Detroit Evening Report: Detroit Council President Mary Sheffield to announce political future

Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield is expected to announce her political future at a union hall in Corktown Tuesday night.

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She has formed an exploratory committee — the first step most candidates take before declaring their intentions to run for mayor. It allows them to raise money and hire staff.

Four other potential candidates are exploring a run for mayor, including former Detroit City Council President Saunteel Jenkins, Detroit Councilman Fred Durhal III, State House Speaker Joe Tate (D-Detroit), and businessman Joel Hashiim.

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced his plans to run for governor as an independent last week — just a few weeks after his announcement that he won’t be seeking reelection as mayor of Detroit.

The Detroit mayoral election will take place Nov. 4, 2025.

Other headlines for Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024:

• Some Detroit homeowners should expect an updated winter tax bill in the mail this week, after more than 100,000 property tax bills sent to homes with a Principal Residence Exemption were incorrect because they didn’t reflect the exemption from a recent voter approved school operating millage. 
• After two years of closure for renovations, the Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory on Belle Isle has reopened to the public. 
• The Accounting Aid Society is looking for volunteers for the 2025 tax season. No experience required. 
• Kemeny Recreation Center is hosting a training session on Saturday, Dec. 14, for those interested in learning about autism. The training will take place from 11 a.m.-noon at Kemeny,  2260 S Fort St., Detroit. For more information, call 313-628-2819.

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