members of the public participating in the public hearings remotely (zoom
telephonic) that would like to make comments regarding the budget, charges,
and/or CIP.
- Laurel Smith, a Melvindale resident, addressed the Board regarding Melvindale
water rates, which she says are non-affordable to the residents that live in
Melvindale.
- Demeeko Williams, Chief Director of Hydrate Detroit, a 501(c)3 water rights
organization, addressed the Board regarding the proposed budget, charges, and
WRAP (Water Residential Assistance Program).
- Kathy S., a Melvindale resident, addressed the Board regarding water rate
increase, which she states the residents of Melvindale cannot afford.
- Honorable Joe Jackson, Mayor Pro-Tem, City of Melvindale, addressed the
Board regarding the high water bills in the community of Melvindale and asked if
there is any way possible to give the residents a break on the proposed charges.
- Salim, a Melvindale resident, addressed the Board regarding the high water
bills in Melvindale and asked to please give Melvindale a break and a solution to
help the residents of Melvindale get out of this struggle.
Noted from item 5. Public Comments:
Honorable Joe Jackson, Councilman - City of Melvindale, addressed the Board
regarding the proposed water rate increase for the City of Melvindale and stated
that Melvindale is a low-income city, and cannot sustain the proposed charges
and asked if there was any way possible to come to some type of agreement.
Chairperson Quadrozzi asked if there were any other members of the public that
would like to make comments regarding the budget, charges, and/or CIP.
There being no additional comments, Chairperson Quadrozzi adjourned the
public hearings at 3:08 p.m. to the call of the Chair, or the adoption of the
budget, charges, and CIP.
10. New Business (Items for Discussion)