Underfunding in education is something we all need to address
Hamtramck Public Schools teachers were right to walk. Last week they held a “walk-in” – their twist on a “walk-out” that students across the country have held to draw attention…
A crackdown is due for rogue towing companies
Enough with rogue towing companies operating in Hamtramck. Now that there has been the appearance of another predatory towing company operating in town, city officials and the police department need…
Robert Kennedy’s words of wisdom still inspire
It’s rare that we stray away from local issues in this editorial/opinion space, but it’s worth commemorating the anniversary of Robert Kennedy’s visit to Hamtramck and the Detroit area…
State legislators need regulate tow services
In last week’s issue we reported on a tow truck service that appears to be out of control. The city is now investigating whether a Detroit tow service has the…
Hamtramck candidates line Up for this year’s election season
Election season is officially on. Last week the deadline for candidates to file came and went. There are several candidates from Hamtramck in the running, including two city councilmembers, Anam…
A city charter change that needs community input
The city council and the mayor want to increase the candidate pool for city manager. That’s a good thing. In order to do that, they came up with a city…
State’s helping hand is welcomed, but it’s up to us
Gov. Rick Snyder and some of his top administrators came to town last Friday and offered a helping hand. Hamtramck has been chosen to be a part of the Project…
City still has to face financial challenges ahead
Last week we reported that despite getting a clean bill of fiscal health from the state, Hamtramck still has financial challenges ahead. Several weeks ago the state ended its oversight…
City needs to fast track medical marijuana dispensaries
One of the reasons some city officials wanted to replace former City Attorney John Clark with James Allen was his expertise in the state’s medical marijuana dispensary law. For several…
Did the city miss a chance to bring in a new perspective?
In Hamtramck, some things are too easily predictable. For the past 18 years or so the city has ping-ponged between two legal firms. When the state steps in and appoints…
