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Office ofthe County Clerk
Cathy M. Garrell
W.qyne co~ Clerk
February 25, 2015
Sent by Email
KaamalaEI
carlarene23fa?gnmil.com
RE: Freedom ofInformation Act request received Tuesday, February 10,2015, for the
following Oaths of Office: (calendar years 2000-2012) Eric Sabree - Dep-Reg of Deeds; Kym
Worthy - Prosecutor & Apportionment Comm.; Bernard Youngblood - Reg of Deeds &
Apportionment Conun; Felicia Tyler- Reg of Deeds; David Szymanski - Judge; David
Szymanski - Dep Treasurer; Benny Napoleon - Sheriff; Dalton Roberson - Judge (Retired);
Edward M. Thomas - Retired Judge; Virgil Smith - Judge; Robert Columbo -J~ldgc. Tracey
Gilbert - Clerk/Administrator; James Spivey - Dep Sheriff; Raymond Wojtowicz-
Apportionment corum.j Cathy Gmrett - Apportionment carom. PleaSe include Bond Info.
Dear Ms. Kaamala EI:
The above-described request for infonnation was received and reviewed. This request is granted
in part and denied in part.
The following Oaths of Office: (calendar years 2000-2012) Kym Worthy -ITos«utor &
Apportionment Comm; Bernard Youngblood - Reg of Deeds & Apportionment Cumm;
David Szymanski - Judge; Benny Napoleon - Sheriff; Edward M. Thomas - Retired
Judge; Virgil Smith - Judge; Robert Columbo - Judge; James Sph'ey - Dep Sheriff;
Raymond Wojtowicz -Apportionment Comm; Cathy Garrett - Apportionment Comm~
This request js granted.
The following Oaths of Office: (calendar years 2000-2012) Eric Sabree'- Oep - Reg of
Deeds; Felicia Tyler - Reg ofDceds; David Szymanski - Dep Treasurer; Dalton! Roberson JUdge (Retired); Tracey Gilbert - Clerk/Administrator.
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After a diligent search for the requested :records, I have determined ~nd certify the records do not
exist in this department. Therefore this·rj:quest is denied.
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Bond Info for Erie Sabrcc - Dcp - Reg of Deeds; KYm'W·oHhY".:.:Prosecu:tor & .
Apportionment Comllli Bernard Youngblood - Reg Deeds & Apportionment Commj
Felicia Tyler - Reg of Deeds; David Szymanski - Judge; David Szymanski - Dep
Treasurer; Benny Napoleon - Sheriff; Dalton Roberson - .Judge (Rcfir.cd); Edward M.
Thomas - Retired Judge; Virgil Smitb - Judge; Robert Columbo - Judge; Tracey GilbertClerk/Administrator; James Spivey - Dep Sheriff; Raymond .Wojtowicz":" Apportionment
Comm; Cathy Garrett - Apportionment COlllm.
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After a diligent search for the requested records, I have determined and certify the records do not
exist in this department. Therefore this request is denied.
The amount due before the records can be released to you is $ 0.00. The granted documents are
enclosed.
With respect to the records that have been denied,. you have the right to do either of the
following:
(1)
Submit a written appeal to the County Executive, which specifically states
the word "appeal" and states the reason or reasons the denial should be reversed.
(2)
Commence an action in the circuit court to compel disclosure. Should you
prevail, you win be entitled to have reasonable attorneys' fees, costs and
disbursements assessed against the County by the court. If you or the County
prevails in part, the court may, in its discretion, award you all or an appropriate
portion or reasonable attorneys' fees, costs, and disbursements. If the court
determines that the County has been arbitrary and capricious in its denial, you
will also be entitled to punitive damages in the amount of$500.00.
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If you have any questions regarding this response, you can either contact me by telephone at
(313) 967R3391 or by email [email protected];:9m.
Sincerely,
S
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FOIA Officer
Enclosure
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Janet AndersonMDavis, Corporation Counsel
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Ms. Crystal Price
11425 WahrmanStreet
.Romulus, Michigan 48114
Dear Ms. Price:
RECEIVED fOR fiLING
.34th DISTRICT COURT
OCT 2 0 2014
CLERK
OUr office has completed its review oftbe documents you recently provided to us.
While we believe that most olyOUt' concerns were addressed in the~ber 15,2014, letter
from Donald Harper, Region I Adtninimative Office Analyst, we want to clarify the following:
• It was asserted that Chief1\Jdge Tina Oreen failed to acknowledge or respond to your
written complaints about the alleged misconduct in your case· and speculated that it is
because ofsome familial relationship to Deb Green. First, Deb Gteen is not related to
Tina Green. More importantly, however, Canon 3 of the Code ofJudicial Conduct states
that "(a] judge shall not initiate, pemiit, or consider ex parte oommunieatiODS or
(;onsider other communications made to thejudge outside the p:teSeIlCe ofthe parties
concerning a pending or impending proce.eding." The ROA indicates that you dropped
offcorrespondence to ChiefJudge Green on 3-5-14 (while the matter was still pending),
and then called on 3~-14, and 3-7-14, to inquire when the judge would be contacting
you about the matter. While seemingly a letter to the judge regarding administrative
procedures, the issues likely dealt with substantive matters or issues on the merits similar
to the complaint filed with the SCAO.
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• There were several allegations regarding how your colJtlter..claim was processed
including complaints regarding the case being eventually removed to federal coUJ1: and
the stay ofthe eviction proceedings pending the outcome of the counter-comp1aint.
Whether it was appropriate to remove the matter to the federal courts was an issue that
should have been raised during the pendency ofthe action. Your attomey stipulated to
the transfer ofthe counter-claim to the circuit court and to the stay ofthe eviction matter
in district court (whim (;onsequently allowed you to stay in your home while awaiting
the outcome of your counter-claim). therefore, those matters are not relevant to a
discussion regarding procedural misconduct.
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• You also alleged improper use oftbe escrow monies ~werepaid to the court
(estimating SlS,OOO) and inquired as to the wherea1:ff>~ of1hose monies. MCR
4.201(H)(2) states that in SlJmtnary proeeedinss toteeoverpo$S8SSion ofpremises~ "[t]he
court may order the defendant to pay a reiI$Onable rent for ~}».'emises from the date the
escrow order is entered." See also MCL600.8302(3).~ .• " , 9DlY theQ()urt may
order ~4isb~mentoftbe money collected•.ft!.~,·' . '. "" 'i~W
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I'm sorry that we were not able to provide you with the desire<loute;Ome, but please be
assured that your file has been thoroughly reviewed and our office can take no further action on
your behalf.
Sincerely,
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10 A. Hohman, lr.
---tat""e Court Administrator
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State Court Administrator John Hohman, Jr. to retire > Detroit Legal News
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Posted March 23, 2015
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State Court Administrator John
Hohman, Jr. to retire
The Michigan Supreme Court announced last week that State Court Administrator
John A. Hohman, Jr. is retiring to focus his efforts on helping at­risk children and
families. While leading the administrative arm of the court, Hohman focused on
strengthening ties to trial courts and positioning the State Court Administrative Office
(SCAO) as an expert source of information and advice.
"John has been a superior ambassador to the trial courts," said Michigan Supreme
Court Chief Justice Robert P. Young, Jr. "John's optimism inspired staff and focused
efforts on helping make Michigan's judiciary a national model of efficiency and
customer service."
"I will miss the wonderful staff at SCAO," said Hohman. "They are kind, professional,
and truly dedicated to serving the trial courts and the public. I am grateful to the
Court, and especially to Chief Justice Young, for giving me the opportunity to serve my
former colleagues on the bench and to work together toward the goal of making SCAO
a consultancy to the trial courts."
Prior to becoming State Court Administrator, Hohman was a Monroe County Probate
and Family Court Judge for 16 years. As a jurist, Hohman was often recognized for his
work in juvenile justice and child welfare. Prior to his service on the bench, Hohman
was in the private practice of law for 16 years.
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October 20, 2014
State of Michigan 34th Judicial District Court
11131 Wayne Rd.
Romulus, MI 48174
Crystal Price,
11425 Wahrman St.
Romulus, MI 48174
(734) 788-8421
RECEIVED fOR flUNG
34th DISTRICT COURT
WITHOUT PREJUDICE
RE: Request a Receipt of Acknowledgment
Requesting Escrow Monies to be returned to me TODAY.
OCT 2 0 2014
CLERK
Attn: Clerk of the Court, Court Administrator AI Hindman, Chief Judge
Green, Judge Brian Oakley and the Finanical Director Sandy Crout,
CRYSTAL R.J. PRICE DID NOT RECEIVE ANY NOTICES REGARDING THIS
ESCROW HEARING SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 20, 2014 IN THE 34TH
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JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT ROMULUS
I received a Letter dated October 3, 2014 from the State Court
Adminstrator John A. Hohman, Jr. He is stating "We understand that an
Escrow hearing is scheduled for October 20, to determine how the funds
"will be'disbursed." see: Attac'hed Letter dated October 3, 2014.
I have the Right to be notifi'ed~ and present in any hearing concerning
ME!!
I contacted the State Court Adminstrative Office in Lansing and talked to
the Executive Staff Lynn Se~ks, she stated "the 34th Judicial District Court
of Romulus informed the State Cour:t Administrator and staff that a Escrow
hearing is scheduled for toQ·ay.\ stated I didn't receive any correspondence
from the court, and that Ir~'qu~sted an Internal Audit for Employee
Ernbezzelment of my escrow monies,throughthe State Court
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Administrative Office, she replied (III had to request this at the hearing.II)
I spoke with Detective Manners of the Romulus Police Dept. regarding this
Escrow schedule hearing for today, and expressed to her I have not
received no correspondence regarding this Escrow scheduled Hearing for
today.
I was also made aware that the 34th Judicial District Court Romulus is trying
to give my monies to the bank in this hearing today. (The bank was not a
Party to this case at the time of filing, nor is Federal National Mortgage
Association aka Fannie Mae whom the Stipulated Escrow Order dated
March 27, 2012 is named as the Party, (FNMA is not a Party in this case
either). As well I have been advised to request for a Subpoena of the Banks
and Courts records.
I was not made aware of this matter, nor did I receive any correspondence,
from the 34th Judicial District Court in regards to any Escrow Scheduled
Hearing for October 20 to determine how MY funds will be disbursed.
The 34th Judicial District Court Romulus did not have jurisdiction at the
time of filing, because the Complaint was fraudulent, nor do they have the
right to determine how the funds will be disbursed in regards to MY
MONIES, except to Lawfully and rightfully return MY Monies to me today.
The 34th Judicial District Court Romulus has jurisdiction only to release my
escrow monies back to me through a Court Order on the Record ...
I have followed the Chain of Command and met and spoke to the FHFA CEO
Mel Watts for Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae and the 7 Panelist in Detroit on
October 2, 2014 in regards to the fraud in this entirer case. I was advised to
file a Complaint and through their request regarding this case it was
forwarded to the FHFA Office of Inspector General in Washington, DC. for
an Investigation which now has been forwarded to the appropriate
personnel at FHLM CORP and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
for their review and appropriate handling.
see: Attached Letter Dated October 16, 2014.
To date 34th Judicial District Court Romulus still can not provide Proal and
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Verification to me in regards to any Escrow Account set up in my name
from the Court to the Bank (banking info. regarding any/all transactions
deposits, ledgers etc).
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter,
I await reply,
Crystal R.J. Price All Rights Reserved
Dated: Ck~d.O, aOltj
cc: FHFA Office of Inspector General Washington, DC Micheal P. Stephans,
FHLM CORP Fraud Dept.
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency,
Romulus Police Dept. Chief J Leacher, Lieutenant Ladach and
Detective Manners,
Michigan Supreme Court State Court Administrator John Hohman Jr.,
Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette, Criminal Division, First
Assistant Attorney General Donna Pendergast,
Judicial Tenure Commission,
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RAYMOND J. WOJTOWICZ
Wayne County Treasurer
DAVID J. SZYMANSKI
CHRISTA J. MCLELLAN
ChlefDepuly
Deputy/Financial Services
ERIC R. SABREE
Deputy/Land Management
September 15,2014
Crystal Price
11425 Wahrman St,
Romulus, MI 48174
RE: FOIA Request - "Cancel checque & receipt of the payments, copy of front and back, a Quit
Claim Deed and Sheriffs Deed on Mortgage Sale July 27,2011
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Dear Ms. Price:
The above-described Freedom of Information Act ("FOIA") request for public records from the
Office of the Wayne County Treasurer has been received and reviewed. The infonnation
requested is denied; please reference enclosed "Exhibit L - Response to Request for Public
.Records - FOIA".
After a diligent search, I have determined and certify that the records you have requested do not
exist within the records of this department under the name or description given to us.
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With regard to the denial of your request, you have the right to do either of the following:
1) Submit a written appeal to the County Executive, which specifically states the word
"appeal" and states the reason or reasons the denial should be reversed.
(2) Commence an action in the circuit court to compel disclosure. Should you prevail
you will be entitled to have reasonable attorneys' fees, costs and disbursements assessed to the
County by the court. If you or the County prevails in part, the courtmay, in its discretion, award
you all or an appropriate portion of reasonable attorneys' fees; costs and disbursements. If the
Court determines that the County has been arbitrary and capricious in its denial, you will be
entitled to, in addition to actual damages, punitive damages in the amount of $500.00.
Sincerely,
RAYMOND J. WOJTOWICZ
Wayne COWlty Treasurer
David J. Szymanski
Chief Deputy Treasurer
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400 Monroe • 5th Floor • Detroit, Michigan 48226
www.treasurer.waynecounty.com
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RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR PUBLIC RECORDS..FOIA
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This Ie In response to your request dated fj;.z..lt'-f. received In this office on
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Your request for publIc recorda has been reviewed and Ule following action has been taken In compliance
with the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (Ohec;k the appropriate box or boxes. If more than one
applies).
REQUEST APPROVEO:
Requested documents enclosed
Requested documents Will be sent upon receipt of payment In the form of a che.ck or
money order payable to the County of wayne (no cash) In the amount of
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Send payment to the attention of the
at the retum address Indicated
bn the envelope.
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REQUEST APPROVED IN PART:
Certain portions of the request~d documents are exempt from disclosure.
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Non-exempt requested documen~ enclosed,
Non-exempt requested documenle will ~e sent upon reoelpt of payment in the form of a
check or money order payable to the
(no cash) In the amount of
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at the retum address
Indicated on the envelope.
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REQUEST DENIED: The record IIOU have requested Is exempt frolT! dlsclo~l!r~_ un.!f!r_",
, . Sfictl6-ri'''3 Tor the followlri'greasOn~:'
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b. - ' - REQUEST DENIED: After a diligent search, I have determined and certify that the
reoords you have requested do not exist within the records of this department under the
neme or desorlptlon given to us.
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REQUEST DENIED: Your request does not describe the Information SUfficiently to enable
ueto determine what record Y04.are seeking.
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REQUEST DENIED; As provided In Section 2 of the Freedom of Information Act, you are
not eligible to request publlo records beoause you are a prisoner In a statG, county, or
federal correctional facility.
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An additional 10 business days are needed to properly process your request as provided
by Sec. 5(2)(d)
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If your request has been denied In whole or In part, you may do one of the following at your option:
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(2)
Commence an sCUon In the circuit court to compel disclosure. Should you prevail, you will be
entitled to have reasonable attorneys' fees, costs and disbursements assessed against the
County by the Clourt, If you or tho Oounty provpllo In part. ttlo oourt may. In Its discretion. award
you all or an appropriate por,tlon of rea801:l801G attorneys' fees, costs, and disbursements. If lhe
court determines that the County has been arbitrary and capricious In Its denial. you will also be
entitled to punitive damages In the amount of $500.00.
Submit to the County Executive a written eppeal that speolfically states the word "appeal" and
Identifies the reason or reesons for reveraal of the denial. • • • • • • • • • • • SIGN"~URE:"~
DENIAL APPROVED:
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RAYMOND J. WOJTOWICZ
. 'Wayne County Treasurer
DAVID J, SZYMANSKI
CHRISTA J, McLELLAN
Deputy J Financial Services
Chief Deputy
ERIC R. SABREE
Deputy I Land Management
FOIA.REQUEST FQRM
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Name of Re uestor
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Mailin Address
Tele hone Number
Fax Number·
ParcellD Nwnber
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CHIEF DEPUTY TREASURER .
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DETROIT. MI 48226
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IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS REGARDIN0 YOUR FREEDOM OF'INFORMATION'ACT (FOtA)
REQUEST.. PLEASE CONTACT CHRJSTINA
HORVATH, TELEPHONE: 313-224-5950.
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THERE'IS A FEE ASSOCIATED WITH PAPERWORK PROVIDED"IN OUR F.O.LA. RESPONSE.
\' TU~A~OUNDTIME FRAME FOR'RESPONSE IS BETWEEN FIVE (5) TO FIFI'EEN (1S)
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