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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Troy public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Flock license plate camera data privacy
A resident urged the council to reconsider Troy's use of Flock cameras, citing Oakland County Sheriff's cancellation of its Flock contract renewal and alleged ethics issues elsewhere.
Fire and Police Training Center Floor Reconditioning
The council will consider spending budgeted funds to recondition the training bay floor at the Fire and Police Training Center, maintaining a key first-responder training facility.
Potential pet shop ordinance
Mayor Baker pushed for Troy to research a pet shop ordinance targeting puppy-mill sourcing practices, noting stalled state action. Council reached consensus for staff and the attorney's office to explore whether an ordinance fits Troy's structure.
Volunteer Firefighter Incentive Plan Overhaul
Council Member Gunn confirmed the city is actively discussing improved benefits for volunteer firefighters, though nothing is finalized. Council Member Chamberlain noted firefighters answered 75 calls in ten days during severe cold.
Fire Department Promotional Testing
After Lieutenant Charles Noonan's passing, the department needs a new civil service eligibility list, so the council waived bidding and kept its three-decade vendor Empco for $14,703.
TCSA dispatch supervisor labor contract
Council ratified a three-year contract with the city's communication supervisors, the folks who keep police and fire dispatch running. It includes wage increases to stay competitive, shift pay adjustments, and $2,500 lump sums in the first two contract years.
Interoperability radio repeater for first responders
Police and fire radio equipment at 100 East Big Beaver dates to 1981 and no longer works with Oakland County's new P25 radio system. The $37,267 replacement improves signal strength and gives Troy a standalone backup antenna if the regional system fails. Officials noted hospitals and Somerset Mall are notoriously hard spots for radio coverage.
Wisdom City Church noise complaints
Multiple residents say amplified bass from the church is shaking their homes every Sunday from early morning into the afternoon, disrupting sleep and family life. Police say the intermittent noise is hard to document; staff will gather more information and update residents and council.
EMS Response Times and Star EMS Performance
The new monthly EMS report shows response times hovering around six minutes, a big improvement from past years. Council asked for trend charts and distribution data, with a deeper review planned for July.
GrayKey forensic software for police investigations
Police handled 300+ phone forensics last year, about 200 needing GrayKey, which they currently borrow from partner agencies with long waits. The $44,627 contract brings the unlocking tool in-house, paid from drug forfeiture funds — all searches still require warrants.
Direct Dispatch of EMS by Troy Dispatchers
Council Member Gunn asked whether Troy's own dispatchers could dispatch Star EMS ambulances directly instead of transferring 911 calls, potentially shaving time off responses. Staff explained it would require full medical-dispatcher certification, ongoing training, and radio upgrades, and that few agencies in Michigan dispatch private EMS companies.
Star EMS performance monitoring
The June response-time report came in as promised, and council reminded residents of the special July 27 meeting dedicated entirely to evaluating Star EMS performance.
EMS response time monitoring
The April Star EMS report shows response percentages approaching the 90% target, and council members say they'll keep watching monthly.