Regular City Council Meeting June 23, 2026

The City of Hamtramck held its Regular City Council Meeting on June 23, 2026. The meeting included public comments addressing community concerns and political tensions, but the council also conducted several procurement-related actions. Key items approved included the acceptance of a $20,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for installing benches along Joseph Campau, a budget amendment for the 2025-26 fiscal year, and the renewal of the city's workers' compensation insurance policy and third-party administrator contract with no rate changes. Additionally, the council discussed and approved amendments to the city’s tree and shrub ordinance to better manage public trees, including provisions for tree removal, replacement, and fines for unauthorized actions. The meeting concluded with a focus on community unity and upcoming local events, with no new contracts or major capital projects awarded during this session.