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Oak ParkMI averageUS Census ACS
Population
29,370
Per-capita income
$37,249
Median home value
$198,500
Bachelor's or higher
40%
Typical home value $231,276 +1.8% yr/yr · +19.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$54.2M (FY2023)
Total spending$53.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$20.8M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$18.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,836 (FY2023)

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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 16:30

ERS/PSRS Board of Trustees

Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 18:00

Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission

Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 18:30

Library Board

Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00

Traffic Safety Board

Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 19:00

Recycling and Environmental Conservation Commission

Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 12:00

Corridor Improvement Authority

Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 18:00

Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission

Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 18:30

Library Board

Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 12:00

Corridor Improvement Authority

Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 19:00

Recycling and Environmental Conservation Commission

Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Recent meetings

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:30

Library Board

Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council considers emergency purchase of 70 firearms for Public Safety

The City Council will review several construction and service payments, including water main and landscaping projects. The body is also considering authorizations to bid for a community center and a building demolition. Other items include preparations for the November 3, 2026 General Election.

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AGENDA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN OCTOBER 19, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. CONSENT AGENDA The following routine items are presented for approval without discussion, as a single agenda item. Should any member wish to discuss or disapprove any item it must be dropped from the blanket motion of approval and considered as a separate item. A. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes for October 5, 2026 B. Request to Change Traffic Safety Board Quarterly Meetings from the Third Wednesday to the Third Thursday C. Request authorization to bid the 2027 Community Center Construction Project D. Request authorization to bid the demolition of 21350 Kenosha. E. Approval of Pay Application No. 2 to Eminent Excavating Local LLC of Dearborn, MI for the 2026 Water Main Replacement Project, M-785, in the amount of $373,027.07. F. Payment of invoices from OHM Advisors for Engineering Services in the amount of $11,603.50. G. Payment request from Neumann/Smith Architecture for Architectural Services on the Community Center Project for the total amount of $244,660.60. H. New and Renewal Licenses for October 19, 2026 6. RECOGNITION OF VISITING ELECTED OFFICIALS 7. ACCOUNTING REPORTS A. Approval for payment of invoices submitted by Garan, Lucow, Miller, PC for legal services in the amount of $19,849.51. B. Approval of Paymen …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 12:00

Corridor Improvement Authority

Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 19:00

Recycling and Environmental Conservation Commission

Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00

Juneteenth Commission

14000 Oak Park Blvd, Oak Park
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 18:00

Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission

Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission to discuss new event proposal

The commission will review a proposal for an event titled "Every Voice. Every Culture. Every Talent," including budget considerations. Members will also discuss upcoming community engagement events and continue budget talks.

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AGENDA REGULAR ARTS AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY COMMISSION MEETING OAK PARK, MICHIGAN OCTOBER 8, 2026 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL Jocelyn Coats, Sarah Davidson, Dawn Henry, Kevin Keys III, Rosetta Kincaid, Terri McQueen, Florence Piernas, Michele Stevenson, Lonnie K. Tabb-Upshaw, Rochelle Weller, Donny Wilson, City Council Liaison , City Staff Liaison 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Draft 9.10.26 ACDC Meeting Minutes for review/ approval 5. OLD BUSINESS A. Community Engagement Events: Trunk or Treat (Dawn Email), Winterfest (unknown), MLK Day, Other — TBD B. Budget Discussion Continued if/as needed. C. Art, Rhythm, Flavor Event Discussion Continued 6. NEW BUSINESS A. "Every Voice. Every Culture. Every Talent" Event Proposal (Review, Discussion, Budget Considerations) 7. COMMISSIONER REPORTS 8. ADJOURNMENT
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Oak Park council to set Nov. 10 due date for three special assessment districts

The Oak Park City Council meets Oct. 5, 2026 to work through a mostly routine agenda. The main substantive item is a public hearing and adoption of special assessment resolutions confirming the rolls and setting a Nov. 10, 2026 due date, with a 10% penalty, for districts #735 (Delinquent Utilities), #736 (Miscellaneous Concrete Replacement) and #737 (Property Blight). The consent agenda bundles minutes, several payment approvals, an inter-governmental agreement with Ferndale for leaf-pickup transfer, and a board appointment. A special event license is requested for a community march and rally supporting families of two shooting victims and raising awareness about gun violence.

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✓ Decided: City Council confirms special assessment rolls for utilities, concrete, and blight

The City Council adopted resolutions to confirm special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities, concrete replacement, and property blight, with payments due November 10, 2026. The council also approved several maintenance payments and a special event license for a gun violence awareness rally.

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AGENDA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN OCTOBER 5, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. CONSENT AGENDA The following routine items are presented for approval without discussion, as a single agenda item. Should any member wish to discuss or disapprove any item it must be dropped from the blanket motion of approval and considered as a separate item. A. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes for September 22, 2026. B. Beautification Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes for February 17, May 19, June 16, and July 28, 2026. C. Traffic Safety Board Minutes from June 10 and August 19, 2026. D. Request authorization to enter into an inter-governmental agreement with the City of Ferndale to utilize their Southwest Storage Yard as a transfer station for leaf pick up. E. Request to appoint LaTondra Cannon to the Oak Park Youth Assistance Executive Board. F. Approval of Invoice No. 8 from Giffels Webster for Master Planning Services in the total amount of $5,823.75. G. Approval of Payment No. 7 to McCarthy and Smith Inc for Construction Services for Tyler Park in the amount of $16,334.84. H. Request to approve of Pay Application No. 3 (Final) for the 2025 Joint and Crack Sealing Project, M-780 by Scodeller Construction Inc. of Wixom, MI for the amount of $1,000.00. I. Request to approve Payment Application No. 6 for the 2026 Landscape M …
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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN OCTOBER 5, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor McClellan in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 14000 Oak Park Boulevard, Oak Park, MI 48237. (248) 691-7544. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor McClellan, Mayor Pro Tem Edgar, Council Member Radner, Council Member Crawford, Council Member Berman OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Tungate, City Clerk Norris, City Attorney Krause 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Crawford, seconded by Radner, to approve the agenda as presented. Voice Vote: Yes: McClellan, Edgar, Radner, Crawford, Berman No: None Absent: None MOTION CARRIED 5. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Radner, seconded by Edgar, to approve the consent agenda consisting of the following items: Voice Vote: Yes: McClellan, Edgar, Radner, Crawford, Berman No: None Absent: None MOTION CARRIED A. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes for September 22, 2026. CM-10-375-2026 B. Beautification Advisory Commission Meeting Minutes for February 17, May 19, June 16, and July 28, 2026. CM-10-376-2026 C. Traffic Safety Board Minutes from June 10 and August 19, 2026. CM-10-377-2026 D. Request authorization to enter into an inter-governmental agreement with the City of Ferndale to utilize their Southwest Storage Yard as a transfer station for leaf pick up. CM-10-378- …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

General

Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

ZBA to hear appeal for Oak Park Community Center variances

The Oak Park Zoning Board of Appeals will consider an appeal for variances to build the Oak Park Community Center at 13950 Oak Park Blvd. The project does not meet required rear and west side setbacks or building height limits. The board will also approve minutes from its June 23, 2026 meeting and take public comment.

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AGENDA REGULAR ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING OAK PARK, MICHIGAN SEPTEMBER 23, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes 6-23-26 4. COMMUNICATIONS/CORRESPONDENCE 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Case #26-09, Neumann/Smith Architecture, on behalf of the City of Oak Park, 13950 Oak Park Blvd., Property ID #52-25-30-276-030, has made an appeal to the Zoning Board of Appeals for variances from Article 2. Division 2: Section 214 and Article 5. Division 3. Section 544.g of the Zoning Ordinance. The request seeks approval to construct the Oak Park Community Center, which does not meet the required rear (north) and west side setbacks or the building height requirements. 6. PUBLIC COMMENT 7. ADJOURNMENT The City of Oak Park will comply with the spirit and intent of the American with Disabilities Act. We will provide support and make reasonable accommodations to assist people with disabilities to access and participate in our programs, facilities and services. Accommodations to participate at a Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting will be made with 7- day prior notice.
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to award $120K road salt contract, approve $215K landscaping pay

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, including payments for landscaping and engineering services, and to award bids for a community center environmental assessment and winter road salt. The council will also consider resolutions for special assessment rolls on delinquent utilities and other charges, and hear public comment.

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✓ Decided: Oak Park City Council approves environmental assessment and winter road contracts

The City Council approved several infrastructure and financial measures, including a $21,025 environmental assessment for the Community Center project and a $120,000 winter road salt contract. The Council also authorized the preparation of special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities and property blight charges, and scheduled a public hearing on these assessments for October 5, 2026. Additionally, the Council approved final payments for the completed Event Hub project.

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AGENDA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. CONSENT AGENDA The following routine items are presented for approval without discussion, as a single agenda item. Should any member wish to discuss or disapprove any item it must be dropped from the blanket motion of approval and considered as a separate item. A. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes for September 8, 2026. B. Request authorization to dispose of surplus vehicles and equipment. C. Approval of Pay Application No. 4 to Great Lakes Landscape Design, Inc. of Oak Park, MI for the 2026 CIA Landscaping Installation Project, M-799 in the amount of $215,125.06. D. Public Safety Activity Summary Report for August 2026. E. Payment of invoices from OHM Advisors for Engineering Services in the amount of $2,681.00. F. Request to approve the Winter Maintenance Agreement with the Road Commission for Oakland County for the 2026/27 winter maintenance on County roads. G. Request to advertise for bids for the 2026-27 Nursery Stock Contract. H. Request to advertise for bids for the 2026 Fire Hydrant Replacement Contract. I. Request to approve Invoice No. 4 for the 2025-26 Tree Survey Project, to Davey Resource Group, of Kent, OH in the amount of $2,291.00. J. New and Renewal Licenses for September 22, 2026 6. RECOGNITION OF VISITING …
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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor McClellan in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 14000 Oak Park Boulevard, Oak Park, MI 48237. (248) 691-7544. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor McClellan, Council Member Radner, Council Member Crawford, Council Member Berman ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Edgar OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Tungate, Deputy City Clerk Williams, City Attorney Krause 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Crawford, seconded by Berman, to approve the agenda as presented. Voice Vote: Yes: McClellan, Radner, Crawford, Berman No: None Absent: Edgar MOTION CARRIED 5. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Berman, seconded by Crawford, to approve the consent agenda consisting of the following items: Voice Vote: Yes: McClellan, Radner, Crawford, Berman No: None Absent: Edgar MOTION CARRIED A. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes for September 8, 2026. CM-09-358-2026 B. Request authorization to dispose of surplus vehicles and equipment. CM-09-359-2026 C. Approval of Pay Application No. 4 to Great Lakes Landscape Design, Inc. of Oak Park, MI for the 2026 CIA Landscaping Installation Project, M-799 in the amount of $215,125.06. CM-09-360-2026 D. Public Safety Activity Summary Report for August 2026. CM-09-361-2026 E. Payment of invoices …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 19:00

Recycling and Environmental Conservation Commission

Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 12:00

Corridor Improvement Authority

Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 18:30

Library Board

Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 18:00

Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission

Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission to review bylaws and community events

The commission will review updated bylaws following an August 2026 vote and discuss upcoming community engagement events. The meeting also includes a continuation of budget discussions and a discussion regarding a potential Foodie Fest.

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AGENDA REGULAR ARTS AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY COMMISSION MEETING OAK PARK, MICHIGAN SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL Jocelyn Coats, Sarah Davidson, Dawn Henry, Kevin Keys III, Rosetta Kincaid, Terri McQueen, Florence Piernas, Michele Stevenson, Lonnie K. Tabb-Upshaw, Rochelle Weller, Donny Wilson, City Council Liaison , City Staff Liaison 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Draft 8.13.26 ACDC Meeting Minutes for review/ approval 5. CITY UPDATES City Council Liaison Updates; City Staff Liaison Updates 6. OLD BUSINESS A. Review the updated Bylaws based on our 8.13.26 vote and new 6pm meeting time. B. Community Engagement Events: Fun Fest (unknown), Trunk or Treat (Dawn Email), Winterfest (unknown), MLK Day, Other- TBD C. Budget Discussion Cont. 7. NEW BUSINESS A. 2027 Calendar Deadline- ACDC event submission(s) B. Potential Foodie Fest idea / discussion 8. COMMISSIONER REPORTS 9. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review site plan for Oak Park Community Center

The Oak Park Planning Commission is meeting to consider a site plan review for the Oak Park Community Center at 13950 Oak Park Blvd. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the August 3, 2026 meeting and other routine items.

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AGENDA REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OAK PARK, MICHIGAN SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 8-3-26 5. COMMUNICATIONS/CORRESPONDENCE 6. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION A. NEW BUSINESS 1. Site Plan Review, Oak Park Community Center, 13950 Oak Park Blvd. 7. PLANNING COMMISSION MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION - (FROM MEMBERS ONLY) 8. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT SCHEDULED FOR PUBLIC HEARING 9. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council approves routine payments and 2027 meeting schedules

The Oak Park City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 8, 2026, primarily approving routine administrative items such as minutes, contracts, and payments for city projects. The agenda includes approval of pay applications for landscaping, water main replacement, and park maintenance, as well as facility grants and legal retainers.

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✓ Decided: Oak Park council approves CivicPlus emergency notification platform

Oak Park's City Council approved a new mass notification and emergency communications platform from CivicPlus, with first-year costs of $6,380 and ongoing annual costs of $9,750 starting in Year Two. Council also approved a $20,000 legal retainer, two facade grants of up to $5,000 each, and Budget Amendment #2027-1. The consent agenda, including several construction and landscaping payments, was approved unanimously.

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AGENDA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. CONSENT AGENDA The following routine items are presented for approval without discussion, as a single agenda item. Should any member wish to discuss or disapprove any item it must be dropped from the blanket motion of approval and considered as a separate item. A. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes for August 17, 2026 B. Special City Council Meeting Minutes for August 17, 2026 C. Payment request from Neumann Smith Architecture for Architectural Services on the Community Center Project for the total amount of $255,597.26. D. Payment of invoices from OHM Advisors for Engineering Services in the amount of $626.50. E. Approval of Pay Application No. 2 to Great Lakes Landscape Design, Inc. of Oak Park, MI for the 2026 CIA Landscaping Installation Project, M-799 in the amount of $67,330.55. F. Recycling Commission Meeting Minutes for May 21, 2026 and June 18, 2026. G. Request to approve the 2027 City Council Meeting dates. H. Request to approve the Calendar Year 2027 Free Garage Sale dates. I. Request to approve Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission recent vote to change regular meeting time to 6pm. J. Beautification Advisory Commission resolution and recommendation for nominees of the 2026 Beautification Awards. K. Payment of …
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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor McClellan, Mayor Pro Tem Edgar, Council Member Radner, Council Member Crawford, Council Member Berman ABSENT: None OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Tungate, City Clerk Norris, City Attorney Krause 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Crawford, seconded by Edgar, to approve the agenda as presented. Voice Vote: Yes: McClellan, Edgar, Radner, Crawford, Berman No: None Absent: None MOTION CARRIED 5. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Crawford, seconded by Radner, to approve the consent agenda consisting of the following items: Voice Vote: Yes: McClellan, Edgar, Radner, Crawford, Berman No: None Absent: None MOTION CARRIED A. Regular City Council Meeting Minutes for August 17, 2026 CM-09-335-2026 B. Special City Council Meeting Minutes for August 17, 2026 CM-09-336-2026 C. Payment request from Neumann Smith Architecture for Architectural Services on the Community Center Project for the total amount of $255,597.26. CM-09-337-2026 D. Payment of invoices from OHM Advisors for Engineering Services in the amount of $626.50. CM-09-338-2026 E. Approval of Pay Application No. 2 to Great Lakes Landscape Design, Inc. of Oak Park, MI for the 2026 CIA Landscaping Installation Project, M-799 in the amount of $67,330.55. CM-09-339-2026 F. Re …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 19:00

Zoning Board of Appeals

Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 12:00

Corridor Improvement Authority

Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 19:00

Recycling and Environmental Conservation Commission

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00

General

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00

Traffic Safety Board

Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30

Library Board

Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 18:30

Library Board

Library Board to review July bills, director's report, and 2027 calendar

The Oak Park Public Library Board is meeting to approve the July minutes, hear the city manager's and treasurer's reports, and receive the library director's update on events, statistics, and incidents. They will also discuss old business on afterschool-time safety and library parking, and new business including the 2027 calendar and the Boards and Commissions Dinner. The meeting is a regular monthly business session with public comment allowed.

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Oak Park Public Library • 14200 Oak Park Blvd., Oak Park, MI 48237 • (248) 691-7480 • www.OakParkMI.gov CITY OF OAK PARK OAK PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY Mayor Marian McClellan Mayor Pro Tem Julie Edgar Council Members Solomon Radner Shaun Whitehead Stephanie Crawford City Manager Erik Tungate Oak Park Public Library- Library Board Meeting Agenda Tuesday, Aug 18, 2026 @ 6:30 I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Approval of Agenda IV. Approval of July 21, 2026 Meeting Minutes V. Public Comment – 3 minutes maximum VI. City Manager’s Report VII. Treasurer’s Report (July Bills) VIII. Library Director Report – Kimberly Schaaf A. Events / Library Happenings / July - Aug Incidents B. Statistics IX. Committee Reports – Strategic Goals Committee X. Old Business A. Afterschool-Time Safety B. Library Parking / Event Hub XI. New Business A. 2027 Calendar B. Boards and Commissions Dinner – October 13 @ Event Hub XII. Friends of the Library Report XIII. Call to the Board – Each board member may optionally add a statement. Limit: 2 min. XIV. Adjournment Next meeting: Sept 15, 2026
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to weigh 6-month moratorium on short-term rental licenses

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine payments and licenses, and to decide on a proposed six-month moratorium on new rental licenses for periods of 30 days or less. The council will also consider rejecting and re-advertising a block pruning project bid, and approve several special event licenses.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 6-month moratorium on short-term rental licenses

The Oak Park City Council approved a six-month moratorium on issuing new rental licenses for rental periods of 30 days or less, directing unlicensed short-term rentals to stop operating unless they comply with existing ordinances. The council also approved several payments and contracts, including a $173,182.87 payment for the Event Hub Project, and rejected a bid extension for the 2026 Block Pruning Project to re-advertise. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with two members absent.

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AGENDA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN AUGUST 17, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. CONSENT AGENDA The following routine items are presented for approval without discussion, as a single agenda item. Should any member wish to discuss or disapprove any item it must be dropped from the blanket motion of approval and considered as a separate item. A. Regular Council Meeting Minutes for August 3, 2026 B. Request to approve Payment Application No. 4 for the 2026 Landscape Maintenance Contract, to BrightView Landscape of Pontiac, MI in the amount of $18,920.45. C. Request to approve Payment Application No. 4 for the 2026 Lawn Maintenance Contract, to Parrott Landscaping of Clinton Township, MI in the amount of $24,654.00. D. Request to approve Invoice No. 3 for the 2025-26 Tree Survey Project, to Davey Resource Group, of Kent, OH in the amount of $4,500.00. E. Approval of Pay Application No. 4 (Final) for the 2024-2025 Miscellaneous Concrete Project, M-773 to Mattioli Cement Company of Fenton, MI, in the amount of $10,000.00. F. Approval of Pay Application No. 3 to Great Lakes Landscape Design, Inc. of Oak Park, MI for the 2026 CIA Landscaping Installation Project, M-799 in the amount of $81,618.44. G. Public Safety Activity Summary Report for July 2026 H. New and Renewal Licenses August 17, 2026 6. RECOGNITION OF VISITING E …
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MINUTES REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 41ST CITY COUNCIL OAK PARK, MICHIGAN AUGUST 17, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor McClellan in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 14000 Oak Park Boulevard, Oak Park, MI 48237. (248) 691-7544. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor McClellan, Mayor Pro Tem Edgar, Council Member Crawford ABSENT: Council Member Radner, Council Member Berman OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Tungate, City Clerk Norris, City Attorney Krause 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Crawford, seconded by Edgar, to approve the agenda as presented. Voice Vote: Yes: McClellan, Edgar, Crawford No: None Absent: Radner, Berman MOTION CARRIED 5. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Edgar, seconded by Crawford, to approve the consent agenda consisting of the following items: Voice Vote: Yes: McClellan, Edgar, Crawford No: None Absent: Radner, Berman MOTION CARRIED A. Regular Council Meeting Minutes for August 3, 2026 CM-08-317-2026 B. Request to approve Payment Application No. 4 for the 2026 Landscape Maintenance Contract, to BrightView Landscape of Pontiac, MI in the amount of $18,920.45. CM-08-318-2026 C. Request to approve Payment Application No. 4 for the 2026 Lawn Maintenance Contract, to Parrott Landscaping of Clinton Township, MI in the amount of $24,654.00. CM-08-319-2026 D. Request to approve Invoice No. 3 for the 2025- …
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CONSENT AGENDA
3 yea
Marian McClellan yea · Julie Edgar yea · Stephanie Crawford yea
Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 19:00

Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission

Arts commission to discuss film fest cancellation, Fun Fest staffing, budget

The Oak Park Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission is holding a regular meeting with agenda items including approval of minutes, city updates, old business, and commissioner reports. Key items include the cancellation of the Film Fest on 9/12, staffing for Fun Fest on 9/12, planning for Trunk or Treat on 10/17, and a discussion of the ACDC budget.

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✓ Decided: Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission changes meeting start time to 6:00 PM

The commission approved a new meeting start time and recommended replacing a member on extended leave. The commission also canceled the Film Fest planned for September 12.

📄 From the agenda
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AGENDA REGULAR ARTS AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY COMMISSION MEETING OAK PARK, MICHIGAN AUGUST 13, 2026 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL A. Jocelyn Coats, Sarah Davidson, Dawn Henry, Kevin Keys III, Rosetta Kincaid, Terri McQueen, Florence Piernas, Michele Stevenson, Lonnie K. Tabb-Upshaw, Rochelle Weller, Donny Wilson, City Council Liason, City Staff Liason 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Draft Meeting Minutes for 6.11.2026 5. CITY UPDATES A. Council Liason: Introduction & Updates Council Appointments 8/17 Special Meeting Other B. Staff Liason: Boards & Commission Dinner (Oct. TBD) Quarterly Artist Exhibit Updates 6. OLD BUSINESS A. Community Engagement Events • Relevant Event Recap(s)? • Film Fest Cancellation 9/12 • Fun Fest 9/12 staffing (supplies ready @ City Hall) • Trunk or Treat 10/17 (Sarah/Dawn) B. ACDC Budget 7. NEW BUSINESS 8. COMMISSIONER REPORTS 9. ADJOURNMENT
📄 From the minutes
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Arts & Cultural Diversity Commission Meeting August 13, 2026 – 7:00 PM 1. Call to Order Meeting called to order at 7:04 PM. 2. Roll Call Attendance was recorded. Present Jocelyn Coats Sarah Davidson Dawn Henry Kevin Keys III Rosetta Kincaid Terri McQueen Florence Piernas Michele Stevenson Rochelle Weller Donny Wilson City Council Liaison – Stephanie Crawford City Staff Liaison – Brittany Toth Absent Lonnie K. Tabb-Upshaw 3. Approval of Agenda Donny Wilson moved to approve the agenda. Kevin Keys III seconded the motion. Motion carried. 4. Approval of Minutes Draft minutes from the June 11, 2026, ACDC Meeting were reviewed. Jocelyn Coats moved to approve the minute. Kevin Keys III seconded the motion. 5. City Updates A. Council Liaison Councilwoman Stephanie Crawford was introduced and provided updates. A special City Council meeting regarding commission appointments was scheduled for August 17. The commission discussed the appointment schedule, including August and February. B. Staff Liaison Commission renewals were discussed for Florence Piernas, Terri McQueen, and Rosetta Kincaid. The Boards and Commissions Dinner was tentatively noted for October 13. The commission recommended that Lonnie K. Tabb-Upshaw be replaced by an active member due to her extended leave of absence. An update was provided regarding the quarterly artist exhibit. 6. Old Business A. Community Engagement Events The commission discussed the Event Hub opening event …
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Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,378/mo (658 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy11.8% (low numeracy 19% · 2017)

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