Council Member· 2024-01-01–2027-12-31
Melissa Sampey
Westland
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 17
- Total speaking time
- 2:47:56
- Avg per meeting
- 9:53
- Segments
- 2422
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Top issues during term (8)(General)
Priority Waste service failures
The city is withholding $100,000 from a future payment to the contractor.
Bluewater Cannabis Lawsuit Settlement
The city's state-shared marijuana revenue (~$56,000) would not change with extended hours.
Flock camera contract controversy
Speakers said the city is spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on the system, funded in part through community development block grant money.
Flock surveillance camera removal
Taxpayer money is currently funding the cameras; speakers argued those dollars could go to roads, parks and services instead.
Rouge River Homeless Camp Cleanup
Property values and local business foot traffic could take a hit if the area isn't cleaned up soon.
surveillance technology
Canceling the system saves taxpayer cash on tech subscriptions and maintenance fees.
Dangerous dog on Elven Street
You might get hit with unexpected fines if your dog isn't properly licensed.
trash pickup delays
The city is keeping $100,000 from the contractor's payout, potentially funding future fixes or holding out until they do their job right.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Sampey was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (2)(General)
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