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Golf Course Superintendent Jeffrey Fassett recommended awarding blanket purchase orders for fiscal year 2025'26 to Harrell's LLC and Cinetek after a competitive bid process. Fassett said the city received three bids and asked council to approve year-one blanket PO amounts of $35,000 to Harrell's for the golf course, $15,000 to Harrell's for parks and $25,000 to Cinetek. \"We're up to 4% for 2627, and up to 8% for 2728,\" he said when explaining potential future price adjustments from Harrell's; Synitec requested a smaller increase of 1.5% for proposed extensions.

Councilmember Vitale and other members expressed concern about a potential 8% increase over future years but supported a one-year award. Councilmember Karen suggested approving Synitec's 1.5% extension for two additional years to provide price stability. Councilmember Frederick moved to award the 25-26 blanket purchase orders as recommended and to include the 1.5% two-year extension for Synitec; the motion passed 5-0.

Nut graf: The blanket purchase orders cover annual fertilizer and chemical needs for the golf course and parks; most high-tier fungicides and insecticides cited by staff are sold at agency pricing that limits supplier price variation. The one-year award with a modest Synitec extension balances immediate procurement needs against inflation concerns.

Fassett told council the city typically purchases \"agency products\" with locked prices for the top-tier chemical products and that granular fertilizers account for roughly a third of the spend. He also reported SiteOne declined to extend its contract and that the invoices for many materials are predictable under agency pricing.

Ending: The council approved the one-year blanket purchase orders and the limited extension for Synitec; staff will proceed with purchase orders and monitor price changes under the awarded contracts.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting - March 17, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Council approved one-year blanket purchase orders for fertilizers and chemicals for the golf course and parks, awarding contracts mainly to Harrell's LLC and Cinetek; council also authorized a 1.5% two-year extension for Synitec on that vendor's line items.","taxTitle","St. Clair Shores, Macomb County, Michigan","taxId",4092,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6632872,"Council approves purchase of Ford Explorer police interceptor to replace two wrecked patrol SUVs",214,2059000,2273000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2669872-a06ee615df8519f21d0c9868e5221b0f&start=2059&end=2273","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2669872-a06ee615df8519f21d0c9868e5221b0f/thumbnail_2059000.jpg","/articles/6632872/St-Clair-Shores/Macomb-County/Michigan/Council-approves-purchase-of-Ford-Explorer-police-interceptor-to-replace-two-wrecked-patrol-SUVs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6632872-bd2e952959c490b2d2cc6c74c30e68ad/orig.mp4?Expires=1771170318&Signature=R420SORW9gfDlBdAZlE8f5-hNlzXlbx1QxNxDWlOAamsOcwXtvxyIKRny~mg2M0dG6Fd6~gN766wdizuQXwdor~9ij23e8rX1fic7QNehs1cz7EjU-dkx3OBPALDBHSQeGrkZWGAC2Dh42ZzpDsX8vcOJMtRDRENZAAbJ3sB1xXB2CYPtgiO9rAltGU5Jje1Z7rsDrg1-71iWAdpYn4JHUnvZEp-i1Oc0nZN~v6Fzh1LpJKYZMWZhq3efhlDe4lMtvabcAp0NilsguI16UkMY-7YxEAP82lr2HmVdt1Zc737KZyT5ruddgoOYZMKjrRXeribnISjjFVV-FLjSZr5BA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The St. Clair Shores City Council on Monday approved the purchase of one Ford Explorer police interceptor to replace a police SUV damaged in a January crash.

A department sergeant requested council approval to buy \"1 Ford Explorer police interceptor from Guerno Ford in the amount of $46,275,\" noting the price reflected state-bid pricing and that much of the purchase would be funded from insurance proceeds with the remainder from motor-pool funds. The sergeant said two squad cars were lost to separate accidents in January and the vehicle is needed to replace the motor carrier unit, which transports specialty equipment such as scales.

Councilmember Vitale asked about compatibility of equipment and the longevity of current Interceptor models; the sergeant noted manufacturers are updating vehicle platforms and that some overhead lighting and rack equipment become obsolete as rooflines change.

The purchase motion was moved by Councilmember Frederick and supported by Councilmember Karen. The motion as recorded at the meeting specified an amount of $46,002.75; council adopted the purchase by voice vote 5-0. Mayor Walby and Councilmembers Karen, Frederick, Roussy and Vitale voted yes.

Ending: Staff indicated the vehicle was due to be delivered the next day for immediate upfitting. The council asked staff to ensure procurement paperwork notes the use of other-entity/state bid pricing where applicable.","The council approved the immediate purchase of a Ford Explorer police interceptor to replace a motor carrier unit lost in a crash; funding will come largely from insurance with remaining from the motor pool. The motion passed 5-0.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6632876,"Council receives update on library renovation; project estimated at about $2.0 million, funding gap remains",735,1315000,2050000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2669872-a06ee615df8519f21d0c9868e5221b0f&start=1315&end=2050","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2669872-a06ee615df8519f21d0c9868e5221b0f/thumbnail_1315000.jpg","/articles/6632876/St-Clair-Shores/Macomb-County/Michigan/Council-receives-update-on-library-renovation-project-estimated-at-about-20-million-funding-gap-remains","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6632876-55ba36fcefca3763adb7a7d46c8d495a/orig.mp4?Expires=1771170319&Signature=OC2tscJ21gzVV1SogPtgzdFohQsRxw4Q2ZM8bvsz6fiuF5WrAhKiQ9X0Qv62LkC2DiXHzXLFuhvtUpFNjXaGLjCRrhulUGB8LyO8m2642I51l9ELT0dSz9Qv0Y2UYCYHd5-S4MiUHjW~1BavQrw~tcFgQpyXsHuj70fN1M5Sv6I4idlt6Rv1lzOm0tAZQ9EP3o006v~zXBRnobd2ZvCKlSb~a0AvWsreTlewPdu-PXSheS0VGB1RCKjXi~ftX4sNdCGg5u8Vq~1d-d~QRinLlvgGTdbzOq04WT7EH7F4TkmIhLMhu1LZApyiTupQzln7a4jklF10BSZWLWLLUfScpw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff updated the St. Clair Shores City Council on the library renovation project Monday, reporting the design has reached the construction-document phase and bids are expected this summer.

A staff presenter told the council construction documents are expected in July, with bids to be advertised that month and returned in August. \"Construction documents are estimated in July,\" the presenter said, and the plan is to award bids by the council's late-August meeting so work can start after Labor Day.

Nut graf: The project team estimates the full project at roughly $2.0 million. Funding reported at the meeting includes a $1.5 million U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grant, $135,000 the library board authorized from its endowment, a $10,000 pledged donation from the Friends of the Library, and library fund balance resources. Staff said those sources still leave an approximate $300,000 to $400,000 shortfall that will be refined when bids return.

Staff described planned construction sequencing designed to avoid the library's busiest summer months: the facility would limit services during construction with curbside pickup, makeshift service stations and potential satellite programming. The presenter said the library anticipates roughly a six-month closure once construction begins and that some part-time staffing costs could be reduced during that period, which staff estimate could save about $100,000 from next year's operating budget.

Councilmembers asked about exterior changes, paver repairs and how the project would incorporate donor recognition. Councilmember Roussy noted the project affects spaces used year-round and supported fundraising and sponsorship outreach to reduce the remaining deficit. Staff said the library board had authorized $135,000 from the endowment and that the friends group planned a $10,000 gift; staff also said the library fund balance is about $400,000.

Ending: No action was required; staff will return with updated construction bids and a refined funding plan. The council's packet and discussion indicate the project remains on track for bid in July and award in August with construction after Labor Day.","City staff reported the library renovation design is at the construction-document stage, with bids expected in summer and construction planned after Labor Day; funding includes a $1.5 million HUD grant, $135,000 from the library endowment and other donations, leaving an estimated $300,000–$400,000 shortfall.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6632880,"St. Clair Shores council OKs $50,000 local match, seeks state Recreation Passport funds to renovate Civic Ice Arena restrooms",445,852000,1297000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2669872-a06ee615df8519f21d0c9868e5221b0f&start=852&end=1297","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2669872-a06ee615df8519f21d0c9868e5221b0f/thumbnail_852000.jpg","/articles/6632880/St-Clair-Shores/Macomb-County/Michigan/St-Clair-Shores-council-OKs-50000-local-match-seeks-state-Recreation-Passport-funds-to-renovate-Civic-Ice-Arena-restrooms","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6632880-2d0e1ff0952c383c24d808267d721a70/orig.mp4?Expires=1771170319&Signature=Gp~0BY-pBF73HQ9Z9lThQt~uyTTf2d-5XSkfBJbeJF8pJS1tXiu6JZS6d3mGn7RW25BEL14KofpelCe4Q98z5LO0R1Py8f6CWee-LFqnDpiKZ-auLh6QV6Oqmnrgq-tPJNUlD-HT7i1~VWfNQrWNtm2W-mxWHcKIqPljb58tSyRwD6vtfjE2Rx3T6gBWlG7fGvEd4v72nfTBzgAqes5NVI2lo9Plgd1XSEZsqLRWfVkOg7UBflkH0FK3n2E8pOwobVM4lwIKfd8Z2mqKPlWy7ZYgjhFR5TR2YoqtsSEB-IYS91lqoRwTpNd3Rjsz-pwe~IjErO0Ezg5N8IRNv0g0jg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The St. Clair Shores City Council voted unanimously Monday to authorize a $50,000 local match as part of a $150,000 Recreation Passport grant application to renovate restrooms at the Civic Ice Arena and add a universal-access bathroom.

Parks and Recreation Director Matt Spinazzola told the council the city will apply for the Recreation Passport grant to renovate the arena restrooms and include a universal-access restroom this year to increase the project's point score in the competitive program. \"We're gonna be applying for, with your blessing, Recreation Passport grant, to renovate the restrooms at the Gardens, arena inside Civic Ice Arena,\" he said.

The resolution of authorization, moved by Councilmember Frederick and supported by Councilmember Karen, passed without objection. Mayor Walby and Councilmembers Karen, Frederick, Roussy and Vitale voted in favor.

Nut graf: The Recreation Passport program, administered through the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and funded in part through the state's Natural Resources Trust Fund, provides competitive grants for local recreation facility improvements. The council's action authorizes the city to provide the required local match to pursue a $150,000 award; if received, the grant plus local funds would make the total project about $200,000.

In a short public comment during the hearing, resident David Deacon questioned using Recreation Passport funds for arena bathrooms, saying he had expected the funds to support state-managed parks: \"Maybe somebody can explain to me how you can tap into DNR money for a city project,\" Deacon asked. Spinazzola and Councilmember Roussy explained that the Recreation Passport includes a local public recreation facilities fund intended for community facilities and that some DNR funding is a pass-through matched in part by federal sources. Roussy stated, \"it's part of the Natural Resources Trust Fund created by the state legislature... designated specifically for local facilities such as our civic arena or other of our public parks.\"

Spinazzola described two possible locations for the universal restroom: converting the current skate-rental area in the arena lobby and relocating rental services, or expanding the existing Gardens restrooms outward. He said the city will obtain two engineer budget estimates and choose a preferred design after review. Planned upgrades include touchless faucets and soap dispensers, accessible sinks and stalls, quiet-flush toilets, tactical signage and barrier-free-compliant stalls.

City staff said the Recreation Passport scoring rubric favors universal-access features, which is why the feature was added to strengthen the application. They noted the city has applied for similar DNR-administered grants previously for skate parks, lighting and other park improvements.

The council was told notification of grant decisions typically comes in late fall; staff said applicants may receive requests for additional information or minor revisions earlier in the review process.

Ending: With the resolution adopted, staff will finalize the application and return to council if additional local approvals or budget adjustments are needed. The council's agenda packet noted the match commitment and schematic options will be refined after engineer cost estimates are received.","The council adopted a resolution authorizing a $50,000 city match for a $150,000 Recreation Passport grant application to renovate and add a universal-access restroom at the Civic Ice Arena; Parks director and a resident spoke during the public hearing.","actionData","errors"]

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