On the agenda: Clinton September 9, 2026 — Flock camera (Sep 9)

Village of Clinton
Council Minutes
September 9, 2026
The meeting opened at 7:01 p.m.
Members present were President Doris Kemner, Greg Michalak, David Clark, Tom
VanTuyle and Stacy Orlowski. President Pro-Tem Larry Sines was absent pending
resignation. Bonnie Peters participated remotely therefore, was unable to vote.
Anthony Kendrick voiced his concern about Flock cameras.
Motion by VanTuyle seconded by Orlowski to approve the regular council meeting
minutes and two closed session minutes dated August 3, 2026. Motion carried
unanimously.
Motion by Michalak seconded by VanTuyle to approve the checks written for period
ending August 31, 2026. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Michalak seconded by Orlowski to regretfully accept the resignation of
President Pro-Tem Sines. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by VanTuyle seconded by Orlowski to appoint Council Member Michalak as
President Pro-Tem. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Michalak seconded by Clark to appoint Council Member VanTuyle to the Fire
Board. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by VanTuyle seconded by Clark to adopt the MDOT Employee Compensation
Plan. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Michalak seconded by VanTuyle to adopt Resolution Number 2026-10, a
resolution requesting and supporting the Michigan Department of Transportation’s
(MDOT) removal of the designated pedestrian crosswalk on Michigan Avenue at Kathy
Drive. Motion carried unanimously.
Village Manager provided a school speed zone update.
Motion by VanTuyle seconded by Orlowski to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) for an
additional $100,000 of CDBG funding. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Michalak seconded by Orlowski to authorize execution of the Employment
Agreement entered into on September 9, 2026 between the Village of Clinton and Ms.
Leslie Owens, Village Clerk/Administrative Assistant. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by VanTuyle seconded by Clark to accept the extended warranty on the
pickleball courts and make the final payment to Slusarski Excavating. Motion carried
unanimously.
The Council Subcommittee recommended candidates for in-person interviews and a
phone interview with an additional candidate.
Council discussed tentative special meeting dates for interviews.

Council agreed to schedule a second council meeting on September 21, 2026.
Motion by Michalak seconded by VanTuyle to receive and file the Council Information
Package. Motion carried unanimously.
Council Member Clark recognized the efforts of Clayton, Scott, and Max in maintaining
the cleanliness and condition of the Wastewater Treatment Plant. He noted that recent
safety inspectors commended the facility’s cleanliness and credited the staff’s efforts for
the positive review. Council Member Clark also recognized Larry Sines for his
contributions. The Fire Department was also recognized for its efforts in the successful
passage of the fire millage, with particular acknowledgment given to Chief Keezer,
Assistant Chief Covell, and Department staff for their hard work.
Council Member Orlowski shared that a resident expressed appreciation for the
Village’s staff and the services they provide. She also thanked Larry Sines for his many
years of service to the Village.
Council Member VanTuyle expressed his appreciation to Larry Sines for his dedication,
years of service, and leadership as President pro-Tem.
Council Member Peters expressed gratitude to Larry Sines for his dedicated service
and commitment to the Council and community. She also thanked those who have
recently personally helped her.
Council Member Michalak thanked Larry Sines for his years of dedicated service
and leadership and also mentioned two road signs in the Village that need to be
addressed.
President Kemner took the opportunity to recognize Larry for his dedication, leadership,
and years of service as President pro-Tem, expressing her appreciation for his
contributions and noting that he will be missed on the Board. She invited everyone to
Fall Festival during the weekend of September 25-27. President Kemner appreciates
that Council Member Peters continues attending the River Raisin Watershed meetings.
She also emphasized the importance of the Village’s parks and appointed Council
Members Orlowski and Clark to the Parks Committee with Bonnie Peters.
Motion by Michalak seconded by VanTuyle to go into closed session, pursuant to the
Open Meetings Act, to discuss union negotiations. Motion carried unanimously with a
roll call vote. Closed session started at 8:42 p.m.
Motion by VanTuyle seconded by Clark to go into open session. Motion carried
unanimously. Open session started at 8:47 p.m.
Motion by Orlowski seconded by VanTuyle to authorize the Village Manager to execute
the three union contracts and extend them through November 30, 2029.
After closed session, President Kemner provided information on increasing the
President and Council compensation.
Motion by Orlowski seconded by VanTuyle to deny President Kemner’s request for
additional President and Council compensation. Motion carried 4-1, with President
Kemner voting no.

Motion by Michalak seconded by VanTuyle to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 9:13 p.m.
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Leslie Owens, Village Clerk

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