1) Call to order 2) Roll call: Mayor Eric Sanders; Councilors Mary Mortier, Neal Harkness, Brenda Bonneville, Michael Hurley and Paul Dean, City Manager Erin Herbig, and Admin. Assistant Manda Cushman.
Open to the public Members of the public who wish to submit announcements, questions or comment for the City Council can email public@citvofbelfast.org or mail to City of Belfast, 131 Church Street, Belfast, ME 04915. We ask that you include your name and residence as comments will be included as part of the public record, and that all comments be sent prior to the date and time of the meeting, with a deadline of noon the day of the meeting. Please see the City website for how best to observe remotely for all other meetings. The City Council will also be utilizing the Zoom Webinar feature to allow for public input by allowing for virtual participation. There will be a website address that will serve as the link to the Zoom meeting and will be on the City website in advance of the meeting. There will also be a phone number next to the website address that will enable someone to participate, even if they are experiencing technical difficulties. There is no requirement to register for Webinars. The Chat function will be disabled. The public will be allowed to speak at the meeting, but only during the public comment period. When it is time for the person to have their opportunity to speak, the host will accept them into the meeting. The public will only have access to audio. Video uses large amounts of bandwidth, and City Staff feels it is best to be proactive with these technical issues. If you do not plan to speak at open to the public you can stream the meeting on the City website www.cityofbelfast.org, watch live on BEL TV channel 7 or channel 1303, or listen on Belfast Community Radio WBFY 100.9.
Old Business and Council Committee Reports • Update from the Climate Crisis Committee on current work and activities
Permits, Petitions and Licenses - Consent Agenda A. Request to approve a Lunch Wagon License permit application by James Crothers d/b/a Za' Spresso located at 100 Searsport Ave, Belfast, Maine, license to expire on December 31,2021. B. Request to approve an application by Rosamond Peters d/b/a Nautilus Seafood & Grill, LLC located at 3 Main Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant/Lounge liquor license.
Old Business and Council Committee Reports • Update from the Climate Crisis Committee on current work and activities
Business Presentation on proposed Ordinance amendments to Chapter 34 Miscellaneous Offenses, Article II Noise and Public Conduct, Section 34-31 Findings; purpose of article.
Public Hearing on proposed Ordinance amendments to Chapter 34 Miscellaneous Offenses, Article II Noise and Public Conduct, Section 34-31 Findings; purpose of article.
Discussion and possible action on proposed Ordinance amendments to Chapter 34 Miscellaneous Offenses, Article II Noise and Public Conduct, Section 34-31 Findings; purpose of article.
Request to enter into a lease agreement with Clark & Eisele, Traditional Boatbuilders at Belfast Yards.
Discussion with representatives of Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) regarding the City's support for a pedestrian bridge at the Kelly Bridge on Swan Lake Avenue, State Route 14.
Request from the Fire Chief to authorize 3 full-time Paramedics; Mike Sealy, Charles Sisson, and David Walsh, to respond to fires in the Belfast area during their shift.
Request from the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce to fly the Irish Flag at City Hall on Wednesday, March 17th.
Request to hire Attorney Kristin Collins of Preti Flaherty to assist the City of Belfast advise the City and potentially work with the RSU 71 School Board regarding the future apportionment of school taxes.
Request from the Director of Code and Planning to transfer funds from the Department's Equipment Capital Reserve into their operating budget.
1) Call to order 2) Roll call: Mayor Eric Sanders; Councilors Mary Mortier, Neal Harkness, Brenda Bonneville, Michael Hurley and Paul Dean, City Manager Erin Herbig, and Admin. Assistant Manda Cushman.
Open to the public Members of the public who wish to submit announcements, questions or comment for the City Council can email public@citvofbelfast.org or mail to City of Belfast, 131 Church Street, Belfast, ME 04915. We ask that you include your name and residence as comments will be included as part of the public record, and that all comments be sent prior to the date and time of the meeting, with a deadline of noon the day of the meeting. Please see the City website for how best to observe remotely for all other meetings. The City Council will also be utilizing the Zoom Webinar feature to allow for public input by allowing for virtual participation. There will be a website address that will serve as the link to the Zoom meeting and will be on the City website in advance of the meeting. There will also be a phone number next to the website address that will enable someone to participate, even if they are experiencing technical difficulties. There is no requirement to register for Webinars. The Chat function will be disabled. The public will be allowed to speak at the meeting, but only during the public comment period. When it is time for the person to have their opportunity to speak, the host will accept them into the meeting. The public will only have access to audio. Video uses large amounts of bandwidth, and City Staff feels it is best to be proactive with these technical issues. If you do not plan to speak at open to the public you can stream the meeting on the City website www.cityofbelfast.org, watch live on BEL TV channel 7 or channel 1303, or listen on Belfast Community Radio WBFY 100.9.
Old Business and Council Committee Reports • Update from the Climate Crisis Committee on current work and activities
Permits, Petitions and Licenses - Consent Agenda A. Request to approve a Lunch Wagon License permit application by James Crothers d/b/a Za' Spresso located at 100 Searsport Ave, Belfast, Maine, license to expire on December 31,2021. B. Request to approve an application by Rosamond Peters d/b/a Nautilus Seafood & Grill, LLC located at 3 Main Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant/Lounge liquor license.
Old Business and Council Committee Reports • Update from the Climate Crisis Committee on current work and activities
Business Presentation on proposed Ordinance amendments to Chapter 34 Miscellaneous Offenses, Article II Noise and Public Conduct, Section 34-31 Findings; purpose of article.
Public Hearing on proposed Ordinance amendments to Chapter 34 Miscellaneous Offenses, Article II Noise and Public Conduct, Section 34-31 Findings; purpose of article.
Discussion and possible action on proposed Ordinance amendments to Chapter 34 Miscellaneous Offenses, Article II Noise and Public Conduct, Section 34-31 Findings; purpose of article.
Request to enter into a lease agreement with Clark & Eisele, Traditional Boatbuilders at Belfast Yards.
Discussion with representatives of Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) regarding the City's support for a pedestrian bridge at the Kelly Bridge on Swan Lake Avenue, State Route 14.
Request from the Fire Chief to authorize 3 full-time Paramedics; Mike Sealy, Charles Sisson, and David Walsh, to respond to fires in the Belfast area during their shift.
Request from the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce to fly the Irish Flag at City Hall on Wednesday, March 17th.
Request to hire Attorney Kristin Collins of Preti Flaherty to assist the City of Belfast advise the City and potentially work with the RSU 71 School Board regarding the future apportionment of school taxes.
Request from the Director of Code and Planning to transfer funds from the Department's Equipment Capital Reserve into their operating budget.