MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION

Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 10:00 A.m. - 11:00 A.m.

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

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

HENRY FORD AND BRAIN CANCER AWARENESS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 

 

COUNCIL PRESIDENT 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

 

Glenn Kersey

Asst. City Council Committee Clerk

           

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1.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT: Tate, Sheffield, Johnson, Santiago-Romero, Benson, Waters

ABSENT: Durhal, Whitfield-Calloway, Young

6-3 QUORUM PRESENT

2.

INVOCATION

Pastor Corey Chavis

Victory Community Church

 14025 Hubbell Ave, Detroit, MI 48227

3.

APPROVAL OF JOURNAL OF LAST SESSION

Durhal takes seat 7-0, Young take seats 8-0

PER THE CHAIR: JOURNAL FROM FEBRUARY 25, 2025 APPROVED. All Present Council
Members in favor 8-0

4.

RECONSIDERATIONS

-NONE-

5.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

6.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

-NONE-

7.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

7.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution Establishing a Proportional Funding Formula for Oversight Agencies.  (City Council President Mary Sheffield has requested the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) to produce a resolution establishing a proportional funding formula for oversight agencies as required by the Detroit City Charter.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE & AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

8.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

8.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005283-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Monitoring the Performance of Annual Good Neighbor Plan Commitments by Adult-Use Marijuana Licensees. – Contractor: BCA3, LLC – Location: 309 W. 7 Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48203 – Previous Contract Period: June 14, 2023 through June 14, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 14, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $75,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $180,000.00. CRIO

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

8.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution Establishing The Climate Disaster Recovery Taskforce.  (Pursuant to the request of Council Member Latisha Johnson, the Legislative Policy Division has attached a resolution establishing the Climate Disaster Recovery Taskforce for your approval.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

MISCELLANEOUS

8.3

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting memorandum relative to Request for an Opinion on Tax Abatements for Urban Agriculture.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

8.4

Council President Pro Tem James Tate

Submitting memorandum relative to Removing the Privileged and Confidential Title from the Legal Opinion on the Report Regarding the Renaissance Center's Eligibility for Historic Designation.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

9.

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

9.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006887 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Maintenance and Repair Services – Mobile Command Unit and Specialty Vehicles. – Contractor: Macqueen Equipment, LLC – Location: 78 Northpointe Drive, Lake Orion, MI. 48359 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Four (4) Years – Total Contract Amount: $300,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

MISCELLANEOUS

9.2

Council President Pro Tem James Tate

Submitting memorandum relative to Dead, Dangerous, and Diseased Tree Program Update.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

10.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

10.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution Urging Anti Speculation Legislation.  (The Legislative Policy Division (LPD) has been requested by Council Member Angela Whitfield Calloway to draft a resolution urging the Michigan Legislature to pass anti-speculation legislation. LPD submits the attached draft resolution for your consideration.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor. 8-0.

MISCELLANEOUS

10.2

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum relative to Redevelopment of the Renaissance Center Properties with Respect.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor. 8-0.

11.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

11.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081560 - 100% GHIB Funding – To Provide BNP Planned Residential Demolition for Properties Acquired through the Home Swap Program (102824). – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18715 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $222,350.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005172-A1 - 100% Grant Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Recycling Education and Technical Assistance Services. – Contractor: Green Living Science – Location: 1331 Holden Street, Detroit, MI 48202 – Previous Contract Period: April 1, 2023 through March 31, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 31, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $218,000.00. PUBLIC WORKS

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006526 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Medical Supplies & Equipment through Sourcewell Agreement (#022422-MML). – Contractor: McKesson Medical-Surgical Government Solutions LLC – Location: 1690 New Britain Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through April 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $500,000.00. HEALTH

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007011 - 100% Blight Funding – To Provide Demolition for Residential Group 2.7.2025 A – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18715 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of 18 Months. – Total Contract Amount: $2,205,527.10. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007012 - 100% Blight Funding – To Provide Demolition for Residential Group 2.7.2025 B – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18715 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of 18 Months. – Total Contract Amount: $1,861,726.65. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007013 - 100% Blight Funding – To Provide Demolition for Residential Group 2.7.2025 C – Contractor: Adamo Demolition Company – Location: 320 East Seven Mile, Detroit, MI 48203 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of 18 Months. – Total Contract Amount: $1,741,511.31. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007014 - 100% Blight Funding – To Provide Demolition for Residential Group 2.7.2025 D - Contractor: SC Environmental Services, LLC – Location: 1234 Washington Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of 18 Months. – Total Contract Amount: $1,609,963.95. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

11.8

Submitting report relative to

Local State of Emergency Declaration and Access to Funding. (Council Member Mary Waters has requested Legislative Policy Division (LPD) to answer the following questions, regarding Executive Order EO 2025-1, entered on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 in regards to the massive water main failure near Beard and Rowan streets in Southwest Detroit.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/ADMINISTRATION

11.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution to permit Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix by Lear to install 182 banners on Jefferson Ave. and Woodward Ave. from April 22, 2025 to June 12, 2025 in order to promote the 2025 Detroit Grand Prix. (Related to Petition #2025-033) (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.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

11.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit International Bridge Company, LLC (x2025-026), request for an encroachment within the street commonly known as 18th St., bounded by Fort St., and Lafayette Blvd., for an intended storm pipe and multi-use communications pvc as part of a future project, the encroachment is to connect the 14th St. area properties to the Bridge's pump station. (Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) reports being involved, but they have no objection provided the DWSD encroachment provisions are followed. The DWSD provisions have been made a part of the resolution All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Dev Detroit 1346 Gratiot, LLC (x2025-031), request for various encroachments within the east-west public alley, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 1366 Service, for the installation of an underground stormwater infrastructure. (Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) reports being involved, but they have no objection provided the DWSD encroachment provisions are followed. The DWSD provisions have been made a part of the resolution All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Henry Ford Health System (x2025-032), request for various encroachments within the median of W. Grand Blvd., in three separate locations for new directional and regulatory signs for Henry Ford Hospital located at 2799. (Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) reports being involved, but they have no objection provided the DWSD encroachment provisions are followed. The DWSD provisions have been made a part of the resolution All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

MISCELLANEOUS

11.13

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting memorandum relative to Request for Records and Intervention at 131 Atkinson St.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.14

Council President Mary Sheffield

Submitting memorandum relative to Inquiries on Urban Agriculture in Detroit.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

11.15

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum relative to Request to draft ordinance re: Business Licensing and Safety Violations.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

12.

VOTING ACTION MATTERS

13.

OTHER MATTERS

14.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL OFFICIALS AND AGENCIES

15.

PUBLIC COMMENT

1:30 Minutes: Betty Lyons, Vanetta Mae Mayberry, Caryn Clayton, Ann Goulet, Mary Legg, Ron Foster, Cunnigham, Charles Cousins, William M Davis, Mali Shelton, Carol Hughes, Karen Winston, Betty A Varner, Theo Pride, Reuben Crowley Jr, Office of Disabilities, FRank Hammer, JoAnn Warwick, Joyce, Samsung Phone, Cassandra Floyd, Karen Hammer, Galaxy A15, Bobby Johnson, Call In User 1, Whitney Clark, Tax Justice, Caller concerned about Line 8.1 Contract, Darren, Cindy Darrah, Demeeko Williams,

Reponses by Sheffield, Waters, Durhal, Santiago-Romero

16.

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

17.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF BUDGET

17.1

Durhal, reso. autho.

Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Supplemental Appropriations and Transfers Request. (The Administration is requesting Fiscal Year 2024-2025 supplemental appropriations and transfers for the expenditures outlined below and in the attached resolution.) (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 3-4-25 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 3-11-25)

Discussion: Tate, Benson, Durhal  

Durhal Motion to Postpone for 1 Week: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

18.1

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006481 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Services to Help Obtain Telecommunication Services and Connectivity for City Residents.. – Contractor: Dykema Gossett PLLC – Location: 39577 Woodward Avenue, Suite 300, Bloomfield Hills, Ml 48304 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through January 3, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $25,000.00. LAW 

Johnson Motion to Remove from Agenda: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried W

18.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003505-A5 - 100% Risk Management Funding – AMEND 5 – To Provide an Increase of Funds to Continue Litigation Services for Reverse Conviction Lawsuits. – Contractor: Nathan & Kamionski, LLP – Location: 500 Griswold Street, Suite 2300, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: June 30, 2023 through December 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $2,000,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $8,750,000.00. LAW 

Discussion: Young, Graham Anderson (Law)

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

LAW DEPARTMENT

18.3

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Channel Thompson v MAIPF, MACP, Auto Club Ins, COD, et al., Case Number: 23-006854-NI File Number: L23-00360 (RJB) (A37000) (DPD) in the amount of ($12,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Channel Thompson may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about May 30, 2022.     

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.4

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Eugene Fielder in lawsuit Joshua Wright et al v Brandon J Patton et al, Case No. 22-012932-NZ; L23-00059 (CAB) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Eugene Fielder. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.5

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Jason Harris in lawsuit Margarette Squires v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-015158-CZ; L24-01360 (CM) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Jason Harris.

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.6

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Robert Warren in lawsuit Kayla Jefferson v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-011732-NI; L24-01360 (CM) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Robert Warren. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.7

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Shaughn Mahoney in lawsuit Joshua Wright et al v Brandon J Patton et al, Case No. 22-012932-NZ; L23-00059 (CAB) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Shaughn Mahoney. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.8

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Sergeant Arthur Galeczka in lawsuit of Margarette Squires v City of Detroit et al  Case No. 24-015158-CZ; L24-01360 (CM) A37000 (Police Department) for Sergeant Arthur Galeczka. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.9

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Corporal Damon Dennard in lawsuit of Joshua Wright et al v Brandon J Patton et al, Case No. 22-012932-NZ; L23-00059 (CAB) A37000 (Police Department) for Corporal Damon Dennard. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.10

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Former PO Joshua Tarrants in lawsuit Joshua Wright et al v Brandon J Patton et al, Case No. 22-012932-NZ; L23-00059 (CAB) A37000 (Police Department) for Former PO Joshua Tarrants. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.11

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Douglas Baker in lawsuit Robert Shumake et al v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 25-000631-CZ; L25-00041(BP) A32000 (Law Department) for Douglas Baker. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.12

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Margaret Bauer as personal Representative of the Estate of Janice Bauer v. Geraldine Johnson et al, Case No. 24-000821-NI, File No. L24-00758 (GBP) in favor of Margaret Bauer, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Janice Bauer and Its attorney, ATNIP & ASSOCIATES, PLLC, in the amount of ($5,850,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Margaret Bauer, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Janice Bauer may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

18.13

Johnson, reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Sergeant Edward Brannock in lawsuit Joshua Wright et al v Brandon J Patton et al, Case No. 22-012932-NZ; L23-00059 (CAB) A37000 (Police Department) for Sergeant Edward Brannock. 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

HUMAN RESOURCES/LABOR RELATIONS DIVISION

18.14

Johnson, reso. autho.

Implementation of the Extension of the DROP Program for Members of Detroit Police Command Officers Association.  (The Labor Relations Division respectfully requests that your Honorable Body pass a resolution to approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Detroit and the Detroit Police Command Officers Association.) 

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

 RESOLUTIONS

18.15

Johnson, reso. autho. 

Reappointing Mr. Adrian-Keith Bennett, a resident of Detroit and City Council District 5, to the City Planning Commission as an at-large representative for a three-year term beginning on February 15, 2025 and ending February 14, 2028, and effective upon swearing-in by the City Clerk.

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 1

18.16

Johnson, reso. autho.

Reappointing Ms. Rachel M. Udabe, a resident of Detroit and City Council District 4, to the City Planning Commission as an atlarge representative for a three-year term beginning on February 15, 2025 and ending February 14, 2028, and effective upon swearing-in by the City Clerk.

Johnson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

19.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

19.1

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004522-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Landlord Repair: 2nd Floor Apt Program. – Contractor: Southwest Detroit Business Association – Location: 7752 West Vernor Highway, Detroit, MI 48209 – Previous Contract Period: July 1, 2022 through March 15, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $304,975.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

Tate Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 17

DETROIT BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

19.2

Tate, reso. autho.

Termination of the East Jefferson at Belle Isle Site within the East Riverfront District Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled January 22, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.) 

Tate Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

19.3

Tate, reso. autho.

Termination of the Stone Soap Brownfield Redevelopment Plan. (At the regularly scheduled January 22, 2025 DBRA Board of Directors meeting, DBRA staff recommended termination of the Plan on the basis that the project has failed to occur in accordance with Section 14(8)(b) of Act 381. The DBRA subsequently adopted a resolution (Exhibit B) approving the termination of the Plan and authorizing the submission of a copy of its resolution to request that City Council adopt a resolution terminating the Plan.) 

Tate Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

19.4

Tate, reso. autho.

Property Sale of 4841 McGregor. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Hispanic Manufacturing Center, L.L.C., a Michigan Limited Liability Company (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 4841 McGregor, Detroit, Michigan 48209 (the "Property") for the purchase price of Eleven Thousand Nine Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($11,900.00).) 

Tate Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

19.5

Tate, reso. autho.

Property Sale by Detroit Land Bank Authority Workin Rootz Development - Generally bound by Remington, Charleston, and Danbury Streets. (Pursuant to the Second Amended and Restated Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") between the City of Detroit and the Detroit Land Bank Authority ("DLBA"), approved by your Honorable Body on May 19, 2020, the DLBA may not transfer ten (10) or more parcels of property received from the City to the same transferee within any rolling 12-month period without the prior approval of the Mayor and City Council.) 

Tate Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

RESOLUTIONS

19.6

Tate reso. autho.

Resolution Waving the Privileged Status on Law Department Report Entitled The Renaissance Center's Eligibility for Historic Designation. 

Tate Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 2 

20.

PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

20.1

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3076526 – 100% Blight Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 17892 Dresden. – Contractor: Gayanga Co – Location: 1120 W Baltimore, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48202 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $27,104.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.2

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081315 – 100% Blight Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 17870 Arlington. – Contractor: Salenbien Trucking and Excavating, Inc. – Location: 985 East Jefferson Avenue, Suite 300, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $22,150.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Tate Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.3

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081318 – 100% Blight Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 14460 Alma. – Contractor: Salenbien Trucking and Excavating, Inc. – Location: 985 East Jefferson Avenue, Suite 300, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $22,760.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.4

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081314 - Notification to Council – 100% Blight Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 9333 Weyher. – Contractor: Salenbien Trucking and Excavating, Inc. – Location: 985 East Jefferson Avenue, Suite 300, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $18,710.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.5

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081317 - Notification to Council – 100% Blight Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 15744 Bramell. – Contractor: Salenbien Trucking and Excavating, Inc. – Location: 985 East Jefferson Avenue, Suite 300, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $24,660.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.6

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081131 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 6625 McDonald. – Contractor: Detroit Next, Inc. – Location: 1001 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $17,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (7): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Coleman Young. Nays (1): Mary Waters Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.7

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081132 – 100% Blight Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 15355 Freeland. – Contractor: Salenbien Trucking and Excavating, Inc. – Location: 985 East Jefferson Avenue, Suite 300, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $16,180.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.8

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081402 – 100% Blight Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Commercial Properties, 13400, 13406 & 13412 Justine. – Contractor: Adamo Demolition Company – Location: 320 East Seven Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48203 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $47,895.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.9

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081526 – 100% Blight Funding – To Provide an Emergency Alteration for the Commercial Property, 3615 Arndt. – Contractor: Adamo Demolition Company – Location: 320 East Seven Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48203 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $28,600.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (7): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (1): Gabriela Santiago-Romero Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.10

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081529 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 526 Harmon. – Contractor: Detroit Next, Inc. – Location: 1001 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $36,890.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.11

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3081534 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 1176 Clairmount. – Contractor: Detroit Next, Inc. – Location: 1001 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $26,900.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (7): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (1): Mary Waters Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

20.12

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006981 - 100% Capital Funding – To Provide Architecture and Engineering Services to Renovate and Restore the Merrill Fountain located in Palmer Park. – Contractor: Giffels-Webster Engineers, Inc. – Location: 28 W. Adams Avenue, Suite 1200, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $420,929.76. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 3

20.13

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006963 - 100% PLD Decommissioning Funding – Maintenance and Repair Service of Underground Cables for PLD Assets. – Contractor: Energy Group, Inc.– Location: 1600 East Grand Blvd, Suite 300 Detroit, MI 48211 – Contract Period: upon City Council Approval for a Two (2) Year Period – Total Contract Amount: $3,000,000.00. PUBLIC LIGHTING (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 4

20.14

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006984  - 100% City Funding – To Provide Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze. – Contractor: Rowley Brothers, Inc. dba Rowleys Wholesale – Location: 15555 Noecker Way, Southgate, MI 48195 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $200,000.00. TRANSPORTATION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/03/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (6): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (2): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

21.

NEW BUSINESS

MAYOR'S OFFICE

21.1

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Rodney Howell (#2025-029) request to hold "The White Dinner Party" on July 26th, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Roosevelt Park at 2380 Dalzelle Street, Detroit, MI. Set-up will begin at 11 :00 AM on July 26th, 2025 and be completed by 2:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin at 10:00 PM on July 26th, 2025 and be completed by 11:00 PM the same day. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/06/25)

Young Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 5

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

21.2

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006076-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Exercise One (1) Year Renewal for Recreation Summer Youth Program Services. – Contractor: Rosedale Park Baptist Church – Location: 14179 Evergreen Road, Detroit, MI 48223 – Previous Contract Period: June 24, 2024 through June 24, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: June 25, 2025 through June 24, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $75,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $150,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/06/25)

Young Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 6

21.3

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006078-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Exercise One (1) Year Renewal for Recreation Summer Youth Program Services. – Contractor: Urban Neighborhood Initiatives – Location: 8300 Longworth, Detroit, MI 48209 – Previous Contract Period: May 7, 2024 through May 7, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: May 8, 2025 through May 7, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $75,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $150,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/06/25)

Young Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 7

21.4

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006377-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Exercise One (1) Year Renewal for Recreation Summer Youth Program Services. – Contractor: Fit4Life Health and Wellness, LLC – Location: 19522 West McNichols, Detroit, MI 48219 – Previous Contract Period: June 18, 2024 through June 18, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: June 19, 2025 through June 18, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $75,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $150,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/06/25)

Young Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 8

21.5

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006075-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Exercise One (1) Year Renewal for Recreation Summer Youth Program Services. – Contractor: Word In Action Christian Center – Location: 19760 Meyers, Detroit, MI 48235 – Previous Contract Period: May 21, 2024 through May 21, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: May 22, 2025 through May 21, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $75,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $150,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/06/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 9

LAW DEPARTMENT

21.6

Benson, A Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 19 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Food, Article III, Sanitation Standards, Division 22, Water, Plumbing and Waste - Plumbing System, Subdivision E, Operation and Maintenance, by amending Section 19-3-772, Prohibiting a cross connection, by repealing and replacing Section 19-3-773, Scheduling inspection and service for a water system device to Backflow Device; Testing, and by adding Section 19-3-776, Inspections, and Section 19-3-777, Violations, to provide clarity on prohibited cross connection types, protective devices, inspection standards, and to rectify violations. INTRODUCE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/10/25)

Benson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

21.7

Benson, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment.

Benson Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

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

21.8

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Detroit Sidewalk Repair and Maintenance Grant. (The Michigan Department of Transportation has awarded the City of Detroit Department of Public Works with the FY 2025 Detroit Sidewalk Repair and Maintenance Grant for a total of $500,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $500,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/10/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

21.9

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2024 Recycling Infrastructure Grant. (The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy has awarded the City of Detroit Department of Public Works with the FY 2024 Recycling Infrastructure Grant for a total of $780,000.00. The State share is $780,000.00 of the approved amount, and there is a required cash match of $195,000.00. The total project cost is $975,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/10/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 11

21.10

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Transportation for the FY 2025 Safe Routes to School Grant. (The Department of Public Works is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Transportation for the FY 2025 Safe Routes to School Grant. The amount being sought is $2,196,309.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $2,196,309.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/10/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 12

 

21.11

Submitting report relative to

Report submitted for all donated assets accepted to improve existing City of Detroit Parks and facilities for Calendar Year 2024 Quarter 3 and Quarter 4. (Attached herein is a report of all non-cash donated assets that were accepted to improve existing City of Detroit parks for calendar year 2024 Quarter 3 and Quarter 4. This includes the period between July 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/06/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Receive & File Report: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/ADMINISTRATION

21.12

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Resolution Authorizing The City To Enter Into A Contract with Detroit Grand Prix for Grand Prix Races and to Issue Permits for Racing Events to Take Place in Downtown Detroit.  (The City Motor Vehicle Racing Act of 1981, being MCL 257.1701 et seq. (“the Act”), authorizes the City of Detroit (“the City”) to issue a permit for motor vehicle racing events.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/10/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried 

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

21.13

Santiago-Romero,  reso. autho.

Petition of City of Detroit, General Services Department (x2025-037), request to dedicate land, former Conrail Railroad Right of Way for the additional expansion of the Joe Louis Greenway project.  (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 ON 03/10/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 13

RESOLUTIONS

21.14

Durhal, reso. autho.

Recognizing National Women In Construction Week. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/10/25)

Durhal Motion to Approve (In the name of the Council): Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 14

21.15

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Recognizing March 2025 As Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/10/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 15

21.16

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Recognizing March 2025 As Social Work Month. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/10/25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young. Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried Waiver 16

22.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

23.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

23.1

Submitting report relative to

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

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

LAW DEPARTMENT

23.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Brown, Julius v City of Detroit; Case No. 23-015173-NI, File No. L23-00687 (JSH) A37000 (Police Department) in the amount of ($75,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Julius Brown may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about January 21, 2021.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

23.3

Submitting report relative to

Placeholder regarding Emergency Demolition Procurement City Council Process. (The Law Department has submitted a privileged and confidential memorandum regarding the above –referenced matter. Please submit this item for referral so that Council may consider any action that is necessary.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

24.

NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE

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

MAYOR'S OFFICE

24.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Apex Event, LLC (#2025-034) request to hold the "Grand Slam 2025" on April 4, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM the same day. Event will be located at 1526 Broadway St., Detroit, MI 48226. Set-up will begin on April 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM and be completed by 8:00 AM on April 4, 2025. Tear down will begin on April 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM and be completed by 5:00 PM on April 5, 2025.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

24.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of General Services Department (#2025-036), request to hold the "Easter Fun Fest" on April 19, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Lasky Park and Recreation Center. Set-up will begin at 07:00 AM on April 18, 2025 and be completed by 1:00 PM April 19, 2025. Tear down will begin at 05:00 PM on April 19, 2025 and be completed by 10:00 PM the same day. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

24.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of RF Events (#2025-042), request to hold the "Hightail to Ale 5K" on May 9, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on 2375 Franklin St., Detroit. Set-up will begin at 10:00 AM on May 9, 2025 and be completed by 6:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin at 8:00 PM on May 9, 2025 and be completed by 10:00 PM the same day. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

24.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Greek Independence Day Committee (#2025-040), request to hold the "Detroit Greek Independence Day Parade" on April 6, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Greektown. Set-up will begin at 08:00 AM on April 6, 2025 and be completed by 12:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin at 07:00 PM on April 6, 2025 and be completed by 09:00 PM the same day. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING  COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

24.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of LGBT Detroit (#2025-043), request to hold the "Hotter Than July" on July 26, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM the same day. Event will be located at Palmer Park. Set-up will begin on July 26, 2025 at 7:00 AM and be completed by 9:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin on July 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM and be completed by 7:00 PM on July 26, 2025. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

24.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Congress of Communities and Detroit Creative Society (#2025-041), request to hold the "Pieces of Detroit" on April 26, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM the same day. Event will be located at Mexican Community Development located at 2826 Bagley St., Detroit, MI 48216. Set-up will begin on April 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM and be completed by 1 :00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin on April 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM and be completed by 7:00 PM on April 26, 2025. 

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

24.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006980 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Animal Care Supplies for the City of Detroit Animal Care Shelter. – Contractor: Rayman Enterprises, Inc. DBA Premier Pet Supply – Location: 31215 Southfield Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval For a Period of One (1) Year – Total Contract Amount: $123,603.55. GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

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

24.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept a donation of up to 101 trees from the Greening of Detroit for various parks across the City of Detroit.  (The Greening of Detroit has awarded up to 101 trees, valued at $85,850.00, to the City of Detroit General Services Department, for various parks across the City of Detroit, including Latham, Dequindre-Grixdale, Nagel, and Yates Parks. There is no match requirement for this donation. This is a non-cash donation.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

24.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) for the FY 2025 Salsinger Park Expansion Grant.  (The City of Detroit General Services Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) for the FY 2025 Salsinger Park Expansion Grant. The amount being sought is $168,700.00. The State share is $168,700.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $56,300.00. The total project cost is $225,000.00.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

24.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) for the FY 2025 Joe Louis Greenway Parcel Expansion Grant. (The City of Detroit General Services Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) for the FY 2025 Joe Louis Greenway Parcel Expansion Grant. The amount being sought is $296,200.00. The State share is $296,200.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $98,800.00. The total project cost is $395,000.00.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

25.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

25.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004378-A2 - 100% GHIBP Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Trash-outs and Board Up Services for Residential Properties in Preparation for Rehab Services. – Contractor: GTJ Consulting, LLC – Location: 22955 Industrial Drive West, St Clair Shores, MI 48080 – Previous Contract Period: May 3, 2022 through June 30, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $200,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

25.2

Submitting report and Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, by amending Article XVII, Zoning District Maps, Section 50-17-47, District Map No. 45, to revise the zoning classification for eight parcels generally bound by an alley to the north, between Hartford Street to the east, McGraw Street to the south, and John E Hunter Street to the west, commonly known as 4344, 4338, 4332, 4324, 4320, 4314, 4306, and 4302 McGraw Street, from the R2 District (Two-Family Residential) zoning classification to the SDI Special Development District (Small-scale, Mixed-Use) zoning classification.  (RECOMMEND APPROVAL – ORDINANCE INCLUDED FOR INTRODUCTION TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH CORPORATION

25.3

Submitting report relative to

Council Member Angela Whitfield-Calloway’s Questions Regarding 20201 Livernois.  (Council Member Whitfield Calloway raised several questions in relation to the project located at 20201 Livernois.)  

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

25.4

Submitting report relative to

Questions On Detroit Land Bank Operations.  (The Legislative policy Division (LPD) has been requested to provide a report regarding the Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA). LPD has provided answers to the following questions:)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

25.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 15650 W Warren to Dyno Electric Inc., a Michigan Corporation.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Dyno Electric Inc., a Michigan Corporation (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 15650 W Warren, Detroit, Michigan 48228 (the "Property") for the purchase price of Forty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($40,000.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

25.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 13809 Joseph Campau. (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Alibi Studio LLC, a Michigan Limited Liability Company (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 13809 Joseph Campau Avenue, Detroit, Michigan 48212 (the "Property") for the purchase price of Fifty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($50,000.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

25.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 17152 Wyoming & 17156 Wyoming.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Greater Works Ministry, a Michigan Non-Profit Corporation (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 17152 Wyoming and 17156 Wyoming, Detroit, Michigan 48221 (the "Property") for the purchase price of Five Thousand 00/100 Dollars ($5,000.00).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 8-0

26.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

26.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006935 - REVENUE – To Provide the Removal and Sale of Scrap Metal. – Contractor: Ferrous Processing & Trading Co. – Location: 3400 E. Lafayette, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: April 4, 2025 through April 3, 2027 – Revenue Rate: 55 to 85% of American Metal Market Commodity Prices. PUBLIC WORKS

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

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

26.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept an Increase in Appropriation for the FY 2025 Preventing Auto Theft Grant.  (The Michigan State Police has awarded the City of Detroit Police Department with the FY 2025 Preventing Auto Theft Grant for a total of $3,975,893.00. The State share is $2,385,536.00 of the approved amount, and there is a $1,590,357.00 match. The grant was adopted in the FY 2025 budget in the amount of $3,839,469.00. The grant was awarded at a higher amount than was budgeted. We are requesting to increase appropriation 21301, in the amount of $136,424.00, to reflect the total project cost of $3,975,893.00.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

26.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept an increase in appropriation for the FY 2025 Public Health Emergency Preparedness - Cities Readiness Initiatives Grant. (The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded an increase in appropriation to the City of Detroit Health Department for the FY 2025 Public Health Emergency Preparedness - Cities Readiness Initiatives Grant, in the amount of $19,647.00. This grant was approved by Council in the adopted budget. This funding will increase appropriation 21316 by $13,344.00. This grant was previously approved in the amount of $257,544.00, and will be increased to a total of $270,888.00.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

26.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2025 Simon Foundation Grant. (The Simon Foundation has awarded the City of Detroit Project Clean Slate Team with the FY 2025 Simon Foundation Grant for a total of $20,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $20,000.00.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

26.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept an Increase in Appropriation for the FY 2025 Medical Reserve Corps 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 Medical Reserve Corps Grant, in the amount of $5,114.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21424, previously approved in the amount of $78,184.00, by council on November 26, 2024, to a total of $83,298.00.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

26.6

Submitting report relative to

Installation of tools to prevent wrong-way driving on highways. (City Council Member Mary Waters has requested the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) to produce a report on the installation of tools to prevent wrong-ways drivers on highways.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

26.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution In Support of State Legislation on Gun Safety Training.  (City Council Member Mary Waters has requested the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) to produce a resolution in support of state legislation requiring firearm owners who have children to receive training on how to safely secure firearms so that they cannot be accessed by children.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor.8-0.

27.

CONSENT AGENDA

28.

MEMBER REPORTS

Durhal, Waters, Sheffield

29.

ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE

30.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CLERK

30.1

Report on approval of proceedings by the Mayor.

31.

TESTIMONIAL RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL PRIVILEGE

31.1

Durhal, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution for Ms. Billie Jean Harris "Celebrating 100 Years."

Durhal Motion to Approve: Yeas (8): Fred Durhal, Mary Sheffield, Scott Benson, James Tate, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Coleman Young Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried