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Parade: The council approved a resolution to hold the 2025 Memorial Day Parade on Harper Avenue on May 25, closing the route from 9 Mile to 11 Mile, and accepted the parade committee’s request for volunteers and fundraising. Pam Mason, parade committee chair, and volunteer coordinator Maria Gala described staffing needs; the council voted to approve the parade request unanimously. Motion to approve made by Council member Revels and seconded by Council member Frederick.

Police DROP extension: Council extended Police Chief Jason Allen’s participation in the Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) for an additional three years, through 2028, pursuant to Public Act 728. Chief Allen and council members noted the continuity the extension provides while the new police facility is under construction; the resolution passed by voice vote.

Civic Arena dehumidifier: The council approved a purchase of a replacement wheel assembly for the Civic Arena dehumidification unit from Delta Temp for $53,500, with an associated budget amendment. Robert Spinazzola, Parks and Recreation director, said replacing the wheel should extend the life of the dehumidification system 5–10 years and removed the full replacement from the capital plan. The motion was moved by Council member Frederick and supported by Council member Karen; the measure passed unanimously.

Solinski Green Farmhouse roof: Staff recommended and the council awarded a contract to Weatherseal Home Improvements to remove and replace the cedar shingle roof (plus gutters and downspouts) for the Solinski Green Farmhouse. The bid was $38,280; with a 10% contingency the total award was $42,108 to be split between the general fund and the historical commission repair account. Council member Frederick moved the award; the motion passed unanimously.

Each item was on the council’s consent or near‑consent agenda and passed with majority approval; where funding or contingency was required, staff said the budget adjustments would be processed through departmental budgets.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council Meeting - April 7, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","At its April 7 meeting the council approved a resolution for the Memorial Day parade, extended the police chief’s DROP participation, approved a $53,500 repair for the Civic Arena dehumidifier wheel, and awarded a cedar‑shingle roof contract for the Solinski Green Farmhouse with contingency.","taxTitle","St. Clair Shores, Macomb County, Michigan","taxId",4092,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6592310,"St. Clair Shores approves 12 license‑plate reader cameras; police policy to precede use",647,1353000,2000000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2895624-f7a290f24fb8d69116a8d85a64c9d0f0&start=1353&end=2000","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2895624-f7a290f24fb8d69116a8d85a64c9d0f0/thumbnail_1353000.jpg","/articles/6592310/St-Clair-Shores/Macomb-County/Michigan/St-Clair-Shores-approves-12-licenseplate-reader-cameras-police-policy-to-precede-use","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6592310-f3fc9dea9830dec1ec8580aa1eff7935/orig.mp4?Expires=1770437871&Signature=ntvN0pIXWAS~IldohLvDUNjJCCKrALWv6c0pStokVBm~ZHWkFdzonjpMa2VuwVaHAC1c94UX1uPOuoW9MwOV49FC6itYckEyOM4N5jU-VySWSSm7JOZ7GDFjpI5IOwe1f0GkaKiFQrLOftPzOLuQSpbCl8elm4KUCN5D0BB9wP8dRr7gJR7bWGNZdLa5HVirAQzNw2Xc6gfBOzlZgPBosCH3D5cyltbDCD-fJanMW4TmBBfpuCyDLSwRMZA5IrACcN7BsLi1iOnvepqWDk2tR5J1J3aVP65HdMA9DHek8fSNbPeZ88VtX5--4M-XUyCc8JVVj8EbymkyJ3MC4kLmlg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","St. Clair Shores City Council approved a five‑year contract April 7 with Flock Safety for the purchase, installation and use of 12 license‑plate reader (LPR) cameras, with first‑year costs of $43,800 and annual fees of $36,000 for years two through five.

Chief Jason Allen told the council the system would “read, give notifications of stolen vehicles, missing people that are associated with vehicles” and store still images of license plates and vehicle descriptions for 30 days. “If we need to access that information, it’s there for us. If it’s not utilized, we never see it and then it’s just purged from the system,” he said. He said the city will pay subscription and installation fees out of drug‑forfeiture funds, which the department and staff consider an allowable use.

Council members sought limits on access, retention and disclosure. Council member Karen said policy language under review would make clear that images and data are retained only as case‑related evidence and that access would be restricted and tracked. “It’s not a generic ‘we’re just gonna save all the data for this month,’” Karen said. Council member Vitale emphasized the cameras are intended as an investigative tool for human‑initiated cases, not an automated enforcement system: “These aren’t speed cameras. These aren’t license‑plate expiration date cameras or anything like that. This is all detective level.”

Council members also asked about discovery and disclosure in criminal cases. A city official present said that, under discovery rules, evidence used by prosecutors would be shared with defense counsel as required by law.

The council moved to approve a five‑year contract with Flock Safety for the installation and use of 12 cameras, totaling $43,800 for year one and $36,000 per year for years two through five, and to approve the corresponding purchase order. Council member Rebello moved the motion; Council member Frederick seconded. The motion passed 5‑0.

Chief Allen said staff circulated a draft department policy in advance of the meeting and would incorporate council feedback; he said the final policy will be in place before the cameras are activated. Council members asked for periodic reports on operational outcomes and examples of cases in which the system aided investigations.

Chief Allen and other speakers noted many neighboring jurisdictions use the same vendor and that St. Clair Shores’ access to a regional system will diminish without a subscription. Council members said the city’s policy work should address access controls, retention limits, audit trails and procedures for lawful disclosure.

Funding and schedule: staff said cameras could be installed in about two months after contract execution and policy finalization.","The council approved a five‑year contract with Flock Safety for 12 license‑plate reader cameras, funded from drug‑forfeiture funds. Council members pressed for strict access controls and a final department policy before the system is activated; vote was 5‑0.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6592315,"St. Clair Shores council awards $1.53 million 12‑Mile water‑main contract amid complaints about prior project",894,2183000,3077000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2895624-f7a290f24fb8d69116a8d85a64c9d0f0&start=2183&end=3077","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2895624-f7a290f24fb8d69116a8d85a64c9d0f0/thumbnail_2183000.jpg","/articles/6592315/St-Clair-Shores/Macomb-County/Michigan/St-Clair-Shores-council-awards-153-million-12Mile-watermain-contract-amid-complaints-about-prior-project","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6592315-3c417ff704fde804f5b41c02d810dfff/orig.mp4?Expires=1770437871&Signature=bhMTV7wimGSkNwkHMwhaAKiFKxdLSpQl9iRsQBQ8HfQtsHMkHnzYnfBm5mmUsz1ibp519V4UG3d-pjf1imvv~gSMHNeRSLsyEQneOxd2CvteXZN2DbHwn3wHua121RjdIWBVd-OheQ8fR8G76lKzp5xSRzhXzR1VaRBGqyw4jPw9WltyfR7yGEe165ZIr3KCJtdKHbu7lzK69ICu2fONWC8-h0FgglpFCLJvjHSquyywVAShr6R73baylPMIO57288L~jnwzvhKU3A3Ripa68sOFDolO78ttCkrt9VCLnD1v~Hvvu-WzEJUWCAP9V4UxUFAQS2mu48ufzDCXvUY2lA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","St. Clair Shores City Council voted 4‑1 April 7 to award the 12‑Mile water‑main replacement contract to FDM Contracting for $1,390,413 with a 10% contingency, bringing the total potential award to $1,529,454.

City staff recommended choosing the second‑lowest bidder rather than the apparent low bidder because of problems that arose during a previous Florence and Ridgeway project, and to reduce the risk on one of the city’s busiest corridors. “12 Mile Road is a county road. It is one of our most heavily traveled corridors, and it is imperative that the project go as smoothly as possible,” said Denise Pike, introducing the item and the staff recommendation.

The project will replace an existing 1927 cast‑iron main between Little Mac and Harper with HDPE and ductile iron pipe. Eric Hansen, an engineer with Fishbeck who worked on the design, explained that the contract includes an alternate for HDPE because of pricing and constructability; the installation method will primarily be directional drilling to put new pipe in the greenbelt rather than under the travel lanes.

The low bidder’s representative, Dino Servi — owner of Brico Excavating — told the council during public comment that his company was surprised to learn it might be passed over. “The city has made accusations regarding the Florence and Ridgeway project, and this is why they do not want to award us the 12‑mile project,” Servi said, asking the council to note his company’s 29 years in business and offering to meet with staff to address concerns.

Pike acknowledged the Florence/Ridgeway project generated substantial resident complaints and operational problems: “The project was not kept clean. It was very difficult for people to get through those streets. Roads were shut down without advance notice.” She said staff reviewed references and recommended FDM based on positive experience from neighboring communities and the desire to limit disruption on 12 Mile.

Council members debated the tradeoff between price and contractor performance. “I’m willing to pay a little bit more on this contract to get that kind of good service and even to send the message that we expect that good service,” said Council member Lisonbee, who also urged written after‑action project evaluations be added to future project files. Council member Frederick moved to award the contract; Council member Karen seconded the motion. Council members Rebello, Frederick, Karen and Vitale voted in favor. Council member Lisonbee cast the lone no vote. The motion passed 4‑1.

Council directed staff to follow up with the unsuccessful low bidder to explain the decision and asked staff to develop formal project evaluation documentation for future contracts.

The staff recommendation estimated a construction budget based on Fishbeck’s estimate at $1.8 million; the recommended award plus contingency totals $1,529,454. Staff told council work would be scheduled to limit traffic impacts along the heavily used corridor.

The council did not set an immediate start date in the meeting; staff said they would return with scheduling information and any necessary permits and traffic control plans.","Council voted 4‑1 to award the 12‑Mile water‑main replacement contract to FDM Contracting for $1,529,454 (including 10% contingency), after staff cited resident complaints and site‑management problems on a prior Florence/Ridgeway project and the low bidder’s disputed track record prompted public comment.","actionData","errors"]

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Votes at a glance: council approves parade permit, DROP extension, arena repair and farmhouse roof

St. Clair Shores approves 12 license‑plate reader cameras; police policy to precede use

St. Clair Shores council awards $1.53 million 12‑Mile water‑main contract amid complaints about prior project