In a recent Flint City Council meeting, residents voiced concerns over local cleanup efforts and proposed changes to air pollution control regulations. James Moore, a Flint resident, highlighted issues with residents improperly disposing of tree limbs in the streets and parks, particularly Sawbras Park. He urged the council to implement a mobile service for limb collection before winter weather complicates the situation.

The council also discussed a proposed amendment to the air pollution control ordinance, specifically regarding open burning. The motion to send the resolution to special affairs for further discussion failed with a tie vote of 3-3. Several council members expressed their opposition to the amendment, citing a lack of support from constituents and concerns over health and safety related to wood burning. Councilwoman Priestley, however, defended the proposal, arguing it could provide fire safety education and generate revenue.

Ultimately, the ordinance failed to pass with a vote of 2-4 against it. The meeting concluded shortly after midnight, with the council agreeing to adjourn without further action on the proposed changes.