Jeff Daigneau

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. Key discussions included a public hearing on an amendment to the Development and Tax Increment Financing (DTA) plan for the Wood Haven Downtown Development Authority, which concluded without public comment. There was a planned introduction and swearing-in of a new police officer and a K9 officer, which was postponed due to communication issues. The council discussed the results of the Halloween home decorating contest, managed by the Kowanas Club, presenting recognition awards and gift cards to the four winners. In administrative matters, approval was sought for the repair of the 2019 street sweeper at a cost of $18,249.17, following a failure in the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) admission system. Furthermore, substantial renovations for the community center were proposed, focusing on new flooring, updated lighting fixtures, and finishing the walls, with quotes received in late April for $65,000 for the entire building, including the main hall and senior wing areas. The council emphasized the need for technology updates in the community center to better engage businesses and confirmed that the final decision on renovations would rest with the City Council, following review by the Recreation Commission. The meeting concluded with congratulations for holiday light displays and the announcement of an upcoming tree lighting ceremony.

The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance and a roll call, noting Councilman Muzalowski was excused. Key agenda items included the approval of the consent calendar and the appointment of Adam Ruffner as Deputy Police Chief, contingent upon the approval of his employment agreement. The Council then moved to approve the employment agreement and benefit plan for the new Police Chief, Jeff Harris. A significant portion of the discussion focused on the I75 West Road Gateway project presentation, covering various design options such as placing signage on the bridge or utilizing monument signs on the side, and the associated engineering, weight load, and traffic control considerations, which necessitate MDOT approval. There was also discussion regarding the delay in providing access to view meetings for elder residents via Comcast, prompting follow-up actions. Council members also recommended supporting the Woodhaven Fire Department's Facebook page and discussed the design of roadside signage concerning breakaway structure requirements based on roadway speed limits.

The meeting commenced with the pledge of allegiance. Key discussions during public appearances focused on concerns regarding the quality of contractor work on sidewalks, specifically noting the lack of expansion strips leading to cracking, and issues with bumper height and uneven grading adjacent to yards. Another resident raised concerns about two recent construction projects: one involving utility work where holes were left unfilled, and another involving sidewalk repair where crushed concrete was used instead of dirt, leading to drainage issues and mosquito problems. In response to resident inquiries, updates were provided on the timeline for the entrance of Pepperwood to be redone (expected before the first frost/October) and the status of fire plug painting (slow process, assured to be done by end of summer). Council members also inquired about the status of a potential Culver's restaurant development, which is currently delayed pending a state permit from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for water supply hookups.

The council meeting included several key discussions and actions. The first item addressed was the approval of the employment agreement and benefit plan for Deputy Chief Police Chief Adam Ruffner. Following this, the council discussed the postage machine lease agreement with Quadrent, opting for a lease over a large upfront purchase due to better long-term cost coverage. Discussions also covered the necessary, high-cost repair and rebuilding of the City Hall fountain, which was damaged by lightning. For street improvements, the council planned to go out for bid for local and major street projects, estimated to cost between $1.1 and $1.2 million. The ongoing poor service from Comcast regarding television service was addressed, with staff indicating they are near the point of switching providers if service is not immediately restored. An appointment was approved for Zachary Moroni to the Woodhaven DDA Downtown Development Authority, with a term ending in March 2028. Other discussions included updates on salt reserves for snow removal, and an extensive process review with MDOT regarding new city signs, with a strong preference expressed by several council members to prioritize the placement of a sign attached to the bridge over side locations due to safety concerns.

The meeting began with the call to order and the pledge of allegiance, noting the absence of several council members and the presence of two student observers from Eastern Michigan University. Key agenda items included the approval of the consent calendar. A presentation by the Woodhaven Fire Department, led by Deputy Chief Davenport, detailed a proposal for installing Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in public areas like the ball field building and near the pickle ball courts, outlining costs and security features for various mounting options. Following this, administrative requests involved seeking authorization to decommission a 2014 Dodge Ram vehicle due to costly mechanical issues and requesting approval to accept a $91,200 FEMA grant award to purchase 20 sets of firefighter turnout gear (coats, pants, helmets, boots, and gloves) at a total cost of $92,596.20. Council comments focused on expressing pride and appreciation for the city's department heads and administrators.