Mount Clemens places delinquent utility and general billings on 2025 tax roll

The commission approved placing delinquent utility and general billings on the 2025 summer tax roll using special assessment rolls 25-02 (utility bills) and 25-03 (general billings). City staff presented detailed totals and categories for delinquent general bills.

City staff reported special assessment roll 25-02 for delinquent utility bills in the amount of $24,528.82 and special assessment roll 25-03 for delinquent general bills (general-billing subtotal recorded in the meeting record). Staff then enumerated general-billing categories with amounts listed in the meeting record, including sidewalk charges, weed-cutting, downtown maintenance, vacant-registration fees, rental-registration fees, and enforcement fees. The city noted a 15% transfer fee applies to delinquent billings (except for sidewalk invoices) when placed on the tax roll.

Commissioners and members of the public expressed concern that placing liens on property tax rolls can lead to eviction or other harsh outcomes; commissioners noted that local water-bill assistance resources and referrals to Macomb Community Action can help residents avoid losing property in some cases. City staff confirmed the list and amounts are broken down per the special assessment rolls for review, and the commission voted to adopt the rolls as presented.

The action moves delinquent municipal charges to the tax roll for collection under local assessment procedures. Residents were reminded to contact the water department and Macomb Community Action Center for potential assistance.

Ending: The commission adopted the special assessment rolls by roll-call vote and recorded unanimous assent.