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. 3) Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the agenda
Acceptance of the minutes Regular Council Meeting of April 5, 2022.
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@cityofbelfast.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.citvofbelfast.org, watch live on BEL TV channel 7 or channel 1303.
Organization and Department Reports
Communications
Old Business and Council Committee Reports
Permits, Petitions and Licenses - Consent Agenda A. Request to approve an application by Launchpad for an Incorporated Civic Organization license for the All Roads Music Festival being held 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on May 20 and May 21, 2022 located at various locations throughout Belfast, including Steamboat Landing Park, Colonial Theatre and the Basil Burwell Theater. B. Request to approve an application by Victor Flick Corp d/b/a Colonial Theater located at 163 High Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt and Vinous Restaurant (Class I, II, III, IV) liquor license, interior only. C. Request to approve an off premises catering permit for Bell The Cat, INC. for the Cooperative Maine Business Alliance meeting on April 2, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. located at the Hutchinson Center, 80 Belmont Ave., Belfast, Maine.
Business Request to approve a Sewer Abatement for 48 Waldo Avenue for $1,593.84.
Request to accept and award the bid for the Mayo Street Utility Improvements Project.
Business Request to approve a Sewer Abatement for 48 Waldo Avenue for $1,593.84.
Request from the Finance Director for a single Council member's signature for the Annual Auditor's Management Representation Letter.
Request from the Finance Director to open the bidding process for financial institutions.
Request from the Harbor Master to apply for two grants.
First Reading of proposed ordinance amendments to City Code of Ordinances Chapter 74 Building and Building Regulations and Chapter 102 Zoning concerning adopting updated versions of codes and amending permitting requirements.
Consideration of closing the City Clerk's Office on Thursday's from 9AM to 9:30AM.
Request to remove one City tree located at 7 Cottage Street.
Request from the Cemetery Superintendent for authorization to sell sections of the old Doak Road Cemetery fencing.
Request from the Cemetery Superintendent to eliminate future "Flower Fund".
Request from the Economic Development Director to approve the Annual Reports for Congress Street, School Street, and Wight Street Affordable Housing Development and Tax Increment Financing Districts.
Request to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Waldo County YMCA to operate the Belfast City Park Pool for the 2022 season.
Request to enter into an agreement for the City Park Concession for the 2022 season.
City Council discussion on return to in-person Council Meetings.
Signing of Council Orders
11) Communications 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. 3) Pledge of Allegiance
Adoption of the agenda
Acceptance of the minutes Regular Council Meeting of April 5, 2022.
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@cityofbelfast.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.citvofbelfast.org, watch live on BEL TV channel 7 or channel 1303.
Organization and Department Reports
Communications
Old Business and Council Committee Reports
Permits, Petitions and Licenses - Consent Agenda A. Request to approve an application by Launchpad for an Incorporated Civic Organization license for the All Roads Music Festival being held 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on May 20 and May 21, 2022 located at various locations throughout Belfast, including Steamboat Landing Park, Colonial Theatre and the Basil Burwell Theater. B. Request to approve an application by Victor Flick Corp d/b/a Colonial Theater located at 163 High Street, Belfast, Maine for a renewal Malt and Vinous Restaurant (Class I, II, III, IV) liquor license, interior only. C. Request to approve an off premises catering permit for Bell The Cat, INC. for the Cooperative Maine Business Alliance meeting on April 2, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. located at the Hutchinson Center, 80 Belmont Ave., Belfast, Maine.
Business Request to approve a Sewer Abatement for 48 Waldo Avenue for $1,593.84.
Request to accept and award the bid for the Mayo Street Utility Improvements Project.
Business Request to approve a Sewer Abatement for 48 Waldo Avenue for $1,593.84.
Request from the Finance Director for a single Council member's signature for the Annual Auditor's Management Representation Letter.
Request from the Finance Director to open the bidding process for financial institutions.
Request from the Harbor Master to apply for two grants.
First Reading of proposed ordinance amendments to City Code of Ordinances Chapter 74 Building and Building Regulations and Chapter 102 Zoning concerning adopting updated versions of codes and amending permitting requirements.
Consideration of closing the City Clerk's Office on Thursday's from 9AM to 9:30AM.
Request to remove one City tree located at 7 Cottage Street.
Request from the Cemetery Superintendent for authorization to sell sections of the old Doak Road Cemetery fencing.
Request from the Cemetery Superintendent to eliminate future "Flower Fund".
Request from the Economic Development Director to approve the Annual Reports for Congress Street, School Street, and Wight Street Affordable Housing Development and Tax Increment Financing Districts.
Request to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with the Waldo County YMCA to operate the Belfast City Park Pool for the 2022 season.
Request to enter into an agreement for the City Park Concession for the 2022 season.
City Council discussion on return to in-person Council Meetings.
Signing of Council Orders
11) Communications 12) Adjourn