Dearborn Heights public meetings in 2021
31 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council held a virtual regular meeting on December 28, 2021. The council approved the agenda, went into closed session to discuss pending litigation in DeJonghe v. City of Dearborn Heights, and then voted to proceed with the recommendation made by attorney Shane Nolan. In open session, the council approved minutes, current claims, an HVAC maintenance agreement with Allied Building Services, a change order for bridge inspections, participation in the National Opioid Settlement, a liquor license for Walkers Speak Easy, and several other items. A motion to terminate a contract with Rehmann Robson and hire Plante Moran for an examination of police and fire union contracts was tabled.
- Approved agenda for December 28, 2021 meeting (5-0)
- Moved to closed session to discuss pending litigation DeJonghe v. City of Dearborn Heights (5-0)
- Returned to open session (5-0)
- Proceeded with recommendation by attorney Shane Nolan regarding litigation (5-0)
- Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting (5-0)
- Approved current claims 6-1 through 6-21 (5-0)
- Awarded HVAC maintenance agreement to Allied Building Services (5-0)
- Approved change order for Hennessey Engineers for MDOT bridge inspection, $38,968 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council voted 4-2 to approve a contract with Priority Waste LLC for residential trash, yard waste and recycling collection, and directed the city to terminate its existing agreement with GFL Environmental USA Inc. effective March 19, 2022. The council also approved financing a fire truck through Comerica Bank for $558,897.00 and authorized a $100,000.00 payment toward it. A proposed increase in elected officials' salaries was tabled until December 28, 2021, and a resolution to terminate the legal contract with Allen Brothers, PLLC was also tabled. Most other items, including routine claims and budget adjustments, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Priority Waste LLC contract for residential solid waste, yard waste and recycling collection; directed termination of GFL Environmental USA Inc. agreement effective March 19, 2022 (4-2)
- Awarded fire truck financing bid to Comerica Bank for $558,897.00; authorized installment purchase agreement and $100,000.00 payment (6-0)
- Tabled until December 28, 2021 the Notice of Determination increasing salaries of elected officials (6-0)
- Tabled resolution terminating legal contract with Allen Brothers, PLLC until Attorney Grievance Committee response (6-0)
- Referred back to administration the award of HVAC maintenance agreement to Allied Building Services (6-0)
- Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Wayne County for Warren Road improvements from Outer Drive to Heyden; estimated total $52,426.00 plus $26,213.00 working capital advance (6-0)
- Approved three-month rental of sewer cleaning truck from Jack Doheny Company for $12,500.00/month, total $37,500.00 (6-0)
- Approved purchase of 2021 sewer cleaner from Jack Doheny Company for $451,616.00 with seven-year lease/purchase option (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved a $3,109,151.13 transfer from the Bond Proceeds account to the Water Operations account to reimburse water projects financed by 2021 bond proceeds. The council also approved a $200,186 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant for FY 2022, a $52,419 residential demolition contract on Currier Street, and several police purchases including five license plate readers and five solar radar speed signs. Most items passed unanimously; the lease of seven 2022 Ford Escape vehicles for the Ordinance Department passed 5-2, with Council Chair Pro Tem Abdallah and Councilman Baydoun voting no.
- Approved $3,109,151.13 transfer from Bond Proceeds to Water Operations account (unanimous)
- Accepted $200,186 MIDC grant for FY 2022 and authorized related account increases (unanimous)
- Approved FEMA/PDMC 2016 Grant Change Order #1 for demolition at 24077, 24339, 24111, 24127 Currier Street, raising total contract to $52,419 (unanimous)
- Approved lease renewal for seven 2022 Ford Escape vehicles for Ordinance Department (5-2; Abdallah and Baydoun voted no)
- Approved purchase of five license plate readers from Flock Falcon for $12,500 and rescinded Motion 21-546 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of five solar-powered radar speed signs for $13,642.50 and rescinded Motion 21-547 (unanimous)
- Approved RFP for design services for Police Dispatch Center renovation (unanimous)
- Concurred with mayoral appointments and reappointments to the Board of Review (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council selected Priority Waste LLC as the new contractor for waste and recycling collection, pending contract approval. The Council also authorized financing for a new fire engine and approved several police equipment purchases.
- Selected Priority Waste LLC for waste and recycling collection pending contract negotiation
- Authorized solicitation of bids to finance a $658,897.00 fire engine (5-0)
- Approved $12,500.00 purchase of Flock Falcon license plate readers (5-0)
- Approved $72,299.00 for Wade Trim construction administration for Joy Road and Virgil Street water main project (5-0)
- Concurred with appointments of Elisabeth Sobota-Perry and Dr. Ibrahim Dabaja to Local Officers Compensation Commission (5-0)
- Approved use of cash drawers at eight remote revenue collection sites with limits of $200 to $500 (5-0)
- Approved auction disposal of a 2009 Ford Fusion and a 2005 Ford Taurus SE (5-0)
- Renewed business license for Fetzer’s on the Beech at 5127 S. Beech Daly (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (11 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council approved the 2022 Wayne County permit package for road maintenance and special events. Council also approved various city claims and an Aflac Group Master Application. A proposal to establish a Public Safety Commission was referred to a study session.
- Approved Current Claims 6-1 through 6-33 (Unanimous)
- Approved Aflac Group Master Application #17738 (Unanimous)
- Referred establishment of a Public Safety Commission to a Study Session (5-2)
- Tabled resolution to terminate legal contract with Allen Brothers, PLLC for 30 days (6-1)
- Approved Wayne County Annual 2022 Permit Package and Performance Resolution (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council approved several infrastructure and equipment contracts, including a $76,500 roof repair for City Hall and various fire and police department purchases. Council members also authorized budget amendments for grant-funded projects and approved a status quo agreement for the Warren Valley Golf Course. A proposal to establish remote revenue collection sites was defeated and subsequently referred back to the Treasurer for clarification.
- Approved $76,500 City Hall roof repair contract (6-1)
- Approved $14,901.25 Office 365 migration proposal
- Approved $27,892 purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Traverse
- Approved Warren Valley Golf Course status quo agreement (4-3)
- Denied proposal for remote revenue collection sites (1-6)
- Referral of remote revenue collection proposal to Treasurer approved
- Approved $27,000 bridge inspection contract
- Approved $25,000 LSTA library grant acceptance
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council held a regular meeting on September 28, 2021, but lacked a quorum to conduct business. Consequently, the council voted to adjourn the meeting at 7:12 p.m.
- Adjourned regular meeting due to lack of a quorum (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved current claims, multiple equipment purchases for the police and DPW departments, and various budget amendments during its regular meeting. The council also authorized a $364,365.24 contract for Studio B renovations with Barnett Construction Services and adopted resolutions for city appointments and a charter review committee.
- Approved current claims 6-1 through 6-31 (5-0)
- Awarded lawn maintenance bid at the Justice Center to United Lawn Care (5-0)
- Authorized RFP for residential solid waste autoside collection and disposal (4-1)
- Concurred with Mayoral appointment of Jill Myslinski to Commission on Business (5-0)
- Concurred with Mayoral appointment of Ali Dib and Robert Conrad to CWCSA (5-0)
- Approved MOU with Dearborn Heights Public Employees Association (TPOAM) (5-0)
- Authorized new bank account for restricted SMART funds (5-0)
- Approved Brownfield 2021-2022 proposed budget (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (26 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved current claims, various vehicle and equipment purchases for the DPW and police departments, and FY 2020-2021 budget amendments. The council also authorized trust fund transfers, accepted a HUD funding agreement, and followed corporation counsel recommendations regarding a lawsuit.
- Approved agenda with addition of Item 9-P (6-0)
- Moved to closed session to discuss Edwards v. City of Dearborn Heights (7-0)
- Followed Corporation Counsel recommendations on Edwards v. Dearborn Heights (7-0)
- Approved August 10 and August 16, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
- Approved current claims 6-1 through 6-34 with correction to claim 6-7 (6-1)
- Awarded demolition of garage at 4459 McKinley to Olson Cement Works for $3,000 (7-0)
- Concurred with Mayoral appointments to Ecorse Creek Commission (7-0)
- Approved St. Linus Festival Bike and Blade Parade for September 11, 2021 (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council held a special virtual meeting on August 16, 2021, with all seven members present. The council unanimously approved extending the summer 2021 tax filing deadline without late penalty or interest fees from Monday, August 16, 2021 to Thursday, August 19, 2021, as outlined in item 9-A and per a communication from Treasurer Hicks-Clayton dated August 14, 2021. The council also approved the meeting agenda and then adjourned at 6:21 p.m.
- Approved extension of summer 2021 tax filing deadline without late penalty or interest fees, from August 16, 2021 to August 19, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved the August 16, 2021 special meeting agenda as submitted (unanimous)
- Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The Council approved a property and liability insurance renewal with MMRMA and awarded a water main improvement bid to Lawrence M. Clarke, Inc. Other actions included updating city credit card and petty cash policies and approving several police equipment purchases.
- Approved $1,465,334.00 MMRMA Property and Liability Coverage renewal
- Awarded Joy Road and Virgil Avenue water main bid to Lawrence M. Clarke, Inc.
- Approved $1,400 maximum limit Comerica credit cards for Department Heads
- Established $500 revolving petty cash at Treasurer’s Office and terminated departmental petty cash
- Approved $617,476.00 match from water fund for FEMA/MSP Acquisition and Demolition program
- Approved appointment of Lawrence Elassal as part-time Magistrate for 20th District Court
- Approved $25.00 non-sufficient returned item fee effective December 1, 2021
- Denied selection of developers for City Action Preservation Program (CAPP)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The City Council approved the purchase of multiple properties from the Wayne County Foreclosure List and established a minimum fund balance policy for general operating expenditures. Council members also authorized the preparation of requests for proposals regarding residential waste collection and confirmed several mayoral appointments to city boards and committees. A proposal to select developers for the City Action Preservation Program was defeated.
- Approved $67,412.63 for Wayne County property purchases
- Adopted minimum fund balance policy (rescinded 2022)
- Approved current claims 6-1 through 6-31 (6-1)
- Authorized RFP process for residential waste collection
- Appointed Tawyna Sterlini to Ecorse Creek Commission
- Appointed Johny Vidinovski to Zoning Board of Appeals
- Selected committee for Warren Valley 100th Anniversary
- City Action Preservation Program developer selection defeated (3-4)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council held a special meeting on July 21, 2021 and approved two contracts for the FEMA/MSP Home Acquisition and Demolition Program covering four homes on Currier Street. VIN-CON, Inc. won the demolition contract at $45,589.00, and Environmental Testing and Consulting, Inc. (ETC) won the demolition oversight and administration contract at $4,600.00. Both motions passed 5-0, with Councilmen Constan and Wencel absent. The council also approved the meeting agenda and adjourned at 6:34 p.m.
- Approved agenda for July 21, 2021 special meeting (5-0)
- Awarded demolition contract for 24127, 24077, 24111, and 24339 Currier Street to VIN-CON, Inc. for $45,589.00 (5-0)
- Awarded demolition oversight and administration contract for the same four Currier Street homes to Environmental Testing and Consulting, Inc. (ETC) for $4,600.00 (5-0)
- Authorized Mayor and City Clerk to sign both contracts and Comptroller's Office to return bid bonds to unsuccessful bidders (5-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 6:34 p.m. (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council held a special meeting on July 13, 2021. The council approved the meeting agenda, held a closed session, and subsequently voted to approve a recommendation from Attorney Mark Roberts that was discussed during the closed session.
- Approved the July 13, 2021 special meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Moved to a closed session at 6:09 p.m. (7-0)
- Returned to an open session at 7:24 p.m. (6-0)
- Approved Attorney Mark Roberts’ recommendation from closed session (6-0)
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:26 p.m. (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved $781,526 in 2020-2021 budget adjustments and authorized up to $300,000 to hire a company for flood debris pickup. The council also awarded several contracts, including $364,365.24 for City Council Chambers renovations, and approved various zoning ordinance readings and business license renewals.
- Approved Current Claims 6-1 through 6-39 as submitted (unanimous)
- Awarded City Council Chambers Renovation Project to Barnett Construction Services of Michigan, LLC for $364,365.24 (unanimous)
- Referred Item 7-B (Watermain Improvement Project) and Item 7-C (CSO L-42 Program) back to administration (unanimous)
- Awarded Currier Street FEMA demolition contract to VIN-CON, Inc. for $45,589.00 (unanimous)
- Awarded State and Federal Grants Legal Services to Allen Brothers, Attorneys & Counselors, PLLC at $140.00 per hour (unanimous)
- Approved 2020-2021 budget amendments totaling $781,526 (unanimous)
- Authorized hiring a company to pick up flood debris in an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 (unanimous)
- Renewed business licenses for Connect Auto Sales, Cooper’s Garage, Hi-Grade Steakhouse, and Lamarina Auto Sales (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council held a special meeting on June 28, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda. The council voted to approve a water distribution operation services contract with Hennessey Engineers, Inc. and authorized payments to the Police and Fire Pension System Act 345. The meeting was subsequently adjourned.
- Approved June 28, 2021 Special Meeting Agenda (6-0)
- Approved Water Distribution Operation Services Contract with Hennessey Engineers, Inc. for $1,600.00 per month for up to one year (6-0)
- Authorized Mayor and City Clerk to sign the Hennessey Engineers, Inc. contract (6-0)
- Approved payment of $4,681,467.00 from Account (101-200-722.000) to Police and Fire Pension System Act 345 (6-0)
- Approved payment of $570,000.00 from Account (101-200-722.002) to Police and Fire Pension System Act 345 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved $4,150,671 in adjustments to the 2020-2021 budget for general government and library departments. In closed session, the council voted 4-1 (with two abstentions) to concur with Corporation Counsel on a settlement agreement in a lawsuit; the terms were not disclosed in the open minutes. The council also approved several purchases and agreements, including a $469,657.17 street construction payment, and defeated a proposal to issue American Express credit cards to department heads and an HVAC service agreement with Johnson Controls.
- Approved $4,150,671 in 2020-2021 budget amendments (unanimous)
- Concurred with Corporation Counsel on a lawsuit settlement agreement (4-1, 2 abstentions)
- Approved Current Claims 6-1 through 6-48, including $469,657.17 to Hardrock Concrete for street construction (unanimous)
- Awarded Richard A. Young Center fitness room floor bid to Strengthio Fitness for $10,653.88 (unanimous)
- Awarded Richard A. Young Center gymnasium floor bid to Allcourt, Inc. for $17,350.00 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of four properties on Currier Street for a total of $422,006.75 (unanimous)
- Defeated issuance of American Express credit cards to department heads with $1,400 limit (2-5)
- Defeated HVAC service agreement with Johnson Controls for $58,848.00 (0-7)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved a second reading of Ordinance H-21-03 revising registration and inspection requirements for rental dwellings, making it effective upon publication. The council also approved a resolution moving $2,000,000 from assigned to unassigned status for general government retiree health care. Other actions included approving a $110,000 residential purchase at 24111 Currier, a professional services agreement for the 2020-2021 audit, and various budget amendments and appointments. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved second reading of Ordinance H-21-03 revising rental dwelling registration and inspection requirements (unanimous)
- Approved resolution moving $2,000,000 from assigned to unassigned for retiree health care (unanimous)
- Approved Residential Purchase Agreement for 24111 Currier for $110,000 with two changes (unanimous)
- Approved Professional Services Agreement with Plante Moran for FY 2020-2021 audit (unanimous)
- Approved budget amendment of $8,020.50 from fund balance to Work Comp (unanimous)
- Approved Mayoral appointments to Commission on Business and Ecorse Creek Commission (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 10 sets of Fire Turnout Gear from Phoenix Outfitters for $24,440 (unanimous)
- Approved installation of a stop sign on Wilson at Dover (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council approved the General Government and Library Fund budgets and set multiple millage rates for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. The council also authorized the purchase of two residential properties on Currier. A resolution to impose a Property Tax Administration Fee for 2021 was adopted.
- Approved $54,354,915.00 General Government Fiscal 2021-2022 balanced budget (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,435,602.00 Library Fund Fiscal 2021-2022 surplus budget (Unanimous)
- Set 2021-2022 tax levy at 7.9948 mills (Unanimous)
- Approved $105,000.00 purchase agreement for 24127 Currier (Unanimous)
- Approved $100,000.00 purchase agreement for 24077 Currier (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,186,372.00 lump sum budget for the 20th District Court (Unanimous)
- Adopted Property Tax Administration Fee for Summer and Winter 2021 (4-3)
- Approved various millages for Fire and Police Pensions (8.8926), garbage disposal (2.0986 and .9404), Public Safety (1.8810), and Libraries (.8639 and .8933) (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved two alley vacations off Waverly and between Mayburn and Telegraph behind Warren, both 20-foot-wide alleys, after public hearings with no public comment. The council also approved the Residential Purchase Agreement for 24339 Currier for $98,000.00 and approved the Proposed 2021-2022 TIFA Budget. Several items were referred back to administration or Secrest Wardle, including watermain and sewer project bids and two rezoning recommendations.
- Approved Alley Vacation off Waverly behind Warren (unanimous)
- Approved Alley Vacation between Mayburn and Telegraph behind Warren (unanimous)
- Approved Residential Purchase Agreement for 24339 Currier for $98,000.00 (unanimous)
- Approved Proposed 2021-2022 TIFA Budget (unanimous)
- Approved summer tax due date extension to August 16, 2021 (unanimous)
- Referred back to administration the 2020-2021 CDBG Watermain Improvements bid award (unanimous)
- Referred back to administration the Lower Rouge CSO L-42 Sewer Separation Program (unanimous)
- Referred back to Secrest Wardle rezoning recommendations for 24045 Warren Avenue and 7018 Mayburn (unanimous)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council held a public hearing on the proposed 2021-2022 Corporate Fund Budget and then approved a resolution to keep the 911 Dispatch Division in the city, directing the administration to start acquiring bids for equipment and a facility (6-1, Councilman Constan voting no). The council also approved several purchases and contracts, including Canfield Community Center door and floor replacements, a kitchen renovation at the Richard A. Young Center, and software purchases. Two motions were defeated: advertising for bids for a July 1 fireworks display at Warren Valley Golf Course (3-4) and an amendment to allow outside elected officials to make announcements during public hearings (3-4).
- Approved resolution to keep 911 Dispatch Division in Dearborn Heights and start acquiring bids for equipment and facility (6-1)
- Approved $14,303.00 contract with H & H Glass & Metal for Canfield Community Center entrance doors (unanimous)
- Approved $3,800.00 contract with Dean Flooring for Canfield Community Center tile floors (unanimous)
- Approved $31,309.05 contract with MBCM Luxe Interiors for Richard A. Young Center kitchen renovation (unanimous)
- Defeated motion to advertise for bids for July 1, 2021 fireworks display at Warren Valley Golf Course (3-4)
- Defeated amendment to allow outside elected officials to make announcements during public hearings (3-4)
- Approved purchase of BS&A software remote implementation for $6,250.00 plus $1,000.00 annual service fee (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of ARX Community Dashboard Software for three years at $13,384.55 annually (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council held a virtual regular meeting on April 27, 2021, and approved a series of routine items, including current claims, a picnic table purchase, a fund transfer for building repairs, and a business license renewal. The council also authorized a public hearing for an alley vacation and approved traffic control changes. One closed-session recommendation from the city attorney was adopted 6-1, with Councilman Abdel-Hak voting no.
- Approved the Order of Business with removal of Agenda Item 7-B, referred back to administration (unanimous)
- Approved a closed-session recommendation from City Attorney Jeffrey R. Clark (6-1, Abdel-Hak nay)
- Approved minutes of the April 13, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
- Approved Current Claims 6-1 through 6-27 as submitted (unanimous)
- Awarded bid for 10 heavy duty park picnic tables to Jamestown Advanced Products for $3,578.00 (unanimous)
- Authorized a public hearing for the vacation of the alley between Mayburn and Telegraph behind Warren for May 25, 2021 (unanimous)
- Authorized payments to Youth Sports Parent’s Associations for spring, summer and fall allotments (unanimous)
- Authorized transfer of $45,500.00 from Spirit Festival Account to Recreation Department Capital Outlay Account for repairs at Eton Senior Recreation Center and Canfield Community Center (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with Wayne County for $118,407 to demolish and install a new play structure at Van Houten Park, and approved Change Order No. 2 and Certificate No. 7 for the 2020 Street Reconstruction Program at $134,762.11. The council also extended the local COVID-19 state of emergency through June 30, 2021, and set a public hearing on the 2021-2022 Corporate Fund Budget for May 11, 2021, with adoption scheduled for May 25, 2021. Two motions failed: a budget amendment to raise the Comptroller's salary to $80,000 and a motion to prepare ballot language on the 911 Dispatch Decision. Councilman Tom Wencel was absent.
- Approved IGA with Wayne County for $118,407 for demolition and new play structure at Van Houten Park (6-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 2 and Certificate No. 7 for 2020 Street Reconstruction Program at $134,762.11 (6-0)
- Extended local COVID-19 state of emergency through June 30, 2021 (6-0)
- Set public hearing on 2021-2022 Corporate Fund Budget for May 11, 2021; adoption scheduled May 25, 2021 (6-0)
- Defeated budget amendment to raise Comptroller's salary to $80,000 (2-4)
- Defeated motion to direct Corporation Counsel to prepare 911 Dispatch ballot language (0-6)
- Approved Plante Moran engagement letter for Bond Official Statement (4-2)
- Approved $9,988.75 purchase of radios for Redford Fire Department, 100% reimbursed via AFG Grant (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council approved several major infrastructure and equipment contracts, including street repairs and a new fire truck. The council also authorized bidding for City Hall chamber renovations and a new vehicle fleet management system.
- Awarded 2021-2022 Street and Sidewalk Repair Program to Zuniga Concrete for $761,666.25 (Unanimous)
- Awarded new fire truck contract to R & R Fire Truck Repair for $658,897.00 (Unanimous)
- Authorized bidding for City Council Chambers renovations (Unanimous)
- Authorized bidding for a new Vehicle Fleet Management System (Unanimous)
- Increased 2020 Lead Water Service Replacement Program contract by $350,000.00 for 41 additional homes (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 25 trees for the Rouge Watershed at a net cost of $5,125.00 (Unanimous)
- Approved disposal of one 1996 Ford F450 and one 2001 E350 Parcel Van via auction (Unanimous)
- Approved $78,057.10 payment and $20,652.21 change order for River Oaks project (4-3)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council held a virtual regular meeting on March 9, 2021, and approved a series of spending and administrative items, all by unanimous votes. The largest single award was a $53,776.40 contract to Life Safety Services, LLC for an ultraviolet-C light installation at the Justice Center, paid entirely by CDBG-Cares Act funds. The council also authorized advertising for bids on several parks and senior center projects, approved a $65,090 Motorola service agreement, and confirmed appointments to the Planning Commission and Assistant Corporation Counsel. Mayoral appointments to the Community and Cultural Relations Commission were referred back to the administration.
- Approved minutes of the February 23, 2021 regular meeting
- Approved current claims 6-1 through 6-18 as submitted
- Awarded $53,776.40 Justice Center UV-C light installation to Life Safety Services, LLC, paid by CDBG-Cares Act
- Authorized advertising for bids for Canfield Community Center entrance doors, not to exceed $15,000
- Authorized advertising for bids for Canfield Community Center tile floor replacement, not to exceed $10,000
- Authorized advertising for bids for Richard A. Young Center kitchen renovation, not to exceed $40,000
- Authorized advertising for bids for Eton Senior Citizen Center restroom renovation, not to exceed $30,000
- Approved $65,090 Motorola quarterly service agreement from March 1, 2021 through February 28, 2022
City Council
The City Council approved several administrative appointments, personnel salary increases, and various equipment and service contracts. A proposed dispatch services agreement with the City of Dearborn was defeated and moved to a public hearing for resident input.
- Created temporary Director of Grants and Budget Compliance position for 6 months (6-0)
- Approved $26,400 purchase of Asset Management Software from Silversmith Data (6-0)
- Approved $16,429.53 for police patrol and training munition supplies (6-0)
- Approved salary increase for Building Department Director to $65,000 and Recreation staff to $54,000 (6-0)
- Approved $3,450 annual contract for Parkland Park Pump Station maintenance with HESCO (6-0)
- Defeated Police and Fire Dispatch Services Agreement with City of Dearborn (0-6)
- Moved Dispatch Services Agreement to a Public Hearing for resident input (6-0)
- Appointed Dr. Ali S. Makki to the Planning Commission (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (16 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Dearborn Heights City Council approved a resolution authorizing the issuance of 2021 Capital Improvement Bonds not to exceed $25,700,000.00 for sewer and water system improvements, adopted 6-1 with Councilman Abdel-Hak voting no. The council also unanimously approved a $67,500.00 Maintenance of Services Agreement with Gary Miotke as Corporation Counsel and concurred with his mayoral appointment. Other approvals included a $14,587.00 City Hall rooftop unit replacement, a $59,126.00 Ford F-450 stake truck, and $44,772.00 in fire department equipment purchases. The meeting was held electronically and included a closed session on a lawsuit.
- Approved resolution authorizing up to $25,700,000.00 in 2021 Capital Improvement Bonds for sewer and water improvements (6-1, Abdel-Hak no)
- Approved $67,500.00 Maintenance of Services Agreement with Gary Miotke as Corporation Counsel, less $61,725.00 already paid (unanimous)
- Concurred with mayoral appointment of Gary Miotke as Corporation Counsel, term expiring January 2, 2022 (unanimous)
- Awarded $14,587.00 bid to Johnson Controls to replace failed City Hall rooftop unit (unanimous)
- Approved $59,126.00 purchase of a 2021 Ford F-450 Stake Truck from Gorno Ford (unanimous)
- Approved $12,783.00 for Rogue fitness equipment for both fire stations (unanimous)
- Approved $31,989.00 purchase of a Stryker Powerload for the rescue squad (unanimous)
- Approved $5,000.00 gross pay to Council Chairwoman Malinowski Maxwell for serving as Mayor Pro Tem (6-0, Maxwell abstained)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council authorized specific city officials to sign documentation with financial institutions to act as depositories for City funds. The approved institutions include JP Morgan Chase Bank, Comerica Bank, Dearborn Federal Savings Bank, Flagstar Bank, and Morgan Stanley.
- Authorized Mayor, City Clerk, Comptroller, and Treasurer to sign financial depository documentation (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council appointed Bill Bazzi as Mayor by a 4-3 roll call vote, and he resigned his council seat upon taking the oath of office. The council also appointed Mo Baydoun and Zouher Abdel-Hak to fill council vacancies, and named Councilman Abdallah as Council Pro Tem. In closed session the council directed its attorneys to contact Gary Miotke about the pending Daniel Paletko v City Council case. The council also approved routine claims, minutes, and several purchases and contracts.
- Appointed Bill Bazzi as Mayor (4-3 roll call)
- Accepted Councilman Bazzi's resignation from City Council upon taking the oath of office
- Appointed Mo Baydoun to City Council (5 votes)
- Appointed Zouher Abdel-Hak to City Council (5 votes)
- Named Councilman Abdallah as Council Pro Tem (unanimous)
- Directed attorneys to contact Gary Miotke about the pending Daniel Paletko v City Council case (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to D & D Water and Sewer Contract for 2020-2021 Watermain Replacement Program, $1,534,180.00, plus $110,000.00 construction engineering budget for Wade Trim (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of seven vehicles for $191,956.00 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council was unable to reach a majority vote to fill a vacant council seat. The council authorized the signing of a previously approved contract with Hicks Construction Company and extended the application deadline for the position of Mayor.
- Approved Agenda and Order of Business (4-2)
- Opened nominations for council vacancy candidates (unanimous)
- Failed to nominate a candidate for council vacancy (no majority vote)
- Authorized Mayor Pro Tem and Clerk to sign contract with Hicks Construction Company (unanimous)
- Extended Mayor position application deadline to January 20, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. (5-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council approved several service contracts, including security upgrades for the Justice Center and police training services. Members also authorized updates to city financial depository signatures and initiated the process to fill the mayoral vacancy following the death of Mayor Paletko. A motion to appoint a new council member failed to reach a consensus.
- Approved legal conflict waiver and closed session for Paletko litigation (6-0)
- Failed to appoint a new City Council member (3-3)
- Approved $258,578.71 in current claims (6-0)
- Authorized updated signatures for city financial depositories (6-0)
- Approved remodeling contract for Berwyn Senior Citizen Center (6-0)
- Approved $48,500 security access purchase for Justice Center (6-0)
- Approved $30,000 annual police training and consulting contract (6-0)
- Authorized advertising for mayoral appointment at a special meeting (6-0)