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CITY OF MUSKEGON
MUSKEGON HOUSING BOARD OF APPEALS
MEETING MINUTES
02/02/2012
5:30 PM
ATTENDANCE: Randy Mackie, William Krick, Greg Borgman, Ed Simmons, Kirk Kolberg
ABSENT:
EXCUSED:
STAFF: Carmen Smith, Henry Faltinowski, Jim Hoppus, Don LaBrenz, Chief
Jeffrey Lewis
GUESTS: David Medendorp
Meeting minutes: A motion was made by Randy Mackie and seconded by Ed Simmons to
approve the December 2011 minutes.
A roll call vote was taken:
AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
William Krick
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
Election of Officers
Nomination made by Randy Mackie to re-appoint Greg Borgman as chair-person and a
nomination of Randy Mackie as vice-chair by Ed Simmons. Motion made by Kirk Kolberg and
seconded by Ed Simmons to approve nominations.
A roll call vote was taken:
AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
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William Krick
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
DANGEROUS BUILDING NEW CASES
EN-110191 – 1357 7th – Jay Dee Properties LLC, 1420 44th St., Brooklyn, NY 11219
David Medendorp was present to represent property.
Mr. Medendorp stated they realize the house in question needs work and a new roof. Mr.
Medendorp stated owner was under water in his properties and finances. Mr. Medendorp’s
company took over managing the properties and tried allocating the funds towards repairs
such as the furnace, carpeting. Money was spent on less expensive violations on the homes
that were occupied. He stated Mr. Deutsch was selling all his properties next month. Mr.
Medendorp stated it was being disclosed that repairs were needed. Mr. Medendorp asked if
board could table case for a month so they would know where they are with the properties.
Henry Faltinowski stated someone representing auction called him and he wanted to know
what would happen if someone bought home. Henry Faltinowski stated that potential buyers
should be made aware that home is on Dangerous Building List. He said owner would need to
meet with Inspections and schedule interior inspection because of damage to roof system. Mr.
Medendorp stated he was in home 3 months ago and had not seen any visible sign of water.
Mr. Medendorp asked if new owner could come in and get permit right away. Don LaBrenz
stated first owner would need to schedule interior inspection so everyone knows what repairs
need to be completed. Mr. Medendorp asked about scenario if owner backs out of sale and
defaults back to previous owner. Don LaBrenz said if home is demolished cost would be
assessed back to whom ever the homeowner is. Don LaBrenz stated if HBA moves to
demolish, the owner still has time to pull permits and make repairs. Bill Krick stated since
home has been boarded since October and has hole in roof that is was imperative that
potential buyer be made of aware of status. Mr. Medendorp stated he would make sure there
would be full disclosure given. Bill Krick stated building was very sore looking. Greg Borgman
explained motion. Jim Hoppus asked about houses being bought from auctions site unseen.
Mr. Medendorp said he had seen sale of property that way but felt structures in Muskegon
were worth investing in but his recommendation to buyers would be to contact realtors to find
out what they are getting into. He mentioned fair practice of City Muskegon giving out
information regarding properties. Mr. Medendorp stated City of Muskegon was great to work
with, he knows what to expect and they are very consistent.
Motion was made by Ed Simmons to declare the structure substandard, dangerous and a
public nuisance and was seconded by Randy Mackie.
A roll call vote was taken:
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AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
William Krick
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
EN-110204 – 717 Amity – Frans Carl/Marie, 901 Moulton Ave., Muskegon, MI 49445-2921
No one was present to represent property.
Motion made by Randy Mackie to declare the structure substandard, dangerous and a public
nuisance and was seconded by William Krick.
A roll call vote was taken:
AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
William Krick
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
EN-110189 – 345 W. Grand Ave. – Bank of America, 2375 N. Glenville Dr., Richardson,
T X 75082
No one was present to represent property.
Motion made by Randy Mackie to declare the structure substandard, dangerous and a public
nuisance and was seconded by Kirk Kolberg.
A roll call vote was taken:
AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
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William Krick
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
EN-110205 – 1469 6th – Antonio Zamarron, 2902 Holland, Mission, TX 78574
No one was present to represent property.
Motion made by Randy Mackie to declare the structure substandard, dangerous and a public
nuisance and was seconded by Kirk Kolberg.
A roll call vote was taken:
AYES: NAYES: EXCUSED: ABSENT: ABSTENTION:
Greg Borgman
Randy Mackie
William Krick
Ed Simmons
Kirk Kolberg
Motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS:
NEW BUSINESS:
Chief Lewis stated he was observing the process and noticed numerous properties on
Dangerous Building list and was refreshed to see that the board moved swiftly in removing
those structures. Greg Borgman stated board has a passion for resolution. Mr. Borgman
stated he has been concerned about the number of roofs not being repaired. He spoke about
funding for roofs. Henry Faltinowski spoke about work of CNS in helping to repair roofs. Mr.
Krick said neighborhood meeting was positive and community is in sync with what Mayor has
started. Their was a discussion amongst board regarding Dangerous building list compared to
year ago and funding for demolition. Greg Borgman stated a community officer would sit in on
HBA meetings in previous years. Henry Faltinowski stated Police Department is still
contacting Inspections regarding potential dangerous structures. Ed Simmons thanked Bryon
Mazade for attending meeting and providing needed information.
ADJOURNMENT: 6:12 PM
CITY OF MUSKEGON
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THE CITY COMMISSION AND ANY OF ITS COMMITTEES OR SUBCOMMITTEES.
The City of Muskegon will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as
signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed materials being considered at the
meeting, upon twenty-four hours notice to the City of Muskegon. Individuals with disabilities
requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the City of Muskegon by writing or calling the
following.
Ann Cummings, City Clerk
933 Terrace Street
Muskegon, MI 49443
(231) 724-6705 or TDD (231) 724-6773
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