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Dearborn Heights council rejects terminating Parkland Park lease after residents and coaches push back
Summary
Council debated a proposed lease amendment to return Parkland Park to Wayne County, heard extended public comment from volunteers and coaches who said local programs would be harmed, and the motion to terminate the lease failed after council members said maintenance costs and community value needed closer study.
Council members voted down a motion to terminate the city’s lease of Parkland Park, 6500 Parkland Street, after a lengthy public comment period and council debate about maintenance costs and community value.
Councilman Hassan Saab moved to approve an amendment that would end the existing lease and allow Wayne County to take control; he said the city faces large upkeep costs for the 83‑acre property. “I don’t see why we would eliminate such a property that we have where you can have events and everything,” Saab said while outlining budget pressures and…
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