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CITY OF MUSKEGON
MUSKEGON HOUSING BOARD OF APPEALS
MEETING MINUTES
04/05/07
5:30PM
ATTENDANCE: Randy Mackie, Jon Rolewicz, Chris Carter, Nick Kroes,
Kirk Kolberg
ABSENT:
EXCUSED: Greg Borgman, Ed Simmons
STAFF: Mark Kincaid, Jim Hoppus, Laura Hichue, Don LaBrenz, Ken
Murar, Henry Faltinowski,Scott Vanderwier
GUESTS: Romon A Medrano(740 Wesley), William J. Gilliken(2317/2319
Denmark)
Meeting minutes: A motion was made by Randy Mackie and seconded by Chris Carter
to approve the March 2007 minutes.
A roll call vote was taken:
AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
Jon Rolewicz
Nick Kroes
Chris Carter
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE APPEAL CASES:
2317-2319 Denmark – Gilliken Rental & Investment – 1860 Nielwood, Muskegon,
MI 49445
Mr. Gilliken was present to represent case.
Mr. Gilliken stated he had problems contacting inspector. Mark Kincaid said the
problem was the invoices were from last year March, September, and October and the
Property Maintenance Code provides for a 20-day appeal period. Chris Carter asked
why three invoices were issued. Mark Kincaid stated invoices were for inspections
and re-inspection scheduled that owner failed to be present for inspection. He said
inspector tried to contact owner but was unable to make contact. Mr. Gilliken said he
was only aware of the one inspection and not aware of the other two until he received
all three voices at one time. Jon Rolewicz reviewed invoices. Chris Carter asked if
owner is notified in writing that no show inspections will be billed. Mark Kincaid stated
yes; and said a letter was sent to owner on 11/14/06 referencing the violation. Chris
Carter asked what the window period is before an inspection can be cancelled. Mark
Kincaid stated three days.
Staff Recommendation: Deny appeal
Motion made by Randy Mackie and supported by Chris Carter to accept staff
recommendation.
A roll call vote was taken:
AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
Jon Rolewicz
Nick Kroes
Chris Carter
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
DANGEREROUS BUILDING NEW CASES:
EN-070025 – 740 Wesley Ave. – Romana Medrano, 1075 Holt St., Muskegon, MI
49442
Romon Medrano, son of owner was present to represent case.
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Mr. Medrano stated he had been incarcerated. He said he had a cleanup crew to
remove debris, he said there are three walls needing to be drywalled and flooring
needs repair and would like time to complete repairs. Mr. Medrano said hot water
heater was new and some plumbing was done. Jim Hoppus said registered contactor
would have to do plumbing.
Staff Recommendation: Table case until July 2007 to allow owner time to get permits
and provide timeline to complete repairs.
Motion made by Randy Mackie and seconded by Jon Rolewicz to accept staff
recommendation.
A roll call vote was taken:
AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
Jon Rolewicz
Nick Kroes
Chris Carter
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
Scott Vanderwier asked about the status of 1121 Third, he reported that a window was
kicked out, informed Inspections and a boardup letter was sent to owner. Mark
Kincaid stated the problem with this building it’s a complicated tear down because it’s
a shared wall with the other two structures and the demolition budget is very limited
and cost would absorb much of funds left. Scott Vanderwier asked if there was any
pressure that could be put on owner to make necessary repairs. Mark Kincaid stated
that case has already been put thru the proper channels and has been condemned by
City of Commission. Chris Carter asked about email sent to Inspections regarding
431 Orchard. Mark Kincaid stated case was on agenda for City Commission work
session this coming week. The board discussed with staff possible solutions for repair
enforcement issues. John Rolewicz asked about house on Yuba or Muskegon and
Mark Kincaid said he would send someone to take a look at it. Jon Rolewicz asked
about re-appointment of board members and Don LaBrenz stated appointments were
approved.
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NEW BUSINESS:
ADJOURNMENT: 6:00 PM
CITY OF MUSKEGON
AMERICAN DISABILITY ACT POLICY FOR ACCESS TO OPEN MEETINGS OF
THE CITY COMMISSION AND ANY OF ITS COMMITTEES OR SUBCOMMITTEES.
The City of Muskegon will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services,
such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being
considered at the meeting, upon twenty-four hours notice to the City of Muskegon.
Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City
of Muskegon by writing or calling the following.
Ann Becker, City Clerk
933 Terrace Street
Muskegon, MI 49443
(231) 724-6705 or TDD (231) 724-6773
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