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City Council MinutesCity of Inkster, Michigan City of Inkster Mayor and Council, Wayne County, Michigan, convened in the Council Chambers, 26215 Trowbridge, on Monday, March 7, 2011 Prior to the Regular Council Meeting; council convened in closed session to discuss pending litigation at 6:59 p.m. Moved by Owens, Seconded by Crump Returned to open session a5 7:38 p.m. Moved by Owens, Seconded by Williams Call Meeting to Order Mayor Hampton called the meeting to order at 7:44 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance City Council and public in attendance pledged allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. Roll Call Honorable Council Present: Michael Canty, Henry L. Crump, Jr., Marcus Hendricks, Courtney Owens, Timothy Williams, Mayor Pro Tem Patrick Wimberly Mayor Hilliard L. Hampton II Approval of Agenda 11-03-074R Moved by Canty Seconded by Hendricks Approve the agenda as presented with the addition of a Resolution in opposition of Senate Bill 165 and a Resolution in support of the Justice Center. Motion carried unanimously. Public Participation Doris Horne: Questioned the amount of Commission on Aging committee members. Expressed willingness to accept contribution dollars for senior center. Willie Johnson: Concerned with airport noise, police layoffs, and vacant homes. Expressed desire to have a train station in Inkster. Lorenzo Moner: Requested 26156 Michigan Avenue be removed from demolition list. Dennard Shaw: Concerned with dog control, public safety of seniors and children, travel expenses, status of city attorney and the city’s role in providing insurance. Presentation Mayor Hampton and Councilman Williams presented United Communities of America with a plaque dedicating the 22nd of each month to peace and prayer. Public Hearings Consent Agenda 11-03-075R Moved by Hendricks Seconded by Crump March 7, 2011 regular meeting minutes $155,681.51 for April 2011 Police and Fire Pension. Motion Carried Unanimously. Boards and Commissions Previous Business 11-03-076R Moved by Hendricks Seconded by Crump Support a resolution in opposition of a proposal to eliminate statutory revenue sharing as presented by Kenneth Cole of GCSI. Motion Carried Unanimously 11-03-077R Moved by Crump Seconded by Canty Support a resolution in opposition of a proposal to eliminate personal property taxes as presented by Kenneth Cole of GCSI. Motion Carried Unanimously Ordinances First Reading Second Reading 11-03-078R Moved by Hendricks Seconded by Wimberly Amend Ordinance 32.091 of the City of Inkster Code of Ordinances entitled Commission on Aging, Section 1 to read: "The City Council shall appoint eleven members to the Commission on Aging" Also, remove Housing Director as ex-officio and replace with Parks and Recreation Director. Motion Carried Unanimously New Business 11-03-079R Moved by Owens Seconded by Williams Accept MRDA’s request acknowledging the organization as a non-profit in the community for the purpose of applying for a Charitable Gaming License. Motion Carried Unanimously 11-03-080R Moved by Crump Seconded by Williams Accept Contract Modification No. 01 between the City of Inkster and SEMCA which reflects a $30,000 increase in funds and authorize the administration to process and execute any and all necessary documents to include budget modifications and contracts to expend the funds within SEMCA guidelines. Motion Carried Unanimously 11-03-081R Moved by Crump Seconded by Williams Authorize DPS to repair Unit #483, 2005 New Holland LB Backhoe using Munn Tractor Sales, Inc. for $10,860.07 plus 15% contingency ($1,629.01), for a total $12,489.08. Motion Carried Unanimously 11-03-082R Moved by Canty Seconded by Williams Support the use of PLAs and retain the ability to use them on county projects at the discretion of local decision makers and we urge policy makers to forgo action on Senate Bill 165 and related proposals. Distribute to Resolution to surrounding communities. Motion Carried Unanimously 11-03-083R Moved by Owens Seconded by Hendricks TABLE Justice Center Resolution Motion Carried Unanimously Council Concerns Williams: Concerned with basement flooding in the community. Announced luncheon to benefit Summerfest. Hendricks: Announced Inkster Girls basketball team State Championship and celebration banquet. Requested Administration to assist citizens concerned with street repair and requested time frame. Asked if services will be impacted by budget. Mayor; Responded: Cuts will come to the body and council will be looking at things to do to make sure services are maintained. Recommendations will come before body before executed. Hendricks: Requested Administration to provide number of how many citizens use park and recreation services for basketball, swimming pool and other programs. Crump: Recounted meeting with Senators Levin and Stabenow in Washington DC. Commended City Manager for holding her own when "grilled" by Senator Levin. Encouraged a relationship with legislators. Owens: Remarked on the importance to maintain communication with state and federal legislators face to face. This develops relationships and allows the body to communicate what is needed in the city and provide services for the citizens. A lobbyist in DC is a sound decision. Emergency Finance Manager Bill allows any one of 18 triggers to take away the power of Mayor and Council. Mayor: Congratulated Lady Vikings. Stated we can all glow when students do well. Requested signs to let people know we are a city of Champions. Shared experience of helping with free ice cream day and encouraged other businesses to engage council. Suggested a special meeting to address basement flooding. Encouraged contributions for the Summerfest so we can continue to showcase our city. Thanked all who attended State of the City address and Chamber for putting event together. Commissioner Gebhardt: Provided citizens with contact number (313.224.0907), website (district12@co.wyane.mi.us); and information for YWCA diversity rally on April 29. (313.561.4110 X17 for more information). Ronald Johnson: Expressed concern police officer layoffs and citizen safety. Mayor: Remarked everything will be reviewed and there are tough choices to be made. We have to deliver services to citizens. Grand Master Sam Williams: Inkster Karate Club trainer and coach: Announced Tri-State TaeKwon-Do Federation championship tournament at the Booker T. Dozier Recreation Complex. Encouraged all to attend and support. Williams: Requested a weekly budget update from Administration. Owens: Requested Administration provide prior legal RFP for Council. Williams: Requested closed session for personnel (city manager). City Manager: Did not wish to go into closed session. Chief Gaskin: Announced Inkster is live on the crime mapping system. Added value to city. A computer terminal will be available in the Police Department lobby. City Clerk No report City Manager No report There being no further business to come before Council, on motion duly made by Councilman Hendricks, seconded by Councilman Owens and carried, the Regular Council Meeting of March 21, 2011 was adjourned at 9:18 PM.
Velida Gutierrez, City Clerk ATTEST: Hilliard L. Hampton II, Mayor
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