Engage Detroit
City announces 7-Point Homeless Plan
Mayor Duggan has announced a 7-Point Plan to expand assistance and access for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Detroit.
In order to do everything possible to reach every unsheltered person in need of emergency shelter, Mayor Duggan indicated that the report’s 7 Point Plan would be implemented immediately.
Learn more at camdetroit.org/get-help. The Mayor's full 7-Point Plan, as well as the City's homelessness report can be found here.
Mayor Duggan delivers his last budget to Detroit City Council
Mayor Mike Duggan has presented his last proposed fiscal year budget and four-year financial plan to City Council.
This marks the 12th balanced budget for Detroit since exiting bankruptcy and caps a remarkable journey to economic and financial recovery that includes significant investment and revenue growth creating a safer, more vibrant and sustainable City for its residents.
The proposed budget supports our highest priorities including additional funding for preventing homelessness and investing more in DDOT and community violence prevention work, which contribute to a more vibrant, safe, and sustainable city for residents.
Learn more about the Mayor's proposed budget here. Watch his presentation to City Council here.
Detroit recovery efforts in full force
On February 17, 2025, residents near the area of Beard Street and Rowan Street in Southwest Detroit experienced flooding due to a 54-inch water transmission main break.
If you were impacted by the water main break and have experienced any real or personal damage, please complete the Notice of Claim form as soon as possible using the link below.
If you need assistance completing the form, please call (313) 774-5261. Complete the Notice of Claim form here.
Saturdays in the D returns for Winter 2025
Saturdays in the D returns for the winter cohort of learning and enrichment for adult residents. Take the next step in your professional journey.
Certificate courses run from Jan. 11 to March 15, 2025. Register today! To register and learn more information, go to SaturdaysInTheD.org.
Having an event? Apply now!
There are two types of events: Special events and Permitted events.
Special events apply 60 days in advance. Click here or scan the QR Code above.
Permitted events apply 30 days in advance. To request permitted usage, email [email protected].
Include event details (type, date, location, time, number of attendees) in the email.
The water in Detroit is safe to drink
There is no lead in the water distribution system.
Learn more by visiting DWSD's website dedicated to educating on lead, the replacement program and its progress, and what residents can do to take part at detroitmi.gov/LSLR or look through Water Quality Report by visiting detroitmi.gov/2023WaterQualityReport.
Join the Floriculture team!
Join the Floriculture team of the Detroit General Services Department. Make $17.79/hour.
- Plant & Maintain Detroit flowers
- Beautify Detroit public spaces
- Keep Detroit beautiful
Apply today at detroitmi.gov/gsd.
City offers Respite Locations and Warming Centers to help residents escape the cold
With frigid temperatures impacting weather conditions, the City is reminding residents of available warming centers and respite locations to provide relief from the cold.
Additionally, residents can visit any Detroit recreation center or Detroit Public Library branch during regular operating hours for a place to stay safe and warm. To see operating hours for rec centers, go to detroitmi.gov/recreation. For hours for library branches, go to detroitpubliclibrary.org.
Currently, the City of Detroit has more than 1,400 shelter and warming center beds it operates with its local partners.
Find the full list of Respite Locations and Warming Centers at detroitmi.gov/respite-locations-and-warming-centers.
