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Recent News About City of Detroit
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City of Detroit Seeks Solar Providers for Utility-Scale Solar Projects
The City of Detroit has announced that it is seeking proposals from qualified solar providers for the development of locally-sited utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. The goal of this initiative is to generate at least 55,000 MWh/yr of clean energy for the city.In a statement released by the city, it was stated that they are looking for a solar partner who has the necessary experience and capability to ensure a fully managed and well-executed process. The selected provider will be responsible for designing, engineering, building, operating, maintaining, and...
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Mayor Duggan, State & Local Leaders Celebrate Groundbreaking of New Affordable Housing Project in East Chadsey-Condon Neighborhood
Mayor Mike Duggan and community developer MiSide Community Impact Network, along with state and local leaders, gathered on December 11th to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Campbell Street Apartments, a new $18 million affordable housing development in the East Chadsey-Condon neighborhood of Detroit. This project aims to address the need for affordable housing in the area and provide 39 units of deeply affordable housing in its first phase of construction.The Campbell Street Apartments will offer a range of 1 to 3-bedroom units, with 20 units reserved for households...
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City of Detroit Seeks Vendors to Provide Summer Enrichment Opportunities for Youth
The City of Detroit is looking for vendors to provide structured and supervised enrichment opportunities for youth during the summer months. The Recreation Department of the city aims to offer free childcare and enrichment programming to approximately 1,500 young individuals across Detroit.The Office of Contracting and Procurement, on behalf of the General Service Department and Parks and Recreation, has initiated the search for vendors who can provide all-day programming at non-City partner locations. These programs will cater to up to 50 youth per camp location, running...
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Final Yard Waste Collection Deadline Approaching in Detroit
Residents of Detroit are being reminded by the City of Detroit Department of Public Works (DPW) that the deadline for yard waste collections is this month. The final two-week cycle for yard waste pick up will begin on Monday, December 11th, and run until December 22nd. This will be the last opportunity for Detroiters to dispose of their yard waste until April 2024.According to the DPW, residents are advised to put out all remaining yard waste on their regularly scheduled pick up date between December 11th and December 22nd. Crews will collect bagged leaves and...
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The City of Detroit Receives Distinguished Budget Award from Government Finance Officers Association
The City of Detroit has been recognized for its commitment to excellence in budgeting by receiving the Government Finance Officers Association's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its Fiscal Year 2024 Budget. This prestigious award reflects the city's adherence to the highest principles of governmental budgeting and marks the first time Detroit has received the award in 11 years."We are proud to resume receiving the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from GFOA," said Steve Watson, Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Budget Director. "The Budget team is...
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DDOT shares information regarding early morning bus accident
The Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) is sharing details of an accident that occurred this morning involving a DDOT bus as part of the Department’s commitment to safety and transparency.
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Fire Department shares information on overnight EMS incident
As part of it commitment to transparency, the Detroit Fire Department is providing details of an incident from last night involving and EMS paramedic.
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Warming Centers and Respite Locations Now Open Across Detroit
The City of Detroit has respite locations and warming centers available to provide residents relief from the cold.
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Development and Project Management for Land Value Tax Assessment (184186,2)
The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) on behalf of its Office of the Assessor requests proposals from qualified professional consulting firms to provide program management and the development of a land value tax (LVT) assessment and collection process.
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Detroit earns perfect score on 2023 Municipal Equality Index
The City of Detroit has received its 8th consecutive 100 score – the maximum possible - on the 2023 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index (MEI) scoreboard.
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Automated shuttle planned for Detroit starts safety testing at Mcity
Testing of a new automated shuttle is underway at the University of Michigan's Mcity Test Facility to ensure the technology is ready to safely serve older adults (65+) and people with disabilities in the City of Detroit.
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Detroit joins leading U.S. cities in adopting an energy and water benchmarking policy for buildings, a key action in newly released Detroit Climate Strategy
Detroit joined a growing number of cities, counties, and states in the U.S. that have adopted a mandatory energy and water benchmarking and transparency policy for buildings.
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Automatic License Plate Reader (LPR)
The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) on behalf of x department requests proposals from qualified Respondents to render certain technical or professional services ("Services") as set forth in this RFP to provide Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPR) on City of Detroit freeway entry and exit ramps, by installing APLRs at City boundaries on freeways within City of Detroit boarders, and by installing ALPRS on Freeway Intersections.
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Detroit welcomes back Michigan & Trumbull Pizza with grand opening celebration
Detroit's culinary landscape expands with the grand opening of Michigan & Trumbull Pizza, a community-backed pizzeria delivering Detroit-style pizza with a twist.
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Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Special Land Use Hearings Held in Detroit
On January 10, 2023, the Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Special Land Use Hearings took place in Detroit. The purpose of these hearings was to discuss and decide on various proposed land use projects in different zoning districts.The first case on the agenda was SLU2023-00085. The proposed use for this case was to establish a rental hall in an existing 2,514 square foot building located at 12720, 12730, 12734, 12738, and 12742 Livernois Ave. The building is situated in a B4 (General Business) Zoning District. Attendees were able to join the meeting online...