Full Commission
Wayne County Commission
Politics
Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024
10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. EDT
Remote
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Reporting
Edited and summarized by the Detroit - MI Documenters Team
Note-taking by
Alisa Lomax
Commissioners honored a fallen officer and approved a roughly $8.5M annual action plan for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Live reporting by
Meghan Rutigliano
Commissioners honored a fallen officer and approved a roughly $8.5M annual action plan for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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08:50 AM Aug 1, 2024 CDT
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit The public is invited to join in person, by Zoom, or via phone. The meeting will be held in person at Commission Chambers, Mezzanine, Guardian Building, 500 Griswold, Detroit, MI 48226. For phone and Zoom information, visit:
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@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit To view the full agenda, visit the same link as above:
waynecounty.com/elected/commis…
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit There will be time allotted for public comment. You may provide public comments via Zoom, phone, or email public comments to plane@waynecountymi.gov.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit This is my first time covering the Wayne County Commission and I admit I'm a bit excited about it! New adventures. ;)
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Their Zoom is already working, so they're "crushing it" in my book after navigating city government meetings last week amidst the Crowdstrike kerfuffle.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit 😂I may have jinxed it. The Zoom works but everyone is just waiting quietly.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Meet called to order at 10:07.
Quorum reached.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Invocation from Ms. Washington of District 11!
Quorum reached.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Invocation from Ms. Washington of District 11!
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Journal (aka public record/minutes) voted on and approved.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit "A resolution by all Commissioners honoring Eric Doeh for his outstanding contributions as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network" is currently happening. They are profusely thanking him and celebrating his amazing legacy.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Special presentation...Chair Bell honoring Ron Teasley for his achievements and impact as an athlete, coach and educator. ❤️
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit They're moving to Receive and File these reports. One person said he wants to be recorded as a "No" vote on #3.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit They're now discussing Item 6 (below). Questions arising about how this move to vacate the property after lease is up and how this relates or doesn't to other departments moving, etc.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Director of Facilities: Because of the expired contract, they have not used services. Want to put out an RFP so getting other proposals, not locked in with this vendor.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Public Services report voting is happening. Motion to receive and file carries.
Now on Report C.
Now on Report C.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit They are applauding Medical Examiner and Wayne State on their process improvements.
Motion carries.
Motion carries.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit E and F received and filed, too.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Testimonial Resolutions received and filed.
Memoriums: 7 names listed. T. Martin being discussed, he was only 46 years old. Started Detroit Takeover organization that moved around the country supporting the Detroit Lions. Was in IT for the city. Great guy and leader. 💔
Memoriums: 7 names listed. T. Martin being discussed, he was only 46 years old. Started Detroit Takeover organization that moved around the country supporting the Detroit Lions. Was in IT for the city. Great guy and leader. 💔
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Officer Mo in Melvindale being discussed. Was super dedicated to the community. Police officer and an athlete. Really has impacted the folks in the community.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Another officer was killed on impact in a tragic traffic accident. Sincere condolences go out to her.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit Public comments.
Male talking about SMART drivers not having a contract.
Male Chief of Legislation for Wayne County Prosecutor. He is honored to appear before you to talk about Kim Worthy, director of Finance, James Williams.
Male talking about SMART drivers not having a contract.
Male Chief of Legislation for Wayne County Prosecutor. He is honored to appear before you to talk about Kim Worthy, director of Finance, James Williams.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit aww. what a touching welcome!
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit The next meeting will be held August 15th.
Meeting adjourned at 10:54am.
Meeting adjourned at 10:54am.
@DetDocumenters @BridgeDet313 @chalkbeatDET @freep @metrotimes @michigan_public @media_outlier @PlanetDetroit @wdet @wxyzdetroit This concludes my coverage of the Wayne County Commission meeting. For more information, visit:
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Wayne County Commission
The Wayne County Commission and its employees are the legislative branch of county government. The chief role of the commission is to adopt a budget and enact ordinances. The commission also approves contracts, appointments and rules. The money is spent and ordinances are enforced through the administrative branch. The $1.5 billion budget runs the county operations that serve the more than 1.8 million people living in Wayne County.
