The City's ordinance also contains restrictions concerning the use of streets, alleys, lanes, and public places for conducting business. Customers may not be required to stand within the street, highway, alley, or other public place while conducting a transaction.

Organizations wishing to solicit contributions in City streets must meet the requirements
established under Section 862.06 (Use of Streets).

If you are interested in soliciting in City streets, please complete the Application to Solicit in City Streets and return it to the City Clerk’s Office at least two weeks prior to the requested solicitation date(s).

Application to Solicit in City Streets

In addition to the completed application, organizations are required to provide the applicable documentation and pay the $25 application fee. The application includes requirements for proof of charitable or nonprofit status, liability insurance, a list of solicitors, and certification that all solicitors are at least 18 years of age.

Please review the application carefully for all requirements and restrictions before submitting your request.

Please complete the application and submit it to the City Clerk's Office for review.

Questions

City Clerk's Office
14400 Dix-Toledo Road
Southgate, MI 48195
734-258-3015