Detroit public meetings in 2024

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will consider emergency demolition contracts for 17 properties and an ordinance to strengthen oversight of rental housing. The meeting also includes committee referrals for budget reporting and compensation adjustments.

• Emergency demolition contracts totaling $735,000 for properties including 18425 Fairfield and 600 Tennessee
• Ordinance to amend the Detroit City Code Chapter 8 regarding rental property inspections
• Referral of budget report on large events to the Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee
• Amendment to the 2024-2025 Official Compensation Schedule for an OIG Manager position
• Referral of Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate applications to the City Planning Commission

The Detroit City Council approved a zoning ordinance to allow solar generation stations in industrial districts and establish overlay areas, and accepted $95.2 million in federal disaster recovery funds for 2021 storm damage. The council also approved numerous contracts, including $20 million fuel supply agreements, snow plowing contracts, and several police-related legal settlements.

• Approved solar zoning ordinance amendment (7-2)
• Approved $95.2M HUD CDBG-DR flood recovery funds (6-3)
• Approved $20M fuel supply contracts with Corrigan Oil and Ace Petroleum (9-0)
• Approved $8.2M Randolph Street road construction contract (8-0)
• Approved $2.75M demolition of 85 properties for solar arrays (7-2)
• Approved $12M Motorola radio equipment contract (9-0)
• Approved $70K executive search for Chief of Police (9-0)
• Denied legal representation for PO Christopher Dodd (0-9)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will hold public hearings on a draft Pet Shop Ordinance amendment that would prohibit the sale of dogs and cats by pet shops, and on proposed amendments to Chapter 31 of the Detroit City Code creating new misdemeanor offenses. The committee will also consider a series of contract authorizations for emergency demolitions, police equipment, and health programs. Items from unfinished business and new business will be presented for status updates and approvals.

• Pet Shop Ordinance amendment to prohibit sale of dogs and cats by pet shops (public hearing)
• Amendments to Chapter 31 of the City Code adding misdemeanor offenses (public hearing)
• Contract 3078423 – $107,000 for emergency demolition of commercial property at 3033 Bourke Street
• Contract 6006719 – $12,000,000 master agreement for Motorola radios and accessories
• Contract 6005074-A1 – $954,380 increase for HIV epidemic ending program (Ryan White)

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee moved most agenda items to new business, including a $12 million Motorola radio master agreement and several police equipment contracts. Two public hearings on pet shop sales and misdemeanor offenses were postponed to a later date. Several demolition contracts were removed from the agenda, and one police shield contract was approved 2-1 with a dissenting vote.

• Moved $12M Motorola radio master agreement to new business (3-0)
• Moved $35,801 police riot shield contract to new business (2-1, Santiago-Romero no)
• Postponed pet shop sales prohibition hearing to a later date (3-0)
• Postponed misdemeanor offenses ordinance hearing to a later date (3-0)
• Removed 5 emergency demolition contracts from agenda (3-0)
• Moved $107K emergency demolition contract for 7326 McDonald to new business (3-0)
• Moved $586K ambulance coverage assignment to new business (3-0)
• Moved $1.3M snow plowing contracts for districts 1-7 to new business (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold several public hearings on property rehabilitation and redevelopment proposals, including an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District for Eskay Holdings, LLC at 3641/3651 Oakman Blvd. Additional hearings will consider a Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for 2930 E. Jefferson Ave and a Commercial Redevelopment District for Stafford House Inc. at 9301 Oakland Ave. The committee will also consider two zoning map amendment ordinances affecting parcels on Junction Avenue and on Ferry Park/West Grand Boulevard, and will review status of contracts, grants, and land‑swap agreements.

• Public hearing to establish an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District for Eskay Holdings, LLC at 3641/3651 Oakman Blvd (Petition #2024-324)
• Public hearing to approve a Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for 2930 E. Jefferson Ave (Petition #2024-328)
• Public hearing to establish a Commercial Redevelopment District for Stafford House Inc. at 9301 Oakland Ave (Petition #2024-321)
• Ordinance amendment to change zoning of five parcels on the west side of Junction Avenue from R2 Two‑Family Residential to B1 Restricted Business
• Ordinance amendment to rezone multiple parcels on Ferry Park and West Grand Boulevard to SD2 Special Development District Mixed Use

The Detroit Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee approved numerous contracts, property sales, and tax exemption districts to send to the formal City Council with recommendations to approve. The committee also advanced several items with no recommendation, including federal disaster recovery funding and land swaps for solar projects, and tabled other matters to early 2025.

• Approved November 14, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Sent Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for 2930 E. Jefferson Ave to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent Commercial Redevelopment District for Stafford House Inc. at 9301 Oakland Ave to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent zoning reclassification for parcels on Junction Avenue to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent zoning reclassification for Motown Museum expansion on Ferry Park and West Grand Boulevard to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent contract extension for CHN Housing Partners single-family scatter site program to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for Cambridge Acquisitions at 1346 Broadway St to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent property sale of 5807 Livernois to LaTosha Agee-Gussman for $3,920 to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (2-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will review multiple contracts for vehicle fleet operations and rental vehicles, authorize a grant application for environmental projects, and consider approvals for several holiday events.

• Vehicle fleet parts contracts totaling $34 million
• Rental vehicle contract for $1.95 million
• Grant application for $17.46 million EPA funding
• Holiday event permits for Kwanzaa, Noel Night, and Menorah in the D
• Lease agreement for Northwest Activity Center

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted to send several items to the formal City Council agenda with a recommendation to approve. This includes six special event permits, six General Services contracts, and two grant-related resolutions. The committee also tabled two items until after the recess on January 9th and held a public hearing on a residential parking permit area.

• Recommended approval of 6 event permits (3-0 each)
• Recommended approval of $1.95M Enterprise rental vehicle contract (2-1, Whitfield-Calloway objected)
• Recommended approval of $3.42M Spirt Ford contract (2-1, Whitfield-Calloway objected)
• Recommended approval of $97K Detroit 2030 District contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 3 fleet parts contracts totaling $34.1M (2-1 each, Whitfield-Calloway objected)
• Recommended approval of $300K Eliza Howell Park grant (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $17.46M EPA grant application (3-0)
• Tabled Northwest Activity Center lease and Coleman A. Young Rec Center status update until Jan 9 (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is conducting interviews for five nominees to the Tenants’ Rights Commission. The body is also reviewing several legal settlements and contract amendments for city services.

• Interviews for Tenants’ Rights Commission nominees: Josephina Ramon, Sherrie Smith, Constance Bailey, Mary Cox, and Jamie Junior
• Proposed $1.3 million contract for Carahsoft Technology Group to provide DocuSign electronic signature software
• Proposed $150,000 increase for Kurtzman Carson Consultants, LLC for legal services
• Lawsuit settlements including $275,000 each for Troy McNeary and Sashae Antoinette Hutchins
• Proposed pay range of $110,419 - $168,535 for the Director of Digital Inclusion classification

The Internal Operations Standing Committee interviewed five nominees for the Tenants' Rights Commission and voted to send all names forward for a formal ballot. The committee recommended approval of several contracts and lawsuit settlements, including two $275,000 police settlements, and tabled or removed other items. All votes were unanimous among members present, with attendance varying between 2-0 and 3-0.

• Sent five Tenants' Rights Commission nominations forward for a formal ballot (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.3M DocuSign contract with Carahsoft Technology Group (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $275,000 settlement in McNeary v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $275,000 settlement in Hutchins v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $280,000 settlement in Rives v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $145,000 settlement in Jakubus v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Removed from agenda settlement in Allen v. Miller and DDOT (3-0)
• Tabled contracts for immigration legal counsel and bankruptcy legal representation (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will hear a presentation from the Detroit Investment Fund. It will review the status of several pending items, including a fiscal impact study for an animal‑keeping ordinance and the proposed capital agenda for FY 2026‑2030. New business includes multiple contracts, such as a $375,000 casino appraisal, a $40,000 PPE contract, and two $20 million fuel supply contracts for city vehicles. The committee will also consider reports on the September 2024 financials, a proposed amendment to the Payment In Lieu of Taxes ordinance, and an ARPA resolution.

• Contract 6006802 – $20,000,000 to supply gasoline and diesel fuels for Detroit vehicles (Ace Petroleum Distribution Corp).
• Contract 6006804 – $20,000,000 to supply gasoline and diesel fuels for Detroit vehicles (Corrigan Oil Co. No. II).
• Contract 6006768 – $375,000 for casino appraisal services (TS Worldwide, LLC).
• Contract 6006827 – $40,000 for personal protection equipment (Red Wing Brands of America, Inc.).
• Proposed Capital Agenda for FY 2026‑2030 submitted for review and public hearing.

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee recommended approval for two $20 million fuel supply contracts and several smaller service agreements. Multiple reports and requests were tabled until January 8, 2025, while others were received and filed.

• Recommended approval of $20M fuel contract with Ace Petroleum Distribution Corp (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $20M fuel contract with Corrigan Oil Co. No. II (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $375,000 casino appraisal contract with TS Worldwide, LLC (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $40,000 PPE safety boots contract with Red Wing Brands of America, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended approval to set a public hearing for the FY 2026-2030 Proposed Capital Agenda (2-0)
• Sent ARPA funding obligation resolution to formal session without recommendation (2-0)
• Tabled Fiscal Impact Study on Animal Keeping Ordinance to January 8, 2025 (2-0)
• Received and filed Detroit Residents' Investment Fund request (2-0)

City Council Closed Session

The Detroit City Council will hold a series of closed‑session hearings. Each hearing concerns legal representation and indemnification for a former police officer named in Marcus Alston et al v City of Detroit, Civil Action No. 21‑cv‑11944. The Law and Police Departments and the City Council Legislative Policy Division will conduct the hearings. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Hearing on legal representation for former Police Officer Kairy Roberts
• Hearing on legal representation for former Police Officer Christopher Dodd
• Hearing on legal representation for former Police Officer Terrance Barmore
• Hearing on legal representation for former Sergeant Scott Barrick
• Hearing on legal representation for Corporal Garnette Steene

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will consider approving legal settlements for various lawsuits and extending contracts for legal counsel, ADA consulting, and PPE. The body will also review financial reports and compensation adjustments.

• Settlement for $32,000 in Lakeisha Allen v. City of Detroit lawsuit
• Settlement for $280,000 in Timothy Rives Jr. v. City of Detroit lawsuit
• Settlement for $145,000 in Rosemary Jakubus v. City of Detroit lawsuit
• Extension of legal counsel contract with Clark Hill, PLC to $205,000
• Extension of legal counsel contract with Miller Canfield to $12,950,522.56

The Detroit City Council approved an ordinance amending the zoning code to expand the permissibility of child care centers, family day care homes, and group day care homes, revising use regulations and parking requirements. The council also approved a separate ordinance defining 'race' as inclusive of traits historically associated with race. Numerous contracts, settlements, and property transfers were approved, and several items were postponed or referred to committees.

• Approved zoning ordinance expanding day care uses in residential districts (7-1)
• Approved ordinance defining 'race' as inclusive of traits historically associated with race (7-0)
• Approved $3.5M contract with Cass Community Social Services for drop-in shelter services (7-0)
• Approved $17M contract with Detroit Building Authority for City Service Yards project (8-0)
• Approved $1.8M settlement in Estate of Lamont Johnson lawsuit (8-0)
• Approved $12M Motorola radios master agreement (referred to PHS)
• Postponed solar generation station zoning ordinance (6-3)
• Postponed retirement benefits MOUs for police and fire associations (8-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will discuss the effects of marijuana advertising on youth. The body is also reviewing multiple emergency demolition contracts and various public right-of-way petitions.

• Discussion on Marijuana Advertising Effects on Youth
• Emergency demolition contract for commercial properties at 4721 & 4757 Elmhurst and 11763 Broadstreet for $537,898.78
• Petition for IKE Smart City to install 10 digital interactive kiosks in the public right of way
• Request to decertify/vacate Bayside Ave. between Ormond Ave. and Gale St.
• Proposed towing, service, and storage fee changes based on Tow Rate Commission recommendations

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of numerous emergency demolition contracts, several public works and encroachment petitions, and new business items including a marijuana advertising ordinance amendment. The committee also discussed marijuana advertising effects on youth and brought back several items for further review. All votes were 3-0 in favor.

• Approved 30 emergency demolition contracts totaling over $2.5M (3-0)
• Approved IKE Smart City digital kiosk installation at 10 locations (3-0)
• Approved Bayside Ave. vacation and conversion to two-way street (3-0)
• Approved $8.2M Randolph Street road construction contract (3-0)
• Approved marijuana advertising ordinance amendment for formal session (3-0)
• Approved $2.8M Transportation Alternatives Program grant application (3-0)
• Approved outdoor dining cafe permits extension through March 2025 (3-0)
• Tabled towing fee resolution for future consideration (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for solar generation stations and two brownfield redevelopment plans. The body will also consider an obsolete property rehabilitation certificate and several contracts for homeless services and infrastructure.

• Proposed zoning amendments to Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code regarding solar generation stations
• Public hearings for Brownfield Redevelopment Plans for Arthur Murray and 7850 East Jefferson Avenue Phase V
• Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for Cambridge Acquisitions, LLC at 1346 Broadway Street
• Contract for Cass Community Social Services, Inc. for drop-in shelter services totaling $3,500,000.00
• Contract for CHN Housing Partners for Single-Family Scatter Site Homeownership Program totaling $2,875,000.00

The committee voted to move several items to formal session, including two brownfield redevelopment plans (Arthur Murray and 7850 East Jefferson Avenue Phase V), a solar generation station zoning amendment, and multiple property sales. Several other items were tabled for further review, and some reports were received and filed. The committee also approved the minutes of the November 7, 2024 meeting.

• Moved Arthur Murray brownfield plan to formal session (3-0)
• Moved 7850 East Jefferson Avenue Phase V brownfield plan to formal session (3-0)
• Moved solar generation station zoning amendment to formal session (3-0)
• Moved contract extension for OHM Advisors (Greater Corktown green stormwater) to formal session (3-0)
• Moved contract for Cass Community Social Services drop-in shelter ($3.5M) to formal session (3-0)
• Moved property sale of 13736 & 13722 Puritan to Shift The Culture LLC ($8,000) to formal session (3-0)
• Moved property sale of 1123 E Seven Mile to David Cross Investments LLC ($3,000) to formal session (3-0)
• Moved property transfer between DLBA and Detroit Housing Commission to formal session (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing multiple service contracts and a public hearing regarding residential parking in Northern Brush Park. The body is also considering a gas pipeline easement request for Lafayette - St. Aubin Park.

• Contract 6006414: $17,000,000 for City Service Yards Master Plan management with Detroit Building Authority
• Contract 6006781: $10,000,000 for Joe Louis Greenway Segments Zone L site work
• Contract 6006742: $2,930,650 for Spirit Plaza Renovations
• Public hearing for Residential Parking Permit Areas (zones 424 and 425) on Erskine between John R and Brush
• DTE Gas Company request for a 10' pipeline easement in Lafayette - St. Aubin Park at 2101 E Larned

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted to send 15 contracts to the full City Council with a recommendation to approve, covering services from tree removal to EV charger installation. One contract was sent without a recommendation. The committee also continued a public hearing on residential parking permit zones 424 and 425, scheduling it for further discussion in one week, and deferred two memoranda on tree and trash programs to January 9, 2025.

• Advanced $17M City Service Yards Phase I management contract to formal (2-0)
• Advanced $2M private tree removal/trimming contract to formal (2-0)
• Advanced $2.93M Spirit Plaza renovation contract to formal (2-0)
• Advanced $874,590 Spirit Ford fleet vehicle contract to formal without recommendation (2-0)
• Advanced $10M Joe Louis Greenway Zone L construction contract to formal (2-0)
• Advanced two $1.5M blight cleanup contracts to formal (2-0)
• Advanced two $2.3M EV charging station contracts to formal (2-0)
• Continued residential parking permit hearing for one week (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will consider the Proposed Capital Agenda for Fiscal Years 2026‑2030. It will also hear a payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑tax (PILOT) proposal for the Piety Hill 2 Limited Dividend Housing Association multi‑family housing project. Additional items include status reports on ARPA funds, a fiscal impact statement for a Procurement Purchasing Ordinance amendment, and a request for a Vacant House Tax report.

• Proposed Capital Agenda for FY 2026‑2030 (budget plan for 2025‑2030)
• Piety Hill 2 Limited Dividend Housing Association LP PILOT for a project bounded by Hazelwood, Woodward Avenue, Pingree, and John C. Lodge
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds status reports for May, June, July, August, and September 2024
• Fiscal Impact Statement on Procurement Purchasing Ordinance amendment (Chapter 17, 2019 Detroit City Code)
• Request for a report on the proposed Vacant House Tax (VHT)

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee met on November 13, 2024, with two members present initially (Durhal and Santiago-Romero), later joined by Young. The committee received and filed five American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund status reports covering May through September 2024. Several other items were brought back for further review, assigned to departments, or removed from the agenda, with no final approvals or denials on substantive matters.

• Received and filed ARPA fund status reports for May, June, July, August, and September 2024 (3-0)
• Brought back procurement ordinance fiscal impact statement in one week (2-0)
• Brought back vacant house tax report request to first meeting after recess (2-0)
• Brought back CFO questions to next week (2-0)
• Removed Piety Hill 2 PILOT from agenda (2-0)
• Brought back proposed FY 2026-2030 capital agenda in one week (2-0)
• Assigned P.A. 147 extension request to Law Department, bring back in one week (3-0)
• Assigned Fast Track PILOT ordinance to OCFO and CRIO, bring back after recess (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will consider several contract approvals, a reappointment, and a public hearing. Items include a $5,210,000 contract for Network & Voice Maintenance Services, a $150,000 increase to a legal services contract, and a settlement of $1,800,000 for the Estate of Lamont Johnson. The committee will also hear a proposal to amend the city code definition of “race” and vote on the reappointment of Lewis Moore to the Board of Review (District 7).

• Reappointment of Lewis Moore to the Board of Review (District 7)
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 23, Section 23-1-2 of the Detroit City Code to define “race”
• Contract No. 6001570-A3: $150,000 increase (total $600,000) for legal services by Kurtzman Carson Consultants
• Contract No. 6006678: $5,210,000 for Network & Voice Maintenance Services by Groundwork 0
• Settlement of $1,800,000 for the Estate of Lamont Johnson lawsuit

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended approval of several contracts, settlements, and appointments to the formal session agenda. Notable items include a $1.8 million settlement in a police lawsuit, a $5.2 million network maintenance contract, and a reappointment to the Board of Review. Some items were tabled for further review.

• Recommended approval of Lewis Moore's reappointment to Board of Review (3-0)
• Recommended approval of human rights code amendment defining 'race' (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $5.2M network maintenance contract with Groundwork 0 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.8M settlement in Estate of Lamont Johnson lawsuit (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $201,516.21 contract with Detroit Public Schools for election use (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.3M DocuSign software contract (3-0)
• Tabled $1.3M DocuSign contract for one week (3-0)
• Recommended approval of retirement benefit MOUs for police and fire associations (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council is reviewing several high-value contracts for network and voice services, as well as a proposed Capital Agenda for FY2026-2030. The body is also considering a PILOT for a multi-family housing project and various legal settlements.

• Contract for Network & Voice Maintenance Services with Groundwork 0 for $5,210,000.00
• Contract for Network & Voice Equipment with Groundwork 0 for $1,250,000.00
• Contract for Electronic Signature Software with Carahsoft Technology Group for $1,300,000.00
• Proposed PILOT for Piety Hill 2 Limited Dividend Housing Association LP for multi-family housing
• Settlement of $99,900.00 in the lawsuit of Rosalind Jones-O’Neal v City of Detroit

The Detroit City Council approved an ordinance to permit and regulate animal husbandry and beekeeping in the city, with a 5-3 vote. The council also approved a related zoning amendment to establish 'animal husbandry and beekeeping' as a new agricultural land use category. Numerous contracts, settlements, and property sales were approved, and many other items were referred to standing committees.

• Approved animal husbandry and beekeeping ordinance (5-3)
• Approved zoning amendment for animal husbandry and beekeeping (5-3)
• Approved $14.97M security services contract for 36th District Court (8-0)
• Approved $5M network & voice maintenance contract (7-1)
• Approved $1.8M settlement in Estate of Lamont Johnson lawsuit (8-0)
• Approved $95.2M HUD CDBG-DR funding acceptance (referred)
• Approved 23 NEZ certificates for Pullman Parc condos (8-0)
• Approved $8.2M Randolph Street road construction contract (8-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold public hearings to approve a Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Little Village Marina at 9602 and 9636 E. Jefferson. It will consider amending Chapter 50 of the Detroit City Code to modify District Map No. 65 for the Fellowship Estates Planned Development. The committee will also review a request to establish a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone in North Corktown covering numerous 16th and 17th Street parcels. Finally, it will vote on a land swap acquiring 3071 14th St for $55,000 and selling three City‑owned parcels at 3344, 3352 and 3360 14th St for $60,000.

• Approve Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Little Village Marina at 9602 & 9636 E. Jefferson (Public Act 255)
• Amend Chapter 50 zoning map (District Map No. 65) for Fellowship Estates Planned Development
• Establish North Corktown Neighborhood Enterprise Zone for listed 16th & 17th St parcels (Public Act 147)
• Approve land swap: acquire 3071 14th St for $55,000 and sell 3344, 3352, 3360 14th St for $60,000
• Abolish multiple Brownfield Redevelopment Plans (e.g., Brentwood Apartments, 411 W. Lafayette, Coronado Apartments, etc.)

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee held public hearings and voted to recommend approval of a commercial facilities exemption for Little Village Marina LLC at 9602 and 9636 E. Jefferson, and a zoning map amendment for a planned development district near Santa Maria Street. It also recommended approval of 10 Brownfield Redevelopment Plan abolishments and several property transactions. The North Corktown Neighborhood Enterprise Zone request was tabled to January 9, 2025.

• Approved sending Little Village Marina commercial facilities exemption to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending PD district zoning amendment to formal session (3-0)
• Tabled North Corktown Neighborhood Enterprise Zone to January 9, 2025 (3-0)
• Approved sending 10 Brownfield plan abolishments to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending property acquisition/sale at 3071 14th St and 3344-3360 14th St to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending property sale of 222 Gratiot and 1255 Broadway to formal session (3-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on DLBA BuyBack Program MOU (3-0)
• Brought back blighted commercial properties memo in 1 week (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will conduct roll call and a public comment period. It will then hold a discussion on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with CFO Jay Rising, Chief Deputy CFO/Interim Budget Director Tanya Stoudemire, and Deputy CFO Terri Daniels. No items are listed for vote or attachment.

• Discussion of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) with CFO and budget officials

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held a discussion regarding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). No motions were made and no formal decisions were reached during this item.

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will hold a public hearing on a resolution for residential parking permits in the Northern Brush Park area. The committee will review a request for authorization to seek Michigan MDNR approval to convert Wick Park, Wigle Field, and Brush‑Adelaide Playground to non‑recreational uses. It will also consider Contract No. 6006544, a $14,970,620.11 agreement for armed and unarmed security services at the 36th District Court through November 1, 2027.

• Resolution for RPPA public hearing (Northern Brush Park) covering proposed zones 424 and 425
• Authorization request to apply to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for use conversion of Wick Park, Wigle Field, and Brush‑Adelaide Playground
• Request for language liaisons for the Department of Neighborhoods
• Contract No. 6006544: $14,970,620.11 for armed and unarmed security services at 36th District Court (through Nov 1, 2027)
• Continued public hearing scheduled for 1:20 PM

The committee voted to send to the formal session agenda with recommendation to approve the MDNR application for conversion of three city parks and the $14.97M security contract for the 36th District Court. It also continued the public hearing on new residential parking permit zones 424 and 425, bringing it back for one more week, and tabled a request for language liaisons for two weeks.

• Approved minutes of October 31, 2024 (2-0)
• Continued public hearing on parking zones 424/425, brought back 1 week (3-0)
• Sent park conversion application to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Brought back language liaisons request for 2 weeks (3-0)
• Sent $14,970,620.11 security contract for 36th District Court to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business. The agenda includes reviews of a disparity study, budget allocations, and proposed property tax incentives.

• Proposed property tax incentives for first responders in Detroit
• Response regarding a proposed disparity study
• Request for a report concerning outstanding budget allocations

The committee received and filed memoranda regarding a proposed disparity study and property tax incentives for first responders. A request for a report on outstanding budget allocations was tabled for two weeks. Members also announced upcoming deadlines for neighborhood grants and beautification programs.

• Approved minutes (2-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on Proposed Disparity Study (2-0)
• Tabled report on outstanding budget allocations for two weeks (2-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on Property Tax Incentives for First Responders (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will interview candidates for several city commissions and boards. It will consider unfinished business, including a contract amendment that adds $150,000 to a legal services agreement and extends it through Dec. 31, 2025. The committee will also review settlements of two police‑department lawsuits, each for $275,000. New business and member reports will follow.

• Contract 6001570-A3 amendment: $150,000 increase, total $600,000, extended to Dec. 31, 2025 for legal services (Kurtzman Carson Consultants, LLC).
• Settlement of Hutchins, Sashae Antoinette vs. City of Detroit: $275,000 payment to the plaintiff.
• Settlement of McNeary, Troy D. vs. City of Detroit: $275,000 payment to the plaintiff.
• Interview: Sharon Madison for reappointment to the Detroit Wayne Joint Building Authority.
• Interview: Jerry Watson for reappointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals (District 4).

The Internal Operations Standing Committee voted to move Sharon Madison's reappointment to the Detroit Wayne Joint Building Authority and Jerry Watson's reappointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals to formal session. Joyletha Goodwin's appointment to the Tenant's Rights Commission was tabled for a future date. Several items were brought back for further review, including a contract amendment and two police lawsuit settlements.

• Moved Sharon Madison reappointment to Detroit Wayne Joint Building Authority to formal session (3-0)
• Moved Jerry Watson reappointment to Board of Zoning Appeals to formal session (3-0)
• Tabled Joyletha Goodwin appointment to Tenant's Rights Commission (3-0)
• Brought back Contract No. 6001570-A3 amendment in 1 week (2-0)
• Brought back Board of Review mileage report in 2 weeks (3-0)
• Brought back reverse convictions report in 1 week (3-0)
• Brought back Hutchins lawsuit settlement ($275,000) in 2 weeks (3-0)
• Brought back McNeary lawsuit settlement ($275,000) in 2 weeks (3-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will review several contract amendments, including ARPA‑funded increases for community violence‑intervention services and a $4,611,190 design‑build renovation for the Detroit Department of Elections. It will also consider contracts for emergency demolitions, blight removal, police equipment and uniform purchases, and a $4,010,646 roadway reconstruction project. The committee will discuss a petition to place 44 banners on light poles along McNichols, Livernois, and Greenlawn Street.

• $4,611,190 design‑build renovation contract for Detroit Department of Elections (Contract No. 6006715)
• $4,010,646 roadway reconstruction contract for Eliza Howell Park (Contract No. 6005399‑A1)
• $525,000 increase to Force Detroit contract for community violence intervention (Contract No. 6005413‑A2)
• Petition 2024‑347 to install 44 banners on light poles from Livernois to Greenlawn Street
• $350,000 blight remediation contract for A‑Team Snow and Ice Control (Contract No. 6006728)

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee, with only two members present (Benson and Waters), recommended approval of numerous contracts and ordinances for formal City Council consideration. Key actions included advancing a $4.6M renovation for the Detroit Department of Elections, several community violence intervention contract amendments, and an ordinance to prohibit pet shops from selling dogs and cats. The committee also handled dangerous building hearings, ordering demolitions for several properties and returning others to BSEED.

• Recommended approval of $4,611,190 renovation contract for Detroit Department of Elections (2-0)
• Recommended approval of four Community Violence Intervention contract amendments totaling $875,000 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of ordinance prohibiting pet shops from selling dogs and cats (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,157,628 bus stop boarding platform contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $440,000 police uniforms contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $350,000 blight remediation contracts for three contractors (2-0)
• Ordered demolition of multiple dangerous buildings, including 5589 Eastlawn and 9443 Harper (2-0)
• Returned several properties to BSEED, including 5126 31st and 8751 Bessemore (2-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold a public hearing to consider amending Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code to create an “animal husbandry and beekeeping” land‑use category. It will receive a status update on the 14th Street land swap, which involves purchasing 3071 14th St for $55,000 and selling 3344‑3360 14th St for $60,000. The committee will also review the proposed sale of 222 Gratiot and 1255 Broadway to PMB Holdings LLC for $236,800. Additional items include a child‑care facilities zoning amendment and a memorandum on HUD Section 108 loans for the Housing and Revitalization Department.

• Public hearing on Animal Husbandry Ordinance amendment to add a new agricultural land‑use category
• Status of 14th Street land swap: purchase of 3071 14th St for $55,000 and sale of 3344‑3360 14th St for $60,000
• Status of property sale of 222 Gratiot and 1255 Broadway for $236,800 to PMB Holdings LLC
• Child‑care facilities zoning text amendment expanding permissibility of day‑care uses
• Memo on HUD Section 108 loans for the Housing and Revitalization Department

The committee voted 3-0 to send the zoning amendment establishing 'animal husbandry and beekeeping' as a new agricultural land use category to the full Council with a recommendation to approve as amended, with an effective date of January 31, 2025. The committee also recommended approval of several Brownfield Redevelopment Plan abolishments and sent a day care zoning amendment to Formal Session without recommendation. Multiple other items were tabled or brought back for further review.

• Sent animal husbandry and beekeeping zoning amendment to Formal Session with recommendation to approve as amended, effective Jan 31, 2025 (3-0)
• Sent day care zoning amendment to Formal Session without recommendation as amended (3-0)
• Recommended approval of abolishment of 1260 Library Brownfield Redevelopment Plan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of abolishment of Conner Office Park Brownfield Redevelopment Plan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of abolishment of Amended Woodward Garden Block Brownfield Redevelopment Plan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of abolishment of Creative Arts Center Brownfield Redevelopment Plan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of abolishment of Dickerson Manor Apartments Brownfield Redevelopment Plan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of abolishment of Emerald Springs Brownfield Redevelopment Plan (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing a large security contract for the 36th District Court and several grant applications for city services. The body is also discussing residential parking permits in Northern Brush Park and language liaisons for the Department of Neighborhoods.

• Contract No. 6006544 for armed and unarmed security services for 36th District Court with Allied Universal Security Services, Inc. for $14,970,620.11
• Contract No. 6006667 for site restoration and improvements to Elmwood Central Park with Michigan Recreational Construction, Inc. for $450,000.00
• Proposed Residential Parking Permit Area zones 424 and 425 on Erskine between John R and Brush
• Grant application for FY 2024 Litter Collection and Mowing Services in the amount of $5,000,000.00
• Request to accept FY 2024 Jefferson Chalmers Flooding Prevention Grant for $1,000,000.00

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee approved minutes and advanced several items to the formal session. It recommended approval of a $450,000 contract for Elmwood Central Park site restoration, a $60,000 animal shelter grant application, and a $5,000,000 litter collection and mowing grant application. The committee also continued discussions on residential parking permit zones and brought back items for further review.

• Approved minutes of October 24, 2024 (3-0)
• Continued public hearing on parking permit zones 424 and 425 (3-0)
• Brought back language liaisons request for 1 week (3-0)
• Sent Jefferson Chalmers Flooding Prevention Grant to formal session without recommendation (3-0)
• Brought back security services contract for 36th District Court for 1 week (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $450,000 Elmwood Central Park restoration contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $60,000 animal shelter grant application (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $5,000,000 litter collection and mowing grant application (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will conduct roll call, approve minutes, and interview candidates for Board of Review and the Tenants’ Rights Commission. It will review unfinished business including the Inspector General’s Q3 2024 report, contract extensions for legal services, and several law department settlement resolutions. New business includes contract amendments increasing funding for medical examinations, election worker parking, and Right‑to‑Counsel materials, as well as a $5,020,866.26 state grant for the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission and a $5 million equipment services contract.

• Contract 6002501‑A1 amendment: $40,000 increase for Independent Medical Examinations (MLS Group).
• Contract 6006360: $5,000,000 equipment and managed print services (Marco Technologies, LLC).
• Contract 6005914‑A1 amendment: $57,020 increase for election worker parking at Huntington Place.
• Contract 6006065‑A1 amendment: $102,060 increase for Right‑to‑Counsel information materials (Lakeshore Legal Aid).
• Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant: $5,020,866.26 state share with $1,095,180.33 city cash match.

The Internal Operations Standing Committee met with two of three members present and approved sending a series of contracts, settlements, and grant authorizations to the formal session agenda with recommendations to approve. These included a $5,000,000 print and copier services contract, a $5,020,866.26 state indigent defense grant, and several lawsuit settlements. Two items were held: a Tenants' Rights Commission appointment and an Industry Standards Board appointment, both brought back to be determined (TBD).

• Approved minutes of October 23, 2024 (2-0)
• Board of Review appointment Sabrina McCaskill sent to formal agenda with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Board of Review reappointment Jacqueline Robinson sent to formal agenda with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Tenants' Rights Commission appointment Doneisia Davis brought back to be determined (TBD) (2-0)
• OIG 2024 Third Quarter Report received and filed (2-0)
• Council President Sheffield memo on Proposal S impacts received and filed (2-0)
• Contract 6001570-A3 Kurtzman Carson Consultants legal services extension and $150,000 increase brought back one week (2-0)
• Contract 6002501-A1 MLS Group independent medical exams $40,000 increase sent to formal agenda with recommendation to approve (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will approve minutes, hear public comment, and consider several unfinished business items submitted by council members. New business includes contract amendments for city software and office supplies, fiscal impact statements for code changes, and a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone application for a new apartment building. The committee will decide whether to authorize the contract changes and related funding.

• Contract No. 6003428‑A1 amendment: $167,150 increase for Grant Management Software (Carahsoft Technology Corp), total $448,550
• Contract No. 6004347‑A1 amendment: ARPA‑funded office supplies contract, total $1,000,000 (no increase)
• Fiscal Impact Statement for amendment to Chapter 31 adding a Healthcare Facilities Buffer Zone
• Fiscal Impact Statement for amendment to Chapter 17 – Procurement Purchasing Ordinance
• NEZ certificate application for a new 10‑unit apartment building at 1530 Bagley in the Corktown Neighborhood Enterprise Zone

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee recommended approval for a grant management software extension, ARPA office supplies, and a PILOT for Plymouth Square Village. The committee also recommended a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for a 10-unit apartment building in Corktown.

• Recommended approval of $167,150 increase for Carahsoft Technology Corp grant software contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of time extension for Arrow Office Supply Co. ARPA contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Plymouth Square Preservation Limited Dividend Association (2-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificate for 10-unit apartment building at 1530 Bagley (2-0)
• Received and filed reports on Procurement Ordinance fiscal impact and Rafaeli LLC v Oakland County effects (2-0)
• Requested fiscal impact study on proposed Animal Keeping Ordinance, assigned to CFO (2-0)
• Tabled Local Option Sales Tax Report and Procurement Purchasing Ordinance reports (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The council will review several contract amendments and funding increases, including a $14,970,620.11 security services contract for the 36th District Court and a $450,000 park restoration contract for Elmwood Central Park. It will also consider a $167,150 increase to the Grant Management Software contract and settlements of lawsuits totaling $86,000. Additionally, fiscal impact statements for a healthcare buffer‑zone amendment, a procurement ordinance amendment, and a PILOT ordinance amendment will be examined.

• Contract 6006544 – $14,970,620.11 for armed and unarmed security services at 36th District Court
• Contract 6006667 – $450,000 for site restoration and improvements to Elmwood Central Park
• Contract 6003428-A1 – $167,150 increase for Grant Management Software (total $448,550)
• Settlement of Julian Cruz v. City of Detroit – $80,000 payment
• Fiscal impact statement for amendment to Chapter 31 (Healthcare Facilities Buffer Zone)

The Detroit City Council approved amendments to the city code for Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for housing developments, and approved changes to rental housing regulations. It also approved several contracts, including a $14.97M security services contract for the 36th District Court, and multiple lawsuit settlements. Several items were postponed, including the outdoor dining streatery ordinance and a demolition contract.

• Approved PILOT ordinance amendment for fast track and workforce housing (8-0)
• Approved rental housing code amendments to improve oversight (7-1)
• Approved $14.97M security services contract for 36th District Court (8-0)
• Approved $450,000 settlement in Yarlen Henry lawsuit (8-0)
• Approved $375,000 settlement in Wade Garbie lawsuit (8-0)
• Approved $1.5M increase for Down Payment Assistance Program (8-0)
• Postponed outdoor dining streatery ordinance for one week (8-0)
• Postponed demolition contract for Adamo Demolition (8-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will discuss Detroit Department of Transportation metrics and hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to regulate beekeeping and livestock. The committee also plans to authorize multiple construction and demolition contracts, including emergency demolitions and a senior center renovation.

• Public hearing on ordinance to regulate beekeeping and livestock
• Contract for Mt. Elliott Senior Community Center renovation ($3.6M)
• Contract for Palmer Park Bandshell construction ($3.6M)
• Emergency demolition of 3700 Ellery ($27,725)
• Emergency demolition of 19177 John R ($190,708.82)

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee voted to move a proposed ordinance permitting and regulating animal husbandry and beekeeping in Detroit to formal session. The committee also advanced numerous contracts, including asbestos abatement increases, emergency demolitions, and community violence intervention amendments, to formal session or new business. Several items were received and filed, and a few were tabled for further review.

• Moved animal husbandry and beekeeping ordinance to formal session (2-0)
• Approved $1.63M asbestos abatement contract increase for 3033 Bourke St (2-1)
• Approved $1.11M asbestos abatement contract increase for 3033 Bourke St (2-1)
• Moved $4M airport engineering contract to new business (3-0)
• Moved $3.64M Mt. Elliott Senior Community Center design-build contract to new business (3-0)
• Moved $735K Dodge Fountain maintenance contract to formal session (3-0)
• Moved 8 emergency demolition contracts to formal session (various votes)
• Tabled 4 community violence intervention contract amendments for 1 week (2-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold public hearings on several commercial certificates and redevelopment districts. The body is also considering zoning amendments for child care facilities and landscaping requirements, as well as two ARPA-funded contract increases.

• Proposed zoning amendment to expand permissibility and revise parking for child care centers and family day care homes
• Public hearings for commercial certificates/districts at 3445 Russell St, 1435 Randolph, 9602/9636 E. Jefferson, and 2930 E. Jefferson
• Proposed sale of 222 Gratiot and 1255 Broadway to PMB Holdings LLC for $236,800.00
• Contract increase of $1,500,000 for National Faith Homebuyers (Down Payment Assistance Program)
• Contract increase of $200,000 for SP Grace, LLC (Neighborhood Opportunities Funds Programs)

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee held public hearings and voted 3-0 to recommend approval of four tax incentive requests: a Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate for Eastern Market Development Corporation at 3445 Russell St, a Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Randolph Centre 2020 LLC at 1435 Randolph, and Commercial Redevelopment Districts for Little Village Marina LLC (9602/9636 E. Jefferson) and 2930 E Jefferson LLC (2930 E Jefferson Ave). The committee also recommended approval of several contract amendments and brownfield plan abolishments, and tabled or deferred multiple items for further review.

• Recommended approval of Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate for Eastern Market Development Corp at 3445 Russell St (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for Randolph Centre 2020 LLC at 1435 Randolph (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Commercial Redevelopment District for Little Village Marina LLC at 9602/9636 E. Jefferson (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Commercial Redevelopment District for 2930 E Jefferson LLC at 2930 E Jefferson Ave (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $200,000 increase for SP Grace LLC contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.5M increase for National Faith Homebuyers contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 10 brownfield plan abolishments (3-0 each)
• Tabled community land trust policy and other items for future meetings

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will discuss several pending items, including a resolution on a Residential Parking Permit Area at Northern Brush Park and the acceptance of a $1,000,000 Jefferson Chalmers Flood Prevention Grant. It will also review multiple contract authorizations, such as a $120,000 supply contract for recreation centers, a $6,007,481 contract for ambulance remounts, and a $582,030 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant. Additionally, the committee will consider a request to seek state approval for converting three city parks to non‑recreational uses.

• Resolution for Residential Parking Permit Area (Northern Brush Park) covering Woodward, Watson, Erskine, Eliot, Brush, and John R streets.
• Acceptance and appropriation of the $1,000,000 FY 2024 Jefferson Chalmers Flood Prevention Grant.
• Contract No. 6006697 – $120,000 for program supplies for recreation centers (S & S Worldwide, Inc.).
• Contract No. 6006666 – $6,007,481 for ambulance remounts (MacQueen Equipment, LLC).
• Request to accept and appropriate the $582,030 FY 2024 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant.

The committee voted to send five contracts totaling over $10.1 million to formal session with approval recommendations, covering recreation supplies, tree services, and ambulance remounts. It also advanced a $582,030 federal energy grant and delayed action on a $1M flood prevention grant and a park conversion request for further review. The ambulance contract was approved 2-1 with one objection.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (3-0)
• Sent $120,000 recreation supplies contract to formal session (3-0)
• Sent $1M tree removal contract to formal session (3-0)
• Sent $2M tree removal contract to formal session (3-0)
• Sent $1M tree removal contract to formal session (3-0)
• Sent $6,007,481 ambulance remount contract to formal session (2-1, Whitfield-Calloway objected)
• Requested review of ARPA funding for ambulance vehicles (3-0)
• Sent $582,030 energy efficiency grant to formal session (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will consider approvals for several civil lawsuit settlements, including payments of $450,000, $375,000, $65,000 and other amounts. It will also review a $100,000 increase to Contract No. 6004656 for pre‑litigation services related to the Detroit City Airport. A proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 23 of the Detroit City Code (Human Rights) to expand the definition of “race” will be presented for a public hearing. Additional items include reappointments to the Board of Review and a quarterly report from the Office of the Inspector General.

• Settlement of Yarlen Henry lawsuit – $450,000 payment
• Settlement of Wade Garbie lawsuit – $375,000 payment
• Settlement of Marquitta Stanton lawsuit – $65,000 payment
• Contract No. 6004656 amendment – $100,000 increase for pre‑litigation services
• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 23 (Human Rights) to expand definition of “race”

The Internal Operations Standing Committee voted to send several items to the formal session agenda with a recommendation to approve, including reappointments to the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and Board of Review, multiple lawsuit settlements totaling over $1.1 million, and a $100,000 contract increase for condemnation services. The committee also received and filed two memoranda and tabled or deferred several other items for further review.

• Approved minutes of October 16, 2024 (2-0)
• Sent Sonya Mays reappointment to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent Marcus Twyman reappointment to Board of Review (District 2) to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent Teresa Dubose reappointment to Board of Review (District 4) to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent $450,000 settlement in Yarlen Henry v City of Detroit to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent $375,000 settlement in Wade Garbie v City of Detroit to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent $65,000 settlement in Marquitta Stanton v City of Detroit to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent $100,000 contract increase for Aloia & Associates to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will hold a public hearing on a resolution to approve tax‑exempt housing revenue bonds issued by the public finance authority of Wisconsin for acquiring and improving rental housing in Detroit. The committee will also review reports from the Auditor General, the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, and the Office of the City Clerk, and consider several new business items including ordinance revisions and property‑exemption updates.

• Resolution for issuance of tax‑exempt housing revenue bonds (public finance authority of Wisconsin)
• Revised ordinance to amend Chapter 17 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Finance, Article V (Purchasing and Supplies)
• Amended 2024 Homeowners Property Exemption (HOPE) guidelines
• Fiscal impact statements for misdemeanor ordinance amendment and rental reform ordinance amendment
• Application for Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates for 23 new condominium units in Pullman Parc

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee voted to send a resolution supporting Wisconsin housing revenue bonds and a revised purchasing ordinance to the formal city council. The committee also advanced 2024 and 2025 Homeowner Property Exemption guidelines, recommended approval for 23 Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates, and received and filed several financial and audit reports.

• Approved sending housing revenue bonds resolution to formal with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Received and filed Plante Moran 2024 External Pre-Audit Presentation (2-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on Payment In Lieu Of Taxes Ordinance questions (3-0)
• Sent revised purchasing ordinance to formal for introduction and public hearing (2-0)
• Sent 2024 Homeowners Property Exemption statutory amendment to formal for public hearing (3-0)
• Sent 2025 HOPE Policy and Guidelines to formal for public hearing (3-0)
• Received and filed Monthly Financial Report for August 31, 2024 (2-0)
• Recommended approval for 23 Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates in Pullman Parc (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will conduct roll call, approve the previous session's journal, and consider several budget and finance items, including updates to the Homeowners Property Exemption and fiscal impact statements for ordinance amendments. The council will also review multiple ARPA‑funded contract amendments that increase funding for community violence‑intervention services, as well as a proposed amendment to the Human Rights ordinance to expand the definition of race. Additional items include NEZ condominium applications, a vacant‑house‑tax report request, and various contracts for tree services and park use conversions.

• ARPA contract amendments for violence‑reduction services across five contractors, total $7,825,000
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 23 of the City Code to expand the definition of “race” under the Crown Act
• Fiscal impact statements for amendments to the Misdemeanor Ordinance and the Rental Ordinance
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate applications for 23 new condominium units in Pullman Parc
• Council request for a report on a proposed Vacant House Tax (VHT)

The Detroit City Council approved a $9.1 million contract with Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency for housing instability services, and approved multiple other contracts, settlements, and property sales. The council postponed a proposed ordinance to overhaul rental housing regulations and a PILOT ordinance amendment, sending both back for further review. Numerous items were referred to standing committees for future consideration.

• Approved $9,129,278 contract for housing instability services (7-1)
• Postponed rental housing ordinance overhaul 1 week (6-1)
• Postponed Payment in Lieu of Taxes ordinance amendment 1 week (7-1)
• Approved $3.5M citywide long-term disability insurance contract (8-0)
• Approved three PILOT agreements for housing developments (8-0 each)
• Approved 13 secondary street name designations (9-0)
• Approved $1.68M police ammunition contract (6-1)
• Approved $3.48M Rogell Park restoration contract (7-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee is conducting a continued public hearing on an ordinance to increase oversight and quality of rental housing. The body is also reviewing several emergency demolition contracts and a proposal to prohibit pet shops from selling dogs and cats.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 8 of the City Code regarding rental property registration, inspections, and tenant escrow
• Proposed ordinance to prohibit the sale of dogs and cats by pet shops
• Contract No. 6006583 for Detroit Police Department ammunition from Vance Outdoors, Inc. for $1,682,978.00
• Contract No. 6006748 for abatement of commercial structures with Homrich Wrecking, Inc. for $565,400.00
• Resolution to rename the 8th Precinct Annex to the 'James E. Tate, Jr. Annex at the 8th Precinct'

The committee recommended approval of an amended ordinance to increase oversight of rental housing and a new ordinance regulating outdoor dining 'streateries'. It also recommended several emergency demolition contracts and approved various public health and safety grants.

• Recommended approval of amended rental housing oversight ordinance (3-0)
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining 'streateries' ordinance (2-0)
• Recommended $1.68M ammunition contract for Detroit Police Department (3-0)
• Recommended $1.68M ammunition contract for Detroit Police Department (2-0)
• Recommended $1M environmental due diligence contracts for four firms (3-0)
• Recommended $200K and $400K medical vending machine contracts (2-0)
• Recommended $156,026 Auto Theft Prevention Authority Grant (2-0)
• Concurred with BSEED recommendations for dangerous buildings demolitions (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will discuss a resolution for a public hearing on residential parking permit zones in the Northern Brush Park area. It will receive a status report on the $2.5 M Merrill Fountain restoration project at Palmer Park and consider accepting a $1,000,000 Jefferson Chalmers Flood Prevention Grant. Several contract authorizations will be reviewed, including a $3,478,876.51 contract to restore and improve Rogell Park.

• Resolution for RPPA public hearing on Northern Brush Park residential parking permit zones
• Status report request for Merrill Fountain Restoration (City approved $2.5 M in April 2024)
• Acceptance and appropriation of FY 2024 Jefferson Chalmers Flood Prevention Grant ($1,000,000)
• Authorization of contract No. 6006684 for Rogell Park restoration ($3,478,876.51)
• Authorization of contract No. 3078402 for multi‑purpose mini sweepers ($601,500)

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted unanimously to send 16 contracts and 3 event petitions to the formal City Council session with a recommendation to approve. The committee also discussed a proposed residential parking permit zone, requesting it be brought back in one week, and received and filed several status reports. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved minutes of October 3, 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of America's Thanksgiving Parade petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Fall Fest at Farewell Recreation Center petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Scarefest at Palmer Park petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 16 contracts including pest control, tree removal, and park restoration (3-0 each)
• Tabled residential parking permit zone discussion, to be brought back in 1 week (3-0)
• Received and filed Merrill Fountain Restoration status report (3-0)
• Received and filed Hart Plaza and Jazz Festival restroom cleanliness reports (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will approve minutes from previous meetings, hear public comments, and receive status updates on several ongoing items. It will consider a $9,129,278 ARPA‑funded housing assistance contract, a $100,000 emergency shelter contract, a $7,000 property sale, and rezoning requests including a change at 6181 Cadieux Rd and a Motown Museum mixed‑use rezoning. The committee will also review a proposed ordinance to exempt city‑owned solar generation stations from certain zoning rules.

• Contract No. 6006579 – $9,129,278 ARPA‑funded housing assistance services (Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency)
• Contract No. 6006537 – $100,000 temporary emergency shelter services (Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries)
• Sale of city‑owned property at 2980 West Warren for $7,000 to purchaser Jamel Ali
• Rezoning request for 6181 Cadieux Rd to change from P1/B2 to B4 General Business District
• Motown Museum rezoning proposal to convert several parcels on Ferry Park and West Grand Boulevard to SD2 Mixed‑Use district

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee voted to send several items to the full City Council with recommendations to approve, including a zoning change to allow the Motown Museum expansion, a solar generation station ordinance, and a $9,129,278 contract for housing instability services. The committee also advanced multiple property sales and brownfield plan abolishments. Several items were tabled for further review, including a zoning request for 6181 Cadieux Rd. and a childcare zoning amendment.

• Approved sending Motown Museum zoning change to formal (2-0)
• Approved sending solar generation station ordinance to formal (2-0)
• Approved $9,129,278 housing services contract to formal (2-0)
• Approved $500,000 HUD Choice Neighborhoods grant to formal (2-0)
• Approved $748,000 Joe Louis Greenway home repair grant to formal (2-0)
• Approved 12 brownfield plan abolishments to formal (2-0)
• Tabled 6181 Cadieux Rd. zoning request for 3 weeks (3-0)
• Tabled childcare zoning amendment for 1 week (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is considering amendments to the city code regarding Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for workforce housing. The body will also review a pre-audit presentation from Plante Moran and several new contract and tax incentive requests.

• Public hearing to amend Chapter 44 of the Detroit City Code regarding fast-track and workforce housing PILOT provisions
• Proposed $3,500,000 contract with Standard Insurance Company for citywide long term disability insurance
• PILOT requests for Minock Park Place, Claridge Apartments/HUB Community Building, and Breton Hall Apartments
• NEZ certificate application for a new single-family house at 926 West Willis
• Discussion of Plante Moran 2024 External Pre-Audit Presentation

The committee voted to send an amended PILOT ordinance to formal session, and approved moving three housing PILOT agreements (Minock Park Place, Claridge Apartments, Breton Hall Apartments) to formal session. It also advanced a $3.5M disability insurance contract and a NEZ certificate for a new home at 926 W. Willis. Several items were tabled for further review, and two reports were received and filed.

• Moved amended PILOT ordinance to formal session (3-0)
• Approved $3.5M disability insurance contract with Standard Insurance Company (3-0)
• Approved PILOT for Minock Park Place senior housing (2-0)
• Approved PILOT for Claridge Apartments and HUB Community Building (3-0)
• Approved PILOT for Breton Hall Apartments (3-0)
• Approved NEZ certificate for new house at 926 W. Willis (3-0)
• Tabled Plante Moran pre-audit presentation for 1 week (3-0)
• Received and filed LPD report on contract amendments (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is interviewing candidates for the Board of Review and reviewing several city contracts. The body is also considering multiple legal settlements and indemnification requests for city employees.

• Emergency contract for The Allen Lewis Agency LLC for voter awareness media strategy: $688,771.00
• Settlement for Yarlen Henry v City of Detroit: $450,000.00
• Settlement for Wade Garbie v City of Detroit: $375,000.00
• Contract for ABM Parking Services for 24 Law Department parking spaces at 1902 St. Antoine: $40,320.00
• Contract increase for Aloia & Associates, P.C. for Detroit City Airport condemnation matters: $100,000.00

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended approval of Jannina Pena's reappointment to the Board of Review (District 6) and forwarded it to the formal session. Several other items were tabled or brought back for further review, including a $450,000 settlement in Yarlen Henry v City of Detroit and a $375,000 settlement in Wade Garbie v City of Detroit. The committee also approved sending multiple legal settlements and a parking contract to the formal session with a recommendation to approve.

• Recommended approval of Jannina Pena's reappointment to Board of Review District 6 (3-0)
• Approved $40,320 parking contract with ABM Parking Services for Law Department attorneys (3-0)
• Approved $70,000 contract amendment with Foster Swift Collins & Smith for litigation services (2-0)
• Approved $80,000 settlement in Pipkins v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Approved $24,500 settlement in Pitchford-Bey v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Approved $4,500 settlement in Miller v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Approved $12,500 settlement in Al Haj-Ahmad v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Approved $125,083.12 settlement in Henderson v City of Detroit (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will vote on extending a litigation services contract with a $70,000 increase, bringing its total to $160,000. It will also consider a $100,000 policy and compliance consulting contract and several settlement payments totaling $141,983.12. Additional items include a $184,425.04 pest‑control contract, a $2.5 million basketball‑court renovation extension, and the abolition of multiple brownfield redevelopment plans. A request to set the Airport Director salary range at $107,542‑$176,631 will also be reviewed.

• Extend litigation services contract (Contract 6005896-A1) with $70,000 increase, total $160,000
• Approve $100,000 policy and compliance consulting contract (Contract 6006394) with Banks & Company
• Settlement payments: $125,083.12 to Crystal Henderson (DOT), $12,500 to Houssein Al Haj‑Ahmad, $4,500 to Yehuda Miller
• Approve $184,425.04 pest control contract with Catlin Enterprises, LLC
• Abolish multiple brownfield redevelopment plans (e.g., 571 Monroe, Cass Plaza, Charlotte Apartments, etc.)

The Detroit City Council approved several contracts and ordinances during its formal session. The most significant action was approving a $1,456,290.82 ARPA-funded contract for alley infrastructure improvements to support various affordable housing projects. The council also approved multiple towing service contract increases, several emergency demolition contracts, and introduced an ordinance to regulate animal husbandry and beekeeping, setting a public hearing for October 28, 2024. A proposed noise ordinance amendment was postponed for one week.

• Approved $1,456,290.82 alley infrastructure contract for affordable housing (9-0)
• Approved $3,630,000 contract for heavy-duty engine lubricating oils (9-0)
• Approved $301,945 increase for Bobby's T.C.B. Towing contract (8-1)
• Approved $303,495 increase for Troy's Towing contract (7-2)
• Approved $161,685 increase for 7 D'S Towing contract (7-2)
• Approved $186,766 increase for Wayne's Service towing contract (8-1)
• Introduced animal husbandry and beekeeping ordinance; public hearing set for Oct 28 (9-0)
• Postponed noise ordinance amendment for one week (9-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council is reviewing several contract authorizations, legal settlements, and reports. Key items include a proposed rezoning to allow for the expansion of the Motown Museum and various emergency demolition contracts.

• Proposed rezoning of properties on Ferry Park and West Grand Boulevard to SD2 Mixed Use for Motown Museum expansion
• Lawsuit settlements for Yarlen Henry ($450,000.00) and Wade Garbie ($375,000.00)
• Contract for Rogell Park restoration and improvements with Major Contracting Group, Inc. for $3,478,876.51
• Pest control services contract with Pronto Pest Management, Inc. for $1,628,576.00
• Freeway trash removal contracts with Motor City Preservation, LLC and Fontenot Services, LLC for $1,500,000.00 each

The Detroit City Council approved several contracts, including a labor agreement with SEIU Local 517M and funding for the Fisher 21 Lofts project. Council members also approved various appointments and authorized the submission of multiple grant applications. Numerous other items, including zoning amendments and additional service contracts, were referred to standing committees for further review.

• Approved 2023-2027 labor agreement with SEIU Local 517M (9-0)
• Approved $6.9M ARPA award for Fisher 21 Lofts (9-0)
• Approved $1.05M equipment rental contract with United Rentals (8-1)
• Approved $4.8M heavy vehicle rental contract amendment with Herc Rentals (9-0)
• Appointed Hassan Beydoun to Downtown Detroit Improvement BIZ (7-2)
• Approved $20M EPA grant application for community changes (9-0)
• Approved zoning amendment introduction for Motown Museum expansion (9-0)
• Postponed towing service contract amendments (9-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will conduct two public hearings: one on a non‑motor vehicle noise ordinance and another on a sweeping amendment to the rental‑housing provisions of Chapter 8 of the 2019 Detroit City Code. The meeting will also review several unfinished‑business items, including signage requests, emergency demolition contracts, and a pet‑shop ordinance draft. New business consists of authorizations for multiple contracts covering air‑quality monitoring, demolition, towing services, and alley‑infrastructure improvements.

• Public hearing on Proposed Ordinance on Non Motor Vehicle Noise – amendment to Chapter 16, Detroit City Code to extend permissible hours for non‑motor vehicle noise.
• Public hearing on Proposed Ordinance on Rental Housing – amendment to Chapter 8, Detroit City Code covering definitions, fees, certificates, lead inspections, and enforcement provisions.
• Contract 3076383: $56,000 emergency demolition of residential property at 4340 Milford (contractor Homrich Wrecking, Inc., location 3033 Bourke Street).
• Contract 6006517: $79,812 for an Environmental Air Quality Data Acquisition System (contractor Dr Das LTD, location 194 Clouse Lane, Grandville, OH).
• Contract 6006567: $1,456,290.82 for alley infrastructure improvements to support affordable‑housing projects (contractor JB Contractors, Inc., location 2933 Military St.).

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee approved moving several contracts for emergency demolition, environmental data systems, and police towing services to the formal session. The committee also held public hearings on noise ordinances and rental property regulations, and issued demolition orders for numerous dangerous buildings across the city.

• Approved moving noise ordinance amendment to formal session (3-0)
• Tabled rental property ordinance for two weeks (3-0)
• Approved moving three emergency demolition contracts to formal session (3-0)
• Tabled pet shop dog/cat sales ban for two weeks (3-0)
• Approved moving environmental data system contract to formal session (3-0)
• Approved moving police towing services contract to formal session (3-0)
• Ordered demolition for 24 properties identified as dangerous buildings
• Returned 14 properties to BSEED for further review

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is considering several grant appropriations and service contracts. The body is also reviewing multiple petitions for public events and reports on city facility maintenance.

• Request to accept $1.3 million FY 2023 Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Grant for a $2.6 million total project
• Request to accept $1 million FY 2024 Jefferson Chalmers Flooding Prevention Grant
• Contract for forklift maintenance and repair with Bell Fork Lift, Inc. for $240,000
• ARPA-funded beneficiary agreement with Gamma Lambda Community Development Corporation for $200,000
• Lease extension for Lipke Recreation Center with S.A.Y. Detroit, Inc. through May 26, 2050

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted to recommend approval of six event petitions, including Grace Community Church's Trunk-or-Treat and NAACP's Party at the Polls, and four contracts, including a lease extension for Lipke Recreation Center. It also brought back several items for further review, including the Jefferson Chalmers Flooding Prevention Grant and a status report on the Merrill Fountain Restoration Project. The committee removed a request for a report on portable toilet maintenance from the agenda.

• Approved minutes of September 19, 2024 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Grace Community Church Trunk-or-Treat petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of North Corktown Neighborhood Association housing showcase petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of NAACP Detroit Branch Party at the Polls petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Downtown Detroit Winter Parks petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Bedrock Detroit winter streetscapes petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Get Out The Vote Block Party petition (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 4 contracts including Lipke Recreation Center lease extension (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hear public comments on two rehabilitation certificates for 825 Palmer, LLC (5700 Woodward) and Ultreia, LLC (16131 E. Warren Ave). The committee will discuss a Detroit Land Bank Authority Q4 FY2023 report and unfinished business items, including a request to apply for a $20,000,000 EPA Community Change grant and approval of $6,900,000 ARPA funding for the Fisher 21 Lofts project. New business includes contract amendments increasing funding for a housing resource website and the Emergency Rental Assistance Program.

• Approve Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate for 825 Palmer, LLC at 5700 Woodward (Petition #2024-032)
• Approve Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for Ultreia, LLC at 16131 E. Warren Ave (Petition #2024-154)
• Authorize submission of a $20,000,000 grant application to the EPA Community Change Grants Program
• Approve $6,900,000 ARPA funding for Fisher 21 Lofts ($6,900,000) at 6051 Hastings (433 units, 63 affordable)
• Amend Contract 6004032-A2 to increase funds by $448,100 for Housing Resource Website and Contract 6003722-A3 to increase funds by $615,000 for Emergency Rental Assistance Program

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee advanced multiple items to the formal session with recommendations to approve, including a $20 million EPA grant application, $6.9 million in ARPA funding for Fisher 21 Lofts, and various commercial and property rehabilitation certificates. The committee also recommended approval for contract amendments involving Exygy, Inc. and the United Community Housing Coalition. Several items, including zoning amendments and a property sale, were tabled or brought back to committee for further review.

• Recommended approval for 5700 Woodward Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate (3-0)
• Recommended approval for 16131 E. Warren Street Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate (3-0)
• Recommended approval for $20,000,000 EPA grant application for Inflation Reduction Act Community Change Grants Program (3-0)
• Recommended approval for $6,900,000 ARPA award for Fisher 21 Lofts at 6051 Hastings (3-0)
• Tabled zoning amendment for day care uses for two weeks (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Contract No. 6004032-A2 with Exygy, Inc. for a $448,100 increase and time extension (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Contract No. 6003722-A3 with United Community Housing Coalition for a $615,000 increase (3-0)
• Tabled property sale of 2980 West Warren for two weeks (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will review the status of several city contracts and legal representations, and consider new authorizations including a $2 million increase to a litigation services contract. It will also consider a $100,000 increase for pre‑litigation services tied to the Detroit City Airport, approve multiple settlement payments, and address an appointment to the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone. Additional items include a donation of conference chairs and a labor‑agreement implementation.

• Contract No. 6003505‑A5 – $2,000,000 increase for litigation services (Nathan & Kamionski, LLP) covering June 30 2023‑Dec 31 2025
• Contract No. 6004656 – $100,000 increase for pre‑litigation services related to Detroit City Airport (Aloia & Associates, P.C.)
• Settlement payment of $50,000 to Tommy Watkins in lawsuit against the City of Detroit
• Appointment of Hassan Beydoun to the Downtown Detroit Business Improvement Zone (effective immediately, expires 4/14/2034)
• Donation of 28 conference room chairs valued at $2,800 from the Third Judicial Circuit of Michigan

The Internal Operations Standing Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of the 2023-2027 labor agreement with SEIU Local 517M, several legal settlements, and appointments, sending them to the formal session. It also tabled or deferred several contract amendments and legal representation items for further review. The committee approved minutes from the previous meeting and received a report on campaign finance disclosure.

• Approved minutes of September 25, 2024 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of SEIU Local 517M labor agreement (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $50,000 settlement in Tommy Watkins lawsuit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $42,500 settlement in Sheritha Gary lawsuit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $7,500 settlement in Betty Allen lawsuit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Hassan Beydoun appointment to BIZ (3-0)
• Tabled $2M contract amendment for reverse conviction litigation (3-0)
• Tabled parking contract for Law Department attorneys (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will review the July 2024 monthly financial report and September 2024 revenue estimating conference updates. It will consider two contract authorizations: an amendment adding $1,400,000 to the Herc Rentals heavy‑duty vehicle rental contract (total $4,802,540) and a $1,050,000 equipment‑rental agreement with United Rentals. The committee will also receive memoranda on a Local Option Sales Tax study and a request for a report on outstanding budget allocations.

• Contract No. 6006411‑A1 – $1,400,000 increase for heavy‑duty vehicle rental (total $4,802,540) with Herc Rentals, 29125 Smith Road, Romulus, MI, five‑year period starting June 30 2024.
• Contract No. 6006573 – $1,050,000 equipment‑rental agreement with United Rentals, 3575 East Palmer Avenue, Detroit, MI, three‑year period pending council approval.
• July 31 2024 Monthly Financial Report from the Office of the Chief Financial Officer.
• September 2024 Revenue Estimating Conference reports establishing the city’s revenue forecast.
• Memorandum on Local Option Sales Tax Study submitted by Council Member Latisha Johnson.

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee voted to send two equipment rental contracts to formal City Council with a recommendation to approve: a $1.4 million increase to the Herc Rentals contract (total $4,802,540) and a new $1,050,000 United Rentals contract. The committee also received and filed the July 2024 monthly financial report and the September 2024 Revenue Estimating Conference report, and assigned two council member requests for further study.

• Sent Herc Rentals contract amendment (increase of $1,400,000, total $4,802,540) to formal with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent United Rentals equipment rental contract ($1,050,000) to formal with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Received and filed July 2024 monthly financial report (2-0)
• Received and filed September 2024 Revenue Estimating Conference report (2-0)
• Brought back PILOT ordinance questions memorandum in two weeks (2-0)
• Assigned Local Option Sales Tax report to OFCO and LPD, bring back in four weeks (3-0)
• Assigned outstanding budget allocations report request to Office of Budget and LPD, bring back in five weeks (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will review several contract authorizations, including a $1.4 M increase to a $4.8 M heavy‑duty vehicle rental agreement with Herc Rentals. Other items include a $1.05 M equipment‑rental contract with United Rentals, a $50,000 settlement of the Tommy Watkins lawsuit, and funding adjustments for a housing‑resource website and alley‑infrastructure improvements. The council will also receive legal and ethics reports and a resolution supporting the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

• Contract 6006411-A1 – $1,400,000 increase (total $4,802,540) for heavy‑duty vehicle rental, contractor Herc Rentals, Romulus, MI
• Contract 6006573 – $1,050,000 total for equipment rental via Sourcewell, contractor United Rentals, Detroit, MI
• Settlement in Tommy Watkins v. City of Detroit – $50,000 full payment to plaintiff
• Contract 6004032-A2 – $448,100 increase (total $2,262,400) for Housing Resource Website, contractor Exygy, Inc.
• Contract 6006567 – $1,456,290.82 for alley infrastructure improvements supporting affordable housing projects, contractor JB Contractors, Inc.

The Detroit City Council approved an ordinance creating an 8-foot personal bubble zone and a 15-foot buffer zone at healthcare facilities, with a final vote of 8-1. The council also approved numerous contracts, settlements, and property transfers, and referred several items to standing committees.

• Approved healthcare facility buffer zone ordinance (8-1)
• Approved $8.5M settlement in Lamarr Monson lawsuit (9-0)
• Approved $2.75M contract for demolition of 85 residential properties (7-2)
• Approved $21.15M grant application for EV charging infrastructure (9-0)
• Approved $1.33M contract with CoherentRx for health services (8-1)
• Approved $3M contract with Southeastern Michigan Health Association (9-0)
• Approved $650K Uber Health ride-sharing contract (9-0)
• Postponed towing fee resolution for 1 week (8-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance creating eight‑foot personal bubble zones and fifteen‑foot buffer zones around healthcare facilities. The committee will also consider a series of contract authorizations for blight remediation, emergency demolitions, health program administration, and police towing services. Unfinished business includes a pet‑shop ordinance draft and various memoranda from council members.

• Public hearing – Proposed ordinance adding Article XIV to Chapter 31 (8‑ft personal bubble, 15‑ft buffer zones) at healthcare facilities
• Contract No. 6003852‑A2 – ATC Group Services, $1,375,000 for blight environmental supportive services (extension through March 30 2025)
• Contract No. 3073044 – Homrich Wrecking, $63,400 for emergency demolition of commercial property at 7010 W Warren
• Contract No. 6006497 – Southeastern Michigan Health Association, $3,000,000 for fiduciary services to administer public‑health programs
• Contract No. 6004598‑A1 – Bobby’s T.C.B. Towing Service, $301,945 increase for police‑authorized towing (total $489,445)

The committee voted unanimously to send the healthcare facility buffer zone ordinance to formal session with a recommendation to approve. It also recommended approval of multiple contracts, including a $16.75M water system improvement project and a $2.75M demolition contract for solar array sites, the latter passing 2-1. Several items were tabled or referred for further review.

• Sent healthcare facility buffer zone ordinance to formal session (3-0)
• Approved $16,752,023 water system improvements contract (3-0)
• Approved $2,750,000 demolition contract for solar array sites (2-1)
• Approved $11,564,000 engineering services contract (3-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 fiduciary services contract (3-0)
• Approved $650,000 Uber Health ride-sharing contract (3-0)
• Approved $400,000 police uniforms contract (2-0)
• Approved $21,150,000 grant application for charging infrastructure (2-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee is reviewing several high-value contracts and grant applications. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone in North Corktown.

• Public hearing for a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone in North Corktown (Petition 2024-235)
• Contract for Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency for housing instability resources: $9,129,278.00
• ARPA funding award for Fisher 21 Lofts adaptive reuse project at 6051 Hastings: $6,900,000.00
• Grant application to the EPA for Inflation Reduction Act Community Change Grants: $20,000,000.00
• Contract for SmithGroup, Inc. for Master Plan of Policies Equity & Resiliency Integration Planning Study: $500,000.00

The committee recommended approval of a $500,000 contract with SmithGroup for a Master Plan of Policies Equity & Resiliency Integration Planning Study, sending it to the formal session. It also recommended approval of several property sales and transfers, including 3907 Canton, 12618-12630 Mark Twain, and 21 parcels to Parks and Recreation. Other items were tabled or brought back for further review, including a $9.1M housing assistance contract and a $6.9M ARPA award for Fisher 21 Lofts.

• Recommended approval of $500K SmithGroup planning study contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of property sale at 3907 Canton for $2,950 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of property sale at 12618-12630 Mark Twain for $33,000 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of transfer of 21 parcels to Parks and Recreation (3-0)
• Recommended approval of MDOT temporary construction easement at 5995 Hurlbut for $500 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of transfer of 13189 French Road to Airport Department (3-0, pending info)
• Tabled $9.1M Wayne Metro housing assistance contract for 3 weeks (3-0)
• Tabled $6.9M ARPA award for Fisher 21 Lofts for 1 week (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is reviewing several legal settlements and city contracts. The body is also conducting interviews for appointments to the Board of Review and the Tenants Rights Commission.

• Proposed $8,500,000 settlement for Lamarr Monson v. Joan Ghougoian et al.
• Proposed $275,000 settlements for Sashae Antoinette Hutchins and Troy D. McNeary
• Contract for WEX Health, Inc. for employee benefit administration services totaling $654,000
• Contract for Magnit Quick, LLC for background screening services totaling $110,000
• Contract increase of $100,000 for Aloia & Associates, P.C. regarding Detroit City Airport condemnation matters

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended approval of an $8.5 million settlement for Lamarr Monson's lawsuit against the police, along with several other settlements and contracts. It also advanced appointments to the Board of Review and Tenants Rights Commission, and requested reports on reverse conviction lawsuits and related issues.

• Recommended approval of $8.5M settlement in Lamarr Monson v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $275,000 settlement in Hutchins v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $275,000 settlement in McNeary v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $180,000 settlement in Thomas Haas v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $109,000 settlement in Donnita Cleveland v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $654,000 contract with WEX Health for benefits administration (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Dr. LaToshia Patman for Board of Review (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Tenesa Sanders for Tenants Rights Commission pending remaining interviews (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will review unfinished business items, including a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for a 4‑unit building at 5122 W. Chicago. New business includes a contract amendment for Guidehouse, Inc. (total contract $6,288,790) and a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 44 of the Detroit City Code to create fast‑track and workforce‑housing tax provisions. The committee will also receive financial reports, a revenue‑estimating conference update, and a report on marijuana excise tax revenues.

• NEZ certificate application for rehabilitation of a 4‑unit building at 5122 W. Chicago
• Contract No. 6003729‑A4 amendment for Guidehouse, Inc., total amount $6,288,790
• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 44 (Taxation) for fast‑track and workforce housing provisions
• Monthly Financial Report for the period ending July 31, 2024
• Report on Detroit’s 10% share of marijuana excise tax revenues

The committee voted unanimously to move a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate application for the rehabilitation of a 4-unit building at 5122 W. Chicago to formal session. It also advanced a contract amendment for FEMA disaster recovery services and a proposed ordinance on fast track and workforce housing PILOTs. Several memoranda were received and filed or assigned for further review.

• Moved NEZ certificate application for 5122 W. Chicago to formal session (3-0)
• Moved Contract No. 6003729-A4 amendment (Guidehouse, Inc.) to formal session with correction letter (3-0)
• Moved proposed ordinance amending Chapter 44 (PILOT) to formal session for introduction and public hearing (3-0)
• Received and filed report on Marijuana Excise Tax Revenues (3-0)
• Received and filed cost-benefit analysis on large events (3-0)
• Assigned procurement ordinance questions to OCFO, bring back in 3 weeks (3-0)
• Assigned PILOT ordinance questions to OCFO, bring back in 1 week (3-0)
• Approved minutes of September 18, 2024 (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will consider several items, including a $11,564,000 contract with AECOM Great Lakes for professional engineering services supporting the Capital Improvement Planning Program. Other agenda items involve a $100,000 contract amendment for pre‑litigation services related to airport condemnation, a DTE underground easement request at Chandler Park, and jurisdiction transfers of city properties. The council will also receive financial reports and discuss various memoranda and petitions.

• Contract No. 6006577 – $11,564,000 for engineering services to support the Capital Improvement Planning Program (AECOM Great Lakes, Inc.)
• Contract No. 6004656 – $100,000 increase for pre‑litigation services for Detroit City Airport condemnation matters (Aloia & Associates, P.C.)
• DTE Electric Company underground easement request for a 10‑foot easement at Chandler Park, 12700 Harper
• Transfer of jurisdiction for 13189 French Road from General Services/DPR to the Detroit City Airport Department
• Emergency demolition contract No. 3073044 – $63,400 for demolition of commercial property at 7010 W Warren

During its formal session on September 24, 2024, the Detroit City Council approved numerous standing committee reports, contracts, legal settlements, zoning amendments, and event permits. The council voted to approve various legal settlements, including an $8,500,000 settlement in the Lamarr Monson v Joan Ghougoian et al case, and denied legal representation and indemnification for former police officer Xhesjan Zaimi and transportation operator Lorengo Watts. Additionally, the council approved zoning amendments for the Renaissance Center Tower 600 and an area near Bagley Avenue, alongside multiple ARPA-funded facility upgrades and grant applications.

• Approved Contract No. 6003545-A7 with Cummings McClorey Davis & Acho, PLC for legal representation (7-1)
• Approved settlement in the lawsuit of Lamarr Monson v Joan Ghougoian et al in the amount of $8,500,000 (referred to committee)
• Denied legal representation and indemnification for former police officer Xhesjan Zaimi (0-8)
• Denied legal representation and indemnification for transportation equipment operator Lorengo Watts (0-8)
• Approved zoning amendment for Renaissance Center Tower 600 at 590 East Jefferson Avenue (9-0)
• Approved zoning revisions for properties near Bagley Avenue to B6 and SD2 classifications (9-0)
• Approved Festival and Event permits including the 'Veterans Day Parade' and 'DDP/D300 Winter Events' (8-0)
• Approved testimonial resolutions for Alfredine Jordan Wiley and Margery R. Watson (8-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will open with roll call, approve minutes, and hear public comments. It will review status updates on signage, abandoned trailers, police ARPA programs, crime‑data requests, and several emergency demolition contracts. In new business, the committee will consider authorizing three contracts, including a $1,330,857.40 health services contract (3077608), a $57,586.70 fiduciary services contract, and an emergency demolition contract for 5818 Dubois.

• Authorize Contract 3077608 – $1,330,857.40 for health services (CoherentRx, Inc.) – 1732 Crooks Road, Troy, MI
• Authorize Contract 3076602 – $57,586.70 for fiduciary services (Black Family Development, Inc.) – 2995 E Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI
• Authorize Contract 3077599 – emergency demolition of commercial property 5818 Dubois, Building 102 with basement backfill (Adamo Demolition Company)
• Review Contract 3076463 – $28,860.00 for emergency demolition of residential property 15010 Sorrento (DMC Consultants, Inc.) – 13500 Foley Street
• Review Contract 3076716 – $285,021.42 for emergency demolition of commercial property 7601 Michigan & CO#1 with basement backfill (Inner City Contracting, LLC) – 18715 Grand River Avenue

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee voted unanimously to recommend approval of several contracts and grants to the full City Council, including a $1,330,857.40 payment to CoherentRx, emergency demolition contracts, and grant acceptances. The committee also received and filed several reports and brought back other items for further review. No final decisions were made; all actions are recommendations to the formal session.

• Recommended approval of $1,330,857.40 payment to CoherentRx (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $57,586.70 fiduciary services contract with Black Family Development (3-0)
• Recommended approval of emergency demolition contracts totaling over $1.1M (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $4,052,746 bus OEM parts contract with Muncie Transit Supply (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,723,974.20 salt contract with Detroit Salt Company (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $178,310 Family Violence Prevention grant increase (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,000,000 Brownfield Redevelopment grant (3-0)
• Recommended approval of two DHS grant applications totaling $424,080 (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing several event petitions and contract amendments for city garage operations. The body is also considering grant applications and donations for sustainability and flood prevention projects.

• Contract increase of $4,833,930.02 for Vitec, LLC for in-house parts at Russell Ferry, Street Maintenance and Fire Apparatus Garages
• Contract increase of $743,162.09 for Kirk’s Automotive, Inc. for Davison Garage parts
• Request to accept $1,000,000.00 FY 2024 Jefferson Chalmers Flooding Prevention Grant
• Request to accept $100,000.00 donation from Carhartt, Inc. for a pilot City Composting Program
• Event petitions for Veterans Day Parade, DDP Winter Events, and 2025 Detroit Music Festival

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted unanimously to send seven event permit petitions and four contract amendments to formal session with a recommendation to approve. It also recommended approval of three grant/donation requests and tabled two restroom cleanliness memos for two weeks. All votes were 3-0.

• Approved sending Veterans Day Parade petition to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending DDP/D300 Winter Events petition to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending Birthing Center Celebration petition to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending 2025 Detroit Music Festival petition to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending UniverSoul Circus petition to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending Turkey Trot petition to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending Making Strides Against Breast Cancer petition to formal session (3-0)
• Approved sending contract amendments for Kirk's Automotive, MacQueen Equipment, Vitec LLC, and Bill Jones Enterprises to formal session (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold public hearings on several zoning changes, including a text amendment to expand permissible child‑care uses and parking requirements across multiple residential districts. It will also consider a zoning map amendment for the Renaissance Center Tower 600 at 590 East Jefferson Avenue to allow major business district uses. Additional items include approval of a property‑rehabilitation certificate for EBE Bethune, LLC and updates on rezoning, historic‑district review, and city property sales.

• Amend Chapter 50 to expand permissible child‑care center, family day‑care, and group day‑care uses and update parking requirements in residential districts.
• Amend Chapter 50 to modify zoning for Renaissance Center Tower 600 (590 East Jefferson Ave) to permit BS Major Business District uses.
• Approve an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for EBE Bethune, LLC at 210 E. Bethune Street under Public Act 146 of 2000.
• Rezoning of the area bounded by Bagley Ave, St. Anne St, West Lafayette Blvd, 16th St, West Fort St, 22nd St, Howard St, and 21st St to B6 General Services District and SD2 Special Development Mixed‑Use District.
• City offers to sell 11642 Van Dyke for $2,370 and 19500 Van Dyke for $14,750.

The committee voted to move several items to formal session, including a zoning change for the Renaissance Center Tower 600 to allow business district uses, an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for 210 E. Bethune Street, and multiple ARPA-funded contracts for accessibility upgrades. It also advanced grant applications for housing and lead hazard reduction, and property sales to DTE Electric. Several items were tabled for further review, and some were received and filed.

• Moved Renaissance Center Tower 600 zoning amendment to formal session (3-0)
• Moved Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for 210 E. Bethune St. to formal session (3-0)
• Moved Ambassador Bridge Plaza expansion approvals to formal session (3-0)
• Moved 12 ARPA-funded accessibility upgrade contracts to formal session (3-0)
• Moved grant applications for Joe Louis Greenway, lead hazard reduction, and housing obstacles to formal session (3-0)
• Moved property sales to DTE Electric (Mark Twain and Lyman) to formal session (3-0)
• Tabled child care zoning amendment for 2 weeks (3-0)
• Removed duplicate Habitat for Humanity property sale from agenda (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will review the City’s June 2024 financial reports and the FY24 Q4 large‑event revenue summary. It will also consider memoranda on fiscal impacts, including a procurement ordinance and a property‑tax incentive for first responders. New business includes a request to approve a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for the rehabilitation of a four‑unit building at 5122 W Chicago.

• NEZ certificate application for rehabilitation of a 4‑unit building at 5122 W Chicago (Nardin Park NEZ)
• Memo on fiscal impact of the Procurement Ordinance
• Ordinance request for property‑tax incentives for first responders
• Office of the Chief Financial Officer June 2024 Monthly Financial Report
• FY24 Q4 Large Event Report covering revenue from events with >1,500 attendees

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee approved the minutes, received and filed the OCFO financial and large events reports, and requested an analysis from the Office of Budget on debt-to-GDP ratios and available jobs per Detroiter. The committee voted to bring back several items in one week, including memoranda on Rafaeli LLC v Oakland County, large events cost-benefit analysis, marijuana excise tax revenues, misdemeanor violation amendments, a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for 5122 W. Chicago, and assigned two items regarding procurement ordinance fiscal impacts and property tax incentives for first responders to the OCFO.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (2-0)
• Requested Office of Budget to produce an analysis regarding debt-to-GDP ratio and jobs available per Detroiter (2-0)
• Received and filed OCFO financial report for the twelve months ended June 30, 2024 (2-0)
• Received and filed OCFO large events report through June 30, 2024 (2-0)
• Brought back report concerning effects of Rafaeli LLC v Oakland County in one week (2-0)
• Brought back cost-benefit analysis concerning large events in one week (2-0)
• Brought back report on Marijuana Excise Tax Revenues in one week (2-0)
• Assigned procurement ordinance fiscal impact and property tax incentives for first responders to OCFO and brought back in one week (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is conducting interviews for board appointments and reviewing several city contracts and legal settlements. The body is considering funding increases for legal representation and new service agreements for the City Clerk and Human Resources.

• Contract for Detroit Legal News for publication and archival services: $2,442,600.00
• Funding increase for Nathan & Kamionski, LLP for reverse conviction lawsuits: $2,000,000.00
• Settlement for Ameer King v City of Detroit: $129,000.00
• Contract for WEX Health, Inc. for employee benefit administration: $654,000.00
• Grant for 2024 Nonpartisan Election Administration Support: $350,000.00

The Internal Operations Standing Committee approved minutes and advanced several contracts and settlements to the formal session, including a $2.44M newspaper publication contract with Detroit Legal News and a $350K election grant. It also recommended denying legal representation for two former employees and tabled several items for further review. All votes were unanimous (3-0).

• Approved minutes of September 4, 2024 (2-0)
• Advanced $2.44M Detroit Legal News contract to formal session (3-0)
• Advanced $350K election administration grant to formal session (3-0)
• Advanced $50K settlement in Herman Mallory lawsuit (3-0)
• Advanced $129K settlement in Ameer King lawsuit (3-0)
• Recommended denial of legal representation for former officer Xhesjan Zaimi (3-0)
• Recommended denial of legal representation for Lorengo Watts (3-0)
• Tabled $2M contract amendment for reverse conviction litigation (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council is reviewing several contract increases, legal settlements, and property sales. The session includes proposals for emergency demolitions and the acquisition of tax-foreclosed property.

• Contract increase of $4,833,930.02 for Vitec, LLC for in-house parts operations
• Sale of 12618, 12624, and 12630 Mark Twain to DTE Electric Company for $33,000
• Sale of 1556, 1562, and 1568 Lyman to DTE Electric Company for $24,000
• Contract increase of $350,000 for Crossett Consulting & Legal Services for tax appeals
• Settlement payments of $24,500 to Dwight Danna and $5,500 to Northland Radiology

The Detroit City Council held its formal session on September 17, 2024, approving a cybersecurity monitoring contract for DoIT, numerous emergency commercial and residential demolitions, several transit and fire department parts and maintenance contracts, and various grant acceptances. The council also introduced and set public hearings for proposed city code amendments regarding criminal offenses and healthcare facility buffer zones, while referring dozens of other items to standing committees.

• Approved Contract No. 6006208 with CDW Government for cyber security monitoring for $2,747,985.38 (9-0)
• Approved multiple emergency demolition contracts including 431 S Harbaugh for $442,183.40 (7-2)
• Approved Contract No. 6006493 with Muncie Transit Supply for bus OEM parts for $4,052,746.00 (9-0)
• Introduced and set public hearing for proposed ordinance amending Chapter 31 of the Detroit City Code regarding offenses (9-0)
• Introduced and set public hearing for proposed ordinance establishing an 8-foot personal bubble zone and 15-foot buffer zone at healthcare facilities (9-0)
• Approved FY 2024 Emerging Threats Grant acceptance and appropriation for $1,323,258.00 (8-0)
• Approved Memorial Testimonial Resolutions for Charlotte Lee Catchings, Brenda V. Harris-Hardaway, and Darold Gholston (7-0)
• Referred numerous budget, contracting, planning, and law department items to standing committees (8-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will discuss the Tow Rate Commission report and several pending contracts. Items include status updates on emergency demolition projects, a $500,000 environmental consulting contract, and a $414,802 mobile inspection invoicing contract. The committee will also consider a draft Pet Shop Ordinance amendment that would prohibit the sale of dogs and cats by pet shops.

• Contract 6006452 – $500,000 for environmental consulting services (NTH Consultants Ltd.)
• Contract 6005673 – $414,802 for mobile inspection invoicing and billing services (Tyler Technologies, Inc.)
• Contract 3076383 – $56,000 for emergency demolition of residential property at 4340 Milford (Homrich Wrecking, Inc.)
• Pet Shop Ordinance amendment to prohibit sale of dogs and cats by pet shops (Chapter 6 of Detroit City Code)
• Discussion of Tow Rate Commission findings (Auditor General Laura Goodspeed and Deputy Auditor General Mark Lockridge)

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee reviewed and advanced numerous contracts and resolutions. Most demolition, construction, and service contracts were moved to formal session or new business for full Council consideration. The committee also discussed the Tow Rate Commission, which was brought back for further review in one week, and referred a proposal to ban pet shop dog and cat sales to the Law Department.

• Moved $682,300 DPD Oakman Building furniture contract to formal session without recommendation (2-0)
• Moved $414,802 Tyler Technologies fire inspection billing contract to new business (3-0)
• Moved $320,184 iO4 gas monitor rental agreement to new business (3-0)
• Moved $137,500 MPSCS radio activation contract to new business (3-0)
• Moved $76,500 police surveillance van repair contract to new business (2-0)
• Referred pet shop dog/cat sales ban to Law Department, bring back in 2 weeks (3-0)
• Received & filed dangerous buildings findings for August 30, 2024 (3-0)
• Moved $1,323,258 Emerging Threats Grant to new business (3-0)

City Council Closed Session

The City Council is conducting closed hearings regarding legal representation and indemnification for two former city employees. These sessions address specific lawsuits involving a former police officer and a former bus driver.

• Hearing on legal representation and indemnification for former police officer Xhesjan Zaimi (Case No. 23-000109-NI)
• Hearing on legal representation and indemnification for former bus driver Lorengo Watts (Case No. 23-005011-NI)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council formal session will refer a range of items to its standing committees, including a request for $8.75 million in risk‑management funding for litigation services and a $3.75 million amendment to a traffic‑management consulting contract. The council will also consider a property‑tax incentive ordinance for first responders, a $45,000 election‑ambassador contract, and several public‑hearing requests for neighborhood enterprise zones and a commercial rehabilitation district. Additional items include emergency demolition contracts and a $137,500 police radio activation fee.

• Ordinance Request – Property Tax Incentives for First Responders (Budget, Finance & Audit Committee)
• Contract No. 6003505‑A5 – $2,000,000 increase, total $8,750,000 for litigation services (Risk Management Funding)
• Contract No. 6003881‑A1 – $937,500 increase, total $3,750,000 for traffic‑management consulting (Public Works)
• Public hearing request for Neighborhood Enterprise Zone at 20201 Livernois (Planning & Economic Development)
• Contract No. 3077772 – $137,500 activation fee for 550 new/replacement police radios (Police)

City Council approved several high-value contracts, including $25M for the Joe Louis Greenway and $2.7M for cybersecurity monitoring. The council also approved multiple property sales, zoning changes, and permits for various community festivals and walks.

• Approved $25M contract for Joe Louis Greenway site work (8-0)
• Approved $2.7M cybersecurity monitoring contract (Postponed 1 week 9-0)
• Approved $1.47M renewal for municipal parking application support (8-0)
• Approved zoning change to B4 General Business for parcels on Harper and Van Dyke (8-0)
• Approved zoning change to SD2 Mixed Use for area bounded by W. Warren and Grand River (8-0)
• Approved $119,000 property sale of Wabash and 14th Street parcels (8-0)
• Approved 2025 medical and dental plan rate schedules for city employees (9-0)
• Approved 2023-2027 labor agreement for Police Commission Investigators (9-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will review several emergency demolition contracts and discuss major grant opportunities. Items include a $285,021.42 demolition contract for a commercial property, a $56,000 demolition contract for a residential property, and a $414,802 contract for mobile inspection invoicing. The committee will also consider a $1,386,216 federal earmark grant for the Joe Louis Greenway West Chicago Connector and authorize a $10,500,000 federal grant request for the Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program.

• Emergency demolition contract No. 3076716 for 7601 Michigan & CO#1, $285,021.42
• Emergency demolition contract No. 3076383 for 4340 Milford, $56,000.00
• Contract No. 6005673 with Tyler Technologies for mobile inspection invoicing, $414,802.00
• FY 2022 Federal Earmark Grant for Joe Louis Greenway West Chicago Connector, $1,386,216 federal share, total project $5,027,000
• Authorization to apply for FY 2024 ATIIP Grant, $10,500,000 federal share, total project $15,000,000

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee voted to send several emergency demolition contracts to formal session with a recommendation to approve, including contracts for properties at 19931 Winston, 5558 Vancouver, 14954 Manor, 401 S Cottrell, 13369 Wade, 12016 Montrose, 9088 Thaddeus, 8339 Military, 431 S Harbaugh, 592 & 600 W Hollywood, 5968 Seminole, 1527 Dickerson, and others. The committee also advanced proposed ordinances to create new misdemeanor offenses mirroring state law and to establish buffer zones at healthcare facilities, along with multiple resolutions and grant acceptances. Several items were tabled or brought back for further review.

• Approved emergency demolition contracts for 19931 Winston, 5558 Vancouver, 14954 Manor, 401 S Cottrell, 13369 Wade, 12016 Montrose, 9088 Thaddeus, 8339 Military, 431 S Harbaugh, 592 & 600 W Hollywood, 5968 Seminole, 1527 Dickerson (all 3-0)
• Approved ordinance creating new misdemeanor offenses mirroring state law (3-0)
• Approved ordinance establishing buffer zones at healthcare facilities (3-0)
• Approved resolution requesting MDOT road diet study for Fort Street (3-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Construction Suicide Prevention Week (3-0)
• Approved resolution supporting House Bill 4707 (3-0)
• Approved resolution supporting Ground Emergency Medical Transportation Program (3-0)
• Approved acceptance of FY 2025 Neighborhood Wellness Centers Grant ($976,610) and FY 2024 Safe Routes to School Grant ($2,274,129) (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold public hearings on four rezoning applications: a B4 business district on Harper Avenue/Van Dyke/E Edsel Ford, an SD2 mixed‑use district replacing an M4 industrial zone in the Core City area, a B6/SD2 rezoning for the Ambassador Bridge Plaza, and an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for EBE Bethune, LLC at 210 E. Bethune Street. The committee will also review contract amendments that increase funding for blight remediation by $500,000 and for opioid‑use counseling services by $433,335. Unfinished business items and other memoranda will be discussed but no decisions are noted for those items.

• Rezoning of parcels 7700‑7760 Harper, 6401 Van Dyke, and 7844 East Edsel Ford to B4 General Business District
• Approval of Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for EBE Bethune, LLC at 210 E. Bethune Street (Petition #2023‑290)
• Rezoning of District Map 44 to change M4 Intensive Industrial to SD2 Special Development Mixed‑Use zone
• Rezoning of District Map 42 to replace multiple zones with B6 General Services and SD2 Mixed‑Use districts
• Contract No. 6005289‑A1 amendment adding $500,000 (total $1,000,000) for blight remediation and site‑readiness services

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee held public hearings and voted to recommend approval of a zoning change for properties on Harper Avenue and Van Dyke Avenue from B3 to B4, and another zoning change near West Warren Avenue from M4 to SD2. The committee also recommended approval of several city-owned property sales, including 10347 Kercheval, 11441 E. McNichols, and a group of parcels on Wabash and 14th Street. Several items were tabled or brought back for future meetings, including the Ambassador Bridge Plaza expansion and multiple property sales.

• Approved B4 zoning for Harper Ave/Van Dyke Ave parcels (3-0)
• Approved SD2 zoning near West Warren Ave (3-0)
• Approved $1M blight remediation contract amendment with Mannik & Smith Group (3-0)
• Approved $433,335 increase for Families Against Narcotics counseling contract (3-0)
• Approved sale of 10347 Kercheval for $16,800 (2-0)
• Approved sale of 11441 E. McNichols for $2,500 (2-0)
• Approved sale of Wabash/14th St parcels for $119,000 (2-0)
• Tabled Ambassador Bridge Plaza expansion for two weeks (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will consider the status of two city contracts, including a $450,000 contract for ornamental plant plugs and a $2,660,000 contract for city walls and the ACE program. The committee will also review a series of mayor‑recommended petitions to hold public events and festivals at various city locations in September and October. Decisions will determine whether the contracts proceed and whether the event petitions receive approval.

• Contract No. 6006486 – $450,000 for ornamental plant plugs throughout Detroit public spaces (location: 5978 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, IL)
• Contract No. 6005849‑A1 – $2,660,000 for fiduciary and program management of City Walls and ACE Program (location: 607 Shelby Street, Detroit, MI)
• Petition for "Tour de Troit" at Riverside & Roosevelt Park on September 14
• Petition for "Greektown Heritage Festival" on Monroe Street, Greektown, September 21
• Petition for "ORI Reel Film and Entertainment Festival" at Hart Plaza, September 20‑22

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted to recommend approval of numerous event permits and contracts to the full City Council. It also received and filed reports on ARPA-funded programs and donated park assets, and requested follow-up reports on micro-policing in senior buildings, park closings during Ford Fireworks, and the Erma Henderson Marina. Two event permits were removed from the agenda, and one item was tabled for three weeks.

• Approved minutes of July 25, 2024 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $450,000 ornamental plant plugs contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $2.66M Space Lab Development contract amendment (2-0)
• Recommended approval of 20 event permits including Greektown Heritage Festival, Detroit Fall Beer Festival, and Movement Electronic Music Festival (2-0 each)
• Removed Tour de Troit, ORI Reel Film Festival, and Bryce Detroit Block Party permits from agenda (2-0)
• Received and filed ARPA funding plan report (2-0)
• Tabled micro-policing in senior buildings report for 3 weeks (2-0)
• Requested report on Erma Henderson Marina in 2 weeks (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will review and potentially approve several contracts and settlements, including a $2,747,985.38 ARPA‑funded contract for cyber‑security data and event monitoring. The committee will also consider a $100,000 amendment to a $2.5 M legal‑services contract and settlement payments of $17,500 and $32,000. Additional items include approval of 2025 medical and dental benefit rates for city employees and a pay‑range adjustment for the Executive Secretary 3 classification.

• Contract 6006208 – $2,747,985.38 ARPA funding for data and event monitoring for cyber security (CDW Government, LLC).
• Contract 6003545-A7 amendment – $100,000 increase to a $2,500,000 legal‑representation contract (Cummings McClorey Davis & Acho, PLC).
• Settlement of $17,500 to Tony Cook in lawsuit against the City of Detroit.
• Settlement of $32,000 to LaWanda Morris in lawsuit against the City of Detroit.
• Approval of 2025 medical and dental rate schedules for City of Detroit employees.

The Internal Operations Standing Committee voted 2-0 to move several items to formal session, including a $2,747,985.38 cybersecurity contract with CDW Government, LLC, and two lawsuit settlements ($17,500 and $32,000). Other items were tabled for further review, and one vendor protest was received and filed. All votes were unanimous among the two members present.

• Moved $2,747,985.38 cybersecurity contract with CDW Government to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $17,500 settlement in Tony Cook v City of Detroit to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $32,000 settlement in LaWanda Morris v City of Detroit to formal session (2-0)
• Moved legal representation for TEO Eric Sellers to formal session (2-0)
• Moved legal representation for Firefighter/EMT Aaron Pastula to formal session (2-0)
• Moved 2025 medical and dental plan rate schedules to formal session (2-0)
• Moved 2023-2027 M.A.P.E. labor agreement to formal session (2-0)
• Received and filed Motor City Law vendor protest (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will review unfinished business items, including Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate applications for properties on Third Street and in the Woodbridge Estates area. The committee will also receive reports on marijuana excise tax revenues, a cost‑benefit analysis for large events, and a fiscal impact study of misdemeanor ordinance amendments. New business includes a proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 17 of the 2019 Detroit City Code governing purchasing and supplies, and several Payment‑in‑Lieu‑of‑Taxes agreements for new housing developments. The committee will consider the City’s financial report for the twelve months ended June 30 2024 and a large‑event revenue report.

• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 17 of the 2019 Detroit City Code (Purchasing and Supplies), adding sections on bids, cooperative purchases, and use of Detroit‑certified businesses.
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates for rehabilitation of buildings at 8823 and 8829 Third Street (Herman Keifer NEZ) – recommended approval.
• NEZ certificates for three new duplexes in Woodbridge Estates (addresses: 1361 Canfield Unit 17; 4338 Lincoln Unit 18; 4326 Lincoln Unit 19; 4322 Lincoln Unit 20; 4312 Lincoln Unit 21; 1360 Calumet Unit 22) – recommended approval.
• Payment‑in‑Lieu‑of‑Taxes agreements for 20119 Wisconsin LDHA LLC (Higginbotham School project, 100 units) and Martin Gardens of Detroit LDHA LP (Clark Apartments, Vernor Townhomes, Martin Apartments, total 46 units).
• OCFO financial report for the twelve months ended June 30 2024 (monthly and quarterly statements).

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee recommended approval of Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates for the rehabilitation of a building at 8823 and 8829 Third Street, sending it to the formal session. It also recommended approval of two PILOT agreements for housing developments (Higginbotham School and Martin Gardens) and a procurement ordinance amendment. Several items were brought back for further review in two weeks, including reports on marijuana excise tax revenues, large events, and a fiscal impact report on misdemeanor violations.

• Approved minutes of July 24, 2024 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificates for 8823 and 8829 Third Street (3-0)
• Recommended approval of PILOT for 20119 Wisconsin Limited Dividend Housing Association LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of PILOT for Martin Gardens of Detroit Limited Dividend Housing Association LP (3-0)
• Recommended approval of procurement ordinance amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificates for six units in Woodbridge Estates (3-0)
• Brought back marijuana excise tax revenue report for 2 weeks (3-0)
• Brought back large events cost-benefit analysis request for 2 weeks (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council is reviewing several contracts and grants approved through the recess procedure between August 7 and August 28, 2024. These items cover a range of city services including IT licenses, legal representation, and park renovations.

• Contract with CDW Government, LLC for Microsoft licenses totaling $12,000,000.00
• Beneficiary Agreement for Motown Historical Museum, Inc. totaling $2,500,000.00
• Inflation Reduction Act: Detroit Resilient Tree Canopy Initiative Grant for $3,000,000.00
• Contract with R & R Fire Truck Repair, Inc. for fire vehicle repairs totaling $1,200,000.00
• Contract with Konnech, Inc. for an Election Logistic Management System totaling $235,000.00

The Detroit City Council approved a series of contracts and grants through the Recess Procedure, including a $12 million Microsoft license contract, a $14.98 million water system improvement project, and a $2.5 million grant for the Motown Historical Museum. The council also approved the acceptance of a $3 million federal grant for the Detroit Resilient Tree Canopy Initiative and a donation of up to 224 trees from The Greening of Detroit. Additionally, the council approved scheduling closed sessions for legal representation matters and canceled several standing committee meetings due to a lack of quorum.

• Approved $12M Microsoft licenses contract (7-0)
• Approved $14.98M water system improvement in Dexter-Linwood, Davison, Buffalo-Charles (8-0)
• Approved $2.5M Motown Historical Museum beneficiary agreement (8-0)
• Approved $3M Inflation Reduction Act tree canopy grant (7-0)
• Approved donation of up to 224 trees from Greening of Detroit (7-0)
• Approved $1.2M fire vehicle repair contract with R & R Fire Truck Repair (7-0)
• Approved $1.3M HNTB engineering services contract (8-0)
• Approved closed session for Lorengo Watts legal representation (8-1)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will consider a bond refinancing resolution for LTGO Distributable State Aid Bonds, a proposal to create and fund a Solar Equity Fund, and an ordinance to amend Chapter 17 of the 2019 City Code on budget oversight. Additional actions include approving a $75,000 appraisal consulting contract for the MGM Casino and a petition for a charitable gaming license for the Detroit Triple T Foundation. The council will also receive reports and petitions related to encroachments and community events.

• Bond Refinancing Resolution – LTGO Distributable State Aid Bonds, Series 2024
• Resolution to create and fund the Solar Equity Fund
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 17 of the 2019 Detroit City Code (budget oversight provisions)
• Contract No. 6006121 – $75,000 appraisal consulting services for MGM Casino (Federal Appraisal, LLC)
• Petition from Detroit Triple T Foundation for a charitable gaming license

The Detroit City Council approved a resolution of necessity for the Solar Neighborhood Project, allowing acquisition of private property for solar development, along with related solar contracts. It also approved multiple contracts for heavy-duty vehicles, roof replacements, and trash-out services, and passed several zoning ordinance amendments. A proposed property sale to Pique Earth LLC was denied.

• Approved Solar Neighborhood Project resolution of necessity (6-3)
• Approved Lightstar Renewables solar contract (7-2)
• Approved DTE Electric solar contract (6-3)
• Approved $77.97M Interstate Trucksource heavy-duty vehicle contract (9-0)
• Approved $3.42M Feldman Ford heavy-duty vehicle contract (9-0)
• Denied Pique Earth LLC property sale at Beaconsfield (1-8)
• Approved zoning change to PD for Vermont Street parcels (9-0)
• Approved $2.6M Zausmer P.C. contract amendment (7-2)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee is reviewing several city contracts, including emergency demolitions and streetscape improvements. The body will also receive a Q2 update from the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) and discuss various unfinished business items regarding blight and public safety.

• Contract for fiduciary services for Cease Fire Program with Black Family Development, Inc. for $1,550,000.00
• Streetscape improvement contracts for W. Warren Avenue ($1,250,000.00) and 48217 zip code residential streets ($1,450,000.00)
• Blight remediation backfill management contract with AKT Peerless Environmental Services, LLC for $700,000.00
• Emergency demolition contracts for 19657 Albion ($24,500.00), 6405 Ellsworth ($19,152.00), and 12145 Rutland ($21,840.00)
• Grant request for $10,500,000.00 from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program

The committee failed to reach a quorum, resulting in all scheduled items being moved to the next meeting. The only action taken was a vote to bring back a memorandum regarding the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department's ARPA funding plan.

• Voted to bring back DWSD ARPA Funding Plan memorandum in one week (3-0)

City Council Closed Session

The Detroit City Council closed session will consult with attorneys from the Perkins Law Group, the Law Department, and the Legislative Policy Division. They will review privileged communications and legal memoranda dated July 22, 2024; June 21, 2024; and June 27, 2024 concerning a solar initiative, public use, and zoning. No decisions or votes are listed for this item.

• Review of "Legal Review Solar Initiative Condemnation for Public Use and Zoning" (July 22, 2024)
• Review of "Solar Initiative -- Public Use and Zoning Analysis" (June 21, 2024)
• Review of "Report Concerning Solar Farms and Zoning" (June 27, 2024)
• Consultation with attorneys from Perkins Law Group
• No attachments or decisions attached to the agenda item

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold three public hearings to consider zoning map amendments for parcels on Vermont Street, for land bounded by Carmel, Bauman and Penrose Avenue, and for parcels on Oak Drive and West McNichols Road. Unfinished business includes updates on the Michigan Avenue Mobility and Innovation Corridor, land‑bank property sales, a proposed short‑term rental ordinance, and other departmental reports. In new business the committee will review and authorize several ARPA‑funded contracts, including an amendment to Contract 6004492‑A1 that adds $909,809 to a $2.38 million community‑beautification program. Additional roof‑replacement contracts totaling $7.5 million are also scheduled for consideration.

• Public hearing to change four Vermont Street parcels from R2 to Planned Development zoning
• Public hearing to change Carmel/Bauman/Penrose area to Planned Development for a religious institution and accessory parking
• Public hearing to rezone Oak Drive and West McNichols Road parcels from R2 to R3 residential
• Amendment to Contract 6004492‑A1 adding $909,809 to a $2,384,809 ARPA‑funded community beautification program
• Approval of Contract 6006458 for $2,000,000 roof replacement at 17800 Woodward Avenue

The committee held public hearings and voted to recommend approval of three zoning map amendments, including rezonings on Vermont Street, near Carmel/Bauman/Penrose, and Oak Drive/West McNichols/Birchcrest. It also recommended approval of several contracts, including roof replacement services and a neighborhood beautification program extension, and denied a property sale to Pique Earth LLC. Several items were tabled or removed from the agenda.

• Approved zoning change to PD for four parcels on Vermont Street (3-0)
• Approved PD zoning for religious institution and accessory parking near Woodward/Bryson (3-0)
• Approved zoning change to R3 for parcels on Oak Drive, West McNichols, Birchcrest (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment for Wayne Metro beautification program, +$909,809 (3-0)
• Approved roof replacement contracts with 1-800-Hansons, OMP, Ingram, LGC Global (3-0)
• Denied property sale to Pique Earth LLC for Beaconsfield parcels (3-0)
• Approved property sale of 11200 Hayes to Frozen Moments LLC (3-0)
• Approved property sale of 12707/12699 Goulburn to Alinosi Co (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will review status reports on council leadership and micro‑policing. It will consider a series of event petitions from the Mayor’s Office and evaluate three city contracts, including a $1.2 million ARPA‑funded property renovation project.

• Contract No. 6006463 – $1,200,000 ARPA funding to repair/renovate city properties (Detroit Historical Society, 5401 Woodward Ave)
• Contract No. 6006466 – $1,050,000 for portable toilets and services (Parkway Services, Inc., 2876 Tyler Road, Ypsilanti)
• Contract No. 6006462 – $450,000 for playground improvement at Milan Park (18631 Conant, Detroit)
• Petition for St. Aloysius Neighborhood Block Party at 1234 Washington Blvd on Aug 25
• Petition for Detroit Lions Pregame Tailgate at Brush St and Adams St on Aug 24

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted to recommend approval of 12 event permits, including block parties, festivals, and a car show, and 3 contracts for portable toilets, playground improvements, and museum repairs. All items were sent to the formal session with a recommendation to approve. The committee also brought back several items to a future meeting and removed one item from the agenda.

• Approved minutes of July 18, 2024 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of St. Aloysius Neighborhood Block Party permit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Dally in the Alley permit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Soul Food R&B Festival permit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Detroit Lions Pregame Tailgate permit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure permit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,050,000 portable toilets contract with Parkway Services (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $450,000 playground improvement contract with Michigan Recreational Construction (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will hold a public hearing on an ordinance that amends Chapter 17 of the 2019 Detroit City Code to add sections on proportional funding, oversight, and funding formulas. The committee will also consider Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate applications for 8823 and 8829 Third Street, a $75,000 appraisal consulting contract for the MGM Casino, and a bond refinancing resolution for LTGO Distributable State Aid Bonds Series 2024. Several Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreements for new and rehabilitated housing projects will be presented for review.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 17 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, adding Sections 17-2-31 through 17-2-37 on proportional funding and oversight
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate applications for rehabilitation of buildings at 8823 and 8829 Third Street
• Contract No. 6006121 – $75,000 for appraisal consulting services for MGM Casino (Federal Appraisal, LLC)
• Bond Refinancing Resolution for LTGO Distributable State Aid Bonds, Series 2024
• PILOT agreements for Buersmeyer Manor, Cambridge Towers Preservation, Hive on Russell, and Peterboro Place Apartments housing projects

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee voted to send an ordinance amendment establishing proportional funding for city oversight agencies to the formal session with a recommendation to approve. The committee also advanced contracts for appraisal services, bond refinancing, and several PILOT agreements, and received the monthly financial report. All votes were 2-0, with one member absent.

• Approved sending oversight funding ordinance amendment to formal session (2-0)
• Approved $75,000 appraisal consulting contract for MGM Casino (2-0)
• Approved bond refinancing resolution for LTGO Distributable State Aid Bonds (2-0)
• Approved PILOT for Buersmeyer Manor (2-0)
• Approved PILOT for Cambridge Towers (2-0)
• Approved PILOT for Hive on Russell (2-0)
• Approved PILOT for Peterboro Place Apartments (2-0)
• Received and filed monthly financial report for eleven months ended May 31, 2024 (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will review several contract authorizations, including an amendment that adds $50,000 to a $6.75 million litigation services contract. It will also consider the reappointment of Maggie DeSantis and the appointment of Juan Gonzalez to the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. Additional items include new ARPA‑funded contracts and settlements of multiple lawsuits against the city.

• Contract No. 6003505-A42 amendment: $50,000 increase, total $6,750,000 for litigation services (Nathan & Kamionski, LLP).
• Re‑appointment of Maggie DeSantis to the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, effective June 30 2026.
• Appointment of Juan Gonzalez to the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, effective June 30 2026.
• Contract No. 6006208: $2,747,985.38 for cyber‑security data and event monitoring (CDW Government, LLC).
• Settlement of Arnold Wright and Joyce Wright lawsuit: $20,000 to Arnold Wright and $40,000 to Joyce Wright.

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended approval of several contracts and settlements, including a $50,000 increase to a litigation services contract (total $6.75M) for reverse conviction lawsuits. It also recommended approving a $2.75M cybersecurity contract and a $936,000 air conditioner replacement contract, along with multiple lawsuit settlements. The committee removed Juan Gonzalez's appointment from the agenda and tabled several items for later.

• Approved minutes (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Maggie DeSantis reappointment to Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (3-0)
• Removed Juan Gonzalez appointment to Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority from agenda (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $60,000 settlement for Arnold and Joyce Wright lawsuit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $50,000 increase to Nathan & Kamionski litigation contract, total $6.75M (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $2,747,985.38 cybersecurity contract with CDW Government (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $936,000 air conditioner replacement contract with Limbach Company (3-0)
• Recommended approval of multiple lawsuit settlements including $129,000 for Ameer King (3-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold interviews for candidates to the Board of Zoning and the Inspector General. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for these appointments at this meeting. The item has no attachments or supporting documents.

• Interviews for Board of Zoning appointments
• Interviews for Inspector General appointment

City Council Formal Session

The City Council is reviewing several Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) requests for affordable housing developments. The session also includes proposed contracts for park improvements and city property renovations, as well as various legal settlements.

• PILOT requests for Buersmeyer Manor, Cambridge Towers, The Hive on Russell, and Peterboro Place Apartments
• Contract for Milan Park playground improvements with Michigan Recreational Construction, Inc. for $450,000.00
• Contract for city property repairs, including Detroit Historical Museum, for $1,200,000.00
• Contract for Motorola handheld radios and accessories for $47,817.72
• Settlements for multiple lawsuits, including a $15,000.00 payment to Rosalyn Murphey

The Detroit City Council postponed several key solar initiative items for one week, including two solar development contracts, a resolution of necessity for property acquisition, and the creation of a Solar Equity Fund. The council also approved numerous contracts, including a $16.25 million Joe Louis Greenway construction contract and a $1.2 million Detroit Historical Museum renovation. Several other items were referred to standing committees for further review.

• Postponed Solar Equity Fund creation (9-0)
• Postponed Lightstar Renewables solar contract (9-0)
• Postponed DTE Electric solar contract (9-0)
• Postponed solar initiative Resolution of Necessity (9-0)
• Approved $16.25M Joe Louis Greenway construction contract (9-0)
• Approved $1.2M Detroit Historical Museum renovation contract (9-0)
• Approved $3.25M AECOM grant compliance contract amendment (9-0)
• Approved $8.46M major roads resurfacing contract (9-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will consider unfinished business reports and authorize a series of construction and demolition contracts. New business includes authorizations for contracts funded by city, bond, ARPA and blight sources, with amounts ranging from $80,850 to $3,579,175.60. The contracts cover trash‑out services, abatement and alteration of commercial structures, fire‑suppression services, and network communications grants.

• Contract 6006212 – $3,579,175.60 (33% ARPA & 67% Blight) for abatement and alteration of commercial structures Group 248, Adamo Demolition Company, 320 East Seven Mile Road
• Contract 6006200 – $2,915,451.47 (100% ARPA) for abatement and alteration of commercial structures Group 241, Salenbien Trucking and Excavating, Inc., 985 East Jefferson Avenue, Suite 300
• Contract 6006407 – $1,759,000 (100% City) for fire suppression and protection services, Johnson Controls Fire Protection, LP, 24755 Halsted, Farmington Hills
• Contract 6006425 – $129,465 (100% Bond) for Proposal N Trash Out Services Release I, Group I16, P & P Group, Inc., 18976 Stansbury, Detroit
• Contract 6006447 – $100,000 (100% Grant) for network communications services under MODES Grant, Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC, 5700 Enterprise Court, Warren

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee recommended approval of multiple contracts and ordinances for the full City Council, including a $8.46 million major roads resurfacing contract, a $2.57 million Class C street resurfacing contract, and a $1.76 million fire suppression services contract. The committee also recommended approval of an ordinance to amend the noise code to extend permissible hours for non-motor vehicle noise, and an ordinance to overhaul rental housing regulations. A resolution to allow separate votes on three solar farm proposals was denied.

• Approved $8,460,388.29 major roads resurfacing contract (3-0)
• Approved $2,568,460.88 Class C street resurfacing contract (2-0)
• Approved $1,759,000 fire suppression services contract (2-0)
• Approved ordinance to extend non-motor vehicle noise hours (3-0)
• Approved ordinance to amend rental housing regulations (3-0)
• Denied resolution for separate votes on solar farm proposals (1-2)
• Removed nuisance party ordinance from agenda (3-0)
• Approved $14,353,708.91 transit security grant application (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Detroit Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will review a zoning text amendment to expand child care facilities and approve a brownfield redevelopment plan for 16131 East Warren Avenue. The meeting also includes discussions on property sales, legal opinions, and various development projects.

• Public hearing on child care facilities zoning text amendment
• Approval of Brownfield Plan for 16131 East Warren Avenue redevelopment
• Establishing Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District for 16131 East Warren Ave
• Property sale of 9106 Kercheval for $45,000
• Extension of closing and construction deadlines for Lee Plaza Project

The committee voted to recommend approval of the brownfield plan for 16131 East Warren Ave, a mixed-use redevelopment with 7 units, and also recommended establishing an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District for the same project. Several other items were recommended for approval, including property sales, contracts, and brownfield plan abolishments. Some items were tabled or brought back for further discussion.

• Approved brownfield plan for 16131 East Warren Ave redevelopment (3-0)
• Approved Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District for 16131 East Warren Ave (3-0)
• Approved sale of 9106 Kercheval to Lorcan O'Herlihy Architects for $45,000 (3-0)
• Approved contract extension for eTitle Agency (3-0)
• Approved $787,050 contract for Corktown street calming study (3-0)
• Approved Renaissance Center Tower 600 zoning amendment (3-0)
• Approved abolishment of 10 brownfield plans (3-0 each)
• Approved $140,000 lead safety grant and $1.3M CHIP lead hazard grant (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will consider approval for 12 community events and 8 contracts for heavy-duty vehicles and park improvements. The agenda includes petitions for festivals, parades, and a park acquisition project.

• Approval of 'Foxglove in the Garden' event at Foxglove Garden
• Approval of 'Run the 313 5k' at Palmer Park
• Approval of 'Mack Alive' parade at Mack Avenue
• Authorization to acquire 1.27 acres for a new park at Helen Moore Community Center
• Contract for heavy-duty vehicles and services with Interstate Trucksource, Inc. ($77,971,068)

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee met on July 18, 2024, with a quorum of two members (Young and Benson). The committee voted 2-0 to send 12 event permit petitions (including Foxglove in the Garden, Growler Gallop Atwater, Run the 313 5k, and others) to the formal session with a recommendation to approve. It also advanced several contracts, including a $77.97M heavy-duty vehicle contract (pending additional documentation) and a $450K increase for fire vehicle repairs, plus a resolution supporting state housing bills and a land acquisition for a new park. Two items were tabled for one week: the ARPA funding plan and a report on micro policing in senior buildings.

• Approved sending 12 event permit petitions to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Advanced Contract No. 6006354 ($3,420,869) for heavy-duty vehicles to formal session pending IPA documentation (2-0)
• Advanced Contract No. 6004538-A1 ($450,000 increase) for fire vehicle repairs to formal session (2-0)
• Advanced Contract No. 6006413 ($100,000) for Kelley Dog Park improvements to formal session (2-0)
• Advanced Contract No. 6006351 ($77,971,068) for heavy-duty vehicles to formal session pending documentation (2-0)
• Advanced Contract No. 6006352 ($9,289,841) for heavy-duty vehicles to formal session pending documentation (2-0)
• Advanced Contract No. 6006411 ($3,402,540) for heavy-duty vehicle rental to formal session (2-0)
• Advanced acquisition of 15 parcels from DLBA for new park near Helen Moore Community Center (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will discuss the status of several city contracts, including a $2,600,000 increase to Contract 6005617‑A1 for real estate services and relocation assistance. It will also consider an $814,022 contract to replace a generator at the Lyndon Data Center and a $120,000 contract for state lobbyist services. Additional items include settlements of lawsuits totaling $63,000 and a re‑appointment to the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority.

• Contract 6005617‑A1 – $2,600,000 increase for real estate services and relocation assistance (total $3,000,000)
• Contract 6006306 – $814,022 to remove and replace generator at 9440 Grinnell Street, Lyndon Data Center
• Contract 6006292 – $120,000 for state lobbyist services (Governmental Consultant Services, Inc.)
• Settlement with Laboratory Specialists of MI – $3,000 payment to resolve lawsuit
• Settlement with Arnold and Joyce Wright – $20,000 and $40,000 payments to resolve lawsuit

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended several contracts and legal settlements for formal approval, including a $2.6M increase for real estate services. The committee also recommended the reappointment of John George to the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority. Two reports regarding liquor license revocation and Juneteenth flag recognition were received and filed.

• Recommended approval of $2.6M contract increase for Zausmer P.C. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $814,022 contract for Motor City Electric Co (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $120,000 contract for Governmental Consultant Services, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $3,000 settlement for Laboratory Specialists of MI (2-0)
• Recommended approval of John George's reappointment to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (2-0)
• Recommended approval of pay range for OIG Information Analyst ($83,000 - $107,900) (2-0)
• Recommended legal representation for Lori Sowle, Carl S. McClanahan III, and Piper Williams-Faulkner (2-0)
• Tabled settlement for Arnold Wright and Joyce Wright (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will consider several contract amendments that increase city funding, including a $3,250,000 increase to AECOM Great Lakes for ARPA‑funded grant compliance assistance. It will also review a $105,000 increase to Corporate Specialties for promotional items and a $500,000 contract for income‑tax discovery services. The committee will receive a fiscal impact statement on the proposed Proportional Funding Ordinance and will consider Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate applications for 8823 and 8829 Third Street.

• Contract No. 6003758‑A1 – ARPA‑funded amendment adding $3,250,000, extending period to June 30 2027, contractor AECOM Great Lakes, 4219 Woodward Avenue
• Contract No. 6005724‑A1 – City‑funded amendment adding $105,000 for promotional items, contractor Corporate Specialties, LLC, 19 Clifford Street
• Contract No. 6006179 – City‑funded $500,000 contract for income tax discovery and compliance services, contractor Alan C. Young & Associates, P.C., 7310 Woodward Avenue
• Fiscal Impact Statement (FIS 2024‑110‑008) for the proposed Proportional Funding Ordinance
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate applications for rehabilitation of buildings at 8823 and 8829 Third Street in the Herman Keifer NEZ

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee moved three contract authorizations to formal session. The committee also deferred several reports and a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone application to future meetings.

• Approved minutes of July 10, 2024 (2-0)
• Moved $314,000 promotional items contract for Corporate Specialties, LLC to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $18,007,956 grant compliance contract for AECOM Great Lakes, Inc. to formal session (3-0)
• Moved $500,000 income tax discovery contract for Alan C. Young & Associates, P.C. to formal session (3-0)
• Received and filed Fiscal Impact report on Proportional Funding Ordinance (3-0)
• Tabled NEZ certificate applications for 8823 and 8829 Third until next week (3-0)
• Deferred Marijuana Excise Tax Revenues report to September 4, 2024 (3-0)
• Deferred cost-benefit analysis for large events and Fiscal Impact Report on Chapter 31 amendments to September 4, 2024 (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The council will refer several items to standing committees, including multiple contract approvals and a settlement. It will consider a $3,420,869 contract with Feldman Ford, LLC for heavy‑duty vehicles, an $814,022 contract to replace a generator at 9440 Grinnell Street, and a $450,000 increase for fire‑vehicle repair services. The body will also review a $3,000 settlement with Laboratory Specialists of Michigan and several event petitions recommended for approval by the Mayor’s Office.

• Contract 6006354 – $3,420,869 for heavy‑duty vehicles, Feldman Ford, LLC, 8333 Michigan Avenue
• Contract 6006306 – $814,022 to remove and replace generator at 9440 Grinnell Street, Motor City Electric Co.
• Contract 6004538-A1 – $450,000 increase for fire‑vehicle repair, R & R Fire Truck Repair, Inc., 751 Doheny, Northville
• Settlement with Laboratory Specialists of Michigan, LLC – $3,000 payment to the City of Detroit
• Petition for "Foxglove in the Garden" event on August 10, recommended for approval

The Council approved several contracts for home repairs, youth employment, and blight removal. It also introduced zoning amendments for mixed-use development and approved permits for various summer festivals and events.

• Approved $6M increase for Detroit Summer Youth Employment Program (8-0)
• Approved $3M contract for private sewer repairs (8-0)
• Approved $1M contract for investigative case management software (6-0)
• Approved $42,500 settlement in Sherita Gary v City of Detroit (8-0)
• Introduced zoning changes for mixed-use development near West Warren Ave and Bagley Ave (8-0)
• Approved $135M maximum order limit for light duty vehicle purchases/leases (8-0)
• Approved $6.49M increase for DDOT bus replacement grant (8-0)
• Postponed Solar Equity Fund creation for one week (7-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will discuss unfinished business items, including a request for a legal opinion on zoning for a Neighborhood Solar Project and a Resolution of Necessity to acquire private property for that solar initiative. The committee will also consider several contract authorizations covering solar photovoltaic development, demolition salvage, and fire‑equipment purchases.

• Request for legal opinion on zoning requirements for the Neighborhood Solar Project
• Resolution of Necessity to acquire private property for the City’s Neighborhood Solar Project
• Contract 6006343 with Lightstar Renewables for solar PV on city‑owned property (max VPPA fee $0.1704/kWh at Gratiot/Findlay & $0.1576/kWh at State Fair)
• Contract 6006310 with DTE Electric Company for solar PV on city‑owned property (max LCOE fee $0.175/kWh)
• Contract 6006390 to purchase MSA breathing apparatuses, parts, and services ($1,800,000.00)

The committee recommended multiple contracts for firefighting equipment, street improvements, and solar energy development for the formal session agenda. It also issued demolition orders for numerous dangerous buildings and recommended approval for several alley encroachment petitions.

• Recommended $1.8M contract for MSA breathing apparatuses (3-0)
• Recommended $3.8M contract for New Flyer bus repair services (3-0)
• Recommended $6.49M increase for bus replacement grants (3-0)
• Recommended solar energy contracts with Lightstar Renewables and DTE Electric (2-0)
• Recommended $2.96M, $3.26M, and $1.51M street inspection contracts (3-0)
• Recommended $634,011 contract for commercial structure stabilization (3-0)
• Approved demolition orders for 43 properties listed as dangerous buildings
• Recommended approval for 5 alley encroachment petitions for the Office of Art, Culture, and Entrepreneurship (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will review a report on the Downtown Development Authority and discuss several contract amendments. It will also consider proposed ordinances for short-term rentals and cannabis billboards. Additionally, members will examine property transfers involving the Detroit Land Bank Authority.

• $6 million increase for the Detroit Summer Youth Employment Program
• $2.25 million increase for the 0% Interest Home Repair Loan Program
• Proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in Detroit
• Public hearing regarding a commercial rehabilitation district at 5700 Woodward
• $3 million contract for private sewer repairs by Five Star Energy Services, LLC

The committee recommended several contracts for formal session approval, including funding for home repair loans, youth employment, and economic development services. It also recommended approval for two zoning map amendments and various city property sales and acquisitions.

• Recommended approval of $2.25M increase for 0% Interest Home Repair Loan Program (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $6M increase for Detroit Summer Youth Employment Program (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $2.19M contract for Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $800,000 contract for Detroit Legacy Business Program (3-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to SD2 Mixed Use near West Warren Ave (3-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning changes to B6 and SD2 in area bounded by Bagley Ave (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $3M private sewer repair contract with Five Star Energy Services (3-0)
• Recommended approval of property sale to City Covenant Church for $7,500 (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing petitions for several summer events, including the Detroit Jazz Festival and Concert of Colors. It is also considering contract amendments for pest control, animal supplies, and alley maintenance.

• $260,000 increase for citywide pest control services
• $520,000 increase for animal food and veterinary medical supplies
• $1,931,871.70 contract for residential and commercial alley work
• Permit requests for the Detroit Jazz Festival and Concert of Colors
• $750,000 contract for citywide street tree removal and trimming

The committee recommended approval for several city contracts, including major construction for the Joe Louis Greenway and a $135M light duty fleet supply schedule. It also recommended approval for 11 event permits and various animal care and city maintenance services.

• Recommended approval for Joe Louis Greenway construction contract of $16,253,151.30 (2-0)
• Recommended approval for Light Duty Fleet supply schedule with $135M maximum order limit (2-0)
• Recommended approval for 11 event permits including Concert of Colors and Detroit Jazz Festival (2-0)
• Recommended approval for $1.9M alley project for Bailey Park, Northend, Burrell Trail and Yellow Brick Road (2-0)
• Recommended approval for $750,000 street tree removal contracts for Tree Man Services, LLC and J-Mac Tree & Debris, LLC (2-0)
• Recommended approval for $260,000 increase for Pronto Pest Management, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended approval for $520,000 increase for Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended approval to accept $382,949 Wayne County Park Millage Grant (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is reviewing various city contracts and appointments. This includes reappointments to the Historic Designation Advisory Board and updates on legal services for indigent people. The committee will also consider a new contract for investigative case management software.

• $1,000,000 contract for investigative case management software
• $787,500 increase for pre-arraignment legal services
• $1,445,925 increase for post-arraignment legal services
• $42,500 settlement in Sherita Gary v City of Detroit
• Reappointments to the Historic Designation Advisory Board

The Internal Operations Standing Committee approved minutes and interviewed three reappointments to the Historic Designation Advisory Board, sending each to the formal session with a recommendation to approve (3-0). It also recommended approval of several contracts and resolutions, including a $42,500 lawsuit settlement and legal services contracts for indigent defense, while tabling or delaying several other items. All votes recorded were 3-0.

• Approved July 10, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Louis Fisher reappointment to Historic Designation Advisory Board (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Dr. Carolyn Carter reappointment to Historic Designation Advisory Board (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Calvin Jackson reappointment to Historic Designation Advisory Board (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $42,500 settlement in Sherita Gary v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution for public application process for Tenant's Rights Commission (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $260,980.88 contract amendment with Government Jobs.com (NeoGov) for HR applicant tracking, pending correction letter (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,000,000 contract with Wingswept, LLC for investigative case management software (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council is reviewing several contract amendments for referral to standing committees. These include funding increases for legal services for indigent people and a new investigative software system. The agenda also includes petitions for summer festivals at Hart Plaza.

• Funding increase for pre- and post-arraignment legal services totaling $4,029,070
• $1,000,000 contract for investigative case management software
• $562,868.37 contract for a street medicine team for the unsheltered
• Petitions for the Detroit Jazz Festival and Summer Soul Music Festival at Hart Plaza
• Sale of 9106 Kercheval to Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects for $45,000

The City Council approved a $21.35 million contract for the West Chicago South Stormwater Improvement Project and authorized multiple legal settlements totaling over $1 million. Council also introduced an ordinance to amend the City Code regarding oversight funding and approved a recess from July 31 to September 2, 2024.

• Approved $21.35M West Chicago South Stormwater Improvement Project (8-0)
• Approved $800,000 settlement for Estate of India Sullivan (8-0)
• Approved $154,740 settlement for Eric Merck (8-0)
• Approved $1.99M demolition contract for DMC Consultants, Inc. (7-1)
• Approved $1.8M contract for MSA Breathing Apparatuses from MacQueen Emergency (8-0)
• Approved $1.19M ammunition purchase increase for Detroit Police Department (8-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend City Code regarding oversight funding (8-0)
• Approved City Council recess from July 31 to September 2, 2024 (8-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The committee will discuss the acquisition of private property for a neighborhood solar project. The agenda also includes several contract amendments for blight removal, sidewalk repairs, and trash removal services. Additionally, members will review requests regarding noise ordinances and child safety seating on buses.

• Resolution of Necessity for private property acquisition for the Solar Generation Initiative
• Contract with Lightstar Renewables for solar photovoltaic energy development
• $711,094.34 contract increase for 3D Wrecking, LLC to provide fill materials
• $277,000.00 contract with Derq USA, Inc. for traffic safety data software
• Emergency demolition contracts for residential properties on Parkwood, Commonwealth, and Gable

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee moved several contracts for emergency demolitions, trash-out services, and blight removal to formal session. The committee also received and filed reports on dangerous buildings and legislative support resolutions.

• Approved July 1, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Moved $210,000 field inspection contract (Beam, Longest and Neff, LLC) to formal session (3-0)
• Moved $200,000 increase for fill material removal (Salenbien Trucking and Excavating, Inc.) to formal session (3-0)
• Moved $711,094.34 increase for fill material removal (3D Wrecking, LLC) to formal session (3-0)
• Moved three emergency demolition contracts for LeadHead Construction, LLC to formal session (3-0)
• Moved two sidewalk repair time extensions for Detroit Next, Inc. to formal session (3-0)
• Moved four trash-out contracts for Special Multi-Services, Inc. and Emerging Industries Training Institute to formal session (3-0)
• Received and filed report on Dangerous Buildings Findings and Orders for June 21, 2024 (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is reviewing several city contracts and legal settlements. Items include a $2,600,000 funding increase for real estate services and pay adjustments for the Assistant Chief of Landscape Architecture. The committee will also address upcoming summer recess dates.

• $2,600,000 contract increase for real estate services and relocation assistance
• $800,000 settlement in the lawsuit of the Estate of India Sullivan v. City of Detroit
• Pay adjustment for Assistant Chief of Landscape Architecture to $81,944-$107,475
• Legal representation for city employees in the Tatiana Billings v. City of Detroit lawsuit
• City Council Summer Recess from July 31 through September 2, 2024

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended several lawsuit settlements and a City Council recess for approval. The committee also recommended a pay range increase for the Assistant Chief of Landscape Architecture and the reappointment of Melanie Bazil to the Historic Designation Advisory Board.

• Recommended approval of $800,000 settlement for Estate of India Sullivan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $154,740 settlement for Eric Merck (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $50,000 settlement for Kenetra C. Young (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $8,500 settlement for Larry Smith (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $3,000 settlement for Timothy Tharp (3-0)
• Recommended approval of City Council recess from July 31 to Sept 2, 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended pay range increase for Assistant Chief of Landscape Architecture to $81,944-$107,475 (3-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Melanie Bazil to Historic Designation Advisory Board (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is reviewing a contract amendment for UHY Advisors Great Lakes, Inc. to increase funds by $750,000 for grant compliance services. The committee will also consider an ordinance regarding proportional funding oversight and review a report on marijuana excise tax revenues.

• Contract amendment for UHY Advisors Greatly Lakes, Inc. to increase funds by $750,000 for grant compliance services
• Ordinance to amend the Detroit City Code regarding proportional funding and oversight
• Report on marijuana excise tax revenues
• Status report on 2023-2024 financial and budgetary priorities

The committee moved a proposal to amend the City Code regarding proportional funding for oversight agencies to a formal introduction and public hearing. A report on financial and budgetary priorities was received and filed, while a contract amendment for grant compliance services was removed from the agenda.

• Approved minutes (2-0)
• Sent proposal to amend City Code Chapter 17 regarding oversight funding to formal introduction and public hearing (2-0)
• Received and filed Legislative Policy Division report on 2023-2024 financial and budgetary priorities (2-0)
• Removed UHY Advisors, Inc. grant compliance contract amendment from agenda (3-0)
• Assigned marijuana excise tax revenue report to LPD and OCFO to return in two weeks (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council will review several items for committee referral, including legal settlements and contract extensions. Notable items include an $800,000 settlement regarding a Fire Department lawsuit and funding increases for blight removal services. The agenda also includes petitions for parade banners and updates to the Pet Shop Ordinance.

• $800,000 settlement in the lawsuit of the Estate of India Sullivan v. City of Detroit
• $750,000 increase for UHY Advisors Great Lakes, Inc. for ARPA grant compliance services
• $711,094.34 increase to 3D Wrecking, LLC for blight removal and fill materials
• $154,740 settlement in the lawsuit of Eric Merck v. City of Detroit
• Amendment to the Pet Shop Ordinance

The Detroit City Council approved numerous contracts, including a $3.6 million citywide uniform agreement and a $2.7 million Oracle support contract. The Council voted 1-8 to deny scheduling a closed session for legal representation of a former police officer, and failed two commercial demolition contracts totaling over $5.8 million. Several zoning amendments and property sales were also approved, while multiple demolition and abatement contracts were postponed for further review.

• Approved $3,641,067.72 citywide uniform contract (9-0)
• Denied scheduling closed session for legal indemnification of former police officer Xhesjan Zaimi (1-8)
• Failed $2,262,865.00 commercial abatement contract Group 247 (4-5)
• Failed $3,579,175.60 commercial abatement contract Group 248 (4-5)
• Approved $2,691,679.36 Oracle ERP managed support services contract (9-0)
• Approved $2,720,855.55 demolition release group R9 contract (7-2)
• Approved $1,830,000.00 GIS mapping software contract (9-0)
• Postponed Solar Equity Fund creation for one week (9-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The committee will discuss a resolution to acquire private property through condemnation for the city's Solar Initiative. The agenda also includes reviews of contracts for stormwater improvements, blight inspections, and emergency demolitions.

• Resolution of Necessity for acquiring private property for the Solar Initiative
• $21,354,100 contract for West Chicago South Stormwater Improvement Project
• $210,000 contract for blight field inspection services
• $20,000 increase to a police ammunition contract totaling $1,192,800
• Multiple emergency demolition contracts for residential properties

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee sent several contracts to the full City Council with recommendations to approve, including a $21,354,100 stormwater improvement project and multiple emergency demolitions. Solar-related contracts and a Resolution of Necessity for the Solar Generation Initiative were held for one week. A Great Lakes Water Authority street vacation petition was sent to Formal Session with no recommendation.

• Approved minutes of 06-24-2024 (3-0)
• Sent Contract No. 6006290, West Chicago South Stormwater Improvement Project, $21,354,100, to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 3075274, emergency demolition at 2939 Taylor, $42,777, to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 3075384, emergency demolition at 4703 French, $32,522, to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 3075388, emergency demolition at 13980 Washburn, $23,800, to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 3075310, emergency demolition at 12916 Denmark, $25,777, to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 6006391, abatement and demolition at 8840 Ashton, $27,132.72, to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 6006302, firefighting foam, $191,180, to Formal Session with recommendation to approve (2-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will hold public hearings on rezoning requests for Oakland Avenue and 15th Street. It is also reviewing a proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in the city. Additionally, members will consider contracts for sewer repairs and CDBG fund auditing.

• $3,000,000 contract for private sewer repairs by Five Star Energy Services, LLC
• Proposed ordinance establishing a licensing framework for short-term rentals
• $74,850 contract for internal auditing of CDBG funds
• Rezoning Oakland Avenue alleyways to Small-Scale Mixed-Use
• Property sale of part of 6228 McClellan to MDOT

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee approved several zoning amendments, property sales, and contracts, sending them to the full City Council for final action. Several items, including a proposed short-term rental ordinance and various property transfers, were tabled for two weeks. The committee also directed staff to provide a report on parking in Corktown.

• Recommended approval for three zoning map amendments (3-0)
• Approved $74,850 contract for internal auditing services (3-0)
• Recommended approval for six city-owned property sales (3-0)
• Recommended approval for two MDOT construction easements (3-0)
• Tabled short-term rental ordinance for two weeks (3-0)
• Tabled $3M sewer repair contract for two weeks (3-0)
• Tabled five other items for two weeks (3-0)
• Directed staff to report on Corktown parking (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is reviewing various appointments, including Judge Edward Thomas for the Detroit Building Authority. The meeting also addresses several contract extensions and new service agreements. Additionally, the committee will discuss legal settlements and updates on investigations into city contracting issues.

• Contract for GIS Geo-Location Mapping Software: $1,830,000
• Settlement in Elaine Keymo Murriel v City of Detroit: $700,000
• Contract for 200 KW generator installation at Lyndon Garage: $365,932
• Pay adjustment for Assistant Chief of Landscape Architecture
• Appointment of Judge Edward Thomas to the Detroit Building Authority

The Internal Operations Standing Committee met with only two members present (Johnson and Waters) and moved a long list of items to the formal session, including a $1.83M GIS software contract, a $365,932 ARPA-funded generator installation, several lawsuit settlements, and the joint re-appointment of Judge Edward Thomas to the Detroit Building Authority. The committee also received and filed reports on Inspector General debarments and a Board of Review appointment request. Several items were held for later, including a compensation schedule amendment and a reverse-conviction litigation contract.

• Approved minutes of June 19, 2024 (2-0)
• Moved Judge Edward Thomas re-appointment to Detroit Building Authority to formal session (2-0)
• Moved Peggy Goodwin appointment to Tow Rate Commission to formal session pending resolution (2-0)
• Moved Dr. Jameel Smith for Board of Ethics to formal session (2-0)
• Moved Carron Pinkins for Board of Ethics to formal session (2-0)
• Received and filed OIG Den-Man debarment and DLBA investigative report (2-0)
• Held HR compensation schedule amendment for Assistant Chief of Landscape Architecture; bring back in 1 week (2-0)
• Moved $6,956,644 CompOne Administrators insurance extension to formal session (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing a resolution to create and fund the Solar Equity Fund for the Solar Neighborhood Project. Members are also considering several contract amendments that increase funding for Oracle ERP support, grant compliance, and economic data analysis. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on Detroit Public Library administrative costs and misdemeanor ordinance fiscal impacts.

• Creation and funding of the Solar Equity Fund
• Contract for Oracle ERP support totaling $2,691,679.36
• Contract amendment for economic data analysis increasing total funds to $2,514,390.00
• Contract amendment for grant compliance services increasing total funds to $2,250,000.00
• Contract for Auditor General office renovations totaling $543,600.00

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee met June 26, 2024 with Chairperson Durhal and Vice Chairperson Young present; member Santiago-Romero was absent. The committee voted 2-0 to send a series of contracts and resolutions to the full City Council with a recommendation to approve, including a $2,691,679.36 three-year Oracle ERP managed support contract and a $3,641,067.72 citywide uniform contract. Several items were held for later review, including a proposed amendment to Chapter 17 of the City Code on oversight funding (brought back in one week) and a cost-benefit analysis request on large events (brought back in two weeks). Two reports — on Detroit Public Library reduced administrative costs and the city's ten-month financial report — were received and filed.

• Approved minutes of June 19, 2024 (2-0)
• Sent Contract 6006045, $138,000 parcel assessment compliance study (IAAO, LLC), to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract 6006188, Paymentus payment processing platform, $0.00, to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract 6006311, $2,691,679.36 Oracle ERP managed support (Vigilant Technologies), to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract 6002054-A1, University of Michigan economic data analysis amendment, $1,312,499 increase (total $2,514,390), to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract 6003757-A1, UHY Advisors grant compliance amendment, $750,000 increase (total $2,250,000), to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contracts 6005363-A1 and 6005364-A1, W.W. Grainger and MSC Industrial facility supplies amendments, $1,500,000 increase each (total $2,500,000 each), to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract 6003001-A4, Applications Software Technology Oracle support amendment, $147,117.56 increase (total $4,157,007.68), to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council is reviewing several contract amendments and new agreements for services including stormwater improvements, sewer repairs, and cannabis regulation. The agenda also includes a zoning amendment for the Research Park West area and updates on the Neighborhood Solar Initiative.

• $21,354,100 contract for West Chicago South Stormwater Improvement Project
• $1,500,000 contract increase for facility supplies and equipment from W.W. Grainger, Inc.
• Zoning amendment for Research Park West to update industrial and mixed-use classifications
• $3,000,000 contract for private sewer repairs by Five Star Energy Services, LLC
• Petition for 'Hour Detroit's GrillFest' at Campus Martius Park and Cadillac Square

The Detroit City Council held its formal session on June 25, 2024, approving numerous contracts, property sales, zoning amendments, and grant acceptances. Key actions included passing the FY 2023-2024 Year-End Close Transfers and Budget Amendments Resolution, approving various private sewer repair and demolition contracts, and supporting state legislation regarding tenant rights. Several items, such as certain commercial demolition contracts, were postponed for one week.

• Approved FY 2023-2024 Year-End Close Transfers and Budget Amendments Resolution (6-0)
• Approved zoning amendment for Research Park West area to M2 and SD2 (8-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 contract with DMC Consultants for private sewer repairs (8-0)
• Approved $650,000 contract with SHAR House for behavioral health services in shelters (8-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 contract with Murphy Pipeline Contractors for private sewer repairs (8-0)
• Approved $5,000,000 contract with LGC Global for private sewer repairs (8-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 contract with Major Contracting Group for private sewer repairs (8-0)
• Approved $1,500,000 contract increase for Detroit Building Authority real estate services (8-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing on amending the city code to prohibit the unlawful restraint of patrons in Detroit businesses. The meeting also includes discussions on DDOT performance metrics and reviews several large-scale construction and demolition contracts.

• Public hearing regarding new protections against unlawful restraint of patrons
• $2,112,011.55 contract for Salenbiem Trucking and Excavating, Inc. for commercial structure abatement
• $3,579,175.60 contract for Adamo Demolition Company for commercial structure abatement
• $277,000.00 contract for traffic safety AI software from Derq USA, Inc.
• $1,172,800.00 ammunition purchase contract extension for the Detroit Police Department

The committee reviewed numerous contracts for commercial abatement, emergency residential demolitions, and police equipment, recommending approval for most items to move to the full City Council. A proposed ordinance prohibiting the unlawful restraint of patrons in city businesses was advanced with a recommendation to approve. Several items, including a traffic safety AI contract and various council memorandums, were tabled for future discussion.

• Recommended approval of ordinance prohibiting unlawful restraint of patrons (2-0)
• Recommended approval of six commercial abatement contracts totaling over $16M (2-0)
• Recommended approval of 18 emergency demolition contracts for residential and commercial properties (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.17M police ammunition contract extension (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $15M Community Health Corps services extension (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $2.9M property management services for Public Safety HQ (2-0)
• Tabled $277K AI traffic safety software contract for two weeks (2-0)
• Tabled memorandums on sign ordinances, marijuana equity violations, and Himmelhoch Apartments (2-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee sent several items to the June 25, 2024 formal session with recommendations to approve, including a zoning amendment for the former Research Park West area and multiple contracts. It recommended approval of four private sewer repair contracts totaling $14 million in CDBG-DR funding, plus a $650,000 opioid settlement-funded behavioral health contract and a $1.5 million contract increase. Several items were held for later dates, and one memorandum was received and filed.

• Sent to formal session with recommendation to approve: zoning amendment for former Research Park West area (M2/SD2 replacing PD/M4) (3-0)
• Sent to formal session with recommendation to approve: $68,428 property sale to Prince Realty, LLC at 16th/18th Street and W. Forest Avenue (3-0)
• Sent to formal session with recommendation to approve: property sale to MMII LLC at 14700 Dexter and adjacent parcels (3-0)
• Sent to formal session with recommendation to approve: rezoning of 2075-2099 Vermont Street from R2 to PD (3-0)
• Sent to formal session with recommendation to approve: $650,000 opioid settlement contract with Self Help Addiction Rehabilitation for behavioral health services in shelters (3-0)
• Sent to formal session with recommendation to approve: $1.5M increase to Detroit Building Authority property management contract, total $9.75M (3-0)
• Sent to formal session with recommendation to approve: four CDBG-DR private sewer repair contracts — DMC Consultants ($3M), Major Contracting Group ($3M), Murphy Pipeline Contractors ($3M), LGC Global ($5M) (2-0 each)
• Sent to formal session with recommendation to approve: City acquisition of 654, 710, 716 Mt. Elliott for $850,000 (2-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing petitions to host the Detroit Free Press Marathon and the D6 Annual Celebration. The committee is also considering a $62,539 funding increase for blight remediation services. Additionally, members will discuss a skatepark construction grant application and utility easements for DTE Electric Company.

• $62,539 contract increase for blight remediation by Motor City Preservation, LLC
• Petition to host the Detroit Free Press Marathon from October 18–20
• Petition for the D6 Annual Celebration at Riverside Park on August 17
• Authorization to apply for a $25,000 Skatepark Construction Grant
• Underground gas easements for DTE Electric Company at two city parks

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee met with three members present (Young, Benson, Whitfield-Calloway) and approved its prior minutes 3-0. The committee voted 3-0 to send several items to the full City Council with a recommendation to approve, including permits for the Detroit Free Press Marathon and the D6 Annual Celebration, a $62,539 increase for blight remediation services, a no-cost amendment adding credit card processing, a $25,000 skatepark grant application, and two DTE underground gas easements at Riverside Park and Vollington Bristol Park. These are recommendations to the full Council, not final approvals. Public comment was heard from several residents; no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Detroit Free Press Marathon permit, Oct 18-20 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of D6 Annual Celebration permit at Riverside Park, Aug 17 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $62,539 increase for blight remediation contract with Motor City Preservation, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $0 amendment adding PayTrac credit card processing to Vermont Systems contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $25,000 grant application to The Skatepark Project (3-0)
• Recommended approval of DTE underground gas easement at 3621 W Jefferson (Riverside Park) (3-0)
• Recommended approval of DTE underground gas easement at 2781 E Larned (Vollington Bristol Park) (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council session includes the referral of various items to standing committees for review. These items include technology service contracts, police executive wage adjustments, and emergency demolition projects. The meeting also features Spirit of Detroit award presentations.

• $2,691,679.36 contract for Oracle ERP support services
• 4% wage increase for non-union uniformed police executives
• $650,000 contract for behavioral health services in homeless shelters
• $1,830,000 contract for GIS geo-location mapping software and services
• Authorization of DTE gas easements at Riverside Park and Vollington Bristol Park

Detroit City Council approved a $45,177,972.75 contract with New Flyer of America for 45 hybrid buses, along with several demolition and housing contracts. The council also approved a curfew for minors around the June 24 fireworks display and appointed Eva Garza-DeWaelsche to the Board of Police Commissioners 4-3. Many items were referred to standing committees, and several demolition contracts were postponed for one week.

• Approved $45,177,972.75 contract for 45 hybrid buses (9-0 with waiver)
• Approved $4,388,725 abatement and alteration of 5 commercial structures (5-4)
• Approved $2,915,451.47 abatement and alteration of commercial structures (4-5)
• Approved $2,325,975.75 demolition contract (7-2)
• Approved $2,344,274.10 demolition contract (7-2)
• Approved $2,059,353.71 demolition contract (7-2)
• Approved $146,685 trash out contract (7-2)
• Approved curfew for minors around June 24 fireworks (9-0 with waiver)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The committee will review several large contracts for vehicle purchases and building demolitions. It will also discuss a proposed curfew for minors during the June 24 fireworks display and address ongoing public safety concerns on West Davison Street.

• Proposed curfew for minors from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. during the June 24 fireworks display
• $45,177,972.75 contract for the purchase of 45 hybrid buses
• Ordinance prohibiting direct fueling of unregistered ATVs at gas stations
• $1,000,000.00 contract for an emergency dispatch protocol system
• $3,579,175.60 contract for commercial structure abatement

The committee moved a proposed ordinance prohibiting the direct fueling of unregistered ATVs at gas stations to a formal session. Several grant applications and contracts were advanced to formal sessions, while dozens of dangerous buildings were ordered for demolition.

• Moved ATV fueling prohibition ordinance to formal session (2-0)
• Approved demolition orders for 38 properties, including 3592 17th and 19374 Goulburn
• Moved $29,550 emergency demolition contract for 15339 La Salle Blvd to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $251,299 aluminum sign blanks contract to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $0 cash rewards program for police tips to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $400,000 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program Grant to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $10M Safe Streets for All grant application to formal session (2-0)
• Received and filed reports on 3rd Precinct sidewalks and West Davison Street concerns (2-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing petitions for several June festivals and a car show. The agenda also includes multiple contracts for cemetery management, park improvements, and tree removal services.

• Contract for Northwest Activity Center park improvements ($635,353.00)
• Amendment to tree removal contract with Detroit Grounds Crew, LLC ($2,024,000.00 total)
• Petition for Juneteenth Freedom Fest at 2934 Russell St.
• Contract for private tree removal and trimming services ($500,000.00)
• Acceptance of $100,000 Community Energy Management Program Grant

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted 3-0 to send a slate of Mayor's Office event petitions, city contracts and a state grant to the formal session agenda with recommendations to approve. Contracts included $635,353 for Northwest Activity Center park improvements, $500,000 for private tree removal and trimming, and a $512,000 increase to a non-right-of-way tree removal contract. The committee also recommended a $100,000 state energy grant and received a report on donated park assets. Final approval rests with the full City Council, which has not yet acted on these items.

• Recommended approval of Juneteenth Freedom Fest at 2934 Russell St on June 16 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Nine Design & Homes Festival of The Arts on June 22 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of East vs West Custom Car Show at Hart Plaza on June 23 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $29,166.66 cemetery management services contract with Premier Group Associates, LC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $635,353 park improvements contract at Northwest Activity Center with Michigan Recreational Construction, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $75,000 summer camp programming contract with Fit4Life Health and Wellness, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $50,000 Eliza Howell Park improvements contract with Michigan Recreational Construction, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $500,000 private tree removal and trimming contract with J-Mac Tree & Debris, LLC (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee is discussing a strategic plan to end homelessness in Detroit. The agenda also includes reviewing contract amendments for housing services and neighborhood beautification, alongside several property sales.

• $2,975,338 increase for Detroit Housing Services call center and direct services
• $2,500,000 increase for the Neighborhood Beautification Grant Program
• $1,500,000 contract to provide youth wages for the Grow Detroit Young Talent program
• Rezoning of four parcels on Vermont Street from R2 to Planned Development
• Proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in Detroit

The committee advanced several contracts to the full City Council for approval, including a $13.4 million amendment for Detroit Housing Services and a $2.5 million increase for neighborhood beautification. They also recommended approving a $1.5 million grant for youth wages and property sales totaling over $100,000. Several items, including a short-term rental ordinance and multiple property transfers, were tabled for further discussion in future meetings.

• Recommended approval of $13,390,180 contract amendment for Detroit Housing Services (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $3,500,000 contract amendment for Neighborhood Beautification (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,500,000 grant for Grow Detroit Young Talent wages (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $41,000 property sale at 12026 and 12100 Linwood Street (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $34,300 property sale at 330 John R (3-0)
• Tabled short-term rental licensing ordinance for 2 weeks (3-0)
• Tabled property transfer to MMII LLC for 1 week (3-0)
• Tabled property sale to Prince Realty, LLC for 1 week (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is reviewing updates on property tax reform and the fiscal impact of an emergency fireworks curfew ordinance. The meeting also includes reports on ARPA funds status and a request for a cost-benefit analysis of large events.

• Property Tax Reform Ordinance legal opinion
• Emergency Fireworks Curfew Ordinance fiscal impact
• NEZ Certificate Application voting options
• ARPA Funds Status as of April 30, 2024
• Cost-benefit analysis request for large events

The committee recommended approval of a resolution to waive attorney-client privilege regarding a Law Department opinion on the Property Tax Reform Ordinance. Several reports were received and filed, and requests for cost analyses were assigned to city offices.

• Approved minutes from last session (3-0)
• Received and filed Law Department opinion on Property Tax Reform Ordinance (3-0)
• Received and filed fiscal impact of Emergency Fireworks Curfew Ordinance (3-0)
• Received and filed LPD report on NEZ Certificate Applications (3-0)
• Received and filed ARPA funds status report as of April 30, 2024 (3-0)
• Received and filed report on payments to Public Art Fund by illegal sign erectors (3-0)
• Recommended approval to waive attorney-client privilege on Property Tax Reform Ordinance opinion (3-0)
• Assigned requests for Detroit Public Library administrative costs and large event cost-benefit analysis to CFO and other departments (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The committee is conducting interviews for Board of Ethics candidates and discussing several legal settlements involving city employees. The agenda also includes a $6.9 million contract extension for insurance services and a pay adjustment for the Assistant Chief of Landscape Architecture.

• $6,956,644 total contract extension for workers' compensation and auto insurance
• $210,000 contract for federal lobbyist services with Boundary Stone Partners, LLC
• $97,500 settlement in the lawsuit of Jesse Duncan vs City of Detroit
• Pay adjustment for Assistant Chief of Landscape Architecture to a range of $81,944-$107,475
• Interviews for Board of Ethics candidates Dr. Jameel Smith and Carron Pinkins

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended approving a $210,000 contract for federal lobbyist services and two legal settlements totaling $106,000. The committee also recommended approving a resolution in support of Michigan Senate Bill 27 and waiving privilege on a legal opinion regarding animal keeping by non-profits.

• Recommended approval of $210,000 contract for Boundary Stone Partners, LLC for federal lobbyist services (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $97,500 settlement in Jesse Duncan v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $8,500 settlement in Sharon Guillory v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution supporting Michigan Senate Bill 27 (3-0)
• Recommended approval to waive privilege on legal opinion regarding animal keeping by registered non-profits (3-0)
• Removed request for waiver of privilege regarding Property Tax Reform Ordinance (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 5, 2024 (2-0)
• Tabled interviews for Board of Ethics positions and several indemnification requests

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council is reviewing several large-scale service contracts and property sales. The agenda includes an ordinance regarding unregistered ATVs and pay adjustments for city staff. Additionally, committees will receive reports on investigations and industry board appointments.

• Contract extension for CompOne Administrators, Inc. totaling $6,956,644.00
• Ordinance prohibiting direct fueling of unregistered ATVs at gas stations
• $512,000 increase to Detroit Grounds Crew, LLC tree removal contract
• Sale of 12026 and 12100 Linwood Street for $41,000.00
• Commercial structure abatement contracts totaling over $7.8 million

The City Council approved several legal settlements totaling over $1.2 million and authorized multiple network cabling and plumbing contracts. The council also approved an ordinance allowing non-residents to be eligible for secondary street signs and established a 'Dining with Confidence' food service license subdivision.

• Approved $600,000 settlement for Kevin Socha v Kenneth Bolinger and City of Detroit (9-0)
• Approved $300,000 settlement for Tatiana Billings v City of Detroit (9-0)
• Approved $200,000 settlement for Eric Version v City of Detroit (9-0)
• Approved ordinance allowing non-residents eligibility for secondary street signs (8-0)
• Approved $5.5M contract for Joe Louis Greenway construction (8-1)
• Approved $1.5M plumbing contracts each for Benkari LLC and Limbach Company LLC (9-0)
• Approved four $500,000 network cabling contracts for various city locations (9-0)
• Approved 'Dining with Confidence' food service license subdivision (9-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The committee will hold public hearings regarding the Streetcar System ordinance and "Dining with Confidence" food service regulations. Members will also review several proposed construction and demolition contracts. Various updates on city infrastructure and policy will be discussed.

• Public hearing for amending the Streetcar System ordinance
• Public hearing for "Dining with Confidence" food service establishment rules
• Proposed contract for Northwest Activities Center renovation: $1,365,000.00
• Proposed demolition contract with DMC Consultants, Inc.: $2,144,682.22
• Proposed demolition contract with SC Environmental Services, LLC: $2,325,975.75

The committee recommended that the full City Council approve several construction, demolition, and health-related contracts, including a $1.36M renovation project for the Northwest Activities Center. Members also advanced proposed ordinances regarding food service establishment licensing and streetcar system regulations. Several other administrative items were received and filed or tabled for future committee meetings.

• Recommended approval of 15 contracts for demolition and health services (2-1 or 3-0)
• Advanced food service establishment ordinance to formal session (3-0)
• Advanced streetcar system regulation ordinance to formal session (2-0)
• Approved grant application for $550k Justice and Mental Health program (3-0)
• Tabled sign ordinance update for two weeks (2-0)
• Tabled mobility management policy report for three weeks (2-0)
• Tabled sidewalk and streetlight reports for one week (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold deliberations regarding the 2024-2025 Homeless Solutions Funding Program (CDBG). This discussion involves the Legislative Policy Division, City Planning Commission, and Housing and Revitalization Department.

• Deliberations on the 2024-2025 Homeless Solutions Funding Program (CDBG)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several items including youth employment funding and property sales. Discussions include a study for the I-375 Reconnecting Communities project and grant applications for neighborhood planning.

• $1,500,000 contract for Grow Detroit Young Talent (GDYT) program
• $349,818 contract for I-375 Reconnecting Communities study
• $500,000 HUD Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant application
• Sale of 7521 Greenfield to Hollywood Management, LLC for $6,600
• Temporary construction easement on Pleasant Street for GLWA

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee met with only two members present (Tate and Durhal) and moved several items to formal session, including a $349,818 contract for I-375 rezoning and land use planning services, a $6,600 property sale at 7521 Greenfield, and a temporary construction easement for GLWA on Pleasant Street. It also advanced a $500,000 Choice Neighborhoods grant application and a $25,000 lead safety grant amendment. Other items were received and filed or held for later consideration; no final approvals were made at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of May 23, 2024 (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: Contract No. 6006346, $349,818 for I-375 Reconnecting Communities zoning and land use study with Interboro Partners, LLC (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: property sale of 7521 Greenfield to Hollywood Management, LLC for $6,600 (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: temporary construction easement for GLWA at 12407-12325 Pleasant for no consideration (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: authorization to apply for $500,000 HUD Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant with $25,000 match (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: accept and appropriate additional $25,000 Lead Health and Safety grant (CHIP Healthy Homes) (2-0)
• Received and filed: reports on Detroit Building Authority properties, health research advisory council, sign waiver hearing, vacant building flyer, 601 Piquette update, and Def Sound Studio House Historic District (2-0)
• Held for two weeks: Transferable Development Rights report, 601 Piquette Community Benefits Ordinance trigger, US12 Michigan Avenue corridor project (2-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The committee is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and community event petitions. Items include funding for the Joe Louis Greenway and citywide street tree maintenance. The agenda also includes status updates on various park restorations and upcoming summer events.

• $5,500,000 contract for Joe Louis Greenway Segments J-K construction
• $750,000 contract for citywide street tree removal and trimming
• $343,800 revenue contract to license space at Northwest Activity Center
• Petition for the 2024 Ford Fireworks event at the Detroit River
• $250,000 increase for dump truck rental services

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will consider a proposed ordinance to amend the Detroit City Code regarding proportional funding for oversight agencies. The committee will also review fiscal impact statements for fugitive dust and fireworks curfew ordinances. Additionally, members will discuss Neighborhood Enterprise Zone applications for new houses on Fischer Avenue.

• Proposed ordinance to add proportional funding oversight to Chapter 17 of the Detroit City Code
• Request to write off aged EMS delinquent accounts receivables
• Fiscal impact reports for Fugitive Dust and Emergency Fireworks Curfew ordinances
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone applications for seven single-family houses on Fischer Avenue
• Status report of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds as of April 30, 2024

The committee recommended approving the write-off of aged EMS delinquent accounts receivables and Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates for seven new houses on Fischer. Several other reports and ordinances were tabled for further review.

• Approved May 22, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Recommended approval to write-off aged EMS delinquent accounts receivables (2-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificates for seven houses at 1738, 1742, 1746, 1752, 1771, 1795 and 1805 Fischer (2-0)
• Received and filed fiscal impact report on Proposed Fugitive Dust Ordinance (2-0)
• Tabled Property Tax Reform Ordinance opinion for 1 week (2-0)
• Tabled fiscal impact report on Misdemeanor Violations amendments for 3 weeks (2-0)
• Tabled proposed ordinance regarding Oversight Funding for 2 weeks (2-0)
• Tabled ARPA funds status report for 1 week (2-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The committee will hold deliberations regarding the 2024-2025 Homeless Solutions Funding Program (CDBG). This item involves the Legislative Policy Division, City Planning Commission, and Housing and Revitalization Department.

• Deliberations on the 2024-2025 Homeless Solutions Funding Program (CDBG)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is reviewing proposals for four $500,000 information technology contracts to install structured network cabling across city locations. The agenda also includes a $210,000 contract for federal lobbying services and multiple law department requests to settle police-related lawsuits or fund legal representation for city employees. These items address municipal infrastructure upgrades, regulatory compliance costs, and municipal liability.

• Four contracts totaling $2,000,000 for structured network cabling installation with Infinite Technologies, Nerds Xpress, Decima, and Groundwork 0 through June 3, 2027
• Contract No. 6006291: $210,000 for federal lobbyist services with Boundary Stone Partners, LLC through June 30, 2025
• $600,000 settlement proposal in Kevin Socha v Kenneth Bolinger and City of Detroit police lawsuit
• $300,000 case evaluation acceptance in Tatiana Billings v City of Detroit general services lawsuit
• Legal representation and indemnification requests for multiple retired and active police officers and city staff in pending lawsuits

The committee recommended denying the appointment of Eva Garza-DeWaelsche to the Board of Police Commissioners. Members approved several legal settlements and four $500,000 network cabling contracts for recommendation to the full council. The Law Department was also directed to review potential rezoning needs in specific neighborhoods.

• Recommended denial of Eva Garza-DeWaelsche for Board of Police Commissioners (2-0)
• Approved $25,000 settlement for Delano Williams v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Approved $60,000 settlement for Joann McGhee v Fitzgerald Harris and City of Detroit (2-0)
• Approved four $500,000 network cabling contracts for Infinite Technologies, Nerds Xpress, Decima, and Groundwork 0 (2-0)
• Approved $200,000 settlement for Eric Version v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Approved $600,000 settlement for Kevin Socha v Kenneth Bolinger and City of Detroit (2-0)
• Approved $300,000 case evaluation acceptance for Tatiana Billings v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Directed Law Department to review if specific neighborhoods need rezoning (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council is reviewing several items, including legal settlements for lawsuits involving the police department. The agenda also includes a contract increase for dump truck rentals and requests for summer park events. Additionally, the council will consider property sales by the Detroit Land Bank Authority.

• $200,000 settlement in Eric Versen v City of Detroit lawsuit
• $250,000 contract increase for dump truck rentals with Big Truck Rental, LLC
• $35,000 settlements for Curtis Williams and Jeanne Walsh lawsuits
• Approval request for 'Summer in the Parks' event at various city parks
• Acceptance of a $25,000 Lead Health Safety grant

The City Council approved several contracts for community violence intervention, demolition, and equipment, and established a fireworks curfew for June 24, 2024. Council also approved various event permits and recognized several observances for the month of June. Several other items were postponed or referred to standing committees for further review.

• Approved $1.365M cemetery operations contract (6-1)
• Approved $491,928 emergency demolition contract (6-0)
• Approved $6.25M automatic license plate reader contract (6-1)
• Approved fireworks curfew ordinance for June 24 (7-0)
• Approved $1.549M HIV/AIDS grant appropriation (7-0)
• Denied appeal hearing for Bobby Ferguson (7-0)
• Approved four event permits via walk-on motions (7-0)
• Tabled secondary street sign ordinance (6-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee, expanded to all nine City Council members, is meeting to discuss, hold a public hearing on, and hear appeals regarding the 2024-2025 Homeless Solution Funding Program, which uses CDBG funds. The agenda includes a discussion, a public hearing, and an appeals hearing, all focused on this funding program. Public comment will be accepted.

• Discussion of 2024-2025 Homeless Solution Funding Program (CDBG)
• Public hearing on 2024-2025 Homeless Solution Funding Program
• Appeals hearing on 2024-2025 Homeless Solution Funding Program
• Notices of absence for members, including Young II

The committee conducted a discussion, a public hearing, and an appeals hearing regarding the 2024-2025 Homeless Solution Funding Program Overview (CDBG). No formal votes or decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Detroit City Council's Public Health and Safety Standing Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on a range of public safety, health, and contracting items. The agenda includes several contracts for community violence intervention, police technology, and building services, as well as proposed ordinances and reports on blight and street conditions. Many items are brought back from previous meetings for further consideration.

• Contract 6006209: $6,250,000 for automatic license plate readers at freeway locations (Flock Group, Inc.)
• Contract 6005921: $750,000 for residential redevelopment of vacant parcels in North Cork Town (The Community Builders, Inc.)
• Contract 6005280-A1: $665,000 increase for Farwell Recreation Center gymnasium construction (DeAngelis Diamond Construction, LLC)
• Emergency ordinance to impose an 8 p.m. curfew for minors on June 24, 2024, for the Detroit Annual Fireworks Display
• Contract 6006087: $377,025 for evaluation services for the ShotStopper CVI program (University of Michigan)

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee reviewed numerous contracts and memoranda. The committee voted to send multiple contracts to the full City Council for approval, including a $6.25 million contract for automatic license plate readers and several extensions for community violence intervention programs. Several memoranda regarding local issues like vacant buildings and transit policy were tabled for future discussion.

• Recommended approval of $6.25M contract for Automatic License Plate Readers (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $750K contract for North Cork Town residential redevelopment (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.5M plumbing services contracts with Benkari LLC and Limbach Company LLC (2-0 each)
• Recommended approval of $4.3M amended contract for Farwell Recreation Center gymnasium (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $377K contract for Shotstopper CVI Program evaluation (2-0)
• Recommended approval of extensions for five Community Violence Intervention contracts totaling $1.4M each (2-0 each)
• Recommended approval of $150K contract for exhaust contamination removal at fire stations (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $164K contract for Fire and EMS records management system (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The City Council approved an ordinance to create the Def Sound Studio House Historic District. The session also included approvals for multiple emergency demolitions, legal settlements, and various city contracts.

• Approved ordinance establishing Def Sound Studio House Historic District (7-0)
• Approved $300,000 settlement for Robert Williams v City of Detroit (7-0)
• Approved $1.3M contract for drug use intervention counseling with Families Against Narcotics, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $1.365M cemetery operations contract postponed (7-0)
• Approved 11 emergency demolition contracts for various residential and commercial properties (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M plumbing services contract with Limbach Company LLC (5-0)
• Approved $1.5M plumbing services contract with Benkari LLC (5-0)
• Approved zoning revisions for 2001 and 2091 15th Street to Major Business District (7-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold four public hearings, including one to create the Def Sound Studio House Historic District and another to amend street sign rules. The committee will also review contracts, zoning changes, property sales, and other economic development items, including several brought back from previous meetings.

• Public hearing to establish Def Sound Studio House Historic District (Chapter 21, Article II, Section 21-2-252)
• Public hearing on Commercial Facilities Exemption Certificate for 1420 Holden and 6217 Lincoln (1400 Holden LLC, P.A. 255 of 1978)
• Public hearing on Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate for 16703 E. Warren Ave (16703 Warren BD, LLC, P.A. 146 of 2000)
• Contract 6004886-A2 amendment: $665,000 increase for workforce development staffing with Detroit Employment Solutions Corp (total $1,820,268)
• Contract 6005951: $1,300,000 for drug use intervention counseling with Families Against Narcotics, Inc. (opioid settlement funding)

The committee recommended approval for the Def Sound Studio House Historic District and several tax exemptions. It also advanced a proposal to allow non-residents to be eligible for secondary street signs and approved a $1.3M contract for drug use intervention services.

• Recommended approval of Def Sound Studio House Historic District (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Commercial Facilities Exemption for 1400 Holden LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Obsolete Property Rehabilitation for 16703 Warren BD, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval to allow non-residents eligibility for secondary street signs (2-1)
• Recommended $665,000 contract increase for Detroit Employment Solutions Corp (3-0)
• Recommended $1.3M contract for Families Against Narcotics, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Second Ave. extension from Congress St. to Steve Yzerman Drive (3-0)
• Recommended public hearing for zoning change at 2001 and 2091 15th Street (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is meeting to review several items, including two street event petitions, two contracts for city services, and a 30-year license agreement. The committee will also hear public comment and consider approval of these items, which were referred to them on May 23, 2024.

• Contract No. 6006230: $750,000 for street tree removal and trimming citywide with Tree Man Services, LLC
• Contract No. 6006251: $5,500,000 for Joe Louis Greenway Segments J-K site work with Anglin Civil, LLC
• Petition for Dr. Otis Williams Street Naming Ceremony at 17376 Wisconsin St. on June 15
• Petition for Motor City Pride Parade at Griswold and Jefferson Ave. on June 9
• 30-year license agreement with J.W. Westcott Company for property at 12 24th Street

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee meeting on May 23, 2024, recorded no quorum as only Council Member Young was present. Because of this, no further business could be conducted, and items including street naming petitions, contracts, and a license agreement were sent to the June 6, 2024 committee meeting. The meeting also included chair remarks presenting awards and public comments.

• Adjourned due to lack of quorum until June 6, 2024
• Sent petition for Dr. Otis Williams Street Naming Ceremony to June 6, 2024 meeting
• Sent Motor City Pride Parade petition to June 6, 2024 meeting
• Sent Tree Man Services, LLC contract ($750,000.00) for citywide tree removal to June 6, 2024 meeting
• Sent Anglin Civil, LLC contract ($5,500,000.00) for Joe Louis Greenway Segments J-K to June 6, 2024 meeting
• Sent J.W. Westcott Company 30-year revenue license agreement to June 6, 2024 meeting

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to review several financial items, including a $500,000 contract for financial advisory services, a legal opinion on property tax reform, and various financial reports. The committee will also consider a PILOT agreement for a housing complex and proposed fees for the Responsible Contracting Ordinance. Most items are referred to the committee for discussion and potential action.

• Contract No. 6006297: $500,000 for financial advisory services with Public Resources Advisory Group, Inc., through May 31, 2027
• Law Department opinion on Property Tax Reform Ordinance (privileged and confidential)
• 2024-2025 FY Budget and Use of Funds for the Board of Review, including per diem rate increase and software expenditure
• Calumet 2024 MHT Limited Dividend Housing Association, LLC: PILOT for 26 apartments and 78 townhomes in Mid-town Detroit
• Proposed fees for certification of Construction Workforce Development and Investment Businesses under the Responsible Contracting Ordinance

The committee voted 3-0 to send three items to the full Council for final approval: a $500,000 financial advisory contract, the Board of Review's 2024-2025 budget, and a Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreement for the Calumet housing development. Several financial reports, including ARPA funds and Proposal N bond status, were received and filed. A report on property tax reform was tabled for two weeks.

• Recommended approval of $500,000 financial advisory contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Board of Review 2024-2025 budget (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Calumet 2024 MHT Housing PILOT (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Responsible Contracting Ordinance fees (3-0)
• Received and filed OCFO financial report for nine months ended March 31, 2024 (3-0)
• Received and filed Large Events Reporting for Jan-Mar 2024 (3-0)
• Received and filed ARPA funds status reports for Feb 29 and Mar 31, 2024 (3-0 each)
• Received and filed Proposal N Neighborhood Improvement Bond status report (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is meeting to consider a public hearing on a code amendment, several lawsuit settlements totaling over $580,000, and legal representation for police officers. It will also discuss unfinished business including the Bobby Ferguson debarment appeal, a zoning board nomination, and reports on animal keeping and ARPA-funded demolitions. The agenda is largely administrative, focusing on legal and procedural matters.

• Public hearing on ordinance to amend Section 1-1-11 of the 2019 Detroit City Code regarding severability
• Settlement of $300,000 in Robert Williams v City of Detroit police lawsuit
• Settlement of $120,000 in LaMarcus Massey v Marsalis Turner lawsuit
• Settlement of $60,000 in Joann McGhee v Fitzgerald Harris and City of Detroit lawsuit
• Legal representation for multiple police officers in lawsuits, including Lavelle Raynard Williams v City of Detroit

The committee advanced a $300,000 settlement in a lawsuit against the Police Department to the full Council for approval. It also recommended approving five other legal settlements totaling $205,000 and authorized legal representation for several police officers. Multiple other items, including further settlements and policy reviews, were tabled for future meetings.

• Recommended approval of $300,000 settlement in Williams v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $120,000 settlement in Massey v. Turner (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $42,500 settlement in Gary v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $20,000 settlement in Jones Estate v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $4,500 settlement in Warriors Pharmacy v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $4,500 offer of judgment in Kennedy v. City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended approval of legal indemnification for Officers Anderson, Suhr, and Atkinson (3-0)
• Tabled Bobby Ferguson OIG appeal for one week (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council is holding a formal session to consider several items, including a $5.5 million contract for Joe Louis Greenway construction, a property tax exemption (PILOT) for a Midtown housing complex, and multiple lawsuit settlements totaling over $285,000. The agenda also includes routine items like roll call, approval of minutes, and committee referrals.

• Contract No. 6006251: $5,500,000 for Joe Louis Greenway Segments J-K construction (Anglin Civil, LLC)
• Calumet 2024 MHT Limited Dividend Housing Association, LLC – PILOT for 104-unit apartment/townhome complex in Midtown
• Settlement of Delano Williams v City of Detroit: $25,000
• Settlement of LaMarcus Massey v Marsalis Turner: $120,000
• Contract No. 6006230: $750,000 for street tree removal and trimming citywide (Tree Man Services, LLC)

The City Council approved $16M in computer services contracts for DoIT and $11.1M for sidewalk repairs. The council also introduced ordinances to expand day care zoning and create new misdemeanor offenses mirroring state law. Two commercial demolition contracts were failed or postponed.

• Approved $8M computer services contract with Security Solutions Services, LLC (8-0)
• Approved $8M computer services contract with Staples Contract & Commercial, LLC (7-1)
• Approved $8M computer services contract with Sehi Computer Products, Inc. (7-1)
• Approved $11.1M sidewalk and driveway repair contract (8-0)
• Approved $9.4M bituminous surface removal contract (8-0)
• Approved $38.5M subsidy for Detroit People Mover operations (8-0)
• Failed $2.2M commercial structure abatement contract (4-4)
• Failed $2.9M commercial structure abatement contract (3-5)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance amendment requiring signs at business-oriented lodging to aid human trafficking victims. The committee will also consider 17 emergency demolition contracts totaling over $1.6 million, several contract amendments for community violence intervention programs, and other public works and health-related items.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 31 to add Section 31-3-5 requiring signs at business-oriented lodging to aid human trafficking victims
• 17 emergency demolition contracts for residential and commercial properties, ranging from $24,250 to $823,427.20
• Contract amendments for six Community Violence Intervention (CVI) programs, each extended with $0 increase and total contract amounts of $1,400,000
• New contract for ShotStoppers CVI program evaluation with University of Michigan, $377,025
• Sidewalk repair contract with Giorgi Concrete/Major Contracting Group, $11,175,825

The committee recommended approval of an ordinance requiring signs at business-oriented lodging to aid human trafficking victims. Several emergency demolition contracts and public works projects were recommended for approval. The committee also concurred with BSEED findings to demolish numerous dangerous buildings.

• Recommended approval of ordinance for human trafficking signs at lodging (2-0)
• Recommended approval of 9 emergency demolition contracts (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $11.1M sidewalk and driveway repair contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $9.4M milling and construction services contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $174,680 firefighting foam contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $293,325 senior/disabled transportation contract (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $168,759 in public health emergency preparedness grants (2-0)
• Concurred with BSEED findings to demolish multiple dangerous buildings (2-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold public hearings on establishing a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone for Left Field 2022, LLC, approving a Brownfield Plan for Shop 6 Redevelopment, and granting a Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate to 7326 West McNichols, LLC. The committee will also discuss the fiscal impact of the Shop 6 Brownfield Plan and review numerous contract amendments and resolutions under unfinished and new business.

• Public hearing: Neighborhood Enterprise Zone for Left Field 2022, LLC at 2300 Cochrane (PA 147 of 1992)
• Public hearing: Brownfield Plan for Shop 6 Redevelopment (DBRA)
• Public hearing: Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate for 7326 W. McNichols, LLC (PA 210 of 2005)
• Contract amendments: Landlord Repair Training ($42,050 increase), Workforce Development ($665,000), Grow Detroit Young Talent ($2,000,000), Warming center services (multiple increases)
• Zoning text amendment to expand child care uses; rezoning of property near Southfield Freeway

The committee unanimously recommended approval for the Shop 6 Redevelopment Brownfield Plan and a Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate at 7326 W. McNichols. They also advanced a zoning ordinance to expand child care center permissions and recommended approval for several city property sales and contract amendments. Several items, including a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone request and a report on Transferable Development Rights, were tabled for future discussion.

• Recommended approval of Shop 6 Redevelopment Brownfield Plan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate at 7326 W. McNichols (3-0)
• Recommended introduction of zoning ordinance expanding child care center permissions (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $2M increase to Grow Detroit Young Talent contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of property sales at 3522 E. Davison, 1150 Lawndale, and 12676 Westphalia (3-0)
• Recommended approval of tri-party land purchase agreement for Joe Louis Greenway (3-0)
• Tabled Neighborhood Enterprise Zone request at 2300 Cochrane until July 11 (3-0)
• Tabled down-zoning recommendation for industrial property near Joe Louis Greenway until July 18 (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing a $2.7 million contract for seawall improvements and flood mitigation, along with six event permit petitions and eleven procurement contracts. The committee will also consider renaming Dexter Elmhurst Community Center to Helen Moore Community Center and granting an easement to DTE at Balduck Park. All items are under review; no final decisions are made at this meeting.

• Contract 6006207: $2,700,000 for Lower East Side Flood Mitigation seawall improvements, Detroit Building Authority
• Petition #2024-143: Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix 'PWC Grand Prixmiere' at Campus Martius Park and Cadillac Square, May 31
• Contract 6006272: $4,150,609 for freeway mowing, Payne Landscaping, Inc.
• Contract 6006213: $1,400,568 for golf course management at Rouge, Rackham, Chandler, Troon Beverages, Inc.
• Rename Dexter Elmhurst Community Center to Helen Moore Community Center

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee recommended several service contracts and event petitions for formal session approval. Key recommendations include funding for freeway mowing, street tree trimming, and the renaming of a community center.

• Recommended approval of $2.7M seawall improvements contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of 6 event petitions including Riverfront Run 2024 and DAC Car Show (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $4.15M and $2.86M freeway mowing contracts (2-0)
• Recommended approval of two $750,000 street tree removal and trimming contracts (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.4M golf course management contract for Troon Beverages, Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $600,000 high tag graffiti removal contract (2-0)
• Recommended renaming Dexter Elmhurst Community Center to Helen Moore Community Center (2-0)
• Recommended granting DTE Electric Company an underground easement at Balduck Park (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is reviewing several high-value IT service contracts and multiple legal settlement requests. The committee will also discuss appointments to the Board of Police Commissioners and the Historic District Commission.

• Three $8,000,000 IT commodity and service contracts
• $300,000 settlement for Robert Williams v. City of Detroit
• $210,000 settlement for Eben Ford v. City of Detroit
• $181,772.04 Snowflake software subscription contract
• Proposed pay range of $104,275 - $179,400 for Assistant Chief of Police Sworn

The Internal Operations Standing Committee approved moving several key items to the formal session, including multi-million-dollar computer services contracts, legal settlements, and police compensation updates. The committee also conducted interviews for local board and commission appointments and tabled or extended discussion on several items.

• Approved minutes of May 8, 2024 (2-0)
• Removed Eva Garza-DeWaelsche's Board of Police Commissioners interview from agenda (3-0)
• Brought back Health Advisory Board qualifications resolution in 1 week (3-0)
• Moved $8,000,000 computer contracts (Security Solutions Services, Staples, Sehi) to formal session without recommendation (2-0)
• Brought back animal keeping memo and Williams lawsuit settlement in 1 week (2-0)
• Received and filed Mary Waters' Health Advisory Board resolution request (2-0)
• Moved James Hamilton re-appointment to Historic District Commission to formal session (3-0)
• Moved $181,772.04 Snowflake software ARPA contract, legal settlements, assistant police chief pay range, and Michigan Voting Rights Act resolution to formal session (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The committee recommended for approval the operating budgets for the Local Development Finance Authority, Downtown Development Authority, and Eight Mile/Woodward Corridor Improvement Authority. It also recommended approval of a $100,000 tax advisory services contract with Plante & Moran PLLC.

• Approved May 8, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $100,000 tax advisory contract with Plante & Moran PLLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of FY 2024-2025 Local Development Finance Authority operating budget (3-0)
• Recommended approval of FY 2024-2025 Downtown Development Authority operating budget (3-0)
• Recommended approval of FY 2024-2025 Eight Mile/Woodward Corridor Improvement Authority budget (3-0)
• Tabled procurement process amendments to be determined (3-0)
• Tabled property tax reform and State Tax Tribunal review items until June 5 (3-0)
• Tabled DDOT ARPA expenditure update until June 5 (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council is holding its formal session on May 14, 2024, to consider referrals to standing committees, including contracts, budgets, and settlements. Items include a $1.4M golf course management contract, several emergency demolitions, and two lawsuit settlements. The agenda also includes presentations on the Belle Isle annual report and an award to Senator Osita B. Izunaso.

• Contract 6006213: $1,400,568 for golf course management at Rouge, Rackham, and Chandler Golf Courses
• Settlement in Eben Ford v. City of Detroit for $210,000
• Emergency demolition contracts for properties at 11652 Winthrop, 2725 Cody, 4117 Alter Road, and 6711 Michigan Avenue
• Renaming Dexter Elmhurst Community Center to Helen Moore Community Center
• Property sale of 3522 E. Davison to Top Gearz Auto for $11,000

The City Council approved a moratorium on liquor licenses and authorized several contracts for office furniture, ASL services, and emergency demolitions. The body also approved Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates for housing projects and various special event permits.

• Approved moratorium on liquor licenses (8-0)
• Approved $1.5M contract for citywide office furniture (8-0)
• Approved $2.25M contract for Neighborhood Opportunities Funds program administration (7-0)
• Approved 10 NEZ certificates for single-family condos in Grayhaven (8-0)
• Approved $210,000 contract for ASL services (8-0)
• Approved $975,000 settlement for Estate of Patrick Antonio Clemons-Hodges (8-0)
• Approved $476,750 for 10 hybrid SUVs for Mental Health Co-Response Program (9-0)
• Approved zoning change for 11500-11542 Conner Avenue to R2 Two-Family Residential (8-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to regulate fugitive dust emissions, and will consider several contracts including extensions for community violence intervention programs and emergency demolitions. The agenda also includes items on dangerous building deferrals and resolutions recognizing Nurses Week and supporting Pre-K for All.

• Public hearing on proposed fugitive dust ordinance amending Detroit City Code Chapter 8
• Contract extensions (no cost increase) for five CVI programs, each $1,400,000, through July 2025
• Emergency demolition contracts for properties including 11651 Stahelin ($25,750) and 12312 Dexter ($93,150.95)
• Contract for DFD Annex Additions at three fire stations, $5,263,456
• Contract for 10 pursuit-rated hybrid SUVs for mental health co-response, $476,750

The committee ordered a fiscal impact study for a proposed fugitive dust ordinance and advanced it to formal session with a recommendation to approve. They also recommended approval for a $38.5 million subsidy for the Detroit People Mover and a $5.2 million contract for fire station annex additions. Additionally, the committee concurred with departmental findings to demolish several dangerous buildings and tabled five community violence intervention contracts for further review.

• Ordered fiscal impact study for fugitive dust ordinance (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $38.5M Detroit People Mover subsidy (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $5.2M fire station annex construction (3-0)
• Concurred with findings to demolish dangerous buildings at 7351 W. Warren, 12916 Grand River, and 14091 Schoolcraft (2-0)
• Recommended rescission of demolition deferral for 1602 Lemay, sent back to BSEED (3-0)
• Tabled five $1.4M community violence intervention contracts for 1 week (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.68M police personnel management software (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $476,750 for mental health co-response vehicles (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Detroit Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee is meeting to hold public hearings on several items, including terminating the Endless West Industrial Development District, rezoning properties on Conner Avenue, and approving brownfield plans for the Woodward and Charlotte redevelopment. The committee will also discuss the fiscal impact of the brownfield plan, consider new contracts, and review unfinished business items such as resolutions on rent control and the Detroit Land Bank Authority.

• Public hearing to terminate Endless West Industrial Development District at 1200 Oakman Blvd.
• Public hearing to rezone five lots on Conner Avenue from PD to R2
• Public hearing on Brownfield Plan for Woodward and Charlotte Redevelopment
• Contract amendment for Landlord Repair Training Programs: $42,050 increase, total $367,050
• New contract for Neighborhood Opportunities Funds Programs: $2,250,000

The committee recommended several items for formal session, including a $2.25M neighborhood opportunities fund and a property sale at 20119 Wisconsin. It also recommended approving zoning changes for Conner Avenue and the termination of the Endless West Industrial Development District. Several other items were tabled or referred back to the committee for future meetings.

• Recommended approval of $2.25M contract for Neighborhood Opportunities Funds Programs (3-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to R2 Two-Family Residential for five lots on Conner Avenue (3-0)
• Recommended termination of Endless West Industrial Development District at 1200 Oakman Blvd (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Woodward and Charlotte Redevelopment Brownfield Plan (2-1)
• Recommended approval of Commercial Rehabilitation District for Landy Land, LLC (2-1)
• Recommended approval of $430,000 property sale at 20119 Wisconsin (3-0)
• Recommended approval of property transfer to DDOT for Coolidge expansion (3-0)
• Recommended abolishment of Research Lofts Brownfield Plan (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is meeting to review several contracts and event permit requests. Items include a $512,500 contract for the Neighborhood Signs Project, a management contract for historic museums, and a $2.7 million seawall improvement project. The committee will also consider permits for music festivals and community events, as well as funding for summer camps and recreation center technology.

• Contract 6006033: $512,500 for Neighborhood Signs Project management (Space Lab Development Inc)
• Contract 6006047: Management of Historic Fort Wayne, Detroit Historical Museum, Dossin Great Lakes Museum (Detroit Historical Society, $0)
• Contract 6006207: $2,700,000 for Lower East Side Flood Mitigation seawall improvements
• Contract 6006101: $25,000 for outdoor summer camp space for 50 youth (St. Suzanne Cody Rouge Community Resource Center)
• Petitions for Backwoods & Bonfires Music Festival, Detroit People's Food Co-op Grand Opening, Decked Out Detroit Summer Activations, and Foxglove in the Garden

The committee approved the minutes from May 2, 2024. Most proposed contracts and event petitions were moved to new business, while a $2.7 million seawall improvement contract was deferred for one week.

• Approved May 2, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Deferred $2.7M Detroit Building Authority seawall improvement contract for one week (3-0)
• Moved $512,500 Space Lab Development Neighborhood Signs Project contract to new business (3-0)
• Moved $0 Detroit Historical Society management contract to new business (3-0)
• Moved petition for Backwoods & Bonfires Music Festival to new business (3-0)
• Moved petition for Detroit People's Food Co-op Grand Opening to new business (3-0)
• Moved petition for Decked Out Detroit Summer Activations to new business (3-0)
• Moved petition for Foxglove in the Garden to new business (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business and new items, including a forensic audit of residential property tax assessments, Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) applications, and two office furniture contracts. The agenda also includes a request for a report on the State Tax Tribunal review process and budget questions about ShotStoppers programming.

• Forensic Audit of Citywide Residential Property Tax Assessments (Second Interim Report, April 2024)
• Contract No. 6005553: $1,500,000 for citywide office furniture with Balco Interiors, LLC (5 years)
• Contract No. 6005554-A1: $1,500,000 increase (total $8,552,507.58) with Staples Contract & Commercial, LLC
• NEZ certificate for 667 W. Alexandrine Ave (30-unit vacant apartment building, Midtown)
• NEZ certificates for 10 condominium houses at Keelson units in Grayhaven area

The committee recommended approval for two office furniture contracts totaling over $10 million and two Neighborhood Enterprise Zone applications. A forensic audit report on residential property tax assessments was tabled for one week.

• Recommended approval of $1.5M office furniture contract with Balco Interiors, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.5M increase for Staples Contract & Commercial, LLC contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificates for 10 single-family condos in Grayhaven (3-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificate for 30-unit apartment rehab at 667 W. Alexandrine Ave pending developer agreement (3-0)
• Tabled LPD Report on State Tax Tribunal Review Process for one week (3-0)
• Tabled Forensic Audit of Citywide Residential Property Tax Assessments for one week (3-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on Shot Stopper efficacy and programming (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will interview candidates for reappointments to the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority and the Historic District Commission, and consider several contracts, lawsuit settlements, and resolutions. Notable items include a $975,000 settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit, a $210,000 contract for ASL services, and a resolution to renew the Detroit Public Library millage.

• Settlement of $975,000 in Angela Hodges P/R Est. P. Clemons-Hodges v City of Detroit
• Contract No. 6006202 for $210,000 with Deaf Community Advocacy Network for ASL services
• Contract No. 6006082 for $408,000 with The Segal Company for employee benefit consulting
• Reappointments of Amanda Elias and Pamela McClain to Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
• Resolution to renew Detroit Public Library millage

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended several appointments and city contracts for formal approval. The committee also recommended approving five legal settlements totaling $1,141,000 and requested a review of the liquor license revocation process.

• Recommended approval of $210,000 ASL services contract with Deaf Community Advocacy Network, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $110,737.97 A/V equipment contract with Security Solutions Services, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $408,000 employee benefit consulting contract with The Segal Company (Midwest), Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of legal settlements totaling $1,141,000 across five cases (3-0)
• Recommended approval of appointments for Amanda Elias, Pamela McClain, and Marques King (3-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution for moratorium on liquor licenses (3-0)
• Directed Legislative Policy Division to evaluate liquor license revocation process (3-0)
• Removed resolution regarding Detroit Public Library Renewal (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council is scheduled to vote on several major contracts, including a $5.26 million project to add annexes to three fire stations and a $975,000 settlement for a lawsuit involving the Fire Department. The agenda also includes approval for a $476,750 purchase of hybrid SUVs for a mental health co-response program and a $582,000 landscaping project at Patton Recreational Center. Additionally, the council will consider resolutions for property transfers, zoning changes, and the renewal of the Detroit Public Library millage.

• Contract No. 6006215: $5,263,456.00 for construction services for DFD Annex Additions at Three (3) Existing Fire Stations.
• Settlement in lawsuit of Angela Hodges P/R Est. P. Clemons-Hodges v City of Detroit et al in the amount of $975,000.00.
• Contract No. 3074692: $476,750.00 to provide Ten (10) Pursuit Rated Hybrid SUV’s for Mental Health Co-Response Program.
• Contract No. 6006127: $582,000.00 for landscaping and construction services to incorporate bioswales into the parking lot at Patton Recreational Center.
• Resolution to forward the Detroit Public Library Commission's ballot question to renew its current millage to the Detroit Election Commission.

The City Council approved an ordinance creating a Tenants’ Rights Commission and verification assistance to increase equity between landlords and residents. The council also approved several multi-million dollar contracts for fire department gear, sewer rehabilitation, and police equipment.

• Approved ordinance establishing Tenants’ Rights Commission (9-0)
• Approved $27.4M contract for sewer inspection and rehabilitation (8-0)
• Approved $5M contract for prospective homebuyer assistance (9-0)
• Approved $2.3M acquisition of a pre-owned Bell 407 Helicopter for DPD (7-1)
• Approved $2.18M contract for firefighter turnout gear (8-0)
• Approved $1.6M contract for DDOT bus air filtration systems (8-0)
• Approved resolution to renew Detroit Public Library millage (7-0)
• Denied contract for herbicides and pesticides for Skills for Life Program (4-4)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will consider a large batch of emergency demolition contracts for residential and commercial properties, plus a revenue contract for a flight school at Coleman A. Young International Airport. It will also revisit several previously deferred items, including a soil testing update, a demolition rescission, a clinic protection ordinance, and reports on bus shelters, syphilis cases, and contractor demographics.

• Contract 6006183: $88,000 revenue lease for flight school at Coleman A. Young International Airport
• Emergency demolition contracts totaling over $3.5 million for properties like 12509 Flanders, 7559 Nuernberg, 1575 W Grand Boulevard, and 17900 John R ($491,928.95)
• Contract 6006204: $2,262,865 ARPA-funded abatement and alteration of commercial structures (Group 247)
• Contract 6005944: $113,793.75 bond-funded trash out for 25 properties (Group H9)
• Resolution x2024-048: vacation of Freud Street between Conner and Navahoe for Great Lakes Water Authority

The committee moved numerous emergency demolition contracts and public safety equipment requests to formal session. It also approved several demolition deferrals for properties deemed sound and repairable.

• Approved demolition deferrals for 10 properties (3-0)
• Concurred with demolition order for 10949 Kercheval (3-0)
• Moved $2.26M commercial abatement contract to formal session (2-1)
• Moved $113,793.75 trash-out contract to formal session (2-1)
• Moved $6.55M paving mixtures contract to formal session (3-0)
• Moved proposed City Code amendments for misdemeanor offenses to formal session (3-0)
• Moved proposed streetcar system code amendments to new business (3-0)
• Removed Childcare Impact Fund Ordinance request from agenda (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold two public hearings on zoning changes, then consider contracts, property sales, and policy items. Key actions include a $5 million homebuyer assistance contract, a $200,000 warming center contract, and a resolution supporting a 15-year Renaissance Zone extension for the Detroit Medical Center. The agenda also includes several brownfield plan abolishments and multiple memos from council members on topics like tenant rights and the Detroit Land Bank Authority.

• Public hearing: Rezone 19500 and 19536 West Davison Street from R1 to M2
• Public hearing: Modify PD district at 10755 West Seven Mile Road
• Contract 6006214: $5,000,000 to National Faith Homebuyers for homebuyer assistance
• Contract 6005863-A1: $200,000 increase to Cass Community Social Services for warming center
• Resolution supporting DMC Renaissance Zone extension for 15 years

The committee recommended approval for several housing and development contracts, including $5 million for homebuyer assistance and $688,000 for legal services. It also recommended approval for two zoning amendments and the sale of city-owned properties on Gratiot, E Warren, and Plymouth.

• Recommended approval of $5M homebuyer assistance contract with National Faith Homebuyers (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $688,000 legal services contract with Neighborhood Legal Services Michigan (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $200,000 funding increase for Cass Community Social Services warming center (3-0)
• Recommended approval of zoning change to M2 for 19500 and 19536 West Davison Street (3-0)
• Recommended approval of PD District modification for 10755 West Seven Mile Road (3-0)
• Recommended approval of property sales at 2901 & 2913 Gratiot, 16803 E Warren, and 14620 Plymouth (3-0)
• Recommended approval of DMC Renaissance Zone Extension (3-0)
• Recommended abolishment of Sherwood, Clark/VITEC, Bellemere Apartments, and Grinnell Properties Brownfield Plans (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee met on May 2, 2024 with Council Members Coleman A. Young II and Angela Whitfield-Calloway present; Council Member Scott Benson was absent. The committee voted 2-0 to send several contracts to the formal session New Business agenda with a recommendation to approve, including a $3,843,435.94 ARPA-funded bridge improvement contract for the Joe Louis Greenway and a $1,050,000 debris hauling contract. It also voted 2-0 to bring back in one week a $2,700,000 seawall improvement contract, a $512,500 neighborhood signs contract, and a Detroit Historical Society management contract. The committee approved the April 18, 2024 minutes 2-0 and received public comment; no Chair Remarks were given.

• Approved minutes of April 18, 2024 (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 6004161-A1, Harrell's LLC herbicide/pesticide extension, $100,000, to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Brought back in one week Contract No. 6006207, Detroit Building Authority seawall improvements, $2,700,000 (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 6006186, Detroit Grounds Crew LLC debris hauling, $1,050,000, to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Michigan Central OPEN petition (#2024-131) to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Detroit Recordings Program petition (#2024-130) to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 6005547, Robles Tree Services blight tree removal, $750,000, to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Contract No. 6006162, C.A. Hull Co. Joe Louis Greenway bridge improvements, $3,843,435.94, to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business on property tax oversight, including a resolution to send properties to the Board of Review to prevent systemic over-assessments, and to review new contracts and a proposed procurement ordinance amendment. The committee will also consider budget responses from the Detroit Fire Department and Municipal Parking Department for FY 2024-2025.

• Contract No. 6006045 with IAAO, LLC for a compliance study of parcel assessments, $138,000, one year
• Contract No. 6006134 with Absopure Water Company for water delivery, $184,231.08, three years
• Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 17 of the Detroit City Code to streamline procurement
• Amended PILOT request for Midtown Square II Limited Dividend Housing Association LP, service charge set at 5% of net shelter rent
• FY 2024-2025 budget questions and responses for Detroit Fire Department and Municipal Parking Department

The committee recommended approval for a citywide water delivery contract and an amended Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) for Midtown Square II. Several items regarding property tax reform and procurement ordinances were tabled for future meetings.

• Recommended approval of $184,231.08 water supply contract with Absopure Water Company (2-0)
• Recommended approval of amended PILOT service charge for Midtown Square II Limited Dividend Housing Association LP (3-0)
• Approved April 17, 2024 minutes
• Tabled property tax reform resolution to May 15 (2-0)
• Tabled State Tax Tribunal review report to May 8 (2-0)
• Tabled legal opinion on Property Tax Reform Ordinance to May 15 (2-0)
• Tabled $138,000 parcel assessment compliance study contract to TBD (2-0)
• Tabled procurement process ordinance amendment to May 15 (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will hold interviews for the Board of Zoning Appeals and Board of Ethics, and a public hearing on a proposed ordinance creating a Tenants' Rights Commission and verification assistance. The committee will also consider several contract amendments and new contracts, including legal services and computer commodities, plus multiple lawsuit settlements. Several items are brought back from prior meetings, including reappointments, legal representation, and resolutions on the Detroit Public Library millage and the Reparations Task Force timeline.

• Public hearing on ordinance adding Tenants' Rights Commission and verification assistance to Chapter 12 of the City Code
• Contract amendments: Perkins Law Group (+$200,000, total $400,000), Hodgson Russ ($300,000), Security Solutions, Staples, Sehi Computer Products (each $8,000,000), Health Management Systems ($651,825)
• Settlements: Tiffany Lindsay ($50,000), Michael Watson ($50,000), Diane Swift and Robin Modock ($100,000 and $42,500), Sharita Hales ($12,500), Tomee Davis ($48,000), Robert Williams ($300,000), Tyler Wells ($45,000), Northland Radiology ($15,000)
• Reappointment of Anthony Sherman to Board of Zoning Appeals; interviews for Board of Zoning Appeals and Board of Ethics
• Resolutions to renew Detroit Public Library millage and extend Detroit Reparations Task Force timeline to March 31, 2025

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended a new Tenants’ Rights ordinance and multiple legal settlements for formal session. The committee also advanced a resolution to extend the Reparations Task Force timeline and approved several professional service contracts.

• Recommended approval of Tenants’ Rights ordinance (3-0)
• Recommended $50,000 settlement for Tiffany Lindsay v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended $50,000 settlement for Watson, Michael v COD (3-0)
• Recommended $100,000 and $42,500 settlements for Swift and Modock v City of Detroit (3-0)
• Recommended $300,000 contract for MGM Grand Casino tax dispute legal services (3-0)
• Recommended $651,825 contract for employee well-being services (3-0)
• Recommended extension of Reparations Task Force to March 31, 2025 (3-0)
• Recommended $200,000 increase for Perkins Law Group special counsel services (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council approved numerous contracts and settlements, including an $18.6 million insurance brokerage extension and a $27.4 million sewer rehabilitation contract. The council also approved a $1.1 million furniture contract for the Police Academy and several property sales, while removing two items from the agenda related to a digital imaging system and commercial abatement.

• Approved $18.6M insurance brokerage contract extension (9-0)
• Approved $27.4M sewer inspection and rehabilitation contract (9-0)
• Approved $1.1M furniture contract for Police Academy (8-1)
• Approved $13.6M vacant lot and debris removal contract (9-0)
• Approved $20.8M vacant lot and debris removal contract (9-0)
• Approved $6.9M vacant lot and debris removal contract (9-0)
• Approved $1.9M Central Riverfront roadway improvements amendment (9-0)
• Removed $58k digital imaging system contract from agenda

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee is holding public hearings and considering resolutions on the Music Hall expansion project, a secondary street sign ordinance amendment, and an obsolete property rehabilitation district. The committee will also review several property sales, a contract amendment for Detroit Housing Services, and reports on tenant rights funding and development job impacts.

• Public hearing on EDC Music Hall Expansion Project Plan and $80,000,000 bond issuance
• Public hearing on amending Chapter 43 for secondary street sign procedures and fees
• Public hearing on establishing Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District for 1201 Griswold Street
• Contract amendment for Detroit Housing Services call center: $2,538,352 increase, total $10,414,842
• Property sales: 16620 E. Warren ($150,000), 10504-10512 Fenkell ($13,000), 5975 16th St ($4,500), 2901 & 2913 Gratiot ($25,835), 12555 Harper ($18,000)

The committee recommended approval for the Economic Development Corporation's Music Hall Expansion Project and several city-owned property sales. It also advanced amendments to the city code regarding secondary street signs. Multiple items, including a property rehabilitation district and tenants' rights funding, were tabled for future discussion.

• Recommended approval of Music Hall Expansion Project and bonds up to $80M (3-0)
• Recommended approval of amendments to secondary street sign process (3-0)
• Recommended $2.5M contract increase for Detroit Housing Services call center (3-0)
• Recommended sale of 16620 E. Warren to Anani Restaurant Group LLC for $150,000 (3-0)
• Recommended sale of 10504, 10508, and 10512 Fenkell to Loyola High School for $13,000 (3-0)
• Recommended sale of 5975 16th Street to 5975 16th Street LLC for $4,500 (3-0)
• Recommended sale of 12555 Harper to Living 4 Life Wellness LLC for $18,000 (3-0)
• Tabled Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District for 1201 Griswold Street (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing several items, including a request to apply for a $99,999,621 EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant, multiple contracts for services like weed removal and alley improvements, and three event permits. The committee will also handle routine items like roll call, minutes, and public comment.

• Request to apply for $99,999,621 EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (no city match)
• Contract 6006109: $1,871,261.70 to transform five alleys (Bagley, Grand River, Manistique, Old Redford, Snowden-Hartwell)
• Contract 6006169: $20,767,429.50 for vacant lots and weed/debris removal (Payne Landscaping)
• Contract 6006167: $13,591,068.75 for vacant lots and weed/debris removal (Brilar, LLC)
• Petitions for Walk MS: Detroit (May 5), Detroit Grand Prix Viewing (May 31-June 2), 57th Annual Flower Day (May 19)

The committee recommended several city contracts and event petitions for formal session approval, including significant funding for vacant lot maintenance and alley transformations. It also recommended authorizing a grant application to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Three contracts were tabled to be brought back in two weeks.

• Recommended approval of $99,999,621 EPA Climate Pollution Reduction grant application (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $20,767,429.50 vacant lot and weed/debris removal contract for Payne Landscaping, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $13,591,068.75 vacant lot and weed/debris removal contract for Brilar, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $6,963,229.50 vacant lot and weed/debris removal contract for JE Jordan Landscaping Incorporated (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,871,261.70 contract for Major Contracting Group Inc. to transform five alleys (3-0)
• Recommended approval of petitions for Walk MS: Detroit, Detroit Grand Prix Viewing, and 57th Annual Flower Day (3-0)
• Tabled contracts for Harrell’s, LLC, Detroit Building Authority, and Detroit Grounds Crew LLC (3-0)
• Approved minutes of April 11, 2024 (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is reviewing several financial items, including a proposed $9.4 million increase to an insurance brokerage contract and reports on the FY 2025 budget, DWSD finances, and a potential Youth Budget. The committee will also receive the city's monthly financial report and responses to fire department budget questions.

• Contract No. 6003546-A1: $9,435,364 increase for Alliant Insurance Services Inc., total $18,650,955, extended through June 30, 2026
• Contract No. 6006045: $138,000 compliance study of parcel assessments by IAAO, LLC
• Report on June 30, 2023 audited financials of DWSD and its relationship with GLWA
• Report on establishing a Youth Budget for FY 2025
• City of Detroit Financial Report for eight months ended February 29, 2024

The committee moved a contract amendment for insurance brokerage services to a formal session. Several reports regarding the youth budget and city financials were received and filed, while other budget and contract items were tabled for future meetings.

• Moved Alliant Insurance Services Inc. contract amendment for $18.6M total to formal session (3-0)
• Approved April 10, 2024 minutes (2-0)
• Received and filed Youth Budget FY 2025 report (3-0)
• Received and filed DWSD audited financials report (3-0)
• Received and filed City of Detroit Financial Report for period ending Feb 29, 2024 (3-0)
• Received and filed Fire Department FY 2025 budget responses (3-0)
• Tabled IAAO, LLC parcel assessment compliance study contract for 2 weeks (3-0)
• Referred tax incentive fiscal impact report to LPD for May 15, 2024 (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will interview two candidates for the Board of Ethics, consider multiple contracts including a $210,000 ASL services deal and several Motorola radio purchases, and review numerous lawsuit settlements totaling over $500,000. The committee will also discuss appointments to the Retiree Task Force and a resolution to renew the Detroit Public Library millage.

• Interviews for Board of Ethics: David Teeter and LaVonne Turner
• Contract 6006202: $210,000 for ASL services with Deaf Community Advocacy Network
• Contracts 6006174, 6006181, 3072434: Motorola radios for Code Enforcement, totaling $1,166,528.11
• Settlements: Michael Watson ($50,000), Nasli Hovsepian ($160,000), Laurence Johnson ($125,000), and others
• Resolution to renew Detroit Public Library millage

The Internal Operations Standing Committee sent a series of contracts and lawsuit settlements to the full City Council with recommendations to approve, including $1.17M in Motorola radio purchases and a $750,000 digital-access contract. It also advanced a $210,000 ASL services contract, a $50,000 collections contract, a $100,000 police board printing contract, and a 2023-2027 labor agreement with municipal engineers. Several items were held for later meetings, including Board of Ethics interviews and settlements involving Tiffany Lindsay and retired police sergeants. All recorded votes were 2-0, with Chairperson Johnson absent.

• Sent $139,897.38 Motorola radio contract (21 APX6500 radios) to full council with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent $126,632.52 Motorola radio contract (18 N70 prep radios) to full council with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent $899,998.21 Motorola radio/accessories contract to full council with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent $750,000 HUMAN-I-T 'Motor City Tech Bar' contract to full council with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent $210,000 ASL services contract with Deaf Community Advocacy Network to full council with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent $50,000 collections contract with The Allen Law Group to full council with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent $100,000 printing contract for Board of Police Commissioners to full council with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent 2023-2027 labor agreement with Association of Municipal Engineers to full council with recommendation to approve (2-0)

City Council Evening Community Meeting

This is the Detroit City Council's evening community meeting, expanded to include all nine council members. The agenda includes roll call, invocation, District 7 remarks by Council Member Fred Durhal III, and citizen concerns on topics like blight and DDOT. Public comments and closing remarks are also scheduled.

• Citizen concern: Joanne Warwick on 'What is Blight?'
• Citizen concern: Michael Cunningham on DDOT remarks
• Citizen concern: Rochella Stewart on DDOT remarks
• District 7 remarks by Council Member Fred Durhal III
• Public comments session

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council is holding a formal session to consider a range of items, including contract approvals, lawsuit settlements, property sales, and public hearing requests for tax incentives. Notable actions include a $1.87 million contract for alley improvements, several settlements totaling over $400,000, and the approval of a new labor agreement with municipal engineers.

• Contract No. 6006109: $1,871,261.70 for transforming five alleys (Bagley, Grand River, Manistique, Old Redford, Snowden-Hartwell)
• Settlements: Tyronn Cooper ($40,000), Laurence Johnson ($125,000), Nasli Hovsepian ($160,000), and others
• Labor agreement with Association of Municipal Engineers (2023-2027)
• Property sales: 16620 E. Warren ($150,000), 10504-10512 Fenkell ($13,000), 5975 16th St ($4,500), 2901 & 2913 Gratiot ($25,835)
• Public hearing requests for tax incentives at 16703 E. Warren, 7326 W. McNichols, 1420 Holden, and 3117 Woodward

Council approved $3 million in grant funding to eliminate gun case backlogs at the 36th District and 3rd Circuit courts. The body also approved community benefits for the Hotel at Water Square development and abolished five completed Brownfield Redevelopment Plans. Additionally, several legal settlements and emergency demolition contracts were referred to standing committees.

• Approved $1M contract for 36th District Court gun case backlog (6-0)
• Approved $2M contract for 3rd Circuit Court gun case backlog (6-0)
• Approved Community Benefits Provision for Hotel at Water Square (8-0)
• Abolished 6331 E. Jefferson, Arvin-Meritor, Kales, Odd Fellows Hall, and Fort Shelby Brownfield Plans (7-0)
• Approved $8.67M parking ticket and collections management system contract (8-0)
• Approved $5.4M contract for 2nd Precinct building improvements (7-1)
• Approved $5.4M contract extension for property inspections via GTJ Consulting LLC (8-0)
• Appointed Eric Hergenreder to the Historic Designation Advisory Board (6-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Detroit Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will hold a public hearing on proposed additions to the 2015 Michigan Building Code regarding demolitions, and consider multiple emergency demolition contracts, a major contract amendment, and several grant acceptances. The agenda also includes unfinished business on property demolitions, a city airport lease, and a report on Munoz Real Estate blight issues.

• Public hearing on ordinance additions to Section 3303 of the 2015 Michigan Building Code for demolitions
• Emergency demolition contracts: 4141 McDougall ($63,264), 5174 W Grand River ($127,823), 14607 Northlawn ($23,500), 9526 Kaier ($26,850), 2243 E Canfield ($29,742), 2559 Algonquin ($30,899), 5757 Field ($26,935), 9191 E Edsel Ford ($25,400)
• Contract amendment 6003710-A1 for GTJ Consulting LLC: increase of $5,400,000 to total $18,525,600 for property inspections and securing services
• Contract 6006115: $5,418,700 for major building improvements at DPD 2nd Precinct, 13530 Lesure Street
• Resolution urging Michigan legislature to increase funding for Michigan 2-1-1 in FY 2025 budget

The committee approved numerous contracts for emergency demolitions, building inspections, and police precinct improvements, sending them to the full City Council for final approval. They also concurred with departmental findings for over 200 dangerous buildings, ordering demolition for many and returning others to the Building Safety department. Additionally, the committee advanced a proposed ordinance to prohibit unlawful restraint of patrons in businesses.

• Approved $18.5M amendment for property inspection services (3-0)
• Approved $5.4M contract for Detroit Police 2nd Precinct improvements (3-0)
• Approved $976,610 grant for Neighborhood Wellness Centers (3-0)
• Approved $326,295 grant application for Community Policing (3-0)
• Concurred with findings to demolish or return to BSEED for 200+ dangerous buildings (2-0)
• Approved $127,823 emergency demolition contract for 5174 W Grand River (2-0)
• Approved $63,264 emergency demolition contract for 4141 McDougall (2-0)
• Advanced ordinance prohibiting unlawful restraint of patrons (2-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing several contract amendments and new agreements, including a long-term extension for managing downtown parks, special event permits, and a new parking ticket system. The committee also discussed the status of a special events business engagement inquiry. No votes were taken due to lack of quorum.

• Contract 6006177: Amendment 3 to extend Detroit 300 Conservancy's management of Campus Martius Park, Cadillac Square, Capitol Park, and Grand Circus Park through 2039 ($0 increase)
• Petition #2024-113: 'Detroit's FUL Station' event at 2748 Franklin, May 1–Oct 20, 2024
• Petition #2024-115: 'Space Dive' event at Tangent Gallery, May 3–12, 2024
• Contract 6004150-C: $8,674,801 for a city parking ticket and collections management system with Conduent State & Local Solutions
• Contract 6005889: $500,000 for private tree removal and trimming citywide with P.Jay's Tree Services

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee met April 11, 2024, and after an initial lack of quorum, achieved quorum on a second roll call. The committee voted to send several items to the April 16, 2024 Formal Session with recommendations to approve, including an $8,674,801.00 contract for a city parking ticket and collections management system and a $439,869.00 contract for improvements to Messmer Park. It also advanced a contract extension to manage Campus Martius Park and other downtown parks through 2039, and a $500,000.00 contract for private tree removal and trimming citywide. All motions carried by recorded votes of 2-0 or 3-0.

• Approved minutes of April 4, 2024 meeting (2-0)
• Sent to Formal Session with recommendation to approve Amendment 3 extending Detroit 300 Conservancy management of Campus Martius Park, Cadillac Square, Capitol Park and Grand Circus Park through December 31, 2039 (2-0)
• Received and filed memorandum from Council President Pro Tem James Tate on Special Events – Business Engagement (2-0)
• Sent to Formal Session with recommendation to approve petition for 'Detroit's FUL Station' at 2748 Franklin, May 1–October 20, 2024 (2-0)
• Sent to Formal Session with recommendation to approve petition for 'Space Dive' event, May 3–12, 2024 (3-0)
• Sent to Formal Session with recommendation to approve Amendment 1 extending heavy duty vehicle rental contract with Herc Rentals, Inc. through June 30, 2025; total contract amount $1,401,960.00 (3-0)
• Sent to Formal Session with recommendation to approve Amendment 2 extending license agreement with Clark Park Coalition for use of Clark Park and Clark Park Center through June 30, 2025 (3-0)
• Sent to Formal Session with recommendation to approve Amendment 1 updating fee schedule for video management services on Joe Louis Greenway with Integral Blue, LLC; total contract amount $150,000.00 (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will hold a public hearing on a Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate for Atwater & Second Associates LLC at 600 Civic Center Drive, and consider establishing a Commercial Rehabilitation District for the same property. The committee will also review several contracts, zoning ordinance amendments, and multiple brownfield plan abolishments, along with various status updates on prior requests.

• Public hearing on Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate for Atwater & Second Associates LLC at 600 Civic Center Drive (Petition #2024-003)
• Contract No. 6006080 with JFM Consulting Group, Inc. for $196,200 for Choice Neighborhoods Program Evaluation Services
• Contract No. 6006146 with VR Homes, LLC for $272,800 for renovation of properties at 8202 Central Street and 8182 Bryden Street
• Zoning amendment to rezone former Research Park West area to M2 and SD2 districts
• Abolishment of five brownfield redevelopment plans (6331 E. Jefferson, Arvin-Meritor, Kales, Odd Fellows Hall, Fort Shelby)

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee met on April 11, 2024, with only Chairperson Tate and Vice Chairperson Durhal present. The committee moved several items to formal session, including a commercial rehabilitation certificate and district for Atwater & Second Associates, two contracts for Choice Neighborhoods evaluation and property renovation, five brownfield plan abolishments, a Renaissance Zone application, a property sale, and community benefits for the Hotel at Water Square. It also received and filed several status reports and postponed others for three weeks or to a later date. No final approvals were made; most actions were procedural referrals to the full Council.

• Approved minutes of April 5, 2024 meeting (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate for Atwater & Second Associates, LLC at 600 Civic Center Drive (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: Contract No. 6006080 with JFM Consulting Group, Inc. for Choice Neighborhoods Program Evaluation Services, $196,200.00 (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: Contract No. 6006146 with VR Homes, LLC for renovation of 8202 Central Street and 8182 Bryden Street, $272,800.00 (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: Abolishment of five brownfield redevelopment plans (6331 E. Jefferson, Arvin-Meritor, Kales, Odd Fellows Hall, Fort Shelby) (2-0 each)
• Moved to formal session: Central Business District Area Renaissance Zone application for Atwater & Second Associates, LLC (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: Property sale of 7969 W Fisher to Saeed Bazzi for $40,000.00 (2-0)
• Moved to formal session: Community Benefits Provision for Hotel at Water Square development (2-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will interview candidates for the Historic Designation Advisory Board and Reparations Task Force, and consider several contracts, lawsuit settlements, and appointments. Items include ARPA-funded contracts for legal aid and housing services, grant-funded court backlog reductions, and multiple legal settlements and indemnification requests. The committee will also discuss a moratorium on liquor licenses and expanding the Human Rights chapter.

• Contract No. 6006065: $150,000 to Lakeshore Legal Aid for right-to-counsel materials (ARPA-funded)
• Contract No. 6004776-A1: $2,538,352 increase to Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency for housing services (total $10,414,842)
• Contracts No. 6006159 and 6006160: $1,000,000 and $2,000,000 to 36th District Court and 3rd Circuit Court for gun case backlog reduction
• Settlements: $50,000 (Watson v COD), $35,000 (C-Spine Orthopedics), $16,000 (Finish Line Physical Therapy), $9,750 (Select Medical Group), $6,000 (Affiliated Diagnostic)
• Resolution for moratorium on liquor licenses and request to expand Chapter 23 (Human Rights) amendments

The Internal Operations Standing Committee reviewed interviews for the Historic Designation Advisory Board and Reparations Task Force. The committee voted to send several contracts to the full City Council for approval, including $3 million in funding to clear gun case backlogs in local courts. Additionally, the committee recommended approving numerous legal settlements and indemnifications for police and transportation employees, while tabling items related to liquor licenses and human rights amendments for future review.

• Recommended approval of $1M contract for 36th District Court gun case backlog
• Recommended approval of $2M contract for 3rd Circuit Court gun case backlog
• Recommended approval of $150k contract for Right To Counsel materials
• Referred DHS call center contract amendment ($10.4M total) to Planning Committee
• Recommended approval of $9,750 settlement with Select Medical Group
• Recommended approval of $6,000 settlement with Affiliated Diagnostic of Oakland
• Recommended approval of $35,000 settlement with C-Spine Orthopedics
• Recommended approval of $16,000 settlement with Finish Line Physical Therapy

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business and new business related to Detroit's FY 2025 budget. Items include a contract for a parcel assessment compliance study, several property tax oversight measures, and responses to budget questions from various city departments. The committee will also review a long-term financial forecast and a report on establishing a youth budget.

• Contract No. 6006045: $138,000 compliance study of parcel assessments with IAAO, LLC
• Resolution to use Property Tax Reform Ordinance to send properties to Board of Review over assessment concerns
• Request for LPD report on State Tax Tribunal review process for City Assessor's Office assessments
• FY 2024-2033 Long-Term Forecast Report for Legacy Pension Plans and Debt Obligations
• Report on establishing a Youth Budget for FY 2025

The committee voted to defer multiple items, including a parcel assessment compliance study and youth budget reports, for future review. Several budget responses from city departments and a long-term pension forecast were received and filed.

• Deferred $138,000 IAAO, LLC parcel assessment compliance study for 1 week (2-0)
• Deferred property tax reform and assessment review items for 3 weeks (2-0)
• Deferred Mayor's Office FY 2025 budget memorandum for 1 week (2-0)
• Deferred public-private partnership report for 3 weeks (2-0)
• Deferred Youth Budget FY 2025 reports for 1 week (2-0)
• Received and filed FY 2025 budget responses from Airport and BSEED (2-0)
• Received and filed FY 2025 Housing and Revitalization budget responses (2-0)
• Received and filed FY 2024-2033 Long-Term Forecast Report for Legacy Pension Plans and Debt Obligations (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council is holding a formal session to consider several financial and contractual matters, including a resolution authorizing up to $55 million in vehicle purchases through installment agreements, two property tax abatement (PILOT) agreements for housing developments, and numerous contracts for services such as demolitions, tree removal, and legal aid. The agenda also includes referrals to standing committees for items like a proposed moratorium on liquor licenses and a report on a youth budget.

• Resolution authorizing $55 million in vehicle purchases via installment agreements
• PILOT agreement for The Preserve on Ash I, 69-unit apartment development
• PILOT agreement for Field Street III, 44 townhomes and 5-unit apartment building
• Contract with Lakeshore Legal Aid for $150,000 for right-to-counsel materials
• Emergency demolition contracts for multiple properties, including 4141 McDougall ($63,264) and 5174 W Grand River ($127,823)

Detroit City Council approved a resolution authorizing the city to acquire $55 million of vehicles through installment purchase agreements over the next two to three years, and approved a bond resolution authorizing $31.3 million in voter-approved bonds for public lighting, recreation, and public safety. Council also approved several contracts, including $3.3 million for a police training center parking lot and $2 million for 9th Precinct renovations, and approved PILOT agreements for two affordable housing developments. Most other items were referred to standing committees for further review.

• Approved $55M vehicle installment purchase agreements (7-1, Calloway no)
• Approved $31.3M UTGO bonds for lighting, recreation, public safety (8-0)
• Approved $3.3M DPD training center parking lot contract (7-0)
• Approved $2M 9th Precinct renovation contract (7-0)
• Approved PILOT for The Preserve on Ash I, 69 units (8-0)
• Approved PILOT for Field Street III, 44 townhomes (8-0)
• Approved $2.18M housing data portal contract (7-1, Calloway no)
• Approved $1.56M encryption devices contract (8-0)

City Council Closed Session

This is a closed session of the Detroit City Council to discuss a privileged and confidential memorandum regarding a request for legal representation and indemnification for retired Investigator Monica Childs in the lawsuit Larry Smith v Monica Childs et al., Civil Action Case No. 21-12070. The matter is presented by the City of Detroit Law Department and the City Council Legislative Policy Division. No public decisions or votes are listed on this agenda.

• Closed session to discuss legal representation and indemnification for retired Investigator Monica Childs
• Lawsuit: Larry Smith v Monica Childs et al., Civil Action Case No. 21-12070
• Request for legal representation and indemnification

City Council Special Session

The Detroit City Council is holding a special session to consider resolutions related to the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, including corrections, appropriations, compensation, and tax statements. The council will also review its own proposed changes to the budget and Community Development Block Grant funds, plus supplemental appropriations for FY2023-2024. Public comment is scheduled at the start.

• Correction of errors to the 2025 Mayor's Budget (First Errata Letter)
• FY 2025 Budget Administration's Closing Resolution for operations July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025
• City of Detroit Official Compensation Schedule 2024-2025 salary and wage adjustment
• FY 2025 Tax Statement
• FY2023-2024 Supplemental Appropriations and Transfers Request

City Council Executive Session

In an April 8, 2024 executive session expanded to all nine council members, the Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee approved a series of budget amendments, including setting up a pension rainy day fund and changing snow removal funding from $1.5 million to $1.2 million. Members also voted to remove several line items, unpin others for closing resolutions, and add one-time funding to various items. All recorded motions carried, most by 7-0 or 9-0 votes. Public comment was heard from William M Davis, Malik Shelton, and Karen Winston.

• Removed Line Item 73 (6-0)
• Set up pension rainy day fund (7-0)
• Changed snow removal funding from $1.5 million to $1.2 million (7-0)
• Changed OAG office staffing repair funding from $1.5 million to $900,000 recurring (7-0)
• Changed closing resolution language to direct Administration to seek additional funding if surplus and funding are put forward (7-0)
• Removed $100,000 from Line Item 125 (7-0)
• Requested legal opinion on obligations (7-0)
• Approved fountain at Merril Park (7-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee is reviewing a series of contract amendments and new contracts, including flood response trash removal increases, police facility renovations, and equipment rentals. The committee also discusses naming a transit center after a bus driver, property transfers, and several policy memos. No quorum was present, so no votes were taken.

• Contract 6001885-A1: $5,840,000 increase for Waste Management flood response and trash removal, total $80,287,265
• Contract 6001884-A1: $3,300,000 increase for GFL Environmental flood response, total $58,136,344
• Contract 6006132: $3,312,733.90 for DPD Training Center parking lot construction
• Contract 6006067: $1,999,504 for 9th Precinct Phase 2 renovations
• Resolution to name transit center after Jason Hargrove, DDOT bus driver who died of COVID-19

The committee recommended multiple contracts for police equipment, precinct renovations, and flood response services for formal session approval. It also recommended naming the Transit Center in honor of Jason Hargrove and transferring a portion of 5710 Russell Street to Detroit Parks and Recreation.

• Recommended approval of $1.99M for 9th Precinct renovations (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $3.31M for DPD Training Center parking lot (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $200,000 for 2024 NFL Draft weapons detection systems (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $1.13M for DPD Academy furniture (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $3.3M and $5.84M flood response contracts for GFL and Waste Management (2-0)
• Recommended naming the Transit Center after Jason Hargrove (2-0)
• Recommended transfer of 0.793 acres at 5710 Russell Street to Detroit Parks and Recreation (2-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution regarding DTE Rate Increase Request (2-0)

City Council Executive Session

The Detroit City Council, expanded to all nine members, is meeting for two executive sessions on April 5, 2024, involving the Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement. These closed sessions are likely to discuss sensitive matters related to the city's budget and procurement. The agenda also includes roll call and public comment, but no specific items are listed for public discussion.

• Executive session at 11:00 A.M. with Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement
• Executive session at 2:00 P.M. with same offices
• Public comment period (no items selected)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing several petitions for special events and community gatherings. The committee is also considering contracts for basketball court renovations, recreation center equipment, and park management.

• Petition for Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit Golf Club (June 24-30)
• Petition for Better Block Detroit G7 at 13555, 13565, and 13601 Gratiot (May 3)
• Petition for Draft Fest at Laskey Rec Center (April 13)
• Petition for Detroit Greek Independence Day Parade in Greektown (April 14)
• Contract extension for Piston's Basketball Court Renovation Project ($2,500,000.00)

The committee referred petitions for the Rocket Mortgage Classic, Better Block Detroit G7, Draft Fest, and the Greek Independence Day Parade to formal session for approval. It also referred contracts for basketball court renovations, recreation center equipment, and a grant application for Clark Park to formal session. A contract extension for park management was tabled for one week, as was a memorandum regarding Council President Pro Tem James Tate.

• Referred Rocket Mortgage Classic petition to formal session (3-0)
• Referred Better Block Detroit G7 petition to formal session (3-0)
• Referred Draft Fest petition to new business (3-0)
• Referred Greek Independence Day Parade petition to new business (3-0)
• Referred basketball court renovation contract extension to new business (3-0)
• Referred game room equipment contract to new business (3-0)
• Tabled park management contract extension for 1 week (3-0)
• Referred Clark Park grant application to formal session (3-0)

City Council Executive Session

The Detroit City Council, expanded to all nine members, is meeting for two executive sessions on April 4, 2024, involving the Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement. The agenda includes roll call, public comment, and the executive sessions, but no specific items are listed for discussion.

• Executive session at 11:00 A.M. with Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement
• Executive session at 2:00 P.M. with same departments
• Public comment period

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will consider several items, including a CDBG reprogramming amendment, a property sale, and two contracts for housing services. It will also discuss reports on the Downtown Development Authority, job impacts of development projects, and other housing-related matters.

• CDBG Annual Action Plans reprogramming amendment for multiple fiscal years
• Property sale of 18068 Pelkey to Williams Way Enterprise LLC for $25,000
• Contract 6005583 with Benevate, Inc. for data management portal, $2,180,000
• Contract 6006051 with Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency for coordinated entry system, $200,000
• Resolution urging state legislature to exempt WCCC from tax captures

The committee recommended approving a $2.18M contract for a housing data management portal and a $200,000 contract for housing service assessments. It also recommended the sale of city-owned property at 18068 Pelkey and the reprogramming of CDBG funds.

• Recommended approval of $2.18M contract for Benevate, Inc. data portal (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $200,000 contract for Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $25,000 sale of 18068 Pelkey to Williams Way Enterprise LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of CDBG Annual Action Plan reprogramming amendment (3-0)
• Approved March 28, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Tabled DDA Report until April 11
• Tabled Job Impact of Recent Detroit Development Projects until April 18
• Tabled community research advisory council for Future of Health Medical Research until April 18

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will interview candidates for the City Planning Commission and Historic District Commission, and review several contracts, lawsuit settlements, and reports. Items include a $1 million contract amendment for legal services, a $182,300 parking contract, and a $1.56 million encryption device contract. The committee will also consider settlements totaling $68,800 for four lawsuits and legal representation for three police officers.

• Interview Adrian Keith Bennett for At-Large Appointment to City Planning Commission
• Interview William Marquez for Historic District Commission
• Contract 6000554-A14 amendment: $1,000,000 increase for legal services with Fink Bressack, PLLC, total $5,570,000
• Contract 3073269: $182,300 for employee parking with SP Plus Corporation
• Contract 6005872: $1,563,581.44 for encryption devices with Groundwork 0

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended several items for the formal session agenda, including a $1.56M encryption contract and multiple DDOT lawsuit settlements. The committee also recommended the appointments of Adrian Keith Bennett and William Marquez to city commissions.

• Recommended approval of $1M increase for Fink Bressack, PLLC legal services (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Adrian Keith Bennett for City Planning Commission (2-0)
• Recommended approval of William Marquez for Historic District Commission (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $182,300 parking contract for SP Plus Corporation (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $1,563,581.44 encryption contract for Groundwork 0 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of four DDOT lawsuit settlements totaling $68,800 (2-0)
• Recommended legal representation for three police officers in Corey Pride v City of Detroit (2-0)
• Tabled memorandum on ARPA commercial demolitions for two weeks (2-0)

City Council Executive Session

This is a procedural agenda for the Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee meeting on April 3, 2024. The meeting consists of roll call, two executive sessions (at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.) involving the Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement, and public comment. No specific decisions or discussion items are listed.

• Executive session at 11:00 a.m. with Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement
• Executive session at 2:00 p.m. with same departments
• Public comment period

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The committee recommended approval for a $55 million vehicle installment purchase plan and $31.3 million in remaining voter-approved bonds. It also advanced two housing tax exemption resolutions and a resolution supporting state payday loan regulations. Several budget questions and property tax review items were tabled or referred for further review.

• Recommended approval of $55M vehicle installment purchase resolution (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $31.3M UTGO bond authorization (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Preserve on Ash I housing PILOT (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Field Street III housing PILOT (2-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificate for 9767 Dundee (2-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution supporting SB 632 on payday loans (2-0)
• Tabled $138,000 parcel assessment compliance study contract (2-0)
• Tabled resolution on property tax over-assessment review (2-0)

City Council Executive Session

The Detroit City Council, expanded to all nine members, is meeting as the Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee. The agenda includes an executive session involving the Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement, followed by public comment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session with Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement
• Public comment period

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council formal session on April 2, 2024, includes referrals to standing committees for budget questions, contracts, settlements, and resolutions. Key items include authorizing $55 million in vehicle installment purchases, issuing $31.3 million in UTGO bonds for lighting, recreation, and public safety, and approving two PILOT agreements for housing developments. Several budget responses from city departments are also referred.

• Resolution to authorize $55 million in vehicle installment purchase agreements over 2-3 years
• Bond authorization for $31.3 million UTGO bonds (Public Lighting $22M, Recreation $8.1M, Public Safety $1.2M)
• PILOT for The Preserve on Ash I (69 units) and Field Street III (44 townhomes + 5-unit building)
• Contract No. 6006045 with IAAO, LLC for $138,000 compliance study of parcel assessments
• Settlements totaling $68,800 in four lawsuits against the city

The City Council approved several high-value contracts for park maintenance and public space repairs. It also authorized multiple legal settlements and approved permits for various NFL Draft-related events in downtown Detroit.

• Approved $7.4M contract for public space and park repairs (8-0)
• Approved $2.45M contract for city-wide public space floriculture (8-0)
• Approved $3.3M DPD Training Center parking lot construction (referred to PHS 5-0)
• Approved $2.18M data management portal for Housing and Revitalization (referred to PED 5-0)
• Approved $99,000 settlement in Eric Reed v City of Detroit (9-0)
• Approved $55,000 settlement in Tina Favors v City of Detroit (9-0)
• Approved permits for 'Draft Day in the D' and 'Greektown Tailgate' (8-0)
• Sent Detroit Land Bank Authority MOU amendments back to committee (7-3)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will review several contracts, including emergency demolitions, flood response trash removal, and a resident ID software system. It will also consider demolition deferrals for six properties, a resolution urging state law changes on merchant liability, and recognition of awareness months.

• Contract 6001884-A1: $3.3M increase for GFL Environmental flood response and trash removal (total $58.1M)
• Contract 6001885-A1: $5.84M increase for Waste Management flood response and trash removal (total $80.3M)
• Emergency demolitions: 3877 Merrick ($24,500), 8607 W Vernor ($183,706), 3528 & 3534 Rohns ($66,000)
• Contract 6006102: $87,000 for municipal resident ID card software system (Omicron Technology Solution)
• Resolution urging Michigan legislature to amend MCL 600.2917 on merchant liability for remote door locks

The committee recommended several contracts for formal session, including utility locating services and police helicopter upgrades. It also concurred with the deferral of demolition orders for five residential properties and recommended a resolution regarding merchant liability for remote door locking devices.

• Recommended approval of $2.468M USIC Locating Services contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $87,000 municipal ID software contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of two police helicopter electrical/avionics upgrades (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $20,000 Simon Foundation Grant for Project Clean Slate (3-0)
• Concurred with 6-month demolition deferrals for 14535 Patton, 15329 Kentfield, 15777 Chatham, 20038 Santa Rosa, and 3220 Gladstone (3-0)
• Recommended resolution urging state to amend MCL 600.2917 regarding merchant liability (3-0)
• Recommended approval of emergency demolitions at 3877 Merrick and 8607 W Vernor (3-0)
• Recommended recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Arab American Heritage Month (3-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee met on April 1, 2024, to conduct budget hearings for the Eastern Market and the City Council and its divisions. The agenda included roll call, two specific budget hearing sessions, and a public comment period. No specific dollar amounts, votes, or final decisions are listed in the provided text.

• Budget hearing for Eastern Market
• Budget hearing for City Council and Divisions
• Public comment period

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held hearings regarding Eastern Market and City Council divisions. The committee voted to move numerous budget items, funding requests, and project resolutions to executive session or closing resolution.

• Sent Black Farms and Shed 4 Construction to executive session (6-0, 7-0)
• Sent City Council Budget and $1.5 million recurring funding for staffing/activities to executive session (7-0)
• Sent $150,000 for Council annual retreat and $70,000 grant funding to executive session (7-0)
• Sent $350,000 for immigration affairs and $2 million for shelter system to executive session (7-0)
• Sent DEGC analysis for Grand River corridor and rolling funding to executive session (7-0)
• Sent Municipal Parking street sweeping enforcement and City Clerk voter education to executive session (7-0)
• Sent Avenue of Fashion and Solar Lights near 12th Precinct to closing resolution (7-0)
• Sent swimming pool covering at Recreation Center to closing resolution (7-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to include all nine council members, is meeting to hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget for the City of Detroit. The agenda includes roll call, the public hearing, and public comment. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Proposed FY 2024-2025 Budget for the City of Detroit
• Public comment period with submitted comments from Halima, McAdams, Unger, and CDAD's FY 25 Budget Asks
• Meeting held at Erma L. Henderson Auditorium, 1340 Coleman A. Young Municipal Center

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee conducted a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2024-2025 Budget for the City of Detroit. The meeting included public comments from both in-person and virtual attendees. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in the provided text.

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee will review eight event permit petitions, all recommended for approval by the Mayor's Office, including several tied to the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit. The committee will also consider six contracts from the Office of Contracting and Procurement, covering services like vehicle glass repair, floriculture maintenance, refuse loader repairs, park improvements, irrigation repair, and public space maintenance. All items are referred to the committee for discussion and potential action.

• Greektown Tailgate event permit (#2024-093) for Monroe St from Brush to St. Antoine, April 24-28, 2024
• Play Football at Corner Ball Park permit (#2024-097) at 1680 Michigan Ave, April 24-27, 2024
• Draft Day in the D permit (#2024-094) at Capitol Park, Beacon Park, Harmonie Park, Grand Circus Park, and Lower Woodward
• Contract 6006011 with W H Canon, LLC for floriculture maintenance, $2,450,000
• Contract 6006117 with Michigan Recreational Construction for park repairs, $7,400,000

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee voted 2-0 to send eight event petitions and six contract resolutions to the formal session with recommendations to approve. The event petitions include several 2024 NFL Draft-related activities and other festivals; the contracts cover vehicle glass repair, floriculture maintenance, refuse loader repair, park improvements, irrigation maintenance, and public space repairs. The committee also voted 2-0 to bring back the March 21, 2024 minutes for approval in one week. No final approvals were made; all items were referred to the full City Council.

• Sent Greektown Tailgate NFL Draft event petition to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Play Football at Corner Ball Park event petition to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Draft Day in the D event petition to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent St. Patrick Senior Center Festival petition to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Detroit Riverfront Polo and Fashion Classic petition to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Hot Chocolate Run Detroit petition to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Opening Day at Mix Bricktown petition to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)
• Sent Old Shillelagh Parking Lot Party petition to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, is holding budget hearings for the Board of Review, Office of Inspector General, Office of the Ombudsman, and Department of Public Works. The hearings will review FY2025 budget proposals and related documents, with public comment at the end.

• Budget hearing for Board of Review
• Budget hearing for Office of Inspector General
• Budget hearing for Office of the Ombudsman
• Budget hearing for Department of Public Works, including responses to council member questions
• Public comment period

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held hearings for multiple city offices. The committee voted to move the Board of Review budget, auto filing appeal system funding, and specific IT positions to executive session.

• Moved Board of Review budget to executive session (8-0)
• Moved funding for auto filing appeal system to executive session (8-0)
• Moved admin and Board of Review efficiency for clients to executive session (7-0)
• Moved $131,000 for I.T. Analyst to executive session (5-0)
• Moved I.T. place holder position to executive session (5-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on several items, including the sale of city-owned properties, contract approvals for housing and social services, and a third amended agreement with the Detroit Land Bank Authority. The agenda also includes reports on the nuisance abatement program, United Community Housing Coalition contracts, and a proposed resolution on rent control.

• Property sale of 6448 Garfield St. to Midwest Group LLC for $5,100
• Third Amended MOU with Detroit Land Bank Authority
• Contract with Wayne Metro Community Action Agency for $410,200 (ARPA funded)
• Contract with Accounting Aid Society for $375,000 for tax preparation services
• Property sales: 18068 Pelkey ($25,000), 21607 W Grand River ($36,000), 9421 W Fort ($5,750)

The committee moved multiple contracts for homeless assistance, tax preparation, and property renovations to formal session. It also advanced several city-owned property sales and a land bank memorandum of understanding for further action.

• Moved property sale of 6448 Garfield St. to Midwest Group LLC for $5,100 to formal session (2-0)
• Moved Third Amended and Restated MOU between City and Detroit Land Bank Authority to formal session without recommendation (2-0)
• Moved $410,200 contract for Wayne Metro Community Action Agency homeless services to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $153,065 contract for Jozef Contractor, Inc. to renovate 8604 Central Street to formal session (2-0)
• Moved $375,000 contract for Accounting Aid Society tax preparation services to formal session (2-0)
• Moved property sale of 21607 W Grand River to Maty’s Africa Restaurant L.L.C. for $36,000 to formal session (2-0)
• Moved property sale of 9421 W Fort Street to Oscar Romo for $5,750 to formal session (2-0)
• Moved UAW-Ford landscaping and signage request at 151 West Jefferson Avenue to formal session (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to review several contract amendments, new contracts, and financial reports. Items include amendments to auditing, auction, financial advisory, and Oracle support contracts, plus new forensic audit services. The committee will also discuss the Mayor's proposed FY2025 budget community outreach report and responses to budget questions from departments.

• Contract 6005276-A1: Amend professional auditing services with Stout Risius Ross, LLC, total $500,000
• Contract 6006156: New $250,000 forensic audit services with UHY Advisors MI, Inc.
• Contract 6003001-A3: Amend Oracle managed support services, increase $294,235.12, total $4,009,890.12
• NEZ certificates for rehab of 20-unit buildings at 1420 Holden/6217 Lincoln and 6465 Sterling
• Community Outreach Report for Mayor's Proposed FY2025 Budget

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee recommended several professional service contracts and Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificates for formal approval. The committee also received financial reports and tabled discussions on payday loan regulations and public-private partnerships.

• Recommended approval of $500,000 auditing services contract with Stout Risius Ross, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of auction services time extension for Midwest Auto Auction, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $250,000 forensic audit contract with UHY Advisors MI, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $400,000 financial advisory time extension for Public Resources Advisory Group, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $294,235.12 funding increase for Oracle support via Applications Software Technology LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificates for 20-unit projects at 1420 Holden and 6217 Lincoln (3-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificate for 20-unit project at 6465 Sterling (3-0)
• Received and filed OCFO Financial Report for seven months ended January 31, 2024 (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will consider contract amendments and lawsuit settlements, including a $1 million increase for legal services with Fink Bressack, PLLC. The committee will also review several proposed settlements totaling over $190,000 in cases against the city, plus appointments and reports on task force staffing and a potential Veterans Department.

• Contract 6000554-A14: $1,000,000 increase for legal services with Fink Bressack, PLLC, extending to June 30, 2025
• Contract 6001758-A3: $412,000 increase for Detroit Legal News for legal/public notices and archival services
• Seven lawsuit settlements, including $99,000 to Eric Reed and $55,000 to Tina Favors
• Interview of Kenneth Daniels for City Planning Commission District 3 appointee
• Report on creating a Veterans Department for the City of Detroit

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended several legal settlements and a contract extension for the City Clerk's office for formal approval. The committee also recommended the reappointment of Ken Daniels to the Planning Commission.

• Recommended approval of Ken Daniels for City Planning Commission District 3 appointee
• Recommended approval of $412,000 contract increase for Detroit Legal News (Inland Press)
• Recommended approval of $10,000 settlement payment from Lewis Foster to the City
• Recommended approval of $55,000 settlement for Tina Favors
• Recommended approval of $20,000 settlement for Jeffrey Franklin
• Recommended approval of $6,000 settlement for 1st Care Transportation Inc.
• Recommended approval of $99,000 settlement for Eric Reed
• Recommended approval of $3,900 settlement for Kevin T. Crawford, D.O., P.C.

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, is holding budget hearings for Fiscal Year 2025. Departments presenting include General Services/Recreation, Media Services, the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, and Non-Departmental/Capital Budget/Debt Service. The hearings are scheduled throughout the day at the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, with public comment available.

• General Services/Recreation Department FY25 budget presentation
• Media Services FY2025 budget presentation and responses to council questions
• Office of the Chief Financial Officer (all divisions) FY2025 budget presentation
• Non-Departmental/Capital Budget/Debt Service FY2025 budget presentation
• Public comment period

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held hearings for several departments. The committee voted to move numerous specific budget items, studies, and funding requests into executive session for further discussion.

• Sent U-Visa subprocess conversation to executive session (7-0)
• Sent minority contractor/business development program to executive session (7-0)
• Sent $20 million ARPA dollars to executive session (7-0)
• Sent entire Non-Departmental/Capital Budget/Debt Service budget to executive session (7-0)
• Sent study on universal design to executive session (7-0)
• Sent retiree COLA, annuity clawback, and fund resources to executive session (7-0)
• Sent study on local option sales tax in Central Business District to executive session (7-0)
• Sent $55 million vehicle acquisition cost spreading to executive session (7-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council is holding a formal session to consider a range of items, including contract approvals, lawsuit settlements, neighborhood enterprise zone certificates, and various reports. Key actions include approving contracts for auditing, demolition, and maintenance services, as well as settling several lawsuits against the city. The agenda also includes referrals to standing committees for further review.

• Contract No. 6005276-A1: Amend professional auditing services with Stout Risius Ross, LLC, total $500,000.
• Contract No. 6006156: Forensic audit services with UHY Advisors MI, Inc., $250,000.
• NEZ certificates for rehab of vacant buildings at 1420 Holden/6217 Lincoln and 6465 Sterling (20 units each).
• Settlements: Lewis Foster v City of Detroit ($10,000), Tina Favors v City of Detroit ($55,000), Jeffrey Franklin v City of Detroit ($20,000).
• Contract No. 6006011: Floriculture maintenance city-wide with W H Canon, LLC, $2,450,000.

The City Council approved several high-value contracts for park improvements, graffiti removal, and tree planting. The body also authorized multiple legal settlements and introduced an ordinance to aid human trafficking victims by requiring signs at business-oriented lodging.

• Approved $9.55M contract for A.B. Ford Park Phase 2 renovations (9-0)
• Approved $2.225M contract for tree planting and maintenance (9-0)
• Approved $1.8M HVAC maintenance contract for DDOT facilities (9-0)
• Approved $895,000 settlement for Gregory Smith and Toron Crawford (7-2)
• Approved $696,000 refuse truck rental contract (8-1)
• Approved $210,600 graffiti removal contract (9-0)
• Introduced ordinance requiring signs at lodging to aid human trafficking victims (9-0)
• Approved sale of 16305 & 16309 W Warren for $30,000 (9-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will review several contracts, grant applications, and street encroachment petitions. Items include a bus shelter glass replacement contract extension, a resident ID software system, firefighter gear maintenance, and multiple encroachment requests for signs, awnings, and utility installations. The committee will also discuss unfinished business items such as a traffic petition and resolutions on human trafficking and state legislation.

• Contract 6004310-A1: $430,875 extension for DDOT bus shelter glass panels (Christy Glass Company)
• Contract 6006102: $87,000 for municipal resident ID software (Omicron Technology Solution, LLC)
• Contract 6006112: $442,903.50 for firefighter turnout gear maintenance (Fireservice Management LLC)
• Petition 2024-076: request to make St. Martins one-way westbound between Warrington and alley
• Encroachment petitions for 1435 Randolph, 2420 Bagley, 1407 Randolph, 630 Woodward, and AT&T on Somerset

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee recommended several contracts and encroachment petitions for formal session approval. This includes a $442,903.50 firefighter gear maintenance contract and a $2.28 million grant application for infrastructure support.

• Recommended approval of $442,903.50 contract for firefighter turnout gear maintenance (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $0.00 time extension for DDOT bus shelter glass replacement (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $2,286,715.00 grant application for Technical Assistance Center Support Services (3-0)
• Recommended approval of time extension for $4,365,000.00 transportation grant (3-0)
• Recommended approval of one-way street change on St. Martins (2-0)
• Recommended approval of encroachment petitions for 1435 Randolph, 2420 Bagley, 1407 Randolph, 630 Woodward, and Somerset Ave (3-0)
• Recommended approval of alley vacation for Grobbel Properties LLC (3-0)
• Tabled resident ID card software contract for one week (2-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, is holding budget hearings for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda includes presentations from the Port Authority, 36th District Court, Police Department, Police Commission, and the Detroit Institute of Arts. These are hearings to review and discuss budget proposals, not final votes.

• Budget hearing for the Police Department, including a 2024 Council Budget Presentation and responses to council member questions
• Budget hearing for the 36th District Court
• Budget hearing for the Port Authority
• Budget hearing for the Police Commission
• Budget hearing for the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA)

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held budget hearings on March 25, 2024 with the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority, 36th District Court, Police Department, Police Commission, and Detroit Institute of Arts. Members made motions to place several items into Executive Session or the Closing Resolution, including the Port Authority's $2.6 million capital ask, 36th District Court capital needs of at least $3,000,000, and various police items. The DIA hearing was held with no motion made. The minutes record no final approval or denial of any budget item; actions were procedural referrals.

• Motion to place $2.6M Port Authority capital ask into Executive Session carried 6-0
• Motion to add 36th District Court capital needs minimum $3,000,000 and Domestic Violence portion to Executive Session carried 7-0
• Motion to place Civil Infraction Technology into Executive Session carried 5-0
• Motion to place Civil Division of 36th District Court and Closing Resolution into Executive Session carried 6-0
• Motion to add Bike Patrol into Executive Session carried 9-0
• Motion to add Serve & Protect into Executive Session carried 9-0
• Motion to add DPD Capital Assets into Closing Resolution carried 8-0
• Motion to add 36th District Replacement Property into Closing Resolution carried 8-0

City Council Budget Hearings

The City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, holds FY 2025 budget hearings on March 22, 2024. Departments presenting are Human Resources, Employment Solutions, Detroit Water and Sewerage, and Transportation (D-DOT). The agenda lists presentations and responses to council questions; no dollar amounts or decisions are stated in the agenda text.

• Human Resources Department FY 2025 budget hearing at 10:00 A.M.
• Employment Solutions FY 2025 budget hearing at 11:00 A.M.
• Detroit Water and Sewerage Department FY 2025 budget hearing at 1:00 P.M.
• Department of Transportation (D-DOT) FY 2025 budget hearing at 2:00 P.M.
• Public comment period follows the hearings

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held hearings for multiple city departments. The committee voted to move the Human Resources and Department of Transportation budgets, along with specific transit and employee benefit items, to executive session for further review.

• Sent HR budget to executive session to examine retiree post-employee benefits (8-0)
• Added onboarding program for new council members to closing resolution (8-0)
• Added tuition reimbursement to closing resolution (8-0)
• Sent discussion on employee childcare to executive session (7-0)
• Sent use of QR codes to executive session (8-0)
• Sent Detroit Employment Solutions Corp mobile bus/hub vehicle acquisition to executive session (6-0)
• Sent DDOT budget, $30,000 for Coach and Paratransit, and $250,000 for ADA driver training to executive session (8-0 each)
• Added tracking technology to closing resolution (9-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, is holding budget hearings on March 21, 2024. The hearings cover the Law Department, Board of Ethics, Detroit Transportation Corporation, and Museum of African American History, with public comment also scheduled.

• Budget hearing for Law Department at 10:00 A.M.
• Budget hearing for Board of Ethics at 11:00 A.M.
• Budget hearing for Detroit Transportation Corporation at 2:00 P.M.
• Budget hearing for Museum of African American History at 3:00 P.M.
• Public comment period

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is meeting to review several contracts and grant requests. The most consequential item is a $9,555,000 contract for Phase 2 renovations of A.B. Ford Park, brought back as directed from a prior meeting. The committee will also consider contracts for tree planting, electric golf carts, and irrigation repairs, plus a grant application and a tree donation.

• Contract No. 6006111: $9,555,000 for Phase 2 renovations of A.B. Ford Park, contractor Detroit Building Authority, through March 20, 2027
• Contract No. 6006042: $2,225,000 for tree planting and maintenance, contractor Payne Landscaping, Inc., through March 4, 2025
• Contract No. 3072317: $37,575 for two electric golf carts, contractor ADA Legacy Group, LLC, through December 31, 2024
• Contract No. 6006007: $275,000 for irrigation system repair and maintenance, contractor Decima, LLC, for two years
• Request to accept donation of up to 250 trees valued at $200,000 from The Greening of Detroit for various parks

The committee recommended several contracts and grant applications for formal City Council approval, including park renovations and tree maintenance. One memorandum regarding special events was tabled for two weeks.

• Recommended approval of $9,555,000 contract for A.B. Ford Park Phase 2 renovations
• Recommended approval of $2,225,000 tree planting and maintenance contract with Payne Landscaping, Inc. (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $37,575 contract for two electric golf carts from ADA Legacy Group, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $275,000 irrigation repair and maintenance contract with Decima, LLC (3-0)
• Recommended approval to apply for a $500,000 U.S. Department of Energy Futures Grant (3-0)
• Recommended approval to accept a donation of up to 250 trees valued at $200,000 from Greening of Detroit (3-0)
• Tabled memorandum on Special Events – Business Engagement until April 4th

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including a proposed just-cause eviction ordinance, and new business items such as property sales and support for a federal funding request. The agenda includes several property sales to private buyers and memoranda from council members on street signs, a hotel development, and a building authority property list.

• Just Cause Evictions ordinance amendment to Chapter 8, Property Maintenance Code
• Property sale of 16305 & 16309 W Warren to Dyno Electric Inc for $30,000
• Property sale of 5122 W. Chicago to Rucker Property Management Group LLC for $15,000
• Property sale of 6448 Garfield St. to Midwest Group LLC for $5,100
• Support letter for federal funding for masonry repairs at Charles Lang Freer House, 71 East Ferry Ave

The committee recommended the sale of two city-owned properties to private buyers. It also removed a proposed ordinance regarding just cause evictions from the agenda and deferred several other items for further review.

• Recommended approval of property sale at 16305 & 16309 W Warren to Dyno Electric Inc for $30,000.00 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of property sale at 5122 W. Chicago to Rucker Property Management Group LLC for $15,000.00 (3-0)
• Removed proposed Just Cause Eviction ordinance from agenda (3-0)
• Received and filed report on federal funding request for Charles Lang Freer House (3-0)
• Tabled property sale of 6448 Garfield St. to Midwest Group LLC for one week (3-0)
• Tabled amendment to Sec. 43-3-41 regarding secondary street signs for three weeks (3-0)
• Referred Hotel at Water Square Benefits to Planning and Development for three weeks (3-0)
• Referred request for Detroit Building Authority property list to DBA for three weeks (3-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to discuss ARPA Digital Divide and Technology programs, additional ARPA programs, and reports on DWSD's audited financials and the status of the Council's 2023-2024 financial priorities. The committee will also receive the city's monthly financial report for January 2024 and consider a resolution supporting regulation of payday loans.

• Discussion of ARPA Digital Divide and Technology programs
• Discussion of additional ARPA programs
• Report on DWSD audited financials and relationship with GLWA
• Report on status of 2023-2024 financial and budgetary priorities
• Resolution in support of SB 632 regulating payday loans

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee approved the previous minutes and discussed ARPA technology programs without making motions. The committee voted unanimously to bring back four items in one week: reports on Detroit Water and Sewerage Department finances, Council budget priorities, the city's seven-month financial report, and a memorandum supporting state legislation on payday loans.

• Approved minutes from March 13, 2024 (2-0)
• Tabled DWSD and GLWA financial audit report for one week (3-0)
• Tabled FY 2023-2024 Council Closing Resolutions status report for one week (3-0)
• Tabled City Financial Report for seven months ended Jan 31, 2024 for one week (3-0)
• Tabled memorandum supporting SB 632 on payday loans for one week (3-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, is holding budget hearings for Fiscal Year 2025. Departments presenting include Construction and Demolition, Appeals and Hearings, Buildings Safety Engineering and Environmental, and Civil Rights Inclusion and Opportunity. The council will review budget presentations and responses to council member questions. Public comment is also scheduled.

• FY2025 budget hearing for Construction and Demolition Department
• FY2025 budget hearing for Department of Appeals and Hearings
• FY2025 budget hearing for Buildings, Safety, Engineering, and Environmental Department
• FY2025 budget hearing for Civil Rights, Inclusion, and Opportunity
• Public comment period

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held hearings for five city departments. The committee voted to move various topics, including school vacancies, senior blight relief, and lead-based paint encapsulation, into executive session for further review.

• Moved 33 vacant DPSCD schools to Executive Session (5-0)
• Moved Relief for Seniors with Blight tickets to Executive Session (6-0)
• Added compliance of senior multi-story buildings to Executive Session (9-0)
• Added encapsulation of lead-based paint to Executive Session (9-0)
• Added landlord info fair to Executive Session (9-0)
• Added senior building inspector to Executive Session (9-0)
• Added age friendly community categories to Executive Session (9-0)
• Added Office of Early Learning to Executive Session (9-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee will consider several lawsuit settlements totaling over $1.16 million, including a $895,000 payment to Gregory Smith and Toron Crawford. The committee will also interview Gwen Lewis for the City Planning Commission, discuss a contract amendment for Miller Canfield, and review appointments and a salary adjustment.

• Settlement of $895,000 in Gregory Smith and Toron Crawford v City of Detroit
• Settlement of $110,000 in Oliver v Bussa, Cassini, City of Detroit
• Settlement of $115,000 in Alastra v City of Detroit
• Contract amendment for Miller Canfield Paddock & Stone, total $12,950,522.56
• Interview of Gwen Lewis for City Planning Commission

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended several legal settlements and the reappointment of Gwen Lewis to the City Planning Commission for formal session. The committee also recommended an update to the official compensation schedule for Benefits Clerk 4 positions.

• Recommended approval of $895,000 settlement for Gregory Smith and Toron Crawford (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $115,000 settlement for Claudio Guiseppe Alastra (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $110,000 settlement for Michael Oliver (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $38,937.47 settlement for Shantia Perry (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $4,750 settlement for Midtown RX Pharmacy Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended reappointment of Gwen Lewis to the City Planning Commission (2-0)
• Recommended pay range of $53,130 - $69,017 for Benefits Clerk 4 (2-0)
• Sent Miller Canfield Paddock & Stone contract extension to formal session with no recommendation (2-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council formal session on March 19, 2024, will consider several contracts and settlements, including a $4.16 million voting equipment contract with Dominion Voting Systems and a 2023-2027 labor agreement with AFSCME and the Detroit Building Trades Council. The agenda also includes referrals to standing committees for items like a payday loan resolution, a $2.2 million tree planting contract, and a commercial rehabilitation certificate for a property at 600 Civic Center Drive. Several lawsuit settlements, including one for $150,000, are also up for approval.

• $4,164,642 contract with Dominion Voting Systems for voting equipment and election support
• 2023-2027 labor agreement with AFSCME Local 1227 and Detroit Building Trades Council
• $2,225,000 contract with Payne Landscaping for tree planting and maintenance
• Settlement of $150,000 in Richard Cadoura v City of Detroit lawsuit
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for 403 rental units at 6005 Second Avenue

Detroit City Council approved a long list of contracts at its March 19, 2024 formal session, including $17.5 million for freeway CCTV and license plate readers, $10.96 million to renovate the Dexter Elmhurst Recreation Center, and $9.46 million for Dexter Avenue streetscape work. Council also approved a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for 403 rental units at 6005 Second Avenue/One Ford Place on a 6-2 vote, and approved a 2023-2027 labor agreement with AFSCME Local 1227 and the Detroit Building Trades Council. Several items were referred to standing committees for later review, and two items were removed from the agenda.

• Approved $17,500,000 contract with Motor City Electric Utilities for freeway CCTV and license plate readers (7-1, GSR no)
• Approved $10,960,057 contract with DeAngelis Diamond Construction to renovate Dexter Elmhurst Recreation Center (8-0)
• Approved $9,456,750.50 contract with Angelo Iafrate Construction for Dexter Avenue streetscape improvements (8-0)
• Approved Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for 403 rental units at 6005 Second Avenue/One Ford Place (6-2, GSR and AWC no)
• Approved 2023-2027 labor agreement with AFSCME Local 1227 and Detroit Building Trades Council - Tripartite (8-0)
• Approved $4,164,642 contract with Dominion Voting Systems for voting equipment tabulators and support (8-0)
• Approved $3,000,000 contract with DeAngelis Diamond Construction for State of Good Repair at DPD Metro Division (7-1, GSR no)
• Removed proposed ordinance on signs at business-oriented lodging and resolution on Future of Health area transportation needs (8-0 each)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, is holding budget hearings for the FY2025 budgets of the Fire Department, Airport Department, and Public Lighting Department/Public Lighting Authority. The hearings include presentations and responses to council member questions. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Fire Department FY2025 budget hearing, including surveillance technology use and procurement reports
• Airport Department FY2025 budget hearing
• Public Lighting Department/Public Lighting Authority FY2025 budget hearing
• Public comment period

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held hearings for the Fire, Airport, and Public Lighting departments. The committee voted to move specific funding and technology discussions to executive session. No motions were made during the Airport Department hearing.

• Added resources for disabled residents to executive session (5-0)
• Added city-wide engine capital needs to executive session (5-0)
• Sent alley and mid-block lighting discussion to executive session (6-0)
• Sent solar technology for public lights discussion to executive session (6-0)
• Sent Best Value Program to executive session (6-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business and new business, including several contracts, ordinances, and memoranda. Key items include a $10.96 million ARPA-funded renovation of the Dexter Elmhurst Recreation Center, a $9.46 million Dexter Avenue streetscape project, and a proposed ordinance requiring human trafficking signs at business-oriented lodging. The committee will also consider various grants, a street vacation petition, and reports on topics like contaminated demolition sites and childcare vouchers.

• Contract No. 6006098: $10,960,057 for Dexter Elmhurst Recreation Center renovation (DeAngelis Diamond Construction)
• Contract No. 6006105: $9,456,750.50 for Dexter Avenue streetscape improvements (Angelo Iafrate Construction)
• Contract No. 6006104: $1,800,000 for DDOT HVAC maintenance (Johnson Controls)
• Contract No. 3073378: $233,264 for four vans for Mental Health Co-Response Program (Bob Maxey Ford)
• Ordinance to add Section 31-3-5 requiring human trafficking signs at business-oriented lodging

The committee moved a proposal to require signs at business-oriented lodging to aid human trafficking victims to a formal session. It also advanced a $1.8 million HVAC maintenance contract for DDOT facilities to a formal session. Several other contract and grant requests were moved to new business or tabled for future review.

• Moved human trafficking sign ordinance to formal session for introduction (2-0)
• Approved $1.8M DDOT HVAC maintenance contract for Johnson Controls, Inc. to move to formal session (2-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on Nardin Park contaminated demolition sites (2-0)
• Received and filed evaluation of Dangerous Animals Ordinance and Emma’s Clause (2-0)
• Referred Language Access Ordinance request to Law Department (2-0)
• Tabled Great Lakes Water Authority Freud Street vacation request for 4 weeks (2-0)
• Tabled request for Childcare Impact Fund Ordinance for 3 weeks (2-0)
• Tabled request for Childcare Vouchers financial impact report for 3 weeks (2-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, holds FY2025 budget hearings on March 15, 2024. Departments presenting include the Health Department, Department of Innovation and Technology, Mayor's Office, and Detroit Public Library. The agenda lists attached budget slides and responses to council member questions, but no dollar amounts or specific proposals are stated in the agenda text.

• Health Department FY2025 budget hearing with slide deck and responses to council members
• Department of Innovation and Technology FY2025 budget hearing with slides and responses
• Mayor's Office FY2025 budget hearing with budget slides
• Detroit Public Library FY2025 budget hearing (no attachments listed)
• Public comment period scheduled

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held hearings for the Health Department and Department of Innovation and Technology. Several specific funding and policy discussions were moved to executive session.

• Moved behavioral health services and outreach to executive session (8-0)
• Moved maternal child health to executive session (8-0)
• Moved funding increase for healthy outcomes for disabled residents to executive session (8-0)
• Moved discussion on city partner website links to executive session (5-0)
• Added Affordable Connectivity Program to closing resolution session (5-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is meeting to review contracts, grant applications, and event permits. Key items include a $9,555,000 contract for A.B. Ford Park renovations, several special event petitions, and multiple park improvement contracts. The committee will also consider accepting donations and applying for state grants.

• Contract No. 6006111: $9,555,000 for Phase 2 renovations of A.B. Ford Park, contractor Detroit Building Authority, through March 20, 2027
• Petition for 2024 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear, May 31-June 2, 2024, downtown Detroit
• Contract No. 6005457-A1: $700,000 increase for debris remediation, total $2,099,842, contractor Cleaning Up Detroit City, LLC
• Contract No. 6006013: $210,600 for graffiti removal, contractor Graffiti Solutions Inc.
• Acceptance of $311,482 stormwater rain gardens donation from Chandler Park Conservancy

The committee recommended the approval of multiple contracts for park renovations, tree planting, and debris removal. It also recommended approving several event petitions and the acceptance of a donation for Chandler Park.

• Recommended approval of $9.55M A.B. Ford Park renovation contract (tabled for one week) (2-0)
• Recommended approval of 5 event petitions including Detroit Grand Prix and Easter festivals (2-0)
• Recommended $700,000 funding increase for debris remediation by Cleaning Up Detroit City, LLC (2-0)
• Recommended $210,600 graffiti removal contract with Graffiti Solutions Inc. (2-0)
• Recommended $327,686.50 Brookins Park renovation contract (2-0)
• Recommended $920,000 total for two tree planting and maintenance contracts (2-0)
• Recommended approval to accept $311,482.00 donation of rain gardens for Chandler Park (2-0)
• Recommended authorization to apply for three state grants totaling $750,000 in requested funds (2-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee will review several contract amendments and new contracts, including housing and revitalization projects, plus reports on historic district designations and inquiries into United Community Housing Coalition contracts. The agenda also includes updates on previously discussed items like the Motor City Match program and the Detroit Land Bank Authority MOU.

• Contract 6004371-A1: $381,667 increase for compliance services for Home Investors Loan Program, total $1,341,667
• Contract 6006063: $148,390 for full renovation of BNP property at 16926 Lilac Street
• Contract 6006052/6006056/6006126: three $800,000 contracts for historic roof repairs for up to 20 households each
• Proposed ordinance to establish Def Sound Studio House Historic District
• Reports on Renaissance Zone reimbursements and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit benefits

The committee recommended several housing renovation and historic roof repair contracts for formal session approval. It also moved to introduce an ordinance establishing the Def Sound Studio House Historic District. Multiple reports were received and filed, while several inquiries regarding the United Community Housing Coalition were referred for further review.

• Recommended approval of $1.34M Home Investors Loan Program contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $148,390 renovation for 16926 Lilac Street (3-0)
• Recommended approval of three $800,000 historic roof repair contracts (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $200,000 trash-out and board-up services contract (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $260,000 Owen Economic Empowerment Center design amendment (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Courtyard by Marriott sign at 333 East Jefferson Ave (3-0)
• Recommended introduction of Def Sound Studio House Historic District ordinance (3-0)
• Recommended approval of resolution for Future of Health area transportation needs (3-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, is holding budget hearings for the FY2025 fiscal year. The hearings cover the Housing and Revitalization Department, Detroit Building Authority, Detroit Land Bank Authority, and Planning and Development Department, with presentations and responses to council member questions. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Housing and Revitalization Department FY2025 budget hearing
• Detroit Building Authority FY2025 budget hearing
• Detroit Land Bank Authority FY2025 budget hearing, including District 4 property inventories
• Planning and Development Department FY2025 budget hearing
• Public comment period

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, held budget hearings on March 14, 2024 for the Housing and Revitalization Department, Detroit Building Authority, Detroit Land Bank Authority, and Planning and Development Department. Members voted to send numerous discussion items to Executive Session, including $2.7 million in Stellantis funding, a Community Land Trust Fund, 3D printing, housing for the aging population, an emergency response program, accessibility programs for seniors and veterans, land bank purchase preferences, dangerous buildings funds, tenant rights, nuisance abatement, and a $250,000 retail corridor study for the Joy Road area. No final funding decisions were recorded; the minutes document procedural motions and referrals only.

• Moved $2.7 million in Stellantis funding to Executive Session (7-0)
• Moved establishment of a funded Community Land Trust Fund to Executive Session (7-0)
• Moved 3D printing discussion to Executive Session (7-0)
• Moved Housing for Aging Population discussion to Executive Session (6-0)
• Moved Emergency Response Program for Housing & Revitalization to Executive Session (6-0)
• Moved Accessibility for Seniors & Veterans Programs to Executive Session (6-0)
• Moved $250,000 retail corridor study for Joy Road area to Executive Session (5-0)
• Moved entire Planning and Development Department to Executive Session (6-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council, expanded to all nine members, is holding budget hearings on March 13, 2024, to review proposed budgets for the Office of the Auditor General, Historical Department, Zoological Society, and Board of Zoning Appeals. Each hearing includes participation from the Legislative Policy Division, Office of Budget, and Office of Contracting and Procurement. Public comment is scheduled after the hearings.

• Budget hearing for Office of the Auditor General at 10:00 AM
• Budget hearing for Historical Department at 11:00 AM
• Budget hearing for Zoological Society at 2:00 PM
• Budget hearing for Board of Zoning Appeals at 3:00 PM
• Public comment period

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several contracts, including a $4.16 million voting equipment deal with Dominion Voting Systems, along with legal settlements and other administrative items. The agenda also includes interviews and resolutions related to the Reparations Task Force, as well as a report on whether City Council can unilaterally increase service fees.

• Contract No. 6006096 with Dominion Voting Systems for $4,164,642.00 for voting equipment and election support
• Contract No. 3073179 with Doers Edge, LLC for $48,100.00 for a legislative retreat
• Contract No. 3072813 with Leaps and Bounds Family Services for $87,500.00 for CDA credential training
• Amendment to Contract No. 6000554-A14 with Fink Bressack, PLLC for $1,000,000.00 increase for legal services
• Three lawsuit settlements totaling $295,000.00 (Peterson, Oliver, Cadoura)

The Internal Operations Standing Committee recommended approval for multiple city contracts, including voting equipment and legal services. The committee also recommended approval for two lawsuit settlements and a new labor agreement. Several items were tabled or scheduled to be brought back for further review.

• Recommended approval of $4,164,642.00 contract for Dominion Voting Systems (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $150,000.00 settlement for Richard Cadoura (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $35,000.00 settlement for Marcus Anthony Peterson (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $48,100.00 contract for Doers Edge, LLC (2-0)
• Recommended approval of $87,500.00 contract for Leaps and Bounds Family Services (2-0)
• Recommended approval of 2023-2027 Labor Agreement with AFSCME Local 1227 and Detroit Building Trades Council (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Yolanda Jack for Reparations Task Force (2-0)
• Tabled $1M increase for Fink Bressack, PLLC legal services for two weeks (2-0)

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to discuss ARPA-funded affordable housing initiatives and public safety programs, and to review reports on DWSD finances, low-income housing tax credits, public-private partnerships, and a potential youth budget. The committee will also consider a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for a 403-unit rehabilitation project at 6005 Second Avenue. Several items are informational reports or status updates rather than final votes.

• Discussion of ARPA Affordable Housing Initiatives
• Discussion of ARPA Public Safety with Chief James White
• NEZ certificate application for 6005 Second Avenue/One Ford Place (403 rental units)
• Report on DWSD audited financials for June 30, 2023
• Status reports on Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, Public-Private Partnerships, and Youth Budget FY 25

The committee moved a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate application for a building at 6005 Second Avenue to formal session. It deferred decisions on reports regarding Detroit Water and Sewerage Department finances and Council budget priorities for one week. Discussions on ARPA housing and public safety initiatives occurred without any motions being made.

• Moved NEZ certificate application for 6005 Second Ave/One Ford Place to formal session (3-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (3-0)
• Deferred report on Public-Private Partnerships for 2 weeks (3-0)
• Deferred report on Youth Budget FY 25 for 2 weeks (3-0)
• Deferred report on DWSD audited financials for 1 week (3-0)
• Deferred report on 2023-2024 Financial and Budgetary Priorities for 1 week (3-0)
• Discussed ARPA Affordable Housing Initiatives (no motion)
• Discussed ARPA Public Safety (no motion)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will hold a formal session featuring a Stellantis update presentation and remarks from the Stellantis Neighborhood Advisory Committee. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $1 million increase for legal services, and approve multiple lawsuit settlements totaling over $493,000.

• Stellantis update presentation and Neighborhood Advisory Committee remarks
• Contract amendment for legal services with Fink Bressack, PLLC, increased by $1,000,000 to $5,570,000
• Settlement in Grosse Pointe Moving and Storage v City of Detroit for $49,850
• Settlement in Lisa Halley v City of Detroit for $300,000
• Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate applications for 6005 Second Avenue and 2908 Harrison

The City Council approved several service contracts, including $293,020 for election ballot test decks and $120,000 for state lobbyist services. The body also authorized multiple legal settlements totaling over $490,000 and introduced a new ordinance regarding tenants' rights.

• Approved $293,020 contract for election ballot test decks (8-0)
• Approved $120,000 contract for state lobbyist services (8-0)
• Approved legal settlements totaling $493,132 across four cases (8-0)
• Introduced ordinance to establish a Tenants’ Rights Commission (8-0)
• Approved $2.5M Right to Counsel Grant (8-0)
• Approved $1.7M contract for commercial structure abatement (5-3)
• Approved $488,100 for police mental health training (8-0)
• Approved extension of outdoor dining permits through Dec 31, 2024 (8-0)

City Council Budget Hearings

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee will hold a series of hearings regarding the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. The sessions include presentations and responses to budget analysis for various municipal entities.

• Budget hearing for DEGC, DDA, EDC, and LDFA
• Budget hearing for Municipal Parking
• Budget hearing for the City Clerk's Office
• Budget hearing for the Department of Elections

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee held hearings for various city departments. The committee voted to move specific funding requests and policy discussions, including elections and ADA improvements, into executive session.

• Added Detroit Legacy Business to executive session (8-0)
• Added education to executive session (8-0)
• Added cross training to executive session (8-0)
• Added project data to executive session (8-0)
• Added discount marketing language to executive session (8-0)
• Sent Department of Elections Building capital needs to executive session (7-0)
• Sent $2 million for Elections Department to executive session (7-0)
• Sent $3 million for ADA improvements to executive session (7-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Detroit Public Health and Safety Standing Committee is reviewing multiple contract amendments and new contracts, including a $17.5 million CCTV and license plate reader installation for freeway corridors, several emergency demolitions, and a proposed ordinance requiring human trafficking awareness signs at lodging businesses. The agenda also includes reports on dangerous buildings, a resolution supporting federal human trafficking detection legislation, and a declaration of April as Syphilis Awareness Month.

• Contract 6006053: $17,500,000 for CCTV and license plate reader installation for freeway corridor coverage (Motor City Electric Utilities)
• Contract 6001858-A2: $360,000 increase for transportation planning services with AECOM Great Lakes, total $7,617,658
• Emergency demolitions: 22027 Fenkell ($119,359.50), 9717 & 9725 N Martindale ($75,900), 2445 McClellan ($59,000), 11848 Findlay ($25,272), 1969 Fullerton ($31,999), 13501 Appoline ($31,616), 9530 Carlin ($29,999)
• Proposed ordinance to add Section 31-3-5 requiring signs at business-oriented lodging to aid human trafficking victims
• Resolution declaring April as 'Syphilis Awareness Month' in Detroit

The committee concurred with departmental findings to defer a demolition order for 15847 Hazelton for six months. Numerous emergency demolition and infrastructure contracts were moved to formal session for further action. Several resolutions and reports were received and filed or tabled for future dates.

• Approved 6-month demolition deferral for 15847 Hazelton (3-0)
• Approved minutes of 3/4/24 (2-0)
• Moved emergency demolition for 22027 Fenkell to formal session (3-0)
• Moved $483,000 pest control fund increase to formal session (3-0)
• Moved $17.5M CCTV and LPR installation contract to formal session (3-0)
• Moved $3M DPD Metro Division repair contract to formal session (3-0)
• Tabled resolution to create Department to Support Detroit Veterans (3-0)
• Received and filed request for Syphilis Awareness Month memorandum (3-0)

Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee is reviewing two previously deferred contracts, including a $9.6 million A.B. Ford Park renovation and a $331,442 eSports equipment purchase, plus several event permit petitions for the NFL Draft and other downtown gatherings. The committee is also considering new contracts for golf course management, cemetery services, and food programs, along with grant applications for park improvements and infrastructure.

• Contract 6006111: $9,555,000 for Phase 2 renovations of A.B. Ford Park (Detroit Building Authority)
• Contract 6005859: $331,442.61 for eSports equipment for recreation centers (FanFit Gaming Inc.)
• Petition for NFL Draft event at Campus Martius, Spirit Park, Hart Plaza (April 25-27, 2024)
• Contract 6005918: $1,361,750.25 for child and adult food care programs (Variety FoodServices)
• Request to apply for $20,710,255 RAISE grant from U.S. DOT

The Neighborhood and Community Services Standing Committee met with only two of three members present (Young and Benson); Whitfield-Calloway arrived during public comment. The committee voted 3-0 to send several items to formal session with recommendations for approval, including a $9,555,000 contract with the Detroit Building Authority for Phase 2 renovations of A.B. Ford Park (brought back in one week) and a $331,442.61 ARPA-funded eSports equipment contract with FanFit Gaming Inc. It also recommended approval of a $2,000,000 Michigan Enhancement Grant, a $20,710,255 RAISE grant application, and several event petitions, while removing one petition (Bobcat Bonnie's St. Patrick's Day Tent) from the agenda at the administration's request. No final approvals were made; all items were recommendations to the full council.

• Recommended approval of $331,442.61 ARPA contract for eSports equipment at recreation centers (FanFit Gaming Inc.) (3-0)
• Brought back in one week $9,555,000 contract for A.B. Ford Park Phase 2 renovations (Detroit Building Authority) (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Detroit Tigers Opening Day 2024 Celebration at Grand Circus Park on April 5 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Bedrock Private Draft Event at 1208 Woodward, April 25-27 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Grand Slam Festival at 1526 Broadway on April 5 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Hightail to Ale 5k at 2375 Franklin St. on May 10 (3-0)
• Recommended approval of NFL Draft event at Campus Martius, Spirit Park, Hart Plaza, April 25-27 (3-0)
• Removed Bobcat Bonnie's St. Patrick's Day Tent petition from agenda at administration's request (3-0)

Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee

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City Council Budget Hearings

The Detroit City Council's Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee, expanded to all nine members, is meeting to receive Mayor Mike Duggan's presentation of the proposed 2024-2025 city budget. The agenda includes the budget presentation and a period for public comment. Attached documents include the proposed budget and responses to council members' questions.

• Mayor Mike Duggan presents the FY2025 proposed city budget
• Public comment period on the budget
• Responses to council members Waters, Sheffield, Tate, and Johnson regarding the FY2025 budget

The Budget, Finance & Audit Standing Committee met to receive a presentation of the 2024-2025 Budget for the City of Detroit from Mayor Mike Duggan and city officials. The meeting included public comment from both in-person and virtual attendees. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Budget, Finance And Audit Standing Committee

The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is meeting to discuss American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund allocations, including beautification, blight remediation, public space, and workforce programs. The committee will also consider a banking services contract renewal, two Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificate applications, and reports on sewer line budgets and retiree pension policy alternatives.

• Discussion of ARPA beautification, blight remediation, and public space programs
• Discussion of ARPA workforce programs
• Contract 6001684-A1: renewal of banking services with Huntington National Bank, $0 increase, through March 1, 2029
• NEZ certificate for rehabilitation of 30-unit apartment building at 667 W. Alexandrine Avenue
• NEZ certificate for rehabilitation of house at 2908 Harrison in North Corktown

The committee recommended approval for a banking services contract renewal with Huntington National Bank and a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone certificate for a house at 2908 Harrison. Several reports and memoranda were received and filed, while one NEZ application was tabled.

• Approved minutes from 02-28-2024 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of banking services renewal with The Huntington National Bank NA (3-0)
• Recommended approval of NEZ certificate for 2908 Harrison (3-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on Sewer Line Budget Appropriation (3-0)
• Received and filed memorandum on Retiree Pension Solutions (3-0)
• Received and filed report on Baby Bond Programs (3-0)
• Tabled NEZ certificate application for 667 W. Alexandrine Avenue (3-0)

Internal Operations Standing Committee

The Internal Operations Standing Committee is reviewing various legal matters, including several settlement requests and legal representation for city employees. The agenda also includes discussions on contract extensions, grant appropriations, and upcoming board interviews.

• Settlement of $49,850.00 in Grosse Pointe Moving and Storage v City of Detroit
• Settlement of $895,000.00 in Gregory Smith and Toron Crawford v City of Detroit et al
• Contract extension for Miller Canfield Paddock & Stone, PLLC totaling $12,950,522.56
• Acceptance of the $2,500,000.00 FY 2024 Detroit Right to Counsel Grant
• Interview for Jannina Pena for Board of Review (D6)

The committee recommended a new tenants' rights ordinance and the acceptance of a $2.5 million Right to Counsel grant. It also recommended approval for several legal settlements and city contracts. Multiple requests for legal representation and indemnification for police officers were tabled for future dates.

• Recommended approval of Tenants’ Rights ordinance to amend City Code (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $2.5M FY 2024 Detroit Right to Counsel Grant (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $49,850 settlement for Grosse Pointe Moving and Storage (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $300,000 settlement for Lisa Halley (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $60,000 settlement for Margaret Taylor (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $83,432 settlement for Laron West (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $293,020 contract for ballot test decks (3-0)
• Recommended approval of $120,000 contract for state lobbyist services (3-0)

City Council Formal Session

The Detroit City Council will hold a formal session to consider a range of items, including contract approvals, lawsuit settlements, and the introduction of a new ordinance regulating fugitive dust. The agenda also includes reports on dangerous buildings, street encroachments, and a presentation on the NFL Draft. Most items are being referred to standing committees for further review.

• Contract amendment for banking services with Huntington National Bank (no cost increase)
• Settlements totaling $498,432 in three lawsuits (Laron West, Claudio Alastra, Lisa Halley)
• Proposed ordinance to regulate fugitive dust emissions (Chapter 8 amendments)
• Contract increase of $483,000 for pest control services (Pronto Pest Management)
• Petition for Detroit Tigers Opening Day celebration at Grand Circus Park

The Council approved several high-value contracts, including $9M for the Joe Louis Greenway and $6M for ARPA marketing campaigns. It also authorized multiple legal settlements and established the Dr. Lula Belle Stewart-Robinson House Historic District.

• Approved $9M contract for Joe Louis Greenway construction (9-0)
• Approved $6M in ARPA funding for marketing campaigns split between The Allen Lewis Agency and Emerald Media (8-0 and 5-4)
• Established Dr. Lula Belle Stewart-Robinson House Historic District (9-0)
• Approved $1.89M road repair contract for Scodeller Construction, Inc. (9-0)
• Approved $560,000 police evidence tracking software contract (9-0)
• Approved $105,000 settlement for Ashlee Unique Sims (9-0)
• Approved $250,000 donation for Milan Park renovations (9-0)
• Approved 15-year NEZ certificates for 4160 Fourth St and 1548 Ash St (9-0)

Public Health and Safety Standing Committee

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee will hold five public hearings on ordinances to change license expiration dates to May 31 for cabarets, arcades, dance halls, coffee houses, and sexually-oriented businesses. It will also consider multiple contracts, including demolition and police equipment, and discuss unfinished business on demolition code, human trafficking, and other memos.

• Public hearings on license expiration date changes to May 31 for cabarets, arcades, dance halls, coffee houses, and sexually-oriented businesses
• Contract 6006037: $864,820 for commercial structure stabilization at 16970 W. Warren Avenue
• Contract 6006074: $1,729,200 for abatement of 2 commercial structures at 3033 Bourke Street
• Contract 6005659: $488,100 for co-response mental health training with Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network
• Contract 6005589: $560,000 for property and evidence tracking software for Detroit Police Department

The Public Health and Safety Standing Committee approved and recommended several contracts, ordinances, and grant acceptances for formal session consideration. Actions included advancing ARPA-funded commercial stabilization and abatement contracts, updating business license expiration dates to May 31, and deferring demolition orders for seven properties. Several other items, including a resolution regarding the military budget, were removed or referred.

• Approved minutes from February 26, 2024 (3-0)
• Sent five amusement and entertainment license expiration ordinances to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent building code amendment on demolitions to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent business-oriented lodging signs ordinance to formal session for introduction and public hearing (3-0)
• Received and filed youth substance abuse program investment memorandum (3-0)
• Sent $864,820 ARPA contract to Professional Contracting & Consulting for commercial stabilizations to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)
• Sent $1,729,200 ARPA contract to Homrich Wrecking for commercial abatement and alterations to formal session with recommendation to approve (2-1)
• Sent $87,500 contract to Safeware for emergency fire air cushions to formal session with recommendation to approve (3-0)