Third marijuana retail outlet underway in Hamtramck, but efforts against pot continue

December 4th, 20200 HAMTRAMCK — Construction on a third recreational marijuana retail outlet appears to be underway in Hamtramck, just as a majority of its City Council prepares to prohibit such establishments in the city. The building is located on Jos Campau and Commor Street, and was the former location of Three Star BBQ. Building records show Puff...

Councilman Perrotta removed as Hamtramck mayor pro tem

November 13th, 20200 HAMTRAMCK — By a 3-2 vote during Tuesday’s Hamtramck City Council meeting, the Council removed member Ian Perrotta from his position as mayor pro tem. Following the vote, Councilman Fadel Al-Marsoumi was appointed the city's new pro tem. The pro temp, or pro tempore, performs mayoral duties in the absence of its mayor, should the...