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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Dearborn public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
City calendar and religious holiday recognition
A resident asked the council to correct the city calendar's recognition of Columbus Day and to give equal printed treatment to Christian holidays like Ash Wednesday, arguing the city cannot favor one faith on city property.
Six-month data center moratorium
The council finalized a six-month ban on data centers while the city writes permanent zoning rules covering environmental, health, safety and nuisance impacts. Applications during the moratorium get written acknowledgment from the city's legal department.
Data center moratorium zoning amendment
A proposed six-month moratorium on data centers would give the city time to write permanent regulations covering environmental, health, safety, and nuisance concerns.
Industrial zoning ordinance overhaul
A long-awaited rewrite of the industrial district zoning rules covering junkyards, salvage and recycling facilities got its first reading. Council and staff flagged a timing issue: the current moratorium expires June 10, so a second reading must be scheduled quickly.
Parking Advisory Commission expansion
Fourteen members were appointed to a new commission tackling West Dearborn parking, reflecting how the district's growth has made parking a daily headache.