CITY OF the VILLAGE OF CLARKSTON
375 DEPOT ROAD
CLARKSTON MI 48346
SPECIAL MEETING
SUMMARY CITY COUNCIL SEPTEMBER 23, 2004
Meeting called to order at 7:25 p.m. by Mayor Catallo.
Roll. Present: Carallo, Gamble, Meyland, Savage, Werner.
Absent: Clifton, Colombo.
Also present was Attorney Jan Dunn, representing Chief Combs.
Moved That the Agenda be accepted as presented with the tabling of Distinctive Landscaping Bill and the addition of Public Comments.
Discussion followed, regarding Closed Meetings and issues to be discussed relative to this Special meeting.
Ms. Dunn and City Attorney Ryan agreed that any closed Meeting regarding an individual should have prior disclosure of items to be covered, and a chance for the individual to review related documents, etc. Further, it is at the discretion of the individual, involved to have an open or a closed meeting on personnel issues
It was further determined that Chief Combs will ask for an extension of time to September 30 on the FOIA request by Chris Joyce regarding the public hearing on his dismissal.
In further discussion Meyland stated that the intent of the special meeting was to give the Council an opportunity to discuss police issues.
Meyland stated that he will request the information to cover with chief Combs, and he will prepare an agenda for review by Chief Combs and the Council.
Chief Combs was instructed to notify Chris Joyce that the FOIA request will be extended to September 30.
Savage that he fully supports the Chief, and Savage was not aware of specific issues. Savage felt the Chief is empowered to hire and fire officers as he sees fit..
Meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Artemus M. Pappas
Clerk