Woodhaven public meetings in 2024
24 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will consider approving the 2024 audit and a resolution to eliminate the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority deficit. The body is also reviewing various fund obligations and permits for 2025.
- General Fund obligations of $63,579.97
- Garbage and Rubbish Fund obligations of $53,140.37
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations of $42,665.00
- Approval of 2024 Audit
- Purchase of woodchip safety surfacing for Lower Constitution Park
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council meeting on December 3, 2024 will consider routine consent‑calendar payments totaling several hundred thousand dollars. Council will vote on a resolution to adopt the 33rd Judicial District Court budget for the fiscal year 2025. The council will also approve the Police Liaison Agreement with the Woodhaven‑Brownstown School District and authorize the mayor to sign it. Additionally, the council will approve a Comcast service agreement.
- Consent Calendar payments: General Fund $65,938.03; Local Highway $3,262.00; Community Activity $550.00; Garbage and Rubbish $70,651.48; Building Dept $1,660.26; Police Forfeiture $6,506.45; Water and Sewer $290,545.73; Motor Pool $17,231.00
- Resolution to approve the 33rd Judicial District Court budget for Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025
- Approval of the Police Liaison Agreement between Woodhaven‑Brownstown School District and the City of Woodhaven, authorizing the mayor to sign
- Approval of the Comcast Agreement
- Public participation allowed for residents to address council on agenda items (3‑minute limit per speaker)
City Council
The City Council will review various fund obligations and routine consent calendar items. The meeting includes a request for the Fire Chief to accept a FEMA AFC Award and a report on the 2024 Halloween Home Decorating Contest winners.
- General Fund obligations of $86,534.54
- Garbage and Rubbish Fund obligations of $55,085.04
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations of $29,371.34
- Motor Pool Fund obligations of $19,803.39
- Request to accept the FEMA AFC Award
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council will review routine consent‑calendar items, including payments from several city funds that total over $600,000. Council members will consider Police Chief Scott Fraczek's request to purchase a police vehicle and emergency equipment. The Finance Director will present the Christmas Winter Wonderland Walk.
- Approve General Fund Obligations of $323,395.17
- Approve Water and Sewer Fund Obligations of $279,979.45
- Approve Motor Pool Fund Obligations of $17,237.39
- Police Chief Scott Fraczek requests approval to purchase a police vehicle and emergency equipment
- Finance Director Jeff Daigneau presents the Christmas Winter Wonderland Walk
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council will consider routine payments listed on the consent calendar, including several fund obligations. Council members will also vote on the City Attorney's annual retainer fee. All items will be adopted by a single motion unless a council member raises good cause.
- Approve City Attorney annual retainer fee
- Approve General Fund Obligations of $310,827.71
- Approve Garbage and Rubbish Fund Obligations of $678,076.07
- Approve Police Department Forfeiture Fund Obligations of $7,428.22
- Approve Motor Pool Fund Obligations of $22,163.13
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council will discuss a proposed charter amendment that would create an Emergency Services, Dispatch and Protection millage. Routine consent‑calendar items include payments for various city funds, totaling over $400,000. The council will also vote to purchase a new administrative vehicle and related emergency equipment and to retire the 2010 Ford F‑Taurus.
- Presentation on City Charter Amendment for Emergency Services, Dispatch and Protection Millage
- Approve purchase of new Administrative Vehicle & Emergency Equipment
- Approve decommissioning of the 2010 Ford F‑Taurus
- General Fund Obligations payment of $239,502.71
- Water and Sewer Fund Obligations payment of $166,929.22
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council will consider routine payments on the consent calendar, including over $1 million in bond debt service. Council members will discuss a new tavern license reclassification for Woodhaven Vaq 2024, LLC and a preventative maintenance agreement for City Hall and Police HVAC systems. Several large purchases for new play structures and equipment at four pocket parks will be voted on, along with an award for fire hydrant painting. The meeting also includes a swearing‑in of a new police officer and a discussion on garbage and recycling issues.
- Approve $231,213.36 for new play structures at Upper Constitution Pocket Park
- Approve $172,743.12 for new play structures at Lower Constitution Pocket Park
- Approve $101,535.00 for new play structures at Deerfield Pocket Park
- Award bid to Rally Point Partners, LLC for citywide fire hydrant painting at $52,114.70 (includes 10% contingency)
- Resolution to reclassify a tavern license to a Class C license for Woodhaven Vaq 2024, LLC (El Vaquero) at 19135 West Road
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council will consider a resolution to change a tavern license for Woodhaven VAQ2024, LLC at 19135 West Road to a Class C license. The council will also vote on the consent calendar, which includes payments totaling $617,000 across several city funds. A request to purchase a sewer‑cleaning combo truck will be presented for council consideration.
- Resolution to reclassify a tavern license to a Class C license for Woodhaven VAQ2024, LLC, 19135 West Road
- Consent calendar payments: General Fund $206,763.10; Local Highway Fund $8,880.00; Major Street Fund $102.94; Community Activity Fund $1,650.00; Garbage and Rubbish Fund $10,264.44; Building Department Fund $652.79; Police Department Forfeiture Fund $2,163.75; Water and Sewer Fund $396,754.64; Debt Services Fund $500.00; Motor Pool Fund $16,761.46; Recreational Vehicle Storage $94.04; Trust and Agency Fund $33,268.50
- Request by the Director of Public Service and Water to purchase a Sewer Cleaning Combo Truck (amount not specified)
- Public participation period allowing three‑minute comments on agenda items
- Standard procedural items: call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call, and adjournment
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council will consider routine Consent Calendar payments, several equipment purchase requests, and appointments to boards. Council members will discuss and vote on a Storm Water Agreement with CT Clean‑Woodhaven, LLC that lets the city recoup storm‑system expenses and authorizes the mayor and clerk to sign. A presentation of the 2024 Master Plan and a resolution to accept the 33rd Judicial District Court financial report are also on the agenda.
- Approve Consent Calendar payments, including General Fund obligations of $233,898.33 and Water and Sewer Fund obligations of $246,845.21
- Purchase two 2024 Ford F‑250 pickup trucks through the MiDeal Program (amount not specified in agenda)
- Purchase a Super 104 Lawn Mower, not to exceed $26,166.85, through the MiDeal Program
- Approve Storm Water Agreement with CT Clean‑Woodhaven, LLC and related long‑term maintenance resolution
- Re‑appoint four members to the Planning Commission (terms expiring July 2027) and four members to the Zoning Board of Appeals (terms expiring July 2027)
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council will vote on routine fund obligations and consider several administrative requests. Items include approval to purchase two 2024 Ford F‑250 pickup trucks (MiDeal Program) not to exceed $123,426, a Super 104 lawn mower for the DDA District not to exceed $26,166.85, acceptance of the 2024 Master Plan, and a $35,000 SEMCOG planning assistance grant with a required city match of $6,352.50. The Police Chief will also request purchase of communication equipment.
- Purchase two 2024 Ford F‑250 trucks via MiDeal Program, max $123,426
- Purchase a Super 104 lawn mower for the DDA District, max $26,166.85
- Accept the 2024 Master Plan
- Approve SEMCOG Planning Assistance Grant of $35,000 with city match $6,352.50 (net award $28,647.50)
- Police Chief request to purchase communication equipment (amount not specified)
City Council
The council will adopt the consent calendar, approving multiple fund obligations including $93,969.75 from the General Fund and $258,393.24 from the Water and Sewer Fund. An administrative officer will request the purchase of a Falcon Hot Box. The council will also approve the resolution and agreement with the County of Wayne for improvements to Civic Center Park and authorize the mayor to sign it.
- General Fund Obligations approved for payment of $93,969.75
- Water and Sewer Fund Obligations approved for payment of $258,393.24
- Motor Pool Fund Obligations approved for payment of $11,833.95
- Request to purchase a Falcon Hot Box (no amount disclosed)
- Resolution and Agreement with Wayne County for Improvements to Civic Center Park, mayor authorized to sign
City Council
The City Council will discuss a resolution to amend the city charter regarding emergency services, dispatch, and protection millage. Members will also review a proposed ordinance for OWI arrest cost recovery. The meeting includes the approval of various fund obligations for payment.
- Resolution to amend City Charter for Emergency Services, Dispatch and Protection Millage
- Proposed ordinance for OWI arrest cost recovery
- Emergency repairs to the 2015 Chevy Ambulance
- Approval of General Fund Obligations in the amount of $73,730.11
- Approval of Water and Sewer Fund Obligations in the amount of $73,677.02
City Council
The City Council will review proposed changes to employment agreements for various department heads, including the Police and Fire Chiefs. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and information regarding waste service transitions. Additionally, the council will consider park improvements and bike repair station authorizations.
- Changes to employment agreements for 12 city officials
- Budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year
- Purchase of a new Park Pavilion near the inclusive play structure
- Authorization for DDA payment to Penchura for two bike repair stations
- Information regarding GFL/Priority Waste transition
City Council
The Woodhaven City Council adopted the 2024-2025 city budget, which includes a $16,886,644 operating budget. The council also approved tentative labor agreements with the Teamsters Union and Fire Fighters Association. Additionally, officials authorized funds for park improvements and new police equipment.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 city budget including a $16,886,644 operating budget
- Approval of tentative agreements with Teamsters Union and Fire Fighters Association
- Updated consulting services agreement with Carlisle Wortman
- Purchase of an Intoxilyzer 9000 Breathalyzer Machine up to $9,556.00
- Re-certification of Henry Ford Park Ball Diamonds up to $47,244.00
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the proposed 2024-2025 budgets and discuss the renewal of the Cooperative Library Services Agreement. The body will also consider appointments to the Planning Commission, Recreation Commission, and Zoning Board of Appeals.
- Public hearing on proposed 2024-2025 City of Woodhaven Budgets
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations for $854,542.72
- General Fund obligations for $314,124.72
- Request to purchase two Administrative/Chief Vehicles for the Fire Department
- Appointments of Gary Ennis Jr (Planning Commission), Samantha Jeckewicz (Recreation Commission), and Kevin Ruf (Zoning Board of Appeals)
City Council
The City Council will review several fund obligations and administrative requests. Key items include the purchase of new dump trucks and the re-appointment of a member to the Downtown Development Authority.
- General Fund obligations totaling $1,755,061.25
- Purchase of two 2024 F-750 Dump Trucks
- Decommissioning and auction of 1998 International and 2005 Sterling dump trucks
- West Road emergency sewer repair invoice
- Re-appointment of Ms. Carrie Cox to the Downtown Development Authority
City Council
The City Council will discuss approving tentative agreements with three police unions: DPS Union (TPOAM), Command Officers Union (MAP), and the Patrol Union. The body will also consider a bid award for a Water Service Material Investigation.
- Tentative agreements with DPS Union (TPOAM), Command Officers Union (MAP), and Patrol Union
- Bid award for Water Service Material Investigation
- General Fund obligations of $58,018.29
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations of $135,970.13
- Local Highway Fund obligations of $8,988.84
City Council
The City Council will consider several fund obligations for payment and a road salt requisition for 2024-2025. The meeting includes a consent calendar for routine financial approvals and a public participation session.
- General Fund obligations of $256,993.56
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations of $101,944.38
- Garbage and Rubbish Fund obligations of $56,882.27
- 2024-2025 Road Salt Requisition MiDeal State of Michigan
- Motor Pool Fund obligations of $13,570.51
City Council
The City Council will discuss an agreement for municipal commercial waste management services between Woodhaven and the City of Riverview. The body will also consider the distribution of the Master Plan to surrounding cities for comments and a closed session regarding a lawsuit settlement.
- Agreement for Municipal Commercial Waste Management Services with the City of Riverview
- General Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $151,412.85
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $146,802.57
- Bond Debt Services Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $22,600.00
- Approval of Master Plan distribution to surrounding cities
City Council
The City Council will consider approving various fund obligations totaling over $584,000. The body will also discuss the renewal of a copier agreement. The meeting includes a consent calendar for routine administrative approvals.
- Water and Sewer Fund Obligations: $459,431.94
- General Fund Obligations: $55,123.84
- Garbage and Rubbish Fund Obligations: $49,931.04
- Renewal of Copier Agreement
- Police Department Forfeiture Fund Obligations: $4,147.29
City Council
The City Council will review a rezoning and site plan application for a Dairy Queen Grill & Chill. The body is also considering a reduction in the size of the Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors.
- Rezoning Application R 23-01 and Site plan Application SP 23-05 for Haidous Bros. (Dairy Queen Grill & Chill) at 20100 West Road
- Proposal to reduce the Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors from 12 + Mayor to 8 + Mayor
- General Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $67,638.02
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $18,610.52
- Invoice for West Road Sewer Cleaning and Video Inspection
City Council
The City Council will consider approving various fund obligations totaling nearly $500,000. The body will also discuss decommissioning a DPS Ford 3930 Tractor and emergency watermain repairs.
- General Fund Obligations: $144,144.01
- Water and Sewer Fund Obligations: $246,367.05
- Garbage and Rubbish Fund Obligations: $57,829.63
- Request to decommission DPS Ford 3930 Tractor
- Discussion of emergency watermain repair
City Council
The City Council will discuss a special use application for a Culver's restaurant on Allen Road. The body is also considering employment agreement amendments for city staff and re-appointments to the Recreation Commission.
- Special Use Application SU 24-01 for Culver’s at Allen Road, Meijer Out-lot
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations of $247,397.81
- General Fund obligations of $85,668.62
- Garbage and Rubbish Fund obligations of $54,964.20
- Re-appointments of Sally Lancaster and Linda Puchalsky to the Recreation Commission
City Council
The City Council will consider the renewal of the Michigan Uniform Video Service Local Franchise Agreement. The body will also review various fund obligations for payment and recognize 2023 Home Decorating Contest winners.
- Approval of the Michigan Uniform Video Service Local Franchise Agreement Renewal
- General Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $57,686.90
- Water and Sewer Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $21,559.93
- Motor Pool Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $13,061.66
- Garbage and Rubbish Fund obligations for payment in the amount of $8,419.21