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September 27, 2010

City of Brighton Notice of Special Meeting of the City Council October 23 & 24, 2010

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September 22, 2010 Curbside Leaf Collection Program 2010  Click here
September 16, 2010 City of Brighton Fire Hydrant Flushing begins Monday, September 27, 2010  Click here
September 15, 2010

ITC Holdings Corporation Vegetation Management

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September 9, 2010 BACC Meeting rescheduled from 9-13-10 to Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 4:00 pm  Click here
September 9, 2010

City of Brighton Notice of Cable TV Advisory Commission Meeting September 14, 2010

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September 8, 2010 Public Hearing Regarding the City of Brighton’s Utilization of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Funds  Click here
September 3, 2010 Ordinance No. 553 Adopted 9-2-2010  Click here
September 1, 2010 City of Brighton Labor Day Trash Schedule 2010  Click here
August 23, 2010 City of Brighton Sweeping of City Residential Streets, Downtown Areas, and Parking Lots  Click here
August 20, 2010 City of Brighton Notice of Second Reading and Public Hearing for a Proposed Ordinance to Amend the City of Brighton Code Chapter 70  Click here
August 20, 2010

ORDINANCE NO. 552  Adopted 8/19/10

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August 16, 2010 Pavement Maintenance Fall 2010 begins Wednesday, August 18, 2010  Click here
August 11, 2010

City of Brighton Notice 0f Second Reading And Public Hearing to Amend the Code of Ordinances, City of Brighton, Michigan, by Amending Chapter 22 of the Code by Adding New Artice XI, Medical Marihuana, and a New Section 22-341

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June 15, 2010 Weatherization Assistance from OLHSA  Click here
June 14, 2010 2010 July Board of Review for City of Brighton  Click here
June 8, 2010 City of Brighton Ordinance No. 551  Click here
May 13, 2010 City Receives Upgraded Bond Rating  Click here
May 7, 2010

Ordinance No. 550 Adopted May 6, 2010

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City of Brighton Notice of Special Meeting of the City Council
October 23 & 24, 2010

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a Special City Council Meeting of the Brighton City Council to be held on Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 24, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Brighton Community Center, 555 Brighton Street, Brighton, Michigan 48116The Council is meeting for the purpose of discussing and possibly taking action on Goal Setting Issues.  All public is welcome to attend the meeting.  Please call the City Clerk, 810-227-0463 with any questions.

To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Any citizen requesting accommodation to attend this meeting/function and/or to obtain this notice in alternate formats, please contact David Blackmar, ADA Coordinator (810) 225-8001, at least five business days prior to the meeting/function.

DIANA LOWE
CITY CLERK

Curbside Leaf Collection Program 2010

Since its inception, the City of Brighton continues to refine its Curbside Leaf Pickup Program, with regard to both service levels and taxpayer expenses for this service.  We need all residents’ cooperation in order for it to run as smoothly as possible.  We are requesting that all citizens follow the guidelines below.  Please take the time to read and understand the following regarding the City’s Leaf Collection Program for the year 2010.  Thank you for your cooperation with this program.

The City of Brighton’s Leaf Collection Program will begin the week of October 4, 2010.  Waste Management is picking up yard waste and leaves FROM ALL CITY RESIDENTS in the brown yard waste bags every week on your normal trash pickup day from the week of October 4th through November 24, 2010.  The brown leaf bags will be available beginning Monday, September 27, 2010 at the Department of Public Services Office, 420 S. Third Street, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am through 5:00 pm. Each resident is asked to take only two bundles (10 bags) at each pick up.  Although there is a limit to the number of bags that can be picked up from the City, there is no limit on the number of bags that can be put out for collection.

In an effort to make the curbside leaf bag pickup work as efficiently as possibly, please store yard waste bags where they are not exposed to heavy rain.  Yard waste bags should be stored in the garage or under an over hang.  If heavy rain is expected in the evening before your pick up day, we are asking residents to place yard waste bags out in the early morning.  Wet, heavy leaves/yard waste can cause collection issues. 

In addition to this service, the City will once again be offering its curbside leaf vacuuming services FOR ALL CITY RESIDENTS.  This service will begin when accumulations of leaves merit the mobilization of this equipment and will continue as needed and as weather permits.  Leaves only will be vacuumed as brush and twigs do not process in the machines.  Residents are asked to rake their leaves into the street, but against the curb line.  Please note that high piles of leaves could cause site view obstructions for vehicles.  The piles should be spread out along your property’s curb line.     

Please see the leaf-vacuuming schedule below: 

Section #1:

            St. Paul, Beaver, Liberty, Flint, Williamsen, Nelson, Hillcrest, School, Church, Leith, North, East, Dutcher, Hope Clark, Kissane, O’Doherty, Maurice, Carney, Becker

Section #2:

            Whitney, Walnut, State, Chestnut, North Second through North Seventh, South First through South Seventh, Main, Pierce, Franklin, Michigan, Livingston, Lakeside, Brighton, Madison, Washington, 

Section #3:

            Fairway Trails, Alpine, Devonshire, Robertson, Oak Ridge (including all cul-de sacs and courts, Glenwyth, Whispering Oaks, Woodlake (Including all cul-de-sacs and courts), Court, Northern Ridge, Long Leaf Court, Peppergrove, Baywood Circle, Brighton Lake Road, Lincoln,

It is estimated that it will take our crews approximately one week to complete each section.  When Section 1 is complete, they will move onto Section 2, then Section 3 and begin again in Section 1, etc until all of the leaves are removed or the weather changes to where we have to concentrate our efforts to snow removal.

Please understand that we will strive to remove your leaves in a timely manner after you have raked them to the curb.  It is not possible for the City to vacuum leaves on an on-call basis.

Remember, burning your leaves is not allowed in the City of Brighton, by ordinance. 

For more information call the Department of Public Services at 225-8001.

Brighton Arts and Culture Commission Vacancy

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Brighton City Council will be accepting applications from residents who would be interested in an appointment to the Brighton Arts and Culture Commission to fill an unexpired term.

Per City Charter and Ordinances, the minimum qualifications for a Brighton Arts and Culture Commission Member can be summarized as follows:

1.      Minimum residency in the City at least two years prior to the date of an   appointment to a Brighton Arts and Culture Commission vacancy.

2.      Must be a qualified and registered voter living in the City.

3.      Not being in default to the City of Brighton.

Additional information regarding the position including minimum qualifications, responsibilities, compensation, length of term, can be received by contacting the Human Resources Director at (810) 225-9251, during regular business hours Monday through Friday.

Letters of application and resumes summarizing one’s experiences and qualifications which could help demonstrate leadership qualities including any specific experiences on governing boards or committees of other public or civic service organizations should be sent to Jennifer Piasecki, Human Resources Director, 200 N. 1st Street, Brighton, Michigan 48116. Application deadline is October 29th, 2010.

DIANA LOWE
CITY CLERK

City of Brighton Fire Hydrant Flushing begins Monday, September 27, 2010

RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON AND THE RESIDENTS OF GENOA TOWNSHIP THAT HAVE CITY WATER SERVICE:

The City of Brighton Water Division will be flushing fire hydrants between the hours of 12:00 am and 7:00 am beginning Monday, September 27, through Friday, October 1, 2010.

Please plan your water use accordingly.  Your water pressure may be lessened during these times.   You may experience periods of discolored water during this flushing as well as the day following the flushing of the hydrants in your area.  Should this occur, please run your cold water faucets only for approximately 10 minutes to clear the discolored water from your system.  If you still continue to experience discolored water, please call the Utilities Superintendent, Tim Krugh, at 227.9479.

ITC Holdings Corporation Vegetation Management

PROPERTY OWNERS IN THE CITY OF BRIGHTON:

Please be advised that ITC Holdings Corp. will be performing vegetation management (tree trimming and tree removals) inside their easement throughout the City of Brighton.  This work is needed in order to prevent trees and shrubs growing into ITC’s power lines, thus avoiding power outages and/or significant safety threats to residents and the public in the area.

Please click on the icon below to access the map outlining the area where ITC will be working.

Anyone with questions regarding this work should contact ITC’s Customer Line at 877.482.4829

BACC Meeting rescheduled from 9-13-10 to Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 4:00 pm

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Brighton Arts & Culture Commission regular meeting scheduled for Monday, September 13, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. has been rescheduled to Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at Brighton City Hall, 200 North First Street.

If you have any questions regarding this meeting please contact Lauri French in the Community Development Department at 810-225-9244.  

To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):  Any citizen requesting accommodation to attend this meeting/function and/or to obtain this notice in alternate formats, please contact David Blackmar, ADA Coordinator (810) 225-8001, at least five business days prior to the meeting/function.

DIANA LOWE
CITY CLERK

City of Brighton Notice of Cable TV Advisory Commission Meeting September 14, 2010

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE,
that there will be a meeting of the City of Brighton Cable TV Advisory Commission on Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. at the Brighton City Hall, 200 North First Street, Brighton, Michigan.  The purpose of this meeting is to discuss Comcast Cable Services.

If you have any questions regarding this meeting please contact Jennifer Piasecki, Human Resources Director at (810) 225-9251.

To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):  Any citizen requesting accommodation to attend this meeting/function and/or to obtain this notice in alternate formats, please contact David Blackmar, ADA Coordinator (810) 225-8001, at least five business days prior to the meeting/function.


DIANA LOWE
CITY CLERK

Public Hearing Regarding the City of Brighton’s Utilization of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Funds

SEPTEMBER 16, 2010 – 7:30 P.M.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
that a public hearing will be held to formally review how grant funds were spent and whether the projects were completed in compliance with the CDBG rules and regulations.  The two grants that will be reviewed are:

MSC 200802-CAT  ($400,000) - Main Street/Grand River Ave. streetscape; traffic signals; crosswalks; and sidewalk/streetscape improvements between Main St. and North St..  Also included four sculpture pads.  Project is complete; MSHDA closeout monitoring visit set for Sept. 9, 2010.

MSC 200803-CAT  ($579,000)
- Multi-faceted project included façade for Sagano Japanese Steakhouse & Bistro; 2nd Street Parking Lot; Main Street Sewer Bypass, and administrative funds.  All aspects of project were completed by October 1, 2009; close out monitoring visit scheduled for September 9, 2010.

All residents are invited to attend and comment on the projects at a public hearing being held on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at the Brighton City Council Chambers, 200 N. First Street, Brighton, Michigan, 48116.

ALL CONCERNED CITIZENS
are encouraged to be present at this meeting to express their opinion on this matter, as public input is an important element in the City Council’s deliberation.  Furthermore, a decision on this matter is likely at this meeting.  If you have any questions regarding this matter please call (810) 225-9244.

To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):  Any citizen requesting accommodation to attend this meeting/function and/or to obtain this notice in alternate formats, please contact David Blackmar, ADA Coordinator, (810) 225-8001, at least five business days prior to the meeting/function.

Ordinance No. 553 Adopted 9-2-2010

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF BRIGHTON, MICHIGAN, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 70, SOLID WASTE, SECTION 70-3.

THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, LIVINGSTON COUNTY, HEREBY ORDAINS:

I.          Section 70-3 of Chapter 70, Solid Waste, of the Brighton Code of Ordinances is hereby amended and shall read as follows:

Sec. 70-3. Charges

(a)  Charges for the collection of garbage or rubbish to single family residential customers shall be determined from time to time by resolution of the City Council and shall be collected from each single family residence receiving such services under the terms of this article. 

(b)  A collection user fee shall be assessed by the city treasurer, as fixed by resolution of the City Council, and added to the monthly utility bill for each residence.  Charges for collection shall be paid by the residential customer to the city.  The city’s designated waste hauler shall be paid by the city pursuant to the terms of the contract then in effect.

(c)  A ten percent (10%) penalty will be added if the fee is not paid by the designated due date on the utility bill.  The penalty assessed shall be retained by the city and not paid to the city’s designated waste hauler.

(d)   The charges for collection and disposal fees relating to services to single-family generation sites by the designated waste hauler shall constitute a lien upon the property for which the services have been provided. Delinquent charges and penalties shall be certified annually by the city official in charge of collection to the tax assessing officer of the city to be entered upon the next tax roll against the single-family residence for which the services have been rendered.  The charges and penalties shall be collected as part of the general city taxes against such single-family residence and shall accrue further interest and penalties and shall be collected in the same manner as provided for delinquent real property taxes in the city.

(e)  No charge shall be made for commercial or construction garbage or rubbish unless, in the opinion of the city manager, the same constitutes a financial detriment to the city. In such case, and on the approval of the council, a charge shall be made based on actual cost to the city, including overhead, and shall be collected in the same manner as other contracted debts.
 

II.         This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect fifteen (15) days from the adoption as provided by the Brighton City Charter.

DIANA LOWE, City Clerk                              

City of Brighton Labor Day Trash Schedule 2010

Please note that the City of Brighton’s trash collection will be delayed by one day due to the upcoming Labor Day Holiday.  Residents whose trash is picked up on Tuesdays will be picked up on Wednesday September 8th and residents whose trash is picked up on Wednesdays will be picked up on Thursday, September 9, 2010.

Please contact the Department of Public Service at 810.225.8001 for questions.

City of Brighton Sweeping of City Residential Streets, Downtown Areas, and Parking Lots

The City of Brighton performs street sweeping on curbed city streets and downtown parking lots five nights per week from May through October.

Residential streets are cleaned between 2 am and 7 am Monday through Friday.

Downtown area streets and parking lots are cleaned from 4 am – 7 am on Mondays, Fridays, and Sundays, with roads with pedestrian islands being cleaned on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

The streets that will be swept during the week of August 23, 2010 are as follows:

South Third Street, Main Street, Grand River, Challis, Orndorf, Karl Greimel, Library, Appian Way, Rickett, Church, Oak Ridge, Sisu Knoll, North Second, Cross, Alpine, Fairway Trails, Peppergrove, Northern Ridge, Lincoln, Woodlake, Whispering Oaks, Woodlake, and Glenwyth

If you notice that a particular area of the City (your residential street or a downtown street or parking lot) that needs attention, please contact the Department of Public Services at 810.225.8001 and we will address your concern.

City of Brighton Notice of Second Reading and Public Hearing for a Proposed Ordinance to Amend the City of Brighton Code Chapter 70

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Brighton City Council will hold second reading and public hearing at 7:30 p.m., September, 2, 2010 at the Brighton City Council Chambers, 200 N 1st Street, Brighton, Michigan 48116.

The proposed Ordinance would amend The Code of Ordinances, City of Brighton, Michigan, by amending Chapter 70, SOLID WASTE, SECTION 70-3.

The proposed amendment is available for inspection and copying at City Hall, 200 N 1st Street, Brighton, Michigan 48116.  Public comment is invited.

ALL CONCERNED CITIZENS are invited and encouraged to attend this public hearing. 

To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):  Any citizen requesting accommodation to attend this meeting and/or to obtain this notice in alternate formats, please contact David Blackmar, ADA Coordinator (810) 225-8001, at least five business days prior to the meeting.

Diana Lowe
City Clerk

ORDINANCE NO. 552  Adopted 8/19/10

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF BRIGHTON, MICHIGAN, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 22 OF THE CODE BY ADDING NEW ARTICE XI, MEDICAL MARIHUANA, AND A NEW SECTION 22-341.

WHEREFORE, On November 4, 2008, the voters of Michigan passed the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act. This Act provides no guidance to local governments regarding the sale and dispensing of medical marihuana. As a result, municipalities throughout Michigan are struggling with legal and zoning issues related to the sale and dispensing of medical marihuana.

WHEREFORE, the sale or dispensation of medical marihuana is not currently addressed in the City of Brighton Code of Ordinances.

WHEREFORE, processing applications for permits, licenses, certificates or other approvals for uses associated with the sale or dispensation of medical marihuana prior to the amendment of the Code of Ordinances would be detrimental to the public health, safety, and general welfare.

WHEREFORE, the City of Brighton desires to ascertain the best and safest means to comply with the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act, P.A. 2008, MCL 333.26423(d) in order to protect the public health, safety and general welfare.

WHEREFORE, further study and preparation are necessary in order to analyze potential impacts and to draft appropriate amendments to the Code of Ordinances, and it is necessary to immediately forbid the issuance of permits and licenses for uses associated with the sale or dispensation of medical marihuana until an amendment to the Code of Ordinances becomes effective.

THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, LIVINGSTON COUNTY, HEREBY ORDAINS:

I.          That a new Article XI, Medical Marihuana shall be added to Chapter 22.

II.         That a new Section 22-341 of Article XI of Chapter 22 is hereby added and shall read as follows:          

            A moratorium is established on the issuance of all City permits, licenses, certificates, and any and all other approvals, including building permits, land use permits, and certificates of occupancy or re-occupancy, in regard to land uses associated with the sale or dispensation of medical marihuana for a period not to exceed six months, or until the effective date of the adoption of amendments to the Zoning Ordinance and any necessary licensing requirements, whichever occurs first.

III.       This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect fifteen (15) days from the adoption as provided by the Brighton City Charter.                      

DIANA LOWE, City Clerk                                         

Pavement Maintenance Fall 2010 begins Wednesday, August 18, 2010

Please be advised that the City of Brighton’s contractor will begin various pavement maintenance projects throughout the City from Wednesday, August 18, 2010 through Thursday, September 2nd. 

The contractor will be performing miscellaneous street patching on W. Grand River, Rickett Road, the corner of State and North 3rd Street, Lakeside Dr, North 5th, North 6th, North 7th, North East, West Spencer & South East Streets.  Sealcoating will be done on Devonshire, Devonshire Ct, Robertson, Fairway Trails, Fairway Trails Ct, Alpine Drive & Alpine Court.

This work may cause minimal traffic inconveniences; however, all roadways will be open to thru traffic and residents will have access to their homes.

All of the work is expected to be completed by Thursday, September 2nd, 2010.                                 

If you have any questions, please contact David Blackmar, Asst. DPS Director, at 810.225.8001.   

City of Brighton Notice of Second Reading and Public Hearing to Amend the Code of Ordinances, City of Brighton, Michigan, by Amending Chapter 22 of the Code by Adding New Artice Xi, Medical Marihuana, and a New Section 22-341

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that the Brighton City Council will hold second reading and public hearing at 7:30 p.m., August 19, 2010 at the Brighton City Council Chambers, 200 N. 1st Street, Brighton, Michigan 48116.

The proposed ordinance would amend THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF BRIGHTON, MICHIGAN, BY AMENDING CHAPTER 22 OF THE CODE BY ADDING NEW ARTICLE XI, MEDICAL MARIHUANA, AND A NEW SECTION 22-341.

The proposed ordinance is available for inspection at City Hall, 200 N. First Street, Brighton, Michigan.  Public comment is invited.  ALL CONCERNED CITIZENS are invited and encouraged to attend this public hearing. 

To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Any citizen requesting accommodation to attend this meeting/function and/or to obtain this notice in alternate formats, please contact David Blackmar, ADA Coordinator (810) 227-1911, at least five business days prior to the meeting/function.

DIANA LOWE
CITY CLERK

Weatherization Assistance from OLHSA

Weatherization Works!

The low-income Home Weatherization Assistance Program is a FREE service funded by the Federal Department of Energy (DOE) and

administered by the Michigan Department of Human Services (DHS). The program provides free energy conservation services for

eligible low-income households. DHS contracts with Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency (OLHSA) to operate the program. The

Agency determines applicant eligibility, performs the necessary inspections and contracts with qualified, licensed and insured

private contractors to complete the work. Their services reduce energy use and lower utility bills, thus creating more self sufficient

households.

Energy savings services may include:

Combustion appliance testing

Installing ceiling insulation/ventilation

Sidewall and floor insulation

Interior sealing of major cold-air infiltration areas, utilizing blower door technology

Eligibility

Families and individuals who are interested in having their home weatherized must meet current federal income

guidelines, which includes the gross income of everyone residing in the home at the time of application

Recipients of FIP, SSI or SDA who have received benefits during any part of the past twelve months are

automatically eligible

Applications must be residents of Oakland or Livingston County

How to Apply

You must contact OLHSA to apply for services

All applicants must provide proof of income for the previous three months

Proof of income could include one or more of the following items:

“Award” letter from Social Security

Pay stubs with year to date totals

Letter from applicant’s employer

Unemployment check stubs

Most current W-2 or 1040 tax statement

Homeowner must provide one of the following pieces of documentation:

Recorded deed with name and address

Recorded land contract

Mobile home owner must provide:

Title with applicant’s name

Renters must have landlord:

Complete and sign landlord agreement

Provide proof of ownership (see homeowner above)

Provide rental or lease agreements signed by both landlord and applicant

For more information on the Weatherization Program, please visit www.olhsa.org or call 248-209-2760 or 517-546-8500.

Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency
Community Action Since 1964
Helping People. Changing Lives

2010 July Board of Review for City of Brighton

The Board of Review for the City of Brighton will convene for its July meeting with the Assessor on Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at 9:00 a.m.  The Board of Review will meet at Brighton City Hall located at 200 North First Street, Brighton, MI.  The purpose of this meeting is to correct clerical errors, mutual mistakes of fact, qualified errors, Homeowner’s Principal Residence Exemptions and to consider applications for Hardship Exemptions. 

To comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA):

Any citizen requesting accommodation to attend this meeting, and/or to obtain this notice in alternate formats, please contact David Blackmar, ADA coordinator, (810) 225-8001, at least five business days prior to the meeting.

Kathy Lupi
Assessor, City of Brighton

City of Brighton Ordinance No. 551

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, CITY OF BRIGHTON, MICHIGAN, BY REPLACING SUBSECTION 98-82(g) Downtown business district parking exemptions OF ARTICLE III OF CHAPTER 98 OF THE CODE WITH A NEW SUBSECTION 98-82(g) Downtown business district parking exemptions OF ARTICLE III OF CHAPTER 98 OF THE CODE.

THE CITY OF BRIGHTON, LIVINGSTON COUNTY, HEREBY ORDAINS:

I. Subsection 98-82(g) of Article III of Chapter 98 is hereby replaced and shall read as follows:

(g) Downtown business district parking exemptions. The City of Brighton creates the following parking exemption for the downtown business district in recognition of the available public parking in the downtown, and to encourage development in the downtown. Uses within the defined downtown business district boundary that are required by this section to provide less than sixty-five parking spaces, shall be exempt from providing any parking spaces required by this section. For uses which exceed the parking exemption set forth herein, the parking requirements shall be calculated by deducting sixty-five parking spaces from the parking calculation set forth in Sections 98-83 through 98-85. The DBD is established by ordinance and its boundaries are shown on the city's zoning map.

II. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect fifteen (15) days from adoption as provided by the Brighton City Charter.

DIANA LOWE
CITY CLERK
                                                                                                                      CITY

City Receives Upgraded Bond Rating

The City of Brighton is pleased to announce that Fitch Ratings has recalibrated upward the following three City Bonds from A+ to AA-.

1. Brighton (MI) GO Bonds series 1996;

2. Brighton (MI) GO Unlimited Tax Street Bonds series 1997 (insured: Assured GuarantyMunicipal Corp.); and

3. Brighton Building Authority (MI) GO Bonds series 1996.

This adjustment ensures a greater degree of comparability across Fitch's global portfolio of credit ratings and denotes a comparable level of credit risk as ratings in other sectors. By definition, a credit rating is a forward-looking opinion of relative credit risk. Fitch believes that the City of Brighton has inherent strengths that allow us to maintain fiscal balance, including the authority to raise taxes and fees, strong powers to enforce revenue collection, flexibility to cut expenses, and discretion to use accumulated reserves.

Ordinance No. 550 Adopted May 6, 2010

AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CODE OF THE CITY OF BRIGHTON BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP DESCRIBED IN SECTION 98.27 OF CHARTER 98 OF ARTICLE II, THEREOF.

The City of Brighton ordains that

I.          The real property described below and commonly known as 100 Brighton Interior Drive is hereby rezoned to RM (Research Manufacturing).

Legal Description:

SEC 24 T2N, R53, BEG AT THE S 1/4 COR OF SEC 24, TH S00*05'01"E 182.05 FT TO THE C/L OF CHALLIS RD, TH S89*17'59"W 184.50 FT, TH WLY ALG THE ARC OF A CURVE, CHORD N80*05'08"W 408.35 FT, TH N69*28'16"W 122.43 FT, TH N20*31'44"E 101.03 FT, TH ALG ARC OF CURVE, CHORD BEARING N05*50'57"E 104.92 FT, TH N08*49'52"W 327.02 FT, TH N81*10'15"E 10 FT, TH ALG CURVE TO RIGHT CHORD BEARING N36*01'16"E 469.72 FT TO THE POB, TH N05*15'11"W 528.70 FT, TH N52*09'16"E 212.56 FT, TH N43*13'37"E 363.55 FT, TH N84*44'49"E 530.85 FT TO THE WLY R-O-W LINE OF MAGNA CIRCLE DR, TH S05*15'11"E 623.24 FT, TH ALG ARC OF CURVE TO THE RIGHT, CHORD BEARING S45*31'55"W 568.69 FT, TH N83*40'49"W 461.63 FT, TH ALG ARC OF CURVE TO LEFT, CHORD BEARING S88*35'43"W 89.48 FT TO POB.  CONT. 18.91 AC.  SPLIT ON 02/11/1999 FROM 18 24 300 013;  GENOA TRANSFER PROPERTY - DDA 3, LDFA

This Ordinance shall take full force and effect fifteen (15) days from the date of adoption, pursuant to the City Charter.

Diana Lowe
City Clerk                                

Livingston County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Schedule 2010

The Livingston County Solid Waste Department will be holding household hazardous waste collections at their center located in the Livingston County West Complex on Highlander Way in Howell (located next to the Livingston County Animal Shelter) on the following dates.  These collections are available to all Livingston County Residents.  Appointments are necessary and proof of residency, by tax receipt or voters registration card, is required.

Saturday, May 22nd  – 9:00 am – 12 pm

Saturday, August 7th – 9:00 am – 12 pm

Saturday, October 2nd – 10:00 am – 2 pm

Please call 517.545.9609 to schedule an appointment for drop off. 

Also, visit www.co.livingston.mi.us/SolidWaste/householdHazardousWaste.htm for a list of acceptable materials.

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