On the agenda: Saginaw meeting — surveillance camera (Jan 13)

Saginaw City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
1315 S. Washington Avenue
Council Chambers, Room 205
January 13, 2025
6:30 p.m.

PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ROLL CALL:
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. Regarding the Michigan Department of Transportation Alternatives Program Grant
application with the State of Michigan for the proposed Iron Belle Trail North Connector
Project.
PUBLIC INPUT:
(A list will be provided following submittal deadline.)
REMARKS OF COUNCIL:
REPORTS FROM MANAGER:
CONSENT AGENDA:
1. Approve the December 16, 2024 regular council meeting minutes.
2. Approve the Memorandum of Agreement with the Sexual Assault Center of Child and
Family Services for the Police Department.
3. Ratification of a purchase with Actron Security Alarm Systems, Inc. for $13,009 for the
relocation of surveillance system cameras for the Police Department.
4. Approve the Research Agreement with the University of Michigan for the Police
Department.
5. Approve the blanket purchase with The W.W. Williams Co. for $8,000 for the
maintenance of fire apparatus for the Fire Department, Fire Suppression Division.
6. Approve to increase the blanket purchase order with Front Line Services, Inc. by
$20,000, for a new total of $85,000, for fire apparatus services and repairs for the Fire
Department.
7. Approve the transfer of city-owned property, known as 418 N. Franklin Street, to the
Saginaw County Land Bank for the price of $1.00.

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Saginaw City Council Agenda
January 13, 2025

8. Approve the amendment to the Tea House Management Agreement between the City
of Saginaw and the Japanese Cultural Center, Tea House and Gardens of Saginaw,
Inc. Further, approve a budget adjustment for FY 2025 to recognize these funds.
9. Approve the purchase of a portion of land located at 1647 S. Washington Avenue for
$7,600 for the Public Works Department, Japanese Cultural Center, Tea House and
Gardens, Inc. and approve the City Manager or his designee be authorized to sign all
applicable documents.
10. Approve the purchase with Mid-State Builders for $198,376 for the renovations of the
Ojibway Island amphitheater for the Public Services Department, Facilities Division.
11. Approve the purchase with Give Em’ a Brake Safety for $36,611 for a Scorpion II
Trailer Attenuator for the Public Services Department, Streets Division.
12. Approve the purchase with Leica Geosystems, Inc. for $27,844 for a Leica GS18T
data collector for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
13. Approve the Technical Assistance Grant Agreement with the Michigan Infrastructure
Office Technical Assistance Center for $25,500 for the Public Services Department,
Engineering Division.
14. Approve the purchase with Lingle Equipment, Inc. for $17,042 for a Kubota ZD1211L3-72 mower for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water
Treatment Division.
15. Ratification of a purchase with Owl Services USA for $5,500 for cleaning of the Water
Treatment Plant’s underground fuel tanks for the Water and Wastewater Treatment
Services Department, Water Treatment Division.
16. Approve the purchase with DTN, LLC, a sole source, for $5,595 to provide weather
services for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water
Treatment Division.
17. Approve the purchase with USA Bluebook for $4,239 for a Finish Thompson Magnetic
Drive pump for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Remote
Facilities Division.
18. Approve the purchase with Wagner Enterprise, Inc., a sole source, for $75,010 for a
fiberglass sodium hypochlorite tank for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Remote Facilities Division.
19. Approve the purchase with Hach Company for $75,000 for meters, analyzers, and
testing equipment for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department,
Treatment and Pumping Division.
20. Ratification of a purchase with Trivaco for $20,000 for repairs to the sodium
hypochlorite bulk storage tank for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Water Treatment Division.
BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS:
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APPOINTMENT OF BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
1. Approve the Council appointment of LeeAnn Martuch to the Human Planning
Commission with a term to expire December 31, 2026.
2. Approve the Council appointment of Kristiana Hook to the Human Planning
Commission with a term to expire December 31, 2026.
ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION:
ORDINANCE ADOPTION:
1. An ordinance to amend the official city map to rezone, 2419 Mackinaw Street from B1, Local Business District to R-3, Low Density Multiple Dwelling Residential District.
RESOLUTIONS:
1. Adopt the resolution authorizing sponsors of specified community events to use
amplifying equipment for 2025.
2. Adopt the resolution authorizing the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages
during specified community events for 2025.
3. Authorize the submission of the MDOT Transportation Alternatives Program Grant for
the Iron Belle Trail North Connector Project.
4. Approve the MDOT Cost Agreement 24-5490 for the preventative maintenance of the
Court Street Bridge.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:
ADJOURNMENT:
Timothy Morales
City Manager
IF YOU ARE DISABLED AND NEED ACCOMMODATION TO PROVIDE YOU WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE OR
OBSERVE IN PROGRAMS, SERVICES, OR ACTIVITIES, PLEASE CALL THE SAGINAW CITY CLERK, 1315 S. WASHINGTON
AVE., 759-1480.

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CITY OF SAGINAW
Public Hearing
City Council
In compliance with requirements of Public Act 267 of 1976,
the following notice is posted:

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council has scheduled
a public hearing to be held on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30
p.m. in Council Chambers, Room 205, located at City Hall, 1315 S.
Washington Avenue.
The purpose of the public hearing is to receive public comments on
the proposed Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) Grant application with
the State of Michigan. The State of Michigan has funds available
through the TAP Grant program for the proposed construction of
the Iron Belle Trail North Connector from the intersection of Janes
Avenue & Water Street to the intersection of Weiss & Carrollton
Streets.
All interested parties are invited to attend and provide input.
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/MMC
City Clerk
IF YOU ARE DISABLED AND NEED ACCOMMODATION TO PROVIDE YOU WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE OR
OBSERVE IN PROGRAMS, SERVICES, OR ACTIVITIES, PLEASE CALL THE SAGINAW CITY CLERK AT 989.759.1480.

Posted:
By: _____________

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A REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAGINAW, MICHIGAN,
WAS HELD MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2024, AT 6:30 P.M. IN COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AT CITY HALL, 1315 S. WASHINGTON AVENUE, SAGINAW, MICHIGAN.
PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Seals offered a prayer and Mayor Pro Tem Garcia led the pledge of
allegiance of the United States of America.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Moore called the meeting to order. Council Members present: Monique Silvia,
Jacinta Seals, Michael Balls, Priscilla Garcia, Bill Ostash, Eric Braddock Sr., Heidi
Wiggins, Carly Hammond, Brenda Moore: 9. Council Members absent: 0.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Clerk Kristine Bolzman made the following announcements:
• City offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December
25 in observance of the Christmas Holiday. The offices will also be closed on
Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1 for the New Year Holiday.
• The next City Council meeting is January 13, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
Police Chief, Bob Ruth, introduced four new Police Officers: Joseph Coffey, Rene Mejia,
Erick Morrissette, and Christopher Thompson. Clerk Bolzman administered the oath of
office.
Council Member Wiggins entered the meeting at 6:37 p.m.
PUBLIC INPUT
Members of the public that addressed the Council: Donovan Gomez, Sandra Ramon,
Trevor Mahadeo, David Conner, and Melanie Velasco.
Council Member Balls entered the meeting at 6:47 p.m.
COUNCIL REMARKS
Remarks were heard from the following Council Members: Ostash, Braddock, Wiggins,
Hammond, Silvia, Seals, Balls, Garcia, and Moore.
REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER
City Manager Tim Morales reported updates regarding various projects.
Manager Morales introduced Jamie Rivette, CPA, CGFM, Principal, Assurance Service
Line Leader, of Yeo & Yeo CPAs and Business Consultants. Ms. Rivette presented the
results of the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Audit.
CONSENT AGENDA:
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Seals to approve the
consent agenda, allowing room for exceptions. An exception was made to items 2, 6, and
9. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
1. Approve the December 9, 2024 regular council meeting minutes.

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2. Approve the Professional Services Agreement with Nancy Ohle for $7,800.00 to
assist with the revision of the City’s Strategic Plan and serve as the Facilitator for
the Strategic Planning Session scheduled for January 31, 2025.
3. Approve the Section 125 Cafeteria Plan and Flexible Spending Plan Agreement
with Flex Administrators, Inc. for the Human Resources Department.
4. Approve the amendments to the FY 2025 Approved Budget to recognize changes
that have occurred during the November period.
5. Approve the Software as Service Agreement with PowerDMS, Inc., a sole source,
for $9,640 for a one-year subscription renewal to PowerDMS Professional, an
internet-based document hosting software for the Police Department.
6. Approve the purchases with D & K Truck Company for $105,625 for a 2026
Freightliner 108SD Plus plow truck; and Truck and Trailer Specialties, Inc. for
$178,900 for equipment installation for the Public Services Department, Streets
Division.
7. Approve the purchase with Versalift Midwest LLC for $3,588 for repair parts for
Hook Loader Plow Truck No. 53-0412 for the Public Services Department, Streets
Division.
8. Approve the purchase with Great Lakes Tower & Antenna Co. for $14,300 for a
communication tower flasher and obstruction lighting system for the Jefferson
Communication Tower for the Public Services Department, Right of Way Division.
9. Approve the proposed traffic regulation changes for the Public Services
Department, Traffic Engineering Division.
10. Approve the proposal from Wade Trim, Inc. for $473,000 for the design of the
Weiss Street Watermain Replacement and Road Resurfacing Project for the Public
Services Department, Engineering Division.
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Seals to approve consent
agenda item 2. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Seals to approve consent
agenda item 6. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
Moved by Council Member Hammond, seconded by Council Member Seals to approve
consent agenda item 9. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
APPOINTMENT OF BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Balls to approve the
following appointments:
1. the City Manager appointment of Rachel Weidinger to the Planning Commission
with a term to expire December 31, 2027.
2. the Council appointment of Priscilla Garcia to the Saginaw County 911
Communications Center Authority as Council representative.
3. the Council appointment of Eric Braddock Sr. to the City-School-County Liaison
Committee as Council representative.

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4. the City Manager reappointment of Amy Spadafore to the Downtown Development
Authority with a term to expire December 31, 2028.
5. the City Manager reappointment of Floyd Kloc to the Planning Commission with a
term to expire December 31, 2027.
6. the City Manager reappointment of Herb Spence to the Downtown Development
Authority with a term to expire December 31, 2028.
7. the Council reappointment of James Nightingale to the Board of Appeals on Zoning
with a term to expire December 31, 2027.
9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
RESOLUTIONS
Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, seconded by Council Member Silvia to adopt a
resolution objecting to the transfer of tax reverted properties from Saginaw County.
Discussion was held.
Moved by Council Member Seals, seconded by Council Member Balls to call the question.
Mayor Moore asked Clerk Bolzman to conduct a roll call vote.
Ayes:
Seals, Balls, Garcia, Ostash, Braddock, Moore
Nays:
Silvia, Wiggins, Hammond
Absent:
Motion approved.
Mayor Moore asked Clerk Bolzman to conduct a roll call vote on the main motion.
Ayes:
Seals, Balls, Garcia, Ostash, Braddock, Hammond, Moore
Nays:
Silvia, Wiggins
Absent:
Motion approved.
MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
Moved by Council Member Balls, seconded by Council Member Silvia to suspend the rules
of order to allow the City Engineer to return to the podium for general questions and
answers. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Council Member Silvia, seconded by Council Member Balls to adjourn the
meeting at 8:23 p.m. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent. Motion approved.
Submitted by,
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

SAC – SPD Memorandum of Agreement

Prepared by:

Brian Rowell, Community Public Safety – Police

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the Memorandum of Agreement with The Sexual Assault
Center of Child and Family Services for the Police Department.
Justification:
This agreement will provide The Sexual Assault Center of Child and Family Services, in
partnership with the Police Department, $30,000 to develop and implement an enhanced
referral process utilizing a specialized detective to process cases of domestic violence,
dating violence, sexual assault, stalking (11+), and the development of educational
materials and training of sworn personnel.
This agreement expires on September 30, 2027. All costs associated with this project are
funded by the OVW 2024 Enhancing Investigations and Prosecution of Domestic
Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking grant, approved by City Council
on October 14, 2024.
I have approved the agreement as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Intersection Surveillance System Cameras Relocation

Prepared by:

Brian Rowell, Community Public Safety – Police

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend ratification of an emergency purchase with Actron Security Alarm Systems, Inc.
for $13,008.10 for the relocation of several intersection surveillance system cameras for the
Police Department.
Justification:
On October 11, 2021, City Council approved the purchase and installation of an Avigilon
(subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.) intersection surveillance camera system to be utilized
at several City intersections and installed by Absolute Security & Investigations, Inc
(Absolute). In preparation for this purchase, the Police Department consulted with the City
Engineering Department to discern the most effective location for the cameras to be installed
and determine which utility poles are City owned and which are owned by the Michigan
Department of Transportation (MDOT). The timeliness of this installation was hampered by
the covid pandemic and completed in December 2023.
In August 2024, MDOT advised that while the City owns the utilized poles, MDOT owns the
“airspace/right of way” in which the cameras are placed and had to be relocated. This stems
from a 50-plus-year-old agreement between the City and MDOT which current Engineering
staff was not aware of. Adherence to the agreement required the installation of new poles
and removal/reinstallation of the affected equipment. In addition, an unrelated pole was
replaced due to an automobile accident which resulted in the destruction of the stricken pole.
The project’s lead engineer at the time of installation has since left Absolute and is now
employed with Actron Security Alarm Systems (Actron), taking all Motorola Solutions, Inc.
accounts with him. On December 18, 2024, emergency purchase order #520909 was issued
to Actron Security Alarm Systems for the necessary pole relocations and replacement
services.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.23, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting, and
Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I, "Administrative Code,”
of the Saginaw Code of Ordinance, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Community Public Safety - Police, Byrne Grant –
Kildee #1, Equipment, Account No. 101-307.25-984.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.
January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

University of Michigan SCIP Grant Research Agreement

Prepared by:

Brian Rowell, Community Public Safety – Police

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the Research Agreement with the University of Michigan for
the Police Department.
Justification:
The Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) grant, approved by City Council on
May 20, 2024 requires the Saginaw Police Department (SPD) in partnership with Healing
Engagement Love Presence (HELP) to acquire a research partner. The SCIP grant
awarded SPD $134,900, with $40,000 earmarked for payment to a research partner. The
University of Michigan (U-of-M) has been deemed the most viable partner for this project.
The Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions of the research partnership between
SPD and U-of-M, which concludes on December 31, 2025. Research data gathered will
assess the effectiveness of the community violence intervention program initiated by
HELP under the Byrne SCIP grant.
I have approved the agreement as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Tim Morales, City Manager

Subject:

The W.W. Williams Co. – Blanket Purchase Order

Prepared by:

Brandon Hausbeck, Fire Chief

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a blanket purchase order with W. W. Williams Co. for $8,000
for the maintenance of fire apparatus for the Fire Department, Fire Suppression Division.
Justification:
The W. W. Williams Co. repairs diesel engines and components. The vendor has provided
excellent service and competitive rates when compared to other vendors in the area. A
corresponding reduction in the blanket purchase order of another vendor results in a
budget-neutral adjustment.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Community Public Safety - Fire, Fire Apparatus
Maintenance Division, Motor Vehicle Repairs Account No. 101-347.01-931.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

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From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Front Line Services Inc. Blanket Purchase Order Increase

Prepared by:

Brandon Hausbeck, Fire Chief

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of an increase to blanket purchase order number 519268
with Front Line Services, Inc. by $20,000, for a new total of $85,000, for fire apparatus
service and repairs for the Fire Department.
Justification:
When conducting a risk assessment, it was determined that a 35’ extension ladder and
hydraulic storage arm needs to be added to one of our engine companies to ensure that
fire companies can reach all floors at residential structure fires. Front Line Services Inc.
is the dealer for Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus and since the apparatus is still under
warranty the work must be completed by the dealer network. The current amount
budgeted in the blanket purchase order only covers annual maintenance/repairs and is
not sufficient to cover the cost of this modification to the apparatus.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Community Public Safety - Fire, Fire
Apparatus Operations/Maintenance Division, Motor Vehicle Repairs Account No. 101347.01-931.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Tim Morales, City Manager

Subject:

418 N Franklin Street

Prepared by:

Robert Gollin, Urban Planner

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the transfer of the property known as 418 N Franklin
Street (Property ID: 02035800000) to the Saginaw County Land Bank for the purchase
price of $1.00 and further that the City Manager be authorized to sign any documents to
complete the transaction.
Justification:
The City of Saginaw currently owns small vacant parcels of land throughout the City
with no strategic economic development value. Under State and Local requirements,
the property must be sold for fair market value. One such parcel is located at 418 N
Franklin Street. The City has owned this vacant parcel since 1985. It was acquired as
part of a larger parcel of land later sold off to various entities for economic development
purposes. The City has not received any interest in purchasing the property for fair
market value. In this case this parcels could best be marketed and sold if in the hands
of the Saginaw County Land Bank to be returned to the tax rolls.
Land Bank is willing to assume all costs of transfer. This lot by itself is non-strategic in
the City’s development and revitalization plans and no public utilities are present on the
site.

Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.
January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

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From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Amendment to Tea House Management Agreement and Budget
Adjustment

Prepared by:

Phillip Karwat, Director of Public Services

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the Amendment to the Tea House Management Agreement
between the City of Saginaw and the Japanese Cultural Center, Tea House and Gardens
of Saginaw, Inc. be approved.
In addition, it is recommended a budget adjustment be completed. Funds will be
recognized in the General Fund Revenue, Japanese Tea House Account No. 101-000.00560.005 in the amount of $7,600. To offset the increase in revenues there will be an
increase to the General Fund, Public Services Department, Japanese Cultural Center
Division, Operating Services Account No. 101-753.00-805.000 in the same amount.
Justification:
The City of Saginaw and the City of Tokushima, Japan, jointly own the Japanese Cultural
Center, Tea House, and Gardens. The two cities have been operating under a
Memorandum of Administration since March 3, 1986. Additionally, the City of Saginaw
has had an agreement with the Tea House Board regarding the operation and
management of the Tea House. The most recent Management Agreement, effective June
2, 2008, outlines the responsibilities of both the City of Saginaw and the Tea House
Board. Specifically, the Tea House Board is responsible for the general operations,
maintenance of the facility and grounds, and any additions or alterations.
Currently, the Tea House is planning a project to construct an educational center on its
existing grounds. Due to limited space for this structure, the Tea House approached the
owner of the neighboring property to the north to inquire whether they would be willing to
sell a portion of their land for expansion. The property owner has agreed and is willing to
sell approximately 75 feet x 480 feet (0.80 acres) of land to the City. The current market
value of the land is $7,600, which is also the agreed-upon sale price.
This proposed amendment to the agreement would allow the City to purchase the land
from the neighboring property owner, with the Tea House Board donating the $7,600 to
the City for the purchase.
I have approved the agreement as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.
January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-9

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Purchase of a portion of land located at 1647 S. Washington Avenue

Prepared by:

Phillip Karwat, Public Service Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of the purchase of a portion of land owned by Cornelius Phelps,
located at 1647 S. Washington Avenue for $7,600 for the Public Works Department,
Japanese Cultural Center, Tea House and Gardens and approve the City Manager or his
designee be authorized to sign any documents to complete the transaction.
Justification:
The City of Saginaw and the City of Tokushima, Japan jointly own the Japanese Cultural
Center, Tea House, and Gardens. The two cities have been operating under a
Memorandum of Administration since March 3, 1986. Additionally, the City of Saginaw
has an agreement with the Tea House Board regarding the operation and management
of the Tea House. The most recent Management Agreement, effective June 2, 2008,
outlines the responsibilities of both the City of Saginaw and the Tea House Board.
Specifically, the Tea House Board is responsible for the general operations, maintenance
of the facility and grounds, and any additions or alterations.
Currently, the Tea House is planning a project to construct an educational center on its
existing grounds. Due to limited space for this structure, the Tea House approached the
owner of the neighboring property to the north to inquire whether they would be willing to
sell a portion of their land for expansion. The property owner has agreed and is willing to
sell approximately 75 feet x 485 feet (0.827 acres) of land to the City. The current market
value of the land is $7,600, which is also the agreed-upon sale price. The Tea House
Board is donating $7,600 to the City for this purchase through a separate agreement.
Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, Public Services Department, Japanese Cultural
Center Division, Operating Services Account No. 101–753.00-805.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

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From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

P2037-25 Ojibway Island Amphitheater Renovations

Prepared by:

Jay Gustin, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of a purchase with Mid-State Builders for $198,376.00 for the
renovations of the Ojibway Island amphitheater for the Public Services Department,
Facilities Division.
Justification:
On November 12, 2024, the City received bids for the Ojibway Island stage
improvements. Mid-State Builders was the lowest bidder. The existing stage on Ojibway
Island, constructed in the 1970s, requires restoration to continue hosting special events.
Restoration will include several improvements, such as replacing the existing wood
decking with new treated lumber and composite decking. Additional work involves
sandblasting and painting all steel components, including the stage roof and railings. The
project will also replace existing pavers with concrete and upgrade the electrical service.
The Saginaw County Board of Commissioners approved the allocation of $100,000 in
American Rescue Plan Act funding to support this project, which was recognized at the
April 8, 2024 meeting. The City has budgeted the remaining $98,376 in General Fund
dollars for the restoration. Below is a tabulation of the bids received:
Vendor

Cost/Ton

Mid-State Builders
Merrill, MI

$198,376.00

J.R. Heineman & Sons Inc
Saginaw, MI (In City)

$229,000.00

Wolgast Corporation, Inc.
Saginaw, MI (Out City)

$262,253.00

Pumford Construction, Inc.
Saginaw, MI (Out City)

$293,783.00

This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

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Fund are budgeted in the General Fund, Department of Public Services, Parks
Maintenance Division, Construction Project Account No. 101-770.00-955.003 in the
amount of $98,376 and in the American Rescue Plan Act Fund, County Division,
Construction Project Account No. 285-198.08-955.003 in the amount of $100,000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Purchase of Scorpion II Trailer Attenuator

Prepared by:

Alex Niedecken, Public Services Department

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Give’ Em a Brake Safety for $36,611.00
for a Scorpion II Trailer Attenuator for the Public Services Department, Streets Division.
Justification:
On December 10, 2024, three bids were received for a Scorpion II Trailer Attenuator.
The City’s Streets Division is purchasing a Scorpion II Trailer Attenuator to enhance
safety for both City employees and the public. This equipment is designed to be towed
behind larger vehicles and serves a critical safety function by mitigating the impact of
collisions. The trailer is specifically engineered to absorb the force of impacts from
external vehicles, thereby reducing the risk of severe injuries and damage. The
acquisition of this trailer attenuator aligns with the City’s commitment to ensure the
safety of its workforce and the public during road maintenance, right of way tree work,
and brush collection activities. Give’ Em a Brake Safety was the lowest bidder for the
attenuator. The following is a tabulation of the bids received.
Vendor

Cost

Give’ EM a Brake Safety
Saginaw, MI (Out of City)

$36,611.00

Street Smart Rentals LLC
Columbus, MN

$37,820.00

Holzberg Communications Inc
Totowa, NJ

$38,914.00

This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Major Street Fund, Routine Maintenance Division,
Maintenance Equipment Account No. 202-449.02-978.00 $18,305.50, and Rubbish
Collection Fund, Brush Collection Division, Maintenance Equipment Account No. 226523.00-978.000 $18,305.50.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.
January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Purchase of Leica Data Collector

Prepared by:

Travis Hare, Public Services Department

CC-12

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Leica Geosystems, Inc. for $27,844.00 for
a Leica GS18T data collector for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
Justification:
On December 30, 2024, a sole quote was received from Leica Geosystems, Inc. for one
Leica GS18T GNSS + CS20 LTE data collector. This data collector is a replacement for
a unit that was damaged on a construction project. The data collectors are used to inspect
and record as-constructed information for all road, water, and sewer construction within
the right-of-way. This data collector is needed to accommodate increased yearly
construction project inspections. Leica Geosystems, Inc. is the certified Michigan supplier
of Leica data collector equipment, and this purchase will be made using MiDeal State bid
pricing contract No. 180000000005.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Major Street Fund, Public Service’s Engineering
Administration Division, Maintenance Equipment Account No. 202-447.02-978.000
$9,281.33, the Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division, Maintenance
Equipment Account No. 590-546.02-978.000 $9,281.33, and the Water Operations and
Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division, Maintenance Equipment Account No. 591-546.01978.000 $9,281.34.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION

CC-13

From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

MIO Technical Assistance Grant Agreement – RAISE Grant Application

Prepared by:

Travis Hare, Public Services Department

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of the Technical Assistance Grant Agreement with the Michigan
Infrastructure Office (MIO) Technical Assistance Center in the amount of $25,500 for the Public
Services Department, Engineering Division.
Justification:
MIO released Technical Assistance Grant opportunities in February 2023. The program allows
eligible recipients to directly contract with pre-qualified consultants through their Metropolitan
Planning Organization (MPO) to get reimbursed for approved services. Approved services include
grant identification, project management, grant writing and administration for projects supported
with federal infrastructure discretionary grants. Each MPO had to select one project that they
would apply for a grant for through the federal infrastructure discretionary grants. The selected
project for the Saginaw MPO, Saginaw Area Transportation Agency (SATA), was the Genesee
Avenue Bridge Replacement. This project was used to apply for a Rebuilding American
Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant through the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
Wade Trim was selected by the City of Saginaw to provide grant writing services to apply for the
RAISE Grant. Their proposed fee for all work necessary to apply for the RAISE Grant during the
FY24 funding cycle was a total of $25,500. As part of the application for the Technical Assistance
Grant, the City was required to send the executed agreement between the City and Wade Trim,
to the MIO Technical Assistance Center. Through their review of the grant application, the City of
Saginaw was awarded the grant for full reimbursement of costs incurred to Wade Trim for their
work associated with applying for the RAISE Grant. This grant does not have a local match
requirement associated with it.
However, in July 2024, the City was notified that we were not selected for a RAISE Grant award.
The City will continue to identify other grant opportunities for the Genesee Avenue Bridge
Replacement project.
The MIO Technical Assistance Center requires that the City of Saginaw enter into an agreement
for the purpose of setting forth the rights and obligations of the parties.
I have approved the agreement as to substance and is subject to City Attorney approval as to
form.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Purchase Replacement Mower

Prepared by:

Alex Niedecken, Public Services Department

CC-14

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of a purchase with Lingle Equipment Inc for $17,041.72 for a
Kubota ZD1211L-3-72 Mower for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Water Treatment Division.
Justification:
On December 16, 2024, a quote was received for a Kubota ZD1211L-3-72 Mower. The
Water Treatment Plant has included this mower in their FY25 budget. It will replace a
2019 Toro Zero Turn, unit 55-ZT12. This mower is primarily used for the Water
Treatment facility and three booster outstations. The existing equipment has undergone
numerous repairs and has exceeded its expected service life, with 1,351 hours of use.
The old unit will be decommissioned and sold. This purchase will be made through
Sourcewell contract #082923-KBA with Lingle Equipment Inc.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Surplus Division,
Maintenance Equipment Account No. 591-546.01-978.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Ratification for Underground Tank Cleaning

Prepared by:

Theodore Bomba, Water and Wastewater

CC-15

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend ratification of an emergency purchase with Owl Services USA for
$5,500.00 for cleaning of the Water Treatment Plant’s Underground Fuel Tanks for the
Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water Treatment Division.
Justification:
On December 6, 2024, emergency purchase order #520829 was issued to Owl Services
USA, for the cleaning and polishing of two underground fuel tanks and fuel lines. The
diesel generator fuel system has been contaminated by biological organisms. Plant
staff have treated the tanks to control the organisms. Waste sludge created from the
organisms plugged the generators fuel filters interrupting power generation. This
cleaning removed the sludge. Quotes were requested from Michigan firms specializing
in tank maintenance. Owl Services USA was the only area vendor performing this
service and they provided a quote.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Treatment and
Pumping Division Professional Services Account No. 591-542.01-801.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

DTN Weather Services

Prepared by:

Dan Simmer, Water & Wastewater

CC-16

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend approval of a purchase with DTN, LLC, a sole source, for $5,594.40 to
provide weather services for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Water Treatment Division.
Justification:
This service allows the Water Treatment Plant staff to track in-coming storms and
properly assess the need for emergency power generation. Information provided by this
service includes radar, lightning strike occurrences and wind speeds, to allow for faster
response for approaching storms. Generators are run when storms approach, to help
maintain proper water pressure. DTN, LLC is the sole provider of this service and has
been providing it to us since September of 1996.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Instrumentation
and Process Controls Division’s Subscription/Reference Account No. 591-539.01956.002.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Magnetic Drive Pump

Prepared by:

John Frollo, Water and Wastewater

CC-17

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with USA Bluebook for $4,238.90 for a Finish
Thompson Magnetic Drive pump for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Services
Department, Remote Facilities Division.
Justification:
The Remote Facilities Division manages seven Retention Treatment Basins (RTBs)
across the city, which are essential for storing and treating excess wastewater during wet
weather events.
Hypochlorite, a liquid bleach, is used to disinfect the wastewater before it is discharged
into the Saginaw River. Each RTB is equipped with multiple magnetic drive pumps that
feed, mix, and transfer hypochlorite. Recently, one of these pumps at the Weiss St. RTB
began to fail and needs to be replaced.
On November 11, 2024, USA Bluebook agreed to match their winning bid from FY23 for
the replacement of the same model pump at the Salt Fraser RTB. To ensure price
competitiveness, the costs from previous bid participants were verified to be higher than
the FY23 winning bid.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Remote Facilities
Division, Less Than $5,000.00 Account No. 590-548.00-971.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Fiberglass Tank Replacement

Prepared by:

John Frollo, Water and Wastewater

CC-18

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a purchase with Wagner Enterprise Inc., a sole source, for
$75,010.00 for a fiberglass sodium hypochlorite tank, for the Water and Wastewater
Treatment Services Department, Remote Facilities Division.
Justification:
The City's seven Retention and Treatment Basins (RTBs) use sodium hypochlorite to
disinfect excess wet weather flows before discharging into the Saginaw River. Each
RTB stores sodium hypochlorite in fiberglass or concrete tanks. Given their age and
condition, the 16 tanks in the system are scheduled for repair or replacement under the
Capital Improvement Plan.
In FY 24, two tanks were repaired, bringing the total number of repaired tanks to three.
Additional tanks will be repaired each year, based on their condition, until they have all
been renewed. A hypochlorite tank at the 14th Street Retention Treatment Basin (RTB)
is scheduled for replacement this fiscal year. On December 6, 2024, a sole source
quote was obtained from Wagner Enterprise Inc., the exclusive representative for
Belding Tanks, to supply the direct replacement tank required for the 14th Street RTB.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Sewer Surplus,
Repairs and Replacements Account No. 590-546.02-974-000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Blanket Purchase for Hach

Prepared by:

John Frollo, Water and Wastewater

CC-19

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of a blanket purchase with Hach Company for $75,000.00 for
meters, analyzers, and testing equipment for the Water and Wastewater Treatment
Services Department, Wastewater Treatment, and Pumping Division.
Justification:
Meters and analyzers are crucial for monitoring water quality, optimizing treatment
processes, ensuring compliance with NPDES permits, detecting plant process issues
early, and managing resources efficiently by optimizing chemical and energy usage.
City personnel have historically found Hach equipment to be both reliable and costeffective.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Sewer Operations and Maintenance Fund, Treatment and
Pumping Division's Repairs and Replacement Account 590-542.02-974.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

Ratification for Sodium Hypochlorite Tank Repair

Prepared by:

Theodore Bomba, Water and Wastewater

CC-20

Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend ratification of an emergency purchase with Trivaco for $20,000.00 for
repair of the Water Treatment Plant’s Sodium Hypochlorite Bulk Storage Tank for the
Water and Wastewater Treatment Services Department, Water Treatment Division.
Justification:
On January 8, 2025, emergency purchase order #521026 was issued to Trivaco, for the
repair of a leak and preventative maintenance repairs to the Sodium Hypochlorite Bulk
Tank. Sodium Hypochlorite (bleach) is the disinfectant for our drinking water and is
essential to the treatment plants operation. Repair of water treatment chemical tanks is
a specialized service required to meet specifications for use in drinking water. Trivaco
was recommended by the tank manufacturer for these repairs. Therefore, a quote was
requested and accepted to make this emergency repair.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting,
and Selling Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I,
"Administrative Code," of the Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Water Operations and Maintenance Fund, Treatment and
Pumping Division, General Repairs Account No. 591-542.01-930.000.
Council Action:
Motion to approve the recommendation of the City Manager.

January 13, 2025
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ORDINANCE

O-1

Moved by Council Member ___________, seconded by Council Member
____________ that an ordinance introduced on December 9, 2024 be taken up and
enacted, entitled and reading as follows:
O-_______
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE OFFICIAL CITY MAP TO REZONE, 2419
MACKINAW STREET, DESCRIBED AS PART OF LOTS 31 & 32, A.A. PARSONS
ADDITION VIZ. BEG. AT N.W. CORNER OF SAID LOT 31 THENCE S.ELY. ALONG
MACKINAW ST. 88.60 FT., THENCE S. 40 DEG. 18 MIN. W. 67.35 FT. THENCE SLY.
PARL. TO THURMAN ST. 40.26 FT.,THENCE WLY. AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THURMAN
ST. 110 FT. TO ELY. LINE OF THURMAN ST., THENCE NLY. ALONG ELY. LINE OF
SAID THURMAN ST. 60 FT., THENCE N. 87 DEG.16 MIN. 30 SEC. E. 89.25 FT. TO W.
LINE OF SAID LOT 31 THENCE NLY. ALONG SAID LOT LINE 88 FT.TO POINT OF BEG.,
CITY OF SAGINAW, FROM B-1, LOCAL BUSINESS DISTRICT TO R-3, LOW DENSITY
MULTIPLE DWELLING RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
The City of Saginaw Ordains:
Section 1. To amend the official city map to rezone, 2419 Mackinaw Street, described as
part of lots 31 & 32, A.A. Parsons Addition viz. beg. at N.W. corner of said lot 31 thence
SEly along Mackinaw St. 88.60 ft., thence S.40 deg.18 min. W. 67.35 ft. thence Sly parl. to
Thurman St. 40.26 ft., thence Wly at right angles to Thurman St. 110 ft. to Ely line of
Thurman St., thence Nly along Ely line of said Thurman St. 60 ft., thence N. 87 deg.16 min.
30 sec. E. 89.25 ft. to W. line of said lot 31 thence Nly along said lot line 88 ft.to point of
beg., City Of Saginaw, from B-1, Local Business District to R-3, Low Density Multiple
Dwelling Residential District;
Section 2. That the official map of the City of Saginaw is hereby amended accordingly.
This ordinance shall become effective January 23, 2025.
Enacted:
January 13, 2025.
Yeas:
Nays:
Absent:
ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED

_______________________________
Brenda F. Moore
Mayor

__________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk
January 13, 2025
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ORDINANCE

O-1

I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that
the foregoing is a true and complete copy of the ordinance adopted by the City of
Saginaw, Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on January 20,
2025; the original thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was
conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public
Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be
made available as required.

______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

January 13, 2025
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RESOLUTION

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RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SPONSORS OF VARIOUS COMMUNITY EVENTS
THE USE OF AMPLIFYING EQUIPMENT

Moved by Council Member _________________,
_________________ to adopt the following resolution:

seconded

by

Council

Member

WHEREAS, the sponsors (as listed below) plan to hold the following events:
Name of Event
Outhouse Races

Location
Hoyt Park

Date
2/15

Sponsor
PRIDE

Bringing Back the
Ice
National Day of
Prayer

Hoyt Park

1/18,1/25,2/1,2/8, 2/15

PRIDE

1435 S
Washington
Ave
Ojibway Island

5/1

Center of Attraction

8/2

Vicki Hill

Washington
Ave.
500 Federal
Ave
Ojibway Island

5/26

Saginaw Co. Veterans
Memorial Plaza, Inc.
Historical Society

Morley Plaza

6/14

Shiawassee NWR/
Green Point ELC
COSBE, Inc.

Morley Plaza

6/19

COSBE Inc.

Saginaw
Community
Foundation
Annual
Celebration

Morley Plaza

6/26

Saginaw Community
Foundation

Light Up The City

Ojibway Island

Brew at the Zoo

Children’s Zoo

Fireworks
Friday Night Live

Ojibway Island
Morley Plaza

Lawnchair
Filmfest

100 S. Hamilton

Gospel Fest
Memorial Day
Parade
Jazz on Jefferson
Kid’s Free Fishing
Day
Juneteenth
Celebration and
Parade
Saginaw
Juneteenth

6/4
6/19

TBD
6/17
7/4
7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8,
8/15
7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3,
8/10, 8/17, 8/24

Consumers Energy
Children’s Zoo at
Celebration Square
Saginaw Area Fireworks
PRIDE
Old Town Saginaw
Association
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RESOLUTION
Rock-N-Blues Rib
Fest
African Cultural
Festival
Saginaw Art Fair
Pups in the Park
Meet Me on the
Bridge
4th Annual Fiesta
K’Onda
Team One Run
for Wine
2024 BWell
Saginaw Strides
Towards Wellness
Race Series
Holidays in the
Heart of the City
PRIDE Christmas
Parade

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Ojibway Island

7/26

Def Cutz Entertainment

Morley
School/Park
2701 Lapeer St.
Ojibway Island
Celebration
Park
1903 N Niagara
ST
Morley Plaza

8/8, 8/9, 8/10

Saginaw African
Cultural Fest Committee

9/12-9/14

Miguel Torres

Riverwalk/South
Washington
Ave.
1915 Fordney
ST

9/17

Andrew Brady

9/27

Saginaw Community
Foundation

Various
Locations
S. Washington
Ave- Court &
Ezra Rust St.

11/21

PRIDE

11/22

PRIDE

8/8-8/9
8/23

Lauren Collison
Stacey Campbell

8/30

E Charlene Washington

WHEREAS, the above sponsors have annual events and request permission to use amplifying
equipment on the dates listed above; and
WHEREAS, City Council can provide authorization for the use of amplifying equipment on
public property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Saginaw hereby
authorizes the use of amplifying equipment during the above events listed with dates and
locations (subject to change), between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., to be held at the
various locations listed in the (above) chart.

Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:

January 13, 2025
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RESOLUTION

R-1
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED

I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of Saginaw,
Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on January 13, 2025; the original
thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was conducted and public notice of said
meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, and
minutes of this meeting were kept and will be made available as required.

______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

January 13, 2025
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RESOLUTION

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RESOLUTION TO SPONSORS OF VARIOUS COMMUNITY EVENTS TO
PERMIT THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Moved by Council Member _________________, seconded by Council Member
_________________ to adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the sponsors (as listed below) plan to hold the following events:
Name of Event
Outhouse Races

Location
Hoyt Park

Date
2/15

Jazz on Jefferson

6/4

Brew at the Zoo

Jefferson Avenue
Downtown
Children’s Zoo

6/17

Fireworks

Ojibway Island

7/4

Friday Night Live

Morley Plaza

Rock-N-Blues Rib Fest

Ojibway Island

7/11,
7/18,
7/25, 8/1,
8/9, 8/15

4th Annual Fiesta K?Onda

Morley Plaza

Saginaw Harvest Table
Team One Run for Wine

Morley Plaza
Riverwalk/South
Washington Ave.

7/26

9/7
9/17
9/12-9/14

Sponsor
PRIDE/Friends of
Hoyt Park
Historical Society of
Saginaw County
Children’s Zoo at
Celebration Square
Saginaw Area
Fireworks
PRIDE

Def Cutz Entertainment

PRIDE
Andrew Brady
Miguel Torres

WHEREAS, the above sponsors have annual events and request permission to sell
alcoholic beverages on the dates listed above; and
WHEREAS, City Council can provide authorization for the sale of alcoholic beverages
on public property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Saginaw
hereby authorizes the sale of alcoholic beverages during the above events listed with
dates and locations (subject to change), between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 10:00
p.m., to be held at the various locations listed in the (above) chart.
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:

January 13, 2025
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RESOLUTION

R-2
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED

I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that
the foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of
Saginaw, Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on January 13,
2025; the original thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was
conducted and public notice of said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public
Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended, and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be
made available as required.
______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC

City Clerk

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

TAP Grant Submission – Iron Belle Trail North Connector

Prepared by:

Travis Hare, Public Services Department

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend adoption of the resolution authorizing the submission of a Michigan Transportation
Alternatives Program grant application for the construction of the Iron Belle Trail North
Connector from the intersection of Janes Avenue and Water Street to the intersection of Weiss
and Carrollton Streets for the Public Services Department, Engineering Division.
Justification:
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced a competitive grant process
administered by the MDOT Office of Economic Development (OED) for the enhancement of
Michigan’s intermodal transportation system, and projects that provide safe alternative
transportation options. This program is being run through the Michigan Transportation
Alternatives Program (TAP). This existing segment of the Iron Belle Trail utilizes a combination
of separated trail segments and share-the-road segments where pedestrians traversing the Iron
Belle Trail must share the road with vehicular traffic. The project would include the construction
of a separated trail where share-the-road is currently used and would also rehabilitate the
existing segments of separated trail. Improvements under the Genesee Avenue and Johnson
Street Bridges and converting one lane on the Johnson Street Bridge to two-way bike traffic
would be included as part of the overall project.
The total project cost is approximately $1,095,817.00. The grant application is for $657,490.00,
approximately 60% of the total construction cost. The City would be required to provide a 40%
match and any cost overruns, which is approximately $438,327.00 of the total construction cost.
The City is proposing to provide a 40% match to increase project competitiveness.
If the grant is awarded, funds for the match will be budgeted in the Major Street Fund, Streets
Projects Division’s Construction Projects Account No. 202-451.00-955.003, upon approval of
the FY 2026 budget.
Council Action:
This council communication is for informational purposes only of the resolution to be adopted.

January 13, 2025
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RESOLUTION

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MDOT TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM GRANT
FOR IRON BELLE TRAIL NORTH CONNECTOR PROJECT
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced a
competitive grant process administered by the MDOT Office of Economic Development
(OED) for the enhancement of Michigan’s intermodal transportation system, and projects
that provide safe alternative transportation options; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw wishes to submit an MDOT Transportation Alternatives
Program (TAP) grant application to support the extension of the Iron Belle Trail from the
intersection of Janes Avenue and Water Street northerly to the intersection of Weiss and
Carrollton Streets, alternatively known as the Iron Belle Trail North Connector; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw wishes to submit an application for the TAP grant in the
amount of $657,490.00, 60% of the total construction cost, with the City providing a
$438,327.00 match, 40% of the total construction cost, for a total project cost of
$1,095,817.00; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw has been diligent and continues to provide safe
pedestrian and non-motorized access throughout the community, as supported in the
City’s transportation plan; and
WHEREAS: non-motorized pathways and pedestrian safety improvements are a priority
in the City of Saginaw Master Plan; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw commits to owning/operating the constructed facility
and funding/implementing a maintenance plan/program in perpetuity and causing
operations and maintenance to occur; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw commits to being responsible for engineering, permits,
administration, any cost overruns, and any non-participating items; and
WHEREAS: the City of Saginaw has authorized Travis Hare, City Engineer, to act as
agent on behalf of the City to request TAP funding and to act as the applicant’s agent
during the project development; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Saginaw hereby authorizes
the submittal of a Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant application in the
amount of $657,490.00 to support construction of the Iron Belle Trail North Connector.

January 13, 2025
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RESOLUTION

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Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED
I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of Saginaw,
Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on January 13, 2025; the
original thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was conducted and public
notice of said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976,
as amended, and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be made available as
required.

______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk

January 13, 2025
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
From:

Timothy Morales, City Manager

Subject:

MDOT Cost Agreement 24-5490, Court Street Bridge

Prepared by:

Travis Hare, Public Services Department

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Manager’s Recommendation:
I recommend the approval of Cost Agreement 24-5490 with the Michigan Department of
Transportation for the preventative maintenance of the Court Street Bridge for the Public Services
Department, Engineering Division.
Justification:
Michigan Department of Transportation Cost Agreement 24-5490 is for the purpose of fixing the
rights and obligations of the parties in agreeing to the following improvements for the preventative
maintenance on Court Street over the Saginaw River, (Structure No. 9435), including concrete
deck and sidewalk patching, replacement of the bridge deck expansion joints and electrical
handholes, silane treatment of bridge deck and sidewalk fascia, epoxy overlay on deck and
sidewalk, reconstruction of west reinforced concrete bridge approach, and permanent pavement
markings; and all together with necessary related work.
The total estimated project cost is $1,675,000 and is partially funded with Federal Funds and
State Local Bridge Funds. Federal Funds shall be applied to the project cost at a participation
ratio equal to 80 percent, up to an amount not to exceed $1,340,000. State Local Bridge Funds
shall be applied to the project cost at a participation ratio equal to 15 percent, up to an amount
not to exceed $251,250. The balance of the project costs, after deduction of all Federal and State
funds, shall be paid by the City of Saginaw. In summary, Federal and State funds will pay for
$1,591,250 of the project costs; the City is responsible for $83,750 and any cost overruns.
This vendor meets all requirements of §14.33, "Vendors," of "Purchasing, Contracting, and Selling
Procedure," of Chapter 14, "Finance and Purchasing,” of Title I, "Administrative Code," of the
Saginaw Code of Ordinances, O-204.
Funds are budgeted in the Major Street Fund, Bridge Projects Division, Construction Projects
Account No. 202-446.02-955.003 $50,000 and will be budgeted in the FY 2026 Major Street Fund,
Bridge Projects Division, Construction Projects Account No. 202-446.02-955.003 $33,750, upon
approval of the FY 2026 budget.
I have approved the cost agreement as to substance and the City Attorney as to form.
Council Action:
This Council Communication is for informational purposes of the resolution to be adopted.

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RESOLUTION

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APPROVING MDOT COST AGREEMENT 24-5490
FOR THE PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE OF THE COURT STREET BRIDGE
Moved by Council Member __________, seconded by Council Member _________ to
adopt the following resolution:
WHEREAS: Cost Agreement No. 24-5490 has been submitted by the Michigan
Department of Transportation, which requires the City of Saginaw to adopt a resolution
indicating its willingness to participate in the cost of preventative maintenance work on
the Court Street Bridge over the Saginaw River (Structure No. 9435); including concrete
deck and sidewalk patching, replacement of the bridge deck expansion joints and
electrical handholes, silane treatment of bridge deck and sidewalk fascia, epoxy overlay
on deck and sidewalk, reconstruction of west reinforced concrete bridge approach, and
permanent pavement markings; and all together with necessary related work; and
WHEREAS: Cost Agreement No. 24-5490 has been approved by the City Manager as
to substance and the City Attorney as to form; and
WHEREAS: By virtue of their positions, the Mayor and City Manager are authorized to
sign the cost agreement contract.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Council for the City of Saginaw does
hereby approve Cost Agreement No. 24-5490 as submitted by the Michigan Department
of Transportation.
Ayes:
Nays:
Absent:
RESOLUTION DECLARED ADOPTED
I, Kristine Bolzman, City Clerk of the City of Saginaw, Michigan, do hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and complete copy of the resolution adopted by the City of Saginaw,
Saginaw County, State of Michigan, at a public meeting held on January 13, 2025; the
original thereof is on file in the records of my office; the meeting was conducted and public
notice of said meeting was given pursuant to Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976,
as amended, and minutes of this meeting were kept and will be made available as
required.

______________________________
Kristine Bolzman, MiPMC/CMC
City Clerk
January 13, 2025
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