05/04/2026

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF BLOOMFIELD 

SYNOPSIS OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES PROCEEDINGS 

All Meetings Held at Bloomfield Township Hall (Meetings Streamed Online and on Local Access T.V.) 

Monday, April 13, 2026 – 6:30 P.M. 

 

Welcome & Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States 

 

 

  1. Attendance 

 

All Board members were present.  

 

 

 

  1. Public Comment 

 

Public comment opened at 6:30 P.M. 

 

The following people communicated with the Board during the meeting: 

 

  • Effie Steele 

  • David Thomas 

  • Maryalice Leduc 

 

 

Public comment closed at 6:40 P.M. 

 

 

  1. Consider Consent Agenda                      

  1.  Approve Board Minutes of March 23, 2026 

  1.  Approve Payroll and Vouchers for April 13, 2026 

  1.  Approve 2026/2027 RCOC Annual Maintenance Agreement 

  1.  Approve Vendor Selection and Purchase of New Asphalt Paver 

  1.  Approve Vendor Selection and Purchase of New Front-End Loader 

  1.  Approve Award of the 2026 Cape/Micro Seal Project 

  1.  Approve Award of the 2026 Asphalt Resurfacing Program 

  1.  Approve the 2026 Oakland County West Nile Virus Fund Reimbursement Resolution 

 

APPROVED 

 

MOVED TO ITEM 7 

 

MOVED TO ITEM 8 

 

 

  1. Discuss Solutions to the Police Department's Present and Future Space & Functional Needs 

 

Police Chief Gallagher discussed the Police Department’s need for a new facility. The Board discussed modern standards and issues such as inadequate locker rooms and space constraints affecting operations and dispatch services. The Board expressed strong support for moving ahead with planning, noting interim challenges during construction and the importance of timely action. 

 

DISCUSSSED 

 

  1. Consider Approval of a Permit for Display Fireworks at Wabeek Country Club 4000 Clubgate Dr. for June 26, 2026 
     

The Board approved the fireworks display permit for Wabeek Country Club, 4000 Clubgate Drive, as presented by Fire Marshal Joe Syracuse, noting it is an annual event with a consistent, compliant setup and no prior safety issues. 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Consider Approval of a Permit for Display Fireworks at 3950 Franklin Road for June 19, 2026 

 

The Board approved the 3950 Franklin Road fireworks permit with conditions, requiring neighbor notification, an environmental cleanup plan for potential lake debris, and day-of-event weather/wind notification to allow cancellation if needed. 

APPROVED 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Introduction of 2026 – 2027 Water and Sewer Rates 

 

Director of Public Works Noah Mehalski presented the 2026–2027 water and sewer rates, detailing supplier cost increases, reserve management, and plans for monthly billing to improve cash flow and transparency. The Board discussed smart meter upgrades, data security, and modest rate adjustments aimed at long-term stability. Emphasis was placed on infrastructure investment, operational efficiency, and maintaining reliable service despite rising supplier costs. Ongoing studies with Raftelis and SOCWA will guide decisions on tiered rate structures and potential water supplier alternatives. 

 

PRESENTED 

  1. (Added from Consent Agenda) Approve Board Minutes of March 23, 2026 

 

APPROVED 

  1. (Added from Consent Agenda) Approve Payroll and Vouchers for April 13, 2026 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Consider Entering Closed Session Pursuant to MCL 15.268(e) for the Purpose of Discussing Pending Litigation In the Matter of Jill Milan v Charter Township of Bloomfield, Oakland County Circuit Court, Case No. 24-211772-NO 

 

APPROVED 

  1. (Added to Agenda) Consider Returning to Open Session 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Consider Approving a Motion to Accept the Township Attorney’s Advice from the Closed Session 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Adjournment at 8:12 p.m. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADJOURNED 

 

 

Monday, April 27, 2026 – 6:30 P.M. 

 

Welcome & Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States 

 

 

Attendance 

 

All Board members were present.  

 

 

 

  1. Public Comment 

 

 

Public comment opened at 6:30 P.M. 

 

The following people communicated with the Board during the meeting: 

 

  • Tim McGrane 

  • Mike Vanhoef 

  • Beth Kalusniak 

  • Ross Gilders 

  • Eric Goldstein 

 

 

Public comment closed at 6:43 P.M. 

 

 

  1. Consider Consent Agenda                      

  1.  Approve Board Minutes of April 13, 2026 

  1. Approve Payroll and Vouchers for April 27, 2026 

  1. Approve Award of the 2026 Pothole Repair Program 

  1. Approve Treasurer’s Quarterly Financial Report 

  1. Approve Lighting District Special Assessment Districts (“SADs”) 246, 295, & 394 

APPROVED 

 

 

 

MOVED TO ITEM 13 

 

 

 

MOVED TO ITEM 14 

 

  1. Consider Request for Local Governing Body Resolution — Charitable Gaming License Organization: Holican Cultural Foundation 

 

Holican Cultural Foundation Vice Chair Carolyn Jack requested approval of a charitable gaming license intending to raise funds for the nonprofit organization’s mission of pursuing the legacy of cultural heritage for jazz ,blues, and other music.  

 

The Board approved the charitable gaming license subject to receiving the event date by Thursday, April 30, 2026. 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Discuss Solutions to the Police Department's Present and Future Space & Functional Needs 
     

Police Chief James Gallagher discussed the Department’s need to modernize its facility, ideally to a total of approximately 60,000 square feet, with additional training functions located off-site at other Township-owned properties. Chief Gallagher echoed sentiments from previous meetings emphasizing that the current building’s size and outdated features are unsuitable for modern policing. He also discouraged combining court and police functions due to space and optics. 

 

The Board acknowledged the need for a new facility and agreed that renovation is not cost-effective compared to new construction. 

 

DISSCUSSED 

  1. Consider Approval of Amendment #1 to the 2018 Settlement Agreement with Empower 

 

Treasurer Michael Schostak requested the Board’s approval for an amendment to reduce cash reserves held by Empower from 6 months to 4 months, freeing approximately $1.5 million to be invested in higher-yield portfolios. 

 

APPROVED 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Consider Approval of Amendment #3 to the Bloomfield Township Retirement Income Plan 

 

Treasurer Michael Schostak requested the Board’s approval for an amendment introducing a voluntary pension buyout program, allowing retirees to receive a lump sum payout in lieu of monthly pension benefits. 

 

APPROVED 

  1. PUBLIC HEARING OF ASSESSMENT #2: Consider Approval of the Resolution Confirming the Special Assessment Roll for the Green Phase of Bloomfield Village’s Road Paving Special Assessment District (“SAD”) No. 430 and Consider Authorizing the Road Commission for Oakland County (“RCOC”) to Proceed with the Project 

 

The project covers 3.02 miles and has an estimated cost of $7,677,826.65. The assessment is $39,373.47 per unit of benefit. 

 

Public comment opened at 7:32 P.M. 

 

The following people communicated with the Board during the meeting: 

 

  • Ann Ambrose 

  • Brian Kott 

  • Cathy Weissenborn 

 

Public comment closed at 7:39 P.M. 

 

APPROVED 

  1. PUBLIC HEARING OF ASSESSMENT #2: Consider Approval of the Resolution Confirming the Special Assessment Roll for the Vernor Estate’s Road Paving Special Assessment District (“SAD”) No. 431 and Consider Authorizing the Road Commission for Oakland County (“RCOC”) to Proceed with the Project 

 

The project covers 2.9 miles and has an estimated cost of $3,018,557.76, with 164 parcels with a full unit of benefit affected. The assessment was reduced from an initial amount of $25,205 to  $18,406 (per unit of benefit). 

 

Public comment opened at 7:52 P.M. 

 

The following people communicated with the Board during the meeting: 

 

  • Lydia White 

  • Kevin Wood 

  • Alex Kruso 

 

Public comment closed at 7:58 P.M. 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Consider Approval of 2026-27 Water and Sewer Rate Resolutions 

 

Director of Public Works Noah Mehalski presented rate resolutions for 2026-27 water and sewer services. 

 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Consider Site Plan Request for Orfin & Associates at 3120 South Boulevard 

 

Director of Planning. Building, and Ordinance Andrea Szajnecki requested the Board’s approval of the Lot Split and Amended Site Plan for Orfin & Associates at 3120 South Boulevard. 

 

The Board approved this request as presented with all considerations listed, including:  

 

  1. Compliance with the requirements of the Township Departments. 

  1. Compliance with the requirements of the Township’s Landscape Architect. 

  1. If signage is requested, review and approval for signage by the Design Review Board is required. 

 

APPROVED 

  1. PUBLIC HEARINGS: a. Consider Approval for Lot Split & Amended Site Plan Request for the Lowe’s at 1801 South Telegraph Rd. and Consider Site Plan and Special Land Use for Culver’s at 1801 South Telegraph Rd. 

 

Director of Planning. Building, and Ordinance Andrea Szajnecki requested the Board’s approval of the Lot Split and Amended Site Plan for Lowe’s at 1801 South Telegraph Rd. and b. Consider Site Plan and Special Land Use for Culver’s at 1801 South Telegraph Rd. 

 

The Board approved this request as presented with all considerations listed, including: 

  

  1. Fencing around the seating area. 

  1. The easement for ingress and egress, and the easement for the stormwater system. 

  1. Compliance with the requirements of the Township Departments. 

  1. Compliance with the requirements of the Township’s Landscape Architect. 

  1. Compliance with the requirements of the Township’s Traffic Consultant. 

  1. Approval of the proposed lot split for Lowe’s by the Township Board. 

  1. Approval of the proposed amended site plan for Lowes by the Township Board. 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Consider Resolution Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Project Expenditures for SAD Nos. 430 & 431 with Bond Proceeds  

 

The Board approved the resolution declaring official intent to reimburse project expenditures for SAD projects 430 & 431. 

 

APPROVED 

  1. (Added from Consent Agenda) Approve Payroll and Vouchers for April 27, 2026 

 

APPROVED 

  1. (Added from Consent Agenda) Approve Treasurer’s Quarterly Financial Report 

 

APPROVED 

  1. Adjournment at 8:25 p.m. 

ADJOURNED 

 

 

 

 

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