Pontiac City Council 7-28-26

The City of Pontiac City Council meeting on July 28, 2026, included several key procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved a resolution to amend the law enforcement services agreement with the Oakland County Sheriff's Department to launch a care unit focused on protecting vulnerable children and families, funded through the city's fiscal year 2026-27 budget. A significant agenda item was the authorization to place a $75 million local roads improvement bond on the November 2026 ballot, aimed at addressing extensive neighborhood road infrastructure needs through borrowing and phased repayment. The council also approved a three-year contract with Yo and Yo CPAs and Advisers for annual financial audit services, with a not-to-exceed cost of $298,170, representing a cost saving compared to the previous auditor. Additionally, the council approved the 2026 Annual Action Plan to accept HUD Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds, setting funding categories for community development and affordable housing initiatives. Lastly, the council granted an administrative appeal approving an extension of a special exception permit for a development project at 791 Baldwin Avenue. These actions reflect the council's focus on infrastructure investment, public safety enhancements, fiscal oversight, and community development funding.