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The City of Inkster held a council meeting on August 17, 2026, which included presentations on sustainability projects such as tree planting at Westwood Park and a rain garden at the Booker Doer Recreation Center. The council discussed community engagement and maintenance plans for these environmental initiatives. Additionally, the council approved several procurement-related items including a $14,540 contract correction with Major Contracting for street ponding water issues, and funding support of $1,000 for Get a Life Inc. The city also introduced a new application process for community event funding with a $10,000 budget allocation for the fiscal year, aiming to streamline event sponsorships with a maximum of $1,000 per event. Other approvals included modernization of the PEG public access television system and recognition of Reimagine Inkster as a nonprofit operating within the city. The meeting also addressed administrative and board appointments, and discussed open meetings act compliance issues related to the Inkster Housing Commission. Overall, the meeting focused on environmental projects, community event funding policies, contract approvals, and governance matters affecting city operations and procurement.