Inkster council proclaims March 13 as AmeriCorps Week, hears volunteer remarks

The Inkster Eastern City Council on Tuesday approved a proclamation recognizing AmeriCorps Week, with a community celebration slated for March 13. The measure was presented during new business and approved by voice vote.

Why it matters: Council leaders said the proclamation honors AmeriCorps service in the community; a local AmeriCorps volunteer who spoke during public comment described work on broadband infrastructure and digital literacy for seniors and encouraged residents to attend the March 13 event.

What council did: Madam Clerk read the proclamation language asking the council to "consider approving a proclamation and celebration for AmeriCorps week, 03/13/2026." The motion was moved and seconded and approved by voice vote.

Public comment: James Scribe Eberhardt Jr., who identified himself as an AmeriCorps national service member working on digital opportunity and broadband accessibility, thanked the council for the proclamation and said he will bring information for residents about AmeriCorps programs; he announced a March 13 celebration.

Next steps: The proclamation recognizes the week and the council did not record further directives or budget actions tied to the proclamation in the transcript.