Ann Arbor, MI

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City Council

The City Council will vote on a notice of intent to issue up to $10,000,000 in capital improvement bonds for park projects. The agenda includes approval of a $481,765.72 construction contract for the West Park Bandshell demolition and a rezoning of 2080 South State Street from Township to Office district. Additionally, the council will appoint three new members to the Independent Community Police Oversight Commission.

• Notice of intent to issue Capital Improvement Bonds for park improvements (not to exceed $10,000,000.00)
• Construction contract with Inner City Contracting, LLC for West Park Bandshell Demolition ($481,765.72)
• Rezoning of 1.199 acres at 2080 South State Street from TWP to O district
• Annexation of 5,227 square feet at 2958 Shady Lane
• Appointment of Mark Brantmeyer, Sheena Long, and Chris Mattox to ICPOC

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee is meeting to discuss its policy agenda and receive updates on state and federal legislative matters. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 2026 meeting and public comment. No specific policy items or decisions are listed.

• Approval of July 2026 meeting minutes
• Policy agenda discussion
• State legislative update
• Federal legislative update

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Park Advisory Commission

The Ann Arbor Park Advisory Commission will consider recommending authorization of up to $10 million in capital improvement bonds for park projects, approve a construction contract for the West Park Bandshell demolition, and vote on renaming two parks. The meeting also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving project updates.

• Resolution to authorize up to $10,000,000 in capital improvement bonds for park improvements
• Construction contract with Inner City Contracting, LLC for West Park Bandshell demolition ($437,968.84)
• Resolution to rename DTE Energy House at Leslie Science and Nature Center to A2ZERO House
• Resolution to rename 2570 Dexter Avenue Park to George Henry Jewett II Park
• Approval of July 21, 2026 meeting minutes

City Council

The Ann Arbor City Council is meeting to vote on a consent agenda that includes a $2.7 million agreement for lining a portion of the Malletts Creek drain, several equipment purchases, and a grant application for a pedestrian bridge replacement. The meeting also includes public commentary, a closed session, and routine approvals of minutes and communications.

• Agreement with Malletts Creek Drainage Board for County Farm Park Branch lining project ($2,727,372.00)
• Grant application to Washtenaw County for South Barton Pedestrian Bridge replacement
• Purchase of two Bobcat units from Diuble Equipment Inc. ($153,669.70)
• Sole source purchase order increase with Brown Equipment Company from $25,000 to $70,000
• Purchase of three Timan Combi snow plow and sweeper attachments ($80,985.00)

The Ann Arbor City Council approved a $2.7 million agreement for lining a portion of the Malletts Creek drain, along with several other consent agenda items including grants, equipment purchases, and a community events fund disbursement. All items were approved as presented, with no substantive debate or individual votes recorded.

• Approved $2,727,372 agreement for Malletts Creek drain lining project (consent agenda)
• Approved grant application for South Barton Pedestrian Bridge replacement (consent agenda)
• Approved $70,000 increase for Brown Equipment Company pipeline inspection equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved $50,000 increase for Source One Environmental sewer pipe lining supplies (consent agenda)
• Approved $153,669.70 purchase of two Bobcat units from Diuble Equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved $80,985 purchase of snow plow and sweeper attachments from Brown Equipment (consent agenda)
• Approved community events fund disbursements from FY 2027 budget (R-26-336)
• Approved appointments as confirmed by mayor (consent agenda)

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Council Administration Committee

The Ann Arbor Council Administration Committee is holding a regular meeting with agenda items limited to approval of prior minutes, updates from the City Administrator and City Attorney, and public comment. No substantive policy decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting
• City Administrator update by Milton Dohoney Jr.
• City Attorney update by Atleen Kaur
• Public comment period

The Council Administration Committee met and approved its agenda and the minutes from the July 14, 2026 meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made; items discussed included engaging a firm for a performance evaluation and reviewing a proposed council rule regarding treatment of staff. The meeting adjourned after updates from the City Administrator and City Attorney.

• Approved meeting agenda as presented
• Approved minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting

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City Council

City Council will consider several zoning changes and a variety of city service contracts. The body is deciding on a major construction contract for water treatment instrumentation and grants for affordable housing projects.

• Construction contract with Lee Contracting, Inc. for $2,225,685.00 for Water Treatment Services Unit improvements
• Two $100,000.00 affordable housing grants for Townie Homes and Hickory Way III
• Rezoning requests for 615 Riverview Drive, 2700 Fuller Road, and 315 West Huron Street
• Purchase order with Penchura, L.L.C for $262,280.00 for solid waste containers
• Street closures for Festifall, Autumnal Green Fair, and A2 Artoberfest

The Ann Arbor City Council approved the 315 W. Huron PUD site plan and development agreement, adopted three rezoning ordinances, and passed a consent agenda with 18 items. The council also approved a new special events ordinance on first reading, though it failed to pass on a second vote. All decisions were made with the full council present.

• Approved the 315 W. Huron PUD site plan and development agreement (R-26-326).
• Adopted rezoning for 615 Riverview Drive (ORD-26-19), 2700 Fuller Road (ORD-26-20), and 315 W. Huron (ORD-26-21).
• Adopted the bicycle and vehicle parking ordinance (ORD-26-01).
• Approved the special events ordinance on first reading (5-6 vote).
• Approved 18 consent agenda items, including street closures, grants, and contracts.
• Approved a ballot question certification for Ann Arbor for Public Power.
• Approved amendments to council rules (R-26-328).
• Entered closed session for labor negotiations, real estate, and litigation.

Cable Communications Commission

The Ann Arbor Cable Communications Commission is holding a meeting to discuss regular business, including a legislative update and a report from CTN General Manager Greg McDonald. The agenda is largely procedural, with approval of minutes and public commentary. There are no major decisions or discussions on specific policies or projects listed.

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Housing Commission

The Housing Commission is meeting to consider several resolutions regarding the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Administrative Plan. The body will discuss changes to payment standards, income reporting, and cost-saving measures to prevent shortfalls.

• Resolution 26-1272: Amendments to HCV Administrative Plan Chapter 6 regarding payment standard decreases
• Resolution 26-1273: Amendments to HCV Administrative Plan Chapter 11 regarding annual and interim income reporting
• Resolution 26-1274: Amendments to HCV Administrative Plan Chapter 16 regarding cost saving measures to prevent shortfalls
• Resolution 26-1275: Amended FY26 Payment Standard for voucher programs

Council Policy Agenda Committee

The Council Policy Agenda Committee is meeting to discuss federal and state legislative updates, a 'Road to Housing' discussion, and to consider approving an RFP for state and federal lobbying services. They will also approve the schedule for the 2027 policy agenda update. The meeting includes approval of minutes from May 2026 and is open for public comment.

• Approval for RFP Issuance for State and Federal Lobbying Services
• Road to Housing Discussion
• Approval of Schedule for 2027 Policy Agenda Update
• Federal Legislative Update
• State Legislative Update

The Council Policy Agenda Committee approved its agenda and May 2026 minutes. Members received updates on federal and state legislative matters, including the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, and discussed the upcoming RFP for lobbying services and the 2027 policy agenda schedule. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved May 2026 minutes

Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA)

The Local Development Finance Authority is meeting to review quarterly financial and administrative reports. The body will also discuss officer elections and adjustments to micro-loans.

• Officer Elections
• Micro-Loan Adjustment
• SmartZone Financial Report
• SPARK LDFA 4th Quarter Report
• LDFA Administrative Report - 4th Quarter

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority is holding a rescheduled work session to discuss project updates and a draft policy. The agenda includes a status report on the North Main project and a general construction update. The board will also review a draft parking contract policy. No final votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Review of North Main project update (Item 26-1222)
• Review of general construction update (Item 26-1223)
• Review of DRAFT Parking Contract Policy (Item 26-1224)

The Downtown Development Authority held a work session with no formal votes. They received a presentation on the North Main Street project design sketches, an update on Ann Street and Fourth Avenue construction, and a draft Parking Contract Policy for affordable housing developments. The draft policy will be brought to the August 5th Board meeting.

• Received North Main Street design presentation (no action)
• Received construction update on Ann Street and Fourth Avenue projects (no action)
• Reviewed draft Parking Contract Policy; scheduled for August 5 Board meeting

Park Advisory Commission

The Ann Arbor Park Advisory Commission will consider recommending authorization of up to $10 million in capital improvement bonds for various park projects, and a $750,000 annual amendment to a playground services contract. The commission will also hear updates on Veterans Park and receive routine reports from staff and committees.

• Resolution to recommend issuing up to $10,000,000 in capital improvement bonds for park improvements
• Resolution to recommend approval of Amendment 1 to the professional services agreement with Michigan Recreational Construction, Inc. for playground improvements, not to exceed $750,000 annually
• Veterans Park update presentation
• Approval of June 16, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunities (two sessions, 3 minutes per speaker)

The Park Advisory Commission voted on two resolutions. A resolution to recommend authorization of up to $10,000,000 in capital improvement bonds for park projects failed to pass due to a lack of majority vote and was tabled. A resolution to recommend approval of Amendment 1 to the Five-Year Professional Services Agreement with Michigan Recreational Construction, Inc. for playground improvement services (not to exceed $750,000 annually) was approved by majority vote, with Commissioner Winslow opposed. The commission also approved the agenda and the June 16, 2026 meeting minutes, and received updates on Veterans Park, the manager's report, and various project status reports.

• Approved the meeting agenda as presented.
• Approved the June 16, 2026 meeting minutes as presented and forwarded them to City Council.
• Tabled the resolution recommending authorization of up to $10,000,000 in capital improvement bonds for park projects after the motion failed to pass due to lack of majority vote.
• Approved the resolution to recommend approval of Amendment 1 to the Five-Year Professional Services Agreement with Michigan Recreational Construction, Inc. for playground improvement services, not to exceed $750,000 annually.

City Council

City Council will vote on several high-value contracts for police technology, infrastructure, and conservation easements. The body is also considering multiple zoning changes and street closures for upcoming community events.

• Master Services Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police technology, drones, and software ($2,966,598.76)
• Construction contract with E.T. MacKenzie Company for Dexter Road sidewalk and stormwater improvements ($846,900.00)
• Purchase of conservation easements for Root Property ($180,367.00) and Heydon III Property ($295,000.00)
• Rezoning requests for 225 and 235 South Wagner Road, 3785 Varsity Drive, and 700 N Main St
• Street closures for Electricians NTI Block Party, Ann Arbor Pride 2026, and UA Plumbers and Pipefitters Block Party

The Ann Arbor City Council approved a resolution directing the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance imposing a six-month moratorium on new short-term rental licenses, while allowing renewals for existing compliant rentals. The vote was 8-1, with Councilmember Disch voting no. The council also approved a resolution directing the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance granting tenants the right to establish or participate in a tenant organization.

• Approved resolution to prepare ordinance granting tenants right to organize (voice vote)
• Approved amended resolution for 6-month moratorium on new short-term rental licenses (8-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $2.97M Axon police technology agreement (unanimous)
• Approved unarmed response program adding 4.0 FTE positions (unanimous, 8-vote requirement met)
• Approved IGA with Washtenaw County Community Mental Health for co-response clinician ($405,000)
• Adopted rezoning ordinances for 225/235 S Wagner Rd, 3785 Varsity Dr, and 700 N Main St
• Adopted ordinance amending height limit exceptions (ORD-26-18)
• Approved issuance of bonds for Dr. Willis C. Patterson Project housing

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Downtown Development Authority

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to review various 2026 airport reports and draft bylaws. The body will also discuss an update regarding noise abatement.

• Review of 2026 Fuel, Hangar Occupancy, and Operations reports
• Review of 2026 USDA Wildlife Services Report
• Discussion of AAC Draft Bylaws
• Update on Noise Abatement

The Airport Advisory Committee met on July 15, 2026, and approved the agenda and the previous meeting minutes as presented. No public comments were received, and no new business was introduced. The meeting was adjourned at 5:56 PM.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes as presented

Budget and Labor Committee

The Budget and Labor Committee is meeting to review the annual budget timeline, the FY 2026 close-out and audit schedule, and the start of the FY 2027 budget with a digital budget book update. They will also kick off the FY 2028 two-year budget cycle. The agenda includes approval of the June 9, 2026 minutes and a closed session for collective bargaining strategy.

• FY 2026 Close-Out & Audit Schedule
• FY 2027 Start & Digital Budget Book Update
• FY 2028 Budget Kick-Off – 2 Year Budget Cycle
• Closed session for collective bargaining agreement negotiations
• Approval of June 9, 2026 meeting minutes

The Budget and Labor Committee met and approved the agenda and the June 9, 2026 minutes. No public comment or unfinished business was presented. The committee discussed the annual budget timeline, including the FY 2026 close-out and audit schedule, FY 2027 start and digital budget book update, and the FY 2028 budget book kick-off for the two-year budget cycle. The committee then entered a closed session for collective bargaining negotiations and adjourned without taking any substantive votes on budget items.

• Approved agenda (voice vote)
• Approved June 9, 2026 open meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Closed session for collective bargaining negotiations (roll call vote)
• Reopened open session (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss several project proposals and potential amendments to its bylaws. Members will also review updates on planting, orchards, and the fund's longer-term plan and priorities.

• Proposed amendments to the Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee Bylaws
• Project proposal from Meg Goldwyn
• Project proposal from Janet Osborn
• Project proposal for Buhr Park Pocket Forest Watering from Meg Delaney
• Updated Project Proposal Application Form

The Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee approved a $2,000 allocation for general tree maintenance and $2,000 ($1,000 per year for FY2027 and FY2028) for watering Buhr Park's pocket forest. The committee also approved minutes from three prior meetings and discussed several tree-planting proposals, with staff to investigate site conditions before decisions. No public comment was submitted.

• Approved $2,000 allocation to general maintenance fund (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 for FY2027 and $1,000 for FY2028 for Buhr Park pocket forest watering (unanimous)
• Approved April 14 minutes with wording change (unanimous)
• Approved May 12 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June 9 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (5-0-1, Ward abstaining)
• Approved adding 'August Meeting' to agenda (5-0)

Election Commission

La Comisión Electoral se reunirá para nombrar inspectores electorales para las elecciones primarias del 4 de agosto de 2026 y realizar la prueba pública de precisión y lógica del equipo de votación. La reunión es una sesión especial con un nuevo horario de inicio en el City Election Center, 3021 Miller Road. La comisión también considerará la aprobación de las actas de su reunión del 4 de junio de 2026.

• Nombramiento de Inspectores Electorales para las Elecciones Primarias del 4 de agosto de 2026
• Prueba Pública de Precisión y Lógica del equipo de votación que se utilizará en las primarias
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de la Comisión Electoral del 4 de junio de 2026
• Ubicación de la reunión: City Election Center, 3021 Miller Road, Ann Arbor

The Ann Arbor Election Commission approved the appointment of election inspectors for the August 4, 2026 primary election. The commission also approved the minutes from its June 4, 2026 meeting, which will be forwarded to the City Council by September 8, 2026. A public accuracy and logic test of voting equipment was conducted, covering several precincts and early vote sites.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes of the June 4, 2026 meeting, to be forwarded to City Council by 9/8/2026.
• Approved the appointment of election inspectors for the August 4, 2026 primary election.
• Conducted a public accuracy and logic test of voting equipment for the primary, including tabulators at Abbot School, Traverwood Library, and Westgate Library, plus Voter Assist Terminal and Ballot On Demand devices.

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Election Commission

Esta reunión especial es mayormente procedimental, centrándose en los preparativos administrativos para las primarias del 4 de agosto. La comisión nombrará inspectores electorales y realizará una prueba pública de precisión del equipo de votación. No se programan cambios de políticas, partidas presupuestarias ni audiencias públicas.

• Nombramiento de inspectores electorales para las primarias del 4 de agosto de 2026
• Prueba pública de precisión del equipo de votación para las primarias del 4 de agosto
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 4 de junio de 2026

Council Administration Committee

The Council Administration Committee will consider a proposed revision of council rules as unfinished business. They will also hear updates from the city administrator and city attorney, and approve minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting.

• Proposed Council Rules Revision (Atleen Kaur)
• City Administrator Updates (Milton Dohoney Jr.)
• City Attorney Updates (Atleen Kaur)
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2026 (item 26-1200)

The Committee approved the June 9, 2026 minutes and an amended agenda. A resolution to revise Council rules regarding late-night voting was approved to be brought forward to the July 20, 2026 City Council agenda.

• Amended agenda approved
• June 9, 2026 minutes approved
• Resolution to revise Council rules moved to July 20, 2026 City Council agenda

Downtown Development Authority

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