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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPacket - 01/22/2018 - Community Development CommitteeThe City of McHenry is dedicated to providing its citizens, businesses, and visitors with the highest quality of programs and services in a customer-oriented, efficient, and fiscally responsible manner. Community Development Committee McHenry Municipal Center 333 S Green Street McHenry, IL 60050 January 22, 2017, 7:00 PM AGENDA 1.Call to Order. 2.Roll Call. 3.Public Comment: Any person wishing to address the Committee will be asked to identify themselves for the record and will be asked but are not required to provide their address. Public comment may be restricted to three-minutes for each individual speaker. Order and decorum shall be maintained at public meetings. 4.Motion to approve the October 23, 2017 Community Development Committee meeting minutes. 5.Motion to approve the December 11, 2017 Community Development Committee meeting minutes. 6.Review of Community Development Department Fees. 7.2018 Committee Meeting Dates. 8.Code Enforcement/Department Updates. 9.Motion to Adjourn. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT October 23, 2017 McHenry Municipal Center 1. Call to Order. Chairwoman Condon called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2. Roll Call: Chairwoman Condon, Alderman Santi and Alderman Devine. Also in Attendance Director of Community Development Polerecky, and City Clerk Nevitt. 3. Public Comment. None. 4. Motion to approve the September 20, 2017 Community Development Committee Meeting Report. Chairwoman Condon requested a correction on page two, second line to remove either the word “was” or “has” and on page four, second bullet point, the word “begin” should be changed to “under.” Alderman Santi made a motion, seconded by Alderman Devine to approve the September 20, 2017 Community Development Committee meeting minutes as amended. All ayes, motion carried. 5. Discussion and input on a partial draft of the Code Enforcement Strategy. Chairwoman Condon asked Director Polerecky to present this item to the Committee. Director Polerecky reported that it has been a goal of the department to develop a Code Enforcement Strategy for several reason including providing staff with an outline of how to begin the code enforcement process and how to carry it through to compliance. He stated there is a good process currently in place but it is not documented. An important component to code enforcement is to have fair and equal enforcement across the board. At times, the method of enforcement may vary but it is Director Polerecky’s aim to achieve consistency. This document will also be used as an education tool for city staff, city officials and citizens. This is important because at times, residents do not know the process staff is required to follow and residents who call the city with a concern expect staff to resolve the complaint overnight, for example a car parked on the grass. The document presented this evening is a draft and will be continually revised until completion. A copy of the most recent draft will be presented to the Committee for input and suggestions at each meeting until it is completed. Community Development Committee Meeting Report October 23, 2017 Page 2 Director Polerecky noted that 75% of all complaints for code violations are received from city residents. Department staff also monitors Facebook for valid complaints and every attempt to resolve it is made to prevent it from becoming a code case. Inter-departmental communication is also key to code enforcement. As city employees work throughout the city, they sometimes see violations and relay them to Community Development. Resolution plans are being developed for the most common type of code enforcement matters and the most involved code enforcement violations. Many will be similar however, some will be more in depth such as hoarding, unsafe structures, etc., that involve a legal path staff is required to follow. Some of the more involved cases include evicting people from their homes where there exists unsafe and unhealthy conditions. It is imperative that a legal process is established with assistance from the city attorney. Chairwoman Condon said she thinks the resolutions plans are easy to follow. Director Polerecky said the department receives calls from residents who think the city is not responding quickly to the violation because they do not understand the legal process. Once completed, staff will be able to send them a copy of the resolution plan to help them understand the steps taken to resolve a case and hopefully, it will reassure the resident that the city is working on the complaint. The Code Enforcement Officer is attending classes sponsored by the McHenry County Board of Health on how to effectively handle and resolve hoarding cases. There are currently two open hoarding cases in the city. In response to Chairwoman Condon’s question, Director Polerecky stated the mental health aspect of hoarders is addressed in the training. A discussion ensued on the various timelines listed for complying with city code when a violation is issued. Director Polerecky explained that as a Home Rule community the city is permitted to establish compliance timelines as deemed appropriate. In special circumstances, Inspectors do have discretion to adjust the timeline. The resolution plans will identify the reasons why a resident may need more time to comply with an ordinance for example financial constraints. The department provides residents with a list of non- profit agencies to assist with several services such as cleaning up a yard or removing trash. The department also follows up with those agencies when they are assisting someone. Currently, there is a location where the siding is falling of a house and the property owner cannot afford to re-side the house. Any amount of fines will not solve the problem. Resolution plans will assist the owner and the city with solving these types of complex problems. The adjudication process is another method of achieving resolution to compliance issues. If compliance is not achieved through adjudication, and depending on the severity of the violation, the city has the right to hire a contractor to complete the wor k and lien the property for the cost and legal fees. This is a last resort but is done frequently for grass mowing. As a point of information, the city recoups 75% of the cost for mowing properties through liens. Community Development Committee Meeting Report October 23, 2017 Page 3 Available in the Community and Economic Development Department are brochures that cover basic municipal code sections. The brochures are used as a tool to inform residents of the most common ordinances. The brochures are also educational for new and existing residents. Chairwoman Condon suggested that the brochures also be made available in the atrium of the Municipal Center. Chairwoman Condon stated this is a good document and understood this is a work in progress. A few grammatical corrections were suggested. Alderman Devine and Santi agreed this was a beneficial document and said they look forward to receiving updates as it progresses. 6. Review of a proposed text amendment to the Municipal Code Chapter 11, Article III, Sec. 11-89, Storage of Garage and Refuse containers, etc., and direction to place this item on the next available City Council meeting agenda Chairwoman Condon asked Director Polerecky to present this item to the Committee. Director Polerecky reported that the current ordinance states that garbage and refuse containers shall be stored out of the public’s plain view. In terms of enforcement, this language is a challenge to the department. Many residents store refuse containers on the side of their homes next to the garage, which may or may not be seen but can be perceived as within plain view. An amendment to the municipal code is proposed revising the language in the ordinance to permit residents to store garbage and refuse containers “behind the building line of the principal structure.” The city does not intend to allow residents to keep their containers at the end of the driveway. This is just to make it less restrictive and easier to enforce, as this is a minor nuisance. Director Polerecky said not many communities address refuse containers. Naperville attempted to pass an ordinance requiring containers be kept out of plain view and it received much opposition from the community and consequently, it was not adopted. Alderman Santi said he keeps his garbage inside and in the summer, it can be a problem. He also told the Committee that he is aware of a home that is in pristine condition and the owners keep their cans outside on blocks, and it is not an eyesore. Alderman Devine expressed his support of the proposed text amendment. Alderman Santi added he is comfortable with the building line restriction. Alderman Santi made a motion, seconded by Alderman Devine to forward a recommendation to the Council in favor of an amendment to Municipal Code Chapter 11, Community Development Committee Meeting Report October 23, 2017 Page 4 Article III, Sec. 11-89 Storage of Garbage and Refuse Containers, etc., by striking the language “out of public’s plain view,” and replacing it with “behind the building line of the principal structure.” Voting Aye: Santi, Santi, Condon Voting Nay: None Absent: None Motion carried. 7. Department Updates: Director Polerecky reported on the following department activities:  The new Dunkin’ Donuts on Front Street is progressing.  The Ricky Rockets development is on hold until spring 2018.  The grass-mowing program is ending for the season, which provides an opportunity to review the code enforcement procedures.  Negotiations continue for the Water Tower Marina project. Due diligence for the potential redevelopment has been extended.  Smith’s Central Garage has started installing a sprinkler system in the building.  In 2011, the department entered into an agreement with McHenry County for a Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan was recently updated and a resolution adopting the revised plan will be brought to the Council at a meeting in the near future. Adoption of the resolution will enable the city access to funding should a community crisis occur. Chairwoman Condon said she forwarded to the City Administrator the name of a woman who formerly worked for the American Red Cross and now has her own company that works with other companies developing emergency preparedness and tragedy plans.  Community Development is now responsible for building maintenance. Earlier today, Director Polerecky reported that he met with a company that facilitates grants through ComEd and the State of Illinois for energy efficient lighting. An audit of all city facilities will be conducted soon. If approved all city facilities and city maintained streetlights will be converted to LED lighting. The new lighting will be energy efficient and reduce maintenance cost. Only the lights and the ballasts will change, the existing fixtures will be kept. Community Development Committee Meeting Report October 23, 2017 Page 5  Construction of two new single-family homes on Hillside is underway and single- family home construction continues in the Patriot Estates subdivision. A yearend permit report will be distributed to the Council in December. Alderman Santi requested an update on downtown redevelopment. Director Polerecky informed the Committee that a permit to construct a third theater room was recently issued for the new McHenry Downtown Theater project and construction of DC Cobbs is progressing. Remodel permits were issued for the Hidden Pearl Café in the former Some Other Nuts building. Chairwoman Condon announced the next meeting is scheduled for November 13 at 7:00 PM. 8. Adjournment. Alderman Devine made a motion, seconded by Alderman Santi to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 pm. Voting Aye: Devine, Santi, Condon Voting Nay: None Absent: None Motion carried. Respectfully submitted by Marci Geraghty, Executive Assistant/Deputy City Clerk Reviewed and Approved on the _______ day of _______________, 2018. ________________________________________ Chairwoman Geri Condon COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT December 11, 2017 McHenry Municipal Center 1. Call to Order. Chairwoman Condon called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. 2. Roll Call. Chairwoman Condon, Alderman Santi, Alderman Devin. Also in attendance Director Polerecky and City Clerk Nevitt. 3. Public Comment. None. 4. Discussion on a Real Estate Transfer Ordinance. Chairwoman Condon asked Director Polerecky to present this item to the Committee. Director Polerecky reported he found an article that explains what the Real Estate Transfer Tax is used for, how the revenue can be used from the tax, and key hurdles encountered from adopting the tax. Chairwoman Condon stated the article was a good resource. In 2017, this was identified as an item for the Committee to review. A list of counties and municipalities obtained from First American Title Insurance Company that utilize the tax and that defines how they use it was provided to the committee. During a real estate closing, the title company must obtain a signature from the municipality declaring they are aware the transaction. The reason for this is to clear liens, outstanding billing, code enforcement violations, and any information the municipality wants to provide to the buyer. The tax is also used as a method to obtain up-to-date property owner data and helps to determine if the owner lives in the property or if it is income property. The department could use the tax to help track rental properties. Chairwoman Condon said she thought liens were recorded and the property could not be sold until the lien was paid. Director Polerecky said there are rare instances when liens are overlooked. Chairwoman Condon asked what the city does in those instances and Director Polerecky said sometimes the new owner will pay the lien; it may be written off if it is for a small amount, or if it is for a substantial amount such as grass mowing where a contractor has been paid, the city will pursue the previous owner. Water/Sewer billing information for new accounts is now transferred to the BSA software and consequently, the department has owner and tenant information. The city currently has over 2,300 rental properties registered in the city or approximately one-third of the city’s housing stock, which includes houses and apartments units. Alderman Devine asked what benefit would the tax provide the city other than water/sewer billing information. Director Polerecky said it would assist with updating records owners and tracking rentals and investment properties. It would not cover Community Development Committee Meeting Report December 11, 2017 Page 2 outstanding payments or liens because the transaction has already occurred by the time we are aware of the sale. A discussion ensued on the process of shutting off water service for non-payment of bills. Chairwoman Condon asked if the city shuts water service off in the winter and Director Polerecky answered yes. Water is required to occupy a home so when it is shut off; the Community Development Department is notified and informs the occupant that if the bill is not paid, the city will move forward with eviction. This does not happen often as the homeowner usually pays after the service is discontinued. In addition, the department will not issue building permits until the account is paid. No municipalities in McHenry County have adopted a real estate transfer tax however; the County has a transfer ordinance in place. McHenry County charges $0.25/$100 to record the transaction. The spreadsheet indicates that many communities require real estate inspection s and charge a real estate inspection fee. The inspection is performed prior to the sale of the property and would be required prior to the title company issuing the title to the new owner. Alderman Santi said this sound like a time consuming process. Director Polerecky contacted a local realtor who informed him that last year there were approximately 600-700 real estate transaction in the city. Chairwoman Condon said the tax can protect the new owner and yet nobody wants to pay for it. Alderman Santi asked Director Polerecky to explain the Island Lake Owners Transfer Inspection Fee and the process for collecting the fee. Director Polerecky said a village employee inspects the dwelling for life/safety matters and the village issues an electrical compliance certificate. The original building file for the property will be reviewed prior to the inspection to determine if work was done in the home without a permit. Often with rental properties, basements are finished without a permit and the basement does not meet emergency escape requirements. Chairwoman Condon noted that many communities on the list state no stamps required but a final water bill is required and asked if that is the same in McHenry. Director Polerecky said yes, but there is no way to enforce it. There may be something in there ordinance that requires a final water bill. Chairwoman Condon said in the past, the Committee had discussed the transfer tax option and decided not to pursue it and instead created the rental registration. Director Polerecky informed the Committee that the rental registration program has been successful in assisting the department with resolving code maintenance violations. Alderman Devine asked if property owners information could be obtained through the County and Director Polerecky said yes, we have a program to look up properties however if the property is owned by a Trust, it is more difficult to track the owner. Community Development Committee Meeting Report December 11, 2017 Page 3 Alderman Devine asked how much the city would charge for a transfer tax adding he is of the opinion that a fee of no more than $25 per transaction would probably be more acceptable to residents. Director Polerecky noted to cover the cost for an administrative employee is something to consider. With the software available to the city, this would not take long. When the city liens a property, the building software is red tagged and permits are not issued until the lien is paid. Alderman Santi asked what would the city do for the transfer fee and is this a way to get payment on a final bill. Director Polerecky said the title company would contact the department and request a signature on a document, which would initiate a final read for water/sewer billing. Chairwoman Condon asked about the recent Woodstock proposal. Director Polerecky said that was a rental inspection program. A discussion ensued on the need to review building permit fees. Director Polerecky stated the topic might be presented to the Committee in January. If the Committee decides to move forward with the real estate transfer tax program, the city attorney would be asked to write an ordinance for review by the Committee prior to presentation to the full City Council. Chairwoman Condon said since the rental registration program is providing the department with owner and tenant information, she does not think there is a need for a transfer tax at this time. Alderman Santi asked Director Polerecky if he had conversation with real estate agents regarding the transfer tax. He answered that he spoke with one realtor who said he understood the reason behind the tax but the McHenry County Association of Realtors would probably not support it. The Committee agreed not to pursue this at this time and asked Director Polerecky to bring the topic up again in 2019. 5. Update on Code Enforcement Strategy. Chairwoman Condon asked Director Polerecky to present this item to the Committee. Director Polerecky provided an update on the progress of the Code Enforcement Strategy document. He reported the code enforcement officer is currently working on completing all of the compliance checks and anticipates the document will be completed in the spring. An updated copy of the document will be provided to the Committee at the next meeting. 6. Review of 2017 Committee Topics and Proposed 2018 Committee meeting date. An update on the topics and status of those items discussed by the Community Development Committee in 2017 was provided: Community Development Committee Meeting Report December 11, 2017 Page 4 August 2017: Established a schedule for 2017 meeting dates September 2017: Discussion on allowing backyard chickens. A decision was made to table the item and for further review in August 2019. October 2017: The Code Enforcement Strategy document was presented to the Committee. Also, placement of garbage receptacles was discussed and forwarded to the Council. November 2017: This meeting was cancelled. Two items proposed and not discussed in 2017 were a review and analysis of the current Community Development fees and the formation of a Community Involvement Committee. At the request of Chairwoman Condon, Director Polerecky explained the idea is to create a committee that somehow allows individuals to be involved in minor projects throughout the community such as painting, cleaning areas of town, etc. The difficulty with this initiative is that most of the people interested are not directly associated with the city; they are separate non-profit or established groups. The city’s liability with this type of initiative was discussed. Chairwoman Condon suggested perhaps asking the Chamber to take the lead in organizing this with assistance from the city to find projects. Alderman Devine suggested perhaps naming it the Community Improvement Group. A discussion ensued on the upcoming review of building permit fees. Chairwoman Condon said she thinks this is a good idea and said it should be made clear that an increase in fees would be to help cover the city’s costs, not to make money. Director Polerecky noted the city is currently not covering the city’s costs and McHenry has the lowest fees in the county. Answering Chairwoman Condon’s question, Director Polerecky said fees were review in 2010 and only minor increases were made. Director Polerecky said he would also like to address recreational fire pits and burning. The current ordinance requires recreational fires be conducted in a portable unit. Many residents have constructed brick fireplaces in their backyards, which are no different from a portable unit however, it is a violation of the current code. Chairwoman Condon asked the Committee if there were any topics or issues they would like to add for future discussion and encouraged the committee to email Director Polerecky with ideas. 2018 Proposed Meeting Dates: A comparison of the proposed 2018 City Council meeting schedule and the proposed Committee schedule was reviewed. Upon viewing a copy of the draft Council meeting resolution, Director Polerecky proposed the following 2018 committee meeting dates: March 12, May 14, June 11, July TBD, September TBD, October 22, December 10. Community Development Committee Meeting Report December 11, 2017 Page 5 Chairwoman Condon informed the Committee that she would be out of town the first week in May The Committee agreed to meet on January 22 and review the dates after adoption of the Council meeting schedule. 7. Department Updates: Director Polerecky reported on the following department activities:  The new Dunkin’ Donuts location on Front Street is open for business. A temporary occupancy was issued pending landscaping and parking lot striping. Alderman Devine asked if a sign will be erected and Director Polerecky answered, the location of the freestanding sign was revised and it will be erected soon.  Construction of two new single-family homes on Hillside is nearly completed. A single-family home on Bennington was demolished and construction of a new home on the lot is underway. The previous structure was a two-story house and the new home will is a ranch.  A few units on Shamrock Lane sustained water damage due to poorly installed water heaters. Staff is working with the management company to get this resolved.  Staff is working to resolve a hoarding case in the Fawn Ridge Apartment complex. The Code Enforcement Officer was issued a subpoena to appear in court and the case was continued twice.  The proposed CIP for Community Development and Building Maintenance was recently submitted to the City Administrator and included a request to replace one vehicle. For Building Maintenance, proposed is new carpeting for the Municipal Center, replacement of the RTU rooftop units and boiler. The mechanicals in the building are aging and need to be addressed.  The department is in the process of digitizing all the documents in the file room.  Alderman Santi inquired about the second location of Kathryn’s Bridal Shop. Director Polerecky informed the committee that the owner opened a second location for overstock inventory in the former Pet Central on Elm Street.  Alderman Santi said he walked through the new theater and DC Cobbs building over the weekend and reported construction is moving along. Director Polerecky reported DC Cobbs will install louvered awnings over the patio. Community Development Committee Meeting Report December 11, 2017 Page 6 8. Adjournment. Alderman Santi made a motion, seconded by Alderman Devine to adjourn the meeting at 8:12 pm. Voting Aye: Santi, Devine, Condon Voting Nay: None Absent: None Motion carried. Respectfully submitted by Marci Geraghty, Executive Assistant/Deputy City Clerk Reviewed and Approved on the _______ day of _______________, 2018. ________________________________________ Chairwoman Geri Condon Department of Community & Economic Development Ross Polerecky, Director McHenry Municipal Center 333 Green Street McHenry, Illinois 60050 Phone: (815) 363-2182 Fax: (815) 363-2173 rpolerecky@ci.mchenry.il.us Community Development Committee Agenda Supplement DATE: January 22, 2018 TO: Community Development Committee FROM: Ross Polerecky, Director of Community Development RE: Review of the current CED permit fee structure and proposed increases The Community Development Department has recently performed a fee study to see where the City of McHenry stands in relation to other communities within McHenry County. Attached is an excel document with several cities, their fee structure, an average fee per permit type and a proposal for fee increases. The excel document has four pages to it, the first two pages include the actual fee study showing all other municipalities with an average at the end. The third and fourth page are a summary and the proposed new fees. The Community Development Department has met internally to determine the amount of time that is spent on each permit type and has adjusted the fees accordingly. Some factors that come into deciding a permit fee may include, plan review time, number of inspections required and complexity of project. This type of review was last done in 2010-11 and only a few increases were made at that time due to the economic situation. Staff understands the economy has not recovered to where we were at one time however operating costs of the department have increased over the years and permit fees have remained flat. In an effort to not deter new building and development most of the fees for the new construction have remained the same with no proposed change. If the Community Development Committee agrees with the attached proposal for fee increases, a recommendation to proceed to city council is requested. BUILDING PERMIT FEES Average Permit Cost McHenry McHenry RESIDENTIAL MINOR PERMITS Actual Fees Proposed Fees A/C (new unit only)42.83$ $40.00 50.00$ Antenna/Satellite Dish 75.00$ $30.00 45.00$ Deck 55.71$ $30 + .05 /sq ft $40.00 +.10 SQ FT 115.00$ Demolition 216.67$ $100.00 150.00$ Interior Demolition 45.00$ Driveway 44.50$ $25.00 75.00$ Electric Install/Upgrade 58.57$ $50.00 60.00$ Electric Misc ALT MIN FEE Fence 39.17$ $25.00 30.00$ .05 AFTER 1ST 100 LF Fireplace 57.86$ $50.00 Prefab 75.00$ Masonry 150.00$ Furnace 42.83$ $25.00 50.00$ Accessory Structure/Garage 76.25$ .15 per sq ft $45.00 + .15 SQ FT Hot Tub 88.33$ $35.00 100.00$ Irrigation System/Back flow 79.29$ $50.00 75.00$ Patio 46.67$ N/A Pool, Storable 78.75$ $30.00 30.00$ Pool, Above Ground 125.00$ $60.00 100.00$ Pool, In Ground 275.83$ $115.00 200.00$ Reroof (per dwelling)39.17$ $25.00 50.00$ Sewer/Water Repair 46.25$ $25.00 50.00$ Water Repair Sidewalk/Stairs 41.67$ $45.00 45.00$ Siding 39.17$ $25.00 50.00$ Water Heater Replacement 37.50$ $35.00 50.00$ Window/Door Replacement 35.00$ $25.00 50.00$ 40.00$ 50.00$ 60.00$ 70.00$ 80.00$ NEW CONSTRUCTION Building Permit Fee 37.00$ BUILDING PERMIT FEES Average Permit Cost McHenry McHenry RESIDENTIAL MINOR PERMITS Actual Fees Proposed Fees Residential cost per sq. ft.0.71$ $0.25 0.30$ Review Fee, per sq. ft. (Building)187.50$ $80.00 100.00$ cost per sq ft 200.13$ N/A minimum fee Review fee per cu ft N/A PLUMBING (base fee)32.00$ $112.00 per habitable sq ft Inspection/Review fee $56.00 Per fixture fee $1.50 2.00$ basic plumbing fees per avg home HVAC (base fee) per habitable sq ft ELECTRICAL (base fee) per habitable sq ft 0.17$ ADDITIONS Building Permit Fee 141.75$ $45 min $150.00 base per sq ft 0.33$ $0.25 0.30$ based on Construction value Review Fee 120.00$ $80.00 100.00$ Plumbing Fee (base fee)43.50$ $56.00 per new fixture 1.59$ $1.50 2.00$ per replacement fixture HVAC (base fee) per habitable sq ft 0.17$ ELECTRICAL (base fee) per habitable sq ft REMODELING Building Permit Fee 109.17$ $45 min 150.00$ Per Sq. Ft.20.25$ $0.25 0.30$ based on Construction Value 29.00$ BUILDING PERMIT FEES Average Permit Cost McHenry McHenry RESIDENTIAL MINOR PERMITS Actual Fees Proposed Fees Review Fee $80.00 100.00$ Plumbing Review/Inspection Fee $56.00 per new fixture 3.00$ $1.50 2.00$ per replacement fixture $1.50 2.00$ Reinspection Fee Plumbing 63.33$ $28.00 50.00$ All others 66.00$ $37.50 50.00$ *after 2nd failed inspection same item 76.67$ *after 3rd failed inspection same item 200.00$ Permit Extention Fee First 6 month extention 40.00$ ? Second 6 month extention 50.00$ Third 6 month extention Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Residential 80.83$ $50.00 50.00$ Commercial 117.00$ Certificate of Occupancy Residential 48.75$ N/A Commercial 83.33$ N/A Industrial Department of Community & Economic Development Ross Polerecky, Director McHenry Municipal Center 333 Green Street McHenry, Illinois 60050 Phone: (815) 363-2182 Fax: (815) 363-2173 rpolerecky@ci.mchenry.il.us Community Development Committee Agenda Supplement DATE: January 22, 2018 TO: Community Development Committee FROM: Ross Polerecky, Director of Community Development RE: Community Development Committee Meeting Schedule A meeting schedule for 2018 was brought to the committee in December of 2017 and a few conflicts were identified, most of these conflicts were due to the alteration of the City Council meeting schedule. Below is the original proposed dates along with the n ew dates. The following is a schedule of the remainder meeting dates for 2018 March 12, 2018 7:00 PM May 14, 2018 7:00 PM June 11, 2018 7:00 PM July 23, 2018 7:00 PM July 30th 7:00pm September 10, 2018 7:00 PM September 17th 7:00 pm October 22, 2018 7:00 PM December 10, 2018 7:00 PM Topics for these meeting dates have yet to be determined, as discussed in previous committee meetings this year will focus on updating ordinances that are outdated or unclear.