Court rules against Mayor Fouts in latest budget spending fight with Warren City Council
Quinn Klinefelter Warren City Council may file a formal complaint with Michigan’s attorney general over funds spent by Mayor Jim Fouts. It’s the latest move in a battle over the city’s budget that has spilled into the courts. The council and the mayor have been at odds over an amount exceeding $650,000, initially earmarked in […]
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Detroit Evening Report: Detroit City Council approves $7 million expansion of ShotSpotter program | #citycouncil
Jerome Vaughn Detroit City Council voted to expand the controversial ShotSpotter system after listening to more testimonial on Tuesday. The council voted 5-4 to approve the $7 million expense that will come out of the city’s general fund. The technology places sensors around the city that listen for gunshots and report the location to police. […]
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Housing, infrastructure and taxes top of Detroit City Council Member Santiago-Romero’s agenda » WDET 101.9 FM | #citycouncil
Detroit Today Detroit is enjoying a unique period as a result of receiving American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds as part of the federal government’s stated efforts to support communities in the wake of COVID-19. On Tuesday, the City Council unanimously voted to advance a resolution recommending the city use ARPA funds to renovate Detroit […]
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