Ann Arbor, MI

City Council

Ann Arbor City Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Larcom City Hall to vote on a consent agenda of contracts, grants, and street closures, plus two second-reading ordinances. Public hearings cover a rezoning of 1.199 acres at 2080 South State Street from Township to Office district and changes to Sustainable Energy Utility rate schedules. Council will also hear an update from the Independent Community Police Oversight Commission and may enter closed session for labor, property, and litigation matters.

• Rezoning 1.199 acres at 2080 South State Street from TWP (Township District) to O (Office District); Planning Commission recommended approval 9-0 (ORD-26-23)
• Professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Michigan Inc. for $786,499.00 (RFP No. 26-39)
• Professional services agreement with Market Ventures, Inc. for Farmers Market visioning, $416,829.00, with $248,000.00 in funds accepted and appropriated
• University Inn Ann Arbor development agreement at 2424 E Stadium Boulevard
• Purchase of property at 6 Park View Place for affordable housing by the Ann Arbor Housing Development Corporation

Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Election Commission

The Ann Arbor Election Commission meets on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Ann Arbor Election Center, 3021 Miller Road, for a special meeting that includes a public accuracy test of voting equipment. The agenda also lists approval of the September 3, 2026 meeting minutes and new business on appointing election inspectors for the November 3, 2026 General Election. The agenda includes standard procedural items: call to order, roll call, approval of the agenda, public comment, and adjournment.

• Public test of the voting equipment to be used in the November 3, 2026 General Election
• Appointment of Election Inspectors for the November 3, 2026 General Election (26-1647)
• Approval of Election Commission Meeting Minutes of September 3, 2026 (26-1646)

Greenbelt Advisory Commission (GAC)

The Greenbelt Advisory Commission meets Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM as an electronic meeting. The main item is a motion to recommend that City Council apply for USDA-NRCS Agriculture Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) funding for the Maulbetsch II property, identified in application ID 2026-05. The agenda also includes a budget presentation, approval of the September 10, 2026 minutes, and a closed session to discuss land acquisition. Public comment is taken in two sections, one limited to agenda items and one open to any topic.

• Motion to recommend City Council apply for USDA-NRCS Agriculture Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) funding for the Maulbetsch II property, application ID 2026-05
• Budget presentation
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition
• Approval of the September 10, 2026 meeting minutes (item 26-1679)
• Two public comment periods: agenda-related (4 speakers max, 5 minutes each) and open (5 minutes each, no speaker limit)

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Ann Arbor Council Policy Agenda Committee meets Monday, September 28, 2026, at 4:30 PM in the basement conference room at Larcom City Hall, 301 E. Huron St. The agenda includes approval of the August 2026 meeting minutes, continued discussion of the policy agenda, and updates on state and federal legislative matters. In-person public comment is available, with a call-in option at 1-877 853 5247, Meeting ID 922 1518 5944. No specific ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on this agenda.

• Approval of the Council Policy Agenda Committee Meeting Minutes of August 2026 (item 26-1644)
• Unfinished business: Policy Agenda Discussion
• New business: State Legislative Update
• New business: Federal Legislative Update
• Public comment available in person or by phone at 1-877 853 5247, Meeting ID 922 1518 5944

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Ann Arbor Zoning Board of Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests: a rear-yard setback variance for a garage addition at 500 Highland Road, a fence height and opacity variance at 1620 Kearney Road, and two side setback variances at 709 West Huron Street. The board will also discuss City Council's policy agenda and receive public comment.

• 500 Highland Road: 37-ft 10-in rear yard setback variance for garage, mudroom, and bedroom addition (R1B district)
• 1620 Kearney Road: 2-ft height and 50% opacity variance for a 6-ft, 100%-opaque front yard fence on Washtenaw Avenue
• 709 West Huron Street: 5.1-ft west and 4.4-ft east side setback variances for a property being rezoned from PUD to Office
• Approval of July 22, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of City Council Policy Agenda for Fiscal Year 2026

The Ann Arbor Zoning Board of Appeals voted 4-4 on a requested rear-yard setback variance for an addition at 500 Highland Road, so the motion failed. The board granted a 5-3 variance allowing a 6-foot, fully opaque front-yard fence at 1620 Kearney Road, and unanimously (8-0) granted side setback variances for an existing building at 709 West Huron Street. The board also approved its July 22, 2026 minutes and received a City Council Policy Agenda item with no action recorded.

• Denied 37.833-ft rear setback variance for a two-story addition at 500 Highland Rd (4-4, motion failed)
• Approved 2-ft height and 50% opacity fence variance at 1620 Kearney Rd, allowing a 6-ft, 100% opaque front-yard fence (5-3)
• Approved 5.1-ft west and 4.4-ft east side setback variances at 709 West Huron St (8-0)
• Approved July 22, 2026 ZBA meeting minutes unanimously and forwarded them to City Council
• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously by voice vote
• Received and filed communications supporting the 1620 Kearney Road request
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:40 pm unanimously

City Council

The Ann Arbor City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including a Tenants Bill of Rights ordinance, new ambulance fees, and brownfield plan amendments. The council will also consider allocating $9.7 million from the sale of 309 S. Ashley to establish a Strategic Property Acquisition Fund, and approve multiple contracts and easements.

• Tenants Bill of Rights ordinance (ORD-26-24) adding Title XI and Chapter 150
• $9,700,000 allocation from 309 S. Ashley sale to Strategic Property Acquisition Fund
• $279,400 sole source contract with Covalence Consulting for UKG Pro support
• $170,000 water damage remediation contract with Servpro Team Miller
• Rezoning of 41.292 acres at 1310 Wisteria Drive to TC1 Transit Corridor

The City Council adopted an ordinance establishing a Tenants Bill of Rights and a right to organize. Council also approved the allocation of $9.7 million from the sale of the Kline's Lot to create a new Strategic Property Acquisition Fund. Additionally, members directed the City Administrator to develop recommendations for a regional deer management program.

• Adopted Tenants Bill of Rights and Right to Organize ordinance
• Approved $9.7M for Strategic Property Acquisition Fund
• Approved first reading of 1310 Wisteria Drive rezoning (10-1)
• Approved $874,467 climate action budget increase
• Approved $170,000 water damage remediation contract
• Approved $279,400 UKG Pro software services agreement
• Approved deer management program recommendation directive (6-5)

Housing Commission

The Ann Arbor Housing Commission is meeting to consider approving an amended FY27 payment standard for its voucher programs, which determines rental subsidies. The agenda also includes approval of the August 20, 2026 minutes and an executive director's report. Public commentary is scheduled.

• Resolution to approve amended FY27 Payment Standard for voucher programs
• Approval of August 20, 2026 board minutes
• Executive Director Report for September 17, 2026

Retiree Health Care Benefit Plan & Trust Board of Trustees (VEBA)

Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Airport Advisory Committee

The Ann Arbor Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to review correspondence on fuel, occupancy, and operations, along with the airport manager's report and committee reports. They will also discuss unfinished business, including a USDA Wildlife Services report and draft bylaws for the committee. The meeting is largely procedural, with public commentary limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Correspondence: Fuel.pdf (26-1563)
• Correspondence: Occupancy.pdf (26-1564)
• Correspondence: Operations.pdf (26-1565)
• USDA Wildlife Services June 26 Report (26-1567)
• AAC Draft Bylaws-2026 (26-1569)

The Airport Advisory Committee approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, and forwarded item 26-1566 to City Council. Discussion items included the USDA wildlife report and AAC bylaws, with the bylaws postponed to the next meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes as presented
• Forwarded item 26-1566 to City Council
• Postponed AAC bylaws discussion to next meeting

Park Advisory Commission

The Park Advisory Commission will consider four regular business items: a resolution on the South Barton Bridge RFP, a professional services agreement with Market Ventures, Inc. for Farmers Market visioning, a grant of easement to DTE Electric at 3225 Sunnywood Drive, and a policy agenda. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Buhr Park Pool & Rink update and various status reports.

• South Barton Bridge RFP Resolution
• Professional Services Agreement with Market Ventures, Inc. for Farmers Market Visioning & Engagement
• Grant of Easement to DTE Electric Company at 3225 Sunnywood Drive
• Buhr Park Pool & Rink Update
• Park Advisory Commission Policy Agenda Items

Greenbelt Advisory Commission (GAC)

The Greenbelt Advisory Commission will review a staff report and conduct a budget review. The commission will also hold a closed session to discuss land acquisition.

• Staff Report presentation
• Budget Review
• Closed session to discuss land acquisition

Council Administration Committee

The Council Administration Committee is holding a regular meeting with routine agenda items: approving the prior meeting's minutes, receiving updates from the City Administrator and City Attorney, and taking public comment. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from August 11, 2026 meeting
• City Administrator update by Milton Dohoney Jr.
• City Attorney update by Atleen Kaur
• Public comment period

Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

City Council

The City Council will vote on a notice of intent to issue up to $10,000,000 in capital improvement bonds for park projects. The agenda includes approval of a $481,765.72 construction contract for the West Park Bandshell demolition and a rezoning of 2080 South State Street from Township to Office district. Additionally, the council will appoint three new members to the Independent Community Police Oversight Commission.

• Notice of intent to issue Capital Improvement Bonds for park improvements (not to exceed $10,000,000.00)
• Construction contract with Inner City Contracting, LLC for West Park Bandshell Demolition ($481,765.72)
• Rezoning of 1.199 acres at 2080 South State Street from TWP to O district
• Annexation of 5,227 square feet at 2958 Shady Lane
• Appointment of Mark Brantmeyer, Sheena Long, and Chris Mattox to ICPOC

The Ann Arbor City Council approved a purchase and sale agreement for the Kline's Lot (as amended), a rezoning of 1.199 acres at 2080 South State Street, and authorized up to $10 million in capital improvement bonds for park projects. The council also approved a first reading of a Tenants Bill of Rights ordinance and numerous consent agenda items, including contracts for salt, vehicles, and professional services.

• Approved Kline's Lot purchase and sale agreement as amended (R-26-359)
• Approved rezoning of 1.199 acres at 2080 South State Street from TWP to O on first reading (ORD-26-23)
• Approved Tenants Bill of Rights ordinance on first reading (ORD-26-24)
• Authorized publication of notice of intent to issue up to $10M in park capital improvement bonds (10-0, R-26-360)
• Approved 2958 Shady Lane annexation of 5,227 square feet (R-26-361)
• Approved $481,765.72 construction contract for West Park Bandshell demolition (R-26-358)
• Approved $184,680 early fill and $233,280 seasonal backup salt purchase from Detroit Salt Company (R-26-339)
• Approved $400,000 settlement in Pacinte Allam v Sory Conde (R-26-355)

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The committee will discuss several project proposals, including Mushroom Park and Fuller Park. Members will also review a revised project proposal form and proposed revisions to the committee bylaws.

• Mushroom Park proposal
• Fuller Park proposal
• Janet Osborn (W Liberty St) project proposal
• Meg Goldwyn (Woodlawn Ave) project proposal
• Proposed revision of the Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee bylaws

The Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee approved up to $6,000 for planting and watering trees at Mushroom Park, $1,200 for two hackberry trees at Fuller Park, $1,290 to move six trees at Leslie Science and Nature Center, and up to $1,700 for pruning poles. It also approved a revised project proposal form and voted to forward a policy statement to the clerk's office. Bylaw revisions were presented but will be voted on at the next meeting, and approval of the July draft minutes was postponed because the file was not properly attached or linked.

• Approved up to $6,000 for planting and watering trees at Mushroom Park (unanimous)
• Approved $1,200 for planting and watering two hackberry trees at Fuller Park (unanimous)
• Approved $1,290 to move six EDFC-planted trees at Leslie Science and Nature Center (5-0)
• Approved up to $1,700 for pruning poles for the Citizen Pruner program (5-0)
• Approved revised project proposal form with the charter-link footnote removed (unanimous)
• Voted to forward Chairperson Wieland's policy statement to the clerk's office as written (unanimous)
• Approved the agenda with the addition of 'Pruning Poles' (unanimous)
• Postponed approval of the July 14, 2026 draft minutes to the next meeting; bylaws vote also set for next meeting

Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Election Commission

The Commission will consider resolutions to establish absentee voter counting and receiving boards for the November 3, 2026, General Election. The meeting also addresses early tabulation authorization and the location of satellite offices on the University of Michigan campus.

• Establishment of Absent Voter Counting Boards and Receiving Boards
• Authorization of up to 8 days of early tabulation of absentee ballots
• Temporary relocation of Precinct 5-45 to Bach Elementary School
• Approval of satellite office locations at UM Museum of Art and Duderstadt Center

The Election Commission approved a resolution establishing Absent Voter Counting Boards and Receiving Boards for the November 3, 2026 general election, and approved a resolution authorizing the City Clerk to set up to 8 days of early tabulation of absentee ballots. It also recommended two resolutions to the City Council by 9/8/2026: temporarily relocating Precinct 5-45 to Bach Elementary School due to construction at Slauson Middle School, and approving satellite office locations and hours on the University of Michigan campus plus extended early voting days at UMMA and Duderstadt Center. The Commission also approved its July 14, 2026 minutes for forwarding to Council by 9/22/2026, and discussed a pending lawsuit over the A2P2 ballot petition, noting the plaintiff lost again in Appeals Court and final word on further appeal is awaited.

• Approved resolution establishing Absent Voter Counting Boards and Receiving Boards for Nov. 3, 2026 general election (voice vote, carried)
• Approved resolution authorizing City Clerk to establish up to 8 days of early absentee ballot tabulation for Nov. 3, 2026 (voice vote, carried)
• Recommended to City Council by 9/8/2026: temporarily relocate Precinct 5-45 to Bach Elementary School, 600 W. Jefferson Street, due to construction at Slauson Middle School (voice vote, carried)
• Recommended to City Council by 9/8/2026: approve satellite office locations/hours on UM campus and extend early voting days at UMMA and Duderstadt Center (voice vote, carried)
• Approved July 14, 2026 meeting minutes and forwarded to City Council by 9/22/2026 (voice vote, carried)
• Approved agenda as presented (voice vote, carried)

Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The Local Development Finance Authority will meet to review service provider reports and a budget amendment request. The agenda also includes officer elections for the Treasurer position and discussions regarding micro-loan adjustments.

• Budget Amendment Request
• Election of LDFA Treasurer
• Micro-Loan Adjustments

The LDFA approved a budget amendment reallocating $25,000 from Mobility Support to SPARK Central Infrastructure for an IT closet relocation, and authorized the related capital expenditure and contract amendment. The board also approved writing off uncollectible micro-loan balances as of June 30, 2026, closing the program and returning about $10,000 in operating cash. No other substantive decisions were made; the treasurer's election was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved 2027 SPARK budget amendment reallocating $25,000 from Mobility Support to Central Infrastructure (voice vote)
• Approved capital improvement expenditure for IT closet relocation, exceeding $10,000 threshold (voice vote)
• Authorized contract amendment allowing Central Infrastructure line-item to exceed original budget by >10% (voice vote)
• Approved write-off of uncollectible micro-loan balances as of June 30, 2026, closing the program (voice vote)

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee is meeting to discuss its policy agenda and receive updates on state and federal legislative matters. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 2026 meeting and public comment. No specific policy items or decisions are listed.

• Approval of July 2026 meeting minutes
• Policy agenda discussion
• State legislative update
• Federal legislative update

The Council Policy Agenda Committee met and approved its agenda and the July 2026 meeting minutes. Members received updates on the policy agenda, state and federal legislative matters, and an RFP. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved meeting agenda as presented
• Approved July 2026 meeting minutes

Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Retiree Health Care Benefit Plan & Trust Board of Trustees (VEBA)

Park Advisory Commission

The Ann Arbor Park Advisory Commission will consider recommending authorization of up to $10 million in capital improvement bonds for park projects, approve a construction contract for the West Park Bandshell demolition, and vote on renaming two parks. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving project updates.

• Resolution to authorize up to $10,000,000 in capital improvement bonds for park improvements
• Construction contract with Inner City Contracting, LLC for West Park Bandshell demolition ($437,968.84)
• Resolution to rename DTE Energy House at Leslie Science and Nature Center to A2ZERO House
• Resolution to rename 2570 Dexter Avenue Park to George Henry Jewett II Park
• Approval of July 21, 2026 meeting minutes

The Park Advisory Commission unanimously approved a resolution recommending authorization to publish notice of intent to issue up to $10,000,000 in capital improvement bonds for various park projects. It also unanimously supported renaming the DTE Energy House at Leslie Science and Nature Center to the A2ZERO House, and recommended renaming 2570 Dexter Avenue Park to George Henry Jewett II Park. A construction contract for the West Park Bandshell demolition was approved on a 7-0 vote with one abstention.

• Approved resolution recommending $10M capital improvement bonds for park projects (8-0)
• Approved resolution supporting renaming DTE Energy House to A2ZERO House (8-0)
• Approved resolution recommending renaming 2570 Dexter Avenue Park to George Henry Jewett II Park (8-0)
• Approved $437,968.84 construction contract with Inner City Contracting, LLC for West Park Bandshell demolition (7-0, 1 abstention)

City Council

The Ann Arbor City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes a $2.7 million agreement for lining a portion of the Malletts Creek drain, several equipment purchases, and a grant application for a pedestrian bridge replacement. The meeting also includes public commentary, a closed session, and routine approvals of minutes and communications.

• Agreement with Malletts Creek Drainage Board for County Farm Park Branch lining project ($2,727,372.00)
• Grant application to Washtenaw County for South Barton Pedestrian Bridge replacement
• Purchase of two Bobcat units from Diuble Equipment Inc. ($153,669.70)
• Sole source purchase order increase with Brown Equipment Company from $25,000 to $70,000
• Purchase of three Timan Combi snow plow and sweeper attachments ($80,985.00)

The Ann Arbor City Council approved a $2.7 million agreement for lining a portion of the Malletts Creek drain, along with several other consent agenda items including grants, equipment purchases, and a community events fund disbursement. All items were approved as presented, with no substantive debate or individual votes recorded.

• Approved $2,727,372 agreement for Malletts Creek drain lining project (consent agenda)
• Approved grant application for South Barton Pedestrian Bridge replacement (consent agenda)
• Approved $70,000 increase for Brown Equipment Company pipeline inspection equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved $50,000 increase for Source One Environmental sewer pipe lining supplies (consent agenda)
• Approved $153,669.70 purchase of two Bobcat units from Diuble Equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved $80,985 purchase of snow plow and sweeper attachments from Brown Equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved community events fund disbursements from FY 2027 budget (R-26-336)
• Approved appointments as confirmed by mayor (consent agenda)

Human Rights Commission

Council Administration Committee

The Ann Arbor Council Administration Committee is holding a regular meeting with agenda items limited to approval of prior minutes, updates from the City Administrator and City Attorney, and public comment. No substantive policy decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting
• City Administrator update by Milton Dohoney Jr.
• City Attorney update by Atleen Kaur
• Public comment period

The Council Administration Committee met and approved its agenda and the minutes from the July 14, 2026 meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; items discussed included engaging a firm for a performance evaluation and reviewing a proposed council rule regarding treatment of staff. The meeting adjourned after updates from the City Administrator and City Attorney.

• Approved meeting agenda as presented
• Approved minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting

Budget and Labor Committee

The Budget and Labor Committee is meeting to approve its July 14 minutes and hear public comment. The main substantive item is a closed session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining agreement negotiations. No other new business is listed on the agenda.

• Closed session for strategy on collective bargaining agreement negotiations
• Approval of July 14, 2026 open meeting minutes
• Public comment period (in-person and via Zoom)
• Roll call and agenda approval

The committee approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Members then entered a closed session to discuss collective bargaining agreement strategies before adjourning.

• Approved August 11, 2026 agenda (voice vote)
• Approved June 9, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Entered closed session for collective bargaining negotiations (roll call)
• Returned to open session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Employees' Retirement System Board of Trustees

Greenbelt Advisory Commission (GAC)

City Council

City Council will consider several zoning changes and a variety of city service contracts. The body is deciding on a major construction contract for water treatment instrumentation and grants for affordable housing projects.

• Construction contract with Lee Contracting, Inc. for $2,225,685.00 for Water Treatment Services Unit improvements
• Two $100,000.00 affordable housing grants for Townie Homes and Hickory Way III
• Rezoning requests for 615 Riverview Drive, 2700 Fuller Road, and 315 West Huron Street
• Purchase order with Penchura, L.L.C for $262,280.00 for solid waste containers
• Street closures for Festifall, Autumnal Green Fair, and A2 Artoberfest

The Ann Arbor City Council approved the 315 W. Huron PUD site plan and development agreement, adopted three rezoning ordinances, and passed a consent agenda with 18 items. The council also approved a new special events ordinance on first reading, though it failed to pass on a second vote. All decisions were made with the full council present.

• Approved the 315 W. Huron PUD site plan and development agreement (R-26-326).
• Adopted rezoning for 615 Riverview Drive (ORD-26-19), 2700 Fuller Road (ORD-26-20), and 315 W. Huron (ORD-26-21).
• Adopted the bicycle and vehicle parking ordinance (ORD-26-01).
• Approved the special events ordinance on first reading (5-6 vote).
• Approved 18 consent agenda items, including street closures, grants, and contracts.
• Approved a ballot question certification for Ann Arbor for Public Power.
• Approved amendments to council rules (R-26-328).
• Entered closed session for labor negotiations, real estate, and litigation.

Cable Communications Commission

The Ann Arbor Cable Communications Commission is holding a meeting to discuss regular business, including a legislative update and a report from CTN General Manager Greg McDonald. The agenda is largely procedural, with approval of minutes and public commentary. There are no major decisions or discussions on specific policies or projects listed.