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The consent calendar was moved by Councilman Hart and seconded by Councilman Hornbuckle. The voucher payment motion was made by Councilwoman Vakowski and supported by Councilman Hornbuckle; both motions passed without recorded roll‑call. Council members offered no substantive amendments during the vote.

Actions recorded from the meeting (consent items):
- Adoption of a resolution authorizing the mayor, city clerk and city attorneys to enter into opioid litigation settlement agreements and to execute all documents necessary to effectuate those settlements. Outcome: adopted (consent calendar).
- Adoption of a resolution proclaiming Aug. 31, 2025, Overdose Awareness Day in the City of Westland. Outcome: adopted (consent calendar).
- Approval of annual email filtering software subscription through CDWG, effective immediately for a one‑year period in an amount not to exceed $6,000. Outcome: approved (consent calendar).
- Payment of vouchers as presented. Outcome: approved.

Votes: The meeting record shows voice votes and the chair noted \"hearing and seeing none, motion passes\" for the consent calendar and subsequent voucher approval. No roll‑call vote tallies were recorded in the transcript.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Westland City Council Meeting - August 18, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council approved the consent calendar, including a resolution authorizing city officials to execute opioid litigation settlement agreements, a proclamation recognizing Aug. 31, 2025 as Overdose Awareness Day, an annual email filtering subscription and related voucher payments.","taxTitle","Westland City, Wayne County, Michigan","taxId",4547,"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},6692710,"Westland council introduces ordinance to allow charitable gaming in pool and billiard rooms",585,1144000,1729000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5606810-f1e3705c0dffb33b425e2090b5ae785f&start=1144&end=1729","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5606810-f1e3705c0dffb33b425e2090b5ae785f/thumbnail_1144000.jpg","/articles/6692710/Westland-City/Wayne-County/Michigan/Westland-council-introduces-ordinance-to-allow-charitable-gaming-in-pool-and-billiard-rooms","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6692710-f853fa4135cf160ca38c08d07c3da50a/orig.mp4?Expires=1773593031&Signature=G51kw6Ks5peuEchHiCoLlis39zV029iajqfhqN0chcAs8N8kajIXsxGpnb3M24Ue6W~4j4pgzA2g~VRtgWb0OcC7tk1tJnsD~eu9WD9cOU97gn3r~4HpQHqi~F0G7-pgBU-fR5V0uqSoUwAkHkH~zHt5eht8e0UHAO6s9hZSVg42lJoqoqI9~1RhtXSgr2-mAgqnXKvUIu5lrbnVYI3y1SzoQfvJ~wjBVHkLQGEeneJkmGqendtxSDIjXwasaJo1qgvf7yLn83S-PuWIjUEp-zXD0oYotTqD7UQZPluEK6hCUY7W4kI1Bnc4vXIleD5ewWBAw61UgaPnB03RIWYK7Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Westland City Council on a first reading introduced Ordinance 111‑B, an amendment to Chapter 14 of the Westland City Code that would allow charitable gaming activities to take place in pool and billiard rooms in the city. The motion to introduce the ordinance was made by Councilman Murkowski, supported by Councilman Hart, and passed on a voice vote with no roll-call recorded.

Councilmembers and staff framed the ordinance as narrow in scope. Councilwoman Rakowski said the change is \"probably a long time coming\" and observed that it would likely apply to a single existing local business. City Attorney Faso said the proposed $160 annual fee was set by comparing similar city permit fees and can be adjusted at final reading if needed: \"Yes, for most permits in the city, there's some associated fee for the time and effort involved by the clerk's office largely and, by finance to run down certain questions that may occur for that applicant.\" Officials clarified the city fee would be paid by the event organizer, not the charitable beneficiary.

Councilmembers pressed staff on how the proposed local fee relates to state licensing. Councilwoman Grama asked whether the city application would cover multiple events; staff said the ordinance as drafted treats permits \"one at a time\" and does not automatically grant coverage for multiple state‑licensed events. Several councilmembers said they preferred to move the ordinance forward today and gather more information at a short study session before the final reading. Councilman Hart said he was willing to advance the introduction to avoid delaying an organizer who had a time‑sensitive schedule, while reserving the right to amend the fee or coverage in subsequent readings.

The council directed staff to schedule a study session to review the fee structure and whether an annual city application should cover up to the four events that state practice sometimes allows. The ordinance remains at first reading; any changes to fee language or multi‑event coverage would appear at the final reading following the study session.

Actions recorded: introduction of Ordinance 111‑B (ordinance_first_reading). Motion: introduction of Ordinance 111‑B to amend Westland City Code Chapter 14 to allow charitable gaming in pool and billiard rooms. Mover: Councilman Murkowski. Second: Councilman Hart. Outcome: approved on introduction (voice vote; no roll call recorded). Notes: staff said the $160 figure is an annual fee per applicant as drafted; staff also said the city application currently covers a single event and that additional language would be required to cover multiple events in a calendar year.

Background: Councilmembers referenced past local practice of waiving certain rental fees for charitable organizations when the city provided facilities; several speakers noted that this ordinance covers activities occurring off site (in private business locations), which differs from fee waivers for city facilities. The council agreed to reconvene for a study session to consider whether the city's annual fee should, by ordinance, cover multiple state‑licensed events or remain per event.","The City Council gave first reading to Ordinance 111‑B, which would amend the city code to permit charitable gaming in pool and billiard rooms. Council discussed a $160 annual application fee, whether that should cover multiple events, and agreed to schedule a study session before final reading.",{"_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},6692695,"Mayor Coleman outlines park, fire station and pond projects; announces hazardous‑waste day and festival dates",190,3440000,3630000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5606810-f1e3705c0dffb33b425e2090b5ae785f&start=3440&end=3630","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5606810-f1e3705c0dffb33b425e2090b5ae785f/thumbnail_3440000.jpg","/articles/6692695/Westland-City/Wayne-County/Michigan/Mayor-Coleman-outlines-park-fire-station-and-pond-projects-announces-hazardouswaste-day-and-festival-dates","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6692695-d6edeadf80bc617bd77bfd1be7de713e/orig.mp4?Expires=1773593031&Signature=AXxLCCOP02fuadSRXa5LF18ldVjAP4OorzHDj4olQuhjvBUyKDXNtdGwLW-KdL36i7V~Tu-tD9D0IPUqqCze9TQruLDKx-UnXrKXWHon5ZWHsvQs82ZdthpSjUJp-IM6xbMsCLxuBPwOrY37qn2UVE1lztaSonBzWStKMkqXUaXbB82qxhlw3gIM5ceVnabSJZkgqpPZA43XxjZWQ9pR1IXSQSFpvAS1Ipb0ivP71PhT934z78kLe1XscpOs2hvtSkWVmPdUigIoR-X8pI4cw2n3EYcsR1I1XXoKs1lZglcqb0twdVph2GVVT1tZ2rOw2C7lLBW6Z~OUMaCeGo9gqQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Mayor Kevin Coleman used the administration's remarks to update the council and public on several city capital projects and upcoming community events.

Nankin Square and Amphitheatre: Coleman said work began in August 2024 and remains on schedule for potential completion this fall. The 3.7‑acre park will include nature and adventure play areas, an amphitheatre, gardens, boardwalks, walking trails and an events plaza. The city has an agreement with Westland Mall for overflow parking across from the park and will add on‑street handicap parking for direct access.

Fire Station 2: The mayor said the nearly 13,000‑square‑foot Fire Station 2 is in the final stages of construction and will house engine 2, rescue 2, fire administration offices and a training command center. He said the facility will allow the city to complete state‑required continuing education locally rather than sending firefighters to Livonia and Taylor, improving response capabilities.

Taylor Towers pond reopening: The pond was closed in 2007 after a state environmental agency found contamination; the mayor said his administration worked with consultants and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to remediate the site, adding clean soil and re‑grading eight acres. He said the area has reopened with signage prohibiting fishing, swimming, boating and skating and warning of deep water.

Other announcements: Wayne County household hazardous waste day will be Saturday, Aug. 23, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Westland Mall. The mayor invited residents to a free community movie night Thursday, Aug. 28, at Corrado Park. He also announced a craft beer and wine festival Sept. 13 at Central City Park (early‑bird $30 tickets include samples and a commemorative cup) and the mayor's state of the city address Sept. 9 at the new Fire Station 2 (RSVP requested). The official ribbon cutting for Fire Station 2 is planned for Sept. 11 at 11 a.m.

Coleman reiterated this work is intended to improve park amenities, training capacity for emergency responders and neighborhood access to city facilities. No formal council vote was required for the project updates announced during his remarks.","Mayor Kevin Coleman provided updates on Nankin Square and Amphitheatre, the new Fire Station 2 and the reopened pond at Taylor Towers; he also announced an upcoming Wayne County hazardous‑waste collection day and local community events.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6692700,"Blues, Brews and Barbecue donates $14,300 to local community groups",515,324000,839000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5606810-f1e3705c0dffb33b425e2090b5ae785f&start=324&end=839","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5606810-f1e3705c0dffb33b425e2090b5ae785f/thumbnail_324000.jpg","/articles/6692700/Westland-City/Wayne-County/Michigan/Blues-Brews-and-Barbecue-donates-14300-to-local-community-groups","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6692700-75d7cb86049c049653a080847cac6bac/orig.mp4?Expires=1773593031&Signature=ZKpsWK8oN4BdEudbej3ehuvjfwTGuYzlLmN-U9sRmn4VcOnywI7sOWnEl6Mnpof2rMvnUxDfwLyNXp2U597gCodxwntNXv~xbQXjheDD4QMipQRdjEnj-fBZD4pbuS0qyy56tDABlWllJuaqtG3pvu~9wjTAmN-N8CiWb3n13eaze4TZakhpO4S7A2Rs0EfhCvTL-ktCxwAXld1j3gQHoyvpW6~Pc0AYHzsL8OGI827S9HGk3eZ84as5UVzVPMM-rL9qSqS1NLSa7Gz5A8-40ftamPSQHKCwC4PpUtNTyi~zhcpQj3ifoJFj16MA2BSTI0DJA~DCy7O8buW0DV-rXw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Mayor Kevin Coleman and Westland City officials on Monday night presented donation checks totaling $14,300 to local volunteer and nonprofit groups that worked this year’s Blues, Brews and Barbecue festival.

At a presentation on the council dais, Mayor Coleman thanked city employees, public safety personnel and volunteers and said the event \"takes a whole lot of people to get that great family event here in our city accomplished.\" Coleman noted the festival has returned $155,000 to community groups since the event began and then introduced each recipient to receive the event check and a photo opportunity.

Amounts announced for individual groups were: Developed Dance Project, $200; Esco Youth Development, $250; Kiwanis Club of Westland, $300; Friends of the Westland Library, $350; Gateway Family Worship Center, $350; Westland Lions Club, $425; Knights of Columbus, $500; Westland Historical Society, $500; St. John's Episcopal Church, $650; Westland Rotary Club, $750; Norwayne Community Citizens Council, $1,200; Civitan Club of Westland, $1,425; Westland Firefighter Charity Fund, $2,000; Westland Democratic Club, $2,206.01; and Redford Area JC's, $3,200. The mayor gave a grand total of $14,300 for the night.

Councilmembers and the mayor recognized that not every group had a representative in the room; some checks will be delivered later. The presentation concluded with a group photograph.

Speakers and attributions in this account are taken from the presentation at the start of the meeting; the mayor led the remarks and identified the recipient organizations and amounts. No formal council action or vote was required to make these presentations; they were recognitions and check presentations following the festival.","Mayor Coleman and council presented checks to community volunteer groups following the city’s Blues, Brews and Barbecue event; the mayor said the festival has donated $155,000 to community groups since its inception.","actionData","errors"]

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Council approves consent calendar, opioid‑settlement resolution and overdose awareness proclamation

Westland council introduces ordinance to allow charitable gaming in pool and billiard rooms

Mayor Coleman outlines park, fire station and pond projects; announces hazardous‑waste day and festival dates

Blues, Brews and Barbecue donates $14,300 to local community groups