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September 12, 2019
Michigan Department of State
Office of the Great Seal
Richard H. Austin Building, 1st Floor
430 W. Allegan
Lansing, MI 48918
Dear Office of the Great Seal:
On April 2, 2019 the Board of Commissioners for Oakland County entered into an agreement per MR #19071 –
Corporation Counsel – FY 2019 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant Program Acceptance.
As required by Urban Cooperation Act 7 of 1967 - MCL 124.510(4), a copy of the signed agreement with the County of
Oakland and the City of Southfield, and the authorizing Board of Commissioners Resolution are enclosed for filing by your
office.
Send confirmation of receipt of this agreement to:
Mr. Joseph Rozell, Director of Elections
Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds
County Service Center, Building #14 East
1200 N. Telegraph Rd.
Pontiac, MI 48341
(Please include our Miscellaneous Resolution number on the confirmation of receipt letter for filing purposes.)
Contact our office at (248) 858-0564 if you have any questions regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
COUNTY OF OAKLAND
Joseph J. Rozell, CERA
Director of Elections
Cc: Pat Davis, Corporation Counsel, Oakland County
Donna Dyer, Corporation Counsel, Oakland County
Sherikia Hawkins, Clerk, City of Southfield
Enclosures
Memo
To: Pat Davis, Oakland County Corporation Counsel
From: Wendy McBride, Oakland County Clerk’s Office – Elections Division
cc: Donna Dyer, Oakland County Corporation Counsel
Date: September 12, 2019
Re: MR #19071 – FY 2019 Michigan Indigent Defense Grant Program
City of Southfield
On April 2, 2019 the Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted MR #19071
– Corporation Counsel – FY 2019 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant
Program Acceptance. Copies of these documents are attached for your records.
They have been filed with the Office of the Great Seal.
If you have any questions, please call me at 248-858-5823.
Memo
To: Sherikia Hawkins, Clerk, City of Southfield
From: Wendy McBride, Oakland County Clerk’s Office – Elections Division
cc:
Date: August 29, 2019
Re: MR #19071 – Interlocal Agreement for MIDC Grant Application Services
with Oakland County
On April 2, 2019 the Oakland County Board of Commissioners adopted MR #19071 –
Corporation Counsel – FY 2019 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant Program
Acceptance. Copies of these documents are enclosed for your records. They have been filed
with the Office of the Great Seal.
If you have any questions, please call me at 248-858-5823.
Approved
June 17, 2019
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTHFIELD
May 20, 2019
INDEX
RESOLUTION TOPIC PAGE(S)
***** Letter of Intent – ESK Investments Inc,/Northland Chrysler ......................1
***** Truck-Lite Co., LLC seeking Application for Industrial
Facilities Exemption Certificate ..................................................................2
***** Brownfield Redevelopment Plan & Tax Increment
Financing Plan and Development & Reimbursement
Agreement for Truck-Lite Co. LLC......................................................... 2-3
***** Historic District Designation for former Reynolds
Aluminum Building .....................................................................................3
***** Amendment to permit duration of Solicitor and
Vendor Licenses...........................................................................................4
***** Location Change of Precint 16&20 Brace-Lederle School to
St. George Romanian Orthodox Cathedral ..................................................4
***** Authorization to enter into a Interlocal Agreement between
Oakland County and City of Southfield regarding grant
Application services for MIDC continuing education
Requirements between Oakland County and City of
Southfield ................................................................................................. 4-5
***** Authorization for Artistic Director Services for
Rhythm and Rhymes Music Festival ...........................................................5
***** Amendment to City Council Procedures –
Request for Recognition ..............................................................................6
REGULAR MEETING 2 MAY 20, 2019
RESOLUTION TOPIC PAGE(S)
2019.128 Pursuant to Section 8(e) of the Open Meetings Act
Council adjourned to a Closed Session to discuss
Faye Atkins v. City of Southfield, Case No.
18-167774-NO .............................................................................................6
2019.129 Council reconvened into Open Session .......................................................7
2019.130 PRESENTATION of Joint Resolution – 100th
Anniversary of Woman’s Suffrage Passage of the 19th
Amendment of the US Constitution ......................................................... 7-8
2019.131 PRESENTATION of Joint Resolution – Southfield
Christian Boys Basketball Team 2018-2019 Season
Division IV State Championship Win ..................................................... 8-9
2019.132 APPROVE minutes of the Regular Meeting of
May 13, 2019 ...............................................................................................9
2019.133 APPROVE Letter of Intent – ESK Investments Inc/
Northland Chrysler................................................................................. 9-10
2019.134 APPROVE Truck-Lite Co., LLC seeking Application for
Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate ................................................10
2019.135 APPROVE Brownfield Redevelopment Plan & Tax
Increment Financing Plan and Development &
Reimbursement Agreement for Truck-Lite Co., LLC for
Public Hearing ...........................................................................................10
2019.136 APPROVE Proposed Resolution for Extension of
Moratorium with regard to Sex Doll Brothels ...........................................10
2019.137 APPROVE Proposed Resolution for Extension of
Moratorium with regard to Michigan Regulation &
Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA) .....................................................11
2019.138 APPROVE Reynolds Aluminum Building Historic
Designation Referral ..................................................................................11
2019.139 APPROVE Precinct Change for 16&20 Brace-Lederle
School to St. George Romanian Orthodox Cathedral ................................11
REGULAR MEETING 3 MAY 20, 2019
RESOLUTION TOPIC PAGE(S)
2019.140 APPROVE Authorization to enter into a interlocal
Agreement between Oakland County and City of
Southfield regarding grant application services for
MIDC continuing legal education requirements between
Oakland County and the City of Southfield ...............................................12
2019.141 APPROVE Authorization for Artistic Director
Services for Rhythm and Rhymes Music Festival .....................................12
2019.142 APPROVE Use of Northland Property for Temporary
Concrete Batch Plant..................................................................................13
2019.143 APPROVE Amendment to City Council Procedures –
Request for Recognition ...................................................................... 13-16
2019.144 APPROVE PZR19-0003, Rezoning Request of
RangeComm Development, on behalf of owner, Chand
Professional Properties, to rezone 3.59 acres of land to
OS Office Service, property located at Sidwell Parcels
2426-151-007 and -007 on the east side of Evergreen
Road between Noel Drive and the M-10 Freeway............................... 16-17
2019.145 INTRODUCE Ordinance No. 1703, Rezoning
Request for Chand Professional Properties, PZR19-0003 .........................17
2019.146 APPROVE PSP19-0003 Site Plan Review Request of
RangeComm Development, on behalf of owner, Chand
Professional Properties, to construct a 24,000 gsf, skilled
nursing facility with 24 beds (expandable to 36 beds
in phase 2) with associated parking, property located at
Sidwell Parcels 2426-151-006 and -007 ............................................. 17-19
***** COMMUNICATIONS Portion ............................................................ 19-20
***** COUNCIL Portion .....................................................................................20
***** ADMINISTRATION Portion ....................................................................20
2019.147 ACCEPT City Attorney Recommendation
Regarding Case Evaluation ........................................................................20
Approved
June 17, 2019
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTHFIELD
MINUTES
May 20, 2019
The meeting of the Council convened at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Conference Room and then
moved into the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield,
Michigan, with Council President Lloyd Crews in the Chair. PRESENT: Council Members: Lloyd
Crews, Donald Fracassi, Michael Ari Mandelbaum, and Linnie Taylor EXCUSED: Daniel
Brightwell, Tawnya Morris ALSO PRESENT: Deputy City Clerk Nicole Humphries, City
Attorney Elizabeth Rae-O’Donnell and City Administrator Fred Zorn. There being a quorum,
Council was in session.
**** Letter of Intent – ESK Investments Inc./Northland Chrysler
ESK Investments Inc., (“ESK”) is a real estate holding company d/b/a Northland Chrysler Dodge
Jeep Ram. ESK will hold the real estate assets (land and building) while Northland Chrysler will
own the dealership business. Northland Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is a FCA franchised dealer
which sells and services new and used Chrysler Dodge Jeep and Ram vehicles. ESK is requesting
authorization to enter into a non-binding “Letter of Intent to Purchase” Property at the former
Northland Mall. The Northland Steering Committee recommended moving forward with the ESK
request.
ESK is interested in purchasing a total of approximately plus/minus 6.0 acres in the southeast
quadrant of the property adjacent to Greenfield road and Northland Drive. ESK is interested in
building a new 64,000 square foot sales and service dealership on the property. ESK and the City
(Seller) agree the property is being sold in it’s present “as-is” physical condition. Authorized
Letter of Intent to Purchase give both the City and ESK the ability to negotiate, within sixty (60)
days, mutually acceptable Purchase Agreement(s) based upon the parameters outlined in the
Letter(s) of Intent. Said Purchase Agreement(s) will be brought before Council for approval.
Following acceptance of this ‘Letter of Intent to Purchase’, Purchaser and Seller, through their
respective attorneys, shall, within sixty (60) days, negotiate and execute a mutually acceptable
Purchase Agreement based upon the parameters of a purchase price of plus/minus $1,372,140.00
($5.25.00/SF of land) further stipulating that a refundable deposit of $10,000.00 shall be paid upon
the signing of the Purchase Agreement. Thereafter, Seller would agree to provide Purchaser a
period of 120 days to conduct all due diligence deemed necessary to purchase the property which
may be extended for an additional ninety (90) days at the election of the Purchaser. If Purchaser
elects to cancel the Purchase Agreement after the due diligence period, 100% of the deposit will
be returned to the Purchaser and the parties will be released from further obligations to each other
under the agreement.
REGULAR MEETING 2 MAY 20, 2019
It is recommended that Council adopt a resolution approving a non-binding Letter of Intent to
purchase plus/minus 6.0 acres outside of the former Northland Mall property and giving the city,
through its attorneys, 60 days to negotiate and execute a mutually acceptable Purchase Agreement
to be brought back to City Council for approval.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the Consent Agenda for approval.
**** Truck-Lite Co., LLC is seeking Application for Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate
Truck-Lite Co., LLC has submitted a request for an Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate for
the future home of its corporate campus within Oakland Commons area at 21700 Civic Center
Drive. An Industrial Development District for the Oakland Commons has been approved by the
City Council on February 27, 2017. This request is to seek a real property tax exemption as
provided under Michigan Public Act 198, as amended, to facilitate construction of their future
headquarters.
Truck-Lite Co., LLC was established in 1955 when the founder George Baldwin tackled the
problem of a short life of the trailer lights. Truck-Lite continues to grow and innovate from the
first sealed stop/turn/tail light. Today, Truck-Lite has expanded into an international company
with over 3,000 employees and over $500 million in revenues.
To meet the demand for talent, Truck-Lite conducted a national search to determine the ideal
location for their facility; Southfield was number one on the list. Truck-Lite is considering making
an $10,000,000 investment in a new 48,000 square feet headquarters and research & development
center in the Southfield. Truck-Lite will be working with Oakland County Michigan Works
Southfield to hire to 95 new employees.
The estimated cost for development is $10,000,000. Exemption of taxes on the new investment is
requested for twelve (12) years beginning in 2020. The anticipated amount of City taxes to be
abated is $400,000 over the 12-year period 2020-2032. It is recommended that Council conduct a
Public Hearing on Monday, June 17, 2019, to consider a request for assistance for Truck-Lite Co.
LLC approval of Industrial Development Certificate for 50% real property tax exemption as
provided under Michigan Public Act 198, as amended.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the Consent Agenda for approval.
**** Brownfield Redevelopment Plan & Tax Increment Financing Plan and Development &
Reimbursement Agreement for Truck-Lite Co. LLC
City staff is in receipt of a request from Truck-Lite Co. LLC for approval of their Brownfield
Redevelopment Plan & Tax Increment Financing Plan and Development & Reimbursement
Agreement for Truck-Lite Co. LLC Headquarters and Research & Development Center. This
project serves as a positive example of the City of Southfield contribution to the economic
comeback of Southeast Michigan. Truck-Lite is seeking to redevelop a vacant, contaminated
parcel in the Southfield City Centre, assisting with this project will ultimately enhance the City’s
tax base and will allow the City to create a Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund for future
environmental site remediation and demolition.
REGULAR MEETING 3 MAY 20, 2019
The Project will lead to the redevelopment of the former Bendix property located at 21700 Civic
Center Drive into a corporate headquarters and research & development center for Truck-Lite Co.
LLC. Truck-Lite Co., LLC was established in 1955 when the founder George Baldwin tackled the
problem of a short life of the trailer lights. Truck-Lite continues to grow and innovate from the
first sealed stop/turn/tail light. Today, Truck-Lite has expanded into an international company
with over 3,000 employees and over $500 million in revenues.
The purpose of this Brownfield Plan is to provide assistance for the redevelopment 21700 Civic
Center Drive, by identifying reimbursable eligible expenses including the following:
environmental assessments, addressing contaminated soils, demolition, infrastructure
Improvements, site Preparation, and preparation and implementation of a Brownfield Plan and Act
381 Work Plan.
All activities are intended to be “Eligible Activities” under the Brownfield Redevelopment
Financing Act. The total estimated cost of Eligible Activities subject to repayment or
reimbursement from tax increment revenues is approximately $1,427,930. In addition to the
Eligible Activities described above, this Plan includes capture of local available taxes for 4 years
following developer reimbursement for the Local Site Remediation Revolving Fund (LSRRF)
totaling approximately $292,933 and an administrative fee totaling $186,863 over the life of the
plan.
On May 9, 2019, the Southfield Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (SBRA) recommended
approval of the Brownfield Redevelopment for Truck-Lite Co. LLC in accordance with the
provisions of the Brownfield Redevelopment Financing Act; P.A. 381 of 1996, as amended. It is
recommended that Council conduct a Public Hearing on Monday, June 17, 2019 for a Brownfield
Plan and tax increment financing plan as proposed by Truck-Lite Co. LLC and a Tax Increment
Financing Plan of Public Act 381 of 1996, as amended.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the Consent Agenda for approval.
**** Historic District Designation for former Reynolds Aluminum Building
The Planning Department discussed with Council the process of enacting historic district
designation for the former Reynolds Aluminum Building. This building, designed by world
renowned architect Minoru Yamasaki in 1959, is considered architecturally significant on an
international level and is representative of the Modernism movement of the 50’s and 60’s. It served
as the regional sales office for Reynolds Aluminum Corporation and features anodized aluminum
screens to control sunlight.
The presentation provided an overview of the building’s architecture, current status and the historic
district designation process through the City’s historic district ordinance.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the Consent Agenda for approval.
REGULAR MEETING 4 MAY 20, 2019
**** Amendment to permit duration of Solicitor and Vendor Licenses
The City Clerk’s office has requested that the permit duration for both the solicitor and vendor
licenses be amended. The current ordinances state that solicitor and vendor permits are valid for
one (1) year. The Legislative Committee heard the concerns of the Clerk’s office and consensus
was reached to amend the permit duration requirements.
Proposed ordinance amendments that would:
Amend Chapter 84, Solicitors, Section 7.608, stipulating that Solicitation permits issued under this
Chapter shall be valid for 90 days, unless an earlier expiration date is noted on the permit.
Amend Chapter 72, Vendors, Section 7.54, duration, stipulating that vendor permits issued under
this Chapter shall be valid for 90 days, unless an earlier expiration date is noted on the license.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the June 17, 2019 Agenda for approval.
**** Location Change of Precinct 16 & 20 Brace-Lederle School to St. George Romanian
Orthodox Cathedral
The Office of the City Clerk completed a needs assessment of several precinct locations within the
City. After reviewing the Brace-Lederle School location, it was determined that a location change
was necessary. The purpose behind the location change is for improvement in amenities for voters
in the said precinct. The change in location will only be two tenths of a mile making it convenient
for all voters impacted. On February 28, 2019, The Southfield Election Commission concurred
with the recommendation of the City Clerk and voted in favor of the location change.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the Consent Agenda for approval.
**** Authorization to enter into a Interlocal Agreement between Oakland County and City of
Southfield regarding grant application services for MIDC continuing legal education
requirements between Oakland County and the City of Southfield
The Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) was created by State legislation in 2013
after an advisory commission recommended improvements to the state’s legal system. The MIDC
works to ensure the state’s public defense system is fair, cost -effective and constitutional while
simultaneously protecting public safety and accountability. The MIDC is required by statute to
develop and implement minimum standards for those providing indigent defense services and to
collect data, support compliance, administer grants, and encourage best practices to accomplish
their mission. The first four MIDC standards approved by the Department of Licensi ng and
Regulatory Affairs cover training and education of counsel, the initial client interview, use of
investigation and experts, and counsel at first appearance and other critical stages.
Although these standards affect operations of the 46th District Court, they are imposed on the City
as the funding unit, rather than on the court and fall under the responsibility of City Administration.
Over the past year and half, Administration, Finance and Legal have been working with the 46th
District Court and the MIDC to develop and submit a compliance plan for these first four standards.
The mandated continuing legal education component of the City’s compliance plan was to be
covered in Oakland County’s compliance plan.
REGULAR MEETING 5 MAY 20, 2019
By resolution dated September 24, 2018, Southfield City Council authorized the City to enter into
a grant agreement with the State of Michigan, Michigan Indigent Defense Commission,
Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for the purposes of implementing Standards 1 -4
of the MDC as mandated by the State. The City entered into the grant agreement on March 4,
2019.
The provision of mandated continuing legal education services for the City of Southfield has been
included in the County’s compliance plan. Through an interlocal agreement, Oakland County, as
grant administrator for its MIDC grant, has agreed to provide the mandated continuing legal
education services for the City of Southfield. There is no additional cost to the City for these
services as they will be provided for in the County’s MIDC grant funding.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the Consent Agenda for approval.
**** Authorization for Artistic Director services for Rhythm and Rhymes Music Festival
On July 20, 2019, the City of Southfield Parks and Recreation department, in partnership with
Oakland County and the City of Oak Park, will host the 2nd Annual Rhythm and Rhymes Music
Festival. This co-sponsored event will further the Parks and Recreation department’s stated
mission to provide excellence in cultural services and enhance the quality of life for Southfield’s
total population while maintaining fiscal responsibility. The City will leverage $9,500 of dedicated
funding and $20,500 in sponsorship revenues to provide a high-quality experience commensurate
with the level of service our residents have come to expect. To ensure a successful event, the City
would like to engage the services of Alexander Zonjic of Hi-Falutin’ Music as our Artistic
Director.
Mr. Zonjic’s services will include:
Working with the Rhythm & Rhymes committee to identify and secure five acts for
the festival
Negotiate all contracts and agreement with artists and performers
Provide all production for the festival including professional staging, all backline
equipment, lighting stage hands and lighting personnel and services
Coordinate transportation and accommodations for headline acts
Arrange for announcers/Emcees to introduce acts
Promotion and marketing of the festival including design of marketing assets, creation
and distribution of press releases and production and voice for radio and television
spots
Aid in creation of sponsorship opportunities
The Parks and Recreation department will be responsible for approving all acts, securing vendors,
assisting with marketing and providing customary logistics support (fencing, security, tents, tables
chairs, electrical power, etc.). The total cost of the contract is $30,000. The City will utilize $9,500
of dedicated funding provided in the Community Promotion account (208-551-5101-38800) and
$15,000 in co-sponsorship funds from Oakland County and $5,500 from additional sponsors.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the Consent Agenda for approval.
REGULAR MEETING 6 MAY 20, 2019
**** Amendment to City Council Procedures – Request for Recognition
The City Attorney’s office and the City Clerk’s office are requesting an amendment to the City
Council Procedures pertaining to the Request for Recognition form. The proposed amendment
was regarding rule 4 in the City Council Procedures. A person shall have the option to address
Council at a regular or special meeting under the Communications portion of the agenda or at a
regular or special meeting conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole meeting. To facilitate
communication, a written request to address Council may be submitted online via the City’s
webpage under City Council Procedures Request for Recognition form up until noon on the same
day as the scheduled Council meeting. Additionally, up until the start of the scheduled Council
meeting, persons wishing to address Council will have an opportunity to do so via a written sign-
up sheet located directly outside the City Council Chambers.
The Southfield City Council has established the following Rules of Procedure for all speakers:
No speaker may make personal or impertinent attacks upon any officer, employee, or City Council
member or other Elected Official, that is unrelated to the manner in which the officer, employe e,
or City Council member or other Elected Official, performs his or her duties.
No person shall use threatening, abusive language or hate speech when addressing the City
Council. Any person who violates this section shall be directed by the presiding officer to be
orderly and silent. If a person addressing the Council refuses to become silent when so directed,
such person may be deemed by the presiding officer to have committed a “breach of the peace”
by disrupting and impeding the orderly conduct of the public meeting of the City Council and may
be ordered by the presiding officer to leave the meeting. If the person refuses to leave as directed,
the presiding officer may direct any law enforcement officer who is present to escort the violator
from the meeting.
There was consensus of Council to place this item on the Consent Agenda for approval.
**** Closed Session
2019.128 Motion by Taylor; seconded by Frasier
RESOLVED: That pursuant to Section 8(e) of the Open Meetings Act, Council
adjourned to a Closed Session to discuss Faye Atkins v. City of Southfield Case
No. 18-167774-NO
A Roll Call Vote was taken.
AYES: Crews, Fracassi, Frasier, Mandelbaum, Taylor
NAYS: None
ABSENT: Brightwell, Morris
Motion passed.
REGULAR MEETING 7 MAY 20, 2019
2019.129 Motion by Taylor; seconded by Frasier
RESOLVED: That Council does hereby reconvene into Open Session.
Motion passed.
The Regular Meeting moved into the Council Chambers and continued with the Pledge of
Allegiance.
The next item on the agenda was a Presentation of by the Parks and Recreation Department
regarding the Rhythm and Rhymes Music Festival. This free festival will take place July 20, 2019
on the front lawn of the municipal campus.
Next on the agenda was the Presentation of Joint Resolution – 100th Anniversary of Woman’s
Suffrage Passage of the 19th Amendment of the United States Constitution presented by
Councilwoman Taylor.
2019.130 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Frasier
WHEREAS, on August 26, 1920, the nation secured the right for women to vote
when the 19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States was ratified,
empowering American women and declaring for the first time that they, like men,
deserve all the rights and responsibilities of citizenship; and
WHEREAS, on June 10, 1919, Michigan women cast their vote when Michigan
voters ratified the 19th Amendment to the U. S. Constitutional; and
WHEREAS, women of every race, class and ethnic background across America
have made historical contributions to the growth and strength of the United States
in countless recorded and unrecorded ways; and
WHEREAS, five notable women, Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Clay, Lucretia
Mott, Alice Paul and Lucy Burns, along with women nationwide, initiated the most
significant women’s movement in history and despite opposition, but with strength
and determination, brought about the extraordinary accomplishment - the right to
vote; and
WHEREAS, on August 26, 2020, will mark the 100th anniversary of the passage
of the National Suffrage Amendment, the 19th Amendment of the U. S.
Constitution, guaranteeing women the right to vote; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that we the Mayor and Council of the
City of Southfield, County of Oakland, remember and celebrate the historic women
who fought for their right to vote, while recognizing the courage and inspiration of
these bold women who changed the course of history.
REGULAR MEETING 8 MAY 20, 2019
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Southfield will fly the 19th
Amendment Victory Flag from June 10, 2019 through June 14, 2019 to
commemorate the State of Michigan ratifying the 19th Amendment and from
August 24, 2020 through August 28, 2020, to commemorate the ratification of the
19th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.
Motion passed.
The next item on the agenda was a Presentation of Joint Resolution to Southfield Christian School
Boys Basketball Team 2018-2019 Season Division IV State Championship Win presented by
Council President Crews.
2019.131 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Frasier
WHEREAS, Southfield Christian School (SCS), a ministry of Highland Park
Baptist Church in Southfield, is a college-preparatory, PK-12, educational
community committed to pursuing excellence for the glory of God; and
WHEREAS, Southfield Christian first opened in 1970 and has since grown to more
than 500 students currently enrolled in grades PK-12, representing approximately
40 cities and 100 different churches from the tri-county area of metropolitan
Detroit; and
WHEREAS, the Southfield Christian Boys Basketball Team won its second
consecutive, and fifth in eight years, Division IV State Championship at the Breslin
Center in East Lansing on March 16, 2019 with the defeat of Frankfort High School
62-39; and
WHEREAS, this year’s team finished 21-6, winning 19 of their last 20 games to
help capture the school’s fifth Boys Basketball state title in the last eight years.
This year’s team statistically was the best defensive team in school history with an
aggressive defense that stymied opponents during the state tournament; and
WHEREAS, the team extended the program’s conference winning streak to 83
straight games. The team also won their eighth straight MIAC conference title, 8th
straight MHSAA district title and have now won 20 or more games for eight straight
seasons. During the Eagles amazing eight year run, the program is 181-30 overall
and 97-1 in conference play. They have won six MHSAA regional titles and played
11 games at Michigan State University for the state semifinals and finals; and
WHEREAS, the Basketball Coaches Association of Michigan (BCAM) awarded
the Boys Basketball team with honorable mention all-state honors for their overall
team GPA of 3.227; and
REGULAR MEETING 9 MAY 20, 2019
WHEREAS, this all-star team is comprised of the following players, coaches and
adminsitrators: Rahmon Scruggs (#0), Tarron Carter (#1), Ronald Johnson (#2),
Da’Jion Humphrey (#3), Khari Wilson-Ross (#4), Verian Patrick (#5), Jon Sanders
(#10), Malcolm King (#11), Noah Rheker (#14), Greg Hines (#15), CJ Sexton
(#21), Nolan Hart (#22) and Will Harahan (#35) as well as Head Coach Josh Baker,
Assistant Coaches Clennie Brundidge, Dave Hart and Earl Swift, Team Manager
Micah Slater, Athletic Director Tim Donnan, Athletic Trainer Amelia Witter, High
School Principal Alisa Ruffin and Superintendent Sue Hoffenbacher.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that we, the Mayor and Council of
the City of Southfield, County of Oakland, State of Michigan, do hereby recognize
and congratulate Southfield Christian Boys Basketball Team on winning their fifth
Division IV State Championship on March 16, 2019.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we, the Mayor and City Council, convey
our collective commendation to the Southfield Christian Boys Basketball Team
players, coaches and administrators on achieving yet another state championship of
which not only the students and staff of Southfield Christian School can be proud,
but also the entire City of Southfield.
Motion passed.
Next on the agenda was the approval of the minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 13, 2019
Two motion corrections were noted on the proposed minutes.
2019.132 Motion by Taylor; seconded by Frasier
RESOLVED: That Council does hereby approve the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of May 13, 2019, as corrected.
Motion passed.
Next on the agenda was the Consent Agenda.
Consent Item A. Letter of Intent – ESK Investments Inc, /Northland Chrysler
2019.133 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
BE IT RESOLVED: That the City Council does hereby authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk the authority to sign a non-binding Letter of Intent to Purchase with ESK
Investment, Inc. (Purchaser) for plus/minus 6.0 acres outside of the former
Northland Mall property adjacent to Greenfield Road and thereafter negotiate,
within 60 days, a mutually acceptable Purchase Agreement to be brought back to
City Council for approval.
REGULAR MEETING 10 MAY 20, 2019
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That the City Council also authorizes the Mayor
and City Clerk the authority to sign a non-binding Letter of Intent to Purchase with
ESK Investment Inc. (Purchaser) to purchase plus/minus 6.00 acres outside of the
former Northland Mall property and thereafter negotiate, within 60 days a mutually
acceptable Purchase Agreement to be brought back to City Council for approval.
Motion passed.
Consent Item B. Truck-Lite Co., LLC Application for Industrial Facilities Exemption Certificate
Request a Public Hearing
2019.134 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
RESOLVED: The Administration is requesting that City Council schedule the
required Public Hearings on Monday, June 17, 2019 an Industrial Facilities
Exemption Certificate as provided under Michigan Public Act 198, as amended.
Motion passed.
Consent Item C. Brownfield Redevelopment Plan & Tax Increment Financing Plan and
Development & Reimbursement Agreement for Truck-Lite Co. LLC, Request a Public Hearing
2019.135 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
RESOLVED: that City Council schedule the required Public Hearings on
Monday, June 17, 2019 a Brownfield Plan and tax increment financing plan as
proposed by Truck-Lite Co. LLC and a Tax Increment Financing Plan of Public
Act 381 of 1996, as amended.
Motion passed.
Consent Item D. Proposed Resolution for Extension of Moratorium with regard to Sex Doll
Brothels
2019.136 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
RESOLVED, THAT, the moratorium with regard to Sex Doll Brothels in the City,
which was adopted on December 17, 2018, be extended for an additional 162 days
from June 16, 2019 until November 25, 2019.
Motion passed.
REGULAR MEETING 11 MAY 20, 2019
Consent Item E. Proposed Resolution for Extension of Moratorium with regard to the Michigan
Regulation & Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA)
2019.137 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
RESOLVED, THAT, the moratorium with regard to recreational marihuana under
the Michigan Regulation & Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA) in the City,
which was adopted on November 26, 2018, be extended for an additional 98 days
from May 25, 2019 until August 31, 2019.
Motion passed.
Consent Item F. Reynolds Aluminum Building Historic District Designation Referral
2019.138 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
WHEREAS: The Reynolds Aluminum Building in Southfield was designed by
world renowned architect Minoru Yamasaki in 1959 and is considered
architecturally significant on an international level and is representative of the
Modernism movement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: That the Southfield City Council
authorizes the Southfield Historic District Designation Advisory Board to take the
appropriate steps to complete a study of the historical and architectural significance
of the property for possible designation as a historic district under the Southfield
Historic District Ordinance according the standards and requirements of said
ordinance.
Motion passed.
Consent Item G. Location Change of Precinct 16 & 20 Brace-Lederle School to St. George
Romanian Orthodox Cathedral
2019.139 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
BE IT RESOLVED: That Council approve the recommendation set forth by the
Southfield Election Commission to permanently move Precincts 16 & 20 from
Brace-Lederle School to St. George Romanian Orthodox Cathedral located at
18405 West Nine Mile Road, Southfield, Michigan 48075. All voters effected by
this change will receive a new voter registration card reflective of the new precinct
location. Funds are provided in the 2018-2019 for the mailing of the new voter
registration cards in the Printing & Advertising Account (101-300-3002-39000)
Motion passed.
REGULAR MEETING 12 MAY 20, 2019
Consent Item H. Authorization to enter into a Interlocal Agreement between Oakland County and
City of Southfield regarding grant application services for MIDC continuing legal education
requirements between Oakland County and the City of Southfield
2019.140 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
WHEREAS: The State of Michigan has mandated compliance with the Michigan
Indigent Defense Commission Standards 1-4 as approved by the Department of
Licensing and Regulatory Affairs; and
WHEREAS: The City of Southfield, as the funding unit for the 46th District Court,
has entered into a Grant Agreement with the State of Michigan, Michigan Indigent
Defense Commission, Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs for the
purposes of implementing Standards 1-4 of the MIDC as mandated by the State;
and
WHEREAS: Oakland County has agreed to provide continuing legal education
services for the City of Southfield, as the funding unit for the 46th District Court, as
mandated by the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Standards; therefore
BE IT RESOLVED: That the Southfield City Council does hereby authorize the
City to enter into a interlocal agreement between Oakland County and City of
Southfield regarding grant application services for MIDC continuin g legal
education requirements, for the purposes of the provision of continuing legal
education services as mandated by the State; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED: That the Mayor and the City Clerk are authorized
to sign all documents related to the interlocal agreement on behalf of the City,
following review and approval as to form by the City Attorney’s Office.
Motion passed.
Consent Item I. Authorization for Artistic Director Services for Rhythm and Rhymes Music
Festival
2019.141 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
BE IT RESOLVED: That City Council authorizes the Mayor and City Clerk to
sign the contract with Alexander Zonjic, Hi –Falutin’ Music in the amount of
$30,000 for Artistic Director services, after review by the City Attorney’s office as
to form, and that funds are provided in the Parks and Recreation Community
Promotions account (208-551-5101-38800) and through co-sponsorship with
Oakland County and other sponsors.
Motion passed.
REGULAR MEETING 13 MAY 20, 2019
Consent Item J. Use of Northland Property for Temporary Concrete Batch Plant
2019.142 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
BE IT RESOLVED: That Council authorizes Florence Cement to utilize a portion
of the Northland property for a temporary concrete batch plant for approximately
six (6) months commencing early June 2019.
Motion passed.
Consent Item K. Amendment to City Council Procedures – Request for Recognition
2019.143 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
WHEREAS, at the first meeting of the Southfield City Council (“Council”) held
on April 28, 1958, a resolution (“Resolution”) was adopted which provided that the
meetings of Council would be conducted under the procedural rules established by
Robert’s Rules of Order (“Robert’s”); and
WHEREAS, the open Meetings Act (Act 267 of the Public Acts of 1976) (“Act”)
became effective on March 31, 1977 and section 3(5) of the Act required that a
person be permitted to address a meeting of a public body under rules established
and recorded by such public body; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with said provision of the Act, the City Council
amended the Resolution on April 11, 1977 by adopting certain procedural rules
with regard to persons addressing the Council at a meeting; and
WHEREAS, the Council amended the Resolution on May 23, 1988 to incorporate
certain rules and regulations pertaining to the use of audio and video equipment by
persons attending Council meetings as permitted under Section 3(1) of the Act; and
WHEREAS, the Council amended the Resolution on January 28, 1991 to revise its
rules of procedure with regard to permitting persons to address Council during its
meetings; and
WHEREAS, the Council amended the Resolution on February 9, 1998, by
adopting certain procedural rules (Rules 1-10) contained in attached Addendum
“A” after determining that it was a “small board” within the meaning of Robert’s;
and that it did not wish to apply all of the informal rules of procedure that apply to
small boards, but instead wished to conduct its meetings using a combination of
informal rules and the more formal rules which apply to larger organizations under
Robert’s; and
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WHEREAS, Council amended the Resolution on March 26, 2001 , to allow
persons who submit written requests to address Council in advance of a Council
meeting to appear at either a Regular Meeting or a Committee-of-the-Whole
Meeting;
WHEREAS, Council amended the Resolution on May 10, 2004, to add two (2)
new procedural rules designated as Rules 11 and 12, on attached Addendum “A”;
relating to motions to reconsider and rescind, respectively;
WHEREAS, Council amended the Resolution on March 3, 2014, by modifying
Rule 5 so as to provide that persons addressing Council at its meetings shall be
limited to a period of three (3) minutes, unless such period of time is extended by
the presiding officer;
WHEREAS, Council the Council amended the Resolution on March 5, 2014 by:
i) modifying Rule 4 so as to provide that written requests of individuals who wish
to address Council shall not be submitted to the City Clerk's office more than 30
days prior to the meeting at which the individual desires to address the Council, and
ii) adding a new Rule 13 to Addendum “A” of the Council Rules of Procedure, to
provide that an item will be removed from the Consent Agenda for purposes of
discussion, at the request of any member of City Council or the Mayor.
WHEREAS Council has now determined that it wishes to amend the Resolution,
by: i) modifying Rule 4 so as to provide that a person shall have the option to
address Council at a regular or special meeting under the communications portion
of the agenda or at a regular or special meeting conducted as a Committee-of-the-
Whole Meeting. To facilitate communication, a written request to address council
may be submitted online via the City’s webpage under City Council Procedures
Request for Recognition Form (see link herein) up until Noon on the same day as
the scheduled Council Meeting. Additionally, up until the start of the scheduled
Council meeting, persons wishing to address Council will have the opportunity to
do so via a written sign-up sheet located directly outside of the City Council
Chambers ; and ii) adding a new Rule 7, to provide that when addressing Council
no speaker may make personal or impertinent attacks upon any officer, employee,
or City Council member or other Elected Official, that is unrelated to the manner
in which the officer, employee, or City Council member or other Elected Official,
performs his or her duties. No person shall use threatening, abusive language or
hate speech when addressing the City Council. Any person who violates this
section shall be directed by the presiding officer to be orderly and silent. If a person
addressing the Council refuses to become silent when so directed, such person may
be deemed by the presiding officer to have committed a “breach of the peace” by
disrupting and impeding the orderly conduct of the public meeting of the City
Council and may be ordered by the presiding officer to leave the meeting. If the
person refuses to leave as directed, the presiding officer may direct any law
enforcement officer who is present to escort the violator from the meeting.
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WHEREAS, Council desires to set forth such amendment in this Resolution and
to incorporate all of the rules adopted in the previous resolutions recited above so
as to provide for a single resolution which sets forth all of Council's procedural
rules.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Robert’s Rules of Order, as
amended from time to time, shall govern the conduct of meetings of the Council,
except that the specific rules set forth on the attached Addendum “A” shall apply
even if in conflict with Robert’s;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any person desiring to address the Council
at a meeting shall be permitted to do so only under the following rules:
1. A person shall not address the Council until recognized by the presiding officer.
2. Upon being recognized by the presiding officer, such person shall step forward
to the microphone in front of the Council rostrum and give his or her name and
address to the recording secretary before speaking.
3. A person shall speak only to the matters which are relevant to the agenda matter
being considered by the Council.
4. A person shall have the option to address Council at a regular or special meeting
under the communications portion of the agenda or at a regular or special meeting
conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting. To facilitate communication, a
written request to address council may be submitted online via the City’s webpage
under City Council Procedures Request for Recognition Form (see link below) up
until Noon on the same day as the scheduled Council Meeting. Additionally, up
until the start of the scheduled Council Meeting, persons wishing to address Council
will have the opportunity to do so via a written sign-up sheet located directly
outside the City Council Chambers. No written request to address the Council shall
be submitted to the City Clerk’s office more than 30 days prior to the meeting at
which the individual desires to speak.
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5. A person shall be limited to a period of three (3) minutes, unless such period of
time is extended by the presiding officer.
6. Permission to speak on items not listed on the agenda may be given by the
presiding officer or by a majority vote of the Council.
7. When addressing Council no speaker may make personal or impertinent attacks
upon any officer, employee, or City Council member or other Elected Official, that
is unrelated to the manner in which the officer, employee, or City Council member
or other Elected Official, performs his or her duties. No person shall use
threatening, abusive language or hate speech when addressing the City Council.
Any person who violates this section shall be directed by the presiding officer to be
orderly and silent. If a person addressing the Council refuses to become silent when
so directed, such person may be deemed by the presiding officer to have committed
a “breach of the peace” by disrupting and impeding the orderly conduct of the
public meeting of the City Council and may be ordered by the presiding officer to
leave the meeting. If the person refuses to leave as directed, the presiding officer
may direct any law enforcement officer who is present to escort the violator from
the meeting.
REGULAR MEETING 16 MAY 20, 2019
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that any person, group, company, or
organization that wishes to record, videotape, broadcast live on radio, or telecast
live on television a City Council meeting shall be subject to the following rules and
regulations:
1. Video or television cameras which are used for purposes of recording or
broadcasting live reports from the City Council Chambers must remain, at all times,
at the rear of the Council Chambers unless prior approval of the presiding officer
has been obtained to place said video or television cameras in a different location.
2. All audio or video equipment is prohibited from being attached, connected, or in
any way joined to the existing cable television equipment operated by the City of
Southfield in the Council Chambers. All such audio or video equipment must be
completely self-supported and will not be allowed to use any electrical power of
the City.
3. Interviews of interested parties shall be prohibited in the Council Chambers.
4. Only television, videotape, photographic, and audio equipment which does not
produce distracting sound or light shall be utilized to cover Council proceedings.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that should any person fail or refuse to comply
with any rule promulgated by this Resolution, after being apprised of such
noncompliance by the presiding officer, such person may be deemed by the
presiding officer to have committed a breach of the peace by disrupting the public
meeting, and the presiding officer may then order such person excluded from the
public meeting under Section 3 (6) of the Act.
Motion passed.
The next item on the agenda was the public hearing for PZR19-0003 Rezoning Request of
RangeComm Development, on behalf of the owner, Chand Professional Properties, to rezone 3.59
acres of land to OS Office Service, property located at Sidwell Parcels 2426-151-006 and -007, on
the east side of Evergreen Road between Noel Drive and the M -10 Freeway, Lot 187 of
Washington Village No. 4 and Lot 191 of Superv Washington Vlg No. 5.
The Public Hearing was declared open.
Pamela Gerald, P.O. Box 155, Southfield, Michigan, stated the City has many empty structures
that are very viable, why isn’t the City encouraging developers to rehab these empty structures?
The Public Hearing was declared closed.
2019.144 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Fracassi
RESOLVED: That PZR19-0003 Rezoning Request of RangeComm Development,
on behalf of the owner, Chand Professional Properties, to rezone 3.59 acres of land
to OS Office Service, property located at Sidwell Parcels 2426-151-006 and -007,
on the east side of Evergreen Road between Noel Drive and the M-10 Freeway, Lot
187 of Washington Village No. 4 and Lot 191 of Superv Washington Vlg No. 5,
City of Southfield, Oakland County, State of Michigan, be approved based on the
following:
REGULAR MEETING 17 MAY 20, 2019
1. The Southfield Comprehensive Master Plan indicates Office Research for this
property.
2. Compatibility of land uses with the abutting existing developments.
3. The standards for rezoning of property.
Planning Department received the Rezoning Request on March 14, 2019. The
Planning Commission held a Public Hearing on this matter on April 24, 2019, and
made a favorable recommendation.
Motion passed.
2018.145 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Frasier
RESOLVED: That Ordinance No. 1703, Rezoning Request for Chand Professional
Properties, PZR19-0003 is hereby introduced.
Motion passed.
Next on the agenda was PSP19-0003, Site Plan Review Request of RangeComm Development, on
behalf of the owner, Chand Professional Properties, to construct a 24,000 gsf skilled nursing
facility with 24 beds (expandable to 36 beds in Phase 2) with associated parking, property located
at Sidwell Parcels 2426-151-006 and -007, on the east side of Evergreen Road between Noel Drive
and the M-10 Freeway, Lot 187 of Washington Village No. 4 and Lot 191 of Superv Washington
Vlg No. 5, City of Southfield, Oakland County, State of Michigan.
Property to the north is zoned OS, Office Service and is developed with an office building. The
property to the west across Evergreen Road is zoned RM, Multiple Family (Low Rise) and is
developed with the Evergreen Woods Condos. The property to the south is zoned R-4 Single
Family Residential and is developed with Evergreen Place Apartments. The properties to the east
are zoned R-4 Single Family Residential and are developed with single family house fronting on
Lee Baker Drive.
2019.146 Motion by Fracassi; seconded by Mandelbaum
RESOLVED: That PSP19-0003 Site Plan Review Request of RangeComm
Development, on behalf of the owner, Chand Professional Properties, to construct
a 24,000 gsf skilled nursing facility with 24 beds (expandable to 36 beds in Phase
2) with associated parking, property located at Sidwell Parcels 2426-151-006 and -
007, on the east side of Evergreen Road between Noel Drive and the M-10 Freeway,
Lot 187 of Washington Village No. 4 and Lot 191 of Superv Washington Vlg No.
5, City of Southfield, Oakland County, State of Michigan, be approved with the
following conditions:
1. Receipt of waivers from the Zoning Board of Appeals for 15’ of front yard
landscaping (30’ required, 15’ provided)
REGULAR MEETING 18 MAY 20, 2019
2. The site landscaping as shown on Landscape Plan Sheet L2 approved on May
15, 2019 is to be adhered to and must be installed prior to the receipt of a
Certificate of Occupancy unless the season of the year will not allow for
installation. Under those circumstances, a bond will need to be submitted for all
remaining work to be done.
3. Exterior lighting will be shielded to prevent spillage of glare onto adjacent
properties.
4. The petitioner is to provide a sprinkler system for all landscape areas to
encourage the preservation of plant materials.
5. The petitioner is to execute a perpetual maintenance agreement for the
landscaped and parking areas both on the site and in the right-of-way, which
includes maintenance of the storm water detention system.
6. The petitioner is to implement the recommendations made by the Southfield
Police Department’s Crime Prevention Bureau regarding site security.
7. The building will be constructed in accordance with the elevations shown on
“Southfield Post-Acute” elevation sheet dated 4/3/19.
8. Approval of this site plan and/or building elevations represented herein does
not constitute nor guarantee approval for signage. Separate approval and sign
permits must be obtained from the Building Department for any proposed signs.
9. Bike racks shall be installed in accordance with Article 4, Section 5.29(12).
10. Approval of this site plan by the City Council will also constitute approval of
the Tree Removal Permit for the project.
11. The petitioner is to provide schematics for outdoor spaces with benches,
pergolas, etc.
12. Tree protection fencing must be installed in accordance with the plan. An
inspection of the tree protection fencing must be requested and approved prior
to issuance of a building permit.
13. The site shall be designed and developed to contain Public “Works of Art” in
accordance with Section 5.22-5 Public Art, Article 4 General Requirements of
the Zoning Ordinance, unless exempted based on the written stipulations.
This recommendation is made for the following reasons:
1. The submitted site plan, with any conditions recommended by the Planning
Department and the Planning Commission, will be of such size and character
that it will be in harmony with the appropriate and orderly development of the
Office Service District.
2. The location, size, intensity and periods of operation of the proposed use is
designed to eliminate any possible nuisance likely to emanate there from which
might be adverse to occupants of any nearby permitted uses.
3. The proposed use is in accord with the spirit and purpose of this Chapter and is
not inconsistent with, or contrary to, the objectives sought to be accomplished
by this Chapter and principles of sound planning.
4. The proposed use is of such character and vehicular traffic generated will not
have an adverse effect, or be detrimental, to the surrounding land uses or
adjacent thoroughfares.
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5. The proposed use is of such character and intensity and arranged on the site so
as to eliminate any adverse effects resulting from noise, dust, dirt, glare, odor,
or fumes.
6. The proposed use will not be adverse to the promotion of the health, safety and
welfare of the community.
7. The proposed use is designed and operated so as to provide security and safety
to employees and the general public.
Motion passed.
Next on the agenda was the Communications portion.
Pamela Gerald, P.O. Box 155, Southfield, Michigan, acknowledged Councilman Mandelbaum for
mentioning that May 31 is the 98th anniversary of the black holocaust. Ms. Gerald stated there are
people that come before Council and speak lies. Southfield does not have a problem with police
brutality, the officers are trained very well.
Gerard Mullin, P.O. Box 155, Southfield, Michigan, stated on June 19, 2017, Council voted on a
proposed charter amendment that would’ve made the Clerk and Treasurer into appointed staff
positions. Council wisely turned down the proposal at the time. Council should pass a similar
amendment and place it on the ballot this year and appoint the 2017 winners to the 2021 incumbent
positions.
Sonjia Simpson-Gardner, 30575 Old Stream, Southfield, Michigan, feels that one person cannot
speak for the entire city. Ms. Simpson-Gardner informed Council that nothing has changed, she is
looking for a job and trying to get help with a poverty exemption.
Stacy Jackson, 21685 Rougewood, Southfield, Michigan, expressed the importance of belonging.
All people need to know and feel that they belong. Ms. Jackson truly cares about people and that
is what makes her special.
Keith Harris, P.O. Box 2769, Southfield, Michigan, stated that all race and life really do matter.
Mr. Harris grew up in a diverse family and tries every day to teach his children how to get along
with all people and never lie. When people come into City Hall, this is a safe zone and no one
should feel threatened in any way.
Bruce Williams, P.O. Box 760163, Southfield, Michigan, expressed concerns regarding the
temporary closing of the Beech Woods Golf Course.
Harold Hill, 22300 Seminole, Southfield, Michigan, expressed concerns regarding the temporary
closing of the Beech Woods Golf Course.
Toby Rhodes, stated the Police Department is an evil threat here to brutalize poor people.
Northland was a growth machine and it has been destroyed because of the City.
Gregory Keeler, 25170 Circle Dr., Southfield, Michigan, stated that people need to come together
and talk to one another.
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Sara Habbo, 29245 Marshall, Southfield, Michigan, stated she is a coach with the South Oakland
County Soccer team. There is recreation and travel soccer games, sign up begins June 1st. There is
an informational evening May 29, 2019 from 7:00-8:00 p.m. Interested people can visit socsfc.com
for more information.
The next item on the agenda was the Council portion.
Council discussed various upcoming events inside and outside the City of Southfield.
Next on the agenda was the Administration portion.
City Administrator Zorn stated poverty exemptions are granted by the Board of Review. The Board
of Review is a function of the Assessor’s Office.
The last item on the agenda was the Attorney portion. City Attorney Rae-O’Donnell was seeking
direction regarding recent case evaluation with the Circuit Court.
2019.147 Motion by Mandelbaum; seconded by Taylor
RESOLVED: That Council does hereby accept the City Attorney’s
recommendation on whether to accept case evaluation award.
Motion passed.
There being no further business, the Regular Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m., until the next Regular
Meeting (Conducted as a Committee-of-the-Whole) scheduled for Thursday, May 30, 2019, at
6:00 p.m., in the Council Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 26000 Evergreen Road,
Southfield, Michigan.
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Lloyd Crews, Council President Nicole Humphries, Deputy City Clerk
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