The Boring PartsFederalLocal · USLocal · Canada
Oakland County, Michigan

Oakland County public meetings in 2025

164 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 11, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Democratic Caucus meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review minutes from November 13, 2025, and hold periods for public comment.

proceduraloakland-county
✓ Decided: Democratic Caucus unanimously approves Nov 13 board minutes

The Democratic Caucus approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated November 13, 2025 by unanimous voice vote. No other motions were adopted. The meeting included discussion of TIF policy, a brownfield redevelopment plan, and upcoming resolutions, but those items were not decided.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Dec 11, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers financial disclosure resolutions, water system info, and Rx Kids funding

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions, including financial disclosure requirements for elected officials, release of water system management procedures, and support for the state Rx Kids program. A public hearing will be held on the Springs at Five and Main Brownfield Plan in the Charter Township of Commerce. Additional items include lease agreements, grant acceptances, and procurement contracts.

financegrantshousingpublic-healthzoningtransparency
✓ Decided: Board adopted issuance and sale of limited‑tax general obligation bonds

The Oakland County Board approved the minutes and agenda, confirmed several appointments to county boards, and adopted a series of contracts and grant agreements. Key actions included adopting the issuance and sale of limited‑tax general obligation bonds, approving a $149,900 veterans services grant and a $156,289 MDOT airport grant, and authorizing multiple purchasing exceptions. All listed actions were approved by voice vote or recorded as adopted.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Dec 3, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

County proposes issuance of limited‑tax bonds for the Pontiac Redevelopment Project

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will consider several financial and contractual actions. The County Executive and Facilities Management departments will recommend limited‑tax general obligation bonds for the Pontiac Redevelopment Project and other county improvement projects. Additional items include a lease for office space in the Information Technology Building, a construction‑manager contract for a new public works building, and a grant acceptance for the FY 2026 County Veterans Service Fund.

bondsleasecontractgrantpolicyeconomic-developmentwater-resourcesinfrastructure
✓ Decided: Committee approved issuance of up to $232.23M in limited tax general obligation bonds

The committee approved several resolutions, including the issuance and sale of limited‑tax general‑obligation bonds up to $232,230,000 for county improvement projects and a lease agreement with the Road Commission for office space. It also forwarded contracts for a new public works building, a SCADA services agreement, a veterans services grant, a brownfield redevelopment plan, and an amendment to the Tax Increment Financing policy. All motions passed with the recorded vote totals.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Dec 3, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to review bonds, contracts, and grant requests

The Oakland County Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, review annual reports, and recommend resolutions and contracts to the full Board of Commissioners. The agenda includes bond issuances for redevelopment and infrastructure, contract extensions for technology and construction, and numerous grant acceptances for public safety and health programs.

financebudgetbondscontractsgrantsparkspublic-safetyredevelopment
✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved tax, procurement and grant actions, including Pontiac bond sale

The Finance Committee recommended a series of actions to the Board of Commissioners, covering tax rate adjustments, IT agreements, procurement exceptions, bond issuances, and multiple grant acceptances. Every motion was passed, with vote totals ranging from unanimous to a single dissent on the Solarize Initiative. These approvals move forward funding and contracts for county projects and services.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Dec 2, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Amendment to Verizon Wireless telecommunications license agreement

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will consider several Parks & Recreation items, including lease renewals, staffing changes, and multiple grant agreements. A key item is the amendment to the telecommunications license agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless. The committee will also recommend compensation for elected officials and a financial disclosure policy.

parks-recreationcontractsgrantsstaffinggovernment-policy
✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple Parks & Recreation actions and the Johnson Amendment

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved a series of Parks & Recreation recommendations, including a Bird City designation and several lease renewals. It also approved compensation for elected officials and the Johnson Amendment. All motions passed, with the Johnson Amendment approved by a 5‑2 vote.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Dec 2, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Board reviews dozens of FY 2026 grant acceptances for health, courts and emergency programs

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider and recommend a series of grant acceptances and amendments for FY 2026, covering court drug and mental health programs, health department initiatives, and emergency management. Recommendations include forwarding some grants to Finance and others directly to the Board. The meeting also includes presentations on the Oxford After‑Action Report and the Oakland Community Health Network.

grantshealthcourtsemergency-managementhousinglaw-enforcement
✓ Decided: Committee recommended Board adopt resolution reaffirming Stepping Up mental‑health initiative

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the November 4, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It received and filed presentations on the Oxford shooting after‑action review and the county behavioral health crisis transition. The committee forwarded multiple grant acceptances and amendments to Finance and recommended Board actions on Circuit Court, District Court, Emergency Management, and Sheriff’s Office items. It also recommended the Board adopt a resolution reaffirming the Stepping Up initiative to reduce incarceration of people with mental illness.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Nov 25, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Materials Management Planning Committee holds regular meeting with standard agenda

The committee will approve the previous meeting's minutes and the agenda for this session. It will provide time for public comment and address any other business before adjourning. No specific contracts, rezoning proposals, or ordinance changes are listed on the agenda.

materials-managementpublic-commentcommittee
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Wed Nov 19, 2025 · 09:00

Task Force

Oakland County Task Force to discuss caseload and meeting schedule

The Human Trafficking Prevention Task Force will meet to approve minutes from October 14, 2025, and discuss caseload updates from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office and the Board of Commissioners' future meeting schedule.

human-traffickingtask-forcepublic-safetyboard-of-commissionersagenda
✓ Decided: Task Force approved October 14 minutes and adopted agenda

The Human Trafficking Prevention Task Force met on November 19, 2025 in Pontiac. The board approved the October 14, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The committee also approved the agenda as presented, again unanimously 5‑0. Members received an update on recent human‑trafficking prosecutions and set the next meeting for January 22, 2026.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Nov 18, 2025 · 09:00

General

Board to approve FY 2026 budget and receive audit report

The Oakland County Art Institute Authority will approve the FY 2026 budget, review the 2025 assessing officers report, and receive an audit engagement letter from Rehmann.

budgetartsdiaauditgovernment
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Thu Nov 13, 2025 · 08:30

Majority Caucus

Board enters closed session to review legal opinion on commissioners' powers

The board will approve the October 30, 2025 meeting minutes. It will then move into a closed session to consider a written legal opinion (Corporation Counsel File #2025-1327) concerning the powers and duties of the Board of Commissioners. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the closed session.

governancelegalminutesclosed-session
✓ Decided: Caucus unanimously approves October 30, 2025 minutes

The Democratic Caucus met on November 13, 2025 at 8:50 AM in Committee Room A, 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Pontiac. Members approved the minutes from October 30, 2025 by unanimous voice vote. The caucus discussed items such as economic development, a solid‑waste facility proposal, a park donation, a health‑network appointment, and a mental‑health resolution, but no votes were recorded on those topics. After a closed session, the meeting adjourned at 12:01 PM.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Nov 13, 2025 · 09:30

Board of Commissioners

Oakland County Board considers bonds for capital improvements and new public works building

The Board of Commissioners will review several interlocal agreements for transit and public safety, grant acceptances for health and law enforcement, and a collective bargaining agreement for public health nurses. The body is also deciding on contracts for IT services and a new public works building representative.

bondstransitzoningpublic-healthcontractslabor-relations
✓ Decided: Board approved $44.1 M transit agreement with SMART for 2026‑2028

The Board approved several economic development and infrastructure actions, including a $44.1 million appropriation for a 2026‑2028 public transit agreement with SMART, a $166,000 MDOT grant for the county airport, and a notice of intent to issue capital‑improvement bonds. It also confirmed CLEMIS Authority appointments, extended the UKG Telestaff contract for $339,224, and approved a collective bargaining agreement for public‑health nurses.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Nov 13, 2025 · 09:35

Ad Hoc Committee

Transit Ad Hoc Committee meeting with standard procedural agenda

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee will meet on November 13, 2025 at 9:35 a.m. The agenda consists of routine items such as call to order, roll call, public comment, communications, presentations, and other business. No specific resolutions, contracts, or policy proposals are listed for decision.

transitcommitteepublic-commentproceduraloakland-county
Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Wed Nov 5, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Committee considers bonds for Pontiac redevelopment and county improvements

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will review recommendations for capital improvement bonds and various interlocal agreements. The body is also discussing a proposal for a waste facility in Waterford and a contract for a new public works building.

bondsinfrastructuretransitwaste-managementeconomic-development
✓ Decided: Committee recommends issuing bonds for Pontiac Redevelopment Project

The committee approved the minutes and agenda unanimously. It recommended to the Board the issuance of capital improvement bonds for the Pontiac Redevelopment Project, passing with a 5‑2 vote. Additional unanimous recommendations were approved for county improvement bonds, a water‑works contract, a veterans transportation agreement, a solid‑waste facility proposal, an airport pavement grant, and a 2026 transit agreement with SMART.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Nov 5, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee will consider extending the Telestaff software contract with UKG

The Finance Committee will first approve the minutes from October 22, 2025 and the agenda. It will receive updates on the Pontiac Redevelopment Project and IT master plans. The committee will then recommend several contracts, a budget amendment, and a special project to the Board of Commissioners.

financeinformation-technologycontractspublic-workslabor-agreements
✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved board actions, including nurses collective bargaining

The Finance Committee approved its October 22 minutes and the meeting agenda. It received and filed several IT communications and recommended multiple IT projects to the Board. It also approved contracts, a collective bargaining agreement, and a sponsorship for the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Nov 4, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Board reviews collective bargaining agreement for Michigan Nurses Association nurses

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will consider several human resources items, including a collective bargaining agreement for non‑supervisory public health nurses represented by the Michigan Nurses Association for fiscal years 2026‑2028. The committee will also review a salary administration plan quarterly report for FY 2025 and confirm appointments to the Retirement and Deferred Compensation Board. Additionally, the Board of Commissioners will appoint a member to the Oakland Community Health Network.

human-resourcescollective-bargaininghealthappointmentsboard
✓ Decided: Committee removed Sarah May and appointed Jennifer Korenchuk to OCHN board

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved the October 21, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the agenda unanimously. It forwarded the 2026‑2028 collective bargaining agreement for nurses to Finance, recommended the FY 2025 salary administration plan, and confirmed Dion Stevens' reappointment to the Retirement and Deferred Compensation Board. The committee also voted to remove Sarah May and to appoint Jennifer Korenchuk to the Oakland Community Health Network Board.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Nov 4, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Oakland County committee reviews FY 2026 health and safety grant acceptances

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider several grant acceptance recommendations for FY 2026, including the Pontiac Integrated Urgent Care Grant, an amendment to the Ballmer Group for Southfield Schools, the Crime Victims Rights Program grant, the Overtime Reimbursement Funds grant, and the Antiterrorism Emergency Assistance Program grant. The committee will also recommend an amendment to the Oakland County Co‑Responder Community Grant Program Agreement. All items are to be recommended and forwarded to Finance or the Board as indicated.

health-careeducationpublic-safetygrantsfinancecounty
✓ Decided: Committee forwarded multiple FY 2026 grant acceptances to Finance and Board

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the October 21 minutes and the agenda unanimously. It received and filed Common Ground handouts. The committee then moved to forward several FY 2026 grant acceptances and related amendments to the Finance Department or recommend them to the Board, all passing with unanimous votes.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Nov 4, 2025 · 12:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Committee reviews 2026 transit agreement with SMART

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee is meeting to discuss public transit services. The body will review a 2026 agreement with the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART).

transitsmartinterlocal-agreementeconomic-development
✓ Decided: Committee approved reporting a 2026 transit agreement with SMART

The committee approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting and the agenda for this session, each by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also moved to report the proposed 2026 agreement with the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) to Economic Development & Infrastructure, which passed unanimously. No other actions were taken.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Oct 30, 2025 · 16:30

Standing Committee

Committee to recommend 2026 interlocal transit agreements with multiple agencies

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will review four 2026 interlocal agreements for public transit services with North Oakland Transportation Authority, Rochester Hills-Oakland-Rochester Older Person’s Commission, People's Express, and Western Oakland Transportation Authority. Each agreement will be presented by Eli Cooper and the committee is asked to recommend them to the Board of Commissioners. The committee will also consider a Woodward & Johnson amendment presented by David Woodward and Brendan Johnson.

transitinterlocal-agreementeconomic-developmentboard-amendmenttransportation
✓ Decided: Committee approved four transit service agreements (7‑1 vote)

The committee first approved its agenda unanimously (6‑0‑0). An amendment to set a two‑year expiration date for the transit agreements was rejected (3‑5‑0). The Woodward & Johnson Amendments authorizing agreements with NOTA, OPC, PEX, and WOTA were then approved (7‑1‑0).

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Oct 30, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Board to approve minutes from the October 16, 2025 meeting

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will vote to approve the minutes dated October 16, 2025. After the approval, the board will hold a discussion period on unspecified items. Public comment is allowed before and after the discussion.

minutesgovernancepublic-comment
✓ Decided: Democratic Caucus unanimously approves October 16 meeting minutes

The Oakland County Democratic Caucus met on October 30, 2025. Members approved the minutes from the October 16, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting by voice vote, with all members present voting in favor. No other motions were decided.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Oct 30, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers release of Miller Canfield Report on Zaydlogix contract

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several transit agreements and collective bargaining contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing for a brownfield plan and a resolution regarding the release of a report on the Zaydlogix contract.

transitlabor-contractsbrownfieldaviationgovernment-transparency
✓ Decided: Board approved $17.9M Indigent Defense grant for FY2026

The Board accepted a $17,926,912.81 Michigan Indigent Defense Commission grant and amended the FY2025‑27 budgets to reflect the funding and required local share. It also approved several economic‑development actions, including a $6,051,166 MDOT airport grant, a $2 million Access to Transit program appropriation, and the adoption of the Orchard Shoppes Brownfield redevelopment plan. Additional approvals covered a $111,667 Tri‑Party Road Improvement transfer, amendment of OCBRA bylaws, funding for campus evacuation signs, and participation in the Solarize program.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Oct 28, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Discussion of Adam Christensen Waste Processing and Transfer Facility proposal

The Materials Management Planning Committee will consider a proposal for a waste processing and transfer facility presented by Adam Christensen. The committee will also discuss its stakeholder engagement plan, review a recycling audit, and hear a presentation on recycling goals. These items are for discussion and possible recommendation to the Board of Commissioners.

waste-managementrecyclingplanningenvironment
✓ Decided: Committee held discussion but made no decisions due to lack of quorum

The Materials Management Planning Committee met on October 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM in Pontiac, Michigan. A quorum of five members was not present, so no formal actions could be taken. The committee discussed the stakeholder engagement plan, recycling audit, a waste processing and transfer facility proposal, and recycling goals. No items were approved, denied, or tabled.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Oct 23, 2025 · 11:00

Subcommittee

Board will receive and file the Single Audit Report for FY ending Sep 30, 2024

The Audit Subcommittee will approve the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting and adopt the agenda for this session. It will receive and file the Single Audit Report for the year ended September 30, 2024. The meeting also includes time for public comment on agenda items and any other topics.

auditminutespublic-commentboard-of-commissioners
✓ Decided: Audit Subcommittee approves minutes, agenda and elects Linnie Taylor as chair

The subcommittee approved the Board of Commissioners minutes from August 21, 2025, and the meeting agenda. Members voted to receive and file the Oakland County Audit Plan presentation. The committee elected Linnie Taylor as subcommittee chair.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Oct 22, 2025 · 08:30

Ad Hoc Committee

Commission will approve the End‑of‑Year Zoning and Master Plan Procedures.

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Ad Hoc Committee will consider several items, including staff reviews of draft master plans for Rochester Hills and the Village of Franklin. The committee is set to approve the End‑of‑Year Zoning and Master Plan Procedures. Minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting will also be approved, and public comment will be allowed.

zoningmaster-planplanningeconomic-developmentboard-of-commissioners
✓ Decided: Committee waived its review rights for zoning and master plan cases before 2026

The Coordinating Zoning Committee approved the August 14, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It filed a communication regarding the Rochester Hills Draft Master Plan and voted to recommend support for the Village of Franklin Draft Master Plan Update. The committee also waived its right to review zoning or Master Plan amendment cases that arise before its first meeting in 2026.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Oct 22, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Committee reviews airport grants and transit service agreements

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee is considering several grant acceptances for the Oakland County International Airport and transit service agreements for 2026. The body will also review brownfield plans and updates to the Oakland County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority bylaws.

aviationtransitbrownfieldinfrastructureeconomic-development
✓ Decided: Committee approved FY2026 road improvement appropriation with Novi

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee unanimously approved the FY2026 Tri‑Party Road Improvement Program appropriation with the City of Novi. It also moved several development and transportation actions to the Board, including brownfield plan approvals, airport grant acceptances, evacuation sign replacement, a solar partnership, and transit service agreements. All motions passed with a 6‑0‑0 vote.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Oct 22, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to review labor contracts and brownfield plans

The Finance Committee will consider several recommendations for the Board, including collective bargaining agreements for Sheriff's Office command staff and Circuit Court employees. The body will also review a brownfield plan for a property in Orchard Lake Village and various grant acceptances.

labor-contractsbrownfieldgrantsbudgeteconomic-development
✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved multiple board recommendations, including FY2026 indigent defense grant

The committee unanimously approved the October 8 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It entered closed session to discuss a pending lawsuit, then authorized Corporation Counsel to act on the discussed strategy. The committee recommended several actions to the Board, such as accepting a FY2026 indigent defense grant, adopting a tax‑rate apportionment resolution, and supporting cultural and infrastructure projects.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Oct 21, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Board reviews collective bargaining agreements for sheriff’s office and circuit court employees

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will consider two collective bargaining agreements covering fiscal years 2026‑2029 for the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Command Officers and for non‑supervisory circuit court employees. The committee will recommend each agreement to the Finance Department. Additional items include a resolution to exempt the county from Public Act 152 for 2026 and reports on appointments and a strategic parks plan.

laborhuman-resourcesbudgetappointmentsparks
✓ Decided: Committee reappointed members to Building Authority and Parks & Rec Commission

The committee approved the Board of Commissioners minutes from October 7 and the agenda for this meeting, each with a 5‑0‑0 vote. It forwarded two collective bargaining proposals to Finance and recommended exempting the county from Public Act 152 for 2026, both passing 6‑0‑0. The committee also recommended reappointing Jamele Hage to the Building Authority and appointing Lola Banks, Christine Long, and Ann Erickson Gault to the Parks and Recreation Commission for three‑year terms, each approved 6‑0‑0.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Oct 21, 2025 · 22:30

Standing Committee

Sheriff’s Office to consider equipment donation and several grant acceptances

The Public Health & Safety Committee will recommend to the Board acceptance of a donation of equipment for the Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team. It will also recommend acceptance of multiple grants for narcotics enforcement, traffic safety, and other law‑enforcement programs. Additional grant amendments from HUD for neighborhood stabilization and housing development will be discussed.

law-enforcementgrantspublic-safetyhousingcommunity-development
✓ Decided: Sheriff’s Office accepted equipment donation for Search and Rescue team

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting. It also approved the agenda, received several communications, and recommended multiple grant actions. Notably, the committee accepted a donation of equipment from the Detroit Athletic Club Foundation for the Sheriff’s Search and Rescue Team. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0‑0).

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Oct 16, 2025 · 15:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Oakland County transit committee to review 2026 service agreements

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee will review quarterly reports and discuss 2026 agreements with local transit providers, including NOTA, OPC, PEX, and WOTA. The committee will also receive a presentation from SMART.

transitoakland-countyinterlocal-agreementbudgettransportationad-hoc-committee
✓ Decided: Committee approved reporting proposed 2026 transit agreements to Economic Development

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee approved the minutes from August 14, 2025, and the meeting agenda unanimously. It also voted to report the proposed 2026 Access to Transit Grant Program to Economic Development and Infrastructure. Additionally, the committee approved reporting proposed 2026 service agreements with NOTA, Rochester Hills‑Oakland‑Rochester OPC, People's Express, and WOTA to Economic Development and Infrastructure. All motions passed with a 4‑0‑0 vote.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Oct 16, 2025 · 16:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Oakland County committee reviews tax district policies and economic development contracts

The Oakland County Ad Hoc Committee on Tax Increment Financing District Review will meet to approve minutes and discuss economic development contracts, including a recommendation for the Rochester Hills Local Development Finance Authority Extension.

oakland-countyad-hoc-committeeeconomic-developmentfinancepublic-hearingrochester-hills
✓ Decided: Committee unanimously recommended Rochester Hills LDFA extension to Board

The Tax Increment Financing District Review Policy Ad Hoc Committee approved the September 16, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and adopted its agenda, each with an 8‑0‑0 vote. The committee also moved to recommend that the Board approve the Rochester Hills Local Development Finance Authority extension, passing unanimously. No public comments were received. The meeting adjourned at 4:30 PM.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Oct 16, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Board will approve September 18 minutes and hold discussion items

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will vote to approve the meeting minutes from September 18, 2025. After the approval, the board will address any discussion items on the agenda. The meeting also includes two public comment periods.

governanceminutespublic-commentmeeting-procedure
✓ Decided: Caucus approved September 18, 2025 minutes by unanimous voice vote

The Democratic Caucus approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated September 18, 2025. The motion was moved by Linnie Taylor, seconded by William Miller III, and passed unanimously by voice vote. No other items were voted on; the remaining agenda items were discussed only.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Oct 16, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers charges and hearing for Road Commissioner Jim Esshaki

The Board of Commissioners will discuss providing written notice of charges and scheduling a hearing for Road Commissioner Jim Esshaki. The meeting also includes votes on several collective bargaining agreements and a variety of grants and interlocal agreements.

labor-contractsroad-commissiongrantspublic-safetyreal-estate
✓ Decided: Board approved $700,000 grant to City of Rochester for Clinton River Trail repairs

The Board of Commissioners approved a $700,000 partnership grant to the City of Rochester to fund repair and restoration of the Clinton River Trail. Several one‑time sponsorships and grants were also approved, including $10,000 for the Lagniappe Event, $5,000 for the Milford Independent Cinema, and $2,500 for community events. The Board extended the Motorola Solutions contract, created a new fiscal services supervisor position, and approved an exception to the bid process for election‑division software. A collective bargaining agreement with the Michigan Association of Public Employees was also adopted.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 09:00

Task Force

Oakland County task force to discuss trafficking prevention updates

The Oakland County Human Trafficking Prevention Task Force will meet to discuss caseload updates, website resources, and future meeting schedules. The body will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

human-traffickingtask-forcepublic-safetyboard-of-commissioners
✓ Decided: Task Force approved new human-trafficking website, emergency widget, and shared inbox

The Human Trafficking Prevention Task Force approved the minutes from September 16, 2025 and the meeting agenda. It voted to add an Emergency Exit Widget to the task‑force website, create a new webpage at OakGov.com/HumanTrafficking, and establish a shared inbox for the Prosecutor’s and Sheriff’s offices. The next meeting was scheduled for November 19, 2025.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Oct 8, 2025 · 08:30

Ad Hoc Committee

Oakland County Coordinating Zoning Committee meeting cancelled

The Oakland County Coordinating Zoning Committee meeting scheduled for October 8, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included standard procedural items such as the call to order, roll call, and approval of minutes.

cancelledzoningoakland-countymeeting
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Wed Oct 8, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Committee will discuss departmental recommendations on economic development and infrastructure

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will review recommendations from the Economic Development Department, Facilities Management Department, Office of Sustainability, and Materials Management Planning Committee. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and agenda, as well as public comment periods. No specific contracts, rezoning actions, or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.

economic-developmentinfrastructuresustainabilityfacilitiesboard
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Wed Oct 8, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to consider $700,000 grant for Clinton River Trail restoration

The Finance Committee will review several contracts, grants, and interlocal agreements for recommendation to the Board. Key discussions include labor contracts for Children's Village and boiler operators, as well as various community event sponsorships.

budgetgrantslabor-contractsparks-and-recreationpublic-safetyreal-estate
✓ Decided: Approved $700,000 grant to Rochester for Clinton River Trail repair

The Finance Committee approved the September 10, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It recommended and approved multiple department actions, including IT contracts, veteran services grant, and a $700,000 Parks & Recreation grant to the City of Rochester. The committee also approved an exception to the bid process for election software and created a new Fiscal Services Sunset position for FY2026.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Oct 8, 2025 · 12:00

Standing Committee

Approve prior meeting minutes and hold closed session on Bush v. Oakland County

The Claims Review Committee will vote to approve the minutes from its April 3 and June 24, 2025 meetings. It will also approve the agenda for this session. A closed‑session hearing will be held regarding the case Bush, Stephen v. Oakland County. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the regular agenda.

minutesagendaclosed-sessionlawsuitpublic-comment
✓ Decided: Committee authorized corporation counsel to act on Bush v. Oakland County case

The Claims Review Committee approved the minutes from April 3 and June 24, 2025, and approved the agenda as presented, each by a 5‑0‑0 vote. The committee entered closed session to discuss legal strategy for the Bush v. Oakland County case, also unanimously. Afterwards, the committee authorized the corporation counsel to proceed according to the directives discussed in closed session.

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Oct 7, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Committee reviews three labor agreements and a partnership with City of Rochester

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee is considering several collective bargaining agreements for county employees. The body will also review an interlocal partnership agreement regarding Clinton River Oaks.

labor-agreementscontractsparks-and-recreationgovernment-operations
✓ Decided: Committee recommended reappointing Dr. Granae Dudley to state board

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved the September 9, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It received a Road Commission communication, forwarded three Human Resources collective bargaining proposals to Finance, and forwarded a Parks & Recreation interlocal partnership agreement to Finance. The Committee also recommended the reappointment of Dr. Granae Dudley to the Michigan Department of Human Services – Oakland County Agency Board for a three‑year term.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Oct 7, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Public Health & Safety Committee to review grants and Sheriff's Office agreements

The committee is considering several grant acceptances for health and court services. Members will also review interlocal agreements regarding jail behavioral health services and the termination of a court deputy agreement with the 43rd District Court.

public-healthlaw-enforcementgrantscourtsbehavioral-health
✓ Decided: Committee forwarded multiple grant and interlocal agreements to Finance and recommended board actions

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the September 9 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It received and filed several communications. The committee moved several items—grant acceptances and interlocal agreements—from the Circuit Court, Health & Human Services, and Sheriff's Office to Finance and recommended board actions on many of them. All motions passed unanimously.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Sep 30, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Committee to review solid waste processing and recycling standards

The Materials Management Planning Committee will consider a resolution regarding the interim approval process for solid waste processing and transfer facilities. Members will also discuss recycling goals, benchmark standards, and stakeholder engagement.

waste-managementrecyclingenvironmental-planning
✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes, agenda and referred waste facility action

The Materials Management Planning Committee approved the June 24 and August 26 Board of Commissioners minutes (10‑0). The agenda was approved as presented (10‑0). The committee voted to refer the proposed interim approval process for solid‑waste processing and transfer facilities to Economic Development & Infrastructure (11‑0). No public comments were received.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Sep 18, 2025 · 16:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Board will review the FY 2025 budget.

The Safer Communities Ad Hoc Committee will approve minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting and adopt the agenda. It will receive a FY 2025 budget update and consider recommendations to support the All of Us Foundation University Gun Violence Prevention Initiative and Crime Stoppers of Michigan. The committee will also discuss future educational initiatives on human trafficking awareness for youth.

budgetpublic-safetygun-violence-preventioncrime-preventionhuman-traffickingeducation
✓ Decided: Committee approved meeting minutes, agenda and a firearm‑storage flyer

The Safer Communities Ad Hoc Committee approved the Board of Commissioners minutes from May 13, 2025. The committee also approved the agenda as presented. A motion to receive and file the "The Talk" informational flyer on secure firearm storage was passed.

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Sep 18, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Oakland County Democratic Caucus meeting scheduled for September 18, 2025

The Democratic Caucus of the Board of Commissioners will meet to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and does not list specific discussion topics.

governmentcaucusoakland-county
✓ Decided: Caucus unanimously approved August and September 2025 board minutes

The Democratic Caucus approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated August 14, 2025 and September 5, 2025. Both approvals were passed by unanimous voice vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Sep 18, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on 2026-2028 budget and public hearing on sanitary code revisions

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on revisions to the Sanitary Code and vote on the Fiscal Year 2026-2028 budget, including the creation of an Office of Inspector General. The meeting also includes approval of contracts, grants, and collective bargaining agreements.

budgetsanitary-codepublic-hearingcontractsgrantscollective-bargainingoakland-county
✓ Decided: Board approved $271,459 ADA toilet room project for Courthouse Jury Assembly

The Board adopted several FY 2026 maintenance assessments for lake level and drain projects. It approved a purchase agreement for 1600 Scott Lake Road and authorized a $271,459 ADA toilet room project for the Courthouse Jury Assembly, including a fund transfer. The Board also extended the AT&T Master Services Agreement, closed the MEDC bank account and reallocated $242,905.42 to veterans services, and approved a $50,000 sponsorship for a historical coordination study.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Sep 16, 2025 · 09:00

General

Board to consider FY 2026 budget for Oakland County Art Institute Authority

The Oakland County Art Institute Authority will meet to approve minutes from April 2025, receive financial statements and audit reports for the year ended November 30, 2024, and discuss the FY 2026 budget.

budgetfinanceartsauditdetroit-institute-of-arts
✓ Decided: Board postponed consideration of the FY 2026 budget

The Authority approved the minutes from April 29, 2025, and adopted the agenda as presented. It approved the attached communications, filed the DIA half‑year update and the Treasurer’s report, and then postponed discussion of the FY 2026 budget. The meeting was adjourned at 9:55 a.m.

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Sep 16, 2025 · 09:00

Task Force

Task Force will discuss updates on human trafficking caseload and website performance

The Human Trafficking Task Force will meet on September 16, 2025. Commissioners will discuss an update on the task force’s caseload and recent arrests. They will also review the performance and content of the county website. A future meeting schedule will be considered.

human-traffickingpublic-safetywebsitemeeting
✓ Decided: Task Force approved August minutes and agenda; next meeting set for Oct 14

The Human Trafficking Task Force approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting with a unanimous 4‑0‑0 vote. The agenda for the September 16, 2025 meeting was also approved unanimously (4‑0‑0). The next task force meeting was scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Sep 16, 2025 · 11:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Board to receive and file Rochester Hills LDFA extension contract

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will approve the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda. The committee will then receive and file the Rochester Hills Local Development Finance Authority extension contract. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the regular agenda.

financeeconomic-developmentcontractspublic-commentminutes
✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes, agenda, and Rochester Hills LDFA presentation

The Tax Increment Financing District Review Policy Ad Hoc Committee unanimously approved the July 17, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes. The committee also unanimously approved its agenda for the meeting. Members voted to receive and file the Rochester Hills Local Development Finance Authority Extension presentation.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Sep 10, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Committee will consider two real‑property purchase agreements in Rochester and Waterford Township

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will review and recommend to the Board several items, including water‑level maintenance assessments and real‑estate purchase agreements. They will discuss assessments for lake level maintenance and Chapter 4 and 18 drains for fiscal year 2026. The committee will also consider interlocal agreements for workforce development events and a materials‑management education campaign.

water-resourcesreal-estateinterlocal-agreementsworkforce-developmentassessment
✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved multiple property purchases and water assessments

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee approved several recommendations, including water‑resources maintenance assessments for FY 2026, facilities‑management purchase agreements for property in Rochester and Waterford Township, and economic‑development agreements related to the 2025 MiCareerQuest Southeast event and an interlocal agreement with SEMCOG. All motions passed with a 5‑0‑0 vote. No public comments were received.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Sep 10, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee will recommend the FY 2026‑2028 Oakland County budget

The Finance Committee will consider several reports and make recommendations to the Board. Items include an extension of the AT&T Master Services Agreement, creation of sunset staffing positions, and budget amendments for FY 2025. The committee will also recommend the FY 2026‑2028 Oakland County budget and authorize a public hearing for September 18. Minutes from six August meetings will be approved.

budgetcontractsstaffinginterlocal-agreementscollective-bargainingpublic-safety
✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved the FY 2026‑2028 Oakland County Recommended Budget

The committee approved the FY 2026‑2028 Oakland County Recommended Budget, including Sections A, B, and C amendments, with unanimous votes. It also authorized the public notice and hearing for September 18, 2025. Additional department recommendations and communications reports were adopted, all motions passing unanimously.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Sep 9, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Committee reviews multiple labor agreements and a $700,000 trail grant

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee is reviewing several collective bargaining agreements for county employees. The body is also considering a grant for trail restoration and a partnership agreement for Bloomer Park.

labor-agreementsgrantsparks-and-recreationgovernment-operationsfees
✓ Decided: Committee approves $700,000 Rochester grant and other actions

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved the minutes from August 5, 2025, and the meeting agenda. It recommended fee‑schedule updates, appointed three Democratic and three Republican nominees to the Board of County Canvassers, and forwarded multiple collective bargaining agreements and salary recommendations to Finance. The committee also approved a $700,000 grant to the City of Rochester for Clinton River Trail repair and a partnership agreement with the City of Rochester Hills for Bloomer Park (vote 6‑1‑0).

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Sep 9, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Emergency Management grant acceptance and interlocal agreement with Macomb County

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider several grant acceptances, including a U.S. Department of Homeland Security grant and a Michigan State Police hazardous materials grant, and will recommend an interlocal agreement with Macomb County for the FY 2024 Homeland Security Grant Program. The committee will also review budget amendments, policy revisions to the sanitary code, and fee changes for the Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center. Recommendations will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for final action.

grantsinterlocal-agreementbudgetpublic-healthanimal-shelter
✓ Decided: Committee approved multiple emergency management grants and interlocal agreements

The Public Health & Safety Committee unanimously approved emergency management grant acceptances and a FEMA interlocal agreement. It also approved revisions to the Oakland County Sanitary Code, animal shelter fund transfers and fee structures, and a sheriff's office grant and interlocal agreement. Additional items such as board minutes, communications, and a mental‑health grant presentation were received and filed with unanimous votes.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Fri Sep 5, 2025 · 15:00

Majority Caucus

Board holds routine Democratic caucus meeting

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Democratic Caucus will meet to conduct standard business, including call to order, roll call, public comments, approval of minutes, and discussion items. No specific resolutions, contracts, or projects are listed on the agenda.

governance
✓ Decided: Caucus discussed numerous budget amendment ideas but took no action

The Democratic Caucus met on September 5, 2025 with eight members present. Commissioners and staff presented potential budget amendments covering a visiting judge, vital records digitization, public spaces, student debt, beach sampling, housing trust, repair programs, crisis response, co‑responder and human‑trafficking units. No votes or approvals were recorded; the items were only discussed. The meeting adjourned at 4:58 PM.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Aug 26, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Committee will consider interim approval process for solid waste facilities

The Materials Management Planning Committee will review a resolution to establish an interim approval process for solid waste processing and transfer facilities. They will also hear a presentation from Resource Recycling Systems and discuss a SEMCOG interlocal agreement for an education campaign. The meeting includes standard approvals of minutes and agenda, followed by public comment.

solid-wasteinterlocal-agreementpresentationpublic-comment
✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes and the meeting agenda

The Materials Management Planning Committee approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated June 24, 2025. The committee also approved the agenda for the August 26, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Aug 21, 2025 · 11:00

Subcommittee

Audit Subcommittee to receive and file FY2024 bank account audit recommendation

The Audit Subcommittee will approve the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda. It will then receive and file a recommendation on background and corrective action for unreconciled bank accounts identified in the FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the regular agenda.

auditfinancebudgetpublic-commentminutes
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Thu Aug 21, 2025 · 13:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee will hold budget hearings for three county departments

The Oakland County Finance Committee will hear budget presentations for the Emergency Management & Homeland Security, Parks & Recreation, and Health & Human Services departments. Each department's director is scheduled to present their budget request. The agenda includes a public comment period and other business before adjournment.

budgetfinance-committeeemergency-managementparks-recreationhealth-human-services
✓ Decided: Finance Committee held budget hearings but made no decisions

The Finance Committee met on August 21, 2025, and heard budget presentations for Emergency Management & Homeland Security, Parks & Recreation, and Health & Human Services. No public comments were received. The meeting adjourned at 3:38 PM without any approvals, denials, or other actions taken.

BOC Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Aug 20, 2025 · 13:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee holds budget hearings for four county departments

The Oakland County Finance Committee will conduct budget hearings for the Indigent Defense Services, Facilities Management, Prosecutor's Office, and Corporation Counsel departments. Each department will present its budget to the committee. No decisions are indicated; the agenda consists of presentations and public comment.

budgetfinanceindigent-defensefacilities-managementprosecutorlegal
✓ Decided: Finance Committee held budget hearings; no actions were approved

The Finance Committee met on August 20, 2025, and conducted budget hearings for Indigent Defense Services, Facilities Management, the Prosecuting Attorney's Office, and Corporation Counsel. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 3:28 PM.

BOC Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Aug 19, 2025 · 13:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to hold budget hearings for four county departments

The Finance Committee is conducting budget hearings for several county offices. Presenters will provide information regarding the budgets for public communications, the treasurer, water resources, and the probate court.

budgetfinancepublic-communicationstreasurerwater-resourcesprobate-court
✓ Decided: Finance Committee held budget hearings, no actions taken

The Finance Committee met on August 19, 2025 at the BOC Auditorium in Pontiac. The committee conducted budget hearings for the Department of Public Communications, the Treasurer’s Office, the Water Resources Commissioner, and the Probate Court. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 4:10 p.m.

BOC Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Aug 14, 2025 · 08:30

Majority Caucus

Commissioners will approve July 17, 2025 minutes and hold open discussion

The board will formally approve the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting. After that, members may discuss any items they wish, followed by a second public comment period for any topic. No specific policy proposals or contracts are listed on the agenda.

minutespublic-commentcaucusgovernance
✓ Decided: Caucus unanimously approved July 17 Board of Commissioners minutes

The Democratic Caucus approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated July 17, 2025 by unanimous voice vote. No other motions were adopted; the remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion items and announcements.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Aug 14, 2025 · 09:30

Board of Commissioners

Board will consider FY2025 road improvement appropriations for Holly, Commerce, and Farmington Hills

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will approve minutes from the July 17 meeting and adopt the agenda. Committee reports will include budget amendments for road improvement projects, a grant for an inclusive playground at Boulan Park, and a housing trust fund allocation for the Third Street Lofts project. Several resolutions and interlocal agreements will be received, filed, or referred for further action.

roadsbudgetgrantshousingparks-recreationpublic-safety
✓ Decided: Board adopts new rules of procedure and approves diplomatic leadership resolution

The Board approved the July 17, 2025 minutes and the agenda as amended. It confirmed Kate Baker’s appointment to the Parks & Recreation Commission and adopted a resolution reaffirming Oakland County’s role in diplomatic leadership. The Board also adopted an amendment to the 2025‑2028 Rules of Procedure and Guidelines. Several amendments and a revised committee‑assignment plan were rejected.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Aug 14, 2025 · 09:35

Ad Hoc Committee

Transit Committee reviews Oakland County Community Transit Plan

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee will hear an informational presentation on the Oakland County Community Transit Plan. It will also review the SMART quarterly report for January‑March 2025 and discuss a public transportation agreement with community service providers. Additional discussion topics include early voting and transportation and a dialogue with local community providers in southeast Oakland County.

transiteconomic-developmenttransportationvotingcommunity-providersreports
✓ Decided: Committee approved June minutes, agenda amendment, and referred a communications item

The committee approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated June 11, 2025. It also approved the amended agenda. Finally, it moved to refer Communications Item 8a to Economic Development & Infrastructure and to receive and file Item 8b.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Aug 14, 2025 · 09:35

Ad Hoc Committee

Commissioners will vote to approve the Village of Milford draft master plan update

The Board of Commissioners will first approve the minutes from the July 17, 2025 meeting and the meeting agenda. They will then consider and vote to approve the Planning and Local Business Development staff review of the Village of Milford draft master plan update under County Code MP 25-08. The meeting also includes two public comment periods and concludes with other business and adjournment.

minutesagendaeconomic-developmentmaster-planpublic-comment
✓ Decided: Committee recommended approval of Milford Village Draft Master Plan update

The Coordinating Zoning Committee approved the minutes from the July 17, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting. The agenda for the current meeting was approved as presented. The committee voted to recommend support for the Village of Milford Draft Master Plan update.

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Aug 12, 2025 · 09:00

Human Trafficking Task Force

Oakland County to discuss anti-human trafficking operations and social media safety

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will convene to discuss the Sheriff's Office anti-trafficking initiatives and recent arrests. The meeting also includes a presentation on Instagram's location-sharing features.

human-traffickingsheriffsocial-mediapublic-safetyoakland-county
✓ Decided: Task Force approves minutes and agenda, no substantive actions taken

The Human Trafficking Task Force approved the July 2, 2025 minutes and the meeting agenda, each with a unanimous 4‑0‑0 vote. No other decisions or actions were approved; the remaining agenda items were informational updates and discussions.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Aug 7, 2025 · 13:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to hold budget hearings for county courts and clerk

The Finance Committee will conduct budget hearings for three county departments. Presenters will provide information regarding the budgets for the Circuit Court, the Clerk/Register of Deeds, and the 52nd District Courts.

budgetfinancecourtscounty-clerk
✓ Decided: Finance Committee held budget hearings but took no formal actions

The Finance Committee met on August 7, 2025 at 1:00 PM in the BOC Auditorium. Committee members heard budget presentations for the Circuit Court, Clerk/Register of Deeds, and 52nd District Courts. No motions were made, and the meeting adjourned at 3:48 PM without any approvals, denials, or other decisions.

BOC Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Aug 6, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Board will approve FY 2025 road improvement funds for Holly, Commerce, Farmington Hills

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will consider several budget appropriations, including road improvement programs with the Township of Holly, the Charter Township of Commerce, and the City of Farmington Hills. It will also review a sustainability donation of surplus office supplies and budget amendments for steam tunnel improvements and paving projects on Public Works Drive and Village Drive. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes, agenda, and public reports.

budgetroadsinfrastructuresustainabilitypublic-works
✓ Decided: Committee approved three FY 2025 tri‑party road improvement appropriations

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee approved three FY 2025 appropriations for tri‑party road improvement programs with the Township of Holly, the Charter Township of Commerce, and the City of Farmington Hills. It also moved forward the Office of Sustainability's surplus office supplies donation extension, Facilities Management steam tunnel improvements, and paving projects on Public Works Drive and Village Drive. All motions passed unanimously.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Aug 6, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to review budget hearings and multiple grant recommendations

The Finance Committee will consider several budget amendments and grant acceptances for recommendation to the Board. The meeting includes budget hearings for the Board of Commissioners, Information Technology, the Office of County Executive, and the Sheriff's Office.

budgetgrantsinfrastructurehousingpublic-safety
✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved housing trust fund, playground grant, and other projects

The Finance Committee approved the July 9 and July 17 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It then recommended and approved a series of Board actions, including a housing trust fund allocation for the Third Street Lofts project, a $250,000 grant to Troy for an inclusive playground, additional funding for the Oxford High School after‑action review, steam tunnel improvements, paving projects on Public Works Drive and Village Drive, and the use of law‑enforcement enhancement funds to refurbish Air 2. All motions passed with the vote counts recorded in the minutes.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Aug 5, 2025 · 08:30

Standing Committee

County approves $250,000 grant for inclusive playground in Troy's Boulan Park

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will consider several recommendations, including a $250,000 grant to the City of Troy for an inclusive playground at Boulan Park and a supplemental collective bargaining agreement for United Auto Workers Local 889 employees in the Treasurer’s Office. The committee will also review an interlocal partnership agreement with Waterford School District, a third‑quarter salary administration plan report, and two board resolutions reaffirming diplomatic leadership and a commitment to peace. An amendment to the Board of Commissioners’ Gershenson item is also on the agenda.

budgetparkslaboreducationgovernance
✓ Decided: Committee approved $250,000 Troy playground grant and passed peace resolution amendment

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved the minutes and agenda unanimously. It forwarded a $250,000 grant to the City of Troy for an inclusive playground at Boulan Park and approved an interlocal partnership with Waterford School District. The committee also adopted an amended resolution affirming Oakland County’s commitment to peace, humanity, and global compassion. All other listed recommendations were forwarded or recommended to the Board of Commissioners.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Karen Joliat yea · Penny Luebs yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Aug 5, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Committee reviews funding for Oxford High School shooting after-action report

The Public Health & Safety Committee will discuss grant applications and funding requests for health and emergency services. The body is deciding on recommendations for housing developments and drug trafficking programs. Members will also review reports on youth assistance and animal shelter intake.

public-healthemergency-managementgrantshousinglaw-enforcement
✓ Decided: Committee approved housing trust fund allocation for Royal Oak’s Third Street Lofts

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several actions, including the allocation of Housing Trust Fund money and an interlocal agreement with the City of Royal Oak for the Third Street Lofts mixed‑income housing project. The committee also removed a law‑enforcement agenda item, approved the meeting agenda, and received various presentations and communications. It forwarded funding requests and grant items to the Finance Department and recommended board actions on animal shelter gifts and sheriff’s office grants. All motions passed unanimously or with recorded vote totals.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda [remove Sheriff's Office Item titled Use of Law Enforcement Enhancement Funds for the Refurbishment of Air 2 from the Agenda.]
4 yea · 1 nay
Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Angela Powell yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Michael Gingell nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 5, 2025 · 13:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee will hear budget presentations from four county departments

The Finance Committee will hold budget hearings for the Management & Budget, Public Services, Human Resources, and Economic Development departments. Each department’s director or deputy will present its proposed budget. No formal actions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for informational presentations and public comment.

financebudgetmanagementpublic-serviceshuman-resourceseconomic-development
✓ Decided: Finance Committee held budget hearings but made no decisions

The Finance Committee heard budget presentations for Management & Budget, Public Services, Human Resources, and Economic Development. No votes or actions were taken on any items. The meeting adjourned at 3:48 PM.

BOC Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Jul 22, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Materials Management Planning Committee meeting cancelled

The Materials Management Planning Committee's meeting scheduled for July 22, 2025 was cancelled, so no agenda items will be acted upon. The agenda listed standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, approval of June 24, 2025 minutes, approval of agenda, public comment, and adjournment, but none will be considered.

materials-managementcommitteeproceduralminutespublic-comment
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Thu Jul 17, 2025 · 15:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Committee to recommend Amendment #2 to the Tax Sharing Agreement

The Ad Hoc Committee will consider Amendment #2 to the tax sharing agreement among Oakland County, the Charter Township of Lyon, and the Lyon Township Downtown Development Authority. The committee is asked to recommend the amendment and forward it to the Finance Department. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and public comment.

taxesfinanceintergovernmental-agreementpublic-comment
✓ Decided: Committee unanimously forwarded Tax Sharing Agreement amendment to Finance

The Tax Increment Financing District Review Policy Ad Hoc Committee approved the minutes from the April 23, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting and the agenda as presented, each with a 6‑0‑0 vote. The committee then moved to forward Amendment #2 to the Tax Sharing Agreement between Oakland County, the Charter Township of Lyon, and the Lyon Township Downtown Development Authority to the Finance Department, passing with a 7‑0‑0 vote. The meeting adjourned at 3:13 PM.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Christine Long yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Timothy Colbeck yea · Aaron Thomas yea · Terry Schultz yea
Thu Jul 17, 2025 · 16:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Board to approve Oxford Township Draft Master Plan update

The Board will first approve the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes and the agenda. It will then consider a staff review of the Oxford Township Draft Master Plan update and vote to approve it. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the regular agenda.

zoningeconomic-developmentplanningmaster-planboard
✓ Decided: Committee recommends approval of Oxford Township Draft Master Plan update

The Coordinating Zoning Committee approved the minutes from June 4, 2025 and the meeting agenda, each with a unanimous 3‑0‑0 vote. They received and filed the Orion Township rezoning staff review letter, also unanimously. The committee voted to recommend support for the Oxford Township Draft Master Plan update, noting it is not inconsistent with neighboring plans, with a 3‑0‑0 vote.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Philip Weipert yea
Thu Jul 17, 2025 · 16:30

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to review Tax Increment Financing policy

The Oakland County Finance Committee will meet to discuss and recommend approval of an amendment to a tax sharing agreement with Lyon Township. The committee will also review the Tax Increment Financing District Review Policy.

financetax-increment-financingpolicylondon-townshipcontractoakland-county
✓ Decided: Finance Committee recommends amendment to tax sharing agreement

The Finance Committee approved its agenda unanimously (6-0-0). It also voted to recommend Amendment #2 to the Tax Sharing Agreement between Oakland County, the Charter Township of Lyon, and the Lyon Township Downtown Development Authority, passing unanimously (6-0-0).

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Thu Jul 17, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Democratic caucus meeting to approve June 11 minutes and take public comments

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Democratic Caucus will meet on July 17, 2025. The agenda includes approval of the June 11, 2025 meeting minutes, public comment periods, and standard procedural items. No other substantive matters are listed for discussion.

caucusminutespublic-commentprocedural
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Thu Jul 17, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Oakland County Board of Commissioners to review FY 2025-2027 recommended budget

The Board of Commissioners will receive a recommended budget overview for fiscal years 2025-2027. The body is also considering collective bargaining agreements for UAW Local 889 and various grants and interlocal agreements for public health and safety.

budgetlabor-agreementsroadspublic-safetytransparency
✓ Decided: Board approved $339,600 contract with Resource Recycling Systems

The Board approved a contract up to $339,600 with Resource Recycling Systems to serve as the prime consultant for the county’s Materials Management Plan. It also accepted a $320,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy for the Materials Management Planning Program and authorized $66,668 and $16,667 transfers to the Charter Townships of White Lake and Oakland for road improvement projects. Additional actions included extending a property assessment services contract, approving an exception to the bid process for traffic‑jam technology, and allocating $10,000 for the Wixom holiday lighting initiative.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda [Hoffman Amendment to Agenda]
11 nay · 8 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Michael Gingell yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Karen Joliat yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Robert Smiley yea · Michael Spisz yea · Philip Weipert yea · Ann Erickson Gault nay · Marcia Gershenson nay · Brendan Johnson nay · Christine Long nay · Penny Luebs nay · Gwen Markham nay · William Miller III nay · Angela Powell nay · Yolanda Smith Charles nay · Linnie Taylor nay · David Woodward nay
Consent Agenda
17 yea · 2 nay
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Michael Gingell yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Angela Powell yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea · Charles Cavell nay · Kristen Nelson nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jul 9, 2025 · 09:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Board will consider Amendment #1 to the FY 2025 Local Road Improvement Program

The Local Road Improvement Program Special Committee meets on July 9, 2025. The committee will approve the May 7, 2025 minutes, approve the agenda, and consider Amendment #1 to the Fiscal Year 2025 Local Road Improvement Program, which will be reported to Economic Development & Infrastructure. Public comment will be allowed for up to three minutes per speaker.

budgetroadslocal-governmentpublic-comment
✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes, agenda and referred amendment to another committee

The committee approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated May 7, 2025. They approved the meeting agenda as presented. They referred Amendment #1 to the Fiscal Year 2025 Local Road Improvement Program to the Economic Development & Infrastructure Committee. All motions passed unanimously (3-0-0).

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea
Wed Jul 9, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee to review road and water projects

The committee will consider budget amendments for road improvement programs and recommendations for property and staffing changes. Members will also review reports on transit, business development, and the Downtown Pontiac renovation.

roadseconomic-developmentwater-resourcesbudgetreal-estate
✓ Decided: Committee approved Amendment #1 to FY 2025 Local Road Improvement Program

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee unanimously approved several recommendations, including a road‑improvement program amendment, a purchase of excess property, and a salary schedule adjustment. All motions passed with no dissent.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Brendan Johnson yea · Gwen Markham yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Wed Jul 9, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee reviews labor agreements and community sponsorships

The Finance Committee is reviewing several contract extensions, grant amendments, and sponsorship requests. The body will consider recommending collective bargaining agreements for UAW Local 889 and various staffing and equipment purchases for Parks & Recreation.

labor-agreementsgrantsparks-and-recreationpublic-safetycommunity-sponsorships
✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes, agenda and key board recommendations, including labor deals

The Finance Committee approved the June 4 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It unanimously approved several recommendations to the Board, such as extending assessment contracts, an exception to the bid process for traffic‑jam technology, a grant acceptance with EGLE, and the 2025 supplemental collective bargaining agreements for UAW‑represented employees. The committee also approved the creation of a Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation position (6‑1 vote). All motions were recorded as passed.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Jul 8, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Committee reviews UAW collective bargaining agreements and new Parks position

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will consider supplemental collective bargaining agreements for UAW Local 889 employees. The body will also review a proposal to create a Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation position and the purchase of a fitness court at Catalpa Oaks.

labor-agreementsparks-and-recreationhuman-resourcesgovernment-operationspublic-employees
✓ Decided: Committee approved creation of Deputy Director of Parks & Recreation position

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved several actions, including forwarding HR collective bargaining agreements to Finance and adopting a new Deputy Director role for Parks and Recreation. It also approved the purchase of a fitness court at Catalpa Oaks and appointed a new member to the Materials Management Planning Committee. All motions were recorded with their vote tallies.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda [approve, as amended]
6 yea · 2 nay
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Penny Luebs yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Marcia Gershenson nay · Linnie Taylor nay
Approval of Agenda [amend]
5 yea · 3 nay
Robert Hoffman yea · Karen Joliat yea · Penny Luebs yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Ann Erickson Gault nay · Marcia Gershenson nay · Brendan Johnson nay
Approval of Agenda [move Public Comment to end of the agenda]
5 nay · 3 yea
Marcia Gershenson yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Ann Erickson Gault nay · Robert Hoffman nay · Karen Joliat nay · Penny Luebs nay · Kristen Nelson nay
Tue Jul 8, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Board to consider amendment to 2025‑2027 law enforcement services agreement with Brandon Township

The Public Health & Safety Committee will approve the June 3, 2025 minutes and the agenda, receive several reports for filing, and discuss a series of grant and interlocal agreement recommendations. Key items include a proposed amendment to the 2025‑2027 Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Charter Township of Brandon and a amendment to the Double Up Food Bucks program. The committee will also consider grant acceptances for forensic science and other health‑related programs before adjourning.

public-healthpublic-safetygrantsinterlocal-agreementfood-buckslaw-enforcement
✓ Decided: Committee approved $400,000 allocation for anti-human trafficking positions

The Public Health & Safety Committee unanimously approved a $400,000 allocation from the Strategic Investment Plan to fund an assistant prosecutor, a sergeant, and a vehicle for anti‑human trafficking efforts. It also approved the June 3 Board of Commissioners minutes, the meeting agenda, and filed several presentations and communications. The committee recommended Board actions on Circuit Court child‑care items, Health & Human Services grants and amendments, and Sheriff’s Office agreements and grants.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
8 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Michael Gingell yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Angela Powell yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Wed Jul 2, 2025 · 11:00

Human Trafficking Task Force

Task Force considers support for Sheriff and Prosecutor anti-trafficking initiatives

The Human Trafficking Task Force will discuss caseload updates and recent arrests. The body is considering a resolution to support the operational needs of the Sheriff's Office and Prosecutor's Office for joint anti-human trafficking initiatives.

human-traffickinglaw-enforcementpublic-safetysheriffprosecutor
✓ Decided: Task Force approved recommendation to forward resolution creating positions through 2028

The Human Trafficking Task Force approved the minutes from June 17, 2025, and the agenda as presented, each with a 3‑0‑0 vote. The board then adopted a recommendation to forward a resolution to the Public Health & Safety and Finance Committees to create anti‑human trafficking positions through 2028 and to reconvene by July 31, 2028 to discuss long‑term funding. The next meeting was tentatively set for August 12, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
William Miller III yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea
Tue Jun 24, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Committee to review materials management plan and recycling contract

The Materials Management Planning Committee will discuss a consulting contract with Resource Recycling Systems and a grant from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy. The body will also review the SEMCOG Materials Management Plan scope of work and the interim facility approval process.

waste-managementrecyclinggrantscontractssemcog
✓ Decided: Committee approves agenda, grant, and consulting contract, all unanimously

The Materials Management Planning Committee unanimously approved the February 24 minutes and the meeting agenda. It voted to receive and file a SEMCOG resignation letter, refer acceptance of a $320,000 EGLE grant, and refer a contract with Resource Recycling Systems as the plan consultant to the Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Jun 24, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Closed session to discuss LeMarbe v. Oakland County legal matter

The Claims Review Committee will approve minutes from meetings on April 3, May 27, and June 3, 2025. The agenda will be approved and public comment will be allowed. The committee will then enter a closed session to address the LeMarbe, Corey v. Oakland County case. The meeting will conclude with any other business and adjournment.

minutesagendaclosed-sessionlegalclaims-review
✓ Decided: Committee approved agenda and authorized counsel actions, all motions passed

The Claims Review Committee postponed the April 3, 2025 minutes and approved the May 27 and June 3, 2025 minutes. The agenda was approved as presented. The committee entered closed session to discuss the LeMarbe, Corey v. Oakland County case and then authorized Corporation Counsel to proceed according to the directives discussed. All four motions passed unanimously (4‑0‑0).

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
David Woodward yea · Gwen Markham yea · Diana McBroom yea · Robert Erlenbeck yea
Tue Jun 17, 2025 · 09:00

Human Trafficking Task Force

Board discusses human trafficking caseload and recent arrests

The Human Trafficking Task Force will review updates from the Department of Public Communications and the Board of Commissioners on the task force’s caseload and recent arrests. The meeting will also discuss scheduling future task force meetings and will include public comment periods. No formal actions are listed beyond discussion of these items.

human-traffickingpublic-safetyboard-of-commissionersmeetingsupdates
✓ Decided: Human Trafficking Task Force unanimously approved minutes and agenda

The task force approved the Board of Commissioners minutes from May 23, 2025 with a 3-0-0 vote. It also approved the meeting agenda as presented, again by a 3-0-0 vote. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 9:45 AM.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Karen Joliat yea · William Miller III yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Jun 17, 2025 · 10:00

General

Oakland County Zoological Authority to vote on 2025/2026 budget

The Oakland County Zoological Authority will meet to approve the FY 2025/2026 budget and amendments to the FY 2024/2025 budget. The body will also consider a resolution regarding the levy and collection of millage.

budgetmillagedetroit-zoocontractsfinance
✓ Decided: Oakland County Zoological Authority approved FY 2025‑2026 budget and levy resolutions

The Authority unanimously approved the FY 2025‑2026 budget together with four accompanying resolutions, and also adopted a resolution for levy and millage collection. A contract with the Oakland County Board of Commissioners Administrative Services was approved. Officers were elected, and the prior meeting minutes and agenda were approved.

8450 W. Ten Mile Road, Royal Oak
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Jun 11, 2025 · 16:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Oakland County Transit committee meets to review progress and discuss bikeshare

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee will convene to approve prior minutes and receive a progress report on the Oakland County Transit + Qualtrics system. The committee will also discuss a bikeshare initiative.

transitbikesharecommitteeoakland-countyagendaprogress-report
✓ Decided: Committee approved the April 10 Board of Commissioners minutes

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee approved the minutes from the April 10 Board of Commissioners meeting, approved the agenda as presented, referred the quarterly transit report to Economic Development and Infrastructure, and received the Qualtrics progress report. All four motions passed unanimously with a 4-0-0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Marcia Gershenson yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Wed Jun 11, 2025 · 18:00

Majority Caucus

Democratic Caucus meeting scheduled for June 11, 2025

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body is scheduled to approve minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting and hold discussion items.

proceduralcaucus
✓ Decided: Caucus vacates Vice Chair and appoints Linnie Taylor; minutes approved

The caucus approved the May 22, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes by unanimous voice vote. Members voted 9‑0‑0 to vacate the Majority Caucus Vice Chair position. The same vote appointed Commissioner Linnie Taylor as the new Vice Chair. No other actions were taken.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Wed Jun 11, 2025 · 19:00

Board of Commissioners

Board will consider creating a group to redesign Oakland County’s official flag.

The meeting will approve routine items such as minutes, proclamations, and appointments, and will consider several budget amendments, contracts, and grant applications. It will also act on a professional services contract for economic development and a purchase agreement for property on W. Walton Blvd. New business includes establishing a Flag Leadership and Advisory Group to guide a redesign of the county flag.

budgetinfrastructureeconomic-developmentpublic-healthflag-designlaw-enforcement
✓ Decided: Board approved $488,960.23 health lab relocation and multiple infrastructure projects

The Board authorized a $488,960.23 relocation of the Oakland County Health Lab to the Medical Examiners building and approved several other infrastructure appropriations, including a $333,256 roof replacement and $73,104 for a probate court e‑filing center. It also confirmed appointments to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, SMART Board, Chief Sustainability Officer, and the Tax Increment Financing District Review Committee. All listed actions were adopted by voice vote or recorded approval.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Invocation - Bob Hoffman
10 nay · 7 yea
Robert Hoffman yea · Karen Joliat yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Philip Weipert yea · Ann Erickson Gault nay · Marcia Gershenson nay · Brendan Johnson nay · Christine Long nay · Penny Luebs nay · Gwen Markham nay · William Miller III nay · Angela Powell nay · Linnie Taylor nay · David Woodward nay
Approval of Agenda [hoffman amendment]
10 nay · 7 yea
Robert Hoffman yea · Karen Joliat yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Philip Weipert yea · Ann Erickson Gault nay · Marcia Gershenson nay · Brendan Johnson nay · Christine Long nay · Penny Luebs nay · Gwen Markham nay · William Miller III nay · Angela Powell nay · Linnie Taylor nay · David Woodward nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jun 4, 2025 · 08:30

Ad Hoc Committee

Committee to review master plan updates for Novi and Lake Orion

The Coordinating Zoning Committee will meet to review local planning documents. The body is tasked with approving the staff review of the City of Novi Draft Master Plan Update and receiving a staff letter regarding a Lake Orion Master Plan Amendment.

zoningeconomic-developmentmaster-plannovilake-orion
✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes, agenda, and two economic development items

The Coordinating Zoning Committee approved the May 14, 2025 minutes and the agenda as presented. It also received and filed a Master Plan Amendment (County Code MP 25-06) and recommended support for the City of Novi Draft Master Plan Update (County Code MP 25-05). All motions passed unanimously.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Minutes
2 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea
Approval of Agenda
2 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea
Wed Jun 4, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

County recommends development agreement for parking decks in Pontiac

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will approve meeting minutes and agenda, then consider several budget and contract recommendations. Items include road improvement appropriations with Southfield and Groveland, a development agreement with Endeavour Pontiac Partners for parking decks, bond authorizations for drainage and water system improvements, and various facility and real‑estate contracts. Recommendations will be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners or Finance as indicated.

developmentbondsinfrastructureroadswaterfacilitiescontracts
✓ Decided: Committee forwarded development agreement for Pontiac parking decks to Finance

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee approved the meeting minutes and agenda unanimously. It recommended the tri‑party road improvement appropriations and a development agreement with Endeavour Pontiac Partners for parking decks, forwarding both to Finance. The committee also forwarded bond pledges and bond issuance resolutions for water infrastructure, and approved a professional services contract and a health‑lab relocation project.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Brendan Johnson yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed Jun 4, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to review Pontiac water system bonds and development agreements

The Finance Committee will consider several budget amendments and contracts for recommendation to the Board. Key items include funding for Pontiac infrastructure and updates to the county's 5-year benefits roadmap.

budgetinfrastructurebondspontiaccontractswater-resources
✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves development agreement and multiple bond actions

The committee recommended and approved a development agreement with Endeavour Pontiac Partners (4-3). It also approved several bond‑related actions, including pledging full faith for Oakland‑Macomb Interceptor Drain bonds and authorizing bonds for Pontiac water improvements. Additional approvals covered a contract amendment with Auger Klein Aller Architects, a health lab relocation, a roof replacement project, and IT and fiscal service recommendations.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Michael Spisz yea · David Woodward yea
Tue Jun 3, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Board to consider updates to the 5‑Year Benefits Roadmap for 2026‑2030

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will review several recommendations, including a benefits roadmap update for county employees, partnership agreements for park programs, and funding positions on state and federal programs. Items are presented for recommendation to the full Board of Commissioners. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and agenda items.

human-resourcesbenefitsparks-recreationcontractsbudgetlegislation
✓ Decided: Committee urged Michigan Legislature to increase 2-1-1 helpline funding

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved several recommendations, all passing unanimously. It forwarded the 5‑year benefits roadmap to Finance and recommended two Parks & Recreation partnerships. It also adopted three Board of Commissioners resolutions urging increased funding for the 2‑1‑1 helpline and opposing cuts to CDBG, HOME, and Medicaid programs.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Penny Luebs yea · Kristen Nelson yea
Tue Jun 3, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Public Health & Safety Committee to review grants and law enforcement contracts

The committee is reviewing several grant applications for court programs and health services. Members will also consider law enforcement service agreements for the Sheriff's Office and a gun buy-back program.

grantspublic-healthlaw-enforcementcourtshousing
✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes, agenda, and multiple grant recommendations

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the May 13, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It received and filed several communications and voted to recommend the Board approve numerous grant applications and agreements across courts, health services, and public services. The committee also postponed one Sheriff's Office item pending more information.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Michael Gingell yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Michael Spisz yea · David Woodward yea
Tue Jun 3, 2025 · 15:00

Standing Committee

Claims Review Committee to discuss legal counsel request

The Claims Review Committee will meet to discuss a request for legal counsel from outside county-approved firms. This item is scheduled for a closed session.

legal-counselcounty-governmentclaims-review
✓ Decided: Committee authorized Judge Hartig to retain attorney Donald Campbell

The Claims Review Committee approved its agenda unanimously. It voted to reconsider a request for legal counsel outside county‑approved firms and entered closed session to discuss that request and a judicial investigation. The committee then authorized Judge Kirsten Nielsen Hartig to retain Donald Campbell of Collins Einhorn Farrell and approved the May 6 2025 retainer agreement. The meeting adjourned at 4:36 PM.

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
David Woodward yea · Gwen Markham yea · Diana McBroom yea · Solon Phillips yea · Robert Erlenbeck yea
Tue May 27, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Materials Management Planning Committee meeting cancelled

The Materials Management Planning Committee meeting scheduled for May 27, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included standard procedural items such as the approval of minutes from February 24, 2025, and public comment.

cancelledcommitteeminutes
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Tue May 27, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Committee to approve request for outside legal counsel

The Claims Review Committee will vote on approving the minutes from the April 3, 2025 meeting and the meeting agenda. It will also consider and vote to approve a request for legal counsel from firms not pre‑approved by the county for the 52‑4 District Court in Troy. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the department recommendation.

legalgovernanceminutesagendapublic-comment
✓ Decided: Committee approved agenda and authorized legal retainer with unanimous votes

The Claims Review Committee approved its agenda unanimously (4-0-0). It also authorized Judge Kirsten Nielsen Hartig to retain Donald Campbell of Collins Einhorn Farrell for the Judicial Tenure Commission Investigation and approved the retainer agreement dated May 6, 2025, with a unanimous vote (4-0-0).

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Diana McBroom yea · Solon Phillips yea · Robert Erlenbeck yea
Fri May 23, 2025 · 09:00

Task Force

Board to discuss anti-trafficking proposal and law enforcement updates

The Human Trafficking Task Force will review workload updates from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office and Sheriff's Office, and discuss a proposed anti-trafficking initiative. The Board of Commissioners is scheduled to vote on the initiative.

human-traffickinglaw-enforcementboard-of-commissionerspublic-safetyagenda
✓ Decided: Task Force approved recommendation for $400,000 anti‑trafficking support

The Human Trafficking Task Force approved the minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting and the agenda for this session. Members voted to recommend that the Public Health and Safety Committee develop a $400,000 resolution to address immediate anti‑trafficking needs. The next task force meeting was tentatively set for June 17, 2025.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Karen Joliat yea · William Miller III yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Thu May 22, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Board will approve minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Democratic Caucus will meet on May 22, 2025 at 5 PM. The agenda consists of routine procedural steps, including approval of the minutes from the May 1, 2025 meeting. After that, the body will hold a discussion period and allow public comment on any topic. The meeting will then be adjourned.

minutespublic-commentprocedural
✓ Decided: Caucus approves minutes and adopts position on Pontiac renovation funding

The Democratic Caucus approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated May 1, 2025. It voted 9‑2 to adopt a caucus position on the Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee item for funding the renovation of 31 E Judson and 51111 Woodward Avenue in Pontiac. No other resolutions were decided; other items were announced for future introduction.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu May 22, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board reviews FY 2025 road improvement appropriations and related budget amendments

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2025 Local Road Improvement Program and consider several budget amendment items for Tri‑Party Road Improvement Programs with Madison Heights, Royal Oak, White Lake, Berkley and Brandon. Additional agenda items include funding for renovations at 31 E Judson and 51111 Woodward Avenue in Pontiac and a proposal to authorize a forensic audit of county fiscal controls and capital projects.

road-improvementbudgetinfrastructurepublic-hearingfinanceinterlocal-agreement
✓ Decided: Board approved $190,000 road improvement transfer to Madison Heights

The Board approved the May 1 minutes and the agenda as presented. It authorized several Tri‑Party Road Improvement Program transfers, including $190,000 for Madison Heights and $25,172 for Royal Oak. The Board also approved a $114,077 grant for the Resource Matcher Program with Oakland University and confirmed appointments to two advisory councils. All motions passed with a sufficient majority.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
16 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Consent Agenda
16 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Wed May 14, 2025 · 08:30

Ad Hoc Committee

Committee will approve minutes, agenda, and two economic development reviews.

The Coordinating Zoning Committee will consider approving the April 2, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It will also vote to approve staff reviews of the City of Clawson draft master plan update and of an Orion Township rezoning that would change land from Suburban Farm to Suburban Ranch. Public comment will be allowed before and after the regular agenda.

zoningeconomic-developmentplanningmaster-planrezoningpublic-comment
✓ Decided: Committee approved support for Clawson master plan and Orion rezoning

The Coordinating Zoning Committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting and the agenda as presented. The committee voted to recommend support for the City of Clawson Draft Master Plan Update. It also voted to recommend support for Orion Township's rezoning of properties from Suburban Farm to Suburban Ranch. All motions passed unanimously (3-0-0).

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed May 14, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Committee reviews road improvement funding and Pontiac property renovations

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee is considering several budget appropriations for the Tri-Party and Local Road Improvement Programs. The body will also review funding for renovations at two Pontiac addresses and a program with Oakland University.

roadsbudgeteconomic-developmentpontiacinfrastructure
✓ Decided: Committee approved funding for renovation of 31 E Judson and 51111 Woodward Ave

The committee approved the April 23 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda unanimously. It approved several tri‑party road improvement appropriations and forwarded funding for the Resource Matcher Program and the Local Road Improvement Program. By a 4‑1 vote, the committee approved funding for renovating 31 E Judson and 51111 Woodward Avenue in Pontiac. It also authorized Parks & Recreation to negotiate property purchases in closed session.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Brendan Johnson yea · Gwen Markham yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed May 14, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Finance Committee to review 2025 tax rate requests and building renovations

The Finance Committee is meeting to recommend actions to the Board regarding tax millage rates and funding for renovations at 31 E Judson and 51111 Woodward Avenue in Pontiac. The body will also consider grant acceptances, a Sheriff's Office fleet expansion, and various community event sponsorships.

budgettaxesinfrastructuregrantspublic-safety
✓ Decided: Committee approved funding for Pontiac renovation projects and multiple board actions

The Finance Committee approved the April 23, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It adopted several communications and approved an appropriation for renovating 31 E Judson and 51111 Woodward Avenue in Pontiac, including an amended motion. The committee also approved a health services amendment, a sheriff's office grant and fleet expansion, a tax‑rate request, and endorsed sponsorship of various community events.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea
Wed May 14, 2025 · 12:30

Subcommittee

Board reviews FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

The Audit Subcommittee will approve the November 13, 2024 meeting minutes and the agenda. It will receive and file the Board of Commissioners' FY 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. Two public comment periods are scheduled, one limited to agenda items and one open to any topic. The meeting will conclude with other business and adjournment.

financereportingpublic-commentminutesagenda
✓ Decided: Audit Subcommittee approves minutes, agenda, and audit results

The Audit Subcommittee approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated November 13, 2024. The committee also approved the meeting agenda as presented. Finally, the subcommittee voted to receive and file the Oakland County Audit Results for September 30, 2024.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
2 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea
Tue May 13, 2025 · 11:30

Ad Hoc Committee

Safer Communities Committee to discuss gun violence prevention and budget

The Oakland County Safer Communities Ad Hoc Committee will review the FY 2025 budget update. The body will also discuss gun violence prevention education and school resource officers.

public-safetybudgetgun-violenceeducationschools
✓ Decided: Committee approves $10,000 grant to Disarmory Ministries for gun buybacks

The Oakland County Safer Communities Ad Hoc Committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2024 Board of Commissioners meeting and the amended agenda, each by a unanimous 4‑0‑0 vote. The committee also moved to receive and file Commissioner Cavell's resignation notice. Finally, it approved a one‑time $10,000 allocation from the FY 2025 Safer Communities Fund to Disarmory Ministries to support gun‑buyback and disposal events.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Angela Powell yea · Timothy Willis yea
Tue May 13, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Sheriff’s Office grant acceptance for FY 2025 Law Enforcement Distribution Program

The Public Health & Safety Committee will approve the April 22, 2025 minutes and the agenda, hear updates from senior services, and review several grant applications and interlocal agreements. Members will recommend to the Board various grant requests for district courts, health services, and the sheriff’s office, as well as a precision‑driving training agreement with the City of Southfield. The committee will also discuss ARPA reports and other public service updates before adjourning.

public-healthsafetygrantsinterlocal-agreementscourtssheriffhealth-services
✓ Decided: Committee approved Sheriff’s Office grant and training agreements

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the April 22 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It received and filed several communications reports and recommended Board actions on grant applications for the Novi District Court and Health & Human Services programs. The committee approved the Sheriff’s Office interlocal agreement with Southfield, the FY 2025 law‑enforcement grant, and the FY 2026 automobile‑theft prevention grant, forwarding other Sheriff’s Office items to Finance. All motions passed unanimously except one dissent on the Sheriff’s Office grant recommendation.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Angela Powell yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue May 13, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Committee considers planning for county facilities at Bicentennial Oaks Park

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will review recommendations for the Board of Commissioners. Key items include a salary administration report and parks grants.

parks-and-recreationgovernment-operationshuman-resourcesgrantscounty-facilities
✓ Decided: Committee approved planning for county facilities at Bicentennial Oaks Park

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved the minutes from the April 22, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting and the agenda for this session, both unanimously. It recommended the Human Resources Salary Administration Plan 2nd Quarterly Report for FY 2025 to the Board, also unanimously. The committee accepted the FY 2025 Michigan Invasive Species Grant and authorized preliminary planning to locate county facilities at the Bicentennial Oaks Park site, each with unanimous support.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Wed May 7, 2025 · 11:00

Special Committee

Committee to review 2025 Local Road Improvement Program applications

The Local Road Improvement Program Special Committee will meet to review applications for the 2025 program. The committee is required to report its findings to the Economic Development & Infrastructure committee.

roadsinfrastructuretransportation
✓ Decided: Committee approved 2025 Local Road Improvement Program applications

The Special Committee approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting. It also approved its agenda as presented. The committee voted to approve the 2025 Local Road Improvement Program applications and to forward them to the Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee.

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea
Thu May 1, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers marine patrol agreements and new public works building

The Board of Commissioners will discuss interlocal agreements for Sheriff's Office marine patrol services across multiple townships and cities. The body is also reviewing plans for a new public works building at Bicentennial Oaks Park and various grant acceptances.

public-workslaw-enforcementinfrastructurebudgettransportation
✓ Decided: Board approves multiple grant funds and $250K infrastructure upgrade

The board authorized several grant applications, including a $149,916 veterans services grant, a $333,872 nutrition grant, and a $432,036 medical marijuana grant. It also approved a $250,033 upgrade to elevator buttons and controls at the IT Lobby and Courthouse. Additional actions included extending the AVI‑SPL video‑conferencing contract with a $472,000 increase, and allocating $10,000 each to the HIRE! Pontiac program and the Pontiac Growing to Live community garden. A $39,000 transfer from the animal shelter legacy fund was also approved.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
18 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Michael Gingell yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Angela Powell yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Thu May 1, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Board approves April 10 minutes and holds routine caucus meeting

The Majority Caucus will approve the minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural steps such as call to order, roll call, public comment, and adjournment. No substantive policy items are listed.

minutesproceduralcaucus
✓ Decided: Democratic Caucus approved April 10, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes

The Oakland County Democratic Caucus met on May 1, 2025 and approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated April 10, 2025. The motion was moved by Linnie Taylor, seconded by Penny Luebs, and passed by a sufficient majority. The meeting also included discussion of budget contracts, a new public works building, and several upcoming resolutions, but no additional actions were formally decided.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Tue Apr 29, 2025 · 09:00

General

Art Authority to resolve levy and collection of 2025 millage

The Oakland County Art Institute Authority will review the Detroit Institute of Arts 2024 year-end report and Plante Moran procedures. The body is also scheduled to act on a resolution regarding the 2025 millage levy and collection.

artsmillagetaxesdetroit-institute-of-arts
✓ Decided: Authority approved the 2025 millage levy and tax rate resolution

The board approved the minutes from the January 29, 2025 meeting and the meeting agenda. It adopted the administrative calendar for calendar year 2025 and approved several reports, including the DIA board report, the 2024 Year End Report, the Plante Moran 2024 Agreed Upon Procedures, and the Treasurer’s Report. The Authority also approved the resolution for the 2025 millage levy and the accompanying tax‑rate request.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Thu Apr 24, 2025 · 11:00

Human Trafficking Task Force

Task Force discusses recent human trafficking arrests and training plans

The Human Trafficking Task Force will review its current caseload and workload. Members will discuss plans for upcoming training events on human trafficking. The Sheriff’s Office will provide an update on recent arrests, and the Board of Commissioners will give updates from the Madison Heights Special Investigations Unit and future meeting schedules.

human-traffickinglaw-enforcementtrainingboard-of-commissionerspublic-meeting
✓ Decided: Task Force unanimously approved minutes and agenda

The Human Trafficking Task Force unanimously approved the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes. They also unanimously approved the agenda as presented. No other motions were taken; the meeting included updates and a tentative date for the next meeting.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
William Miller III yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea
Wed Apr 23, 2025 · 12:30

Ad Hoc Committee

Committee to review Lyon Township DDA plan amendment

The Tax Increment Financing District Review Policy Ad Hoc Review Committee will meet to elect officers and review specific district matters. The body will consider a plan amendment for Lyon Township and receive information regarding a public hearing notice for Keego Harbor.

tax-increment-financinglyon-townshipkeego-harboreconomic-development
✓ Decided: Committee postpones officer elections and approves minutes, agenda, and communications

The committee approved the May 14, 2024 board minutes and the meeting agenda unanimously. Members voted 8‑0‑0 to postpone the election of officers to the next committee meeting. The committee also approved receiving and filing two public‑hearing notices. No other actions were taken.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
8 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Christine Long yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · David Woodward yea · Robert Wittenberg yea · Terry Schultz yea · Bret Rasegan yea · William DeBiasi yea
Wed Apr 23, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

Committee will consider the FY 2024 Deficit Elimination Plan

The Finance Committee will review and recommend the Fiscal Year 2024 Deficit Elimination Plan. It will also discuss a standard contract for property assessment services, IT lobby and courthouse elevator upgrades, and several grant acceptances. Additional items include budget amendments for Woodward Dream Cruise signage and forfeited funds, and support for community programs.

budgetgrantsitproperty-assessmentinfrastructure
✓ Decided: Finance Committee approved standard contract and rates for property assessment services

The committee voted to adopt a standard contract and rates for real and personal property assessment administration services, passing the main motion 5‑3‑0 after two amendment proposals failed. The approval follows recommendations from Management & Budget and includes a four‑percent rate increase for a twelve‑month term. Several other items were also approved, such as the FY 2024 deficit elimination plan and various board recommendations.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
8 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea
Wed Apr 23, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Committee reviews public works building and gas main easement

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will consider recommendations for a new public works building and a gas main realignment. The body will also review grant applications for veterans services and courthouse elevator upgrades.

economic-developmentinfrastructurepublic-worksveterans-servicesfacilities-management
✓ Decided: Committee approved easement for high‑pressure gas main realignment

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee approved the minutes and agenda, received and filed several communications, and recommended a veterans services grant exception. It also forwarded an IT lobby and courthouse elevator upgrade to Finance and approved a Consumers Energy easement for a high‑pressure gas main realignment. A substitute Johnson Amendment motion failed, while the main motion on the water resources recommendation passed.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Brendan Johnson yea · Gwen Markham yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea
Tue Apr 22, 2025 · 11:30

Ad Hoc Committee

Oakland County Safer Communities meeting cancelled

The Oakland County Safer Communities Ad Hoc Committee meeting scheduled for April 22, 2025 was cancelled. Consequently, none of the listed agenda items—including the FY 2025 budget update, gun‑violence discussion, advertising partnership with Disarmory Ministries, and the LightsOn program—were acted upon.

budgetpublic-safetygun-violencecommunity-partnerships
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy
Tue Apr 22, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Sheriff’s Office to set rates for marine patrol services for 2025‑2027

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider a resolution to establish marine patrol services agreement rates for May 1 2025 through December 31 2027. It will also review several grant acceptances and budget amendments, including a medical marijuana oversight grant and a transfer of funds from the Pet Adoption Legacy Fund. Additionally, the committee will recommend interlocal agreements with multiple townships and cities for marine patrol services.

public-safetymarine-patrolbudgetgrantsinterlocal-agreementshealth
✓ Decided: Committee approves marine patrol rates and multiple interlocal agreements

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the April 1 Board of Commissioners minutes and the agenda. It received and filed OCHN ARPA reports, forwarded health‑grant actions to Finance, and recommended a fund transfer for the animal shelter. The Sheriff’s Office marine patrol service rates were approved with a 4‑1 vote, and a consent agenda adopting interlocal marine patrol agreements with 13 municipalities passed unanimously.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Penny Luebs yea · Angela Powell yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Apr 22, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Committee considers transportation funding and farmers' market relocation

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will discuss relocating the farmers' market to Bicentennial Oaks Park. Members will also review recommendations for state transportation funding and a merit rule update for personal leave.

transportationgrantsparkspersonnel-policystate-legislation
✓ Decided: Committee approved resolution supporting full funding of local bus operations in FY 2026

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee approved several board recommendations, including a resolution to fully fund local bus operations for Michigan's FY 2026 budget (6‑0‑0). It also passed a resolution supporting Michigan House Bill 4210 for transportation infrastructure funding (4‑2‑0) and a resolution urging the governor to grant a pardon for Temujin Kensu (6‑0‑0). All other routine items such as minutes, agenda, and departmental recommendations were approved unanimously.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Karen Joliat yea · Penny Luebs yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Materials Management Planning Committee meeting cancelled

The Materials Management Planning Committee meeting scheduled for April 21, 2025, was cancelled. No substantive items were decided or discussed.

cancelled-meetingmaterials-management
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy
Thu Apr 10, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Public hearings on Presbyterian Village Oakland Woods III brownfield redevelopment plans

The Board will approve the March 18, 2025 minutes and the agenda, then hold public hearings on two brownfield redevelopment plans for Presbyterian Village Oakland Woods III (4% and 9% plans) in Pontiac. Commissioners will receive and file several proclamations and a health network update. The meeting includes reports on road‑improvement appropriations with Addison, Southfield and Highland, bond issuances for the Evergreen‑Farmington drainage district and Pontiac water system, and a revision of the 2025‑2027 Standard Law Enforcement Services Agreements.

brownfieldroadsbondspublic-hearingfinancehealthlaw-enforcement
✓ Decided: Board pledged County’s full faith and credit for Evergreen‑Farmington Drain bonds

The Board approved the March 18 minutes and the agenda as presented. It authorized transfers of Tri‑Party Road Improvement Program funds: $18,570 to Addison Township, $100,433 to the City of Southfield, and $37,872 to the Charter Township of Highland. By a 25‑8 vote, the Board pledged Oakland County’s full faith and credit to issue up to $14 million of bonds for the Evergreen‑Farmington Sanitary Drain Phase II project.

Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda [hofffman amendment]
9 nay · 8 yea
Robert Hoffman yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Robert Smiley yea · Michael Spisz yea · Philip Weipert yea · Ann Erickson Gault nay · Marcia Gershenson nay · Brendan Johnson nay · Gwen Markham nay · William Miller III nay · Angela Powell nay · Yolanda Smith Charles nay · Linnie Taylor nay · David Woodward nay
Public Comment [reconsidering the vote on item 16 a]
10 yea · 6 nay · 1 abstain
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea · Robert Hoffman nay · Karen Joliat nay · Christine Long nay · Robert Smiley nay · Michael Spisz nay · Philip Weipert nay · Kristen Nelson abstain
Public Comment [Woodward amendment to strike the Hoffman amendment]
10 yea · 6 nay · 1 abstain
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea · Robert Hoffman nay · Karen Joliat nay · Christine Long nay · Robert Smiley nay · Michael Spisz nay · Philip Weipert nay · Kristen Nelson abstain
Public Comment [adopt item 16 a as amended]
10 yea · 7 nay
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea · Robert Hoffman nay · Karen Joliat nay · Christine Long nay · Kristen Nelson nay · Robert Smiley nay · Michael Spisz nay · Philip Weipert nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Apr 10, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Oakland County Democratic Caucus meeting scheduled for April 10, 2025

The Democratic Caucus will meet to approve minutes from March 18, 2025, and hold a session for discussion items. The agenda is primarily procedural.

oakland-countydemocratic-caucusprocedural
✓ Decided: Democratic Caucus approved March 18 board meeting minutes

The Democratic Caucus approved the Board of Commissioners minutes dated March 18, 2025. The motion was moved by Linnie Taylor, seconded by Ann Erickson Gault, and passed with a sufficient majority. No other formal actions were taken during the meeting.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
Thu Apr 10, 2025 · 15:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Oakland County Transit committee meets to review quarterly reports and transit plans

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee will review quarterly reports from local transit providers and SMART, discuss the Community Transit Plan Update, and review the MDOT M-1 Woodward Avenue Corridor Plan.

transitplanningsmartoakland-countycommitteereporting
✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved minutes and agenda

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee approved the February 11, 2025 minutes with a 4‑0‑0 vote. The committee also approved the meeting agenda by a 4‑0‑0 vote. A quorum was later confirmed at 4:00 p.m., and the meeting adjourned at 4:43 p.m.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Marcia Gershenson yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Wed Apr 2, 2025 · 08:30

Subcommittee

Committee reviews draft master plan updates for Royal Oak and Pontiac

The Coordinating Zoning Committee will meet to review and potentially approve staff reviews of draft master plan updates. These updates concern the cities of Royal Oak and Pontiac.

zoningeconomic-developmentroyal-oakpontiacmaster-plan
✓ Decided: Committee approved Royal Oak and Pontiac draft master plan updates as consistent

The Coordinating Zoning Committee approved the minutes from March 18, 2025 and the meeting agenda. It voted that the Royal Oak Draft Master Plan Update is not inconsistent with adjacent communities' plans. It also voted that the City of Pontiac Draft Master Plan Update is not inconsistent with adjacent communities' plans. All motions passed unanimously.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
2 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed Apr 2, 2025 · 12:30

Standing Committee

Committee will enter closed session to discuss People v Juwan Deering

The Claims Review Committee will approve the minutes from February 20, 2025, and adopt the agenda for this meeting. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker on agenda items, followed by a separate public comment period for any topic. The committee will then enter a closed session to discuss the case People v Juwan Deering, presented by Principal Attorney Betsey Hage. The meeting will conclude with any other business and adjournment.

minutesagendapublic-commentclosed-sessionlegal-case
✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes, agenda and amended counsel engagement

The Claims Review Committee approved the February 20, 2025 Board of Commissioners minutes and the meeting agenda. It entered a closed session to discuss People v. Juwan Deering. The committee amended the outside‑counsel engagement, moving representation to the Miller Firm and expanding its scope. All motions passed unanimously.

Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Diana McBroom yea · Solon Phillips yea · Robert Erlenbeck yea
Wed Apr 2, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

County to recommend bonds for Evergreen‑Farmington sanitary drain improvements

The Finance Committee will consider and recommend to the Board several financial actions, including a grant application for the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission, continuation of the 9‑1‑1 charge rate, the 2025 Equalization Report, a bond issue for the Evergreen‑Farmington Sanitary Drain District, and brownfield redevelopment plans in Pontiac. The committee will also discuss allocation of opioid settlement funding and receive updates from multiple county departments.

bondswater-resourcesopioid-settlement911indigent-defensebrownfieldeconomic-development
✓ Decided: Committee approved bond issuance for Evergreen‑Farmington Drainage District

The Finance Committee approved its minutes and agenda unanimously. It recommended several actions to the Board, including a bond pledge for the Evergreen‑Farmington Sanitary Drain Drainage District, an indigent defense grant, continuation of the 9‑1‑1 charge rate, and allocation of opioid settlement funds. All recommendations were adopted with a 7‑0‑0 vote.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Wed Apr 2, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

County recommends bond issuances for Evergreen-Farmington Drain and Pontiac water system

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will consider several financial and development actions. It will recommend bond issuances to fund improvements to the Evergreen‑Farmington Sanitary Drain District and the City of Pontiac water distribution system. It will also recommend tri‑party road improvement appropriations with the townships of Addison, Southfield, and Highland, and forward brownfield redevelopment plans for Presbyterian Village to finance officials. Additional items include an airport easement acquisition and a utility easement at Glen Oaks Golf Course.

bondsroad-improvementbrownfieldairportutilities
✓ Decided: Committee approved FY2025 road‑improvement appropriations for three municipalities

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee approved the March 12, 2025 Board minutes and the meeting agenda. It accepted a grant application for the Unlocking Capital on Main Street program and approved FY2025 appropriations for tri‑party road improvement projects with Addison, Southfield, and Highland. The committee also forwarded two bond‑related resolutions to Finance and received a redevelopment project update.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · cached copy · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Brendan Johnson yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea
Tue Apr 1, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Board will approve March 11 minutes and hear Acorn2Oak program update

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will meet on April 1, 2025. The agenda includes approval of the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes and approval of the agenda. The Executive's Office will present an update on the Acorn2Oak program. The meeting also provides time for public comment and other business.

minutesagendaprogram-updatepublic-commentlegislative-affairs
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Tue Apr 1, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Public Health & Safety Committee to review grants and opioid settlement funding

The committee will consider several grant applications and acceptances for health services. Members will also review a request to allocate opioid settlement funding and an agreement for a Behavioral Health and Justice Liaison.

public-healthgrantsopioidsbehavioral-healthanimal-shelter
✓ Decided: Committee approved health grant recommendations and opioid settlement allocation

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved the minutes from March 11 and March 18, 2025, and adopted its agenda. It received and filed a set of communications items. The committee recommended the Board approve five health‑grant applications and forward the opioid settlement funding request to Finance. It also recommended the Board adopt an interlocal agreement for a behavioral health and justice liaison.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Michael Gingell yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Wed Mar 26, 2025 · 09:00

Human Trafficking Task Force

Board discusses 2024 training, recent arrest, and future task force strategies

The Human Trafficking Task Force will receive updates on the 2024 training event and a recent cross‑jurisdictional arrest. Members will discuss strategies and activities for the task force and set future meeting dates. All items are for discussion, not formal action.

human-traffickingboard-of-commissionerstrainingarrestsstrategymeetings
✓ Decided: Task Force approved its agenda unanimously

The Human Trafficking Task Force approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0‑0 vote. No other motions were taken. Members received updates on a 2024 training event and recent cross‑jurisdictional arrests, and discussed future strategies. The next meeting was tentatively scheduled for April 24, 2025 at 11:00 a.m.

Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Karen Joliat yea · William Miller III yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea
Tue Mar 25, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Materials Management Planning Committee meeting cancelled

The meeting scheduled for March 25, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate items.

proceduralcancelled
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Tue Mar 18, 2025 · 08:30

Majority Caucus

Board approves minutes from March 6, 2025 meeting

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Democratic Caucus will approve the minutes from the March 6, 2025 meeting. It will also hold a discussion period on unspecified items and allow public comment. The meeting concludes with adjournment.

minutesproceduralcaucuspublic-comment
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Mar 18, 2025 · 08:30

Standing Committee

Committee considers reassigning Children’s Village Medical Clinic operations

The Public Health & Safety Committee will meet to discuss a staffing modification. The body is considering a recommendation to the Board regarding the reassignment of Children’s Village Medical Clinic Service Operations.

public-healthstaffingmedical-clinicgovernment-operations
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea
Tue Mar 18, 2025 · 09:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to approve stormwater pumping station agreement with City of Sylvan Lake

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will approve the March 6 minutes and the meeting agenda. Commissioners will consider several interlocal agreements, contracts, grants and staffing actions, including a stormwater pumping station operation and maintenance agreement with the City of Sylvan Lake. Additional items include grant acceptances, lease amendments, and the sponsorship of the 5th Annual Madison Heights Juneteenth Festival.

interlocal-agreementcontractgrantstaffingcommunity-eventsinfrastructurepublic-safety
Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
15 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Angela Powell yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Tue Mar 18, 2025 · 10:30

Ad Hoc Committee

Board to approve rezoning of Bloomfield B‑2 business area to multiple‑family residential

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will consider routine items such as approving the February 4, 2025 minutes and the meeting agenda. It will also review a staff letter to the City of Sterling Heights. The key action is the approval of a rezoning that changes a B‑2 Community Business zone to RM Multiple Family Residential in the Charter Township of Bloomfield, adjacent to Auburn Hills.

zoningeconomic-developmentplanningresidentialboard
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed Mar 12, 2025 · 08:45

Ad Hoc Committee

Board approves 2025 Local Road Improvement Program policies and allocations

The Local Road Improvement Program Special Committee will consider and vote on several items related to the 2025 program, including adoption of the program policy, allocation of distribution funds, approval of the application process, and the cost participation agreement. All items require approval by the Board of Commissioners. The meeting also includes standard procedural items and a public comment period.

local-road-improvementbudgettransportationpolicyboard-of-commissioners
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea
Wed Mar 12, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Board to consider stormwater pumping station agreement with Sylvan Lake

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will recommend several actions to the Board of Commissioners. Items include an interlocal agreement for stormwater pumping station operation and maintenance with the City of Sylvan Lake, a contract for the Urban Main Targets of Opportunity Grant Program and subrecipient agreement, and an amendment to the FY 2025 County Veterans Service Fund Grant with the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. The committee will also recommend an amendment to the Hangar Space Lease with Midfield Management, LLC for the Sheriff's Office Aviation Unit and will enter a closed session to discuss a request to negotiate the purchase of property.

economic-developmentwater-resourcesveteransfacilities-managementleasesgrantsclosed-session
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Brendan Johnson yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed Mar 12, 2025 · 11:00

Standing Committee

County to consider contract with RapidSOS for emergency communications

The Finance Committee will review and recommend several items to the Board of Commissioners, including a budget amendment for the Rx Kids program, creation of two seasonal law clerk intern positions for the Public Defender's Office, and a sponsorship of the 5th Annual Madison Heights Juneteenth Festival. The committee will also consider an amendment to the Information Technology Government‑to‑Government program, a contract with RapidSOS for the Emergency Communications & Operations Division, and various grant amendments and a Great Lakes grant acceptance. Minutes from the February 26, 2025 meeting and the agenda will be approved before public comment.

financecontractsstaffinggrantspublic-safetyhealthinformation-technology
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Mar 11, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Committee reviews grant acceptances and merit rule amendments

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will consider several grant acceptances for the Clerk/Register of Deeds and Parks & Recreation. The body will also review an amendment to the Merit Rule 20 regarding education assistance and an appointment to the Oakland Community Health Network Board.

grantshuman-resourcesparks-and-recreationappointmentsgovernment-operations
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Penny Luebs yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Mar 11, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Sheriff's Office contract with RapidSOS for emergency communications

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider several grant applications and contract proposals. Items include a grant to the Michigan Department of State Police for hazardous materials preparedness, a contract with RapidSOS for the Emergency Communications & Operations Division, and a grant to FEMA for the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Project. The committee will also review an amendment to overtime reimbursement for the Joint Terrorism Task Force and a staffing reassignment of the Children’s Village Medical Clinic.

public-healthsafetygrantscontractsemergency-communicationsjudiciaryinfrastructure
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Penny Luebs yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · David Woodward yea
Thu Mar 6, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Board approves February 11 minutes and holds general discussion

The Board will vote to approve the meeting minutes from February 11, 2025. It will also hold a discussion period for any items the members wish to raise. Public comment is limited to agenda items first, then open topics. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

minutespublic-commentproceduralboard
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Mar 6, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Oakland County Board considers transit agreements and public safety contracts

The Board of Commissioners will review several interlocal agreements regarding public transportation and law enforcement services. The body is also considering resolutions for park regulations and water resource management.

transitpublic-safetyparks-and-recreationenvironmentinterlocal-agreements
Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
17 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Angela Powell yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Wed Feb 26, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Board will consider a resolution for the Building Safety Dispatch Renovations Project

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will recommend several actions to the Board, including a resolution to set a normal lake level for Clarkston Mill Pond and a resolution for the Building Safety Dispatch Renovations Project. It will also review interlocal agreements for household hazardous waste management, transit award recommendations, and a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. Public comment will be allowed on any agenda items.

water-resourceshazardous-wastebuilding-safetytransitgrants
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed Feb 26, 2025 · 11:00

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review tax, investment, and grant reports

The Oakland County Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, review quarterly financial reports, and discuss federal grant funding. The committee will also consider a contract with the Fort Gratiot Fire Department.

financebudgettaxescontractsgrantsreporting
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Feb 25, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Committee to recommend 2025 Parks & Recreation Rules and Habitat Funding

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will approve the minutes from February 4, 2025, and adopt the 2025 Oakland County Parks and Recreation Rules and Regulations. It will also recommend funding for the Community Habitat Improvement Program. The board will discuss an appointment to the Oakland Community Health Network. An informational presentation on the Oakland Talking Books Annual Report will be provided.

parks-recreationhabitat-fundinghealthappointmentsminutes
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Feb 25, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Sheriff’s Office interlocal agreements recommended for adoption

The Public Health & Safety Committee will consider several Sheriff’s Office interlocal agreements, including an amendment to the 2025‑2027 Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the Township of Addison, a Police Dispatch Service Agreement with the Huron‑Clinton Metropolitan Authority, and a Human Trafficking Task Force agreement with Madison Heights and Southfield. The committee will also review a Memorandum of Understanding between the Oakland County Health Division and the Oakland Community Health Network for access services. Recommendations on these items will be presented to the Board of Commissioners.

law-enforcementinterlocal-agreementshealth-servicespublic-healthboard-committee
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Angela Powell yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Mon Feb 24, 2025 · 09:00

Materials Management Planning Committee

Board considers EGLE Materials Management Planning Grant application

The Materials Management Planning Committee will elect a chair and vice‑chair for 2025, select a consultant for the program, and consider a grant application to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. The committee will also hear a request from the City of Fenton to be excluded from the county’s Materials Management Plan and discuss meeting dates and municipal proposals. These items will be reported to the Economic Development & Infrastructure department.

economic-developmentgrantmaterials-managementplanningelectionsconsultantfenton
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Feb 20, 2025 · 12:45

Standing Committee

Claims Review Committee to discuss aviation-related litigation

The Claims Review Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and enter a closed session. The closed session will address the case of Contact Aviation and Fanaero Properties, LLC v County of Oakland.

legal-claimslitigationaviation
Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Diana McBroom yea · Solon Phillips yea · Robert Erlenbeck yea
Tue Feb 11, 2025 · 16:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Oakland County Transit Committee to review SMART contracts and transit awards

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee will review quarterly reports and consider resolutions to amend a contract with SMART and recommend transit awards. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes.

transitsmartcontractsawardscommitteeminutespublic-comment
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
4 yea
Marcia Gershenson yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Tue Feb 11, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Oakland County Democratic Caucus meeting scheduled for February 11

The Democratic Caucus will meet to approve minutes from January 23, 2025, and hold discussion items. The agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate.

proceduralcounty-governmentoakland-county
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Tue Feb 11, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to hold public hearing on Carlisle Townhomes Brownfield Plan

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing and consider a Brownfield Plan for Carlisle Townhomes in Pontiac. The meeting includes votes on airport land leases, grant acceptances for the Sheriff's Office, and budget amendments for ARPA funds.

brownfieldzoningaviationbudgetpublic-safetygrants
Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
18 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Michael Gingell yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · William Miller III yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Angela Powell yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Wed Feb 5, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Board to consider lease of airport land to BARK Investments, LLC

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will review several proposals. Items include renewing the Oakland County Microloan Program, a brownfield plan for Carlisle Townhomes at 204 W. New York in Pontiac, and two airport land lease agreements. The committee will recommend the lease and sublease agreements to the full Board for approval.

economic-developmentleasesbrownfieldmicroloanaviation
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Brendan Johnson yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed Feb 5, 2025 · 11:00

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review ARPA funds and Brownfield plan for Pontiac townhomes

The Finance Committee will consider recommendations for the Board regarding the appropriation of American Rescue Plan Act funds and a Brownfield plan for Carlisle Townhomes. The body will also review several grant acceptances and a microloan program renewal.

budgetbrownfieldgrantseconomic-developmentpublic-safety
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Feb 4, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Oakland County committee to review HR salary plans and grant recommendations

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will review quarterly reports on a salary administration plan and consider recommendations for various parks and recreation grants and interlocal agreements. The committee will also vote on appointing a member to the Oakland Community Health Network.

governmenthrparksgrantsappointmentsoakland-county
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Penny Luebs yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Feb 4, 2025 · 10:30

Board of Commissioners

Board to consider multiple Sheriff’s Office grant approvals and SWAT interlocal agreements

The Board will approve the minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting and adopt the agenda. It will receive quarterly and annual reports from various public services. The Board will consider several grant recommendations from the Sheriff’s Office, the Circuit Court, and Health & Human Services, as well as interlocal agreements for the Sheriff's Office SWAT team. Recommendations will be forwarded to Finance or voted on by the Board as indicated.

grantslaw-enforcementsafetyinterlocal-agreementspublic-health
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
7 yea
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Michael Gingell yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Angela Powell yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Tue Feb 4, 2025 · 13:00

Standing Committee

Board to approve Pleasant Ridge Master Plan update

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will consider several routine items, including approval of the December 4, 2024 meeting minutes and the agenda. The committee will review economic‑development communications, specifically a waiver period review for the Highland Township Master Plan (MP 24-10). The primary decision is to approve the City of Pleasant Ridge Master Plan update (County Code MP 25-01). Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the regular agenda.

zoningeconomic-developmentplanningmaster-planboardpublic-comment
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
3 yea
Gwen Markham yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Philip Weipert yea
Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 16:00

Ad Hoc Committee

Oakland County Transit Committee meeting cancelled

The Oakland County Transit Ad Hoc Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, February 3, 2025, was cancelled.

transitcancelledoakland-countymeeting
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Wed Jan 29, 2025 · 09:00

General

Oakland County Art Institute Authority will appoint a new executive and elect officers

The Authority will consider the appointment of James Cristbrook as its executive. Members will elect a Chair, Vice‑Chair, and Secretary. The board will review a proposed amendment to the BOC Admin Services Contract (Amendment 2024‑4817) and hear reports from the Treasurer and a DIA board appointee. The meeting will also set dates for 2025 and address any new business.

governanceappointmentscontractsfinanceboard
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Thu Jan 23, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Board approves minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Democratic Caucus will approve the minutes from its January 13, 2025 meeting. The agenda also includes public comment periods and standard procedural steps before adjourning.

minutespublic-commentprocedural
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Thu Jan 23, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on purchase of vacant land on Walton Blvd in Pontiac

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a purchase agreement for vacant land on Walton Blvd in Pontiac. Other agenda items include a salary schedule adjustment for Water Resources Commissioners, a Brownfield Consortium agreement with the City of Southfield, an extension of a legal research contract with Thomson, and the creation of five Accountant III positions. The meeting also includes grant applications for public safety and environmental programs.

real-estategrantsstaffingeconomic-developmentpublic-healthfinance
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
18 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Michael Gingell yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Angela Powell yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 09:30

Standing Committee

Committee will consider land purchase on Walton Blvd and brownfield grant agreements

The Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee will review several recommendations. Items include a salary schedule adjustment for Water Resources Commissioner classifications, a contract for Brownfield Consortium Agreements with the City of Southfield and the Community Housing Network funded by a USEPA grant, and a purchase agreement for vacant land on Walton Blvd in Pontiac. The committee will recommend each item to the Board of Commissioners.

economic-developmentwater-resourcesreal-estatebrownfieldland-purchasegrant
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Brendan Johnson yea · Gwen Markham yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 11:00

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review legal research contract and staffing changes

The Oakland County Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from December 4, 2024, and consider department recommendations including a contract extension with Thomson Legal Research and the creation of five Accountant III positions.

financestaffingcontractsminutespublic-commentoakland-county
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea
Christine Long yea · Gwen Markham yea · Angela Powell yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 14:15

Standing Committee

Claims Review Committee to elect officers and discuss outside counsel

The Claims Review Committee will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also enter closed sessions to discuss engaging outside counsel for FOIA matters and the Wellpath bankruptcy.

committee-electionslegal-counselfoiabankruptcy
Pernick-Aaron Conference Room, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
David Woodward yea · Gwen Markham yea · Diana McBroom yea · Solon Phillips yea · Robert Erlenbeck yea
Tue Jan 14, 2025 · 09:00

Standing Committee

Oakland County Board of Commissioners meeting cancelled

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included items such as the approval of minutes, recommendations from various departments, and public comment periods.

cancelledoakland-countyboard-of-commissionerslegislative-affairsgovernment-operationspublic-comment
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official)
Tue Jan 14, 2025 · 10:30

Standing Committee

Public Health & Safety Committee to review grant applications and donations

The committee will consider recommending several grant applications to the Board, including requests for first responder programs and beach water testing. The body will also review a donation for the Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center and receive reports on animal shelter intake.

public-healthpublic-safetygrantsanimal-servicesenvironmental-health
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
5 yea
Marcia Gershenson yea · Penny Luebs yea · Angela Powell yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 17:00

Majority Caucus

Oakland County Democratic Caucus meeting scheduled for January 13, 2025

The Democratic Caucus will meet to approve minutes from January 6, 2025, and hold a session for discussion items. The meeting includes periods for public comment.

caucusoakland-countygovernment
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 18:00

Board of Commissioners

Oakland County Board of Commissioners begins 2025-2028 quadrennial session

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to swear in members and elect leadership for the 2025-2028 session. The body will decide on temporary and permanent board rules and assign members to standing committees and various authorities.

government-operationsappointmentsboard-rulesoakland-county
Commissioners' Auditorium, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval and Close of Journal for 2023-2024 Biennial Session Sine Die
18 yea
Charles Cavell yea · Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Christine Long yea · Penny Luebs yea · Gwen Markham yea · William Miller III yea · Kristen Nelson yea · Angela Powell yea · Robert Smiley yea · Yolanda Smith Charles yea · Michael Spisz yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Philip Weipert yea · David Woodward yea
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 18:15

Standing Committee

Board considers Johnson and Joliat amendments and committee assignments

The Legislative Affairs & Government Operations Committee will review and report on standing committee assignments for 2025. It will recommend permanent rules for the Board of Commissioners. The committee will consider two amendments, the Johnson Amendment #1 and the Joliat Amendment #1. Additional items include reports on various boards, commissions and authorities and an appointment to the Oakland County Road Commission.

appointmentsamendmentsboard-rulescommitteesroad-commission
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Approval of Agenda
6 yea · 2 nay
Ann Erickson Gault yea · Marcia Gershenson yea · Robert Hoffman yea · Brendan Johnson yea · Karen Joliat yea · Linnie Taylor yea · Penny Luebs nay · Kristen Nelson nay
Mon Jan 6, 2025 · 18:00

Majority Caucus

Board discusses organizational items for 2025‑2028 term

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Democratic Caucus will approve the minutes from the December 12, 2024 meeting. It will also discuss organizational items for the 2025‑2028 term. The meeting includes public comment periods and concludes with adjournment.

governanceminutesorganizationalcaucus
Committee Room A, Pontiac
Agenda (official) · Minutes