City of Hamtramck-Town Hall Meeting June 8th, 2026

The City of Hamtramck held a town hall meeting on June 8, 2026, which included extensive public comments and council discussions on various municipal issues. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of contracts for lead service line replacements awarded to Super Construction, totaling over $4.5 million, and the authorization of a construction management services contract with Hennessy Engineers for approximately $319,000. The council also approved the purchase of sewer equipment valued at $167,000, funded through water source funds, and authorized a contract with Hydro Corp for a residential cross-connection control program. Additionally, a $223,000 grant from the Wilson Foundation was accepted for a pedestrian safety project, and a $5.6 million bond issuance was approved to fund lead service line replacements with 50% loan forgiveness. The council discussed and approved a $52,000 beautification project involving planter boxes at city intersections, with an annual maintenance cost of $25,000. Other notable procurement decisions included the selection of HQE Limited for a mass notification system following an RFP process with 11 bidders, and the appointment of a permanent police chief with a new employment agreement. Several resolutions related to city property sales, business hour amendments, and public safety ordinances were also debated and voted on. The meeting was marked by significant council discord and public criticism regarding professionalism and governance, but concluded with motions passed on key procurement and budget items.