April 6, 2026 City Council Meeting

The April 6, 2026, Garden City City Council meeting included several recognitions, presentations, and resolutions primarily focused on community safety, zoning, and planning. A key procurement-related discussion involved the approval of a six-month moratorium on data center construction and storage applications to allow time for the city to develop appropriate zoning regulations addressing the impacts of large-scale data centers, including energy and water demands. The council also passed a resolution opposing state legislation that would preempt local zoning authority related to housing regulations, emphasizing the importance of local control over development standards. Additionally, the council introduced the 2026-2027 general appropriations and tax levy ordinance and called for public hearings on this and a water and sewer rate ordinance. Other topics included the adoption of the 2025 Wayne County Hazard Mitigation Plan, which maintains eligibility for FEMA grants, and discussions about emergency planning and community engagement programs. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the moratorium and zoning discussions could influence future procurement and development activities related to data centers in Garden City.