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City Council MinutesCity of Inkster, Michigan The Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Inkster, Wayne County, Michigan, assembled in the Council Chambers, 26215 Trowbridge, on Tuesday, September 4, 2007. Prior to the meeting, Council entered into Executive Session. Moved by Canty seconded by M. Hendricks, that Council enter into closed executive session at 7:18 p.m. to discuss pending litigation and contract negotiations in accordance with MCL 15.268. Present: Canty, Coleman-Richardson, M. Hendricks, Johnson, Mayor Hampton Not Present: Harris-Foster, E. Hendricks Moved by Johnson, seconded by Canty, to recess at 7:38 p.m. Call Meeting to OrderPledge of AllegianceMayor Hilliard L. Hampton II called the meeting to order at 7:42 p.m. City Council and the public in attendance pledged allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. Roll CallHonorable Council Present: Michael Canty, DeArtriss Coleman-Richardson, Ernest Hendricks (arrived at 8:07 p.m.), Marcus Hendricks, Ronald Johnson, Mayor Hilliard L. Hampton II. Honorable Council Excused: Wanda Harris-Foster, Approval of Agenda07-09-247 RESOLVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by Johnson to approve the agenda as presented. MOTION CARRIED. Public Hearing Presentation Denise Champagne and Mayor Hampton acknowledged the hard work and dedication of the Senior Olympic participants and presented them a certificate from the City of Inkster. Public Participation · Patricia Rogers: Basements in neighborhood flooded due to a water main break that was called in at 3:00 a.m. but not shut off until 8:00 a.m. Tried to file a claim but were denied claiming governmental immunity. Wanted explanation. Mayor directed her to Fred Hill, Risk Manager. · Nellene Moore: Contractors have created excessive dust on Northland. City Manager will respond. · Marian Johnson: The north side of Isabelle is being used as a dumping ground. Recommends a No Dumping sign and also a No Outlet or Dead End sign. The light in front of 2225 Isabelle needs to be replaced. City Manager will respond. · Willie Johnson: Excessive dust with possible environmental hazards being created by the cement company on Michigan Avenue. Requested status on K-9 unit. Has appeal to Mayor several times, has not received a response. Complimented City Manager on response to issues.
Mayor and Council Concerns M .Hendricks: Gave thanks to departments for always responding to inquiries. Coleman-Richardson: Invited public to Foreclosure Forum to be held September 25, 2007 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Booker T. Dozier Recreation Complex, phone 734.722.5146 or 313.561.2383 for more information. Canty: Has received several complaints from citizens regarding loud boom boxes. E. Hendricks: Complimented DPS for the great job being done to groom the parks. Johnson: Requested Council consider issuing a resolution for the 60th anniversary of St. James Methodist Church. To be placed under New Business. Mayor Hampton: Dust at Avondale/Sunningdale area needs to be cleaned. Explained to Mr. Willie Johnson the procedure used for responding to citizens is generally handled through the City Managers office. Consent Agenda 07-07-248. RESOLVED by Johnson, seconded by Coleman-Richardson to approve minutes from the regular council meeting of August 20, 2007, quarterly payment of $2,268.00 to Michigan Municipal League for 2007/2007 membership dues, $138,555.51 for August 2007 Police and Fire Retirement System, $138,555.51 for September 2007 Police and Fire Retirement System, annual dues to the Conference of Western Wayne in the amount of $5,860.00, payment of $11,479.50 to Milton Spokojny, City Attorney. MOTION CARRIED. City Clerk Boards and Commissions 07-09-249 RESOLVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by Johnson to accept the resignation from the Library and Historical Commission submitted by Gloria Steele and appoint Judy Stanton to her position. MOTION CARRIED 07-09-250 RESOLVED by E. Hendricks, seconded by Coleman-Richardson to issuing a letter of commendation for service to Gloria Steele along with a plaque to be presented to her at an upcoming council meeting. Councilman Johnson distributed a resume from a citizen expressing an interest in serving on a Board or Commission. Asked Mayor to consider for Cable Commission under his appointment. Previous Business Items were removed from the Table for Council consideration. 07-09-251 RESOLVED by M. Hendricks, seconded by E. Hendricks to approve website update to include a citizen request module and a payment center at a rate of $703.00 per month and a one time set up fee of $500.00. MOTION CARRIED. 07-09-252 RESOLVED by E. Hendricks, seconded by M. Hendricks to award crime coverage to Fidelity & Deposit/Zurich Brownrigg Companies LTD agent in the amount of $3,933.00 for the period of August 1, 2007 to July 31, 2008. MOTION CARRIED. Fred Hill will investigate deductible options from the insurance company and report to Council. Stated the city has not had to utilize the coverage to date. Councilman Johnson suggests a study should be conducted. Ordinances First Readings Second Readings
City Manager New Business 07-09-253. RESOLVED by Canty, seconded by Johnson to allow Womack Temple C.M.E. Church to conduct a yard sale on September 22 and October 8 on Michigan Avenue between Justin Avenue and St. Michaels. 07-09-254. RESOLVED by Johnson, seconded by M. Hendricks to issuing a resolution in recognition of the 60th anniversary of St. James United Methodist Church. Meeting was adjourned to conduct the Election Commission meeting at 8:34 p.m. Reconvened at 8:36 p.m. Council returned to executive session at 8:37 p.m. Moved by Canty, seconded by E. Hendricks to return to open session at 8:58 p.m.
There being no further business to come before Council, on motion duly made by Canty and seconded by E. Hendricks and carried, the Regular Council Meeting of September 4, 2007 was adjourned at 8:59 p.m.
Velida Gutierrez-Smith Inkster City Clerk ATTEST: Hilliard L. Hampton II Inkster City Mayor
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