Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee Meeting 9-2-26

The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee met on September 2, 2026, to discuss various procurement and budget-related items. Key procurement discussions included updates on capital improvement projects, such as road repairs in Novi and water resource maintenance assessments for Chapter 4 and Chapter 18 drains, with detailed cost estimates and project prioritization. The committee reviewed the fiscal year 2027 budget for the Oakland County Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, including tax increment financing and administrative fees, and discussed potential new loan programs from local brownfield revolving funds. Additionally, the committee recommended grant applications for veteran services totaling $282,563 and approved termination of a placemaking grant agreement with the Village of Ortonville due to project delays and fund reallocation. Transit-related procurement was highlighted with the Access to Transit program, which allocated $2 million for improvements to bus stops, with a proposed increase to $2.5 million for 2027 to accommodate inflation and expanded partnerships. Motions to approve these items were passed unanimously, reflecting ongoing investment in infrastructure, economic development, and public services in Oakland County.