City of Fraser

The agenda includes a public hearing for ZBA 25-03 regarding variances for Hockeyland Properties, LLC, specifically concerning parking lot striping and lighting, paving requirements, and fence installation. The meeting will also cover the monthly report, planning commission liaison updates, and a public comment section.

The agenda for the meeting includes a call to order, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call, and approval of the agenda for January 15, 2026. Key new business items scheduled are the interview of three candidates (Frank Farina, Mark Burley, Scott Wahl), discussion of the 2026 Meeting Calendar and Election of Officers, and review of the 2025 Annual Planning/Zoning Report. The agenda also notes an update on the December Monthly Report and allows time for public comment.

The meeting included discussions and considerations regarding an ordinance amendment for corner lot fences on residential properties. The planning commission reviewed two options for privacy fences on residentially zoned corner lots, focusing on their placement, potential impact on neighborhood aesthetics, and safety considerations related to visibility at intersections and driveways. The commission also discussed the history of the fence review committee, which was previously involved in approving fence applications.

The meeting addressed the approval of the 2026 Recreation Commission Meeting Schedule. Volunteer Group Reports were provided by the Fraser First Booster Club, noting upcoming parade participation and plans for future park amenities like a splash pad and amphitheater based on community feedback, and the Fraser Beautification Club, highlighting tree planting efforts in partnership with DTE and ReLeaf Michigan. The Administration Report covered the success of recent Vendor Markets, details regarding Christmas in Fraser and the Fire Department Open House, upcoming events such as 'Bugs On Wheels,' and staffing updates for the Senior Activity Center bus driver position. Commission members discussed potentially restarting 'The Little Kickers' or 'The Little Slugger' leagues contingent upon improvements to Steffens Park fields, and noted that children's craft days were on hold due to limited room availability.

The agenda for the City Council meeting scheduled for January 8, 2026, includes several key items. Under the Consent Agenda, approval is sought for the City Council Meeting Minutes from December 11, 2025, receiving Board/Commission Meeting Minutes, and receiving Check Disbursements and the Revenue and Expenditure Report, as well as the Alternative Compliance Examination for CSLFRF - FY 2024-25. A Closed Session is scheduled for strategy discussion with legal counsel regarding negotiations related to a collective bargaining agreement. New Business features a Public Hearing for the 2026 CDBG Nonprofit Allocation, discussion on the 2026 Poverty Exemption Policy, and considerations regarding the Working Foreman Position, authorization to fill a DPS Captain vacancy, and an Election Commission Appointment. Returning Business includes the Library Subcommittee Report.