Economic Development And Infrastructure Committee Committee Meeting
The committee discussed the approval of communications regarding various reports, including an aviation airport committee meeting, an American Rescue Plan quarterly report, and an executive office monthly report. The committee authorized the issuance of bonds for a sewage disposal improvement project, which will be coordinated with MDOT to avoid redundant infrastructure work. Additionally, the committee discussed the acceptance of a US EPA grant for the RainSmart rebates program, which will expand stormwater management assistance to a larger number of municipalities.
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Economic Development And Infrastructure Committee Committee Meeting
The committee meeting addressed several key projects and updates. Discussions included a presentation on the annual economic outlook, the receipt and filing of minutes from a previous committee meeting, and the approval of a fiscal year 2026 appropriation for a road improvement program. Additionally, the Water Resource Commissioner presented the annual drain report, highlighting infrastructure projects, including sanitary drain pipe rehabilitation in Novi, pump station upgrades in the Village of Lake Orion, and green storm water infrastructure improvements in Madison Heights. Finally, the committee discussed a notice of intent to issue bonds to fund sewer system improvements in the Woodward Loop area of Pontiac.
Feb 11, 2026·Board meeting
Economic Development And Infrastructure Committee WebVTT
The meeting commenced with a Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the approval of minutes from the January 14th, 2026 meeting, including a closed session. The agenda was subsequently approved. Discussions centered around six items under communications: monthly reports for the Kiac redevelopment project and the new public works building (both February 2026), a quarterly report on the American Rescue Plan skilled and educated workforce, an annual report on the Main Street Oakland County Placemaking and Public Spaces Grant Program, and two amendments related to taxiway/apron grant and the Michigan Enhancement Grant. A key presentation focused on the Rainsmart Rebates pilot program, funded by the George W. Drain Drainage District, which encourages homeowners to manage stormwater through installing native trees, rain barrels, or rain gardens. The program included an equity grant option for those unable to front costs or perform physical labor. The presenters noted the success of the pilot, including capturing an estimated 1.4 million gallons of stormwater over two years, and announced that the EPA selected a subsequent grant application for $745,000 to continue and expand the program into the Rouge River watershed.
