Oak Park public meetings in 2022
23 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will meet on November 7, 2022, to approve routine minutes and a consent agenda including a $12,498.50 Parks and Recreation Master Plan update contract with SmithGroup. The meeting also includes a recognition for retiring staff, a presentation on the Recreation Master Plan, and a vote to purchase new duty pistols for the Public Safety Department.
- Approve $12,498.50 contract with SmithGroup for Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update and Asset Management
- Approve $54,577.36 purchase of new duty pistols for Public Safety Department
- Budget amendment to pull forward $11,000 from 2023-24 fiscal budget and use $43,577.36 fund balance
- Special retirement recognition for Brian Bernieri
- Recreation Master Plan presentation by SmithGroup
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is holding its regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine approvals, including contract renewals, invoice payments, and licenses. The council will also conduct a second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending land improvement regulations to comply with updated county and state standards. Other actions include approving legal service payments, a right-of-way permit extension, and several financial reports and resolutions.
- Second reading and adoption of ordinance amending Chapter 18, Article IX (Land Improvements) for compliance with Oakland County and MDOT standards
- Payment of $32,584.25 to OHM Advisors for Nine Mile Linear Park landscaping, Nine Mile Road design, and Fern Street survey
- Payment of $33,307.25 to SmithGroup for Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update and Asset Management Contract
- Payment of $13,362.27 to Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C. for legal services
- Resolution to approve 123Net, Inc. extension of Metro Act Right of Way Permit
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, public hearings, and a first reading of an ordinance amendment. Key actions include adopting special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities, false alarms, and property blight, and amending land improvement regulations to align with county and state standards.
- Public hearing and adoption of Special Assessment Resolutions for Districts #701 (Delinquent Utilities), #702 (False Alarms), #703 (Property Blight), due Nov 7, 2022, with 10% penalty
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 18, Article IX (Land Improvements) to comply with Oakland County Stormwater Engineering Design Standards and MDOT specs
- Approve payment of $47,860.00 to OHM Advisors for GIS DWAM Grant, Nine Mile Road Design Engineering, and Fern Street Survey
- Approve Payment Application No. 3 ($472,918.56) and Change Order No. 1 (-$24,128.05) to Mark Anthony Contracting for 2022 Water Main Replacement Project
- Special Event License for Book Beat, 26010 Greenfield Road, for outdoor book sale and teacher appreciation day on Oct 16, 2022
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to consider routine approvals, a second reading of an ordinance regulating commercial handbill placement, and several financial items including legal invoices, a vehicle purchase, and special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities, false alarms, and property blight. The agenda includes no public hearings or bids.
- Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 22 to regulate commercial handbill placement
- Approval of $18,000 legal retainer for Shifman Fournier and $13,355.44 for Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C.
- Resolution to prepare special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities ($300,147.03), false alarms ($2,090.00), and property blight ($42,268.97)
- Approval of lot combination for 8775 West 9 Mile Road
- Authorization to purchase two city vehicles totaling $63,229.00 via MiDeal/Macomb County contracts
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is holding a special meeting to interview candidates for various city boards and commissions and to make new appointments. The agenda includes interviews with 11 applicants and a separate item for new appointments, indicating the council will decide on filling vacancies.
- Interview candidates for Parks and Recreation, Library Board, Planning, Traffic Safety, Zoning, Recycling, Building Board, Beautification, Arts and Cultural, and more
- New appointments to City Boards and Commissions
City Council
The Oak Park City Council met on August 15, 2022, to approve routine items including sewer project payments, legal services invoices, and contract extensions. No ordinances, public hearings, or ordinance changes were listed on the agenda.
- Approval of $328,981.18 payment and $31,787.52 change order for 2022 Sewer Lining Project (M-730) to Insituform Technologies
- Approval of $273,600 bid for 2022 Sewer and Catch Basin Cleaning and Television Project (M-747) to Doetsch Environmental Services
- Approval of $15,013.34 legal services invoice from Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C.
- Approval of $499,970.50 one-year contract extension with Mattioli Cement Co. LLC for 2022-2023 Miscellaneous Concrete Contract (M-745)
- Special retirement recognition for Lt. Samantha Kretzschmar
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is holding a special meeting to consider reappointing 18 members to various city boards and commissions whose terms expire in August 2022, and to interview candidates for vacancies. The agenda includes a list of reappointments and a schedule of interviews for September 6, 2022.
- Reappointments to Arts and Cultural Diversity, Board of Review, Corridor Improvement Authority, Library, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Recycling, Traffic Safety, and Zoning Boards
- Interviews for candidates including Hilery Cash (Library), Crystal Bailey (Planning/Zoning), Sigmund Glaser (Traffic Safety), Ajai Tice (Parks & Rec), Aaron Kleid (Zoning)
- Vacancies listed for Building Board of Appeals (1), Library Board (1), Parks & Recreation (2), Recycling (3), Traffic Safety (1), Zoning (2)
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent agenda items, including several contractor payments for water main, sewer, and sidewalk projects. They will also consider two special event licenses, legal service payments, a budget amendment for subpoena funding, a traffic control order, and a letter of intent for Shepherd Park.
- Payment of $708,615.39 to Mark Anthony Contracting for 2021 Water Main Replacement Project
- Payment of $35,181.68 to DVM Utilities for sewer cleaning and TV inspection
- Payment of $449,189.32 and Change Order No. 1 (-$7,054.88) to Giorgi Concrete for sidewalk replacement
- Special event license for Albany Street block party (Aug 27) and Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser at Dog and Pony Show Brewing (Aug 7)
- Budget amendment to fund city criminal subpoena service
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, a liquor ordinance amendment, and several contracts. Key actions include a second reading to amend on-premises liquor consumption rules, approving a pilot e-scooter agreement with Bird Rides, and authorizing a one-year inspection contract with SAFEbuilt Michigan. The council will also consider special event licenses for the Oak Park Film Festival and Book Beat's 40th anniversary.
- Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Liquors) sections 6-52, 6-54, 6-55, 6-56, 6-58, 6-59, 6-68
- Approve pilot E-Scooter Operating Agreement with Bird Rides, Inc.
- Authorize one-year contract with SAFEbuilt Michigan, LLC for inspection and plan review services
- Approve Payment Application No. 3 to Mattioli Cement Company for $156,308.60 (2021 Miscellaneous Concrete Project)
- Special event license for Oak Park Film Festival (Sept 16-18) and Book Beat 40th Anniversary (Aug 28)
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will vote on several items, including a first reading of an ordinance amending alcohol regulations, authorizing negotiations for a pilot e-scooter program with Bird Ride Inc., approving the purchase of tax-foreclosed properties, and approving a swimming pool use agreement with Southfield. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, an invoice payment, and vehicle surplus declarations.
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 6 (Alcoholic Liquors) sections 6-52, 6-54, 6-55, 6-56, 6-58, 6-59, 6-68
- Authorize City Manager to negotiate pilot e-scooter program with Bird Ride Inc.
- Resolution approving purchase of tax foreclosed properties
- Swimming Pool Use Agreement between Oak Park and Southfield
- Invoice payment to OHM Advisors for $25,817 for 8 Mile Booster Station and Nine Mile Road design
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 20, 2022, where it will consider adopting ordinances to amend zoning codes and utilities regulations. The council will also vote on a $1.39 million emergency purchase of a new ladder fire truck without competitive bidding, along with several other financial and administrative items.
- Amend zoning code (Article 2, Divisions 3–4, Article 5, Division 3) and utilities regulations (Chapter 82, Section 82-311)
- Approve $1,389,356 emergency purchase of a new ladder fire truck from Smeal, waiving competitive bid process
- Approve $49,661.18 payment to Santoro Service, LLC for Nine Mile Linear Park Landscape Project
- Approve $14,523.64 legal services invoice from Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C.
- Approve $69,939.00 vehicle purchases via Oakland County pre-bid contract
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will hold first readings of ordinances amending the utilities code and zoning code, and consider selecting FPJ Investment, LLC as the developer for 2022 tax foreclosures. The agenda also includes consent items for payments, special event licenses, and various resolutions and reports.
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 82 (Utilities), Section 82-311
- First reading of ordinance amending zoning code (Article 2, Divisions 3 & 4; Article 5, Division 3)
- Resolution to accept Michigan DNR Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant
- Request to purchase three vehicles for Public Works Department
- Special event license requests for East Oak Park Block Club party (July 23) and First Baptist Church outreach (July 9)
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed fiscal year 2022-2023 budget, property tax millage rates, and the fee schedule. The agenda also includes a budget presentation by the City Manager and several routine consent items, such as contract payments and meeting minutes.
- Public hearing and adoption of FY 2022-2023 budget and millage rates
- Adoption of FY 2022-2023 fee schedule
- Payment of $36,225.00 to Michigan Fence Outlet for Greenfield Fence Project
- Payment of $226,513.00 to Mattioli Cement Company for Miscellaneous Concrete Project
- Special event licenses for Uniquely Hand Crafts LLC and Dog and Pony Show Brewing
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including several payment applications for construction projects, and to consider several administrative requests from the city manager. These include supporting an AARP Age-Friendly Communities Network application, a participation agreement with MSHDA for a homeowner assistance fund, and scheduling a public hearing on the FY 2022-2023 budget. The council will also consider a letter of agreement with the police dispatchers' union.
- Payment Application No. 1 for 2021 Greenfield Fence Project to Michigan Fence Outlet: $22,036.50
- Payment Application No. 1 for 2022 Joint and Crack Sealing Project to Michigan Joint Sealing: $49,528.43
- Invoice from OHM Advisors for 8 Mile Booster Station Rehabilitation: $5,016.00
- Request to approve support for AARP Age-Friendly Communities Network application
- Request to schedule public hearing on FY 2022-2023 Annual Budget for May 16, 2022 at 7:00 PM
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will hold public hearings and vote on several items, including vacating an alley near 8775 Nine Mile Rd, creating a Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) district and certificate, and approving multiple contracts for landscaping, legal services, and engineering. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a closed session for attorney-client communication.
- Public hearing and resolution to vacate alley adjacent to 8775 Nine Mile Rd
- Public hearings and resolutions for Neighborhood Enterprise Zone (NEZ) District and Certificate
- Award bid for Nine Mile Linear Park Landscaping Project to Santoro Services LLC for $152,566.90
- Approve legal services invoices from Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C. for $21,404.24
- Approve contract with WCA Assessing for assessment services (June 2022–May 2025)
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will consider routine consent items, a public hearing on special assessments, and several contracts. Key actions include awarding a $3.43 million bid for the 2022 Water Main Replacement Project and amending the Traffic Safety Board meeting frequency. The agenda also includes a special event license for a record sale and a proclamation.
- Award $3,433,498.50 bid to Mark Antony Contracting for 2022 Water Main Replacement Project M-737
- Public hearing on Special Assessment Districts #698 (delinquent utilities), #699 (false alarms), #700 (property blight) with May 19, 2022 due date and 10% penalty
- Second reading of ordinance to allow Traffic Safety Board to meet quarterly instead of monthly
- Approve $7,373.50 invoice to SmithGroup for Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
- Special event license for Street Corner Music record sale on April 23, 2022
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including payments and agreements, and to hold a first reading of an ordinance that would reduce Traffic Safety Board meetings from monthly to quarterly. The council will also consider several resolutions and contract changes, including special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities, false alarms, and property blight, and a change order for a fence project.
- Consent agenda includes $17,091 in invoices to OHM Advisors for various projects
- First reading of ordinance to allow Traffic Safety Board to meet quarterly instead of monthly
- Change Order No. 2 ($9,984.11) and Payment Application No. 4 ($14,984.11) to American Fence Co. for 2020 Decorative Fence Project
- Resolution to prepare special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities ($559,338.11), false alarms ($1,540.00), and property blight ($23,801.99)
- Agreement with Road Commission for street sweeping, litter picking, and lawn mowing on Greenfield and Ten Mile Roads
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to consider a consent agenda with routine items, a presentation on the sidewalk replacement program, and several action items including awarding bids for construction projects and approving contract extensions. The most consequential item is the second reading and adoption of zoning ordinance text amendments across multiple articles. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Second reading of zoning ordinance text amendments (Articles 1-6)
- Award bid for 2022 Joint and Crack Sealing Project to Michigan Joint Sealing Inc. for $100,179.60
- Award bid for Greenfield Road Fence Replacement and Lessenger Park Dog Park to Michigan Fence Outlet for $278,300.00 and $68,700.00
- Approve legal services retainer invoice of $18,000.00 from Shifman Fournier
- Approve contract extensions for landscape and lawn maintenance totaling $179,128.00
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to consider several routine approvals and policy changes. Key items include final adoption of an ordinance to allow domestic chickens permanently, a first reading of zoning text amendments, and approval of a contract for the SummerBlast carnival. The meeting also includes recognition of the 2021 Employee of the Year and a dog park presentation.
- Second reading to amend Chapter 14 to remove pilot program and allow keeping domestic chickens
- First reading of zoning text amendments across multiple articles for clarifications and changes
- Contract with Skerbeck Family Carnival Inc. for SummerBlast event June 17-19, 2022
- Approval of $12,103.84 in legal services invoices from Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C.
- Approval of change order and final payment for Transformer Replacement Project M-723
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is holding a special meeting to consider reappointments to several boards and commissions whose terms expire in early 2022, and to interview five candidates for vacancies on various boards. The council will decide on reappointments and make new appointments based on the interviews.
- Reappointments: Steven Chudnow and Sarah Sherman to Election Commission (terms to Jan. 2023)
- Reappointments: Michella Perry and Joyce Shulman to Beautification Advisory Commission (terms to Feb. 2025)
- Reappointments: Joe Brown and Aaron Schwartz to Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (terms to Feb. 2028)
- Interviews for vacancies: Beautification, Board of Review, Corridor Improvement Authority, Parks & Recreation, Recycling, Zoning Board of Appeals
- Candidates: Donald Jones, Robert Lapensee, Wendy Shamily, Ajai Tice, Chrystal Wagner, Steven Gold
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will consider awarding a $365,768.70 contract for the 2022 Sewer Lining Project, and will hold first readings of ordinances to allow domestic chickens and to update smoke measurement standards. The agenda also includes several routine consent items, presentations on tax foreclosure prevention and the Nine Mile Linear Park design, and various administrative approvals.
- Award bid for 2022 Sewer Lining Project, M-730, to Insituform of Chesterfield, MO, for $365,768.70
- First reading of ordinance to allow keeping domestic chickens (removes one-year pilot reference)
- First reading of ordinance to adopt Ringelmann Smoke Chart for smoke measurement
- Approve payment of $35,505.13 to DVM Utilities for sewer cleaning project M-728
- Approve $41,800 contract with OHM Advisors for Eight Mile Booster Station Rehabilitation
City Council
The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda of routine items, including payments for park equipment and water main projects, plus a road repair agreement. No public hearings, bids, or ordinances are scheduled. The meeting also includes a public safety merit citation and a call to the audience.
- Approve $166,260.98 invoice to Midstates Recreation for Nine Mile Linear Park Play Equipment
- Approve change orders and final payments for 2019 Water Main Replacement (M-675) and Kenosha Water Main Replacement (M-704) projects
- Approve $15,518.00 in invoices to OHM Advisors for AWIA Risk and Resilience ERP and Stormwater Charge Support
- Approve $62,036 payment to Road Commission for Oakland County for Greenfield Road repairs from Major Street Fund
- Approve $13,118.79 in legal services invoices from Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C.
City Council
The Oak Park City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve routine items such as minutes, resolutions, and contracts without discussion. The council will also consider a finalized contract with SmithGroup for a Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update and Comprehensive Asset Study. No public hearings or ordinances are scheduled.
- Resolution designating Kara Grisamer as Street Administrator
- Proposed Change Order No. 1 and Payment Application No. 1 for 2021 Catch Basin Line Replacement Project, M-725
- Request for special event and liquor license for Congregation Aish Hatorah, 25725 Coolidge Hwy.
- Consideration of Finalized Contract with SmithGroup for Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update and Comprehensive Asset Study