7-21-26 City Council Meeting

The Sterling Heights City Council held a meeting on July 21, 2026, which included a significant procurement-related discussion regarding the approval of a contract with Eagle Hill Consulting LLC for strategic planning consulting services for the police department. The contract, with an estimated first-year expenditure of $88,500, aims to develop a strategic plan focusing on the department's organizational environment, leadership alignment, and operational effectiveness. The council discussed the scope and phases of the strategic planning process, including stakeholder engagement and employee surveys, and unanimously approved the contract. Additionally, the meeting featured public comments expressing concerns about the city's use of the Flock automated license plate reader (ALPR) system, focusing on privacy, data sharing with external agencies, and audit practices. The police chief responded by highlighting recent successes using the system, clarifying data sharing policies, and noting improvements in audit frequency. The council committed to reviewing audit logs and continuing to balance public safety with privacy rights. Other agenda items included appointments to city boards and commissions and community event announcements.