Taylor City Council Meeting - December 16, 2025

The Taylor City Council met on December 16, 2025, at 11:30 AM (UTC) to approve a series of appointments, contracts, a mid-year budget amendment, and a closed session to discuss pending litigation. The meeting also included public comments on a library board reappointment and concerns about a road project contractor. All agenda items were approved by voice vote.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Glory Morris, Vice President of the Library Board, spoke against the reappointment of Sheila Gorsky Schulte, citing that Schulte had missed six of the last eight library board meetings. Morris offered to provide more details if requested.
• A resident questioned the approval of L's Asphalt for a road project (Morgan View Drain Rehabilitation) at a prior meeting, noting that the contractor is on suspension and that the Michigan Transportation Fund (MTF) may receive federal funds. The mayor stated she did not know the contractor's suspension status. Administration clarified that the project is funded through MTF bonds, repaid with Act 51 state funds, and that no federal funding is involved. The resident's time expired.
• Tim Long (6422 Birch) asked if council members had read the entire contract for area tolling (J and C tolling). Councilman Dan Wallace confirmed they had read every word.
• Chuck Caints submitted a written comment asking about improving working conditions for city employees. A police department representative thanked the council for supporting the police department, stating there were zero complaints.

Discussion Items

• The council approved several appointments: Eric Chopjian to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (term to October 7, 2029); Gerald Thomas to the Tax Increment Finance Authority (TIFA) and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority as council representative; and the reappointment of Sheila Gorsky Schulte to the Library Board (term to December 2, 2030).
• A personal service contract for the Chief of Staff was approved.
• Mayor Woolley announced that City Hall will close at noon on December 19, and the Winterfest Stroll at Heritage Park will take place on December 18 from 6:00–9:00 PM.
• The council approved a three-year assessing service contract with WCA Assessing for a total of $1,378,067 ($437,135 in year one, $458,991 in year two, $481,994 in year three).
• An agreement with Cub Cabby Holdings Inc. for T-sheets, marketing, and point-of-sale services at the golf course was approved.
• A purchase agreement with Bell and Sun for restaurant equipment at Taylor Meadows ($8,000) was approved.
• A purchase of a golf ball dispenser system from WicTech Golf Supplies ($21,707) was approved. Staff explained it will automate sales, clean balls, and provide reporting, and is expected to pay for itself within two seasons.
• The sale of four parcels at Princess and Avalon for $10,000 plus closing costs was approved. Staff noted the lots have been vacant since the 1970s and will be developed with three new homes.
• The council approved a mid-year budget amendment (2026-002). Finance Director Jason explained it adjusts for audit results, carryovers, and trends, projecting an ending fund balance of $21.8 million.
• The November 2025 budget performance report and paid invoice report were received and filed.
• A sole source purchase of medical supplies from Med Tech Resource ($11,854) was approved.
• An amendment to CCR 5.210-25 for Fairfax Electric to provide electrical services at Lang Park ($40,000) was approved. Staff gave an update on Lang Park progress, including fencing, dog park, and skate park construction.
• A resolution authorizing the DPW director to sign Wayne County annual permit packages was approved.
• A purchase of a high-speed grinder from Midwest Source Well for the compost site ($1,207,992) was approved. The DPW director stated the 2011 model has a good trade-in value.
• Purchase agreements for vehicle maintenance and compost site for FY 2025-2026 were approved.
• A blanket purchase agreement for annex networking for GCP cloud coverage ($28,700) was approved.
• A motion to go into closed session to discuss strategy with the city attorney regarding pending litigation by area tolling was approved via roll call vote (all present in favor). The council reconvened at 7:08 PM.

Key Outcomes

• All agenda items were approved by voice vote with no recorded dissents.
• The council entered and concluded a closed session for litigation strategy.
• The meeting adjourned at 7:18 PM.