Committee Meeting | Full Commission - July 14, 2026

The Wayne County Commission held a full commission meeting on July 14, 2026, where key procurement and budget-related discussions took place. The commission approved the creation of a joint authority with Oakland County to seek voter approval for a tax levy not to exceed 2 mills to support operations of several museums, including the Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History and the Detroit Historical Museum. The commission also discussed procurement concerns related to subcontractor selection for a turf surfacing project, emphasizing the importance of local subcontractor participation. Additionally, the commission approved contracts for grass cutting and street maintenance, noting challenges with bid responses and plans to improve future bidding processes. The appointment of Tara Davis Boy as deputy director for the Department of Health, Human, and Veteran Services was confirmed, with discussions about executive compensation plans. The meeting also included recognition of interns, a farewell to Commissioner David Kisic upon his resignation, and various committee reports with motions passed related to public safety, health services, and audit matters. Overall, the meeting focused on supporting cultural institutions through funding mechanisms, improving procurement transparency and local engagement, and advancing leadership appointments within county departments.