Allen Park public meetings in 2025

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss organizational business and review purchasing actions. The primary resolution on the agenda concerns the establishment of hardship guidelines for the 2026 Board of Review.

• Resolution to approve 2026 Hardship Guidelines for the AP 2026 Board of Review
• Board-Committee-Commission Appointments by Mayor Gail McLeod
• Review of Claims, Accounts, and Payroll Report

Downtown Development Authority

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, prior minutes, and the October‑November financial reports. It also approved a marketing and social‑media consulting agreement, two facade‑grant reimbursements totaling $43,781, a $15,210 garbage‑collection contract, a $5,000 contribution to the public library, and the 2026 meeting schedule. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October‑November financial reports and expenses (unanimous)
• Awarded marketing & social media consulting contract to Sadie Quagliotto at $4,500/month (unanimous)
• Disbursed $20,870 to Metropolitan Furniture for facade improvement (unanimous)
• Disbursed $22,911 to A.J. O’Neil Enterprise for facade improvement (unanimous)
• Approved $15,210 garbage collection contract with Serene Landscape Group (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 contribution to Allen Park Public Library panel project (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 DDA board meeting schedule (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority will consider awarding a social media consulting contract and several facade improvement grants. The board will also review a contract for sidewalk trash collection and a contribution for library murals.

• Marketing & Social Media Consultant agreement for Sadie Quagliotto Social Media Services at $4,500.00 per month
• Facade Improvement Grant for Metropolitan Furniture (6670 Allen Road) in the amount of $20,870.00
• Facade Improvement Grant for A.J. O’Neil Enterprise (18708 Ecorse Road) in the amount of $22,911.00
• One-year agreement with Serene Landscape Group for sidewalk trash collection totaling $15,210.00
• $5,000.00 contribution to the Allen Park Public Library for exterior mural panels

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on several business grants and service contracts. The board will also discuss a contribution for a public library mural project.

• Marketing & Social Media Consultant agreement with Sadie Quagliotto Social Media Services for $4,500 per month
• Façade Improvement Grant of $20,870.00 to Metropolitan Furniture at 6670 Allen Road
• Façade Improvement Grant of $22,911.00 to A.J. O’Neil Enterprise at 18708 Ecorse Road
• One-year agreement with Serene Landscape Group for trash receptacle disposal totaling $15,210.00
• $5,000.00 contribution to the Allen Park Public Library for four exterior mural panels

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator reported that Parks & Recreation received two grants totaling about $220,000 for vehicle replacement, a community event with police and firefighters was scheduled, 120 residential lead lines were replaced this year, the library offered a holiday cookie decorating workshop, and Captain Ken McLaurin retired after 26.5 years of service. No formal actions or votes were taken.

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of a Flgyt pump and a land transfer agreement for residential development. The meeting also includes the appointment of the 2026 Board of Review members and the establishment of 2026 meeting schedules.

• Purchase and installation of a Flgyt pump from Kennedy Industries for $343,929.00
• Agreement for Transfer of Land for Access to Garages and Residential Development involving Livonia Builders G2, LLC and others
• Appointment of Kenneth H. Lieber, J. Timothy O’Neill, and Zach Schlacht to the 2026 Board of Review
• Three Wayne County permits for annual maintenance, pavement restoration, and special events
• Curbside Pick-up Permit request #06-2025 for Alcides Roman with a $50 fee

Festivities Commission

The Allen Park Festivities Commission met on Dec. 1, 2025. The commission approved the meeting agenda and approved the November meeting minutes. Other agenda items such as grant requests, finance report, street fair applications, officer selection, and public comment were discussed but no further actions were recorded.

• Approved 12‑1‑25 agenda
• Approved November meeting minutes

Festivities Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes without opposition. It adopted the revised grant request letter, approved street‑fair applications and sponsor benefit rates, and elected Kyle, Maria, and Stef as chairperson, vice‑chairperson, and secretary respectively. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:05 pm.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous)
• Approved November minutes (unanimous)
• Approved grant request letter text (unanimous)
• Approved street‑fair applications and data for public release (unanimous)
• Approved sponsor benefits and rates, including Kid’s Zone increase (unanimous)
• Elected Kyle as chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Maria as vice‑chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Stef as secretary (unanimous)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council voted to waive the bid process and approve a five‑year agreement with Priority Waste LLC for commercial and residential solid, compostable, and recyclable waste collection and disposal services, authorizing the mayor to sign. The council also considered a special use permit for an automatic car wash at the Fairlane Green shopping center and a door‑to‑door AT&T Fiber Services permit with a $300 fee. A closed‑session meeting was scheduled to address pending litigation involving VDG Monroe LLC.

• Resolution to waive bid process and approve five‑year waste collection contract with Priority Waste LLC
• Resolution on special/regulated use permit for an automatic car wash at Fairlane Green (C‑6A zone)
• Door‑to‑door permit #06‑2025 for AT&T Fiber Services, $300 fee, expires 12/31/25
• Closed‑session to discuss VDG Monroe LLC et al. v. City of Allen Park litigation

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator presented several informational items to the council, including upcoming community events, waste collection schedules, and holiday office closures. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded during this meeting.

Beautification Commission

The Allen Park Beautification Commission will review logo ideas and its year‑end financials. It will receive updates on the Butterfly Project and the 2025 Adopt‑A‑Flowerbed program. Commissioners will discuss and vote on whether to cancel the December meeting. The agenda also includes citizen comments and commission remarks.

• Logo ideas presented by Gabbi and Kendra
• Year‑end financials for commission review
• Butterfly Project update by Gabbi
• 2025 Adopt‑A‑Flowerbed wrap‑up
• Discussion and vote on December meeting cancellation

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will consider three ordinances regarding property maintenance and public alcohol consumption, along with resolutions for a police camera system and a public art grant.

• Police camera system purchase for $97,268.39
• Ordinance to prohibit plants over 12 inches between sidewalk and street
• Ordinance to regulate hedges and shrubs
• Ordinance to prohibit open alcohol in public places
• Resolution to apply for Detroit Institute of Arts mural grant

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Council took no formal actions during this meeting. The City Administrator provided updates on the Phase III shopping area, the opening of First Watch restaurant, basketball program registration, fire safety education, new fire station living quarters, a new firefighter hire, the police chief's Red Cross training, gratitude yoga, a food‑drive, the Lighted Christmas Parade, and staff recognitions. No approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded.

Festivities Commission

The commission formally approved the agenda for the November 3, 2025 meeting. It also approved the minutes from the November meeting. No other actions were recorded as decided.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved November meeting minutes

Festivities Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the October minutes, both unanimously. It decided not to hold a logo contest and adopted the logo featuring a tire, Ferris wheel cars, and a 2026 banner. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. after a unanimous motion.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October minutes (unanimous)
• Decided not to hold a logo contest (unanimous)
• Adopted street fair logo with tire, Ferris wheel cars, 2026 banner (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:50 p.m. (unanimous)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will consider several resolutions. These include approving contracts for dog park fencing installation by Pro‑Line Fencing, LLC ($56,167), a technology implementation award to Actron Systems ($36,395.71), and concrete work by Savone Cement ($10,000). The council will also review an application from Top Shelf Golf for a new on‑premises DDA Redevelopment Class C and SDM license with Sunday sales and an entertainment permit, and will consider the employment agreement for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes and the appointment of Plant Moran as city auditor.

• Dog park fencing installation award to Pro‑Line Fencing, LLC – $56,167
• Technology implementation award to Actron Systems – $36,395.71 (bidding waived)
• Concrete work award to Savone Cement – $10,000
• Application from Top Shelf Golf, 6650 Allen Rd., for new on‑premises DDA Redevelopment Class C and SDM license with Sunday sales and entertainment permit
• Employment agreement for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes approved; appointment of Plant Moran as city auditor for FY24/25 audit

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on three facade improvement grants for local businesses. The board is also deciding on contracts for snow removal and street light pole banners, as well as the 2026 special events calendar.

• Facade grant for Tally Dental (5300 Allen Road) up to $9,004.00
• Facade grant for Trina O’Malley’s (6752 Allen Road) up to $25,000.00
• Facade grant for Cottage Inn Pizza (15550 Southfield Road) up to $25,000.00
• Snow and ice removal contract for John’s Lawn Maintenance & Snow Removal for $12,360.00
• Winter-themed banners from Signs by Crannie up to $35,606.00

Downtown Development Authority

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, minutes, September financial report, several façade improvement grants, a snow‑removal contract, and winter‑themed street‑pole banners. It also approved Detroit Lions themed banners for DDA street‑light poles at a cost up to $19,895, with an 8‑1 vote. The 2026 DDA special‑events calendar was approved unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September financial report and October expenses (unanimous)
• Awarded façade improvement grant up to $9,004 to 5300 Allen Rd (unanimous)
• Awarded façade improvement grant up to $25,000 to 6752 Allen Rd (unanimous)
• Awarded façade improvement grant up to $25,000 to 15550 Southfield Rd (unanimous, P. Zingas abstained)
• Awarded snow & ice removal contract to John’s Lawn Maintenance & Snow Removal for $12,360 (unanimous)
• Approved winter‑themed banners from Signs by Crannie for up to $35,606 (unanimous)
• Approved Detroit Lions themed banners from Signs by Crannie for up to $19,895 (8-1, Nay J. Holden)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will consider approving facade improvement grants for three local businesses and a snow removal contract for the upcoming winter season.

• Approval of a Facade Improvement Grant to Tally Dental (up to $9,004.00)
• Approval of a Facade Improvement Grant to Trina O’Malley’s (up to $25,000.00)
• Approval of a Facade Improvement Grant to Cottage Inn Pizza (up to $25,000.00)
• Approval to award a contract to John’s Lawn Maintenance & Snow Removal ($12,360.00)
• Approval for winter-themed banners for DDA street light poles (up to $35,606.00)

Public Meeting

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority held a public information meeting on October 23, 2025 at City Hall. The agenda included a call to order, a presentation by the DDA Director, and public comment. No formal decisions, approvals, denials, or tabling of items were recorded.

Festivities Commission

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. A motion to provide $1,000 to the Elks Pumpkin Patch party was approved by a 4-1 vote. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 5:58 p.m.

• Agenda approval – carried unanimously
• Approved $1,000 grant for Elks Pumpkin Patch party (4-1)
• Adjournment – carried unanimously

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The administrator reported ongoing concrete repairs by the Water Department and the restart of lead service line replacements. Daily street sweeping will continue until leaves are cleared. City offices will close on Veterans Day with a ceremony at the memorial, and several community events were announced, including Halloween safety times, an author talk, an ASL class, and Officer Kevin Locklear’s retirement.

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will vote on several resolutions, including grants for the fire department and a dog tot lot, and approvals for outdoor events. Two resolutions will close Park Avenue to vehicle traffic on October 24 and October 31 for Halloween trunk‑or‑treat and pumpkin‑patch events. The council will also consider ordinance readings that modify environmental definitions, hedge regulations, land conveyance, and open‑alcohol rules, and a third‑reading vote on a zoning ordinance allowing motor‑vehicle wash uses in the C‑6A district.

• Resolution to approve a $4,017 grant for a 10‑ft table for the fire station kitchen remodel
• Resolution to approve an $11,865 IGA for improvements to the Gingham Dog Tot Lot
• Resolution to close Park Avenue between White Ave and Harrison Ave on Oct. 24, 2025 (3 PM‑8 PM) for a Halloween trunk‑or‑treat event
• Resolution to close Park Avenue between Philomene Blvd and White Ave on Oct. 31, 2025 (3 PM‑9 PM) for a pumpkin‑patch Halloween event
• Third‑reading and public hearing approval of Ordinance #05‑2025 permitting motor‑vehicle wash establishments in the C‑6A (Fairlane Green) district

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator reported on several ongoing initiatives. Updates included the purchase of communication boards for parks, upcoming State Hockey Quarter Finals, DTE energy rebates, a museum pumpkin party, the annual audit, water main connections, and ramp improvements funded by a block grant. No new council actions or votes were recorded.

Festivities Commission

The commission called the meeting to order, took roll call, and approved the agenda and September meeting minutes. Items such as a fire department grant request, finance report, street fair website, applications, matters arising, and public comment were noted, but no actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission approved the meeting agenda and the July‑August minutes without dissent. It then granted $4,017 to the Fire Department for a new walnut table. Commissioners also agreed to appoint a Grant Manager to oversee grant records and payments. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous)
• Approved July and August minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $4,017 Fire Department grant for new table (unanimous)
• Agreed to appoint a Grant Manager to oversee grant tracking
• Assigned Steve to contact the American Legion about AED needs
• Assigned Kyle to contact the Knights of Columbus about AED needs
• Assigned Stef to improve the street fair website content
• Motion to adjourn passed (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on a professional services contract for South Allen Road enhancements and an employment agreement for Director Benjamin Hughes. The board will also review the August financial report and a summary of the Paint the Park Mural Festival.

• Contract award to OHM Advisors for South Allen Road streetscape planning
• Employment agreement for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes
• $500 contribution to Allen Park Elks Lodge #2194 for the 37th Annual Trick-or-Treat event
• Approval of August financial report and expenses

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority approved its agenda and minutes, accepted the August financial report, awarded a consulting contract to OHM Advisors for South Allen Road enhancements, and provided $500 to the Elks Lodge Trick‑or‑Treat event. It also approved an employment agreement for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes with a 7‑1 vote.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August financial report and expenses (unanimous)
• Awarded consulting contract to OHM Advisors for South Allen Road streetscape (unanimous)
• Approved $500 financial support for 37th Elks Lodge Trick‑or‑Treat event (unanimous)
• Approved execution of employment agreement for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes (7-1, NAY – Gail McLeod)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on several items, including the approval of the August financial report and the minutes from the August 28 meeting. The board will award a professional services contract to OHM Advisors for consulting on South Allen Road enhancement options. It will also approve a $500 contribution to the Allen Park Elks Lodge #2194 for its 37th annual Trick‑or‑Treat event and an employment agreement for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes.

• Award contract to OHM Advisors for South Allen Road streetscape consulting
• Approve $500 financial support for Allen Park Elks Lodge #2194 Trick‑or‑Treat event
• Approve employment agreement for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes
• Accept August financial report and approve August expenses
• Approve minutes from the August 28, 2025 DDA Board meeting

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The council was briefed on upcoming library events, including a Medicare 101 session on September 30 and a women’s self‑defense class on October 4. Parks and Recreation announced four University of Michigan‑Dearborn ice games, a women’s college hockey regional in February, and that basketball registration will start November 1. The city reported a Shred Day and Styrofoam Collection on October 11, the completion of Englewood street work from Quandt to Park Avenue, and that all water‑main projects are finished with restoration pending. No motions were approved, denied, or tabled during this meeting.

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator reported that the south side of Englewood is complete and work on the north side will begin by the end of the week, followed by road construction on Jonas. New water services are being installed on Euclid and Hanover, and the O’Connor water main project will start this week, completing the Capital Plan for water mains this fiscal year. The library renovation is progressing with new study rooms expected soon, and several community events were announced, including an author talk, Shred Day, and the Made in Michigan Festival. No formal council actions or votes were recorded.

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council meeting will consider several resolutions, including final approval of the FY2024/2025 budget amendments. It will also act on a secondary settlement for the National Opioid Settlement, appoint a full‑time Deputy Treasurer, and allocate funds for park improvements. A door‑to‑door solicitation permit for Ripple Fiber is on the consent agenda.

• Resolution to approve the final Budget Amendments for the FY2024/2025 Budget
• Resolution to authorize signing of secondary settlement documents related to the National Opioid Settlement
• Resolution to appoint Kristen Zotter as full‑time Deputy Treasurer with a salary of $45,000
• Resolution to allocate $30,000 to the Parks & Recreation Department for improvements to Harold Duda/Kiwanis Tot Lot (Barney Park)
• Door‑to‑Door Solicitation Permit Request #05-2025 for Ripple Fiber – $300, expires 12/31/25

Festivities Commission

The Allen Park Festivities Commission approved the agenda for the August 25, 2025 meeting and approved the July and August meeting minutes. The commission discussed a beer‑tent payout and a water donation for the 2025 street fair, but no decisions were recorded on those items. No other actions were taken.

• Approved 8-25-25 agenda
• Approved July & August meeting minutes

Festivities Commission

The commission unanimously approved a $3,000 grant for the Historic Commission and a $4,000 payment to the Knights of Columbus for beer‑tent staffing. It also authorized Kyle to explore disposal options for leftover water, opened band applications for October, added a post‑fair review to future agendas, appointed Steve to review vendor processes, and donated $1,000 to the AP High School football program.

• Approved $3,000 Historic Commission grant (unanimous, Steve abstained)
• Approved $4,000 payment to Knights of Columbus (unanimous, Steve & Kyle abstained)
• Authorized Kyle to investigate water disposal options (unanimous)
• Decided to open band applications in October (unanimous)
• Decided to add post‑fair review to upcoming meeting agendas (unanimous)
• Appointed Steve as sole reviewer of vendor questionnaire (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 donation to AP High School football program (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 pm (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority approved a $20,000 contribution to the City of Allen Park for a mural on the former movie theater wall. It also approved a $17,241 grant reimbursement to Custard on the Avenue for façade improvements. The July financial report and expenses were accepted, and the meeting agenda and prior minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved $20,000 contribution for former movie theater wall mural (unanimous)
• Approved $17,241 grant reimbursement to Custard on the Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted July financial report and approved July expenses (unanimous)
• Approved August 28 agenda with change of order (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 24 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved July expenses (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority voted to contribute $20,000 to the city for a mural design on the former movie theater wall. It also approved a $17,241 facade‑improvement grant payment to Park Avenue Realty at 6834 Park Avenue and an $11,950 contribution toward resurfacing the Beatrice Parking Lot. The board accepted the July financial report and related expenses.

• Approve $20,000 contribution to the City of Allen Park for the former movie theater wall mural
• Approve $17,241 Facade Improvement Grant payment to Park Avenue Realty, 6834 Park Avenue
• Approve $11,950 DDA contribution toward $47,800 resurfacing of Beatrice Parking Lot (75% funded by local businesses)
• Accept July financial report and approve July expenses

Housing Commission

The minutes consist only of a notice stating the date, time, and location of the meeting. No agenda items, votes, or actions were documented.

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on several funding contributions for downtown improvements. The board will also review the July financial report and receive updates on the Paint the Park Mural Festival.

• Proposed $20,000 contribution for a mural on the former movie theater wall
• Proposed $17,241.00 Façade Improvement Grant payment to Park Avenue Realty at 6834 Park Avenue
• Proposed $11,950 contribution for resurfacing the Beatrice Parking Lot (total cost $47,800)
• Approval of July financial report and expenses

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator reported several informational items to the council. Topics included finance director training, senior Olympic medals, ice arena programs, a new police officer, fire training funding, upcoming events, library renovations, and infrastructure projects. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

At the regular meeting, the Allen Park City Council considered several resolutions, including approval of two outdoor event applications for The Streatery with $85 fees, authorization of the National Opioid Settlement documents, and extension of the fire academy agreement to 2030. The council also voted to waive the bid process and purchase pump‑station monitoring and control equipment from Kennedy Industries for $52,617.46. Additionally, an ordinance amendment to allow motor‑vehicle wash establishments in the Fairlane Green (C‑6A) district was read, and a closed‑session was called to discuss pending litigation.

• Approve The Streatery “Summer Farewell” outdoor event on Sept 20, 2025 – $85 fee
• Approve The Streatery “Annual Chili Cook Off” outdoor event on Oct 11, 2025 – $85 fee
• Authorize signing of National Opioid Settlement documents
• Waive bid process and purchase pump‑station monitoring and control equipment from Kennedy Industries for $52,617.46
• Amend zoning code (Chapter 52, §§ 52‑419‑52‑446) to permit motor‑vehicle wash establishments in the C‑6A (Fairlane Green) district

Festivities Commission

The Allen Park Festivities Commission will meet to review a donation request from the Kiwanis organization and discuss items for the 2025 street fair. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting agenda, roll call, and planning for the September meeting. Additional agenda items cover matters arising, public comments, and commission comments.

• Kiwanis donation request
• Street fair 2025 items and discussion
• September meeting planning
• Matters arising
• Public comment

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission approved allocating $30,000 to the Parks & Recreation department for improvements at Duda Park, passing 4-2. The meeting agenda was approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda for 08-25-25 (unanimous)
• Allocated $30,000 to Parks & Recreation for Duda Park improvements (4-2)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:25 pm (unanimous)

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission approved the meeting agenda for August 20, 2025. It also approved the minutes from the July meeting. No other actions, such as the proposed community clean‑up date or award design, were decided.

• Approved agenda for Aug 20, 2025
• Approved July meeting minutes

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will meet to vote on several infrastructure contracts, including ADA curb repairs and ball diamond maintenance. The body will also consider a new appointment to the Housing Commission and a part-time treasury hire.

• Contract of $110,250.00 to G.V. Cement Contracting Company for ADA-compliant curb ramps
• Expenditure of $27,231.00 to DuraEdge for Riley and Millward/Rotary ball diamond renovations
• Purchase of a Falcon 4-ton Hotbox trailer from Alta Equipment Company not to exceed $34,433.92
• Purchase of bedbug proof furniture from Real Time Furniture for $15,157.78
• Appointment of Arthur Carmona to the Housing Commission through 12/31/28

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator reported that the Department of Public Services director attended a neighboring council meeting where a dog park property was approved. He also gave status updates on the Senior Olympics basketball shootout, road and water main work, sewer replacement, street striping, a theater mural, and staff service milestones. No council actions, approvals, or votes were recorded at this meeting.

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission voted 7‑1 to suspend the Kiwanis grant proposal until Parks & Recreation can present a revised plan. It unanimously approved sending apology letters to vendors affected by booth errors and offering Zoe Bear Craft a 20% discount on its 2026 registration. The commission also unanimously created a ZAPP event for the 2026 street fair and approved providing leftover street‑fair water to the Made in Michigan festival.

• Suspend Kiwanis grant proposal (7-1)
• Approve agenda amendment to include Kiwanis Grant request (unanimous)
• Send apology letters to affected vendors and offer Zoe Bear Craft 20% discount (unanimous)
• Create ZAPP event for street fair 2026 (unanimous)
• Provide leftover street‑fair water to Made in Michigan festival (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 8:28 pm (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority board will vote on several financial items, including a $5,000 membership fee to join Destination Downriver and a $12,000 contribution for architectural renderings of a potential park at a movie‑theater site. It will also accept the June financial report and approve June expenses. The meeting includes routine agenda and minutes approvals, public comments limited to DDA business, and informational reports from the mayor and board members.

• Approve $5,000 fee to join Destination Downriver organization
• Approve $25,000 facade improvement grant payment to Park Avenue Realty at 8048 Allen Road
• Approve $12,000 contribution for architectural renderings for a potential park at the movie theater site
• Accept June financial report and approve June expenses
• Public comments limited to DDA business only (4 minutes)

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously at 7:45 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Housing Commission

The July 24, 2025 regular meeting of the Allen Park Housing Commission was held at 1 pm in the Community Room of the Leo Paluch Apartment Building, 17000 Champaign, Allen Park, MI. The minutes contain only the meeting notice and contact information and do not record any substantive decisions, approvals, or votes.

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority approved its agenda and minutes unanimously. It accepted the June financial report and approved June and July expenses unanimously. An $5,000 one‑year trial payment to Destination Downriver was approved by an 8‑1 vote, and a $25,000 façade improvement grant reimbursement to Park Avenue Realty was approved unanimously. The board also approved a $12,000 contribution toward conceptual designs for a potential community park, also unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted June financial report and approved June/July expenses (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 Destination Downriver trial payment (8-1)
• Approved $25,000 façade improvement grant reimbursement to Park Avenue Realty (unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 contribution to city for community park design (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on several financial items, including a $5,000 annual fee to join Destination Downriver, a $25,000 grant reimbursement to Park Avenue Realty for façade improvements, and a $12,000 contribution for architectural renderings of a potential park at the movie theater site. The board will also accept the June financial report and approve June expenses, and will handle routine agenda and minutes approvals.

• Approve $5,000 annual fee to join Destination Downriver organization
• Disburse $25,000 façade improvement grant to Park Avenue Realty at 8048 Allen Road
• Allocate $12,000 to HED Architects & Engineers for conceptual design of public space
• Accept June financial report and approve June expenses
• Approve meeting agenda and minutes from June 26, 2025

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The council received an update on several road construction projects, including replacement of damaged concrete on Manor and ongoing work on Markese, Angelique, Midway, and Englewood. The Library announced schedule changes for furniture removal, study room installation, and the end of the Reading Program carnival. Additional community notices included a lemonade event, fire‑hydrant visibility improvements, a U.S. Roller Hockey Championship, and the Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will vote on several resolutions, including approvals for two outdoor events, two expenditure contracts, and a zoning amendment. One contract authorizes up to $24,000 for architectural services by HED, shared with the DDA. Another contract allows up to $13,939 for street evaluation services by C.E. Raines Company. The council will also consider a zoning text amendment to add car washes as a regulated use in the C‑6A Fairlane Green District.

• Resolution to approve the Streaterys “Street Fair Parking Lot Party” on Aug 1‑2, 2025, 11 am‑10 pm each day
• Resolution to approve Metro Vapor Plus “Spooky Summer Vendor” on Aug 24, 2025, 12 pm‑5 pm
• Resolution to approve an expenditure not to exceed $13,939.00 to C.E. Raines Company for street evaluation services
• Resolution to approve a contract with HED for architectural services, cost not to exceed $24,000.00, shared by the Allen Park DDA and the City
• Resolution to adopt a zoning ordinance amendment adding motor vehicle wash establishments as a regulated use in the C‑6A Fairlane Green District

Beautification Commission

The Allen Park Beautification Commission approved the minutes from the May meeting. The commission also selected a new chairperson. No vote tallies were recorded in the minutes.

• Approved May meeting minutes
• Selected chairperson

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of new mowing and police scanning equipment. The body is also considering a resolution to close Allen Rd for a DDA Classic Car Show on September 4.

• Street closure of Allen Rd from Southfield to Roosevelt for DDA Classic Car Show on September 4
• Purchase of two Exmark zero turn mowers for $28,898
• Purchase of LSCAN 500 scanning system for Police Department for $10,015
• Appointment of Andrew Ballas to Beautification Commission and Ken Wojciak to Housing Commission

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator reported that concrete pouring for three blocks on Manor will begin Wednesday, with driveway work to follow. Street work on Courtland is nearing completion, and water‑main replacement for Hanover, Euclid, and O’Connor is tentatively set for August pending permits. The Allen Park Ice Arena will host a U.S. Inline Hockey Tournament July 23‑31, and the Street Fair is scheduled for August 1‑2. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in this meeting.

Festivities Commission

The Allen Park Festivities Commission met on July 7, 2025. The agenda items reviewed included flower beds, T‑shirts, booth layouts, kids zone, bands/beer, generator, and other matters. The minutes do not record any approvals, votes, or other actions. Consequently, no substantive decisions were made.

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will approve payments for three facade improvement grants and a professional services agreement for a mural program.

• Award Façade Improvement Grant to Custard on the Avenue (up to $18,279)
• Disburse Façade Improvement Grant to Anna’s Drapery & Design ($10,000)
• Disburse Façade Improvement Grant to Radiant Made for Us ($7,845)
• Execute agreement with The Mural People LLC (up to $150,000)
• Approve May and June DDA expenses

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority board will approve routine items including the meeting agenda, May 22 minutes, and the May financial report. It will also vote on two facade improvement grants: up to $18,279 for Custard on the Avenue at 6834 Park Avenue and a $10,000 reimbursement to Anna's Drapery & Design at 7307 Allen Road.

• Approve the June 26 meeting agenda
• Approve minutes from the May 22 ODA Board meeting
• Accept the May financial report and expenses
• Award a facade improvement grant up to $18,279 to Custard on the Avenue, 6834 Park Avenue
• Disburse a $10,000 facade improvement grant reimbursement to Anna's Drapery & Design, 7307 Allen Road

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will meet to approve May 2025 financials and claims. The body will take action on bylaws and discuss adding an Executive Assistant to the PNC account.

• Action on bylaws
• Addition of Executive Assistant to PNC account
• Approval of May 2025 Monthly Financials
• Approval of May 2025 Claims and Accounts
• Reports on HUD Non-Compliance Issues and 2024 Audit

Housing Commission

The commission adopted the revised bylaws, approved $33,584.03 in claims and accounts, and added Executive Assistant Woodworth to the PNC accounts, each by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved the monthly financials, the May meeting minutes, and the receipt and filing of the audit.

• Approved revised Bylaws (3-0)
• Approved claims and accounts for May 2025 totaling $33,584.03 (3-0)
• Approved adding Executive Assistant Woodworth to the PNC accounts (3-0)
• Approved monthly financials for May 2025 (3-0)
• Approved May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved receipt and filing of the audit (3-0)
• Approved thank‑you letter to City of Allen Park for waiving the 2025 PILOT (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:17 pm (3-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority accepted the May financial report and approved May and June expenses. It awarded a façade improvement grant of up to $18,279 for 6834 Park Ave and reimbursed $10,000 to Anna’s Drapery & Design and $7,845 to Radiant Made for Us. The board also entered a $150,000 professional services agreement with The Mural People LLC and approved a new banner design for street‑light poles.

• Approved May financial report and May/June expenses (unanimous)
• Awarded façade improvement grant up to $18,279 to 6834 Park Ave (unanimous)
• Disbursed $10,000 to Anna’s Drapery & Design, 7307 Allen Rd (unanimous)
• Disbursed $7,845 to Radiant Made for Us, 6634 Allen Rd (unanimous)
• Executed $150,000 mural contract with The Mural People LLC (unanimous)
• Approved banner design for DDA street‑light poles (unanimous)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will consider approving year-end budget amendments, administrative staff salary adjustments, and a waiver of payments for the Leo Paluch Apartments. The meeting also includes resolutions regarding a mural project and a five-year equipment purchase agreement.

• FY2024-2025 Year-End Budget Amendments
• Administrative/Appointed Staff hourly-to-salary conversion
• Waiving PILOT payments for Leo Paluch Apartments
• 1XRUN Mural Agreement with $14,850.00 payment
• 5-year EMS Plus equipment purchase agreement

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator provided updates on road projects, library programs, upcoming events, and police staffing. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were taken by the council. The meeting consisted solely of informational reports.

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission unanimously approved a $4,000 contract for flower‑bed watering with Len Perotta. It also approved $2,000 for trash collection, a $200 Facebook ad spend, up to $600 for 100 T‑shirts, and $375 to rent radios and a hotspot. All motions passed unanimously.

• Awarded $4,000 flower‑bed watering contract to Len Perotta (unanimous)
• Allocated $2,000 for trash collection during the street fair, managed by Evan Taylor (unanimous)
• Authorized Kyle to spend up to $200 on a Facebook ad boost (unanimous)
• Approved up to $600 to purchase 100 T‑shirts (unanimous)
• Authorized $375 to rent radios and a digital hotspot from New Communications (unanimous)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The June 10 City Council meeting consisted of reports on fire and police staff attending conferences, the arrival of a new Zamboni, park program expansions, ongoing street‑side concrete work, a library summer reading kickoff, and receipt of job applications. No approvals, denials, votes, or other formal actions were recorded. The council did not make any substantive decisions during this session.

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure and equipment purchases, including a watermain replacement project and playground equipment. The body will also hold a public hearing and vote on updating the city's purchasing ordinances.

• Watermain Replacement Bid awarded to Inner City Contracting for $1,328,373.75
• Playground equipment for Rourke Tot Lot from Game Time for $153,492.12
• Turbine Blower purchase from Revels Turf and Tractor for $10,989.00
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance #04-2025 regarding Finance and Purchasing
• Four door-to-door solicitation permits for Comcast, Safestreets USA, Adkins and Sons, and Rocket Offer at $300 each

Festivities Commission

The Allen Park Festivities Commission met on June 2, 2025. The commission approved the agenda for the meeting and approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. No other actions were recorded as decided during this session.

• Approved agenda (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved minutes from 5-5-25 (no vote tally recorded)

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission unanimously approved a $4,485 grant to the Department of Public Safety for new street barricades. It also approved a $3,000 contract with Serene Landscape Group for flower beds. The commission authorized the purchase of 100 lawn signs for up to $400, up to five large banners for up to $750, and up to $200 for 100 flyers. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved $4,485 DPS barricade grant (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 flower bed contract to Serene Landscape Group (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 100 lawn signs up to $400 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of up to 5 large banners up to $750 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of up to $200 for 100 flyers (unanimous)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposal to ban new gas stations for five years. The body will also vote on resolutions to approve road closures for car shows and fireworks, and to authorize the purchase of police vehicles and library furniture.

• Public hearing on proposed 5-year moratorium on new gas stations
• Resolution to approve Allen Road closures for Car Show and Made in Michigan Festival
• Resolution to authorize purchase of 2 patrol vehicles and 1 detective vehicle for $146,885
• Resolution to approve purchase of library study rooms for $85,603.87
• Proclamation declaring June 2025 as Pride Month

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Council received a report from the City Administrator covering ongoing street work on Cortland and Manor Avenues, recent and upcoming alley paving, and progress on the Dog Park project. It also noted the arrival of the Library’s Book Bike, the start of summer library hours, upcoming demos of a new cloud‑based BS&A system, and the completion of Millward Park renovations. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Beautification Commission

The commission approved the agenda and the March 19 minutes. It scheduled a June 21, 2025 cleanup event at the Blue Star Memorial from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The commission decided that flower beds on Wick and Manor will not be adopted this year. Festivities commission flower beds on Pelham and Allen will be completed by a landscape company by early July.

• Agenda amended and approved (Kyle/Kendra)
• Minutes of March 19, 2025 approved (Kendra/Kyle)
• June 21, 2025 cleanup event scheduled at Blue Star Memorial
• Flower beds on Wick and Manor not adopted this year
• Festivities commission to complete Pelham and Allen flower beds by early July

Public Meeting

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority convened a public information meeting on May 22, 2025 at City Hall. The agenda included a call to order, a presentation by the DDA Director, public comment, and adjournment. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on approving two facade improvement grants, a contract for street light banners, and the paving of nine alleys. The board will also consider the sale of a portion of the Warwick parking lot.

• Award Façade Improvement Grant up to $3,666 to 17140 Ecorse Road
• Disburse Façade Improvement Grant of $25,000 to 6627 Park Avenue
• Award contract to Signs by Crannie for street light pole banners
• Pave nine alleys in the DDA district for $306,522.20
• Sell DDA-owned portion of Warwick parking lot for $15,000

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority unanimously approved the paving of four alleys for $133,621 and nine alleys for $306,525.20, funded from FY 2024‑2025 and FY 2025‑2026 infrastructure accounts. It also awarded a $112,000 contract to Signs by Crannie for design, installation, and maintenance of street‑light pole banners throughout the district. Additional actions included facade improvement grants, a parking‑lot sale, and routine financial approvals.

• Approved agenda change to increase alleys from nine to thirteen, adding $133,621 (unanimous)
• Approved April and May financial reports and expenses (unanimous)
• Awarded Facade Improvement Grant up to $3,666 to 17140 Ecorse Rd (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 Facade Improvement Grant reimbursement to 6627 Park Ave (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Signs by Crannie for street‑light pole banners, not to exceed $112,000 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $133,621 to Savone Cement to pave four alleys (FY 2024‑2025) (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $306,525.20 to Savone Cement to pave nine alleys (FY 2025‑2026) (unanimous)
• Approved sale of DDA‑owned parking lot portion for $15,000 to Greg and Joanne Szalai (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

At its May 22, 2025 meeting, the Allen Park Downtown Development Authority Board approved several financial actions. The board authorized a $306,522.20 contract with Savone Cement to pave nine alleys in the DDA district and approved the sale of the DDA‑owned portion of the Warwick parking lot to Greg and Joanne Szalai for $15,000. Additional approvals included a $3,666 facade improvement grant for 17140 Ecorse Road, a $25,000 grant for 6627 Park Avenue, and a contract with Signs by Crannie to design, install, and maintain street‑light pole banners throughout the district.

• Approve $306,522.20 contract to Savone Cement to pave nine alleys in the DDA district
• Approve sale of DDA‑owned portion of Warwick parking lot to Greg and Joanne Szalai for $15,000
• Approve Facade Improvement Grant up to $3,666 for 17140 Ecorse Road (owner Jeff Reynolds)
• Approve $25,000 Facade Improvement Grant for 6627 Park Avenue (owner Ahmed Haidar)
• Approve contract to Signs by Crannie for design, installation, and maintenance of street‑light pole banners

The Allen Park Employees Retirement System (APERS) Board of Trustees

The Allen Park Employees’ Retirement System Board will approve its consent agenda, which includes several invoice payments. It will also accept the 2024 valuation report, an investment update, and retirement applications for two police lieutenants. Additional updates from the administrator and legal counsel will be provided before adjourning.

• Approve $120.00 invoice to James Wilkewitz for consulting services (Mar 1–May 8, 2025)
• Approve $1,260.00 invoice to Bill Mehall for pension administrator services (Mar 1–May 8, 2025)
• Approve $1,950.00 invoice to MMRO for independent psychiatric evaluation
• Approve $39,903.10 invoice to PNC Institutional Asset Management for Jan–Mar 2025 services
• Approve $2,662.50 invoice to VMT Law for legal services (Jan–Mar 2025)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The May 13, 2025 City Council meeting consisted of an administrator’s report. The report provided updates on lead‑service‑line replacements, road and storm‑sewer work, police department activities, park rehabilitation, library services, and a $125,000 CDBG grant. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Festivities Commission

The Allen Park Festivities Commission approved its May 5, 2025 agenda. It also approved the minutes from the April 7 and April 23, 2025 meetings. No other actions were recorded as decided.

• Approved agenda for 5‑5‑25
• Approved minutes for 4‑7‑25 and 4‑23‑25

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission approved several items for the upcoming fair. It adopted a $1,800 fee for Knights of Columbus block captains with a 10% beer revenue share, hired NAIAS as the security vendor for $847, and approved the draft annual report. It also authorized a shuttle partnership with Parks & Rec, selected three bounce houses plus an obstacle course for $2,800, allowed a local vendor a booth for up to $225, and named Cougar Generators the preferred generator provider.

• Approved $1,800 block captain fee and 10% beer revenue share (unanimous)
• Hired NAIAS as security vendor for $847 (unanimous)
• Approved draft annual report for presentation to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
• Authorized Parks & Rec to operate the shuttle (unanimous)
• Approved three bounce houses and obstacle course for $2,800 (unanimous)
• Allowed Thunder Cleaning booth for not more than $225 (unanimous)
• Made Cougar Generators the preferred generator provider (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and prior meeting minutes (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority unanimously approved funding for paving five alleys on Ecorse Road ($179,360.20) and concrete replacement for a city‑owned alley ($86,314.00). It also approved a grass‑cutting contract, two façade improvement grants ($20,870 and $6,843), and a $22,000 payment to The Mural People for a mural project. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved paving of five alleys on Ecorse Road – $179,360.20 (unanimous)
• Approved concrete replacement for city alley behind Southfield Road – $86,314.00 (unanimous)
• Approved one‑year grass‑cutting agreement with John’s Landscaping & Snow Removal (unanimous)
• Awarded façade improvement grant to Metropolitan Furniture, 6670 Allen Rd. – up to $20,870 (unanimous)
• Awarded façade improvement grant to 6760 Professional Building – up to $6,843 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $22,000 to The Mural People for mural on former movie theater site (unanimous)
• Accepted March financial report and approved March and April expenses (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and minutes from prior meetings (unanimous)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve financial reports, a landscaping contract, and two façade improvement grants. The board will also authorize payments for alley paving and a downtown mural.

• Approval of 2025 grass cutting agreement with John’s Landscaping
• Grant award to Metropolitan Furniture up to $20,870
• Grant award to 6760 Professional Building up to $6,843
• Approval to pay Savone Cement $179,360.20 for alley paving
• Approval to pay Savone Cement $86,314.00 for concrete replacement

Housing Commission

The commission approved the agenda, meeting minutes, and monthly financials for February and March 2025. It also approved claims and accounts for February ($27, 543.35) and March ($58,849.72) with unanimous votes. Commissioner Milberg’s resignation was read, and Mayor McLeod announced a new commissioner will be appointed. The meeting was adjourned at 2:03 pm.

• Approved agenda for April 24, 2025 meeting (4-0)
• Approved March 27, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved February 2025 monthly financials (4-0)
• Approved February 2025 claims and accounts $27, 543.35 (4-0)
• Approved March 2025 monthly financials (4-0)
• Approved March 2025 claims and accounts $58,849.72 (4-0)
• Read resignation of Commissioner Milberg (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:03 pm (4-0)

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority met on April 24, 2025 to approve its agenda, minutes, and the March financial report. The board voted to approve a grass‑cutting contract, two facade‑improvement grants totaling $27,713, and several capital projects, including paving five alleys on Ecorse Road for $179,360.20, replacing a concrete alley behind Southfield Road for $86,314, and commissioning a $20,000 mural at the former movie‑theater site. All items required board votes.

• Approve paving of five alleys on Ecorse Road – contract to Savone Cement for $179,360.20
• Approve concrete replacement of alley behind Southfield Road near Allen Road – $86,314 payment to Savone Cement
• Approve $20,000 payment to The Mural People to design and paint a mural on the city wall at the former movie theater site near Philomene Boulevard and Allen Road
• Approve grass‑cutting agreement with John’s Landscaping & Snow Removal for 2025 (no dollar amount listed)
• Approve facade‑improvement grants: up to $20,870 for Metropolitan Furniture at 6670 Allen Road and up to $6,843 for 6760 Professional Building at 6760 Allen Road

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission unanimously approved its agenda for the meeting. It also unanimously approved allowing Vibe/Fit to run the Zumbathon with all proceeds going to ARC Downriver. The commission unanimously accepted Village Ford as a silver sponsor for $2,000 with extra booth space, and accepted All American Gutter as a silver sponsor for $1,250 without publicity benefits. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Vibe/Fit to run Zumbathon, proceeds to ARC Downriver (unanimous)
• Approved Village Ford as silver sponsor with 10' x 25' space for $2,000 (unanimous)
• Approved All American Gutter as silver sponsor for $1,250 with no publicity benefits (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:28 pm (unanimous)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions for the annual Allen Park Street Fair, including road closures and liquor licensing. The body will also review contracts for safety netting and park shelter renovations.

• Agreement with All American Arena for safety netting replacement and re-installation for $10,380.00
• Renovation of Millward/Rotary Park picnic shelter area by Savone Cement using funds not to exceed $26,000.00
• Closure of Allen Road between Southfield and Roosevelt Ave for the Street Fair from July 31 to August 3
• Application for a State of Michigan Beer & Wine License for the AP Street Fair (August 1-2)
• Parade permits for APAC Parade (May 17) and Memorial Day Parade (May 18) with fees waived

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The council was informed of upcoming community events, including the APAC Parade on May 17 and the Memorial Day Parade on May 18. The Made in Michigan Festival dates were changed to September 12‑13. Updates were given on utility repairs, Manor Avenue road replacement, lead line replacements, a new Zamboni arrival, and a donation of weight‑room equipment to the fire department. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Beautification Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and adopted the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. A unanimous motion allocated $150 from the Beautification Commission budget to purchase litter grabbers for future cleanup events. Other items such as the June 21 cleanup event and the beautification nomination period were noted but not voted on.

• Approved meeting agenda (Kyle and Cathy)
• Approved minutes of March 19, 2025 meeting (Cathy and Don)
• Allocated $150 for litter grabbers, motion carried unanimously (motion by Kyle Waligora, supported by Cathy Collier)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will accept Councilman Dennis Marcos' resignation and appoint Edward A. Wurtzbacher to fill the vacant council seat. A handbill permit (#02-2025) for Lockard Lawn LLC is approved for $50. The Council will also approve the appointment of Aaron Filipski as Director of Public Service at an annual salary of $105,000.

• Accept and file the resignation of Councilman Dennis Marcos
• Appointment and swearing‑in of Edward A. Wurtzbacher to the City Council (Sect. 7.02)
• Handbill Permit #02-2025 – Lockard Lawn LLC – $50
• Resolution to appoint Aaron Filipski as Director of Public Service, salary $105,000

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The council was briefed on road construction on Manor Avenue, a water‑main bid for Hanover, Euclid and O’Connor, cement repairs and park improvements by Savone Cement, water‑sewer staff training, the start of the adult softball league, a school library visit, landscaping hardware installation by Serinity Landscaping, a budget review to be delivered on April 22, new copiers, and a Shred Day event. No motions were voted on or decisions made during this meeting.

Festivities Commission

The Allen Park Festivities Commission approved the agenda for the April 7, 2025 meeting and approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting. No other actions were recorded as decided; the remaining items were listed for discussion.

• Approved meeting agenda (no vote tally provided)
• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (no vote tally provided)

Festivities Commission

The Festivities Commission approved a grant of up to $26,000 to repair the shelter and extend the walking path at Millward Park. It also approved a $2,500 contract with Pete Banker Sound for event audio, and recommended that the city apply for a beer and wine permit for the 2025 Street Fair. The commission selected West Side Distribution as the beer and wine supplier and waived booth fees for city commissions, departments, and veteran service organizations.

• Approved up to $26,000 grant for Millward Park shelter repairs (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 contract with Pete Banker Sound for event audio (unanimous)
• Recommended to Mayor and Council to apply for a beer and wine permit for the 2025 Street Fair (unanimous)
• Approved West Side Distribution as beer and wine supplier for the event (unanimous)
• Waived booth fees for City of Allen Park commissions, departments, and veteran service organizations (unanimous)
• Secured $4,000 sponsorship from SBK Orthodontics for the Kid’s Zone (unanimous)
• Approved agenda for 4‑27‑25 (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes of 3‑12‑25 (unanimous)

The Allen Park Employees Retirement System (APERS) Board of Trustees

The Allen Park Employees’ Retirement System Board of Trustees will meet on April 2, 2025 at 11 am in the AP Conference Room. The agenda includes amendments, a discussion of a non-duty disability pension application, citizen comments, and adjournment. The board will take action on any decisions related to the pension application.

• Amendments to agenda
• Discussion of non-duty disability pension application
• Citizen comments

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will meet to adopt the proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026. The board will also review the February financial report and approve expenses for February and March.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Operating Budget
• Approval of February and March expenses

Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority unanimously approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 27 meeting. The board also accepted the March financial report and approved February and March expenses. The FY 2025‑2026 operating budget was approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approve March 27 agenda – unanimous
• Approve February 27 minutes – unanimous
• Accept March financial report and approve Feb‑Mar expenses – unanimous
• Approve FY 2025‑2026 operating budget – unanimous
• Adjourn meeting – unanimous

Housing Commission

The Allen Park Housing Commission will meet on March 27, 2025 for routine business. Commissioners will approve the agenda, prior meeting minutes, the February 2025 financial statements and claims, and will review the Executive Director’s employment contract. The meeting also includes reports on vacancy, the HUD Recovery Agreement, an intercom system update, recertification, a five‑year plan update, and a Michigan Housing Director conference.

• Approval of the agenda
• Approval of January 27, 2028, and February 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 2025 monthly financials
• Approval of February 2025 claims and accounts
• Review of the Executive Director employment contract

Housing Commission

The commission voted 3‑0 to terminate Executive Director Andrew Hill’s employment contract effective March 27, 2025. It also approved retaining an interim facilities manager to begin March 28, 2025. The February 2025 monthly financials and claims reports were tabled pending clarification. All votes were unanimous among the three commissioners present.

• Terminate Executive Director contract (effective 3/27/2025) – Yeas: 3, Absent: 1
• Retain interim facilities manager (effective 3/28/2025) – Yeas: 3, Absent: 1
• Table February 2025 Monthly Financials – Unanimous affirmative
• Table February 2025 Claims & Accounts – Unanimous affirmative

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, accept the February financial report and approve February and March expenses, and adopt the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 operating budget. The meeting also includes public comments limited to DDA business and updates from the city, marketing committee, design committee, executive director and attorney.

• Approval of the March 27, 2025 meeting agenda
• Approval of the February 27, 2025 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the February financial report and approval of February and March expenses
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025‑2026 operating budget
• Public comments limited to DDA business only (4 minutes)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will consider several resolutions, including funding for ADA‑compliant walkways, an outdoor event permit, and a special use permit for a coffee drive‑thru. A key item is the resolution that the city assumes jurisdiction and long‑term maintenance responsibility for the storm‑water management system at 3022 Fairlane Drive. The council also waives the fee for a parade permit for the Downriver Runners 5K street fair scheduled for August 2, 2025.

• Resolution to approve Savone Cement walkways and bleachers with $9,000.00 (acct. #101-751-783-000) and $8,350.00 (acct. #101-751-784-000)
• Resolution to approve an outdoor event permit for The Streatery at 5955 Allen Rd on April 12, 2025, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM
• Resolution to grant/deny a special use permit for Seven Brew Coffee drive‑thru at 14800‑14820 Southfield Rd, conditional on Planning Commission recommendations
• Resolution to assume long‑term maintenance of the storm‑water system for the project at 3022 Fairlane Drive
• Parade Permit #01-2025 fee waived for Downriver Runners Annual Allen Park Street Fair 5K on August 2, 2025

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Administrator presented a report covering several updates, including Hazmat training for Sgt. Richard Hamilton, a recent home birth attended by the fire department, upcoming commercial fire inspections, street sweeping, road improvement planning, APAC baseball registration, the new Farmers Market location, and upcoming Shred Day and Styrofoam Collection. No council decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council meeting will consider several resolutions, including waiving the normal bid process to award a $51,399 upgrade to Dura Edge. Other items include purchasing a submersible sewage pump for $32,779, approving a $41,569.75 demolition contract for a house and garage at 17070 Keppen Avenue, and authorizing $10,714.99 emergency repairs to Fire Truck Ladder 51. The agenda also contains routine reports, a $50 handbill permit for Elite Lawn Solutions, and a request for a Knights of Columbus fundraiser.

• Resolution to waive bid process and award $51,399 upgrade to Dura Edge
• Resolution to purchase a FLYGT submersible sewage pump for $32,779
• Resolution to accept demolition contract for $41,569.75 at 17070 Keppen Avenue
• Resolution to approve emergency fire truck ladder repair costing $10,714.99
• Handbill Permit #01-2025 for Elite Lawn Solutions of Allen Park – $50

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve financial reports, a facade improvement grant, and the purchase of benches and trash cans for the downtown district.

• Approval of January and February financial reports
• Approval of Façade Improvement Grant up to $25,000 for Park Avenue Realty
• Purchase of 70 benches for downtown district
• Purchase of 65 trash cans for downtown district
• Approval of minutes from January 23, 2025 meeting

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on a facade improvement grant for Park Avenue Realty and the purchase of 70 benches and 65 trash cans. The board will also review financial reports for January and February.

• Facade Improvement Grant not to exceed $25,000.00 for Park Avenue Realty at 8048 Allen Road
• Purchase of 70 benches for the DDA district
• Purchase of 65 trash cans for the DDA district
• Approval of January and February expenses and financial reports

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will consider a resolution setting the FY 25/26 budget timeline and a resolution to raise the minimum building permit fee from $85 to $100. Council members will hold a 3% reading and public hearing on Ordinance #02—2025, which amends several sections of Chapter 52, Zoning, and then vote on its adoption. A separate 3% reading and public hearing will be held on Ordinance #03—2025, which amends Chapter 6, Animals, to prohibit feeding pigeons and seagulls, followed by a vote on its adoption.

• Resolution to approve the FY 25/26 Budget Timeline for adoption in May 2025
• Resolution to raise the minimum Building Permit fee from $85.00 to $100.00
• 3% reading & public hearing of Ordinance #02—2025 to amend zoning district regulations
• Adoption vote on Ordinance #02—2025 after the hearing
• 3% reading & public hearing of Ordinance #03—2025 to prohibit feeding pigeons and seagulls

Housing Commission

The Allen Park Housing Commission will hold its regular meeting on February 24, 2025. Items on the agenda include approvals of the meeting agenda, January 2025 minutes, monthly financial statements, claims and accounts, and the 2025 lease which incorporates an updated VAWA provision. The board will also discuss a clarification on a prior pay‑raise vote and receive updates on the HUD recovery agreement, intercom system, and recertifications.

• Approve the meeting agenda (action)
• Approve January 2025 meeting minutes (action)
• Approve January 2025 monthly financials (action)
• Approve January 2025 claims and accounts (action)
• Approve the 2025 lease, including updated VAWA (action)

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The Allen Park City Council will meet to discuss a resolution for road work and review recommendations from the Board of Ethics. The session includes standard operational reports from the City Treasurer and City Administrator.

• Resolution to award Manor Avenue pavement replacement contract to Zuniga Cement Construction for $1,303,718.00
• Resolution regarding Board of Ethics recommendations
• Treasurer’s Report from Timothy O. Estheimer
• City Administrator updates from Tom Murray

Festivities Commission

The Allen Park Festivities Commission will meet to elect officers for 2025, discuss fair sponsorships, and review updates to the Zapp application. The meeting agenda also includes a review of the BMI task list and a discussion regarding the event planner.

• Election of Officers for 2025
• Fair Sponsorships discussion
• Zapp and application updates
• BMI Task List review
• Event Planner discussion

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The City Council will consider appointing Tom Murray as City Administrator and hold a public hearing to adopt the 2025-2029 Parks and Recreation 5 Year Master Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation of the FY 2023/2024 audit by Plante Moran.

• Appointment of Tom Murray as City Administrator at a salary of $130,000.00
• Contract for Fishbeck Engineering Services for Wet Weather Sewer Study Phase 2: $114,570.00
• Purchase of 2 hose and gear drying cabinets from Macqueen Equipment: $21,844.27
• Proposed Ordinance #02-2025 to update Zoning District Regulations
• Proposed Ordinance #03-2025 prohibiting the feeding of pigeons and seagulls

Housing Commission

The Allen Park Housing Commission will vote to approve the 2025 lease, which includes an updated VAWA provision. Commissioners will also elect a new president following the resignation of President Zuchetto. The board will approve monthly financial statements and claims for November and December 2024. Additional reports will cover the HUD Recovery Agreement and an intercom system update.

• Approval of the 2025 Lease (includes updated VAWA)
• Election of a new President after Zuchetto resignation
• Approval of November 2024 monthly financials
• Approval of December 2024 claims and accounts
• Update on HUD Recovery Agreement (ACOP) and intercom system

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve contracts for landscaping services, public art assessment, and facade improvement grants. The board will also elect new executive officers.

• Award three-year landscaping services contract to Serene Landscape Group
• Award public art assessment contract not to exceed $6,000
• Award facade improvement grant not to exceed $25,000 to 6627 Park Avenue
• Disburse $2,908.00 facade improvement grant to Robinson Wealth Management
• Elect DDA executive officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)

Downtown Development Authority

The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on awarding landscaping and public art contracts, as well as facade improvement grants totaling $27,908. The meeting will also include the election of new executive officers.

• Award landscaping services contract to Serene Landscape Group
• Award public art contract to The Mural People (up to $6,000)
• Award facade improvement grant to 6627 Park Avenue (up to $25,000)
• Disburse $2,908 facade improvement grant to Robinson Wealth Management
• Elect DDA Executive Officers

Allen Park, Michigan - City Council

The council will conduct a 3rd reading and public hearing on Ordinance #01‑2025, which would add a division to the city charter to authorize the sale of a vacant parcel identified by Tax ID 30‑004‑02‑0823‑000. The council will also consider several resolutions, including hardship guidelines for the Board of Review, appointments to city staff positions, and fee changes for zoning applications and curbside pickup permits.

• 3rd Reading & Public Hearing of Ordinance #01‑2025 to authorize sale of vacant parcel (Tax ID 30‑004‑02‑0823‑000)
• Resolution to set Application Fee $500 and Review Deposit $1,500 for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment / Rezoning Requests
• Curbside Pickup Permit #02‑2025 (Kevin Smith) – $50 fee; Permit #03‑2025 (Ion Homorogan) – $50 fee
• Resolution to appoint Yariksa Cordero‑Lozano as Building Department Operations Assistant, salary $39,000 effective Jan 15 2025
• Resolution to appoint John Laub as Finance Director, salary $118,000 effective Feb 10 2025