources                                   2,500                   0                      0                  0
    Rec for People wldisabilities*
  4 HealthCare                                          6,418                   0                  5,000                  0
    Health screening to tow-income*
  5 American Red Cross                                  5,000                   0                  5,000                  0
    Senior Transportation*
  6 Legal Aid of Western Michigan                      15,000                   0                      0                  0
    Counseling/Legal Education*
  7 Neighborhood Invest Corp                            9,000                   0                      0                  0
    5th Street Landscape*
 8 Child Abuse Council                                  6,000                   0                      0                  0
    Renovation*
  9 Sacred Suds                                        10,000                   0                      0                  0
    Laundry&Shower Service*
10 Community and Neighborhood Services                225,000            171,000                171,000            171,000
    Siding Program
11 Fire/Inspection                                    100,000             50,000                  50,000            50,000
    Dangerous Building/Demolition
12 Community and Neighborhood Services                230,000            171,000                171,000            171,000
    Emergency Rehabilitation
13 Community and Economic Development                  20,000             10,000                       0            10,000
    Fa<;ade Improvement
14 Community and Neighborhood Services                197,500            180,000                180,000            180,000
    CDBG Administration**
15 Community and Neighborhood Services                100,000             69,500                 69,500             69,500
    Rehab Service Delivery
16 Engineering I CNS                                   80,000             55,000                 55,000             55,000
    Street Assessment Relief
17 Leisure Services                                    92,243             75,000                 75,000             75,000
    Youth recreation*
18 Finance Dept                                       245,000            245,000                245,000            245,000          245,
    Repayment of Shoreline Dr. Bond
19 City Planning                                       50,000             30,000                 25,000             30,000
    Lot Clean-up
20 City Planning                                       45,000             40,000                 40,000             40,000
    Code Enforcement
21 DPW                                                 56,901             40,000                 40,000             40,000
    Senior Transit*
 Total CDBG Request                                        1,505,562           1,136,500                 1,136,500            1,136,500
 Total CDBG Allocated+ PI (0)                              1,137,000           1,137,000                 1,137,000            1'137,000
 Allocated/Request Difference                    $          (368,562) $             500    $                   500    $             500

 Total Amt of Public Service*                               213,062             115,000                   130,000              115,000
 Public Service mandated Amt ::-"'     -~             ~             ~~...                                 ~                ~~#                                          :~>"'        ~              ~                   DCensus 10
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                                                    Household Income

The U. S. Department of HUD designated household in 3 categories to be eligible for their
funding:

•           Extremely Low-Income are households who earn 30% of the areas median family income
            or below. According to the 2000 Census, 2,199 households in Muskegon met the
            extremely low-income category.
•           Very Low-Income households have incomes between 31% and 50% of area median and
            account for 9.2% of the total community's households
•           Low-income households have incomes between 51% and 80% of the areas median
            income for the community which in Muskegon is 3,272 households or 22% of the city's
            total household


                                                      Housing Units

According to the 2000 Census, the city of Muskegon possesses 15,999 housing units of that
aggregate number 14,569 or 91.6% is occupied. Of the total housing units in the city 8,284 or
51.7% are owner occupied while 6,285 or approximately 39% of the aggregate are rental units.

 Census     Neighborhood         Total Units    Occupied Units Owner Occupied     Renter Occupied    Vacant Units
    Tract
     1      Marquette                   2,109            2,023              565              1,453             86
     2      Jackson Hill                  390              339             227                 112             51
     3      Angell                      1,377            1,204             572                 631            173
     4      East Muskegon              2,271             2,1,58          1,681                 477            113
      5     Mclaughlin                 2,205             1,961           1,007                 954            244
    6.01    Nelson South                 706               631             382                 249             75
    6.02    Nelson North               1,266             1,051             303                 748            215
      7     Downtown                      37                30               4                  26              7
     8      Nims                       1,536             1,408             937                 471            123
     9      Lakeside                   1,740             1,652           1,357                 295              88
     10     Beachwood/Bluffton           695               625             528                  97              70
     21     Glenside/Campbell          1,763             1,580             790                 790             183
            City of Muskegon          15,999            14,569           8,284               6,285           1,430




The city of Muskegon has one of the oldest housing stock in the state of Michigan.

Age of Housing Units in the City of Muskegon

Year Built                             Number                     Percent
1999-March 2000                        60                          .04
1995- 1998                             426                         2.7
1990-1994                              278                         1.7
1980-1989                              594                         3.7
1970-1979                              1884                       11.8


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1960- 1969                    1726                    10.8
1940-1959                     6057                    37.8
1939 or Earlier               4992                    31.2

The following table shows the city of Muskegon housing both owner occupied and renter
occupied by the year it was constmcted.

               Tenure by year structure built

 Owner Occupied                           Renter Occupied
                              ·---

    Year Built     #of Units                 Year Built          #ofUn~
1999 - March 2000         41            1999 to March 2000             0
1995- 1998              152             1995- 1998                   220
1990- 1994        ··r--~371             1990- 1994                   138
1980- 1989              154             1980- 1989                   415
1970-1979               369             1970- 1979                  1375
1960- 1969              735 ·-··        1960- 1969                   857
                                                        ·------
1950- 1959             1797             1950- 1959              --1011
                                     --
1940- 1949             1922             1940- 1949                  1805
1939 or Earlier        2991             1939 or Earlier             1442



                                     Housing Cost Analysis

According to the 1990 and 2000 Census, the median value of housing increased from $32, I 00 to
$59,800 in ten years.

Value                 1990                   2000
<$50,000              6177                   2710
50,000- 99,999        1235                   4073
100,000- 149,999      63                     477
150,000- 199,999      22                     146
200,000-299,999       0                      Ill
300,000-499,999       0                         13
500,000 or more       0                      0




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       Housing Value· City of Muskegon
                                                                                0\MlerOccupied Median
                                                                                    Housing Unit Value
                                                                                       $0 to $49,999
                                                                                       $50,000 to $74,999
                                                                                       $75,000 to $99,999
                                                                                       $100,000 to $124,999
                                                                                       $125,000 to $149,999
                                               MUSKEOON
                                                                                       $150,000to $174,999
                                                                                       $175,000 to $199,999
                                                                                       $200,000 to $249,999
                                                                                       $250,000 to $349,999
                                                                                       $350,000+
                                                                               0         .4       .8     1.2
                                                                                           Mles
                                                                                   SourrB: 2000Cen9..Js



According to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, if a household send
30% or more of the totaled household income on rent or a mortgage, those households are
classified at being in a cost burden. (see tables below)

Owner cost as a percentage of households in 1999 dollars

Less than 15%              3204 42.5
15-19%                     1236 16.4
20-24%                     1005 13.3
25 - 29%                   549  7.3
30 - 34%                   364  4.8
35% or more                1090 14.5

Almost 20% of homeowners in Muskegon spend 30% or more of their total income on housing



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    Monthly Mortgage Rate Profile - City of Muskegon


                                                                            $500to$599
                                                                            $600to $699


                                                 MUSKEGON
                                                                            $900to$999
                                                                            $1,000 to $1,249
                                                                            $1,250 to $1,499
                                                                            $1 ,500 to $1 ,999
                                                                            $2,000+
                                                                       0        .4       .8      1.2
                                                                                   Mles
                                                                           Sourre: 2000 Census
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Gross rent as a percentage of household income in 1999

Less than 15%            1135     18.2
15-19%                   910      14.6
20 - 24%                 746      12.0
25 - 29%                 647      10.4
30-34%                   511      8.2
355 or more              1958     31.4

Almost 40% of the renters in the city pay 30% or more of their household income on housing.




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     Rent Profile - City of Muskegon

                                                                                        Median Rent
                                                                                         $0 1o$299
                                                                                         $30010$399
                                                                                         $40010 $499
                                                                                         $500 10 $599
                                           MUSKEGON
                                                                                         $600 10 $699
                                                                                         $700 10$799
                                                                                         $800 to$899
                                                                                         $90010$999
                                                                                         $1 ,000 to $2,500
                                                                                 0      .4        .8     1.2
                                                                                            Mles
                                                                                     Source:2000Census



                                           Public Housing

The Muskegon Housing Commission is a stand-alone agency separate from the City of
Muskegon since 2000 manages the public housing in the city of Muskegon. The agency owns
and operates one multifamily housing complex designated for the elderly and disabled at 1080
Terrace. The name of the structure is Hartford Terrace. The complex consists of 160 one-
bedroom units. The structure was originally built in 1973 as an elderly only building. Currently
the individuals are eligible who are 50 years old or disabled.

During the time of the development of the 2000 city of Muskegon Housing Commission, the
Muskegon Housing Commission had an inventory of 32 scattered site homes. Eight of those 32
sites were homes that the Housing Commission had obtained during the old Turnkey-3 program.
Many of the Turnkey 3 structures had been vacant for a number of years and had created a
blighting influence on their respectful neighborhoods. During the summer of 2003, through an
agreement with the Housing Commission and the City of Muskegon, the structures were sold to
the City of Muskegon and the city demolished all the structures within 30 days.



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The City of Muskegon's Community and Neighborhood Services office aggressively developed
a plan to build new homes on four of the original sites. At this time three of the sites 1668
Beidler, 361 Oak and 284 Iona all have new homes built on them and are occupied by low to
moderate income homebuyers. The last site 710 Marcoux is designated to have a home built on
it during the summer of 2005. One of the intentions mentioned in the 2000 city of Muskegon
Consolidated Plan was to rid the City's neighborhoods of the blighted Tumkey-3 units and
proudly it was achieved.

It was also mentioned in the 2000 Consolidated Plan that the Hartford Tenace complex was in
need of extensive repairs and updating. In the last four years, the Housing Commission has been
able to achieve that goal. Some of the items that have been updated or repaired at the Hartford
Tenace complex are replacement of ventilation and air conditioning, units replacement of
flooring, remodeling of kitchens, repairing of elevators, update of security system, updating of
plumbing and electrical, the replacement oflounging area furniture, painting, landscaping, etc.

                                            Section 8

The Muskegon Housing Commission is one of two agencies in Muskegon County who
administer the Section 8 tenant-based program. The tenant-based program is designed to
increase affordable housing choices for very low-income families. Persons or families who have
a tenant based voucher choose and lease safe, decent and affordable privately owned rental
housing. Cunently, the Muskegon Housing Commission has allocated 164 vouchers. Of the 164
vouchers, 81 vouchers are being used by persons or families that qualify as elderly or disabled.
There are cunently 318 persons on the MHC Section 8 waiting list. The MCH manages 64% of
the Section 8 vouchers in Muskegon County.

The average yearly income for a household receiving Section 8 assistance is $5,159, the average
monthly rent not including utilities is $143.00. The average rent including utilities per month is
$237.00.

Public assistance is the sole source of income for 15% of households. Households that are
working comprise 38% of the aggregate while 31% of the working households also receive
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).

A breakdown of the time that the recipients have been on the program is the following:

Less than 1 year              24                    15%
Less than 2 years             36                    23%
Less than 3 years             27                    17%
Less than 4 years              3                     2%
Less than 5 years             21                    13%
More than 5 years             48                    30%




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Number of Family members younger than 18 years               489
Number of Families with Children                             229

Income Source                        Number                        Percent
Child Support                        7                             3%
Federal Wages                        10                            1.2%
General Assistance                   59                            24%
Military Pay                         1                             .4%
Other Non Wage Sources               1                             .4%
SSI                                  79                            32%
Social Security                      27                            11%
TANF (formerly AFDC)                 5                             2%
Unemployment Benefits                5                             2%
Other Wages                          56                            22.4%

Range of Income

Income                       Count                 Percent
$0- $5,000                   20                    13%
$5,000- $10,000              85                    53%
$10,000-$15,000              38                    24%
$15,000 - $20,000            14                    9%
$20,000- $25,000             2                     1%
$25,000 +                     1                    1%

Income Levels

Extreme Low                 316                    95%
Very Low                    13                     4%
Low                         0                      0%
Other                       2                      1%
In the 2000- 2004, City of Muskegon Consolidated Plan an inventory of the Muskegon Housing
Commission's scattered houses was listed and the individual status of the property and update of
the Housing Commission inventory is listed below

Address               Bedroom               Occupant Status
429 Adams             3                     Vacant- 2000 I Sold- 2004
2137 Austin           3                     Occupied- 2000 I Sold- 2004
1668 Beidler          3                     Vacant- 2000 I Demo- New house 2004
383 Catherine         3                     Vacant- 2000 I Demolished 2004
876 Cedar             3                     Occupied- 2000 I Sold- 2004
492 Erickson          3                     Vacant- 2000 I Sold- 2004
531 Getty             3                     Occupied- 2000 I Sold- 2004
372 Houston           3                     Occupied- 2000 I Sold- 2004
284 Iona              4                     Vacant- 2000 I Demo- New house 2004



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The law allows some families to receive assistance from Federal TANF funds for more than five
years based on hardship. The average month number of families in hardship status may not
exceed 20% of the states average monthly caseload during that fiscal year. Cunently 117
families in Muskegon County have been allowed to received assistance beyond the 60 months
because of their hardship status.

Also, according to the 2000 census of the 943 grandparents who are classified as care givers in
Muskegon County, 514 of them are responsible for their grandchildren. The additional
responsibility of their grandchildren creates additional financial strain on the household.

The most telling measurement to the economic situation of far to many families in the city of
Muskegon is the high unemployment rate. Again, this is expressed in the section on
unemployment that a significant portion of the population could be classified as the hidden
unemployed.
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