Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced the appointment of one of the city’s most tenured and respected public servants and health administrators, Conrad Mallett, as Deputy Mayor. The announcement was made at the Mayor's news briefing May 15.
Mallet has spent the past 20 years as a top administrator at the Detroit Medical Center, much of that time serving as president of one of Michigan’s largest hospitals, Sinai-Grace. Prior to that, Mallett spent eight years as a member of the Michigan Supreme Court, his last two years as its Chief Justice.
He will lead the City’s long-term response to the Coronavirus crisis, including the safe reopening of the city and preparing for a potential spike in COVID-19 cases this winter. Mallett’s portfolio will reflect his breadth of professional and community experience, and will include Public Health, State and Federal Government Relations, Community Affairs, and Civil Rights, Inclusion & Opportunity.
Police Chief James Craig will continue to serve as Deputy Mayor for Public Safety, with no additional compensation. Craig will continue to fulfill the Charter required responsibility of leading the city in the event of the Mayor’s inability to serve.
To view the news release on Mallett's appointment, click here.
 Mayor Mike Duggan introduced Conrad Mallett (right) as Deputy Mayor at his news briefing May 15. Chief Public Health Officer Denise Fair (left) gave an update on COVID-19 cases and testing at senior buildings at the briefing.
Detroit residents can get tested for COVID-19 for free this weekend at sites organized by Detroit Association of Black Organizations (DABO), Sinai Grace Hospital and Wayne State University.
COVID-19 testing will be available on May 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 & 31 at various locations. The tests are by appointment, but residents won't need a prescription or have to be experiencing COVID-19 symptoms.
DABO CEO Rev. Horace Sheffield helped organize the testing that was highlighted during the Mayor’s briefing May 15. Sheffield contracted the Coronavirus in March and knows first-hand the challenges of getting tested.
Individuals can register for a test by calling (313) 706-2750. If phone lines are busy, individuals also can register by emailing testing@dabodetroitinc.com.
Free COVID-19 Testing Available for Detroit Residents 60 and Older at State Fairgrounds; Appointments Required
Detroiters 60 Years and Older
Free testing is available to any Detroit resident 60 years or older at the State Fairgrounds. Residents won't need a prescription, but should not show up to the Fairgrounds without an appointment.
Residents should call (313) 230-0505 to schedule an appointment and will need to bring identification to the Fairgrounds. Residents can use: a Driver’s License; State or City ID or documents showing their address in the last 30 days, such as a utility bill, pay stub, lease agreement or credit card statement.
Detroiters with COVID-19 Symptoms
Detroiters with symptoms also can be tested even if they don’t have a primary care physician, health insurance, or a car.
Detroit physician offices are accepting new patients without insurance or a primary care physician. Once a person has a doctor’s prescription and appointment time, rides for $2 are available to the State Fairgrounds in a safe, sanitary vehicle.
Essential Workers
In addition, essential workers (grocery store and pharmacy employees, food handlers, mail carriers, etc.) can get tested for free. Business owners should call (313) 230-0505, register their company and receive an access code. Their employees then should call (313) 230-0505 and provide the code to schedule a test.
Free testing will continue at the Fairgrounds with as many as 2000 tests being administered daily. For more information on COVID-19 testing at the State Fairgrounds, go to detroitmi.gov/coronavirus.
Since mid-March, the City of Detroit has distributed more than 350,000 meals to Detroit families with children during the COVID-19 crisis.
Meals are offered Monday–Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at four locations:
- Adams Butzel Family Center, 10500 Lyndon
- Farwell Recreation Center, 2711 E. Outer Dr.
- Kemeny Recreation Center, 2260 S. Fort Street
- Patton Recreation Center, 2301 Woodmere
Families also can pick up meals on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. at these locations:
- Crowell Recreation Center, 16630 Lahser
- Lasky Recreation Center, 13200 Fenelon
Detroit recreation centers also serve as distribution hubs for Detroit Area Agency on Aging, Gleaner's Food Bank, and other community partners. For schedules & locations and real-time service updates on food distribution from more than 30 partners, visit http://www.detroitmi.gov/food.
Detroit residents can get help preparing their federal, state and city tax returns without in-person contact and at no cost. Accounting Aid Society and Wayne Metro provide virtual volunteer income tax assistance (VITA) in a safe and reliable way by using a secure, IRS-approved software.
Virtual VITA lets individuals use their smartphone, tablet, or computer’s camera and email address to upload tax documents and electronic signature – without leaving home. Free tax preparation is limited to most families and individuals with incomes up to $56,000.
Visit claimyourrefund.com to schedule an appointment today.
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