DHC approved an almost $1.35 million contract to replace all 392 exterior apartment doors at Sojourner Truth Homes. They also approved a $350K contract for a plan to design stronger public housing at Diggs/Forest Park Place Apartments, with better connection to Eastern Market.
DHS is requesting additional funding to support the function and upkeep of current programs while it awaits the results of a potential millage election.
Police and water dept officials gave an update on the Southwest water main break. Public commenters spoke in support of the Right to Renew ordinance. The council approved the appointment of Todd Bettison as police chief, and with a 5-4 vote approved new towing rates.
The pension fund is currently $45 million over the allocation target — a surplus — but distributions should be increasing in the coming year. HR is filling vacancies created after a series of fraudulent pension payments were discovered. Michigan State Police is investigating.
