Hamtramck public meetings in 2022

December 28, 2022 Special City Council Meeting, 3:00 PM

The City Council will consider two personnel appointments: Syed Ahsan as Financial Controller and John Deangelis as Director of Public Services and Street Administrator. The interim city manager recommends approving both appointments, which have funds available in the approved 2022-23 budget.

• Resolution 2022-162 to approve Syed Ahsan as Financial Controller
• Resolution 2022-163 to approve John Deangelis as Director of Public Services and Street Administrator
• Public comment periods: 3 minutes per person on any topic, then 2 minutes per person on agenda items only

The City Council approved two administrative appointments during a special meeting. Syed Ahsan was appointed as Financial Controller and John Deangelis was appointed as Director of the Department of Public Services and Street Administrator.

• Approved Resolution 2022-162 appointing Syed Ahsan as Financial Controller (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2022-163 appointing John Deangelis as Director of the Department of Public Services and Street Administrator (unanimous voice vote)

December 13, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will consider appointing Muhith Mahmood to fill a council vacancy under Resolution 2022-153, per the city charter's procedure for vacated seats. The council also will approve over $1.15 million combined in invoices and pre-approved expenditures, adopt the 2023 meeting schedule, and reappoint 11 members to various boards and commissions.

• Resolution 2022-153 to appoint Muhith Mahmood to fill a City Council vacancy
• Approval of $429,682.04 in invoices from the consent agenda
• Approval of $726,141.86 in pre-approved expenditures
• Resolution 2022-150 approving the 2023 Regular City Council Meeting Schedule
• Resolution 2022-152 reappointing 11 members to City boards and commissions

The City Council approved a contract for the Hamtramck Alley Project design and planning. The council also filled a council vacancy and appointed an interim Director of the Department of Public Services. Additionally, a first reading of an amendment to the animal ordinance was approved.

• Appointed Muhith Mahmood to fill Hamtramck City Council vacancy (Unanimous)
• Approved contract extension with Rapid Response Emergency Medical Services, LLC (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Woodhill Group for accounting, finance, and treasury services (Unanimous)
• Appointed Rodney Johnson as interim Director of the Department of Public Services (Unanimous)
• Awarded preliminary Hamtramck Alley Project design contract to Spalding DeDecker Associates Inc. (Unanimous)
• Affirmed support for DNR Spark Grant application for Hamtramck Alleyway Project (Unanimous)
• Approved proposal to create a Development Incentive Policy Subcommittee (Unanimous)
• Approved first reading of amendment to Hamtramck Animal Ordinance (3-1-2)

November 22, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings and second readings on amendments to the city ordinance regarding rental dwellings (Title XV Land Usage) and growth of grass/weeds. They will also consider second reading of an updated animal ordinance. Consent agenda items include approval of $259,046.29 in invoices, $433,450.31 in pre-approved expenditures, appointment to the Human Relations Commission, and a street closure for the Paczki Run.

• Public hearing on amendment to require registration and certificate of compliance for all rental dwellings and units (Resolution 2022-136)
• Public hearing on amendment to grass and weed ordinance (Resolution 2022-135)
• Second reading of animal ordinance revisions (Resolution 2022-78)
• Approval of invoices totaling $259,046.29 and pre-approved expenditures of $433,450.31
• Resolution 2022-134 approving street closure for Paczki Run on February 18, 2023

The City Council authorized a property tax levy of up to 1.5 mills to fund expenses from the Garret, Et. Al. V. Hamtramck case. Other actions included approving budget adjustments, property purchases, and amendments to city ordinances regarding grass, weeds, and land usage.

• Approved judgment levy of up to 1.5 mills for Garret, Et. Al. V. Hamtramck expenses (3-1)
• Approved Resolution 2022-135 regarding grass and weeds ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-136 regarding land usage ordinance (4-1)
• Approved amended animal ordinance Resolution 2022-78 (3-2)
• Approved first quarter budget adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2278 Goodson for residential development (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2973 Council, 2976 Dan, and 3000 Dan (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Ford F-250 Super Cab 4X4 Pickup Truck (unanimous)

October 25, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on two resolutions authorizing the sale of city-owned parcels at 8800 Lumpkin and 11562 Nagel to developers for $10,500 each, with proceeds going to pension obligations. The council will also approve invoices and pre-approved expenditures totaling over $1.8 million. A closed session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation (Chowdhury et. al. v Hamtramck).

• Resolution 2022-131: Sale of 8800 Lumpkin to Dunya Hadwan for $10,500 for residential development
• Resolution 2022-132: Sale of 11562 Nagel to Moshsin Ali Mohamed for $10,500 for residential development
• Approval of invoice register totaling $379,855.25
• Approval of pre-approved expenditures totaling $1,436,078.00
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation in Chowdhury et. al. v Hamtramck

The City Council approved the sale of two properties located at 8800 Lumpkin and 11562 Nagel. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the previous meeting's minutes and expenditure registers.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Oct 11 minutes and expenditure registers (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-131 for the sale of 8800 Lumpkin (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-132 for the sale of 11562 Nagel (5-0)

October 11, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council approved invoices totaling $370,194.85 for city services and equipment, and authorized a temporary street closure for a religious procession. The body also approved the purchase of a dumpster trailer for the Department of Public Services and an amendment to a neighborhood stabilization program agreement.

• Approval of $354,372.67 in invoice payments
• Approval of $15,822.18 in pre-approved expenditures
• Resolution 2022-120: Temporary street closure for Prophet Muhammad procession
• Resolution 2022-121: Purchase of a Quality Steel 83x12 dumpster trailer for $10,671.00
• Resolution 2022-123: Amendment to NSP subrecipient agreement for $950,000.00

City Council approved construction and engineering contracts for water service material investigations and a tentative agreement with AFSCME Local 666. The council also advanced first readings for ordinances regarding grass and weed growth and land usage. A grant application for the DOT Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program was supported.

• Approved DWAM Water Service Material Investigation construction services for Hennessey Engineers (unanimous)
• Approved DWAM Water Service Material Investigation bid for Super Construction (unanimous)
• Approved tentative agreement with AFSCME Local 666 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amendment for Growth of Grass and Weeds (5-1)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amendment for Land Usage (5-1)
• Approved support for DOT Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of DPS Trailers from Eastside RV (unanimous)
• Approved agreement to separate accounting and banking for City and Public Library (unanimous)

September 27, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on Resolution 2022-90, approving industrial facilities exemption certificates for Zbox Global LLC at 8801 Conant, to facilitate redevelopment of a long-vacant industrial site. The council will also consider consent agenda items including approval of minutes, an invoice register of $424,456.93, and pre-approved expenditures of $357,544.36. Several proclamations are scheduled, and a closed session is planned to discuss pending litigation.

• Public hearing on tax abatement for Zbox Global LLC at 8801 Conant, expected to create 75 jobs
• Consent agenda approval of $424,456.93 in invoices and $357,544.36 in pre-approved expenditures
• Proclamations for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fire Prevention Month, Polish American Heritage Month, Holy Cross PNCC 100th anniversary, and Yemeni Revolution recognition
• Closed session to discuss pending litigation
• Approval of minutes from September 15, 2022 regular meeting

The City Council approved an amended industrial facilities exemption for Zbox Global LLC at 8801 Conant. The council also passed a consent agenda including the approval of previous meeting minutes and expenditure registers.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Sept 15 minutes and expenditure registers (Unanimous)
• Amended Resolution 2022-90 to original 10-year abatement terms (4-2)
• Approved amended Resolution 2022-90 for Zbox Global LLC at 8801 Conant (4-2)

September 15, 2022 Special City Council Meeting

This special meeting will consider consent agenda items including minutes, invoices, and resolutions for grants and street closures. New business includes approving a general liability insurance policy for $437,792, accepting a $11,994.55 firefighting equipment grant, and a $40,000 SEMCOG planning grant for the Hamtramck Alley Project.

• Resolution 2022-112: $437,792 general liability insurance policy with Liberty Mutual and Markel American
• Resolution 2022-113: acceptance of $11,994.55 grant for new firefighting nozzles and hose
• Resolution 2022-114: $40,000 SEMCOG grant for conceptual design of Hamtramck Alley Project on Joe Louis Greenway
• Resolution 2022-111: street closure for filming of 'City God Forgot About' on Alpena, Edwin, and Yemans streets
• Resolution 2022-110: street closure for Hamtramck Fire Department open house on October 9, 2022

The City Council approved several resolutions including police recruitment and hiring incentives. The council also accepted grants for firefighting equipment, SEMCOG planning assistance, and indigent defense, the latter of which included a budget amendment.

• Approved Resolution 2022-109 for Michigan Land and Water Trust Grants
• Approved Resolution 2022-110 for Fire Department Open House street closure
• Approved Resolution 2022-111 for 'City God Forgot About' film street closure
• Approved Resolution 2022-112 for General Liability Policy contract
• Approved Resolution 2022-113 for Firefighting Equipment Grant
• Approved Resolution 2022-114 for SEMCOG Planning Assistance Grant
• Approved Resolution 2022-115 and 2022-116 for Police Department recruitment and hiring incentives
• Approved Resolution 2022-117 for Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant and 2022-2023 budget amendment

September 13, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an industrial facilities exemption certificate for Zbox Global LLC's redevelopment of 8801 Conant, expected to create 75 jobs. The council will also consider approving a $437,792 general liability insurance contract and several consent agenda items, including street closures for a fire department open house and a film shoot. Proclamations and recognitions for Labor Day Festival, Rail Safety Week, and the George Lucas Talk Show are scheduled.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 2022-90: Industrial Facilities Exemption for Zbox Global at 8801 Conant (tax abatement for e-commerce facility)
• Resolution 2022-112: Approve $437,792 general liability insurance policy from Liberty Mutual and other carriers
• Resolution 2022-110: Street closure for Hamtramck Fire Department Open House on October 9, 2022
• Resolution 2022-111: Street closures for film 'City God Forgot About' on September 23 and 25, 2022
• Consent agenda includes approval of invoices, pre-approved expenditures, and Michigan Land and Water Trust grants

The meeting was rescinded due to a lack of quorum. While several resolutions were voted on and passed by the members present, the official record notes the meeting was rescinded.

• Approved Consent Agenda including August 23 minutes, invoice register, and street closures (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-90 for Zbox Global LLC at 8801 Conant with a 10-year tax abatement (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-112 for General Liability Policy contract (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-113 accepting Firefighting Equipment Grant (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-114 accepting SEMCOG Planning Assistance Grant (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-115 for Police Department recruitment incentives (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-116 for Police Department hiring incentives (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-117 for Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant and budget amendment (3-0)

August 23, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider approving a separation agreement with the Hamtramck Public Library, transferring control of library funds and services out of city accounts. Other major actions include a tax abatement for Zbox Global LLC at 8801 Conant, a $5,000 per-election stipend for the City Clerk, and appointments for Assistant City Manager and City Attorney. The consent agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, invoices, and pre-approved expenditures.

• Resolution 2022-100: Separation agreement with Hamtramck Public Library
• Resolution 2022-90: Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificates for Zbox Global LLC at 8801 Conant
• Resolution 2022-101: $5,000 stipend to City Clerk per election, retroactive to Aug 2, 2022
• Resolution 2022-102: Appointment of Maali Luqman as Assistant City Manager at $84,900 salary
• Resolution 2022-103: Appointment of Odey K. Meroueh as City Attorney with Meroueh & Hallmann LLP

August 9, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on establishing a Plant Rehabilitation District and approving Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificates for 8801 Conant Holdings LLC and Zbox Global LLC to redevelop long-vacant industrial buildings. The council also considers a provider agreement for the Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund to help residents with utility payments. Consent agenda items include a street closure for a Back to School Carnival and appointment of Armani Asad to the Human Relations Commission.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2022-89 establishing a Plant Rehabilitation District at 8801 Conant
• Public hearing on Resolution 2022-90 approving Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificates for Zbox Global LLC at 8801 Conant
• Resolution 2022-91 approving Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund Provider Participation Agreement with MSHDA
• Resolution 2022-99 approving street closure for Back to School Carnival
• Resolution 2022-88 approving appointment of Armani Asad to Human Relations Commission

The City Council approved the establishment of a Plant Rehabilitation District and several grants for park renovations and watermain replacements. A resolution regarding industrial facilities exemption certificates for Zbox Global LLC was postponed. The council also awarded contracts for alley reconstruction and watermain replacement programs.

• Approved establishment of Plant Rehabilitation District (Resolution 2022-89) (unanimous)
• Postponed Resolution 2022-90 regarding Zbox Global LLC industrial facilities exemption (3-2)
• Approved Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund Provider Participation Agreement (Resolution 2022-91) (unanimous)
• Approved MDNR Grant Design Proposal for Veterans Park Restroom Renovations to Hennessey Engineers (Resolution 2022-92) (unanimous)
• Approved Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant and Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant (Resolutions 2022-93, 2022-94) (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Alley Reconstruction Program services to Hennessey Engineers and bid to Domonic Gaglio Construction, Inc. (Resolutions 2022-95, 2022-96) (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Watermain Replacement Program construction services and tentative bids (Resolutions 2022-97, 2022-98) (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Armani Asad to Human Relations Commission (Resolution 2022-88) (unanimous)

July 26, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a second reading and vote on revisions to the animal ordinance (Section 90). They will also decide on a site plan for a 155-foot wireless communication tower at 3901 Christopher, award a lead service line replacement contract to Super Construction, and approve a contract amendment with the Great Lakes Water Authority keeping water rates unchanged.

• Second reading of Resolution 2022-78 to amend the Hamtramck Animal Ordinance
• Resolution 2022-84 approving site plan for a 155-foot communication tower at 3901 Christopher
• Resolution 2022-85 awarding 2022-2024 as-needed lead service line replacement to Super Construction
• Resolution 2022-86 approving contract amendment with Great Lakes Water Authority, maintaining current water rates
• Consent agenda: approval of invoices totaling $624,557.78 and pre-approved expenditures of $592,901.41

The City Council approved several infrastructure resolutions, including a water reliability study and lead service line replacements. A proposed amendment to the animal ordinance was sent back to a subcommittee for further review.

• Approved site plan for wireless communication tower at 3901 Christopher (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2024 As-Needed Lead Service Line Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with Great Lakes Water Authority for water service (Unanimous)
• Approved Hennessey Engineers to complete 2022 Hamtramck Water Reliability Study (Unanimous)
• Sent Resolution 2022-78 regarding Animal Ordinance amendment back to subcommittee (Unanimous)
• Approved Invoice Register ending July 26, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 12, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)

July 12, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will consider resolutions to approve street closures for the annual Labor Day Festival and a procession for Durga Temple, appoint Mashana Burton as HR Generalist, and approve an invoice register of $485,039.66. The council will also hear a presentation on the Municipal Employees Retirement System actuarial valuation. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes and pre-approved expenditures.

• Resolution 2022-75 approving street closures for Hamtramck Labor Day Festival (Jos. Campau between Caniff and Carpenter, Sept 1-6)
• Resolution 2022-77 approving Durga Temple Annual Procession (Aug 20, no street closures)
• Resolution 2022-83 appointing Mashana Burton to HR Generalist position
• Approval of invoice register totaling $485,039.66
• Presentation on MERS Actuarial Valuation Report

The City Council approved the sale of 3105 Goodson for residential development and prioritized alley reconstruction as funds become available. The council also directed the Interim City Manager to review the rental ordinance and tabled an amendment to the animal ordinance indefinitely.

• Approved sale of 3105 Goodson for residential development (unanimous)
• Approved prioritizing alley reconstruction as funds become available (unanimous)
• Directed Interim City Manager to review Non-Owner Occupied (Rental) Ordinance (3-2)
• Approved action regarding Wayne County Right of First Refusal Properties (3-1)
• Tabled amendment to Hamtramck Animal Ordinance indefinitely (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Mashana Burton as HR Generalist (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Annual Hamtramck Labor Day Festival (unanimous)
• Approved Durga Temple Annual Procession (unanimous)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Resolution 2022-74, which would approve an employment agreement for Maxwell Garbarino as Interim City Manager. The agenda also includes roll call, pledges, community announcements, and public comment periods.

• Resolution 2022-74: Approve employment agreement for Maxwell Garbarino as Interim City Manager

June 28, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will vote on Resolution 2022-72 approving fourth quarter budget adjustments for FY 2021-2022 and Resolution 2022-73 approving a month-to-month lease extension with Detroit Machinery Center at 6000 Caniff, Bldg. E for $2,380/month for DPW field crew space. The consent agenda includes approval of $1,129,152.96 in invoices, $111,876.20 in pre-approved expenditures, and an appointment to the Arts and Culture Commission. Council will also hear reports from the CFO, Mayor, and City Manager.

• Resolution 2022-72: Fourth quarter budget adjustments for FY 2021-2022
• Resolution 2022-73: Month-to-month lease extension with Detroit Machinery Center for DPW facility at $2,380/month
• Approval of invoice register totaling $1,129,152.96
• Approval of pre-approved expenditures totaling $111,876.20
• Resolution 2022-71: Appointment of Uribe to Arts and Culture Commission

The City Council approved fourth quarter budget adjustments and a lease agreement with the Detroit Machinery Center. The council also approved the consent agenda, including the appointment to the Arts and Culture Commission.

• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Invoice Register ending June 28, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Pre-Approved Expenditures ending June 28, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2022-71 appointing member to Arts and Culture Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2022-72 for Fourth Quarter Budget Adjustments (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2022-73 for lease agreement with Detroit Machinery Center (unanimous voice vote)

June 14, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will vote on a consent agenda including approval of $1,209,144.79 in invoices and $83,723 in pre-approved expenditures, renew workers' compensation insurance, and accept a $35,000 grant for a summer youth program. New business includes a first reading of amendments to the animal ordinance with a public hearing set for July 12, 2022.

• Approval of invoice register totaling $1,209,144.79
• Approval of pre-approved expenditures of $83,723.43
• Resolution 2022-65: Renewal of workers' compensation excess insurance
• Resolution 2022-66: Acceptance of $35,000 grant for Summer Youth Program from Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network
• First reading of amendment to Hamtramck Animal Ordinance (Section 90)

The City Council approved the sale of 9509 Gallagher and 9466 McDougall for residential development. The council also approved a conditional site plan for 8544 Joseph Campau and the first reading of an amendment to the animal ordinance.

• Approved sale for residential development of 9509 Gallagher (3-2)
• Approved sale for residential development of 9466 McDougall (3-2)
• Approved conditional site plan for 8544 Joseph Campau (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved first reading of amendment to Hamtramck Animal Ordinance (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved renewal of Workers' Compensation Excess Insurance and Third-Party Administrator (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved acceptance of grant for Summer Youth Program (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved May 24, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved invoice register and pre-approved expenditures ending June 14, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)

May 24, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will vote on a consent agenda including approval of $254,212.03 in invoices, $52,702.36 in pre-approved expenditures, appointment of Matthew Wyszczelski as Fire Chief, acceptance of a $100,000 First Responder Training and Recruitment Grant, and millage rate forms. New business includes a resolution to sell the city-owned vacant lot at 2442 Andrus for $10,500 for single-family home development.

• Consent agenda approval of invoice register totaling $254,212.03
• Appointment of Matthew Wyszczelski as Fire Chief (Resolution 2022-61)
• Acceptance of $100,000 First Responder Training and Recruitment Grant from State of Michigan (Resolution 2022-62)
• Sale of vacant lot at 2442 Andrus for $10,500 for single-family home development (Resolution 2022-63)
• Approval of millage rate forms (Form L-4029) for City and DDA (Resolution 2022-60)

The City Council approved a consent agenda including the appointment of a Fire Chief and a training grant. Council also approved a residential development agreement and a subrecipient agreement amendment.

• Approved appointment of Matthew Wyszczelski as Fire Chief
• Approved acceptance of First Responder Training and Recruitment Grant
• Approved Resolution 2022-60 regarding Michigan Department of Treasury Form L-4029
• Approved agreement for residential development and sale of 2442 Andrus
• Approved amendment to NSP Subrecipient Agreement (Resolution 2022-64)
• Approved Invoice Register and Pre-Approved Expenditures ending May 24, 2022
• Approved May 10, 2022 meeting minutes

May 10, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will consider resolutions to sell two city-owned lots to Dream New Home Builders for $10,000 and $10,500, award a tree trimming contract to Limb Walkers Tree & Snow, and approve $57,500 in engineering costs for Phase II of the lead service line replacement project. The agenda also includes acceptance of a Financially Distressed Cities, Villages, and Townships (FDCVT) grant and approval of invoices totaling $1,226,848.49. Presentations on the Hamtramck centennial celebration and honoring police reserves are scheduled.

• Resolution 2022-56: Sale and development of lots at 11738 Sobieski and 3964 Prescott to Dream New Home Builders ($10,000 and $10,500)
• Resolution 2022-57: Award of 2022 Tree Trimming Contract to Limb Walkers Tree & Snow
• Resolution 2022-58: Phase II engineering costs for lead service line projects at $57,500
• Resolution 2022-59: Acceptance of the FDCVT Grant (no dollar amount listed)
• Consent agenda includes approval of invoice register for $1,226,848.49 and pre-approved expenditures of $16,356.92

City Council approved the sale and development of two city lots and awarded a tree trimming contract. The council also accepted a grant for financially distressed municipalities and approved engineering costs for lead service line projects.

• Approved Resolution 2022-59 accepting the Financially Distressed Cities, Villages and Townships (FDCVT) Grant (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2022-56 for the sale and development of lots at 11738 Sobieski and 3964 Prescott (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2022-57 awarding a tree trimming contract (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution 2022-58 for Phase II Engineering Costs for Lead Service Line Projects (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Invoice Register and Pre-Approved Expenditures ending May 10, 2022 (unanimous voice vote)

April 26, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will vote on adding amended budget documents to the agenda, reflecting changes from the POAM contract and other adjustments. The council will also handle consent agenda items including approval of $439,679.87 in invoices, $66,501.54 in pre-approved expenditures, a $4,000 arts grant, and a lawn service contract award.

• Addition of amended budget documents incorporating POAM contract and other fiscal updates
• Approval of $439,679.87 in invoices for various city services and maintenance
• Resolution to award lawn service contract to Xpert Lawn and Snow
• Acceptance of $4,000 Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs minigrant for 'Getting to Know You' series
• Closure of Conant Avenue between Casmere and Commor for Hamtramck Diversity Festival (July 29–31)

The City Council approved the 2022-2023 General Appropriations Ordinance, including a $500,000 allocation for specific alley reconstructions. The council also approved design services for alley reconstruction and awarded a lawn service contract to Xpert Lawn and Snow.

• Approved 2022-2023 General Appropriations Ordinance with $500,000 for west Joseph Campau and Caniff alley reconstruction (Unanimous)
• Approved award of 2022 Alley Reconstruction Design and Bidding Services to Hennessey Engineers with $16,975 budget (Unanimous)
• Approved award of lawn service contract to Xpert Lawn and Snow (Unanimous)
• Denied Resolution 2022-48 regarding lawn service contract award (2-4)
• Approved amendment to Code of Ordinances Chapter 74: Bicycles (Unanimous)
• Approved Election Ordinance text amendments to Chapter 35: Creation of Precincts (Unanimous)
• Approved closure of Conant Avenue for Hamtramck Diversity Festival (Unanimous)
• Approved moving May 10 City Council meeting start time to 6:00 p.m. (Unanimous)

April 12, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will vote on Resolution 2022-41 approving a tentative agreement with the Police Officers Association of Michigan. The council also considers consent agenda items including appointments to boards and commissions, appointment of Karolynn Faulkner as Community Economic Development/DDA Manager, and approval of a $300,000 Michigan DNR grant application for Veterans Park restroom renovation. The council will also approve invoice payments totaling $811,766.46 and pre-approved expenditures of $34,708.05.

• Resolution 2022-41 approving tentative agreement between City of Hamtramck and Police Officers Association of Michigan
• Resolution 2022-34 appointing Karolynn Faulkner as Community Economic Development/DDA Manager at $52,000 salary
• Resolution 2022-35 authorizing submission of $300,000 Michigan DNR grant for Veterans Park restroom renovation
• Approval of invoice register totaling $811,766.46 and pre-approved expenditures of $34,708.05
• Resolution 2022-33 approving appointments to Plan Commission, Assessor Board of Review, and Housing Commission

The City Council approved the 2021-22 third quarter budget adjustments and the first reading of the 2022-2023 General Appropriations Ordinance. The council also approved tentative labor agreements with IAFF Local 750 and the Police Officers Association of Michigan.

• Approved 2021-22 Third Quarter Budget Adjustments (unanimous)
• Passed first reading of 2022-2023 General Appropriations Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved tentative agreement with IAFF Local 750 (unanimous)
• Approved tentative agreement with Police Officers Association of Michigan (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for addition to 11651 Conant (unanimous)
• Approved translation of election materials into Arabic (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Karolynn Faulkner as Community and Economic Development/DDA Manager (unanimous)
• Approved application for Veterans Park Restroom Renovation Project (unanimous)

March 22, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

Council will hold first reading and set a public hearing for election precinct boundary changes to comply with state law, plus first reading of a bicycle ordinance amendment. Also proposed: a resolution to draft amendments to blight, water, tax, and garbage ordinances, and an award for the 2022 Asphalt Speed Humps Program. Consent agenda includes approval of $718,094.25 in invoices and $131,396.44 in pre-approved expenditures.

• Resolution 2022-30: first reading of election precinct boundary changes, moving 620 voters from Precinct 4 to Precinct 5
• Resolution 2022-29: first reading of amendment to Chapter 74 (Bicycles) of city code
• Resolution 2022-31: directing city manager to draft ordinance amendments on blight tickets, water, taxes, and garbage
• Resolution 2022-32: approval of 2022 Asphalt Speed Humps Program (no dollar amount listed)
• Consent agenda: $718,094.25 invoice register and $131,396.44 pre-approved expenditures

The City Council approved the 2022 Asphalt Speed Humps Program and the first readings of amendments regarding bicycle ordinances and election precinct creation. A resolution to draft amendments for blight, water, taxes, and garbage ordinances failed for lack of support.

• Approved Consent Agenda including March 8 minutes and invoice register (5-0)
• Approved first reading of Amendment to Code of Ordinances Chapter 74: Bicycles (4-1)
• Approved first reading of Election Ordinance Text Amendments to Chapter 35: Creation of Precincts (5-0)
• Resolution 2022-31 to draft amendments for blight, water, taxes, and garbage ordinances failed
• Approved award of 2022 Asphalt Speed Humps Program (5-0)

March 8, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

This meeting includes a public hearing and second reading for proposed zoning ordinance text amendments covering definitions, special land uses, commercial zones, garage requirements, site plan copies, and permitted uses in the Central Business District and Multi-Use District. The council will also consider approving an invoice register of $1,278,363.83, a Memorandum of Understanding with Detroit for a fire education trailer (resolution 2022-24), pre-approved expenditures of $56,444.43, and a street closure for the St. Florian Strawberry Festival on Poland Street. A proclamation condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine and several 2021 annual reports are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and second reading for zoning text amendments to Title XV, Chapter 15
• Approval of invoice register totaling $1,278,363.83
• Resolution 2022-24: MOU with City of Detroit for regional FEMA fire education trailer
• Approval of pre-approved expenditures of $56,444.43
• Street closure for St. Florian Strawberry Festival on Poland Street between Latham and Brombach on May 7-8

City Council approved amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding residential parking and authorized contracts for lead water service replacement and Hamtramck Drive reconstruction. The council also approved a memorandum of understanding with the City of Detroit.

• Approved Resolution 2022-25 amending zoning to allow two off-street parking spaces instead of a garage for new 1 and 2-unit residential homes
• Approved Resolution 2022-26 for 2022-2023 Lead Water Service Replacement Engineering and Construction Services
• Approved Resolution 2022-27 for MDOT contract regarding Hamtramck Drive Reconstruction Project
• Approved Resolution 2022-24 Memorandum of Understanding between the Cities of Detroit and Hamtramck
• Approved Resolution 2022-28 first reading of Graffiti Ordinance revisions, with second reading postponed indefinitely
• Approved Resolution 2022-23 for St. Florian Strawberry Festival street closure
• Approved Invoice Register and Pre-Approved Expenditures ending March 8, 2022

Budget Work Session

This is the second budget work session for the city of Hamtramck. The agenda does not list specific items to be discussed or decided. As a work session, no formal votes are expected.

• No specific agenda items provided

February 22, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The city council will hear presentations on the annual audit, financial forecast, and infrastructure, then consider consent agenda items including $2.09 million in invoices. Under new business, the council will vote on a resolution to adopt general provisions for council governance, tentatively award a $4.87 million lead water service line replacement contract to Super Construction, and consider a supplemental bond resolution for water and sewer revenue bonds. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Presentation of the FY 2020-21 annual audit by UHY LLP
• Approval of invoice register totaling $2,091,732.41
• Resolution 2022-20 tentatively awarding $4,871,442 lead water service line replacement program to Super Construction
• Resolution 2022-19 adopting general provisions governing Hamtramck City Council
• Presentation by Hennessey Engineers on phases of the Sewer Relief Project

City Council approved a contract for the 2022-23 Lead Water Service Line Replacement Program and authorized additional revenue bonds for water and sewage systems. The council also adopted general governing provisions and appointed members to several boards and commissions.

• Approved 2022-23 Lead Water Service Line Replacement Program contract to Super Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Supplemental Bond Resolution for Water Supply and Sewage Disposal System Revenue Bonds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-19 governing City Council with an amendment increasing public comment to three minutes (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Plan Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Beautification Commission (unanimous)
• Approved SEMCOG Delegate and Alternate (unanimous)
• Approved February 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Invoice Register and Pre-Approved Expenditures ending February 22, 2022 (unanimous)

February 8, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold the first reading of proposed zoning ordinance text amendments that revise definitions, special land uses, and building materials. The amendments include eliminating garage requirements for new 1- and 2-unit homes and adding permitted uses in commercial districts. The council will also consider consent agenda items including approval of $298,016.95 in invoices and a Wayne County road permit.

• Resolution 2022-17 for first reading of zoning text amendments and setting public hearing for March 8, 2022
• Approval of invoice register totaling $298,016.95
• Approval of pre-approved expenditures totaling $225,411.02
• Resolution 2022-16 approving the 2022 Wayne County Road Permit for road maintenance on Joseph Campau and Conant
• Presentation on the Joe Louis Greenway

The City Council approved the first reading of zoning ordinance text amendments to Title XV Land Usage; Chapter 15. The council also approved the consent agenda and held a closed session regarding lawsuits and union negotiations.

• Approved Resolution 2022-17 for first reading of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including January 25 minutes and invoice register (unanimous)
• Approved Pre-Approved Expenditures ending February 8, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-16 for Wayne County Road Permit (unanimous)

Budget Process Overview

The Hamtramck City Council will meet for a work session to receive an overview of the budget process. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is informational.

• Presentation on FY 2023 budget process overview
• Attachment: 2019 revenue sharing summary
• Sample department and general fund documents provided

January 25, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will receive 2021 annual reports from the fire and police departments, discuss forming sub-committees to review council meeting rules and city parking, and vote on a consent agenda that includes approving $1,199,978.81 in invoices and $98,978.02 in pre-approved expenditures. The council will also consider resolutions condemning war in Bosnia and antisemitism, reappointments to the Assessor's Board of Review, and renewal of an animal sheltering agreement with Michigan Humane Society.

• Approval of $1,199,978.81 invoice register covering professional services, maintenance, and other costs
• Approval of $98,978.02 in pre-approved expenditures for utilities, dental premiums, and workers' comp
• Formation of sub-committee to review and propose changes to council meeting rules (members Jaczkowski, Albarmaki, Hassan)
• Formation of parking sub-committee to review metered and non-metered parking (members Alsomiri, Refai, Choudhury)
• Renewal of animal sheltering agreement with Michigan Humane Society for stray animal services

City Council approved the 2021-22 second quarter budget adjustments and a poverty exemption policy. The council also approved an animal sheltering agreement with the Michigan Humane Society and a settlement agreement in the Fayad v. Hamtramck case.

• Approved 2021-22 Second Quarter Budget Adjustments (Resolution 2022-12)
• Approved Poverty Exemption Policy and Guidelines (Resolution 2022-13)
• Moved Resolution 2022-14 regarding virtual Zoom broadcasting indefinitely
• Approved amendment to Resolution 2022-15 to add a public apology to the censure of Judge Alexis Krot
• Approved animal sheltering agreement with Michigan Humane Society (Resolution 2022-11)
• Approved reappointments to Assessor's Board of Review (Resolution 2022-08)
• Approved Resolution 2022-09 condemning war in Bosnia and Hercegovina
• Approved Resolution 2022-10 condemning antisemitism

January 11, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

The Hamtramck City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on Resolution 2022-05 to honorarily name a portion of Winfield Street (between Evaline and Yemans) after former Mayor Karen Majewski PhD. Council will also consider appointments to boards and commissions, approval of an invoice register of $189,548.50, and pre-approved expenditures of $1,143,493.71. Additionally, a resolution appointing William Diamond Jr. as Street Administrator is on the consent agenda. The meeting begins with a presentation from Common Word Alliance and a review of general council meeting provisions.

• Public hearing and second reading for honorary naming of Winfield Street between Evaline and Yemans as Mayor Karen Majewski PhD Street
• Approval of invoice register totaling $189,548.50
• Approval of pre-approved expenditures totaling $1,143,493.71
• Appointments to Arts and Culture and Beautification Commissions via Resolution 2022-03
• Appointment of William Diamond Jr. as Street Administrator via Resolution 2022-04

The City Council approved the purchase and construction of improvements to the water supply system. The council also approved the honorary naming of a section of Winfield Street and the FY 2022-23 budget calendar.

• Approved Resolution 2022-05 naming Winfield Street between Evaline and Yemans Street as Mayor Karen Majewski, PhD. Street
• Approved Resolution 2022-06 for water supply system improvements and notice of intent to issue revenue bonds
• Approved Resolution 2022-07 approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget Calendar
• Approved Resolution 2022-03 regarding appointments and reappointments to Boards and Commissions
• Approved Resolution 2022-04 appointing William Diamond Jr. as Street Administrator
• Approved minutes from December 14, 2021 and January 4, 2022 meetings
• Approved invoice register ending January 11, 2022
• Approved pre-approved expenditures ending December 15 and December 27, 2021

Organizational Meeting

This is an organizational meeting for the City Council. The council will vote on a resolution to appoint Mohammed Hassan as Mayor Pro-Tem for 2022-23 and approve the 2022 regular meeting schedule. Other items include public comment periods and routine reports.

• Resolution 2022-01: Approving Mohammed Hassan as Mayor Pro-Tem
• Resolution 2022-02: Approval of 2022 Regular City Council Meeting Schedule

The City Council appointed Mohammed Hassan as Mayor Pro-Tem. The council also approved the 2022 regular meeting schedule with specific time changes for dates during Ramadan.

• Approved Mohammed Hassan as Mayor Pro-Tem (6-0)
• Approved 2022 Regular City Council Meeting Schedule as amended (6-0)
• Approved changing meeting start times from 7pm to 6pm for April 12 and April 26, 2022 (6-0)