City manager lawsuit is explosive
By Charles Sercombe A week ago, City Manager Max Garbarino warned the mayor and city council that he was going to drop a bombshell lawsuit on them if they…
Should the city council also be suspended?
What a mess in city hall. On that, it’s a good guess that most folks in town can agree. And, opinion-wise, we’re not even going to address the joint lawsuit…
Read the city manager’s lawsuit
garbarino lawsuit By Charles Sercombe There have been plenty of news stories this week about City Manager Max Garbarino’s lawsuit. On Tuesday, The Review obtained a copy of the 74-page…
City manager suspended and gears up to sue city
By Charles Sercombe In an emotionally charged city council meeting on Tuesday, City Manager Max Garbarino didn’t stand a chance. After an angry exchange between Garbarino and Mayor Amer Ghalib,…
Mayor and city council need to stay in their lanes
For many of us here in town, there is a lot to absorb from the last few weeks. One thing, however, is clear, if not obvious: city hall is in…
Breaking news … City manager issues a stern warning to city council
By Charles Sercombe Once again, City Manager Max Garbarino’s job is on the line. At tonight’s regular city council meeting, a discussion will continue about the paid suspension of…
Toast of the Town … A weekend of good health and celebrating a legend
By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck had another busy weekend, but this time it had nothing to do with nightclubs or entertainment. Saturday morning kicked off the spring/summer season with a…
Update: City manager’s job safe – for now
By Charles Sercombe City Manager Max Garbarino was not fired Friday in a city council meeting, but it also became clear that Mayor Amer Ghalib is not pleased with him.…
Breaking news … City manager says his job is on the line; special council meeting today
By Charles Sercombe Chaos in city hall continues. The city council will meet today at 4 p.m. (Friday, May 23) to consider firing City Manager Max Garbarino. It is…
Update … Police chief is under investigation and suspended
By Charles Sercombe Hamtramck Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri has been suspended with pay by City Manager Max Garbarino. Also suspended with pay is a department investigator Dave Adamczyk. No…
