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City of Detroit Seeks Recreation Program Providers for 2024
The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) has announced its search for multiple vendors to provide structured, supervised program opportunities for Recreation Center members. This initiative is being carried out by the General Service Department and Parks and Recreation, with programs set to run during the 2024 calendar year on either a program session or drop-in outing basis.The Parks and Recreation Department is specifically looking for vendors to offer a wide range of programs to cater to the diverse interests and needs of the community. These...
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City of Detroit Seeks Organizations for Summer Youth Enrichment Program
The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) is inviting Faith and Community Based and Youth Development Organizations to submit their qualifications to provide summer enrichment opportunities for Detroit youth. The program aims to offer structured and supervised outdoor activities for young people during the months of June through August, five days a week, for eight consecutive weeks.Interested organizations are encouraged to submit their questions regarding the program by January 12, 2024, at 3:00 pm EST. The deadline for submitting proposals is...
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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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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Wayne County in week ending Dec. 9 2023
The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Wayne County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.
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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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City, County, State Gun Violence Reduction Partnership Has Detroit on Path to Fewest Homicides in 57 Years
Cities across America have seen a rise in violent crime since COVID-19, part of which has been caused by the pandemic’s complete disruption of the criminal justice system.
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Former NBA players join forces with family to launch one-of-a-kind “cafe” in historic Detroit neighborhood
Detroit welcomes the latest Motor City Match small business, CRED Cafe, as Mayor Mike Duggan and the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC) gathered to celebrate the new Rivertown establishment with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
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Downpayment Assistance Program has helped more than 300 Detroiters become homeowners; Round 2 coming in 2024
More than 300 Detroiters have become first-time homeowners so far through Round 1 of the City of Detroit’s Downpayment Assistance Program (DPA), which closed Monday, December 4, city officials announced.
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1 gas station in cities throughout Wayne County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Dec. 9 2023
The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Wayne County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 9 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.
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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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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Wayne County in week ending Dec. 2 2023?
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Wayne County was found at one gas station in the week ending Dec. 2 2023, according to GasBuddy.com.
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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Wayne County in week ending Nov. 25?
The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Wayne County was found at one gas station in the week ending Nov. 25, according to GasBuddy.com.