MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION

Tuesday, July 01, 2025 at 10:00 A.m. - 12:00 P.m.

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

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

HENRY FORD AND BRAIN CANCER AWARENESS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 

 

COUNCIL PRESIDENT MARY SHEFFIELD

COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM JAMES TATE

COUNCIL MEMBER SCOTT BENSON

COUNCIL MEMBER ANGELA WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY

COUNCIL MEMBER FRED DURHAL III

COUNCIL MEMBER LATISHA JOHNSON

COUNCIL MEMBER GABRIELA SANTIAGO-ROMERO

COUNCIL MEMBER MARY WATERS

COUNCIL MEMBER COLEMAN A. YOUNG II

 

Glenn Kersey

Asst. City Council Committee Clerk

           

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1.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT: Johnson, Santiago-Romero, Waters, Tate, Sheffield, Whitfield-Calloway   

ABSENT: Young, Benson, Durhal

6-3 QUORUM PRESENT

2.

INVOCATION

Pastor DJ

Impact Church

844 Elmdale St, Detroit, MI

48213

 

 

3.

APPROVAL OF JOURNAL OF LAST SESSION

Benson takes seat 7-0

PER THE CHAIR: JOURNAL FROM JUNE 17, 2025 APPROVED. All Present Council Members in favor 7-0 

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:

OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK/CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

7.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate Application for a new 57-unit apartment building at 301 and 321 Edmund Place in the Crosswinds (Woodward Place) Neighborhood Enterprise Zone area (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) (The office of the City Planning Commission (CPC) has received an application requesting a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificate for the construction of a new 57-unit rental apartment building at 301 and 321 Edmund Place in the Brush Park Neighborhood.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE & AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (7-0)

8.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

Tate leaves seat 6-0

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

8.1

Submitting reso. autho.

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

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

8.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3084715 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Payment for Outstanding Parking Invoices during 2024 Election. – Contractor: Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority (DRCFA) – Location: Washington Boulevard, Suite 401, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $87,025.00. ELECTIONS

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

8.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6000554-A15 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 15 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Legal Services. – Contractor: Fink Bressack, PLLC – Location: 535 Griswold, Suite 1000, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: November 16, 2016 through June 30, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: November 16, 2016 through June 30, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $400,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $5,970,000.00. LAW

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

8.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007176 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Legal Representation to Covered Individuals in Jeopardy of Losing Their Housing and/or Housing Subsidy or Voucher. – Contractor: Legal Aid and Defenders Association – Location: 613 Abbott Street, 6th Floor, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through September 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $698,680.00. LAW

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

LAW DEPARTMENT

8.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Bryan Sloan v. City of Detroit, et al, Case No. 24-016476-NI, File No. L24-01417(GBP), Police Department, in the amount of ($65,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Bryan Sloan may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

8.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Renee McLehan v City of Detroit, Case No. 24-009724-NF, File No. L24-01315(GBP), Transportation Department, in the amount of ($12,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Renee McLehan may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

8.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit Tyrese Knight v City of Detroit, Otis Funches, Ryan M. Ruloff, Matthew Webb, J. Erwin, Case No. 23-cv-10295, File No. L23-00230(CM), Police Department, in the amount of ($10,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Tyrese Knight may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

8.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Complete Fitness RHB (Renee McLehan) v. City of Detroit, Case No. 24-004916-NF, File No. L24-01326 (GBP), Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($10,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Complete Fitness RHB may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

8.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Mary Kennedy v City of Detroit, Case No. 21-009467 NF, File No. L21-00701 (YRB) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($27,500.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Mary Kennedy may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about August 3, 2020.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

8.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Kimberly Glenn v City of Detroit, Case No. 24-002093-NF, File No. L24-00807 (SVD) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($15,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Kimberly Glenn may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about March 20, 2023.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

MISCELLANEOUS

8.11

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Submitting memorandum relative to Inquiry into Separate Legal Counsel for Independent Agencies in Detroit.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor 6-0 

9.

NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE

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

MAYOR'S OFFICE

9.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Cody Alumni Association (#2025-152), request to hold "Cody High Alumni Annual Picnic" on July 26, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM the same day at Stein Field. Set-up will begin on July 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM and be completed by 10:00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin on July 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM and be completed by 8:00 PM the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

9.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006673 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Rentals of Recreational Inflatables, Games, and Etc. for Parks and Recreation. – Contractor: Jokers 4 Fun, LLC – Location: 26328 Fordson Highway, Redford, MI 48235 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval For a Term of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $80,500.00. GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

9.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006916 - 100% IPA Funding – To Provide Fire Rescue Vehicles. – Contractor: R & R Fire Truck Repair, Inc. – Location: 295 Industrial Park Drive, Belleville, MI 48111 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval For a Term of Five (5) Years. – Total Contract Amount: $16,733,949.12. GENERAL SERVICES

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD & COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

10.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

10.1

Submitting reso. autho.

DSS #11 SINGLE FAMILY HOME REPAIRS - SCHEDULE 11 - 100% Grant/City Funding – To Provide Residential Home Repairs. Such repairs must correct existing health and safety hazard present in the home and may include, but are not limited to, lead hazard control, electrical repairs, furnace replacement, roof replacement, plumbing repairs, door and window replacement, porches, and other structural repairs. Schedule Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Five (5) Years. Total Maximum Order Limitation: $50,000,000.00 (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 06/23/25 TO BE REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

10.2

Submitting report relative to

Critical Funding for Federal Historic Preservation Investment.  (This letter to inform you that The Historic Designation Advisory Board (“HDAB”) has contacted Michigan Congressional Delegation to continue support of critical funding for federal historic perseveration investment to the states through the Historic Preservation Fund. (HPF).)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

10.3

Submitting report relative to

Follow up questions to memo regarding Section 108 Loans.  (On June 23, 2025, the Housing and Revitalization Department (HRD) produced a memo in response to Council Member Mary Waters’ memo entitled “Questions on Section 108 Loan Usage.” After reviewing the memo, the Legislative Policy Division sent follow-up questions to HRD asking for further information.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

10.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Approval and Authorization to Accept Easement Interest in furtherance of the "Detroit Charge Ahead" Initiative. (The "Detroit Charge Ahead" Initiative (the "Initiative") is seeking to establish publicly available electrical vehicle charging stations ( each, a "Charging Station") at privately-owned sites across Detroit. In furtherance of the Initiative, the City has negotiated and obtained from Seven Oaks Investment, L.L.C. ("Owner") a signed and notarized agreement for an easement ("Easement") at the Owner's property commonly referred to as Mike's Fresh Market, located at 19195 Livernois, Detroit, Michigan 48221 ("EVCS Property").)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

10.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Approval and Authorization to Accept Easement Interest in furtherance of the "Detroit Charge  Ahead" Initiative. (The "Detroit Charge Ahead" Initiative (the "Initiative") is seeking to establish publicly available electrical vehicle charging stations (each, a "Charging Station") at privately-owned sites across Detroit. In furtherance of the Initiative, the City has negotiated and obtained from Wendy's Properties, LLC ("Owner") signed and notarized agreements for easements ("Easements") at the Owner's properties commonly referred to as (i) Wendy's Grand River located at 9768 West Grand River, Detroit, Michigan 48204 and (ii) Wendy's E. Jefferson located at 6601 East Jefferson, Detroit, Michigan 48207, respectively ("EVCS Properties").)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

MISCELLANEOUS

10.6

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Submitting memorandum relative to “Bridge Plaza” as a land-use zone requiring screening.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0) 

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. 6007226 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Abatement and Demolition of Planned Commercial Site at 12115 Cloverdale. – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18701 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval For a Period of One (1) Year. – Total Contract Amount: $200,860.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004591-A2 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: BBK Towing & Recovery, Inc. – Location: 1821 Trombly Street, Detroit, MI 48211 – Contract Period: December 12, 2022 through July 31, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $335,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $721,250.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006987 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – To Provide Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: Troy's Towing, Inc. – Location: 9615 Grinnell Street, Detroit, MI 48213 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $2,250,000.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006990 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – To Provide Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: 7 D's Towing & Storage, Inc. – Location: 5700 E. Nevada Street, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $2,250,000.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006989 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – To Provide Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: Bobby’s T.C.B. Towing Service, Inc. – Location: 10401 Lyndon Street, Detroit, MI 48238 – Contract Period: August 25,2025 for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $2,250,000.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006988 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – To Provide Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: Wayne's Service, Inc. – Location: 20495 Sherwood Street, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $2,250,000.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004592-A2 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – AMEND 2 - To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: 7 D's Towing & Storage, Inc. – Location: 5700 E. Nevada Street, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: December 12, 2022 through July 31, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $138,340.00 - Total Contract Amount: $487,525.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004594-A2 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: Troy's Towing, Inc. – Location: 9615 Grinnell Street, Detroit, MI 48213 – Contract Period: December 12, 2022 through July 31, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $309,480.00 – Total Contract Amount: $800,475.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006986 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – To Provide Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: BBK Towing & Recovery, Inc. – Location: 1821 Trombly Street, Detroit, MI 48211 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $2,250,000.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004593-A2 - 100% Special Revenue Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Police Authorized Towing Services. – Contractor: Wayne's Service, Inc. – Location: 20495 Sherwood Street, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: December 12, 2022 through July 31, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $179,959.00 – Total Contract Amount: $554,225.00. POLICE

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007236 - 100% General Funding – To Provide Water Treatment Services for Facilities Maintenance. – Contractor: Chardon Laboratories, Inc. – Location: 299 E Hurd Road, Monroe, MI 48162 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $325,000.00.  CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

11.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007239 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Paint Supplies and Paint Equipment Repair Services. – Contractor: The Sherwin-Williams Company – Location: 13415 Lyndon Street, Detroit MI 48227 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $250,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

DEPARTMENT OF APPEALS AND HEARINGS

11.13

Submitting report relative to

Dangerous Buildings Findings and Orders for June 13th, 2025.  (The Department of Appeals and Hearings (DAH) has filed the findings and demolition orders of the Hearing Officer for the Dangerous Buildings hearings held on June 13th, 2025, in accordance with Section 8-17-24(d) of the 2019 Detroit City Code. These matters are to be scheduled for a show cause hearing before City Council not less than 30 days after the date of hearing. See City Code Section 8-17-25(a).) 

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF BUDGET

11.14

Submitting report relative to

Fiscal Impact of Fiscal Impact of the Proposed Electric Vehicle Charging Rates Ordinance  Amendment.  (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.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

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

11.15

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for the FY 2026 STOP-L Culturally Specific and Underserved Grant. (The Police Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for the FY 2026 STOP-L Culturally Specific and Underserved Grant. The amount being sought is $260,103.00. The State share is $260,103.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $86,434.00. The total project cost is $346,537.00.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

PUBLIC LIGHTING DEPARTMENT

11.16

Submitting reso. autho.

Sale of Surplus Conduit to DTE Energy Van Dyke Bridge over 1-94, Detroit, Ml. (The City of Detroit ("City"), through its Public Lighting Department ("PLD"), owns fifteen (15) 5-inch diameter utility line conduits within the Van Dyke Avenue (M-53) Bridge overpass above 1-94 in Detroit, Michigan. DTE ("DTE") wishes to purchase ten (10) of the conduits (the "Van Dyke Bridge Conduits") for the purchase price of one hundred fifty-three thousand five hundred thirty and 56/100 dollars ($153,530.56) (the "Purchase Price") to build a connection from the new Promenade Substation (Harper/Van Dyke) across 1-94.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

11.17

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Public Schools (x2025-128), request for the Decertification/Vacation, ‘Outright’ of Rosemont Avenue, 60 ft. wide, lying southerly of Cathedral Ave., 60 ft. wide and lying northerly of Dover Street and within the parcel commonly known as 18445 Cathedral Street. (All other involved City Departments, and privately owned utility companies have reported no objections.)

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

MISCELLANEOUS

11.18

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting Resolution in Support of the Tenant Empowerment Bill package in The Michigan Senate and State House.

PER THE CHAIR: REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE. All Present Council Members in favor (6-0)

12.

VOTING ACTION MATTERS

13.

OTHER MATTERS

-NONE-

14.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL OFFICIALS AND AGENCIES

-NONE-

15.

PUBLIC COMMENT

2:00 Minutes: Betty Lyons, Cunningham, Antonio Mc Curdy, Ms Williams, Antwain Hart, Sedrick Huff, Ronald Foster,  Halloway (Galaxy S22), Karen Winston, Ms. Mayberry, William M Davis, Russ Bellant, Carol Hughes, Margeruette Maddox, Tahirta Ahmad , X169, Brooke Harris, Heidi West, District 5 Resident (JoAnn Warwick), Galaxy S10, Ruby Riley, Melissa Love, Brian Silvers, Demeeko Williams,Cindy Darrah, X434, Renard Monchunski, IPhone Izzy, Evelyn, 

responses by Johnson, Sheffield, Santiago-Romero, Tate, Whitfield-Calloway, Benson

Waters leaves seat 5-0

Tate retakes seat 6-0

Durhal takes 7-0

16.

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

17.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

LAW DEPARTMENT

17.1

Johnson, reso. autho. 

Settlement in lawsuit of Claybon Allen v. Gabrielle Rogers and City of Detroit, Case No: 24-013914-NI File No: L24-01309 (AA) (A37000) in the amount of ($57,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Claybon Allen may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about November 27, 2022.   

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

17.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Vernell Rushon v City of Detroit and James Clark Davis, III, Case No: 22-10239 File No: L23-00135 (CB) (A37000) in the amount of ($200,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Vernell Rushon may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about August 21, 2021. 

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

17.3

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Sammy Dupree v Dana Paris Mcgregor, City Of Detroit, Detroit Police Department and Progressive Michigan Insurance Company, Case No: 23-008244-NI FILE NO: L23-00429 (CB) (A37000) in the amount of ($100,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Sammy Dupree may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about March 1, 2020. 

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

Waters retakes seat 8-0

18.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

18.1

Tate, An Ordinance

To amend to amend Article XVII, Section 50-17-49, District Map No. 47 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Chapter 50, Zoning firstly to show an R3 (Low Density Residential District) zoning classification where a PD (Planned Development District) zoning classification is currently shown for sixteen lots on Yosemite Avenue and Riviera Avenue in the vicinity of Chapel Hill Missionary Baptist Church on Joy Road near Grand River Avenue, and secondly to show an R2 (Two Family Residential District) zoning classification on two lots on Humphrey Avenue where a PD (Planned Development District) zoning classification is currently shown in the vicinity of St. Paul AME Zion Church on Dexter Avenue between Lawrence and Humphrey.  ROLL CALL

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

18.2

Tate, An 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.  ROLL CALL

Benson leaves set 7-0

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

18.3

Tate, An Ordinance

To amend Chapter 21 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, History, to establish the Rosa and Raymond Parks Flat Historic District and to define the elements of design for the district by adding Article II, Historic Districts and Landmarks, Division 5, Designated Districts, Section 21-2-252, Rosa and Raymond Parks Flat Historic District.  (SIX (6) VOTES REQUIRED AND SHALL BE GIVEN IMMEDIATE EFFECT AND SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE UPON PUBLICATION) ROLL CALL

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING PROCUREMENT

18.4

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006367-A1 - 100% CDBG - DR Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Private Sewer Repairs. – Contractor: DMC Consultants – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: June 13, 2024 through November 2, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $1,500,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $4,500,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

Benson retakes seat 8-0

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

18.5

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006365-A1 - 100% CDBG - DR Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Private Sewer Repairs – Contractor: Five Star Energy Services, LLC – Location: W 2287055 Enterprise Drive, Big Bend, Wisconsin 53103 – Previous Contract Period: July 13, 2024 through November 2, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $1,500,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $4,500,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

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

18.6

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006380-A1 - 100% CDBG - DR Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Private Sewer Repairs – Contractor: Murphy Pipeline Contractors, LLC – Location: 12235 New Berlin Road, Jacksonville, FL 32226 – Previous Contract Period: July 13, 2024 through November 2, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $1,500,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $4,500,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

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

18.7

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006368-A1 - 100% CDBG - DR Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Private Sewer Repairs. – Contractor: DMC Consultants – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: June 13, 2024 through November 2, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $1,500,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $4,500,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

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

18.8

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006369-A1 - 100% CDBG - DR Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds Only for Private Sewer Repairs. – Contractor: LGC Global, Inc. – Location: 7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 500, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: June 13, 2024 through November 2, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $2,500,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $7,500,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

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

18.9

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007177 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Gordie Howe International Bridge Project to Rehab Property at 4559 Pacific. – Contractor: Jozef Contractor, Inc. – Location: 17245 Mt. Elliot, Detroit, MI 48212 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $173,250.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

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

18.10

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004320-A5 - 100% ESG/CDBG Funding – AMEND 5 – To Provide an Increase of Funds and Amend Scope of Work for Fiduciary Services for Homelessness Programs. – Contractor: Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency – Location: 7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 810, Detroit, MI 48202 – Previous Contract Period: March 29, 2022 through December 31, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $215,703.75 – Total Contract Amount: $1,558,439.05. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

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

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

18.11

Tate, reso. autho.

A Resolution Authorizing Alterations in a PCA Zoning District at 636 Woodward Ave. (RECOMMEND APPROVAL)  (The City Planning Commission (CPC) has received a request from Jones Sign on behalf of Cava restaurant for PCA (Public Center Adjacent) Special District Review of two proposed signs at 636 Woodward Avenue. This request is being made consistent with the provisions of Section 50-3-222 of the Detroit Zoning Ordinance.) 

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

 

18.12

Tate, A Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 50 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Zoning, by amending Article XVII, Zoning District Maps, Section 50-17-3, District Map No. 2, to modify the development regulations for the existing PD Planned Development District zoning classification, as established by Ordinance No. 42-95, for the western portion of the property commonly known as 1326 St. Antoine, generally bounded by Clinton Street to the north, the 1-375 Chrysler Service Drive to the east, Macomb Street to the south, and St. Antoine to the west, to allow for a life sciences cancer research and patient treatment center with supportive medical and learning spaces and to also allow for uses that are permissible in the B5 Major Business District zoning classification. INTRODUCE

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

18.13

Tate, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment.

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

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

18.14

Tate, reso. autho.

Awarding New Annual HOME, CNI, and AHD & PF Awards for multiple projects.  (The City of Detroit (“City”), through the Housing and Revitalization Department ("HRD"), makes funding available for "ready-to-proceed projects" from HOME Investment Partnership (“HOME”), Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Grant (“CNI”), and Affordable Housing Development & Preservation Fund (“AHD&PF”) funds allocated to the City through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") and other sources. HRD has continued to work closely with HUD to meet required commitment and disbursement deadlines for new and ongoing projects approved by the City.) 

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

18.15

Tate, reso. autho.

Resolution to Revoke Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate Number 3-21-0038 held by Detroit Public Media, a Michigan nonprofit corporation, in accordance with Section 12(2) of the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act (Public Act 146 of 2000) (the “Act”) (Related to Petition #1527).  (On October 19, 2021, after holding an appropriate public hearing, your Honorable Body voted to grant a Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate to 234 Piquette, LLC, in accordance with the Act, which proposed to rehabilitate the Property for a mix of commercial and industrial uses. The Michigan Department of Treasury subsequently granted Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Exemption Certificate Number 3-21-0038 (the “OPREC”) to 234 Piquette, LLC for the Property on November 22, 2024.) 

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

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

18.16

Tate, reso. autho.

Property Sale of 5348 Larchmont Street & 5414 Tireman Street.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Ark of Deliverance, a domestic non-profit corporation (the “Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property 5348 Larchmont Street, Detroit, MI 48204 (the “Property”) for the purchase price of Six Thousand Eight and 00/100 Dollars ($6,800.00).) 

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

19.

PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

19.1

Benson, An Ordinance

To amend Chapter 48 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Utilities, by adding Article IV, Electric Vehicle Charging, to include Section 48-4-1, Authority,  Section 48-4-2, Definitions,  Section 48-4-3, Payment of costs; repayment to City; Section 48-4-4, Signals identifying electric vehicle charging station rates and towing notice requirements, Section 48-4-5, Electric power provided by DTE; electric vehicle charging station rate formula; changing rates, Section 48-4-6, Idling fees; grace period; maximum fee cap; waivers, Section 48-4-7, Establishment of kWh adder rates and idling fees, Section 48-4-8, Forms of designated payment; unused per session fees, Section 48-4-9, Vehicles impeding an electric vehicle charging station, and  Section 48-4-10, Annual report, to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles and provide residents with greater accessibility to clean transportation options, aligning with the City’s goal of reducing transportation-related emissions and promoting a healthier environment.  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE 6-23-25) (SIX (6) VOTES REQUIRED AND SHALL BE GIVEN IMMEDIATE EFFECT AND SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE UPON PUBLICATION) ROLL CALL

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

Tate leaves seat 7-0

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

19.2

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of 660 Woodward Associates, LLC (x2025-114), request for encroachment within the southerly part of Cadillac Square, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 660 Woodward Ave., for the installation of an on-site building-mounted advertising sign and a concrete stair and wheelchair ramp.  (Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) reports being involved, but they have no objection provided the DWSD encroachment provisions are followed. The DWSD provisions have been made a part of the resolution. All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.)  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE 6-23-25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (7): Fred Durhal, Scott Benson, Angela Whitfield-Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Mary Sheffield Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried

19.3

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of The City of Detroit Department of Public Works No. (x2025-134),  request for a vacation, with reserve of a utility easement of Lahser Road lying northerly of Joy Road, 120 ft. wide and lying southerly of Rouge River.  (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 6-23-25)

Santiago-Romero Motion to Approve: Yeas (7): Fred Durhal, Scott Benson, Angela Whitfield-Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Mary Sheffield Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried

19.4

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of 1201 Webward Avenue, LLC (x2025-140), request for encroachment within the northerly part of State St., adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 1201 Woodward Ave., for the installation of an on-site address sign. (Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) reports being involved, but they have no objection provided the DWSD encroachment provisions are followed. The DWSD provisions have been made a part of the resolution.  All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE 6-23-25)

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

19.5

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho

Petition of 630 Webward Building, LLC (x2025-141), request for encroachment within the easterly part of Woodward Ave., adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 636 Woodward Ave., for the installation of a building mounted, internally illuminated, blade sign. ( Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) reports being involved, but they have no objection provided the DWSD encroachment provisions are followed. The DWSD provisions have been made a part of the resolution. All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE 6-23-25)

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

20.

NEW BUSINESS

MAYOR'S OFFICE

20.1

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Black on the Block (#2025-144), request to hold "Black on the Block Detroit" on July 20, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM the same day at Newlab at Michigan Central. Set-up will begin on July 20, 2025 at 7:00 AM and be completed by 12:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin on July 20, 2025 at 7:00 PM and be completed by 10:00 PM the same day.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 06/26/25)

Whitfield-Calloway Motion to Approve: Yeas (7): Fred Durhal, Scott Benson, Angela Whitfield-Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Mary Sheffield Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried

20.2

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Rhonda Walker Foundation (#2025-148), request to hold "Rhonda Walker Foundation Give & Get Fit 5K/10K Walk/Run" on July 27, 2025 from 7:00 AM until 11:00 AM the same day at the Detroit Riverwalk (1340 Atwater, Detroit, MI 48207). Set-up will begin at 5:00 AM on July 27, 2025 and be completed by 7 :00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin at 11 :00 AM on July 27, 2025 and be completed by 1:00 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 06/26/25)

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

20.3

Young, reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit Institute of Arts (filing permit for Concert of Colors outdoor) (#2025-143), request to hold "Concert of Colors" on July 19, 2025 from 1 :00 PM until 11 :00 PM on July 20, 2025 at venues throughout Detroit. Set-up will begin at 10:00 AM on July 17, 2025 and be completed by 1:00 PM July 18, 2025. Tear down will begin at 11:00 PM on July 20, 2025 and be completed by 3:00 PM on July 21, 2025. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 06/26/25)

Whitfield-Calloway Motion to Approve: Yeas (7): Fred Durhal, Scott Benson, Angela Whitfield-Calloway, Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Latisha Johnson, Mary Waters, Mary Sheffield Nays (0): Voter Type: Majority (Voted), Recorded. Motion Carried

20.4

Young, reso. autho.

Rubo's Music Solutions (#2025-145), request to hold "Rubofest" on July 12, 2025 from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM the same day at Ste. Anne and Bagley. Set-up will begin at 9:00 AM on July 12, 2025 and be completed by 12:00 PM the same day. Tear down will begin at 10:00 PM on July 12, 2025 and be completed by 12:00 AM 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 06/26/25)

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

20.5

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007080 - 100% CIP Funding – To Provide Stormwater Infrastructure Program Management. – Contractor: Orchard, Hiltz & McCliment Inc., dba OHM Advisors – Location: 1145 Griswold Street, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through May 31, 2030 – Total Contract Amount: $18,000,000.00. DWSD (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 06/30/25)

Tate retakes seat 8-0

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

 

20.6

Young, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6001304-A2 - Revenue Agreement – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only to Use a Portion of Hart Plaza for the Purpose of Docking the Vessel and Providing Cruise Services and Operations. – Contractor: CJC Cruises, Inc, dba, Detroit Princess Riverboat – Location: 115 Erskine Street, Detroit, MI 48201 – Previous Contract Period: February 22, 2022 through June 30, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: February 22, 2022 through June 30, 2035 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $0.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 06/26/25)

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

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

20.7

Young, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments for the FY 2026 Planning Assistance Program. (The General Services Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Southeastern Michigan Council of Governments for the FY 2026 Planning Assistance Program. The amount being sought is $45,000.00. The Federal share is $36,832.50 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of $8,167.50. The total project cost is $45,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 06/26/25)

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

20.8

Young, reso. autho.

Request to Accept an Increase in Appropriation for the Sub-Award from the Reducing Emissions from Diesel – Helping Eliminate Asthma in Detroit Grant. (Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision has awarded an increase in appropriation to the City of Detroit General Services Department for the sub-award from the Reducing Emissions from Diesel – Helping Eliminate Asthma in Detroit Grant, in the amount of $56,996.71. This funding will increase appropriation 21093, previously approved in the amount of $258,750.00, by council on May 17, 2022, to a total of $315,746.71.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 06/26/25)

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

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/ADMINISTRATION

20.9

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Resolution to permit Bedrock Detroit to install 42 banners on Woodward Avenue from June 23, 2025 to August 22, 2025 in order to announce the 2025 AfroBeats Festival. (Pursuant to bannerpolicy adopted by your Honorable Body on November 30, 2001, the above referenced resolution is hereby submitted to your Honorable Body for consideration and approval.) (REPORTD OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 06/30/25)

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

21.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

22.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

22.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003426-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds and Add Scope of Work for Treasury for Legacy Data Storage. – Contractor: Triyam, Inc. – Location: 4 1st Avenue, Peabody, MA 01960 – Contract Period: June 1, 2021 through May 31, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $63,378.00 – Total Contract Amount: $532,367.00. OCFO

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

22.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006288-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Citywide Uniform Contract per Omnia Cooperative Agreement Contract 222886 – Contractor: Cintas Corporation - Location: 46420 Continental Drive, New Baltimore, MI 48047 – Previous Contract Period: June 1, 2024 through July 14, 2025 Amended Contract Period: June 1, 2024 through July 13, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $3,641,067.72. CITYWIDE

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

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF BUDGET

22.3

Submitting report relative to

Fiscal Impact of Fiscal Impact of the Proposed Food Service License Repeal Ordinance  Amendment.  (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.)

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

22.4

Submitting report relative to

Fiscal Impact of Fiscal Impact of the Proposed Business License Renewal Ordinance Amendment.  (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.) 

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

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER/OFFICE OF THE TREASURY

22.5

Submitting report relative to

Annual Revenue Report Agreement for the Development of Mack Assembly Plant dated effective June 3, 2019, by and among FCA US LLC, the City of Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, and the City of Detroit. (In June 2019, FCA US LLC (“FCA” or “Stellantis”), the City of Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (“DBRA”), and the City of Detroit (the “City”) entered into an Agreement for the Development of Mack Assembly Plant (“Development Agreement”). All capitalized terms used, but not defined, in this letter shall have the same meaning as set forth in the Development Agreement.)

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

23.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

MAYOR'S OFFICE

23.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Appointing Edwina King to the Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority upon City Council approval and ending on June 30, 2028. 

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

23.2

Submitting reso. autho.

City Council Recess - Wednesday, July 30, 2025 through Monday, September 1, 2025.  (Chapter 17, Article V of the 2019 Detroit City Code requires the approval of your Honorable Body for the purchase of goods and services over the procurement review threshold, all contracts for personal services, and revenue contracts. Chapter 17, Article IV of the 2019 Detroit City Code requires approval of your Honorable Body of an application for a federal, state or grant to be awarded, in whole or in part to fund any City program, service or activity.)

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

23.3

Submitting report relative to

May 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

23.4

Submitting reso. autho.

July 1, 2025 List of Contracts Subject to Delegated Approval. (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

23.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007053 - 100% City Funding – To Provide a Digital Learning Management System. – Contractor: ClearCompany LLC – Location: 725 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85007 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $292,520.00 BOARD OF ETHICS

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

23.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6007265 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Media Strategist for Media Planning & Buying Services for (2) Municipal Elections, (2) Gubernatorial Elections (3) Presidential Elections. – Contractor: The Allen Lewis Agency, LLC – Location: 1420 Washington Boulevard, Suite 280, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Four (4) Years – Total Contract Amount: $4,144,000.00. ELECTIONS

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

LAW DEPARTMENT

23.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Kimberly Glenn v City of Detroit, Case No. 24-004110-NI, File No. L24-00842 (SVD) A20000 (Department of Transportation) in the amount of ($25,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Kimberly Glenn may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained on or about March 20, 2023.

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

23.8

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of City of Detroit v Detroit Police Officers Association and Detroit Fire Fighters Association Wayne County Circuit Court Case No. 24-005523-CZ in the amount of ($335,093.13) in full payment for any and all claims which plantiffs may have against the City of Detroit, and otherwise set forth in Wayne County Circuit Court Case No. 24-005523-CA, that said amount be paid upon receipt of property executed Releases and Stipulation and Order of Dismissal entered in Lawsuit No. 24-005523-CZ, approved by the Law Department.

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

23.9

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Captain Sederick Dunbar in lawsuit of Cyril Daniels v City of Detroit et al; Case No. 24-CV-11956; L24-01229 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for Captain Sederick Dunbar.

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

23.10

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Detective Ryan Walden in lawsuit of Cyril Daniels v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-CV-11956; L24-01229 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for Detective Ryan Walden.

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

23.11

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Brandon Yax in lawsuit of Cyril Daniels v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-CV-11956; L24-01229 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Brandon Yax.

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

23.12

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Briar Creech in lawsuit of Henry Robinson v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 23-cv-12355; L23-00555 (CAB) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Briar Creech.

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

23.13

Submitting reso. autho.

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

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

23.14

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Elmondo Smith in lawsuit of Cyril Daniels v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-CV-11956; L24-01229 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Elmondo Smith.

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

23.15

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for PO Garnette Steen in lawsuit of Cyril Daniels v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-CV-11956; L24-01229 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for PO Garnette Steen.

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

23.16

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Retired PO Alonzo Jones in lawsuit of Bryan Auk et al v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 23-cv-108997; L23-00462 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for Retired PO Alonzo Jones.

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

23.17

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Sergeant Brent Suhr in lawsuit of Shane Radden v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-014187-NI; L24-01333 (CBO) A37000 (Police Department) for Sergeant Brent Suhr.

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

23.18

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Sergeant Christopher Dodd in lawsuit of Cyril Daniels v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-CV-11956; L24-01229 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for Sergeant Christopher Dodd.

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

23.19

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Sergeant Scott Barrick in lawsuit of Cyril Daniels v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-CV-11956; L24-01229 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for Sergeant Scott Barrick.

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

23.20

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Sergeant Stephen Kue in lawsuit of Henry Robinson v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 23-cv-12355; L23-00555 (CAB) A37000 (Police Department) for Sergeant Stephen Kue.

23.21

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for TEO Anthony Reed in lawsuit of Stanley El Amin v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-208387-NI; L24-01131 (CBO) A20000 (Transportation Department) for TEO Anthony Reed.

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

23.22

Submitting reso. autho.

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

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

23.23

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Separated PO Destynee Chester in lawsuit of Cyril Daniels v City of Detroit et al, Case No. 24-CV-11956; L24-01229 (GBP) A37000 (Police Department) for Separated PO Destynee Chester.

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

23.24

Submitting reso. autho.

Legal Representation and Indemnification for Sergeant Brent Suhr in lawsuit of Shaquita Danielle Mack Lewis v Brent Michael Suhr, et al, Case No. 24-017059-NI; L24-01441 (RJB) A37000 (Police Department) for Sergeant Brent Suhr.

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

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

23.25

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the State of Michigan FY 2024 Early Voting Grant.  (The Michigan Department of State and the Bureau of Elections have awarded the City of Detroit Clerks Office with funding included in the FY 2024 State budget for the explicit purpose for the implementation and execution of early voting. The total amount being received from the State is $450,581.55. There is no match requirement. The total allowable project cost to be reimbursed is $450,581.55.)

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 Williams Park Alliance Inc. (#2025-154), request to hold "Brightmoor Music Series" on July 15, 2025 from 11 :00 AM to 8:00 PM on January 4, 2026 at Etheldra Mae Williams Park, 14330, 14336, 14334, 14350, 14356, 14370, 14378 and 14384 Burgess Street. Set-up will begin on July 15, 2025 at 7:00 AM and be completed by 10:00 AM the same day. Tear down will begin on January 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM and be completed by 2:00 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 

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

24.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate a cash donation from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has awarded a cash donation to the City of Detroit General Services Department for the attendance to the 2025 Shelter Medicine Conference, in the amount of $1,250.00. There is no match requirement for this donation. The total project donation is $1,250.00.)

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. 6007185 - 100% City Funding – To Provide After Hours and Weekend Outreach. – Contractor: Motor City Mitten Mission – Location: 24623 Harper Avenue, Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years – Total Contract Amount: $767,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

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

25.2

Submitting reso. autho.

DSS #9 Architectural, Engineering, and Planning Supply Schedule. - 100% City/Major Street/State Funding – AMEND 1 – To Add Additional Vendors for Services including Architectural, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Structural, Geological and Environmental Engineering, Construction Engineering & Inspection, for Design, Construction Management and Program Management Services; and Planning Services. Schedule Period: Upon City Council Approval for a period of Five (5) Years. Total Maximum Order Limitation: $81,300,000.00

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

DETROIT BROWNFIELD REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

25.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Resolution Calling a Public Hearing Regarding Approval of The Brownfield Plan of The City of Detroit Brownfield Redevelopment Authority for Brush and Edmund Redevelopment.

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

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

25.4

Submitting corrected reso. autho.

Request for Authorization to Accept and Appropriate the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) HOME Investment Partnerships Program-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funds and Amend the FY 2021-22 Annual Action Plan (REVISED CORRECTION).  (The U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (“HUD”) has allocated the City of Detroit (“City”), through its Housing and Revitalization Department (“HRD”), the HOME Investment Partnerships Program – American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funds in the total amount of $26,583,684 and now revised corrected amount of $26,623,380 under section 3205 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (P.L. 117-2) (“ARPA”). This funding will be used to make targeted, strategic investments in housing and other assistance for people experiencing homelessness in accordance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.)

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 11642 Van Dyke.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department (“P&DD”) has received an offer from Ron Gonzales (the “Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property 11642 Van Dyke, Detroit, MI 48234 (the “Property”) for the purchase price of Two Thousand Three Hundred Seventy and 00/100 Dollars ($2,370.00).)

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

25.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Transfer of Jurisdiction, Surplus, and Property Sale of 5669 Newberry Street.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Quince Primaveras LLC, a Michigan limited liability company (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 5669 Newberry Street, Detroit, Michigan 48209 (the "Property") for the purchase price of Fifty-Five Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($55,000.00). The Property is currently under the jurisdiction of the City of Detroit, Public Lighting Department (“PLD”). Pursuant to Sec. 2-7-3 of the Detroit City Code, and in order to facilitate this transaction, PLD has requested that the Finance Department transfer jurisdiction to P&DD for administration. Additionally, pursuant to Sec. Sec. 2-7-4 of the Detroit City Code, it is hereby requested by P&DD that the Property be deemed surplus and available for sale.)

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

MISCELLANEOUS

25.7

Council Member Latisha Johnson

Submitting memorandum relative to Community Benefits Agreements.

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. 3084285 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Ruggedized Panning Night Vision Goggle. – Contractor: Night Vision, Inc. – Location: 1121 W Valley Boulevard, Suite I249, Tehachapi, CA 93561 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2026 – Total Contract Amount: $50,500.00. HOMELAND SECURITY

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

26.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005107-A2 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Legal Instruction to Students, Civilians, and Law Enforcement Entities Operating Under the Detroit Police Department. – Contractor: Ruth Carter Law, PLLC – Location: 1300 Broadway Street, Suite 800, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: February 21, 2023 through June 30, 2025 – Amended Contract Period: February 21, 2023 through June 30, 2027 – Contract Increase Amount: $96,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $196,000.00. POLICE

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

26.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006995 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Ambulance Emergency Medical Services Billing System. – Contractor: Digitech Computer LLC – Location: 480 Bedford Road, Building 600, Chappaqua, NY. 10514 – Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $4,264,000.00. FIRE

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

LAW DEPARTMENT

26.4

Submitting report and Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 31 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Offenses; Article I, Generally, by amending Section 31-1-1, Misdemeanor violation; continuing violation; penalties for conviction thereof; and by adding Section 31-1-2, Encourage delaying, and by amending Article II, Obstruction of Government, by adding Section 31-2-5, False statement to a police officer during an investigation, Section 31-2-6, Failure to identify oneself to a police officer; by renumbering, Interference with City-owned communication systems prohibited, to Section 31-2-7, and by adding Section 31-2-8, Refusal to allow fingerprinting; by amending Article III, Offenses Against Persons, by adding Section 31-3-6, Assault and battery, Section 31-3-7, Domestic Violence, and Section 31-3-8, Leaving a child unattended in a vehicle; by amending Article IV, Offenses Against Property, by amending Section 31-4-8, Malicious destruction of property; penalties, by adding Section 31-4-17, Throwing, propelling or dropping stone or object at a train, car, or vehicle, Section 31-4-18, Embezzlement by agent, servant, employee, trust, bailee, or custodian, Section 31-4-19, Larceny, Section 31-4-20, Larceny by conversion, Section 31-4-21, Larceny by false personation, Section 31-4-22, Larceny; motor vehicles or trailers, Section 31-4-23, Make, draw, utter or deliver check with non-sufficient funds, Section 31-4-24, Receive and conceal stolen goods, Section 31-4-25, Retail fraud, and Section 31-4-26, Theft by false token or false pretenses; and by amending Article XIII, Weapons; Division 2, Firearms, by adding Section 31-13-26, Possession of a firearm under the influence of intoxicants, to create certain misdemeanor offenses under the City Code that mirror state law, and to provide for additional misdemeanor offenses. (FOR THE INTRODUCTION AND THE SETTING OF A PUBLIC HEARING?)

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

26.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept an Increase in Appropriation for the FY 2025 Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America — Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Parts A and B Grant. (Accept an Increase in Appropriation for the FY 2025 Ending the HIV Epidemic   The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded an increase in appropriation to the City of Detroit Health Department for the FY 2025 Ending the HIV Epidemic: A Plan for America — Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Parts A and B Grant, in the amount of $461,214.00. This funding will increase appropriation 21514, previously approved in the amount of $1,014,153.00, by council on February 25, 2025, to a total of $1,475,367.00.)

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

26.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept the Mental Health Co-Response Grant – 2.  (The Hudson-Webber Foundation has awarded the Detroit Public Safety Foundation (DPSF), with the Mental Health Co-Response Grant in the amount of $400,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $400,000.00.)

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

26.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept the Mental Health Co-Response Grant.  (The Flinn Foundation has awarded the Detroit Public Safety Foundation (DPSF), with the Mental Health Co-Response Grant in the amount of $200,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $200,000.00.)

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

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

26.8

Submitting report and Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 26 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Law Enforcement; by amending Article III, Citizen Radio Patrol Assistance Program, by adding Division 1, Citizen Radio Patrol Assistance Program, and adding Division 2, Citizen Neighborhood Blight Patrol, comprised of Section 26-3-21 Purpose; Section 26-3-22 Establishment; Section 26-3-23 Administration; Section 26-3-24 Reporting; Section 26-3-25 Form of Assistance; Section 26-3-26 Eligible Expenditures; Section 26-3-27 Patrol Membership Qualifications; and Section 26-3-28 Patrol Conduct Rules. To foster the effort of neighborhood revitalization to maintain property values, safety and the overall community well-being. (FOR THE INTRODUCTION AND THE SETTING OF A PUBLIC HEARING?)

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

Whitfield-Calloway

Durhal

Johnson

Waters

Santiago-Romero

Sheffield

29.

ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE

-NONE-

30.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CLERK

30.1

Report on approval of proceedings by the Mayor.

31.

TESTIMONIAL RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL PRIVILEGE

31.1

Tate, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution in Memoriam for Douglas J. Dillard.

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

31.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution in Memoriam for Virgil C. Smith, Sr.

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

31.3

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial in Memoriam for Angela Brown Wilson.

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

31.4

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution in Memoriam for Chief Apostle James E. Kellum.

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

31.5

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial in Memoriam for Ronald John Kelly.

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

31.6

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution for Bernard Parker.

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

31.7

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution for Samuel Brooks.

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

31.8

Johnson, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution Honoring The History and Legacy of U-Snap Back, Inc. 

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

31.9

Durhal, reso. autho.

Testimonial Resolution in Memoriam Honoring the Life and Legacy of Judge Donna Robinson Milhouse.

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

32.

WALK ONS

32.1

Submitting reso. autho

Request for Public Hearing to Establish a Commercial Rehabilitation District for Exclusive Physicians PLLC, in the area of 4306, 4330, 4340 East Davison Detroit, Michigan, in accordance with Public Act 210 of 2005. (Petition #2025-137) (WALKED ON TO CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION ON 07/01/25)

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

32.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Request for Public Hearing to Establish a Plant Rehabilitation District on behalf of 1530 Winder Detroit LLC, in the general are of 1530 Winder, Detroit, Michigan, in accordance with Public Act 198 of 1974. (Petition # 2025-139) (WALKED ON TO THE CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION ON 07/01/25)

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

32.3

Status of Board of Ethics

Interview for Raymond Card for the Board of Ethics.

Johnson Motion to Walk on Nominations to Agenda and Add to New Business. All in Favor (Johnson, Santiago-Romero, Sheffield, Durhal); Objections (Waters, Tate, Whitfield-Calloway, Benson ); Motion Failed 4-4

32.4

Status of Board of Ethics

Interview for Bre Williamson for the Board of Ethics

Johnson Motion to Walk on Nominations to Agenda and Add to New Business. All in Favor (Johnson, Santiago-Romero, Sheffield, Durhal); Objections (Waters, Tate, Whitfield-Calloway, Benson ); Motion Failed 4-4