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Ann Arbor City Council — Meeting Minutes (October 20, 2025)

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Council met at Larcom City Hall. Major actions included approval to distribute the proposed Comprehensive Land Use Plan, multiple zoning ordinances and site plan approvals, several contracts and appointments, and authorization of a workforce development subrecipient grant tied to a DOE district geothermal project. Council entered and reconvened from a closed session.

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Approved distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3; Enactment No: R-25-388).
Adopted ORD-25-27 (second reading): rezoning 1007 Woodlawn Ave from P (Parking) to C1 (Local Commercial).
Adopted ORD-25-30 (second reading): amendment to Section 1:207 of Chapter 8 (Boards and Commissions).
Adopted ORD-25-26 (second reading): rezoning The Crescent property, 2525 Ann Arbor-Saline Road, from O to R4E; approved The Crescent site plan and development agreement (Enactment No: R-25-389).
Approved Consent Agenda contracts: Community Action Network professional services to support Bryant Neighborhood decarbonization ($300,000) (CA-1; R-25-385); Carlisle/Wortman third-party building/rental/planning services (three-year total $1,950,000 with optional extensions) (CA-2; R-25-386); Aquatic Source LLC on-call pool mechanical services, up to $425,000 (CA-4; R-25-387).
Approved multiple ordinances on first reading to return by the stated dates, including ORD-25-31 (1155 Arlington rezoning), ORD-25-32 (2600 Pontiac Trail rezoning), ORD-25-33 (marijuana business school buffer removal — amended from 1000 ft to 100 ft), and ORD-25-34 (Chapter 40 Trees and Other Vegetation).
Approved appointments and confirmations: Recreation Advisory Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals confirmations; Laurence O’Connell to the Local Officers’ Compensation Commission (one-step appointment); appointed Mobin Mazloomian and Mallika Kothari to the Sustainability Commission (R-25-390); appointed Dandan Chen to the Renters Commission as a non-registered elector (R-25-391).
Approved DC-3 (Enactment No: R-25-392): rescinded R-25-383 and approved a subrecipient grant agreement with United Association of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 190 to lead workforce development as part of the U.S. Department of Energy District Geothermal Grant in the Bryant Neighborhood ($560,000).
Approved DC-4 (Enactment No: R-25-393): recognized Howard Hanna Children’s Free Care Fund of Michigan as a civic nonprofit for charitable gaming licensing purposes.
Approved revised Planning Commission bylaws (DB-1; Enactment No: R-25-394).
Entered Closed Session under the Michigan Open Meetings Act to discuss purchase/lease of real property and attorney-client privileged communications; reconvened later the same night.

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City Council

Oct 20, 2025, 12:00 AMLarcom City Hall, 301 E Huron St, Second floor, City Council Chambersscheduled

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CALL TO ORDER
MOMENT OF SILENCE
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL OF COUNCIL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Agenda Response Memo and eComments - October 20, 2025
Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) - Distinguished Budget Presentation Award - Financial Services FY26
Response to R-25-053 Resolution Directing Enhanced Enforcement of Bicycle Lane Ordinances and Identification of Engineering Solutions to Prevent Obstruction of Designated Bicycle Lanes Quarterly Report July - September 2025
Response to R-23-232 - Resolution to Ensure Transparency, Non-discrimination, and Equal Opportunity in Municipal Contracting and Procurement Practices FY25
City Administrator’s Report - October 20, 2025
INTRODUCTIONS
Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority (AAATA) Update
Staff Progress Update in Response to R-23-331 - Resolution to Improve Transparency and Performance Management
PUBLIC COMMENTARY (3 MINUTES PER SPEAKER, 45 MINUTES TOTAL)* *WHEN MORE THAN 30 SPEAKERS HAVE SIGNED UP TO SPEAK AT A COUNCIL MEETING, EACH SPEAKER SHALL BE GIVEN 2 MINUTES TO SPEAK AT THAT MEETING * (SPEAKERS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO GRANT THEIR RESERVED TIME TO AN ALTERNATE SPEAKER) * ACCOMMODATIONS CAN BE MADE FOR PERSONS NEEDING ASSISTANCE WHILE ADDRESSING COUNCIL TO PARTICIPATE ONLINE, CALL ZOOM AT: 877 853 5247 or 888 788 0099 ENTER MEETING ID 942 1273 2148 PHONE CALLERS CAN PRESS *9 TO RAISE HANDS AND *6 TO UNMUTE THEIR PHONES WHEN CALLED UPON TO SPEAK.
Patricia Hackney - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Lisa Jevens - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (phone)
Jean Leverich - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Sarah Bassiouni - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Tom Stulberg - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Cathy Chow - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Paul Foster - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Lindsay Bryan-Podvin - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Richard Dokas - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Greg Monroe - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Ralph McKee - Resolution to Rescind Resolution R-25-383 and Approve a Subrecipient Grant Agreement with United Association of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 190 (DC-3) & Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Julie Ritter - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Jim Pyke - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Alexandra Taylor - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Brian Chambers - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
John Godfrey - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Wendy Carman - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Joshua Jacobson - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Tracy Swinburn - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Ali Hassani - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Eric Ivancich - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (Zoom)
Adam Jaskiewicz - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Alex Lowe - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (in person)
Eric Shalayko - Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CA-3) (Zoom)
Blaine Coleman - We are against military aid to Israel (in person)
Mozhgan Savabieasfahani - We are against military aid to Israel (in person)
Jeremy Haley - Narrative in general (in person)
COMMUNICATIONS FROM COUNCIL
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE MAYOR
Appointments - Confirmations
Appointment to the Local Officers’ Compensation Commission (1- Step Appointment, 8 Votes Required)
CONSENT AGENDA
Resolution to Approve a Professional Services Agreement with Community Action Network for Community Engagement, Outreach, and General Support to Fully Decarbonize the Bryant Neighborhood ($300,000.00)
Resolution to Approve Professional Services Agreement with Carlisle/Wortman Associates, Inc. for Third Party Building, Rental and Planning Services for Three Years at a Total of $1,950,000 with Three Optional One-Year Extensions at $650,000 Per Year
Resolution to Approve the Distribution of the Proposed Ann Arbor Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CPC Recommendation: Approved - 8 Ayes and 0 Nays)
Resolution to Approve a Contract with Aquatic Source, LLC for On-Call Pool Mechanical Services for Up to Five Years, Not to Exceed $425,000
PUBLIC HEARINGS (3 MINUTES PER SPEAKER) FOR ZOOM MEETINGS, PHONE CALLERS CAN PRESS *9 TO RAISE HANDS AND *6 TO UNMUTE THEIR PHONES WHEN CALLED UPON TO SPEAK.
An Ordinance to Amend the Zoning Map of Chapter 55 (Unified Development Code), 0.11 Acre from P (Parking) to C1 (Local Commercial), 1007 Woodlawn Ave Rezoning (CPC Recommendation: Approval 7 Yes, 0 No.) (ORD-25-27)
An Ordinance to Amend Section 1:207 of Chapter 8 (Boards and Commissions) of Title I of City Code (ORD-25-30)
An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 55 (Zoning), Rezoning of 4.16 Acres from O (Office District) to R4E (Multiple-Family Dwelling District), The Crescent Rezoning, 2525 Ann Arbor-Saline Road (CPC Recommendation: Approval - 6 Yeas and 1 Nays) (ORD-25-26) (8 Votes Required)
APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES
Regular Meeting Minutes of October 6, 2025
ORDINANCES - SECOND READING
An Ordinance to Amend the Zoning Map of Chapter 55 (Unified Development Code), 0.11 Acre from P (Parking) to C1 (Local Commercial), 1007 Woodlawn Ave Rezoning (CPC Recommendation: Approval 7 Yes, 0 No.) (ORD-25-27)
An Ordinance to Amend Section 1:207 of Chapter 8 (Boards and Commissions) of Title I of City Code (ORD-25-30)
An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 55 (Zoning), Rezoning of 4.16 Acres from O (Office District) to R4E (Multiple-Family Dwelling District), The Crescent Rezoning, 2525 Ann Arbor-Saline Road (CPC Recommendation: Approval - 6 Yeas and 1 Nays) (ORD-25-26) (8 Votes Required)
Resolution to Approve The Crescent Site Plan and Development Agreement, 2525 Ann Arbor-Saline Road (CPC Recommendation: Approval - 6 Yeas and 1 Nays)
ORDINANCES - FIRST READING
New Business - Staff:
An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 55 (Unified Development Code), Rezoning of 1 Acre from TWP (Township) to R1A (Single-Family Dwelling), Tai Zoning, 1155 Arlington Boulevard (CPC Recommendation: Approval - 8 Yes, 0 No) (ORD-25-31)
An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 55 (Zoning), Rezoning of 5.7 Acres from TWP (Township) to R4A (Multiple-Family Dwelling District), The Village of Ann Arbor III, 2600 Pontiac Trail (CPC Recommendation: Approval - 9 Yes and 0 No) (ORD-25-32)
An Ordinance to Amend Section 5.16.3.F of Chapter 55 Unified Development Code of Title V of the Code of the City of Ann Arbor (Marijuana Business School Buffer Removal) CPC Recommendation: Approval (7 Yes, 0 No) (ORD-25-33)
An Ordinance to Amend Chapter 40 (Trees and Other Vegetation) of Title III (Parks and Public Grounds) of the Code of the City of Ann Arbor (ORD-25-34)
MOTIONS AND RESOLUTIONS
Unfinished Business - Council:
Resolution to Appoint Mobin Mazloomian and Mallika Kothari to the Sustainability Commission
Resolution to Appoint Dandan Chen to the Renters Commission as a Non-registered Elector (7 Votes Required)
New Business - Council:
Resolution to Rescind Resolution R-25-383 and Approve a Subrecipient Grant Agreement with United Association of Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 190 to Lead Workforce Development as Part of the U.S. Department of Energy District Geothermal Grant in the Bryant Neighborhood ($560,000.00)
Resolution Recognizing Howard Hanna Children’s Free Care Fund of Michigan as a Civic Nonprofit Organization Operating in Ann Arbor for the Purpose of Obtaining a Charitable Gaming License
New Business - Boards and Commissions:
Resolution to Approve Revised Bylaws of the Planning Commission
New Business - Staff:
CLOSED SESSION UNDER THE MICHIGAN OPEN MEETINGS ACT, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LABOR NEGOTIATIONS STRATEGY, PURCHASE OR LEASE OF REAL PROPERTY, PENDING LITIGATION AND ATTORNEY/CLIENT PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATIONS SET FORTH OR INCORPORATED IN MCL 15.268 (1) (C), (D) (E), AND (H).
CLERK'S REPORT OF COMMUNICATIONS
The following communications were referred as indicated:
Communications from Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Regarding the Public Notice for the Submittal of Application HQ9-10RH-5GPG0: 81 Liberty Street Creek Restoration Project in Ann Arbor - Ann Arbor Public Services - Sustainability
The following minutes were received for filing:
Local Development Finance Authority Meeting Minutes of March 28, 2024
Design Review Board Meeting Minutes of December 13, 2023
Commission on Disability Issues Minutes of May 15, 2024
Independent Community Police Oversight Commission Meeting Minutes of May 2024
Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee Meeting Minutes of May 14, 2024
Local Development Finance Authority Meeting Minutes of June 27, 2024
Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee Meeting Minutes of June 11, 2024
Elizabeth Dean Fund Committee Meeting Minutes of August 13, 2024
Ann Arbor Housing Commission Board Minutes July 17, 2024
Building Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes of March 20, 2025
Local Development Finance Authority Meeting Minutes of April 24, 2025
August 5, 2025 City Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
Ann Arbor Housing Commission Board Minutes of July 22, 2025
Sustainability Commission Meeting Minutes of August 12, 2025
Local Development Finance Authority Meeting Minutes of June 26, 2025 - As Amended
Local Development Finance Authority Meeting Minutes of August 28, 2025
Transportation Commission Meeting Minutes of July 2025
COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
PUBLIC COMMENT - CONTINUED (3 MINUTES EACH - IF NECESSARY) *THIS SECTION IS FOR SPEAKERS WHO SIGNED UP FOR PUBLIC COMMENTARY BUT WERE UNABLE TO SPEAK AT THE BEGINNING OF THE MEETING DUE TO THE 45-MINUTE TIME LIMIT. FOR ZOOM MEETINGS, PHONE CALLERS CAN PRESS *9 TO RAISE HANDS AND *6 TO UNMUTE THEIR PHONES WHEN CALLED UPON TO SPEAK.
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CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS REMOVED
Passed on consent agenda
An Ordinance to Amend Section 5.16.3.F of Chapter 55 Unified Development Code of Title V of the Code of the City of Ann Arbor (Marijuana Business School Buffer Removal) CPC Recommendation: Approval (7 Yes, 0 No) (ORD-25-33)
An Ordinance to Amend Section 5.16.3.F of Chapter 55 Unified Development Code of Title V of the Code of the City of Ann Arbor (Marijuana Business School Buffer Removal) CPC Recommendation: Approval (7 Yes, 0 No) (ORD-25-33)
MEETING RECONVENED
Passed on consent agenda

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