Public Meetings - Roseville, Michigan

The Roseville City Council convened on March 24, 2026, at 6:30 PM with all members present. The meeting included the approval of multiple capital projects, a discussion on extending cannabis retail hours, and public comments concerning a rodent infestation and the Sacred Heart Church property. Consent Calendar - The council unanimously approved the consent agenda as presented. Public Comments & Testimony - Eviction Diversion: Patrick Thompson proposed a new eviction diversion program and researching limits on corporate-owned single-family homes. - Sacred Heart Church: Pastor Curtis Ostosh (Harvest Time Christian Fellowship) stated his congregation opposes the city’s condemnation of the property, noting their pending legal interest. - Rodent Infestation (East Crestmont Street): Residents Kenneth, Matthew and Lori Golden, and Jessica Schroeder extensively detailed a severe rodent and squirrel infestation from a neighbor’s property, citing thousands of dollars in damage and frustration with code enforcement delays. - Public Safety & Infrastructure: Frank Houston requested more police officers, a deer removal protocol, and repairs to manholes and landscaping on Gratiot Avenue. Discussion Items - Infrastructure & Public Works: The council approved the Grasshood Avenue water main replacement, a joint pavement marking project with St. Clair Shores and Fraser, the demolition of the American Legion Hall, and the purchase of a new front-end loader (Case 621 G2), multiple vehicle lifts, and an overhead crane for the DPW garage. All items were part of capital budgets or bond projects. - Public Safety: Chief Berlin received approval to spend $29,760.89 in federal forfeiture funds to enhance the department’s MRAP vehicle, addressing lighting, camera, and loudspeaker deficiencies identified during a recent incident. - Cannabis Retail Hours: The council debated a request to extend operating hours from 10:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Proponent Salam Alaya (Gaz/Gatsby) argued the city was losing revenue to neighboring communities with later hours. Chief Berlin noted minimal calls for service but that the extended hours fall within a busy period for patrol. Administration & Department Reports - The City Clerk announced absentee ballots for the May election will be mailed on March 27. - The City Attorney reported an eminent domain case was dismissed following a settlement on the Hemberry Easement. - The City Manager reminded the public that City Hall will be closed on Good Friday. - Chief Berlin reported on successful training at the Days Inn property (Naval Shield Team) and joint rescue task force exercises with the fire department. - Mr. DeBruin announced the Macomb County Older Adults Advisory Committee will meet in Roseville on May 26. Key Outcomes - All Consent Items: Approved. - Grasshood Avenue Water Main: Approved. - Pavement Marking (PK Contracting LLC): Approved. - American Legion Demolition (International Construction LLC): Approved. - Equipment Purchases (Loader, Lifts, Crane): All approved. - MRAP Enhancements (Gramma’s Speed Shop): Approved. - Cannabis Hours Extension (Ordinance Amendment): Approved (Motion by Shoemaker, supported by Knox, 1 opposed). The ordinance will be amended to allow operation until 11:30 PM, with a six-month review period and police activity monitoring. - Directives: City staff were directed to follow up on the East Crestmont Street rodent complaints and the various public works and public safety requests raised by residents.

The Roseville City Council convened on March 10, 2026, at 6:30 PM. Mayor Taylor presided. All council members were present (Councilman Knox arrived after roll call). The meeting included a consent agenda, presentations from a legislative consultant and school superintendent, public hearings, authorizations for closed sessions, and council comments. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda was approved unanimously without discussion. (Motion by Councilman Watisha, second by Councilwoman McCartney.) Public Comments & Testimony First Hearing (Agenda Items): - Margaret Stadwick (26685 Normandy) asked about outstanding bond debt on schools slated for demolition and what would happen to those funds. The council referred her to the school superintendent. - Dan Lambricks (28059 Fountain Street) expressed strong support for the school bond and asked for more public outreach. Second Hearing (Any City Business): - Lieutenant Tom Watisha (Roseville Police Department) announced the 4th Annual Roseville Honor Guards Brigade spaghetti dinner on March 25, 2026, at the Vintage House in Fraser, with raffles and a gun raffle. Tickets and donation information are available via the department and Facebook page. Discussion Items Legislative Update (Adam Wright, Midwest Strategy Group) - Adam Wright reported on the state budget (revenues down $1.1 billion; governor's proposed $88.1 billion budget). He described three property tax relief options: a senior credit (cost $90M), an expanded homestead credit ($300M), and a more extensive restructuring that would eliminate several taxes and shift sales tax to services, potentially leaving a $300M shortfall. Wright emphasized the need for dollar-for-dollar backfill for local governments and schools. - He also noted bills to restrict millage elections to November only and a package of nine bills that would preempt local zoning for housing, allowing duplexes by right, minimum dwelling sizes of 500 sq ft, etc. Wright stated, "It's a local preemption issue, so we're opposed to it," and advocated for local control. - Regarding election equipment, Wright noted the governor included funding but the House Appropriations chair does not support it; they will advocate for those dollars. - Councilman Knox asked clarifying questions about the budget and property tax plans. - A motion to receive and file the update was approved. School Bond Proposal (Superintendent Mark Blaskowski) - Superintendent Blaskowski presented a zero-tax-rate-increase bond proposal for the May 5, 2026 election. The $170 million plan addresses low facility utilization (46%), aging infrastructure, and declining enrollment. Key components: closing Eastland Middle School and combining middle schools at Roseville Middle, demolishing three aging elementary schools (Dort, Kaiser, Patton), building a new elementary school (650 students), converting Fountain Elementary into an early childhood center, repurposing closed sites for home-building through the trades program, and making upgrades to safety, technology, transportation (13 new buses), and infrastructure (HVAC, drainage, etc.). - Councilman Knox asked about early childhood program expansion and home-building projections. Blaskowski noted that the home-building program produces homes slowly (1-2 years each) and that specific numbers for all sites are not yet available. - A motion to receive and file the proposal was approved. Closed Session Requests - Council voted unanimously (7-0) to authorize closed sessions: 1. To discuss a written legal opinion regarding appointing arbitration (MCL 15.2681E and H). 2. To discuss an attorney-client privilege opinion regarding a request to sell back additional vacation time (MCL 15.2681H). - Both sessions were scheduled after council comments. Reports and Council Comments - City Attorney Thomas: Reported resolution of the City of Roseville vs. Strauss matter regarding a temporary easement for the Gratiot reconstruction project; a formal resolution to be presented at the next meeting. - City Manager Monroe: Addressed a resident's trash can replacement issue, advising that Priority Waste should be contacted and that the city sells replacement cans at cost. - Council members thanked presenters, expressed support for the school bond and local zoning control, and wished the Roseville Panthers basketball team success in their playoff game. Birthdays for Council members Thomason and Hoover were acknowledged. - The Honor Guard spaghetti dinner was promoted. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved unanimously. - Legislative update received and filed. - School bond presentation received and filed; bond election set for May 5, 2026. - Two closed sessions authorized (each 7-0). - Community event announced: Honor Guard spaghetti dinner on March 25, 2026. - Strauss litigation settlement to be formalized at next meeting.

The Roseville City Council met on February 24, 2026, at 6:30 PM. The meeting included a consent agenda, public comments on agenda items and on any city business, discussion and award of a major renovation contract, and three closed-door sessions followed by approvals for labor and police matters. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda was approved unanimously. Prior to approval, Council removed Item 10A (Memorial Day Parade information) for discussion; Matt Bells presented details for the parade scheduled for May 25, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. from the high school parking lot. The parade format and ceremony were unchanged. No other items were pulled for discussion. Public Comments & Testimony - First Hearing (Agenda Items Only): Jay McKee (Saxie Construction, White Lake Township) addressed the council regarding agenda item 10A (DPS Renovations). He stated that Saxie was the low bidder with a base bid of $3,354,837, $109,289 lower than the third-place bidder. He noted that at the February 4th bid review meeting, no incomplete bid forms or issues were raised. He requested the council delay the award until the bid form discrepancies and reference concerns could be clarified. - Second Hearing (Any City Business): - Jay McKee again spoke, clarifying that only one of his references (Northville Township) was called, and that reference was positive. He asked for feedback on any perceived issues. - Margaret Louise Stadwick (26685 Normandy) read excerpts from the Michigan Constitution and Black’s Law Dictionary, arguing that council members are bound by the constitution and that certain actions may be null and void. Her remarks exceeded the three-minute limit and were concluded by the Mayor. - Charles Boyd (18713 Alcarton, Harper Woods) spoke in support of his sister and then questioned immigration enforcement policies. He asked: (1) Is Roseville a sanctuary city? (2) Who decides that status? (3) How many criminal illegal aliens have been arrested in Roseville in the past two years? (4) What is the city’s policy on turning over arrested illegal aliens to ICE? The City Manager agreed to respond via email. Discussion Items - Award of DPS Renovations Project: The council considered a recommendation from AEW (Anderson, Extine & Westrick) to award the $3.5 million Department of Public Services renovation project to Quadrate Construction (third-place bidder) rather than Saxie Construction (low bidder). AEW’s Scott Lockwood explained that Saxie’s bid form was incomplete (missing the percent addition for subcontractor work, and later changed from 10% to 15%), and their references were not for similar municipal projects and were not positive. Quadrate, by contrast, provided a detailed 150-day schedule (39 days shorter than Saxie’s 189 days), and offered value engineering ideas that could save approximately $68,000. Council members questioned the cost difference ($109,289 higher for Quadrate, or less than 4% of the project) and the fairness of awarding multiple city contracts to the same firm. Lockwood noted that Saxie had a longer schedule and less relevant experience, while Quadrate had performed well on recent bond projects. After discussion, the council voted to approve the award to Quadrate. - Closed-Door Sessions and Subsequent Actions: The council held three closed-door sessions under MCL 15.268(1)(h): 1. Proposed letter of understanding with the Roseville Fire Department Association (IAFF Local 1614) regarding vacation calculations. 2. Policy development, accreditation, and continued professional education service agreement for the Police Department. 3. Attorney-client privileged opinion regarding modification of the police chief’s employment agreement. After returning to open session, the council took the following actions. Key Outcomes - Approved the consent agenda (unanimous). - Awarded the DPS Renovations project to Quadrate Construction (motion by Councilman Watisha, supported by Councilwoman McCartney; unanimous voice vote). - Approved the letter of understanding with the Roseville Fire Department (IAFF Local 1614) regarding vacation calculations (motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, supported by Councilman Watisha; unanimous voice vote). - Approved the policy development, accreditation, and continued professional education service agreement for the Roseville Police Department (motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, supported by Councilman Watisha; unanimous voice vote). - Approved the police chief’s request for payout of additional vacation hours (as discussed in closed session). The council also directed the city attorney to draft correspondence terminating this practice going forward and to notify all unions and employees (motion by Councilman Knox, supported by Councilman Shoemaker; unanimous voice vote). - Adjourned at approximately 7:37 PM.

The Roseville City Council met on February 10, 2026, beginning at 6:30 p.m. and returning to open session at 8:13 p.m. after closed sessions. All members were present. The meeting included a firefighter badging ceremony, two police vehicle outfitting awards, appointments to city boards, a FOIA appeal decision, and reports from city staff. Consent Calendar - The Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda. - Councilman Shoemaker noted that the consent agenda approved the Downtown Development Authority's request to host Jamming at the Junction on July 18, 2026. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made during either the first public hearing (agenda items only) or the second public hearing (any city business). Presentations - Fire Department badging ceremony for Brandon Urban. Urban started basic EMT training at age 19 in fall 2022, worked for Med Star for six months, and completed a 32-week paramedic program. He was sworn in as a Roseville firefighter/paramedic and thanked the Council and community. Mayor Taylor welcomed him to the city. Police Vehicle Outfitting Awards - Police Chief requested approval of bids for outfitting Ford Explorer patrol vehicles. Although the agenda described the Canfield request as a single-source vendor, Chief clarified that two bids were received and the city was splitting the work: one vehicle to Synergy Products for faster delivery and three vehicles to Canfield Equipment Services, Inc. The cost difference was $4,431.68, and the Canfield portion was $19,921.81. The work was expected to take two to six months. Funding would come from federal forfeiture funds, not the general fund. - The Council approved the Canfield award for three vehicles and a separate award to Synergy Products for one vehicle, both unanimously. Closed Sessions - The Council approved three closed-door sessions under MCL 15.2681H, each by a 7-0 roll-call vote, to discuss attorney-client privileged information on: the FOIA appeal, an employment status update, and a proposed modification to the police chief's employment agreement. FOIA Appeal - Frank Caicos (name as transcribed) appealed the city's good-faith fee estimate for a broad FOIA request. He did not appear and submitted written materials asking for a written decision. After reconvening at 8:13 p.m., City Attorney Thomason recommended denial. The Council voted unanimously to deny the appeal, allowing the city's fee estimate to stand. Appointments - Downtown Development Authority: Brandy Ellis (new), Scott Hoach (reappointment), and James May (reappointment) were unanimously appointed. - Parks and Recreation Board: Jordan Green and Daniel Rutledge were unanimously appointed. Administration and Department Reports - City Manager Monroe announced replacement garbage cans are available by contacting the DPS building, at a cost of approximately $50, and that City Hall would be closed Monday, February 16, for Presidents Day. - Library Director Jackie Harvey gave a renovation update: construction was winding down, furniture and millwork were being completed, technology was being installed, and curbside service was continuing. Reopening was expected in March, with DPS helping transport 250 carts of books back to the library. An industry tour of the completed library with $15 tickets was planned to raise funds for nonprofit design projects. - Police Chief Berlin reported a resident's compliment for Sergeant Jeff Wozniak, who voluntarily finished shoveling snow for an elderly woman. He also reported that after the Kathy Street incident, the department implemented 24/7 year-round mental wellness coverage for officers, while one officer remained off work recovering. Council Comments - Councilmembers offered congratulations to Urban and the new/reappointed board members; promoted Jamming at the Junction on July 18, 2026; thanked department heads; and thanked police, fire, and DPW workers for their work during cold weather and water main breaks. Happy Valentine's Day wishes were also offered. Key Outcomes - Agenda approved unanimously. - Awarded police vehicle outfitting bids to Canfield Equipment Services, Inc. (three vehicles) and Synergy Products (one vehicle), funded by federal forfeiture funds. - Approved three closed sessions, each 7-0. - Denied the FOIA fee appeal unanimously. - Appointed Brandy Ellis, Scott Hoach, and James May to the DDA; appointed Jordan Green and Daniel Rutledge to Parks and Recreation. - Adjourned by unanimous vote.

The Roseville City Council met on January 27, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. All council members were present. The transcript-only record shows a unanimous consent agenda, two presentations, budget amendment approval, an appointment, two closed-session votes, and post-session approval of a litigation settlement and an AFSCME letter of understanding. Council returned from closed session at 7:38 p.m. and then adjourned. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda was approved unanimously by voice vote; no items were pulled for discussion. Motion by Councilman Watisha, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hall. - There were no abatement requests. Public Comments & Testimony - First hearing on agenda items: no members of the public came forward. - Second hearing on city business: no members of the public came forward. Presentations & Reports Recreation Authority Programs – Sarah Frederick - Sarah Frederick, Assistant Director of the Recreation Authority of Roseville and East Point, presented upcoming programs for January through April. - "Feed the Dream" was rescheduled from Thursday, January 15 to the previous Thursday due to a snow day and unsafe weather, with crafts, a food drive partner LiveRight, and East Point's Arts and Cultural Division Commission donating non-perishable goods. - A Unity and Diversity event celebrating Black History Month is scheduled next Wednesday from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Recreation Authority Center. It will include make-and-take crafts, a community vision board, a local artist mural, free digital family portraits, spoken-word/poetry sign-up, and a book reading by local authors. - A "cardboard box drive-in" during midwinter break will show the movie Littlefoot; registration costs $5 for residents and $7 for non-residents. - Upcoming spring events include: adult spring egg hunt on Wednesday, March 25 at Dooley Park; doggy spring egg hunt and kids' spring egg hunt on Saturday, March 28 at Huron Park; and spring craft and vendor show on Saturday, April 11 at the Recreation Authority Center. Vendor applications are still open. - Swim lessons at East Point and Roseville High School run through the end of April in four-week sessions; additional enrollment is encouraged. - A councilman asked whether family portraits have a fee; Frederick confirmed they are free. Fire Department Cyanokit Presentation – Chief Keith Jacobs - Chief Jacobs explained that the Roseville Fire Department now carries cyanide-treatment kits (Cyanokit). He cited Shelby Township's October 2025 use of the kit during a house fire rescue, with a full victim recovery, and a subsequent Macomb Daily article. - The kits have been under review by Macomb County's EMS protocol board since 2023. Warren, Shelby Township, Clinton Township, some Med Star supervisor units, and Roseville now carry them. Captain Joel Britt of the Roseville Fire Department was described as a leader in bringing the option to the county. - Chief Jacobs cited 3,900 civilian fire deaths from smoke inhalation in the county in 2024; 80% of fire victims die from smoke inhalation versus 20% from trauma. Carbon monoxide kills 50% to 80% of smoke inhalation victims, and cyanide affects 35% of smoke inhalation victims and is 35 times more toxic than carbon monoxide. - The kits bind cyanide in the body so it cannot damage the brain or heart and is later excreted. Since the kits were placed in county fire squads at the end of 2025, there have been three documented saves: Warren, Shelby Township, and Clinton Township. - Each kit costs $2,500 and expires in two years. Roseville purchased two kits through the revised EMS budget, at no additional general fund cost; the only potential cost was overtime for paramedic training. The two kits can treat two adults or four children. - The department has mutual-aid understandings with Warren and Clinton Township for larger incidents and with St. Clair Shores, Fraser, and East Point for communities that do not yet carry the kits. Replacement kits are available immediately through St. John Macomb. - Chief Jacobs stated he knew of at least five incidents in his career where the kits could have changed outcomes, including a 13-year-old boy who died on Christmas Eve. - Asked whether the state may mandate the kits, Chief Jacobs said the county could mandate them and he expected county-level action by the end of 2026. - Council comments characterized the kit as similar to Narcan for smoke-inhalation victims; Chief Jacobs agreed with the analogy. New Business Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Amendments – Mr. Walters - City financial staff presented the January budget amendment for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. Walters said the amendment covers purchases already made or trended over budget; a deeper revenue review will follow in June. - The amendments include: a $563,000 Vactor sewer jet in the water fund; police vehicles in the capital replacement fund; a $500,000 transfer from the general fund to the capital projects fund from last year's surplus; about $700,000 in pavement-patch program overage in the major street fund, still expected to net out and leave a surplus; and $863,000 in library capital renovation expenditures to be paid from the library's $1.2 million capital reserve without impacting the operating budget. - Additional Local Community Stabilization Authority revenue was received and included to offset expenditure increases. - Asked about Great Lakes Water rate increases reported around 6%, Walters said the exact final amount was not yet known and that the city had increased rates in anticipation of the 13 Mile pump station repair; a grant for that project may allow some water rate relief later. - Council unanimously approved the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget amendments as presented. Motion by Councilman Knox, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hall. Closed-Session Requests - The council voted 7-0 to enter closed session to consult with the city attorney about trial or settlement strategy in Michael Burkle as personal representative of the estate of John R. Burkle v. City of Roseville, et al., U.S. District Court docket number 2:24-cv-1320-LJM, citing MCL 15.2681H/E. - The council voted 7-0 to enter closed session to discuss a proposed letter of understanding between the City of Roseville and AFSCME Supervisors Local 1917, citing MCL 15.2681H. Appointment - Connie Rollin was reappointed to the Beautification Committee unanimously. Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Hall, seconded by Councilman Watisha. Department Reports and Council Comments - City Manager Monroe thanked the finance staff, asked residents to direct snow-plowing concerns to DPS Director De Bruin or his office, reminded the public that crews can work only 16-hour days, and praised the police department's weekend work. - The Police Chief reported that an officer injured in a serious weekend incident was recovering and that the department was focused on mental wellness. The emergency response team, using less-lethal munitions, gas launchers, an armored personnel carrier, and assistance from Warren, resolved the incident within about one hour. - Council members thanked recreation staff, the fire chief, the finance staff, police, fire crews, and DPW workers. Mayor Taylor said the injured officer was within millimeters of losing his life, the officer's family was grateful, and attacks on public servants offend the community. He also defended DPW crews against social-media criticism and noted the city is accepting applications. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved unanimously. - Fiscal year 2025-2026 budget amendments approved unanimously. - Two closed-session motions approved 7-0. - Connie Rollin reappointed to the Beautification Committee unanimously. - After closed session, council unanimously approved a motion to accept the settlement terms in the Burkle litigation and authorized the city manager to execute all settlement documents. Motion by Councilman Knox, seconded by Councilman Hoover. - Council unanimously approved the letter of understanding with AFSCME Supervisors Local 1917 regarding the plumbing/mechanical inspector position as discussed in closed session. Motion by Councilman Watisha, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hall. - Meeting adjourned by unanimous consent after the closed-session report items were completed.

The Roseville City Council met on December 16, 2025 (listed start time 18:30 UTC), with Mayor Taylor presiding. Roll call showed six members present; Councilwoman McCartney was excused because she was ill. The council approved the consent agenda, removed two new business items, approved a sewer-cleaner truck purchase and a police vehicle purchase, set trash-cart replacement pricing, approved appointments, and heard a community request for a future youth substance-use-prevention presentation. Administrative Actions - A motion to excuse Councilwoman McCartney because she was sick was approved; six members remained present. - The consent agenda was approved without discussion. - Items D and E under new business were removed from the agenda by voice vote. Public Comments & Testimony - No one spoke during the first public hearing, which was limited to agenda items. - During the second public hearing, Nina Olshewski, a Warren resident who works at CARE of Southeastern Michigan in Roseville, spoke on behalf of the Roseville Community Coalition. She expressed support for youth substance-use prevention and asked the city to continue supporting protective factors such as positive adult relationships, consistent messaging, safe environments, and youth activities. She requested a future informational agenda item about the coalition's work. Mayor Taylor said the city manager would schedule it and suggested sharing information with the police department; Ms. Olshewski said police already participate in coalition meetings. New Business: Equipment Purchases Sewer Cleaner / Vactor Purchase - Mr. DeBruin presented a request to buy one Frederickson 900 Echo sewer cleaner from Frederickson's Son Supply as a single source vendor. He recommended replacing the city's 2021 vactor before it became a maintenance liability. The existing lease was about $58,000 per year, a $180,000 balloon payment was coming due, and the current truck was valued at roughly $220,000-$250,000 but would lose value quickly. Frederickson would take the 2021 truck, make the balloon payment, and take an additional $40,000 off the $603,000 price of a new vactor. The water fund had money available; a five-year finance option would have added about $130,000 in finance fees. Council discussion described the vactor as a vacuum truck used for sewer cleaning, catch-basin maintenance, and hydro-excavation of water main breaks. The motion to approve the purchase carried by voice vote. Police Vehicle Purchase - The police chief requested approval to replace a 2023 Silverado totaled in a crash a few months earlier with a new 2024 four-wheel-drive police-package Silverado from Burgers Chevrolet, Inc. as a single source vendor. The truck price was $46,784 through state pricing; upfit was $10,297.50, bringing the total to $57,081.70. The city was waiting for the remaining insurance settlement and expected a near wash. A councilmember asked the chief to verify the warranty start date, and the chief agreed to check. The motion to approve carried by voice vote. Trash Cart Replacement - Mr. DeBruin asked the council for direction on resident pricing for replacement trash carts. After discussion of the delivered cost of $50.19, the council approved a motion to buy replacement carts and charge residents at cost, rounded to $50, rather than adding a markup. Appointments - The council reappointed Joni Mateo and Dr. Michael Hines to the Citizens Advisory Board, and reappointed Michael Switowski to the Elected Officials Compensation Pay Board. Both motions carried by voice vote. Reports and Holiday Announcements - The city clerk gave holiday greetings. - The city attorney announced that partner Jack Dolan is entering full retirement, that the firm will continue as Tomlinson & McGrill, PLLC, and that service to Roseville will continue. - City Manager Monroe announced City Hall closings on Dec. 24-26 and Dec. 31-Jan. 2, and the Roseville Public Library closing Dec. 22 for renovations until late January, with curbside pickup during closure. - Mr. DeBruin responded to social-media criticism of snowstorm plowing and salting. He said every intersection and curve is salted, bus routes and schools are prioritized, and side streets are treated at midpoints. He stated the city has 141 lane miles of road, side-street replacement costs $400,000-$600,000 per quarter mile, and salting every street would be wasteful and damaging. He also called a social media post about a water-department visit misleading and urged residents to stay informed. Several council members thanked city workers and wished residents a safe holiday. Key Outcomes - Approved purchase of one Frederickson 900 Echo sewer cleaner from Frederickson's Son Supply, including the trade-in, balloon payment, and $40,000 discount; no opposing vote was heard. - Approved purchase and upfit of a 2024 Chevy police-package Silverado from Burgers Chevrolet, Inc. for $57,081.70, pending final insurance settlement. - Approved trash-cart replacement pricing at cost to residents, $50 per cart. - Approved reappointments to the Citizens Advisory Board and the Elected Officials Compensation Pay Board. - Directed the City Manager to schedule the requested youth-prevention presentation from the Roseville Community Coalition. - The consent agenda was approved; agenda items D and E were removed; the meeting was adjourned.

The Roseville City Council met at 6:30 p.m. on December 9, 2025. Five members were present; Councilman Hoover was excused at the start and Councilman Knox was excused later. The agenda and minutes were not available, so this summary is based on the raw transcript. Consent Calendar - The consent agenda was approved by voice vote with no apparent opposition. Public Comments & Testimony - No one spoke at the first public hearing on agenda items. - Dave Bomarito, representing the Historical Society, announced the group’s last program of the year. It will be held a week from today at 6:00 p.m. at Roseville Middle School. Jeremy Dimmick of the Detroit Historical Society will discuss the early days of the Detroit Lions in the NFL; admission is free. The Historical Society will take January off and resume on February 17 at the same time and place, with the program to be determined. He wished everyone a Merry Christmas. New Business: 2026 Tax Levy Collection Requests - Fraser Public Schools: The council approved the request for the city to collect 100% of Fraser Public Schools’ 2026 tax levy on the summer tax bill. - Macomb Community College: The council initially approved the college’s request to collect 100% of its 2026 tax levy on the summer tax bill. Council then raised a point of order noting the treasurer’s recommendation continued collection on the winter tax bill, as currently done. The council rescinded the earlier approval and then voted to deny the collection of Macomb Community College’s 2026 tax levy on the summer tax bill. New Business: Police Vehicle Purchase - Chief Berlin presented a bid package to purchase four 2026 Ford Police Interceptors (Explorers), all-wheel drive, from Long and Hammer Ford of Owosso for patrol use. The department is short on patrol vehicles and will surplus four vehicles with over 130,000 miles: a 2021 Charger with 147,000 miles, a 2019 Explorer with 150,000 miles, and two 2019 vehicles with 131,000 miles each, as of November 26. The purchase is through Michigan State bid pricing, with an additional $2,000 per-vehicle rebate from Ford Motor, making the price below state bid pricing. Council discussion clarified that it is not truly a single source vendor because pricing goes through the state. The council approved the purchase as presented. Reports - City Clerk: No report, but available for questions. - City Attorney Tomlinson: Reported a court opinion issued that afternoon in the second lawsuit against the Sacred Heart Church demolition. Harvest Time Church had filed suit against Mooney Real Estate, an arm of the Archdiocese, and the City of Roseville. The city was dismissed without prejudice earlier; the court considered summary disposition motions and Judge Drzezinski ruled in favor of Mooney/Archdiocese, dismissing the matter. The attorney said an appeal may be considered by Harvest Time. - City Manager Monroe: Reminded council and residents that the second December council meeting is next week because of the holidays, and the Zoning Board of Appeals will start at 5:30 p.m. rather than 6:30 p.m. Council Discussion - Council members thanked staff, police, fire, and the Beautification Committee for the tree lighting and holiday lights parade. Chief Berlin said the parade had about 49 cars, and St. Clair Shores held its event the same night. Mayor Taylor thanked everyone involved, noted the cold but successful evening, and reminded residents to drive safely during upcoming snowy weather and to watch for DPW and road crews salting and plowing. Key Outcomes - Councilman Hoover excused; Councilman Knox excused. - Consent agenda approved. - Fraser Public Schools’ 2026 summer tax levy collection request approved. - Macomb Community College’s 2026 summer tax levy collection request initially approved, then rescinded, and the denial motion passed. - Purchase of four 2026 Ford Police Interceptors from Long and Hammer Ford approved. - Meeting adjourned by voice vote.

The Roseville City Council met on November 25, 2025, at 6:30 PM. The meeting included approval of the consent agenda, denial of a tax levy request from the Macomb Intermediate School District, discussion and direction on a moratorium for car washes and gas stations, and various reports and holiday greetings. Consent Calendar - Approved unanimously: Consent agenda including the Roseville Lions Club solicitation for donations on city streets from December 4th to 6th. Public Comments & Testimony - No public comments were made during either the first hearing (agenda items) or the second hearing (general city business). Discussion Items - Macomb Intermediate School District Tax Levy Request: The council denied the request to collect 100% of the 2026 tax levy on the summer tax bill, following the city treasurer's recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. - Moratorium on Car Washes and Gas Stations: The council discussed the planning commission's recommendation for a moratorium to review zoning ordinances due to the proliferation of these establishments. City attorney Thomas explained that a temporary moratorium would allow the city to study potential zoning changes without new applications. The council voted to direct staff to prepare a resolution for a 180-day moratorium on new car washes and gas stations. The moratorium will only take effect after council votes on the resolution at a future meeting. Key Outcomes - Consent agenda approved (unanimous). - Denial of MISD's tax levy request (unanimous). - Direction to prepare a resolution for a 180-day moratorium on car washes and gas stations (unanimous). - The council also received reports on holiday hours, tree lighting event (December 4th), and congratulated the police department on an arrest.