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City Council MinutesCity of Inkster, Michigan The Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Inkster, Wayne County, Michigan, convened in the Council Chambers, Booker T. Dozier Recreation Complex, 2025 Middlebelt, on Monday, February 6, 2006. Prior to the Regular Council Meeting: Moved by Canty seconded by E. Hendricks, that Council convene in closed executive session at 7:20 p.m. to discuss pending litigation and personnel in accordance with MCL 15.268 (c) and (e). Roll Call Vote: YEAS: Canty, Coleman-Richardson, Harris-Foster, E. Hendricks, M. Hendricks, Johnson, Mayor Hampton NAYS: None Moved by Coleman-Richardson, seconded by Harris-Foster, to adjourn closed executive session at 7:38 p.m. CALL MEETING TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The invocation was offered by Bishop Harris, followed by Mayor Hilliard L. Hampton II calling the meeting to order at 7:47 p.m. Mayor Hampton, City Council and the public in attendance pledged allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. ROLL CALL Honorable Council Present: Michael Canty, DeArtriss Coleman-Richardson, Wanda Harris-Foster, Ernest Hendricks, Marcus Hendricks, and Ronald Johnson. Mayor Hilliard L. Hampton II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 06-02-032 RESOLVED by Harris-Foster, seconded by M. Hendricks to approve the agenda with the removal of B-2 and the addition of two items to be referred to as F-4 and F-5. PRESENTATIONS Councilperson Canty offered a Proclamation on behalf of the city to Joshua and Jarrett Simmons for securing a spot on the television show American Idol. Mayor Hilliard L. Hampton II presented Police Chief Gregory B. Gaskin with the Oath of Office. Jeannie Fields, Weed and Seed Director announced a Town Hall Meeting to be held at the Parks and Recreation Center on Wednesday, February 15, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. to discuss gun violence prevention. Police Chief Gregory B. Gaskin provided a community safety update. Supplied public with Tip Line phone number 313.277.4118 if the caller wants to remain anonymous or anyone can call the Chief’s office at 313.563.9873 to report criminal activity. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION An announcement was made regarding an upcoming live production at Inkster High School on February 17, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $7.00. Frank Minot addressed Council regarding the Public Hearing on TIFA. Dr. Dawkins explained the language of relocation is not being proposed at this time. Jean Fuller announced February 7, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. is the deadline for petitions to be submitted to the Clerk’s office for placement on the upcoming School Board election on May 2, 2006. Juanita Davis stated she received a letter from TIFA and will bring up concerns at the Public Hearing. Regina Lewis asked how the Parks and Recreation proposal could be placed on a separate ballot. PUBLIC HEARINGS SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN MOVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by E. Hendricks to open the Public Hearing at 8:31 p.m. MOTION CARRIED. Pastor Stargill opened the meeting by introducing TIFA members in attendance and stated the purpose of TIFA is to prevent urban deterioration. Kevin Smith of Miller Canfield was introduced. Citizens expressed concern with language in the proposal suggesting relocation. Dr. Dawkins stated there are no plans for relocation. Additional discussion regarding funding of the city hall relocation process, parking, planning, and future plans for the existing city hall with expansion to the court. Councilperson Johnson explained the reasoning behind the move and how the decision was made. Councilperson E. Hendricks also explained how TIFA is being used. Mr. Guerro, Westwood School attorney, stated page 9 of the proposal should be changed to read “Westwood School District” from “Inkster School District”. Asked for assistance in the demolition of McNair School because demolition is included in the plan. City Manager asked that Public Safety be included in the plan. Pastor Stargill stated the committee is open to suggestions and invited the public to attend a TIFA meeting held every second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Parks and Recreation center to give their input. Moved by M. Hendricks, seconded by Harris-Foster to close the Public Hearing at 9:21 p.m. MOTION CARRIED MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS M. Hendricks reminded the public of the bi-weekly trash pickup. CONSENT AGENDA 06-02-033. RESOLVED by Coleman-Richardson, seconded by Canty to approve the minutes from regular meeting of January 17, 2006, minutes from Special Meeting of January 18, 2006. MOTION CARRIED CITY CLERK B-1. Boards and Commissions Appointments 06-02-034. RESOLVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by Canty to reappoint William Taylor to a four year term expiring December 31, 2009 on the Board of Canvassers. MOTION CARRIED. 06-02-035. RESOLVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by Canty to reappoint Betty Miller to a four year term expiring December 31, 2009 on the Board of Canvassers. MOTION CARRIED. 06-02-036. RESOLVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by Johnson to reappoint Sandra Markwart to a one year term expiring December 31, 2006 on the Board of Review. MOTION CARRIED. 06-02-037. RESOLVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by Johnson to reappoint Ned Sanders to a one year term expiring December 31, 2006 on the Board of Review. MOTION CARRIED. ORDINANCES FIRST READINGS SECOND READINGS CITY MANAGER NEW BUSINESS 06-02-038. RESOLVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by Johnson to pay invoice number V00000004 received from Alternative Service Concepts in the amount of $75,000 regarding file number P002-03-00015. MOTION CARRIED. 06-02-039. RESOLVED by Coleman-Richardson, seconded by Johnson to approve Memorandum of Agreement between the State of Michigan and the Inkster Police Department. (Agreement to be made a part thereof). MOTION CARRIED. 06-02-040. RESOLVED by Canty, seconded by Coleman-Richardson to execute a Planned Unit Development Agreement between the City of Inkster and Annapolis Pointe, L.L.C., in relation to the Carver Homes Redevelopment Project (Annapolis Pointe Project). 06-02-041. RESOLVED by Coleman-Richardson, seconded by M. Hendricks to approve budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2005/2006. 06-02-042 RESOLVED by Johnson, seconded by Coleman-Richardson to adopt a resolution approving the second amended and restated Tax Increment Financing Plan and Development Plan for the Beech Daly Development area of the City of Inkster Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) with the inclusion of Public Safety. City Manager stated public safety should be included in case there is need in the future. Councilman M. Hendricks asked of future use if the Westwood School was demolished. Dr. Dawkins pointed to page 26 of the plan indicating the area would be left as open space for future development. Mr. Smith indicated that any amendments not related to the bond could be added at a later time. CLOSED SESSION Moved by Canty, seconded by Coleman-Richardson to reconvene to closed executive session at 9:41 p.m. to discuss pending litigation and personnel in accordance with MCL 15.268 (c) and (e). Roll Call Vote: YEAS: Canty, Coleman-Richardson, Harris-Foster, E. Hendricks, M. Hendricks, Johnson, Mayor Hampton NAYS: None Councilwoman Coleman-Richardson excused at 9:42 p.m. Councilwoman Harris-Foster excused at 10:30 p.m. Moved by Canty, seconded by Johnson to return to open session at 10:47 p.m. Mr. Gerry Hearn, Court Administrator presented a letter from Judge Sylvia James regarding the current budget. Judge James expressed a request to meet with Council. Council asked Mr. Hearn to look at the Judge’s calendar for a time next week so the entire body could meet with her. There being no further business to come before Council, on motion duly made by Councilperson Canty and seconded by Councilperson Johnson and carried, the Regular Council Meeting of February 6, 2006 was adjourned at 11:19 p.m. Velida Gutierrez-Smith ATTEST:
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