Detroit Budget Committee approves 2026–2027 budget unanimously

May 7, 2026

On May 7, 2026 Detroit’s Budget Committee voted unanimously to approve the proposed 2026–2027 budget after a public hearing that recorded no testimony; Councilor O'Donnell moved and Councilor Smith seconded the motion.

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The Detroit Budget Committee voted unanimously to approve the proposed 2026–2027 budget on May 7, 2026. Committee Chair Denny Nielsen opened the motion; Councilor O'Donnell moved to approve the proposed/amended budget and Councilor Smith seconded. The minutes record the vote as “All in favor” and that the motion passed unanimously, with Councilor Greg Sheppard absent with notice.

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