Committee Meeting | EDC - July 7, 2026

The Wayne County Commission's Committee on Economic Development convened on July 7, 2026, to discuss several procurement and funding matters related to community development projects. Key procurement discussions included approval of an intergovernmental agreement with the city of Southgate and a professional services contract with KAB Enterprises for improvements to the Miracle Baseball Field, an adaptive baseball diamond for disabled youth and adults. The project faced increased construction costs, prompting additional funding from Southgate and county sources. The committee also received an update on the 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan and related Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME program funding, highlighting priorities such as public facilities, services for low-to-moderate income populations, blight remediation, affordable housing development, and homelessness outreach. The discussion included details on the allocation and formula for federal HUD funds, emphasizing equitable distribution among communities based on need. Additionally, the committee was briefed on upcoming HOME ARP-funded permanent supportive housing projects, including the Weston Avenue Apartments in southwest Detroit, with a planned $1.4 million county investment. No motions or votes were taken on the consolidated plan update, but the committee approved the Southgate Miracle Field agreements. The meeting concluded with no public comments.