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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. Clair Shores public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Flock surveillance camera contract concerns
Twelve residents plus multiple council members opposed the city's 12 Flock cameras, citing hacks, FBI data access, and misuse in other cities. The council directed all cameras be bagged for six months, with a final decision in March 2027.
Sunnydale Relief Sewer outfall location in Golf Ball Bay
Residents packed the chamber to fight a $13.75 million stormwater outfall planned for the shallow, sandy Wildwood/Golf Ball Bay, citing swimming, wildlife, buried contamination, and property values. The council tabled the award to July 20 and promised a town hall — the last possible date under EGLE's funding deadline.
Switching Trash Haulers from Priority Waste to Express
Yard waste is running a day or two late with spotty communication from the hauler, and Council Member Rusie says it's getting worse, not better. The city is pushing for better advance notice to residents.
$8.2 Million Water Meter Replacement Program
Half the city's 25,000 water meters are aging out and the radio read network has failed for roughly 4,000 homes now getting estimated bills. The new cellular system means appointments for in-home installs, a customer portal with leak alerts — and possible back-bills if old meters ran slow. Ask about payment plans if you get a catch-up bill.