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Votes at a glance: Sterling Heights council advances ordinance introduction, approves CDBG plan and MOUs, backs municipal bond tax exemption
Summary
The Sterling Heights City Council on March 17 approved introduction of a code amendment for nuisance conditions at dumpster locations, adopted its FY2025–26 CDBG one‑year action plan, approved three MOUs to codify position changes and passed a resolution urging preservation of the federal tax exemption for municipal bonds.
Sterling Heights City Council took a number of formal procedural and funding actions at its March 17 meeting. Most were approved by voice vote after brief presentations and limited discussion.
Key outcomes
- Ordinance introduction: Council voted to introduce an ordinance to amend Chapter 23, Section 23‑10 of the city code to establish new regulations addressing nuisance conditions related to permitted, non‑compliant mechanical containers (dumpsters) at commercial establishments and condominium complexes that do not receive curbside collection. Assistant City Attorney Don Denault presented the proposed language; Councilmember John Radke moved the introduction.
- CDBG one‑year action plan: The council approved the fiscal year 2025–26 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan and authorized staff to complete the federal application. HUD program coordinator Sydney Aller summarized the Citizens Advisory Committee recommendations and the city’s estimated…
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