MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00 A.m. - 11:00 A.m.

1340 Coleman A. Young Municipal Center [phone] Detroit, MI 48226

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COUNCIL MEMBER COLEMAN A. YOUNG WOULD PRESENT A TESTIMONIAL RESOLUTION TO DIRECTOR HELENE WEIR, CEO OF THE BOLL FAMILY YMCA IN DOWNTOWN DETROIT

HENRY FORD AND BRAIN CANCER AWARENESS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 

 

COUNCIL PRESIDENT JAMES TATE

COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM COLEMAN A. YOUNG, II

COUNCIL MEMBER SCOTT BENSON

COUNCIL MEMBER LATISHA JOHNSON

COUNCIL MEMBER DENZEL McCAMPBELL

COUNCIL MEMBER RENATA MILLER

COUNCIL MEMBER GABRIELA SANTIAGO-ROMERO

COUNCIL MEMBER MARY WATERS

COUNCIL MEMBER ANGELA WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY

 

Rosalind Kimbrough

Asst. City Council Committee Clerk

           

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1.

ROLL CALL

CM Benson - Excused Absence; CM Whitfield-Calloway - LATE (CM AWC)

CP Tate; CP Pro Tem Young, CM McCampbell, CM MiIler, CM Waters, CM Santiago-Romero, CM Johnson; Quorum - 7-0

2.

INVOCATION

Reverend Todd  Jarett c/o St. Paul A.M.E Zion Church

3.

APPROVAL OF JOURNAL OF LAST SESSION

Chair Approved of Journal of Last Session 

4.

RECONSIDERATIONS

None

5.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

None

6.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

7.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE:

OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL

7.1

Submitting report relative to

Audit of the American Rescue Plan Act – Neighborhood Beautification Initiative Program Operations. (Report is the result of our “Limited Scope Performance Audit of the American Rescue Plan Act) 

Refer to BFA Standing Committee(7)  ; CM Benson and CM AWC (2)-  NP

8.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE:

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

8.1

Submitting report relative to

Request for report on City of Detroit contracts involving data sharing with third parties. (City Council Member Denzel Anton McCampbell has requested the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) provide a report on the existence of any City of Detroit contracts with vendors that allow the selling and sharing of data with third party brokers and entities.) 

Refer to IOS Standing Committee meeting; (7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

MISCELLANEOUS

8.2

Council Member Denzel McCampbell

Submitting memorandum regarding Re-Establishing the Disability Task Force.

Refer to IOS Standing Committee meeting; (7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

8.3

Council Member Denzel McCampbell

Submitting memorandum regarding questions relative to the 2026 Executive Organization Plan.

Refer to IOS Standing Committee meeting; (7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

 

9.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE:

DETROIT BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

9.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Scheduling a Public Hearing regarding Approval of the Brownfield of the City of Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority for 1728 Michigan Avenue Redevelopment.  (The Developer will redevelop the vacant Property into a 9-story 60-unit mixed-use apartment building at 1728 Michigan Avenue.  The first floor will feature an approximately 1,125 square foot ground level commercial space as well as tenant amenity space. The second through ninth floors will consist of 60 residential apartments which will include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. The ninth floor will also include indoor and outdoor tenant amenity spaces. Surface parking will be provided on adjacent parcels owned by the developer, as well as through arrangements with neighboring parking operators.)

Refer to Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee; ( 7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

HISTORIC DESIGNATION ADVISORY BOARD

9.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Historic Designation Advisory Board Staff Honors Black History Month. (Historic Designation Advisory Board (HDAB) staff would like to inform the Honorable Detroit City Council that, in honor of Black History Month, we will be sharing posts related to Detroit’s African American History to our social media pages throughout the month of February.)

Refer to Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee; ( 7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

9.3

Submitting report relative to

District 6 Tax Abatements during 2022-2025. (The Legislative Policy Division (LPD) has been requested by Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero to provide a comprehensive report on all tax abatements that were provided in District 6 during the period of 2022-2025.) 

 

Refer to Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee; ( 7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

MISCELLANEOUS

9.4

Council Member Latisha Johnson

Submitting memorandum requesting that the City Planning Commission look into options to down-zone 10631 Whittier, aka Covergirls Strip Club. 

 

Refer to Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee; ( 7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

9.5

Council Member Latisha Johnson

Submitting memorandum requesting report on the Community Outreach Ordinance.

 

Refer to Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee; ( 7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE:

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

10.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3088921- Notification of Emergency 100% Bond Funding – To Provide Emergency Make Safe After Fire Response at 19444 McCormick – Contractor: Adamo Demolition Company – Location: 320 East Seven Mile Road Detroit, MI 48203 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30,2026 – Total Contract Amount: $68,977.11 CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ; ( 7);  CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007661- 100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Program Administrator for Coordinating and Managing Medical and Supportive Services for Persons Living with HIV in the Detroit Eligible Metropolitan Area. – Contractor: Community Health Awareness Group– Location: 1300 Fort Street Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $3,679,367.09 HEALTH

 

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ; ( 7);  CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007681- 100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Program Administrator for Coordinating and Managing Medical and Supportive Services for Persons Living with HIV in the Detroit Eligible Metropolitan Area. – Contractor: Matrix Human Services – Location: 450 Elliot Detroit, MI 48201 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $4,426,822.03 HEALTH 

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ( 7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007695- 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Service for Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America - Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program. – Contractor: Community Health Awareness Group– Location: 1300 Fort Street Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $1,205,451.00 HEALTH 

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ; ( 7);  CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007698- 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Service for Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America - Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program. – Contractor: Matrix Human Services– Location: 450 Elliot Detroit, MI 48201 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $1,792,722.00. HEALTH 

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ; (7) ; CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007622- 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Accident Coach Repair Service. – Contractor: Midwest Bus Corporation– Location: 1940 West Stewart Street, Owosso, MI 48867 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Five (5) Years – Total Contract Amount: $6,000.000.00 TRANSPORTATION 

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ; (7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

DEPARTMENT OF APPEALS AND HEARINGS

10.7

Submitting report relative to

The Department of Appeals and Hearings (DAH) has filed the findings and Demolition orders of the Hearing Officer for the Dangerous Buildings hearings held January 30, 2026, in accordance with Section 8-17-24(d) of the 2019 Detroit City Code.

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ;  (7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

10.8

Submitting report relative to

Legal Research on Property Management Agreements. (The Legislative Policy Division (LPD) has been requested by Council Member Latisha Johnson identify any "applicable laws that would compel co-operative apartment management entities to adhere to their management agreement and by-laws or otherwise provide resident-owners with meaningful redress." The impetus for the assignment involves two co-operative buildings in District 4).

Refer to PHS Standing Committee( 7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/ CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

10.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition No. x2026-013 – DD Metro LLC request for a vacation, with reserve of a utility easement part of Auburn Ave., lying southerly of Glendale Ave.  (All other involved City Departments, and privately owned utility companies have reported no objections. Provisions protecting utility installations are part of the attached resolution.)

Refer to PHS Standing Committee (7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

MISCELLANEOUS

10.10

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Submitting memorandum regarding request for Ordinance Updates and Enforcement Data.

Refer to PHS Standing Committee  ( 7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.11

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Submitting memorandum regarding DWSD Response Plan to Citywide Flooding. 

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ( 7) ; CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.12

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Submitting memorandum regarding City Cameras, Flock, and Public Spaces. 

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 7-0; CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP

10.13

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero joined by Council President Pro Tem Coleman A. Young, II

Submitting resolution In support of Women in Construction Week 2026. 

Refer to PHS Standing Committee  (7) ;CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

10.14

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum regarding request for Information on Blight Violations.

Refer to PHS Standing Committee ;  (7); CM Benson and CM AWC-  NP (2)

11.

VOTING ACTION MATTERS

12.

OTHER MATTERS

None 

13.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL OFFICIALS AND AGENCIES

None

14.

PUBLIC COMMENT

IN PERSON: Mr. Cunningham; Ben Gardner; Adam Barrett, Madeline Smith, Charles Miles, Ashley Anderson (Detroit Community Action Community), Rue Rodriquez, Cassandra Rodriguez, Daniel Weberaltorre, Ivory Burkes, Charles Cunningham, Mike Shane, Katherine Gyton, Wendy Gill, Dana Johnson, Melodie Richards, Steven Rimmer, Donovan McCardi, Marseilles Bell , Russ Bellant , Teresa McCormick, Morgan Boyleston, Deanne Austin, Alison Grigsby, Darryl Stewart, Bettie Lyons, E. Liberty, Cameron Lee, Char Williams, Tom DiggsSr. Grandson, Rueben Crowley, Steve Walker, Mr. Ronald Foster, Jacqueline Rice, Barberie Logan

VIRTUAL: Caller ending in 169; James Chandler, Mark Knight, Owner Pappa, William M. Davis Casey Pelliter, Zeronica Smith, Mrs. Mayberry, Please Stop Black Bottoming Residents, Tahira Ahmad, Al Williams, Cindy Darrah, Monica Lewis Patrick, Norell Hill, Betty A. Varner, Samsung SMG 991 U, 

IN PERSON: Assistant Chief Charles Fitzgerald (DPD), Chief F.D.  Hayes (DPD); (DPD) Legal Advisor, DC Grant Howe

Conrad Mallet (Corporation Council)

Jason Harrison (City of Detroit Law Dept), Arthur Russian/ Chief Enforcement Officer( BSEED), Chelsea Neblett

CM Waters motion is to initiate a Nuisance Abatement Suit to cure the Leland House at 400 Bagley directd to Law Dept, Vote 8-0; CM Benson  NP (1)

 

15.

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

16.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK/CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

16.1

McCampbell, reso. autho.

Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate Application for the construction of a new single-family house at 4475 17th Street in the Core City Neighborhood Enterprise Zone area. (The Office of the City Clerk forwarded to the City Planning Commission (CPC) an application requesting a 15-year Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificate for the construction of new single-family house located at 4475 17th Street) 

VIRTUAL: Mr. Chris Gullock (CPC) 

CM McCampbell motion to approve; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1)

17.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

MAYOR'S OFFICE

17.1

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Appointing Sherri Jackson to the Human Rights Commission with a term effective immediately and ending on February 6, 2029 upon City Council approval.

CM  AWC motion to approve ; Vote-7-0 ;CM Miller and CM Benson (NP) (2); Waiver Requested 

17.2

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Re-appointing Dr. Erik Carter to the Human Rights Commission with a term effective immediately and ending on February 6, 2029 upon City Council approval.

CM  AWC motion to approve ; Vote-7-0 ;CM Miller and CM Benson (NP) (2); Waiver Requested 

17.3

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Resolution of Filing of Proposed Executive Organization Plan and Required Information for Public Hearing Thereof.

CM  AWC motion to approve ; Vote-7-0 ;CM Miller and CM Benson (NP) (2);  Public Hearing scheduled for 2-25-26 at 10:20 am                                           

LAW DEPARTMENT

17.4

Whtifield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Eaton-Rivers, Jasuan v City of Detroit, P.O. Lamont Gibson et al, Case No. 25-10661, File No. L25-00186, (JA) Police Department, in the amount of ($20,000) in full payment for any and all claims which Jasuan Eaton-Rivers may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 7-0: CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2)

17.5

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Auto Rehab LP (Charmaine Steen) v City of Detroit, Case No. 24-156321, File No. L24-00933 (CBO) Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($5,325.12) in full payment for any and all claims which Auto Rehab LP may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 7-0: CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2)

17.6

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Northland Radiology, Inc. (Kevin Penn) v City of Detroit; Case No. 24-010988-NF, File No. L24-01179(CMG), Department of Transportation, in the amount of in full payment for any and all claims which Northland Radiology, Inc., may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 7-0: CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2)

17.7

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Laquiesha Newman v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-004795-NI, File No. L24-00877 (CLR) Fire Department, in the amount of ($252,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims she may have against the City of Detroit and any of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 7-0: CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2)

17.8

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of M1 Transportation LLC (Michelle Barnett) v City of Detroit, Case No. 24-009250-NF, File No. L24-01117(CM), Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($10,000) in full payment for any and all claims which M1 Transportation LLC may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

 

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 7-0: CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2)

17.9

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Michigan First Rehab (Iesha Jones) v City of Detroit, Case No. 24-009955-NF, File No. L24-01331(GBP), Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($29,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Michigan First Rehab may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

 

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 7-0: CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2)

17.10

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Michigan First Rehab (Natyri Jones) v City of Detroit, Case No. 25-146155-GC, File No. L25-00083, Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($2,895.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Michigan First Rehab may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 7-0: CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2)

17.11

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Pe-Tse Keung v City of Detroit, et al., Case No.24-011567-CZ, File No. L24-01226 (EBG) Police Department in the amount of ($45,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Pe-Tse Keung may have against the City of Detroit and/or any other City of Detroit employees.

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 7-0: CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2)

17.12

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Attorney Letitia Jones in lawsuit of Dawn Wortham v City of Detroit et al Case No. 25-014502-CK; EM-2025-3508 (JTM) A32000 (Law Department) for Attorney Letitia Jones. 

CM AWC motion to approve; Vote 6 (YEA's) ; CM McCampbell - (1) OBJ; CM Miller & CM Benson - NP (2) 

17.13

Young, a Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 45 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Direct TV Franchise Telecommunications, Article III, Franchises, Division 2, Uniform Video Service Local Franchise Agreements, by adding Section 45-3-24, Approval of uniform video service local franchise to DIRECTV, LLC, to provide for a new ten-year agreement period to start October 15, 2025 and end October 14, 2035, which allows DIRECTV, LLC to provide cable and internet services to Detroit residents for the next ten years. INTRODUCE

CP Pro Tem Young motion to approve; Vote 7-0; CM Miller and CM Benson NP (2) 

17.14

Young, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the proposed ordinance amendment.

CP Pro Tem Young  motion to approve; Vote  7-0; CM Benson & CM Miller NP (2) 

HISTORIC DESIGNATION ADVISORY BOARD

17.15

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Reappointment of William Worden to the Historic Designation Advisory Board effective February 15, 2026, for a three-year term expiring February 14, 2029. 

CM Whitfield-Calloway motion to approve; Vote (7-0) ; CM Benson and CM Miller  NP (2)

17.16

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Reappointment of Sharon Sexton to the Historic Designation Advisory Board effective February 15, 2026, for a three-year term expiring February 14, 2029. 

CM Whitfield-Calloway motion to approve; Vote (7-0) ; CM Benson and CM Miller  NP (2)

RESOLUTIONS

17.17

 Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

In Support of Local Democracy. 

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Vote 7-0; CM Benson and CM Miller  NP (2); 

Waiver Requested 

17.18

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Appointing Ms. Maia Campbell to represent City Council District 3 on the Board of Zoning Appeals for the term beginning immediately and expiring on December 31, 2028.

CM Miller joins session; CM Whitfield- Calloway  motion to approve;  Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

18.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

18.1

Johnson, a Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, by amending Article XVII, Zoning District Maps, Section 50-17-6, District Map No. 5, to revise the zoning classification for four parcels commonly identified as 4814, 4830, and 4838 Trumbull, as well as 4827 Lincoln, generally bounded by West Warren Avenue to the north, Lincoln Street to the east, West Forest Avenue to the south, and Trumbull Street to the west, from the PD Planned Development District zoning classification to a combination of the R5 Medium Density Residential District and SD1 Special Development District, Small-Scale, Mixed-Use zoning classifications, and to repeal any existing regulations for development for the portion of the existing PD zoning district subject to such rezoning.   INTRODUCE

Dr. Iris Taylor

CM Johnson motion to approve ; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) 

18.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment.

CM Johnson motion to approve for the setting of the PH, Date TBD ; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson -NP  (1) 

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

18.3

Johnson, reso. autho.

Awarding of Annual HOME and CDBG Revised Awards. (The City of Detroit (“City”), through the Housing and Revitalization Department ("HRD"), makes funding available for "ready-to-proceed projects" from HOME Investment Partnerships (“HOME”) and Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”) funds allocated to the City through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD"). HRD has continued to work closely with HUD to meet required commitment and disbursement deadlines for new and ongoing projects approved by the City.) 

CM Johnson motion to approve; Vote 8-0;CM Benson NP (1); Waiver Requested 

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

18.4

Johnson, reso. autho.  

Property Sale of 7001 Fenkell Avenue.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Greenwood District Equity, LLC, a domestic limited liability company (the “Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property 7001 Fenkell Avenue, Detroit, MI 48238 (the “Property”) for the purchase price of Thirty-One Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($31,500.00).) (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 2-10-26 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 2-17-26)

CM Johnson motion to approve; Vote 8-0  ; CM Benson NP (1) ; Waiver Requested

19.

PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

19.1

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007602 – 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Six Lactation Pods – Contractor: Spaceworx – Location: 14250 Cherry Lane Court, Laurel, MD 20707– Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through January 2, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $149,000.00. HEALTH (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 2-10-26 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 2-17-26)

VIRTUAL:Dr. Iris Taylor and  Shirley Gray

 CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve, Vote 8-0 : CM Benson NP (1) 

19.2

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004420-A3 – 100% Major Street Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide Extension of Time Only for the Rosa Parks Streetscape Project. – Contractor: Major Contracting Group, Inc. – Location: 15347 Dale Street, Detroit, MI 48223 – Previous Contract Period: May 10, 2022 through March 31, 2026– Amended Contract Period: May 10, 2022 through December 31, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $8,841,461.28. PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 2-9-26)

 CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve, Vote 8-0 : CM Benson NP (1) 

19.3

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007598 – 100% City Funding – To Provide Small Aqueous Parts Cleaning Machine Lease and Services. – Contractor: Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc.– Location: 10480 Harrison Rd, Romulus, MI 481741 – Contract Period: February 1, 2025 for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $55,000.00. TRANSPORTATION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 2-9-26)

 

 CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve, Vote 8-0 : CM Benson NP (1) 

19.4

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007623 – 100% Grant Funding – To Furnish & Install Paint Booth(s). – Contractor: Spray Booth Products – Location: 26211 W. Seven Mile Road, Redford, MI 48240 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Two (2) Year Period – Total Contract Amount: $1,799,999.00. TRANSPORTATION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 2-9-26)

 CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve, Vote 8-0 : CM Benson NP (1); Waiver Requested 

LAW DEPARTMENT

19.5

Benson, a Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 28 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Licenses, Article I, City Business Licenses, by amending Section 28-1-1, Definitions, to make necessary technical corrections by removing the definitions for Adult arcade, Adult bookstore or adult video, Adult cabaret, Adult motion picture theater, Nudity, Semi-nude, Semi-nude model studio, Sexually oriented business, Specified anatomical areas.  INTRODUCE  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 2-9-26)

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve:Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

19.6

Benson, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment.  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 2-9-26)

 

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve the  setting of a  PH Date; Date TBD; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

19.7

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of City Properties MI, LLC (x2026-010), request for several encroachments  within the westerly part of Central Ave. and the northerly and southerly part of W. Vernor Hwy., adjacent to the parcels commonly known as 7700 W. Vernor Hwy. and 7701 W. Vernor Hwy., for an existing building-mounted awning and existing building-mounted lights. (Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) reports being involved, but they have no objection provided the DWSD encroachment provisions are followed. The DWSD provisions have been made a part of the resolution. All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 2-9-26)

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

20.

NEW BUSINESS

MAYOR'S OFFICE

20.1

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History (#2026-014), request to hold "African World Festival" at Hart Plaza on July 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM to July 12, 2026, at 11:30 PM. Set-up to begin on July 06, 2026 at 8:00 AM and completed on July 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Tear down to begin on July 12, 2026 at 12:00 AM and completed by 12:00 PM on July 13, 2026. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 02/12/26)

CP Pro Tem Young motion to approve; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP 1

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

20.2

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005090-A1 – 100% Grant Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase in Funds for Program Administrator for Managing Medical and Support Services for Persons Living with HIV. – Contractor: Wellness Services, Inc. – Location: 311 East Court Street Flint, MI 48502– Contract Period: March 1, 2023 through February 28, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $76,649.81 – Total Contract Amount: $203,994.89. HEALTH (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 02/16/26) 

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) 

20.3

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007689 – 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Community Health Services to Support Vulnerable Populations across the City of Detroit. – Contractor: Southeastern Michigan Health Association– Location: 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Suite 200 Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through November 11, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $327,888.00. HEALTH (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 02/16/26)

Leia Smith (Virtual)

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) 

20.4

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004885-A3 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide a Six (6) Month Extension for Bus Tire Purchases, Repair, Recapping and Scrapping Services. – Contractor: Shrader Tire & Oil, Inc. – Location: 25445 Outer Drive W, Melvindale, MI 48122 – Previous Contract Period: November 22, 2022 through February 21, 2026 – Amended Contract Period: November 22, 2022 through August 21, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $4,488,000.00. TRANSPORTATION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 02/16/26)

 

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) ; Waiver Requested

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT AND GRANTS

20.5

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 SisterFriends Detroit Grant.  (Henry Ford Health has awarded the City of Detroit Health Department with the FY 2025 SisterFriends Detroit Grant for a total of $40,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $40,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 02/16/26)

 

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) ; Waiver Requested

20.6

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the HAP CareSource Foundation for the FY 2026 HAP CareSource Foundation Grant to support Project Clean Slate. (The Project Clean Slate Team is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the HAP CareSource Foundation for the FY 2026 HAP CareSource Foundation Grant. The amount being sought is $656,187.66. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $656,187.66.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 02/16/26)

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) ; Waiver Requested

20.7

Young, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the FY 2026 NextCycle Michigan Harvest Grant.  (The General Services Department – Office of Sustainability is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for the FY 2026 NextCycle Michigan Harvest Grant. The amount being sought is $5,000.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $5,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 02/12/26)

CP Pro Tem Young  motion to approve; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) ; Waiver Requested

RESOLUTIONS

20.8

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Recognizing Supporting Michigan State Bills 508-510. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 02/16/26)

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) ; Waiver Requested

20.9

WALK ON

20.9.1

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Resolution to waive Attorney-Client privilege for the February 3, 2026 Legislative Policy Division memo entitled Ice Operations and Local Policy regarding City Interaction with Immigration and Customs Enforcement ( ICE)

CM Santiago-Romero motion to approve; Voten 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) ; Waiver Requested 

20.9.2

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Resolution to waive Attorney-Client privilege for February 3, 2026 Law Department memo entitled DPD Interaction with Ice and Law Department - Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Opinion.

CM Santiago- Romero motion to approve; Voten 8-0; CM Benson NP (1); Waiver Requested 

20.9.3

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Resolution Scheduling a Committee of the Whole Meeting to meet on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:30 pm.  The topic is Citizens Research Council Reports

CM Whitfield-Calloway motion to  approve the scheduling of C.O. W. meeting in 2/19/26 @2:30 pm; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) 

21.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

22.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE:

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/ OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT AND GRANTS

22.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the State of Michigan FY 2025 Early Voting Grant. (The Michigan Department of State and the Bureau of Elections have awarded the City of Detroit Clerk's Office with the FY 2025 Early Voting Grant. This federal funding is for the explicit purpose of the implementation and execution of early voting. The total amount being received for the November 2025 Election is $83,952.75. There is no match requirement. The total allowable project cost to be reimbursed is $83,952.75.)

Refer to IOS Standing Committee; Vote 8-0 ; CM Benson NP (1) 

OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK/ CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

22.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate Application for the rehabilitation of a house at 8133 Kercheval in the West Village Neighborhood Enterprise Zone area. (The office of the City Clerk forwarded to the City Planning Commission (CPC) an application requesting a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificate for the rehab of an existing house at 8133 Kercheval.)

Motion to refer to BFA Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

22.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate Application for the rehab of a single-family house at 9727 Dundee Street in the Nardin Park Neighborhood Enterprise Zone area. (The office of the City Clerk forwarded to the City Planning Commission (CPC) an application requesting a 15-year Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificate for the rehab of an existing house at 9727 Dundee Street.)

Motion to refer to BFA Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

22.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Information on City of Detroit Long-Term Financial Obligations (Council Member Mary Waters requested that the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) work with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) to provide information on the City of Detroit’s long-term financial obligations.) 

Motion to refer to BFA Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE:

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

23.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007704 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Payment Card Industry (PCI) Compliance Services. – Contractor: Plante & Moran PLLC – Location: 26300 Northwestern Hwy Suite 120 Southfield, MI 48076 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for A Period of One (1) Year – Total Contract Amount: $65,000,00 DoIT

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

23.2

Submitting report relative to

The 2019 Detroit City Code section 17-3-7 mandates the quarterly reporting of any revenue received by the City for the use of facilities, personnel, services, or resources of the City’s public safety departments in conjunction with, or in support of, a large special event for which a Council approved permit was required with anticipated or actual attendance in excess of 1,500 persons. (This report summarizes of the events, services provided, permit costs and status for activity for the quarter.)

Motion to refer to BFA Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

LAW DEPARTMENT

23.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of M1 Transportation LLC (Michelle Barnett) v City of Detroit, Case No. 24-009250-NF, File No. L24-01117(CM), Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($18,250) in full payment for any and all claims which M1 Transportation LLC may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Acupuncture Health PLLC (Lisa Mathis) v City of Detroit, Case Number: 25-160829-GC File Number: L25-7911 (RJB) (A20000) (DDOT) in the amount of ($2,900.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Acupuncture Health, PLLC (Lisa Mathis) may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about 1/8/2024.

 

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Anthony White v City of Detroit Case Number: 24-007885-NI File Number: L24-01054 (RJB) (A20000) (DDOT) in the amount of ($62,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Anthony White may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about 2/11/2024.

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.6

Submitting reso. autho

Settlement in lawsuit of Biddle Pharmacy, LLC (Renard McCann) v City of Detroit. Case No. 25-160830-GC, File No. L25-7912 (SVD) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($9,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Biddle Pharmacy, LLC may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about May 29, 2024.

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.7

Submitting reso. autho

Settlement in lawsuit of Craft, George Thomas v City of Detroit, Marcus A Chester, et al. Case No. 24-014857-NI, File No. L24-01401(SVD) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($50,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which George Thomas Craft may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about June 3, 2024.

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Eisman Clinic PC, (Dahomey Abner) v City of Detroit. Case Number: 24-014029-NF File Number: L24-01332 (RJB) (A20000) (DDOT) in the amount of ($19,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Eisman Clinic P.C. may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about 12/30/2023.

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Minimally Invasive Pain Specialists (Renard McCann) v. City of Detroit. Case No. 25-2965-GC, File No. L25-8178 (SVD) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($4,200.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Minimally Invasive Pain Specialists PLLC may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of treatment provided to Renard McCann for alleged injuries sustained on or about May 29, 2024.

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Nicole Benjamin v City of Detroit. Case No. 24-009256-NO, File No. L24-01158, Department of Public Works, in the amount of ($134,883.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Nicole Benjamin may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about August 8, 2023.

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

23.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Pengitore, Thomas v City of Detroit. Case No. 23-001717-NO, File No. L25-8045 (SVD) A19000 (Department of Public Works)., in the amount of ($35,000.00)  in full payment for any and all claims which Thomas Pengitore, Jr. may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about March 17, 2022.

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

BOARD OF REVIEW

23.12

Submitting report relative to

This document provides a summary of the activities of the Property Assessment Board of Review along with certain other scheduled meetings for the March Board of Review in accordance with state and local law. (Provide an update regarding the activities of the Property Assessment Board of Review. In general, the Property Assessment Board of Review is a nine (9) member body appointed by City Council to hear and determine matters concerning real and personal property and classification changes along with certain other matters under its purview.)

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

HUMAN RESOURCES/ CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION DIVISION

23.13

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Amend the 2025-2026 Official Compensation Schedule.  (On behalf of the Human Resources Department, Classification & Compensation Division to include the pay range of $74,244 - $127,490 for the classification of Assistant Chief of Training-EMS.)

Motion to refer to IOS Standing Committee, Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

23.14

Submitting report relative to

Wayne A. Ramocan, Sr. Request to Speak Before City Council (During Formal Session on January 27, 2026, City Council requested that the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) provide an analysis of whether Wayne Ramocan’s petition to speak before Council involves matters that are within the authority of the Detroit City Council.)

Motion to refer to BFA Standing Committee; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.

NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES  STANDING COMMITTEE:

MAYOR'S OFFICE

24.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Backwoods and Bonfires (#2026-016), request to hold "Backwoods And Bonfires" from July 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM the same day at The Eastern Detroit. Set-up will begin on July 09, 2026 at 1:00 PM and be completed by 5:00 PM on July 10, 2026. Tear down will begin on July 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM and be completed by 5:00 PM on July 12, 2026. (The Mayor's Office and all other City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of City of Detroit General Services Department (#2026-018) request to hold “Easter Fun Fest” from March 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM the same day at Butzel Family Recreation Center. Set-up will begin on March 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM and be completed by March 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM. Tear down will begin on March 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM and be completed by 10:00 PM the same day. (The Mayor's Office and all other City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

 

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

24.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007607- 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Tree Trimming and Removal. – Contractor: Grays Outdoor Services – Location: 30850 Brown Street, Garden City, MI 48135 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Two (2) Year Service Period – Total Contract Amount: $3,000,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.4

Submitting reso autho.

Contract No. 6007676- 100% City Funding – To Furnish Small Engine Repair. – Contractor: Kirk's Automotive Inc. – Location: 9330 Roselawn Detroit, MI 48204 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $135,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007609- 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Tree Trimming and Removal – Contractor: Robles Tree Services – Location: 3437 Gilbert Street, Detroit, MI 48210 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through a Period of Three (3) Years– Total Contract Amount: $3,000,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007610- 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Tree Trimming and Removal Services. – Contractor: PPM Tree Service and Arbor Care LLC. – Location: 36222 Glenwood Road Westland, MI 48186 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through a Period of Three (3) Years– Total Contract Amount: $2,000,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007611-100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Tree Trimming and Removal Services – Contractor: Owen Tree Service Inc.– Location: 225 N Lake George Road, Attica, MI 48412 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $2,000,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007612- 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Tree Trimming and Removal. – Contractor: Rainbow Lawn and Tree Service LLC. – Location: 8118 Bliss Street Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 3, 2029– Total Contract Amount: $3,000,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007614- 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Tree Trimming and Removal Services. – Contractor: Tree Service of Troy, LLC– Location: 755 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 2020 Troy, MI 48084 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $3,000,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

 

24.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007653- 100% City Funding – To Provide Furnish Light Duty General Repair and Body Work. – Contractor: Bob Maxey Ford – Location: 1833 E Jefferson Avenue Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $750,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

24.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007648- 100% City Funding – To Provide Furnish Light Duty General Repair and Body Work. – Contractor: Dean Sellers Ford – Location: 2600 West Maple Road Troy, MI 48084 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $750,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

24.12

Submitting report relative to

Residential Parking Concerns. (Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero requested a response from the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) that explores viable alternatives to residential parking concerns and paved surface requirements.)

 

Motion to refer to NCS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

25.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE:

HISTORIC DESIGNATION ADVISORY BOARD

25.1

Submitting report relative to

Scheduling a Secondary Street Sign (SSS) discussion for the upcoming 2026 SSS Cycle.  (Per Chapter 43 of the Detroit City Code, a street may be assigned a secondary street sign that displays a different name than the official street name for the purpose of honorary recognition. The Historic Designation Advisory Board (HDAB) within Legislative Policy Division manages the Secondary Street Sign process on behalf of the City Council.)

Motion to refer to PED Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

THE FOLLOWING ITEM(S) ARE TO BE REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE:

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

26.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3089584- 100% DWSD CIP Funding – To Provide Ten (10) Utility Hydrant Trucks – Contractor: Bob Maxey Ford Inc. – Location: 1833 Jefferson Avenue Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years. – Total Contract Amount: $2,049,920.00 WATER AND SEWERAGE

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005375-A2- 100% Major Street Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time only to Accommodate the Addition of Work along Woodward Adjacent to Grand Circus Park. – Contractor: Major Contracting Group, Inc. – Location: 12222 Greenfield Road, Detroit, MI 48227 – Previous Contract Period: June 13, 2023 through March 31, 2026 – Amended Contract Period: June 13, 2023 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $6,348,335.46 PUBLIC WORKS

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006963-A1 -100% Public Lighting Decommissioning– AMEND 1– To Provide Repair and Service Underground Cable for PLD Assets. – Contractor: Energy Group, Inc. – Location: 1600 East Grand Boulevard Suite 300 Detroit, MI 48211 – Contract Period: March 11, 2025 through March 11, 2027 –Contract Increase Amount: 1,500,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: 4,500,000.00. PUBLIC LIGHTING

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007565- 100% City Funding – To Provide DPD Firing Maintenance Services at 8441 Spinoza. and 4700 Fort Street – Contractor: Metal Treatment Technologies LLC– Location: 14045 West 66th Avenue Arvada, CO 80004 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for A Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $150,000.00 POLICE

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.5

Submitting reso autho.

Contract No. 6005375-A2 -100% Major Street Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time only to Accommodate the Addition of Work along Woodward Adjacent to Grand Circus Park. – Contractor: Major Contracting Group, Inc. – Location: 12222 Greenfield Road, Detroit, MI 48227 – Previous Contract Period: June 13, 2023 through March 31, 2026 – Amended Contract Period: June 13, 2023 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $6,348,335.46. PUBLIC WORKS

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007659- 100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Program Administrator for Coordinating and Managing Medical Services for Those Living with HIV in Detroit Metro Area. – Contractor: Wellness Services Inc. – Location: 7311 East Court Street Flint, MI 48502 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for A Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $265,620.02 HEALTH

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007672- 100% Blight Funding – To Provide Environmental Instructional/Educational Services and (re) accreditation (as applicable) for Staff. – Contractor: Environmental Testing & Consulting Inc– Location: 38900 W. Huron River Drive Romulus, MI 48174 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2029 – Total Contract Amount: $200,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007692- 100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Program Administrator for Coordinating and Managing Medical Services for Those Living with HIV in Detroit Metro Area. – Contractor: Deaf Community Advocacy Network Inc.– Location: 2111 Orchard Lake Road Suite 101 Sylvan Lake, MI 48320 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for A Period of Three (3) Years–– Total Contract Amount: $369,681.28 HEALTH

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007694- 100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Program Administrator for Coordinating and Managing Medical Services for Those Living with HIV in Detroit Metro Area. – Contractor: Neighborhood Legal Services – Location: 7310 Woodward Suite 301 Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for A Period of Three (3) Years–– Total Contract Amount: $188,599.92 HEALTH

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

26.10

Submitting report relative to

Request for Information on Notaries Public in Detroit and Services for Low Income Residents. (City Council Member Mary Waters has requested the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) provide information regarding Notaries Public in Detroit and Services for low Income Residents.)

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

OFFICE OF GRANTS AND DEVELOPMENTS/OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT AND GRANTS

26.11

Submitting reso. autho.

The Michigan State Police has awarded the City of Detroit Police Department (DPD) with the FY 2026 Dearborn Auto Theft Unit Grant, for a total of $56,691.00. (The State share is $56,691.00 of the approved amount, and there is a required cash match of $96,527.00. The total project cost is $153,218.00.)

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.12

Submitting reso. autho.

The City of Novi has awarded the City of Detroit Police Department with an in-kind subaward from the FY 2024 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Crime Gun Intelligence Center Grant, valued at $50,000.00.  (There is no match requirement. The total project is valued at $50,000.00. This grant was made possible by grant from the Michigan High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA).)

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.13

Submitting reso. autho.

The City of Novi has awarded the City of Detroit Police Department with an in-kind subaward from the FY 2024 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Drug Overdose Grant, valued at $40,000.00.  (There is no match requirement. The total project cost is valued at $40,000.00. This grant was made possible by grant from the Michigan High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA).)

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

26.14

Submitting reso. autho.

The City of Novi has awarded the City of Detroit Police Department with a sub-award from the FY 2024 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Grant for a total of $19,083.84.  (In addition, the City of Novi is providing in-kind equipment, valued at $25,916.16, as part of the award. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $45,000.00. This grant was made possible by grant from the Michigan High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA).)

Motion to refer to PHS Standing Committee ; Vote 8-0; CM Benson NP (1) 

27.

CONSENT AGENDA

There is no Consent Agenda

28.

MEMBER REPORTS

Member Reports Suspended -  (6-2) YEAS

CM Waters - OBJ and CM Miller OBJ ( 2) OBJ; CM Benson  NP (1) 

29.

ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE

30.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CLERK

30.1

Report on approval of proceedings by the Mayor.

31.

TESTIMONIAL RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL PRIVILEGE