MAY 18, 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETINGC

The Southfield City Council meeting on May 18, 2026, included extensive public discussion and council deliberation on several zoning and development proposals, notably the rezoning and site plan approval for a transitional housing project by Southfield Science LLC and a maternity house and townhome development by Mary's Mantle. The council reviewed concerns from residents about property values, neighborhood character, traffic, environmental impacts, and tax implications related to these projects. The council also approved the rezoning of a light industrial property to industrial for Southfield Science LLC to build a storage building. Additionally, the council approved the transfer of a liquor license for TGI Fridays under new ownership, with discussions about past complaints regarding the establishment's atmosphere. Motions to approve the zoning changes and liquor license transfer were passed. The meeting also included a resolution endorsing National Gun Violence Awareness Day and opposition to a proposed Oakland Intermediate School District millage increase. No direct contract awards or procurement actions were reported, but the meeting involved significant land use and development approvals affecting future city planning and tax revenues.