Two Birds / Kirchhoff memos

Asked the council to reconsider the approach to the Kirchhoff businesses, saying it puts workers' livelihoods at risk; invited direct conversations.

Long-time District 5 resident urging direct neighborhood conversations instead of formal memos.

Said the walkable, family-friendly Kerchival businesses are why her family lives in District 5, and criticized Miller for not meeting owners.

Supported the small businesses, noting Two Birds is a rare family-friendly spot in West Village.

Parent who questioned targeting Two Birds and Bar Nine while the neighborhood has blight and sidewalk issues.

Defended Council Member Miller's memos as a legitimate way to get facts before engaging businesses and constituents.

Co-owner of Washed Up Coffee described how her shop serves the community, including unhoused neighbors.

Lives behind Two Birds; called the review not a good-faith effort and praised the business as a neighborhood anchor.

Moved to the area for its walkability and small-business vibrancy; called Two Birds excellent neighbors.

Two Birds team member: family establishment, six years in business, no prior issues with the city.

Barbecue operator who credits Two Birds for his business growth and urged a more respectful process.

West Village constituent emailed support for the corridor businesses and against slowing development.

Backed Council Member Miller, questioning a bar across from a school.

Argued the investigation makes small business harder, and corrected the record on bar counts in West Village.

Homeowner who supports the corridor businesses but asked Miller to engage transparently and find practical solutions.

Area parent who called Two Birds a welcoming model for old and new Detroit.

Said anger at Miller is misplaced — the real issue is the city skipping the public hearing process for a conditional use.