Jason Deman

The meeting included discussions and approvals regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 Adopted Budget and Year-to-Date Summary as of January 31, 2026. New business featured the approval of an incentive grant for Dutton Farm in the amount of $246,445.00, following presentations on their organization and renovation plans. The Board also approved the purchase of new community center tables, specifying a model with a lifetime warranty at a total cost not to exceed $30,484.48. The Executive Director reported on an upcoming agenda item concerning the renovation of The DEN, which is expected to require a budget amendment.

Prior to the regular meeting, a workshop session was held to discuss bringing local road improvements in-house within the Roads Division. Key actions taken during the regular meeting included confirming several appointments to the Public Safety Advisory Committee, including the appointment of Elaine Evans and the reappointments of Jay Boelter, Donearl Johnson, and Gail Cartwright. The consent agenda saw the approval of receiving and filing Zoning Board of Appeals minutes, the reappointment of Yeo & Yeo, PC as independent financial and compliance auditors for fiscal years 2026-2028, and the approval of the Oakland County P25 Simulcast System Interlocal Agreement. A separate motion approved the purchase of two Chevrolet Tahoe PPVs for the police department. New business focused on approving design services for the Cross Creek & Squirrel HAWK Crossing project, which involves a HAWK signal installation, with design services awarded to OHM Advisors and geotechnical services to G2 Consulting. Council members expressed support for the pedestrian improvements and discussed the possibility of scheduling future meetings to avoid Martin Luther King Day.

The City Council meeting agenda included calling the meeting to order, the pledge of allegiance, and roll call. Key discussion items involved confirming the reappointment of John Young to the Downtown Development Authority and the introduction of Downtown Engagement Specialists. Under the consent agenda, the council was set to consider adopting the updated Fire Department Fee Schedule and approving the installation of a 250-year Historical Marker in Aaron Webster Cemetery. New business included a motion to approve a Special Land Use Permit for the outside and overnight storage of commercial vehicles for Concraft, Inc.

The City Council meeting addressed multiple agenda items. Key discussions involved confirming appointments to the Downtown Development Authority and the Public Safety Advisory Committee. The Consent Agenda included receiving and filing Board and Commission Minutes, adopting the updated Fire Department Fee Schedule, and approving the installation of a 250-year Historical Marker in Aaron Webster Cemetery. A separate discussion addressed the purchase of two Tahoe PPVs to replace police vehicles, including consideration of incorporating grappler devices. New business centered on approving design services for the Cross Creek & Squirrel HAWK Crossing project using grant funding. Council members also offered comments thanking the Department of Public Works and welcoming new downtown businesses.

The meeting included approval of the Consent Agenda, which covered the FY 2025 Adopted Budget and YTD Summary for January 31, 2026. New business focused on the approval of an Incentive Grant for Dutton Farm to support the buildout of a new training hub within TIF district B, aiming to provide job readiness training and enhance digital skills for Auburn Hills residents. Other new business items included the purchase of Community Center Tables. The Executive Director reported on the proposed Dutton Farm grant to be considered at the next meeting.