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City of Southfield Council Meeting Minutes April 13, 2026

City Plans Lease of ‘Laughing Elephant’ to Contour

$3,500 annuallyTown of SouthfieldCONTOUR DEVELOPMENTApril 13, 2026

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Description

Southfield officials discussed leasing the city-owned “Laughing Elephant” sculpture to Contour Development for installation at Northland at $3,500 per year for five years. Under the proposed lease, Contour would handle transportation, installation, insurance, and maintenance, with Council consideration expected on April 20, 2026.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$3,500 annually

Vendor

CONTOUR DEVELOPMENT

Agency

Town of Southfield, MI

Contract Type

FACILITIES

Document Date

April 13, 2026

Contract Term

Five-year lease with an option to renew

Renewal Info

Initial five-year lease term with an option to renew; specific renewal conditions not yet detailed.

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