# Finance Committee Meeting  9-15-26


**Body:** Oakland County Board of Commissioners
**Date:** September 14, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Professional Services, Construction & Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The Oakland County Board of Commissioners Finance Committee met on September 15, 2026, to discuss budgetary and funding reallocations, particularly focusing on the reallocation of unspent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The committee approved a resolution to reallocate approximately $418,000 of unexpended ARPA money from completed projects, such as Project Diamond, to cover eligible personnel expenses within the general fund. This reallocation aims to reimburse personnel costs that were initially paid by the general fund, ensuring full utilization of ARPA funds before the December 31 deadline. Additionally, the committee reviewed and discussed amendments to the 2027-2029 budget, including reallocations for road improvements, housing and homelessness prevention programs, emergency food distribution, student debt reduction, and support for human trafficking prevention and mental health services. The committee emphasized fiscal responsibility by reallocating existing budgeted funds before requesting additional appropriations. The budget amendments were recommended for approval with a vote of seven in favor and one opposed, and will be presented to the full board for final approval.

**Source:** Oakland County Board of Commissioners