Jerry Staggs

The council discussed the Winter, Spring, and Summer Streets project, including timelines, design progress, environmental reviews, drainage, permits, and construction. The Firefighters Association agreed to host the 30th Firefighter Festival next year, with discussions on potential changes to the event's format. The council approved the closure of streets for the Senior Send Off Holiday Light Parade. They also approved renewing the Eaton County Designated Assessor Agreement and adopted the Eaton County Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement. Additionally, the purchase of turnout gear for the Fire Department was approved. The council considered building boxes around trees on Main Street to hold mulch in place but postponed the discussion pending further information on ADA requirements. Updates were provided on ordinance book amendments, city and police department policies, the Compensation Committee, and the Fire Station Committee. Department head reports covered fire incidents, police training and activities, DPW winter preparations and installations, and clerk/treasurer updates on IT onboarding and election results.

The council addressed concerns about residents parking vehicles and travel trailers in their yards, and discussed the enforcement of related ordinances. They appointed a new Police Administrative Officer and a new Chief of Police. The council approved the municipal insurance renewal, reviewed a proposal for bridge funding assistance, and discussed the installation of new "Welcome to Olivet" signs. Additionally, they discussed a Winter-Spring-Summer Streets project, approved the purchase of new carpet for the DPW building, and revised the parking ticket process. The council also approved the Halloween Open House and trick-or-treating hours and discussed the future of the Firefighters Festival.

The council discussed concerns from residents about parking and junk accumulation in yards, as well as updates from Eaton County regarding budget hearings and zoning contracts. The University of Olivet's Homecoming road closures were addressed, including requests for banner parades and block parties. The council also reviewed a procurement policy, certified grant administrator proposals, environmental consultants proposals, SHPO proposals, and leaf pick-up services. Additionally, the purchase of tires for the F550 was approved, and discussions were held regarding a sidewalk on Court Street. Project updates included ordinance book amendments, city policies, police department policies, compensation committee, fire station committee, event form, and city of Olivet signs.

The council discussed and took action on several key items, including a Fowl Ordinance Amendment, Olivet Community Schools Homecoming Parade road closures, and a presentation from WOCR, The University of Olivet's student-run radio station. They also discussed a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an engineer to support the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) grant and a proposal from Wightman & Associates for engineering services. Additionally, the council addressed an IT Support Contract with Adna Technologies, an Amended School Resource Officer (SRO) Contract, a Budget Amendment for Parks, a Raise Correction, and the Parks Master Plan. Project updates were provided, and department heads gave their reports. The meeting concluded with commissioner comments and the approval of bills.

The council discussed a proposal from Wightman & Associates for design engineering services and permitting for improvements to Summer, Winter, and Spring Streets, contingent upon MEDC approval. Road closures for The University of Olivet events were approved, pending the provision of diagrams/maps to the Police Chief and DPW Director. An attorney retainer agreement with the Harkness Law Firm, PLLC, was approved. The purchase of weight limit signs for the Main Street bridge was approved following an inspection revealing stress areas. The council agreed to move forward with the amended Fowl Ordinance and schedule a Public Hearing. Project updates included discussions on ordinance book amendments, city policies, police department policies, and the Parks Master Plan. Road closures for the Firefighters Festival were also approved.