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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, 26215 Trowbridge, on Monday, April 4, 2011. Prior to the regular council meeting a motion to go into closed session was made by Canty and seconded by Wimberly at 7:12 p.m. to discuss pending litigation and contract negotiations. Roll Call - Councilman: Canty - yes, Crump – yes, Hendricks - yes, Owens – yes, Williams – yes, Wimberly - yes, Mayor Hampton - yes. Motion carried unanimously. Council returned to open session at 7:37 p.m. Call Meeting to Order Mayor Hampton called the meeting to order at 7:41 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance 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, Henry Crump, Marcus Hendricks, Courtney Owens, Timothy Williams, Patrick Wimberly, Mayor Hilliard Hampton Approval of Agenda 11-04-084R Moved by Hendricks Seconded by Canty Approve agenda with the changes (moving the presentation of the Inkster Viking Girls Basketball Team Certificates from #4 to #3 and removing item B (attorney’s bill) from consent agenda and placing it as item O under new business) and the addition of 3 items (Date for public meeting for the CSO public meeting, attorney litigation/settlement, and Nation Kidney foundation Resolution). Motion carried unanimously. Presentation Inkster Viking Girls Basketball Team Resolution read by Mayor Hampton & certificates presented to the coaches and team members. Coach made an announcement that the girls finished in the top 10 in the United States. There will be a banquet in honor of the team on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 4:00 pm at the Joy Manor; tickets are $20, $15 for 12 and under, and free for under 5 years old. They also have t-shirts ($10) and bumper stickers ($5). Juan Bradford asked for donations to offset the cost of the banquet. Mayor volunteered to cover the cost of the meals for the players (14 players). The Inkster firefighters union donated $300 to the banquet, Bishop Haddon/High Praise Cathedral of Faith donated $500, and George Williams donated $300. Public Participation Delorise Claybrooks: Complaint regarding a company that blew water through her toilet and sink in which she had to have her house mopped multiple times. Phillip Martin - Expressed concerns with a water bill, in which he cannot afford, of a home he just acquired. Bishop Haddon & LaShawn Westbrook – Expressed concerns with one-on-one killings. Easter is approaching and they’d like to hold a carnival, Easter egg hunt, and give prizes to youth in the community. They have a budget of $3,300 and are asking for a partnership and donations. Items needed include food, drinks, prizes, candy, and various other supplies. Requested to have street blocked on Moore, between Andover & Henry on April 22, 2011. Invited the public to attend this event. Sandra Watley – Previously submitted a FOIA request for Ann Capela’s contract and was told the administration needed an extension. She would also like an explanation as to how city money is spent. She questioned how leadership can take the city from surplus to layoffs, forced retirement, and if they’re still planning on purchasing new camera equipment, renovating city hall to accommodate it, and continuing with the SIEMENS project. Kristie King & Velma Jean Overman, National Kidney Foundation & Inkster Partnership for a Healthier Community – Stated their mission and gave overview of their focus areas. Announced the next meeting will be April 19, 2011 at 11:45 a.m. at the recreation center and is open to the community. They are looking into having some evening meetings. Submitted a resolution requesting the support of council. They are beginning a gardening initiative in which there will be 5 community gardens to promote sustaining communities by providing their own resources and youth will be involved. They have a facebook page. Inkster will be presented with an award on April 14, 2011 in Lansing, MI. Sheryl Frederick Gibson – Stated she was forced to retire on March 18, 2011. After retiring she was given information regarding medical care premiums in which she would have to pay $500 a month; however, on April 1, 2011 she was told she would have to pay $995 a month. Willie Johnson – Commended Inkster High School Girl’s basketball team on their victory. Expressed concerns with a water bill being placed on his taxes after arrangements had been made. Stated he would like to have a meeting with his councilman. William Acklin – President of AFSCME Local 1628 and representative from AFSCME Council 25. Spoke regarding a rally that took place today at Hart Plaza. Stated it’s imperative that the City knows/learns about financial managers. Carmen Mitchell.- MI AFSCME is holding a statewide prayer breakfast open to everyone on April 9, 2011 from 9-11 am at 600 W. Lafeyette in Detroit MI call (313) 964-9711 for more information. There will also be a rally at the state capital on Wed. April 13, 2011 from 12pm-5pm (plan to depart by noon). For more information please call 1 (866) 306-5168 or email: mibattleground@afscme.org Henry Lykes – Explained how emergency financial managers take the constitutional rights of voters away through the removal of elected officials. Dorothy Gardner – Requested a copy of the RFP that our city attorney is now working on. Questioned if department heads have to sign off on and review the city attorney’s bill. Requested Christmas lights/decorations on Michigan Avenue and Middlebelt. Presentation Public Hearings Consent Agenda 11-04-085R Moved by Canty Seconded by Wimberly Approve March 21, 2011 regular meeting minutes Motion carried unanimously. Boards and Commissions 11-04-086R Moved by Canty Seconded by Owens Re-appoint Tanya Williams to the Parks & Recreation Commission for a 2 year term. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-087R Moved by Hendricks Seconded by Williams Re-appoint Martin Bryant to the Parks & Recreation Commission for a 2 year term. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-088R Moved by Canty Seconded by Crump Re-appoint Theola Jones to the Construction Board of Appeals for a 3 year term. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-089R Moved by Canty Seconded by Wimberly Re-appoint Chuck Coleman to the Aging Commission for a 2 year term. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-090R Moved by Hendricks Seconded by Wimberly Appoint Gabe Henderson to the Aging Commission for a 2 year term. Motion carried unanimously. Previous Business 11-04-091R Moved by Canty Seconded by Crump Remove resolution re-establishing the 22nd District Court building fund for the Justice Center bond shortfall from the TABLE. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-092R Moved by Canty Seconded by Crump Support resolution establishing the 22nd District Court building fund for the Justice Center bond shortfall with changes. Motion carried. Roll call: Canty – yes, Crump – yes, Hendricks – yes, Owens – no, Williams – yes, Wimberly –yes, Mayor Hampton - yes Ordinances First Reading Second Reading New Business 11-04-093R Moved by Crump Seconded by Owens Acknowledge Iron Flexx Sculptured Muscle Strength Building Center as a recognized non-profit organization in the community for the purpose of applying for a Charitable Gaming License. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-094R Moved by Owens Seconded by Williams Approve the Michigan Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists door-to-door missionary work in the City of Inkster during the months of June, July, and August. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-095R Moved by Owens Seconded by Crump TABLE approving an amendment of the Downtown Development Authority By-Laws, allowing the Authority to consist of twelve (12) members and the chief executive officer. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-096R Moved by Crump Seconded by Canty Approve top three (3) candidates for Hearing Officer Positions as recommended by the interview team; also direct staff to enter into contract for service. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-097R Moved by Owens Seconded by Williams Approval of Special Condition Use (SCU # 10-26) in conjunction with Site Plan (SP# 1 0-27); to allow the operation of a charitable gaming room on the premises located at 29709 Michigan Avenue, located between Middlebelt and Henry Ruff Roads. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-098R Moved by Crump Seconded by Hendricks Offer an induction as Honorary Citizen of the City of Inkster for Development and Business Partnership Opportunities to Chinese Delegates during their visit to the City on April 15, 2011. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-099R Moved by Williams Seconded by Crump Approve the attached Resolution of Necessity for the Sewer Easement for property located at 28742 Annapolis, per the recommendation of the City Attorney. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-100R Moved by Wimberly Seconded by Crump Approve a Cross Connection Control Inspection Program with Midwest Backflow Prevention. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-101R Moved by Canty Seconded by Crump Approve a Backflow Preventer Testing and Repair Contract with North Star Plumbing, Inc. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-102R Moved by Crump Seconded by Canty Approve an "as needed" Water & Sewer Repair Contract with Pritula & Sons LLC for three (3) years. Motion carried. Roll call: Canty – yes, Crump – yes, Hendricks – yes, Owens – yes, Williams – nay, Wimberly – yes, Mayor Hampton - yes 11-04-103R Moved by Canty Seconded by Crump Hold a CSO public meeting on April 12, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-104R Moved by Williams Seconded by Canty Offer a settlement of up to $10,000 for case 1G as discussed in closed session. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-105R Moved by Canty Seconded by Crump Support the resolution of the Inkster Partnership for a healthier community (IPHC) Health Initiative by the Nation Kidney Foundation of Michigan for the City of Inkster. Motion carried unanimously. 11-04-106R Moved by Canty Seconded by Williams Approve Milt Spokojny’s, City Attorney March 2011 invoice in the amount of $10,750.83. Motion carried unanimously. Council Concerns Owens: Questioned why the recreation complex is not taking reservations for the city pool. Stated he received a call from the court stating the City can’t make payroll. Asked about the status of the Summer Jazz Fest planning and how aggressively we are pursuing local and bigger businesses. Requested information regarding how administration becomes vested. Expressed concerns with insubordination and untruthfulness of the City Manager. Expressed concerns with the morale at City Hall and in other departments. Discussed issues with invoices from Cherry Hill Motor Sports in the amount of $400,000. Discussed concerns with invoices from Livernois. 11-04-107R Moved by Owens Seconded by Williams Terminate contractual obligation with the City Manager. Motion failed. Roll call: Canty – no, Crump – no, Hendricks – no, Owens – yes, Williams – yes, Wimberly – yes, Mayor Hampton - no Hendricks: Questioned how the City received an invoice from Livernois in the amount of $1,100 for an oil change. Announced there will be a town hall meeting/round table discussion on Thursday, April 21, 2011 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information contact Jeannie Fields. The City is also updating the city slogan. Residents may submit ideas at City Hall and on the City’s website. Announced that the Khamelaw White Foundation is still accepting applications for scholarships from graduating seniors who live in Inkster. Stated he would like to complete an evaluation of the city manager and suggested the date be determined at the special meeting on April 12, 2011. Crump: Congratulated the Inkster High School Girl’s Basketball team. Requested a report regarding why Ms. Gibson retired and high medical insurance premiums. Hampton: Requested more information regarding why Ms. Gibson retired. Inquired about the Treasurer’s department water billing initiative and thinks it should be pursued at the next council meeting and requested quotes. Canty: Asked administration to look into task force to look into flooding issue in basements. Announced that the Cherry Hill CB Patrol in NE section of Inkster has dissolved and donated $1,000 to the Khamelaw White Foundation and $1,000 to Parks & Recreation for playground equipment. Williams: Stated there has been a lot of litigation. Discussed an incident that occurred in which he believes the city manager failed to discipline an employee. Expressed concerns with how council now is notified of homicide and crime in the city. City Clerk Reminded everyone that the May 3, 2011 school board election is approaching, the close of registration was today, April 4, 2011, and there is still time to request an absentee ballot. Petitions and affidavits for the August 2, 2011 Mayor & Council election can be pulled at the City Clerk’s Office and the deadline to return those is May 10, 2011 by 4:00 p.m. City Manager Thanked Wimberly for getting University of Michigan students to clean up old city hall. There being no further business to come before Council, on motion duly made by Councilman Wimberly, seconded by Councilman Hendricks and carried, the Regular Council Meeting of April 4, 2011 was adjourned at 12:48 AM.
Jenneatta Mitchell (for Velida Gutierrez, City Clerk) ATTEST: Hilliard L. Hampton II, Mayor
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