*This meeting was joined in progress* Public Hearing #1 In accordance with Title 28A Section 653 MRSA 1964 a public hearing will be held on September 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Council Chambers of Belfast City Hall to hear an application by the Midcoast Conservancy, located at 202 US Route One, Edgecomb, Maine for an Incorporated Civic Organization license, for the Wild & Scenic Film Festival to be held at the University of Maine, Hutchinson Center in Belfast, Maine. Public Hearing #2 In accordance with Title 28A Section 653 MRSA 1964 a public hearing will be held on September 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Council Chambers of Belfast City Hall to hear an application by Randall Collins VFW Post 3108 located at 34 Field Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant Class liquor license, interior and exterior decks. Public Hearing #3 Pursuant to the Special Amusement Ordinance of the City of Belfast and the provision of Title 28-A Section 1054 MRSA a public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of Belfast City Hall on September 17, 201-9 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter on an application for a renewal Special Amusement Permit for Randall Collins VFW Post 3108 located at 34 Field Street, for live music, vocals, karaoke, DJ dancing, and all live entertainment (interior/exterior).
In accordance with Title 28A Section 653 MRSA 1964 a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter, on an application by The Crusty Crab LLC d/b/a Front Street Pub, located at 37B Front Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant Class liquor license, interior and exterior fenced in deck.
Pursuant to the Special Amusement Ordinance of the City of Belfast and the provision of Title 28-A Section 1054 MRSA, a public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of Belfast City Hall on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter on an application for a renewal Special Amusement Permit by The Crusty Crab LLC d/b/a Front Street Pub for live entertainment, music vocals- Karaoke, DJ and dancing located at 37B Front Street, Belfast, Maine interior and exterior deck.
1) Call to order 2) Roll call: Mayor Samantha Paradis; Councilors Mary Mortier, Neal Harkness, Eric Sanders, Michael Hurley and Paul Dean, City Manager Joseph Slocum, and Admin. Assistant Manda Cushman. 3) Pledge of Allegiance
Open to the public If you are here to speak, please come to the podium, identify yourself, and state your town of residence. The Council values your input and respectfully asks that comments be limited to 3 minutes. This is an opportunity for the Council to listen but not to respond in any kind of question and answer format. The Council will reflect on your comments and consider them for possible action at a later date.
Permits, Petitions and Licenses - Consent Agenda A. Request to approve an application by the Midcoast Conservancy, located at 202 US Route One, Edgecomb, Maine for an Incorporated Civic Organization license, for the Wild & Scenic Film Festival to be held at the University of Maine, Hutchinson Center in Belfast, Maine. B. Request to approve an application by Randall Collins VFW Post 3108 located at 34 Field Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant Class liquor license, interior and exterior decks. C. Request to approve an application for a renewal Special Amusement Permit for Randall Collins VFW Post 3108 located at 34 Field Street, for live music, vocals, karaoke, DJ dancing, and all live entertainment (interior/exterior). D. Request to approve an application by The Crusty Crab LLC d/b/a Front Street Pub, located at 37B Front Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant Class liquor license, interior and exterior fenced in deck. E. Request to approve an application for a renewal Special Amusement Permit by The Crusty Crab LLC d/b/a Front Street Pub for live entertainment, music vocals- Karaoke, DJ and dancing located at 37B Front Street, Belfast, Maine interior and exterior deck. F. Request to approve an off premises catering permit for the American Legion Frank D. Hazeltine Post 43 for a celebration of appreciation located in the American Legion Hall (Main Function Hall), 143 Church Street, Belfast on September 28, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to midnight. G. Request to approve an extension of liquor license on premise permit for The Crusty Crab d/b/a Front Street Pub for the Miracle German Shepherd Dog Rescue Fundraiser located at 37 Front Street, Belfast on September 19, 2019. H. Request to approve a Facility Use application by Waterfall Arts for the fourth annual "Chalk Walk" event on the Harbor Walk (Heritage Park section) on Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. I. Request to approve an off premises catering permit for The Otis Group d/b/a Rollie's Bar & Grill for a private wedding located in the Waldo County Shrine Club, 40 Northport Ave., Belfast on September 21, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Public Hearing on proposed amendments to the City Code, Chapter 50, "Streets Sidewalks and other Public Places" that would prohibit certain conduct on all City property.
Discussion and possible action on proposed amendments to City Code Chapter 50 "Streets, Sidewalks and other Public Places" that would prohibit certain conduct on all City property.
Public Hearing on proposed amendments to the City Code, Chapter 10 "Animals", Article II "Dogs", that would increase the fine for leaving behind dog waste and also require that all dogs to be on leashes at all times on all City property, excluding the Dog Park at Walsh Fields.
Discussion and possible action on proposed amendments to the City Code, Chapter 10 "Animals", Article II "Dogs" that would increase the fine for leaving behind dog waste and also require that all dogs to be on leashes at all times on all City property excluding the Dog Park at Walsh Fields.
First Reading on a proposal to amend the City Code, Chapter 58 "Traffic and Vehicles" to eliminate bicycle licensing (Section 58-91 to 58-94) and to prohibit riding bicycles on downtown sidewalks (Section 58-96).
Further discussion on proposed pedestrian and street safety measures at the intersection of Main Street and the lower eastern entrance to the Washington Street Parking Lot.
First Reading on proposed amendments to the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 58, Section 35 "Fines," that would increase the fines for parking tickets in the City.
Request from the Code Enforcement Officer, Bub Fournier, for Council approval to work with the City Attorney to pursue legal action against Jonathan Clapp, owner of property located at 415 High St., regarding violations of the vegetation cutting standards.
Facility Use Request from the Belfast Creative Coalition to install "Community Participation Boxes."
Request from the Public Works Director, Bob Richards, to accept the bids for our proposed surplus equipment and to reject all bids as being insufficient for the value of this equipment.
Request from the Public Works Director, Bob Richards, to purchase a 2019 Silverado medium duty plow truck with a 10'6" plow from O'Connor GMC for $69,229.
Further discussion on the State's proposal to eliminate the jug handle and change the traffic flow at the intersection of Northport Avenue and Route One.
Request from the City Manager to appoint a new Tax Collector and a new Deputy Clerk/Tax Collector.
Request for Council to consider committee appointments to the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Harbor Advisory Committee.
First Reading on proposed Contract Rezoning amendment for the Tracker Supply project on Route # 3.
Request from the Economic Development Director, Thomas Kittredge, for the Council to approve membership for the City's Brownfield Selection Committee.
Request from the Economic Development Director, Thomas Kittredge, for the Council to approve a Community Development Block Grant Public Service Grant Advisory Committee and approval of the membership for the Committee.
Q) Request from the Economic Development Director, Thomas Kittredge, for the Council to approve a Community Development Block Grant Public Service Grant Advisory Committee and approval of the membership for the Committee. 13) Adjourn
*This meeting was joined in progress* Public Hearing #1 In accordance with Title 28A Section 653 MRSA 1964 a public hearing will be held on September 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Council Chambers of Belfast City Hall to hear an application by the Midcoast Conservancy, located at 202 US Route One, Edgecomb, Maine for an Incorporated Civic Organization license, for the Wild & Scenic Film Festival to be held at the University of Maine, Hutchinson Center in Belfast, Maine. Public Hearing #2 In accordance with Title 28A Section 653 MRSA 1964 a public hearing will be held on September 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter in the Council Chambers of Belfast City Hall to hear an application by Randall Collins VFW Post 3108 located at 34 Field Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant Class liquor license, interior and exterior decks. Public Hearing #3 Pursuant to the Special Amusement Ordinance of the City of Belfast and the provision of Title 28-A Section 1054 MRSA a public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of Belfast City Hall on September 17, 201-9 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter on an application for a renewal Special Amusement Permit for Randall Collins VFW Post 3108 located at 34 Field Street, for live music, vocals, karaoke, DJ dancing, and all live entertainment (interior/exterior).
In accordance with Title 28A Section 653 MRSA 1964 a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter, on an application by The Crusty Crab LLC d/b/a Front Street Pub, located at 37B Front Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant Class liquor license, interior and exterior fenced in deck.
Pursuant to the Special Amusement Ordinance of the City of Belfast and the provision of Title 28-A Section 1054 MRSA, a public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of Belfast City Hall on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. or as soon as possible thereafter on an application for a renewal Special Amusement Permit by The Crusty Crab LLC d/b/a Front Street Pub for live entertainment, music vocals- Karaoke, DJ and dancing located at 37B Front Street, Belfast, Maine interior and exterior deck.
1) Call to order 2) Roll call: Mayor Samantha Paradis; Councilors Mary Mortier, Neal Harkness, Eric Sanders, Michael Hurley and Paul Dean, City Manager Joseph Slocum, and Admin. Assistant Manda Cushman. 3) Pledge of Allegiance
Open to the public If you are here to speak, please come to the podium, identify yourself, and state your town of residence. The Council values your input and respectfully asks that comments be limited to 3 minutes. This is an opportunity for the Council to listen but not to respond in any kind of question and answer format. The Council will reflect on your comments and consider them for possible action at a later date.
Permits, Petitions and Licenses - Consent Agenda A. Request to approve an application by the Midcoast Conservancy, located at 202 US Route One, Edgecomb, Maine for an Incorporated Civic Organization license, for the Wild & Scenic Film Festival to be held at the University of Maine, Hutchinson Center in Belfast, Maine. B. Request to approve an application by Randall Collins VFW Post 3108 located at 34 Field Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant Class liquor license, interior and exterior decks. C. Request to approve an application for a renewal Special Amusement Permit for Randall Collins VFW Post 3108 located at 34 Field Street, for live music, vocals, karaoke, DJ dancing, and all live entertainment (interior/exterior). D. Request to approve an application by The Crusty Crab LLC d/b/a Front Street Pub, located at 37B Front Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant Class liquor license, interior and exterior fenced in deck. E. Request to approve an application for a renewal Special Amusement Permit by The Crusty Crab LLC d/b/a Front Street Pub for live entertainment, music vocals- Karaoke, DJ and dancing located at 37B Front Street, Belfast, Maine interior and exterior deck. F. Request to approve an off premises catering permit for the American Legion Frank D. Hazeltine Post 43 for a celebration of appreciation located in the American Legion Hall (Main Function Hall), 143 Church Street, Belfast on September 28, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to midnight. G. Request to approve an extension of liquor license on premise permit for The Crusty Crab d/b/a Front Street Pub for the Miracle German Shepherd Dog Rescue Fundraiser located at 37 Front Street, Belfast on September 19, 2019. H. Request to approve a Facility Use application by Waterfall Arts for the fourth annual "Chalk Walk" event on the Harbor Walk (Heritage Park section) on Saturday, September 21, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. I. Request to approve an off premises catering permit for The Otis Group d/b/a Rollie's Bar & Grill for a private wedding located in the Waldo County Shrine Club, 40 Northport Ave., Belfast on September 21, 2019 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Public Hearing on proposed amendments to the City Code, Chapter 50, "Streets Sidewalks and other Public Places" that would prohibit certain conduct on all City property.
Discussion and possible action on proposed amendments to City Code Chapter 50 "Streets, Sidewalks and other Public Places" that would prohibit certain conduct on all City property.
Public Hearing on proposed amendments to the City Code, Chapter 10 "Animals", Article II "Dogs", that would increase the fine for leaving behind dog waste and also require that all dogs to be on leashes at all times on all City property, excluding the Dog Park at Walsh Fields.
Discussion and possible action on proposed amendments to the City Code, Chapter 10 "Animals", Article II "Dogs" that would increase the fine for leaving behind dog waste and also require that all dogs to be on leashes at all times on all City property excluding the Dog Park at Walsh Fields.
First Reading on a proposal to amend the City Code, Chapter 58 "Traffic and Vehicles" to eliminate bicycle licensing (Section 58-91 to 58-94) and to prohibit riding bicycles on downtown sidewalks (Section 58-96).
Further discussion on proposed pedestrian and street safety measures at the intersection of Main Street and the lower eastern entrance to the Washington Street Parking Lot.
First Reading on proposed amendments to the Code of Ordinances, Chapter 58, Section 35 "Fines," that would increase the fines for parking tickets in the City.
Request from the Code Enforcement Officer, Bub Fournier, for Council approval to work with the City Attorney to pursue legal action against Jonathan Clapp, owner of property located at 415 High St., regarding violations of the vegetation cutting standards.
Facility Use Request from the Belfast Creative Coalition to install "Community Participation Boxes."
Request from the Public Works Director, Bob Richards, to accept the bids for our proposed surplus equipment and to reject all bids as being insufficient for the value of this equipment.
Request from the Public Works Director, Bob Richards, to purchase a 2019 Silverado medium duty plow truck with a 10'6" plow from O'Connor GMC for $69,229.
Further discussion on the State's proposal to eliminate the jug handle and change the traffic flow at the intersection of Northport Avenue and Route One.
Request from the City Manager to appoint a new Tax Collector and a new Deputy Clerk/Tax Collector.
Request for Council to consider committee appointments to the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Harbor Advisory Committee.
First Reading on proposed Contract Rezoning amendment for the Tracker Supply project on Route # 3.
Request from the Economic Development Director, Thomas Kittredge, for the Council to approve membership for the City's Brownfield Selection Committee.
Request from the Economic Development Director, Thomas Kittredge, for the Council to approve a Community Development Block Grant Public Service Grant Advisory Committee and approval of the membership for the Committee.
Q) Request from the Economic Development Director, Thomas Kittredge, for the Council to approve a Community Development Block Grant Public Service Grant Advisory Committee and approval of the membership for the Committee. 13) Adjourn