City of Lathrup Village. City Council Study Session. June 15, 2026.

The City of Lathrup Village City Council held a study session on June 15, 2026, focusing primarily on utility rate adjustments and the city budget. Council members discussed the proposed changes to water and sewer rates, highlighting that sewer costs, driven by external sanitary district fees and fixed costs, represent the largest increase. The council examined the elimination of a four-unit minimum billing subsidy, aiming for a fairer, usage-based billing system. They also reviewed staffing cost allocations related to utility billing and confirmed that savings would be reflected in the general fund. Additionally, the council addressed procedural updates for room rental guidelines and partnerships, emphasizing the need for clearer policies and alignment with city ordinances. A significant procurement-related topic was the pending library contract with the City of Southfield; the council discussed contingently canceling the contract if Southfield did not approve an updated agreement by June 30, 2026. The session also included approval of an IT disaster recovery plan to meet audit requirements, which primarily involved formalizing existing procedures. Finally, the council debated the appropriateness of passing resolutions on external ballot issues, weighing the implications of setting precedents for future advocacy positions. Public comments focused on improving meeting transparency and accessibility of budget information.