# 09.14.2026 City Commission Meeting

The City of Birmingham, MI City Commission meeting held on September 14, 2026, included extensive discussions on several procurement and contract-related matters. Key procurement topics included the proposed lease agreement with the Birmingham Blue Dolphins swim team for the use and maintenance of the pool at 400 East Lincoln, with a six-month initial lease term and options to extend. The commission also reviewed and approved an extension of a construction staging agreement related to the 479 South Old Woodward development project, addressing concerns about delays and enforcement. Additionally, the commission held a public hearing and approved the renewal of the Birmingham Shopping District special assessment for 2027-2030, which funds downtown improvements and events. Another significant agenda item was the proposed special assessment district for the Corton Road sidewalk project, involving a costly sidewalk installation with public comments expressing concerns about cost and safety. The commission postponed the sidewalk project decision to gather more information. Lastly, the commission authorized the city attorney to negotiate a stormwater agreement for the Hamlet at Bloomfield Manor development in Bloomfield Township, pending site plan approval. Other topics included appointments to various boards and discussions on sustainability initiatives at Greenwood Cemetery. Motions were passed for contract extensions, special assessment renewals, and board appointments, reflecting ongoing capital improvement and community facility management efforts.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [09.14.2026 City Commission Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqtUfyrKOes) - City of Birmingham, MI