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City Council Meeting - July 15th. 2026
Published: Jul 15, 2026
Council Approves Claims Payment of Over $3.3 Million
During the regular city council meeting on July 15th, the council approved payment of claims totaling $3,352,158.76 for claim number 1549. The motion to approve was made by Councilman Roush and supported by Councilman George [cite: 445-449].
CDBG DR Sanitary Sewer Lining Program Closeout: Successful Project Completed with No City Cost
A public hearing was held regarding the closeout of the CDBG DR sanitary sewer lining program, funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corp (MEDC). The program, which involved lining seven blocks in the 'old homestead' area, was completed in June. Hennessy Engineers secured the grant, served as administrators, and found it to be a 100% funded project with no matching city contribution. This is significant given a previous $250,000 unscheduled repair cost for a sewer collapse in the same area in 2023. The sewer lining work required minimal ground disturbance, unlike a full excavation. No public comments were received. The project is deemed a success, avoiding significant disruption and cost to the city [cite: 213-275].
International Peace Run to Visit Southgate
The International Peace Run will pass through Southgate for the fifth time on Wednesday, July 29th, starting around 8:30 a.m. at the Downriver YMCA. This event, founded in 1987, has visited 160 nations and involved over 7 million people, symbolizing world harmony and peace by passing an Olympic-style torch. Notable figures like Mikhail Gorbachev, Pope Francis, Nelson Mandela, and Mother Teresa have carried the torch. Residents are encouraged to attend and participate in the run around the building to support the promotion of peace and harmony [cite: 39-79].
Southgate Police Department Receives $222,000 Grant for Radio Upgrades
Southgate has been awarded a $222,000 grant from the state of Michigan to update its police department radios. This funding, secured through the state's 2627 budget negotiations, will ensure officers have reliable and modern technology for community service. State Representative Li Riley Linting led the effort, with support from Senator Darren Cameleri and Representative Tulio Liperati. The grant will allow for the simultaneous upgrade of all mobile and portable police radios, a process that would otherwise take years. This upgrade is expected to enhance the safety and efficiency of police operations [cite: 80-100].
Planning Commission Approves Pizza Shop, Commercial Plaza, and Condo Development; Reviews Multifamily Project
The Planning Commission held a public hearing and made decisions on several cases. For 14750 Fort Street, a conditional use review was approved for a Green Lantern pizza shop, allowing delivery and carry-out services in an area previously designated for sit-down restaurants. A rezoning review for 15468 North Line was approved, changing the designation from restricted office one to C2, to accommodate a neighborhood commercial plaza with potential tenants like coffee shops, retail stores, and fitness studios. A site plan review for 1405 Allen Road, proposing seven ranch-style condos in two multifamily buildings, was also approved. Additionally, a plan development site plan amendment for 15601 North Line (Aquinas) for phase one, involving multifamily units (five units) and self-storage, requires further review by the Planning Commission and City Council due to a re-read of the original site plan approval [cite: 129-169].
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