Committee Meeting | EDC - June 23, 2026

The Wayne County Commission's Economic Development Committee met on June 23, 2026, primarily to approve the appointment of Anthony Cartwright as the division director for economic vitality, recognizing his leadership and experience within the department. The committee also reviewed and approved a grant agreement with the Urban Sustainability Directors Network to support coordination between the county's resilience hub network, homeland security teams, and the city of Detroit. Discussions included the use of grant funds for space rental and workshops aimed at enhancing emergency preparedness and resilience across Wayne County, with an emphasis on expanding support beyond Detroit to other communities. The committee approved the grant agreement and discussed ongoing efforts to streamline grant approvals in the future to avoid repeated commission approvals for smaller amounts.