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Council Update: June 22

6/22/2015

Dedicated Sewer Main

Progress continues on this project. There is nothing significantly new to report on except no major hiccups to the project; knock on wood.

Second River Crossing Water Project Phase I

As reported in last council update, work continues with assistance from Ken Rizzio on the application to the EDA for a $2.5 million grant. We will be meeting June 22, 2015 at 6:00 P.M. to review this project as well as the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Phase II Project in a public workshop.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Project Phase II

As with the Water Project Phase I, we will review the status of the WWTP Project Phase II. Due to continued expansion at Continental Dairy Facilities and fairlife, the city must address capacity issues at our WWTP. On June 22, Steve Luke and I will present the concept/design and the price for additional upgrades in a 6:00 P.M. workshop. Because there are numerous issues to this next upgrade, it would be better to have our initial meeting dedicated to this one item. I have already begun the process of locating funds for this project as it will be complicated and time consuming.

West Randall Street Reconstruction Project

No changes to the status of this project. Latest word was that work will not commence until after July 4th weekend. As a reminder, the intersection of 64th and West Randall will be reconstructed as part of this project. There will be no thru traffic and for the first stage, eastbound traffic will be directed north onto 64th Avenue. During the second stage of construction, eastbound traffic will be directed south onto 64th Avenue.

As always, don't hesitate to contact City Hall with any questions or concerns you may have with any of these projects. Or, follow us on Facebook for real-time updates as we get them. www.facebook.com/cityofcoopersville

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West Randall Road Closure Notice

6/15/2015

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Construction to shut down
West Randall Street starting July 6

Coopersville, MI – City officials announced that road reconstruction on West Randall Street between 64th and 68th Avenues will begin July 6, 2015, and will reopen to traffic at the end of September. One lane of eastbound through traffic will be maintained throughout the project, however west-bound traffic will be detoured through River Street and O’Malley Drive.

“The City understands that this will be a major inconvenience for businesses and residents alike,” said City Manager Steven Patrick. “We would like your understanding and patience during the construction period.”

Mr. Patrick also encourages drivers to respect the businesses in and around construction by following posted detours, not cutting through local businesses. “Sergeant Luce and the Ottawa County Sheriff deputies will be enforcing detours throughout the construction,” stated Mr. Patrick. There will also be no left turn from O’Malley onto southbound 68th Avenue: signs will direct drivers to use the roundabout.

The much needed road reconstruction will include removal of asphalt, replacing with concrete paving, installing curbs and gutters, adding storm sewer, irrigation, landscaping, and a sidewalk on the south side of West Randall Street. Work is scheduled to be completed entirely by October 16. Updates on construction will be posted on the City’s facebook page (facebook.com/cityofcoopersville), website (www.cityofcoopersville.com), and as appropriate in the local media.

For questions, concerns, or comments, please contact City Hall at (616) 997-9731 or construction@cityofcoopersville.com.

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Honoring Ed & Nancy Hanenburg

6/10/2015

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On June 3, I had the privilege of attending the Grand Valley State University Enrichment dinner with around 2,000 of Michigan's business and civic leaders. Ed & Nancy Hanenburg were honored as the 2015 Enrichment Award Recipients, for their generous and selfless contributions to educational, advocacy, and preservation organizations both in Coopersville and greater West Michigan. I was truly moved by the event and was proud to represent our small town of Coopersville.

Here is the great video which they shared about Ed & Nancy.

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Council and DDA Update, June 8

6/9/2015

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I am hoping everyone had an enjoyable three day weekend and thanks to all that made the Memorial Day Parade a success, as I’ve heard many positive comments on the event.

Dedicated Sewer Main

The lift-station portion of this project is underway at 64th Avenue. The dedicated mains that were buried during the winter and spring months were done in sections and are in various stages of completion, meaning the sections are now being connected. The project is still on schedule, although the lift-station project itself was delayed for a couple weeks while the staff was seeking additional funding due to the final bid prices. Talks with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) have not been favorable for the city but there will be continued efforts to seek additional funding for this project. The MEDC has a new director and I will make an attempt to discuss this situation with that individual.

Second River Crossing Water Project Phase I

Work continues with assistance from Ken Rizzio on the application to the EDA for a $2.5 million grant. At the June 22, 2015 council meeting, I will review this project again and also examine how to finance that portion of the project not covered by a grant, of course if we are awarded the grant. I should have most of the legal and financial questions answered by that date.

WWTP Project Phase II

As with the Water Project Phase I, we will review the status of the WWTP Project Phase II. Due to continued expansion at CDF and fairlife, the city must address capacity issues at our WWTP. One June 22, Steve Luke and I will present the concept/design and the price for additional upgrades in a 6:00 P.M. workshop. Because there are numerous issues to this next upgrade, it would be better to have our initial meeting dedicated to this one item. I have already begun the process of locating funds for this project as it will be complicated and time consuming.

West Randall Street Reconstruction Project

No changes to the status of this project. Latest word was that work will not commence until after July 4th weekend. Notices to the public will be going out in the next week or so.

Randall Street Bridge

We’re in the process of determining when we can start the maintenance on this bridge. I know this summer there are numerous construction projects around the city but this maintenance project is important as well and I don’t want to wait until late summer/early fall to begin work if we can help it. The best guess at this time is to start the project the week after Del Shannon Days to reduce the inconvenience to our residents and visitors alike.

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Council Update: June 22

West Randall Road Closure Notice

Construction to shut down West Randall Street starting July 6

Honoring Ed & Nancy Hanenburg

Council and DDA Update, June 8

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Construction to shut down
West Randall Street starting July 6