MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION

Tuesday, June 13, 2023 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

 

Mr. Glenn Kersey

Asst. City Council Committee Clerk

           

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1.

ROLL CALL

COUNCIL MEMBER SCOTT BENSON
COUNCIL MEMBER FRED DURHAL III
COUNCIL MEMBER LATISHA JOHNSON
COUNCIL MEMBER GABRIELA SANTIAGO-ROMERO
COUNCIL MEMBER MARY WATERS
COUNCIL MEMBER ANGELA WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY
COUNCIL MEMBER COLEMAN YOUNG II
COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM JAMES TATE
COUNCIL PRESIDENT MARY SHEFFIELD

10:00am: 6 Present, 3 Absent (Tate, Durhal III, Santiago-Romero) - Quorum Achieved
Taking Seat after Roll Call: Santiago-Romero (10:08am), Tate (10:15am), Durhal III (10:15am) - Quorum Maintained 

9-0

2.

APPROVAL OF JOURNAL OF LAST SESSION

From June 1, 2023

Per the Chair: Journal Approved by Council. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No
Objections 

3.

RECONSIDERATIONS

-NONE-

4.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

-NONE-

5.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

6.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

6.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6001575-A2 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for a Bill Payment Kiosk Network Utilized by Citizens of Detroit to Pay Tax Bills, Etc. – Contractor: Diversified Data Processing and Consulting, Inc. dba DIVDAT – Location: 2111 Woodward, Suite 702, Detroit, MI 48201 – Previous Contract Period: August 1, 2018 through June 30, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through September 30, 2023 – Contract Increase Amount: $411,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $6,211,000.00 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

6.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005272 - 100% City Funding – To Provide a Residential Multiple Regression Valuation Analysis including Regression Statistics and Options, the Interpretation of Results, and Separation of Land and Building Values. – Contractor: Keene Mass Appraisal Consulting, LLC – Location: 6934 Cresheim Road, Philadelphia, PA 19119 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 14, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $540,000.00 ASSESSOR

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF THE ASSESSOR

6.3

Submitting reso. autho.

The Anchor at Mariners Inn 4 Limited Dividend Housing Association Limited Partnership – Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT).  (Mariners Inn and Cinnaire Solutions have formed The Anchor at Mariners Inn 4 Limited Dividend Housing Association Limited Partnership (the "LDHA") in order to develop the Project known as Mariners Inn.  The LDHA owns Unit 1 of the Mariners Inn Condominium, a mixed-use new construction development structured as seven (7) separate condominium units.  Units 1-3 are in one four-story building.  Units 4-7 encompass the parking lot and existing buildings on the property site.  Unit 1 consists of fourteen (14) permanent supportive housing units in an area bounded by Ledyard on the north, Cass on the east, Henry on the south and Second on the west.  The Project will include fourteen (14) 1-bed, 1-bath five hundred (500) square foot units primarily targeted to chronically homeless individuals with free onsite parking.  The site will also include first-floor Cass-facing four thousand four hundred (4,400) square feet of commercial space.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

6.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution In Support of Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s Proposed Elections Budget.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

7.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

7.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005284 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Communications Consulting including Newsletters, Public Statements, Flyers, Etc. for Councilwoman Johnson. – Contractor: Blended Collective, LLC – Location: 440 Burroughs Street, #167, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $125,000.00 CITY COUNCIL

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3064968 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Voting Equipment, Maintenance, Support, and Reporting Utilizing via MiDeal Contract No. 071B7700117. – Contractor: Dominion Voting Systems, Inc. – Location: 1201 18th Street, Suite 210, Denver, CO 80202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $643,680.00 ELECTIONS

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005179 - 100% City Funding – To Provide a Cloud Based Legal Case Management Software System. – Contractor: Thomson Reuters – Location: 610 Opperman Drive, Eagan, MN 55123 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 29, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $2,144,351.96 LAW

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003505-A3 - 100% Risk Management Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds to Continue Litigation Services for Reverse Conviction Lawsuits. – Contractor: Nathan & Kamionski, LLP – Location: 719 Griswold St. Suite 280, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: March 12, 2021 through June 30, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2023 – Contract Increase Amount: $1,500,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $4,400,000.00 LAW

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

LAW DEPARTMENT

7.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Samuel McReynolds et al. v City of Detroit et al., Case No. 21-007893-NI, File No. L21-00586 (YRB) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($12,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Joy Hix Pharmacy may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about July 22, 2020.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Better Care Rehab, LLC (Stanley Clark) v City of Detroit; Case Number: 22-000860-NF; File Number: L22-00429 (RJB) (DDOT) in the amount of ($10,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Better Care Rehab, LLC (Stanley Clark), may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about May 17, 2021.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Bryanna Shorts, PR of the Estate of Bryan Phillips, and Stanley Clark v City of Detroit; Case Number: 21-009666-NF; File Number: L21-00702 (RJB) (DDOT) in the amount of ($13,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Bryanna Shorts, PR of the Estate of Bryan Phillips and Stanley Clark may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about May 17, 2021.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Michelle Turner v City of Detroit; Case No. 22-002817-NF, File No. L22-00563 (MBC), Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($45,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Michelle Turner may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.9

Submitting report relative to

Request for Payment of Judgment- Dodson v COD. (The Law Department has submitted a privileged and confidential memorandum regarding the above –referenced matter.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.10

Submitting report relative to

Request for Payment of Judgment- Cyars Williams v COD. (The Law Department has submitted a privileged and confidential memorandum regarding the above – referenced matter.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

7.11

Submitting report relative to

Resolution Authorizing Contract No. 2889352-A5 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 5 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Case Management Software. –  Contractor: Cycom Data Systems, Inc. – Location: 1055 Elizabeth Drive, Richmond, KY 40475 – Previous Contract Period: March 1, 2014 through June 30, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $35,655.00 – Total Contract Amount: $475,865.00 LAW (REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE ON 5/31/2023). (Your Honorable Body, through its Internal Operations Standing Committee (IOS), requested the Law Department (Department) respond to the following enumerated questions regarding Line Item 6.2 on the May 31st IOS Agenda. The above-referenced Resolution was postponed for one week to allow the Department time to prepare and submit this Memorandum in regard to Line Item 6.6 on tomorrow’s agenda.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

7.12

Submitting report relative to

Report on Senate Bill 14.  (The Legislative Policy Division (LPD) has been requested by Council President Mary Sheffield to provide a report regarding the proposed Senate Bill 14. LPD provides this report for your consideration.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

8.

NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

8.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004774 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Park Renovations at A.B. Ford Park. – Contractor: DeAngelis Diamond Construction, LLC – Location: 3955 Orchard Hill Place, Suite 235, Novi, MI 48375 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $2,125,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

8.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005352 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Street Tree Planting Citywide. – Contractor: Premier Group Associates, LC – Location: 2221 Bellevue Street, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 10, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $412,500.00 GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

9.

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

9.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005215 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Housing Counseling Services for Pre-Purchase, Mortgage/Tax Foreclosure, Home Repair, and Utility Assistance. – Contractor: Central Detroit Christian CDC – Location: 1550 Taylor Street, Detroit, MI 48206 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $350,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

9.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005216 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Housing Counseling Services for Pre-Purchase, Mortgage/Tax Foreclosure, Home Repair, and Utility Assistance. – Contractor: Bridging Communities, Inc. – Location: 6900 Mcgraw, Detroit, MI 48210 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $350,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

9.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005217 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Housing Counseling Services for Pre-Purchase, Mortgage/Tax Foreclosure, Home Repair, and Utility Assistance. – Contractor: Jefferson East, Inc. – Location: 300 River Place Drive, Suite 5250, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $350,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

9.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005218 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Housing Counseling Services for Pre-Purchase, Mortgage/Tax Foreclosure, Home Repair, and Utility Assistance. – Contractor: U Snap Bac, Inc. – Location: 14901 E Warren, Detroit, MI 48224 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $350,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

9.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005275 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Services to Create and Conduct a Research Study Resulting in a Comprehensive Plan for Immigrant and Refugee Services. – Contractor: Public Sector Consultants – Location: 230 N. Washington Square, Suite 300, Lansing, MI 48933 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 5, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $100,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

9.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005313 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Housing Counseling Services for Pre-Purchase, Mortgage/Tax Foreclosure, Home Repair, and Utility Assistance. – Contractor: Matrix Human Services – Location: 1400 Woodbridge Street, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $820,800.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

9.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005314 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Housing Counseling Services for Pre-Purchase, Mortgage/Tax Foreclosure, Home Repair, and Utility Assistance. – Contractor: Southwest Economic Solutions Corporation – Location: 5716 Michigan Avenue, Suite 3000, Detroit, MI 48210 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $350,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

9.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005315 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Housing Counseling Services for Pre-Purchase, Mortgage/Tax Foreclosure, Home Repair, and Utility Assistance. – Contractor: Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency – Location: 7310 Woodward, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $1,000,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

9.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Request for Public Hearing to Establish a Commercial Rehabilitation District for 1550 Webward Avenue, LLC in the area of 1550 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan, in accordance with Public Act 210 of 2005. (Petition #2023-088)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

MISCELLANEOUS

9.10

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Submitting memorandum relative to Detroit Land Bank Policies.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

10.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

10.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005274 - 100% Blight Funding – To Provide High-Quality Instructional/Educational Training Requirements for Various Accreditation/Re-Accreditation Courses Needed for Demolition Related Activities. – Contractor: Environmental Testing & Consulting, Inc. – Location: 38900 W. Huron River Drive, Romulus, MI 48174 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 1, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $180,000.00 CITY DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

10.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005028  - 100% City Funding – To Provide Arson Investigation Case Management System. – Contractor: Virtual Advantage, LLC – Location: 3290 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 310, Troy, MI 48084 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $188,500.00 FIRE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

10.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003473-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Vehicle Maintenance. – Contractor: Ray Laethem, Inc. dba Ray Laethem Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram – Location: 18001 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 48224 – Previous Contract Period: May 17, 2021 through May 17, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 17, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $150,000.00 TRANSPORTATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

10.4

Submitting report and Proposed Ordinance

To Amend Chapter 8 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Building Construction and Property Maintenance, by amending Article II, Building Code, Section 8-2-20, Additions to Section 3303 of 2015 Michigan Building Code, Demolition, to provide for review by the Planning and Development Department of certain applications for wrecking permits. (FOR INTRODUCTION AND SETTING OF A PUBLIC HEARING?)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

MISCELLANEOUS

10.5

Council Member Scott Benson

Submitting Memorandum relative to Remove Privilege on Syndicate Opinion.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

10.6

Council Member LaTisha Johnson

Submitting memorandum relative to DWSD and GLWA Water Capital Projects In District 4.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

10.7

Council Member Angela Whitfield-Calloway

Submitting memorandum relative to Requesting Rapid Transit Information.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

11.

VOTING ACTION MATTERS

12.

OTHER MATTERS

-NONE-

13.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL OFFICIALS AND AGENCIES

-NONE-

14.

PUBLIC COMMENT

1:30 minutes: Detroit Resident (responses by Durhal I, Sheffield), Pastor Lorenzo Soles (Evangel Church of the Air), Ronald Foster, Faye Jergenson, Kai Bowman (Detroit Black Businessmen Association), Call in User 1, Betty Johnson, Black Jesus, Brenda Hill, Carol Fleming, Detroit Resident, LIttonia Williams, , Marguerite maddock Scarlett, Pass the Property Tax Ordinance, Virginia Park 1, William M Davis, Demeeko Williams, Renard Monchunski, Juwan Howard, Betty A Varner, (response by Durhal III), Cunningham, Miss Hammer, Detroit Resident, Carol Hughes, JoAnn Warwick, Steven Harwing, Caller 313-XXX-X888 (Richard Clay), Richella Stewart , Detroit Resident,  Frederick Brown, 

15.

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

16.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

BOARD OF REVIEW

16.1

Durhal, reso. autho.

Amending Property Assessment Board of Review Per Diem Rate. (City Council approved the 2023 – 2024 FY Budget request submitted regarding the Property Assessment Board of Review and therefore in accordance with Section 44-4-5(d)” The City Council shall set, by resolution, the per diem compensation of the members of the Board of Review for each day that the Board meets to conduct business.” Simply stated, the change in the per diem rate must be adopted by resolution.) 

Discussion (Benson) 

CM Durhal III: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0).No Objections. Motion Carried.

• 9-0
  Motion made by Frederick Durhal

  Approval

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Tate, Sheffiled, Mary Waters, and Coleman Young

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

BUILDINGS, SAFETY ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEPARTMENT

16.2

Durhal, reso. autho.

Establishing Fee Schedule 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 Fee Schedule are being submitted to Your Honorable Body for consideration and approval.)

CM Durhal III: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0).No Objections. Motion Carried.

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF THE ASSESSOR

16.3

Durhal, reso. autho.

Request to Set Public Hearing Dates To Renew Special Assessment Districts for Sherwood Forest, Detroit Golf Club and Palmer Woods. (PENDING THE RESOLUTION)

CM Durhal III: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0).No Objections. Motion Carried.

• 9-0
  Motion made by Frederick Durhal

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  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

17.1

Johnson, reso. autho. 

Contract No. 6005243  - 100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary IT Staffing to be Implemented on an As-Needed Basis. – Contractor: Data Consulting Group, Inc. – Location: 965 E Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $5,250,000.00 DoIT 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. Majority Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary IT Staffing to be Implemented on an As-Needed Basis. – Contractor: Data Consulting Group, Inc. – Location: 965 E Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $5,250,000.00. DoIT

  Yeas (9)

  Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Tate, Benson, and Coleman Young

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005233 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary IT Staffing to be Implemented on an As-Needed Basis. – Contractor: DevCare Solution Ltd – Location: 579 Executive Campus Drive, Suite 370, Westerville, Ohio 43082 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $5,250,000.00 DoIT (REPORTED OUT OF THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/7/23 WITH RECOMMENDATION TO DENY)

Discussion: Art Thompson (Chief Information Officer), CM Young, CM Benson, CM Whitfield-Calloway, CP Sheffield, CM Johnson

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. Majority Council Members oppose (4-5). Calloway, Johnson, Waters, Sheffield, Tate Objections. Motion Fails. 

• 4-5
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary IT Staffing to be Implemented on an As-Needed Basis. – Contractor: DevCare Solution Ltd – Location: 579 Executive Campus Drive, Suite 370, Westerville, Ohio 43082 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $5,250,000.00. DoIT

  Yeas (4)	Benson, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Coleman Young
  Nays (5)	Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Failed (4 to 5)

17.3

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005234  - 100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary IT Staffing to be Implemented on an As-Needed Basis. – Contractor: The BTL Group – Location: 241 Madison Street, #54, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $5,250,000.00 DoIT 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.  

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary IT Staffing to be Implemented on an As-Needed Basis. – Contractor: The BTL Group – Location: 241 Madison Street, #54, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $5,250,000.00. DoIT

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Sheffiled, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Mary Waters, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.4

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005204 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary IT Staffing to be Implemented on an As-Needed Basis. – Contractor: Groundwork 0 – Location: 2000 Brush Street, Suite 262, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $5,250,000.00 DoIT  

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   17.1 to 17.9

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary IT Staffing to be Implemented on an As-Needed Basis. – Contractor: Groundwork 0 – Location: 2000 Brush Street, Suite 262, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $5,250,000.00. DoIT

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Tate, Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, and Frederick Durhal

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.5

Johnson, reso. autho. 

Contract No. 3063907 – 100% City Funding – To Provide Emergency Licensing for Smartsheet Access Used by All Departments for Critical Operational Processes and to Avoid Interruption of Services. Memorandum Submitted to City Council on March 3, 2023. – Contractor: Smartsheet.com, Inc. – Location: 10500 NE 8th Street, Suite 1300, Bellevue, WA 98004 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2023 – Total Contract Amount: $274,000.00. DOIT 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.  

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  Notification to Council – 100% City Funding – To Provide Emergency Licensing for Smartsheet Access Used by All Departments for Critical Operational Processes and to Avoid Interruption of Services. Memorandum Submitted to City Council on March 3, 2023. – Contractor: Smartsheet.com, Inc. – Location: 10500 NE 8th Street, Suite 1300, Bellevue, WA 98004 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2023 – Total Contract Amount: $274,000.00. DoIT

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Sheffiled

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.6

Johnson, reso. autho. 

Contract No. 2889352-A5 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 5 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Case Management Software. – Contractor: Cycom Data Systems, Inc. – Location: 1055 Elizabeth Drive, Richmond, KY 40475 – Previous Contract Period: March 1, 2014 through June 30, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $35,655.00 – Total Contract Amount: $475,865.00 LAW 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  100% City Funding – AMEND 5 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Case Management Software. – Contractor: Cycom Data Systems, Inc. – Location: 1055 Elizabeth Drive, Richmond, KY 40475 – Previous Contract Period: March 1, 2014 through June 30, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $35,655.00 – Total Contract Amount: $475,865.00. Law

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Tate, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Benson, and Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.7

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005161 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide New Firewall Infrastructure to Replace Outdated Existing Firewall Systems. – Contractor: Groundwork 0 – Location: 2000 Brush Street, 262, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $1,463,711.00 DoIT 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  100% ARPA Funding – To Provide New Firewall Infrastructure to Replace Outdated Existing Firewall Systems. – Contractor: Groundwork 0 – Location: 2000 Brush Street, 262, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $1,463,711.00.

  DoIT

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, and Frederick Durhal

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.8

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6002862-A2  - 100% City Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Employee Assistance and Substance Abuse Program. – Contractor: Health Management Systems of America, Inc. – Location: 3011 W Grand Boulevard, Suite 2410, Detroit, MI 48202 – Previous Contract Period: June 1, 2020 through May 31, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $186,120.00 – Total Contract Amount: $658,955.00. HUMAN RESOURCES 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.  

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  100% City Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Employee Assistance and Substance Abuse Program. – Contractor: Health Management Systems of America, Inc. – Location: 3011 W Grand Boulevard, Suite 2410, Detroit, MI 48202 – Previous Contract Period: June 1, 2020 through May 31, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $186,120.00 – Total Contract Amount: $658,955.00. Human Resources

  Waiver of Reconsideration Requested

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.9

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005283 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Services to Review, Evaluate, Report, and Monitor the Performance of Annual Good Neighbor Plan Commitments by Adult-Use Marijuana Licensees. – Contractor: BCA3, LLC – Location: 309 W. 7 Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48203 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 14, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $105,000.00 HUMAN RIGHTS 

17.1 to 17.9

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  100% City Funding – To Provide Services to Review, Evaluate, Report, and Monitor the Performance of Annual Good Neighbor Plan Commitments by Adult-Use Marijuana Licensees. – Contractor: BCA3, LLC – Location: 309 W. 7 Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48203 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 14, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $105,000.00. Human Rights

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

LAW DEPARTMENT

17.10

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Metro Med Pain Management and Rehab (Amia Summer) v City of Detroit; Case No. 21-170602-GC, File No. L22-02063 (CBO) Department of Transportation, in favor of Metro Med Pain Management & Rehab and Their attorney, Sigal Law Firm PLLC, in the amount of ($6,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which {Plaintiff Name-Select} may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  RESOLVED, that the Finance Director be and is hereby authorized and directed to draw a warrant upon the proper account in favor of METRO MED PAIN MANAGEMENT & REHAB and THEIR attorney, SIGAL LAW FIRM PLLC, in the amount of ($6,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which {Plaintiff Name-Select} may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about 5/10/2020, and otherwise set forth in Case No. 21-170602 CG, that said amount be paid upon receipt of properly executed Releases, Stipulation and Order of Dismissal entered in Lawsuit No. 21-170602 CG and, where deemed necessary by the Law Department a properly executed Medicare/CMS Final Demand Letter.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Sheffiled

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.11

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement lawsuit of Larry Boyd v City of Detroit and Officer Roy Bunnich Case No. 19-013657-NI, File No. L19-00830 (CLR) Police Department, in the amount of $1,150,000.00 in full payment for any and all claims which Larry Boyd may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.  

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  RESOLVED, that the Finance Director be and is hereby authorized and directed to draw a warrant upon the proper account in favor of Larry Boyd and his attorneys, Fieger, Fieger, Kenney & Harrington, P.C., in the amount of $1,150,000.00 in full payment for any and all claims which Larry Boyd may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about, and otherwise set forth in Case No.19-013657-NI, that said amount be paid upon receipt of properly executed Releases, Stipulation and Order of Dismissal entered in Lawsuit No. 19-013657-NIand, where deemed necessary by the Law Department a properly executed Medicare/CMS Final Demand Letter.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Sheffiled, Frederick Durhal, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Benson, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Mary Waters

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.12

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Saucillo, Jacqueline v John Doe and City of Detroit; Case Number: 20-013696-NI File Number: L21-00004 (KAC) (DDOT) in the amount of ($90,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Jacqueline Saucillo may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about October 17, 2019. 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  RESOLVED, that settlement of the above matter be and is hereby authorized in the amount of ($90,000.00); and be it further

  RESOLVED, that the Finance Director be and is hereby authorized and directed to draw a warrant upon the proper account in favor of JACQUELINE SAUCILLO and HER attorney, THE LOBB LAW FIRM, in the amount of ($90,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Jacqueline Saucillo may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about October 17, 2019, and otherwise set forth in Case No. 20-013696-NI, that said amount be paid upon receipt of properly executed Releases, Stipulation and Order of Dismissal entered in Lawsuit No. 20-013696-NI and, where deemed necessary by the Law Department a properly executed Medicare/CMS Final Demand Letter.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Sheffiled

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.13

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Tanaka, Peter v City of Detroit, Timothy Barr, et al.; Case Number: 22-11219 File Number: L22-01117 (PH) (DPD) in the amount of ($48,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Peter Tanaka may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about August 22, 2020. 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  RESOLVED, that an offer of judgment may be made in the above matter pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 68 in the amount of ($48,000.00) for damages and attorney fees; and be it further

  RESOLVED, that in the even the officer if judgment is accepted by Plaintiff the Finance Director be and is hereby authorized and directed to draw a warrant upon the proper account in favor of PETER TANAKA and HIS attorney, NACHT & ROUMEL, P.C., in the amount of ($48,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Peter Tanaka may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about August 22, 2020, and otherwise set forth in Case No.22-11219, that said amount be paid upon receipt of properly executed Releases, Stipulation and Order of Dismissal entered in Lawsuit No. 22-11219 and, where deemed necessary by the Law Department a properly executed Medicare/CMS Final Demand Letter.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Mary Waters, Benson, Frederick Durhal, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Sheffiled, and Latisha Johnson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.14

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of ZMC Pharmacy, LLC (Roderick Arnold) v City of Detroit; Case No. 22-196454-GC, File No. L22-01256, (BP) Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($7,619.00) in full payment for any and all claims which ZMC Pharmacy, LLC may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  RESOLVED, that the Finance Director be and is hereby authorized and directed to draw a warrant upon the proper account in favor of ZMC Pharmacy, LLC and ITS attorney, Khurana Law Firm, PC, in the amount of $7,619.00 in full payment for any and all claims which ZMC 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 12/21/1979, and otherwise set forth in Case No. 22-196454-GC, that said amount be paid upon receipt of properly executed Releases, Stipulation and Order of Dismissal entered in Lawsuit No. 22-196454-GC and, where deemed necessary by the Law Department a properly executed Medicare/CMS Final Demand Letter.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Tate, Frederick Durhal, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.15

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of James McDowell vs City of Detroit; File No. 14391, LE-002535, PSB, A20000, and in the amount of ($145,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims James McDowell may have against the City of Detroit by reason of any injuries or occupational diseases and their resultant disabilities incurred or sustained as the result of his past employment with the City of Detroit. 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.  

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  Resolved, that the Finance Director be and is authorized and directed to draw a warrant upon the proper fund in favor of James McDowell and his attorney, Steven L. Hirsch, in the sum of ($145,000.00) in full payment of any and all claims which they may have against the City of Detroit by reason of any injuries or occupational diseases and their resultant disabilities incurred or sustained as the result of his past employment with the City of Detroit

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

17.16

Johnson, reso. autho.

Case Evaluation Acceptance in lawsuit of Dominique Matthews v City of Detroit; Case No. 22-005452-CD, File No: W22-00062 (JTM), A37000 Police Department, in the amount of ($10,000.00) in full payment of any and all claims which plaintiff may have against the City of Detroit by reason of alleged injuries. 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.  

• 9-0
  Motion made by Latisha Johnson

  RESOLVED, that in the event Plaintiff accepts the case evaluation, that such acceptance is deemed a settlement, and that the Finance Director be and is hereby authorized and directed to draw a warrant upon the proper account in favor of ($10,000.00) payable to Ernst Charara & Lovell, PLC., Attorneys for Plaintiff, and Dominique Matthews, in the amount of($10,000.00) in full payment of any and all claims which plaintiff may have against the City of Detroit by reason of alleged injuries, and that said amount be paid upon receipt of properly executed Releases and Stipulation and Order of Dismissal entered in Lawsuit No. 22-005452-CD, approved by the Law Department.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

HUMAN RESOURCES/CLASSIFICATION & COMPENSATION ADMINISTRATION

17.17

Johnson, reso. autho.

Request to Amend the 2022-2023 Official Compensation Schedule. (Recommendation is submitted to amend the 2022-2023 Official Compensation Schedule to include the following pay range, subject to City Council approval:  Environmental Health Specialist I, Environmental Health Specialist II, and Environmental Health Specialist III.  The request and recommendation are based on the ability to attract and retain essential personnel in the Health Department.) 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

17.18

Johnson, reso. autho.

Request to Amend the 2022-2023 Official Compensation Schedule. (Recommendation is submitted to amend the 2022-2023 Official Compensation Schedule to include the following pay range, subject to City Council approval:  Vehicle Operator III, Vehicle Operator II, Vehicle Operator I, Construction Equipment Operator, Construction Equipment Operator - 50 Ton, Refuse Collection Packer Operator, Equipment Dispatch, Sanitation Yard Dispatcher, Traffic Investigator, and Traffic Sign Mechanic.  The need for Vehicle Operators has been widespread across the entire City of Detroit. The divisions have found it increasingly difficult to fully staff their groups, and competition for talent is at an all-time high due to a lack of trained, qualified candidates. The Department of Transportation, Municipal Parking, and General Services departments seek a competitive wage so that they can attract, develop, and retain talent for their operations.) 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

18.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

18.1

Tate, An Ordinance

To amend Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, by amending Article XVII, Zoning District Maps, Section 50-17-27, District Map No. 25, to revise the existing M3 General Industrial District and M4 Intensive Industrial District zoning classifications to M2 Restricted Industrial District and PR Parks and Recreation District zoning classifications for two parcels commonly known as 10600 Gratiot Avenue and 9701 Conner Street. (SIX (6) VOTES REQUIRED AND SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE ON THE 8TH DAY AFTER PUBLICATION) ROLL CALL

CM Tate: Motion to Take from the Table. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.  

CM Tate: Motion to place ordinance on the order of 3rd reading and to be read. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

Discussion (Tate): CM Benson, CM Johnson

CM Tate: Motion to Pass Ordinance as submitted. All Council Members (ROLL CALL) in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

CM Tate: Motion to have the Title of Ordinance confirmed . All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

DETROIT BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

18.2

Tate, reso. autho.

Approving The Brownfield Plan Of The City Of Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority For The Former United Artists Theatre Building Redevelopment Project At 150 Bagley Street Redevelopment Project.

CM Tate: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

18.3

Tate, reso. autho.

Approving The Brownfield Plan of the City of Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority for 450 Amsterdam Redevelopment Project.

CM Tate: Motion to give Approval by Council. Majority Council Members in favor (7-2). Sheffield, Waters Objections. Motion Carried.   

CM Tate: Motion to Reconsider Vote. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

CM Tate: Motion to give Approval by Council. Majority Council Members in favor (6-3). Sheffield, Waters, Whitfield-Calloway Objections. Motion Carried.   

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

18.4

Tate, reso. autho.

Approving a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone as requested by The City of Detroit, in the area of 9691 Yosemite St., et. al, Detroit, MI in accordance with Public Act 147 of 1992. 

CM Tate: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

18.5

Tate, reso. autho.

Approving an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Certificate on behalf of Marigold Houses, LLC in the area of 3200 Tyler St, Detroit, Michigan, in accordance with Public Act 146 of 2000.

CM Tate: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

18.6

Tate, reso. autho.

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

CM Tate: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Tate

  Forward to PED Standing Committee for Recommendation with HRD requesting the approval of the award of funding be forwarded back to the Council-of-the-Whole with a Recommendation for approval with a request for a waiver.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

18.7

Tate, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2022 City Inclusive Entrepreneurship Grant Program. (The National League of Cities Institute (NLCI) City Inclusive Entrepreneurship (CIE) Program has awarded the City of Detroit Housing and Revitalization Department-Office of Immigrant Affairs Entrepreneurship Program Grant for a total of $15,000.00 with no matching requirement. The grant will support the implementation of its Informal Entrepreneurship Commitment with no match requirement.) 

CM Tate: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Tate

  If approval is granted to accept and appropriate this funding, the appropriation number is 21263.

  I respectfully ask your approval to accept and appropriate funding in accordance with the attached resolution.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Benson, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

19.

PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

19.1

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003084-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Advanced Cleaning, Repair and Tracking of Structural Turnout Gear. – Contractor: Fire Service Management, LLC – Location: 32001 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, MI 48150 – Contract Period: January 6, 2021 through September 30, 2023 – Contract Increase Amount: $100,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $255,000.00 FIRE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/5/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Advanced Cleaning, Repair and Tracking of Structural Turnout Gear. – Contractor: Fire Service Management, LLC – Location: 32001 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, MI 48150 – Contract Period: January 6, 2021 through September 30, 2023 – Contract Increase Amount: $100,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $255,000.00. Fire

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, Frederick Durhal, Sheffiled, and Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

19.2

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6002719-A1 - 100% Street Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for the Right of Way Management Software System. – Contractor: Sada Systems, Inc. – Location: 5250 Lankershim Boulevard, Suite 620, North Hollywood, CA 91601 – Previous Contract Period: June 30, 2020 through June 29, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 29, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $184,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,433,650.00 PUBLIC WORKS  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/5/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% Street Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for the Right of Way Management Software System. – Contractor: Sada Systems, Inc. – Location: 5250 Lankershim Boulevard, Suite 620, North Hollywood, CA 91601 – Previous Contract Period: June 30, 2020 through June 29, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 29, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $184,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,433,650.00. Public Works

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Benson, Frederick Durhal, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

19.3

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6002896-A2  - 100% Major Street Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds to Cover the Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Services Contract. – Contractor: J Ranck Electric, Inc. – Location: 1993 Gover Parkway, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858 – Contract Period: July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023 – Contract Increase Amount: $250,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $3,650,000.00 PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/5/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% Major Street Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds to Cover the Citywide Traffic Signal Maintenance Services Contract. – Contractor: J Ranck Electric, Inc. – Location: 1993 Gover Parkway, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858 – Contract Period: July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023 – Contract Increase Amount: $250,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $3,650,000.00. Public Works

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, Mary Waters, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Coleman Young

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

19.4

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005304 - 100% Major Street Funding –To Provide the Van Dyke Signals Construction. – Contractor: Rauhorn Electric, Inc. – Location: 14140 33 Mile Road, Bruce Township, MI 48065 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $343,754.55 PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/5/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% Major Street Funding –To Provide the Van Dyke Signals Construction. – Contractor: Rauhorn Electric, Inc. – Location: 14140 33 Mile Road, Bruce Township, MI 48065 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $343,754.55. Public Works

  Yeas (9)

  Mary Waters, Coleman Young, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

19.5

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005333 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze. – Contractor: Rowley Brothers, Inc. dba Rowleys Wholesale – Location: 15555 Noecker Way, Southgate, MI 48195 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through April 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $240,372.60 TRANSPORTATION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/5/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% City Funding – To Provide Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze. – Contractor: Rowley Brothers, Inc. dba Rowleys Wholesale – Location: 15555 Noecker Way, Southgate, MI 48195 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through April 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $240,372.60. Transportation

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Coleman Young, Tate, and Mary Waters

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.

NEW BUSINESS

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

20.1

Whitfield-Calloway, An Amended Ordinance

To Amend Chapter 40 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Sales, by adding Article III, Acceptance of Cash by Retail and Food Service Businesses, which shall consists of Sections 40-3-1 through 40-3-6; to set forth the purpose of the Article; to define words and phrases; to set forth the applicability of and exceptions to the Article; and to provide penalties for violations.  (SIX (6) VOTES REQUIRED AND SHALL BE GIVEN IMMEDIATE EFFECT UPON PUBLICATION) ROLL CALL (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/13/23)

CM Whitfield-Calloway: Motion to Take from the Table. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.  

CM Whitfield-Calloway: Motion to place ordinance on the order of 3rd reading and to be read. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

Discussion (Whitfield-Calloway): CM Tate, Sharon Blackman (Law), Graham Anderson (Law), CM Johnson, CM Durhal III, CM Young II, CM Benson

CM Whitfield-Calloway: Motion to Pass Ordinance as submitted. All Council Members (ROLL CALL) in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

CM Whitfield-Calloway: Motion to have the Title of Ordinance confirmed . All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.   

MAYOR'S OFFICE

20.2

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Just Cody LLC (#2023-039), request to hold “ Soulful Saturday or Taste of Detroit” at Hart Plaza on July 15, 2023 and July 16, 2023 from 3:00PM to 12:00 AM.  (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 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.3

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Just Cody, LLC (#2023-043), request to hold “ CVA Festival (Chucks vs Adidas)” at Hart Plaza on July 1, 2023 and July, 2, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.  An annual event with a target audience average age 35 - 55 and Gen X who enjoy mingling, feasting & dancing to hit music from the 70s - 21st century with no racial, cultural or genre boundaries. This year's event will have more of a festival feel showcasing more vendors/artist merchandise and talents from Detroit as well as a professional artist(s) performing on the main stage. (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 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Tate, Sheffiled, Mary Waters, and Coleman Young

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.4

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Cody High Alumni Association (#2023-030), request to hold “Cody High Alumni Annual Picnic” at Stein Field Detroit, MI 48228 on July 29, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 8:00PM.  (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 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Sheffiled, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Coleman Young, Mary Waters, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.5

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Redford High School Alumni (#2023-047),  request to hold “DRHSA All Class Picnic” at Rouge Park- Detroit on July 16, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.  (The Mayor's Office and all other City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Tate, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Angela Whitfield Calloway, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.6

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of City of Detroit Office of Mobility Innovation (OMI) (2023-068), request to hold “Detroit Bike Summit” at Delores Bennett Park (444 Smith St, Detroit, MI 48202) on July 8, 2023 at 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. (The Mayor's Office and all other City of Detroit Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Sheffiled, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Benson, and Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.7

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Museum of African American History (dba: The Charles H. Wright Museum) (#2023-074), request to  hold “African World Festival” at Hart Plaza on 7/14/2023, at 11:00 AM to 11:00PM.  (The Mayor's Office and all other City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Sheffiled, Benson, Tate, Angela Whitfield Calloway, and Latisha Johnson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.8

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Faith Nations City Church (#2023-112), request to hold “ Faith Nations City Church Community Day ” at 18750 Sawyer St. Detroit, MI 48228 on July 22, 2023 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 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 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, Frederick Durhal, and Sheffiled

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.9

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Riverfront Events Inc (#2023-115) request to hold “ 2024 Detroit HydroFest” at Detroit River by Belle Isle Park from July 12, 2024 - July 14, 2024 from 8:00AM to 7:00 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 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Mary Waters, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.10

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of North American Bangladeshi Festival Of Michigan (#2023-170), request to host North American Bangladeshi Festabel Of Michigan on July 28, July 29, and July 30, 2023 from 10am to 10pm.  (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 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Mary Waters, Latisha Johnson, Benson, and Frederick Durhal

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.11

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Umoja Debate Team (#2023-181), request to hold "7-2 Day 5k Walk/Run" on July 1, 2023 from 8:30pm to 1pm. (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 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Tate, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, and Sheffiled

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.12

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Rhonda Walker Foundation (#2023-184), request to host "Rhonda Walker Foundation Give & Get Fit 5K/10K Walk/Run on July 30, 2023 from 5am to 11pm with various street closures.  (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 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Tate, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Coleman Young

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.13

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Greyson Clothiers (#2023-185), request to host "Greyson RMC Store Event" on June 27, 2023 from 6pm to 11pm with street closures at Johnn R (from Woodward to Farmer).  (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 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Sheffiled, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.14

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of African American Islamic institute Michigan Chapter (#2023-188), request to host "Detroit Muslims United Eid al Adha Feast" on July 1, 2023 from 2pm to 9pm.  (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 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, Frederick Durhal, and Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.15

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Williams Park Alliance, Inc. (#2023-193), request to host "Brightmoor Music Series" on July 15, 2023 and July 16, 2023 from 11am to 8pm.  (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 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Benson, and Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

20.16

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3064141  - 100% City Funding – To Provide eCitation Annual Support and Maintenance via MiDeal Contract No. 200000000664. – Contractor: Lexisnexis Coplogic Solutions, Inc. – Location: 1000 Alderman Drive, Johns Creek, GA 30005 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $33,605.00 POLICE  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% City Funding – To Provide eCitation Annual Support and Maintenance via MiDeal Contract No. 200000000664. – Contractor: Lexisnexis Coplogic Solutions, Inc. – Location: 1000 Alderman Drive, Johns Creek, GA 30005 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $33,605.00. Police

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Coleman Young, Sheffiled, and Mary Waters

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.17

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005081 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Program Administrator for Coordinating and Managing Medical and Supportive Services for Low Income, Under Insured and Un-Insured Persons Living with HIV in the Detroit Eligible Metropolitan Area. – Contractor: Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency – Location: 196 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Pontiac, MI 48343 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through February 28, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $2,565,065.24 HEALTH (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Program Administrator for Coordinating and Managing Medical and Supportive Services for Low Income, Under Insured and Un-Insured Persons Living with HIV in the Detroit Eligible Metropolitan Area. – Contractor: Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency – Location: 196 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Pontiac, MI 48343 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through February 28, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $2,565,065.24. Health

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Mary Waters, Coleman Young, Sheffiled, Tate, and Latisha Johnson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.18

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005070 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Services for Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America - Ryan White HIV/Aids Program Parts A and B. – Contractor: Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency – Location: 196 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Pontiac, MI 48343 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through February 28, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $182,363.10 HEALTH  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% Grant Funding – To Provide Services for Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America - Ryan White HIV/Aids Program Parts A and B. – Contractor: Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency – Location: 196 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Pontiac, MI 48343 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through February 28, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $182,363.10. Health

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Sheffiled, and Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.19

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003728-A1 - 100% Federal Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Targeted Support Staffing Services through the CHC Program. – Contractor: Detroit Employment Solutions Corp – Location: 440 E Congress Street, 4th Floor, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: August 1, 2021 through July 31, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: August 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $5,752,244.00 HEALTH (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% Federal Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Targeted Support Staffing Services through the CHC Program. – Contractor: Detroit Employment Solutions Corp – Location: 440 E Congress Street, 4th Floor, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: August 1, 2021 through July 31, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: August 1, 2023 through May 31, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $5,752,244.00. Health

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Frederick Durhal, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Benson, and Latisha Johnson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.20

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005210 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Media Strategist for Planning and Buying Services for the Health Department and Other Grant Funded City Departments. – Contractor: Emerald Media, LLC – Location: 440 Burrough Street, Suite 134, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through April 17, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $2,000,000.00 HEALTH (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council. Majority Council Members in favor (6-3). Whitfield-Calloway, Johnson, Tate Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 6-3
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% Grant Funding – To Provide a Media Strategist for Planning and Buying Services for the Health Department and Other Grant Funded City Departments. – Contractor: Emerald Media, LLC – Location: 440 Burrough Street, Suite 134, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through April 17, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $2,000,000.00. Health

  Yeas (6)	Benson, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Mary Waters, and Coleman Young
  Nays (3)	Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (6 to 3)

20.21

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005375 - 100% Metro Funding (Public Act 48 2002 Fund) – To Provide Downtown Sidewalk Improvements. – Contractor: Major Contracting Group, Inc. / Gayanga Co. (Joint Venture) – Location: 12222 Greenfield Road, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $6,348,335.46 PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  100% Metro Funding (Public Act 48 2002 Fund) – To Provide Downtown Sidewalk Improvements. – Contractor: Major Contracting Group, Inc. / Gayanga Co. (Joint Venture) – Location: 12222 Greenfield Road, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $6,348,335.46. Public Works

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Tate, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, and Sheffiled

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.22

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003974-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds to Supply Portable Toilets for General Services, Recreations, Transportation and Police Departments throughout the City. – Contractor: Parkway Services, Inc. – Location: 2876 Tyler Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48198 – Previous Contract Period: October 23, 2021 through December 15, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $321,960.00 – Total Contract Amount: $801,960.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. Majority Council Members in favor (8-1). Whitfield-Calloway Objection. Motion Carried.     Calloway objection

• 8-1
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  Yeas (8)	Benson, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, Mary Waters, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Coleman Young
  Nays (1)	Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (8 to 1)

20.23

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005312 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Fire Boat Maintenance and Repair Service, Labor and/or Parts. – Contractor: R & R Fire Truck Repair, Inc. – Location: 751 Doheny, Northville, MI 48167 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $150,001.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% City Funding – To Provide Fire Boat Maintenance and Repair Service, Labor and/or Parts. – Contractor: R & R Fire Truck Repair, Inc. – Location: 751 Doheny, Northville, MI 48167 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $150,001.00. General Services

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.24

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005232 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Services to Design and Construct a New Bandshell at Palmer Park Using the Existing Trusses from the State Fair Grounds. – Contractor: LLP Construction Services, Inc. – Location: 1800 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48216 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $2,982,434.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Services to Design and Construct a New Bandshell at Palmer Park Using the Existing Trusses from the State Fair Grounds. – Contractor: LLP Construction Services, Inc. – Location: 1800 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48216 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $2,982,434.00. General Services

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Tate, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, and Latisha Johnson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.25

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005280 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide the Construction of a New Gymnasium for the Farwell Recreation Center. – Contractor: DeAngelis Diamond Construction, LLC – Location: 3955 Orchard Hill Place, Suite 235, Novi, MI 48375 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $3,674,417.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% ARPA Funding – To Provide the Construction of a New Gymnasium for the Farwell Recreation Center. – Contractor: DeAngelis Diamond Construction, LLC – Location: 3955 Orchard Hill Place, Suite 235, Novi, MI 48375 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $3,674,417.00. General Services

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Sheffiled, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Tate, Coleman Young, and Mary Waters

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.26

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005332 - 100% Solid Waste Funding – To Provide the Rental of Two (2) Front End Loaders. – Contractor: Herc Rentals, Inc. – Location: 29125 Smith Road, Romulus, MI 48174 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 5, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $200,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. Majority Council Members in favor (7-2). Sheffield, Whitfield-Calloway Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 7-2
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% Solid Waste Funding – To Provide the Rental of Two (2) Front End Loaders. – Contractor: Herc Rentals, Inc. – Location: 29125 Smith Road, Romulus, MI 48174 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 5, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $200,000.00. General Services

  Yeas (7)	Benson, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Tate, Mary Waters, and Coleman Young
  Nays (2)	Angela Whitfield Calloway, and Sheffiled

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (7 to 2)

20.27

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004126-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Event Rental Equipment. – Contractor: Pegasus Entertainment, Inc. – Location: 22008 Eight Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48033 – Contract Period: February 1, 2022 through February 1, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $150,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $350,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. Majority Council Members in favor (8-1). Whitfield-Calloway Objection. Motion Carried.    

• 8-1
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Event Rental Equipment. – Contractor: Pegasus Entertainment, Inc. – Location: 22008 Eight Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48033 – Contract Period: February 1, 2022 through February 1, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $150,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $350,000.00. General Services

  Yeas (8)	Benson, Latisha Johnson, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Mary Waters, Tate, Coleman Young, and Frederick Durhal
  Nays (1)	Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (8 to 1)

20.28

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004699 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Design-Build Services for the Buildout of DoIT Records Management within 1180 Oakman Boulevard Facility. – Contractor: Keo and Associates, Inc. – Location: 18286 Wyoming, Detroit, MI 48221 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $311,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Design-Build Services for the Buildout of DoIT Records Management within 1180 Oakman Boulevard Facility. – Contractor: Keo and Associates, Inc. – Location: 18286 Wyoming, Detroit, MI 48221 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $311,000.00. General Services

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Latisha Johnson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.29

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005207 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Design and Engineering Services for the Arts Alley Initiative Phase 2 to Transform Four (4) Residential and Commercial Alleys Across Detroit. – Contractor: Orchard Hiltz & McCliment, Inc. dba OHM Advisors – Location: 1145 Griswold Street, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $355,100.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Design and Engineering Services for the Arts Alley Initiative Phase 2 to Transform Four (4) Residential and Commercial Alleys Across Detroit. – Contractor: Orchard Hiltz & McCliment, Inc. dba OHM Advisors – Location: 1145 Griswold Street, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $355,100.00. General Services

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Mary Waters, and Latisha Johnson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.30

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005267 - 100% Solid Waste Funding – To Provide the Rental of Five (5) Dump Trucks with Grapple Bucket Loaders. – Contractor: Big Truck Rental, LLC – Location: 4221 W. Boy Scout Boulevard, Suite 400, Tampa, FL 33607 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $500,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% Solid Waste Funding – To Provide the Rental of Five (5) Dump Trucks with Grapple Bucket Loaders. – Contractor: Big Truck Rental, LLC – Location: 4221 W. Boy Scout Boulevard, Suite 400, Tampa, FL 33607 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $500,000.00. General Services

  Waiver of Reconsideration Requested

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.31

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005351 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Street Tree Planting City Wide. – Contractor: Payne Landscaping, Inc. – Location: 7635 E. Davison, Detroit, MI 48212 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 10, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $412,500.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  100% City Funding – To Provide Street Tree Planting City Wide. – Contractor: Payne Landscaping, Inc. – Location: 7635 E. Davison, Detroit, MI 48212 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 10, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $412,500.00. General Services

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Coleman Young, Sheffiled, and Mary Waters

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.32

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005224 -  61% City - 39% Capital Funding – To Provide Crockett Park Improvements. – Contractor: Michigan Recreational Construction – Location: 18631 Conant, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through April 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $65,500.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  61% City - 39% Capital Funding – To Provide Crockett Park Improvements. – Contractor: Michigan Recreational Construction – Location: 18631 Conant, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through April 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $65,500.00. Health

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Frederick Durhal, Sheffiled, and Coleman Young

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

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

20.33

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 Emerging Threats – Hepatitis C 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 2023 Emerging Threats – Hepatitis C Grant, in the amount of $30,000.00. There is no match requirement. This grant was approved by Council in the adopted budget. This funding will increase appropriation 21045 by $29,611.00. This appropriation was previously approved in the amount of $110,000.00, and will be increased to a total of $139,611.00.)(REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.    

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  Request to accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 Emerging Threats – Hepatitis C 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 2023 Emerging Threats – Hepatitis C Grant, in the amount of $30,000.00. There is no match requirement. This grant was approved by Council in the adopted budget. This funding will increase appropriation 21045 by $29,611.00. This appropriation was previously approved in the amount of $110,000.00, and will be increased to a total of $139,611.00.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Mary Waters, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Benson, Sheffiled, and Frederick Durhal

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.34

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept an Increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 Oral Health Kindergarten Assessment Program 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 2023 Oral Health Kindergarten Assessment Program Grant, in the amount of $34,252.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21214, previously approved in the amount of $95,694.00, by council on October 11, 2022, to a total of $129,946.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  Request to accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 Oral Health Kindergarten Assessment Program 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 2023 Oral Health Kindergarten Assessment Program Grant, in the amount of $34,252.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21214, previously approved in the amount of $95,694.00, by council on October 11, 2022, to a total of $129,946.00.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Benson, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, and Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.35

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 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 2023 Public Health Emergency Preparedness - Cities Readiness Initiatives Grant, in the amount of $72,106.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21032, previously approved in the amount of $269,556.00, by council on February 28, 2022, to a total of $341,662.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  Request to accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 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 2023 Public Health Emergency Preparedness - Cities Readiness Initiatives Grant, in the amount of $72,106.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21032, previously approved in the amount of $269,556.00, by council on February 28, 2022, to a total of $341,662.00.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.36

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program 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 2023 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Grant, in the amount of $200,000.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21212, previously approved in the amount of $200,000.00 by council on October 11, 2022, to a total of $400,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  Request to accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program 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 2023 Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Grant, in the amount of $200,000.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21212, previously approved in the amount of $200,000.00 by council on October 11, 2022, to a total of $400,000.00.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Sheffiled, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Latisha Johnson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.37

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 Southeast Michigan Infant Vitality Grant.  (The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded an increase in appropriation to the City of Detroit Health Department for FY 2023 Southeast Michigan Infant Vitality Grant, in the amount of $25,000.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21215, previously approved in the amount of $25,000.00, by council on October 11, 2022, to a total of $50,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  Request to accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2023 Southeast Michigan Infant Vitality Grant. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded an increase in appropriation to the City of Detroit Health Department for FY 2023 Southeast Michigan Infant Vitality Grant, in the amount of $25,000.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21215, previously approved in the amount of $25,000.00, by council on October 11, 2022, to a total of $50,000.00.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Mary Waters, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Sheffiled, and Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.38

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice for the FY 2023 Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative Grant.  (The Health Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice for the FY 2023 Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative Grant. The amount being sought is $2,000,000.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $2,000,000.00.)  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  Authorization to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice for the FY 2023 Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative Grant. The Health Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Justice for the FY 2023 Community Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative Grant. The amount being sought is $2,000,000.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $2,000,000.00.

  Yeas (9)

  Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Frederick Durhal, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Coleman Young, Tate, and Mary Waters

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.39

Santiago-Romero  reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), for the Michigan Brownfield Redevelopment Program.  (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 Michigan Brownfield Redevelopment Program. The amount being sought is $1,000,000.00. There is no required match.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), for the Michigan Brownfield Redevelopment Program. 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 Michigan Brownfield Redevelopment Program. The amount being sought is $1,000,000.00. There is no required match.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.40

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the FY 2023 Recycling Infrastructure Grant Program. (The Department of Public Works is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the FY 2023 Recycling Infrastructure Grant Program. The amount being sought is $227,840.00. The State share is $227,840.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $56,960.00. The total project cost is $284,800.00.)  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the FY 2023 Recycling Infrastructure Grant Program. The Department of Public Works is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the FY 2023 Recycling Infrastructure Grant Program. The amount being sought is $227,840.00. The State share is $227,840.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $56,960.00. The total project cost is $284,800.00.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Tate, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Angela Whitfield Calloway, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.41

Young, reso. autho.

Submitting reso. autho. Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2022-2023 Wayne County Park Millage Intergovernmental Agreement Grant.  (Wayne County has awarded the City of Detroit General Services Department with the FY 2022-2023 Wayne County Park Millage Intergovernmental Agreement Grant for a total of $280,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $280,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

  Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2022-2023 Wayne County Park Millage Intergovernmental Agreement Grant. Wayne County has awarded the City of Detroit General Services Department with the FY 2022-2023 Wayne County Park Millage Intergovernmental Agreement Grant for a total of $280,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $280,000.00.

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Mary Waters, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

20.42

Young, reso. autho.

Request for authorization to acquire 4 vacant parcels from the Detroit Land Bank Authority for the expansion of parks and greenway.  (The City of Detroit (“City”), by and through the General Service Department/Parks and Recreation Division (“DPR”), is hereby requesting the authorization of your Honorable Body to acquire 4 vacant parcels (“Acquisition Parcel”) from the Detroit Land Bank Authority (“DLBA”) for park/greenway expansions.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23).

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

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  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, Tate, Benson, and Angela Whitfield Calloway

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

20.43

Young, reso. autho.

Request for authorization to acquire one (1) parcel from the Detroit Land Bank Authority for the creation of Tireman-Minock Park.  (The City of Detroit (“City”), by and through the General Service Department/Parks and Recreation Division (“DPR”), is hereby requesting the authorization of your Honorable Body to acquire a certain vacant parcel (“Acquisition Parcel”) from the Detroit Land Bank Authority (“DLBA”) for the creation of a new community park.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/8/23)

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Coleman Young

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  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Tate, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Benson, and Frederick Durhal

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

20.44

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of IKE Smart City (#2023-201), request for approval of the twenty-one (21) proposed locations for the installation of digital interactive kiosks to be installed within the City of Detroit public right of way. (All proposed locations are subject to a review by the Department of Public Works: City Engineering Division for permitting and encroachment.)  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6/12/2023)

CM Santiago-Romero: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Gabriela Santiago-Romero

  SUMMARY:

  Yeas (9)

  Coleman Young, Mary Waters, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Frederick Durhal, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Latisha Johnson, Sheffiled, Tate, and Benson

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

RESOLUTIONS

20.45

Johnson, Amended reso. autho.

Resolution In Support of The Amendments To The Executive Organization Plan. 

CM Johnson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

21.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

22.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL

22.1

Submitting report relative to

Request For Opinion On The Correct Interpretation Of The Usage And The Assessment Of Executive Order Compliance Fees. (The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) conducted a Performance Audit of the Department of Civil Rights, Inclusion, and Opportunity Compliance Fee Dollars. The audit focuses on the related activities performed by the following entities and agencies)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections.

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICER OF THE ASSESSOR

22.2

Submitting reso. autho.

The Anchor at Mariners Inn Limited Dividend Housing Association Limited Partnership - Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). (The Mariners Inn and Cinnaire Solutions have formed The Anchor at Mariners Inn Limited Dividend Housing Association Limited Partnership (the "LDHA") in order to develop the Project known as Mariners Inn.  The LDHA owns Unit 2 of the Mariners Inn Condominium, a mixed-use new construction development structured as seven (7) separate condominium units. Units 1-3 are in one four-story building.  Units 4-7 encompass the parking lot and existing buildings on the property site.  Unit 2 consists of seventy (70) living units in an area bounded by Ledyard on the north, Cass on the east, Henry on the south and Second on the west. The Project will include thirty (30) 1-bed, 1-bath five hundred (500) square foot apartments with free parking.  There will also be an additional floor of forty (40) studio units at two-hundred sixty (260) square feet that will be dedicated to short-term recovery housing.  The site will also include first-floor Cass-facing four thousand four hundred (4,400) square feet of commercial space.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections.

MISCELLANEOUS

22.3

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum relative to Establishing Fines for Businesses Operating Without a License and Auditing Gas Stations Receipts.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections.

23.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

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

23.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the 2023 Simon Foundation Grant.  (The Donald R. and Esther Simon Foundation has awarded the City of Detroit Law Department with the 2023 Simon Foundation Grant for a total of $50,000.00 to support Project Clean Slate. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $50,000.00.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections.

MISCELLANEOUS

23.2

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting a memorandum relative to Requesting a Recommendation on Industry Standards Board Appointment Process.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections.

24.

NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE

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

MAYOR'S OFFICE

24.1

Submitting Mayor's Office Coordinator's Report

Petition of An Fior Consulting Group (#2023-190), request to host "Backwoods & Bonfires" on June 24, 2023 from 2pm to 10pm at The Russell Event Center.  The Backwoods & Bonfires Music Festival 2022 will feature some of the very best local and national acts! There will be 3 STAGES, Multipule adult bouncy houses, live artwork, food, talented artists, DJs and so much more.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) 

Discussion (Young): Arthur Rushton (BSEED), CP Sheffield, CM Durhal II

CM Young: Motion to Walk On to New Business.(0-9) All Council Members Object. Motion Fails  

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

24.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005292 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Summer Day Camp Programming Services. – Contractor: Word In Action Christian Center – Location: 19760 Meyers, Detroit, MI 48235 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2023 – Total Contract Amount: $50,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

24.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005293 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Summer Day Camp Programming Services. – Contractor: Embrace Sportz – Location: 2054 Hyde Park Drive, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2023 – Total Contract Amount: $50,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

24.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005294 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Summer Day Camp Programming Services. – Contractor: Rosedale Park Baptist Church – Location: 14179 Evergreen Street, Detroit, MI 48219 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2023 – Total Contract Amount: $100,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

24.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005295 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Summer Day Camp Programming Services. – Contractor: Fit 4Life Health and Fitness, LLC – Location: 19522 West McNichols, Detroit, MI 48219 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2023 – Total Contract Amount: $100,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections

25.

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

25.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004047-A3 - 100% CDBG Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Increase of Funds and Amendment of Scope for Public Facility Rehabilitation. – Contractor: Latin Americas for Social and Economic Development – Location: 4138 Vernor Highway Detroit, MI, 48209 – Contract Period: November 23, 2021 through September 30, 2023 – Contract Increase Amount: $165,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $525,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005253 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Payment for Contraction and Administrative Costs on the Joseph Campau Project Phase 2. – Contractor: Economic Development Corporation of The City of Detroit – Location: 500 Griswold, Suite 2200, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through August 31, 2023 – Total Contract Amount: $101,817.66 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3066545 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Metal Screens and Doors to Secure Homes Renovated by the Bridging Neighborhoods Program. – Contractor: Door and Window Guard Systems, Inc. – Location: 8770 W Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60631 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $26,000.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005367 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Full Renovations to a Bridging Neighborhoods Program Property Located at 7432 Ashton Street. – Contractor: VR Homes – Location: 2510 S. Telegraph Road, Suite L#188, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $126,500.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

25.5

Submitting report and Proposed Ordinance

To amendment Chapter 50, of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, by amending Article XVII, Zoning District Maps, Section 50-17-46, District Map No. 44, to revise the zoning classification for the block bounded by Selden Avenue to the north, Eighteenth Street to the east, Magnolia Avenue to the south, and Humboldt Avenue to the west from the existing PD Planned Development District zoning classification to the R5 Medium Density Residential District zoning classification and to revise zoning classification for the lot commonly known as 2640 Michigan Avenue from the existing R3 Low Density Residential District zoning classification to the B4 General Business District zoning classification. (FOR INTRODUCTION AND SETTING OF A PUBLIC HEARING?)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

25.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the Michigan Housing Opportunities Promoting Energy Efficiency. (MI-HOPE) Grant. (The Michigan State Housing Development Authority has awarded the City of Detroit Housing and Revitalization Department with the Michigan Housing Opportunities Promoting Energy Efficiency (MI-HOPE/Renew Detroit State) Grant for a total of $15,000,000.00. There is no match requirement.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

25.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 11793 Glenfield.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from The Wright’s of Gratiot, LLC (“Purchaser”), a Michigan limited liability company, to purchase certain City-owned real property at 11793 Glenfield (the “Property”) for the purchase price of Eighteen Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($18,500.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 15242, 15246, and 15250 Fenkell. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Woods Collective LLC (“Purchaser”), a Michigan limited liability company, to purchase certain City-owned real property at 15242, 15246, and 15250 Fenkell (the “Properties”)for the purchase price of Twenty Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty and 00/100 Dollars ($20,750.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 15744, 15750, and 15756 Livernois. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from the General Baker Institute (the “Purchaser”), a Michigan non-profit corporation, to purchase certain City-owned real property at 15744, 15750, and 15756 Livernois (the “Properties”) for the purchase price of Nineteen Thousand Seven Hundred Forty and 00/100 Dollars ($19,740.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 3139 and 3149 Wabash. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Steve M. Johnson Jr. (“Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 3139 and 3149 Wabash (the “Properties”) for the purchase price of Forty-One Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($41,000.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 5629, 5633, and 5637 Livernois. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Tabarek Alshafey (“Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 5629, 5633, and 5637 Livernois (the “Properties”) for the purchase price of Nine Thousand Four Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($9,400.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 7303, 7311, 7319, and 7329 W. Warren.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from House 2 House Real Estate Inc (“Purchaser”), a Michigan for-profit corporation, to purchase certain City-owned real property at 7303, 7311, 7319, and 7329 W. Warren (the “Properties”) for the purchase price of Twenty-Four Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($24,000.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

25.13

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 935 Louisiana.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Session & Son, LLC (“Purchaser”), a Michigan limited liability company, to purchase certain City-owned real property at 935 Louisiana (the “Property”) for the purchase price of Thirty-Nine Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($39,000.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

26.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3065185 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Parts and Service for EMS Power Cots. – Contractor: Stryker Sales, LLC – Location: 3800 E Centre Avenue, Portage, MI 49002 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $51,676.60 FIRE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6002386-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for CLEAR Licenses. – Contractor: West Publishing Corporation dba West, a Thomson Reuters Business – Location: 610 Opperman Drive, Eagan, MN 55123 – Previous Contract Period: July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $174,704.00 – Total Contract Amount: $565,879.64 POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.3

Submitting amended reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003372-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for (1) Year for the Operation and Maintenance of the Detroit People Mover and the Transit Police. – Contractor: Detroit Transportation Corp – Location: 535 Griswold Street, Suite 400, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $10,970,561.00 – Total Contract Amount: $30,101,683.00. TRANSPORTATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005337 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Cardiac Supplies for EMS Vehicles. – Contractor: Stryker Sales, LLC – Location: 3800 E Centre Avenue, Portage, MI 49002 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $417,468.00 FIRE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005358 - 100% City Funding – To Provide ADA Complementary Paratransit Services. – Contractor: Moe Transportation, LLC – Location: 17515 W Nine Mile Road, Suite 510, Northland Center, MI 48075 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $12,822,786.06 TRANSPORTATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005361 - 100% City Funding – To Provide ADA Complementary Paratransit Services. – Contractor: Delray United Action Council – Location: 275 W Grand Boulevard, Suite D, Detroit, MI 48216 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2028 – Total Contract Amount: $3,205,672.35. TRANSPORTATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004909 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Fiduciary and Management Services (Ryan White Program). – Contractor: Southeastern Michigan Health Assoc – Location: 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through February 28, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $1,000,000.00 HEALTH

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004932 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Fiduciary and Management Services (Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS). – Contractor: Southeastern Michigan Health Assoc – Location: 3011 West Grand Boulevard, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 31, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $10,000,000.00 HEALTH

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005368 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Nozzles, Hose, and Truck Fittings, Repair Parts and Labor. – Contractor: R & R Fire Truck Repair, Inc. – Location: 751 Doheny, Northville, MI 48167 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $120,000.00 FIRE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

26.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005369 - 100% CIty Funding – To Provide Ladders, Ladder Repair, Parts and Labor. – Contractor: R & R Fire Truck Repair, Inc. – Location: 751 Doheny, Northville, MI 48167 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $180,000.00 FIRE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

LAW DEPARTMENT

26.11

Submitting report relative to

Proposed Amendment to Rental Requirements Ordinance/Just Cause Eviction. (The Law Department has submitted a privileged and confidential memorandum regarding the above –referenced matter.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

DEPARTMENT OF APPEALS AND HEARINGS

26.12

Submitting report relative to

Dangerous Buildings Findings and Orders for June 2^nd, 2023.  (The Department of Appeals and Hearings (DAH) has filed the findings and demolition orders of the Hearing Officer for the Dangerous Buildings hearings held on June 2^nd, 2023, in accordance with Section 8-17-24(d) of the 2019 Detroit City Code.  These matters are to be scheduled for a show cause hearing before City Council not less than 30 days after the date of hearing.  See City Code Section 8-17-25(a).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

26.13

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Metro Sports Commission (#2023-219), request to install 37 banners around Ford Field, 16 banners on Washington Boulevard from Jefferson to Congress, 23 banners on Jefferson Avenue from Randolph to Beaubien and 18 banners on Campus Martius for special event WWE Summer Slam. (The Department of Public Works, Traffic Engineering Division received the above referenced petition. This department has no objections to the placement of banners, provided that the banner installation is in compliance with the banner policy adopted by your Honorable Body on November 30, 2001, and subject to the the following conditions.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. 

27.

CONSENT AGENDA

-NONE-

28.

MEMBER REPORTS

-SUSPENDED-

29.

ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE

30.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CLERK

30.1

Report on approval of proceedings by the Mayor.

31.

TESTIMONIAL RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL PRIVILEGE

31.1

Benson, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution In Memoriam for Geraldine Eloise Carter.

CM Benson: Motion to give Approval by Council. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried. 

• 9-0
  Motion made by Benson

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  Yeas (9)

  Mary Waters, Coleman Young, Sheffiled, Latisha Johnson, Frederick Durhal, Benson, Angela Whitfield Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, and Tate

  vote Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded
  Approved (9 to 0)

32.

WALK ONS

32.1

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of National Association for the Advancement of Colored People - Detroit Branch  (#2022-358), request to hang two (2) banners in public right-of-ways to celebrate and promote the 60th Anniversary of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Walk to Freedom from June 19, 2023 until June 20, 2023 at Woodward Avenue & State Street.(The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) 

CM Young: Motion to Walk ON to New Business. All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.

CM Young: Motion to give Approval by Council (with Waiver). All Council Members in favor (9-0). No Objections. Motion Carried.