City Council Regular Meeting
Regular MeetingMadison Heights, MI · April 15, 2024
Minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
Madison Heights, Michigan
April 15, 2024
A City Council Regular Meeting was held on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 7:30 PM at City Hall -
Council Chambers, 300 W. 13 Mile Rd.
PRESENT
Mayor Roslyn Grafstein
Mayor Pro Tem Mark Bliss
Councilman Sean Fleming
Councilman William Mier
Councilor Emily Rohrbach
Councilman David Soltis
Councilor Quinn Wright
OTHERS PRESENT
City Manager Melissa Marsh
City Attorney Larry Sherman
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk Cheryl Rottmann
43rd District Court Administrator Sharon Arseneault
Community and Economic Development Director Giles Tucker
Finance Director Linda Kunath
Fire Chief Greg Lelito
Human Resources Director Misczak
Library Director Vanessa Verdun-Morris
Police Chief Brent LeMerise
Public Services Director Sean Ballantine
Councilman Fleming gave the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance followed.
CM-24-84. Amendment to the Agenda – Move Item 9 to Presentations.
Motion to move Item 9, Historical Commission - Proposed Naming of Soccer Complex,
Rosie's Park Pavilion, the City Hall Executive Conference Room, and the Active Adult
Billiards Room, to Presentations following the Animal Control Officer Week Proclamation.
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Seconded by Councilman Soltis.
Voting Yea: Mayor Grafstein, Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Councilman Fleming,
Councilman Mier, Councilor Rohrbach, Councilman Soltis, Councilor
Wright
Motion carried.
CM-24-85. Amendment to the Agenda – Item 5 Name Correction.
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Motion to change Item #5 to read, City Manager - Presentation of the FY 2025 Proposed
Budget.
Motion made by Councilor Rohrbach, Seconded by Councilor Wright.
Voting Yea: Mayor Grafstein, Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Councilman Fleming,
Councilman Mier, Councilor Rohrbach, Councilman Soltis, Councilor
Wright
Motion carried.
PRESENTATIONS:
Certificate of Recognition for Michael Sheppard
Mayor Grafstein read a Certificate of Recognition for Michael Sheppard, owner of Madison Heights
business Northern Audio Services, thanking him for his support and assistance to the Historical
Commission’s History of Music event as well as his civic contributions to the City. On behalf of the
City Council, Mayor Grafstein presented the Certificate of Recognition to Michael Sheppard.
National Telecommunicators Week Proclamation
Mayor Grafstein read the National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Proclamation and the City
Council proclaimed the week of April 14 – 20, 2024, to be National Public Safety Telecommunications
Week in Madison Heights; a week to celebrate and thank telecommunications personnel who serve our
city, citizens, and public safety personnel 24 hours a day seven days a week. Mayor Grafstein
presented PSA Tyrsh with the proclamation and thanked her and all the City’s Public Service Aides
for their service to the City.
National Animal Control Officer Week Proclamation
Mayor Grafstein read the Animal Control Officers Week Proclamation and the City Council
proclaimed April 14 through April 20, 2024 as National Animal Control Officers Week in the City of
Madison Heights. She presented ACO Paige Wallace with the proclamation and thanked her and her
aides for their service to the City.
CM-24-86. Historical Commission -Proposed Naming of the Soccer Complex, Rosie's
Park Pavilion, the City Hall Executive Conference Room, and the Active
Adult Billiards Room.
Motion to name the Soccer Complex as the Swanson Soccer Complex and Fields for
Edward Swanson; the pavilion to be added to Rosie's Park for Elva Mills; rename the
Executive Conference Room in City Hall for Lindell Ross; and name the Active Adult
Center Billiards Room after Rich Clark.
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Seconded by Councilman Fleming.
Mayor Pro Tem Bliss gave a brief overview of the contributions that these recognized
members of Council made to the City. He stated that they are all the incredible people who
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helped make Madison Heights the city it is today and hopefully they will continue to inspire
those that come in the future.
Voting Yea: Mayor Grafstein, Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Councilman Fleming,
Councilman Mier, Councilor Rohrbach, Councilman Soltis, Councilor
Wright
Motion carried.
Presentation of the FY 2025 Proposed Budget
City Manager Marsh began the presentation by acknowledging the outstanding efforts of the Finance
Director Linda Kunath, Assistant to the City Manager Adam Owczarzak, as well as all Department
Heads and staff for an excellent effort in preparing a priority-based budget that continues to maintain
existing services and implements our City’s strategic plan. She also thanked the Mayor and City
Council for their leadership and support in planning the City’s financial operations responsibly and
progressively. This budget is the product of our collective efforts, bringing success to our community.
Finance Director Kunath stated that in preparing the budget, the goals and financial policies adopted
by the City Council guided our process. First, staff have conservatively estimated revenues and
expenditures, including a thorough review of each department with the respective department head,
and a careful and updated analysis of projected revenues. Second, we balanced each special millage
with the applicable expenses, focusing on millage reserves and prioritizing needed projects. Third, we
analyzed projected fund balance levels and, working with the City Council through the goal-setting
process, strategically allocated a minimum use of fund balance to cover our goal priorities, allowing
us to maintain the target fund balance. Fourth, we reviewed the taxes and fees being charged to
residents and businesses, resulting in a millage reduction from FY 2024 levels and increasing the utility
rates. And fifth, we will seek alternative funding options for budgeted services and projects wherever
possible.
Finance Director Kunath noted that the total Budget equates to $66.2 million in FY 2025. This Budget
includes proposals for 13 appropriated funds and represents an increase of $732,785, or 1.1%, over FY
2024. Most of this increase is due to personnel costs, including adding five new positions, midyear and
annual wage adjustments, city-wide pension contributions, and insurance increases. These are all
recurring costs and will contribute to higher operational costs from now on. Of this $66.2 million,
$10.2 million is Capital Outlay. This includes assets such as vehicles, equipment, building
maintenance, and infrastructure such as roads and water mains.
Although the City has the ability to levy 25.9381 mills, Ms. Kunath stated that this proposed budget is
supported by a tax rate of 25.4572 mills for FY 2025. The proposed tax rate is a reduction from FY
2024, when the city rate was levied at 25.5288 mills.
Ms. Kunath continued stating that this budget is projected with revenue growth across all funds due to
a State Tax Commission Inflation Rate multiplier of 5% and increased state revenue sharing. Even
with this higher than the average state inflation rate multiplier, the City’s taxable value for FY 2025 is
still only 90.9% of what it was in FY 2008. This prevents the City from restoring services back to 2008
levels.
The City Millage Rates chart shows the City’s tax distribution for the 10,339 single-family homes and
condominiums in Madison Heights. For Fiscal 2025 the average home market value is $202,433 with
a taxable value of $56,212 and an average tax bill of $1,431.27 for City services.
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Finance Director Kunath stated that the city, like the businesses and residents that call Madison Heights
home, has continued to feel pressure on expenditures due to inflationary increases. While many
expenditure areas have returned to traditional increases of 2%-3%, we experienced wage pressure to
remain competitive in the region, especially with public safety departments. This is reflected in the
proposed budget based on the wage reopeners and extensions for all Union contracts. This budget also
adds five new positions; we continue to be very conservative with reoccurring expenditures to ensure
there are reoccurring revenues to support these position increases. The positions are Special Projects
Grant Administrator, three Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) positions, and a Motor Pool
Mechanic.
City Manager Marsh stated that starting in the fall of 2018, the City Council and Staff worked to
develop plans that articulate a future vision for the community. These plans considered everyone who
lives, works, and visits Madison Heights and centered on developing a solid tax base to allow us to
build a strong community and provide services at superior levels. These priorities guide the budget
process and include Public Safety, Infrastructure/Capital Assets, Quality of Life, Economic
Development, Financial Stability, and Sustainability.
Public Safety
City Manager Marsh noted that Public Safety is key to having a vibrant community. This budget
continues that commitment to a safe community by funding traffic safety improvements at $50,000.
This is in addition to the $50,000 included in the current budget. Staffing levels in the Fire Department
are being increased to help meet the demand for calls. The FY 2025 budget includes the addition of
three Emergency Medical Technicians in a new program we are working with the Union to create,
which will help meet the hiring demand and train the next generation of employees. These EMTs will
be available for services on a 40-hour week schedule during our traditional peak call time, Monday –
Friday. Funding for this staffing is being covered by the increase in revenue from Ambulance Services
of $200,000 and General Fund operating millage. Court building security replacement is included at
$42,000. This security equipment was originally purchased in 2002 to screen all parties entering the
courthouse to ensure the safety of the public and court staff. Also included in the budget are Phase 2
of a technology network upgrade and mobile device management, funded at $145,000. This is needed
to secure our computer network with equipment upgrades and training.
Infrastructure
City Manager Marsh stated that maintenance and upgrades to our capital assets and infrastructure are
also key components for a vibrant community. This includes ensuring that our buildings, roads, and
water/sewer mains are maintained. The FY 2025 budget includes the Police Department Building
HVAC boiler replacement budgeted at $200,000 combined with the $650,000 we have saved over the
prior two years. Phase 1 savings for the Fire Station #1 Roof Replacement project includes an initial
$200,000 allocated to a total of $900,000 needed for the entire roof replacement endeavor. Major and
Local streets are budgeted at $1.7 million, including Phase 3 savings for John R Overlay of $500,000.
Quality of Life
City Manager Marsh commented that Quality of Life is the City’s third priority for funding. This
includes Library services, Parks, Recreation, and the Active Adult Center. The FY 2024 Budget
currently includes $1.4 million for park improvements, which will take the remainder of FY 2024 and
most of FY 2025 to complete. This is in addition to the complete renovation of Ambassador Park,
where Oakland County Parks and Recreation is working with the City to create a premier
multigenerational recreation space. Due to the time needed to complete these projects, additional
capital projects in the parks are not being budgeted in FY 2025. In March 2021, the City finalized the
5-year Parks and Recreation Master Plan. Since then, the City has invested over $2.7 million in our
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park system and completed most projects in the Master Planning document. Considering that the five
years is also up at the end of this calendar year, the FY 2025 budget includes $25,000 to fund a new
Parks and Recreation Master Plan, which allows us to continue to take advantage of grant opportunities
through the State of Michigan and Oakland County.
Economic Development
Economic Development is the fourth priority and spans both the General Fund and Downtown
Development Budgets commented City Manager Marsh. Economic development activity in the
General Fund is status quo as we work to complete our Redevelopment Ready status and focus on
several new opportunities, such as the redevelopment of East Ten Mile (former Sayers property).
Developing a walkable business district has been a focus for our Downtown Development Authority.
Over the past year, staff and the DDA have worked on the development of the streetscape plan. The
FY 2025 budget for DDA includes $400,000 as implementation funding for the 11 Mile Streetscaping
Project. We are hopeful this budget can be used as a grant matches. As part of this overall streetscape
plan, the DDA budget also includes increased funding to be made available for facade grants to
businesses.
Special Funding
City Manager Marsh discussed a major economic development tool we have utilized: the establishment
of marijuana facility licenses throughout our community. Staff will present a comprehensive report
related to marijuana facilities, in general, later this year, but this funding does assist the City financially
in meeting our general obligations. Since 2019, the City has collected over $1.1 million from marijuana
facility businesses. This includes facility license fees, donations, and revenue sharing from the State.
All these facilities have also increased taxable value by redeveloping existing dilapidated properties.
In addition, these businesses have donated to the Progress Forward - Community Advisory Board in
an amount of over $500,000. This funding is applied for through a grant process and has been utilized
to fund the Food Panty, community events such as Trail Tunes and Juneteenth, bike fix-it stations and
backstops in the parks, murals, disc golf – for a full list of items the Progress Forward - Community
Advisory Board has funded visit our website. At www.Madison-heights.org Progress Forward.
Financial Stability
City Manager Marsh noted that Financial Stability and Efficient City Services has always been a
priority in the city. As such, we have taken several steps to deal with one of our major financial
challenges that continue to hinder our ability to fully restore services to pre-recession: the legacy cost
of Police and Fire pensions. As detailed in the strategic plan, the FY 2025 budget continues to address
the City’s funding of the Police and Fire Pension. As of June 30, 2023 actuarial report, this fund was
only 55% funded. However, the City applied for and received a Protecting MI Pension Grant for $3.6
million for pension contributions and has budgeted additional contributions of $3 million for both FY
2024 and FY 2025. With this additional funding, we are hopeful to reach funding of 65%-70% by June
30, 2025.
Sustainability
Two years ago, City Manager Marsh noted that the City Council added a sixth priority area –
Sustainability. Since that time, staff have made strides to move the City forward. We have participated
in the Michigan Green Communities Challenge and recently received Silver status. With the recent
renovation, we have updated the mechanical equipment in our Civic Center Complex and started
benchmarking energy usage/savings through the City facilities. We applied for and were awarded a
Sustainability Planning grant through EGLE to create the City’s first sustainability Master Plan, which
was just presented in draft form to the Environmental Citizen Committee two weeks ago and will be
finalized and presented to the City Council by the end of May. We have become a Tree City receiving
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our award for 4 years in a row just last week. Which helps us take advantage of grant opportunities for
tree planting, planning over 500 in the past 5 years. The FY 2025 budget includes an additional $30,000
to continue expanding the tree canopy in Madison Heights. We have also applied for and were recently
awarded $500,000 to create a decarbonization plan for Southeast Michigan, with our partners
Lamphere Schools, City of Ferndale, and City of Oak Park. The FY 2025 budget also includes funding
for city-wide recycling and trash bin program in the amount of $1 million. This program is partially
grant-funded with over $500,000 coming from the Recycling Partnership and EGLE and $538,000
coming from the General Fund.
General Fund
Finance Director Kunath noted that due to strong financial management, our city survived the worst
economic decline in our history and has emerged with solid financial reserves across significant funds,
allowing us to use this reserve to make much-needed investments in our community. As of June 30,
2023, the General Fund’s unreserved but assigned fund balance was $11.5 million, with a planned use
of fund balance in FY 2024 of $2.0 million and no use of fund balance projected in FY 2025 budget.
The city has a fund balance policy requiring a minimum fund balance of 16% of operating expenses
plus one year of debt payments. For FY 2025, the minimum fund balance will be approximately $8
million. This budget meets that reserve policy by maintaining a fund balance estimated at the end of
FY 2025 to be $9.5 million.
Special Funding - Grants
Since starting strategic planning, Finance Director Kunath stated that one of our guiding principles has
been to seek alternative funding for budgeted services and projects when possible. We do a great job
advocating for funding, researching options, and reaching out to federal and state representatives as
well as private partners to ensure they understand our needs and priorities. While a few of these projects
are “wish list” items and would never have been completed without grant funding, over $700,000 are
for items that we would need to fund from General Fund revenues if grants were not applied for and
awarded, such as $525,000 for ballfield light replacements in FY 2025.
Other Funds – Major Streets and Local Streets
Finance Director Kunath stated that Major Streets construction is proposed in the amount of $1.4
million and includes $500,000 for 5-year phase funding of John R road, as well as sectional and street
repairs.
Local Streets construction is proposed in the amount of $1.9 million and includes four road millage
projects as well as concrete replacement and street repairs. It is important to note that the local roads
millage expires in 2026 and we will have to go out to a vote for R-4 in August 2026 to continue our
neighborhood road projects.
Other Funds – Water and Sewer
In the Water and Sewer Fund, Ms. Kunath stated that $1.3 million is budgeted for water main
replacement and additional funding for a sanitary sewer rehabilitation program. In addition, the City is
receiving a 3.06% increase from our water supplier and an anticipated 4% increase for water and sewer
treatment. In order to pay for construction and for these third-party increases, we will adjust water and
sewer rates to our end users by 4.02%. Further, the city has an extensive 5-year capital improvement
plan that details water main replacement needs for the current and next five years. In order to maintain
our replacement and repair of water mains the City will need to consider additional increases to the
rates and or taking a loan for repairs. Finance Director Kunath noted that even with this 4.02% increase,
Madison Heights still has some of the lowest rates in our region. Based on the consumption average of
12 units (748 gallons of water/unit) Madison Heights’ average bill is $132 per quarter.
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Finance Director Kunath concluded by stating the City takes pride in its sound financial management,
prudent allocation of resources, and steadfast commitment to long-term planning. This proposed
budget continues to address evolving conditions and is a statement of our adaptability and resilience.
Together, we are witnessing the fruition of our collective efforts, bringing success to our community.
Mayor Grafstein invited the City Council to discuss the proposed budget.
In response to Councilman Soltis’ question, Finance Director Kunath stated that Troy and Warren have
lower water and sewer rates because they supplement their fund from other general funds.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Bliss’ question, City Manager Marsh noted that the money allocated
for Special Projects in previous budget cycles have been used for grant matches. Currently there is
$50,000 budgeted for the fiscal year. Mayor Pro Tem Bliss stated that he would like to see the Special
Projects budget grow and possibly set aside funds for other areas as well.
In response to Councilman Fleming’s question, Finance Director Kunath stated that the sewer rate
increase is specifically related to the George W Kuhn Drain. City Manager Marsh added that staff are
meeting on this topic tomorrow with Oakland County; however, most of the increase can be attributed
to increases in their operational costs which are passed on to the users.
In response to Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Fire Chief Lelito stated the administration is meeting with the
union to move forward on the new EMT positions incorporated into the budget. The goal is to have a
4th rescue unit available during peak call volume periods. The City is looking to hire three medically
trained personnel to staff the unit. This is a new idea to help address the increase in run volume. While
it is in the infancy of the planning stages, we are willing to try this new approach and are still
negotiating with the union. Chief Lelito estimated that approximately 84% of runs are EMS related
calls. These positions will help to provide the same level of trained professionals for medical runs, but
this staff won’t respond to fires.
In response to Councilor Rohrbach, DPS Director Ballantine confirmed that the John R overlay will
be for the City owned portion from 11 Mile Road north to approximately Dartmouth Street and will be
done in Fiscal Year 2026. Anything north of that is County owned, which they are planning on doing
in Fiscal Year 2025. The 11 Mile Sectional will be east of the DDA section, starting around Nanton.
Dequindre is a Macomb County road and maintained by Macomb County Road Commission. We have
had communications with them regarding the condition of Dequindre; however, currently, Macomb
County does not have it on their capital plans.
Councilor Wright confirmed that this budget includes the three EMT positions, but not the Deputy Fire
Chief position. City Manager Marsh stated that the three EMT positions are included but they have to
be negotiated with the union. We did originally include the Deputy Fire Chief position in the budget,
but it is not included in its entirety at this time. The City knows that we will have to add a position if
we obtain Ground Emergency Management funding from the federal government as it will be an
administrative lift on the department to implement the program, but we can’t say for certain when this
funding will become available.
In response to Councilman Soltis’ question, Chief Lelito stated that the EMS positions will be medics.
In addition, the City is hoping that these positions will also serve as a feeder program for recruitment
for the Fire Department.
City Manager Marsh advised that under the City Charter, the Council does have to adopt the budget at
their May 13th meeting, so if there are any questions or changes, they need to be made soon to give
staff the time to implement them.
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Councilman Mier expressed thanks to City Manager Marsh, Finance Director Kunath, and the
Department Heads for all the hard work in putting this budget together. A $66 million dollars budget
is a lot of work. He stated that while he didn't have a lot of questions this evening, he had several hours
of discussion with City Manager Marsh going over the numbers prior to this meeting.
MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk Rottmann read Jerry Campbell's email comment requesting that
vehicles be prohibited from parking on the apron and from blocking the sidewalk at 1596 W. 13 Mile
Road due to visibility issues.
CM-24-87. Consent Agenda.
Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as read.
Motion made by Councilman Mier, Seconded by Councilor Wright.
Voting Yea: Mayor Grafstein, Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Councilman Fleming, Councilman
Mier, Councilor Rohrbach, Councilman Soltis, Councilor Wright
Motion carried.
CM_24-88. Autism Acceptance Month Proclamation.
Motion to approve the Autism Acceptance Month Proclamation.
Motion made by Councilman Mier, Seconded by Councilor Wright.
Voting Yea: Mayor Grafstein, Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Councilman Fleming, Councilman
Mier, Councilor Rohrbach, Councilman Soltis, Councilor Wright
Motion carried.
CM-24-89. City Council Special Meeting Minutes of April 8, 2024.
Motion to approve the City Council Special Meeting Minutes of April 8, 2024, as printed.
Motion made by Councilman Mier, Seconded by Councilor Wright.
Voting Yea: Mayor Grafstein, Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Councilman Fleming, Councilman
Mier, Councilor Rohrbach, Councilman Soltis, Councilor Wright
Motion carried.
CM-24-90. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of April 8, 2024.
Motion to approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of April 8, 2024, as printed.
Motion made by Councilman Mier, Seconded by Councilor Wright.
Voting Yea: Mayor Grafstein, Mayor Pro Tem Bliss, Councilman Fleming, Councilman
Mier, Councilor Rohrbach, Councilman Soltis, Councilor Wright
Motion carried.
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COUNCIL COMMENTS:
Councilman Mier wished a Happy Passover next week to those who celebrate. He stated that horrible
things are going on overseas, but hopefully you can find some joy as you celebrate. The ITAC and
Library Advisory Board are having meetings next week. He stated that he is glad the City honored
Michael Sheppard, Telecommunicators, Animal Control Officers, and recognized Autism Acceptance
Month. Thanks to all those that worked on the budget. He commented that he would like to see more
inclusive events in the City. He stated the Historical Commission did a great job on the History of
Music presentation.
Mayor Pro Tem Bliss expressed thanks to the Council and for the work of staff for the 2024 naming
honorees coming from the Historical Commission. There are always more deserving people that we
should honor, but with the help of the Historical Commission, staff, and Council, we will keep chipping
away at it. He noted that there is a minimum requirement of serving in an elected capacity for over a
decade to even be qualified. He commented that he believes the most exciting part of honoring these
individuals is seeing the families and members of the communities at the unveiling event. These
ceremonies are a great time to share memories and inspire the next generation. The History of Music
presentation tonight was a great time and featured phenomenal speakers. For those interested, the
presentation was recorded, and it can be found on YouTube. He conveyed his thanks to the staff for
their work on the budget and stated that he can say that this is the best budget that he has seen since
being on Council. The tax millage is down, there is a record setting amount of money from outside of
taxes - $2.5 million in grants, cannabis contributes $1.5 million to the budget, funding things like public
safety and quality of life initiatives, and the City is maintaining a healthy fund balance. If anyone has
any questions on the budget, please reach out.
Councilor Wright expressed kudos on the Historical Commission event noting that it is awesome when
we celebrate the history of the City together. He stated that he also wants to acknowledge those silent
heroes that may not be known enough to get their name on the wall, they all have made contributions
to making this a great community. April is National Minority Health Month, focusing on the disparities
that are in our natural health network and he wanted to bring attention to it. Please remember to be
kind.
City Attorney Sherman congratulated the Historical Commission on the History of Music
presentation. Kudos to the Historical Commission on their recommendations on honoring these
outstanding public servants tonight. Ed Swanson was prince of a guy who loved people and did an
outstanding job. Elva Mills was a leader on the Council and on the Madison School Board. You never
had to guess where she stood because she would tell you. Lynn Ross was a tremendous
Councilmember, the glue on City Council during some turbulent times in the mid-1980s to 1990s. He
was extremely well read and made informed decisions. Rich Clark had a passion for seniors and served
as a mentor for others on Council. They all deserve this honor and will be remembered because of
their devotion to the City.
City Manager Marsh expressed her thanks to the staff for all their hard work on the budget. She noted
that tonight’s budget presentation will be available on the City’s website.
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk Rottmann had no comments this evening.
Councilor Rohrbach stated thank you to the staff for their work on budget. April 20th is the Madison
Heights 5K. She reminded those who are doing spring clean up to not completely clear out their brush
due to small pollinators still living there. They live in that environment until it is steadily over 50
degrees. Brush pickup day is the week of May 6th, and she encourages participation. On May 18th the
Friends of Library Book Sale will be in the Breckenridge Room. The price of books is by donation.
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May 11th is the Spring Clean. Items such as bricks, tires, drywall etc. can be brought to the DPS for
disposal.
Councilman Fleming had no comments this evening.
Councilman Soltis reminisced about a story with Mayor Swanson after he was first elected and his
advice for him to always wear a tie. The Senior Trip to Lansing is May 1st. Please call the City
Manager’s office or himself to sign up. He thanked Councilor Rohrbach for her planting clean up tip.
Mayor Grafstein echoed thanks to City Manager Marsh and the Department Heads for their budget
work. She congratulated Adam Owczarzak on his new City position. The DDA meeting is tomorrow
morning at 8 a.m., please join us. She noted that the rates of diagnosis for autism are going up and
there are 50,000 people diagnosed in Michigan alone. There is no cure, but this is not necessarily a
disability; people are just neurodivergent. She also stated that she too would like to see some additional
programming for those with different abilities. Please let her know if you have any programming
ideas. She stated that she is personally looking forward to Mayor Swanson's naming ceremony, noting
he married her many years ago. The next meeting of the City Council is May 13th.
ADJOURNMENT:
Having no further business, Mayor Grafstein adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
Roslyn Grafstein, Mayor Cheryl E. Rottmann, City Clerk
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Agenda
CITY OF MADISON HEIGHTS
CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 300 W. 13 MILE RD.
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
APRIL 15, 2024 AT 7:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
INVOCATION and PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - COUNCILMAN FLEMING
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:
1. Additions/Deletions
PRESENTATIONS
2. Certificate of Recognition for Michael Sheppard
3. National Telecommunicators Week Proclamation
4. National Animal Control Officer Week Proclamation
5. City Manager - Presentation of the FY 2025 and FY 2026 Proposed Budget
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
ITEMS ON AGENDA OF INTEREST TO PARTIES IN THE AUDIENCE
MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC:
CONSENT AGENDA:
6. Autism Acceptance Month Proclamation
7. City Council Special Meeting Minutes of April 8, 2024, as printed.
8. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of April 8, 2024, as printed.
COMMUNICATIONS:
REPORTS:
9. Historical Commission -Proposed Naming of the Soccer Complex, Rosie's Park Pavilion, the
City Hall Executive Conference Room, and the Active Adult Billiards Room
ITEMS FOR FUTURE PUBLIC HEARINGS:
BID AWARDS/PURCHASES:
ORDINANCES:
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
MINUTES:
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
ADJOURNMENT
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