MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 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

 

Ms. Cindy Golden

Asst. City Council Committee Clerk

           

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1.

ROLL CALL

BENSON, JOHNSON, SANTIAGO-ROMERO,WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY, SHEFFIELD(5)

2.

APPROVAL OF JOURNAL OF LAST SESSION

THE JOURNAL OF THE SESSION OF TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 WAS APPROVED (5)

3.

RECONSIDERATIONS

4.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

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:

BOARD OF REVIEW

6.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Amending The 2024 Homeowners Property Exemption. (This communication is to bring to your attention to a change in state statute that now allows local municipalities to review a prior year’s poverty exemption application in accordance with MCL 211.7u provided the homeowner has not previously filed and was denied.)

REFERRED TO BFA 8-0

*Members Tate, Durhal, and Waters entered (8)

Member Young was not present

6.2

Submitting reso. autho.

2025 Homeowner Property Exemption (HOPE) Policy and Guidelines in accordance with MCL 211.7u. (The Board of Review is a nine (9)-member board appointed by this Honorable Body to act on matters relative to assessments within the jurisdiction of the City of Detroit. The purpose of this communication is to establish through the adoption by resolution the 2025 “Homeowners Property Exemption” (HOPE) Guidelines and Process for the Property Assessment Board of Review to act in accordance with MCL 211.7u.)

REFERRED  BFA 8-0

Member Young was not present

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

6.3

Submitting report related to:

Monthly Financial Report for the Two Months Ended August 31, 2024. (The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) respectfully submits its City of Detroit Financial Report for the Two Months ended August 31, 2024.)

REFERRED TO BFA 8-0

Member Young was not present

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF BUDGET

6.4

Submitting report relative to

Fiscal Impact of Amendments to Chapter 31 of the Detroit City Code – Misdemeanor Violations. (Please see attached Fiscal Impact Statement prepared by the Office of Budget for the above referenced item, pursuant to CFO Directive 2018-101-029: Fiscal Impact Statements.)

REFERRED TO BFA 8-0

Member Young was not present

6.5

Submitting report relative to

Fiscal Impact of Amendment to the Rental Ordinance (Chapter 8 of the 2019 Detroit City Code). (Please see attached Fiscal Impact Statement prepared by the Office of Budget for the above referenced item, pursuant to CFO Directive 2018-101-029: Fiscal Impact Statements.)

REFERRED TO BFA 8-0

Member Young was not present

OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK/CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

6.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate Applications for 23 new condominium units in the Pullman Parc Neighborhood Enterprise Zone area (RECOMMEND APPROVAL). (The office of the City Planning Commission (CPC) has received 23 applications requesting Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificates for new for-sale condominium units.)

REFERRED TO BFA 8-0

Member Young was not present

MISCELLANEOUS

6.7

Council Member Angela Whitfield-Calloway

Submitting memorandum relative to request for a report concerning a proposed vacant house tax (VHT).  

REFERRED TO BFA 8-0

Member Young was not present

6.8

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum relative to Amendment to Payment In Lieu of Taxes Ordinance.

REFERRED TO BFA 8-0

Member Young was not present

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. 6005446-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Services to Reduce Violent Crime in the City of Detroit through Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Tactics. – Contractor: Detroit 300 C.A.T., LLC – Location: 19418 Rosemont Avenue, Detroit, MI 48219 – Previous Contract Period: June 12, 2023 through October 31, 2024 - Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through July 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Amended Contract Amount: $1,400,000.00. LAW

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

7.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005401-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Services to Reduce Violent Crime in the City of Detroit through Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Tactics. – Contractor: Detroit Friends and Family – Location: 250 East Harbortown, #1008, Detroit, MI 48207 – Previous Contract Period: July 1, 2023 through July 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $175,000.00 – Total Amended Contract Amount: $1,575,000.00. LAW

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

 

7.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005402-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Amend Contract Terms and Conditions for Services to Reduce Violent Crime in the City of Detroit through Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Tactics. – Contractor: Detroit Peoples Community – Location: 15354 Piedmont, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: July 1, 2023 through July 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Amended Contract Amount: $1,400,000.00. LAW

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

7.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005412-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Services to Reduce Violent Crime in the City of Detroit through Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Tactics. – Contractor: New Era Community Connection – Location: 17301 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48221 – Contract Period: July 1, 2023 through July 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $175,000.00 – Total Amended Contract Amount: $1,525,000.00. LAW

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

7.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005413-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Services to Reduce Violent Crime in the City of Detroit through Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Tactics. – Contractor: Force Detroit – Location: 2727 Second Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201 – Contract Period: July 1, 2023 through July 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $525,000.00 – Total Amended Contract Amount: $1,925,000.00. LAW

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

LAW DEPARTMENT

7.6

Submitting report and Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 23 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Human Rights, Article I, Generally, by amending Section 23-1-2, Definitions, to define “race” as inclusive of traits historically associated with race. (FOR THE INTRODUCTION AND THE SETTING OF A PUBLIC HEARING?)

REFERRED TO IOS 8-0

Member Young was not present

OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL

7.7

Submitting report relative to

The OIG is submitting its 2024 Third Quarter Report. (It is my pleasure to submit the first quarterly report under my young tenure. I was sworn in as the 3rd Inspector General on August 26th. Serving my city in this capacity is an honor of a lifetime. I look forward to continuing the legacy of tenacious and professional oversight for the City of Detroit.)

REFERRED TO IOS 8-0

Member Young was not present

MISCELLANEOUS

7.8

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting memorandum relative to Request for Opinion on the Potential Impacts of Proposal S.

REFERRED TO IOS 8-0

Member Young was not present

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. 6006697 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Program Supplies for Recreation Centers. – Contractor: S & S Worldwide, Inc. – Location: 75 Mill Street, Coldchester, CT 06415 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $120,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

REFERRED TO NCS 8-0

Member Young was not present

8.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006734 - 100% City Funding – To provide Private Tree Removal and Tree Trimming Services – Contractor: J-Mac Tree & Debris, LLC- Location: 14390 Wyoming Street, Detroit, MI 48238 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 14, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $1,000,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

REFERRED TO NCS 8-0

Member Young was not present

8.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006743 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Private Tree Removal and Tree Trimming Services. – Contractor: Grays Outdoor Services, LLC – Location: 30850 Brown Street, Garden City, MI 48135 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 14, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $2,000,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

REFERRED TO NCS 8-0

Member Young was not present

8.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006744 - 100% City Funding – To provide Private Tree Removal and Tree Trimming Services - Contractor: Rainbow Tree & Lawn Service, LLC- Location: 8118 Bliss Street, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 14, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $1,000,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

REFERRED TO NCS 8-0

Member Young was not present

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

8.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to Seek MDNR Approval of Conversions of Use of Three City Parks. (The General Services Department - Parks and Recreation ("GSD/DPR") is seeking your Honorable Body's approval to execute and submit an application to the State of Michigan Department of Natural Resources (the "MDNR") for approval of the City's prior conversion of Wick Park, Wigle Field, and Brush-Adelaide Playground (the "City Properties") from their prior recreational use to their present non-recreational uses.)

REFERRED TO NCS 8-0

Member Young was not present

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. 6006216-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Program Administration of a Neighborhood Opportunities Funds Programs. – Contractor: SP Grace, LLC – Location: 440 Burroughs, Suite 110, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $200,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $2,150,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

REFERRED TO PED 8-0

Member Young was not present

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

9.2

Submitting report relative to

Transfer of Jurisdiction, Surplus, and Sale of Real Property (w/ Reverter) 14150 Greenfield. (The City of Detroit, Public Lighting Department (“PLD”) has recently requested that the Finance Department transfer jurisdiction of certain City-owned real property known as 14150 Greenfield, Detroit, MI (the “Property”) to the Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) to administer as surplus real property.)

REFERRED TO PED 8-0

Member Young was not present

9.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to Acquire Real Property at 3071 14th St from Christopher Burcham and Sale Real Property at 3344, 3352 and 3360 14th St to BUILDING I, L.L.C. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) wishes to purchase certain real property at 3071 14th St (the “Acquisition Property”) from Christopher Burcham (the “Seller”) for the purchase price of Fifty-Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($55,000.00). P&DD has also received an offer from BUILDING I, L.L.C., a Michigan limited liability company (the “Purchaser), which is owned by Christopher Burcham to purchase certain City-owned real property at 3344, 3352 and 3360 14th St (the “Sale Property”) for the purchase price of Sixty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($60,000).)

REFERRED TO PED 8-0

Member Young was not present

MISCELLANEOUS

9.4

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum relative to Resolution Request – Modifications to DLBA MOU on BuyBack Program.

REFERRED TO PED 8-0

Member Young was not present

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. 6006502 - 100% ARPA – To Provide Design-Build Service for the Design, Engineering, and Construction/Renovation to the Mt. Elliott Senior Community Center for the Neighboring Community. – Contractor: DMC Consultants, Inc. – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $3,643,687.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006503 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Engineering Consulting Services Reimbursable by FAA. – Contractor: Kimley-Horn of Michigan, Inc. – Location: 1000 Town Center, Suite 1900, Southfield, MI 48075 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 21, 2029 – Total Contract Amount: $4,000,000.00. AIRPORT

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006704 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Maintenance and Repair Services to Dodge Fountain. – Contractor: The Water Works-Waterguard, Inc, dba, Fountains by Water Works. – Location: 17502 Hidden Garden Lane, Ashton, MD 20861 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $735,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3070721 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 3700 Ellery. – Contractor: LeadHead Construction, LLC – Location: 735 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $27,725.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3074318 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Commercial Property, 1020 Lawndale with Basement Backfill. – Contractor: Homrich Wrecking, Inc dba Homrich – Location: 3033 Bourke Street, Detroit, MI 48238 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $112,186.68. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3076052 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 5409 Canton. – Contractor: LeadHead Construction, LLC – Location: 735 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $36,075.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3076389 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 1925 Leslie. – Contractor: LeadHead Construction, LLC – Location: 735 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $39,150.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3076467 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 3673 Livernois. – Contractor: LeadHead Construction, LLC – Location: 735 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $36,685.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3077346 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 5715 Grandy. – Contractor: LeadHead Construction, LLC – Location: 735 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $29,008.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3078526 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Commercial Property, 19177 John R with Basement Backfill. – Contractor: Adamo Demolition Company – Location: 320 East Seven Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48203 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $190,708.82. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3078527 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Commercial Property, 2124 Vinewood. – Contractor: Homrich Wrecking, Inc dba Homrich – Location: 3033 Bourke Street, Detroit, MI 48238 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $107,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3078629– 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Commercial Property, 13200 La Salle Blvd with Basement Backfill. – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18715 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $298,131.10. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.13

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004789-A3 - 100% Grant Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Dental Clinical Services to Eligible Persons within the City’s Service Area. – Contractor: My Community Dental Centers – Location: 5555 Conner Street, Detroit, MI 48213 – Previous Contract Period: October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through September 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $95,694.00 – Total Contract Amount: $351,334.00. HEALTH

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.14

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005232-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for 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. dba LLP Services, Inc. – Location: 1800 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48216 – Contract Period: June 13, 2023 through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $585,650.51 – Total Contract Amount: $3,568,084.51. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.15

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006731 - 100% City Funding – To Provide services to support the City's blight removal efforts through minor construction, debris-related, and other general services. – Contractor: Premier Group Associates LC, – Location: 2221 Bellevue Street, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $350,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.16

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006745 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Roof and Window Replacements for Qualifying Detroit Residents selected for the Renew Detroit Home Repair Program. – Contractor: 1-800-Hansons, LLC – Location: 977 E. 14 Mile Rd., Troy, MI 48083 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through September 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $1,580,853.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PED 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.17

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006746 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Roof and Window Replacements for Qualifying Detroit Residents selected for the Renew Detroit Home Repair Program. – Contractor: LGC Global, Inc. – Location: 7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through September 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $1,580,852.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PED 8-0

Member Young was not present

DEPARTMENT OF APPEALS AND HEARINGS

10.18

Submitting report relative to

Dangerous Buildings Findings and Orders for September 27, 2024. (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 September 27,2024, 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).)

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.19

Submitting report relative to 

Dangerous Buildings Findings and Orders for October 11, 2024.  (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 October 11, 2024 in accordance with Section 8-17-24(d) of the 2019 Detroit City Code.)

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

10.20

Submitting report and Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 4 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Advertising and Signs; by amending Article I, Generally, Section 4-1-1, Definitions; Article III, Protection of Minors Against Advertisement and Promotion of Alcoholic Liquor and Tobacco Products, Section 4-3-1, Purpose; Section 4-3-4, Advertisement of alcoholic liquor or any tobacco product prohibited within a 1,000-foot radius of certain locations; Section 4-3-6, Method of measurement; Section 4-3-7, Phase-out period; to provide for the health, safety and general welfare of the public. (FOR INTRODUCTION AND THE SETTING  OF A PUBLIC HEARING?)

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

 

10.21

Submitting report relative to

Micro-Policing and it's use in Senior Buildings. (Council Member Coleman A. Young II, requested the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) provide a report on Micro Policing and its use in senior buildings in Detroit. Please accept the following as our response.)

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

MISCELLANEOUS

10.22

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting memorandum relative to Request for Report on American Rescue Plan Act Spending by the Detroit Department of Transportation.

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

10.23

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum relative to Body Camera Footage and Information Regarding Mr. Sherman Butler.

REFERRED TO PHS 8-0

Member Young was not present

11.

VOTING ACTION MATTERS

12.

OTHER MATTERS

13.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL OFFICIALS AND AGENCIES

14.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Rev. Sheffield, Gerald Smith, Ronald Lockett, Walter Mckinney, Carolyn Carter, Andre Ash, Isaiah Mckinnon, Timothy Kenny, Richard Walker, Steve Stephen Roginson, Jason Tinsley, Joy Hunter, Janell Richrdson,Elaine Stanley, Tonbi Fiddler, Roslyn Stewart, Jim Brown, Ms Williams, Greg Kelser, Courtney Hall, Madison Westmoreland, Jo, Jackson, George Blaha, Michael Tyson, Art Stewart, Roger Turner, Emily Turner, Debra Patrick, Steven Rimmer, Roland Hwang, Francis Grunow, Eric Rincon, Marc Delaney, Ronald Barnes, Jeff Tricuff, Steve Hicks, Kate Stanvig, Richard Blaine, David Greenwood, Stehpan Clay, Bettie Lyons, Ebony Westfield, Shamayim Harris, Jerry Flynn-Dale, Russ Belant, Lauren Lincoln, Daniel Kennedy, Judith, Debra Mayfield, Ronald Foster, John Collins, Michael Thompson, Erica Hill, Elena Herrada, Adam Barrett, Quenita Mincer, Jamon Jordan,Cynthia Stewart, Emma Akins, Jalen David, Eric Blount, Jocelyn Harris, Justin Cheong, Jahdante smith, Tim Walton, Rhuben Crowley, Antoine Jobare, Caller 169, Anoosha Vemulaprti, Steven Hawring, Tahira Ahmed, Colanos Todd, Rochella Stewart, William M Davis, Diane McCloskey, Betty A Varner, Karen Winston, J Estes, Nicole Conway, weeseeyou, Peggy Du, Sonya Mays, Meeko Williams, Rod Hardamon, Izegbe N'Namdi, Beverly Jones, Sonji King,Mary Sue Shottenfells, Kea Mathis, Lisa Yee-Litzenberg,Henry Duong, Theo Pride, Keona Cowan, Stephan Grady, Caller 124, Aubrey Lee, Theresa Holtrop, Walt Watkins, Lisa Gray, Tenisha Brown, Toinu Reeves, GL, Renard Monczunski, Jacob Molewyk, Jason Jones, Jennifer Ray Herton, Marguerite Maddox, Tao Liv, Zoom User, Catherine D, Angela Chi, Domonique Beasley, Nate Phillips, Jason Jones, Deirdre & Rich Lane, and Pam Wire.

*Member Young entered (9)

15.

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

16.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

16.1

Council Member Fred Durhal, Joined by Council President Mary Sheffield, Joined by Council  Member Mary Waters, Joined by Council Member Coleman Young, An Ordinance

To amend Chapter 44 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Taxation, Article IV, Personal Property Taxes, Real Property Taxes, and Special Assessments, Division 6, Payment in Lieu of Taxes for Government-aided, Fast Track, and Workforce Housing Development, by amending Section 44-4-112, Definitions, and by repealing and replacing Section 44-4-113, Classes of housing projects; when City Council approval is required, Section 44-4-114, Establishment of annual service charge, and Section 44-4-117, Duration, and by adding Section 44-4-118, Director of Housing and Revitalization Department to promulgate administrative rules, to create fast track and workforce housing provisions for the City and arrange this ordinance to be consistent with state law. (SIX (6) VOTES REQUIRED AND SHALL BE GIVEN IMMEDIATE EFFECT AND SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE UPON PUBLICATION) ROLL CALL

 POSTPONED 1 WEEK 7-1. MEMBER DURHAL VOTED NO

*Member Benson was not present

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

16.2

Durhal, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006520 - 100% Disability Income Protection Plan Funding – To Provide Citywide Long Term Disability Insurance. – Contractor: Standard Insurance Company – Location: 1100 SW Sixth Ave Portland, OR 97204 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $3,500,000.00. CITYWIDE 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF THE ASSESSOR

16.3

Durhal, reso. autho.

GRDC 4 Limited Dividend Housing Association Limited Partnership - Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). (Grandmont Rosedale Development Corporation has formed GRDC 4 Limited Dividend Housing Association ("LDHA'') Limited Partnership in order to develop the Project known as Minock Park Place. The LDHA will own Unit 1 of the Minock Park Place Condominium, a mixed-use new construction development structured as two (2) separate condominium units in one four-story building. Unit 1 will consist of forty-two (42) senior apartments with common space for tenants and classroom space for the community in an area bounded by Grand River on the north, Minock on the east, Midland on the south and Auburn on the west. The Project will include thirty-six (36) 1-bed, 1-bath and six (6) 2/bed, 1-bath apartments. The site will also include 5,400 square feet of ground floor commercial space in Unit 2.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

16.4

Durhal, reso. autho.

Henry Street 4% Limited Dividend Housing Association, LLC – Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). (Cinnaire Solutions Corporation and Olympia Development of Michigan, L.L.C. have formed Henry Street 4% Limited Dividend Housing  ssociation, LLC in order to develop the Project known as the Claridge Apartments and HUB Community Building. The site is bounded by Henry Street on the north, Cass Avenue on the east, Fisher Drive West on the south and Second Avenue on the west. The rehabilitation Project will include four (4) 1-bed/1-bath and forty (40) studio apartments of three hundred sixty-six (366) square feet each with ample free parking. The HUB Community Building will provide services such as employment readiness, physical and mental health support, financial literacy training, art/cultural classes and community events.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

16.5

Durhal, reso. autho.

Henry Street 9% Limited Dividend Housing Association, LLC – Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT). (Cinnaire Solutions Corporation and Olympia Development of Michigan, L.L.C. have formed Henry Street 9% Limited Dividend Housing Association, LLC in order to develop the Project known as Breton Hall Apartments. The four-story building is part of a mixed-use seven-building campus in a historically significant residential block. The Henry Street Development site is bounded by Henry Street on the north, Cass Avenue on the east, Fisher Drive West on the south and Second Avenue on the west.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

 

OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK/CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

16.6

Durhal, reso. autho.

Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate Application for the construction of a new single-family house at 926 West Willis in the Midtown Neighborhood Enterprise Zone area. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) (The office of the City Clerk forwarded to the City Planning Commission (CPC) an application requesting a 15-year Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificate for the construction of a single-family house at 926 W. Willis. The property is located just east of the Lodge Freeway.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

17.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

17.1

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3077381 - 100% City Funding – To Provide 24 Parking Spaces for Law Department Attorneys. – Contractor: ABM Parking Services – Location: 1902 St. Antoine, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $40,320.00. LAW

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

 

17.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005896-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Litigation Services. – Contractor: Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC – Location: 28411 Northwestern Highway, Suite 500, Southfield, MI 48034 – Previous Contract Period: June 1, 2022 through December 31, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $70,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $160,000.00. LAW 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

LAW DEPARTMENT

17.3

Johnson, reso. autho.

Rescission and Correction of Offer of Judgment in lawsuit of Pipkins, Davion v. City of Detroit, et al., Case No. 23-cv-10614, File No. L23-00162 (PH) 37000 (Police Department), in the amount of ($80,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Davion Pipkins may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about, May 29, 2020. 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

17.4

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Michelle Pitchford-Bey vs City of Detroit; File 15074, W21-00151, PSB, A34000, and in the amount of $24,500.00 in full payment for any and all claims which Michelle Pitchford-Bey may have against the City of Detroit. 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

17.5

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Yehuda Miller v City of Detroit; Case No. 24-004273-CZ; L24-00843 (TYC) A37000 (Police Department) in the amount of ($4,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Yehuda Miller may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.  

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

17.6

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Ahmad, Houssein v Progressive Marathon Ins., City of Detroit, and D. Long; Case No. 23-011421-NI, File No. L23-00541 (JH) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($12,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Houssein Al Haj-Ahmad may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about January 28, 2023. 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

17.7

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Crystal Henderson vs City of Detroit Department of Transportation; File 15040, W20-00343, CM, A20000, and in the amount of ($125,083.12), in full payment for any and all claims which Crystal Henderson may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

17.8

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for TEO Andre Thompson in lawsuit of Kenneth Kencaid v City of Detroit, et al, Case No. 23-014633-NF (DOT) for Andre Thompson.  

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

 

RESOLUTIONS

17.9

Johnson, reso. autho.

Appointing Jannina Pena to the Property Assessment Board of Review to represent City Council District 6 position for the term beginning January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2026. 

APPROVED 8-0 W/WAIVER

*Member Benson was not present

18.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

18.1

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006579 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Services to Connect Individuals Experiencing Housing Instability with Resources by Direct Assistance Services and/or the Detroit Housing Resource Help Line. – Contractor: Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency – Location: 7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 800, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $9,129,278.00 HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

APPROVED 7-1. MEMBER SANTIAGO-ROMERO VOTED NO

*Member Benson was not present

 

18.2

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004205-A3 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Title Services for Bridging Neighborhood. – Contractor: eTitle Agency – Location: 1650 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084 – Previous Contract Period: January 18, 2022 through December 31, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $50,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.3

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006537 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Temporary Emergency Shelter Services for Homeless City Residents. – Contractor: Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries – Location: 150 Stimson Street, Detroit, MI 48201 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through April 6, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $100,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

APPROVED 8-0 W/WAIVER

*Member Benson was not present

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

18.4

Tate, A Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, by amending Article XVII, Zoning District Maps, Section 50-17-43, District Map No. 41, to revise the zoning: classification for five parcels generally located on the west side of Junction Avenue between Eldred and Christiancy Streets, commonly known as 1503, 1509, 1517, 1521, and 1545 Junction! Avenue from the R2 Two-Family Residential District zoning classification to the B1 Restricted Business District zoning classification. INTRODUCE

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.5

Tate, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment.

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

 

18.6

Tate, A Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, by amending Article XVII, Zoning District Maps, Section 50-17-8, District Map No. 7, to revise the zoning classification for certain properties, commonly known as 1498, 1506, 1510, 1516, 1524, 1528, 1534, 1540, 1546, and 1556 Ferry Park and also 2648, 2650, and 2658 West Grand Boulevard, from the existing R2 Two-Family Residential District and B4 General Business District zoning classifications to the SD2 Special Development District, Mixed Use zoning classification to allow for the expansion of the Motown Museum. INTRODUCE

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.7

Tate, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment.

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.8

Tate, A Proposed Ordinance

To amends Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, to exempt certain solar generation stations developed by or on behalf of the City from zoning regulation, to allow solar generation stations in industrial zoning districts and prohibit new solar generation stations in PR Parks and Recreation zoning districts, and to establish solar station overlay areas, in which solar generation stations may be permitted in non-industrial zoning districts: by adding Article III, Review and Approval Procedures (Part 1), Division 5, Site Plan Review, Subdivision B, Submission Requirements, Section 50-3-139, Additional submittal requirements for solar generation stations; Article XI, Special Purpose Zoning Districts and Overlay Areas, Division 14, Overlay areas, Subdivision G, Solar Station Overlay Areas, Section 50-11-491, Description, Section 50-11-492, Designated solar station overlay areas, and Section 50-11-493, Consistency with design standards required; Article XII, Use Regulations, Division 5, Accessory Uses and Structures, Subdivision A, In General, Section 50-12-465, Accessory urban gardens and urban farms; and Article XIV, Development Standards, Division 3, Architectural and Site Design Standards, Subdivision F, Solar Generation Station Development, Section 50-14-481, In general, Section  0-14-482, Massing and cross-access, Section 50-14-483, Setbacks, Section 50-14-484, Height, Section 50-14-485, Glare and reflection, Section 50-14-486, Noise, Section 50-14-487, Screening, Section 50-14-488, Vegetation, and Section 50-14-489, Maintenance plan; and by amending Article I, Introductory Provisions, Section 50-1-3, Applicability and jurisdiction; Article III, Review and Approval Procedures (Part 1), Division 5, Site Plan Review, Subdivision A, In General, Section 50-3-113, Applicability; Article VII, Zoning Districts (In General), Section 50-7-6, Overlay areas; Article X, Industrial Zoning Districts, Division 2, M1 Limited Industrial District, Section 50-10-15, By-right public, civic, and institutional uses, Division 3, M2 Restricted Industrial District, Section 50-10-45, By-right public, civic, and institutional uses, Division 4, M3 General Industrial District, Section 50-10-75, By-right public, civic, and institutional uses, Division 5, M4 Intensive Industrial District, Section 50-10-105, Byright public, civic, and institutional uses, and Division 6, M5 Special Industrial District, Section 50-10-135, By-right public, civic, and institutional uses; Article XI, Special Purpose Zoning Districts and Overlay Areas, Division 7, PR Parks and Recreation, Section 50-10-151, Conditional public, civic, and institutional uses; Article XII, Use Regulations, Division 1, Use Tables, Subdivision C, Public, Civic, and Institutional Uses, Section 50-12-50, Utility, basic, and Division 3, Specific Use Standards, Subdivision B, Public, Civic, and Institutional Uses, Section 50-12-192, Utilities, basic; utilities, major; Article XIV, Development Standards, Division 8, Performance Guarantee, Section 50-14-612, General requirements; and Article XVI, Rules of Construction and Definitions, Division 2, Words and Terms Defined, Subdivision P, Letter "S", Section 50-16-384, Words and terms (Sm—Ss). INTRODUCE

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.9

Tate, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment.

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.10

Tate, reso. autho.

Request of Valley City Sign/LaVanway Sign Company on behalf of Fifth Third Bank for PCA (Public Center Adjacent) Special District Review of two proposed new signs at 1 Woodward Avenue. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL WITH CONDITIONS)  (The City Planning Commission (CPC) has received a request from LaVanway Sign Company on behalf of Fifth Third Bank for PCA (Public Center Adjacent) Special District Review of two proposed new signs at 1 Woodward Avenue. This request is being made consistent with the provisions of Section 50-3-222 of the Detroit Zoning Ordinance. Because this site is zoned PCA, all exterior changes require review by Your Honorable Body.)  

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

DETROIT BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

18.11

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the 571 Monroe Brownfield Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.12

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Cass Plaza Brownfield Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.13

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Charlotte Apartments Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.14

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Charlotte House Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.15

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Griswold – Capital Park Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.   (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.16

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Newberry Lofts Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.17

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Peterboro Row Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.18

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Sherwood Foods Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.19

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Willys Overland Residential Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.20

Tate, reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Woodward Willis Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.) 

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

18.21

Tate, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate Joe Louis Greenway (JLG) Home Repair House Swap Program Phase 2.  (The Rocket Community Fund has awarded the City of Detroit Housing & Revitalization Department with the Joe Louis Greenway (JLG) Home Repair House Swap Program Phase 2 for the amount of $748,000.00, to support the Bridging Neighborhoods as they renovate three Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) homes within the Midwest/Barton McFarland neighborhoods around JLG. There is no match requirement.  The objective of the grant is to renovate vacant DLBA homes, providing a place for families to move while their previously deemed “walk-away” home is renovated in the same neighborhood. Homeowners then have a choice between returning to their renovated home or assuming ownership of the DLBA home.) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

 

18.22

Tate, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD).  (The U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (“HUD”) has awarded the City of Detroit (“City”) and the Detroit Housing Commission (“DHC”), through its Housing and Revitalization Department (“HRD”), a Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant in the total amount of $500,000.00 (“CN Planning Grant”). The City must meet a five percent (5%) matching requirement that HRD intends to satisfy by investing Federal Community Development Block Grant Program funds into certain identified affordable housing project pre-development costs and to be determined Early Action Activities within the City’s Greater Forest Park and Eastern Market neighborhoods, subject to applicable underwriting and environmental review requirements.) 

APPROVED 8-0 W/WAIVER

*Member Benson was not present

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

18.23

Tate, reso. autho.

Property Sale - 8068, 8082, 8086, 8092 Harper, Detroit, Michigan 48238.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Cynthia LeJeune (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 8068, 8082, 8086, 8092 Harper, Detroit, Michigan 48238 (the "Properties") for the purchase price of Twenty-Four Thousand Two Hundred Fifty and 00/100 Dollars ($24,250.00).)  

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.24

Tate, reso. autho.

Property Sale of 4841 and 4833 E. Seven Mile. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Tee’s Inc., a Michigan Corporation (the “Purchaser), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 4833 and 4841 E. Seven Mile Rd (the “Property”) for the purchase price of Nine Thousand Four Hundred Fifty and 00/100 Dollars ($9,450.00). The Property is zoned B4 (General Business District). It consists of approximately 6,300 square feet of vacant land. The Purchaser proposes to renovate the Property into use as a parking lot for licensed vehicles, in support of their adjacent beauty and barber shop located at 4827 E Seven Mile. The proposed use of the Property shall be consistent with the allowable uses for which the Property is zoned.)

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

18.25

Tate, reso. autho.

Property Sale of 2980 West Warren. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Jamel Ali (the “Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property 2980 W Warren (the “Property”) for the purchase price of Seven Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($7,000.00). 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

 

18.26

Tate, reso. autho.

Property Sale - 5156 Wabash, Detroit, Michigan 48238.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Gwen Gell (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 5156 Wabash St., Detroit, Michigan 48208 (the "Property") for the purchase price of Seven Thousand One Hundred Eighty and 00/100 Dollars ($7,180.00).) 

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

RESOLUTIONS

18.27

The Thirteen (13) eligible Secondary Street Sign petitions include the following names:

Vincent Chin, Rev. Dr. Clarence L. Crews, Sr., Bishop Gabriel Fred Crutcher, Earl Cureton, Joseph Anthony “Amp” Fiddler, John Lee Hooker, Dick “Night Train” Lane, Aubrey Lee Sr., Daniel J. Loepp, Gregory Mudge, Horace L. Sheffield, Jr., John Sinclair, and James Dewitt “J Dilla” Yancey.  (PAPER BALLOTS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED - VOTE FOR NO MORE THAN (5).  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE WITHOUT RECOMMENDATION ON 10/17/24.)

APPROVED 9-0

*Member Benson returned

18.28

Tate, reso. autho.

Approving the issuance of secondary street names for  Vincent Chin, Earl Cureton, Joseph Anthony "Amp" Fiddler, Horace L. Sheffield Jr., and James Dewitt "J Dilla" Yancey.

VINCENT CHIN- WATERS, BENSON, JOHNSON, DURHAL, SANTIAGO-ROMERO, YOUNG, SHEFFIELD, TATE (8)

REV. DR. CLARENCE CREWS (0)

FRED CRUTCHER (0)

EARL CURETON- WATERS, BENSON, WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY, JOHNSON, DURHAL, SANTIAGO-ROMERO, SHEFFIELD, TATE (7)

JOSEPH ANTHONY "AMP" FIDDLER- WATERS, BENSON, DURHAL, SANTIAGO-ROMERO, YOUNG, SHEFFIELD, TATE(7)

JOHN LEE HOOKER(0)

DICK "NIGHT TRAIN" LANE- WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY, YOUNG (2)

AUBREY LEE SR- WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY, YOUNG, TATE (3)

DANIEL J. LOEPP- JOHNSON (1)

GREGORY MUDGE- DURHAL, SANTIAGO-ROMERO (2)

HORACE L. SHEFFIELD JR.- WATERS, BENSON, WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY, JOHNSON, DURHAL, YOUNG, SHEFFIELD, TATE (8)

JOHN SINCLAIR (0)

JAMES DEWITT "J DILLA" YANCEY- WATERS, BENSON, WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY, JOHNSON, SANTIAGO-ROMERO, SHEFFIELD, TATE(7)

APPROVED 9-0 W/WAIVER

19.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

19.1

Young, An Ordinance

To amend Chapter 16 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Environment, Article I, Noise, by amending Subdivision b, Non-Motor Vehicle Noise; to amend Section 16-l-13(a), Specific prohibitions of activities constituting noise violations; to support Detroit's Urban Cores continued growth as a world-class visitor destination by extending the hours permissible for non-motor vehicle noise.  (SIX (6) VOTES REQUIRED AND SHALL BE GIVEN IMMEDIATE EFFECTIVE UPON PUBLICATION) ROLL CALL (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 10-15-24 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 10-22-24)

SENT BACK TO COMMITTEE 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

19.2

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3076716  – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Commercial Property, 7601 Michigan & CO#1 with Basement Backfill. – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18715 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $285,021.42. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION  (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 10-15-24 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 10-22-24)

APPROVED 6-2. MEMBERS WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY AND SANTIAGO-ROMERO VOTED NO.

*Member Benson was not present

20.

NEW BUSINESS

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

20.1

Waters, An Ordinance

To amend Chapter 8 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Building Construction and Property Maintenance, Article XV, Property Maintenance, Division 1, In General, by amending Section 8-15-3, Definitions: A-B, Section 8-15-4, Definitions: C, Section 8-15-5, Definitions: D-F, Section 8-15-6, Definitions: G-K, Section 8-15-7, Definitions: L-O, Section 8- 15-8, Definitions: P-R, Section 8-15-9, Definitions: S-Z, and Section 8-15-11, Civil fines for violation of article, by amending Division 2, Administration and Enforcement, by amending Section 8-15-33, fees, Section 8-15-35, Certificate of Compliance required; violation for failure to obtain; temporary certificate and modifications, Section 8-15-36, Suspension or denial of Certificate of Compliance; revocation, Section 8-15-47, Issuance of correction notice or blight violation, Section 8-15-48, Curing or disputing correction notice; right of entry by City to abate public nuisance; obstruction of City employees and agents prohibited, and Section 8-15-49, Costs of abatement; collection of costs for City abatement of public nuisances, by amending Division 3, Requirements for Rental Property, by amending Subdivision A, In General, by amending Section 8-15-81, Registration of rental property, amending and renaming Section 8-15-82, Inspection of rental property; Certificate of Compliance required; registration of Certificates of Compliance for rental properties; violations; occupancy; length of Certificate of Compliance, repealing Section 8-15-83, Lead inspection/risk assessment, lead clearance, and relocating substitute Section 8-15-83, Federal and other governmental agency inspections accepted, repealing Section 8-15-84, Landlords and staff required to obtain HUD Visual Assessment Certification; annual inspections, and relocating substitute Section 8-15-84, Caretaker; responsible person; warning devices, by relocating Section 8-15-85, Window stops or guards required; exceptions, by adding Section 8-15-86, Tenant escrow, Section 8-15-87, Termination of tenancy to avoid compliance with subdivision or retaliatory action prohibited, Section 8-15-88, Consideration of Certificate of Compliance in eviction judgment, Section 8-15-89, Utilization of escrow accounts established under Michigan Housing Law, and Section 8-15-90, Notice and posting requirements for housing providers, and by amending Subdivision B, Lead Clearance, by amending Section 8-15-91, Purpose and intent; requirements, Section 8-15-92, Lead inspection and risk assessment, reports required, Section 8-15-94, Post-remedy clearance report, and Section 8-15-95, Requirement to avoid conflict of interest regarding lead-clearance inspection, and by repealing Section 8-15-98, Termination of tenancy to avoid compliance with this subdivision or retaliatory action prohibited, and by relocating to Section 8-15-98, Required distribution of information, and Section 8-15-99, Annual report required, in order to increase the effectiveness of the City of Detroit’s oversight of rental housing and improve the quality of rental housing available to tenants. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24) (SIX (6) VOTES REQUIRED AND SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE ON JANUARY 1, 2025 UPON PUBLICATION) ROLL CALL 

POSTPONED 1 WEEK 6-1. MEMBER YOUNG VOTED NO

*Members Whitfield-Calloway and Benson were not present

MAYOR'S OFFICE

20.2

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Authorizing the Designation of the Eighth Precinct Annex as the “James E. Tate, Jr., Annex at the 8th Precinct”. (I respectfully request approval of the attached resolution, which will officially designate the Eight Precinct annex building as the "James E. Tate, Jr. Annex at the Eight Precinct.") REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 8-0 W/WAIVER

*Member Benson was not present

 

20.3

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of The Parade Company (#2024-344), request to request to hold "America's Thanksgiving Parade Gardner White" on November 28th, from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Set-up to begin on November 27th at 8:00 AM and completed by 8:00 PM with tear down to begin on November 28th, at 1:00 PM and completed by 6:00 PM. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 8-0 W/WAIVER

*Member Benson was not present

 

20.4

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of General Services Department (2024-349), request to hold "Fall Fest" at Farewell Recreation Center on November 2^nd, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Set-up to begin on November 1^st, 8:00 AM and completed by November 2^nd at 9:00 AM with tear down to begin on November 2^nd, at 6:00 PM and completed by November 3^rd 10:00 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 10-21-24)

APPROVED 8-0

*Member Benson was not present

 

20.5

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of General Service Department (2024-348), request to hold "Scarefest" at Palmer Park on October 26th, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Set-up to begin on October 25^th, at 8:00 AM and completed by October 26^th at 12:00 PM with tear down to begin on October 26th, at 10:00 PM and completed by October 27^th 8:00 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 10-21-24)

APPROVED 8-0 W/WAIVER

*Member Benson was not present

 

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

20.6

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006003-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Infrastructure Equipment Replacement at Lyndon Data Center. – Contractor: Limbach Company, LLC – Location: 926 Featherstone Road, Pontiac, MI 48342 – Contract Period: March 8, 2024 through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $164,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,319,000.00. DoIT (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.7

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3078647 - 95% Fire Grant & 5% City Funding – To Provide Custom Fire Prevention Trailer. – Contractor: ABS Storage Products – Location: 8100 W. McNichols, Detroit, MI. 48221 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through November 1, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $108,636.00. FIRE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.8

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006046 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Medical Grade Oxygen. – Contractor: Linde Gas and Equipment, Inc. – Location: 10 Riverview Drive, Danbury, CT 06810 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $68,882.80. FIRE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.9

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004878-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds to Cover Invoice for Jefferson Chevrolet. – Contractor: Jefferson Chevrolet Co. – Location: 2130 E. Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: October 25, 2022 through October 24, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $14,062.45 – Total Contract Amount: $38,062.45. FIRE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.10

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No 6006714 - 100% Opioid Settlement Proceeds Funding – To Provide Medical Vending Machines for the Health Department. – Contractor: Mullan Pharmaceutical, Inc.– Location: 800 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 888, Pasadena, CA 91101 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $200,000.00 - HEALTH (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.11

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006713 -  100% Opioid Settlement Proceeds Funding – To Provide Medical Vending Machines for Various Locations throughout the City of Detroit. – Contractor: Illinois Supply Company – Location: 21759 S. Center Avenue, New Lenox, IL 60451 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $400,000.00. HEALTH (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.12

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006740 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Call Center Operations for Health Department Ride Share Program Scheduling. – Contractor: CCM Consulting Group, LLC – Location: 915 East 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $325,000.00. HEALTH (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.13

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3078659 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Chemical and Smoke Munitions for the Police Department (Mobile Field Force). – Contractor: Vance Outdoors, Inc. – Location: 3723 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43224 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $184,476.90. POLICE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 6-1. MEMBER SANTIAGO-ROMERO VOTED NO.

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.14

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005067-A1 - 100% Grant Funding - AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for the Byrne Criminal Justice Program to Increase Neighborhood Stability. – Contractor: Michigan State University – Location: 430 B-Law Building, East Lansing, MI 48824 – Previous Contract Period: May 9, 2023, through September 30, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 31, 2025 - Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 - Total Contract Amount: $99,000.00. POLICE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.15

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006592 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Ammunition for the Detroit Police Department . – Contractor: Vance Outdoors, Inc. – Location: 3723 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43224 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $1,682,978.00. POLICE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 6-1. MEMBER SANTIAGO-ROMERO VOTE NO

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

20.16

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004591-A1 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Towing & Recovery Services for Police Authorized Tows. – Contractor: BBK Towing & Recovery, Inc – Location: 1821 Trombly Street, Detroit, MI 48211 – Contract Period: December 12, 2022 through July 31, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $198,750.00 – Total Contract Amount: $386,250.00. POLICE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

 

20.17

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3078270 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Procurement of (1) Computerized Autobody Frame Machine. – Contractor: EDI Finance, Inc (dba Equipment Distributors) – Location: 10099 Radiance Drive, Fair Haven, MI 48023 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through February 1, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $157,285.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

 

20.18

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3078402 - 100% IPA Funding – To Provide Multi-Purpose Mini (Compact) Sweepers. – Contractor: BEC Enterprises LLC (dba Brown Equipment) – Location: 2501 South Kentucky Avenue, Evansville, IN 47714 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 1, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $601,500.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

 

20.19

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006653 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Pest Control Services within the City of Detroit. – Contractor: Pronto Pest Management, Inc. – Location: 10130 Capital Street, Oak Park, MI 48237 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 21, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $1,628,576.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

 

20.20

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006668 - 100% City Funds –– To Provide Freeway Trash Pick Up Rubbish Removal and Disposal Services. – Contractor: Motor City Preservation, LLC– Location: 18035 Cherrylawn Street, Detroit, MI 48221 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 14, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $ 1,500,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

 

20.21

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006669 - 100% City Funds – To Provide Freeway Trash Pick Up Rubbish Removal and Disposal Services – Contractor: Fontenot Services, LLC – Location: 8881 Central Avenue, Detroit, MI 48204 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 14, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $ 1,500,000.00 GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

 

20.22

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006684 - 40% ARPA & 60% Neighborhood Grant Funding – To Provide Restoration and Improvements to Rogell Park. – Contractor: Major Contracting Group, Inc. – Location: 12222 Greenfield Road, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 20, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $3,478,876.51. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

 

20.23

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004575-A2 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Tree Removal and Tree Trimming. – Contractor: Detroit Grounds Crew, LLC – Location: 4101 Barham, Detroit, MI 48224 – Contract Period: July 8, 2022 through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $195,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $2,219,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

POSTPONED 1 WEEK 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present

 

20.24

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005842-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for New Scoreboards for the Williams and Coleman Young Recreation Centers. – Contractor: BSN Sports, LLC – Location: 14460 Varsity Brands Way, Dallas, TX 75244 – Contract Period: January 16, 2024 through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $60,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $392,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0 W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.25

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006671 - 100% Grant Funding – Emergency Contract To Provide Meals for the Child and Adult Food Care Program for the General Services Department – Contractor: Edibles Rex, Inc. – Location: 5555 Conner, Suite 1058, Detroit, MI 48213 – Contract Period: October 1, 2024 - November 27, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $115,600.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

RECEIVE & FILE 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.26

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006691 - 100% City Funds – To Provide Private Tree Removal and Tree Trimming Services. – Contractor: Detroit Grounds Crew, LLC – Location: 4101 Barham, Detroit, MI 48224 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 14, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $2,000,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

POSTPONED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.27

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6001491-A3 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Piston's Basket Ball Court Renovation Project to Repair, Replace Various City of Detroit Basket Ball Courts. – Contractor: Michigan Recreational Construction – Location: 18631 Conant, Detroit, MI 48234 – Previous Contract Period: July 3, 2018 through November 30, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $2,500,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.28

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006656 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Pest Control Services within the City of Detroit. – Contractor: Catlin Enterprises, LLC – Location: 1095 Hadley Road, Lapeer, MI 48446 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through October 21, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $184,425.04.  GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

 

20.29

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006727 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Administrative Management and Invoicing Services for Citywide Mural Project. – Contractor: Space Labs Development, Inc. – Location: 607 Shelby Street, Suite 700, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $500,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0  W/WAIVER

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

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

20.30

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Auto Theft Prevention Authority Grant.  (The Michigan State Police has awarded the City of Detroit Fire Department with the FY 2025 Auto Theft Prevention Authority Grant for a total of $156,026.40. The State share is $156,026.40 of the approved amount, and there is a required cash match of $104,017.60. The total project cost is $260,044.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.31

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Crime Victim Sustainability Fund Grant.  (The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has awarded the City of Detroit Police Department with the FY 2025 Crime Victim Sustainability Fund Grant for a total of $180,812.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $180,812.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.32

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2025 Lead Intervention Grant. (The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded the City of Detroit Health Department with the FY 2025 Lead Intervention Grant, in the amount of $350,544.00. There is no match requirement. The award increase includes two programs. The Statewide Lead Case Management Program will be increased to $117,717.00 and the Medicaid Elevated Blood Lead Case Management Program will be increased to $232,827.00. The grant was adopted in the FY 2025 budget in the amount of $170,483.00. The grant was awarded at a higher amount than was budgeted. We are requesting to increase appropriation 21313, in the amount of $180,061.00, to reflect the total project cost of $350,544.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.33

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2025 Children's Special Health Care Services Grant. (The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded an increase in appropriation to the City of Detroit Health Department for the FY 2025 Children's Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) Grant, in the amount of $55,000.00. There is no match requirement. The award includes two programs. The CSHCS Care Coordination Program will be increased to $55,000.00 and the CSHCS Outreach & Advocacy Program will remain at $712,047.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21317, to a total of $767,047.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.34

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the FY 2024 Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program. (The Department of Public Works is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the FY 2024 Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant Program. The amount being sought is $5,200,000.00. The Federal share is $5,200,000.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $1,300,000.00. The total project cost is $6,500,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.35

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept a Donation of In-kind Forensics Services. (Othram, Inc. has awarded a donation of in-kind forensics services, to the City of Detroit Police Department (DPD), valued at $200,000.00. There is no match requirement for this donation.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

 

20.36

Young, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2024 Sustainable Cities Challenge Grant. (The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) has awarded the City of Detroit Office of Mobility Innovation with the FY 2024 Sustainable Cities Challenge Grant for a total of $400,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $400,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10-21-24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

20.37

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition No. x2024-332 – 220 W Congress Detroit, LLC, request for encroachment within the northerly part of Congress Street Avenue, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 220 W Congress, for the installation of an on-site adverting.  The purpose of this request is to install an on-site advertising sign for the tenants, Marko Law, Lewis & Munday, and Nuevo Sol. The sign will encroach into the northerly part of W. Congress St.  (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.38

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition No. x2024-331 -W-F LLC request for the Outright Vacation and a Vacation with a reservation of a Utility Easement of various segments of streets and alleys bounded by Farnsworth Ave., 60 ft. wide, Grand Trunk R.R., Dequindre St., 90 ft. wide, Warren Ave., 60 ft. wide, and St. Aubin Ave., 50 ft. wide.  (Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) reports being involved, but they have no objection provided the DWSD encroachment provisions are followed. The DWSD provisions have been made a part of the resolution.  All other involved City Departments, and privately owned utility companies have reported no objections. Provisions protecting utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.39

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of Hubbard Farms Apartments LDHA LP (x2024-335), request for encroachment within the East/West public alley, bounded by W. Grand Blvd., Bagley Ave., Vinewood Ave., and W. Vernor Highway for the installation of a new vapor interceptor trench and sub-slab venting vapor mitigation system with three rooftop wind turbines. (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.40

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of 2445 Cass, LLC (x2024-334), request to dedicate land, described as a 483 square foot section in the southwest corner of lot 4, bounded by Cass Avenue, Fisher Freeway N. Service Drive, Second Blvd. and Henry Street, for the purposes of public Right-of-Way. (All other city departments and utilities have reported no objections to the proposed right-of-way dedication.) (All other city departments and utilities have reported no objections to the proposed right-of-way dedication.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.41

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of Downtown Detroit Partnership (#2024-341), request to install 260 (two hundred and sixty) banners on Woodward Avenue Comerica Park poles, Woodward Avenue medians near Entertainment District and outside Little Caesars Arena, and Grand Circus Park from October 14, 2024 to March 18, 2025 for holiday/ seasonal lighting.  (Pursuant to the banner policy adopted by your Honorable Body on November 30, 2001, the above referenced resolution is hereby submitted to your Honorable Body for consideration and approval.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

20.42

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of Lynch Road Land LLC (x2024-333), request for a vacation, with reserve of a utility easement 111 ft. of Carrie St. bounded by Lynch Ave. and Arcola Ave.  (The request was approved by the Solid Waste Division - DPW, and Traffic Engineering Division - DPW, and City Engineering - DPW. Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) has no objection provided certain provisions are met. The DWSD provisions are a part of the attached resolution. All other involved City Departments, and privately owned utility companies have reported no objections. Provisions protecting utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

RESOLUTIONS

20.43

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Resolution In Support of Striking Teamsters Local 283 Workers. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE AS DIRECTED ON 10/21/24)

APPROVED  9-0

21.

REQUESTS TO SPEAK BEFORE DETROIT CITY COUNCIL

MISCELLANEOUS

21.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Investment Fund (#2024-356) request to appear before City Council to present the "Detroit Residents' Investment Fund", an innovative model to reduce poverty through small business equity investment.

POSTPONED 1 WEEK 6-1. MEMBER YOUNG VOTED NO

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

22.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

23.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

LAW DEPARTMENT

23.1

Submitting report and Revised Proposed Ordinance

To  amend Chapter 17 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Finance, Article V, Purchasing and Supplies, by amending Division 1, Goods and Services, Subdivision A, Generally, by amending Section 17-5-1, Definitions, and Section 17-5-2, Bids or contracts to be denied to persons in arrears to City, and by amending Subdivision B, Purchasing of City Goods and Services, by amending Section 17-5-13, Non-major purchases; solicitation of bids, comparison of equalization credits in bids, and application of equalization credits for bids; required clearances; required clearances for construction projects; prohibitions related to construction workforce development and construction workforce investment businesses; exceptions, and Section 17-5-16, Policy requiring purchases of goods and services from cooperative purchases resources; preference for purchasing goods and services from cooperative purchases resources, and adding Section 17-5-17, Policy Requiring use of Detroit certified businesses in certain circumstances, and Section 17-5-18, Report to Mayor and City Council, and amending Subdivision D, Approval of Contracts and Certain Requirements for Water and Sewerage Department, by amending Section 17-5-91, City Council approval required for certain contracts; monthly report on certain contracts; emergency procurements; City Council notification and approval required, to streamline the procurement process for greater efficiencies and to create opportunity. (FOR INTRODUCTION AND THE SETTING OF A PUBLIC HEARING?)

REFERRED TO BFA 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

24.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

LAW DEPARTMENT

24.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Agreement to Arbitrate of Pedro Hunter v City of Detroit; Case No. 22-013903-NF, File No. L22-02281 (GBP), Department of Transportation, The parties shall submit to arbitration all matters in controversy raised in the above-named lawsuit. The maximum amount of any award to Pedro Hunter shall not exceed the amount of ($150,000.00). The minimum amount of any award to Pedro Hunter shall ZERO DOLLARS ($0.00). Any award in excess of ($150,000.00) shall be interpreted to be in the amount of ($150,000.00).

REFERRED TO IOS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

24.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Power Health Physical Therapy, LLC (Walter Purvis) v. City of Detroit; Case No. 24-153402-GC, File No. L24-01123 (YRB) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($6,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which POWER HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY, LLC, may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about July 23, 2022.

REFERRED TO IOS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

24.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Turner, Carl v City of Detroit, Alexander Gunther, and Janelle Thomas, Case Nos. 2:23-cv-12225/2:24-cv-12249, File Nos. 2:23-cv-12225/2:24-cv-12249(CMG), Police Department, in the amount of ($90,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Carl Turner may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

REFERRED TO IOS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

24.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of White, Eugene v The City of Detroit, DDOT, and The Est. Velina Howard, Case No. 23-002422-NI, File No. L23-00126 (CMG), Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($85,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Eugene White may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

REFERRED TO IOS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

24.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Zachary Paul Ganesch v Jordan Tucker, Robert Moss, Sterling Lacey, and City of Detroit; Case Number: 22-012313-NO File Number: L22-01262 (CAB) (DPD) (A37000)in the amount of ($40,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Zachary Paul Ganesch may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about October 27, 2021.

REFERRED TO IOS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

MISCELLANEOUS

24.6

Council President Pro Tem James Tate

Submitting memorandum relative to Board of Zoning Appeals Reappointment of Mr. Robert Weed.

REFERRED TO IOS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

25.

NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

25.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006666 - 100% IPA & City Funding – Assignment and Amendment 1 of 6002618 as New Contract 6006666 – To Assign Contract to New Supplier, Add Time and Change Contract Number for Ambulance Remounts. – Contractor: MacQueen Equipment, LLC dba MacQueen – Location: 10120 West Grand River Highway, Grand Ledge, MI 48839 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through January 31, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $6,007,481.00. GENERAL SERVICES

REFERRED TO NCS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

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

25.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate FY 2024 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program Grant.  (The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded the City of Detroit General Services Department—Office of Sustainability with the FY 2024 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program Grant for a total of $582,030.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $582,030.00.) (REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 10/24/24)

REFERRED TO NCS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

26.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006214-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding - AMEND 1 - To Provide an Increase of Funds for the Down Payment Assistance Program - Contractor: National Faith Homebuyers - Location: 615 Griswold, Suite 506, Detroit, MI 48226 - Contract period: April 15, 2024 thru June 30, 2025 - Contract Increase Amount: $1,500,000.00 - Total Contract Amount: $6,500,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

26.2

Submitting report and Proposed Ordinance

Text amendment to Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, to streamline and update the current set of landscaping and screening requirements that apply to a limited set of specific land uses and site features, and to modernize related fence and wall standards for nonresidential uses with the goal of proactively improving the appearance of commercial and industrial properties and corridors. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) (FOR THE INTRODUCTION AND THE SETTING OF A PUBLIC HEARING?)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

DETROIT BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

26.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution Abolishing The Brownfield Plan of The City of Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority For the 35th Street Apartments Redevelopment Project. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution Abolishing The Brownfield Plan of The City of Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority for The Amended and Restated Globe Trading Building Redevelopment Project.  (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Amended Woodbridge Estates Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan. )

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Abolishment of the CHASS Building Initiative Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to abolish the Former Federal Reserve Brownfield Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Gardenview Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Gray Street Affordable Housing Brownfield Redevelopment Plan.  (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan. )

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Northeast Guidance Center Conner Campus Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Piquette Square Apartments Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

26.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Abolishment of the Marathon Petroleum Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled August 28, 2024 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended abolishment of the Plan on the basis that the project has been completed and the purposes for which the plan was established are accomplished in accordance with Section 14(8)(a) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the abolishment of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution abolishing the Plan.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

HISTORIC DESIGNATION ADVISORY BOARD

26.13

Submitting reso. autho.

2024 Secondary Street Sign Applications, Updated Report for Formal.  (The Historic Designation Advisory Board (HDAB) staff has reviewed the documentation submitted by petitioners for the establishment of a Secondary Street Sign. Upon review of this documentation, staff has compiled the following report which summarizes each honoree’s application and their eligibility.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

26.14

Submitting reso. autho.

Amendment to Development Agreement Brush and Watson Development.  (Pursuant to the Resolution adopted by your Honorable Body on September 25, 2018, the City of Detroit ("City") and Brush Wilkins 2016 L.L.C., a Michigan limited liability company ("Developer"), entered into a certain Development Agreement dated January 24, 2019 (the "Development Agreement") for the sale of real property commonly known as 2994 Brush, 2968 Brush, 418 Watson, 432 Watson, 3035 Beaubien, 3027 Beaubien, 3019 Beaubien, 3099 Beaubien, and 3011 Beaubien, Detroit, Michigan 48201 (the "Property"). Developer is a subsidiary of American Community Developers Inc., who own and operate a number of affordable housing projects and other residential properties in the City of Detroit, the State of Michigan, and other states. The City and Original Developer closed on the sale of the Property pursuant to the terms of the Development Agreement on June 11, 2020.)

REFERRED TO PED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

27.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005167-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Design, Engineering, and State of Good Repair Improvements and Renovations at DPD Training Academy. – Contractor: DMC Consultants, Inc. – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Previous Contract Period: January 9, 2023 through December 31, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $6,887,436.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005383-A1 - 100% UTGO Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Coleman A Young Recreation Center Construction Services for Major Building Improvements. – Contractor: Gandol, Inc. – Location: 18100 Meyers Road, Suite 2, Detroit, MI 48235 – Previous Contract Period: July 3, 2023 through December 31, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $3,150,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $8,055,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005667-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Renovations at Butzel Family Recreation Center. – Contractor: Gandol, Inc. – Location: 18100 Meyers Road, Suite 2, Detroit, MI 48235 – Previous Contract Period: August 31, 2023 through December 31, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $2,590,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005721-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for the Additional Purchase of Furniture and Accessories for Detroit Police Department Academy Training Facilities. – Contractor: Balco Interiors, LLC dba, Interiors Environments – Location: 48700 Grand River Avenue, Novi, MI 48374 – Contract Period: April 15, 2024 through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $228,570.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,132,875.88. POLICE

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006376 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Aircraft Maintenance and Repairs. – Contractor: Great Lakes Aviation Services, LLC – Location: 140 Airport Drive, Kimball MI 48074 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through September 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $2,500,000.00. POLICE

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

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

27.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate a cash donation from the DTE Energy Company.  (The DTE Energy Company has awarded a cash donation to the City of Detroit Police Department, in the amount of $100,000.00. There is no match requirement for this donation.)

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Traffic Operations Center Grant - Correction.  (The Michigan Department of Transportation has awarded the City of Detroit Department of Public Works with the FY 2025 Traffic Operations Center Grant for a total of $750,000.00. The federal share is $750,000.00 and there is a required cash match of $187,500.00. The total project cost is $937,500.00. The grant was adopted in the FY 2025 budget, in the amount of $750,000.00, under appropriation 21205, which is the incorrect appropriation. We are requesting to establish appropriation 21433, in the amount of $937,500.00, for the FY 2025 Traffic Operations Center Grant.)

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Detroit Bridge Environmental Assessment Grant. (The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded the City of Detroit Health Department with the FY 2025 Detroit Bridge Environmental Assessment Grant for a total of $500,000.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $500,000.00.)

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the FY 2024 Reconnecting Communities Pilot Grant. (The Department of Public Works is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the FY 2024 Reconnecting Communities Pilot Grant. The amount being sought is $2,000,000.00. The Federal share is $2,000,000.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $500,000.00. The total project cost is $2,500,000.00.)

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

27.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Downtown Detroit Partnership under Petition (#2024-341) (Amended), request to install 260 (two hundred and sixty) banners on Woodward Avenue Comerica Park poles, Woodward Avenue medians near Entertainment District and outside Little Caesars Arena, and Grand Circus Park from October 14, 2024 to March 18, 2025 for Spirit of Detroit themed pole lighting decor.  (Pursuant to Banner Policy Adopted by your Honorable Body on November 30, 2001, the above referenced resolution is hereby submitted to your Honorable Body for consideration and approval.)

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

27.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Live 6 Alliance (#2024-347), request to use light poles to erect 44 banners to be displayed on McNichols from Livernois to Greenlawn Street from November 15, 2024 to May 15, 2025 for community development and beautification.  (Pursuant to the Banner Policy Adopted by your Honorable Body on November 30, 2001, the above referenced resolution is hereby submitted to your Honorable Body for consideration and approval.)

REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

28.

CONSENT AGENDA

29.

MEMBER REPORTS

SUSPENDED

30.

ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE

31.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CLERK

31.1

Report on approval of proceedings by the Mayor.

32.

TESTIMONIAL RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL PRIVILEGE

32.1

Durhal, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution In Memoriam for Barbara Louise Nelson-McCrimmon.

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

32.2

Durhal, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution in Memoriam for Courtney Angelyn Pope.

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

32.3

Durhal, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution In Memoriam for Mr. Robert Lee Morris, Jr.

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

32.4

Young, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution for "Family Court Awareness Month".

APPROVED 7-0

*Members Sheffield and Benson were not present.

33.

WALK ON

MOVED TO NEW BUSINESS AND REFERRED TO PHS 7-0

33.1

Tate, reso. autho

Request to Extend an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate 03-18- 0026 on behalf of Hotel St. Regis Holdings, LLC in the area of 3701 W. Grand Boulevard, Detroit, Michigan, in accordance with Public Act 146 of 2000 (Related to Petition #365).