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Detroit council approves $4,982.94 street-striping bid after 5–2 vote
Summary
The Detroit City Council approved a $4,982.94 street-striping contract on Aug. 12, 2025 after a 5–2 roll-call vote; two councilors opposed the measure following discussion about cost and square footage.
The Detroit City Council voted to accept a street-striping bid for $4,982.94 during its regular session on Aug. 12, 2025. Councilor Greg Sheppard presented the bid and councilors discussed price per square foot and how the amount compares with other jurisdictions before a roll-call vote that recorded five yes votes and two no votes (Eric Page and Todd Smith).
Councilor Denny Nielsen moved to accept the bid with the understanding the project cost would not exceed $4,982.94; Dean O’Donnell seconded the motion, which passed. The decision authorizes the contractor to proceed under the specified price and sends staff to coordinate scheduling and specifications for the striping work.
