MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:00 A.m. - 12:00 P.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 MARY SHEFFIELD

COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM JAMES TATE

COUNCIL MEMBER SCOTT BENSON

COUNCIL MEMBER ANGELA WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY

COUNCIL MEMBER FRED DURHAL III

COUNCIL MEMBER LATISHA JOHNSON

COUNCIL MEMBER GABRIELA SANTIAGO-ROMERO

COUNCIL MEMBER MARY WATERS

COUNCIL MEMBER COLEMAN A. YOUNG II

 

Uraina Clark

Asst. City Council Committee Clerk

           

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1.

ROLL CALL

Johnson: Present

Santiago: Present

Waters: Present 

Calloway: Present

Young: Present

Sheffield: Present 

2.

INVOCATION

Pastor Yvette Griffin - Pilgrim Baptist Church 

Tate: Present

Durhal: Present 

3.

APPROVAL OF JOURNAL OF LAST SESSION

The Journal of the Session of Tuesday, July 8, 2025 was approved. 

4.

RECONSIDERATIONS

There are no items

5.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

There are no items

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 CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

7.1

Submitting report relative to

Financial Report for the Eleven Months ended May 31, 2025.  (The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) respectfully submits its City of Detroit Financial Report for the Eleven Months ended May 31, 2025.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

8.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

8.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007162 - 100% City Funding – To Provide an Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Airspace Management Program. – Contractor: Airspace Link, Inc. – Location: 2050 15th Street, Suite 3-100, Detroit, MI 48216 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $397,803.00. DoIt

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

8.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007175 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Legal Representation to Covered Individuals at Risk of Losing Their Housing and/or Housing Subsidy or Voucher. – Contractor: Neighborhood Defender Service, Inc. – Location: 1333 Brewery Park Blvd suite 350, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through September 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $1,531,320.00. LAW

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

LAW DEPARTMENT

8.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Deanna Smith as P/R of Estate for Deant’a Marshall, Deceased v City  of Detroit, Case Number: 23-011615-CZ File Number: L23-00522 (RJB) (A20000) in the amount of ($22,500.00) and ^NO/Cents in full payment for any and all claims which Deanna Smith as Personal Representative of Estate for Deant’a Marshall, Deceased may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about October 29, 2021.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

8.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Shonta Brooks v City of Detroit, et al, Case Number: 24-000683-NF File Number: L24-00851 (CAB) (A20000) in the amount of ($85,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Shonta Brooks may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about 5/23/2023.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

8.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Tramaine Ross v City of Detroit, Case Number: 24-004425-NF File Number: (CAB) (A20000) in the amount of ($14,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Tramaine Ross may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about 02/04/24.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

8.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Metro Durable Medical Supply, LLC and 4 Transport Inc. (Shonta Brooks)   Case Number: 24-000683-NF File Number: L24-00774 (CAB) (A20000) that settlement of the above matter be and is hereby authorized in the total amount of ($10,500.00) The first warrant upon the proper account in favor of METRO DURABLE MEDICAL SUPPLY, LLC and THEIR attorneys, KAS-MIKHA LEGAL GROUP, P.L.L.C in the amount of ($6,000.00). The second warrant upon the proper account in favor of 4 TRANSPORT, INC and THEIR attorneys, BASHORE LAW GROUP, in the amount of ($4,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which METRO DURABLE MEDICAL SUPPLY, LLC , and of 4 TRANSPORT INC, may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about 02/04/2024.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

8.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Amad Jahzeel Martin v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-12083, File No. L24-01223 (RJB) Police Department, in the amount of ($200,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Rochelle Young may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

8.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Dorothy McElrath and Diane Davis v City of Detroit, Case No. 24-004999-NI, File No. L24-00874 (CBO), Municipal Parking Department, in the amount of ($80,000.00)  and the second upon the proper account in favor of Diane Davis and her attorney, Dan Makled Law, in the amount of ($175,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Dorothy McElrath and Diane Davis may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees, including those related to her alleged injuries sustained.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

8.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Anthony Hunter et al v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-011547-NI, File No. L24-01231 (VI) Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($27,500.00) in full payment for any and all No Fault PIP claims which Anthony Hunter may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION

8.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Supplemental Checks for City Retirees and Beneficiaries.  (As you know, the City's Fiscal Year 2026 adopted budget includes a $10 million appropriation to fund supplemental checks for City retirees and beneficiaries. The City's bankruptcy plan of adjustment provided for reductions in the accrued benefits of retirees in each of the General Retirement System (GRS) and Police and Fire Retirement System (PFRS). In addition to the reductions in the accrued benefits, all participants' remaining benefits were frozen, and the plan was closed to new participants as of June 30, 2014. This plan became known as the Component II plan for each system.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL

8.11

Submitting report relative to

Office of the Inspector General 2025 2nd Quarter April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025.  (It is my duty and pleasure to present the OIG’s 2nd Quarter Report. Yes, the Charter mandates this report, and we are dutiful about fulfilling this obligation.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

MISCELLANEOUS

8.12

Council Member Latisha Johnson

Submitting memorandum Relative to Legal Opinion Regarding Individuals Serving on Multiple Boards.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

9.

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

9.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Amelia Duran (#2025-180), request to hold "SW Fest" on August 23, 2025 from 1:00 PM until 10:00 PM the same day at Senate Theatre, 6424 Michigan Ave, Detroit MI, 48210. Set-up will begin at 12:00 PM on August 22, 2025 and be completed by 12:00 PM on August 23, 2025. Tear down will begin at 11:00 PM on August 23, 2025 and be completed by 12:00 PM August 24, 2025. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

9.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Mama Akua Community House and the Michigan Roundtable for Just Communities (#2025-187), request to hold "20th Annual Ava Jo Neighborhood Festival and Backpack Giveaway" on August 2, 2025 from 1 :00 PM until 6:00 PM the same day at 2431 Ferry Park. Set-up will begin at 9:00 AM on August 2, 2025 and be completed by 9:00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin at 6:00 PM on August 2, 2025 and be completed by 8:00 PM the same day. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

9.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue (#2025-184), request to hold "Downtown Synagogue Block Party" on August 17, 2025 from 11 :00 AM to 2:00 PM the same day at 1457 Griswold, Detroit, MI 48226. Set-up will begin on August 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM and be completed by 10:00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin on August 17, 2025 at 3:00 PM and be completed by August 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

9.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of North Cass Community Union (#2025-182), request to hold "Dally in the Alley" on September 6, 2025 from 11:00 AM until 11:00 PM the same day at Forest Ave to Cass Ave., Second Ave from Prentis to Warren, and H-shaped alley. Set­up will begin at 6:00 PM on September 5, 2025 and be completed by 10:00 AM on September 6, 2025. Tear down will begin at 11:00 PM on September 6, 2025 and be completed by 5:00 PM September 7, 2025.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) 

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

OFFICE OF  CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

9.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003643-A3 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Electronic Parking Application. – Contractor: Cale America, Inc. – Location: 13190 56th Court, Suite 401, Clearwater, FL 337060 – Previous Contract Period: August 1, 2021 through September 21, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: August 1, 2021 through March 21, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $1,548,200.00 – Total Contract Amount: $6,947,947.83. MUNICIPAL PARKING

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

9.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007294 - 100% Capital Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide for Phase 2 of the Fort Street Bridge Park. – Contractor: Downriver Delta Community Development Corporation – Location: 100 Maple Street, Suite 300, Wyandotte, MI 48192 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through July 26, 2042 – Contract Increase Amount: $900,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $900,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

10.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007266 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide General Contracting Services for Occupied Single Family or Multi-family Residential Homes for Stellantis Home Repair Program Phase 3. – Contractor: Blue Horizon Construction LLC – Location: 607 Shelby, Suite 700-1011, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $886,700.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007267 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide General Contracting Services for Occupied Single Family or Multi-family Residential Homes for Stellantis Home Repair Program Phase 3. – Contractor: DMC Consultants – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $886,700.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007268 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide General Contracting Services for Occupied Single Family or Multi-family Residential Homes for Stellantis Home Repair Program Phase 3. – Contractor: CTI Contractor Services, LLC – Location: 8756 Trenton Drive, White Lake, MI 48386 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $886,700.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

DETROIT BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

10.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the Vinton Building at 600 Woodward Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the 1403 Woodward Lofts Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the 70 W. Alexandrine Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the Amended Trumbull Townhomes Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the Beethoven Building Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the Cass Block Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the Elevator Building - 1938 Franklin Street Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the 1225 Woodward Avenue Fowler Building Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the Manhattan Apartments Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.13

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the Nailah Commons Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.14

Submitting reso. autho.

Termination of the Regina Lofts Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled June 11, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

MISCELLANEOUS

10.15

Council President Pro Tem James Tate

Submitting memorandum relative to Request for ADA, Universal Design, and Bird Safety Mitigation Details – Zoning Amendment for 560 & 580 Civic Center Drive.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.16

Council President Pro Tem James Tate

Submitting memorandum Relative to Request for Comprehensive List of Tax Abatements in District 1.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

10.17

Council President Pro Tem James Tate

Submitting memorandum relative to Request to Amend Term of Proposed MOU.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.

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

11.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004550-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Fare Cards for Buses. – Contractor: Paragon ID High Point (formerly known as EDM Technology, Inc.) – Location: 210 Old Thomasville Road, High Point, NC 27260 – Previous Contract Period: July 11, 2022 through July 11, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: July 11, 2022 through July 11, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,500,000.00. TRANSPORTATION

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007272 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Bus Stop Signs, Posts and Accessories. – Contractor: MDSolutions, Inc. – Location: 8225 Estates Parkway, Plain City, OH 43064 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $204,906.06. TRANSPORTATION

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007296 - 100% Capital Funding – To Provide Removal, Transport and Disposal of Fill Material at 8538 Montlieu and 8509 Kenney – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18715 Grand River, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of One (1) Year - Total Contract Amount: $66,020.40. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

 

11.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3084969 - DFD EMS BILLING SERVICES EMERGENCY - (Pursuant to Section 17-5-91 c, The Purchasing Director, without prior approval of the City Council, may make, or authorize others to make, an emergency procurement when public exigencies require the immediate delivery of articles or performance of services or when there exists a threat to public health, welfare or safety under emergency conditions where prior approval of the City Council would be impossible or impracticable under the circumstances.) Total Contract Amount $1,118,864.89

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

BUILDINGS, SAFETY, ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT

11.5

Submitting report relative to

Recommendation for Deferral  - 13214 Puritan.  (A special inspection conducted on July 2, 2025, revealed that the building is secured and appears to be sound and repairable. The owner has paid all taxes and is current. The proposed use of the property is owner’s use and occupancy. This is the 1st deferral request for this property.  Therefore, we respectfully recommended that the demolition order be deferred for a period of six months.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.6

Submitting report relative to

Recommendation for Deferral  - 17600 Joy Rd.  (A special inspection conducted on June 12, 2025, revealed that the building is secured and appears to be sound and repairable. The owner has paid all taxes and is current. The proposed use of the property is owner’s use and occupancy. This is the 1st deferral request for this property.  Therefore, we respectfully recommended that the demolition order be deferred for a period of six months.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.7

Submitting report relative to

Recommendation for Deferral  - 2690 E. Forest. (A special inspection conducted on June 17, 2025, revealed that the building is secured and appears to be sound and repairable. The owner has paid all taxes and is current. The proposed use of the property is owner’s use and occupancy. This is the 1st deferral request for this property.  Therefore, we respectfully recommended that the demolition order be deferred for a period of six months.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.8

Submitting report relative to

Recommendation for Deferral  - 2738 Elmhurst.  (A special inspection conducted on June 23, 2025, revealed that the building is secured and appears to be sound and repairable. The owner has paid all taxes and is current. The proposed use of the property is owner’s use and occupancy. This is the 1st deferral request for this property.  Therefore, we respectfully recommended that the demolition order be deferred for a period of six months.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.9

Submitting report relative to

Recommendation for Deferral  - 5722 Vermont. (A special inspection conducted on May 7, 2025, revealed that the building is secured and appears to be sound and repairable. The owner has paid all taxes and is current. The proposed use of the property is owner’s use and occupancy. This is the 1st deferral request for this property.  Therefore, we respectfully recommended that the demolition order be deferred for a period of six months.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.10

Submitting report relative to

Recommendation for Deferral  - 9387 Stoepel. (A special inspection conducted on June 11, 2025, revealed that the building is secured and appears to be sound and repairable. The owner has paid all taxes and is current. The proposed use of the property is owner’s use and occupancy. This is the 1st deferral request for this property.  Therefore, we respectfully recommended that the demolition order be deferred for a period of six months.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

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

11.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Hamtramck Drive Improvements Grant. (The County of Wayne has awarded the City of Detroit Department of Public Works with the FY 2025 Hamtramck Drive Improvements Grant for a total of $4,200,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $4,200,000.00.) 

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2025 Public Health Emergency Preparedness - Cities Readiness Initiatives Grant. (The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded an increase in appropriation to the City of Detroit Health Department for the FY 2025 Public Health Emergency Preparedness - Cities Readiness Initiatives Grant, in the amount of $72,106.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21316, previously approved in the amount of $270,888.00, by council on March 18, 2025, to a total of $342,994.00.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.13

Submitting reso.autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for the FY 2024 Fire Prevention & Safety Grant. (The Fire Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for the Fire Prevention & Safety Grant. The amount being sought is $121,519.04. The Federal share is $121,519.04 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $6,075.96. The total project cost is $127,595.00.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.14

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Section 5307 Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) - Bus Replacement Grant.  (The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has awarded the City of Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) with the FY 2025 Section 5307 Congestion Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) - Bus Replacement Grant in the amount of $6,166,934.00. There is a required State match for the award, from the Michigan Department of Transportation, in the amount of $1,541,733.00. The total Federal and State award amount is $7,708,667.00. There is no local match requirement. The total project cost is $7,708,667.00.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

11.15

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of General Services Department (x2025-175), request for encroachment for the installation of multiple signs throughout the City of Detroit. This comes as part of the General Services Department use of the public rights-of-way to facilitate the following work: install of neighborhood signs project managed by The Mayor's Office and City Walls. Placing neighborhood signs into various right-of-way locations.  (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.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.16

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of General Services Department (x2025-176), request for encroachment within the westerly part of Garland St., between Goethe St., and Charlevoix St. adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 2921 Garland St. for the installation of a below-grade concrete slab, an above-grade monument sign, and a below-grade monolithic curb. (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.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.17

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Shell Oil Products US (x2025-174), request for a permanent encroachment within the north-south public alley, within Schoolcraft Road, and within Wyoming Ave. for the installation of three (3) soil borings and six (6) monitoring wells, the repair of one (1) existing monitoring well, and the abandonment of (1) existing monitoring well. (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.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.18

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Bedrock Real Estate, LLC (#2025-083), request for several encroachments within the easterly part of Woodward Ave., in the block bounded by John R., and Grand River Ave., adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 1448 Woodward Ave., for the installation of canopies, building lighting, above-grade sign, surface mounted bollards, and foundation bollards. (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.)

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

MISCELLANEOUS

11.19

Council Member Latisha Johnson

Submitting memorandum Relative to concerns about Aevitas Specialty Services Corporation.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.20

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting memorandum relative to Request for a Resolution in Support of Continued Funding for the Accessibili-D Program.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.21

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting memorandum relative to Request for Information on Vending Zone Changes and Longtime Vendor Access.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

11.22

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting memorandum relative to Request to Extend Summer Recreation Center Hours.

REFER TO THE COMMITTEE 8-0 (Benson not present) 

12.

VOTING ACTION MATTERS

13.

OTHER MATTERS

There are no items

14.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL OFFICIALS AND AGENCIES

15.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Committee of the whole: Michelle Thurman, Betty A. Lyons, Ann Goulet, Kenneth Holloway, Malik Shelton, Ramone Jackson, Emily Embic, James Garner, Cunningham, Shirley Miller, Melissa Love,

Fidal El, Demetria Skeens,  Chris Gary SCIU, Barbrie Logan, Richard Noto, Charles Cousin, Renita Moore, Jahdante Smith, 

Virtual: Meeko A. Williams, William M. Davis, We See You (Carol Hughes), Rachel Marcez, Charles Miles, Tahira Ahmad, Not that Karen (Karen Winston), Deb SW, iPhone (Betty A. Varner), Mr. Rhoo (Rheuben Crowley), Renike Ragman, Darrin McClesky, Caller/ 169, Caller / 989 (Joann Warrick), Pastor Conceas, Frank Hammer, Mea, Theresa Landrum, Ronald Foster (Committee of the Whole), Margaret Maddox, 

1:30 Given

16.

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

17.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

17.1

Durhal, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006296-A2 - 100% CDBG-DR Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Internal Auditing Services of CDBG Funds. – Contractor: Tidal Basin Government Consulting, LLC – Location: 126 Business Park Drive, Utica, NY 13502 – Previous Contract Period: July 2, 2024 through September 29, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: July 2, 2024 through September 29, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $74,850.00 – Total Contract Amount: $149,700.00. OCFO 

APPROVED 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver #1

BUILDINGS, SAFETY, ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT

17.2

Durhal, reso. autho.

Proposed Resolution to Update and Amend the current Third-Party Rental Report Processing Fee and Third-Party Vendor Two Family Unit Inspection Fee for the Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department. (Pursuant to Sections 6-503 and 9-507 of the 2012 Detroit City Charter, the above referenced proposed Resolution and attached updated Fee Schedule are being submitted to Your Honorable Body for consideration and approval. The proposed Resolution updates the Third-Party Rental Report Processing Fee and adds a Third-Party Vendor Two Family Unit Inspection Fee.) 

APPROVED 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver #2

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF BUDGET

17.3

Durhal, reso. autho.

Detroit Detention Center Letter & Resolution.  (Effective July 31, 2025, the Michigan Department of Corrections is set to withdraw from the 2013 agreement that requires it to cover pre-arraignment detentions for the City of Detroit. August 1, 2025, the Detroit Police Department will resume operations of the Detroit Detention Center facility on 17601 Mound Road.) 

APPROVED 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver #3

17.4

Durhal, reso. autho.

Approval and Authorization of a Formal Rate Structure for the Use of City-Owned DC Fast Electric Vehicle Chargers.  (The Office of Budget hereby requests approval and authorization to establish a formal rate structure for the use of City-owned DC fast electric vehicle chargers, including a per kilowatt-hour charge and idling fees to recover operational and maintenance costs.) 

APPROVED 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver #4

MUNICIPAL PARKING DEPARTMENT

17.5

Durhal, reso. autho.

Resolution Establishing a Fee Schedule for the Municipal Parking Department.  (Pursuant to Sections 6-503 and 9-507 of the 2012 Detroit City Charter, the above referenced proposed Resolution and attached Fee Schedule are being submitted to Your Honorable Body for consideration and approval. The proposed Resolution updates the current Fee Schedule for the Municipal Parking Department for the scofflaw tow rates. We request that the new Fee Schedule become implemented upon approval by the Honorable City Council within 24 to 48 hours of notice following adoption, programming, and notice with no retroactive adjustments of prior fees charged before the effective date.)

Noting: This line item was brought back at the end of the agenda Sheffield left

APPROVED 7-0 with Waiver  (Benson and Sheffield not present) 

Waiver #5 

18.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

18.1

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007142 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Workman's Compensation and No-Fault Services for Employees. – Contractor: CompOne Administrators, Inc. – Location: 39500 High Pointe Boulevard, Suite 400, Novi, MI 48375 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval For a Term of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $4,733,874.08. LAW  

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

 LAW DEPARTMENT

18.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Sears Transportation, LLC (Yolanda Bryant) v City of Detroit, Case Number: 24-005794-NF, File Number: L24-00894 (CB) (DDOT) (A20000) in the amount of ($11,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Sears Transportation, LLC (Yolanda Bryant) may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about March 26, 2023. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.3

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Better Care Rehab LLC (Zachery Miles) v City of Detroit, Case No. 23-012835-NF, File No. L23-00547 (CBO) Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($10,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Better Care Rehab, LLC may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of the alleged injuries sustained.  

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.4

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Northland Radiology Inc. (Charmaine Steen) v City of Detroit in the amount of ($5,500.00) 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 employee by reason of the alleged injuries. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.5

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Veronica Guajardo and Serenity Atkinson v City of Detroit, et al, Case No. 23-016780-NF, File No. L24-00805(PMC) Department of Transportation, issue warrant in favor of Veronica Guajardo and her attorney, Runyan Law Groupin the amount of ($20,000.00) and a second warrant in favor of Serenity Atkinson and her attorney, Runyan Law Group in the amount of ($20,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Veronica Guajardo and Serenity Atkinson may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.6

Johnson reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Zachery Miles v City of Detroit, Case No. 23-007570-NI, File No. L23-00259 (CBO) Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($10,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Zachery Miles may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.7

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Lint Chiropractic II, PC (Tajuan Everette) v. City of Detroit, Case Number: 24-006653-NF File Number: L24-00925 (RJB) (DDOT) (A20000)in the amount of ($8,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which LINT CHIROPRACTIC II, PC may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about 5/31/2023. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.8

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Care P.T. (Joey Hunter) v City of Detroit, Case Number: 24-171129-GC File Number: L24-01306 (RJB) (DDOT) (A20000) in the amount of ($9,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Care P.T. 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. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.9

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Rickey Wright vs City of Detroit Department of Transportation; LE-002432, WC-118, CM, A20000, and in the amount of ($82,040.56), in full payment for any and all claims for which Rickey Wright may have against the City of Detroit.  

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.10

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Loren Courts vs City of Detroit Police Department; WC-1166, CM, A37000, and in the amount of ($220,000), in full payment for any and all claims which they may have against the City of Detroit. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.11

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Global Health Devices, PLLC (Market Davis) v City of DetroitCase No. 24-158630-GC, File No. L23-00701(CMG) Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($3,200.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Global Health Devices PLLC. may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.  

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.12

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Muhammad Ramzah, Ishmael Muhammad, and City Pharmacy LLC, v City of Detroit; Case Number: 23-015239 File Number: L23-00700 (CB) (A20000) (DDOT) it is hereby authorized and directed to draw three separate warrants. The first warrant upon the proper account of in favor of RAMZAH MUHAMMAD and HIS attorneys, WIGOD & FALZON P.C., in the amount of SIX ($6,900.00). The second warrant upon the proper account of in favor of ISMAEL MUHAMMAD and HIS attorneys WIGOD & FALZON P.C., in the amount of ($6,900.00). The third warrant upon the proper account of in favor of CITY PHARMACY LLC, and THEIR attorneys SEVA LAW FIRM in the amount of ($5,500.00). in full payment for any and all claims which RAMZAH MUHAMMAD, ISHMAEL MUHAMMAD, AND CITY 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 August 8, 2023. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.13

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Tru-Care Therapy Center LLC (Anton Burke) V City of Detroit; Case No. 25-140284-GC, File No. L24-012247 (BP) Fire Department, in the amount of ($9,525.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Tru-Care Therapy Center LLC may have against the City of Detroit and any City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained by Anton Burke.  

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.14

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Tasha Conner v City of Detroit, et al; Case No. 24-000468-NI, File No. L24-00748(MBC), Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($100,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Tasha Conner may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.15

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in Claim of Amanda F. Levitt v City of DetroitA29000 – Human Rights Department – in the amount of ($30,000) in full payment for any and all claims which Amanda F. Levitt may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.16

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of New Grace Spinal Rehabilitation Center, PLLC (James Belle) v. City of DetroitCase No. 23-012896-NF, File No. L23-00581 CM, Department of Transportation, in the amount of $12,000.00 in full payment for any and all claims which New Grace Spinal Rehabilitation Center, PLLC may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.17

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Ryan Ruloff in lawsuit of Ian L. Land v City of Detroit, et al.; Case No. 22-cv-12672; L22-01270 (PH) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Ryan Ruloff. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.18

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Former Police Chief James White in lawsuit of Robert Shumake v City of Detroit et al.; Case No. 25-000631-CZ; L25-00041 (BP) A13000 (BSEED) for Former Police Chief James White. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.19

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Matthew Webb in lawsuit of Ian L. Land v City of Detroit, et al.; Case No. 22-cv-12672; L22-01270 (PH) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Matthew Webb. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.20

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Monica Luna in lawsuit of Bernard Allen v City of Detroit, et al.; Case No. 24-cv-11524; L24-01217 (CM) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Monica Luna. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

18.21

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Building Inspector Harry Green in lawsuit of Vision Properties of MI, et al v Harry Green, et al, Case No. 25-cv-10677; L25-00118 (BP) A13000 (BSEED) for Building Inspector Harry Green. 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

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

18.22

Johnson, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2026 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant. (Each year, the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC) awards the City of Detroit Law Department with an annual Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant. The FY 2026 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission Grant will be awarded for a total of $6,116,714.02, with a required cash match of 1,091,990.48. The total project cost is $7,208,704.50. This request is to establish an appropriation to allow services to continue through the beginning of the grant period, which begins October 1, 2025.) 

APPROVED 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present)

Waiver #6

RESOLUTIONS

18.23

Sheffield, reso. autho.

Resolution Calling for the Creation of the Retiree Fast Track Program.

APPROVED 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present)

Waiver #7

19.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

19.1

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007185 - 100% City Funding – To Provide After Hours and Weekend Outreach. – Contractor: Motor City Mitten Mission – Location: 24623 Harper Avenue, Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $767,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 7-15-25 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 7-22-25)

Approved 6-2 (Calloway and Sheffield Nay - Benson not present) 

19.2

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005783-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Renew Detroit Home Repair Program. – Contractor: LGC Global, Inc – Location: 7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: November 23, 2024 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $29,848.44 – Total Contract Amount: $3,196,515.11. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

19.3

Durhal, reso. autho.

Memorandum of Agreement between City of Detroit and Wayne State University Gordon L. Grosscup Museum of Anthropology for the Donation of Artifact Collections. (The City of Detroit, by and through its Housing and Revitalization Department (“HRD”), is requesting to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement (“Memorandum”) with the Wayne State University Gordon L. Grosscup Museum of Anthropology. The MOA will assist the parties in coordinating their respective duties and responsibilities in transferring ownership of artifact collections where the City maintains ownership at the time of excavation.) (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 7-15-25 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 7-22-25)

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present) 

19.4

Tate, reso. autho.

Approving a Commerical Rehabilitation District in the area of 4306, 4330, 4340 East Davison Detroit, Michigan, in accordance with Public Act 210 of 2005. (Petition #2025-137) 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

19.5

Tate, reso. autho.

The 2025-2029 HUD Consolidated Plan and the 2025-26 Annual Action Plan.  (In conformance with the requirements of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Housing & Revitalization Department respectfully requests that Your Honorable Body authorize the submission of the 2025-2029 HUD Consolidated Plan and the 2025-26 Annual Action Plan. It is also requested that you designate the Mayor, or his designee, to be the authorized representative to act in connection with the Plan. The Plan reflects the 2025-26 Annual Action Plan CDBG/NOF narrative and proposal final recommendations.) 

Refer Back to PED 8-0 (Benson not present) 

19.6

Tate, reso. autho.

The 2025-2029 Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (NRSA) application renewal.  (In conformance with the requirements of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Housing & Revitalization Department respectfully requests that Your Honorable Body authorize the submission of the 2025-2029 Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area application renewal. It is also requested that you designate the Mayor, or his designee, to be the authorized representative to act in connection with the application renewal.) 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

19.7

Durhal, reso. autho.

Approval of Property Transfer between the City of Detroit and the Detroit Land Bank Authority.  (Pursuant to the Land Bank Fast Track Act, 2003 PA 258, MCL 124.751 to 124.774 (Land Bank Act), the Detroit Land Bank Authority (”DLBA”) was created as a separate legal entity, in order to assemble or dispose of public property in a coordinated manner, to foster the development of that property, to promote economic growth in the City of Detroit and to combat blight.) (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 7-15-25 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 7-22-25)

Approved 7-1 (Waters Nay- Benson not present)

NOTING: Vote Reconsidered at the End of the agenda Sheffield left

Final Vote : Approved 7-0 (Sheffield and Benson not present)

19.8

Tate, reso. autho.

Land Swap Agreement for Joe Louis Greenway, Transfer of Land at 14601 Linwood, and Acquisition of Land at 14801 Linwood. (Harpen Investments LLC, a Michigan limited liability company (“Harpen”), desires to acquire a portion of certain City-owned real property located at 14601 Linwood, Detroit, Michigan 48238 (the “Transfer Property”). The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“PDD”) has negotiated an exchange of the Transfer Property to Harpen in exchange for the City, acting through its Department of Public Works, acquiring a portion of certain property at 14801 Linwood, Detroit, Michigan 48238 (the “Acquisition Property”) from Harpen.) 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

19.9

Tate, corrected reso. autho.

Corrective Resolution for Legal Description 231 Harper.  (On April 9, 2002, your Honorable Body adopted a resolution authorizing the sale of 231 Harper, Ward 01 Item 1726-8 (the "Property") to Sidney C. Griffin and Yvette Daniels Griffin, his wife, (the "Purchaser"). The City closed on the sale of the Property to Purchaser on June 18, 2002.) 

APPROVED 8-0 (Benson not present)

DETROIT WATER AND SEWERAGE DEPARTMENT

19.10

Durhal, reso. autho. 

Resolution of Necessity of The City Council of The City of Detroit for The Acquisition of Private Property, Including By Condemnation, For The Benefit and Use of The Public for The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department's Brightmoor Stormwater Improvement Project. (The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) is requesting your Honorable Body to adopt the attached resolution to authorize DWSD to acquire 62 privately owned parcels for the Brightmoor Stormwater Improvement Project.) (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 7-15-25 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 7-22-25)

APPROVED 6-2 (Santiago and Waters Nay - Benson not present)

20.

PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

20.1

Benson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007136 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Air Compressor Maintenance Services. – Contractor: Central Air Compressor Company – Location: 28600 Lorna Avenue, Warren, MI 48092 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $176,560.00. TRANSPORTATION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/14/25)

Noting: This line item was brought back at the end of the agenda Sheffield left

Approved 7-0 (Sheffield and Benson not present) 

20.2

Benson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007284 - 100% City Funding – To Provide a Compliance and Certification System. – Contractor: AskReply, Inc. d/b/a B2Gnow – Location: 725 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85007 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $83,935.00. TRANSPORTATION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/14/25)

Approved 8-0 (Benson not present) 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

20.3

Benson, reso. autho.

Petition of 1201 Webward Avenue LLC. (x2025-162),  request for encroachment within the northerly part of State St., 60 ft. wide, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 1201 Woodward Ave. for the installation of a building-mounted.  The new tenant, Gardner White at 1201 Woodward Ave. is installing a building-mounted internally illuminated blade sign that will encroach into the northerly part of the State St. right-of-way.  (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 07/14/25)

Approved 8-0 (Benson not present) 

21.

NEW BUSINESS

MAYOR'S OFFICE

21.1

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of What About Us In./Belvidere Community Youth Book Club (#2025-169), request to hold "Belvidere Community Youth 18th Health & Wellness Safety Fair" on July 23, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on July 23, 2025 at Belvidere between Warren & Moffat. Set-up will begin on July 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM and be completed by 11:00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin on July 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM and be completed by 5:00 PM the same day.  (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 07/17/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 8

21.2

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Tec-Troit Electronic Music Festival 501c3 (#2025-177), request to hold "Jitfest" on September 6, 2025 from 2:00 PM until 11:00 PM the same day at 1151 Taylor St. Set-up will begin at 8:00 AM on September 6, 2025 and be completed by 2:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin at 11:00 PM on September 6, 2025 and be completed by 2:00 AM September 7, 2025.  (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 07/17/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 9

21.3

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Susan G. Komen, Detroit Market (#2025-172), request to hold "Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure" on September 13, 2025 from 6:00 AM until 12:00 PM the same day at Milliken Park, Dequindre Cut, & adjacent Streets. Set-up will begin at 12:00 PM on September 12, 2025 and be completed by 5:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin at 12:00 PM on September 13, 2025 and be completed by 3:00 PM the same day.  (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 07/17/25)

Approved 8-0 (Benson not present) 

21.4

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Mack Alive (#2025-179), request to hold "Mack Alive 35th Parade and Rally" on August 23, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM the same day at Mack Ave from St. Jean to E. Grand Blvd. Set-up will begin on August 22, 2025 at 9:00 AM and be completed by 8:00 AM on August 23, 2025. Tear down will begin on August 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM and be completed by August 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM.  (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 07/17/25)

Approved 8-0 (Benson not present) 

21.5

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Tec-Troit Electronic Music Festival 501c3 (#2025-178), request to hold "Tec-Troit Electronic Music Festival" on August 15, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 11:00 PM on August 18, 2025 at 1151 Taylor St. Set-up will begin on August 15, 2025 at 8:00 AM and be completed by 4:00 PM on August 15, 2025. Tear down will begin on August 17, 2025 at 11:00 PM and be completed by August 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM.  (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 07/17/25)

Approved 8-0 (Benson not present) 

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

21.6

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005151-A3 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Design of the New EMS Annex at Three Fire Stations (Engine 55, Engine 57, Engine 60). – Contractor: Norr, LLC – Location: 150 W. Jefferson, Suite 1300, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: September 26, 2023 through July 29, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: September 26, 2023 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $569,063.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver #10

21.7

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005790-A4 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 4 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for the Basement Back-Up Protection Program Phase 2. – Contractor: LGC Global, Inc. – Location: 7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: November 21, 2023 through July 29, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: November 21, 2023 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $855,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,705,000.00. DWSD (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 11

21.8

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005793-A5 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 5 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for the Basement Back-Up Protection Program Phase 2. – Contractor: Moore Brothers Plumbing and Heating, LLC – Location: 15870 Schaefer Highway, Detroit, MI 48227 – Previous Contract Period: November 21, 2023 through July 29, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: November 21, 2023 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $547,800.00 – Total Contract Amount: $797,800.00. DWSD (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 12

21.9

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005789-A4 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 4 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for the for Basement Back-Up Protection Program Services Phase 2 - BWR. – Contractor: Ben Washington & Sons Plumbing and Heating, Inc. – Location: 7116 Tireman, Detroit, MI 48204 – Previous Contract Period: November 21, 2023 through July 29, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: November 21, 2023 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $221,763.04 – Total Contract Amount: $721,763.04. DWSD (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 13

21.10

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005794-A3 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for the Basement Back-Up Protection Program Phase 2. – Contractor: 3R Home Improvement, LLC – Location: 1460 Pennsylvania Wyandotte, MI 48192 – Previous Contract Period: November 21, 2023 through July 29, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: November 21, 2023 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $180,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $780,000.00. DWSD (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 14

21.11

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005795-A3 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for the Basement Back-Up Protection Program Phase 2. – Contractor: Mr. Wiggle Plumbing, LLC – Location: 12740 Virgil Street, Detroit, MI 48223 – Previous Contract Period: November 28, 2023 through July 29, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: November 28, 2023 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $315,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $815,000.00. DWSD (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 15

21.12

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007274 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide PW-7042 Mt Elliott and Conant Street Reconstruction. – Contractor: Angelo Iafrate Construction Company – Location: 477 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 30, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $10,248,281.12. PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 16

21.13

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007297 - 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide PW-7011 Holden Bridge. – Contractor: Z Contractors, Inc. - Location: 50500 Design Lane, Shelby Township, MI 48315 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 30, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $2,011,478.68. PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 7-1 with Waiver (Calloway Nay - Benson not present) 

Waiver # 17

LAW DEPARTMENT

21.14

Young, A Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 29 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Minors, Article III, Adult Responsibility Minors, Article III, Regulation of Minors in Public Places and Adult Responsibility for Violations, Division 6, Adult Responsibility, by renaming and amending Section 29-3-74, Parent, responsible adult, or legal guardian responsible for compliance with this article, and by amending Article VII, Parental Responsibility, by amending Section 29-7-2, Parental violation and penalty, to help mitigate violent crime and reduce teenage gun violence. INTRODUCE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 18 

21.15

Young, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 8-0 with Waiver (Benson not present) 

Waiver # 19

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

21.16

Young, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Pistons Palace Fund Grant for Brewer Park.  (The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan has awarded the City of Detroit General Services Department with the FY 2025 Pistons Palace Fund Grant for Brewer Park for a total of $275,000.00.  There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $275,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/17/25)

Sheffield Left Seat

Approved 7-0 with Waiver (Benson and Sheffield not present) 

Waiver # 20

RESOLUTIONS

21.17

Waters, reso. autho.

Resolution Supporting State Water Affordability Bills. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 07/21/25)

Approved 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present) 

21.18

WALK- ON

Waters, reso. autho.

Resolution Declaring July 23rd, 2025 as "Kem Day" in Detroit.

Noting walked on at the end of the agenda Sheffield left

Approved with Waiver 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

Waiver # 21

22.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

23.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

BUILDINGS, SAFETY, ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT

23.1

Submitting reso. autho.

To Update and Amend the current Third-Party Rental Report Processing Fee and Third-Party Vendor Two Family Unit Inspection Fee for the Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department.  (The proposed Resolution updates the Third-Party Rental Report Processing Fee and adds a Third-Party Vendor Two Family Unit Inspection Fee.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

24.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

MAYOR'S OFFICE

24.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Appointment of Robert Jones to the Board of Police Commissioners (At-Large) upon City Council confirmation with a term ending on July 17, 2030.

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

24.2

Submitting report relative to

June Monthly Report of Contracts Approved Administratively ($25,000 to $50,000). (Attachment A - List of attached contracts subject to delegated authority, pursuant to Section 17- 5-91, City Council approval required for certain contracts; monthly report on certain contracts; emergency procurements; City Council notification and approval required, Subsection (c).)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

24.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005384-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Installation of Fiber Cable between Detroit Public Safety Headquarters and the Lyndon Data Center. – Contractor: Five Star Energy Services, LLC – Location: W 2287055 Enterprise Drive, Big Bend, WI 53103 – Previous Contract Period: October 3, 2023 through September 28, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: October 3, 2023 through December 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,582,366.80. DoIT

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

24.4

Submitting reso. autho.

DSS #10 Legal Services – Attorneys For Indigent Individuals - SCHEDULE 10 - 100% Grant/City Funding – To provides legal assistance for indigent individuals. The basic mission of the program is to provide high quality legal representation to anyone who is charged with misdemeanor crimes in the 36th District Court and cannot afford to hire an attorney.  Schedule Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Five (5) Years. Total Maximum Order Limitation: $30,141,587.97.

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

LAW DEPARTMENT

24.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Offer of Judgment LaDonna Crutchfield v City of Detroit, et al; Case No. 25-cv-10514, File No. LIT-0034, Police Department, Offer of Judgment in the amount of ($90,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Plaintiffs may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

24.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Northland Radiology Inc and Pioneer Lab Houston LP (C. Guilyot) v COD; Case No. 24-007509-NF, File No. L24-01050(CM), Department of Transportation, in the amount of $5,700 in full payment for any and all claims which Northland Radiology Inc and Pioneer Lab Houston LP (Assignees of Charles Guilyot) may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

24.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Pioneer Lab Houston, LP (Tasha Conner) v City of Detroit; Case No. 24-000468-NI, File No. L24-00748(MBC) Department of Transportation, in the amount of $5,796.00 in full payment for any and all claims which Pioneer Lab Houston, LP may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION 

24.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Implementation of 2024-2028 Labor Agreement for Employees Represented by Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council.  (The Master Agreement covers wages, hours and other basic conditions of employment from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2028. It has been signed by all parties concerned and meets with the approval of the Labor Relations Division.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT/CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION DIVISION

24.9

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 $53,500 - $67,900 for the classification of Property Assessing Technician within the Office of Chief Financial Officer, Valuation and Field Operations Division.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

24.10

Submitting report relative to

Potential Conflicts for Appointment to both the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Detroit Wayne Joint Building Authority.  (City Council Member Latisha Johnson has requested the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) to provide an analysis of whether a conflict exists that would prevent an individual from serving on both the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) and the Detroit Wayne Joint Building Authority (DWJBA)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.

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

25.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of St. Joseph Shrine (#2025-190), request to hold "St. Joseph Shrine Oktoberfest" September 12, 2025 from 4:00 PM through September 14, 2025 until 6:00 PM at St. Joseph Shrine. Set-up will begin at 8:00 AM on September 9, 2025 and be completed by 12:00 PM September 12, 2025. Tear down will begin at 6:00 PM on September 14, 2025 and be completed by 12:00 PM September 15, 2025. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of The Ajamu Group LLC (#2025-198), request to hold "Detroit Football Classic" on August 29, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM on August 30, 2025 at Harmonie Park. Set-up will begin on August 28, 2025 at 7:00 AM and be completed by 11:00 AM on August 29, 2025. Tear down will begin on August 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM and be completed by 7:00 PM on August 31, 2025.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Timiko Drew (#2025-192), request to hold "DHD Annual Block Party" September 6, 2025 from 12:00 PM until 4:00 PM the same day on John R between Mack & Erskine. Set-up will begin at 6:00 AM on September 6, 2025 and be completed by 10:00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin at 4:00 PM on September 6, 2025 and be completed by 6:00 PM the same day. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Athletic Club (#2025-196), request to hold "DAC Engines & Ice Cream" August 2, 2025 from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM the same day at the Detroit Athletic Club, 241 Madison St. Set-up will begin at 6:00 AM on August 2, 2025 and be completed by 8:00 AM on the same day. Tear down will begin at 2:00 PM on August 2, 2025 and be completed by 3 :00 PM the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Athletic Club (#2025-197), request to hold "DAC Employee & Family Day" on August 17, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM the same day at Detroit Athletic Club, 241 Madison St., Detroit, MI 48226 Set-up will begin on August 17, 2025 at 6:00 AM and be completed by 9:00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin on August 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM and be completed by 7:00 PM. the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of District 7 DON and City of Dearborn Neighborhoods Team  (#2025-195), request to hold "Detroit Dearborn Community Block Party Annual Event" on September 13, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 3 PM the same day at Tireman from Appoline St. to Manor St. - Dearborn/Detroit Border. Set-up will begin on September 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM and be completed by 12:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin on September 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM and be completed by 4:00 PM the same day. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Greater New Straight Street Church (#2025-191), request to hold "Detroit Drag way Reunion Car Show" August 31, 2025 from 9:00 AM until 9:00 PM the same day at 20067 John R Detroit, MI 48203. Set-up will begin at 9:00 AM on August 31, 2025 and be completed by 11 :00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin at 7 :00 PM on August 31, 2025 and be completed by 9:00 PM the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

 

25.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Dr. Ossian H. Sweet Foundation (#2025-180), request to hold "Dr. Ossian H. Sweet 100th Anniversary" on September 07, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on September 08, 2025 at Historic Dr. Ossian H. Sweet House/Educational Plaza. Set-up will begin on September 06, 2025 at 12:00 PM and be completed by 12:00 PM on September 07, 2025. Tear down will begin on September 08, 2025 at 8:00 PM and be completed by 11:00 PM the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of IBEW Local 58 (#2025-193), request to hold "Labor Day 2025" September 1, 2025 from 6:00 AM until 2:00 PM the same day at Corktown. Set-up will begin at 9:00 AM on August 29, 2025 and be completed by 12:00 PM on August 31, 2025. Tear down will begin at 1:00 AM on September 1, 2025 and be completed by 5:00 PM the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Michigan Chapter (#2025-188), request to hold "Sickle Cell Matters! Awareness Week" on September 13, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM the same day at Charles Wright Museum of African American History. Set-up will begin on September 13, 2025 at 7:00 AM and be completed by  9:00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin on September 13, 2025 at 1 :00 PM and be completed by 3 :00 PM the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Marcel Ragland (#2025-194), request to hold "Detroit Next 2Blow Music Fest" on September 13, 2025 from 12:00 PM to 11 :59 PM the same day at Hart Plaza. Set-up will begjn on September 12, 2025 at 12:00 PM and be completed by 5:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin on September 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM and be completed by 5:00 AM the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCURMENT

25.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004717-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Amend Exhibit B Section II Verbiage for Towing Services for Booted and Abandoned Vehicles and Boats from City Owned Lots. – Contractor: Wayne’s Service, Inc. – Location: 20495 Sherwood Street, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: February 28, 2023 through October 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $101,974.00. MUNICIPAL PARKING

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.13

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006234-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Administrative Management and Fiduciary Services for City-Wide Mural Projects. – Contractor: SpaceLab Development, Inc. – Location: 607 Shelby Street, Suite 700, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: July 16, 2024 through September 28, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: July 16, 2024 through December 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $396,770.00. GENERAL SERVICES

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.14

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004719-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Amend Exhibit B Section II Verbiage for Towing Services for Booted and Abandoned Vehicles and Boats from City Owned Lots. – Contractor: BBK Towing & Recovery, Inc. – Location: 1821 Trombly Street, Detroit, MI 48211 – Contract Period: February 28, 2023 through October 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $101,974.00. MUNICIPAL PARKING

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

25.15

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006816-A1 - 100% Blight Remediation Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide Clarifications for Blight Remediation, Maintenance, and Emergency Services at Various Locations throughout the City of Detroit. – Contractor: Motor City Preservation LLC – Location: 18035 Cherrylawn Street, Detroit, MI 48221 – Contract Period: December 12, 2024 through November 27, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $2,500,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

26.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

26.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006455-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Roof Replacement and Related Construction Services. – Contractor: 1-800-Hansons, LLC – Location: 977 E 14 Mile Road, Troy, MI 48083 – Previous Contract Period: July 30, 2024 through September 28, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: July 30, 2024 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,633,333.34. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

26.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006456-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Roof Replacement and Related Construction Services. – Contractor: Ingram Roofing – Location: 390 South Street, Rochester, MI 48307 – Previous Contract Period: July 30, 2024 through September 28, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: July 30, 2024 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,633,333.33. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

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

26.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Certified Local Government (CLG) Training and Continuing Education Grant.  (The Michigan State Historic Preservation Office has awarded the City of Detroit Historic Designation Advisory Board (HDAB) with the FY 2025 Certified Local Government (CLG) Training and Continuing Education Grant for a total of $1,500.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $1,500.00.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

26.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept a Donation of In-kind Technical Assistance.  (The Urban Institute has awarded a donation of in-kind Technical Assistance, to the City of Detroit Planning & Development Department (PPD), valued at $45,000.00. There is no match requirement for this donation.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

26.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the Citywide Home Repair Taskforce Grant.  (The Rocket Community Fund has awarded the City of Detroit Housing & Revitalization Department with the Citywide Home Repair Taskforce Grant, for a total of $150,000.00. There is no match requirement.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

26.6

Submitting reso. autho.

FY 2025-26 Budget Amendment to CDBG/NOF, ESG, HOME & HOPWA. (The Housing & Revitalization Department (HRD) hereby requests to amend the 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant/Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (CDBG/NOF), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Housing Opportunities for Persons With Aids (HOPWA) budgets to reflect the actual allocations received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Please see the attached spreadsheet (Schedule A) for account information relative to this amendment.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

26.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Reprogramming Amendment to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plans for Multiple Fiscal Years.  (The Housing & Revitalization Department (HRD) hereby requests to amend the CDBG Annual Action Plans for the fiscal years in the attached report. The funds targeted for reprogramming consist of unused funds, balances from programs that no longer exist or are unlikely to be used in a timely manner.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

26.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Acquisition of Wayne County Tax Foreclosed Properties Right of Refusal 2025.  (Under the General Property Tax Act (1893 PA 206) (the “Act”), the City of Detroit (“City”) has an annual right of refusal to acquire tax foreclosed property from Wayne County (the “County”), upon payment of a minimum bid or market value as determined by the County pursuant to the Act (“Purchase Price”). Such right of refusal allows the City to acquire tax foreclosed properties prior to any sale by the County through auction.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

26.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale by Detroit Land Bank Authority Michigan Department of Transportation  - Development: Generally bound by 1-94, Gratiot, to the west of French Rd. (The DLBA is now in receipt of an offer from the Michigan Department of Transportation, a constitutional government principal department of the State of Michigan ("MDOT") to enter into agreements to purchase four (4) properties and to acquire parts of three (3) properties, as further described in the attached Exhibit A (collectively, the "Property"). The Property is primarily vacant land and is located in Council District 4 in the Airport Sub neighborhood and zoned R2 (Two Family Residential).)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

26.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Sale of Wayne County Tax Foreclosed Occupied Homes.  (Under the General Property Tax Act (1893 PA 206) (the “Act”), the City of Detroit (“City”) has an annual right of refusal to acquire tax foreclosed property from Wayne County (“County”) upon payment of a minimum bid or fair market value as determined by the County pursuant to the Act. Such right of refusal allows the City to acquire tax foreclosed properties prior to any sale by the County through auction.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

MISCELLANEOUS

26.11

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum relative to Questions on Proposed Contract with The Motor City Mitten Mission for Unhoused People Outreach.

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

27.

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

27.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006157-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Fire Incident Alerting System in Four (4) New DFD Stations located throughout the City. – Contractor: Bryx, Inc. – Location: 59 Halstead Street, Rochester, NY 14610 – Previous Contract Period: October 8, 2024 through September 28, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: October 8, 2024 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $175,800.00. FIRE

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

27.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007240 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Commercial Power Washer and Preventative Maintenance and Repair. – Contractor: M&E Cleaning Systems dba Hotsy Midwest Cleaning Systems – Location: 34525 Industrial Road, Livonia, MI 48150 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $393,000.00. TRANSPORTATION

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

27.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007253 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Environmental Consulting Services. – Contractor: Atlas Technical Consultants, LLC – Location: 1735 E McNichols, Detroit, MI 48203 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through September 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $400,000.00. BSEED

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

27.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007258 (WS-741) - 100% CIP Funding (SRF) – To Provide Water System Improvements. – Contractor: LGC Global, Inc. – Location: 7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, Michigan 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $13,892,423.00. DWSD

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

27.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007309 (WS-742) - 100% CIP Funding (SRF) – To Provide Water System Improvements. – Contractor: LGC Global, Inc. – Location: 7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, Michigan 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $19,477,752.00. DWSD

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

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

27.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), for the FY 2025 Michigan Brownfield Redevelopment Program Grant.  (The Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department 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 2025 Michigan Brownfield Redevelopment Program Grant. The amount being sought is $100,000.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $100,000.00.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

27.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to grant DTE Electric Company an easement at 19384 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48221, for an EV charging station.  (The Municipal Parking Department is requesting authorization from your Honorable Body to grant DTE Electric Company an easement in, on, and across a part of the property located at 19384 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48221, Parcel ID# 02004429-30, for the installation of an EV charging station.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

27.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 SisterFriends - Birthing Futures Workforce Institute Grant.  (The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded the City of Detroit Health Department with the FY 2025 SisterFriends - Birthing Futures Workforce Institute Grant for a total of $900,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $900,000.00.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT

27.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Proposed Resolution to Accept Donated Vehicles to Support Crime Reduction by the Police Department and Fire Department.  (Pursuant to Section 2-6-2 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, the above-referenced proposed Resolution and attached donated vehicle report are being submitted to your Honorable Body for consideration and approval. The proposed Resolution authorizes a discreet process to accept donated vehicles, with no purchase cost to the City of Detroit, to conduct undercover operations and support crime reduction by the Police Department and Fire Department.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/ADMINISTRATION

27.10

Submitting reso. autho.

To approve Intergovernmental Agreement with Wayne County for Hamtramck Drive improvements.  (The Department of Public Works (DPW) is in the process of upgrading roads around the Mount Elliott Industrial Zone to support job creation and industrial development. The work includes improvements to Hamtramck Drive, which is a Wayne County road, partially located in the City of Detroit, and partially located in the City of Hamtramck. DPW is seeking to enter into a funding agreement with Wayne County to pay for costs associated with work on the county road Hamtramck Drive. These improvements will be completed by DPW and will result in an all-seasons truck route as well as a critical linkage of the Joe Louis Greenway that will be constructed concurrently along this stretch of Hamtramck Drive.)

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

MISCELLANEOUS

27.11

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting resolution Declaring July 23rd, 2025 as KEM Day to honor the Detroit-born musical sensation on the occasion of his concert at The Aretha Amphitheater.

Referred to Committee 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

28.

CONSENT AGENDA

There are no items

29.

MEMBER REPORTS

Suspend

30.

ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE

31.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CLERK

31.1

Report on approval of proceedings by the Mayor.

32.

TESTIMONIAL RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL PRIVILEGE

32.1

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution In Memoriam for Jeffrey Herron, Sr.

Approved 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)

32.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution in Memoriam for Mr. Marlowe Stoudamire.

Approved 7-0 (Benson and Sheffield not present)