Brian J Hamlin Petitioner V City Of Birmingham Respondent

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin, 

Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

 MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

ORDER OF DISMISSAL

The Tribunal has considered the file in this case and finds that:

Petitioner has filed a Motion to Withdraw the Petition and Respondent has not filed an 

objection to the requested withdrawal. 

Therefore,

IT IS ORDERED that the case is DISMISSED.

This order resolves all pending issues and closes the case.

APPEAL RIGHTS

If you disagree with the final decision in this case, you may file a motion for 

reconsideration with the Tribunal or a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of 

Appeals. 

A motion for reconsideration must be filed with the Tribunal with the required filing fee 

within 21 days from the date of entry of the final decision. Because the final decision 

closes the case, the motion cannot be filed through the Tribunal’s web-based e-filing 

system; it must be filed by mail or personal service. The fee for the filing of such 

motions is $50.00 in the Entire Tribunal and $25.00 in the Small Claims Division, unless 

the Small Claims decision relates to the valuation of property and the property had a 

principal residence exemption of at least 50% at the time the petition was filed or the 

decision relates to the grant or denial of a poverty or disabled veterans exemption and, 

if so, there is no filing fee. You are required to serve a copy of the motion on the 

opposing party by mail or personal service or by email if the opposing party agrees to 

electronic service, and proof demonstrating that service must be submitted with the 

motion. Responses to motions for reconsideration are prohibited and there are no oral 

arguments unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal.

Alternatively, you may file a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. If the 

claim is filed within 21 days of the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal of right.” If

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the claim is filed more than 21 days after the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal 

by leave.” A copy of the claim of appeal must be filed with the Tribunal to certify the 

record on appeal. There is no certification fee. 

By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm

Entered: September 16, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin, 

Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

 MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

ORDER OF DISMISSAL

The Tribunal has considered the file in this case and finds that:

Petitioner has filed a Motion to Withdraw the Petition and Respondent has not filed an 

objection to the requested withdrawal. 

Therefore,

IT IS ORDERED that the case is DISMISSED.

This order resolves all pending issues and closes the case.

APPEAL RIGHTS

If you disagree with the final decision in this case, you may file a motion for 

reconsideration with the Tribunal or a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of 

Appeals. 

A motion for reconsideration must be filed with the Tribunal with the required filing fee 

within 21 days from the date of entry of the final decision. Because the final decision 

closes the case, the motion cannot be filed through the Tribunal’s web-based e-filing 

system; it must be filed by mail or personal service. The fee for the filing of such 

motions is $50.00 in the Entire Tribunal and $25.00 in the Small Claims Division, unless 

the Small Claims decision relates to the valuation of property and the property had a 

principal residence exemption of at least 50% at the time the petition was filed or the 

decision relates to the grant or denial of a poverty or disabled veterans exemption and, 

if so, there is no filing fee. You are required to serve a copy of the motion on the 

opposing party by mail or personal service or by email if the opposing party agrees to 

electronic service, and proof demonstrating that service must be submitted with the 

motion. Responses to motions for reconsideration are prohibited and there are no oral 

arguments unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal.

Alternatively, you may file a claim of appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals. If the 

claim is filed within 21 days of the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal of right.” If

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the claim is filed more than 21 days after the entry of the final decision, it is an “appeal 

by leave.” A copy of the claim of appeal must be filed with the Tribunal to certify the 

record on appeal. There is no certification fee. 

By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm

Entered: September 16, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING,

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin,

Petitioner,

 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF FILING OF MOTION TO WITHDRAW APPEAL

TAKE NOTICE that Petitioner has filed a Motion to Withdraw (Motion) in the above-

captioned appeal. Because the motion was not filed jointly (i.e. signed by both parties 

or representatives), Respondent has seven days from the service of the motion to file a 

response. Respondent may respond by agreeing to (i.e. concurrence) the withdrawal of 

the case or by objecting to the motion. If Respondent does not timely submit a 

concurrence or objection to the request, it will be deemed to be a concurrence and the 

request will be granted, unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal. If the request is 

granted, the case will be dismissed. If a request is not granted or the Tribunal has not 

notified you that it has been granted, you are required to attend the hearing. 

For your convenience, you may use the Tribunal’s form “Response to Motion to 

Withdraw Appeal” located on the Tribunal’s website. To access the form, please go to 

our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib and go to either the “Entire Tribunal” or “Small 

Claims” page, depending on the division in which the case is pending. To submit the 

response, please fill out the form and file it with the Tribunal by e-mail or e-filing.1

By: Tribunal Clerk

Entered: September 4, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

1 Though you may file the response by hard copy (i.e. mail), filing by e-mail or e-filing will facilitate the 

efficient administration of justice.

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin,

Petitioner,

 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF FILING OF MOTION TO WITHDRAW APPEAL

TAKE NOTICE that Petitioner has filed a Motion to Withdraw (Motion) in the above-

captioned appeal. Because the motion was not filed jointly (i.e. signed by both parties 

or representatives), Respondent has seven days from the service of the motion to file a 

response. Respondent may respond by agreeing to (i.e. concurrence) the withdrawal of 

the case or by objecting to the motion. If Respondent does not timely submit a 

concurrence or objection to the request, it will be deemed to be a concurrence and the 

request will be granted, unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal. If the request is 

granted, the case will be dismissed. If a request is not granted or the Tribunal has not 

notified you that it has been granted, you are required to attend the hearing. 

For your convenience, you may use the Tribunal’s form “Response to Motion to 

Withdraw Appeal” located on the Tribunal’s website. To access the form, please go to 

our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib and go to either the “Entire Tribunal” or “Small 

Claims” page, depending on the division in which the case is pending. To submit the 

response, please fill out the form and file it with the Tribunal by e-mail or e-filing.2

By: Tribunal Clerk

Entered: September 4, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

2 Though you may file the response by hard copy (i.e. mail), filing by e-mail or e-filing will facilitate the 

efficient administration of justice.

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin,

Petitioner,

 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

 SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF FILING OF MOTION TO WITHDRAW APPEAL

TAKE NOTICE that Petitioner has filed a Motion to Withdraw (Motion) in the above-

captioned appeal. Because the motion was not filed jointly (i.e. signed by both parties 

or representatives), Respondent has seven days from the service of the motion to file a 

response. Respondent may respond by agreeing to (i.e. concurrence) the withdrawal of 

the case or by objecting to the motion. If Respondent does not timely submit a 

concurrence or objection to the request, it will be deemed to be a concurrence and the 

request will be granted, unless otherwise ordered by the Tribunal. If the request is 

granted, the case will be dismissed. If a request is not granted or the Tribunal has not 

notified you that it has been granted, you are required to attend the hearing. 

For your convenience, you may use the Tribunal’s form “Response to Motion to 

Withdraw Appeal” located on the Tribunal’s website. To access the form, please go to 

our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib and go to either the “Entire Tribunal” or “Small 

Claims” page, depending on the division in which the case is pending. To submit the 

response, please fill out

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RECEIVED 

SEP 03 2026 

Brian J. Hamlin 

1061 Northlawn Blvd. 

Birmingham, MI 48009 

248-842-4788 

brian. hamlin@gmail.com 

September 1, 2026 

Michigan Tax Tribunal 

PO Box 30232 

Lansing, MI 48909 

Re: Notice of Withdrawal — MTT Docket No. 26-002795, Hamlin v. City of Birmingham 

To the Michigan Tax Tribunal: 

Please be advised that Petitioner, Brian J. Hamlin, hereby withdraws, with prejudice, the Petition 

filed in the above-referenced matter, MTT Docket No. 26-002795, Hamlin v. City of 

Birmingham, concerning the special assessment for the property located at 1061 Northlawn 

Blvd., Birmingham, MI 48009 (Parcel ID 08-19-35-430-005). 

Petitioner requests that the Tribunal close this docket accordingly. 

Thank you for your attention to this matter. 

Sincerely, 

LL 

Brian J. Hamlin 

cc: Michael C. Gibbons, Beier Howlett, P.C. (mgibbons@bhlaw.us.com) 

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin,

Petitioner,

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF FILING

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims answer has been filed and the electronic copy of the 

answer can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup on the Tribunal’s website. 

Unless Respondent was defaulted, this case is ready to be scheduled for a Small 

Claims hearing and will be scheduled in the normal course of scheduling. You will 

receive a Notice of Hearing from the Tribunal by e-mail if you have identified an email 

address in the petition or other documentation. The Notice of Hearing will inform you of 

the date, time, and location of your hearing (note that your hearing will likely be 

conducted by telephone). Please read the Notice of Hearing as it includes important 

information.

EVIDENCE: Parties are required to submit all evidence to the Tribunal and send a copy 

to the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents 

had been submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of 

Treasury. If the documents are not timely submitted to the Tribunal and served on the 

opposing party, the documents may be excluded. Documents may be filed with the 

Tribunal by mail or through the Tribunal’s e-filing system. Documents may be sent to the 

opposing party by mail or by e-mail, if the parties agree to service by e-mail.

Alternate Dispute Resolution Options

INFORMAL SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE: Parties have the option of handling this 

case through an informal settlement conference. An informal settlement conference 

is a meeting between the parties and/or their representatives to discuss the issues in a 

case in an effort to settle the case. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with 

a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent 

Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information.

NOTE: The parties may not request an informal settlement conference to discuss an 

appeal of a principal residence exemption that was denied by either the Michigan 

Department of Treasury or a County. Also, state taxes levied by the Michigan 

Department of Treasury, such as income taxes, are not subject to the informal 

settlement conference process.

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MEDIATION: Parties have the option of handling this case through mediation. 

Mediation is a voluntary process where a mediator facilitates communication between 

the parties, assists in identifying issues, and helps explore solutions to promote a 

mutually acceptable settlement. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a 

judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent 

Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information.

If you have any questions, please contact the Tribunal by phone at (517) 335-9760 or 

email taxtrib@michigan.gov.

By: Tribunal Clerk

Entered: 

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin,

Petitioner,

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF FILING

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims answer has been filed and the electronic copy of the 

answer can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup on the Tribunal’s website. 

Unless Respondent was defaulted, this case is ready to be scheduled for a Small 

Claims hearing and will be scheduled in the normal course of scheduling. You will 

receive a Notice of Hearing from the Tribunal by e-mail if you have identified an email 

address in the petition or other documentation. The Notice of Hearing will inform you of 

the date, time, and location of your hearing (note that your hearing will likely be 

conducted by telephone). Please read the Notice of Hearing as it includes important 

information.

EVIDENCE: Parties are required to submit all evidence to the Tribunal and send a copy 

to the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents 

had been submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of 

Treasury. If the documents are not timely submitted to the Tribunal and served on the 

opposing party, the documents may be excluded. Documents may be filed with the 

Tribunal by mail or through the Tribunal’s e-filing system. Documents may be sent to the 

opposing party by mail or by e-mail, if the parties agree to service by e-mail.

Alternate Dispute Resolution Options

INFORMAL SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE: Parties have the option of handling this 

case through an informal settlement conference. An informal settlement conference 

is a meeting between the parties and/or their representatives to discuss the issues in a 

case in an effort to settle the case. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with 

a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent 

Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information.

NOTE: The parties may not request an informal settlement conference to discuss an 

appeal of a principal residence exemption that was

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1 March 23, 2026 

 

 

 

 

City Commission Minutes 

Monday, March 23, 2026 - 7:00 p.m.

151 Martin Street, Birmingham 

City Commission Room 205 

Vimeo Link: https://vimeo.com/event/3470 

_________________________________________________ 

 

1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 

Clinton Baller, Mayor, opened the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance. 

 

2. ROLL CALL 

City Clerk Bingham called the roll. 

 

Present: 

Mayor Clinton Baller 

 

 

Mayor Pro Tem Anthony Long 

 

 

Commissioner Andrew Haig 

Commissioner Brad Host 

Commissioner Kevin Kozlowski 

Commissioner William Kolb 

Commissioner Therese Longe 

 

Absent: 

None 

 

Staff: 

City Manager Ecker; Fire Chief Bartalino, City Clerk Bingham, City Planner Blizinski, City 

Engineer Coatta, Assistant City Manager Fairbairn, Planning Director Dupuis, Police Chief 

Grewe, Deputy Treasurer Katz, City Attorney Kucharek 

 

3. PROCLAMATIONS, CONGRATULATORY RESOLUTIONS, AWARDS, APPOINTMENTS, 

RESIGNATIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS, ADMINISTRATION OF OATHS, INTRODUCTION OF 

GUESTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS. 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 

Regarding Antisemitism and the March 13, 2026 Attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield 

 

Birmingham Historic Preservation Master Plan Receives Award from Michigan Historic Preservation 

Network 

 

Happy Birthday Mayor Baller 

 

APPOINTMENTS 

 

03-059-26 

Planning Board 

 

Ms. Whipple-Boyce was interviewed for the appointment. 

 

MOTION: Motion by Long: 

To appoint Janelle Whipple-Boyce as a regular member to the Planning Board to serve a three- 

year term to expire March 28, 2029 

 

VOICE VOTE 

Ayes: Haig, Long, Host, Longe, Baller, Kozlowski, Kolb 

Nays: None 

Recused: None

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CC Bingham swore in Ms. Whipple-Boyce. 

 

4. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA 

 

David Bloom commented regarding the former parking assessment district, the negative impacts of 

antisemitism, the importance of collegial relations between City government and Commissioners, and a 

vintage store relocating to Birmingham due to the high level of foot traffic. 

 

Mike Clift commented regarding keeping the pool operational at 400 E. Lincoln and the resulting 

economic value to the community from doing so. 

 

Jeff Hofeltz commented concerns about a Dollar Tree potentially replacing the CVS. 

 

03-060-26 

To Move Item H2 to be Addressed Presently 

 

MOTION: Motion by Long, seconded by Kolb: 

To move Item H2 on the agenda, Birmingham Police Department's Position on Immigration 

Enforcement, up on the agenda to be heard now. 

 

VOICE VOTE 

Ayes: Haig, Long, Host, Longe, Baller, Kozlowski, Kolb 

Nays: None 

Recused: None 

03-061-26 

Birmingham Police Department's Position on Immigration Enforcement 

 

PC Grewe presented the item and answered questions. 

 

Public Comment 

Lila Brickner commented concern about the effects of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 

operations and encouraged the City to publicize its intended approach to potential (ICE) operations 

within the City. 

 

Stacy Schreiber supported the Police Department's stated approach to potential ICE operations within 

the City and commented regarding this approach’s applicability to all people within Birmingham. 

 

Mr. Clift commented concerns regarding ICE agents operating without uniforms or badges within the 

City. 

 

Charles Mcintyre concurred with the other commenters on the item and supported the Police 

Department's stated approach to potential ICE operations within the City. 

 

MOTION: Motion by Long, seconded by Host: 

To make a motion adopting a resolution to support the Birmingham Police Department's position to 

comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws while providing compassionate and equitable 

police services to all those who live, work, and travel in our community. Furthermore, to support the 

Police Department's refusal to work with federal law enforcement for the sole purpose of immigration 

enforcement and the department's position to not participate in a 287(g) agreement. 

 

VOICE VOTE 

Ayes: Haig, Long, Host, Longe, Baller, Kozlowski, Kolb 

Nays: None 

Recused: None

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5. CONSENT AGENDA 

 

03-062-26 

Consent Agenda 

 

MOTION: Motion by Long, seconded by Haig: 

To move the consent agenda including Items A through G. 

 

ROLL CALL VOTE 

Ayes: Haig, Longe, Baller, Host, Kozlowski, Kolb, Long 

Nays: None 

Recused: None 

 

A. Resolution to approve the City Commission workshop meeting minutes of March 9, 2026. 

 

B. Resolution to approve the City Commission regular meeting minutes of March 9, 2026. 

 

C. Resolution to approve the warrant list, including Automated Clearing House payments dated 

March 11, 2026, in the amount of $5,393,399.61. 

 

D. Resolution to approve the warrant list, including Automated Clearing House payments dated 

March 18, 2026, in the amount of $843,554.19. 

 

E. Resolution to set a public hearing date of April 13, 2026 to consider the Special Land Use Permit, 

Final Site Plan & Design Review application for 211 Hamilton Row - No 28. 

 

F. Resolution to approve the City's emergency operations plan promulgation document. Further, to 

direct the Mayor, City Manager, and Fire Chief to sign the document on behalf of the City. 

 

G. Resolution to accept the resignation of Mayor Pro Tem Anthony Long from the City Commission 

effective on April 13, 2026 at the end portion of the City Commission meeting, to thank him for 

his service and to direct the City Clerk to begin the process of filling the vacancy. 

 

6. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT 

 

CM Ecker presented the report. 

 

Commissioners made the following comments: 

 The Celebrate Birmingham Hometown Parade and Party will be Sunday, May 17th, at 1 p.m. 

 For the artificial intelligence (AI) phone answering systems, ensuring that there is a clear 

‘out pathway’ to speak to a person throughout the phone call will be important. Many AI 

phone answering systems fail because of our pathway issues. 

 The City should publicize the bio of the new golf pro that will be working

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR

PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ANSWER FORM

SPECIAL ASSESSMENT

MTT DOCKET NO. 26-002795

 

Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information

Filer Type: 

Local Unit of Government

Local Unit of Government:

City Of Birmingham (OAKLAND)

Local Unit of Government/First Name

M.I.

Last Name

Home Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)

City or Town

State

ZIP Code

Telephone Number

E-mail Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via e-mail)

 

 

Section 2: Respondent’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information

First Name

Michael

M.I.

C.

Last Name

Gibbons

Firm Name (if any)

Beier Howlett P.C.

Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route)

3001 W. Big Beaver Rd.

Suite 600

City or Town

Troy

State

 Michigan

ZIP Code

48084

Telephone Number

2482821069

E-mail Address

mgibbons@bhlaw.us.com

 

Section 3: Subject Property Information

Parcel Identification Number(s):

08-19-35-430-005

Pursuant to Michigan Tax Tribunal Rule (TTR) 277(3), you MUST submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (e.g. the special assessment confirmation 

roll) with this Small Claims Answer if applicable. If you do not submit this document, you may be held in default.

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR

If multiple parcels are being appealed are they contiguous or adjoining?

N/A

Taxing Authority (City or Township)

City Of Birmingham (OAKLAND)

County

Oakland

Section 4: Explain Your Answer to this Appeal

In response to the allegations set forth in Section 4 of Petitioner's Petition, Respondent states:

The subject special assessment is permitted by all applicable laws, City Charter, and ordinances, and was initiated and levied in full compliance therewith. The

special benefits derived from improvement is beyond that provided to the community as a whole and the amount assessed is reasonably proportionate to the

benefits derived from the improvement.

The Petitioner did not protest this special assessment.

The Petitioner failed to appeal the special assessment within 30 days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll.

Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues

Did Petitioner protest the special assessment at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll?

No

What was the date of the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll?

2026-03-23

How many years is the special assessment being levied?

5

What is the total amount of the special assessment being levied (per parcel)?

2603

What is the basis for the special assessment? Identify the applicable statutory provision.

City of Birmingham's ordinance 91-1 through 94-18 and MCL § 117.1, et. seq., including MCL § 117.4d and 117.24.

Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature

Respondent or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: 

/s/ Michael C. Gibbons

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STATE OF MICHIGAN 

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIR 

LANSING 

GRETCHEN WHITMER 

GOVERNOR 

RECEIVED 

MAY 

1 9 2026 

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 

S 

MARLON |. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR 

PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM 

SPECIAL ASSESSMENT 

Do not use this form to appeal valuation, exemption, or non-property tax disputes. 

Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information 

First Name 

M.1. 

Last Name/Company Name 

Brian 

J 

Hamlin 

Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 

1061 Northlawn Blvd 

City or Town 

State 

ZIP Code 

Birmingham 

MI 

48009 

Telephone Number 248-842-4788 

Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via email) 

brian.hamlin@gmail.com 

Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information 

First Name 

M1. 

Last Name 

Brian 

J 

Hamlin 

Firm Name (if any) 

Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 

1061 Northlawn Blvd 

City or Town 

State 

ZIP Code 

Birmingham 

Mi 

48009 

Telephone Number 248-842-4788 

Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via email) 

brian.hamlin@gmail.com 

Section 3: Subject Property Information 

How many parcels are you 

appealing? 

O Yes 

[vd] No 

*If No, you must file separate appeals for each pai 

If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? 

reel 

Parcel Identification Number(s): 

08-19-35-430-005 

Classification of Property: 

Real [4 

Personal [J (check one) 

Agricultural [J 

Commercial (J 

Industrial [] 

Residential 

Timber-Cutover [J 

Developmental 0 

utility 

(J (check one) 

Property Address (No., Street) 

1061 Northlawn Blvd

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STATE OF MICHIGAN 

GRETCHEN WHITMER 

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS 

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

GOVERNOR 

LANSING 

DIRECTOR 

Section 4: Explain the Reason for this Appeal 

We are incorrectly being assessed for cape seal of what the City of Birmingham refers to as an "unimproved road" with 

residents responsible for 85% of the cost when: 

1) Based on the city's own 2021 Ad Hoc Unimproved Street Study Committee report (AHUSSC): "if the local road being 

improved is more of a collector, serves more than one neighborhood, or has a large amount of pass-through traffic, then 

the percentage of charge is typically reduced to between 50% and 75%. 

a) AHUSSC report defines traffic counts > 1000 daily cars as high traffic. 

b) City's own traffic count data indicates Northlawn Boulevard to have in excess of 2,280 cars daily. 

2) Based on city's own images / documentation provided to residents, Northlawn Boulevard appears to meet the 

qualification of an asphalt, or improved road whereby residents would be responsible for 0% of the cost for maintenance. 

a) FOIA evidence from the County of Oakland indicates that Northlawn Boulevard to be an asphalt, improved road. 

b) At least 3 different images from 3 different areas of Northlawn indicate asphalt (improved road) surfaces of up to 7 

inches in thickness. 

All of this information was provided to the Birmingham City Commissioners at a February 23, 2026 Public Hearing of 

Necessity by several neighbors including me who protested the assessment all of which the City Commission ignored. 

Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues 

BI 

Did you protest the special assessment at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll? -sd-¥es- 

§/] No 

If Yes, what was the date of the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll? 

If No, explain: 

| was unable to attend the meeting due to a conflict with my work schedule 

Fee Information: 

A fee of $100.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. 

Signature *required 

Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: 

J Zon Lenn 

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin,

Petitioner,

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket 

number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does 

not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies 

with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents 

submitted in this case.

Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a 

copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our 

website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer 

form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the 

placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic 

copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the 

Tribunal’s website.

By: Tribunal Clerk

Entered: July 27, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

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STATE OF MICHIGAN

GRETCHEN WHITMER

GOVERNOR

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS

LANSING

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA

DIRECTOR

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760

PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906

Brian J Hamlin,

Petitioner,

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL

SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION

v 

MTT Docket No. 26-002795

City Of Birmingham,

Respondent.

NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER

TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket 

number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does 

not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies 

with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents 

submitted in this case.

Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a 

copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our 

website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer 

form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the 

placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic 

copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the 

Tribunal’s website.

By: Tribunal Clerk

Entered: July 27, 2026

PROOF OF SERVICE

I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the 

parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing 

or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized 

representatives.

By: Tribunal Clerk

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Page 1

STATE OF MICHIGAN 

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIR 

LANSING 

GRETCHEN WHITMER 

GOVERNOR 

RECEIVED 

MAY 

1 9 2026 

MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL 

S 

MARLON |. BROWN, DPA 

DIRECTOR 

PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM 

SPECIAL ASSESSMENT 

Do not use this form to appeal valuation, exemption, or non-property tax disputes. 

Section 1: Petitioner’s Contact Information 

First Name 

M.1. 

Last Name/Company Name 

Brian 

J 

Hamlin 

Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 

1061 Northlawn Blvd 

City or Town 

State 

ZIP Code 

Birmingham 

MI 

48009 

Telephone Number 248-842-4788 

Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via email) 

brian.hamlin@gmail.com 

Section 2: Petitioner’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information 

First Name 

M1. 

Last Name 

Brian 

J 

Hamlin 

Firm Name (if any) 

Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 

1061 Northlawn Blvd 

City or Town 

State 

ZIP Code 

Birmingham 

Mi 

48009 

Telephone Number 248-842-4788 

Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via email) 

brian.hamlin@gmail.com 

Section 3: Subject Property Information 

How many parcels are you 

appealing? 

O Yes 

[vd] No 

*If No, you must file separate appeals for each pai 

If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? 

reel 

Parcel Identification Number(s): 

08-19-35-430-005 

Classification of Property: 

Real [4 

Personal [J (check one) 

Agricultural [J 

Commercial (J 

Industrial [] 

Residential 

Timber-Cutover [J 

Developmental 0 

utility 

(J (check one) 

Property Address (No., Street) 

1061 Northlawn Blvd

Page 2

STATE OF MICHIGAN 

GRETCHEN WHITMER 

DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS 

MARLON I. BROWN, DPA 

GOVERNOR 

LANSING 

DIRECTOR 

Section 4: Explain the Reason for this Appeal 

We are incorrectly being assessed for cape seal of what the City of Birmingham refers to as an "unimproved road" with 

residents responsible for 85% of the cost when: 

1) Based on the city's own 2021 Ad Hoc Unimproved Street Study Committee report (AHUSSC): "if the local road being 

improved is more of a collector, serves more than one neighborhood, or has a large amount of pass-through traffic, then 

the percentage of charge is typically reduced to between 50% and 75%. 

a) AHUSSC report defines traffic counts > 1000 daily cars as high traffic. 

b) City's own traffic count data indicates Northlawn Boulevard to have in excess of 2,280 cars daily. 

2) Based on city's own images / documentation provided to residents, Northlawn Boulevard appears to meet the 

qualification of an asphalt, or improved road whereby residents would be responsible for 0% of the cost for maintenance. 

a) FOIA evidence from the County of Oakland indicates that Northlawn Boulevard to be an asphalt, improved road. 

b) At least 3 different images from 3 different areas of Northlawn indicate asphalt (improved road) surfaces of up to 7 

inches in thickness. 

All of this information was provided to the Birmingham City Commissioners at a February 23, 2026 Public Hearing of 

Necessity by several neighbors including me who protested the assessment all of which the City Commission ignored. 

Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues 

BI 

Did you protest the special assessment at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll? -sd-¥es- 

§/] No 

If Yes, what was the date of the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll? 

If No, explain: 

| was unable to attend the meeting due to a conflict with my work schedule 

Fee Information: 

A fee of $100.00 is required for the filing of a Special Assessment Appeal. 

Signature *required 

Petitioner or Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Signature: 

J Zon Lenn 

Isl 

/

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B. Hamlin 

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METROPLEX MI 480 

Birraivslau NT \goo§ 

15 MAY 2026 PMS 

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FOREVER 

Michigan 

TAX Tibowal 

To. Pox 

32237 

Laon Sing, 

MT 

(HY 5701 

3 a 

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slid 

peli 

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