Committee of the Whole - July 15 2026 (Session 2)

The Cleveland City Council Committee of the Whole meeting on July 15, 2026, covered a broad range of procurement and contracting matters. Key procurement discussions included authorization for property acquisition related to the Bedrock Rock Entertainment Amphitheater Project, amendments to contracts for utility locating services and Oracle customer care and billing systems, and multiple public improvement contracts for water infrastructure projects with estimated costs up to $25 million. The council also approved contracts for LED street light maintenance, laboratory equipment supplies for water testing, and security equipment installation at the new police headquarters. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to a detailed debate on the renewal and oversight of the Flock license plate reader system, focusing on data privacy, access controls, and community concerns, resulting in a six-month contract extension with mandated reporting and an RFP process for future vendor selection. Other notable procurement-related actions included a moratorium on new standalone data centers pending zoning review, approval of a special improvement district, and authorization for ADA accessibility improvements at City Hall. The council also discussed eminent domain proceedings for a fire station site acquisition, emphasizing ongoing negotiations and fair process. Several ordinances related to human resources, collective bargaining agreements, and software procurement were approved. The meeting concluded with approval of a settlement agreement amendment with Brook Park concerning the International Exposition Center and related tax revenue arrangements. Throughout, motions were passed to approve contracts, budget amendments, and policy changes affecting future procurement activities.