Oak Park public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Oak Park City Council approved a second reading ordinance to amend Chapter 30, Elections, replacing Article II, Voting Precincts in its entirety, which permanently combines specific precincts and reduces the total number from 16 to 10. The council also approved first reading of an ordinance to repeal Article VI, Mechanical Amusement Devices, as it is preempted by state law and outdated. Several financial items were approved, including legal services payments, a facade grant, an MDOT contract for bridge reconstruction, and a change order for demolition work.

• Adopted Ordinance O-24-737 to combine voting precincts, reducing from 16 to 10 (3-0)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to repeal Mechanical Amusement Devices article (3-0)
• Approved $17,064.88 payment to Garan, Lucow, Miller, PC for legal services (3-0)
• Approved $20,000.00 retainer to Shifman Fournier for legal services (3-0)
• Approved facade grant for 26011 Coolidge Hwy, up to $3,470.50 (3-0)
• Approved MDOT Contract 24-5321 for Z03 Plaza Deck reconstruction, no cost to city (3-0)
• Approved $21,400.00 change order for demolition at 13200 Oak Park Blvd (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay applications and licenses (3-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss plans for the 4th of July events and review policies for naming public property. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

The City Council reached consensus on a plan to hold 4th of July festivities despite summer construction, keeping the parade route mostly the same but ending at Shepherd Park. The council also agreed to have the city manager and attorney draft a policy for naming public property, with some concerns about corporate naming.

• Consensus to approve 4th of July plan with shortened parade route ending at Shepherd Park
• Consensus to direct city manager and attorney to draft a public property naming policy

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance to permanently combine certain voting precincts, along with several consent agenda items including payments for construction projects and a facade grant. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• First reading of ordinance to amend Chapter 30, Elections, replacing Article II, Voting Precincts
• Payment request for MDOT construction projects: $30,930.26
• Pay Application No. 7 for 2024 Water Main Replacement Project (M-764): $201,480.83
• Facade Grant Approval for 12724 W. 9 Mile Road
• Pay Application No. 1 and Change Order No. 1 for 2024-2025 Miscellaneous Concrete Project (M-773): $230,199.87 and $1,500.00

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will hold a regular meeting to approve routine minutes, pay invoices totaling $21,478.83, and recognize local achievements. Key decisions include allocating 2025 Community Development Block Grant funds, awarding a construction manager contract for the 2025 Event Hub, and adopting a Vision Zero policy to improve road safety.

• Allocate 2025 CDBG funds via public hearing
• Approve $5,120.50 engineering consulting invoice (OHM Advisors)
• Award 2025 Event Hub construction manager contract
• Adopt Vision Zero policy to eliminate traffic fatalities
• Waive bidding for emergency demolition at 13200 Oak Park Blvd.

The Oak Park City Council approved a contract with Frank Rewold and Son, Inc. for construction manager services on the 2025 Event Hub project, with staffing costs of $448,708 plus fees. They also approved the 2025 CDBG allocations totaling $122,359, awarded an emergency demolition contract for 13200 Oak Park Blvd. to Blue Star Demolition for $118,900, and adopted a Vision Zero policy. All votes were unanimous (3-0) with two members absent.

• Awarded construction manager contract to Frank Rewold and Son, Inc. for Event Hub project (3-0)
• Approved 2025 CDBG allocations: $104,005.15 for code enforcement, $18,353.85 for yard services (3-0)
• Awarded emergency demolition of 13200 Oak Park Blvd. to Blue Star Demolition for $118,900 (3-0)
• Approved $16,358.33 payment to Garan, Lucow, Miller, PC for legal services (3-0)
• Increased Shifman, Fournier legal retainer by $8,000 annually starting Jan 1, 2025 (3-0)
• Appointed Tom Novik to Corridor Improvement Authority (3-0)
• Adopted Vision Zero Policy to eliminate traffic deaths by 2045 (3-0)
• Approved Budget Amendment #2025-1 (3-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, award a contract for a pre-demolition hazardous materials survey, and consider several payment applications and change orders for ongoing construction projects. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss pending litigation.

• Payment Application No. 3 and Change Order No. 2 for 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Project (M-762): $565,246.87 and $42,334.84
• Award professional services contract for Pre-Demolition Hazardous Materials Survey (M-778) to American Environmental Consultants (AEC) of Detroit, MI for $14,600.00
• Payment Application No. 4 and Change Order No. 2 for 2023 Sewer & Catch Basin Cleaning & TV Inspection Project (M-760): $68,693.98 and ($7,609.25)
• Payment to Capital Landscapes for 2024 Landscape Maintenance ($5,280.00) and Lawn Maintenance ($25,968.20)
• Payment of $2,396.25 to OHM Advisors for GIS App Development

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting focused on three discussion items: planning for July 4th events, considering a proposal and contract for an event manager, and an economic development project discussion. No formal votes are scheduled; the agenda is primarily for discussion and direction.

• Discuss July 4th events
• Request to receive proposal and negotiate contract for event manager
• Economic development project discussion

The Oak Park City Council approved a resolution supporting an application to the DIA Partners in Public Art Program, committing to place public art at either the new Event HUB or the Water Tower Social District Wall. The council also approved a resolution to terminate participation in the Michigan Large Claim Reimbursement Program effective January 1, 2025. Discussions on July 4th events and hiring an event manager were tabled, and an economic development discussion was removed from the agenda.

• Approved resolution supporting DIA Partners in Public Art application (4-0)
• Approved resolution terminating Michigan Large Claim Reimbursement Program membership (4-0)
• Tabled discussion on July 4th programming changes
• Tabled decision on hiring an event manager
• Removed Economic Development Project Discussion from agenda

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will hold a second reading and vote on a zoning map amendment for 21790 Coolidge Hwy, changing it from Office to Industrial Flex. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, payments for water main and catch basin projects, and authorization to bid janitorial services. The council will also hear updates on the November 5 election and approve legal service invoices.

• Zoning map amendment for 21790 Coolidge Hwy from O, Office to IF, Industrial Flex
• Payment of $144,053.90 for Water Main Replacement Project M-764
• Final payment of $5,000 to JB Contractors for Catch Basin Line Replacement M-761
• Payment of $14,851.28 for legal services to Garan, Lucow, Miller, PC
• Authorization to bid 2025 Citywide Janitorial Services Contract

The Oak Park City Council approved a zoning map amendment for 21790 Coolidge Hwy, changing it from Office to Industrial Flex District, with a two-year expiration unless construction begins. They also approved a $5,000 facade grant for Oakland Kids Rehabilitation, a $1,812 change order for the camera upgrade project, and several consent agenda items including payments and contract authorizations. All votes were unanimous with Mayor Pro Tem Burns excused.

• Adopted Ordinance O-24-736 rezoning 21790 Coolidge Hwy from O to IF (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 facade grant for Oakland Kids Rehabilitation (4-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for 2024 Camera Upgrade Project at $1,812 (4-0)
• Approved $14,851.28 payment for legal services from Garan, Lucow, Miller, PC (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $144,053.90 pay app for water main replacement and $5,000 final pay app for catch basin project (4-0)
• Authorized bidding for 2025 Citywide Janitorial Services Contract (consent agenda)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a single substantive item: considering changes to the City Manager's contract. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment, but no other business items are listed.

• Consideration of changes to the City Manager's contract

The Oak Park City Council approved an amendment to the City Manager's contract, setting the salary at $200,000 per year, providing a $10,000 retention payment within 30 days and annually each June 30 until June 30, 2028, a $600 monthly car allowance, and an annual $15,000 deposit into the City Manager's 457 retirement account starting September 1, 2025. The contract term extends through June 30, 2028. The vote was 3-0 in favor, with two members absent.

• Approved City Manager contract amendment with $200,000 annual salary (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 retention payment within 30 days and annually each June 30 until June 30, 2028
• Approved $600 monthly car allowance for City Manager
• Approved $15,000 annual retirement deposit into 457 account starting September 1, 2025
• Extended City Manager contract term through June 30, 2028

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, a zoning change, and several contracts. The most consequential item is a first reading to rezone 21790 Coolidge Hwy from Office to Industrial Flex district. The council will also vote on a $95,000 tree pruning contract and adopt special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities, false alarms, and other charges.

• First reading of zoning map amendment for 21790 Coolidge Hwy, from O (Office) to IF (Industrial Flex) district
• Award 2024 Block Pruning Project bid to Limb Walkers Tree and Snow of Avoca, MI for $95,000.00
• Adopt special assessment rolls for districts #716-#720 (delinquent utilities, false alarms, concrete replacement, property blight, sidewalk replacement) with Nov 13 due date and 10% penalty
• Approve $11,847.00 payment to Capital Landscapes for 2024 Landscape Maintenance Contract
• Authorize inter-governmental agreement with City of Ferndale to use their Southwest Storage Yard as leaf pickup transfer station

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is holding a special meeting with one main item: a discussion of the Sidewalk Replacement Program. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting also includes a public comment period and adjournment.

• Sidewalk Replacement Program discussion

The Oak Park City Council held a special meeting on October 7, 2024, and approved a $7,075 contract with Applied Environmental (Grand Environmental LLC) for environmental review services related to a $1,000,000 federal Community Project Funding grant for the Event Hub. The contract is subject to review and final approval by the city attorney. The council also discussed the sidewalk replacement program but made no changes. One resident spoke during the call to the audience about sidewalk concerns.

• Approved $7,075 contract with Applied Environmental (Grand Environmental LLC) for environmental review (3-0, Burns and Whitehead absent)
• Discussed sidewalk replacement program; no changes made

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including pay applications and licenses, and to consider several financial and administrative actions. Key items include awarding a contract for a camera upgrade, approving legal service payments, and setting a public hearing for special assessment rolls on unpaid charges. The agenda also includes a special event license for a block party and a memorandum of understanding for a pathway task force.

• Award bid for 2024 Camera Upgrade Project to Interstate Security for $138,523.00
• Approve pay application No. 5 for 2024 Water Main Replacement Project (M-764) for $268,433.32
• Resolution to prepare Special Assessment Rolls for delinquent utilities ($254,261.38), false alarms ($2,530.00), concrete replacement ($9,680.83), property blight ($28,225.47), sidewalk replacement ($606.78) with 10% penalty
• Set October 7, 2024 as public hearing date for special assessment rolls
• Special event license for Vernon Street Block Party on September 22, 2024

The Oak Park City Council approved several items, including a $138,523 contract for a camera upgrade project, a special event license for a block party, and resolutions authorizing special assessment rolls for unpaid charges totaling $295,304.46. All votes were unanimous (5-0). The council also approved a memorandum of understanding for the Nine Mile Pathway Task Force and various consent agenda items.

• Approved 2024 Camera Upgrade Project bid to Interstate Security for $138,523 (5-0)
• Approved special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities, false alarms, concrete replacement, property blight, and sidewalk replacement totaling $295,304.46 (5-0)
• Approved Oakland County Nine Mile Pathway Task Force Memorandum of Understanding (5-0)
• Approved Special Event License for Vernon Street Block Party on Sept 22, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved payment of $18,000 legal retainer to Shifman Fournier (5-0)
• Approved payment of $16,861.33 to Garan, Lucow, Miller, PC for legal services (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including pay application #5 for water main replacement ($268,433.32) and winter maintenance agreement (5-0)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with one substantive item: interviews, re-appointments, and new appointments for board and commission candidates. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, roll call, public comment, adjournment).

• Board and Commission candidate interviews, re-appointments and new appointments

The Oak Park City Council held a special meeting to interview candidates and make appointments to city boards and commissions. The council approved the reappointment of 22 members to various boards, with terms expiring in 2026 or 2027, and approved the appointment of 6 new members to fill vacancies. Both motions passed with a 3-1 vote, with Council Member Edgar voting no on both.

• Reappointed 22 members to boards including Arts and Cultural, Board of Review, Library, Parks and Recreation, Planning Commission, Recycling, Traffic Safety, and Zoning Board of Appeals (3-1, Edgar no)
• Appointed Daniel Lebovic and Michael Steinberg to Zoning Board of Appeals (3-1, Edgar no)
• Appointed Florence Piernas to Beautification Commission (3-1, Edgar no)
• Appointed Noson Daitchman to Employees Retirement System (3-1, Edgar no)
• Appointed KellyAnn Porter to Arts and Cultural Diversity Commission (3-1, Edgar no)
• Appointed Ann-Marie Morris to Board of Review as alternate (3-1, Edgar no)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve a consent agenda of routine items, including a $421,088.30 payment for the 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Project and several other payments and resolutions. They will also consider a special event license for a cornhole tournament and hear reports on awards. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of Pay Application No. 2 for 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Project, M-762, $421,088.30
• Payment of $7,544.00 to OHM Advisors for West Nine Mile Road Design, Eight-Mile Booster Station Rehabilitation, and ISO Review
• Resolution with Michigan Department of Transportation for standard maintenance agreement, Oct 1, 2024 - Sep 30, 2029
• Final payment of $2,250.00 to Urban Tree Trimming for 2023 Block Pruning Project, M-748
• Special Event License for Dog and Pony Show Brewing, 14661 W. 11 Mile Rd. Ste. 200, for Angellfish Elementary PTA Cornhole Tournament, Sep 29, 2024

The Oak Park City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $421,088.30 payment for the 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Project and several other routine items. They also approved a special event license for a cornhole tournament. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was largely administrative.

• Approved consent agenda including $421,088.30 sidewalk payment (4-0)
• Approved special event license for Dog and Pony Show Brewing cornhole tournament (4-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 26, 2024, to approve routine items including meeting minutes, 2025 calendar dates, and contracts totaling $26,752.00 for landscape and lawn maintenance. The agenda also includes special recognitions, public safety presentations, and approvals for legal services and a concrete contract extension.

• Approval of $6,567.00 Payment Application No. 3 for 2024 Landscape Maintenance Contract with Capital Landscapes
• $20,185.00 Payment Application No. 4 for 2024 Lawn Maintenance Contract with Capital Landscapes
• Waiver of application fee for 2024 Oak Park Film Festival special event license in the 11-Mile Water Tower Social District on September 7, 2024
• Approval of $17,551.95 for legal services invoices from Garan, Lucow, Miller, PC
• Contract extension request from Mattioli Cement Company for 2023-2024 Miscellaneous Concrete Project, M-754

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, award bids for sewer cleaning, fenceline restoration, and streetscape design, and consider several construction payments. The agenda includes public comment and recognition of a resident and the Corridor Improvement Authority.

• Award $321,240.05 bid to Taplin Group for sewer and catch basin cleaning
• Award $35,830.00 bid to Premier Group for fenceline restoration
• Award $31,411 bid to Spalding DeDecker for streetscape/landscape design
• Approve $174,298.08 payment for water main replacement project
• Approve $292,419.76 payment to MDOT for Nine Mile construction

The Oak Park City Council approved three construction and design contracts: sewer cleaning and TV inspection ($321,240.05), fenceline restoration ($35,830.00), and streetscape/landscape design ($31,411). It also approved a sidewalk replacement pay application and change order. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one member excused.

• Awarded 2024 Sewer and Catch Basin Cleaning and TV Inspection Project to Taplin Group, LLC for $321,240.05 (4-0)
• Awarded Fenceline Restoration Project to Premier Group Associates for $35,830.00, including budget amendment (4-0)
• Awarded 2024 Streetscape/Landscape Design to Spalding DeDecker for $31,411 (4-0)
• Approved Pay Application No. 1 and Change Order No. 1 for 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Project, totaling $276,328.67 (4-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is holding a special meeting with the sole agenda item being a discussion with the Oak Park City Prosecutor. No formal votes or decisions are listed; the meeting also includes a public comment period with a three-minute limit per speaker.

• Discussion with the Oak Park City Prosecutor
• Public comment period with 3-minute speaker limit

The Oak Park City Council held a special meeting with no substantive decisions. City Prosecutor Josh Kaplan provided an update on prosecutorial activities in the 45th District Court. No motions were made, and no votes were taken.

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including contracts for sewer cleaning, water main replacement, and landscape maintenance, as well as several special event licenses. They will also hear a recap of the e-scooter pilot project and consider a resolution to reimburse expenses from bond proceeds for the 'Event Hub'.

• Pay Application No. 3 for 2024 Water Main Replacement Project (M-764) - $229,980.30
• Pay Application No. 3 for Water Service Line Hydro Excavation Project (M-736) - $40,703.13
• Special event licenses for TRVFIT, Oak Park Corridor Improvement Authority (Tower Tailgate, Octoberfest), and Dog and Pony Show Brewing
• Facade grant approvals for Dallas Design, Ines and Marie Events, and Bonnie Borque
• Resolution authorizing reimbursement of expenses from bond proceeds for the 'Event Hub'

The Oak Park City Council approved a resolution authorizing reimbursement of up to $5 million in bond proceeds for the Event Hub community facility, with a 3-1 vote (Edgar dissenting). The council also approved several consent agenda items, including pay applications for water and sewer projects, and granted multiple special event licenses and facade improvement grants.

• Adopted resolution authorizing reimbursement of up to $5M from bond proceeds for Event Hub (3-1, Edgar no)
• Approved consent agenda including sewer/catch basin bid advertisement and pay applications totaling $292,287.43
• Approved special event license for TRVFIT Wellness Event (4-0)
• Approved special event license for Tower Tailgate with fee waiver (4-0)
• Approved special event license for Oaktoberfest with fee waiver (4-0)
• Approved special event license for DCFC Soccer Kickoff (4-0)
• Approved payment of $18,080.83 for legal services (4-0)
• Approved pay application and change order for sewer project (4-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will conduct its regular meeting, including approval of minutes, invoices, and licenses. No major policy decisions are listed; items are routine administrative actions.

• Payment of $19,594.75 to OHM Advisors for GIS and road projects
• Approval of $46,491.25 pay application and -$43,305.48 change order for Catch Basin Line Replacement
• Special event license request for 'Oak Park Cruise and Groove' on August 15, 2024
• Purchase authorization for one vehicle for Public Safety Department
• Award of annual GPS/GIS support contract to OHM Advisors

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled. The council will discuss planning for Summer Blast, Juneteenth, and other city events, as well as the agenda for the July 15, 2024 regular council meeting. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Discussion of Summer Blast event planning
• Discussion of Juneteenth event planning
• Discussion of city event planning generally
• Discussion of July 15, 2024 Council Meeting agenda

The council reached consensus to discontinue holding Summer Blast with a carnival due to safety issues, and directed the city manager to research hiring a contracted event planner for future events. The council also noted the city is a finalist for an MML award for the Nine Mile Road Redesign project.

• Consensus to not hold Summer Blast with a carnival moving forward
• Consensus to have city manager research contracted event planner and return with proposal

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will review various municipal service contracts, infrastructure payment applications, and legal invoices. The council will also consider a property division request for 24438 Republic Ave. and a contract to analyze the city complex site for a potential new community center and senior housing.

• Pay Application No. 2 for 2024 Water Main Replacement Project ($215,016.10)
• Legal services retainer for Shifman Fournier ($18,000.00)
• Contract with Plante Moran Realpoint for city complex site analysis
• Parcel division request for 24438 Republic Ave.
• Social District Permit for ABV Group, LLC, DBA Mother Handsome

City Council

The City Council will consider multiple infrastructure payments, including water main and sewer lining projects. They will also vote on resolutions to recognize Juneteenth as a city holiday and approve a franchise agreement with Comcast.

• Pay $324,048.36 for 2024 Water Main Replacement Project (M-764)
• Pay $113,369.80 for 2024 Sewer Lining Project (M-763)
• Resolution to establish Juneteenth as an official city holiday
• Resolution for Comcast Cable Communications Company franchise agreement
• Special Event License for Juneteenth Celebration on June 19, 2024

The Oak Park City Council approved a resolution establishing Juneteenth as a recognized city holiday, designating June 19 as an official paid holiday for all city employees and closing non-emergency facilities. The council also approved a 10-year franchise renewal with Comcast, a 3-year lease extension with Sprint Spectrum (T-Mobile) for cellular equipment, and a special event license for the Juneteenth Celebration with the application fee waived. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Council Member Radner absent.

• Approved Juneteenth as annual paid city holiday (4-0)
• Approved 10-year Comcast franchise renewal (4-0)
• Approved 3-year Sprint Spectrum lease extension at $4,613.93/month (4-0)
• Approved Juneteenth Celebration special event license, fee waived (4-0)
• Approved $16,345 Greenfield Gateway Sign purchase (4-0)
• Approved $68,980 LRIP funding for Nine Mile Road project (4-0)
• Approved temporary relocation of Precinct 14 to Ferndale Lower Elementary (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including multiple pay applications and contracts (4-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is holding a special meeting with two main items: considering whether to observe Juneteenth as a city holiday, and receiving a presentation on the Oak Park Event Hub. Public comment will be heard, followed by adjournment.

• Consideration of Juneteenth as a City of Oak Park holiday
• Oak Park Event Hub presentation
• Call to the audience with 3-minute speaking limit

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to consider the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget, property tax millage rates, and fee schedules. The council will also address routine consent items including project payments, a tribute to a fallen officer, and administrative recommendations.

• Public hearing and resolution adopting the FY 2024-2025 budget, millage rates, and fee schedule
• Payment Application No. 2 for the 2024 Joint and Crack Sealing Project to Michigan Joint Sealing, Inc. in the amount of $66,922.60 with Change Order No. 1 in the amount of ($3,594.74)
• Payment Application No. 6 for the 2023 Block Pruning Project to Urban Tree Trimming in the amount of $28,815.00
• Payment Application No. 2 for the 2024 Catch Basin Line Replacement Project to JB Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $96,157.83
• Payment Application No. 5 for the 2023-2024 Miscellaneous Concrete Project to Mattioli Cement Company in the amount of $189,574.25

The council unanimously adopted the fiscal year 2024-2025 budget and millage rates, reducing the overall millage rate by 0.5232 mills to a total of 31.9151 mills. It also adopted the FY 2024-25 fee schedule and approved several consent agenda items, including payments for various projects. A public hearing was held, with one resident expressing concern about tax breaks for commercial businesses.

• Adopted FY 2024-25 budget and millage rates (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-25 fee schedule (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including payments for joint sealing, tree trimming, catch basin, concrete, lawn maintenance, and booster station projects (5-0)
• Approved payment of $15,198.08 for legal services (5-0)
• Approved library mural proposal by Desiree Kelly with $12,000 budget amendment (5-0)
• Adopted 2023 Oakland County Hazard Mitigation Plan (5-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including minutes, payments, and licenses, and to discuss several action items such as awarding a yard services contract, approving a budget amendment, and considering special event licenses. The agenda includes presentations on the sidewalk program and a retirement recognition, as well as various appointments and agreements.

• Payment of $33,028.75 to OHM Advisors for GIS DWAM Grant and West Nine Mile Road Design
• Pay Application No. 1 for 2024 Catch Basin Line Replacement to JB Contractors for $69,935.44
• Pay Application No. 4 for 2023-2024 Miscellaneous Concrete Project to Mattioli Cement for $135,330.06
• Special event license for East Oak Park Neighborhood Association picnic at Best Park on July 20, 2024
• Budget Amendment #2024-4 for period ending March 31, 2024

The Oak Park City Council approved the 2023 Program Year Yard Services Contract with Luxury Lawn and Snow, extended AT&T's Metro Act Right of Way Permit through 2029, and approved a new OAK TAC agreement. They also approved special event licenses, various appointments, and several financial items including budget amendments and change orders.

• Approved 2023 Yard Services Contract to Luxury Lawn and Snow (4-0)
• Approved AT&T Metro Act Right of Way Permit extension through 2029 (4-0)
• Approved new Oakland County Tactical Consortium (OAK TAC) Agreement (4-0)
• Approved Traffic Control Order 160 Sec 1.34 prohibiting parking on west side of Sherman (4-0)
• Approved Swimming Pool Use Agreement with City of Southfield (4-0)
• Approved special event license for East Oak Park Neighborhood Assoc. picnic (fee waived) (4-0)
• Approved special event license for Dog & Pony Show Brewing anniversary (4-0)
• Approved appointments to Youth Assistance Board, Corridor Improvement Authority, Parks and Recreation Commission (4-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will vote on several contracts and ordinances, including a $1.22 million sidewalk replacement project and a second reading of an ordinance amending circus and special events regulations. The consent agenda includes routine approvals for surplus vehicle disposal, bid advertisements, and various payment applications. The council will also consider special event licenses for community events and a resolution supporting state revenue sharing reform.

• Award $1,221,339.00 bid for 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Project, M-762 to Italia Construction, Inc.
• Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 10, Article VII (Circuses and Special Events)
• Award $16,200.00 bid for demolition of 21950 Eastwood to Blue Star Demolition
• Approve $79,078.35 pay application for 2023 Sewer & Catch Basin Cleaning & TV Inspection Project
• Approve $37,104.00 contract to HydroCorp for Cross-Connection Control Program

The Oak Park City Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including a $1.22 million sidewalk replacement project, a $16,200 demolition contract, and a resolution urging state revenue sharing reform. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with one member absent.

• Approved $1,221,339 sidewalk replacement project to Italia Construction (4-0)
• Approved $16,200 demolition of 21950 Eastwood to Blue Star Demolition (4-0)
• Approved resolution supporting state revenue sharing reform (4-0)
• Approved $37,104 contract to HydroCorp for cross-connection control program (4-0)
• Approved $15,178.33 legal services payment to Garan, Lucow, Miller (4-0)
• Approved $18,000 legal retainer to Shifman Fournier (4-0)
• Approved special event licenses for World Dance Day, Inflatables Adventures, Outdoor Gaming, and Fit Day (4-0)
• Approved parcel division at 23466 Forest Ave (4-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will vote on several contracts, including a $224,890.74 water service line hydro excavation project, a $134,950 sole-source repair for DPW vactor equipment, and two landscape maintenance contracts totaling $163,732.20. They will also hold public hearings on special assessment districts and a Class C liquor license for Salud Eleven, and consider an ordinance amending circus and special events regulations.

• Award bid for Water Service Line Hydro Excavation Project to Duke's Root Control for $224,890.74
• Award sole source contract to JDC for $134,950 for DPW vactor equipment repairs
• Award 2024 Landscape Maintenance Contract to Capital Landscapes for $67,233.00
• Award 2024 Lawn Maintenance Contract to Capital Landscapes for $96,499.20
• Public hearing on Special Assessment Districts #712-#715 with May 21, 2024 due date and 10% penalty

The Oak Park City Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including landscape and lawn maintenance contracts with Capital Landscapes, a sole-source repair contract for DPW vactor equipment, and a water service line hydro excavation project. The council also confirmed special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities, false alarms, blight, and concrete invoices, and approved the first reading of an ordinance amending circus and special events regulations.

• Approved 2024 Landscape Maintenance Contract to Capital Landscapes for $67,233.00 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Lawn Maintenance Contract to Capital Landscapes for $96,499.20 (unanimous)
• Approved sole source contract to JDC for DPW vactor repairs for $134,950.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Water Service Line Hydro Excavation Project to Duke's Root Control for $224,890.74 (unanimous)
• Confirmed Special Assessment Rolls #712-715 and set due date May 21, 2024 with 10% penalty (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending Chapter 10, Article VII on circuses and special events (unanimous)
• Approved contract for professional auditing services to Yeo & Yeo for FY 2024-2026 with option to renew (unanimous)
• Approved one-year lease extension for 13650 Oak Park Blvd., Suite A to Hatzalah (unanimous)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council is meeting to consider a Tavern License Transfer for ABV Group LLC at 14661 W. 11 Mile, a special event license for Train Station Sports, and multiple project bids and invoice approvals. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding municipal advisory services for bonds and the preparation of special assessment rolls for delinquent charges and city expenses.

• Payment of invoices to OHM Advisors for $6,966.50
• Public hearing and resolution for Tavern License Transfer for ABV Group LLC, D/B/A Mother Handsome at 14661 W. 11 Mile
• Payment of legal service invoices to Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C. for $17,602.73
• Awarding the bid for the 2024 Catch Basin Line Replacement Project to JB Contractors, Inc. for $260,890.00
• Change Order No. 1 for the 2023-2024 Miscellaneous Concrete Project in the amount of $49,937.85

The Oak Park City Council approved several items, including a $260,890 bid for the 2024 Catch Basin Line Replacement Project, a tavern license transfer and upgrade for Mother Handsome, and a resolution authorizing reimbursement of up to $44 million in bond proceeds for community center improvements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $260,890 bid for 2024 Catch Basin Line Replacement Project (5-0)
• Approved tavern license transfer and upgrade to Class C for ABV Group LLC d/b/a Mother Handsome (5-0)
• Approved $17,602.73 payment for legal services to Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C. (5-0)
• Approved proposal from PFM Financial Advisors for municipal advisory services (5-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing reimbursement of expenses from bond proceeds up to $44,000,000 (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Miscellaneous Concrete Project in amount of $49,937.85 (5-0)
• Approved special assessment rolls for delinquent utilities, false alarms, property blight, and concrete replacement totaling $273,990.82 (5-0)
• Approved special event license for Train Station Sports open house on April 6, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will consider awarding a $1,637,240.20 contract for the 2024 Water Main Replacement Project, along with several consent agenda items including sidewalk project bidding, surplus vehicle disposal, and a fuel services contract. They will also discuss a resolution to negotiate an agreement with Berkley Schools for Tyler Park improvements and other administrative items.

• Award bid for 2024 Water Main Replacement Project (M-764) to Aielli Construction Company Inc. for $1,637,240.20
• Approve Payment Application No. 5 for 2023 Block Pruning Project (M-748) to Urban Tree Trimming of Detroit MI for $2,710.00
• Authorize advertising for bids for 2024 Sidewalk Replacement Project (M-762)
• Approve agreement with Berkley School District to collect 2024 property tax levy
• Resolution to negotiate Intergovernmental Agreement with Berkley Schools for Tyler Park improvements

The Oak Park City Council approved the 2024 Water Main Replacement Project bid of $1,637,240.20 to Aielli Construction Company Inc. They also approved several other items, including a resolution to negotiate an intergovernmental agreement with Berkley Schools for Tyler Park improvements, a $13,000 construction manager contract for the Event Hub and Municipal Services Buildout, and the purchase of two 2024 Chevrolet Tahoes for Public Safety totaling $103,978.00. All votes were unanimous, with Council Member Radner absent for some items.

• Approved $1,637,240.20 bid for 2024 Water Main Replacement Project to Aielli Construction (5-0)
• Approved resolution to negotiate intergovernmental agreement with Berkley Schools for Tyler Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved $13,000 contract with Frank Rewold and Sons for construction manager services (4-0, Radner absent)
• Authorized purchase of two 2024 Chevrolet Tahoes for Public Safety totaling $103,978.00 (4-0, Radner absent)
• Approved $2,710.00 payment to Urban Tree Trimming for 2023 Block Pruning Project (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including sidewalk project bidding and surplus vehicle disposal (5-0)
• Approved traffic control order for no parking on west side of Republic from March 18 to April 15, 2024 (4-0, Radner absent)
• Approved professional services for material testing for 2024-25 engineering projects (4-0, Radner absent)

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will consider several infrastructure payments, including final payments for concrete projects and a payment for the Nine Mile Connector Park. The council will also hear presentations on the annual audit and Shepherd Park improvements, and discuss professional service contracts and municipal fee schedules.

• Final payment of $5,000.00 to Mattioli Cement Company for 2021-2022 concrete project
• Payment of $185,184.45 and $1,650.00 change order to DMC Consultants for Nine Mile Connector Park
• Payment of $18,051.33 to Garan, Lucow, Miller, P.C. for legal services
• Facade Grant approval for 25651 Coolidge
• Resolution to join Clinton River Watershed Council's WaterTowns Initiative

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will review routine consent items, receive the Strategic Plan End of Year Report, and consider awarding a contract for the Eight Mile Booster Station Rehabilitation Project. The agenda also includes a vehicle purchase for the Public Works Department and the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Budget Calendar.

• Payment Application No. 4 for the 2023 Block Pruning Project to Urban Tree Trimming for $7,815
• Payment of invoices to OHM Advisors for $1,079.50
• Award Eight Mile Booster Station Rehabilitation Project, M-732 to CSM Mechanical for $470,805.00
• Authorization to purchase a 2024 Ford Explorer through the MiDeal contract for $39,832
• Budget Calendar for Fiscal Year 2024/25

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will meet on January 22, 2024, to approve routine minutes, advertise bids for 2024 lawn and landscape maintenance contracts, and vote on a $397,525 design contract for the Event Hub and Municipal Services Buildout. The council will also discuss income guidelines for the 2024 Poverty exemption and adopt compensation rates for the Board of Review.

• Approve 2024 Lawn Maintenance Contract bid advertisement
• Approve 2024 Landscape Maintenance Contract bid advertisement
• Approve $397,525 contract with Neumann Smith Architecture for Event Hub and Municipal Services Buildout
• Set 2024 Poverty exemption income guidelines
• Adopt Board of Review member compensation rates and meeting schedule

City Council

The Oak Park City Council will meet on January 3, 2024, to approve routine items, recognize a retiring public safety official, and vote on two new ordinances. The meeting includes public recognition and potential budget adjustments for local projects.

• Approve $290,309 sewer lining project bid to DVM Utilities, Inc.
• Adopt ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 50 offenses, including market basket cart regulations
• Adopt ordinance to add vacant building registration enforcement under Chapter 18
• Approve $220,504.12 budget for Nine Mile Connector Park Project
• Authorize $48,589 light duty pick-up truck purchase via MiDeal contract