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CITY ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT September 2010

FINANCE & BUDGET DIVISION B. Baker, Finance & Budget Director

FINANCE & BUDGET Finance & Budget Issues We finished reviewing the year-end revenue and expenditures by account for every City fund and will have assisted Financial Services in writing the management analysis and the accompanying transmittal letter. We have also reviewed a draft copy of the City’s 2009/10 fiscal year Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). We prepared an analysis of Ford’s tax appeals and new investments for discussion at the September 21st City Council meeting. We completed a three-year Sterlingfest cost comparison report which was presented and discussed by the City Manager at the September 21st City Council meeting. We have continued to review all capital improvement projects that were not completed last year to determine the amount of funding needed to be reappropriated in the first budget amendment. We met with Chrysler representatives who agreed to drop all of their tax appeals. With this behind us, we can proceed with the required public hearing to transfer the existing Stamping Plant tax abatements. We will set the date for the October 20th public hearing at the October 6th Council meeting. As part of the GFOA’s Budget Review Panel, we reviewed the budget document from the City of Park Ridge, Illinois. 2011/12 Capital Budget The Capital Budget manuals for next year’s budget were distributed on September 15 and all requests will be due by October 20. The Capital Coordinating Unit (CCU) meetings are scheduled for November to review capital requests.

Performance Reporting We have reviewed and verified all department 2010 data submitted to the ICMA’s Center for Performance Measurements. In addition, we have submitted all departments’ expenditure and personnel time data. We have completed compiling performance information for the City’s Calendar/Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) and have updated the necessary graphs and narrative. All of this information has been given to Community Relations. We gathered additional key financial benchmark information from the 10 largest Michigan communities in order to include this information in the budget and in the City’s calendar. This information was also presented by the City Manager at the September 21st City Council meeting. Meetings The Director attended meetings regarding: MGFOA Legislative Committee, General Employees Retirement Board, Investment Committee, Plante & Moran Fraud Audit, EDA grant award, and City’s Auto Task Force.

ASSESSING Assessing Issues The City Assessor prepared a schedule relating to the Ford Motor Company’s partial payment of the summer 2010 property taxes based on the new personal property depreciation tables. City Administration spoke to the City of Dearborn and Wayne County officials about the impact of the new Qualified Automobile Manufacturing Depreciation Rate Issue. The City also prepared a 2010 personal property revenue loss calculation relating to these new multipliers. The City Assessor prepared a report detailing the impact of the personal property multipliers with the value of new tax abatements and related tax abatement issues at the Ford axle plant. The City Assessor reviewed the following Split Applications during September 2010: SPL-0711 & 0712 The City Assessor spoke with City Administration regarding the Chrysler Group LLC’s Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP), walked through the facility and prepared a report that is required by the MEDC Brownfield Plan that addresses the plant’s functional obsolescence. The City Assessor discussed the implication of Chrysler Real Property and 328 Application issues with their staff and how it related to existing appeals and projected property values.

Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption Certificate (IFEC) Issues The City Assessor reviewed the Ford Motor Company IFEC Application at 41111 Van Dyke and the 328 (Property Tax Exemption) Application at 39000 Mound Road and prepared Staff Reports, Agenda Statements (2), City Council backup information packets and met with City Administration about implications arising from recommended abatement & exemption terms. The City Assessor also prepared a Tax Abatement History Report for the Ford Motor Company. The IFEC Letter of Agreement was modified in an effort to make the approval process easier. The City Assessor revised the agenda statement for Norbert Industries for October 5, 2010 to set the IFEC Public Hearing for the October 19th City Council meeting and also prepared the October 19th City Council Staff Report, Agenda Statement and backup information packets. The City Assessor prepared a MEDC Commitment Letter for a future tax abatement application to be filed by Mountain Valley Recycling at a vacant industrial facility at 6700 18½ Mile Road. The City Assessor prepared a request for repayment of a 2005 tax abatement (2005-635) currently held by PMC Gage at 6107 Progress Drive based on a recent vacation of the facility. The City Assessor prepared an Agenda Statement, Staff Report and City Council backup for a tax abatement request filed by the Acra Grinding Company - 40597 Brentwood Dr. Michigan Tax Tribunal (MTT) & State Tax Commission (STC) Issues The City Assessor reviewed the appraisal for the Forum at Gateways Shopping Center, assembled local shopping center sales, walked through the property and prepared a settlement offer for the pending 2007-10 appeals as well as a subsequent counteroffer. The City Assessor prepared a tax refund detail for the previously settled 2007 SANAYA Appeal. The City Assessor reviewed settlement info for CPD Properties (2), D’Agostini Land Co (3), K & K Die (3) & Kunath Enterprises (3), & emailed their attorney information. The City Assessor prepared new settlement offer for 2009 NJT 06 Real Property Appeal. The City Assessor and City Attorney met with the attorney for the owner of Imperial Investments (Hickory Heights); negotiated settlement for the 2008 Tax Tribunal Appeal. Appraiser III (Roxanne Reeder) reviewed the Maplecrest (43928 Mound) & Little Mounds (35450 Dequindre Rd) MTT Appeals; made recommendations to City Assessor. Appraiser III (Dawn Peterson) input 19 MTT consent judgments involving 96 parcels and five Final Opinions, wrote an exception to one proposed judgment and prepared 81 Form 3452’s, prepared four stipulation forms and input one STC decision along with preparing new taxable value spreadsheets.

Appraiser III (Jerry Jackson) prepared one sales comparison worksheet for a MTT Small Claims appeal and prepared an answer for another Small Claims Appeal (Docket #0399057). Appraisal Staff Issues Roxanne Reeder wrote letters to four businesses regarding issues relating to their personal property statements. She also processed four 2010 personal property statements that were received late and scanned those statements into the BS&A Equalizer system. She also scanned personal property statements into the system, shredded old personal property statements and old out of business files and worked on the Maplecrest & Little Mounds appeals. Internal Personal Property Audit Correspondence Detail

Sent Letters to Companies to be Audited: 9 Personal Property Audits performed: 3 Sent L-4154’s to businesses to sign: 2 Sent L-4154’s with concurrence to the State Tax Commission: 1 Processed STC Orders: 4

Dawn Peterson input five local unit denials of P.R.E., four overturns of P.R.E. Denial by the Dept of Treasury, and one Order of Determination. She also pulled 19 warranty deeds from the Mac Co website and input, scanned and attached them. She created six new parcels for 2011, made folders, apportioned values and input the parcels into the Equalizer system. She scanned and attached 312 Central Air Conditioning Permits. She also mailed out 128 Real Property Statements for foreclosure sales and 80 statements for “arm’s length” sales for the sales period May 28, 2010 - Aug 31, 2010. She digitally sketched 106 houses and verified deed transactions for the Equalization studies. Jerry Jackson prepared 3 commercial or commercial sales summary sheets & prepared 3 Real Property Statements. He reviewed 28 commercial or industrial permits & appraised 1 new building and 4 building alterations. He continued the commercial and industrial sales research program by completing four interviews this month (17 to date). He prepared custom reports for Ford Motor Co IFT & Ad Valorem Parcels, reports for number of garages & updated the commercial & industrial vacancy studies. He assisted in preparing the Top 20 Mi Municipalities SEV Report. He updated the commercial & industrial Asking Price Surveys & prepared a tax estimate for 6600 Product Dr. Appraiser I (Lori Peterson) drew apex sketches for 12 residential parcels, made field sheets that were then stored in the J-Drive, & took photos of a number of condominium complexes to assist in comparing complexes for ECFs and land values. She wrote letters to 7 property owners about finished basements or new egress windows. Residential Appraisals (Lori Peterson) New Houses/Condos: 5 Porches/Patios: 14 Additions: 2 Sheds: 2 Garages: 1 Pools: 2 Decks: 10 Other: 1

Clerical Staff Issues Appraiser I (Patty Figurski) ran, printed and checked control totals each morning from the Equalizer Assessing Information System to insure that the database is sound and changes have not corrupted existing assessing information totals. She also sorted and distributed 218 building permits and 137 mechanical permits to the appraisers in the Assessing Office. She also assisted in creating mailing labels for a public notification project near Ina Drive, assisted the City Fire Department with an exhaustive ICMA information project, assisted with the Top 20 Michigan Municipalities SEV Report and worked on December Hardship Petitions. Appraiser Aide (Shawn Biernat) provided new owner info to Com Rel, scanned & attached 313 documents, received 30 Hardship Exemption Applications for the Dec BOR, & assisted in the Ina Dr “mailing label” project. Assessing Staff Performance Indicators Resident Assessing Property Online Retrievals: 43,302 Resident Assessing Comparables Online Retrievals: 999 Deeds & Property Owner Updates: 510 Property Transfer Affidavits & Name Changes Processed: 286 Principal Residence Exemption Affidavits & Rescissions Processed: 224 Assessing Local Meetings and Education Matt Schmidt attended the Sterling Heights Automotive Task Force meeting held at the Sterling Heights Library on September 13th. Roxanne Reeder and Jerry Jackson attended a Macomb Assessors Organization (MAO) monthly business meeting on September 14th in Harrison Township. Matt Schmidt organized a meeting in Sterling Heights of assessors regarding the status of the effort to oppose the new STC Qualified Automotive Depreciation Tables on September 27th. Roxanne Reeder attended a MAA Short Course in Grand Rapids on September 29th and 30th and October 1st on Michigan Tax Tribunal Procedures.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Controller

• Prepared for annual financial audit and single audit (federal awards) • Attended meeting regarding accounting for LDFA activity • Assisted various departments with grant reimbursement requests

Accounts Payable The following Accounts Payable activity took place during September:

• Attended MUNIS 8.2 webinar (new version enhancements) • Attended meeting regarding accounting for LDFA activity • Prepared Annual CPR (CDBG) report for HUD

Documents processed by accounts payable are fairly consistent with the prior two years for the same period. The following chart represents document processing activity for the quarters ended September 30, 2008 thru 2010.

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Total documents processed for the quarter ended September 30, 2008, 2009 and 2010 were 4,184, 3,993 and 4,211, respectively. This represents a 5.5% increase in the number of invoices processed for this period over the previous year. Payroll The following Payroll activity took place during September:

• Attended Munis 8.2 webinar (new version enhancements) • Attended ICMA webinar regarding regulatory updates • Attended AT&T meeting regarding billing issues

The Payroll Office continues to gain employee participation in direct deposit of compensation checks. As of the last pay for the month of September 2010, 86.6% of all employees receive their paycheck as direct deposit as compared to 85.5% a year ago. This represents a 1.1% change in the percentage over the same period last year. The following chart demonstrates the change over this period for years 2005 thru 2010.

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Section 125 plan reimbursement requests processed totaled thirty, requiring three hours processing time.

PURCHASING/RISK MANAGEMENT General Prepared for and attended Closed Session meeting with City Council to discuss the status of a claim in litigation. Attended a “green” cleaning supply presentation by a local vendor. The products are being “field tested” by Facilities Maintenance. Met with Office Depot representatives to discuss new cooperative contracts. Attended the Michigan Public Purchasing Officials Association annual conference. Met with Police Department Administration to discuss various upcoming purchases with new grant funding. Worked on and completed the ICMA Purchasing and Risk Management templates. Inspected a claimed sidewalk defect in response to notice of claim from an attorney. The Purchasing Department sold excess City property via auction, with the City receiving a total of $350.00 for the month of September. Bids, Proposals, and Quotes Bids and Quotes were sent out, received, and reviewed for the following: Purchase of a Fire Line Compound 10” x 2” or 12” x 2” Water Meter and Strainer; Government Report Covers; Parking Lot Lighting; Utility Trailer. 57 purchase orders were processed during the month of September. Agenda Statements Agenda statements were evaluated and prepared for five items that were presented at the September City Council meetings. Claims / Lawsuits: New property / liability / subrogation claims and incidents: 12 A subrogation recovery was received in the amount of $382.66 ($191.33 each from Auto Owners and Frankenmuth Insurance companies) for damage to a fire hydrant at Van Dyke and 17 Mile Rd that involved two cars. There were no new lawsuits received in September. Safety / Training / Other The Monthly Loss Control Committee meeting was held on September 14, 2010.

TREASURY

Treasury Office • During September the Treasury staff processed 3,375 summer property tax bills

collecting over $11,994,430. Additionally, 922 tax bills, worth $3,878,483 were collected via the City’s lockbox at Comerica Bank.

• The City provides many avenues for residents to use credit cards to remit payments for a variety of services. The following table shows the level of credit card activity within various areas of the City for the current fiscal year and the prior two fiscal years.

Current Year-to-Date

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Total Fiscal 2008/2009

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Amount

Treasury 783 $ 696,008 2,497 $ 906,445

2,006 $ 982,926

41A Court 1,380 212,076 5,444 822,855 3,795 561,445 Parks & Rec. 1,364 83,183 3,696 260,272 3,830 247,269 Utility Billing 2,846 353,206 10,468 1,069,003 9,300 975,794 Building 22 5,290 125 20,649 53 6,954 Library 423 5,897 1,604 17,587 1,254 14,993 Total 6,818 $1,355,660 23,834 $3,096,81

1 20,238 $2,789,38

1 Average $ / Transaction $198.84 $129.93 $137.83

• During September 59,487 public record data retrievals were conducted by residents and others using the BS&A Equalizer Internet product. Included in that total were 13,618 property tax inquiries and 1,568 special assessment inquiries. The following graph shows the number of retrievals by month for the fiscal year.

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Public Record Data - Retrievals (by month)

• Treasury and Department of Public Works staff generated 256 general billing invoices with a total value of $208,686 during September. Treasury also issued 121 false alarm warning letters during the month.

Utility Billing

• 21 customers began using the auto-pay option in September, while three customers terminated the service. This brings the total number of auto-pay users to 2,835.

• Water bills prepared during September and issued October 1 contained residential summer discounts totaling $235,485.81.

• The on-line service registered 2,263 hits during September 2010, which was below the 2,567 hits registered last year.

• 56 customer bankruptcy filings and items of correspondence were processed during September with an additional seven Chapter 7 cases backed logged for processing. Billing staff continues to coordinate collection of charges under bankruptcy protection with the City Attorney’s Office.

• The number of residents registered under the budget-billing program increased by two to 154 as of the end of the month.

• The number of radio-read transmitters installed at commercial/industrial utility customer locations increased to 5,320 during September.

• During September web-based credit card payments were made by 997 customers, paying 1,125 bills totaling $147,354.25. Additionally, customers made 11,232 payments, totaling $2,439,535.22 via the City’s water/sewer billing lockbox at Comerica Bank.

Pension Administration Office

• Responded to 27 requests from members for clarification of benefits and related research issues.

• Two estimated pension and one EDRO calculations were processed for the General Employees Retirement System (GERS) during the month.

• Annual retiree/beneficiary verifications were prepared and issued to all individuals drawing a pension from the GERS.

• Prepared agendas for the regular monthly and quarterly performance review meetings of the GERS Board, as well as related correspondence with the custodial bank, legal counsel, financial advisor and various money mangers.

• Prepared summary memos listing cost savings provided by various vendors to the pension systems, Retiree Health Care Trust Fund and deferred compensation plans under the voluntary 5% cost reduction program requested by the Boards.

• Filed three proof-of-claim forms for securities litigation under various class action lawsuits.

General Employees Retirement System (GERS) At the September 2010 regular meeting, the Board approved addendums to two service provider contracts reducing fees paid by 5% for both. The Board also approved the service retirement of Sandra Keith, Evidence Clerk, Police department. The monthly reports for August were received in September as follows: August 2010 August 2009 Change Securities lending income-FYTD $321.46 $2,012.71 (84.03)%Number of retirees 277 260 6.54%Pension payments for month $607,305.91 $525,496.37 15.57%Pension payments YTD $4,977,027.17 $4,585,009.56 8.55%Market value of portfolio * $100,234,128.71 $98,890,441.41 1.36%

• Represents a 3.16% decrease from the July 2010 balance.

Public Act 20 - Investment Activity As of August 31, 2010 the Public Act 20 portfolio was invested in full compliance with the investment policy adopted by the City Council. As shown by the pie graph below, the actively invested portion of the portfolio was slightly below the 85% target set by the investment committee. It should be noted that the portfolio contained a small balance of certificates of deposit (CD) as of August 31, 2010. The addition of CD’s during the month is an indication that demand for funds is increasing among certain local banks and that rates being paid by these banks are competitive with commercial paper rates on the short end of the duration ladder. In addition, the amount held in federal agencies was reduced during August due to several securities being called early by the issuer. This portion of the portfolio will be built back to the target percentage over time as favorable securities are available in the market.

PUBLIC ACT 20 PORTFOLIO HOLDINGSAUGUST 31, 2010

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The bar graph below compares the actual holdings by investment type to the target set by the City’s investment committee.

PUBLIC ACT 20 HOLDINGS AUGUST 31, 2010 ACTUAL % COMPARED TO TARGET %

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The fiscal year-to-date yield earned for the combined portfolio (2.34%) exceeds the average benchmark (two-year Treasury note yield of 0.981%) set by the investment committee. The year-to-date results of investment activity for the period ended August 31, 2010 were as follows:

2010/11 2009/10 Change Earnings $180,844 $328,614 (44.97)% Percent of Budget 21.42% 16.10% 33.04% Yield: Overnight 0.24% 2.08% (88.46)% Active Invest. 2.69% 3.11% (13.50)% Portfolio Balance: Overnight $17,400,633 $ 46,974,576 (62.96)% Active Invest. $84,814,922 $ 68,171,100 24.41% Total Portfolio $102,215,555 $115,145,676 (11.23)%

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIVISION W. Blessed, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk

CITY CLERK

November 2, 2010 General Election The office has been busy with preparations for the election. Letters have been sent to the election inspectors informing them of the training schedule and precinct assignment. As of this date, most of them have responded to our office. As of the end of September the office had received requests for 9,515 Absentee ballots. They will be sent out through October 8. Each even year November election, this office contacts area high school government teachers to recruit high school students to work as election inspectors. In order to comply with labor laws, they only work from 10:30 am to 9:00 pm and they are paid $75 for the day. We have been hiring these high school students for several elections and it has been a very successful program. We have also placed ads on the City cable channel and issued press releases to hire additional full day election inspectors for Election Day. The full day election inspectors work from 6:00 AM to 9:00 or 10:00 PM and they are paid $135 for the day. In addition, we are utilizing students from the Utica Leaning Academy that will fulfill their community service requirements through serving as volunteer election workers. Test decks have been completed for the absentee counting boards. The tabulators and memory cards for the absentee counting boards will be tested next month.

Liquor License Applications Candles, Inc. a new restaurant located at 5738 Fifteen Mile Road has filed an application to transfer a Class C liquor license located in escrow from Warren. Cheeseburger In Paradise, 13883 Lakeside Circle, has applied to transfer the Class C liquor license. The restaurant will still be operated as Cheeseburger In Paradise but with new owners. Ichiban Japanese Bistro, Inc. 44955 Hayes has applied to transfer the tavern license (beer and wine) held in escrow by Pizza Hut of America Inc. at 43650 Schoenherr and upgrade it to a Class C license. JEZC Inc., 13911 Nineteen Mile Road has applied to transfer the escrowed Class C license from Lone Star Steakhouse and Saloon of Michigan Inc. at 33950 Van Dyke and add new Dance-Entertainment permit. Irish Beer Works SH Inc., 13100 Hall Road has applied to transfer Class C license from Bone Yard on Hall Road Inc. and add new Dance –Entertainment Permit. Macy’s Retail Holdings, 14200 Lakeside Circle has applied to transfer Class C license through a stock transfer at this location. Grand Azteca VI, Inc. 40300 Van Dyke, has applied to transfer escrowed Class C license form Hooters of Sterling Heights, Inc. Junkyard and Automobile Wrecking Yard ordinance The office is processing a renewal for American and Import Auto Parts, Inc., 6785 Metropolitan Parkway. This is scheduled for approval for the Oct 5 City Council meeting. Amusement Device Licenses At the September 7, 2010 meeting, City Council approved a Type B Amusement Device License for Candles Inc., 5738 Fifteen Mile Road. Act 78 Civil Service Commission A meeting is being scheduled for October in order to establish a new Firefighter eligibility list. Empco (a public safety testing agency) is being invited to attend the meeting to explain their recruitment process. Municipalities may join their testing consortium and Empco will test candidates for consortium member communities. The costs for testing are paid by the applicants. Other Meetings City Clerk attended the quarterly Macomb County Clerk’s Association meeting. City Clerk met with Labor Attorney and MAPE Technical\Office representatives/employees to negotiate terms and conditions for part time custodians. A tentative agreement was reached and City Council will consider approval of the MOU at the October 5, meeting.

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE

Completed Projects:

1. Prepared four vehicles for out-of-town travel 2. Prepared and set up 48 meetings at the Library, Police Department, & City Hall 3. Worked on the INCubator building’s outside lights 4. Assisted in the set up for the Red Cross blood drive at the Police Department 5. Repaired and replaced ceiling tiles in INCubator building 6. Patched and repainted walls in the INCubator building 7. Tested fire sprinkler systems in all city buildings 8. Assisted in the set up for the Sr. Expo 9. Worked on Incubator building three roof top units. 10. Assisted in set up for Family Night Out at the Police Department 11. Repaired wind damage at Nature Center and Senior Center 12. Performed maintenance on all air compressors at Police Department, City Hall,

Youth Center and Fire Station #5 13. Repaired sign on 18 Mile Road for the INCubator building 14. Fertilized plants in all perennial gardens

Future Projects:

1. Continue to reorganize the custodial department 2. Clean carpet in the D.P.W office area 3. Fix and paint railings outside at Police Department and Library on west side of

buildings 4. Paint back door at 41A District Court and Library 5. Assist in set up for the Beautification awards 6. Perform fall roof inspections on all buildings 7. Prepare boilers for upcoming heating season 8. Conduct walk-though and training on the INCubator building heating system 9. Prepare supplies for the November election 10. Winterize all cooling equipment throughout the city buildings 11. Deliver election materials to the precincts for the election 12. Prepare the Capital Budget 13. Perform fall cleaning on all restrooms 14. Re-build heating pumps #1 and #2 at the Incubator building

HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISION D. Demick, Human Resources Director

The Human Resources Director continues to work with RDS Subsidy Recovery to finalize the eligibility and reimbursement requirements in regards to its Early Retiree Reinsurance Program (ERRP) application. It is anticipated that the City may receive approximately $610,200 in reimbursement funds from this program. The federal government is providing $5 billion in financial assistance to employers to help them maintain coverage for early retirees. Employers, such as the City of Sterling Heights, can use the savings to reduce their own health care costs. Employers who are accepted into the program will receive reinsurance reimbursement for medical claims for retirees age 55 - 64 who are not eligible for Medicare, and their spouses, surviving spouses, and dependents. Health benefits that qualify for relief include medical, surgical, hospital, prescription drug, and other benefits that may be specified by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, as well as coverage for mental health services. The amount of this reimbursement to the employer plan is up to 80% of claims costs for health benefits between $15,000 and $90,000. Meetings continue with Navitus Health Solutions, the City’s new pharmacy benefit manager, effective January 1, 2011. Discussions have been held regarding file format transfers, formulary inclusions, and employee education. On-site meetings will be held with Navitus in October to finalize the details to ensure a smooth transition in January. All employees and retirees will be switched to Navitus from either ScriptGuide Rx or Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Michigan (BSBCM). A special City Council meeting was held on September 14, 2010 to develop the City’s labor strategy for contract negotiations and voluntary concessions. Follow-up meetings with the respective labor unions will be scheduled in the next few weeks. Negotiations continue between the City and the Emergency Dispatch Union in regards to establishing part-time dispatch positions. Position details will be finalized in the near future. It is anticipated that these positions will be filled in advance of the installation of the New World software. There were four new workers’ compensation claims during the month of September that required a great deal of attention and follow-up by the Human Resources Director and Senior Clerk. There was also one new short-term disability claim.

MANAGEMENT SERVICES The City Manager discussed the following items in his City Manager’s Reports during the September 2010 City Council meetings:

1. FINANCIAL REPORTS • Sterlingfest • Financial Benchmark Comparisons

2. CITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS UPDATE • 15 Mile Road Repaving • Shortridge Drive and Dray Court Reconstruction • SMART Bus Stop Improvements • ADA Ramp Installation

3. UPCOMING EVENTS • National Library Card Month • 13th Annual Senior Expo - Wednesday, September 15, 2010 • Pit Bull Workshop - Wednesday, September 29, 2010

4. COMPUTER CENTER GRANT AWARD The Automotive Task Force and Executive Committee Meetings resumed this month on September 13, 2010. Preparations continue for the City Manager’s attendance at the ICMA Annual Conference and presentation at BAE Systems, both scheduled for next month. The Management Services Specialist continues to work closely with the Treasurer’s Office, City Attorney’s Office, and Police & Fire Departments in assisting with the review of false alarm appeals received in the Management Office. During the month of September, the Management Services Specialist was busy processing the six new False Alarm Letters of Appeal that were received. Additionally, six false alarm appeals were finalized and notifications of the appeal determinations were sent to the respective appellants. Preparations were finalized for City Manager Vanderpool and Councilmembers Kniaz, Koski, Schmidt, & Ziarko to attend the MML Annual Convention that was held in Dearborn this month. Ms. Koski and Ms. Schmidt were designated by City Council as Voting Delegate and Alternate Voting Delegate of Sterling Heights, respectively, for this convention. Various legislative and municipal issues were explored. The City Manager’s Audit Letter of Introduction was completed and will be included in the 2009/10 Comprehensive Financial Annual Report following the audit. The City Manager conducted an Administrative Quarterly Meeting on September 15. The format followed that of the weekly Directors’ Meeting and was attended by the City administrative staff. The administrators have expressed appreciation for the larger group format meeting that is conducted on a quarterly basis. The next Administrative Quarterly Meeting will be held in November.

Other Events Attended September 1 City Manager joined members of City Council at the SHPD’s National

Night Out. September 3 EMPLOYEE UNPAID FURLOUGH DAY – CITY OFFICES CLOSED September 6 LABOR DAY – CITY OFFICES CLOSED September 13 The City Manager attended the Community Foundation Board

Meeting. September 14 City Council conducted a Special Meeting regarding labor

negotiations. September 29 The Pit Bull Workshop was hosted by City Council members, City

Manager, and administrators to gain insight from the community regarding the vicious dog ordinance.

CITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT September 2010 M. Bartholomew, Assistant City Manager

PUBLIC SERVICES Schoenherr Towers Plante Moran presented the 2009 audit and reported the Housing Commission to be in

excellent financial condition. The service coordinator is working with Senior Care Vision to implement

on-site vision screenings, exams, and eyeglass fittings.

Pizza Tuesdays are back! Slices can be purchased for $1.50 each from 5 – 5:45 pm. Fire drills were held September 16th, 17th and 20th. The plans to repair the wind damage in the solarium were submitted and approved by the Building Department. Preparing to go out for bids with award in October. Contract for exterior concrete repair and replacement was awarded. The contractor has completed most of the work but will be required to re-do some in the rear of the building. The new security system was installed and the contractor is still working to bring all programs on-line. All residents and staff members received new key fobs. Schoenherr Towers went from 8 cameras to 28. Community Relations has almost completed the Schoenherr Towers “infomercial” to air on Channel 5 for the Schoenherr Towers 25th Anniversary celebration. CDBG Minor Home Repair - Mobile Home & Senior Citizen Assistance Program

• Received 13 calls for service • Received 12 program inquiry calls • 7 applications were sent out • 0 renewal applications were approved • Approved 2 new applications for program

Home Chore Program • 85 lawns were cut for the month of September

• 0 snow removals for the month of September • Received 3 program inquiry calls • 2 new application were sent out

• 0 renewal applications were approved • 1 application is under review • 1 new application was approved

CDBG Administration • The Department of Housing and Urban Development conducted a monitoring visit to

review the City's environmental review records.

• CDBG Specialist spent September 20-23 working with the auditors from Plante Moran.

Rehabilitation

• Two homes are in various stages of the bid process. There are currently five additional homes on the waiting list. Considering revision of guidelines due to fewer people being able to qualify for program.

HOME Two properties located in the City are currently being rehabilitated by Springhill Housing Corporation. CDBG-R (Economic stimulus funds for sidewalk ramps)

• Sidewalk ramps completed. Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)

• Down-Payment Assistance and Housing Rehabilitation Program - Construction on the last home is almost completed

• Met the September 19, 2010 deadline to obligate the City's NSP funds.

Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) – 43255 Van Dyke Speedway Gas Station

• The Offer to Purchase was approved by City Council. The City, Speedway and MDNRE started working together to resolve the environmental issues.

Property Acquisition Offers went out to residents for the purchase of property needed for the Clinton River sanitary sewer and Utica Road sanitary sewer. All Utica Road parcel have been acquired and closing packages are being prepared. Most of the Clinton River Road parcels have been acquired. Tax Reversion Property Acquisition The City has been notified by the Macomb County Treasurer that a number of parcels have gone thru the tax reversion process and are available to the City for the cost of back taxes. Public Services is reviewing this list to determine whether or not there are purchases in the best interest of the City.

Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grants (EECBG) - Economic Stimulus The City received notice of award from DOE on October 29, 2009 for $1,203,800 in

grant monies for energy efficiently improvements. New roofs for the court, police and library have been installed. The contract for the Fire Station #5 windows was awarded.

New windows should be installed in October. A mechanical engineer was hired to design the plans and specs for mechanical system replacements for various City buildings. Project should go out for bid in October.

Gerlach Landscaping The owner of Gerlach Landscaping has approached the City to discuss a property exchange between Gerlach and Rotary Park. The City and Mr. Gerlach met to discuss. Mr. Gerlach is seeking additional appraisal information. INCubator Public Services has been actively working to obtain certificates of occupancy for the business incubator and prepare the building for future client tenants. Beaumont Hospital Land Donation

Discussions continue with Beaumont regarding the donation of the wetland-encumbered east portion of Beaumont property. Beaumont finally proposed a land exchange, which the City is reviewing. Beaumont has suggested that the City pay half of the survey and appraisal costs, the City has said no. Waiting for a response from Beaumont. Beaumont has responded that they are not willing to pay for the appraisal so the project will be temporarily put on hold.

Cul-De-Sac Maintenance Public Services has been working with the Planning Department to review all cul-de-sacs to see whether or not they are being maintained and whether or not they have been planted in accordance with approved site plans. All 268 cul-de-sacs were inspected. 140 letters were sent to the homeowners adjacent to the 26 cul-de sacs that were not being maintained. 13 were cleaned up and approved. One cul-de-sac needs DPW assistance with clean up, one was cleaned up by DPW. Public Services continues to work with the remaining property owners to facilitate the clean up. Fire Stations #2, #3 and #4 Some heating and cooling issues still need to be resolved. The paging system is still not working. The Westnet system installation is nearing completion. The flooring contractor is reviewing some peeling on the apparatus bay floors.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The following companies were visited in September 2010. September 28th- Infichem Polymers September 14th-KUKA Robotics (At NDIA Conference) September 14th-Creative Ergonomic Systems (At NDIA Conference)

Business Retention Scorecard Business Retention Efforts

CURRENT PROGRESS SeptemberBusiness Retention Activity

Measures 2010/2011

Goals 2010/2011

Actual Companies Contacted 100 7 Retention Visits 60 7 Brochures Delivered* 60 7 Business Attraction 3 new business attraction clients identified

Business Recruitment Efforts CURRENT PROGRESS

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New Development Proposal 24 9September 2010 Report

Business Recruitment Activity Measures September Goal September

Actual New Development Proposals 2 3

Business Development Meetings CURRENT PROGRESS

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Business Development Meetings 35 11 September 2010 Report

Business Development Measures September Goal September Actual

New Business Development Meetings 3 5 September Additional National Defense Industrial Association Fall Business Event September 13-15 Brownfield Board Meeting September 27th-Approval of Chrysler LLC Brownfield Plan SmartZone Collaborative Meeting September 2nd

Defense Corridor Meeting at UM September 17th

Forum with Department of Commerce Secretary Locke September 1st

LDFA meeting approval of GDLS lease and Macomb County Occupancy Agreement September 15th

Automation Alley Partnership Meeting September 21st

Macomb OU-INCubator Meetings September 14, 15, 17, 201,21,22,23, 27,29 Sterling Heights Auto Task Force September 13

PLANNING City Council Amended Conditional Rezoning Agreement – Case No. Z-1080 Moderate Income Senior Housing Tax Exemption Ordinance (Adoption) City Council - Pending Z-1117 – John Janevski (Introduction) – Request for proposed conventional rezoning on the south side of 15 Mile Rd. from RM-2 (Multiple Family Low Rise) to P-1 (Vehicular Parking). Planning Commission Z-1117 – John Janevski – Request for proposed conventional rezoning on the south side of 15 Mile Rd. from RM-2 (Multiple Family Low Rise) to P-1 (Vehicular Parking). Property address: 34940 Ryan Rd. SPR-3280 – P.K. Investment LLC - Request for preliminary site plan approval for an office building. South side of 15 Mile Rd. between Mound Rd. & Davison St. in Section 32. Property address: 5400 Fifteen Mile Planning Commission – Pending PCM-1104 – Rade Simeunovic – Request for Special Approval Land Use: To allow an automobile service center. West side of Phoenix Dr. between Van Dyke & Mound in Section 4. Property address: 44443 Phoenix Dr. SPR-3283 – The Sterling Senior Residence – Request for preliminary site plan approval. To allow senior residence center. East side of Maple Ln. between 14 & 15 Mile Rd. in Section 35. Property address: 33700 Maple Lane PCM-1103 – Jezc, Inc./Kristie Burlingame - Request for Special Approval Land Use: To allow a restaurant. North side of 19 Mile between Schoenherr Rd. & Freeport Dr. in Section 1. Property address: 13911 19 Mile PCM-1105 – Robert Hannosh – Request for Special Approval Land Use: To allow a restaurant. West side of Mound Rd. between 14 & 15 Mile Rds. in Section 32. Property address: 34869 Mound Rd.

Zoning Board of Appeals Cases BZ10-023 – Steve Aboona – Request Board approval to allow 5 temporary off-premise real estate development signs. Property address: 41031 Mound Rd., 41014 Tarragon Dr., 4700 & 4897 18 ½ Mile Rd., 42040 Ryan Rd. BZ10-024 – Richard Browning – Request Board approval to allow a second accessory building (shed). Property address: 12788 Daily Dr. BZ10-025 – Layth Ammori – Request Board approval for 10 parking space variance. Property address: 13911 Nineteen Mile BZ10-026 – Chaldean Catholic Church – Request Board approval to allow expansion of a non-conforming use. Property address: 43700 Merrill St. Zoning Board of Appeals Cases – Pending BZ10-023 – Steve Aboona – Request Board approval to allow a temporary off-premise real estate development sign. Property address: 41015 Tarragon Dr. BZ10-027 – Smithgroup, Inc. - Request Board approval: 1)10.25 ft. front yard variance for ground sign; 2) 1.6 sq. ft. area variance for ground sign. Property address: 34201 Van Dyke BZ10-028 – Michael Zacks/EZ Storage Van Dyke LLC – Request Board approval: 1) To waive the 2 ft. masonry base requirement for ground sign; 2) To allow exposed poles. Property address: 33260 Van Dyke Pre-Preliminary Site Plan Pre-preliminary review of proposed Mosque and Islamic Cultural Center. Southeast corner of Ryan Rd. and Dobry Dr. in Section 5. Preliminary Site Plan Approval SPR-3284 – Neil Jaddou (dumpsters) – Southeast corner of Metro Pkwy & Ryan Rd in Section 29. SPR-3280 – P. K. Industries – South side of 15 Mile Rd between Mound & Davison St in Section 32. Miscellaneous Temporary Use Permits Three applications were processed and approved for Temporary Use. Zoning Compliance Seven Zoning Verification letters were investigated and completed. Field Inspections 67 site inspections were completed.

Use Permits 38 Use Permits were reviewed and approved. Freedom of Information Six requests were processed for Freedom of Information. License Renewals Processed One application for Class C Liquor License was reviewed One application for Class C Liquor License & SDM Transfer was reviewed. One application for SDM License was reviewed One application for SDM/SDD License was reviewed. Two applications for a Vehicle Dealership License were reviewed. One application for an Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption was reviewed.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

BS&A • Updated GIS with current year info from BS&A Assessing • Researching BS&A migration to .net (SQL) • BSA to Accela updates as needed • Fixed the PRD connectivity issue • Continued working and configuring the APEX sketching software Assessing • Assisted with database maintenance • Pulled the PRD Web Server stats for the month • Continued to support BS&A Multiple Databases and Application Server

Munis • Preparing budgetary information for Munis SQL conversion • Investigating MUNIS release upgrade 7.5 • Sending second signature card to Munis for modification • Researching migration to SQL required by 2012 • Assisted with month end • Converting crystal reports as users call • Fixed several processing errors • Ran utilities on Database • Multiple Live to Test database copies • Loaded several program fixes • Crystal Report writing for users • Administrative maintenance on the Online system • Processed payroll checks • Support of all city staff members using Munis System

Faster CCGsystems • Planning database upgrade • Reviewing maintenance agreement • Created monthly reports • Maintenance of all system users and printers

Accela Permits • Planning database upgrade • Continued to research data structure for use in GIS system • BSA to Accela updates performed as needed • Continued Working on setting up a new way to run planning and zoning BZA notices • Fixed QBE problem • Ran monthly QBE assessing report from permits system • Manual backup of all permit systems • Supported users in Building and Planning with Permits Plus Problems

Recware • Planning database upgrade • Printing monthly birthday report • Now running reports for Internet, Senior, Parks, and Nature • Assisted with running the daily cash dist report • Staff assisted in design of data entry for Recware software

QVF • Backups • Updated and replicated software

Court

• Added multiple AS/400 sessions • Worked on various AS/400 problems • Helped create new macros for AS/400 at Court • Assisted with several software and configuration issues

Hardware

• Replaced motherboard on PC at PD • Researched GPS guns and viewed a demo • Completed configuration of emergency server • Completed cutover to new firewall ASA Appliances • Received PC’s for PC replacement, waiting on laptop • Completed configuration of 2 new servers for New World • Completed SAN firmware upgrade to 5.0.2 • Completed version upgrade for VMware ESX and Virtual Center • Working with Albin to fix printing issues on the copiers • Several printers were repaired (Michigan Computer Solutions) • Fixed multiple PC’s throughout city • Continued updating computer inventory list • Cleaned multiple printers making roller noises

Software

• Moved Adobe pro license on machines at DPW • Ordered licensing for Police new world server deployment

• Researching software upgrade with Accela, Recware, and Faster • Testing internal helpdesk software • Working on upgrade to windows XP for remaining miscellaneous PC’s and Servers • Testing open office as replacement for MS office due to budgetary constraints • Working on SharePoint server for testing purposes • Installed Webroot SME client AV/Spyware • Site Sage support for Community Relations – website fixes • Assisted Staff with various software problems and solutions • Loaded software apps in coordination with various departments

ISP/ Firewall/Network

• Reviewed Damman Building for networking and phones • Contacted Michigan Lightwave to review fiber connection to Damman Building • Worked with AT&T to resolve several Internet outages • Worked with Macomb County on PAAC/PAM printing • Completed firewall replacement • Working on VPN solution for MAC OS • Pushed out windows updates to all servers and clients • Working on Departmental mail stores • Made several policy changes on content filter • Monitor and maintain Internet, E-mail, and Firewall effectiveness and reliability • Reviewed Firewall policy for optimum efficiency • Upgraded Barracuda database hourly • Ran Monthly Internet and E-mail usage reports

Police

• Working with Utica PD and Federal Signal on LPR • Working with AT&T. Verizon, Digital Highway, NetMotion, and Dell for Public Safety

New World project • Worked with the State on the network diagram for LEIN access • Racked and configured LPR server from Utica PD • Met with Utica and Federal Signal on LPR project • Staff attending all discovery meetings with New World • Staff working on hardware and software for New World • Reviewing hardware spec on new MDC’s • Working with Core Technologies for pricing on Talon Lein • Working with PD and FD for Westnet setup • Working with PD to created MDC image and deploy • Working with PD and DSS on phone line recording issue • Completed Viper 911 project with AT&T, still working on 5 issues • Fixed PMDC messaging issue at PD – Long term solution still being discussed with

IBM/ISS • Staff repaired multiple MDC issues (AVL, Modem, Screen) • Staff assisted with patching MDC’s • Completed UPS repair and testing - Working on Power issues in the PD (911 Center) • Working on multiple issues with Clemis – CAD, Mobile, Maps,

connectivity/printing/loading/configuring • Radio System • Maintain and support XP workstations and Network printers

Fire • Reviewed all wiring for network Westnet printer at each station • Staff attending all discovery meetings with New World • Staff working on hardware and software for New World • Continued to work on design and IP config for new system • Started collecting data on Westnet test machine for design • Added Clemis maps to rigs • Working with Facilities Maintenance to get a part for the UPS at Fire Admin • Continued to develop a method to have run location maps sent to MDC’s on the rigs • Developing Database with searchable Maps • Fixed various errors in NFIRS • Support & Maintenance of XP Workstations & Printers at Fire Admin & remote stations

Phone System and Nextels

• Updated phones at Fire 5 • Updated notepaper pro • Researching repeater for Sprint in DB • Several phone changes due to employee moves and retirements • Adjusted phone time on system • Replaced several broken and outdated Nextels • Working with AT&T to patch the VOIP servers • Authorized several Nextel accessory purchases • Updated/adjusted/added several program changes to several Nextel phones • Updated and changed several names on landline phones • Fixed several extensions of landline phones • Swapped out several Nextel phones with new ones • Worked with SBC on several land line issues • Working with Nextel on fixing spamming • Adjusted time on phone system • Converting Nextel phones to 586 area code • Maintain and support all phone systems and Nextel phones city wide • Maintain and support all land line telephone systems

General

• Windows updates installed on all computers in WAN • Staff working on GIS project • Compiled PC Inventory for Finance • Setup laptop for Council Meetings • Backup of complete network data on a nightly basis • Help Desk support for city wide technology

CODE ENFORCEMENT Ordinance Board Cases - Heard 1. G10-0269 - Bruss, Anthony & Catherine 13405 Terra Santa Drive. Asking Board approval to erect a 6’ sight-obscuring fence in the secondary yard setback of Marina Drive. 2. G10-0245 - 42955 Van Dyke Ave, LLC 42851 thru 42955 Van Dyke. Hearing on nuisance abatement for non-operational irrigation system, in need of edging around beds, grade and sod in need of repair/replacement, stump in need of removal, dead bushes in need of replacement, in need of mulch installation and corner flowerbed. 3. G10-0246 - Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. 40537 Irval Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass & bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds & perimeters, fence in disrepair, debris – green tarp, wood & branches.

4. G10-0248 - Ng, David T. 4039 Johnson Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds, backyard and perimeters, fence and downspouts in need of repair, debris – planters, buckets, wood and other miscellaneous items.

5. G10-0249 - Murad, Ehnam & Kahera 35092 Cavant Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, window in need of repair/boarding and painting, gate in disrepair, missing downspout extension, shed in need of paint, debris - refrigerator. 6. G10-0250 - Sanislo, Ryan 35031 Cavant Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown bushes/vines, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, junk vehicle in driveway, debris – fence panel. 7. G10-0251 - Turchin, Donovan & Teresa 36856 Carriage Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for fence in need of repair overgrown landscaping and debris - brush. 8. G10-0252 - Qaqish, Fares & Amal 3752 Merrimac Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters. 9. G10-0253 - BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP 34256 Viceroy Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, garage shingles in disrepair, missing downspout extension, garage access door and trim in need of paint, outdoor storage – lawnmower, debris – open garbage can, screens, loose trash and frame. 10. G10-0254 - Anongdeth, Dahlilah/Federal Home Loan Mort. Corp. 34748 Fargo Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds, grass and perimeters, missing downspout extension, hot tub and roof shingles in disrepair, debris – plastic, brick and planters (dead plants).

11. G10-0255 - Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 35714 Grayfield Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – grass, cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters & noxious weed (poison ivy). 12. G10-0256 - Fannie Mae 3917 Hearns Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, gutters, beds and perimeters, gutter, house trim and deck in need of paint, gutter in need of securing, downspout needs to be reattached, damaged siding in need of repair/replacement, torn screen, debris – BBQ, tarp, metal fencing, roller blades, kids pool, hose and other miscellaneous items. 13. G10-0257 - Wells Fargo Bank 2074 Koper Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds, missing downspout extension, garage, storm door and threshold in need of paint, barren area in grass in need of seed, wires and rusted clothes line in need of removal, debris – branches, wood, dirt pile, newspapers, planters, yard waste and other miscellaneous items. 14. G10-0258 - Federal National Mortgage Assoc. 4228 Mahogany Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, unsecured shed, basketball net in disrepair, debris – dead foliage, fence, plastic, folding chair, granite, shovel, hose, cement, wood, yard waste, uncovered garbage cans and other miscellaneous items. 15. G10-0259 - Wachovia Mortgage FSB 36847 Clifford Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, side gate and deck railing in disrepair, debris – bricks and other miscellaneous items.

16. G10-0260 - Shallal, Suzan 43521 Holmes Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, deck in need of paint/stain. 17. G10-0262 - Bank of America NA 11817 Nineteen Mile Road. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds– cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, outdoor storage – tables, toys, pack & play, desk, bikes, children’s pool, TV and other miscellaneous items. 18. G10-0263 - Grant, Dawn & George/Provident Funding Assoc. LP 13466 Wessel Court. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, outdoor storage – bikes and toys, debris – tire, rugs, gas grills, tarps, bricks, flower pots, wood, plastic storage tub, and other miscellaneous items. 19. G10-0264 - Quartuccio, Jason & Tracy/HSBC Bank 41187 Wessel Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, broken garage window in need of boarding and paint and missing downspout extension.

20. G10-0265 - Dept. of Veteran Affairs 13448 Bernadette Court. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, debris – brick pile, leaves & other misc items. 21. G10-0267 - Brown, Jeffrey & Birgitta/Wells Fargo Bank 8727 Royce Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, garage access door in need of paint, area where pool used to be needs to be repaired – rock removal, backfill, grade and seed, debris – toy playhouse, play ovens, logs, fire pits, pails, paint cans, old lawn swing, glass, exercise equipment, cabinets, planters, piles of sod and other miscellaneous items. 22. G10-0270 - Zafar, Khalid 44760 Ryan Road. Asking Board approval to not construct a sidewalk according to the requirements of the Sidewalk Gap Program.

23. G10-0271 - Brindlewood, LLC 14652 Nineteen Mile Road. Asking Board approval for an extension on constructing a sidewalk according to the requirements of the Sidewalk Gap Program. 24. G10-0273 - Dado, Bassman H. 4666 Bloomfield Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, Christmas lights in tree and large pile of miscellaneous trash and debris in backyard. 25. G10-0275 - Fannie Mae 3138 Gloucester Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, boarded windows in need of paint, basketball hoop in need of maintenance/removal, stagnant water, debris – bricks, pails, cinder block, trash, pool accessories and other miscellaneous items. 26. G10-0276 - Spranger, Kenneth 3047 Fourteen Mile Road. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, door wall in need of repair, open garbage cans stored improperly, brick pavers in need of repair, hot tub in disrepair, outside storage – wheel barrow, car ramp, bricks and other miscellaneous items, trash and debris – paper trash, and broken door. 27. G10-0278 - Collinsworth, Lawrence 2011 Elmcrest Road. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds & perimeters, dead tree & stumps in rear in need of removal, soffit, garage service door and garage jambs in need of repair and paint, broken window in need of repair, shed in disrepair, front lawn light in need of repair/removal, outdoor storage – truck cap, buckets, gas cans, wood horse& other misc items, trash & debris – broken glass, pails, dead branches & empty cups. 28. G10-0279 - Hill, Jamie R. 8763 Thornwood Ct. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass & bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds & perimeters, oil stains in driveway, shed in disrepair, dead tree in backyard, debris – plastic, chair, old trampoline, yard waste, metal, tarps & many other misc items.

29. G10-0280 - Schwartz, Vincent/BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP 33728 Brownlea Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass, bushes and weeds in backyard, stagnant water in pool, garage in need of paint, garage trim in need of repair and paint, debris – open garbage cans, building materials, pallet and gravel. 30. G10-0281 - Skowron, Raymond 33068 Somerset Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – grass, cracks/cuts, beds and perimeters, junk and debris – open garbage cans, tire, wood, bags, chair, empty flower pots and other miscellaneous items. 31. G10-0282 - Liu, Brandon T. 3185 Hedge Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, gutters, beds and perimeters, missing downspout extension and shed in need of securing. 32. G10-0283 - Bashi, Dolor 42957 Flis Drive. Hearing on nuisance abatement for overgrown grass and bushes, weeds – cracks/cuts, beds, and perimeters. 33. G10-0285 - D’Anna, Giuseppe & Mariannna/Tirami Su 7750 Metropolitan Parkway. Hearing on nuisance abatement for weeds – front landscaping, rear corner of lot by grease dumpsters and rear parking lot, debris – wood, block, old equipment, plastic bins and other miscellaneous items. Board of Code Appeals Cases – Heard John Baker/IHOP – G10-0268 13785 Lakeside Circle. Requesting Board approval for a variance to Section 903.2.1.2 of the 2006 Michigan Building Code for installation of an automatic sprinkler system.

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Single Family Residential 15 1,322,122 1 269,184 90 13,659,4742 Family Buildings 0 0 0 0 0 05 Family Buildings 0 0 0 0 0 01 Family Houses Attached 0 included above 0 included above 0 included aboveHotels, Motels 0 0 0 0 0 0Amusement & Recreational 0 0 0 0 2 0Churches 0 0 0 0 0 0Industrial 0 0 0 0 1 14,409,907Service Stations 0 0 0 0 0 0Hospitals 0 0 0 0 0 0Office, Bank & Professional 0 0 0 0 1 21,740,963Public Works Utilities 0 0 0 0 0 0Schools & Other Educational 0 0 0 0 0 0Stores & Other Mercantile 0 0 0 0 2 1,507,841Other Non Residential 7 0 11 0 39 99,410Structures other than Bldgs 0 0 0 0 1 38,179Add or Alter Residential 5 129,296 2 71,601 48 491,022Add or Alter Commercial 9 2,376,301 9 3,482,817 89 20,840,252Residential Garages & Carports 0 0 0 0 2 44,088Demolitions 1 0 1 0 11 0Mobile Homes 0 0 0 0 24 0Pools/Spas 1 0 1 0 41 0Decks 6 0 4 0 47 0Concrete 35 0 47 0 210 0Fire Repair 4 0 1 0 18 0Tents 3 0 0 0 29 0N/A & Misc 132 0 97 0 562 0

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Complaints Initiated 455 409 4,174Meter Reader Complaints 0 3 14

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COMMUNITY RELATIONS DEPARTMENT September 2010 S. Guitar, Community Relations Director

COMMUNICATION SERVICES

• Sterlingfest o Tabulated results from Sterlingfest questionnaires (attendees, artist,

restaurateurs) for Cultural Commission o Processed final bills o Met with Chamber of Commerce for recap

• Prepared for October Beautification Awards o Created plaques & certificates for Adopt-a-Road and landscaping winners o Mailed invitations o Took final photos & prepared all nominated photos for judging by the

Beautification Commission o Completed program o Created PowerPoint programs for judging & awards presentation

• Prepared agendas for Cultural, Ethnic & Beautification Commissions; attended meetings • Attended Community Foundation meeting • Attended Social Media Web conference • Prepared speeches and letters for Mayor • Prepared postcards announcing business survey for Economic Development • Attended ESOG • Worked on rate card and letter for advertising in the city magazine • Began work on 2011 calendar • Worked with Economic Development to set up booth at NDIA conference • Met with new contact to Utica Community Schools • Attended Auto Task Force meetings and SHOP Team meeting; prepared minutes

for City Manager • Began working on Winter 2011 city magazine • Coordinated Artist of the Month program • Updated Social Media

o 1,607 Facebook Fans o 172 Twitter Followers

• Coordinated Nice Neighbor program o Arranged for city council presentation o Updated Web Site o Prepared certification and agenda statement

• Hosted Pit Bull Workshop with more than 150 attendees o Prepared PowerPoint o Worked with Animal Control and City Attorney on set up o Prepared publicity o Complied RSVP list

• Began soliciting donations for the Memorial Day Parade • Worked on sharp, the Economic Development newsletter • Working on new property maintenance guide • Complied list of comments from residents regarding Ina Drive

• Hosted inaugural Diversity Dinner o Prepared awards o Coordinated dinner, entertainment, presentation o Prepared program o Coordinated seating arrangements o Prepared final report for Ethnic Community Committee

Citizen Action Center – September 2010

146 General E-mail Request for Information and/or Service

74 We Want To Know Cards 38 Inquires by Phone 4 Inquires in Person

Request for Service – September 2010 DPW 17 Engineering 12 Police 11 Comm. Relations 8 P&R 7 Tree Limbs 6 Ina Drive 6 Neighbor Issues 4 Building 2 P&Z 2 RCMC 2 Assessing 1 Comm. Vehicle 1 Utilities 1 Variances 1 Water Billing 1

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RECEIVED City Services 5Magazine 1Nature Center 1Senior Center 1

COMPLAINTS NUMBER REC'D Unkempt Prop. 22 Landscaping Main. 9 Grass Cutting List 6 Storage of Garbage 7 Junk & Debris 3 Garage Sale 3 Junk Vehicles 2 Comm.Vehicle 1 Rec. Vehicles 1

PRINTING SERVICES

PRINTED• 1,000 - Business Survey Post Cards for City Development • 15,000 - Absentee Ballot Instructions for City Clerk • 300 - Diversity Dinner Programs for Community Relations • 200 - Beautification Awards Programs for Community Relations • 1,000 - Resident/Service Club Message Board Requests for Community Relations • 1,000 - Probation Status Records for 41A District Court • 500 - Criminal File Labels for 41A District Court • 1,000 - Appointment of Counsel forms for 41A District Court • 2,000 - Check-in-Slips for 41A District Court • 1,000 - #10 Right-Hand Window Envelopes for 41A District Court • 5,000 - #10 Window Envelopes for 41A District Court • 1,000 - Advice of Rights for 41A District Court • 1,000 - Natural Gas/Electric Tags for Fire Department • 8,000 - Student Bookmarks for Library • 11,000 - Recreation Connection Newsletters for Parks & Recreation • 5,000 - Leave/OT Requests for Police • 2,500 - #10 Regular Envelopes for Police • 1,000 - Quartermaster Equipment Logs (Traffic Days) for Police • 1,000 - Quartermaster Equipment Logs (Traffic Afternoons) for Police • 500 - Quartermaster Equipment Logs (Traffic Swings) for Police • 2,500 - Impounded Auto Receipts for Police • 5,000 - Bond Envelopes for Police • STOCK ROOM REQUESTS

Building - 1,500 City Letterhead, 2,000 #10 City Window Envelopes, and 1,000 #10 City Envelopes.

• City Development - 5 pads of City Address Labels. • City Clerk - 1,000 #10 City Envelopes, 100 Group 20 Time Cards, and 100

Request for Leave forms. • Community Relations - 100 Validating Slips, 500 City Letterhead, and 500 #10

City Envelopes. • Finance - 500 City Letterhead, 100 Payment Request forms, & 100 Group 12 Time Cards. • I.T. - 100 Group 14 Time Cards. • Library - 1,000 Library Letterhead, 500 Validating Slips, & 300 Group 98 & 99 Time Cards. • Parks & Recreation - 250 Payment Request forms, 3,000 #10 City Envelopes, & 100

Validating Slips. • Police - 500 60# Green 8.5" x 11". • Treasury - 200 Group 20 Time Cards, 50 Time Card Summaries, and 200 Payment Request

forms. BUSINESS CARDS

• 500 Berger (Building), 1,000 Mayor Notte, 500 Marchesi (Engineering), 500 Finkbeiner (Police).

COLOR COPIES • Economic Development - 300 Color Copies on 100# White Gloss 11" x 17" 2 sides. • Community Relations - 5 Color Copies 8.5" x 11" Laminated. • D.P.W. - 180 Color Copies on 20# White 8.5" x 11" 1 side.

STOCK ROOM

• 2,500 - Group 12 Time Cards • 3,000 - Request for Leave/OT • 3,000 - Payment Request Forms

BINDERY

• Police - 14 SHPD Monthly Reports copied & G.B.C. bound with covers, 25 Patrol Rifle Course Outline copied and G.B.C. bound with covers.

COPY PAPER

• Building - 4 Cases • City Clerk - 2 Cases • City Management - 4 Cases • D.P.W. - 2 Cases • Finance - 4 Cases • Police - 1 Pallet

BOARDS & COMMISSIONSSterling Heights Beautification Commission • Judged nominations for the annual Beautification Awards Sterling Heights Community Foundation • Approved the purchase of a sculpture in SterlingScapes, Oracle 1 • Pastor Herb Harbaugh was appointed to Foundation Sterling Heights Cultural Commission • Working on fundraising efforts to purchase Oracle 1 for the city from the Community Foundation. Sterling Heights Ethnic Community Committee • Hosted inaugural Diversity Dinner

BROADCAST SERVICES • Aired City Council regular meetings along with Planning commission, Zoning

Board of Appeals, and the Board of Ordinance Appeals Meetings • Provide audio and video production for Pit Bull meeting • Produced one new episodes of Getting to Know Your Neighbor • Uploaded video presentations and PSAs to SHTV’s Youtube page • Continued production and post production on Schoenherr Towers program • Completed production on Fall 2010 Grub Crawl promo for the Chamber of

Commerce

• Shot footage and photos of development projects throughout the city for City Manager • Recorded, exported and modified audio clips for beautification awards • Produced SHAP Saved video compilation of news stories covering Chryslers’ bankruptcy

and Sterling Heights Assembly Plant • Set up audio/visual support for Automotive Taskforce Meeting • Produced two new episodes of Lansing Insider • Produced video for the Constitution Day lecture with the Macomb County Bar Association • Recorded the Constitution Day lecture with the Macomb County Bar Association • Recorded veteran interview for the Veteran’s History Project • Uploaded past veteran interviews for the Veteran’s History Project onto SHTV’s

PEGcental site • Uploaded portions of Sterlingfest Concerts on SHTV’s Youtube page • Produced fall grub crawl for the Chamber of Commerce • Taped UCS & WCS superintendents for residential video • Began post production re-edit of marketing video to create a residential DVD to

be shared with BAE employees moving to MI from CA NEWS STORIES COVERED

o 2011 Calendar Photos Needed o Diversity Dinner Preview o Library Card Month o Parks & Recreation Fall Registration o School is Open Drive Safe o Special Day for Seniors preview o Sterling Lifestyle: Cinema Vision @ Beaumont Hospital o Business Journal: BAE Prototyping Center o Business Journal: Dollar Treasure o Clinton River Cleanup preview o National Night Out o Nature Center Open House preview o Artist of the Month – McDonald o Children’s Halloween Party preview o Daddy Daughter Dance preview o Deadline to Register to Vote o Diversity Dinner o Special Day for Seniors o Mountain Bike Trail Opens o Business Journal: Knollwood Dental o Paul Mitchell the School Free Hugs Day o Habitat for Humanity Leed Home o Hollywood comes to Sterling Heights o Sterlingfest 2010 Financial Report o Events

• Sports Highlights produced for Sports Timeout • 7 MHSAA Boys Soccer Games • 3 MHSAA Football Games • 7 MHSAA Volleyball Matches • 3 MHSAA Boys’ Soccer Games • SHTV Game of the Week full production tapings:

o 1 MHSAA Volleyball game (9/8) o 1 MHSAA Football game (9/10) o 1 MHSAA Boys Soccer game (9/22)

• Completed Sports Timeout o 2010 August Highlights

• 113 service club / lost (found) pet notices place on the SHTV Message Board • Programmed Radio Station, Outdoor Electronic Signs and the SHTV & Library

Channel Message Boards • Uploaded SHTV Program Schedule onto City Website and emailed copies to

subscribers

ONLINE SERVICES WEB UPDATES in September • 8 community calendar items • 2 nature center calendar items • 4 Parks & Rec calendar items • 2 events calendar items • 85 garage sales • 41 Fan Mail • 3 lost animals • 17 sets of minutes • 19 agendas • 18 Press Releases

Number of Sterling Heights E-Services Subscribers: Sept. 30, 2010

17,598 Job Opportunities list 3,335 E-Newsletter list 2,514 Garage Sales list 1,654 Council Report list 1,108 SHTV Monthly Schedule list 984 City Agendas list

EXTERNAL LINKS REPORT: September 2010 3,289 jumps to Assessing Information

2,303 jumps to Water Bill Review & Payments 1,578 jumps to Tax Information 477 jumps to Parks & Recreation Registration 403 jumps to Pay Property Taxes 156 jumps to Bid Opportunities

PAGEVIEW REPORT: September 2010 70,039 Home Page 9.903 Newsroom 5,755 Government 3,871 City Departments 3,383 Search 1,875 Apply for a Job 1,727 Points of Pride 1,291 Trash Delays 1,186 Events 1,121 Police

FIRE DEPARTMENT September 2010 S. Kovalcik, Fire Chief

ADMINISTRATION DIVISION During the month of September, Fire Chief Kovalcik:

• Met with builder to address outstanding station warranty issues. • Several meetings with records management vendor. • Attended monthly South Eastern Fire Chiefs Association meeting. • Participated in the Macomb County Local Emergency Planning Team meeting. • Met with Local 1557 to address labor issues. • Attended the Macomb County Fire Chiefs meeting, the County Mutual Aid meeting,

and the County's Radio Committee meeting. • Attended the Macomb County Community College, Fire and EMS advisory board. • Attended South Eastern Fire Chiefs Executive Board meeting. • Attended several “working Incidents” throughout the month. • Conducted battalion meetings with all personnel. • Attended the Macomb County Fallen Heroes dedication in Mt. Clemens. • Attended the Sterling Heights Cultural Diversity Dinner. • Conducted a senior staff meeting to address operational and managerial issues. • Represented Macomb County and the fire services within the USAI region to discuss

Fusion Center Plans. ASSISTANT CHIEF During the month of September, Assistant Chief Deprez:

• Attended the Macomb County EMS Medical Advisory Board Meeting. • Continued updating the department “Standard Operating Guidelines”. • Met with the Training Division and Fire Prevention members. • Met with the Fire “IT” rep to discuss our programming/”IT” needs and shortfalls. • Attended a Regional Alliance for Fire Fighter Training Executive Board meeting. • Attended the Quarterly Administrator’s meeting. • Reviewed the August’s Financial Report for all expenditures. • Attended several meetings relating to the “New World” software system. • Worked with the Fire Department labor bargaining group to discuss several issues. • Worked with Facility Maintenance Manager in attempt to rectify multiple Fire Station

issues requiring necessary attention. • Continued the development of streamlined cost efficient tracking, accounting and

budgeting of station supplies.

• Continued work with DPW Mechanic’s Division to solve loss of power to mobile computers

in fire apparatus. • Met with Consumers to discuss high-pressure gas mains in the City and emergency

contingency plans. • Attended a regional UASI Training Committee meeting. • Attended three days of Fire Department Battalion meetings and met individually with all

Fire Department officers and Senior Management Team to discuss operations. • Completed verification to the Macomb County Fire Chiefs Association on the successful

completion of the Fire Department’s Rapid Intervention Team Training.

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To merge the Sterling heights Hazardous Materials Teaminto the Macomb County Hazardous Materials Team toreduce service costs while expanding service levels.

TRAINING DIVISION The Training Division coordinated/delivered training on the following subjects during the month of September:

o Company officer directed: NMS 701 & 704 Drivers training

o High rise fire attack o Battalion meetings o Traumatic emergencies o Sleep disorder

Training Chief:

• Attended a teleconference meeting with representatives of New World concerning the new data management package and its implementation to the fire department.

• Ordered equipment according to the parameters of the Macomb County IMT grant the city coordinates.

• Attended the ESOG and loss meeting. • Attended traumatic emergency training. • Presented “Report Writing” lecture to the RAFT Fire Officer-Awareness program

hosted by Troy FD. • Attended the MCMCA Training and Education committee meeting. • Attended the State’s EMSCC meeting. • The Training Division attended the Management Team Meeting. • The Training Division continued to coordinate and track department NIMS training. • The Training Division met to discuss third quarter training topics as well as issues

concerning the division. • The Training Division continued to coordinate the light duty personnel.

Training Officer:

Training Delivered: • High rise fire attack

Training Attended:

• Building crew integrity • Grant writing • 12 Lead EKG • Extrication TtT

Meetings Attended: • Loss control • City managers administrative

quarterly • MCRRT HazMat planning • MCRRT HazMat equipment

inventory • MCTRT planning

Miscellaneous:

• October CODs • FEO field chart completed • Coordinated awning installation on the fire safety trailer • Updated EM50 vehicle inventory • MCTRT planning reimbursement submittal • Replacement quote for tent failure at Sterling Fest to Risk Mgmt. • Researched hi-rise equipment bags for replacement • Investigated the Port Security Grant Program • Coordinated the repair of ISG TIC

EMS Coordinator:

• Completed monthly total count of reimbursed medical supplies for UMAS • Complete QI report as well as the mandatory special county PSRO review of cardiac

patients for August 2010 and sent to Macomb County Medical Control Authority (MCMCA)

• Completed a QI report for CPAP patients for August 2010 and sent them to the Macomb County Medical Control Authority (MCMCA)

• Monitored the completion of Monthly Blood Pressure Checks for City Employees • Conducted an inventory and purchased medical supplies • Attended a Patient Care Reporting (PCR) meeting

• Assisted with the delivery of the MCMCA Skills Validation Class • Organized the 2010 UCS Football Coverage Program • Entered data into the CARES Network (Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival) • Organized the 2010/2011 Flu Shot Program • Attended a MCMCA Pre-Hospital Committee Meeting • Attended a MCMCA Medication Committee Meeting • Attended a MCMCA MCI Committee Meeting • Attended the Battalion Meetings

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ISO 9001:2000 Calibrated Devices Report Devices tested/calibrated in September: Devices to be tested/calibrated in October: Description Quantity Description Quantity Airpak regulators & reducers 10 Airpak regulators & reducers 32 Airpak sensor batteries 23 Airpak sensor batteries 27 30-minute bottles 29 30 minute bottles 28 Oxygen bottles 12 Chemical Warfare Detection System 0 60-minute bottles 5 60 minute bottles 35 Gas detectors 0 Gas detectors 1 Fire extinguishers –annual & hydro 40 Fire extinguishers – annual & hydro 42 Draeger Detection System 0 GammaRae Dosimeters 0 10-minute bottles/SABA’s/RIT 12 GammaRae Dosimeter Batteries 0 APD 0 MultiRae 0 Posicheck 3 1 Level A Entry Suits 0 Ground Ladders 37 Ground Ladders 42 Air Compressor &Air Testing 1 10-minute bottles/SABA’s/RIT 6 Hotsticks 0 Defibrillators 0 CO Detectors 2 Linesman Gloves 4

A total of 593 patients in the month of September were transported to area hospitals via Universal-Macomb EMS.

FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT The extinguishment division responded to 939 alarms in September 2010. This averages out to 31 alarms per day or 1 run every 46 minutes. Fiscal runs year-to-date are 1,900. Fire Activity September 3; Engine 5 was dispatched to a house fire with a possible victim trapped inside. On arrival, Engine 5 had a SHPD officer with the homeowner standing near the front door. On initial size up there was a 2-story colonial with the front door open and nothing showing. As Engine 5’s crew exited the vehicle they noticed a small amount of smoke coming from the A/D corner upstairs’ window. Engine 5 was also informed that the homeowner’s daughter might have reentered the house. Upon entering the house there was very little smoke in the downstairs area. Upon Engine 5 making their way upstairs they found heavy black smoke at the top of the stairs. Engine 5 requested ventilation of the bedroom window to help clear the room of smoke. Engine 5’s crew made it to one of bedrooms and found the fire. It appeared that the fire was coming from the area of the bed/mattress. Engine 5 extinguished the fire, while also performing a search for a victim. Engine 5 was contacted by command and told that all occupants were out of the house and accounted for. Engine 5 checked the attic for extension and reported to command that it appeared clear. Engine 1’s crew treated the homeowner’s daughter for smoke inhalation at the scene. The patient was transported to Troy-Beaumont. Engine 5’s crew remained on the scene to assist the Fire Marshal and Inspector 1201. Estimated Property Loss: $80,000 / Estimated Contents Loss: $40,000. September 17; Engine 5 was dispatched to a possible house fire in the area of Wingate and Harmon. Nothing was found in the immediate area. Dispatch stated that they received a report that the fire might be coming from Rudgate manor. There was also a large orange glow coming from the "C" side of the structure. On Engine 5’s walk around (360◦) they found the room on the "C" side to be fully involved in fire. It appeared to be the only window that was open. Engine 5 forced entry into the home from the "A" side front door. Engine 5 knocked down the fire in the bedroom. The floor underneath them appeared to be extremely hot and spongy, and the decision was made to check the basement. Engine 5 made their way to the basement, and reported heavy smoke conditions with no fire. Engine 5 also checked the attic for extension. Engine 5 knocked down hot spots within the attic. Estimated Property Loss: $75,000 / Estimated Contents Loss: $500.

EMS Activity September 13; Engine 4 was dispatched to Heritage for a medical. Engine 4 arrived to find a 62-year-old male lying on the floor pulseless and apneic. The patient’s family witnessed the patient fall from a standing position just prior to calling 911. A witness was unable to do CPR due to an injury to their hip. The patient’s skin was cyanotic, and CPR was started immediately and continued throughout patient care until pacing was initiated. The patient was then paced with electrical and mechanical capture during the rest of patient care. The patient was defibrillated x 4 with increased energy. The patient was breathing spontaneously en route at 2 times per minute. ACLS protocol was followed. The patient’s care was turned over to SJM Dr without incident. September 24; Engine 3 responded to Botsford Avenue to stage for a medical alarm. The Fire Department responded from staging to find the patient lying supine with obvious signs of death. The patient had multiple gunshot wounds to the body and head. Gunshot wounds were noted to the left hip, inferior aspect of sternum, behind the left ear, behind the right ear, and left chest. There was a large pool of blood noted beneath the patient’s head. The patient’s pupils were fixed and dilated, and the body was cool to the touch. A monitor was placed on the patient showing asystole in three leads. The report was called into SJM, and the doctor gave a time of death of 2126 hours.

Motor Vehicle Accidents September 4; Engine 4 responded emergency to a report of a motor vehicle accident on Moravian. Patient 1 of 2: Upon arrival Engine 4 found a 24-year-old male sitting on the curb, alert and oriented X3. The patient was a restrained driver involved in a head on collision with a second vehicle at 45mph. The driver of the second vehicle was killed instantly and was pronounced on scene. The patient’s vehicle had severe front-end damage with air bag deployment and damage to the steering wheel. Upon arrival the patient was complaining of pain in his chest. Engine 4 palpated the patient’s neck and back, and found no pain on palpation, deformity or bruising, and the patient refused all c-spine precautions including a c-collar and backboard. The patient refused any further care until his father arrived on scene, against all medical advice. Engine 4 assisted the patient onto the stretcher and into the ambulance. Engine 4 did a full head to toe initial patient survey and palpated the patient’s head, neck, back, chest, abdomen, pelvis and both arms and legs and found only minor abrasions with no pain on palpation, deformity or bruising. Engine 4 started an I.V. and transported. The patient denied any loss of consciousness, chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty in breathing, abdomen pain, nausea, headache, blurred vision or weakness. No other significant findings. Patient 2 of 2: Engine 4 found a 20-year-old female unresponsive and pale in the driver’s seat of a vehicle. The patient was involved in a head-on motor vehicle accident with heavy damage to the driver’s side and heavy intrusion into the driver’s compartment. The dashboard and floorboard were in contact with the patient. The patient had trauma to the face and head with an object protruding into the forehead. The patient had no signs of life when Engine 4 arrived on the scene, and because of the trauma to the head with the mechanism of injury, the patient was a priority four. The crew of Engine 4 tried to obtain a four lead EKG, but could not gain access to the patient’s body because of the entrapment from the damage.

No radio report was transmitted to an area ED for a time of death, because of the lack of information about the patient, and the ongoing treatment of the other patient. An initial patient survey by three crewmembers from Engine 4 noted had the patient as dead on scene. The patient was covered with a blanket and a tarp was placed over the vehicle. The county M.E. pronounced the patient’s time of death on arrival, and started her investigation of the patient. When she was ready the crews of Engine 4 and Rescue 1 extricated the patient with the staff from the M.E. office removing the patient from the vehicle. The staff from the M.E. office transported the patient from the scene. September 20; Engine 2 responded to Hayes, south of Hall Rd., for a rollover accident. Enroute, dispatch stated that one patient was ejected, and there was possibly one patient trapped. Upon arrival, Engine 2 observed 3 vehicles involved, on the west side of Hayes Road, just south of Northpointe. Engine 2’s officer took command and investigated. A 28-year-old female found supine on the ground adjacent to the vehicle following a roll-over and ejection. An off-duty Ferndale Fire Fighter on scene maintained cervical immobilization. An initial patient survey revealed the patient withdrew from pain, her airway was intact with spontaneous respirations, her pupils were reactive but constricted, she had strong radial pulses, equal bilateral chest rise, a soft abdomen, an intact pelvis, but bilateral tib/fib closed fractures proximal to the ankles. The patient was packaged with full spinal precautions, loaded in the ambulance and rapidly re-assessed without significant change. There was no bruising to the chest or abdomen noted. Serial vitals were obtained, O2 was provided via non-rebreather, an EKG was performed, an IV was established, and HF-Macomb was contacted. The patient was transported without incident, arrived at the facility, and care was transferred to awaiting staff.

Other Alarm Activity September 3; Engine 2 was dispatched to Lakeside Mall on the report of a Freon R 22 leak at the AT&T store. Dispatch information was that a worker had released approximately 80 lbs of R22 into the store. Further information was that it was confined to the store. Upon arrival Engine 2 talked to the Lakeside Security and Air Force One Service Technician. The Technician stated that he had just finished filling an air handler unit for the AT&T store with 80 lbs of R-22 Freon, when he bumped a copper line with his leg. He stated that he heard a small bang and a white cloud came out of the unit, and filled the space he was working in. He had trouble breathing and left the area, and told employees of the store to evacuate. The Chief Engineer for Lakeside Mall stated that the air handler unit serviced the store only, and other than the service corridor behind the store there was no release of product into the mall. Training Instructor Duke arrived on scene with a gas detector and it alarmed at the entrance to the store, but not in the mall. The detector picked up readings in the service corridor from the loading dock to the store, but not beyond. Lakeside Security had already informed other tenants not to use the corridor and stationed officers at both entrances to prevent anyone from entering. Stores adjacent to the AT&T store were checked, and no problems were found. The decision was made to ventilate the store by utilizing an electrical room exhaust/cooling system at the rear of the store in the service corridor, and an electric fan at the front doors. After approx 60 minutes, the store and service corridor were clear.

The Chief Engineer for Lakeside Mall stated that he would continue to ventilate the area with mall air handling systems. Three AT&T employees and the Service Technician reported headaches during the incident and were evaluated by SHFD Medics. September 17; Macomb County TRT (Technical Rescue Team) was paged out by Clinton dispatch for a man that was buried in a trench collapse in the city of Grosse Point Shores. Rescue 12 along with a collapse trailer responded from Sterling Heights Station #1 with 3 men. R-12 was canceled enroute, because the patient was extricated by Grosse Point Shores before their arrival. Other Activity

September 10; Engine 1 responded to a Public Education Program. There was a request for an engine in the parking lot at Paul Mitchell School of Beauty to take pictures in honor of 9/11.

September 10; Truck 1 responded to a public education event at Knight of Columbus in Station 3's area. Truck 1 was requested to stand by during their annual flag disposal ceremony attended by approximately 100 people. September 11; Truck 1, Engine 1 & Rescue 1 attended a 9/11 ceremony at Runkel Field prior to a Regina/Marion Powder Puff Football game.

FIRE DEPARTMENT - MONTHLY STATS Activity By

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July 1, 2009 Fiscal 09/10

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FIRES 33 33 33 33 EMS 740 640 740 640

OTHER 184 168 184 168 957 841 957 841 August-10 August-09

FIRES 61 59 28 26 EMS 1459 1257 719 617

OTHER 380 414 196 246 1900 1730 943 889 September-10 September-09

FIRES 94 72 33 13 EMS 2166 1871 707 614

OTHER 579 633 199 219 2839 2576 939 846

FIRE PREVENTION During the month of September, Fire Marshal Greg Thomas:

• Conducted Division meetings • Attended Monday Morning briefings • Attended daily morning information pass along meetings in Chief’s office • Met w/ Bob Flewelling regarding closure and fire integrity of 15 Mile and Schoenherr

Farmer Jack • Attended Administrative Quarterly meeting at City Hall • Attended the Senior Staff meeting at Station 5 • Attended Battalion Meetings at Station 1 • Appeared in 41-A District Court regarding the Cecilia fire • Attended meeting at Lakeside Management Office w/ Ed Kubis and National Rep for

General Growth Prop., Mr. Tom McCarthy regarding fire alarm issues • Attended SEMFIS training/seminar at Ike’s restaurant

Fire Inspector Mike Babisch:

• Attended Division meetings • Attended Monday Morning Briefing • Provided additional computer training to Inspector M. Bauss • Met w/ Viazanko, Berger, and contractors at Heritage church for a walk-through and

separation issues • Met w/ Four Star Tooling and Engineering Staff • Met w/ Mr. George Casadei regarding several of his buildings throughout the City of

Sterling Heights • Set up an inspection schedule with UCS • Met w/ staff at Lakeside Towers regarding malfunction of fire alarm issues • Met w/ staff of Towne Village regarding elevator key issues • Attended Senior Staff meeting at Station 5 • Met w/ staffs of A & W and Flaming Wok to discuss deficiencies in their suppression

systems maintenance and service • Met w/ Jim Marsak at Victoria Secret regarding sprinkler and remodeling issues • Met w/ staff at 6610 19 1/2 mile to exchange key safe keys • Attended SEMFIS meeting at Ike’s restaurant

Fire Inspector Mike Bauss:

• Attended Division meetings • Attended Monday Morning Briefings • Received computer training from Inspector M. Babisch

Fire Inspector Don Adsit:

• Attended Division meetings • Attended Monday Morning Briefings • Received computer training w/ Inspector Bauss • Met w/ Paul Reiz from the Detroit News • Met w/ Mr. Hamade, owner of Zazz gas regarding tenant issues • Met w/ Pete Locke regarding record keeping issues • Attended Senior Staff meeting at Station 5

• Met w/ Leonard Wheeler and Cory Frost regarding issues at AGS Automotive • Met w/ Omar Ozust at MIBA Hydra Mechanica to replace key safe keys • Provided SARA title III training to Inspector 1202 • Attended 16 hr. “Risk Watch” training seminar in Lansing, MI.

In addition to the above-mentioned activities, the Fire Prevention Division conducted 25 Liquor License, Amusement device and Site Inspections, 11 Witnessed Acceptance Test Inspections, and 8 Fire Investigations during the month of September. This Division performed 30 plan reviews for sites, buildings and fire suppression systems. The Inspectors completed 217 Fire and Life Safety inspections and discovered 429 violations that were reported to the building/business owners.

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1. To introduce and implement training on the use of the new computer system for all divisionpersonnel.2. To re-examine, re-organize and implement new operational guidelines for the purpose of sustainingall key goals of the division with reduced staff. 3. To complete training of assigned Fire Inspector for 302 site accountability, files and tracking.

4. To enhance storage capabilities and reorganize all informational handouts stored within the FirePrevention Division.

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1. Total Fire Inspections Conducted 2,859 2,200 217 639

General Building Fire Inspections 610 600 28 78

Special Code or Final Occupancy Inspections 520 190 47 149Liquor License, Amusement Devices, Capacity Checks & Site Inspections. 339 350 25 58

Witnessed Acceptance Tests Inspections 106 90 11 25

Re-inspections of Violations 1,195 900 91 293

Citizen Assistance Inspections 89 70 15 36

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3. Violations Discovered and Issued 5,831 5,000 429 1160

4. Investigations (Fire and Other) 82 150 8 23

5. Plan Reviews (Site, Buildings, Alarms) 367 300 30 91

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PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

LIBRARY September 2010 T. Turgeon, Library Director

Automation/Technology A technician for 3M was here to fix the security gates. A technician from Dell was here twice to replace parts of a PC. Chris and Ken from SLC were also here to fix the same PC. It seems to be working now. The print card dispenser was updated to accept the “new style” $5 and $10 bills. Services/Programs/Issues In September, the library circulated 47,770 items and responded to 10,833 resident requests for information. 40,060 residents visited the library in September, an average of 1,742 a day or 174 an hour. New restroom and elevator signs were installed. Alice met with a CD book vendor representative receiving information on discounted pricing and standing order options. The new Adult Graphic Novel collection funded by the Friends of the Library received its first title, Troublemaker by Janet Evanovich. Both copies are checked out. Adult collection maintenance this month focused on medical, mystery and romance collections. Adult Services PT librarians received a quick informational tour on Tornado and Severe Weather Procedures from Library Emergency Coordinator Kathryn Ribant Payne. September was the library's first ever National Library Card Month Business Promotion, during which residents were able to show their library cards at 35 businesses in around the city to receive a discount. Due to this change in how the library recognizes National Library Card Sign-Up Month, statistics will be quite a bit lower on the month because we have lost the ability to keep count of people taking advantage of our month's activity. The program was a success; feedback has been positive so far from patrons and businesses. The library held two programs during the month of September presented by the Investor Education in Your Community program. This program is sponsored by the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation and funded through a federal grant from the Investor Protection Trust, Washington D.C. 59 people attended the programs, held on Sept. 16 and 30. The first of our three-part series of programs on getting teens ready for college was held Sept. 15, with 41 people in attendance. The remaining two, Money for College and Filling Out Financial Aid Forms Line-by-Line will be held in November and January.

The Good Reads Book Discussion Group held Sept. 14 drew 17 people, the highest attendance it has had since October 2005. Teen programs featured gaming and the popular tattoos programs with 35 teens participating. Our first back to school Saturday Pokemon brought in 35 children swapping and socializing. 3 Paws for Reading programs were offered. A total of 21 children read to our dogs. Our wonderful puppet show had 160 children and caregivers enjoying the Red Riding Hood program. Our first craft program of the new school year had 68 preschoolers and caregivers gluing and coloring. Monday Medley was offered twice with a total of 44 preschoolers. Toddler Time was offered 6 times for a total of 201 attending and Storytime was offered 6 times with 82 enjoying stories and crafts. Our Trio program had a big attendance of 95. Our Saturday puppet show made 61 children and families happy. Boards/Commissions/Staff Staff training and meetings: Tammy Turgeon continues to work at both the Sterling Heights Public Library and the Suburban Library Cooperative. Cathy Les and Sue Woodward attended the SLC System Managers meeting. A Children’s Roundtable meeting was held at our library this month. Tracy Harnish planned, organized and ran the meeting. She also compiled a listing of inexpensive performers, at the request of the group. Cathy Les, Mary Newton, and Tish Huang attended a web-based seminar on assisting patrons with Overdrive downloadable ebooks. Cathy Les also attended seminars on reports and helping patrons with the mobile version of Overdrive. Joanne Hotson was hired as a PT Youth Services page and Imran Hyden was hired as a PT Circulation Page. AS Library Assistant Mike Elgert’s father passed away on September 30.

September Library Statistics

September 2010 FY 10/11

Library Web Site Hits 30,141 93,373

Online Catalog/Database Usage/Facebook/Blog 18,240 55,974

Circulation 47,770 168,321

Public Computer Usage (Hours) 5,196 16,592

Library Visits 40,060 141,082

Information Requests from Residents 10,833 33,157

Program Attendance 1,063 11,015

Loans-Outgoing Items 7,379 24,210

Loans-Items Received 8,233 27,096

New Patron Registrations 477 1,495

In-House Usage 6,674 24,921

Materials Added 1,447 4,856

Holds Placed by Residents 6,277 21,660

PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT September 2010 M. Bartholomew, Assistant City Manager

Parks and Recreation staff members attended the MRPA annual business meetings in Mackinac from September 15th – 17th.

Administration Instructional Athletics

The Fall, Winter, & Spring building use has been confirmed with both school districts. The clerical staff began taking registrations for Fall 2010 classes. Registrations also began for the Daddy Daughter Dance and the Senior Boys Basketball League! The clerical staff wrapped up their amusement park ticket sales for the 2010 season. Work has begun on the winter issue of the Sterling Heights Magazine. Fall Dance classes have begun! The pre-owned dance equipment sale has begun and has been a huge financial help to the dance parents. Preparations are underway for the Fall Swim classes that’ll begin on October 2nd. Field rentals at Baumgardner Park have continued through the month. Fall Adult Softball leagues are midseason. The Adult Tennis League playoffs were held.

Nature Center On September 12th, the Nature Center held its second Annual Open House. The event showcased photography by 33 local photographers and was attended by 110 guests. The Audubon Society held a meeting on September 13th with 35 attendees. The Bat Zone from Cranbrook Institute visited the Nature Center on September 26th. The total number of drop-in visitors for the Nature Center in September was 822. The Nature Center showed 1 movie in September with 11 people attending.

The Nature Center held four Birthday Parties in September with 138 guests.

Seven field trips were held in September with a total of 223 students attending. Special Events In September, two troops of scouts visited with 37 people participating. Plans are underway for our Annual Children’s Halloween Party on October 16th. The Senior Center/Active Life Center hosted the annual Chamber of Council’s “Special Day For Seniors”. The Annual S.I.D.S. Fun Walk was held in Dodge Park. Parks /

Building Operations

The Senior Center hosted the City’s Pit Bull Workshop. Delia Park hosted a Sterling Heights High School Cross Country meet. The seniors enjoyed six day trips in September:

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On September 8th, 47 seniors took in a trip to visit the Detroit Zoo. On September 9th, 77 seniors travelled to Stratford, Ontario. On September 16th, 24 seniors visited Greektown in Detroit. On September 24th, 48 seniors watched the Detroit Tigers win at

Comerica Park. On September 29th, 65 seniors enjoyed the River Walk Walking Club. And on September 30th, 35 seniors enjoyed the Lunch Bunch at The

Orchard Inn. Bingo was held on September 14th with 154 participants. The monthly card party was held on September 17th, with 179 seniors attending. 44 seniors enjoyed the movie, “Valentine’s Day”, on September 21st. Seven get-togethers were held in September with 279 seniors in attendance. The Calorie Conscious group met 5 times in September with a total of 213

attending. 41 seniors attended the three Woodcarving meetings held in September.

12 seniors attended three Open Painting Workshops and 16 seniors attended the three Paint Instruction classes in September.

353 seniors enjoyed playing Pickleball in September.

The “Special Day for Seniors” was held on Septebmer 15th with over 700 participants!

4 seniors enjoyed playing basketball this month.

One session of “Exercise with Mary” was held in September with 11 seniors participating. Eight sessions of Line Dance classes were held in September with 161 seniors participating. Six sessions of Zumba Gold Dance/Exercise class were held in September with 150 seniors attending. There were 13 Tai Chi classes held in September with 151 senior participants. Five sessions of Yoga were held in September with 36 seniors attending the classes. 60 seniors enjoyed Badminton during the month of September. 564 seniors played Bridge this month. 231 seniors enjoyed the Pool Room at the Senior Center as well as 34 seniors that participated in a Pool Tournament on September 13th. Seniors totaling 817 used the indoor walking track during the day in September and 10 seniors used the track in the evening. The Walking Club enjoyed two of our area parks during September with 69 participants. The Bowling program began in September with over 90 people participating. Special Recreation The September Dance seen lower than usual participation with 147 attendees. Craft class had lower enrollment also but Cooking classes remain popular and very well attended. The Children’s and Adult Dance Exercise are doing very well. The participants enjoyed Movie and Pizza night on September 10th. The participants enjoyed a Tigers baseball game at Comerica Park on September 24th.

POLICE DEPARTMENT September 2010 M. Reese, Police Chief

PERSONNEL The Police Communications Center welcomed back Dispatcher Helen Tsouroullis on September 8. Helen was originally hired by the City of Sterling Heights in September of 1992 as a dispatcher, however resigned from this position in April of 2001 to fulfill family obligations. Welcome back, Helen! A promotional ceremony was held for Dispatcher Angela Salisbury on September 30, although Dispatcher Salisbury was officially promoted to Shift Leader in July 2010.

SPECIAL EVENTS The National Night Out Against Crime was held on September 1, at 6:30 p.m. Various police and fire displays were on hand for the public to view, along with prizes for the kids and family entertainment. The event was sponsored by Target, Utica Van Dyke Service, Universal Ambulance, and the Sterling Heights Police and Fire Departments. The names of our three fallen officers; Imus (EOW 12-2-71), Stolzenfeld (EOW 10-7-83), Sawyers (EOW 6-5-04) were added to the Macomb Heroes Memorial on Saturday, September 11. The event was held in front of the Macomb County Court House in Mt. Clemens. The annual Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run kicked off on September 13. This year four police officers and one dispatcher ran a combined, yet grueling, 750 miles in five days, all for the sake of helping others. The run began in Copper Harbor, where our runners joined the Michigan State Police and the Deputy Sheriff’s Association of Michigan teams. The non-stop rally concluded on September 17th in Sterling Heights. Each team ran at least five miles every eight hours around the clock for five consecutive days. The run extended across the entire Upper Peninsula, over the Mackinaw Bridge, through the Lower Peninsula to Sterling Heights. Michigan Law Enforcement Officers have raised over $500,000 for Special Olympics in 2010.

NEWS RELEASES OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING On August 31 at approximately 3:15 p.m., officers were dispatched to a Family Trouble in the 41000 block of Marold. As the first responding officer arrived, he observed a white female running out of the front door of the residence, being followed by a white male, who shot once in her direction. Upon seeing the officer, the suspect turned and fired another shot towards the officer, who returned fire, striking the suspect. The suspect fell to the ground with a wound to his temple, and was taken into custody. The

female victim and officer were not wounded. The suspect was transported to the hospital, where he was treated for a minor wound to his head and released to police custody. A four-count warrant was authorized against the suspect, awaiting his arraignment on September 2. SHOOTING SUSPECT ARRAIGNED On September 2, defendant Steven Scoggins was arraigned before Magistrate Piatek on four felony charges for the incident that occurred in the 41000 block of Marold on August 31. A preliminary exam is scheduled for September 13. FATAL ACCIDENTOn September 4, officers were dispatched to the scene of a head-on collision that occurred on Moravian, north of 15 Mile Road. Initial investigation revealed that a Dodge Charger was traveling southwest on Moravian, while a Pontiac Grand Prix was traveling northeast. One of the vehicles crossed over the center line, resulting in a head-on collision. Both vehicles sustained heavy front-end damage. The driver of the Pontiac suffered fatal injuries, while the driver of the Dodge suffered minor injuries. There were no passengers in either car, and alcohol does not appear to be a factor. PERSONAL INJURY ACCIDENT On Monday, September 20, officers were called to the area of Hayes, south of Hall Road, for an injury accident involving three vehicles. Initial investigation revealed that the northbound vehicle crossed the center turn lane and into the path of oncoming southbound traffic. The northbound vehicle struck an oncoming southbound vehicle head-on, causing the southbound vehicle to roll over and then strike another southbound vehicle. The driver of the northbound vehicle was ejected from the vehicle, causing serious injuries to the driver, and was transported to Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. The drivers and occupants of the other two vehicles all suffered minor injuries and were transported to Mt. Clemens General Hospital. Alcohol and / or drugs appear to be a factor in the collision. OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTINGOn Friday, September 24, at approximately 9:10 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 5500 block of Botsford regarding a suicidal subject. The subject had reportedly been drinking, was despondent over losing his job recently and had cut himself earlier in the day. The subject’s grandfather was at the house, attempting to get the subject to admit himself to a hospital. As officers arrived at the location, the grandfather exited the home and was directed by officers to a point of safety. At this same time, the suspect exited the home and turned towards the officers with a gun in his hand. The suspect ignored verbal commands and pointed the gun at the officers. Officers fired their duty weapons at the suspect, who fell to the ground. Emergency personnel responded and pronounced the suspect as deceased. Neither of the officers nor the elderly male were injured. A search of the residence revealed a large assortment of weapons and ammunition.

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SEPTEMBER 1: A resident in the 13000 block of Stonegate Drive, located off of Red Run, north of 14 Mile Road, reported that someone stole his motorcycle from the complex. The victim stated the motorcycle was locked with a disc lock, the handle bar lock and the ignition lock. There was a drag mark from where the motorcycle had been taken. Two helmets, leather gloves, a vest, sunglasses and a map were stored in the motorcycle. A resident in the 4000 block of Heidi, located north of 16 Mile, between Mound and Ryan, reported that she was contacted by two different loan companies regarding two on-line loans that had been opened in her name. She was advised that her name, Social Security Number and other personal information had been supplied. The victim advised both companies that she did not apply for any loans on-line and made the police report. A resident in the 4000 block of 15 Mile Road, east of Ryan, reported that he received an email from Federal Express that a package containing a hair straightener had been delivered to his address. Upon arriving home, the victim could not locate the package. He spoke with several neighbors, who confirmed that they did see a package by the mailboxes earlier in the day. Upon further checking, the victim found an empty Federal Express box in the basement addressed to him. Officers were dispatched to a breaking and entering alarm in the 4000 block of W. Nathan, located in the 17 Mile Road and Ryan area. The homeowner was said to have been out of town. Upon arrival, officers found a car amplifier on the ground and a basement window that had been broken out. A black plastic bag was located on the threshold of the broken window, and the screen of the window was found cut and tossed to the side. The doorwall screen was open, but the doorwall itself was still locked and intact. Upon entry to the home, nothing appeared to be disturbed, other than the chain lock that had secured the door at the top of the basement stairs, which had been forced open. The homeowner arrived and confirmed that the only things disturbed were the glass cabinet doors located in the basement, the stolen / recovered amp, and the vertical blinds of the doorwall. It appears the suspect may have attempted to exit through the doorwall, however was prevented from doing so due to a stick that was placed in the track. Scuffs on the painted concrete basement wall below the broken window indicate the suspect possibly exited by climbing back out the basement window. SEPTEMBER 2: A resident in the 4900 block of Sanford, located near 15 Mile and Mound, reported that she received a letter from Merrill Lynch stating that she had changed her address on the account. The victim advised them that she had not changed her address. She was

also advised that someone had opened a stock brokerage account using her personal information. No money was withdrawn or deposited, and the accounts were cancelled. A Shelby Township resident reported that he had parked his car in the vacant Art Van lot at Lakeside Circle overnight and upon returning to the vehicle, found that someone had broken out all four windows. A resident in the 13000 block of Deepwood, located near 15 Mile and Schoenherr, reported that someone attempted to steal the drive shaft from his vehicle. The brackets and bolts were found lying on the ground where the vehicle was parked. The drive shaft was not removed and nothing else appeared to have been tampered with. SEPTEMBER 7: A security guard for the Utica Community Schools reported that someone spray painted the word ‘bloo’ on the back of Plumbrook Elementary School, 39660 Spalding Drive, located in the 17 Mile and Van Dyke area, with black spray paint. A pole of the swings also had a small amount of black paint on it. A resident in the 34000 block of Amsterdam, located in the 15 Mile and Van Dyke area, reported that someone broke into his residence while he and his family were away for a long weekend. The victim found the front door kicked in and the master bedroom ransacked, with the closet doors left open and the jewelry box emptied. Stolen was a large amount of cash from the top of a television, countless jewelry, and several glass and plastic jars full of coins and currency. A resident in the 5000 block of Northlawn, located in the Mound and 14 Mile Road area, reported that someone broke into his garage while he was away. There were pry marks on the side garage door, and numerous empty spaces on the shelves inside the garage where various tools had been kept. The main garage door was partially open and off the track. Among the stolen items were a snow blower, an ATV, a toolbox with assorted tools, hunting bows, a welder, two chainsaws and hedge clippers, along with various other tools and items. An employee of the UPS Store, located at 44648 Mound, south of Hall Road, reported that the business had been broken into. The employee arrived for work and discovered two cash drawers lying on the floor. The rear door of the business had been pried open, and the cash from the drawers had been stolen. Yellow paint marks were observed in the areas of the pry marks. SEPTEMBER 8: An employee of Ric-Man Construction, 6850 Nineteen Mile, reported that someone stole their directional sign on wheels from the construction site at Utica Road and Dodge Park.

A resident in the 14000 block of Kerner, located in the Hayes and Nineteen Mile area, reported that someone stole a Tom Tom GPS unit from his unlocked vehicle while it was parked in his driveway. A patient of the Henry Ford Medical Clinic, 14500 Hall Road at Schoenherr, reported that someone stole the catalytic converter off of his vehicle while he was in the clinic. Upon starting the vehicle, it was very loud. The victim looked beneath the vehicle, and saw his exhaust on the ground and two fresh cuts where the converter was cut off. A resident in the 15000 block of Shoreline Drive, located at Hayes and Hall Road, reported that someone stole the catalytic converter off of her vehicle while it was parked in the apartment parking lot. SEPTEMBER 9: A resident in the 40000 block of Flagstaff Drive, located in the 18 Mile and Van Dyke area, reported that she found a debit transaction on her bank statement that she did not authorize to WOW Cable in the amount of $900. The victim states she is in possession of the debit card. Upon contacting her banking institution, the victim was advised that several attempts had been made over the holiday weekend to acquire large amounts of money from her account. Three patrons of Taza, 2383 – 14 Mile Road, east of Dequindre, reported that their cars were damaged while they were eating dinner in the restaurant. One of the vehicles was keyed on the driver’s side, and two vehicles were keyed on the passenger side. Officers were dispatched to the UPS Store, 13335 – 15 Mile Road, east of Schoenherr, on a “B&E Alarm with Front Motion”. Upon arrival, officers found the back door open, with pry marks at the locking mechanism. The office had been ransacked and the safe in the office was open. A safe deposit box and register were located open on the floor, with only coins left in the register drawer. The manager arrived and advised that the store had been locked and secured the night before by one of the employees. Other back doors in the plaza were checked and all appeared to be secure. SEPTEMBER 10: An employee of a dental office located at 4151 – 17 Mile Road, east of Ryan, reported that someone broke into the office. A screen was found taken off a window, and the window had been forced open. The office drawers had been gone through, however nothing appeared to be missing at the time of the report. An employee of Andiamo Restaurant, 14425 Lakeside Circle, at Hall Road, reported that someone entered her purse and stole approximately $150 from her wallet. The purse was stored on a shelf in the coffee room while she was working. At the end of her shift, she found her wallet lying on top of her purse instead of being inside, and discovered her money missing.

A resident in the 36000 block of Thomas, located in the area of Metro Parkway and Dodge Park Road, reported that someone made an e-check withdrawal from her bank account to pay Comcast last month. In checking with her bank, the victim was advised that $220 had been withdrawn from her account by way of an electronic check. The victim stated that she does not have an account with Comcast Cable. Comcast advised the victim that they would refund her money after she made a police report. A resident in the 40000 block of William Drive, located in the Dodge Park and Utica Road area, reported that someone broke into her son’s car while it was parked in the driveway. She stated she found the passenger side window broken out and the lock on the passenger side had been “bored-out”. The stereo, speakers and amplifier had been removed, along with a backpack containing her son’s netbook with external HD and DVD player, two portable game systems, games, headphones, an iPod and a hygiene kit with a Braun shaver. The estimated cost of the stolen items is approximately $1500. SEPTEMBER 13: A resident in the 11000 block of Fury Ct., located in the Dodge Park and 15 Mile Road area, reported that his residence had been broken into. Entry was gained through the side garage door, which had been forced open, and miscellaneous jewelry and a large jar of coins had been stolen. A neighbor observed a strange vehicle in the victim’s driveway and the garage door open, however could offer no description other than the vehicle having “large tail lights”. A resident in the 12000 block of Brougham, located in the area of 15 Mile and Dodge Park, reported that someone broke into his residence and stole a gold cross. There were pry marks on the doorwall at the back of the residence and the side door. It did not appear that entry was gained at the doorwall due to a locking hatch at the bottom of the doorwall on the inside of the residence that was still engaged. A resident in the 34000 block of Birchgrove, located in the area of 15 Mile and Van Dyke, reported that his vehicle had been stolen from the parking lot of the apartment complex. The victim states he is in possession of the only set of keys, and gave no-one permission to use his vehicle. There were no signs of forced entry in the area where the vehicle had been parked. A resident in the 12000 block of Canal, located in the area of M-53 & M-59, reported that a dirt bike was found on the front lawn. Upon officers’ arrival, it was determined that the registered owner resides on N. York Drive. The owner was contacted, and stated he believed his dirt bike was still in a trailer in his back yard. SEPTEMBER 14: A resident in the 34000 block of Centennial Court, located in the 15 Mile and Van Dyke area, reported that someone broke out three windows of his vehicle while it was parked in his driveway.

An employee of Reliant Industries, 6119 – 15 Mile Road, at Mound, reported that approximately $1500 worth of scrap metal had been stolen from the business grounds over the weekend. The employee went on to advise that someone illegally dumped approximately 40 tires into a scrap metal dumpster located on the property. The property is not fenced in, allowing easy access to the property and materials. A student of Stevenson High School, 39701 Dodge Park Road, north of 17 Mile, reported that while she was at practice after school, someone stole her cellular phone. The student left her belongings on the bleachers, as did the rest of her team. After practice ended, the student noticed that her phone was missing. SEPTEMBER 15: A resident in the 34000 block of Moravian, south of 15 Mile Road, reported that he was advised his Bridge Card was being used in Detroit. The victim believes his card was possibly stolen out of his unlocked vehicle while it was parked unattended in Sterling Heights. An employee of Villa Residential Realty out of Eastpointe, a company that oversees homes for Fannie Mae, reported that a home in the 3100 block of Gloucester Drive, located in the 17 Mile Road and Ryan area, had been vandalized. Numerous windows of the home had been broken out and the interior drywall had been damaged. An employee of Sterling Heights Dodge, 40111 Van Dyke, south of 18 Mile Road, reported that spare tires and rims had been stolen off the backs of three new vehicles displayed in the new car lot. The spares are only held on by three lug nuts and not locked. The dealership removed all additional tires to prevent further thefts. A resident in the 8100 block of New Bradford Boulevard, located in the 17 Mile Road and Van Dyke area, reported that a GPS system and his garage door opener had been stolen from his vehicle. There were no signs of forced entry to the vehicle. The victim disconnected his garage door and will have it reprogrammed. SEPTEMBER 16: Two residents of the Fairway Green Apartments in the 12000 block of Ina Drive, located in the 15 Mile and Maple Lane area, reported their vehicles had been broken into overnight. Both vehicles had a window broken out and the portable GPS systems stolen. Both vehicles were parked in the carport at the time of the incidents. A resident in the 34000 block of Centennial Court, located in the 15 Mile Road and Van Dyke area, reported she received a call from Target Account Services, advising her that her credit card had been used on the Internet for two purchases; one purchase was over $300 and the other was nearly $200. A resident in the 13000 block of Riverwood Drive, located in the Schoenherr and Moravian area, reported that someone attempted to break into his home through the

side entrance door. The deadbolt was engaged when the attempt was made to force the door open, causing damage to the doorjamb. It does not appear that the suspect proceeded any further into the home, and nothing appeared to be missing at the time of the report. A resident in the 33000 block of King Richard Drive, located in the 14 Mile and Ryan area, reported that he was alerted by his credit card company that two large purchases had been made within 4 minutes of each other at a Meijer store in Mason, MI. The victim stated the only time his credit card has left his possession was when he paid for dinner with it over the weekend at TGIF on Van Dyke. A patron of Sterling Lanes, 33200 Schoenherr, north of 14 Mile Road, reported that someone had broken out the rear passenger window of her vehicle while it was parked in the lot. The navigation system and radio were neatly removed, with no damage to the dashboard. SEPTEMBER 17: A resident in the 37000 block of Rosebush Street, located in the 16 Mile and Ryan area, reported he received a phone call from a male with an accent who advised that he was the winner of $800,000, and that he would have to wire $595 via Western Union to obtain his winnings. The victim refused and told the caller to send him the money first and hung up the phone. Less than 20 minutes later, the victim received another call from a male with an accent regarding the same information. A resident in the 36000 block of Melbourne Drive, located in the 16 Mile and Schoenherr area, reported that someone broke out the rear passenger side window of his vehicle and removed the in-dash navigation system, causing extensive damage to the dashboard. The vehicle was parked in the driveway of the residence, with the doors locked and the alarm activated. The suspect was able to bypass the alarm by breaking out the window and crawling into the vehicle, never having to open a door. A resident in the 13000 block of Canterbury Drive, located in the Schoenherr and 16 Mile Road area, reported that someone broke out the front passenger side window of his vehicle and removed the in-dash GPS / radio, causing extensive damage to the dashboard. The vehicle was parked in the driveway of the residence, with the doors locked and the alarm activated. It appears the suspect was able to crawl into the vehicle, or remove the system by leaning into the car. It does not appear any of the vehicle doors were opened to gain entry. A resident in the 13000 block of Harbour Court, located east of Schoenherr, north of 15 Mile, reported that someone broke out a window of his vehicle and pried the stereo system from the dashboard, causing significant damage. The vehicle was parked in the driveway of the residence, with the doors locked and the alarm activated. The suspect bypassed the alarm system by entering through the window, never opening a door.

A resident in the 14000 block of Atwater Drive, located in the Hayes and M-59 area, reported that someone broke out the driver’s side window of his vehicle and tore out the center console and the in-dash GPS unit. Nothing else appears to have been taken. SEPTEMBER 20: A resident in the 12000 block of Ina Drive, located in the Maple Lane and 15 Mile Road area, reported that she was looking for tickets to the Sunday Lion’s game on Craig’s List. She located a pair of tickets that she wanted to purchase and sent an email to the seller. The seller called her and obtained debit card information to secure the tickets, and advised the victim the tickets will be ready for pick up at ‘will call’. The victim called the box office and was advised that there were no tickets in her name, and further that ‘will call’ is only for Ticketmaster purchases. The victim has been unable to reach the seller, and found a $960 charge posted to the account that she did not authorize. A resident in the 33000 block of Shelley Lynne Drive, located in the 14 Mile and Van Dyke area, reported that when he entered his vehicle, he found that the center console was open and that $120 in cash was missing, along with a prescription he just filled the day before. He further noticed that his car stereo had been tampered with, but not taken. A resident in the 41000 block of Paign Drive, located in the Schoenherr and Clinton River Road area, reported that he heard a hissing noise coming from the street. When he went to investigate the sound, he found that his tire had been slashed and was leaking air. A resident in the 2000 block of Lindell, located in the 15 Mile and Dequindre area, reported that his son heard noise coming from the attached garage. When he and his son went to investigate the sounds, they found three subjects going through boxes. The suspects ran out the unlocked side entry door. The victim advised the lock on the side door malfunctions; therefore he secured it by placing a ladder in front of the door to prevent entry. A while later, they heard the sound of the ladder falling over, and upon investigation they found the same three suspects rummaging through boxes again. September 21: The general manager of Crest Lincoln Mercury, 36200 Van Dyke, south of 16 Mile Road, reported that two of their used vehicles for sale had been tampered with and had missing parts. The complainant believes the vehicles were both locked, with lock boxes affixed to the driver’s side window containing a key to the vehicle on each. Both vehicles were parked in the front lot facing Van Dyke. One of the vehicles was missing a front-end grille, and the other vehicle had the radio / navigation system removed. There were no signs of forced entry to either vehicle.

A resident in the 12000 block of Malburg Drive, located in the Schoenherr and Canal area, reported that someone gave her a counterfeit $50 bill at a garage sale she was having. The victim stated a man purchased a set of speakers for $5, and handed her a $50 in payment for them. The victim gave the suspect change and he left. The victim examined the $50 and thought it looked suspicious. She took the bill to the bank, where it was confirmed as a counterfeit bill. A resident in the 3000 block of Lancaster Drive, located in the 16 Mile and Ryan area, reported that someone stole his vehicle from his driveway. On-Star was called, and the vehicle was located in Warren with no visible damage. There were skid marks on the driveway at the victim’s house where the vehicle had been parked. The victim stated that the second set of keys to this vehicle were kept in his other vehicle that was also parked in his driveway. It was noted that the radio in the stolen / recovered vehicle was set to a station that the victim does not listen to. SEPTEMBER 22: A patron of Liberty Park, 33600 Mound, just north of 14 Mile, reported that someone broke out the front passenger window of his vehicle while it was parked in the lot. Taken from the vehicle were a laptop computer, an electronic drawing pad, a leather brief case, a digital camera, an MP3 player and the factory installed navigation system. A resident in the 8700 block of George F. Bunker Boulevard, located in the 18 Mile and Utica Road area, reported that the passenger side front window of her vehicle was broken out with a rock while it was parked in the lot. The victim stated a tote bag containing her passport and banking information was stolen from the vehicle, along with her briefcase, which contained court paperwork for Oakland County. Officers were dispatched to the 3500 block of Cherry Creek Lane, located in the M-59 and Ryan area, regarding a suspicious vehicle occupied by two. Upon arrival officers were unable to locate the vehicle. While checking the area, officers found a vehicle with the trunk and driver’s door open. A further check showed that the glove compartment had been opened as well. Contact with the owner was made, who advised that his vehicle was left unlocked and there was nothing of value inside. The only damage noted was that the interior was wet from the rain. Officers were dispatched to the 34000 block of Birchgrove, located in the 15 Mile and Van Dyke area, to assist the fire department with an apartment fire. Upon arrival, officers determined that everyone had gotten out of the surrounding apartments. The apartment that was the source of the fire has been vacant for approximately a month and a maintenance employee had already extinguished the fire. It appears the carpet in the front room had been on fire, and heavy smoke was still coming from the apartment. A cleaning lady heard the fire alarm sounding when she arrived for work,

and notified the apartment manager and a maintenance employee. The maintenance employee evacuated the surrounding apartments, and then grabbed the fire extinguisher from the glass case and put out the fire prior to the arrival of fire personnel. An S.H.F.D. lieutenant advised that residents could return to their apartments. SEPTEMBER 23: A resident of Rochester reported that someone entered her vehicle while it was parked in a driveway in the 39000 block of Edgevale Drive, located in the 17 Mile and Dodge Park Road area, and stole her purse, which contained her wallet, license, checkbook, cash, professional papers and credit cards. There was also a backpack taken that contained her laptop, makeup and medical equipment. The victim further stated her hockey sticks, a leather jacket and her cell phone were also missing from the vehicle. The victim contacted her credit card companies and was advised that her cards had already been used in Sterling Heights. A resident of Sterling Heights reported that his grandmother passed away at the Pineridge Home, 43707 Hayes, north of 19 Mile Road. When he arrived at the home, his grandmother was already wrapped in a blanket, however he noticed her wedding ring was missing from her finger. He spoke with the director, who advised she was going to start an investigation regarding the missing ring. A resident in the 11000 block of Canterbury, located in the 16 Mile and Dodge Park area, reported that someone stole her mountain bike. The victim stated she went for a bike ride and returned home at approximately 1530 hrs. She left the bike in the driveway and went into the house. When she came out at approximately 2000 hrs., her bike was gone and she assumed someone put it in the garage. The next day, she went out for a bike ride, however her bike could not be located anywhere. SEPTEMBER 24: Officers were dispatched to Acument Global Technology, 6125 – 18 Mile Road, east of Mound, regarding a fire alarm. While en route, Dispatch advised the Fire Department confirmed a machine fire inside the location. Upon arrival, officers observed smoke coming from the business. All employees were accounted for, and no injuries were reported. After fire personnel extinguished the fire, the employees were allowed back inside the building. A resident in the 8000 block of Lamplighter Drive, located in the 16 Mile and Van Dyke area, reported that he left a bicycle outside his residence, and upon his return, the bike was gone. A resident in the 36000 block of Weber Drive, located in the 16 Mile and Mound area, reported that someone took her bicycle from her driveway.

A resident in the 4000 block of Dickson Drive, located in the 16 Mile and Ryan area, reported that two bikes were stolen out of her open garage. The victim stated her father came home at approximately 1730 hours, and left the attached garage door open. At approximately 1830 hours, the father went to the garage and discovered the two bikes missing. Nothing else appears to be missing from the garage. SEPTEMBER 27: A resident in the 3000 block of Cherry Creek Lane, located in the Ryan and Hall Road area, reported that someone stole his wallet from his unlocked vehicle over night. The wallet contained the victim’s driver’s license and Social Security card. A resident in the 2000 block of Tarry Drive, located in the Dequindre and 14 Mile Road area, reported that someone stole his snowblower from his garage. The victim stated that his wife left the house at approximately 1800 hours and closed the garage door with the remote opener. When she returned home, the garage door was open and they discovered the snowblower missing. The garage window was found to be off the track and sitting on a bench inside the garage. The dirt on the window was smudged, however it appears that gloves were used to remove it. A resident in the 5000 block of Branch Street, located in the Mound and 17 Mile Road area, reported that someone stole his vehicle from his driveway. The victim is in possession of the only set of keys and gave no-one permission to use his vehicle. He also contacted his credit union lien holder, and was advised that they did not repossess his vehicle. A resident in the 42000 block of Buckingham Drive, located in the 19 Mile and Schoenherr area, reported that someone knocked over his and his neighbor’s mailboxes. The victim stated he awoke in the middle of the night and heard a loud crash from the front of his house. He looked out and saw a mid-sized passenger car speeding away from the location. The neighbor’s home is currently unoccupied. SEPTEMBER 28: A resident in the 41000 block of Harvard Drive, located in the Hayes and 19 Mile Road area, reported she found an unauthorized debit transaction on her checking account. The transaction was in the amount of $200 at a Shoprite Store in Philadelphia. The victim stated she is in possession of the card in question. A resident of Sterling Heights reported that while he was at Fuddruckers, 40955 Van Dyke, at 18 Mile Road, someone stole the catalytic converter off of his vehicle. The repair cost the victim over $550.

SEPTEMBER 29: A resident in the 34000 block of Maplegrove Drive, located in the 15 Mile and Van Dyke area, reported that someone broke out the rear driver’s side window of his vehicle and stole the factory installed navigation system. A resident in the 43000 block of Pendleton Circle, located in the Canal and Schoenherr area, reported that she just discovered her home had been broken into. Upon arrival, officers determined that the suspects were no longer inside the residence. The front door had been forced open and the interior had been ransacked. Among the items stolen were a laptop and a PlayStation 3, however the victim wished to clean up and inventory the missing items with her husband before she could figure out everything that was taken. A resident in the 2500 block of Woodchase Court, located in the Dequindre and 16 Mile Road area, reported that someone broke into his storage unit and stole his pistol. The victim states the storage unit is separate from his building, and the lock may have been forced off and was also missing. A resident in the 34000 block of Aquarius Drive, located in the 15 Mile and Ryan area, reported that someone broke into her vehicle and stole the stereo / navigation system out of the dashboard. The vehicle was parked and locked in the lot near the southeast corner of her building. The front passenger side window was in pieces on the passenger seat with pieces of broken glass on the running board, and the dashboard had been pulled away, exposing the wires. SEPTEMBER 30: A resident of St. Clair Shores reported that his vehicle had been broken into while it was parked in the 8000 block of Crestview, located in the 14 Mile and Van Dyke area. The victim stated that the passenger side rear window was broken out, and his camera and radar detector were stolen. A resident in the 13000 block of Brougham, located in the Schoenherr and 15 Mile Road area, reported that five cash withdrawal transactions occurred on his bank account without his authorization. The victim states he is in possession of the card in question. A resident in the 33000 block of Mina Drive, located in the 14 Mile and Schoenherr area, reported that she discovered an unauthorized payment to Comcast on her bank statement. The victim stated she has never dealt with Comcast.

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DEPARTMENTAL ACTIVITY ANALYSIS – AUGUST 2010 In coordination with the Michigan Incident Crime Reporting System (MICRS), the following statistical report discusses the comparison of activity for the last two months (AUGUST & JULY 2010). The following highlights were noted: Upon comparing the statistical report for August 2010 with the activity report for July 2010, the following highlights were noted. Citations Issued August 2010 August 2009 July 2010

Uniform Bureau 1067 1440 1009Traffic Bureau 1754 1819 1504

Accidents August 2010 August 2009 July 2010 317 259 344

Arrests August 2010 August 2009 July 2010 Uniform Bureau 206 212 180Traffic Bureau 19 23 22Detective Bureau 37 21 44 Total Arrests 262 256 246 The total number of incidents for Police Operations this month compared to last month increased from 4515 to 4541.

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• All reportable crimes year to date decreased from last August from 5370 to 5196. • All reportable crimes compared to the previous month, August 2010, decreased

by 11% or 81 incidents.

• All reportable crimes compared to the same month last year, August 2009, decreased by 69 incidents, from 748 to 679, or 9%.

Index Crimes August 2010

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Total Incidents 4541 4515 28300 26609

Total Accidents 317 344 2456 2179

Citations Issued (Road Patrol) 1067 1009 9680 11175

Citations Issued (Traffic Bureau) 1754 1504 13880 12716

Civil Citations 2545 2260 20782 20628

Misdemeanor Citations 72 72 672 853

Ordinance Citations 72 75 720 753

Motor Carrier Citations 26 14 225 162

Parking Citations 79 73 1098 1328

OWI Citations 27 19 164 167

Arrests (Road Patrol) 206 180 1492 1756

Arrests (Traffic Bureau) 19 22 172 170

Arrests (Detective Bureau) 37 44 364 310

Total Arrests 262 246 2028 2236

Activities for the Month of August for the Office of Emergency Management

• The Office of Emergency Management continues to monitor the weather during

severe weather season. • The Office of Emergency Management, in conjunction with Community Relations,

provided education via the Sterling Heights Website and Television Station on the new digital messages that will now be included with the Outdoor Warning Sirens. The first digital test message is scheduled to take place along with the Monthly Siren Test the first Saturday in October.

• Members of the Sterling Heights Emergency Services Operations Group (ESOG)

met on Tuesday, September 7th to finalize preparation for the Fiscal Year 2010 National Incident Management System annual report.

• The Emergency Manager attended the Region 2N Bio-Terror Advisory Board

meeting on Wednesday, September 10th.

• Ms. Miller attended the Macomb County Citizen Corps meeting Friday, September 10th to discuss Macomb County Citizen Corps strategies and goals, prepare for the expenditures of future Citizen Corps Grant monies, and to partner up with other county volunteer organizations to consolidate training and participation in the May 2011 State-wide Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) games.

• The Emergency Manager conducted a Sterling Heights CERT meeting on

Tuesday, September 14th to begin training and preparation for the 2011 State-wide CERT competition.

• Ms. Miller met with the Michigan State Police Emergency Management &

Homeland Security District 2N Coordinator, Mark Martinez, on Thursday, September 16th to develop the Sterling Heights five year Exercise and Drill goals and objectives.

• The Emergency Manager met with Jim Buhlinger of the Department of Public

Works on Thursday, September 16th to review and document DPW National Incident Management System (NIMS) activities.

• The Emergency Manager attended the Regional Citizen Corps Council meeting on

Monday, September 20th.

• Ms. Miller attended the web-broadcasted National United States Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management

meeting regarding lessons learned from Hurricane Katrina on Wednesday, September 22nd.

• Ms. Miller attended the Michigan State Police Emergency Management &

Homeland Security Quarterly meeting located in Livonia, Michigan on September 23rd.

• The Emergency Manager met with Michigan State Police Emergency

Management & Homeland Security District 2N Coordinator, Mark Martinez, on Wednesday, September 29th, to finalize the paperwork for the 2011 Emergency Management Performance Grant.

• Ms. Miller participated in the Region-wide Emergency Operations Center 800 MHz

radio drill on Wednesday, September 29th.

• The Emergency Manager participated in the Region-wide Michigan State Police Emergency Management & Homeland Security E-Team drill that took place on Wednesday, September 29th.

• Ms. Miller conducted a citywide E-Team exercise for City E-Team trained

personnel on Wednesday, September 29th.

• The Emergency Manager attended the Macomb County Citizen Corps Goals and Strategy Workgroup on Thursday, September 30th.

• Ms. Miller finalized the fiscal year 2010 National Incident Management System

(NIMS) Federal Report and entered it into the Federal NIMS database on September 30th. The City of Sterling Heights remains 100% NIMS compliant as required by Federal and State Statutes.

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OEM Performance ObjectivesTo conduct quarterlytraining exercises in order toimprove the city's ability torespond to a major incidentor disaster.

To facilitate training tostrengthen eachdepartment's ability tocommunicate during anemergency, both within theirdepartment and within theEmergency OperationsCenter (EOC).To provide several avenuesto facilitate citizenawareness of personal andcommunity preparednessand encourage participationin community preparednessactivities.

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT September 2010 S. Conigliaro, Public Works Director

FLEET MAINTENANCE DIVISION

• Provided 15,985.7 gallons of unleaded fuel and 5,583.6 gallons of diesel fuel thru 1,743

transactions. • Completed 98 repair orders and 5,441 Preventative Maintenance work orders on City

vehicles. • Our Mechanics Storekeeper chose to seek employment elsewhere. His last day of

work was September 24, 2010. We are working on resolutions to take care of this problem at this time.

• Mechanics spent 32.5 hours making facility repairs not classified as vehicle repair. • Various mechanics have been and are being cross-trained in the Mechanic Stores and

the General Store on computer operations and inventory stocking of these stores. This is being done to alleviate a small part of the workload placed on our one remaining storekeeper. We are training Laborer Brian Setera in Stores' operations.

• Fleet Maintenance continues to write instructional manuals for computer usage in this department. This is to help in the future training of employees in this division. These documents can be found on the D.P.W. drive.

• August 15 began our winter prep season. This entails inspecting, repairing, and maintaining:

11 tandem axel dump trucks 11 single axel dump trucks 3 end loaders 3 flat bed trucks 2 John Deere Gators

5 John Deere mowers converted to snow plows, 1 John Deere mower with front broom

23 4x4 pickups 54 front plows 24 salt spreaders 22 under blades

• We have completed 3 winter preps and are in process on 5 other winter preps, while sustaining all other fleet functions.

• We fabricated and installed a grate on a culvert at Jay-Cee Park to keep kids from playing inside of the culvert.

• Met with Fire Department to address computer and striping issues. It was agreed to allow Fire Mechanics to wire computers as recommended by the manufacturer. The Sign Shop will install striping on the back of the trucks, as they have time. One vehicle was completed.

• 1 new police vehicle was outfitted with radios, computers, lights, sirens, cages, safety equipment, and various other equipment.

• The Mechanics Store processed an average of 11 invoices per day for a total of 237 invoices. The total number of parts issued to mechanics was 552, an average of 25.09 parts per workday. Total expenditures were $29,069.98.

• The General Store, while open on a limited basis, processed 408 transactions totaling $8,389.10, while also reordering and restocking supplies.

• Mechanics personnel spent 65.75 hours in September, maintaining records and stock in the General Store. August 16, 2010, we began keeping records of our time spent maintaining the General Store to help in the further considerations of the future of this store.

• Training new dispatcher on computer programs and general procedures of D.P.W. procedures. He is also used as our afternoon parts runner.

PARKS AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE DIVISION

• Turf maintenance – Crews continued mowing the city parks throughout the month as grass continued to grow at unseasonable rates. Rotations continued at a rate of seven to ten days.

• Landscape maintenance – Staff continued weeding of the beds at Lakeside finger roads on a bi-weekly basis. Building sites were also weeded, as needed, during the period. Delia and L.W.B. Parks were also weeded and Roundup sprayed so as to slow growth at the sites.

• Lining of athletic fields – Weekly lining of the soccer and football fields were completed on a weekly basis at both sites.

• Tree watering – With the tree planting comes watering of the newly planted trees. Trees at Delia Park, as well as numerous right-of-way trees throughout the city, continue to be watered during the period.

• Lakeside finger roads' median maintenance – The hot dry summer took its toll on the grass areas in the medians at Lakeside Mall. The old turf was removed and replaced with new sod, enhancing the overall appearance of the roads.

• Delia Park football opening weekend – Crews spent a good portion of the week prepping the site for the opening of the football season. Lining of fields, weeding the entire sites, rotor tilling of the warning tracks, moving bleachers to the fields from the parks and grounds facility, painting of trashcans, to name a few.

SEWER MAINTENANCE DIVISION Inspectors:

• 279 Service requests/complaints issued and 228 closed. This includes 127 Miss Dig inspections. The majority of the open complaints are for sod repairs, water main restorations, and catch basin repairs. All of these are in the process of being repaired.

• Inspected 9 sanitary connections, 14 sanitary line repairs, and 9 new sump installations and 14 repairs.

• Assisted with retention pond maintenance, rear storm drain yard cleaning, and with concrete breakout, removal, and replacement

• Televised two storm lines. Televised sanitary lines along Van Dyke at 15 Mile Road because of extreme grease buildup in the lines that caused a backup at the Sterling Inn/Best Western. Performed 25 grease trap inspections on restaurants and catering halls. Documents are being obtained from each inspection regarding the frequency of cleaning, and copies of invoices from cleaning companies. This is an ongoing project to keep fats, oils, and greases out of the sanitary lines.

• Televised sanitary lines throughout section #1 of the city. Approximately 7,200 feet of sanitary line inspection has taken place in residential areas. One area of concern was found in section #2 on Hartwick Drive, where someone had thrown concrete into the sanitary channel of a structure. Crews used a hammer and chisel to remove the obstruction. Section #1 has had all of the sanitary lines televised and the crews are now working in Section #2. The Sewer Maintenance Division will be televising and recording all of the sanitary lines in the city. This project should be completed within three years.

Jet operators:

• One sanitary backup was reported in September at the Best Western/Sterling Inn/Loon River Café. The Health Department was advised because this is a food preparation and serving area. No property damage reported, but five days was spent cleaning debris, grease, food products, silverware, and other cleaning materials from the sanitary line. A bill was submitted to recover the Sunday overtime costs associated with illegal discharge of fats, oils, and grease. A follow-up grease trap inspection revealed that this establishment is not following routine maintenance and cleaning of its system, and was approximately four months behind on that maintenance. The property owner was notified, as was management.

• Sanitary lines are being cleaned on a daily basis, if the equipment is running. Cleaned 59,100 feet of sanitary sewer and 300 feet of storm main to remove roots and infiltration debris.

• Assisted with: saw cutting and concrete break out for water main breaks and sanitary/storm structure repairs, pouring concrete and building storm structures, televising sanitary and storm lines, televising areas of concern to clean grease and built up debris as needed, concrete break out/removal and replacement, cleaning the bar screens at retention ponds with plant operators, the Engineering Department and City contractors with the repair of a sanitary line that had collapsed underneath 17 Mile Road, and with the excavation and restoration repairs of sanitary lines on 17 Mile Road.

• Cross-trained with Plant Mechanic duties and Inspector duties Service workers:

• Assisted with televising and cleaning of sanitary and storm lines • Crushed materials at the recycle sites • Cross-trained with Vactor jets, Plant Mechanics duties, and Inspector duties • Broke out and repaired three sidewalk flags from water main breaks. • Cleaned sod areas from water main breaks. Prepped those areas for sod replacement.

Used 75 pounds of seed and 160 yards of sod, and approximately 65 yards of topsoil. • Broke out and repaired three sections of roadway and made repairs to a collapsed

storm structures. Repaired one drive approach. • Raised five sanitary covers, and three rear yard storm structures to grade • Excavated an earthen berm on 17 Mile Road, in order to uncover a buried sanitary

structure. This structure has been buried for more than 30 years, and during excavation and follow up televising, it was discovered that there were two sections of sanitary main that were broken, causing intermittent sanitary slowdowns. Those areas have been repaired.

Plant Operator Mechanics: • Checked Sanitary Sewer Lift Stations and Storm Water Retention Pond Pump Stations • Documented areas of concern for maintenance and met with Engineering Department

regarding repairs that are going out to bid. • Acquired bid specifications from Kennedy Industries for the emergency replacement of

a failed wet well pump at the Burton Share/Wall Street retention pond. The pump should be replaced by mid November.

• Removed brush and weeds from retention ponds with weed whips and push mowers and had seasonal employees make one round through the ponds for fence line weed whipping. Worked with Street Services to direct where herbicides could be used around the wet wells and fence lines of the retention basins.

• Assisted Water Services with confined space entries at numerous sites • Cleaned meter pits and impellers for pumps • Crushed materials at the recycle sites • Assisted with: sanitary and storm line cleaning, the breakout and repair of sidewalks

and streets, the television truck, sanitary and storm line inspections, grease trap inspections, and with the excavation and restoration repairs of sanitary lines on 17 Mile Road.

• Installed hook bolts for street repairs • Cleaned bar screens at retention ponds, and two well sumps • Gathered information for bids to get contact switches replaced at all ponds • Repaired two well pumps that had been plugged with debris

Laborers

• Assisted in all applications and job assignments for sewer division maintenance. • Cleaned all Sewer Division vehicles • Removed brush and weeds from retention ponds with weed whips and push mowers • Cross train with Jet Operators, Plant Operators, and T.V. truck operations • Additional training on backhoe, breaker, and end loaders at repair scenes and at the

yard with available time. • Assisted with: recycle duties, removal and repair of sidewalks, sod damage repair,

concrete removal and replacement, sanitary and storm structure repair, street repairs, and the excavation and restoration repairs of sanitary lines on 17 Mile Road.

• Brian Setera temporarily re-assigned to Fleet Maintenance to work in the General Store and Mechanics Store.

STREET SERVICES DIVISION

• 2.85 miles of gravel roads were graded this month and 8,800 gallons of chloride was applied for our third application of the year.

• 130 feet of ditching was completed and 1 tube replaced. • 6.25 tons of cold/hot patch were put down. • 285 catch basins were cleaned on major roads, with 70.5 Cubic Yards of material

removed. • 91 chipper jobs were completed. • We finished our 4th rotation of major road sweeping 61.50 cubic yards of debris was

swept up. 237 cubic yards were sent to the landfill. • 9 adopt-a-rode pickups were completed.

• 4 rounds of litter pickup completed. • 325 tree inspections or complaints were taken care of. • 53 stumps were ground and restored. • 37 trees were removed in-house. • 1 round of detention basin mowing completed. • 2 rounds of right-of-way grass cutting completed. • 2 rounds of island mowing completed. • The Sign Shop did 234 sign replacements and/or repairs. • Logoed 4 police cars • Logoed 6 City cars and trucks

WATER DISTRIBUTION DIVISION S & W Excavating, the company contracted for Water Division work requiring excavating, such as service taps, water main repairs, and stop-box replacement, completed the following:

• 4 residential service taps • 12 water main repairs • 4 stop boxes replaced

Water Service Workers and our Meter Repair/Install crew respond to service requests from residential and commercial customers and from Water Billing. These service calls include high/low consumption investigations, meter repairs, hydrant repairs, flow tests, service line inspections, water main finals, and supervising/assisting contractors in installs/repairs. Daily inspections and maintenance procedures at the water booster station were also performed.

• 161 service requests • 1,444 fire hydrants winterized • 75 meters repaired, 8 meters replaced • 5 fire hydrants were repaired

Inspectors conduct cross connection inspections and maintain the department's backflow prevention program. Requests for water main and service line locates are answered daily. In July, Inspectors performed:

• 661 locates • 4 cross connection inspections • 1 backflow compliance inspections • 4 other code compliance inspections

Meter Readers: Completed 12,554 residential and commercial reads this month. Late on September 13, we experienced a pressure surge from DWSD that exceeded 100 psi. This surge resulted in ten water main breaks, as well as other failures in the system. It took several days to complete all repairs.

WATER & SEWER ADMINISTRATION Personnel Issues:

• Josephine Husband was promoted to Laborer in the Parks and Grounds Division effective September 4, 2010.

• Everett Chamberlain was promoted to Laborer in the Sewer Division effective September 4, 2010.

• Mitchell Albertson started as Dispatcher in Fleet Maintenance on September 4, 2010. • Storekeeper Frank Wessel's last day of work was September 24, 2010.

Bid Specifications – Prepare

• DPW Lighting Preparing information needed for EECBG DPW lighting project

• Asphalt Pavement Repair Program Prepare Supplemental Specs for CP#10-2111

Bid Recommendations - Award

• Transit-Mix Awarded on September 7, 2010

Special Projects

• Sponsor-A-Median Document completed and sent to Community Relations for sign mockup and

designs. • Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan

Generate SWPPP based on Department of Natural Resources and Environment (DNRE) requirements

Completed and sent to DNRE Start Pollution Incident Prevention Plan (PIPP) to supplement SWPPP

Meetings Attended

• DWSD Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) – Attended meeting for Sal Conigliaro and updated him on meeting information.

• New Blue Economy Seminar – Seminar included information from guest speakers offering case studies and best practices on how to turn water front from the Great Lakes to small streams into economic development while cleaning up and preserving the pristine natural resources that draws people to the waters edge.

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Noxious High Grass/Weed Cutting Program Vacant Property Cutting The 5th revolution of vacant property cutting, utilizing W & D Landscaping, began on September 15 & is currently ongoing due to the slow rate of growth at this time of the season. There have been 48 vacant properties considered to be in violation & subsequently cut thus far, bringing them into compliance with the City’s ordinance regarding property maintenance. Invoices will be sent to the property owners for remittance to the City for work performed when the revolution is fully complete. These invoices will include a $75 per hour contractor’s fee, 60% administrative fee and a $28 flat fee. Residential Homes and Businesses High grass & weed cutting continued this month. There were 60 properties considered to be in violation and listed for courtesy letter notification (if occupied) or cutting (if vacant). Of these, 38 properties were cut, bringing them into compliance with the City’s ordinance. Invoices were sent to 38 property owners for remittance to the City for work performed. These invoices include a $50 per hour contractor’s fee, 60% admin fee and a $28 flat fee. This program is to continue through the growing season. Noxious High Grass/Weed Cutting Program to GIS format DPW personnel continued gathering information for the creation of a GIS map service to be accessible on the City’s network. This service is intended as a single source of identification for all parcels, medians, and right-of-ways located within the City, along with the MDOT (M-59 and M-53) vegetated areas that the City maintains. It will also show street address, parcel ID, & what department/contractor is performing these duties, as well as the last date grass/weed maintenance was performed. Aerial imagery will be available as a background. Map info to be updated and input by DPW Supervisory Personnel. Expected use is spring 2011.

ENGINEERING

Plan Reviews:

• 3 preliminary site plans submitted for review. • 3 site plans submitted for review. • 1 utility company plan submitted for review. • 3 plot plans submitted for review. • 1 land division/combination submitted for review.

Service Requests:

• 56 service requests processed. This includes 18 requests for local road pavement evaluation.

Inspections:

• 390.5 hours of inspection performed on installation of public improvements. • 44 inspections completed as part of Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program.

Reporting:

• Act 51 Mileage Report submitted to State (March 17, 2010) • TAMC Road Investment Reporting submitted to State (April 1, 2010) • Annual recertification report submitted to FEMA for the Community Rating System

program for floodplain management. City participation in the voluntary program saves residents 15% on flood insurance policies. (September 30, 2010)

Development Project Releases:

• 6 site plans have been released due to completion of site plan improvements and $8,842.16 in escrow monies deposited with the City have been released.

Map Creation:

• 7 maps created for various City Departments. • 1 map revision performed for City Departments.

Grant Applications and Status:

15 Mile Road/Schoenherr Road Right-Turn Lanes City was informed on November 23, 2009, that the project was chosen for Safety Program inclusion and therefore approved for Federal funding. Project included in 2010/2011 Budget.

15 Mile Road/Ryan Road Retroreflective Sign Replacement Application was made on February 27, 2010, to the Federal Local Safety Program. If selected for program inclusion, the grant would cover 80% of City costs to replace existing signs with retroreflective signs via force account work. This project would lessen future City costs to meet the retroreflectivity requirements. The estimated cost of this project is $85,000. 15 Mile Road/Maple Lane Right-Turn Lane (westbound to northbound) Project was not recommended for funding in the 2011 program. Notification was received on June 22, 2010. SEMCOG was notified that shall funding become available (due to other communities not having their match), to notify this office. Road Rating Reimbursement The City of Sterling Heights is required via State statute to rate its public roads using the PASER (Pavement Surface Evaluation and Rating) System and submit the results on an annual basis. Office of Engineering personnel has attended PASER training. Once training is complete, the City is eligible to apply for reimbursement for costs to complete the road rating. The City applied for reimbursement on July 2, 2010. City Projects: GIS Program Vendor is working with City to develop a public use application for the Internet. Private application for City employees is being developed. City and vendor are working on additional mapping services that can be developed within this contract.

Pavement Management System Data compiled. Various employees enrolled in State rating system certification program. Once certifications are received, City to apply for road rating reimbursement available through TMAC (Transportation Asset Management Council). Employees attended training on March 17, 2010, to receive certifications. Hayes Road Sanitary Sewer, Moravian to Bartola Subdivision, City Project #974 Topo complete, design in progress, easement acquisition in progress. Section 4 Water Main Improvements, City Project #964 Alternative route to be evaluated to avoid residential right-of-way construction. PVC water main evaluated for directional bore construction. Final route determined. Topographic survey completed. Design in progress by Hubbell, Roth & Clark, Inc. (HRC). Laurel Meadows Pump Station Repairs, City Project #06-138 HRC revisions completed and submitted to this Office.

Mound Road Water Main, 17 Mile Road to 18½ Mile Road, City Project #06-142 Project was advertised for bids on June 30, 2010. Bids were opened on July 27, 2010. D & M Contracting, Inc. submitted the low bid in the amount of $1,608,384.60. Project on August 17, 2010 regular City Council meeting agenda for award. Project awarded at August 17, 2010 meeting. Preconstruction meeting held on August 26, 2010. Contractor to begin mid-September. Contractor secured all necessary permits and is scheduled to begin work on October 4, 2010.

2010 Sidewalk Gap Completion Program, City Project #07-173 Bids were opened on July 13, 2010. Low bid submitted by Rodeo Homes, Inc. in the amount of $135,281. Project on regular City Council meeting of August 17, 2010 as a consideration item for award. Project awarded to Rodeo Homes, Inc. at meeting. Notifications of project sent to property owners on August 20, 2010. Property owners have 45 days to complete the work or Rodeo Homes, Inc. will begin construction on October 3, 2010. Preconstruction meeting held on August 26, 2010. Two homeowners completed their own walk. Two property owners received permission to defer installation to May 15, 2011, from the Ordinance Board of Appeals. Storm Water Master Plan Update, City Project #07-161 Study in process by HRC. Existing storm water retention basin inspected and evaluated for water quality issues per MDEQ NPDES permit. Draft copy submitted and under review. 15 Mile Road Resurfacing, Van Dyke to Maple Lane, City Project #08-189 Stage I complete, traffic control removed and all lanes open to traffic. Stage II commenced on July 10, 2010. Pavement conditioning, curb repair, sidewalk ramp installation, and asphalt overlay completed on the south side of 15 Mile Road. North side of 15 Mile Road currently under construction. Asphalt work completed on north side of road. Permanent striping and opening of all lanes to traffic scheduled for September 1, 2010. Restoration work remains and will be completed with rolling lane closures. Restoration completed. Punchlist items remain. Fairfield Pump Station Repair, City Project #09-196 HRC design completed and submitted to City for initial review. Initial design reviewed and sent to HRC for revisions. HRC revised plans and resubmitted to City for review. 2010 A.D.A. Sidewalk Ramp Replacement Program, City Project #10-209 Project was awarded on April 20, 2010, to D. Macro Contractors, Inc. Contractor completed approximately 70% of program in the month of May. Project completed with exception of various restoration and punchlist items. 2010 Sidewalk Replacement Program (Sections 6, 7), City Project #09-203 Bids received on June 29, 2010. Award of contract on the August 17, 2010 City Council regular meeting as a consideration item. Contract awarded on August 17, 2010, by City Council. Homeowner letters sent out on August 18, 2010. Faulty sidewalks marked August 19-24. Homeowners given 30 days to complete work. Italia Construction, Inc. set to begin September 20, 2010. Preconstruction meeting held on August 26, 2010. Contractor began work in Section 6. SMART Bus Stop Improvements, City Project #09-202 Project was awarded on April 20, 2010, to D. Macro Contractors, Inc. Concrete portion of the project has been completed. Benches and trash receptacles are on order. Benches and trash receptacles installed.

Utica Road Sanitary Sewer Extension (18 Mile Road to Hamilton Drive East), City Project #10-205 Contractor completed sewer work and is currently working on restoration of lawn areas and drives. Restoration of lawn areas and drives completed.

Section 2 & 11 Sanitary Sewer Relief System, City Project #09-200 Flow monitoring is required to determine the infiltration and inflow into the system. Data collection has been completed. Data is currently being analyzed, and a draft report is to be completed this month, which will include recommended improvements. 15 Mile Road/Schoenherr Road Right-Turn Lanes, City Project #09-201 Project placed out to bids. Bid opening scheduled for August 6, 2010. Major Cement was low bidder. Preconstruction meeting held on August 16, 2010. Contract approved by City Council at August 17, 2010 regular meeting. Contract and other necessary paperwork sent to the State. Waiting on State to award project. Contractor to begin mid-September. 15 Mile Road and Schoenherr Road will be reduced to one-lane traffic in each direction for approximately two months. All turning movements will be permitted. Contractor set up traffic control and began work. 2010 Joint Sealing Program, City Project #10-207 Bids were opened on June 15, 2010. Carr's Outdoor Services, Inc. was low bidder. City Council awarded project to low bidder at July 6, 2010 regular City Council meeting. Contractor began work routing, cleaning, and sealing joints and cracks on local roads. Project completed late August. 2010 Concrete Replacement Program, City Project #10-208 Project awarded to low bidder, Galui Construction Co., Inc., at the June 1, 2010 City Council meeting. Galui began Grand Haven portion of the project. Grand Haven concrete replacement complete. Contractor approximately 90% complete with local roadwork. Contractor to start major roadwork mid-August. Local roadwork complete. Approximately 50% of major roadwork complete. Major roadwork complete. 2010 Local Road Reconstruction, City Project #10-204 Contract awarded to Tiseo Brothers, Inc. at July 6, 2010 regular City Council meeting. Shortridge Drive main line paving complete. Dray Court scheduled to start on August 16. Shortridge Drive complete with exception of restoration. Dray Court paving completed. All restoration, including Dray Court and Shortridge Drive, complete. Punchlist items remain. Utica and Van Dyke Park, City Project #10-206 Plans and specifications have been completed by this Office, and the project was placed out for bids on July 26, 2010. Bid opening is scheduled for August 10, 2010. Bids were opened August 10, 2010. Low bidder is Rodeo Homes, Inc. Pre-award meeting held on August 20, 2010. Project awarded at September 7, 2010 regular City Council meeting. Construction is anticipated to begin in summer of 2011 once site remediation is complete and property purchase finalized. County Projects: County Road Repairs Schoenherr Road work completed. Mound Road near completion. Project completed. 14 Mile Road Resurfacing (Mound to Van Dyke) Project completed.

Red Run Bridge Rehabilitation at 14 Mile Road (West of Maple Lane) Project completed and open to traffic.

Metro Parkway Resurfacing (West of Mound Road to Conrail) County preparing plans and specifications in anticipation of spring 2011 construction. Metro Parkway Concrete Pavement Repairs County preparing plans and specifications in anticipation of spring 2011 construction. 14 Mile Road Bridge over the Big Beaver Creek Preliminary design complete and utility coordination meeting held. Preliminary schedule calls for a spring 2011 commencement of construction. State Projects: M-59 Improvements, Ryan Road to Crooks Road (MDOT Project) Dan's Excavating is the low bidder for the project. Construction in progress. Ryan Road closed under M-59 for repairs until mid-November. M-53 Soundwall (East side of M-53, 18 Mile Road to Utica Road) Wall is completed. Contractor working on restoration. Restoration complete. Tree plantings to begin in the fall of 2010. M-59 Section Concrete Repairs (M-53 to I-94) The concrete repairs within the Sterling Heights portion of M-59 began the evening of June 3. Project completed.