MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL FORMAL SESSION

Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 10:00 A.m. - 12:00 P.m.

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

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

HENRY FORD AND BRAIN CANCER AWARENESS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 

 

COUNCIL PRESIDENT MARY SHEFFIELD

COUNCIL PRESIDENT PRO TEM JAMES TATE

COUNCIL MEMBER SCOTT BENSON

COUNCIL MEMBER ANGELA WHITFIELD-CALLOWAY

COUNCIL MEMBER FRED DURHAL III

COUNCIL MEMBER LATISHA JOHNSON

COUNCIL MEMBER GABRIELA SANTIAGO-ROMERO

COUNCIL MEMBER MARY WATERS

COUNCIL MEMBER COLEMAN A. YOUNG II

 

Ms. Stephanie Parker

Asst. City Council Committee Clerk

           

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1.

ROLL CALL

Council Member Scott Benson - Present

Council Member Fred Durhal, III - Not Present

Council Member Latisha Johnson - Present

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero - Present

Council Member Mary Waters - Present

Council Member Angela Whitfield-Calloway - Present

Council Member Coleman A. Young, II - Absent

Council President Pro Tem James Tate - Present

Council President Mary Sheffield - Present

Quorum Present 7-0

2.

APPROVAL OF JOURNAL OF LAST SESSION

THE JOURNAL OF MARCH 5, 2024 WAS APPROVED 6-0 (FD, CY, JT Not Present)

3.

RECONSIDERATIONS

There are no items.

4.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS

There are no items

5.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

6.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

MISCELLANEOUS

6.1

Council Member Angela Whitfield-Calloway

Submitting memorandum relative to requesting a resolution in support of SB 632 concerning the regulation of payday loan operations.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

7.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

7.1

Submitting report relative to

Expiring terms of Appointment for The Inspector General and Director of the Board of Zoning Appeals. (The Legislative Policy Division (LPD) would like to bring to the attention of this Honorable Body, the approaching expirations of the terms of appointment for Ms. Ellen Ha, Inspector General and Mr. James Ribbron, Director of the Board of Zoning Appeals.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

LAW DEPARTMENT

7.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in Lawsuit Shantia Perry v City of Detroit; File 14988, W18-00183, CM, A20000, and in the amount of $38,937.47 in full payment of any and all claims against the City of Detroit by reason of any injuries or occupational diseases and their resultant disabilities incurred or sustained by past employment with the City of Detroit.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

7.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Settlement in Midtown RX Pharmacy Inc. (Crystal Collins) v City of Detroit; Case No. 22-194600-GC, File No L22-01268 (MBC), Department of Transportation, in the amount of $4,750.00 in full payment for any and all claims which Midtown RX Pharmacy Inc. may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

MISCELLANEOUS

7.4

Council Member Scott Benson

Submitting memorandum relative to Reappointment of Ken Daniels to the Planning Commission.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

7.5

Council Member Fred Durhal, III

Submitting memorandum relative to Reappointment of Anthony Sherman.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

8.

NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

8.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006042 - 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Tree Planting and Maintenance. – Contractor: Payne Landscaping, Inc. – Location: 7635 Davison, Detroit, MI 48212 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 4, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $2,225,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

9.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

9.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Request for Public Hearing to Approve a Commercial Rehabilitation Certificate on behalf of Atwater & Second Associates, LLC, in the area of 600 Civic Center Drive, Detroit, Michigan, in accordance with Public Act 210 of 2005 (Petition #2024-003). (The Housing and Revitalization Department, Planning & Development Department and Finance Department have reviewed the application of Atwater & Second Associates, LLC and find that it satisfies the criteria set forth by P.A. 210 of 2005 and would be consistent with development and economic goals of the Master Plan.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

MISCELLANEOUS

9.2

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Submitting memorandum relative to Amendment to Sec. 43-3-41. Assignment of secondary street signs permitted.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

10.

PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

10.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004310-A1 - 100% Transportation Grant Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time Only for Replacement Glass Panels for Various DDOT Bus Shelters. – Contractor: Christy Glass Company – Location: 570 W. Eight Mile Road, Ferndale, MI 48220 – Previous Contract Period: March 29, 2022 through March 28, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 28, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $430,875.00. TRANSPORTATION

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

10.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006102 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Municipal Resident Identification Card Software System. – Contractor: Omicron Technology Solution, LLC – Location: 2031 Kings Highway, Shreveport, LA 71103 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 31, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $87,000.00. HEALTH

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING

10.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Randolph Capital Partner, LLC, (x2024-086) request for encroachment within Randolph Street, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 1407 Randolph Street, for the purpose of approving the use of the below grade areaway located under the public sidewalk.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

10.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Bagley & 16th LLC (x2024-080), request for encroachment within the northerly of Bagley Street, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 2420 Bagley Street, for the installation of frost-slabs under the public sidewalk.  (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.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-0 FD, JT, CY Not Present)

11.

VOTING ACTION MATTERS

There are no items

12.

OTHER MATTERS

There are no items

13.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL OFFICIALS AND AGENCIES

There are no items.

14.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Council President Pro-Tem James Tate returned to his seat 7-0

Council Member Fred Durhal entered and took his seat 8-0

Public Comment - In Person: Russ Bellant, Ms Betty Lyons, Lesha Brooks, Theo Pride, Nina Hodge,  

Public Comment - Virtual: ADOS Detroit, Kwins, William M. Davis, Caller #299 Joyce Moore, Ruth Johnson, Betty A. Varner, Steven Hawring, Marguerite Maddox, Karen Hammer, Tahira Ahmad, Caller #711 - Malik Shelton, Frank Hammer, Renard Monczunski, Black Bag Roo, Cunningham, Meeka A. Williams, Caller #337 Pat Bosh, Candace Jones

Council Member Scott Benson left his seat 7-0/Council Member Scott Benson returned to his seat 8-0

15.

STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS

16.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

16.1

Durhal, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6001684-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Exercise Renewal Option for Banking Services. – Contractor: The Huntington National Bank NA – Location: 2025 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: February 28, 2019 through February 28, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 1, 2029 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $0.00. TREASURY  (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 3-12-24 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 3-19-24)

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

CITY CLERK'S OFFICE/CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

16.2

Durhal, reso. autho.

Neighborhood Enterprise Zone Certificate Application for the rehabilitation of a building at 6005 Second Avenue/One Ford Place in the Henry Ford Health System and Palace Sports & Entertainment LLC (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) (The office of the City Planning Commission (CPC) has received an application requesting a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) certificate for the rehabilitation of a building at 6005 Second Avenue/One Ford Place to include 403 rental units.) 

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-2 (GSR/AWC - No) (CY Not Present)

17.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

17.1

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3073179 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Payment of Invoice for the Design, Development and Facilitation of a Legislative Retreat for City Council. – Contractor: Doers Edge, LLC – Location: 18452 Monte Vista Street, Detroit, MI 48221 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $48,100.00. CITY COUNCIL 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

17.2

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072813 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Training. – Contractor: Poverty & Social Reform Institute, dba, Leaps and Bounds Family Services – Location: 8129 Packard Avenue, Warren, MI 48089 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $87,500.00. CRIO  

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 (AWC - No) (CY Not Present)

17.3

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006096 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Voting Equipment Tabulators, Extended Warranties, Maintenance, Tabulation/Coding Charges, IT techs for Hardware/Software Support, and Election Night reporting utilizing Mideal contract 071B7700117. – Contractor: Dominion Voting Systems, Inc – Location: 1201 18th Street, Denver, CO 80202 – Contract Period: Upon council approval through February 27, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $4,164,642.00. ELECTIONS  

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

17.4

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003874-A2 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 2 – To Provide an Extension of Time and an Increase of Funds for Legal Counsel for Immigration Employee Sponsorships. – Contractor: Clark Hill, PLC – Location: 500 Woodward Avenue, Suite 3500, Detroit MI 48226 – Previous Contract Period: August 16, 2021 through December 31, 2023 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $75,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $155,000.00. LAW 

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 (AWC - No) (CY Not Present)

17.5

Johnson, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005992 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Expert Witness Testimony. – Contractor: Eggan Law, PLLC – Location: 4 Woods Lane, Newtown, CT 06470 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $75,000.00.  LAW  

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 (AWC - No) (CY Not Present)

LAW DEPARTMENT

17.6

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement  in lawsuit of Marcus Anthony Peterson v City of Detroit and John Doe Bus Driver, Case No. 22-012727-NI, File No. L22-01263 (CBO) Department of Transportation, in the amount of ($35,000.00) in full payment for any and all claims which Marcus Peterson may have against the City of Detroit and any other City of Detroit employees by reason of alleged injuries sustained.  

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

17.7

Johnson, reso. autho.

Settlement in lawsuit of Richard Cadoura v City of Detroit, Case No. 20-cv-12986; Citylaw No. W20-00368 (JTM) A24000 (Fire Department) in the amount of ($150,000.00) and that Your Honorable Body direct the Finance Director to issue a draft in that amount payable to Richard Cadoura and his attorney, Carla Aikens PLC, to be delivered upon receipt of properly executed Releases and Stipulation and Order of Dismissal entered in Lawsuit No. 20-cv-12986, approved by the Law Department.  

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

HUMAN RESOURCES/CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION ADMINISTRATION

17.8

Johnson, reso. autho.

Request to Amend the 2023-2024 Official Compensation Schedule on behalf of the Human Resources Department, Classification & Compensation Division to include the pay range of $36,000 - $48,600 for the classification of Security Analysis Dispatcher within the General Service Department.  (The General Services Department (GSD) requested a new classification to be created for the Security Analysis Dispatcher role.) 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

HUMAN RESOURCES/LABOR RELATIONS DIVISION

17.9

Johnson, reso. autho.

Implementation of the 2023 – 2027 Labor Agreement between the City of Detroit and the employees represented by AFSCME, Local 1227 and the Detroit Building Trades Council - Tripartite. (The Labor Relations Division is recommending your Honorable Body’s official approval of the 2023 - 2027 Master Agreement between the City of Detroit and AFSCME, Local 1227 and the Detroit Building Trades Council - Tripartite.) 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

RESOLUTIONS

17.10

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Appointing Yolanda Jack as an At-Large Representative to the Reparations Task Force effective immediately.

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present) Santiago-Romero on behalf of Council Member Young

17.11

Sheffield, reso. autho.

Resolution In Support of House Bill HR 40, The Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act. 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present) In The Name of The Council

18.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

18.1

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004371-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Funds and Expand the Scope of Work for Compliance Set-up and Management Services for the City's Home Investors Loan Program, CDBG and Neighborhood Stabilization Program.. – Contractor: National Consulting Services, LLC – Location: 400 Renaissance Center, Suite 2600, Detroit, MI 48243 – Contract Period: July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2027– Contract Increase Amount: $381,667.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,341,667.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

18.2

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004582-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide a Scope Amendment to Include Over Assessed Homeowners and CVI Participants in Motor City Match. – Contractor: Economic Development Corporation of the City of Detroit – Location: 150 W Jefferson, Suite 1500, Detroit, MI 48226 – Contract Period: July 26, 2022 through March 31, 2026 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $15,000,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

18.3

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006063 - 100% City Funding – To Provide a Full Renovation of BNP Property Located at 16926 Lilac Street. – Contractor: Jozef Contractor, Inc. – Location: 17245 Mt. Elliott, Detroit, MI 48212 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 4, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $148,390.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

18.4

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6004378-A1 (amended) - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Trash-Out and Board Up Services for Residential Properties in Preparation for Rehab Services. – Contractor: GTJ Consulting, LLC – Location: 22955 Industrial Drive West, Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080 – Previous Contract Period: May 3, 2022 through May 2, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $200,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

18.5

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005769-A1 - 100% CDBG Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide a Time Only Amendment for the Design Engagement for Predevelopment of Owen Economic Empowerment Center. – Contractor: IFF Development, LLC – Location: 3011 W Grand Boulevard, Suite 1715, Detroit, MI 48202 – Previous Contract Period: November 14, 2023 through March 1, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $260,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

18.6

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006052  -  100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Historic Roof Repair Services for up to 20 Participant Households. – Contractor: August Design Build, LLC – Location: 1343 Fisher Freeway, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $800,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

18.7

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006056 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Historic Roof Repair Services for up to 20 Participant Households. – Contractor: Great Lakes Roofing, Inc. – Location: 2525 Industrial Row Drive, Troy, MI 48084 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $800,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

18.8

Tate, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006126 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Historic Roof Repair Services for up to 20 Participant Households. – Contractor: Ingram Roofing, Inc – Location: 390 South Street, Rochester, MI 48307 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $800,000.00. HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION 

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION

18.9

Tate, reso. autho.

Request of Allied Signs, Inc., on behalf of Courtyard by Marriott for PCA (Public Center Adjacent) Special District Review of a proposed sign at 333 East Jefferson Avenue – Millender Center (RECOMMEND APPROVAL) (The City Planning Commission (CPC) has received a request from Allied Signs, Inc., on behalf of Courtyard by Mariott for PCA (Public Center Adjacent) Special District Review of proposed a proposed sign at the Millender Center located at 333 East Jefferson Avenue. This request is being made consistent with the provisions of Sections 50-3-222 and 50-11-96 of the Detroit Zoning Ordinance.) 

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

HISTORIC DESIGNATION ADVISORY BOARD

18.10

Tate, a Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 21, Article II, of the 2019 Detroit City Code by adding Section 21-2-252 to establish the Def Sound Studio House Historic District, and to define the elements of design for the district.  INTRODUCE

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

18.11

Tate, reso. autho.

Setting a Public Hearing on the foregoing ordinance amendment.

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

18.12

Tate, reso. autho.

To develop and address the transportation needs of the community in the Future of Health impact area. (Council President Mary Sheffield requested that the Legislative Policy Division to draft this resolution.) 

MOTION: REMOVE ITEM (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

19.

PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT

19.1

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072382 - Notification to Council – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Commercial Property, 22027 Fenkell CO #1. – Contractor: Adamo Demolition Company – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $119,359.50. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

19.2

Santiago-Romero reso. autho.

Contract No. 6002171-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Pest Control Services Citywide. – Contractor: Pronto Pest Management, Incorporated – Location: 10130 Capital Street, Oak Park, MI 48237 – Contract Period: July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $483,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $2,383,000.00. CITYWIDE (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

19.3

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072531 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Properties, 9717 & 9725 N Martindale. – Contractor: DMC Consultants, Inc. – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $75,900.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITON (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 GSR - NO) (CY Not Present)

19.4

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072541 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 2445 McClellan. – Contractor: DMC Consultants, Inc. – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $59,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITON (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 GSR - No) (CY Not Present)

19.5

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072754 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 11848 Findlay. – Contractor: DMC Consultants, Inc. – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $25,272.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITON (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

19.6

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072756 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 1969 Fullerton. – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18715 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $31,999.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITON (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

19.7

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072757 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 13501 Appoline. – Contractor: DMC Consultants, Inc. – Location: 13500 Foley Street, Detroit, MI 48227 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $31,616.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITON (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

19.8

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072758 – 100% City Funding – To Provide an Emergency Demolition for the Residential Property, 9530 Carlin. – Contractor: Inner City Contracting, LLC – Location: 18715 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48223 – Contract Period: Notification of Emergency through June 30, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $29,999.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITON (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 GSR - No) (CY Not Present)

19.9

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003386-A1 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time and Increase of Funds for as Needed Citywide Plumbing Services. – Contractor: Benkari Mechanical, LLC – Location: 18427 W McNichols, Detroit, MI 48219 – Previous Contract Period: April 28, 2021 through March 30, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through August 31, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $397,145.19 – Total Contract Amount: $1,147,145.19. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

19.10

Santiago-Romeo, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6003387-A3 - 100% City Funding – AMEND 3 – To Provide an Extension of Time and Increase of Funds for as Needed Citywide Plumbing Services. – Contractor: Ben Washington & Sons Plumbing and Heating, Inc. – Location: 7116 Tireman, Detroit, MI 48204 – Previous Contract Period: April 28, 2021 through March 30, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through August 31, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $285,434.25 – Total Contract Amount: $1,999,454.25. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 CY Not Present)

19.11

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006015 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide State of Good Repair at DPD Metro Division. – Contractor: DeAngelis Diamond Construction, LLC – Location: 39555 Orchard Hill Pl # 235, Novi, MI 48375 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $3,000,000.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE WITH  A WAIVER (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 GSR - No) (CY Not Present)

19.12

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006053 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Installation and Related Services for CCTV and LPRs for Freeway Corridor Coverage. – Contractor: Motor City Electric Utilities – Location: 9440 Grinnell, Detroit MI 48213 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2029 – Total Contract Amount: $17,500,000.00. PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 GSR - No) (CY Not Present)

19.13

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006050 - 100% Grant Funding – To Provide Construction Engineering & Inspection Services for Freeway Safety Project. – Contractor: AECOM Great Lakes, Inc. – Location: 4219 Woodward Avenue, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48201 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through for a Period of Three (3) Years – Total Contract Amount: $2,000,000.00. PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-1 GSR - No) (CY Not Present)

LAW DEPARTMENT

19.14

Whitfield-Calloway, A Proposed Ordinance

To amend Chapter 31 of the 2019 Detroit City Code, Offenses, by amending Article III, Offenses Against Persons, by adding Section 31-3-5, Signs at Business Oriented Lodging required; contents and posting essentials; definitions. INTRODUCE  (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 3-12-24 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 3-19-24)

MOTION: REMOVE ITEM (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

LEGISLATIVE POLICY DIVISION

19.15

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Resolution in Support of the enhancing detection of Human Trafficking Act.  (Council Member Angela Whitfield-Calloway requested that the Legislative Policy Division (LPD) provide a resolution in support of United States House Bill 443, also known as the Enhancing Detection of Human Trafficking Act.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

19.16

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of Detroit & Northern LLC No. (x2024-012), request for encroachment within the southerly part of State Street and the westerly part of Griswold Street, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 1133 Griswold Street, for use of an existing below grade vault.  (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.17

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of SBAM Park Avenue, LLC (x2024-020), request for encroachment within the northerly part of Montcalm Street, the westerly part of Park Avenue, and into the alley easement lying adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 2305 Park Avenue, for the installation of awnings, planters, frost slabs, and a below grade vault.  (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.18

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of M & R Star Group (x2024-045), request to vacate the public alley lying north of and adjacent to the property commonly known as 8004 Tireman Avenue.  (All other involved City Departments, and privately owned utility companies have reported no objections.  Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.19

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of MHT Housing, Inc. (x2024-046), request for encroachment within the public alley, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 71 East Edsel Ford Service Drive, for the installation of a below grade storm/sewer line.  (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.20

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of A S & J D McClellan (x2024-047), request for encroachment within the northerly part of Plumer Street, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 5858 Plumer Street, for the installation of a handicap accessible ramp.   (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.21

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of City Modern 440 Alfred Street, LLC (x2024-049), request for encroachment within the easterly part of Brush Street, 50 ft. wide, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 440 Alfred Street, for the purpose of installing an on-site advertising sign.  (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.22

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of P & A Development Group LLC (x2024-050), request for encroachment within the easterly part of 25th Street and the northerly part of West Vernor Hwy, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 3564 West Vernor Hwy, for the installation of awnings.  (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.23

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of Bagley & 16th LLC (x2024-051), request for encroachment within the public right-of-way at the northwest corner of the intersection of Bagley Avenue and 16th Street, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 2420 Bagley, for the installation of an on-site advertising sign.   (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.24

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of LaJoya Gardens Condo Association (x2024-053), request for encroachment within the northerly part of Vernor Hwy. adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 4000 West Vernor Hwy, for the installation of frost slabs and canopies. (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.25

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of Prayers, LLC (x2024-054), request to vacate the public alley lying south of West Eight Mile, between Steel Avenue and Appoline Avenue.   (All other involved City Departments, and privately owned utility companies have reported no objections.  Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.26

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of DPW, City Engineering Division (x2024-055), request to dedicate land, from the parcels commonly known as 1580 Wilkins Street and 3101 Orleans Street, for Right-of-Way purposes in the widening of Erskine Street.  (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 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

19.27

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Petition of 1234 Library, LLC (x2024-023), request for encroachment within the westerly part of Broadway Street, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 1327 Broadway Street, for the installation of canopies and on-site advertising signs.  (All other involved City Departments, including the Public Lighting Authority and Public Lighting Department; also privately owned utility companies have reported no objections to the encroachment. Provisions protecting all utility installations are part of the attached resolution.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

RESOLUTIONS

19.28

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Resolution Declaring April as “Syphilis Awareness Month” in Detroit. (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-11-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.

NEW BUSINESS

MAYOR'S OFFICE

20.1

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Petition of Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix Presented by Lear (#2024-079) request to host "2024 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear" at Downtown Detroit, Spirit Plaza, Hart Plaza, and Woodward Avenue from 05/31/24 to 06/02/24. Event setup are scheduled to begin on 04/01/24 at 7:00 A.M., and be completed by 05/30/24 by 11:00 pm. Event clean up is scheduled to begin on 06/02/24 at 8:00 pm and complete tear down by 06/25/24 at 11 PM. (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.2

Whitfield- Calloway, reso. autho.

Petition of Angel's Share Inc. (#2024-091), request to hold "Home Opener Festival" at 440 Madison Ave on April 5, 2024.  Set-up will begin at 1:00 p.m. on 4/3/24 and being completed at 8:00 a.m. on 4/5/24. Tear down will begin on 4/5/24 at 9:00 p.m. and complete by 1:00 p.m. on 4/6/24.  (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 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.3

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Petition of Bookie's Bar and Grille (#2024-090), request to hold "Bookie's Bar and Grille Tigers Opening Day Party" located at 2214 & 2224 Cass Ave. parking lot adjacent to Bookie's Bar and Grille on April 5, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.  Set-up is to begin on April 2, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. and competed by April 4, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.  (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 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.4

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Petition of Faith Xperience Church (#2024-088), request to hold "Faith Xperience Easter Egg Drop" located at Vernor Park on March 30, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.  (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 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.5

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Petition of General Service Department (#2024-089), request to hold "Easter Fun Fest" at Crowell Recreation Center on March 30, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.  Set-up is to begin on March 29, 204 at 10:00 a.m. and completed on March 30, 2024 by 1:00 p.m.  (The Mayor's Office and other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.6

Whitifield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Petition of C3 Presents- NFL Draft/ Detroit 300 Conservancy (#2024-074), request to hold "NFL Draft" Submitted by C3 Presents­ NFL Draft/ Detroit 300 Conservancy, located at Campus Martius, Spirit Park, Hart Plaza and surrounding footprint. on April 25th through April 27th, from 12:00PM to 11:00PM. Set-up to begin March 28th, 8:00AM complete by April 24th 11:00PM with tear­ down to begin April 27th 8:00PM completed by May 10th 6:00PM.  (The Mayor's Office and all other involved City Departments RECOMMEND APPROVAL of this petition.) (POSTPONED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 3/12/24 AND BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 3/19/24))

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

OFFICE OF CONTRACTING AND PROCURMENT

20.7

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006098 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Construction Services for the Renovation of Dexter Elmhurst Recreation Center and Adjacent Site amenities including Park, Plaza, Parking Lots and Alleys. – Contractor: DeAngelis Diamond Construction, LLC – Location: 39555 Orchard Hill Pl # 235, Novi, MI 48375 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $10,960,057.00. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/18/24)

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.8

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 3073378 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Four (4) Full Size Passenger Vans for Mental Health Co-Response Program. – Contractor: Bob Maxey Ford, Inc. – Location: 1833 E. Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $233,264.00. POLICE  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-19-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 6-2 SB & AWC - No) (CY Not Present)

20.9

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006105 - 100% ARPA Funding – To Provide Construction Improvements for Dexter Avenue Street Scape. – Contractor: Angelo Iafrate Construction Company – Location: 26300 Sherwood Avenue, Warren, MI 48091 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through June 30, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $9,456,750.50. PUBLIC WORKS (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 03/18/24)               

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.10

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005108-A1 - 100% Capital Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Extension of Time for Playgrounds and Shelters at Chandler Park. – Contractor: Michigan Recreational Construction – Location: 18631 Conant, Detroit, MI 48234 – Previous Contract Period: February 3, 2023 through February 28, 2024 – Amended Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through August 28, 2024 – Contract Increase Amount: $0.00 – Total Contract Amount: $1,198,474.00.  GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.11

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6005457-A1 - 100% ARPA Funding – AMEND 1 – To Provide an Increase of Funds for Debris Remediation Services Clearing and Removal of Garbage/Trash, Illegal Dumping and Other Blight Issues as Assigned for Commercial Corridors. – Contractor: Cleaning Up Detroit City, LLC – Location: 4369 W Euclid, Detroit, MI 48204 – Contract Period: July 25, 2023 through June 30, 2025 – Contract Increase Amount: $700,000.00 – Total Contract Amount: $2,099,842.00.  GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.12

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006059 - 100% Capital Funding – To Provide Renovations at Brookins Park Including but not Limited to Replacement of Concrete Walkways, Concrete Pads, Outdoor Fitness Equipment, Site Furnishings and site Restoration. – Contractor: Michigan Recreational Construction – Location: 18631 Conant, Detroit, MI 48234 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Term of 18 Months – Total Contract Amount: $327,686.50.  GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: POSTPONE FOR ONE WEEK (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.13

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006043 - 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide ROW Tree Planting and Maintenance. – Contractor: Premier Group Associates, LC – Location: 2221 Bellevue Street, Detroit, MI 48207 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Term of 18 Months – Total Contract Amount: $230,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.14

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006044 - 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Tree Planting and Maintenance. – Contractor: W H Canon, LLC – Location: 36700 Northline Road, Romulus, MI 48174 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 4, 2025 – Total Contract Amount: $690,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present) 

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

20.15

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2024 Spark Historical and Cultural Markers Grant. (The Invest Detroit Foundation has awarded the City of Detroit Department of Public Works with the FY 2024 Spark Historical and Cultural Markers Grant for a total of $82,050.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $82,050.00.)  (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-18-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.16

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate the FY 2024 Certification in Infection Control Scholarship Grant. (The National Association of County and City Health Officials has awarded the City of Detroit Health Department with the FY 2024 Certification in Infection Control Scholarship Grant for a total of $4,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $4,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-18-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.17

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Request to Accept and Appropriate a Sub-award of the Pilot Program for Quick-Build Projects. (The National Center for Safe Routes to School has awarded the City of Detroit Department of Public Works with a sub-award of the Pilot Program for Quick-Build Projects for a total of $10,000.00. There is no match requirement. The total project cost is $10,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-18-24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.18

Whitfield-Calloway, reso, autho.

Request to Accept a donation of Stormwater Rain Gardens from the Chandler Park Conservancy for Chandler Park. (The Chandler Park Conservancy has awarded a donation of Stormwater Rain Gardens, valued at $311,482.00, to the City of Detroit General Services Department, for Chandler Park. There is no match requirement for this donation.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.19

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the FY 2024 Community Energy Management Grant. (The General Services Department—Sustainability Division is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the FY 2024 Community Energy Management Grant. The amount being sought is $100,000.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $100,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.20

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for the FY 2024 Community Energy Management Grant. (The General Services Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for the FY 2024 Trust Fund Grant. The amount being sought is $250,000.00. The State share is 50 percent or $250,000.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of 50 percent or $250,000.00. The total project cost is $500,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

20.21

Whitfield-Calloway, reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for the FY 2024 Trust Fund Grant for Intervale-Roselawn Park. (The General Services Department is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for the FY 2024 Trust Fund Grant. The amount being sought is $400,000.00. The State share is 50 percent or $400,000.00 of the requested amount and there is a required cash match of 50 percent or $400,000.00. The total project cost is $800,000.00.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3/14/24)

MOTION: APPROVE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

20.22

Santiago-Romero, reso. autho.

Approving the Department of Public Works Rankings of Applications for E-Scooter Shared-Mobility Permits.  (Pursuant to Section 47-10-14(d) of the 2019 Detroit City Code, the above-referenced resolution is hereby submitted to your Honorable Body for consideration and approval.) (REPORTED OUT OF THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 3-19-24)

MOTION: APPROVE WITH A WAIVER (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 8-0 (CY Not Present)

21.

PRESIDENT'S REPORT ON STANDING COMMITTEE REFERRALS AND OTHER MATTERS

22.

BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 

22.1

Submitting report relative to

Financial Report for the Seven Months ended January 31, 2024. (The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) respectfully submits its City of Detroit Financial Report for the Seven Months ended January 31, 2024.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

23.

INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE

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

HUMAN RESOURCES/CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION DIVISION

23.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Amend the 2023-2024 Official Compensation Schedule on behalf of the Human Resources Department, Classification & Compensation Division to include the pay range of $53,130 - $69,017 for the classification of Benefits Clerk 4. (Recommendation is submitted to amend the 2023-2024 Official Compensation Schedule to include the following pay range adjustment)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

MISCELLANEOUS

23.2

Council Member Fred Durhal, III.

Submitting memorandum relative to Request for Executive Session Inclusion and Closing Resolution - Analysis of Expiring Tax Abatements and Economic Impact Assessment.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

23.3

Council Member Fred Durhal, III.

Submitting memorandum relative to Reappointment of Gwendolyn A. Lewis to the City Planning Commission.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

24.

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

24.1

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 3072317 - 100% Capital Funding – To Provide Two (2) Electric Golf Carts. – Contractor: ADA Legacy Group, LLC – Location: 400 Renaissance Center, Suite 2600, Detroit, MI 48243 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through December 31, 2024 – Total Contract Amount: $37,575.00. GENERAL SERVICES

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

24.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Contract No. 6006007 - 100% Major Street Funding – To Provide Irrigation System Repair and Maintenance. – Contractor: Decima, LLC – Location: 16870 Schaefer Highway, Detroit, MI 48235 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval for a Period of Two (2) Years– Total Contract Amount: $275,000.00. GENERAL SERVICES

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

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

24.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Energy for the Energy Futures Grant.  (The General Services Department—Office of Sustainability is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Energy for the Energy Futures Grant. The amount being sought is $500,000.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $500,000.00.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

24.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept a donation of up to 250 trees from the Greening of Detroit for various parks across the City of Detroit.  (The Greening of Detroit has awarded up to 250 trees, valued at $200,000.00, to the City of Detroit General Services Department, for various parks across the City of Detroit, including Jayne Field, Wish-Egan Park, Marruso Park, Collins Park, Cross Park, Civic Park, and Skinner Playfield. There is no match requirement for this donation. This is a non-cash donation.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

MISCELLANEOUS

24.5

Council President Pro Tem James Tate

Submitting memorandum relative to Special Events – Business Engagement.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

25.

PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE

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

HISTORIC DESIGNATION ADVISORY BOARD

25.1

Submitting report relative to

Federal funding request for the Charles Lang Freer House, 71 East Ferry Ave., Detroit, Wayne State University.  (The Historic Designation Advisory Board of the Detroit City Council is happy to support an earmark funding request by Wayne State University (WSU) in support of urgently needed masonry repairs at the Charles Lang Freer House.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

HOUSING AND REVITALIZATION DEPARTMENT

25.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Request for a Public Hearing to Establish an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District on behalf of 1201 Griswold Street, LLC in the area of 1201 Griswold Street Detroit, Michigan, in accordance with Public Act 146 of 2000 (Petition # 2024-002). 

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

25.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 16305 & 16309 W Warren. (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 16305 & 16309 W Warren (the “Property”) for the purchase price of Thirty Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($30,000.00).)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

25.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 5122 W. Chicago, Detroit, Michigan 48204 to Rucker Property Management Group LLC.  (The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Rucker Property Management Group LLC, a Michigan limited liability company (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 5122 W. Chicago, Detroit, Michigan 48204 (the "Property") for the purchase price of Fifteen Thousand and 00/100 Dollars ($15,000.00).)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

25.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Property Sale of 6448 Garfield St. to Midwest Group LLC. The City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department ("P&DD") has received an offer from Midwest Group LLC, a Michigan limited liability company (the "Purchaser”), to purchase certain City-owned real property at 6448 Garfield St., Detroit, MI 48207 (the "Property") for the purchase price of Five Thousand One Hundred and 00/100 Dollars ($5,100.00).) 

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

MISCELLANEOUS

25.6

Council Member Mary Waters

Submitting memorandum relative to list of all properties managed and maintained by the Detroit Building Authority.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

25.7

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero

Submitting memorandum relative to Hotel at Water Square Benefits. 

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

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. 6006112 - 100% City Funding – To Provide Advanced Cleaning, Inspection, Care, Maintenance and Tracking of Firefighter Structural Turnout Gear. – Contractor: Fireservice Management LLC – Location: 32001 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, MI 48150 – Contract Period: Upon City Council Approval through March 31, 2027 – Total Contract Amount: $442,903.50. FIRE

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

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

26.2

Submitting reso. autho.

Request to Accept a Time Extension for the Construction Phase of the Advanced Transportation and Congestion Management Technologies Deployment Grant. (The Michigan Department of Transportation has awarded the City of Detroit Department of Public Works with a time extension for the Advanced Transportation and Congestion Management Technologies Deployment Grant. The Federal share is 50 percent or $2,182,500.00 of the approved amount, and there is a cash match requirement of 50 percent or $2,182,500.00. The total project cost is $4,365,000.00. The request to accept and appropriate funding for this grant was approved by City Council on February 26, 2019. This extension is for the Construction Phase of the project, which has been extended to June 30, 2024.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

26.3

Submitting reso. autho.

Authorization to submit a grant application to the Michigan Infrastructure Office for the FY 2024 Technical Assistance Center Support Services Grant. (The Department of Public Works is hereby requesting authorization from Detroit City Council to submit a grant application to the Michigan Infrastructure Office for the FY 2024 Technical Assistance Center Support Services Grant. The amount being sought is $2,286,715.00. There is no City match requirement. The total project cost is $2,286,715.00.)

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION

26.4

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Randolph Centre 2020 LLC, (x2024-056) request for encroachment within the westerly part of Randolph Street and the westerly part of Centre Street, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 1435 Randolph Street, for the installation of an on-site advertisings and awnings.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

26.5

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of Grobbel Properties LLC (x2024-083), request to vacate, with reserve of a public utility easement, part of the public alley bounded by Adelaide Street, Orleans Street, Gratiot Avenue, and the Dequindre Cut Greenway. (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.) 

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

26.6

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of 630 Webward Building LLC (x2024-084), request for encroachment within Woodward Avenue, adjacent to the parcel commonly known as 630 Woodward Avenue, for the approval of erecting a blade sign for on-site advertising.

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

26.7

Submitting reso. autho.

Petition of AT & T (x2024-081), request for encroachment within the public alley, lying adjacent to the parcels commonly known as 10604 & 10612 Somerset Avenue, for the installation of concrete pads, utility cabinets, and bollards. 

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

MISCELLANEOUS

26.8

Council President Pro Tem James Tate

Submitting memorandum relative to Bus Inquiries Part 2 .

MOTION: REFER TO THE COMMITTEE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

27.

CONSENT AGENDA

There are no items.

28.

MEMBER REPORTS

Council Member Gabriela Santiago-Romero, Council Member Mary Waters, Council Member Angela Whitfield-Calloway, Council President Mary Sheffield.

29.

ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE

There are no items.

30.

COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CLERK

30.1

Report on approval of proceedings by the Mayor.

MOTION: RECEIVE AND PLACE ON FILE (All Committee Members were in favor; Motion carried 7-0 (SB & CY Not Present)

31.

TESTIMONIAL RESOLUTIONS AND SPECIAL PRIVILEGE

There are no items.