THE COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BUCHANAN, in compliance with Michigan’s Open Meetings Act, hereby gives notice of a regular meeting of the Buchanan City Commission to be held in the Chamber of City Hall.
* Requests to be added to the agenda as a “Scheduled Matter from the Floor” should be submitted in writing to the City Clerk at least 5 business days prior to the scheduled meeting during which the speaker wishes to appear, and the approval of such requests remain within the discretion of the Mayor. If denied, the speaker may nonetheless speak during the “non-agenda items only” public comments section of the agenda.
* Those who are unable to appear during a meeting but who still wish to share public comment may submit such comments in written form to the City Clerk at least 4 hours in advance of the meeting.
* Individuals with disabilities may request necessary reasonable accommodations by submitting requests to the City Clerk, preferably at least 24 hours in advance.
* Written requests and comments may be submitted to the City Clerk either in person or via mail to Buchanan City Hall, 302 N. Redbud Trail, Buchanan, MI 49107, or via email to bpitcher@cityofbuchanan.com
August 23, 2021, Regular Meeting Minutes; August 30, 2021, Special Meeting Minutes
Sunday, October 31, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Jason Washler from Prein & Newhof to present the scope of the project.
Jerry Flenar to provide an update on the trail expansion.
Jerry Flenar and Wayne Writer to discuss plans for this year's Trek-N-Treat.
Community Development Director Rich Murphy will present drafts to the City Commission of the first two economic development incentive programs, the Buchanan Façade Program and the Restaurant Incentive Program.
Asphalt Bids
Location Vendor Bid
Mill Race Parking Lot Affordable Asphalt $37.500.00
Ravish Park Affordable Asphalt $17,800.00
Ravish Park Arnt Asphalt Sealing Inc. $61,530.00
Third Street Affordable Asphalt $19,350.00
Third Street Arnt Asphalt Sealing Inc. $25,000.00
DPW Building Update
Third Street Update
Consider payment of invoice from the Greater Niles Chamber of Commerce.
Consider approval of the Pinnacle Emporium Event originally proposed during the August 23, 2021, City Commission meeting.
Consider adopting Resolution 2021.09/235 to establish an Emergency Management Coordinator to liaise with the County. Tim Ganus, Director of Public Services and Chief of Police will serve in this capacity.
Update the AFSCME Contract to revise the pay period.
Consider the Local Government Approval for a liquor license transfer application from Robert Maynard for the property located at 116 Main St. (Maize & Brew Ltd. d/b/a B&W Old Village Inn.
Consider entering into Closed Session pursuant to MCL 15.268 Section 8 (h) to discuss matters subject to attorney-client privilege.
City Manager Grace's review is due to be completed and the contract states the evaluation process to be used shale be established by the City Commission at least 30 days prior to each evaluation.
The Buchanan High School Homecoming Parade will be held on October 8, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. and will feature an appearance by Hannah Roberts, Olympic Silver Medalists in Women's BMX.