Farmington Hills Council Members Wrestle with 'Cage Fighting' Ordinance
While Mayor Barry Brickner said he doesn't believe the amateur martial arts tournaments belong in the city, other officials argue they may help keep local businesses going.
Farmington Hills Mayor Barry Brickner doesn't like cage fighting, and he doesn't believe it belongs in the city. Brickner made his feelings known during a Monday night city council work session discussion on a proposed ordinance that would regulate that sport and others within city limits. And while officials agreed they're not fans, the idea of a complete ban did not have broad support. "I can't see restricting somebody who wants to do this," council member Nancy Bates said. "It's a legal activity, and it helps a couple of businesses that we know about." Bates referred to Vladimir's on Grand River and Farmington Hills Manor, both mentioned during the discussion as being large enough to host martial arts events. Vladimir's hosted an …
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