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 Due to the ongoing public health crisis, per Emergency Order adopted by the City Council on August 12, 2021, all City Council Meetings will be conducted online using Zoom and can be streamed on the City website at www.cityofbelfast.org. They will air live on BEL TV. 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. The City Council will 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. If you do not plan to speak at open to the public we encourage the public to stream the meeting on the City website www.cityofbelfast.org, watch live on BEL TV channel 7 or channel 1303.
Permits, Petitions and Licenses - Consent Agenda A. Request to approve a renewal application by Satori Belfast LLC d/b/a Satori Belfast located at 108 Main Street, Belfast, Maine for a Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant (Class l-IV) license, interior only. B. Request to approve an application by Bowen's Tavern LLC d/b/a Bowen's Tavern, located at 181 Waterville Road, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Class A Restaurant/Lounge (Class XI) liquor license. C. Request to approve an off premises catering permit for The Otis Group Incorporated d/b/a Rollie's Bar & Grill for the public Nordic Thank You Party event on September 23, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. located at the Wentworth Event Center, 139 Searsport Ave., Belfast, Maine.
Presentation regarding the proposed issuance of a general obligation bond to be issued by the City of Belfast to a lender in a principal amount not to exceed $410,000 (the "Bond"), the proceeds to be used for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the costs associated with the design and construction of the Jet A fuel component of the fuel farm at the Airport owned by the City and facilities, equipment or both functionally related and subordinate to the foregoing (the "Project").
Public Hearing regarding the proposed issuance of a general obligation bond to be issued by the City of Belfast to a lender in a principal amount not to exceed $410,000 (the "Bond"), the proceeds to be used for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the costs associated with the design and construction of the Jet A fuel component of the fuel farm at the Airport owned by the City and facilities, equipment or both functionally related and subordinate to the foregoing (the "Project"),
Discussion and possible action regarding the proposed issuance of a general obligation bond to be issued by the City of Belfast to a lender in a principal amount not to exceed $410,000 (the "Bond"), the proceeds to be used for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the costs associated with the design and construction of the Jet A fuel component of the fuel farm at the Airport owned by the City and facilities, equipment or both functionally related and subordinate to the foregoing (the "Project")
Request from the Harbor Master to expend up to $3,100.00 to replace the gas and diesel fuel hoses at the harbor.
Request from the Harbor Master to expend up to $9,160.00 to replace windows, insulate, and install a heat pump in the Trap Shack Office for the Deputy Harbor Master, Brian Friel to use as an office space this winter
Request by the Fire Chief to increase the Belfast Ambulance Advanced Life Support (ALS) intercept fee.
Request from Coastal Mountains Land Trust to have Planning Board reviewed permit fees and associated advertising fees waived.
Request by Public Works Director to appoint Brandon Waterman as a full-time truck driver/laborer for the Public Works Department.
Request to adopt the provisions of M.R.S. § 18252-C (PL 2021, Chapter 286) as allowed by MainePERS Rule Chapter 803.
O) Request to go into Executive Session on a Legal matter with the City Attorney pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. 405 (6) 12) Adjourn
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 Due to the ongoing public health crisis, per Emergency Order adopted by the City Council on August 12, 2021, all City Council Meetings will be conducted online using Zoom and can be streamed on the City website at www.cityofbelfast.org. They will air live on BEL TV. 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. The City Council will 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. If you do not plan to speak at open to the public we encourage the public to stream the meeting on the City website www.cityofbelfast.org, watch live on BEL TV channel 7 or channel 1303.
Permits, Petitions and Licenses - Consent Agenda A. Request to approve a renewal application by Satori Belfast LLC d/b/a Satori Belfast located at 108 Main Street, Belfast, Maine for a Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Restaurant (Class l-IV) license, interior only. B. Request to approve an application by Bowen's Tavern LLC d/b/a Bowen's Tavern, located at 181 Waterville Road, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt, Spirituous and Vinous Class A Restaurant/Lounge (Class XI) liquor license. C. Request to approve an off premises catering permit for The Otis Group Incorporated d/b/a Rollie's Bar & Grill for the public Nordic Thank You Party event on September 23, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. located at the Wentworth Event Center, 139 Searsport Ave., Belfast, Maine.
Presentation regarding the proposed issuance of a general obligation bond to be issued by the City of Belfast to a lender in a principal amount not to exceed $410,000 (the "Bond"), the proceeds to be used for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the costs associated with the design and construction of the Jet A fuel component of the fuel farm at the Airport owned by the City and facilities, equipment or both functionally related and subordinate to the foregoing (the "Project").
Public Hearing regarding the proposed issuance of a general obligation bond to be issued by the City of Belfast to a lender in a principal amount not to exceed $410,000 (the "Bond"), the proceeds to be used for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the costs associated with the design and construction of the Jet A fuel component of the fuel farm at the Airport owned by the City and facilities, equipment or both functionally related and subordinate to the foregoing (the "Project"),
Discussion and possible action regarding the proposed issuance of a general obligation bond to be issued by the City of Belfast to a lender in a principal amount not to exceed $410,000 (the "Bond"), the proceeds to be used for the purpose of paying all or a portion of the costs associated with the design and construction of the Jet A fuel component of the fuel farm at the Airport owned by the City and facilities, equipment or both functionally related and subordinate to the foregoing (the "Project")
Request from the Harbor Master to expend up to $3,100.00 to replace the gas and diesel fuel hoses at the harbor.
Request from the Harbor Master to expend up to $9,160.00 to replace windows, insulate, and install a heat pump in the Trap Shack Office for the Deputy Harbor Master, Brian Friel to use as an office space this winter
Request by the Fire Chief to increase the Belfast Ambulance Advanced Life Support (ALS) intercept fee.
Request from Coastal Mountains Land Trust to have Planning Board reviewed permit fees and associated advertising fees waived.
Request by Public Works Director to appoint Brandon Waterman as a full-time truck driver/laborer for the Public Works Department.
Request to adopt the provisions of M.R.S. § 18252-C (PL 2021, Chapter 286) as allowed by MainePERS Rule Chapter 803.
O) Request to go into Executive Session on a Legal matter with the City Attorney pursuant to 1 M.R.S.A. 405 (6) 12) Adjourn