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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 6/24/2014 10:00 AM Minutes status: Draft  
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14-1010 11. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2892654 - No Fee Contract - To Provide Electronic Payment Services via Credit Card, Electronic Check, Pin-Less Debit Cards - Contractor: Point & Pay LLC, Location: 250 Stephenson Hwy., Troy, MI 48083 - Contract Period: May 1, 2014 through April 30, 2017 - Contract Amount: $0.00. (This is a Renewal and Sole Source Contract. Expiration date of original contract was April 30, 2014.) FINANCE (REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-25-14)   Not available
14-1011 12. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Downtown Development Authority FY 2014-2015. (Pursuant to Article 28, Act 197, as amended, the Downtown Development Authority has prepared the FY 2014-2015 General Fund Budget.) (REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-25-14)   Not available
14-1012 13. Communication or ReportSubmitting report relative to Gaming Tax Revenue through May 2014. (For Council’s review, the attached schedules present the gaming tax revenue activity through May 2014 and prior fiscal years.) (REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-25-14)   Not available
14-1013 14. Communication or ReportSubmitting report relative to Municipal Parking Department FY 2014-15 Budget Analysis. (The attached information is in response to the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Budget Analysis by the Legislative Policy Division dated May 21, 2014.) (REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-25-14)   Not available
14-1014 15. AppointmentSubmitting reso. autho. Reappointment/Appointment to the Economic Development Corporation of the City of Detroit Board of Directors. (The following individuals, with the approval of City Council, have been reappointed or appointed to the Economic Development Corporation of the City of Detroit Board of Directors: Kirk Mayes, term expires Feb. 1, 2015; Matthew Roling, term expires Feb. 1, 2019; Jonathan Quarles, Feb. 1, 2020; Monique Claiborne, Feb. 1, 2020; Kimberly Clayson, term expires Feb. 1, 2015.) (REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-25-14)   Not available
14-1015 16. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2790154 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Software Maintenance, Support and Upgrades - Contractor: Konnech, Inc. Location: 4211 Okemos Road, Ste. 3, Okemos, MI 48864 - Contract Period: July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2019 - Contract Amount: $50,362.00/year. (This is a Renewal Contract. Expiration date of original contract is June 30, 2014. ) ELECTIONS (REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-25-14)   Not available
14-1016 17. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2815995 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Repair, Service, Parts and Labor for Ford Vehicles and Trucks - Contractor: Jorgensen Ford, Location: 8333 Michigan, Detroit, MI 48210 - Contract Period: June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2015 - Contract Amount: $103,831.00. (This Contract is for Extension of Time and Additional Funds.) GENERAL SERVICES (REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-25-14)   Not available
14-1017 18. ResolutionSubmitting report relative to Motor City Makeover Donation Acceptance. (Your Honorable Body is respectfully requested to accept donations received by the Mayor’s Office for the 2014 Motor City Makeover Program.) (REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-26-14)   Not available
14-1018 19. PetitionSubmitting report relative to Petition of Greater Apostolic Faith Temple (#269), request to hold the “Greater Apostolic Faith Temple Annual Tent Revival” on June 18-22, 2014 with various times each day. Set up is to begin 6/17/14 with tear down ending 6/23/14. (The Police and Recreation Departments RECOMMENDS APPROVAL of this petition. AWAITING REPORTS FROM MAYOR’S OFFICE, DPW-CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION BUILDINGS SAFETY ENGINEERING & ENVIRONMENTAL AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS.) EVENT HAS PAST. REMOVE FROM CALENDAR   Not available
14-1019 110. PetitionSubmitting report relative to Meridian Health Plan (#295), request to hold the “Meridan Block Party” at Campus Martius and Cadillac Square Parks on August 8, 2014 from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.; with temporary street closure on Cadillac Square westbound from Woodward to Bates. Set up begins 8/7 with tear down on 8/9. (The Recreation Department reports that this event is taking place August 8, 2014 on property of the Campus Martius Park having no direct impact on operations of our department. A recommendation should be made for the petitioner to contact Detroit 300 Conservancy/Ms. Heather Badrak for booking details relative to that location.) (REFERRED TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-26-14)   Not available
14-1020 111. PetitionSubmitting reso. autho. Request for Public Hearing to Establish an Obsolete Property Rehabilitation District, in the area of 751 Griswold, Detroit, MI in accordance with Public Act 146 of 2000; Submitted by 751 Griswold, LLC. (Related to Petition #118) (REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-26-14)   Not available
14-1021 112. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2847507 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Fireboat Liability Insurance for the SS Curtis Randolph Vessel for the Detroit Fire Department - Contractor: Camden Insurance Agency, Inc., Location: 17900 Ryan Road, Detroit, MI 48212 - Contract Period: July 1, 2014 through July 1, 2015 - Contract Amount: $39,916.00. (This Contract is for Extension of Time. Re-bid in 2015) FIRE (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-1022 113. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2888909 - 100% Federal Funding - To Provide Helicopter Equipment and Installation to the DPD Helicopter - Contractor: Great Lakes Aviation Services, 35641 Stillmeadow Lane, Clinton Township, MI 48035 - One Time Purchase - Contract Amount: $31,090.00. (This is a Sole Source Contract). HOMELAND SECURITY (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-1023 114. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2892255 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Towing for Abandoned Vehicles Citywide - Contractor: Tri-County Towing, Inc., Location: 13400 Girardin Road, Detroit, MI 48212 - Contract Period: July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017 - Contract Amount: $51,000.00. MUNICIPAL PARKING (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-1024 115. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2892677 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Towing for Abandoned Vehicles Citywide - Contractor: A C Towing, Inc., Location: 5130 14th St., Detroit, MI 48208 - Contract Period: July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017 - Contract Amount: $51,000.00. MUNICIPAL PARKING (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-1025 116. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2889954 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Tactical Entry Vests and Ballistic Helmets to the Detroit Narcotics Enforcement Unit - Contractor: Michigan Police Equipment, Location: 6521 Lansing Road, Charlotte, MI 48813 - One Time Purchase - Contract Amount: $358,900.00. (This is a Sole Source Contract.) POLICE (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-1026 117. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2894236 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Vehicle Wash Service to the Detroit Police Department - Contractor: Star Auto Wash, Inc., Location: 18401 West Warren St., Detroit, MI 48226 - Contract Period: June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2017 - Contract Amount: $75,000.00/ 3 years. POLICE (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-1027 118. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2891633 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Street Lighting Transformers - Contractor: Walker-Miller Energy Services LLC, Location: 2990 W. Grand Blvd., Ste 310, Detroit, MI 48202 - One Time Purchase - Contract Amount: $143,700.00. (This is a One Time Purchase.) PUBLIC LIGHTING (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-1028 119. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2777523 - 20% State, 80% Federal Funding - To Provide Parts Needed to Repair Detroit Diesel Engines and Transmissions - Contractor: Williams Detroit Diesel, Location: 4000 Stecker Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126 - Contract Period: June 1, 2014 through October 31, 2014 - Contract Amount: $0.00. (This Contract is for Extension of Time only, until a new contract is in place.) TRANSPORTATION (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-1029 120. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2891637 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Hauling and Disposal of Biosolids to various landfills for the Waste Water Treatment Plant- RFQ 47825 - Trinity Environmental Soultions LLC, Detroit MI 48226 Contract Period: July 15, 2014 through July 14, 2016 - Estimated cost $5,911,600.00. DWSD (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-30-14)   Not available
14-0966 121. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Tax Statement. (In accordance with Section 18-2-24 of the City Code, the Budget Department is submitting a statement of the amounts to be raised by taxation in Fiscal Year 2014-2015, formally known as the Tax Statement. Also submitted is a 2% Limitation Statement based upon 2012 equalized valuations.) (REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-18-14)   Not available
14-0969 122. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Eight Mile Woodward Corridor Improvement Authority (“EMWCIA”) - Submitting reso. autho. City of Detroit EMWCIA Budget for Fiscal Year 2014-2015. (REFERRED TO THE BUDGET, FINANCE AND AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-18-14)   Not available
14-0889 123. Lawsuit SettlementStatus of Law Department submitting reso. autho. Settlement in the lawsuit of Joyce McCalebb v. City of Detroit; 36th District Court Case No.: 14-200508, File No.: A37000.008013 (PMC); in the amount of $3,700.00 by reason of alleged injuries or property damage sustained by Joyce McCalebb on or about November 27, 2013. (BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 6-4-14)   Not available
14-0806 124. PetitionStatus of City Clerks Office submitting reso. autho. Petition of North Rosedale Park Civic Association (NRPCA) (#240), requesting from your Honorable Body for a charitable gaming license. (BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 6-4-14)   Not available
14-0891 125. PetitionStatus of Law Department submitting reso. autho. Petition of Young Detroit Thinkers (#268), requesting resolution from your Honorable Body for a charitable gaming license. (BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 6-4-14)   Not available
14-0970 126. PetitionSubmitting reso. autho. Petition of Bayview Yacht Club Foundation (#291), requesting resolution from your Honorable Body for a charitable gaming license. (REFERRED TO THE INTERNAL OPERATIONS STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-18-14)   Not available
14-0973 127. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2892371 - 00% Federal Funding - Public Facility Rehabilitation - To Provide Housing and Economic Development Programs, Recreational and Educational Services, Health and Safety Initiatives for Youth and Families - Contractor: Abayomi Community Development Corporation, Location: 24331 W. Eight Mile Road, Detroit, MI 48219 - Contract Period: June 30, 2014 through December 31, 2015 - Contract Amount: $100,000.00. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT (REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-19-14)   Not available
14-0999 128. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Request of John Everett Thomas for the rezoning of 15239 Fenkell Avenue between from B2 (Local Business and Residential District) to B4 (General Business District) (RECOMMEND DENIAL) (The City Planning Commission staff concludes that the proposed rezoning request fails to satisfy the rezoning criteria cited in Sec. 61-3-80 of the Detroit Zoning Ordinance and respectfully recommends denial of the petition.) (REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-19-14)   Not available
14-0974 130. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Detroit Land Bank Community Partnership Policy. (The Detroit Land Bank Authority believes that in order to speed the reuse of abandoned property in the City of Detroit, partnerships with nonprofit faith-based or community development organizations are essential.) (REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-19-14)   Not available
14-0962 129. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Detroit City Council to support the use of the City’s right to purchase tax foreclosed property from the Wayne County Treasurer prior to the auction and have the properties so purchased transferred directly to the Detroit Land Bank so long as the Detroit Land Bank assumes financial responsibility for the property’s acquisition cost as well as any liability for the property’s demolition, maintenance, or resale. (This memorandum is prepared in response for your request for background information and context for the attached council resolution supporting the use of the City’s right to purchase tax foreclosed property from Wayne County Treasurer.) (REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-12-14)   Not available
14-0977 131. PetitionSubmitting report relative to Petition of La Feria Spanish Tapas (#210), request for an outdoor café permit located at 4130 Cass Avenue. (REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-19-14)   Not available
14-1001 132. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Surplus Property Sale Development: 11338 E. Jefferson, to Timothy Schact, for the amount of $3,500.00. (Offeror proposes to clean up the property and create a greenspace buffer to enhance their adjacent veterinary clinic located at 11300 E. Jefferson.) (REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-19-14)   Not available
14-1002 133. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Correction of Legal Description Development - 5425 W. Jefferson (Part of). (It has come to the Planning and Development Department’s attention that the legal description was issued in error. A corrected legal description has been prepared accurately and completely describes the parcel conveyed.) (REFERRED TO THE PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-19-14)   Not available
14-0898 134. ContractBenson, reso. autho. Contract No. 2893445 - 100% Street Funding - To Provide U Channel Steel Sign Post and Anchors - Contractor: MD Solutions, Inc., Location: 8225 Estates Parkway, Plain City, OH 43064 - Contract Period: June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2017 - Contract Amount: $67,852.47. PUBLIC WORKS (This contract is for a term of three (3) years.)   Not available
14-0899 135. ContractBenson, reso. autho. Contract No. 2893573 - 100% Street Funding - To Provide Six (6) Cargo Vans - Contractor: Jorgensen Ford Sales, Inc., Location: 8333 Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48210 - One Time Purchase - Contract Amount: $153,330.00. PUBLIC WORKS (This contract is for a term of three (3) years)   Not available
14-0900 136. ContractBenson, reso. autho. Contract No. 2893448 - 100% Street Funding - To Provide Square Tube Steel Sign Post and Anchors - Contractor: T&N Services, Inc., Location: 2940 E. Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48207 - Contract Period: June 1, 2014 through May 31, 2017 - Contract Amount: $164,493.00. PUBLIC WORKS (This contract is for a term of three (3) years.)   Not available
14-0901 137. ContractBenson, reso. autho. Contract No. 2794006 - 20% State, 80% Federal Funding - To Furnish Remanufactured Medium and Heavy Duty Coach Engines and Automatic Transmissions for Three (3) Years - Contractor: Cummins Bridgeway, Location: 3760 Wyoming, Dearborn, MI 48120 - Contract Period: May 31, 2014 through August 31, 2014 - Contract Amount: $0.00. TRANSPORTATION (This contract is for Extension of Time to Allow for Service and Processing of a New Contract. No Additional Funds Needed.)   Not available
14-0902 138. ContractBenson, reso. autho. Contract No. 2839582 - 62.05% City, 28.43% State, 6.13% Federal, 3.39% Other Funding - To Provide Cleaning of Diesel Particular Filters - Contractor: DPF Cleaning Specialists. Location: 5325 Outer Drive, Windsor, ON N9A6J3 - Contract Period: April 1, 2014 through March 31, 2015 - Contract Amount: $0.00. (This is a Contract Renewal for Time Only, Extension of One Year. No Additional Funds Required) TRANSPORTATION   Not available
14-0942 139. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2874881 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Colored Printed Bus Schedules - Contractor: Accuform Business Systems, Location: 7231 Southfield, Road, Detroit, MI 48228 - Contract Period: February 1, 2014 through January 31, 2015 - Increase Amount: $40,000.00 - Total Amount Not to Exceed $91,829.10. TRANSPORTATION (This is a Renewal Contract for Additional Funds. The Original Contract Amount is $51,829.10.) (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-16-14)   Not available
14-0943 140. ContractSubmitting reso. autho. Contract No. 2831980 - 100% City Funding - To Provide Paratransit Services to the Elderly, Disabled and Low Income Residents - Contractor: Delray Transportation, Location, 7914 W. Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48209 - Contract Period: January 1, 2014 through August 1, 2014 - Increase Amount: $208,320.00 - Total Amount Not to Exceed $573,220.00. TRANSPORTATION (This Contract is for Extension of Time and Additional Funds. Original Contract Amount is $364,900.00) (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-16-14)   Not available
14-0819 141. ContractStatus of Finance Department/Purchasing Division submitting Contract No. 2613600 - 100% Revenue Funding - To Secure Advertisements for the DDOT Coaches - Contractor: CBS Outdoors, Location: 88 Custer Street, Detroit, MI 48202-2977 - Contract Period: September 9, 2003 through September 17, 2014 - Contract Amount: $419,043.72. TRANSPORTATION (This Amendment is for Extension of Time and to Decrease the Monthly Guarantee Amount DDOT will Receive of $419,043.72 or $34,920.31 per month) (BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 6-2-14)   Not available
14-0983 142. ResolutionSubmitting reso. autho. Request to Accept and Appropriate FY 2013 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program from FEMA. (The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has awarded the City of Detroit Fire Department FY 2013 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program for a total of $1,307,000.00) (REFERRED TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY STANDING COMMITTEE ON 6-23-14)   Not available
14-0903 143. PetitionBenson, reso. autho. Petition of Springfield Baptist Church (#212), request to hold their First Annual Fun Day at 4036 Buchanan, July 12, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; with temporary street closures including Buchanan, W. Grand Blvd., Scotten and Bangor. (GRANT SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS)   Not available
14-0908 144. PetitionBenson, reso. autho. Petition of National Supreme Council AA&SR Mason’s (#137), request permission to hang at least 4 to 5 banners on Joy Rd. and Grand River; Joy Rd. and Yosemite; Joy Rd. and Yellowstone and 5040 Joy Rd., August 1, 2014 to February 1, 2015. (PULLED FROM THE FORMAL SESSION ON 07-01-14 AND DIRECTED TO POSTPONE UNTIL 07-08-14; AWAITING REPORTS)   Not available
14-0865 145. PetitionStatus of Public Works Department/City Engineering Division submitting reso. autho. Petition of Temple Plaza Hotel Inc. (#3024), request to renovate/update the façade located at 432 E. Lafayette. The new design of the old original columns encroach the city property by 3 inches. (BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 6-2-14)   Not available
14-1030 146. ResolutionReport on approved proceedings from the Emergency Manager. · Contract No. 86853 - 100% City Funding - Budget Director - To Be Responsible and Accountable for the Administration and Supervision of the Budget Department - Contractor: Pamela Scales, Location 18655 Wildemere, Detroit, MI - Contract Period: May 16, 2014 through May 15, 2015 - Contract Amount: $140,000.00. (This letter serves to correct a contract amount previously approved on June 2, 2014. The personal services contract for a Budget Director, contract number 86853, incorrectly stated the total contract amount is for $150,000. The memo should have read as stated above.) BUDGET - Personal Service Contract   Not available
13-0730 147. Communication or ReportReport on approval of proceedings by the Mayor.   Not available
14-1031 148. Testimonial ResolutionJones, Testimonial Resolution in Memoriam for Officer Anna Hamilton.   Not available
14-1032 149. Testimonial ResolutionJones, Testimonial Resolution in Memoriam for Donald “The Don” Davis.   Not available
14-1033 150. Testimonial ResolutionJones, Testimonial Resolution for Commander Charles D. Wilson.   Not available
14-1034 151. Testimonial ResolutionJones, Testimonial Resolution for Attorney James M. Edwards.   Not available
14-1035 152. Testimonial ResolutionJones, Testimonial Resolution for Sergeant Kimberly Bennett for “25 Years of Committed Service.”   Not available
14-1036 153. Testimonial ResolutionJones, Testimonial Resolution for Commander Brian R. Stair for “25 Years of Committed Service.”   Not available
14-1037 154. Testimonial ResolutionJones, Testimonial Resolution for Reverend Dr. Raymond Wilson 37th Pastoral Anniversary and 85th Birthday Celebration.   Not available
14-1038 155. Testimonial ResolutionJones, Testimonial Resolution for John Wesley Spraggins “New Centenarian Celebrating 100 Years.”   Not available