HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgendas/Packets - 2025.05.07 - 42043Call Meeting to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Public Comment
PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
A Natural Resources and Environment 2024 Review Informational Sarah Cook-Maylen / 343-1353
B Education and Nature Discovery Programming Strategy Informational Alan Jaros
COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
C FY2025 Monthly Financial Report Informational Kevin Syoen / 909-8764
REGULAR AGENDA:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
1 Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan Amendment Preliminary Approval Donna Folland / 736-9087
2 BOC Healthy Communities Project - Catalpa Oaks Approval Melissa Prowse / 249-2801
3 Oakland County Farmers Market Location Approval & Fwd to BOC Chris Ward / 858-4944
4 Proposed FY 2026-2028 Budget Review Preliminary Approval Chris Ward / 858-4944
a.FY 2026-2028 Operating Budget
b.Capital Improvement Program
c.Capital Equipment Plan
5 Interlocal Agreement with the City of Farmington Hills for
Heritage Park
Approval Chris Ward / 858-4944
6 Intelocal Agreement with the City of Rochester Hills for
Bloomer Park
Approval Chris Ward / 858-4944
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
7 Director & Mission 26 Status Report Informational Chris Ward / 858-4944
8 Executive Committee Update Informational Ebony Bagley / 497-7991
CLOSED SESSION:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
9 Pursuant to MCL 15.268(d) - Discussion to consider the
purchase or lease of real property
Informational Melissa Prowse / 249-2801
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Approval of Minutes - April 2, 2025 Regular Meeting & April 2, 2025 Closed Session
OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Ebony Bagley, Chair
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 @ 2:00 pm
Parks Commission Room - 2800 Watkins Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48328
Regular Monthly Meeting Agenda
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April 2, 2025
Chair Bagley called the meeting of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission to order at
2:01 p.m. in the Parks Commission Room.
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ebony Bagley, J. David VanderVeen, Andrea LaFontaine, Lola Banks, Ann Erickson Gault, Christine
Long, Jim Nash, Nancy Quarles, Yolanda Smith Charles, Shanell Weatherspoon
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT WITH NOTICE:
None.
OTHERS PRESENT:
PARKS AND RECREATION Chris Ward, Director
Jim Dunleavy, Manager – Operations
Melissa Prowse, Manager – Planning & Development
Aaron Stepp, Manager – Internal Services
Sarah Cook-Maylen, Chief – Environmental Sustainability & Planning
Zach Crane, Supervisor – Parks Engineering & Development
Donna Folland, Chief – Planning & Resource Development
Tom Hughes, Chief – Park Operations & Maint. – North District
Erik Koppin, Chief – Park Operations & Maint. – South District
Bill Singleton, Chief – Business Operations
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Marketing & Communications
Mark Adams, Project Manager Engineer
Zach Zuchowicz, DEI & Community Engagement Coordinator
Sandy Dorey, Recreation Program Supervisor
Liz Caltagirone, Parks Data Analyst
Jami Monte, Staff Assistant
Shannon Kenny, Technical Office Specialist
FISCAL SERVICES Kevin Syoen, P&R Fiscal Coordinator
CORPORAION COUNSEL Jody Hall, Assistant Corporation Counsel
PUBLIC Roman Wasylkevych, Waterford Community Greenways
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Smith Charles moved to approve the agenda, as presented. Seconded by LaFontaine.
Motion carried unanimously on a voice vote with Long and Weatherspoon absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Erickson Gault moved to approve the minutes of February 5, 2025, as presented. Seconded by
Quarles.
Motion carried unanimously on a voice vote with Long and Weatherspoon absent.
OAKLAND COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
2800 WATKINS LAKE ROAD, WATERFORD, MICHIGAN 48328
Telephone: (248) 858-0906
REGULAR MEETING
Ebony Bagley, Chair J. David VanderVeen
Vice Chair
Andrea LaFontaine
Secretary
Lola Banks
Ann Erickson Gault
Christine Long
Jim Nash
Nancy Quarles
Yolanda Smith Charles
Shanell Weatherspoon
RETURN TO AGENDA
April 2, 2025 Page 2
PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
A. mParks Awards
Director Ward presented the mParks awards that were received at the 2025 mParks Conference &
Trade Show in March to: Tom Hughes for the Park Design Award that was won for the Addison Oaks
Solar System trail, and Desiree Stanfield and Garrett Ebbeling for the Integrated Marketing Award that
was won for the OCP Millage Awareness Campaign.
B. Oakland County Farmer’s Market
Mr. Koppin provided an overview of the 2024 Oakland County Farmer’s Market year in review and
upcoming plans for 2025.
C. Adaptive Recreation Experience
Ms. Dorey provided an overview of the Adaptive Recreation Experience program.
COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS
D. FY2025 Monthly Financial Report
Mr. Syoen provided an overview of the FY2025 monthly financial report.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
1. FY2025 Capital Equipment Budget Amendment
Smith Charles moved to approve the proposed amendments to the FY2025 Capital Equipment
Budget to purchase capital operating equipment for Golf Operations, and Recreation, Programs
and Services. Seconded by Nash.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
2. White Lake Oaks – Pontiac Lake Rd Pedestrian Crossing
VanderVeen moved to approve expenditure not to exceed $194,000 for White Lake Oaks –
Pontiac Lake Road Pedestrian Signal Crossing project, and to approve the Agreement for Traffic
Control Device. Seconded by Smith Charles.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
3. Waterford Oaks Administration Building – Restroom Renovation
LaFontaine moved to approve expenditure not to exceed $209,000 for the Waterford Oaks
Administration Building – Restroom Renovation project. Seconded by Nash.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
4. Glen Oaks Electrical Service Upgrades – DTE Easement
Smith Charles moved to approve the DTE Electric Overhead and Underground Easement
Agreement for Glen Oaks County Park and forward to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Seconded by Banks.
April 2, 2025 Page 3
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
5. 2025 Seasonal/Part-Time Incentives
Erickson Gault moved to approve the 2025 Incentive Program for Part-Time Positions and to
authorize the Chairperson to approve additional incentives recommended by staff to address
critical needs during the 2025 season. Seconded by Nash.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
6. Mission 26 Preliminary Vision and Plan
Director Ward provided an overview of the Mission 26 Preliminary Vision and Plan.
7. Park Enhancement Fund
Long moved to authorize the expenditure of up to $250,000 from the assigned Park
Enhancement Fund and to grant the Director administrative authority the commencement of
enhancement projects submitted and recommended by the Park Operations Unit. Seconded by
Weatherspoon.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
8. Director’s Report
Director Ward provided an overview of his report.
9. Executive Committee Update
Chair Bagley stated that there is no further update outside of what was discussed today.
CLOSED SESSION
10. Pursuant to MCL 15.268(d) – Discussion to consider the purchase or lease of real property
Erickson Gault moved that the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission enter into
Closed Session for the purposes of discussion to consider the purchase or lease of real property
and to consult with its attorney regarding trial or settlement strategy in connection with specific
pending litigation. Seconded by VanderVeen.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with LaFontaine absent.
The Commission went into Closed Session at 3:48 p.m.
The Commission reconvened in Open Session at 5:10 p.m.
Erickson Gault moved to direct staff to proceed as discussed in Closed Session. Seconded by
Nash.
April 2, 2025 Page 4
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with LaFontaine absent.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/ADJOURNMENT
At 5:11 p.m., there being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned to May 7, 2025, or to the Call of the Chair.
Andrea LaFontaine, OCPRC Secretary Jami Monte, Recording Secretary
NOTE: The foregoing minutes are subject to Commission approval.
Fund Balance
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$40,794,204.00 $41,949,404.00 $50,958,998.32 $9,009,594.32 121.48%
$40,794,204.00 $41,949,404.00 $18,462,103.20 $23,487,300.80 44.01%
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$6,038,080.00 $6,038,080.00 $633,555.64 $5,404,524.36 10.49%
$6,425,949.00 $6,425,949.00 $2,791,979.00 $3,633,970.00 43.45%
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$1,881,414.00 $1,881,414.00 $0.00 $1,881,414.00 0.00%
$2,827,192.00 $2,827,192.00 $544,381.39 $2,282,810.61 19.26%
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$2,372,877.00 $2,372,877.00 $940,688.21 $1,432,188.79 39.64%
$3,872,472.00 $3,872,472.00 $1,531,477.40 $2,340,994.60 39.55%
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$350,000.00 $605,200.00 $99,474.24 $505,725.76 16.44%
$431,965.00 $431,965.00 $148,399.56 $283,565.44 34.35%
Awarded Amount Paid Out
$2,470,216.00 $1,195,500.00
$756,332.60
Expenses
Amount Remaining
$1,274,716.00
$1,660,719.72
FY 2024
FY 2025 YTD
The County strategy is to invest in longer term Agencies and Treasuries. Before the
unprecedented rise in short term rates this strategy consistently outpreformed the short term
investments (CDs and High Yeild Savings accounts). The quick rise in rates has led to current
Pool yeild lagging behind short term rates. Next Fiscal Year will be a turning point where the
current investment Pool will become competitive again.
FY 2022 - 2025 YTD
Expenses
Investment Income
Summary of Community Grant Program
Parks and Recreation
Summary of Waterpark Programs
Summary of Golf Programs
FY 2024 YTD
Revenue
Expenses
Summary of Parks and Recreation
FY 2024 YTD
Revenue
Expenses
As of 9/30/2024 Current 3/31/2025
$31,918,234.31 $65,014,230.72
Revenue
Expenses
*Decommissioning of Waterford Oaks Waterpark will be done in Q2 Forecast
FY 2024 YTD
Expenses
Summary of Campground Programs
Summary of ORV Park Operations
FY 2024 YTD
Revenue
FY 2024 YTD
Revenue
RETURN TO AGENDA
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 1
Department: Planning
From: Donna Folland, Chief – Planning
Subject: Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan Amendment
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
The School District of the City of Pontiac and Oakland County Parks negotiated and executed an
Interlocal Partnership Agreement that details the long-term relationship intended to improve and
manage the Hawthorne School Property (Parcel Identification Number 14-18-201-001) as part of
Pontiac Oaks County Park for the residents of Pontiac and Oakland County as well as the
students and educators of the District. This Park Action Plan Amendment and its component parts
are requirements of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement. The Park Action Plan Amendment is
described in Section 4.7, quoted below:
4.7. Park Action Plan. By May 1, 2025, OCPRC shall create an amendment to the Park
Action Plan for Pontiac Oaks to include the Property (“Amendment”). The Amendment
shall be created pursuant to OCPRC’s current policies and procedures and shall be
consistent with the Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan. Once completed, OCPRC shall submit
the Amendment to the District Representative for comments and recommendations. The
District Representative shall submit its comments and recommendations to the OCPRC
Representative within thirty (30) Days of receipt of the Amendment. OCPRC
Representative shall review and consider the District Representative’s comments and
recommendations and shall endeavor to address all comments and recommendations.
The Amendment shall not be approved or implemented by OCPRC without prior written
approval by the District Representative. If the District Representative does not respond
within the thirty (30) day period, then the District Representative is deemed not to have
any comments or recommendations. Notwithstanding any other provision, if the District
Representative does not approve the Park Action Plan by June 30, 2025, the OCPRC or
District may terminate this Agreement. Such termination shall not be deemed a breach or
default of the District. Modifications to the Amendment shall be codified according to the
procedure set forth in this Section.
ATTACHMENTS
1.Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan Amendment (Draft 2025-04-23)
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends preliminary approval of the Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan Amendment and
authorization of staff to complete the plan in compliance with the Interlocal Partnership Agreement
dated February 14, 2025, and to submit the Final Amendment to the School District of the City of
Pontiac Representative for approval.
MOTION
Move to preliminarily approve the Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan Amendment and authorize staff
to complete the plan in compliance with the Interlocal Partnership Agreement dated February 14,
2025, and submit the Final Amendment to the School District of the City of Pontiac Representative
for approval.
RETURN TO AGENDA
Pontiac Oaks
Park Action Plan
Amendment
Hawthorne School Property
Pontiac School District
Pontiac, Michigan
Replace with
active play photo
with people
and/or kids
Review Draft: April 23, 2025
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
Ebony Bagley, Chair
J. David VanderVeen, Vice Chair
Andrea LaFontaine, Secretary
Yolanda Smith Charles, Executive Committee
Member
Lola Banks, Commissioner
Ann Erickson Gault, Commissioner
Christine Long, Commissioner
Jim Nash, Commissioner
Nancy L. Quarles, Commissioner
Shanell Weatherspoon, Commissioner
Executive Leadership Team
Chris Ward, Director – Park and Recreation
Melissa Prowse, Manager – Planning and
Development
Jim Dunleavy, Manager – Park and Recreation
Operations
Aaron Stepp, Manager- Business Operations
School District of the City of Pontiac
Board of Education
Dr. Anisha Hanna, President
Kenyada Bowman, Vice President
ShaQuana Davis-Smith, Secretary
Marcus Terry, Treasurer
G. Kevin Gross, Trustee
Tanisha Miller, Trustee
Jennifer Dooley, Trustee
Office of the Superintendent
of Pontiac School District
Kelly Williams, Superintendent
Dr. Kimberly Leverette, Interim Superintendent
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
2800 Watkins Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48328
OaklandCountyParks.com
Oakland County Parks Staff Contacts – Planning and Resource Development
Donna Folland, Chief (248) 736-9087 follandd@oakgov.com
Jess Whatley, Associate Planner (248) 494-2680 whatleyj@oakgov.com
Oakland County Parks Staff Contacts – Park Operations
Erik Koppin, Chief of Operations – South District (248) 909-7702 koppine@oakgov.com
Matt Pardy, Park Supervisor – Pontiac Oaks (248) 858-4637 pardym@oakgov.com
Oakland County Parks Staff Contacts – Natural Resources and Nature Education
Sarah Cook-Maylen, Chief of Nature and Environment (248) 343-1353 maylens@oakgov.com
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................... 2
Community Context ................................................................................................................................................... 2
Community Engagement ........................................................................................................................................... 7
Environmental Condition ........................................................................................................................................... 7
Existing Conditions ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
Strategic Plan ........................................................................................................................................................... 19
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) ............................................................................................................................... 25
Park Operations and Maintenance Plan (POMP) ..................................................................................................... 28
Park Security Plan .................................................................................................................................................... 31
Interlocal Partnership Agreement (2/14/2025) ....................................................................................................... 33
References ............................................................................................................................................................... 48
Community Context
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 2
Introduction 1
Oakland County Parks and The School District of Pontiac have entered into an agreement to expand Pontiac
Oaks County Park to include the former Hawthorne School property and provide youth-focused facilities and
programs. This adjacent 19-acre parcel, owned by the Pontiac School District, has been vacant since the school
was razed over two decades ago. The Pontiac School District and Oakland County Parks are entering into this
partnership agreement to improve the 19-acre parcel, design and build facilities and assume long-term
responsibility for park management and maintenance. This property, while still owned by the Pontiac School
District, will become part of Pontiac Oaks and be designed cohesively with the rest of the park. The milestones
leading to the partnership are described below and this Park Action Plan Amendment is intended to serve as a
roadmap for both the school district and the county for the future of Pontiac Oaks.
Interlocal Partnership Agreement
The Pontiac School District and OCP negotiated and signed an Interlocal Partnership Agreement that details the
long-term relationship intended to improve the Hawthorne School Property for the residents of Pontiac and
Oakland County, to be managed by OCP as Pontiac Oaks County Park. This Park Action Plan and its component
parts are requirements of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement (School District of the City of Pontiac and County
of Oakland 2/14/2025). The Park Action Plan is described in Section 4.7, quoted below:
4.7. By May 1, 2025, OCPRC shall create an amendment to the Park Action Plan for Pontiac Oaks to
include the Property ("Amendment"). The Amendment shall be created pursuant to OCPRC's current
policies and procedures and shall be consistent with the Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan. Once completed,
OCPRC shall submit the Amendment to the District Representative for comments and recommendations.
The District Representative shall submit its comments and recommendations to the OCPRC
Representative within thirty (30) Days of receipt of the Amendment. OCPRC Representative shall review
and consider the District Representative's comments and recommendations and shall endeavor to
address all comments and recommendations. The Amendment shall not be approved or implemented by
OCPRC without prior written approval by the District Representative. If the District Representative does
not respond within the thirty (30) day period, then the District Representative is deemed not to have any
comments or recommendations. Notwithstanding any other provision, if the District Representative does
not approve the Amendment by June 30, 2025, OCPRC or District may terminate this Agreement. Such
termination shall not be deemed a breach or default of the District. Modifications to the Amendment
shall be codified according to the procedure set forth in this Section.
Community Context
Hawthorne School Property is in the northwest corner of the City of Pontiac, the most diverse city in Oakland
County. Our primary focus is on the residents of Pontiac and their access to the park. Understanding Pontiac’s
demographic characteristics will help us evaluate if our community engagement is reaching the people of
Pontiac and if Pontiac residents are accessing and enjoying the park features and activities at the park.
1 For a summary history of the property comprising both City of Pontiac- and District-owned parts of Pontiac Oaks, see
(OCPRC 10/4/2023, pages 61).
Community Context
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 3
Because Oakland County Parks (OCP) is a county agency, we also provide data analysis of all Oakland County
residents and all households within a 10-minute drive of the Telegraph Road entrance to Pontiac Oaks County
Park.
Figure A: Pontiac Oaks County Park 10-minute drive time area
Pontiac Oaks
1400 Telegraph Road
Pontiac, MI 48340
77.32 Acres
Community Context
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 4
Table 1: Demographic comparison – Population and household income
Geography
Total
Population
(2024)
Total
Households
(2024)
Median
Household
Income
(2024)
Pontiac City, MI 62,706 24,548 $41,529
Pontiac Oaks (10-min. walk) 44 15 $37,916
Pontiac Oaks (10-min. drive) 85,024 45,135 $57,977
Oakland County, MI 1,274,166 520,393 $99,087
Table 2. Demographic comparison – Diversity Index
Geography 2024 Diversity Index
Pontiac City, MI 79
Pontiac Oaks (10-min. drive) 72
Pontiac Oaks (10-minute drive) 76
Oakland County, MI 55
Figure B: Demographic comparison – Race and ethnicity
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
White Black/African
American
American
Indian
Asian Pacific
Islander
Other 2+ Races Hispanic
Race and Ethnicity (2024)
Oakland County, MI Pontiac City, MI Pontiac Oaks (10m walk)Pontiac Oaks (10m drive)
Community Context
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 5
Figure C: Demographic comparison – Languages spoken in the home
Figure D: Demographic comparison – Age distribution
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Only English Spanish Other Indo-European Asian Pacific-Islander Other
Languages Spoken in the Home (2022)
Oakland County, MI Pontiac City, MI Pontiac Oaks (10m walk)Pontiac Oaks (10m drive)
0%
1%
2%
3%
4%
5%
6%
7%
8%
9%
Age 0-
4
Age 5-
9
Age
10-14
Age
15-19
Age
20-24
Age
25-29
Age
30-34
Age
35-39
Age
40-44
Age
45-49
Age
50-54
Age
55-59
Age
60-64
Age
65-69
Age
70-74
Age
75-79
Age
80-84
Age
85+
Age Distribution (2024)
Pontiac City, MI Pontiac Oaks (10m drive)Oakland County, MI
Community Context
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Figure E: Demographic comparison - Income distribution
Figure F: Demographic comparison – Economic status and disability
0%
5%
10%
15%
20%
25%
<$15k $15-$25k $25-35k $35-50k $50-75k $75-100k $100-$150k $150-$200k >$200k
Household Income Distribution (2024)
Oakland County, MI Pontiac City, MI Pontiac Oaks (10m walk)Pontiac Oaks (10m drive)
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
HH Below the Poverty Level HH Receiving Food
Stamps/SNAP
Owner HH with No Vehicles HH with 1+ Persons w/
Disability
Economic Status and Disability (2022)
Oakland County, MI Pontiac City, MI Pontiac Oaks (10m walk)Pontiac Oaks (10m drive)
Existing Conditions
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 7
Community Engagement 2
The purpose of public engagement for the Hawthorne School property will be to gather insight from key
stakeholders to inform planning and design of a meaningful, impactful and accessible space for youth-focused
play and educational opportunities. Oakland County Parks will engage stakeholders including, but not limited to,
Pontiac School District staff and educators, Pontiac School students, outdoor educators and other types of
youth-focused educators.
Possible engagement methods are listed below, categorized by stakeholder group. Oakland County Parks may
select any combination of the following methods, or may implement different methods based on availability,
timing and participation.
Pontiac School District staff and educators
Focus group
Survey
Site-visit
Pontiac School District students
Listening sessions in the schools with Oakland County Parks
Park design idea submission opportunities
Outdoor educators, teachers, homeschool groups
Focus group
Site-visit at Hawthorne School Property
Site-visit at outdoor education facilities
Information gathered from these or other public engagement methods will be used to inform the design and
priorities of the youth activity area on the Hawthorne School Property.
Environmental Condition 3
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
The Phase I ESA was conducted by ASTI Environmental, with the final report dated February 13, 2025. The
assessment revealed “no recognized environmental conditions (RECs), controlled recognized environmental
conditions (CRECs), and/or significant data gaps in connection with the Subject Property”. (ASTI/PEA 2/13/2025)
2 Please see the Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan approved by the City of Pontiac for a detailed look at the community
engagement conducted in 2023 and 2024. See (OCPRC 10/4/2023, pages 14-22).
3 The Environmental Condition section excludes reporting specific to the City of Pontiac-owned part of Pontiac Oaks. See
(OCPRC 10/4/2023, pages 23-24).
Existing Conditions
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 8
Existing Conditions 4
Location
The Hawthorne School Property is approximately 19-acres of
undeveloped property owned by the School District of Pontiac.
The triangle-shaped parcel is immediately adjacent on the
northeast to 77-acre Pontiac Oaks County Park.
Address: 47200 Woodward Ave., Pontiac, MI 48342
Township and Range: Township 3 North, Range 10 East
Quarter Section: NW ¼ of Section 18
Property Description
The property was the location of Hawthorne Elementary School.
The site was originally accessed solely from Walton Blvd.
Telegraph Road was extended to connect to Walton Blvd. circa
2002 and by 2006, the school building and all site amenities were
razed from the property. The 19-acre parcel is currently
undeveloped, contains less than 8 acres of wooded areas along
the northeast and northwest corners and is largely open fields.
4 The Existing Conditions section excludes any items that are specific to the City of Pontiac-owned part of Pontiac Oaks. See
(OCPRC 10/4/2023, pages 25-46).
Existing Conditions
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 9
Natural Resources
Natural Resources
Natural Areas
The site has a significant amount of milkweed; the obligate host
plant for monarch caterpillars. Additional surveying for will be
necessary to identify management areas, invasive species and to
delineate natural communities.
Threats and Disturbances
Evidence of dumping is throughout the property, including typical
litter as well as large items like tires and the bathtub pictured
here. The northeast corner of the property also has evidence of
yard waste dumping off Ernest Court.
Boundaries
Existing Conditions
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 10
Boundaries Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
A- Western boundary
Large concrete blocks placed as
makeshift boundary. In some
places, blocks are located up to
40’ from actual boundary line.
B- Western edge
Concrete blocks on both the
Pontiac School District property
and Pontiac Oaks current site,
neither of which are on the
actual boundary line. Line of
blocks is up to 50’ into the
Pontiac Oaks property.
C- Southwest corner
This corner does not have any
formal property boundaries,
rather a line of concrete blocks
roughly following the property
line, with the furthest block
located within 30’ of the
property line. Some concrete
blocks exist on Pontiac Oaks
property.
D- Telegraph Road edge
There are concrete blocks near
the boundary line which extend
along Telegraph Road though
are located largely in the
Pontiac Oaks property, up to 90’
from the school district
property.
Existing Conditions
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Boundaries Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
E1- Northeast corner
Chain-link fence along this
eastern-most neighboring
property.
E2- Northeast corner
Directly to the west of the
private property identified
above is Ernest Court which
intersects with Walton Blvd less
than 700 feet from property.
The area has evidence of being
used for yard waste dumping.
F- Northern edge
Concrete blocks are lined up
roughly along property line.
Several fall very close to the
property line, while others are
up to 30’ into the neighboring
properties.
G- Northwest corner
Concrete blocks appear to have
been placed to prevent driving
onto property, though they are
on the private property north of
the park, owned by La Iglesia
Apostolica, some of which are
up to 65 feet into the church
property.
Existing Conditions
PARK ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT 2025-2029: Pontiac Oaks / Hawthorne School Property 12
Hardscapes
Hardscapes Aerial Photo (2023) Photo
Former school building
The building was razed circa
2004. A full survey will be
conducted to determine if any
foundation remains. Currently,
the area is relatively flat and
open.
Overlook
There is a concrete platform
surrounded by chain-link fence
in the wooded northwest
corner of the property. The
platform is approximately 175
feet from Creger Lake.
School circle driveway
The drive that looped in front
of the school remains in the
same pattern but the surface
cover is now dirt and gravel.
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Hardscapes Aerial Photo (2023) Photo
Property entrance
The driveway that connects to
Pontiac Oaks is paved just
inside the property before
transitioning to dirt and gravel.
The driveway has been
barricaded with large concrete
blocks to prevent illegal
dumping.
Open Space
Open Space Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
Northern open space
Approximately 2.6 acres of flat,
open area adjacent to northern
property line, located between
two wooded areas. Area has a
significant amount of
milkweed, the obligate host
plant for monarch caterpillars.
Aerial shown includes 1 foot
contour lines.
Southwest open space
Approximately 5.5 acres of
open space where school drive
and building used to be.
Minimal elevation changes.
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Signs
Signs Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
Floyd J. Shotwell Sign
A sign located on Pontiac Oaks
property, pointing at the
Hawthorne School property,
that reads “Floyd J. Shotwell
Recreational Park for the
Handicapped.” The sign is
visible from southbound
Telegraph Road.
No Trespassing Sign- Telegraph
Located on the Pontiac Oaks
property, facing Telegraph
Road and visible from the
sidewalk.
No Trespassing Signs- Entrance
Located on the property line
between Pontiac Oaks and the
Hawthorne School property,
two signs flank the entrance
drive.
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Stormwater Infrastructure
The site has a watermain (blue). The line going east-west through the property is not confirmed by WRC. The
sanitary lines are shown below in brown. One is a 48’’ interceptor and the other is a 27’’ parallel line.
Figure : Stormwater Infrastructure
Stormwater Infrastructure Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
Small culvert
Culvert outlet identified in the
woods, though inlet not found.
B
Existing Conditions
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Stormwater Infrastructure Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
Sanitary Sewer Manhole
With sign identification and
manhole.
Large culvert
Culvert outlet that feeds
directly into Creger Lake.
Water valve
Water valve sign near the
property line between Pontiac
Oaks and Hawthorne School
property.
N
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Trails and Boardwalks
Trails and Boardwalks Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
Footpath
A footpath loops around the
property, though does not stay
within the property lines. The
path goes into the two
neighboring properties to the
northwest as well as into
Pontiac Oaks. The path is all
natural surfacing.
Utilities and Infrastructure
Utilities and Infrastructure Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
Utility poles
Three poles, the northernmost
of which is on or near the
property line and the other two
appear to be on the Pontiac
Oaks property.
Utility poles
Small utility pole off of the
three poles identified above.
N
N
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Utilities and Infrastructure Aerial Photo (2023) Photo (2025)
Light pole
Light pole at entrance to
property in southwest corner.
Gas Line
On the property line between
Pontiac Oaks and Hawthorne
School property, gas pipeline
sign.
N
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Strategic Plan 5
The Strategic Plan is intended to guide OCP in operating and improving the entire Pontiac Oaks Park, including
parts owned by the City of Pontiac, Pontiac School District as well as other subsequent additions.
Park Vision
The park vision is a statement that inspires and guides us; it is aspirational and declares our intent and direction
and states the long-term outcome of our work.
Pontiac Oaks is a popular destination for Pontiac and Oakland County residents to be active and social or
to relax and connect with nature. The park is safe and welcomes everyone. It is resilient and helps create
a more sustainable future for the people of Pontiac and for the environment.
Park Goals
The park goals are the broader strategies that will lead us to the realization of our park vision.
1. Honor the rich history of Hawthorne Elementary School and the City of Pontiac School District and their
value to the residents of the City of Pontiac.
2. Execute a transition to Oakland County Parks operation that is transparent, maintains open lines of
communication, and acknowledges the park is owned by the Pontiac School District.
3. Operate the park and invest in improvements in a manner that is fiscally responsible for Oakland County
Parks and enhances the fiscal sustainability of the Pontiac School District.
4. Improve and build park features that are resilient and adapted to the landscape and that contribute to a
more sustainable, green future through intentional stormwater management, sustainable building and
operating processes and community education opportunities.
5. Create outdoor classroom facilities that can be used by a variety of educators and learners to explore
and grow and to meet educational standards in an engaging dynamic environment.
6. Foster a welcoming environment for all park users through varied methods and processes, including
universal design 6, multi-lingual signage and promotion, clean, working restroom facilities, and regular
cleaning and maintenance.
7. Employ strategies involving design, programming, maintenance, and resident involvement to create a
safe park environment.
8. Connect residents to nature through restoration of natural assets and nature education programming.
Park Objectives
The park objectives outline a variety of strategies and specific actions and projects that will implement the
overall vision and goals for the park. Many of the objectives are general in nature and will be developed in more
detail in Phase II of the park design and development. Objectives that align directly with the Pontiac Recreation
5 The Strategic Plan excludes any items that are specific to the City of Pontiac-owned part of Pontiac Oaks. See (OCPRC
10/4/2023, pages 47-57).
6 Universal design results in a built environment that allows independent use and inclusive participation by people with
disabilities, without separating them from others. When building new facilities or renovating existing structures, we strive
to design universally accessible facilities and structures that are easily used by all.
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Plans objectives for Hawthorne Park are identified with a footnote (Pontiac 1/29/2021). If objectives are
expected to occur in a particular phase, or if feasibility of the actions is yet to be determine – these are indicated
to the right of the individual objective. If no phase is indicated, the objective will be ongoing as part of the
management of the park. Objectives that are also identified as Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects are also
indicated to the right of the individual objective and are further detailed in the CIP section.
I Park Management and Operation
A2 Pontiac Oaks – Pontiac School District Amendment
During the term of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement the park will be designated Pontiac
Oaks, a park within the Oakland County Parks system. Pontiac Oaks will be operated,
maintained, and improved as an Oakland County Park, with the Pontiac School District
retaining ownership.
B2 Park Operations and Maintenance Plan (POMP) – Pontiac School District Amendment
The POMP is a requirement of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement with the School District of
City of Pontiac and is a detailed list of OCPs responsibilities in operating and maintaining the
park relevant to the establishment and operation of a Youth Activity Area on the 18.96-acre
property owned by the District.
C Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
The CIP is a requirement of the Interlocal Partnership agreement and is a detailed list of
planned and potential capital projects for the next 5 years for the park. Projects require a
detailed feasibility study prior to creating construction documents and implementing projects.
All projects over $30,000 require Parks Commission approval.
D Park Security Plan
The Park Security Plan is a requirement of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement and is a list of
strategies and actions to maintain a safe and secure park environment. It is detailed list of
strategies that will be employed to maintain a park environment that is safe and welcoming,
including:
Safety through design
Technology
Law enforcement services
Staff training
E2 Communicate and Collaborate with the Pontiac School District Board of Education
Agreement Administration: The Interlocal Partnership Agreement identifies the
administrators of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement as District Superintendent and
the OCP Director or their successors or designees.
F Prioritize the Core Value of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Pontiac
OCP recognizes the diversity of the Pontiac community and will strive to provide facilities and
experiences for all and provide an environment that welcomes everyone in the community.
Our commitment to this objective is documented in the OPC Recreation Master Plan:
Core Value: Ground all actions and decisions in equity and justice and provide parks
and recreation services that feel welcoming and safe to everyone.
o Action: Ensure that park attendance reflects the demographic profile of the
surrounding communities
o Action: Collaborate with partners to identify communities, households, and
individuals with needs for equitably provided services and insure that OCP-
sponsored programs in these communities are properly supported and are
reaching their intended audience
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o Action: Ensure that the staff and Parks Commission reflects the racial and
ethnic diversity of Oakland County and provide a positive and welcoming work
environment
II Natural Resources Management
A Natural Areas Stewardship: Protect, restore, and enhance unique natural communities and
promote biodiversity across the landscape.
1 Survey for priority invasive species and rare or unique native plants.
2 Treat and remove priority invasive species.
3 Restore priority natural communities and habitats through native seeding, prescribed
fire, and winter shrub removals.
4 Install no-mow zones, turf conversion, and landscape conversions to native plants.
B Freshwater Stewardship: Protect, restore, and enhance wetland habitat and associated aquatic
organisms.
1 Assess and monitor stormwater infrastructure.
Evaluate curbed roadways and parking lot for stormwater issues and solutions that will
slow entry of stormwater into the lake. It has been observed that runoff goes
immediately into the lake from roadways and parking lots during rain events.
2 Survey for aquatic species and water quality.
3 Shoreline Restoration
Treat and remove invasive species from the shoreline of Creger and Upper Silver Lakes,
while restoring natural shoreline habitat and near shore aquatic habitat. Restoration will
include multiple natural shoreline techniques including regrading, native vegetation, coir
log installation, aquatic native vegetation, stone toe establishment and large wood
structure installations. The results will enhance habitat available to fish and riparian
species, while also improving site lines and aesthetics within the park and visually
connecting infrastructure within the park to the water.
4 Manage fisheries resource and enhance habitat.
5 Manage aquatic invasive species.
C Forestry Stewardship: Protect, restore, and enhance diverse forest systems and shade trees for
recreational users.
1 Develop forest management plan for long term maintenance of tree diversity.
2 Monitor for forest pests and diseases and provide rapid responses to detections.
3 Tree maintenance and removals, tree planting and re-forestation.
4 Development and implementation of debris management plan.
D Wildlife Stewardship: Protect, restore, and enhance rare and unique native wildlife species and
biodiversity.
1 Survey for threatened, endangered, and special concern species along with priority
native and non-native species.
2 Manage nuisance and non-native wildlife.
3 Restoration of priority habitat for wildlife to increase habitat connectivity.
III Park Programs and Activities
A Recreation Programs and Services
The Recreation Programs and Services (RPS) unit develops and provides programs, special
events and activities throughout the park system that bring in visitors and provide unique
experiences for park users, incorporating Pontiac Oaks/Hawthorne Park into their annual
scheduling of events. Reaching Pontiac residents through various avenues of promotion and
collaboration with community organizations will be a priority to engage those residents who
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may not currently be using the park. Types of programs that would be a good fit at this park
include:
Come Out and Play Special Event
Camp Field Trip Programs
Special Events
Collaborative Events
B Nature Education
Environmental education/field trips/nature hikes
Learn to kayak events
Fishing Derby
Winter activities- snowshoeing, skiing, etc.
C Active Adults and Adaptive Recreation
Fitness programs
History programs
Adaptive programs
E Private events and gatherings – reservation of park areas and/or pavilion per OCP park rules
and processes.
Church-sponsored events and gatherings
Family reunions, holiday gatherings, and other social gatherings
F Enjoyment of the park by individuals and families – drop in use without reserving facilities –
e.g., picnics, boating and fishing, playing at playground, disc golf, etc.
G Winter activities may include sledding and snowshoeing. Other activities to be determined.
IV Connectivity
A Neighborhood Connections Evaluation/Potential Construction
Evaluate feasibility of establishing non-motorized connections, including the construction of
new pathways and safe road crossings, that connect the park with neighborhoods that are
adjacent to the property and on the east side of Telegraph Road.
1 Road crossing and pathway connecting Hawthorne Park to Kennett neighborhood across
Telegraph Road and other neighborhood connections
2 Route connecting Hawthorne Park to Waterford Oaks
B Public Transit
Evaluate access via SMART bus and other public transport
C Clinton River Watershed
Determine feasibility of opening water trail connections between Creger Lake, Upper Silver
Lake, and Silver Lake
V Facilities and Assets
NEW Youth Activity Area – Pontiac School District Amendment
Based on public engagement that explores community need for youth-focused play and
educational opportunities, create a Youth Activity Area master plan located within the Pontiac
School District property that is focused on exploration and learning. Include a variety of play
elements and opportunities for multi-generational play. Incorporate the area into the overall
Pontiac Oaks Park design that incorporates universal design; and considers community need,
site context, and natural resources impacts.
1 Regional Family Destination / Play Experience
Create an exciting destination with a variety of activities ranging from built play
structures to quiet play pockets to nature exploration. Visitors can also take advantage
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of the rest of Pontiac Oaks to picnic and enjoy the trails, making it an all-day excursion
destination – free of charge.
2 Outdoor Learning Destination
Honor the educational history of the property and include elements that can be used as
an outdoor classroom by District educators, with uses that can be tailored to both
general and special needs students, from pre-school through high school and which can
be aligned with the implementation of Michigan Educational Standards.
A Accessibility and Universal Access
Perform accessibility audit of facilities, trails, and features to ensure compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), prioritizing any non-compliant items to be brought up to
standards. Incorporate universal access design principles as new facilities are constructed and
improvements to existing facilities are made.
B Boundaries and Gates Evaluation/Installation
Evaluate the park boundary and install appropriate type of boundary delineation per OCPR
Boundary Standards that establishes the park boundary, discourages encroachment, and
allows for movement of wildlife. Evaluate the need for installation of automatic gates at park
entrance. Incorporate communication program with adjacent landowners.
C Buildings
Maintain an annually updated inventory of building roofs (materials, colors, inspection results,
installation, and repair dates) and building equipment (manufacturer information, inspection
results, installation, and repair dates) in the park and forecast timeline for upgrades and
replacements. Transition building practices, equipment, materials, and supplies to sustainable
alternatives to meet sustainability targets and decrease impact on surrounding environments.
7 Youth Activity Area Pavilion Evaluation/Potential Construction – see CIP
8 Youth Activity Area Restroom Evaluation/Potential Construction – see CIP
F Hardscapes
2 School Property Road and Parking Lot Evaluation/Construction – see CIP
H Playgrounds
3 Play Pockets Design/Installation – see CIP
4 Youth Activity Area Playground Design/Construction – see CIP
5 Youth Activity Area Outdoor Classroom Design/Construction – see CIP
I Signs
1 Monument sign
2 Current events signs
3 Park rules sign
5 Trail wayfinding
5 Interpretive signage
J Stormwater Infrastructure
1 Stormwater management
Evaluate roadways, parking lots and impervious surfaces for stormwater issues. Identify
solutions that will slow entry of stormwater into the lake utilizing green stormwater
infrastructure where feasible. Evaluate existing drains and improve to restore
functionality or redesign for better function.
K Sustainability Improvements
Invest in the park system to prepare for meeting environmental sustainability targets including
reducing greenhouse gas emissions, sourcing, or installing renewable energy, electrification of
vehicles and equipment, improving water quality and access, reducing water, herbicide, and
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disposable product use, improving stormwater resilience, and reduction and management of
waste.
1 Evaluate the feasibility for installing environmental sustainability improvements at the
park and install infrastructure and equipment as feasible and appropriate.
2 Strategize how to provide shelter and/or relief from extreme heat events
L Trails and Boardwalks
3 School Property Trail System – Design/Construction – see CIP
M Utilities and Infrastructure
1 Information Technology Evaluation/Potential Installations
Evaluate the need for technological improvements at the park and install infrastructure
and equipment as feasible and appropriate.
2 Reconnect electricity and water
3 Reduce resource uses and costs – use Energy Star and water wise solutions
4 Consider eliminating poles with overhead lines and converting to underground utilities
N Water Access
1 Lake Viewshed
Manage shoreline vegetation to restore lake views within park. See Shoreline
Restoration project.
VI Property Management
A Property Agreements and Restrictions
Coordinate all design and new uses with existing property restrictions
1 Interlocal Partnership Agreement
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Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)7
The County of Oakland (“County”) and the School District of Pontiac (“District”) mutually agree to this 5-Year
Park Capital Improvement Plan (“CIP”) pursuant to Section 4.9 of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement for
Hawthorne Park between the County and the City, dated June 23, 2023 (“Interlocal Partnership Agreement”).
1. Section 4.9 of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement provides: “By May 1, 2025, OCPRC shall create a
Park Capital Improvement Plan (“CIP”) forecasting Capital Improvement Projects for a five (5) year
period. The CIP shall be created pursuant to OCPRC’s current policies and procedures and shall be
included in OCPRC’s annual CIP. Once completed, OCPRC shall submit the CIP, applicable to the Park, to
the District Representative for comments and recommendations. The Park Capital Improvement Plan
shall not be approved or implemented by OCPRC without prior written approval by the District
Representative. The District Representative shall submit its comments and recommendations to the
OCPRC Representative within thirty (30) Days of receipt of the CIP (“District CIP Comment Period”).
OCPRC shall review and consider the District Representative’s comments and recommendations and
shall endeavor to address all comments and recommendations; however, OCPRC is not obligated to
incorporate such comments and recommendations into the CIP. After receiving the District
Representative’s written approval of the CIP, OCPRC shall commence to have the CIP adopted and
implemented pursuant to its policies and procedures. Notwithstanding any other provision in this
Agreement, if the District Representative and OCPRC Representative cannot agree to a CIP within thirty
(30) Days after the end of the District CIP Comment Period, then OCPRC or District may proceed under
the Dispute Resolution Section of this Agreement, Section 4.2 or terminate this Agreement. If this
Agreement is terminated pursuant this Section, the District shall reimburse OCPRC the amount of the
non-depreciated value of Capital Improvements Projects to the Park. Modifications to the CIP shall be
codified according to the procedure set forth in this Section.”
2. This CIP is the writing contemplated by Section 4.9.
3. Section 1.2 of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement defines Capital Improvement Project as “a project
that: (1) costs thirty thousand dollars ($30,000.00) or more and (2) extends the life cycle of an existing
facility or asset; replaces, renovates, or remodels an existing facility or asset; or adds a new facility or
asset.”
4. Section 4.4 of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement provides the following regarding Park Improvement
Projects: “OCPRC shall be responsible to provide and perform (either directly or through third parties)
improvements for the Park. This responsibility and the costs associated therewith shall be addressed in
the plans and programs set forth and described herein. All Capital Improvement Projects shall become
an integral part of the Premises and shall be owned by the District, including the District accounting for
depreciation of any Capital Improvement Projects (if constructed) in the District’s financial statements.
No Capital Improvement Projects shall occur without the prior written approval of the District’s
Representative, unless such Capital Improvement Project was included in the Park Capital Improvement
Plan created pursuant to Section 4.9.
The Parties shall review this CIP every five (5) years and shall modify it as necessary.
7 The Capital Improvement Plan excludes any items that are specific to the City of Pontiac-owned part of Pontiac Oaks. See
(OCPRC 10/4/2023, pages 58-63).
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Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission (OCPRC) proposes the following Capital Improvements within
the next 5 years following the policies and procedures of OCPRC. Inclusion of the project in this CIP is not a
guarantee that the project will be implemented. Each project will be evaluated based on the core values of OCP
to ensure the project will meet the needs of the community and residents and is feasible for long-term
maintenance. Each project requires final approval by the OCPRC before releasing funding for the project.
Youth Activity Area
Based on public engagement that explores community need for youth-focused play and educational
opportunities, create a Youth Activity Area master plan located within the Pontiac School District property that
is focused on exploration and learning. Include a variety of play elements and opportunities for multi-
generational play. Incorporate the area into the overall Pontiac Oaks Park design that incorporates universal
design; and considers community need, site context, and natural resources impacts.
Regional Family Destination: Create an exciting destination with a variety of activities ranging from built play
structures to quiet play pockets to nature exploration. Visitors can also take advantage of the rest of Pontiac
Oaks to picnic and enjoy the trails, making it an all-day excursion destination
Outdoor Learning Destination: Honor the educational history of the property and include elements that can be
used as an outdoor classroom by District educators, with uses that can be tailored to both general and special
needs students, from pre-school through high school and which can be aligned with the implementation of
Michigan Educational Standards.
The capital improvement projects below will be incorporated into the Youth Activity Area master plan.
Project ID: 025 Playground Design/Construction
SCOPE: Design and construct a playground focused on exploration and learning. Include a variety of play
elements and opportunities for multi-generational play.
Project ID: 026 Outdoor Classroom Design/Construction
SCOPE: Design and install site features that will enhance the use of the park as an outdoor classroom
and that encourages exploration and imagination.
Project ID: 022 Pavilion Evaluation/Potential
SCOPE: Consider the need for a pavilion that could be used for family and group gatherings as well as
providing space for an outdoor classroom.
Project ID: 023 Restroom Building Evaluation/Potential
SCOPE: Consider the need for a restroom building to serve visitors, families, and school groups.
Project ID: 024 School Property Roads and Parking Evaluation/Construction
SCOPE: Design and construct roads and parking that consider the need for bus parking and safe transfer
to and from buses and is that integrates the Youth Activity Area parking with the parking needs for the
entire Pontiac Oaks Park.
Project ID: 016 Play Pockets Design/Installation
Scope: Design and install smaller play elements and sensory features throughout the area and along the
trail system.
Project ID: 027 School Property Trail System Design/Construction
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SCOPE: Design and construct an accessible trail system that enhances the Youth Activity Area by creating
connections with nature, encouraging intergenerational exploration, and providing access to play and
learning opportunities. Incorporate wayfinding and interpretive signage, play elements and resting
places.
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Park Operations and Maintenance Plan (POMP)
The County of Oakland (“County”) and the City of Pontiac School District (“District”) mutually agree to this 5-
Year Park Operations and Maintenance Plan (“POMP”) pursuant to Section 4.8 of the Interlocal Partnership
Agreement for Hawthorne Park between the County and the District, dated February 14, 2025 (“Interlocal
Partnership Agreement”).
1. Section 4.8 of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement provides: “By May 1, 2025, OCPRC shall create an
amendment to the Park Operations and Management Plan for Pontiac Oaks to include the Pontiac Youth
Activity Area (“POMP Amendment”).”
2. This POMP Amendment is the writing contemplated by Section 4.8.
3. The purpose of this POMP is to describe and delineate the duties and responsibilities of each Party
relating to Park operations and maintenance for a 5-year period beginning the date the Transition
Period ends.
4. Section 1.16 of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement defines “Transition Period” as a period of time
commencing on the Effective Date and ending on June 30, 2025 or the date the District Representative
approves the Park Action Plan (as described in Section 4.7), whichever occurs last.
5. The Parties agree to the following terms and conditions:
The Parties shall review this POMP every five (5) years and shall modify it as necessary for the efficient and
effective operation and management of the Park.
PARK OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE TOPIC 8
All items are the responsibility of OCP unless otherwise indicated
I Park Rules
A Park Rules are updated annually and approved by the Parks Commission. Rules are
posted online at https://www.oakgov.com/community/oakland-county-parks/parks-
trails/rules-and-regulations
II Park Access
B Opening and Closing: Park is open from dawn to dusk or other specific times as
indicated in the approved Park Rules
III Fees and Charges
A Entrance Fees: No requirement for daily or annual vehicle permit
B Pavilion Rentals per park rules
C Other Rentals per park rules
E Park revenue from rentals, reservations and programs at Pontiac Oaks East is OCP
revenue and will be deposited into a fund associated with the park. (Section 5.2)
IV Personnel
A Park staff
B Contractors
C Volunteers
V Communications and Marketing
A Promotion of events, social media, etc.
8 The Park Operations and Maintenance Plan excludes any items that are specific to the City of Pontiac-owned part of
Pontiac Oaks. See (OCPRC 10/4/2023, pages 64-66).
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PARK OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE TOPIC 8
All items are the responsibility of OCP unless otherwise indicated
VI Programs and Special Events
A OCP programs and events
C External party programs and events
VII Building Maintenance
B Housekeeping
A Inspections
1 Buildings (monthly)
B Repairs and Maintenance
1 Operating budget-funded repairs
2 Maintenance Management Plan-funded repairs
VIII Park Improvements Maintenance
A Annual inspections
1 Playground (monthly and annually)
4 Stormwater infrastructure (monthly and annually)
2 Boardwalks (annual)
3 Risk assessment (annual)
B Repairs and Maintenance
1 Operating Budget-funded repairs
2 Maintenance Management Plan-funded repairs
IX Grounds Maintenance
A Trash and Debris Management
B Lawn Maintenance
C Landscape Maintenance
D Parking Lot Maintenance
1 Repairs
2 Striping
E Winter Maintenance
1 Snow clearing on paved surfaces
2 De-icing
X Natural Resources Management
A Forestry Management
1 Hazardous tree management
B Natural Areas Stewardship
1 No-mow zones
2 Pollinator gardens
3 Invasive species management
C Freshwater Stewardship
1 Aquatic species management
D Wildlife Management
XI Utilities and Telephone
A Electric service
B Telephone service
XII Information Technology
A Maintenance of IT equipment
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PARK OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE TOPIC 8
All items are the responsibility of OCP unless otherwise indicated
XIII Vehicles and Equipment
A Management of capital vehicles and equipment, including depreciation
XIV Administrative Support
A Fiscal services
1 Annual operating budget
A Planning
1 Annual park action plan updates
2 Design master plan
B Resource Development
1 Grants management
2 Sponsorship development
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Park Security Plan 9
The County of Oakland (“County”) and the School District of Pontiac (“District”) mutually agree to this Park
Security Plan pursuant to Section 4.13 of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement between the County and the
District, dated February 14, 2025 (“Interlocal Partnership Agreement”).
1. Section 4.13 of the Interlocal Partnership Agreement provides: “Park Security. OCPRC shall work with
the Oakland County Sheriff's Office or other law enforcement to develop a security plan for the Park.
Once completed, OCPRC shall submit the security plan to the District Representative for comments and
recommendations. The District shall submit its comments and recommendations to the OCPRC
Representative within forty-five (45) Days of receipt of the security plan. If the District Representative
does not respond within the forty-five (45) day period, then the District Representative is deemed not to
have any comments or recommendations. OCPRC shall review and consider the District Representative’s
comments and recommendations and shall endeavor to address all comments and recommendations;
however, OCPRC is not obligated to incorporate such comments and recommendations into the security
plan. Security for the Park or Premises shall be provided by OCPRC solely at the expense of the OCPRC.
2. This Park Security Plan is the writing contemplated by Section 4.13.
3. The Parties agree to the following terms and conditions:
I Safety Through Design
A safe park environment is well-used by residents, has clear sight lines, and is clean and well-
maintained. OCP’s park security plan will use these strategies to create and maintain an
environment that is safe and welcoming.
A Consider the safety of park users and crime prevention when designing facilities and
amenities at all Oakland County Parks.
B Establish standard opening and closing hours at the park and place signage to notify park
guests of hours of operation. Make all reasonable efforts to notify park guests of changes
in opening and closing hours due to weather, special events, or other reasons.
II Technology
Park safety through design will be enhanced by selective uses of equipment and technology.
These may include security cameras, motion-activated lights, automatic locks on public
buildings, and automatic entry/exit gates.
A Secure the park after hours. Strategies to secure park may include gated access, security
alarm systems, video cameras, and motion-sensor lighting.
B Create a plan for lighting on buildings, roadways, and parking lots will assist staff in
monitoring the park.
C Evaluate the feasibility of license plate readers as a preventative measure and to assist
Sheriff’s departments in prosecution if needed.
III Law Enforcement Services
Park security involving patrols and other law enforcement services will be managed at OCP
expense and in partnership with the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office.
A Instruct Park staff and volunteers are encouraged to report suspicious or illegal activity
and/or unsafe conditions to the park Supervisor or their designee.
9 No modifications have been made to the Park Security Plan created for Pontiac Oaks. See (OCPRC 10/4/2023, pages 67-68)
Park Security Plan
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B Train Park staff and volunteers to call 911 for response by law enforcement personnel,
and to not intervene to stop suspicious or illegal activity.
C Park Deputies will patrol Hawthorne the same as all the Oakland County Parks. They will
drive through the park throughout the day. When we have large events at the park they
will be scheduled to assist with parking and crowd control.
IV Staff Training
All Park staff will receive training on Emergency Response Plan and Protocols.
Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement (2/14/2025)
Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Transition Period Plan (6/28/2023)
Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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Interlocal Partnership Agreement with City of Pontiac School District (2/14/2025)
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References
ASTI/PEA. 2/13/2025. Phase I Environmental Site Assessment 615-645 Walton Boulevard and Parcel 1418201001
North Telegraph Road Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan. Brighton MI: ASTI Environmental.
OCPRC. 10/4/2023. Pontiac Oaks Park Action Plan for Hawthorne Park, City of Pontiac, Michigan. Waterford, MI:
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission.
Pontiac. 1/29/2021. Pontiac Parks and Recreation Master Plan 2021-2025. Pontiac MI: City of Pontiac City
Council.
School District of the City of Pontiac and County of Oakland. 2/14/2025. Interlocal Partnership Agreement.
Waterford MI: Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission.
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 2
Department: Development & Engineering
From: Melissa Prowse, Manager – Planning & Development
Subject: BOC Healthy Communities Project - Catalpa Oaks
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
1.Summary
In July 2024, staff presented the overall budgets and park development concept for all the ARPA-funded
park projects. At that time the Commission approved the following for Catalpa Oaks:
Project Scope: Parking lot (paved parking, stormwater improvements), new
pavilion/shade/seating, access routes.
Project Budget: ARPA: $750,000. OCPR: $1,490,000. Total: $2,240,000
As staff have worked through the design/engineering for these new developments at Catalpa Oaks, 2
opportunities have been presented that make sense to complete at the same time as the ARPA
improvements, as the park will already be under construction and closed to the public. In 2018 the
Commission approved the first phase of redeveloping the 4 full-size soccer fields at the park. Two fields
were re-graded and irrigated at that time, with the other two being deferred. Staff are requesting to
complete that deferred work on the other two fields at this time, while the park is already under
construction. Our partners at South Oakland County Soccer (SOCS) are very excited at the prospect of
having all the soccer fields at Catalpa be fully functional, with irrigation and proper grading to ensure a
safe and enjoyable soccer experience.
We were also presented with an opportunity to add a fitness court to Catalpa Oaks. Through our
discussions with the National Fitness Campaign (who we worked with to help fund a portion of a similar
fitness court in Farmington), we are recommending the addition of this unique amenity to Catalpa Oaks
at this time. There is grant funding available through a partnership with Priority Health that would offset
some of the cost (between $30,000 and $60,000). Catalpa Oaks is an ideal location for this type of
amenity, as an active, sports-themed park. Staff are recommending the version of the court that has
fitness equipment on one side, and a flat surface on the other side for programming classes/activities.
The total estimated cost including a $30,000 grant would be $267,000. We are requesting the
Commission approve this portion of the project contingent upon receiving a minimum grant of $30,000.
Completing these two additional scope items will effectively complete the master plan for Catalpa Oaks.
There may be a project in a future year to upgrade the maintenance areas/facilities at the park, but staff
don’t anticipate any additional major capital improvements needed at Catalpa for many years.
2. Scope for Additional Projects at Catalpa Oaks
a.(2) Full Size Soccer Field Irrigation & Grading
i.Install irrigation on the (2) Eastern full-size soccer fields. Tie into existing irrigation system
that was designed to support these 2 fields and the 2 previously completed Western full-
size soccer fields (4 total).
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ii. Grade, crown, and reseed (2) Eastern full-size soccer fields with new topsoil to allow for
proper drainage and long term integrity of the fields.
b. Fitness Court / Studio
i. Procure and install fitness equipment on a 72’-9” x 38’ concrete pad as required by fitness
equipment manufacturer.
3. Project Budget
At the January Parks Commission meeting the Commission approved a Financial Reserves Strategic
Plan to allocate much of the un-budgeted 2025 millage revenue that became available once the millage
passed. As part of that plan, $11.34M was allocated to be added to the FY25 Capital Improvement
Program. While $6.3M was added to scale up the ARPA projects at Red Oaks McGillivray Play Garden
and Oak Park Woods, nearly $5M remains in that allocation. Staff are requesting to use that funding
allocated for 2025 CIP to fund these additional scope items at Catalpa Oaks.
Project Budget
Funding Available:
N/A Not in Approved FY CIP Plan $0
Project Costs:
(2) Full Size Soccer Irrigation & Grading $650,000
Fitness
Court/Studio
Procurement, Construction, &
Installation of Equipment $267,000
Sub-Total $917,000
20% Contingency $183,400
Total Cost: $1,100,400
ATTACHMENTS
1. Attachment A – Catalpa Oaks Master Plan
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of project expenditure Not to exceed $1,100,400 to add renovation of two soccer
fields and the addition of a fitness court (contingent upon a minimum grant of $30,000) to BOC Healthy
Communities Project – Catalpa Oaks.
MOTION
Move to approve expenditure not to exceed $1,100,400 to add renovation of two soccer fields and the addition
of a fitness court (contingent upon a minimum grant of $30,000) to BOC Healthy Communities Project – Catalpa
Oaks.
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Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 3
Department: Administration
From: Chris Ward, Director
Subject: Oakland County Farmers Market Location
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
Discussions regarding the future location of the Oakland County Farmers Market have limited our
ability to move forward with the planning and design phase of a much-needed modernization
project to address significant challenges at our existing facility. A $2.3 million grant from the US
Department of Housing and Development Department was secured by our congressional
representatives in 2022. A final decision on the market location and plan is needed to fulfill the
requirements of this grant and submit a request for the transfer of funding.
Last year, the Board of Commissioners (BOC) approved the transfer of management
responsibility for a 105-acre area of county owned property located south of the main county
campus on Vanguard Drive with the intention that we develop a public park, featuring passive
recreational uses. Last December, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
(OCPRC) approved a motion to support the development of a partnership with the Water
Resources Commission (WRC) to jointly develop the property and pursue opportunities to utilize
drain easements and public land to create pedestrian connectivity to downtown Pontiac and its
surrounding neighborhoods. The BOC’s Economic Development and Infrastructure (EDI)
Committee has recommended a resolution to the full Board for approval to allow WRC to further
develop these plans.
This past February, during the work session of the OCPRC meeting, Oakland County Parks
(OCP) staff recommended to seek full Board approval to add the operation of a farmers market
to the list of authorized uses at Bicentennial Oaks, and Commissioners gave direction to pursue
this change. Since a formal motion was not made, this was not noted in the minutes. However, at
a meeting of the BOC’s Legislative Affairs and Government Operations (LAGO) Committee last
week, members requested that the OCPRC formally take this step.
I have met with the market vendors on multiple occasions over the past several months and they
have indicated strong support for the Bicentennial Oaks site. Attached you will find a copy of the
presentation to the LAGO Committee, as well as an analysis conducted by OCP staff in support
of this option.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Move to request that the Board of Commissioners take action to add the operation of a farmers
market as an authorized use of the 105-acre property transferred to Oakland County Parks
management, commonly known as Bicentennial Oaks.
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Oakland County Farmer’s Market
Location Assessment – Summary of Findings
Background & History
The Oakland County Farmer’s Market (OCFM) was located in downtown Pontfac untfl the early 1950s. It
was relocated to its current locatfon on the county campus for several reasons including flooding and
infrastructure deterioratfon and a lack of parking at the Pontfac site. A big part of the success of the
Oakland County Farmer’s Market is the long-term commitment of the many multf-generatfonal families
who have been vendors since the 1950s and have constructed their businesses around the OCFM.
The market was operated by Oakland County Facilitfes Maintenance and Operatfons through 2009. In
2010 the Board of Commissioners passed a resolutfon approving the County Executfve’s delegatfon of
authority to Oakland County Parks (OCP) to manage and operate the market. This responsibility included
capital improvements and major maintenance, with FM&O contfnuing to provide some grounds
maintenance support.
The OCFM has flourished and grown substantfally since being managed by OCP. The number of regular
vendors has increased, providing expanded, more diverse optfons for patrons. Several special events
have successfully brought in thousands of patrons each year including the Holiday Shopping Night,
Spring Flower Days, Family Market Day, Oakland Uncorked, Trick-or-Treat at the Market, Gleaners Food
Distributfon events, art shows, and more. The OCFM partners with our vendors to accept multfple food
assistance benefit programs including SNAP/EBT, Double Up Food Bucks, and Senior and WIC Market
Fresh Coupons. Staff have cultfvated a relatfonship with a BBQ vendor that is on site on market days and
very popular among market patrons and county staff for lunch.
In 2023 OCP received a grant from HUD through the Community Project Funding (CPF) program for
$2.36M for a renovatfon and modernizatfon project at the Oakland County Farmer’s Market. This grant
was made possible through support from Senator Haley Stevens and Senator Debbie Stabenow’s offices.
The grant must be expended by 2030, or the funds will be returned to the CPF program.
Through recent conversatfons with the County Executfve’s Office and Water Resource Commissioner’s
(WRC) office, an opportunity has presented itself to possibly move the OCFM across Telegraph to 109
acres that the county owns just south of the main county campus, referred to as the “Vanguard
Property” as it’s accessed off Vanguard Road.
At the Vanguard property, the central oak woodland is present in the 1940’s aerial imagery which
indicates lower levels of disturbance and degradatfon. On-site visits confirmed that the woodlot
contains many large White and Red oaks as well as some Hickories. Some small remnant natfve
understory plant populatfons persist, with an area of partfcular interest directly west of the oak
woodland. Some other areas of seed bank potentfal are around a depression in the northwest of the
property, as well as an area in the southwest near the existfng sunflower lot. A wetland bisects the
property central northern 1/4 to eastern northern 1/4 where it meets the stream corridor. North of this,
there is a potentfal prairie remnant that requires further investfgatfon. Much of the property outside of
these areas seems highly degraded with many invasives present.
After conductfng environmental assessments OCP has learned that there is some lead arsenate
contaminatfon on the site. However, it is not deep into the soil, and only over approximately 2.4 acres of
the site. Staff are working with ASTI to identffy remediatfon optfons and cost estfmates.
Current Site Constraints
The market’s current locatfon has served the market well, but it has many challenges and constraints
that while renovatfons could improve, the site is stfll not ideal.
1. Parking size and flow: There is not enough parking at the site, and to maximize parking, traffic
flow is a challenge, especially with large amounts of pedestrian actfvity on the site. OCP initfally
planned to utflize the west parking lot of the County Executfve Office Building as weekend
overflow parking, but the county’s tentatfve plans to sell that building in the future make this
likely not a viable optfon. Having no light at the current locatfon is also a challenge on busy days
– the light at Vanguard Drive will make ingress/egress much easier.
2. Infrastructure at the existfng site is failing. There are significant utflity issues that will likely
require full replacement if the market stays in its current locatfon.
3. The current building is not in a conditfon to effectfvely renovate. After closer examinatfon and
review, staff feel that the existfng building would need to be removed and a new building
constructed to achieve our goals (more indoor space, better ingress/egress, new restrooms, new
office space, demonstratfon area, etc.).
4. The size constraints of the current site will make it challenging to add additfonal amenitfes
needed for programs and events. A new pavilion for outdoor classes, events and gatherings has
long been recommended to facilitate the programs and events at the market and may not fit on
the current site. The building will have limited ability to expand due to the size of the property
and parking needs.
5. Limited visibility and some confusion on how to find/get to the market in its current locatfon.
Not on a “main” road.
Financial Implications
In 2023 when staff applied to the Community Project Funding program through Senator Haley Stevens
office, we had only very rough numbers for some renovatfons/repairs at the current market site. We
applied for $2.36M and indicated we would match that with our own funding. Over the past 2 years we
have learned more about the conditfon of the current site (which contfnues to deteriorate) and the
expenses that will be associated with its renovatfon. Because of the conditfons at the current site,
rebuilding the market at that locatfon or building a new market at the Vanguard property will likely have
similar costs.
Benefits of Moving to the Vanguard Site
There are several benefits of moving the Oakland County Farmer’s Market to the Vanguard Site
1. The market would be back within the city limits of Pontfac. Even if it’s just moving down the
street, this is a symbolic move that furthers the county’s efforts to invest in Pontfac and provide
great recreatfon and health and wellness opportunitfes to its residents.
2. There are no space constraints at the Vanguard site. This would allow us to:
a. Build safe and adequate parking and pedestrian walkways, which wouldn’t require any
satellite parking or pedestrian road crossings.
b. Construct a market building large enough to house all vendors as well as host special
events and facilitate rentals.
c. Add new building amenitfes such as a demonstratfon kitchen, universally accessible and
family restrooms, office space for market staff, meetfng space, etc.
d. Add external supportfng amenitfes such as a large pavilion for outdoor actfvitfes
associated with the market including yoga, tai chi, MSU Extension programs, etc.
3. On a larger site we can create new, additfonal amenitfes to make the market more of a
destfnatfon for families – a place where they can come spend the morning, rather than a half-
hour to grab produce and go. This could include:
a. Unique farm or nature-themed play elements
b. Interactfve educatfonal displays
c. Trails that connect through the rest of the property and to the county campus – possibly
an art-walk trail with permanent and/or rotatfng art
d. Gathering spaces for picnics – for the public as well as county employees on campus
NOTE: If WRC also moves to the Vanguard property, as is being discussed, there is potentfal
for shared development of common/park spaces on the site, as well as a connectfon to what
will hopefully one day be a drains-to-trails project on the back of the property, with a trail
connectfng from the property to downtown Pontfac.
4. Perhaps most important to the vendors, is the increased visibility from having the market on
Telegraph Road instead of Pontfac Lake Road. Telegraph has significantly higher traffic volumes
and is also where the main county campus is located.
5. Second most important to the vendors, they would have contfnuity of operatfons if the new
market was built on the Vanguard site – the current market site could contfnue to operate while
a new market was built. If the current site is renovated, we would need to consider providing a
temporary market elsewhere in the area (tents) during constructfon, but vendors have significant
concerns about this disruptfon.
6. As an additfonal benefit to county employees and people visitfng the courthouse, the Vanguard
site would provide pedestrian access from the main county campus to the market.
Benefits of Staying at the Current Site
1. A slightly less expensive project, but mostly due to a smaller scope and site constraints.
2. History and nostalgia associated with the current site, for vendors and market visitors.
Staff Recommendatfon
Considering all factors, staff recommends that the Commission consider moving the OCFM to the
Vanguard property (if feasible). Moving to this site will allow for a much needed larger, more impactiul
market, attractfng more vendors and patrons to have a unique, excitfng farmer’s market experience.
While a scope is yet to be defined, the Vanguard property will allow for more creatfvity, innovatfon, and
space to construct a market venue that will draw people from across the county not just to buy produce
or flowers, but to immerse themselves in a health and wellness and recreatfonal experience that can
provide many more benefits than just fresh produce.
Depending on the final scope of the project, staff see this as an opportunity to make Oakland County and
Oakland County Parks the go-to and most well-known farmer’s market in the county. With a new state-
of-the art, efficient building that provides support for our vendors and creates an excitfng, unique
environment for patrons, a new OCFM could become a destfnatfon for residents from all over Oakland
County, not just the immediate area.
OCP has a core value of Health and Wellness – specifically to increase access to the spaces and
experiences that promote physical, mental and social health for all. Providing a vibrant, excitfng farmer’s
market that connects residents with fresh produce grown in Michigan in a fun, educatfonal environment
is a great way for OCP to help work toward that goal.
Oakland County
Farmers Market
Modernization & Relocation Analysis
A place for farmers
and artisans to sell
products directly to
consumers
The success of a market is often determined by many of the same factors that impact any retail business:
•Location & Convenience
•Understanding of Customers
•Marketing
•Efficient Operation
•Reputation and Reliability
The Oakland County
Farmers Market has
a long history
•Founded in 1924 as a partnership between Pontiac and county government
•First market location was downtown on Mill Street
•Market was moved to its current location in 1954 due to lack of adequate parking and repeated flooding from the Clinton River
Market
Vendors
•84 active market vendors
currently
•Participation is limited to
producers/growers
•Several have sold at the
market for multiple
generations
•Non-market days allow
farmers time to restock
Oakland County
Parks Began
Managing the
OCFM in 2009
•Visited by 175,000
people yearly
•Our most popular facility
•3rd highest priority for
investment by citizens
•Substantial growth since 2009
with diversified goods, special
events, food assistance
benefit acceptance, and
programs like cooking demos
and fitness classes
Great Parks for Great People
Need for Market
Renovations &
Modernization
•Expand Vendor Rental Opportunities
•Significant Parking/Traffic Limitations
•Updated Utilities and Infrastructure
•Storage/sale of hot/cold products
•ADA/universal accessibility
•Opportunity to improve energy efficiency
and promote sustainability goals.
•Pedestrian connectivity
•Commercial kitchen
•Enhanced spaces dedicated to health focused
programming and activities
•Relocation allows for continuity of business
•Relocation frees property for EOC/Homeland Security
$2.36 million HUD
grant secured
•Senator Debbie Stabenow and
Congresswoman Haley
Stevens played a key role in
success of market
modernization grant proposal.
•Grant funds must be expended
by 2030 under guidelines
•Final decisions are needed
regarding the project scope and
location to submit request for
transfer of funds
Downtown Pontiac
Relocation Proposals
•Commissioners, staff visited
former Oakland Press
building at request of the City
in April 2023.
•Concerns shared included
lack of parking, traffic flow,
visibility.
•OCP letter to developer
seeking further information
and proposed terms received
no response.
Pontiac Redevelopment
Project
•Rendering of market building in
10/24 Crains article created
increased anxiety among vendors,
staff
•Market requires a much larger
footprint to accommodate vendors,
customer needs
•Convenience of market for grab and
go transactions, vendor unloading
and loading a big concern
MSU/UM Study on Economic Impact
of Flint Market Relocation
“we cannot rule out the possibility that the market's
relocation has instead had a limited or even
deleterious effect… may act as an island of prosperity,
with visitors frequenting it and proceeding directly
home... The market's relocation may have therefore
increased competition and displaced existing
businesses, opposite of the intended effect.”
Lansing Market
Cautionary Tale
•Decision to close market
building in 2010
•Vendors excluded from
discussions about new
building
•New market building was
poorly designed for
vendors, customer needs
•City decided to close
market in 2018
•Building is now a
shuffleboard facility
Bicentennial
Oaks
Option
Why Bicentennial Oaks?
•Continuity of business during construction
•Reduced uncertainty regarding
the future of the market
•Increased visibility of the market
•Flexibility to grow market and add
complementary amenities
•Adequate parking and improved traffic flow
•Vendors support move and eager
to begin planning
•OCP staff recommendation
•Lack of a viable alternative location
•Opens existing site for EOC construction
•Need to move the project forward and
seek public input
Parks Director Recommended FY 2026 Budget Message
Director’s Revised Financial Summary:
Parks Director Message
2026 will mark an important milestone in the history of Oakland County Parks – the 60th anniversary of our founding. We approach this birthday mindful
of the extraordinary legacy of achievement and recreational excellence that has been the hallmark of Oakland County Parks (OCP) for the past six
decades and are eager to pay this debt forward by mapping out a future that builds upon this foundation with many, many more successes to come.
Thanks to the overwhelming support from voters in approving the recent parks millage proposal, we are embarking on a transformative journey to build
a future of great parks for all and extraordinary recreational experiences in every season. This budget plan works to achieve these goals by prioritizing
investment in:
Adapting, Modernizing and Expanding Parks and Recreational Facilities: 100% of the increased revenues generated from OCP’s increased tax levy will
be committed to one-time investments in capital improvements, equipment and acquisition of recreational lands. The FY 2026 Capital Improvement
Plan funds a list of much needed investments in park improvement projects totaling more than $20 million, including the construction of major
renovations at the Orion and Lyon Oaks Dog Parks, the Glen Oaks Event Center and many more priority assets throughout our park system. $4.5 million
has also been set aside to purchase updated equipment to ensure our park facilities will continue to be well maintained.
Pursuing Partnerships that Benefit People: The power of partnership will be evident throughout 2026 as we wrap up work on and welcome the public
to enjoy newly revitalized urban parks in Oak Park, Southfield, Pontiac and Madison Heights. Collaboration with forward-looking local leaders was
essential as we made these historic investments to rejuvenate parks in our core cities and to expand our county park system to better serve their
residents for generations to come. We look forward to welcoming our 16th county park location next year, Oak Park Woods at Shepherd Park, and the
completion of many more incredible projects throughout 2026.
Promoting Conservation and Natural Resources Stewardship: We are continuing our commitment to preserving natural habitats and promoting
environmental sustainability by making major investments in the acquisition and conservation of threatened natural areas, invasive species control,
Revenue and Expense Budget
FY 2026 - $67,347,363
FY 2027 - $68,195,308
FY 2028 - $69,075,051
FY 2026 Unrestricted Net Position Projection FY 2026
Projected unrestricted net position September 30, 2025 $ 48,798,713
Add: Operating Revenues $ 67,347,363
Deduct: Operating Expenses Less Depreciation
and Budgeted Equity Adjustment $ (40,565,714)
Deduct: Capital Equipment Budget $ (4,500,000)
Estimated FY 2026 Capital Improvement Expenses $ (20,068,215)
Estimated FY 2026 Acquisitions $ (7,500,000)
Add: Anticipated Depreciation $ 4,500,000
Projected Unrestricted Net Position 9/30/2026 $ 48,012,147
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natural resources management, and by offering engaging programs that inspire our residents to explore and protect the outdoors.
Voters have given OCP an extraordinary vote of confidence. The ball is in our court to prove ourselves worthy of their trust by making wise financial
decisions that we can sustain over the long term and that have a positive impact on the lives of the people we serve. It is with this goal in mind that I
am pleased to present the OCP budget and capital asset management plans for the 2026 fiscal year and financial forecasts for fiscal years 2027 and
2028.
Respectfully submitted,
Chris Ward, Director
Oakland County Parks
Parks Director Recommended FY 2026 Budget Message (continued)
Budget Year Cycles
• FY 2026 budget year will commence October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026
• FY 2027 budget year will commence October 1, 2026 - September 30, 2027
• FY 2028 budget year will commence October 1, 2027 - September 30, 2028
Note: These dates coincide with the County of Oakland’s fiscal years and its 3-year budget forecasting process.
FY 2026 Proposed Revenue
The recommended revenue budget is $67,347,363, which is a 65.09% increase from the FY 2025 amended budget of $40,794,204. Budgets for FY 2026
through FY 2028 were developed from the FY 2024 Actuals and the FY 2025 Amended Budget. Overall revenues increased $26,553,159, the result of
increased Property Taxes ($25,438,716) mostly due to millage adoption. Income from Investments also increased ($1,560,000) due to elevated fund
balance and strong investment returns. Offsetting these increases is a decrease in Charges for Services ($460,557) due to reducing Fees Day Use line for
multiple parks because free entry was part of the millage passing. Entrance Fees Gen Admission also decreased due to not opening Waterford Oaks
Waterpark. Additional variance details are included in the budget reports.
The FY 2026 revenue budget includes:
• Property taxes from the .35 Millage $53,383,348 (79.26%)
• Other Intergovernmental Revenue $ 300,000 (.4455%)
• Charges for Services $11,863,715 (17.61%)
• Contributions $ 35,300 (.0524%)
• Income on Investments & Other Revenue $ 1,765,000 (2.620%)
$67,347,363
$53,383,348
$11,863,715
$300,000 $35,300
$1,765,000
FY 2026 REVENUE
Property Taxes
Charges for Services
Other Intergov't
Revenues
Contributions
Investment Income
Parks Director Recommended FY 2026 Budget Message (continued)
FY 2026 Proposed Expense
The recommended operating expense budget is $67,347,363, a 65.09% increase from
the FY 2025 amended budget.
The FY 2026 expense budget includes:
• Personnel $22,611,874 (33.57%)
• Operating Expense $14,520,010 (21.56%)
• Depreciation $ 4,500,000 (6.68%)
• Internal Services $ 1,983,830 (2.95%)
• Budgeted Equity Adjustments $22,281,649 (33.08%)
• Intergovernmental Transfers $ 1,050,000 (1.56%)
• Transfers Out $ 400,000 (0.59%)
$67,347,363
The proposed FY 2026 expense budget of $67,347,363 is an increase of $26,553,159 from the FY 2025 amended budget of $40,794,204. The FY 2026
budget contains a general salary increase and new position requests resulting in an overall Personnel cost of $22,611,874 and Operating Expense of
$14,520,010. Budgeted Equity Adjustment of $22,281,649 is unassigned for future capital acquisitions and unanticipated one-time expenses.
$22,611,874
$14,520,010 $4,500,000
$1,983,830
$22,281,649
$1,050,000 $400,000
FY 2026 EXPENDITURES
Personnel
Operating
Depreciation
Internal Services
Budgeted Equity
Adjustments
Intergovernmental
Transfers
Transfers Out
A budget stabilization financial reserve of not less than 25% or three months of the annual operating expenditures reflected in annual budget
(excluding depreciation and budgeted surplus funds). This amount is consistent with Oakland County’s financial policies and best practices as
recommended by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). The purpose of maintaining these reserves is to ensure continuity of services
during an economic downturn or emergency and to ensure adequate cash flow throughout the budget year.
$-
$10,000,000
$20,000,000
$30,000,000
$40,000,000
$50,000,000
$60,000,000
$70,000,000
$80,000,000
$90,000,000
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
Fiscal Year
Net Position Forecast
Total Revenues
Net Expenses
Capital Projects
Net Position
Depreciation
$300,000
$35,300
$53,383,348
$11,863,715
$1,765,000
$67,347,363 $67,347,363
$22,611,874
$14,520,010
$4,500,000
$1,983,830
$1,450,000
$22,281,649
$0
$10,000,000
$20,000,000
$30,000,000
$40,000,000
$50,000,000
$60,000,000
$70,000,000
$80,000,000
FY 2026
Operating Budget Revenue and Expense
2026Revenues 2026
Expenses
Type Category Subcategory Account Description
Revenues
Taxes Taxes 601208-Delinquent Tax Prior Years
601637-Property Tax Levy
Total
Intergovernmental Intergovernmental 620573-Local Comm Stabilization Sha..
Total
Charges for Services Charges for Services
630084-Antenna Site Management
630301-Commission Contracts
630308-Commission Food Services
630644-Entrance Fees Gen Admission
630651-Entrance Fees Swimming Cla..
630693-Fees Camping
630700-Fees Day Use
630707-Fees Driving Range
630847-Greens Fees
631001-Interest on Delinquent Taxes
631253-Miscellaneous
631743-Refunds Miscellaneous
631771-Reimb 3rd Party
631799-Reimb Contracts
631911-Rent House
631918-Rental Equipment
631925-Rental Facilities
631932-Rental Golf Carts
631946-Rental Units or Events
632037-Sales Retail
632135-Special Contracts
Total
Investment Income Investment Income 655077-Accrued Interest Adjustments
655385-Income from Investments
Total
Contributions Contributions 650104-Contributions Operating
650305-Sponsorships
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
702110-Per Diem
702140-Other Miscellaneous Salaries
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating Expense Contractual Services
730072-Advertising
730114-Auction Expense
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730373-Contracted Services
730429-Custodial Services
730520-Design Fees
730562-Electrical Service
730585-Employee License-Certification
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730789-General Program Administrati..
730814-Grounds Maintenance
730926-Indirect Costs
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
$52,858,348
$525,000
$53,383,348
$300,000
$300,000
$101,500
$1,098,000
$115,000
$1,730,000
$861,200
$44,100
$67,100
$95,000
$5,100
$700
$1,915
($1,000)
$3,810,000
$150,000
$150,000
$1,979,500
$30,000
$1,500,000
$5,400
$49,200
$71,000
$11,863,715
$1,750,000
$15,000
$1,765,000
$35,000
$300
$35,300
$67,347,363
$110,650
$16,100
$234,300
$200,000
$9,500
$16,186,220
$5,855,104
$22,611,874
$3,050
$343,100
$4,000
$350
$110,375
$46,700
$50,000
$152,900
$875,850
$16,700
$227,000
$55,150
$14,150
$2,900
$164,500
$26,650
$27,205
$500
$750
$5,900
$44,150
$125
$1,000
$24,965
$950,000
$3,347,100
$2,000,000
$75,150
$78,700
$679,200
$2,825
$75
$668,700
$500,000
$40,000
$1,012,700
$289,600
$843,000
$500
$50,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
Oakland County Parks Department
RETURN TO AGENDA
Type Category Subcategory Account Description
Expenses
Operating Expense
Contractual Services
730926-Indirect Costs
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731073-Legal Services
731108-License Plates and Title Fees
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731143-Mail Handling-Postage Svc
731157-Maintenance Equipment
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731339-Periodicals Books Publ Sub
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731500-Public Information
731633-Rental Property Maintenance
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731836-Sponsorship
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732020-Travel Employee Taxable Me..
732039-Twp and City Treas Bonds
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
732165-Workshops and Meeting
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750287-Maintenance Supplies
750385-Merchandise
750392-Metered Postage
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Transfer to Municipalities Transfer to Municipalities 762011-Transfer to Municipalities
Total
Internal Services Internal Services
771639-Drain Equipment
773630-Info Tech Development
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
Transfers Out Transfers Out 788001-Transfers Out
Total
Budgeted Equity
Adjustments
Budgeted Equity Adjust..796500-Budgeted Equity Adjustments
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$3,050
$343,100
$4,000
$350
$110,375
$46,700
$50,000
$152,900
$875,850
$16,700
$227,000
$55,150
$14,150
$2,900
$164,500
$26,650
$27,205
$500
$750
$5,900
$44,150
$125
$1,000
$24,965
$950,000
$3,347,100
$2,000,000
$75,150
$78,700
$679,200
$2,825
$75$668,700$500,000$40,000$1,012,700$289,600$843,000$500$50,000
$132,875
$289,250
$179,250
$190,550
$40,450
$7,500
$563,500
$5,750
$265,400
$16,115
$93,850
$14,520,010
$106,400
$1,413,900
$1,397,500
$1,582,200
$4,500,000
$1,050,000
$1,050,000
$164,800
$496,200
$113,100
$47,000
$283,660
$22,720
$781,550
$50,000
$24,800
$1,983,830
$400,000
$400,000
$22,281,649
$22,281,649
$67,347,363
FY2026 Recommended Budget
Oakland County Parks Department
160010 Golf
Glen Oaks
GLG 5060172
Lyon Oaks
LYP 5060174
Red Oaks
RDP 5060176
Springfield
Oaks
SPR 5060178
White Lake
Oaks
WLG 5060180
GRAND
TOTAL
Revenues
Charges for
Services Charges for Services
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
Fringe Benefits
Operating
Expense
Contractual Services
Commodities
Depreciation Depreciation
Internal
Services Internal Services
GRAND TOTAL
$1,464,000 $1,936,500 $626,500 $1,203,000 $1,344,100 $6,574,100
$1,464,000 $1,936,500 $626,500 $1,203,000 $1,344,100 $6,574,100
$195,485
$712,893
$215,689
$1,005,833
$67,339
$339,751
$145,291
$619,702
$198,465
$695,573
$822,269
$3,373,752
$44,900
$288,100
$227,750
$516,400
$25,450
$275,375
$95,350
$267,600
$101,650
$233,850
$495,100
$1,581,325
$255,000 $292,000 $167,300 $228,000 $145,000 $1,087,300
$48,450 $63,650 $29,020 $52,250 $51,000 $244,370
$1,544,828 $2,321,322 $904,235 $1,408,193 $1,425,538 $7,604,116
FY2026 Recommended Budget
160010 Golf Summary
160720 Conference Center
Addison
Oaks
ADD 5060150
Glen Oaks
GLG 5060172
Lyon Oaks
LYP 5060174
White Lake
Oaks
WLG 5060180
GRAND
TOTAL
Revenues
Charges for
Services Charges for Services
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
Fringe Benefits
Operating
Expense
Contractual Services
Commodities
Depreciation Depreciation
Internal
Services Internal Services
GRAND TOTAL
$90,000 $50,000 $95,000 $40,000 $275,000
$90,000 $50,000 $95,000 $40,000 $275,000
$15,097
$41,927
$12,901
$31,053
$11,086
$22,362
$13,540
$32,487
$52,624
$127,829
$4,750
$94,000
$2,000
$99,475
$1,250
$69,400
$3,000
$38,850
$11,000
$301,725
$199,000 $90,500 $180,000 $469,500
$6,300 $3,200 $15,000 $15,700 $40,200
$162,074 $347,629 $209,598 $283,577 $1,002,878
FY2026 Recommended Budget
160720 Conference Center Summary
160710 Campground
Addison
Oaks
ADD 5060150
Groveland
Oaks
GRV 5060152
GRAND
TOTAL
Revenues
Charges for
Services Charges for Services
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
Fringe Benefits
Operating
Expense
Contractual Services
Commodities
Depreciation Depreciation
Internal
Services Internal Services
GRAND TOTAL
$777,500 $1,448,500 $2,226,000
$777,500 $1,448,500 $2,226,000
$276,333
$1,029,376
$210,936
$884,015
$487,269
$1,913,391
$122,300
$493,650
$162,700
$444,800
$285,000
$938,450
$149,950 $381,000 $530,950
$91,200 $101,900 $193,100
$2,162,809 $2,185,351 $4,348,160
FY2026 Recommended Budget
160710 Campground Summary
Addison Oaks
ADD 5060150
160710
Campground
160720
Conference
Center
Revenues
Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630084-Antenna Site Management
630308-Commission Food Services
630693-Fees Camping
631799-Reimb Contracts
631918-Rental Equipment
631925-Rental Facilities
632037-Sales Retail
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
$90,000
$50,000
$13,500
$11,000
$670,000
$1,000
$32,000
$90,000$777,500
$90,000$777,500
$1,000
$40,927
$9,500
$2,000
$13,500
$1,004,376
$15,097$276,333
$57,024$1,305,709
$4,000
$1,000
$500
$2,500
$25,000
$1,000
$10,000
$50,000
$35,000
$3,000
$1,000
$700
$45,000
$5,500
$1,000
$11,000
$1,000
$2,400
$600
$3,000
$950
$130,000
$9,000
$1,000
$45,000
$95,000
$18,500
$85,000
$750
$4,000
$10,000
$35,000
$9,200
$5,000
$3,000
$33,000
$12,500
$600
$14,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
ADD 5060150
Addison Oaks
ADD 5060150
160710
Campground
160720
Conference
Center
Expenses Operating
Expense Commodities
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
771639-Drain Equipment
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$750
$4,000
$10,000
$35,000
$9,200
$5,000
$3,000
$33,000
$12,500
$600
$14,000
$98,750$615,950
$5,200
$45,750
$24,000
$75,000
$149,950
$1,700
$2,600
$2,000
$7,900
$19,100
$7,500
$700
$17,500
$2,000
$27,500
$9,000
$6,300$91,200
$162,074$2,162,809
FY2026 Recommended Budget
ADD 5060150
Admin
ADM 5060101
160000
General
160040
Adaptive &
Wellness
Revenues
Taxes Taxes 601208-Delinquent Tax Prior Years
601637-Property Tax Levy
Total
Intergovernmental Intergovernmental 620573-Local Comm Stabilization Sha..
Total
Charges for Services
Charges for
Services
630301-Commission Contracts
631001-Interest on Delinquent Taxes
632135-Special Contracts
Total
Investment Income Investment Income 655077-Accrued Interest Adjustments
655385-Income from Investments
Total
Contributions Contributions 650104-Contributions Operating
650305-Sponsorships
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
702110-Per Diem
702140-Other Miscellaneous Salaries
712020-Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating Expense
Contractual
Services
730072-Advertising
730114-Auction Expense
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730373-Contracted Services
730429-Custodial Services
730562-Electrical Service
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730814-Grounds Maintenance
730926-Indirect Costs
731108-License Plates and Title Fees
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731143-Mail Handling-Postage Svc
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731339-Periodicals Books Publ Sub
$52,858,348
$525,000
$53,383,348
$300,000
$300,000
$13,000
($1,000)
$10,000
$13,000$9,000
$1,750,000
$15,000
$1,765,000
$2,000
$100
$2,000$100
$15,000$55,457,448
$1,000
$188,419
$38,900
$11,000
$200,000
$9,500
$3,401,916
$84,536$1,631,269
$273,955$5,292,585
$100
$50
$8,000
$600
$250
$300
$100
$105
$125
$1,500
$200
$2,000
$5,000
$4,000
$150
$35,000
$4,500
$50,000
$120,000
$675,000
$225,000
$12,000
$5,750
$1,500
$12,500
$12,000
$12,000
$500
$1,000
$200
$950,000
$3,000
$500
$1,750
$30,000
$30,000
$1,000,000
$25,000
$500
$50,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
ADM 5060101
Admin
ADM 5060101
160000
General
160040
Adaptive &
Wellness
Expenses
Operating Expense
Contractual
Services
731269-Natural Gas
731339-Periodicals Books Publ Sub
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731500-Public Information
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731836-Sponsorship
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732020-Travel Employee Taxable Me..
732039-Twp and City Treas Bonds
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
732165-Workshops and Meeting
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750392-Metered Postage
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Transfer to
Municipalities
Transfer to Munici..762011-Transfer to Municipalities
Total
Internal Services Internal Services
773630-Info Tech Development
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$100
$50
$8,000
$600
$250
$300
$100
$105
$125
$1,500
$200
$2,000
$5,000
$4,000
$150
$35,000
$4,500
$50,000
$120,000
$675,000
$225,000
$12,000
$5,750
$1,500
$12,500
$12,000
$12,000
$500
$1,000
$200
$950,000
$3,000
$500
$1,750$30,000$30,000$1,000,000$25,000$500$50,000
$1,300
$35,000
$1,200
$10,000
$900
$100
$15,000
$45,000
$10,000
$14,000
$7,500
$50,000
$270
$750
$59,830$3,411,370
$750
$9,000
$170,000
$5,000
$179,750$5,000
$1,000,000
$1,000,000
$2,500
$7,500
$26,700
$50,000
$6,500
$5,000
$15,000
$10,000
$343,700
$50,000
$10,000$506,900
$523,535$10,215,855
FY2026 Recommended Budget
ADM 5060101
Catalpa Oaks
CAT 5060170
160700
General
Operations
Reven..Charges for
Services
Charges for Servi..631925-Rental Facilities
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731269-Natural Gas
731388-Printing
731689-Security Expense
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$40,000
$40,000
$40,000
$500
$62,190
$21,474
$84,164
$20,000
$500
$100
$2,100
$40,000
$4,000
$200
$500
$5,000
$6,000
$200
$1,000
$3,000
$82,600
$9,800
$33,000
$85,000
$127,800
$1,200
$1,000
$2,800
$5,000
$299,564
FY2026 Recommended Budget
CAT 5060170
Development
& Engineering
DE 5060190
160700
General
Operations
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730520-Design Fees
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730789-General Program Administrati..
731115-Licenses and Permits
731213-Membership Dues
731339-Periodicals Books Publ Sub
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
Commodities
750399-Office Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$5,000
$484,434
$248,602
$738,036
$4,000
$2,000
$7,000
$800
$2,000
$500
$2,000
$1,000
$2,000,000
$200
$500,000
$500
$2,000
$900
$2,522,900
$200
$5,000
$500
$3,600
$9,300
$3,270,236
FY2026 Recommended Budget
DE 5060190
Facilities &
Maintenance
FM 5060146
160700
General
Operations
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731213-Membership Dues
731339-Periodicals Books Publ Sub
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750287-Maintenance Supplies
750399-Office Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$37,500
$500
$7,500
$1,123,860
$458,235
$1,627,595
$2,000
$3,000
$500
$500
$200
$1,000
$4,500
$3,000
$200
$25,000
$200
$10,000
$5,000
$20,000
$400
$4,000
$12,000
$3,500
$600
$95,600
$3,500
$114,000
$180,000
$297,500
$15,000
$95,000
$28,000
$1,000
$10,000
$1,000
$40,000
$190,000
$2,210,695
FY2026 Recommended Budget
FM 5060146
Glen Oaks
GLG 5060172
160010 Golf
160720
Conference
Center
Revenues
Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630847-Greens Fees
631918-Rental Equipment
631925-Rental Facilities
631932-Rental Golf Carts
632037-Sales Retail
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731213-Membership Dues
731269-Natural Gas
731388-Printing
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$50,000
$150,000
$410,000
$4,000
$900,000
$50,000$1,464,000
$50,000$1,464,000
$300
$30,753
$5,000
$2,000
$20,000
$685,893
$12,901$195,485
$43,954$908,378
$5,000
$6,000
$675
$3,000
$8,000
$800
$14,000
$22,000
$40,000
$1,200
$4,000
$1,500
$2,300
$200
$1,500
$1,700
$95,000
$700
$1,000
$100,000
$27,500
$42,000
$9,500
$1,000
$1,000
$3,000
$3,000
$1,000
$35,000
$900
$2,000
$101,475$333,000
$75,000
$102,000
$22,000
$94,000
$131,000
$30,000
$199,000$255,000
$700
$2,500
$7,200
$10,000
$250
$1,500
$10,000
$19,500
$3,200$48,450
$347,629$1,544,828
FY2026 Recommended Budget
GLG 5060172
Groveland
Oaks
GRV 5060152
160710
Campground
Revenues
Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630301-Commission Contracts
630308-Commission Food Services
630693-Fees Camping
631253-Miscellaneous
631911-Rent House
631918-Rental Equipment
631925-Rental Facilities
632037-Sales Retail
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731633-Rental Property Maintenance
731689-Security Expense
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities 750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
$105,000
$9,500
$15,000
$11,000
$1,000
$1,300,000
$4,000
$3,000
$1,448,500
$1,448,500
$500
$500
$7,500
$875,515
$210,936
$1,094,951
$32,500
$2,300
$1,000
$45,000
$1,200
$3,000
$250
$9,000
$1,000
$2,750
$600
$3,300
$1,500
$100,000
$13,000
$300
$25,000
$100
$95,000
$30,500
$77,500
$7,500
$25,000
$17,000
$10,200
$4,500
$75,000
$10,000
$1,000
$12,500
FY2026 Recommended Budget
GRV 5060152
Groveland
Oaks
GRV 5060152
160710
Campground
Expenses Operating
Expense
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
771639-Drain Equipment
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$7,500
$25,000
$17,000
$10,200
$4,500
$75,000
$10,000
$1,000
$12,500
$607,500
$87,000
$89,000
$205,000
$381,000
$8,400
$30,000
$5,000
$1,000
$18,000
$1,500
$33,000
$5,000
$101,900
$2,185,351
FY2026 Recommended Budget
GRV 5060152
Highland Oaks
HGH 5060156
160700
General
Operations
Reven..Charges for
Services
Charges for Servi..631911-Rent House
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731388-Printing
731633-Rental Property Maintenance
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation 761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services 774677-Insurance Fund
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$10,500
$10,500
$10,500
$30,285
$9,433
$39,718
$5,000
$2,000
$200
$5,000
$300
$2,500
$500
$200
$500
$200
$16,400
$4,500
$30,000
$34,500
$700
$700
$91,318
FY2026 Recommended Budget
HGH 5060156
Holly Oaks
HRV 506154
160700
General
Operations
Revenues Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630700-Fees Day Use
631925-Rental Facilities
632135-Special Contracts
Total
Contributions Contributions 650305-Sponsorships
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731388-Printing
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation 761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761121-Depreciation Equipment
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
774677-Insurance Fund
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$25,000
$135,000
$150,000
$310,000
$10,000
$10,000
$320,000
$1,000
$12,500
$125,353
$47,714
$186,567
$3,000
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$600
$500
$315
$110,000
$3,000
$30,000
$18,000
$2,500
$4,200
$15,000
$500
$5,000
$3,000
$1,500
$250
$1,000
$3,000
$100
$1,000
$204,965
$42,000
$20,000
$62,000
$600
$10,000
$3,000
$2,400
$1,000
$17,000
$470,532
FY2026 Recommended Budget
HRV 506154
Independence
Oaks
IND 5060160
160700
General
Operations
Revenues
Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630308-Commission Food Services
630693-Fees Camping
631911-Rent House
631918-Rental Equipment
631925-Rental Facilities
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731633-Rental Property Maintenance
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
$55,000
$3,600
$12,000
$4,500
$250
$75,350
$75,350
$3,500
$500
$7,000
$623,648
$188,542
$823,190
$1,500
$500
$900
$15,000
$2,500
$2,000
$100
$10,000
$1,000
$3,000
$600
$65,000
$2,800
$2,200
$35,000
$22,000
$9,500
$60,000
$3,500
$9,100
$2,500
$1,500
$21,300
$825
$7,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
IND 5060160
Independence
Oaks
IND 5060160
160700
General
Operations
Expenses Operating
Expense
Commodities 750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
771639-Drain Equipment
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$279,325
$13,500
$115,000
$117,000
$78,000
$323,500
$10,000
$55,000
$5,000
$3,000
$13,500
$500
$23,000
$500
$110,500
$1,536,515
FY2026 Recommended Budget
IND 5060160
Lyon Oaks
LYP 5060174
160010 Golf
160700
General
Operations
160720
Conference
Center
Revenues
Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630707-Fees Driving Range
630847-Greens Fees
631918-Rental Equipment
631925-Rental Facilities
631932-Rental Golf Carts
632037-Sales Retail
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731143-Mail Handling-Postage Svc
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
$95,000$85,000
$335,000
$350,000
$1,500
$1,100,000
$150,000
$95,000$85,000$1,936,500
$95,000$85,000$1,936,500
$22,362
$1,500
$500
$1,100
$180,464
$1,500
$23,100
$981,233
$11,086$46,821$215,689
$33,448$230,385$1,221,522
$6,000
$600
$2,000
$2,000
$800
$3,000
$25,000
$30,000
$5,600
$500
$50
$550
$59,000
$650
$100
$24,500
$18,000
$1,000
$20,000
$10,000
$3,800
$1,000
$2,500
$500
$500
$13,000
$1,000
$2,000
$250
$4,100
$1,900
$190,000
$3,200
$3,500
$120,000
$150
$70,000
$69,000
$20,000
$500
$250
$500
$1,700
$1,000
$1,150
$350
$7,100
$600
$5,000
$4,000
$14,000
$1,200
$200,000
$750
$2,800
FY2026 Recommended Budget
LYP 5060174
Lyon Oaks
LYP 5060174
160010 Golf
160700
General
Operations
160720
Conference
Center
Expenses Operating
Expense
Commodities
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$500
$250
$500
$1,700
$1,000
$1,150
$350
$7,100
$600
$5,000
$4,000
$14,000
$1,200
$200,000
$750
$2,800
$70,650$141,850$744,150
$87,000
$3,500
$2,600
$3,500
$20,000
$45,000
$15,000
$135,000
$75,000
$67,000
$90,500$71,100$292,000
$2,000
$13,000
$3,900
$1,000
$4,800
$21,000
$7,500
$15,000
$200
$3,000
$20,000
$950
$17,000
$15,000$30,700$63,650
$209,598$474,035$2,321,322
FY2026 Recommended Budget
LYP 5060174
Natural Resources
NR 5060103
160431
Natural
Resources
160432
CISMA
160750
Nature
Center
Reven..Charges for
Services
Charges for Servi..632135-Special Contracts
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730373-Contracted Services
730562-Electrical Service
730585-Employee License-Certification
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731213-Membership Dues
731269-Natural Gas
731339-Periodicals Books Publ Sub
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732020-Travel Employee Taxable Me..
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
732165-Workshops and Meeting
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750287-Maintenance Supplies
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation 761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
771639-Drain Equipment
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$35,000
$35,000
$35,000
$1,500
$507,060$109,689
$5,000
$100,737
$143,196$48,513$343,074
$651,756$158,202$448,811
$1,250
$5,000
$1,000
$4,500
$1,000
$500
$7,000
$100
$800
$1,500
$17,000
$4,000
$16,000
$500
$3,000
$1,000
$6,000
$750
$100
$500
$1,500
$350,000
$7,500
$150
$5,000
$3,500
$5,000
$500
$100
$800
$1,000
$1,500
$1,500,000
$30,000
$10,000
$200
$75
$5,000
$25,000
$2,000
$20,000
$1,000
$500
$2,000
$225
$2,750
$800
$4,000
$5,500
$300
$250
$2,000
$90
$6,000
$500
$12,000
$750
$1,500
$17,000
$3,275
$118,125$383,790$1,598,850
$800
$6,000
$175,000
$800$181,000
$4,000
$20,000
$5,500
$600
$3,000
$2,000
$5,000
$2,000
$2,000
$8,000
$65,000
$15,000
$6,500
$28,000
$2,000
$40,100$4,000$124,500
$809,981$546,792$2,353,161
FY2026 Recommended Budget
NR 5060103
Oak Park
Woods
OPW 5060179
160700
General
Operations
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730814-Grounds Maintenance
Total
Transfer to
Municipalities
Transfer to Munici..762011-Transfer to Municipalities
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services 774677-Insurance Fund
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$5,000
$2,000
$7,000
$25,000
$10,000
$35,000
$50,000
$50,000
$2,000
$2,000
$94,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
OPW 5060179
Orion Oaks
ORN 5060162
160700
General
Operations
Reven..Charges for
Services
Charges for Servi..631925-Rental Facilities
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731115-Licenses and Permits
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731388-Printing
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750154-Expendable Equipment
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
774677-Insurance Fund
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$1,200
$1,200
$1,200
$500
$1,500
$217,063
$56,808
$275,871
$450
$3,000
$7,500
$1,000
$700
$200
$875
$45,000
$1,000
$500
$8,500
$2,200
$1,000
$4,000
$575
$3,000
$1,000
$350
$6,000
$500
$87,350
$28,000
$28,000
$1,700
$57,700
$800
$12,000
$5,000
$2,100
$13,000
$32,900
$453,821
FY2026 Recommended Budget
ORN 5060162
Pontiac Oaks
PO 5060175
160700
General
Operations
Reven..Charges for
Services
Charges for Servi..631925-Rental Facilities
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730429-Custodial Services
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750154-Expendable Equipment
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services 774677-Insurance Fund
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$2,000
$2,000
$2,000
$500
$500
$1,000
$25,000
$10,000
$37,000
$1,500
$3,000
$5,000
$50,000
$1,500
$500
$5,000
$1,500
$5,000
$10,000
$500
$3,000
$15,000
$3,000
$104,500
$2,000
$2,000
$143,500
FY2026 Recommended Budget
PO 5060175
Red Oaks
RDP 5060176
160010 Golf
160700
General
Operations
160740
Waterpark
Revenues Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630301-Commission Contracts
630308-Commission Food Services
630644-Entrance Fees Gen Admission
630651-Entrance Fees Swimming Cla..
630847-Greens Fees
631253-Miscellaneous
631918-Rental Equipment
631932-Rental Golf Carts
632037-Sales Retail
632135-Special Contracts
Total
Contributions Contributions 650104-Contributions Operating
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730373-Contracted Services
730429-Custodial Services
730562-Electrical Service
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
$100,000
$615
$30,000
$1,500,000
$5,000
$150
$16,000
$20,000
$200,000
$5,500
$385,000
$1,635,615$150$626,500
$200
$200
$1,635,615$350$626,500
$1,000
$20,000
$940,202
$500
$4,400
$338,226
$750
$7,000
$332,001
$163,329$108,327$67,339
$1,124,531$451,453$407,090
$90,000
$3,500
$20,000
$3,000
$30,000
$1,500
$200
$25,000
$5,000
$500
$650
$1,500
$3,000
$50,000
$10,000
$2,000
$20,000
$80,000
$5,000
$20,000
$115,000
$3,000
$1,000
$800
$3,000
$17,300
$500
$200
$1,000
$300
$300
$2,200
$60,000
$3,000
$350
$12,500
$4,000
$5,000
$3,000
$16,500
$110,000
$2,500
$500
$1,500
$100
$2,500
$150
$500
$250
$1,000
$85,000
$2,000
$750
$18,500
$125
$19,000
$18,000
$13,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
RDP 5060176
Red Oaks
RDP 5060176
160010 Golf
160700
General
Operations
160740
Waterpark
Expenses
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
771639-Drain Equipment
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$90,000
$3,500
$20,000
$3,000
$30,000
$1,500
$200
$25,000
$5,000
$500
$650
$1,500
$3,000
$50,000
$10,000$2,000$20,000$80,000$5,000$20,000$115,000
$3,000
$1,000
$800
$3,000
$17,300
$500
$200
$1,000
$300
$300
$2,200
$60,000
$3,000$350$12,500$4,000$5,000$3,000$16,500
$110,000
$2,500
$500
$1,500
$100
$2,500
$150
$500
$250
$1,000
$85,000
$2,000$750$18,500$125$19,000$18,000$13,000
$35,000
$200
$20,000
$90,000
$2,150
$35,000
$25,000
$825
$8,500
$3,600
$50
$2,000
$1,000
$1,250
$2,000
$300
$1,250
$3,500
$1,500
$3,000
$500
$500
$11,000
$2,500
$550
$2,400
$702,525$145,400$300,825
$3,000
$45,000
$240,000
$2,600
$27,000
$40,000
$35,000
$2,500
$84,800
$45,000
$35,000
$288,000$104,600$167,300
$6,200
$2,500
$200
$3,000
$18,000
$22,000
$300
$1,800
$11,000
$1,650
$600
$3,410
$1,000
$20,600
$5,000
$6,000
$500
$1,000
$4,400
$120
$12,000
$52,200$40,060$29,020
$2,167,256$741,513$904,235
FY2026 Recommended Budget
RDP 5060176
Recreation
REC 5060110
160020
Mobile Rec
160030
Archery &
Events
Revenues Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
631946-Rental Units or Events
632135-Special Contracts
Total
Contributions Contributions 650305-Sponsorships
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731157-Maintenance Equipment
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732165-Workshops and Meeting
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation 761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
$7,500
$5,000$110,000
$12,500$110,000
$18,000
$18,000
$30,500$110,000
$500
$2,500
$259,598
$1,250
$15,000
$638,053
$89,913$196,913
$352,511$851,216
$150
$7,500
$1,000
$2,000
$150
$750
$500
$650
$2,000
$150
$8,225
$2,100
$800
$1,500
$150
$750
$250
$500
$350
$500
$1,500
$20,000
$3,000
$2,000
$1,500
$70,000
$2,000
$15,000
$750
$3,000
$295
$450
$6,000
$35,000
$7,500
$17,500
$750
$50,000
$295
$450
$107,695$159,270
$22,000
$92,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
REC 5060110
Recreation
REC 5060110
160020
Mobile Rec
160030
Archery &
Events
Expenses Depreciation
Depreciation 761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$114,000
$4,500
$5,000
$5,000
$300
$3,000
$1,500
$25,000
$8,500
$55,000
$20,000
$300
$19,000
$1,500
$35,000
$44,300$139,300
$504,506$1,263,786
FY2026 Recommended Budget
REC 5060110
Rose Oaks
RSE 5060158
160700
General
Operations
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731115-Licenses and Permits
731388-Printing
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750154-Expendable Equipment
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation 761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761121-Depreciation Equipment
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services 774677-Insurance Fund
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$100
$43,181
$11,206
$54,487
$4,000
$200
$250
$7,500
$500
$5,000
$100
$1,000
$2,000
$200
$20,750
$17,000
$45,000
$62,000
$650
$650
$137,887
FY2026 Recommended Budget
RSE 5060158
Southfield
Oaks
SO 5060177
160700
General
Operations
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730814-Grounds Maintenance
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services 774677-Insurance Fund
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$5,000
$2,000
$7,000
$25,000
$3,000
$28,000
$2,000
$2,000
$37,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
SO 5060177
Springfield Oaks
SPR 5060178
160010 Golf
160700
General
Operations
Revenues
Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630084-Antenna Site Management
630301-Commission Contracts
630693-Fees Camping
630847-Greens Fees
631771-Reimb 3rd Party
631799-Reimb Contracts
631911-Rent House
631918-Rental Equipment
631925-Rental Facilities
631932-Rental Golf Carts
632037-Sales Retail
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731633-Rental Property Maintenance
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
$100,000
$5,000
$5,000
$5,000
$30,000
$39,000
$165,000
$350,000
$500
$12,500
$675,000
$184,000$1,203,000
$184,000$1,203,000
$2,500
$500
$5,700
$304,757
$2,500
$1,000
$14,000
$602,202
$111,032$145,291
$424,489$764,993
$5,000
$300
$21,000
$500
$30,000
$300
$2,250
$50,000
$5,000
$200
$27,500
$26,000
$55,000
$3,500
$500
$3,000
$1,000
$200
$500
$5,500
$200
$500
$4,000
$2,000
$115,000
$3,000
$700
$55,000
$27,000
$20,000
$26,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
SPR 5060178
Springfield Oaks
SPR 5060178
160010 Golf
160700
General
Operations
Expenses Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
771639-Drain Equipment
774636-Info Tech Operations
774637-Info Tech Managed Print Svcs
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$5,000
$300
$21,000
$500
$30,000
$300
$2,250$50,000$5,000$200$27,500$26,000$55,000
$3,500
$500
$3,000
$1,000
$200
$500
$5,500
$200
$500
$4,000$2,000$115,000$3,000$700$55,000$27,000$20,000$26,000
$3,000
$2,500
$500
$5,000
$4,000
$3,500
$3,500
$800
$85,000
$750
$1,800
$238,050$362,950
$7,500
$98,000
$175,000
$8,000
$90,000
$100,000
$30,000
$280,500$228,000
$4,300
$8,000
$300
$3,000
$26,000
$150
$7,500
$4,000
$6,700
$5,000
$500
$2,000
$17,550
$500
$20,000
$53,250$52,250
$996,289$1,408,193
FY2026 Recommended Budget
SPR 5060178
Turtle Woods
TW 5060185
160700
General
Operations
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731115-Licenses and Permits
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities 750154-Expendable Equipment
750504-Small Tools
Total
Depreciation Depreciation 761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services 774677-Insurance Fund
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$100
$35,000
$10,000
$45,100
$2,000
$250
$7,500
$500
$5,000
$1,000
$2,000
$18,250
$25,000
$25,000
$650
$650
$89,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
TW 5060185
White Lake Oaks
WLG 5060180
160010 Golf
160720
Conference
Center
Revenues
Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630847-Greens Fees
631253-Miscellaneous
631743-Refunds Miscellaneous
631771-Reimb 3rd Party
631918-Rental Equipment
631925-Rental Facilities
631932-Rental Golf Carts
632037-Sales Retail
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730611-Employees Medical Exams
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731073-Legal Services
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731388-Printing
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
$40,000
$170,000
$420,000
$3,000
$100
$700
$300
$750,000
$40,000$1,344,100
$40,000$1,344,100
$32,487
$1,100
$18,000
$676,473
$13,540$198,465
$46,027$894,038
$1,500
$3,500
$100
$550
$3,000
$500
$4,200
$500
$15,000
$10,000
$2,100
$2,000
$400
$3,000
$250
$1,500
$6,800
$500
$400
$3,200
$500
$1,000
$80,000
$2,100
$1,000
$42,000
$100
$35,000
$40,000
$12,000
$2,500
$500
$5,000
$6,000
$1,100
$85,000
$550
$4,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
WLG 5060180
White Lake Oaks
WLG 5060180
160010 Golf
160720
Conference
Center
Expenses Operating
Expense Commodities
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$2,500
$500
$5,000
$6,000
$1,100
$85,000
$550
$4,000
$41,850$335,500
$13,000
$67,000
$95,000
$5,000
$60,000
$50,000
$35,000
$180,000$145,000
$1,200
$11,000
$3,500
$7,400
$7,600
$500
$2,000
$15,400
$18,100
$15,700$51,000
$283,577$1,425,538
FY2026 Recommended Budget
WLG 5060180
Waterford Oaks
WTR 5060164
160500
Market
160700
General
Operations
160740
Waterpark
Revenues Charges for
Services
Charges for
Services
630301-Commission Contracts
631911-Rent House
631925-Rental Facilities
632037-Sales Retail
632135-Special Contracts
Total
Contributions Contributions 650305-Sponsorships
Total
GRAND TOTAL
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries
702010-Salaries Regular
712020-Overtime
712040-Holiday Overtime
712090-On Call
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services
730198-Building Maintenance Charges
730247-Charge Card Fee
730562-Electrical Service
730646-Equipment Maintenance
730653-Equipment Rental
730786-Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
730814-Grounds Maintenance
731059-Laundry and Cleaning
731115-Licenses and Permits
731136-Logos Trademarks Intellect Prp
731213-Membership Dues
731241-Miscellaneous
731269-Natural Gas
731346-Personal Mileage
731388-Printing
731500-Public Information
731633-Rental Property Maintenance
731689-Security Expense
731780-Software Support Maintenance
731941-Training
732018-Travel and Conference
732102-Water and Sewage Charges
732165-Workshops and Meeting
Commodities 750063-Custodial Supplies
$75,000
$21,100
$5,000
$3,000
$160,000
$1,200
$96,100$169,200
$5,000
$5,000
$96,100$174,200
$7,000
$1,000
$20,000
$624,961
$750
$7,500
$122,902
$193,748$40,257
$846,709$171,409
$1,600
$2,500
$800
$3,000
$6,000
$10,000
$400
$200
$10,000
$1,500
$50
$1,500
$1,500
$44,400
$5,000
$500
$22,000
$30,000
$1,400
$90,000
$150
$1,750
$1,000
$1,700
$2,000
$1,000
$250
$350
$75
$75
$15,000
$1,300
$200
$200
$2,500
$15,000
FY2026 Recommended Budget
WTR 5060164
Waterford Oaks
WTR 5060164
160500
Market
160700
General
Operations
160740
Waterpark
Expenses Operating
Expense
Contractual
Services 732165-Workshops and Meeting
Commodities
750063-Custodial Supplies
750140-Employee Footwear
750154-Expendable Equipment
750385-Merchandise
750399-Office Supplies
750476-Recreation Supplies
750504-Small Tools
750511-Special Event Supplies
750581-Uniforms
Total
Depreciation Depreciation
761042-Depreciation Park Improveme..
761084-Depreciation Buildings
761121-Depreciation Equipment
761156-Depreciation Vehicles
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
771639-Drain Equipment
774636-Info Tech Operations
774677-Insurance Fund
775754-Maintenance Department Cha..
776659-Motor Pool Fuel Charges
776661-Motor Pool
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$5,000
$5,000
$20,000
$1,200
$500
$8,000
$915
$15,000
$400
$3,000
$3,000
$500
$3,000
$1,500
$100
$3,000
$287,965$57,050
$5,000
$7,500
$40,000
$20,000
$120,000$5,000
$5,000$187,500$5,000
$5,000
$10,000
$3,000
$4,000
$8,700
$14,000
$2,000
$1,750
$13,000
$4,200
$3,600
$46,700$22,550
$5,000$1,368,874$256,009
FY2026 Recommended Budget
WTR 5060164
Fiscal Services
FS 1020601
182040
Planning
FS 1020658
182050
Transactions
182080
Reporting
Expenses
Personnel
Salaries 702010-Salaries Regular
Fringe Benefits 722740-Fringe Benefits
Total
Internal
Services
Internal Services
774636-Info Tech Operations
774677-Insurance Fund
778675-Telephone Communications
Total
GRAND TOTAL
$105,000 $175,000$125,000
$55,000 $103,000$68,000
$160,000 $278,000$193,000
$350
$250
$2,750
$700
$350
$5,300
$1,100
$700
$7,400
$3,350 $6,350$9,200
$163,350 $284,350$202,200
FY2026 Recommended Budget
Fiscal Services
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission FY2026 ASSET MANAGEMENT PLANS
The annual Capital Improvement Program identifies projects that extend the life of an existing asset, replace an existing asset, or create a new asset or facility. Capital
projects can impact buildings, site improvements, amenities, and infrastructure. Examples of individual Capital projects include road replacements, stormwater
infrastructure improvements, building renovations and additions, and replacement of HVAC systems. Capital projects are an opportunity to address the Core Values
envisioned in the Recreation Master Plan, by renovating and replacing at a higher level of accessibility, inclusion, and environmental sustainability in ways that support the
health and wellness of park visitors. Capital investments are guided by the public engagement and the park action plans for each park location.
This information is provided for review and approval of the FY2026 Capital Improvement Program budget. Budget estimates in fiscal years 2027 and 2028 are provided for
information only.
Capital Improvement Program 20,068,215 11,328,100 4,700,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
A percentage of total project costs is identified in each budget category to provide flexibility for fluctuating unit costs, supply chain issues, and cost increases related to
accessibility, environmental sustainability and other organizational goals.
_Contingency 4,708,215
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
_Program Multiple Parks
3152Contingency / Unallocated Funds (15% of Project Costs)4,708,215_MPP
Capital Improvement Projects Listed by Park 15,360,000 11,328,100 4,700,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
Administrative Services General Services Admin
2672Farmers Market Building, Parking and Site Features Construction
The Farmers Market at Waterford Oaks was constructed in 1954 and is outdated, inefficient and
undersized for current demand. Construct a new Farmers Market and parking lot at a new location south
of the County Service Drive off Telegraph Road in Pontiac identified as Bicentennial Oaks. Design the
market to offer a rich, unique experience that engages a variety of people in new ways as well as serving
the traditional population of farmers market shoppers. The new market will continue to promote
healthy, nutritious food from 100+ vendors including area farms and growers. Project goals include
universal accessibility, program space for educational activities, commercial kitchen for food preparation
and cooking demonstrations, health and fitness classes, and outdoor facilities for picnicking, play, and
walking. Include public transportation and pedestrian access to the site. Design fees were budgeted in
FY2025.
8,000,000ADM
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2671Farmers Market Modernization HUD Grant
The Farmers Market Modernization grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) was awarded in 2024. A match equal to the grant award is required. Funds must be expended by
2030.
-2,236,900ADM
PR Addison Oaks Campground
3155Adams Lake Lodge Restroom Update
Adams Lake Lodge was built as a concession building in 1973. The Adams Lake area has undergone
updates with accessible features including new docks and lake access (2018) and a new playground
(2019), but still lack accessible restrooms. Update Lodge restrooms to create ADA-compliant restroom
stalls, one non-gendered family restroom and replace flooring and fixtures.
450,000ADD
3154Sewage Lagoon Rehabilitation
Sewage lagoons were installed in the 1970s with the original park development and expanded in 2003
with a projected 25-year lifecycle. Remove and replace existing wastewater treatment lagoons. Oakland
County WRC will implement the project on behalf of OCPRC phased over three (3) years, including the
following: Excavate existing lagoon liners to allow installation of new liners and dispose of excavated
materials on-site. Cross section of replacement liners shall consist of a 60-millimeter geomembrane
outer liner and two (2) feet of clay below the geomembrane. Relocate existing electrical control
equipment per approved drawings. Replace the existing piping valves and associated structures. Perform
bypass pumping from the east lagoon to the existing pump station as necessary during the
reconstruction of the storage lagoon.
2,090,000ADD
PR Glen Oaks Golf
3156Golf Course Fencing Replacement
Replace deteriorated fences at 13 Mile Road and at residential boundary.
100,000GLG
3158Golf Course Infrastructure Improvements
Continue cart path repairs, irrigation system component replacements at the greens and tees and
replacement of main irrigation lines.
85,000 850,000GLG
3159Golf Course Maintenance Improvements
Maintenance yard and the Cold Storage Building were built prior to the acquisition of the property in
1978. The Maintenance Building was built in 1986 with a storage addition added in 1999. Construct
addition to maintenance building (designed in 2017). Replace roof on Cold Storage Building and evaluate
need for replacement. Evaluate layout and function of maintenance yard. Mill and cap maintenance
yard parking lot. Install vehicle wash station to comply with stormwater regulations.
1,250,000GLG
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3157Golf Couse Pit Toilets Replacement
Pit toilets located in the vicinity of the 8th and 13th tees were constructed in 1997. Replace both pit
toilets with flushable sealed vault toilets.
400,000GLG
PR Glen Oaks Conference Center
2342Clubhouse Exterior Renovation
The Clubhouse was constructed in 1929 and acquired by OCP as part of the Glen Oaks Golf Course in
1978. The slate roof was replaced in 1987 and requires continual maintenance to maintain building
integrity and safety of patrons. Replace the existing 11,700 square feet of Pennsylvania black slate roof,
including the necessary structural improvements and wood replacements on the 11 exterior
window/roof dormers. Use historically appropriate materials, with consideration given to alternative
products that may be approved by the Michigan History Center (MHC). Update landscape and irrigation
of formal garden. Renovation is timed to coincide with termination of the current vendor contract and
commencement of in-house management of the event center.
1,320,000GLG
3153Clubhouse Interior Renovation
The Clubhouse was constructed in 1929 and acquired by OCP as part of the Glen Oaks Golf Course in
1978. It has undergone several renovations including addition of a banquet room in 1999 and updates to
interior finishes and fixtures in 2015 and 2017. Current interior improvements focus on the conversion of
systems to in-house management and update of HVAC systems. The renovation is timed to coincide
with termination of the current vendor contract and commencement of in-house management of the
event center.
770,000GLG
PR Groveland Oaks Campground
3160Campground Restrooms Renovation
The Pines and Section A restrooms were constructed with campground development in 1974. They were
updated in 1988 and are need of a major renovation to improve accessibility and customer service.
Convert Section A Restroom to 4-season facility due to proximity to Contact Station. Note that number of
restroom fixtures must not be increased under current groundwater discharge permit.
120,000 1,200,000GRV
3161Maintenance Improvements
Improve maintenance yard, including a vehicle wash station and materials storage, to bring the park
into compliance with stormwater regulations.
150,000GRV
PR Highland Oaks General Operations
3162Restroom Installation
Replace portable toilet at south parking lot with flushable sealed vault toilet building.
200,000HGH
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3163Water Road Site Development
Construct trail and overlook in compliance with MNA conservation easement. Identify vehicle access for
construction. Work with Township for pedestrian access from Rose Center. Also look into entry into
Highland from Munger Road for equestrians.
400,000HGH
PR Holly Oaks General Operations
3165Trail Development
Holly Oaks ORV Park opened in 2020 and is a joint state-county project operated by Oakland County
Parks in a partnership with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Create the Stoney Run
Endurance Trail with the installation of approximately 800 linear feet of boulder challenge trail. Grant
will purchase approximately 700 tons of boulders sized 18" - 30". Installation will be in-house.
49,000HRV
3166Trail Development Grant
Annual grant application to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources ORV Trail Improvement
Fund to assist with continued development of ORV features at Holly Oaks.
-49,000HRV
PR Independence Oaks General Operations
3167Wint Nature Center Generator Replacement
Replace generator that is needed to continue to care for animals if power goes out. Power is needed for
basic life support of 6 tanks; to run well and heat animal care room; animal care fridge and freezer; and
strategic lighting for staff doing animal care.
30,000IND
PR Lyon Oaks Golf
3174Golf Infrastructure Improvements
Replace cart paths holes 10-17. Replace irrigation central controls and satellites.
1,150,000LYP
PR Lyon Oaks General Operations
3172Dog Park and Soccer Parking Lot Improvements
Pave existing gravel parking lot.
450,000LYP
3170Dog Park and Soccer Restroom Installation
Install permanent restroom to serve both areas, replace portable toilets and improve accessibility and
customer service. Select pre-fabricated flushable sealed vault toilets; explore use of existing septic field
(from former nature center trailer).
770,000LYP
3171Dog Park Improvements
Lyon Oaks dog park was opened in 2004, with an accessibility update in 1018. Lyon Oaks dog park is the
model for improvements in the OCP system dog parks. Make continued improvements to accessibility
with the centralized entrance and add agility components.
250,000LYP
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3173Overflow Parking Lot Improvements
Update existing overflow lot that serves dog park, soccer and cricket fields to improve surface for
parking and water drainage.
550,000LYP
PR Orion Oaks General Operations
3176Dog Park Improvements
Orion Oaks dog park opened in 2006. Reconfigure dog runs to establish central access point to all runs.
Remove perimeter access gates. Make continued improvements to accessibility, add shade features,
water play feature and agility components. Create new operations access drive to the central access
gate.
330,000ORN
3177Dog Park Parking Lot Improvements
Improve drainage and traffic circulation of existing 124 space gravel parking lot. Pave high use areas
and improve stormwater management.
1,760,000ORN
3178Maintenance Improvements
Provide water supply to maintenance yard and shed.
55,000ORN
3179Restrooms Installation
Replace portable toilets with flushable sealed vault toilets at three (3) entrances - Baldwin Road,
Clarkston Road and Lake 16 on Joslyn Road.
600,000ORN
PR Rose Oaks General Operations
3164Restrooms Installation
Rose Oaks opened in 1996. Portable toilets are located at the west parking lot on Fish Lake Road and the
east parking lot on Buckhorn Lake Road. Replace both portable toilets with flushable sealed vault toilet
buildings.
400,000RSE
PR Springfield Oaks Golf
3183Golf Infrastructure Improvements
Complete the final phase irrigation replacements (back nine holes, mainline, loops and heads) and final
phase cart path repaving (front nine holes).
870,000 950,000SPR
PR Springfield Oaks General Operations
3181Ellis Barn Painting
The Ellis Barn was relocated to Springfield Oaks in 2006. Ellis Barn is scheduled to be repainted every
seven years, last painted in 2018. Consult with State Historic Preservation Office on coatings and
structural repairs in compliance with Historic Preservation Easement.
150,000SPR
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3182Ellis Barn Stud Barn Bathrooms
The Ellis Barn was relocated to Springfield Oaks in 2006 and is used for weddings, expos and other
events. It is served by a restroom trailer which is not a good fit with formal occassions. Also a larger
capacity restroom is needed for parkwide events. Install restrooms within the Ellis Barn Stud Barn that
are ADA-compliant and with approvals from SHPO as required by the historic preservation easement.
65,000 650,000SPR
3180Event Center HVAC Replacement - Phase II Grand Hall
Implement Phase II of the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) replacement project. Work
completed in 2020 included the replacement of Event Center building HVAC air handler, condenser unit
and other equipment installed in 1971, and the addition a new network data drop as part of the park-
wide Energy Management System (EMS) upgrade. Phase II will focus on the Grand Hall with an upgrade
to existing HVAC units, adding five (5) Roof Top Units and EMS controls.
130,000SPR
PR White Lake Oaks Golf
3169Golf Course Maintenance Building Tube Heater Replacements
White Lake Oaks Golf Course was acquired in 1971 (former Twin Lake Golf Course). The Maintenance
Building was built between 1960 and 1973 with an renovation doubling its size built in 1991. Replace 4
maintenance building tube heaters.
80,000WLG
PR Waterford Oaks General Operations
3184Administration and Facilities Buildings HVAC Replacement
The Facilities and Maintenance building was built prior to 1963 as a cafeteria for the church complex. It
was acquired by OCP with surrounding parkland in 1973 and updated to serve as the first administration
building until the current Administration Building was constructed in 1991. HVAC systems are original
and have been maintained and repaired but not fully replaced and are past end of their lifecycles.
Replace HVAC systems with modern systems to improve efficiency, sustainability and employee comfort.
700,000WTR
3185Event Center Improvements
The Event Center building was constructed as a church prior to 1963. It was acquired by OCP with
surrounding parkland in 1973 and converted to park use with updates in 1988 and 1993. HVAC rooftop
units were replaced in 2019. All building systems need updates or replacement since the renovation in
1993 due to aging and deterioration and to better serve facility users, enhance rentability and reduce
repair needs. Updates to the Event Center building to include replacement of floor and ceiling tiles,
lighting and fixtures, doors and boiler; repairs to exterior masonry and interior surfaces; accessibility
upgrades; modifications to event space and updated AV system.
440,000WTR
PR Turtle Woods General Operations
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3151Turtle Woods Development
Turtle Woods is a 70-acre parcel containing woods and wetlands where rare habitats and species have
been identified in past assessments. OCP has been approved for a grant from the Michigan Natural
Features Inventory (MNFI) for acquisition of the property to manage as an OCP Nature Preserve. In
2015, we will complete our project agreement with MNFI and implement the acquisition. Planned
development includes boundary delineation, trails and boardwalks.
80,000 800,000TTW
3150Turtle Woods Entrance, Parking and Trailhead
As part of the Turtle Woods project, an 1.7-acre parcel has been acquired by OCP for development of the
entrance to the new Turtle Woods Nature Preserve. Development of the entrance will include a parking
lot, restroom and trailhead.
180,000 1,800,000TTW
PR Oak Park Woods General Operations
3175Oak Park Woods Park Development Phase II
Phase II of Oak Park Woods development will focus on the areas east of Phase I and the woodlands to
the south. Repair or replace existing pavilions and replace playground equipment, adding poured-in-
place surfacing, site amenities and site furnishings. Improve trails, repairing or replacing asphalt paths
as needed and installing boardwalks through the wooded wetland trail.
3,000,000OPW
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The Development and Engineering unit manages the Maintenance Management Plan throughout the parks system. Maintenance projects within the plan are implemented
as in-house projects by the skilled trades professionals who are employees of the park system or by contractors who are on blanket contract with Oakland County. This
includes projects to improve and maintain both buildings and site amenities. Annual programs, such as the roof maintenance program, asset removals, and boundary
maintenance, identify annual funding for ongoing maintenance needs. Structural inspections of bridges and dams are conducted by qualified engineers every 5 years or
more frequently as needed. New programs address the Core Values envisioned in the Recreation Master Plan, these include accessibility improvements, customer service
improvements, and environmental sustainability programs. Maintenance Management Plan investments areas are guided by the park actions plans for each park location.
This information is provided to supplement the information provided in the FY2026 AND FY2027 AND FY2028 County Executive Recommended Budget. It is summarized in
the General Program Administration (730789) line item for CCN5060190 Development and Engineering.
Maintenance Management Plan 2,122,181
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
A percentage of total project costs is identified in each budget category to provide flexibility for fluctuating unit costs, supply chain issues, and cost increases related to
accessibility, environmental sustainability and other organizational goals.
_Contingency 276,806
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
_Program Multiple Parks
3223Contingency / Unallocated Funds (15% of Project Costs)276,806_MPP
Purpose of projects is to investigate park assets that are at the end of their useful life and review feasibility of various outcomes, including removal. The detailed Project
Review is a pre-requisite to implementing major changes in assets or removals. This review contains 1) legal and compliance review, 2) historical analysis if asset is over
50 years old, 3) examination of alternatives to removal, 4) if warranted, confirmation of the need for asset removal, 5) site restoration plan, and 6) short and long-term
goals for site once the site is restored. Asset removals will comply with Oakland County Board of Commissioners (BOC) policy and all applicable federal, state, and local
regulations.
Asset Investigations and Removals 75,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Lyon Oaks Conference Center
3197Modular Building Removal and Site Restoration 35,000LYP
_Program Multiple Parks
3196Asset Investigations and Removals as Indicated 40,000_MPP
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Repair and maintain fences, gates, and other boundary delineation, including golf course nets, to extend the life of the object and prevent accumulation of deferred
maintenance. Evaluate boundary fences and identify replacement needs with appropriate specification. Institute operational process to communicate with neighbors
and reduce encroachment issues.
Boundary Maintenance 175,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Orion Oaks General Operations
3202Evaluation and Repairs 50,000ORN
PR Red Oaks General Operations
3203Nature Center Fence Evaluation and Repairs 25,000RDP
_Program Multiple Parks
3200Golf Course Boundary Improvements 50,000_MPP
3201Repairs and Evaluation for Replacement 50,000_MPP
Replace building equipment and heat, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems based on expected life cycle, repair record, and ongoing staff inspections of more than
700 building equipment systems in the park system. Review all HVAC options, include all-electric (net zero), powering through solar panels, and heat pump options.
Review high-level cost estimates prior to construction. Select high efficiency water heaters and Energy Star-rated appliances.
Building Equipment and HVAC Replacements 80,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
_Program Multiple Parks
3204Building Energy Management System Replacements 80,000_MPP
Repair and maintain existing building interiors and exteriors. Planning Review is only required if major changes are planned that adjust the function of the facility or the
facility is under review to determine if further investment is warranted. If required, the review will the following: 1) detailed description of existing conditions, 2)
analysis of usage, cost recovery, and other indicators to confirm need for project, 3) historical analysis if asset is over 50 years old, 4) analysis of opportunities to
advance OCPR Core Values with the project, and 5) short and long-term goals for improved building.
Building Maintenance and Repairs 360,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Addison Oaks Campground
3207Event Center Stucco Repair Annual Program 10,000ADD
PR Glen Oaks Conference Center
3208Clubhouse Exterior Stone Annual Repair Program 10,000GLG
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PR Red Oaks Waterpark
3211Waterpark Annual Maintenance Program 150,000RDP
PR Springfield Oaks General Operations
3209Barn and Fairgrounds Annual Maintenance Program 20,000SPR
PR Waterford Oaks Market
3210Market Building and Pavilion Annual Maintenance Program 90,000WTR
_Program Multiple Parks
3205Building Repairs and Evaluation for Replacements 30,000_MPP
3206Restroom Updates 50,000_MPP
Repair and maintain existing roofs to extend the life of the roof and prevent accumulation of deferred maintenance. Identification of projects is based on expected life
cycle, repair record, and ongoing staff inspections of more than 230 building roofs in the park system.
Building Roof Maintenance and Repairs 50,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Glen Oaks Conference Center
3212Clubhouse Slate Roof Annual Repair Program 10,000GLG
_Program Multiple Parks
3213Roof Repairs and Evaluation for Replacement 40,000_MPP
Replace exterior and interior doors and windows and associated hardware. Identify projects based on ongoing staff inspections.
Doors and Windows Replacement Program 100,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
_Program Multiple Parks
3215Automatic Door Lock Installations 15,000_MPP
3214Doors and Windows Replacements as Identified 85,000_MPP
Repair and maintain existing pavement to extend the life of the asset and prevent accumulation of deferred maintenance. Identify projects based on ongoing staff
inspections and prioritize by safety issues, condition, and age.
Pavement Maintenance Program 380,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Addison Oaks Campground
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3221Buhl Trail Asphalt Repairs 50,000ADD
PR Independence Oaks General Operations
3220Trail Aphalt Repairs 65,000IND
PR Red Oaks Golf
3222Golf Course Cart Path Asphalt Repairs 40,000RDP
PR Red Oaks Waterpark
3218Waterpark Pavement Repairs 20,000RDP
PR Waterford Oaks Market
3217Market Parking Lot Repairs and Hardscape Improvements 80,000WTR
PR Waterford Oaks General Operations
3219Scott Lake Road Entrance Asphalt Repairs 25,000WTR
_Program Multiple Parks
3216Pavement Repairs and Evaluation for Replacement 100,000_MPP
Remove or replace signage that is inconsistent, outdated or does not meet current sign and branding standards. Increase clarity of messaging and eliminate sign
pollution.
Sign Management 120,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
_Program Multiple Parks
2936Interpretive Signs Installation 50,000_MPP
3187Monument Sign Replacments 20,000_MPP
3186Trail and Wayfinding Signs 50,000_MPP
Program contains projects that will improve customer service and sustainability of the parks system. Selection of projects will be made in coordination with the
Executive Leadership Team to determine actions that will have the most positive impacts on the Core Values of OCP.
Strategic Projects 390,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
_Program Multiple Parks
3189Accessibility Updates to Facilities and Fixtures 75,000_MPP
3191Environmental Sustainability 55,000_MPP
3188Improvements to Enhance Customer Services 250,000_MPP
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3190Recycling Program 10,000_MPP
Contract with a qualified engineer to monitor the structural integrity of bridges, docks, dams, and towers and identify potential maintenance and safety issues.
Inspections commence 15-25 years after construction and are generally repeated every 5 years. More frequent inspections, repair and/or replacement will be
scheduled based on results of the inspection report. Inspections of infrastructure such as water systems and septic fields are conducted by a qualified professional in
accordance with the requirements of the relevant regulatory agency.
Structural Inspections 45,375
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Addison Oaks Campground
1192Adams Lake Lodge Deck Structural Inspection (5-Year)3,125ADD
PR Groveland Oaks Campground
3194Mathews Island Bridge Structural Inspection (Annual)3,000GRV
3192Paradise Island Long Span Bridge Structural Inspection (Annual)4,500GRV
3195Thread Creek Culvert Structural Inspection (Annual)5,000GRV
PR Independence Oaks General Operations
218River Loop East Bridge Structural Inspection (5-Year)6,250IND
PR Red Oaks Golf
2406Golf Cart Tunnel Structural Inspection (5-Year)6,000RDP
PR Red Oaks Waterpark
1190Waterpark Bridge Structural Inspection (5-Year)5,000RDP
3193Waterslide Structural Inspection (Annual)6,250RDP
PR Waterford Oaks Market
493Market Pavilion Structural Inspection (5-Year)6,250WTR
Purpose of projects is to 1) ensure that trails align with identified specification and have appropriate wayfinding signage, 2) issues identified by structural inspections
are resolved, 3) aging boardwalks and other pedestrian structures are replaced before they become unsafe, and 4) Accessibility issues and trail /natural resource
conflicts are resolved by rerouting trails or constructing new boardwalks. When structures are over water, use alternative materials instead of pressure treated wood
and incorporate wildlife crossings.
Trails and Boardwalks Investigation and Repair 70,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
_Program Multiple Parks
3199Boardwalks and Bridges Repairs and Improvements 40,000_MPP
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Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission FY2026 ASSET MANAGEMENT PLANS
The Natural Resources unit contracts for services within several major areas, including natural resources management, natural resources outreach, and sustainability
planning and development. Natural resources management is further broken down into forestry, freshwater, natural areas stewardship, and wildlife management. Natural
Resources management actions are an opportunity to address the Core Values envisioned in the Recreation Master Plan, by improving habitat for wildlife, improving
stormwater absorption and carbon capture, and providing quality experiences in nature that enhance the health and wellness of park visitors. Natural Resources
Management Plan investments are guided by park action plans, park natural resources management plans, as well as monitoring data at each park location.
This information is provided to supplement the information provided in the FY2026 AND FY2027 AND FY2028 County Executive Recommended Budget. It is summarized in
the Grounds Maintenance (SC730814) line item for CCN5060103 PR Natural Resources, PRG160431 Natural Resources.
Natural Resources Management 1,500,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
Protect, preserve, restore and promote our parks’ forest resources and recreational opportunities by providing maintenance and operational support for removal of
hazardous trees, oak wilt (and other tree disease) management, and tree plantings. Forest resources are being degraded by diseases, age, forest pests and natural
disturbances. Protection of high-quality native trees, maintenance of hazardous trees and planting of new trees is needed to preserve natural communities, ensure the
safety of park patrons, protect built infrastructure and beautify the park system.
Forestry Program 315,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Natural Resources Natural Resources
2972Hazardous Tree Removals 125,000NR
2971Hazardous Tree Trimming 120,000NR
2973Native Tree Planting 70,000NR
Protect, preserve, restore and promote our parks' freshwater resources and recreational opportunities by providing maintenance and operational support for
contractual control of high priority aquatic invasive species and water quality monitoring. Freshwater resources (lakes, rivers, streams) and the animals that inhabit
them are being degraded by poor water quality and aquatic invasive species. Protection of high quality freshwater resources is necessary for native plants and animals,
regional water quality and preservation of park recreational opportunities such as fishing and kayaking.
Freshwater Stewardship Program 287,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Natural Resources Natural Resources
2934Culvert Maintenance 2,000NR
2964Fish Surveys 30,000NR
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2969Green Stormwater Management
Within natural areas and the non-built environment, install rain gardens, bioswales and other solutions
to help with the retention and absorption of stormwater, thus preventing erosion damage and
sedimentation of waterways.
120,000NR
2967Lake Treatments 20,000NR
3148Quarterly Stormwater Inspections 40,000NR
2965Stormwater Secondary Containment 10,000NR
2966Stormwater Vactoring 5,000NR
2968Water Quality Monitoring Sensor Program 60,000NR
Protect, preserve, restore, and promote our parks’ unique natural communities and recreational opportunities by restoring natural plant communities through
prescribed burning, seeding and mowing. Habitat improvements are needed to restore biodiversity and native species populations to degraded natural areas and to
protect intact high-quality natural communities. Restoration will also encourage recreational opportunities such as hiking and biking.
Natural Area Stewardship Program 800,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Natural Resources Natural Resources
2960Invasive Species Control 200,000NR
2963Native Seed 40,000NR
3147Natural Community Surveys 20,000NR
2961Phragmites Control 150,000NR
2959Prescribed Burning 150,000NR
2962Winter Shrub Removals 240,000NR
Protect, preserve, restore, and promote our parks’ unique native wildlife and recreational opportunities. The program includes management of unsustainable
populations of native wildlife (deer, geese, beaver), populations of non-native wildlife (mute swans) and surveying and habitat restoration of native wildlife
populations. Native wildlife resources (birds, mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates) are being negatively impacted resulting in the need for surveying and
proactive management to ensure healthy, diverse populations that encourage recreational opportunities such as hiking and bird watching. Additional management is
necessary for nuisance wildlife that create negative interactions with park patrons and wildlife with high population levels (deer, beaver) that impact natural resources.
Wildlife Management Program 98,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Natural Resources Natural Resources
2957Aerial Drone Deer Population Survey 18,000NR
2956Managed Deer Hunts (Pilot)45,000NR
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2958Rare Species Monitoring 35,000NR
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission FY2026 ASSET MANAGEMENT PLANS
Natural Resources Outreach is a community-facing program that demonstrates the best practices for natural resources management, treats high priority invasive species,
and seeks to increase community awareness and improve habitats countywide. Oakland County communities are eligible to apply for local projects to manage habitats and
invasive species. OCP works directly with contractors to implement approved projects according to the project applications and budgets. Education materials and
presentations are available for communities. Grounds Maintenance (SC730814) line item for CCN5060103 PR Natural Resources, PRG160431 Natural Resources.
This information is provided to supplement the information provided in the FY2026 AND FY2027 AND FY2028 County Executive Recommended Budget. It is summarized in
the Grounds Maintenance (SC730814) line item for CCN5060103 PR Natural Resources, PRG160431 Outreach.
Natural Resources Outreach 350,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
Natural Resources Outreach 350,000
FY2026 FY2027 FY2028
PR Natural Resources Outreach
3149Community Engagement and Management Materials 20,000NR
2548Community Habitat Improvement Projects (CHIPs)190,000NR
2975Countywide Native Plant Expo and Plan Events 90,000NR
2974Countywide Roadside Treatments (RCOC Partnership)40,000NR
2976Native Trees (OC Conservation District Partnership)10,000NR
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Park/Department Program Proposed Equipment Type Budgeted Amount
Addison Oaks ADD710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Rokon Trail Grooming Motor Bike Grounds Equipment 13,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Attachment for Bobcat - Brush Grapple Mower 6,500.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Attachment for Bobcat - Brushcat Rotary Cutter Mower 9,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Z-Turn Mower Mower 18,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Z-Turn Mower Mower 18,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Tractor Tractor 95,000.00$
Admin ADM000 6-person Shuttle Cart Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Catalpa Oaks CAT700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 18,000.00$
Catalpa Oaks CAT700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 18,000.00$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Towable Generator Grounds Equipment 40,000.00$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Towable Generator Grounds Equipment 40,000.00$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Mini Excavator Tractor 65,000.00$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Air Compressor Grounds Equipment 35,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Topdressor Grounds Equipment 30,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Aerifier Grounds Equipment 35,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Toolcat w Accessories Tractor 120,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Greens Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Greens Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Greens Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Leaf Rake Grounds Equipment 40,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Greens Brush Grounds Equipment 8,000.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Large Area Rough Mower Mower 95,000.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Loader with Backhoe Tractor 95,000.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,000.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Holly Oaks HRV700 CAT Bulldozer Tractor 200,000.00$
Holly Oaks HRV700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 22,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 15,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Bobcat Toolcat Tractor 100,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 50,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 4x4 ATV Utility Vehicle 30,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Tractor w/ Backhoe Tractor 95,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Greens Roller Grounds Equipment 25,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 45,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Fairway Mower Mower 85,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Surrounds Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Aerifier Grounds Equipment 35,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Large Area Rough Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Z-Turn Mower Mower 18,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Bunker Rake Grounds Equipment 25,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
FY2026 Proposed Capital Equipment
RETURN TO AGENDA
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Topdressor Grounds Equipment 25,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Lely 3-Point Hitch PTO Spreader Grounds Equipment 6,000.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Takeuchi TL12R2 Tractor 90,000.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Fecon Bullhead 74SS Mulcher Mower 40,000.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Water Quality Sensor (4)Grounds Equipment 80,000.00$
Natural Resources NR431 4x4 Side by Side Utility Vehicle 30,000.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Heavy duty High Flow brush cutter Mower 15,000.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Stump Grinder Grounds Equipment 40,000.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Portable self driven tracked boom lift Grounds Equipment 160,000.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Tractor Tractor 45,000.00$
Orion Oaks ORN700 Tractor Tractor 35,000.00$
Recreation REC020 Climbing Tower Recreation Equipment 45,000.00$
Recreation REC020 Towable Light Tower Recreation Equipment 8,000.00$
Recreation REC020 Towable Light Tower Recreation Equipment 8,000.00$
Recreation REC020 Cargo Trailer Trailer 18,000.00$
Recreation REC020 Inflatable Obstacle Course Recreation Equipment 12,000.00$
Recreation REC020 MOBILE STAGE 2 Recreation Equipment 165,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP010 Greens Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP010 Sprayer Grounds Equipment 60,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP010 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP010 Greens Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP010 AERATOR Grounds Equipment 30,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 18,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 200 Gallon Electric Brine Sprayer Grounds Equipment 7,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 6'6" Compact Vehicle Snow Plow Grounds Equipment 6,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 Tig/Mig Welder Tools 7,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 Ventrac Boom Mower Attachment Mower 20,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 Venrac 72" Contour Mower Attachment Mower 11,000.00$
Rose Oaks RSE700 Ventrac w/ Attachments Tractor 85,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Agrimetal Greens Roller Grounds Equipment 25,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Towable Generator Grounds Equipment 40,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Greens Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Surrounds Mower Mower 45,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Bunker Rake Grounds Equipment 25,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 50,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 18,000.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 18,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Toolcat Tractor 90,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 16,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 200 Gallon Electric Brine Sprayer Grounds Equipment 7,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 6'6" Compact Vehicle Snow Plow Grounds Equipment 6,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 9'6" MVP3 Snow Plow Grounds Equipment 9,500.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 22,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Bed Mounted Salt Spreader Grounds Equipment 10,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Dump Trailer Trailer 15,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 50,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 13,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Greens Mower Mower 45,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Greens Mower Mower 45,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Large Area Rough Mower Mower 85,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Aerifier Grounds Equipment 30,000.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Fairway Mower Mower 80,000.00$
Total 4,293,000.00$
Contingency 207,000.00$
Grand Total 4,500,000.00$
Budget 4,500,000.00$
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Memo
Agenda #: 5
Department: Administration
From: Chris Ward, Director
Subject: Interlocal Agreement with the City of Farmington Hills for Heritage Park
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
Last month we discussed the possibly of entering into a long-term park partnership agreement
with the City of Farmington Hills for Heritage Park. There was a broad consensus from the
Commission to move forward and work through the terms of an agreement for this opportunity.
Negotiations have successfully concluded but the legal counsels for each party continue to work
through a few points of difference regarding language in the agreements. These plans have been
refined to elevate and further define the role Oakland County Parks would play in the partnership
(see below for more detail). Decisions regarding this partnership arrangement is interconnected
with local projects that are reliant upon funding we would provide for our partner. The city
government has asked that I do everything I can to expedite the approval process to allow them
to move forward on these issues.
It would be helpful to our partner if the Commission would consider convening at the optional
budget meeting set for this month to consider this agreement or grant administrative authority to
work with legal counsel to finalize the terms and forward them to the Board of Commissioners for
final approval.
HERITAGE OAKS NATURE PRESERVE AT HERITAGE PARK
Heritage Park is an outstanding park with acres of marshes, meadows, forests and riverbanks to
explore along 4.5 miles of walking trails. The City of Farmington Hills Parks and Recreation
Department and the staff at the Farmington Hills Nature Center have a well-deserved reputation
for innovation and excellence. The area included in our management area “Heritage Oaks” aligns
incredibly well with the core focus areas in our Mission 26 Plan, providing us with an outstanding
hub to bring these services and programs to one of our most populated urbanized areas. The
terms of our agreement provide a lot of flexibility for us to work through the details of how our
partnership will work and adequate time for a smooth transition process.
The attached map outlines the Heritage Oaks area. A summary of the terms follow:
AGREEMENT PURPOSE: TRANSFER RESPONSIBILITY FOR PARK (PART) OPERATION,
MANAGEMENT & IMPROVEMENT
NAME: HERITAGE OAKS NATURE PRESERVE
AREA: APPROX. 160 ACRES, INCLUDING THE NATURE AREA, NATURE EDUCATION
CENTER, SPICER HOUSE, BARN, STABLE, ARCHERY RANGE AND CARETAKER HOUSE
RETURN TO AGENDA
TERM: 30 YEAR RENEWABLE, CLAWBACK FOR NON-DEPRECIATED IMPROVEMENT
VALUE IF CANCELED EARLY BY CITY
PAYMENT TO CITY: $4 MILLION AFTER TRANSITION PERIOD AND CIP/POMP PLANS ARE
AGREED UPON, RECOGNIZES INVESMENTS MADE BY CITY IN AREA SUBJECT TO
AGREEMENT
CAPITAL COSTS: OC PARKS RESPONSIBILITY
OPERATING COSTS: OC PARKS RESPONSIBLE FOR COSTS IN AREA; OPTION TO
CONTRACT WITH THE CITY FOR FH PARKS STAFF TO FULFILL DUTIES
TRANSITION PERIOD: PARTIES WORK OUT DETAILS WITHIN 6 MONTHS OR 12/31/2025,
WHICHEVER IS LATER
PROPOSED MOTION
Move to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Interlocal Partnership
Agreement with the City of Farmington Hills for Heritage Park and authorize the Director to finalize
the terms of the agreement in consultation with Corporation Counsel.
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CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS - INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT (DRAFT 05-02-25)
INTERLOCAL PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE COUNTY OF OAKLAND
AND
THE CITY OF FARMINGTON HILLS
FOR HERITAGE PARK
This Agreement (the "Agreement") is made between the County of Oakland, a Constitutional and
Municipal Corporation, 1200 North Telegraph, Pontiac, Michigan 48341 ("County"), by, through, and
administered by its statutory agent the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission (“OCPRC”)
and the City of Farmington Hills, 31555 West Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48336
(“City”). County and the City may also be referred to jointly as "Parties".
INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE OF AGREEMENT.
A. The City is the owner of approximately one hundred and sixty (160) acres of real property
(hereinafter “Premises”).
B. The Parties desire to have OCPRC operate, manage, plan for, and maintain the Premises, for
conservation purposes and for public recreation purposes, including, but not limited to,
pathways, trails, and a parking lot for such purposes. To effectuate this desire, the County and
the City now enter into this Agreement, pursuant to Michigan law, for the purpose of
delineating the duties and responsibilities between the Parties with respect to operation,
management, planning, and maintenance of the Premises.
The Parties agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. DEFINITIONS. The following words and expressions used throughout this Agreement, whether
used in the singular or plural, shall be defined, read, and interpreted as follows.
1.1. Agreement means the terms and conditions of this Agreement and any other mutually
agreed to written and executed modification, amendment, addendum, or exhibit approved
in accordance with Section 2.
1.2. Capital Improvement Project means a project that: (1) costs thirty thousand dollars
($30,000.00) or more and (2) extends the life cycle of an existing facility or asset; replaces,
renovates, or remodels an existing facility or asset; or adds a new facility or asset.
1.3. City means the City of Farmington Hills, its Council, departments, divisions, elected and
appointed officials, board members, commissioners, authorities, committees, employees,
agents, subcontractors, attorneys, volunteers, and/or any such persons’ successors.
1.4. City Employee means any City employee, officer, manager, volunteer, attorney,
contractor, subcontractor, and/or any such person’s successors or predecessors (whether
such persons act or acted in their personal, representative, or official capacities). "City
Employee" shall also include any person who was a City Employee at any time during the
term of this Agreement but, for any reason, is no longer employed, appointed, or elected in
that capacity.
1.5. Claims means any alleged losses, claims, complaints, demands for relief or damages,
lawsuits, causes of action, proceedings, judgments, deficiencies, liabilities, penalties,
litigation, costs, and expenses, including, but not limited to, reimbursement for reasonable
attorney fees, witness fees, court costs, investigation expenses, litigation expenses, amounts
paid in settlement, and/or other amounts or liabilities of any kind which are incurred by or
asserted against a Party, or for which a party may become legally and/or contractually
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obligated to pay or defend against, whether direct, indirect or consequential, whether based
upon any alleged violation of the federal or the state constitution, any federal or state
statute, rule, regulation, or any alleged violation of federal or state common law.
1.6. County means Oakland County, a Municipal and Constitutional Corporation, including,
but not limited to, all of its departments, divisions, the County Board of Commissioners,
elected and appointed officials, directors, board members, council members,
commissioners, authorities, committees, employees, agents, volunteers, and/or any such
persons’ successors.
1.7. County Employee means any County employee, officer, manager, volunteer, attorney,
contractor, subcontractor, and/or any such person’s successors or predecessors (whether
such persons act or acted in their personal, representative, or official capacities). "County
Employee" shall also include any person who was a County Employee at any time during
the term of this Agreement but, for any reason, is no longer employed, appointed, or
elected in that capacity.
1.8. Day means any calendar day beginning at 12:00 a.m. and ending at 11:59 p.m.
1.9. Effective Date. the date all Parties sign the Agreement.
1.10. Exhibits means the following documents, which this Agreement includes and incorporates:
1.10.1. Exhibit A: describes and depicts the Premises.
1.11. OCPRC means the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission, as established by
resolution of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners pursuant to Public Act 261 of
1965, MCL 46.351, et seq.
1.12. Park means the park operated and managed by the Parties on the Premises.
1.13. Park Fees and Charges means the following fees and charges: (1) equipment/facility
rental fees, (2) event program fees, (3) sponsorship of events/programs by third parties, and
(4) and all other fees and charges charged and collected by the City associated with the use
of the Park.
1.14. Park Revenue means the monies generated from the Park Fees and Charges received by
OCPRC and the City and grants, gifts, and donations received by OCPRC or by the City
for the Park.
1.15. Premises means the real property that is described and depicted in Exhibit A.
1.16. Transition Period means a period of time commencing on the Effective Date and ending
on December 31, 2025.
2. AGREEMENT TERM/ REAL PROPERTY DESCRIPTION & TERMINATION.
2.1. Agreement Term. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and end thirty
(30) years from the Effective Date (“Initial Term”). On the date the Initial Term ends, this
Agreement shall automatically renew, without action of either Party, for thirty (30) years
(“Renewal Term”). However, if either Party provides written notice to the other Party, at
least one hundred eighty (180) days before the end of the Initial Term, of its desire that the
Agreement not renew, then the Agreement shall end on the last day of the Initial Term.
The non-renewal of this Agreement pursuant to this Section shall not be deemed a
termination of this Agreement under Section 2.7. The terms and conditions contained in
this Agreement shall not change during the Renewal Term. The approval and terms of this
Agreement and any amendments shall be entered in the official minutes of the governing
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bodies of each Party. An executed copy of this Agreement and any amendments shall be
filed by the County Clerk with the Secretary of State.
2.2. Agreement Amendments. All amendments or modifications to this Agreement shall be in
writing and approved and filed as set forth in Section 2.1.
2.3. Real Property Subject to Agreement. The City grants the County use of the Premises
for the purposes and according to the terms and conditions set forth herein.
2.4. Use of Premises. On the date the Transition Period ends, OCPRC shall have care, control,
and use of the Premises to operate, manage, plan, maintain, and improve the Premises for
public recreation activities, as further described and delineated herein, and to provide other
recreation activities mutually agreed upon by the Parties. OCRPC shall obtain the City’s
prior consent, in writing, to use the Premises for any purpose not described herein, such
consent shall be given by the City’s Representative.
2.5. Fee for Use of Premises. The County shall not pay a monetary fee for the use of the
Premises. The Parties acknowledge that the services provided by the County during this
Agreement are adequate consideration for this Agreement.
2.6. Designation of Park & Name of Park. During this Agreement, the Premises shall be
named “Heritage Oaks County Park” or another name mutually agreed to in writing by
the City Representative and the OCPRC Representative.
2.7. Termination/Expiration.
2.7.1. Termination by the City. The City may terminate this Agreement, at any time, if
OCPRC is notified in writing at least one hundred eighty (180) days prior to the
effective date of termination and any one of the following occur: (1) the Premises
are no longer being used for the purposes identified in this Agreement; (2)
OCPRC provided the City with information at any time during this Agreement
that was false or fraudulent; or (3) OCPRC fails to perform any of its obligations
under this Agreement, and such failure is not cured within ninety (90) calendar
days after written notice of default to OCPRC.
2.7.1.1. Termination by the City in Absence of Default/Breach. If the City
terminates this Agreement, in absence of default or breach by OCPRC,
then the City shall reimburse OCPRC the amount of the non-depreciated
value of Capital Improvement Projects to the Park, paid for by OCPRC,
on the date of the termination notice.
2.7.1.2. Termination by the City for Default/Breach. If the City terminates this
Agreement for default or breach by OCPRC, then the City does not have
to reimburse OCPRC the non-depreciated value of Capital Improvement
Projects to the Park paid for by OCPRC.
2.7.2. Termination by OCPRC. OCPRC may terminate this Agreement, at any time, if
the City is notified in writing at least one hundred eighty (180) days prior to the
effective date of termination and any one of the following occur: (1) the Premises
are no longer being used for the purposes identified in this Agreement; (2) the City
provided OCPRC with information, at any time during the Agreement term, that
was false or fraudulent; (3) the City fails to perform any of its obligations under
this Agreement, and such failure is not cured within ninety (90) calendar days after
written notice of default to the City.
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2.7.2.1. Termination by OCPRC in Absence of Default/Breach. If OCPRC
terminates this Agreement in absence of default or breach by the City,
then the City does not have to reimburse OCPRC the non-depreciated
value of Capital Improvement Projects to the Park paid for by OCPRC.
2.7.2.2. Termination by OCPRC for Default/Breach. If OCPRC terminates this
Agreement for default or breach of the City, then the City shall reimburse
OCPRC the amount of the non-depreciated value of Capital Improvement
Projects to the Park, paid for by OCPRC, on the date of the termination
notice.
2.7.3. Disposition of Personal Property Upon Expiration/Termination of Agreement.
Upon expiration or termination, for any reason, of this Agreement, each Party shall
retain ownership of personal property purchased by them, unless the Parties
otherwise agree in writing. “Personal property” does not include buildings or
fixtures.
2.7.4. Condition of Park Upon Expiration/Termination of Agreement. Upon the
expiration or termination of this Agreement, OCPRC shall cease all Park
management and operation, surrender the Premises to the City, and cooperatively
work with the City to transfer Park management and operation.
2.7.5. Payment for Non-Depreciated Capital Improvement Projects Upon
Agreement Expiration. If the Agreement is not renewed at the end of the
Initial Term for the Renewal Term, then the City shall reimburse OCPRC the
amount of the non-depreciated value of Capital Improvement Projects to the
Park, paid for by OCPRC, on the date the Agreement expires. Upon the
expiration of the Renewal Term, the City shall not reimburse OCPRC the
amount of the non-depreciated value of Capital Improvement Projects to the
Park, paid for by OCPRC.
3. TRANSITION PERIOD.
3.1. Transition Period. This Agreement includes a Transition Period. During the Transition
Period, the Parties shall work cooperatively to facilitate the transfer of Park management
and operations to OCPRC.
3.2. Park Information.
3.2.1. Grants & Endowments. Within thirty (30) days of the Effective Date, the City
shall provide OCPRC copies of all grant agreements, endowment agreements, or
other agreements that impose restrictions and conditions upon the Premises and its
use.
3.2.2 Agreements between the City and Third Parties. Within thirty (30) days of the
Effective Date, the City shall provide OCPRC copies of all third party agreements
relating to the use, management, or operation of the Premises, if any. OCPRC is
not under any obligation to assume any third party agreements relating to the
management or operation of the Premises.
3.3. Rights and Obligations During the Transition Period.
3.3.1. Park Operation and Maintenance During Transition Period. During the
Transition Period, the City shall be responsible to operate and to maintain the Park
and to pay for all costs associated therewith.
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3.3.2. County Right to Access and Perform Work on the Premises. During the
Transition Period, the County may access the Premises to perform maintenance,
restoration, repairs, and improvements to the Premises, mutually agreed to by the
Parties in writing.
3.3.3. Premises Inspections. During the Transition Period, the County shall inspect the
infrastructure and conditions of the Park, including but not limited to the condition
of utilities and their connections, the parking lot, trees, restrooms, pavilions,
playground equipment, trails and pathways. The inspection shall be codified in a
document to illustrate the condition of the Premises at the end of the Transition
Period.
3.3.4. Park Planning. During the Transition Period, the County shall: (1) assume
primary responsibility for Park planning, (2) regularly consult with the City
about such planning, and (3) organize at least two (2) community forums in the
City during the Transition Period to hear suggestions from City residents.
3.3.5. Park Programming. During the Transition Period, OCPRC may organize and host
mutually agreed upon recreation programs, events, volunteer activities, and other
activities.
3.4. Environmental Condition.
3.4.1. Environmental Assessments. During the Transition Period, OCPRC shall
examine the Premises and perform a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment (ESA),
at its sole cost, and additional environmental assessments that OCPRC deems
necessary, in its sole discretion and at its sole cost.
3.4.2. Copies of Environmental Assessments. OCPRC will provide the City with a copy
of the Phase I ESA and any other environmental assessments. OCRPC shall take
possession of the Premises subject to such Phase I ESA and other environmental
assessments performed pursuant to this Section.
3.4.3. Termination Related to Environmental Assessments. Notwithstanding any other
provision, OCPRC may terminate this Agreement prior to the end of the Transition
Period, if OCPRC is not satisfied with the condition of the Premises as evidenced
by the Phase I ESA or other environmental assessments performed pursuant to this
Section.
4. PARK GOVERANCE & OPERATIONS.
4.1. Agreement Administration. The City Manager or their successor or their written
designee is the City’s Agreement Administrator (hereinafter “the City’s
Representative”). The OCPRC Director or their successor or their written designee is
OCPRC’s Agreement Administrator (hereinafter “OCPRC’s Representative”). Each
Party must notify the other of their written designees.
4.2. Disputes. All disputes arising under or relating to the interpretation, performance, or
nonperformance of this Agreement involving or affecting the Parties shall first be
submitted to the City Representative and the OCRPC Representative for possible
resolution. If the City Representative and the OCPRC Representative cannot resolve the
dispute, then the dispute shall be submitted to the signatories (or their successors) of this
Agreement for possible resolution.
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4.3. Park Management and Operations. Except as otherwise provided by this Agreement,
OCPRC shall manage and operate the Park in a manner consistent with other OCPRC
Parks, OCPRC policies, the OCPRC 5-Year Parks and Recreation Master Plan (“OCPRC
Master Plan”), and the plans and programs set forth and described herein. The OCPRC
Master Plan can be found on the OCPRC website. OCPRC shall manage and operate the
Park with OCPRC staff, volunteers, and contractors.
4.4. Park Improvement Projects. OCPRC shall be responsible to provide and perform (either
directly or through third parties) improvements for the Park. This responsibility and the
costs associated therewith shall be addressed in the plans and programs set forth and
described herein. All Capital Improvement Projects shall become an integral part of the
Premises. No Capital Improvement Projects shall occur without the prior written approval
of the City’s Representative, unless such Capital Improvement Project was included in the
CIP.
4.5. Park Maintenance/Repairs. The responsibility for, provision of, and costs for Park
maintenance and repairs shall be set forth in the Park Operations and Management Plan
described in and required by this Section.
4.6. Park Utilities. The provision of and costs for utilities for the Park and Premises utilities
shall be the responsibility of the City.
4.7. Park Action Plan. By December 31, 2025, OCPRC shall create a Park Action Plan for the
Park. The Park Action Plan shall be created pursuant to OCPRC’s current policies and
procedures. Once completed, OCPRC shall submit the Park Action Plan to the City
Representative for comments and recommendations. The City Representative shall submit
its comments and recommendations to the OCPRC Representative within thirty (30) Days
of receipt of the Park Action Plan. The OCPRC Representative shall review and consider
the City Representative’s comments and recommendations and shall endeavor to address
all comments and recommendations. The Park Action Plan shall not be approved or
implemented by OCPRC without prior written approval by the City Representative. If the
City Representative does not respond within the thirty (30) day period, then the City
Representative is deemed to have approved the Park Action Plan. Notwithstanding any
other provision, if the City Representative does not approve the Park Action Plan by
December 31, 2025, OCPRC or City may terminate this Agreement. Such termination
shall not be deemed a breach or default of the City. Modifications to the Amendment shall
be codified according to the procedure set forth in this Section
4.8. Park Operations and Management Plan. By December 31, 2025, OCPRC shall
create a Park Operations and Management Plan for the Park (“POMP”), addressing Park
operations and forecasting Park maintenance projects for a five (5) year period. Except
as otherwise provided by this Agreement, the POMP shall be created pursuant to
OCPRC’s current policies and procedures. Once completed, OCPRC shall submit the
POMP to the City Representative for comments and recommendations. The City
Representative shall submit its comments and recommendations to the OCPRC
Representative within thirty (30) Days of receipt of the POMP. If the City
Representative does not respond within the thirty (30) day period, then the City
Representative is deemed to have approved the POMP. OCPRC shall review and
consider the City Representative’s comments and recommendations and shall endeavor
to address all comments and recommendations; however, OCPRC is not obligated to
incorporate such comments and recommendations into the POMP. After receiving the
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City Representative’s comments and recommendations or passage of the thirty (30) day
period (whichever is first), OCPRC shall commence to have the POMP adopted and
implemented pursuant to its policies and procedures. Modifications to the POMP shall
be codified according to the procedure set forth in this Section.
4.9. Park Capital Improvement Plan. By December 31, 2025, OCPRC shall create a Park
Capital Improvement Plan (“CIP”) forecasting Capital Improvement Projects for a five
(5) year period. The CIP shall be created pursuant to OCPRC’s current policies and
procedures and shall be included in OCPRC’s annual CIP. Once completed, OCPRC
shall submit the CIP, applicable to the Park, to the City Representative for comments
and recommendations. The CIP shall not be approved or implemented by OCPRC
without prior written approval by the City Representative. The City Representative shall
submit its comments and recommendations to the OCPRC Representative within thirty
(30) Days of receipt of the CIP (“City CIP Comment Period”). OCPRC shall review and
consider the City Representative’s comments and recommendations and shall endeavor
to address all comments and recommendations; however, OCPRC is not obligated to
incorporate such comments and recommendations into the CIP. If the City
Representative does not respond within the City CIP Comment Period, then the City
Representative is deemed to have approved the CIP. After receiving the City
Representative’s written approval of the CIP, OCPRC shall commence to have the CIP
adopted and implemented pursuant to its policies and procedures. Notwithstanding any
other provision in this Agreement, if the City Representative and OCPRC
Representative cannot agree to a CIP within thirty (30) Days after the end of the City
CIP Comment Period, then OCPRC or City may proceed under the Dispute Resolution
Section of this Agreement, Section 4.2 or terminate this Agreement. If this Agreement
is terminated pursuant this Section, the City shall reimburse OCPRC the amount of the
non-depreciated value of Capital Improvement Projects to the Park, paid for by OCPRC,
up to the date of the termination notice. Modifications to the CIP shall be codified
according to the procedure set forth in this Section.
4.10. Park Access/Parking. The Parties shall be responsible to determine how Park patrons
will access the Park (ingress to and egress from the Park). This responsibility and the
costs associated therewith shall be addressed in the plans and programs set forth and
described herein. In no event shall any resident of the City incur any fee or charge for
entering the Park or Premises or for parking their car in or on the Park or Premises.
4.11. Endangered Species. OCPRC acknowledges that the Premises or portions thereof may be
subject to restrictions or closures, if endangered species are present.
4.12. Park Rules. During this Agreement, the Park and Premises shall be subject to City
Rules and Regulations and City policies and procedures, except as otherwise provided
by this Agreement.
4.13. Park Security. Security for the Park shall be provided by the City solely at its expense.
4.14. Signs. OCPRC shall be responsible for and is permitted to erect signs to identify the Park
and features/structures located therein and to erect other signs that are typical and/or
necessary at a public park of this nature. OCPRC shall seek the City’s input regarding
the design of any new sign at the entrance to the Park.
4.15. Volunteers. OCPRC may use volunteers at the Park in various capacities, including
existing volunteers and volunteer groups. All OCPRC volunteers providing volunteer
service at the Park shall become part of OCPRC’s volunteer program.
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4.16. Sponsorship of Events/Programs at Park by Third Parties. Without approval from the
OCPRC, the City may solicit or accept sponsorship of events/programs at the Park by
third- parties, pursuant to the City’s policies and procedures.
4.17. Use of Park by Third Parties. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement,
the City may license use of the Park to third parties for events or programs, without
approval from and notification to OCPRC. The City shall allow such use via written
agreement with the third party, pursuant to City policies and procedures. To avoid
scheduling conflicts at the Park, all third parties desiring to use the Park for events or
programs shall schedule such use through the City. The written agreement for use of the
Park by third parties shall also include the County and OCPRC as indemnified parties
and additional insureds as well, if insurance is required.
4.18. Use of Park by the City/County. OCPRC may use the Park for OCPRC-sponsored
events or programs at no cost, charge, or fee, if such use does not conflict with other
scheduled events or programs. To avoid scheduling conflicts at the Park, OCPRC shall
reserve use of the Park for its events or programs, through the City. OCPRC shall be
responsible for all costs associated with the setup, operation, and cleanup of such events
or programs.
5. PARK FINANCES.
5.1. Initial OCPRC Investment. Within thirty (30) Days of the date the Transition Period
ends, the County shall pay the City four million dollars ($4,000,000.00), for non-
depreciated value of capital improvements made by the City to the Park prior to the
execution of this Agreement.
5.2. Park Maintenance Fee and Utilities. During the Transition Period the Parties shall
discuss and determine payment of Park maintenance and utilities. This determination shall
be contained in the POMP.
5.3. Establishment of Park Fees & Charges. The City shall establish all Park Fees and
Charges at the Park. The Park Fees and Charges shall be created, adopted, and
implemented pursuant to the City’s current policies and procedures. Notwithstanding any
other provision in this Agreement, at no time shall City Residents and Oakland County
Residents be charged a fee for entry into the Park or the Premises or for parking at the
Park or on the Premises.
5.4. Park Revenue. Subject to applicable law, all Park Revenue shall be paid to the City and
shall be deemed the City’s revenue. The City shall record the monies of all Park Revenue
according to generally accepted accounting principles.
5.5. Annual Accounting and Audits. The City shall provide OCRPC with an annual
accounting of Park Revenue consistent with generally accepted accounting policies and
procedures. OCPRC has the right to annually review and audit the City’s records related
to Park Revenue.
5.6. Park Grants. The Parties shall use their best efforts to work together to secure grant
funding for Park expansion, development, improvements, operation, and maintenance.
OCPRC shall work together to apply for and manage grants related to the Park.
6. ASSURANCES/LIABILITY/INSURANCE.
6.1. Title to Premises. The City warrants that it has fee simple title to the Premises and the
authority to enter into this Agreement. The City, at its sole expense, shall defend
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(including payment of attorney fees) OCPRC against any Claim challenging the City’s
right to execute this Agreement or OCPRC’s use of the Premises as set forth herein.
6.2. Liability for Claims. Except as otherwise provided herein, each Party shall be responsible
for any Claims made against that Party by a third-party and for the acts or omissions of its
agents, employees, volunteers, officers, or officials arising under or related to this
Agreement.
6.3. Liability for Claims Prior to the Agreement Effective Date. The City shall be solely
responsible for and shall defend (including payment of attorney fees) OCPRC against, at
the City’s sole expense, any Claim that occurred prior to the Effective Date or that was
incurred but not reported prior to the Effective Date.
6.4. Liability for Environmental Matters. Notwithstanding any other provision, OCRPC
shall not be responsible to perform or pay for remediation or clean-up of any environmental
contamination on or around the Premises, which existed on the Premises prior to the
Effective Date and/or discovered by the Phase I ESA or any other environmental
assessments performed pursuant to this Section 3.
6.5. Legal Representation. Except as provided herein, each Party shall seek its own legal
representation and bear the costs associated with such representation, including judgments
and attorney fees, for any Claim that may arise from the performance of this Agreement.
6.6. Responsibility for Costs/Fines/Fees. Each Party shall be solely responsible for all costs,
fines and fees associated with any acts or omissions by its employees, volunteers, officers,
or officials arising under or related to this Agreement.
6.7. No Indemnification/Reimbursement. Except as otherwise provided for in this
Agreement, neither Party shall have any right under this Agreement or under any other
legal principle to be indemnified or reimbursed by the other Party or any of its agents in
connection with any Claim.
6.8. Governmental Function/Reservation of Rights. Performance of this Agreement is a
governmental function and government service. This Agreement does not, and is not
intended to, impair, divest, delegate, or contravene any constitutional, statutory, and/or
other legal right, privilege, power, obligation, duty, or immunity of the Parties. Nothing in
this Agreement shall be construed as a waiver of governmental immunity.
6.9. Limitation of Liability. In no event shall either Party be liable to the other Party or any
other person, for any consequential, incidental, direct, indirect, special, and punitive or
other damages arising out of this Agreement.
6.10. Insurance. This Agreement does not require either Party to obtain insurance to cover
loss exposures associated with this Agreement and the Park. Each Party is solely
responsible to determine whether it will obtain insurance, and in what amounts, to cover
loss exposures associated with this Agreement and the Park; except that if the City
purchases a special event insurance policy for use the Premises, for whatever reason,
then the City shall name the County and its boards, commissions, elected and appointed
officers/officials, employees, and volunteers as “additional insureds” on such policy. If
the County purchases general liability insurance covering the Premises, including for
special events, then the County shall name the City and its employees, agents and
volunteers as “additional insureds” on such policy.
6.11. Waste. Neither Party shall commit or allow to be committed any waste or nuisance on the
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Premises and will not use, or allow the Premises to be used, for any unlawful purpose.
6.12. Compliance with Laws.
6.12.1. The Parties shall comply with all applicable federal, state, or local laws,
regulations, rules, and ordinances related to the operation, management, planning,
maintenance, and improvement of the Premises and Park. OCPRC shall obtain any
necessary permits regarding its use of the Premises.
6.12.2. The Parties acknowledges that any violations of the federal, state, or local
regulations or convictions of any resource violations may be considered a default
of this Agreement and may terminate this Agreement, as provided herein.
6.13. Authorization. The Parties have taken all actions and secured all approvals necessary to
authorize and complete this Agreement. The persons signing this Agreement on behalf of
each Party have legal authority to sign this Agreement and bind the Parties to the terms and
conditions contained herein.
7. GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.
7.1. No Interest in Premises. Through this Agreement, OCPRC shall have no title interest in
and/or to the Premises or any portion thereof and has not, does not, and will not claim any
such title or any easement over the Premises.
7.2. Delegation or Assignment. Neither Party shall delegate or assign any obligations or rights
under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other Party. For purposes of
this Section, consent for the County shall be given by the OCPRC Director or his/her
successor and consent for the City shall be given by the City Representative.
7.3. No Employee-Employer Relationship. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as
creating an employer-employee relationship between County and the City.
7.4. No Third Party Beneficiaries. Except as provided for the benefit of the Parties, this
Agreement does not and is not intended to create any obligation, duty, promise, contractual
right or benefit, right to indemnification, right to subrogation, and/or any other right in
favor of any other person or entity.
7.5. No Implied Waiver. Absent a written waiver, no act, failure, or delay by a Party to pursue
or enforce any rights or remedies under this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of those
rights with regard to any existing or subsequent breach of this Agreement. No waiver of
any term, condition, or provision of this Agreement, whether by conduct or otherwise, in
one or more instances shall be deemed or construed as a continuing waiver of any term,
condition, or provision of this Agreement. No waiver by either Party shall subsequently
affect its right to require strict performance of this Agreement.
7.6. Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds a term or condition of this
Agreement to be illegal or invalid, then the term or condition shall be deemed severed from
this Agreement. All other terms, conditions, and provisions of this Agreement shall remain
in full force.
7.7. Captions. The section and subsection numbers, captions, and any index to such sections
and subsections contained in this Agreement are intended for the convenience of the reader
and are not intended to have any substantive meaning. The numbers, captions, and indexes
shall not be interpreted or be considered as part of this Agreement. Any use of the singular
or plural, any reference to gender, and any use of the nominative, objective or possessive
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case in this Agreement shall be deemed the appropriate plurality, gender or possession as
the context requires.
7.8. Force Majeure. Notwithstanding any other term or provision of this Agreement, neither
Party shall be liable to the other for any failure of performance hereunder if such failure is
due to any cause beyond the reasonable control of that Party and that Party cannot
reasonably accommodate or mitigate the effects of any such cause. Such cause shall
include, without limitation, acts of God, floods, fire, explosion, vandalism, national
emergencies, insurrections, riots, wars, strikes, lockouts, work stoppages, other labor
difficulties, or any law, order, regulation, direction, action, or request of the United States
government or of any other government. Reasonable notice shall be given to the affected
Party of any such event.
7.9. Notices. Notices given under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be personally
delivered, sent by express delivery service, certified mail, or first class U.S. mail postage
prepaid, and addressed to the person listed below. Notice will be deemed given on the date
when one of the following first occur: (i) the date of actual receipt; (ii) the next business
day when notice is sent express delivery service or personal delivery; or (iii) three days
after mailing certified U.S. mail.
7.9.1. If Notice is sent to County, it shall be addressed and sent to: OCPRC Director, 2800
Watkins Lake Road, Waterford, Michigan 48328 and the Chairperson of the
Oakland County Board of Commissioners, 1200 North Telegraph Road, Pontiac,
Michigan 48341.
7.9.2. If Notice is sent to the City, it shall be addressed and sent to [Insert name and
address].
7.9.3. Either Party may change the individual to whom Notice is sent and/or the mailing
address by notifying the other Party in writing of the change.
7.10. Governing Law/Consent To Jurisdiction And Venue . This Agreement shall be
governed, interpreted, and enforced by the laws of the State of Michigan. Except as
otherwise required by law or court rule, any action brought to enforce, interpret, or decide
any Claim arising under or related to this Agreement shall be brought in the 6th Judicial
Circuit Court of the State of Michigan, the 47th District Court of the State of Michigan, or
the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, Southern Division, as
dictated by the applicable jurisdiction of the court. Except as otherwise required by law or
court rule, venue is proper in the courts set forth above.
7.11. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of
which shall be deemed an original agreement, but all of which together shall constitute one
Agreement. Copies (photo, fax, or electronic) of signatures to this Agreement will be
deemed originals and may be relied on to the same extent as originals.
7.12. Entire Agreement. This Agreement and the referenced Affidavit represents the entire
agreement and understanding between the Parties regarding the maintenance, operation,
and management of the Park and the Premises. This Agreement and the referenced
Affidavit supersede all other oral or written agreements between the Parties regarding
that subject matter. The language of this Agreement shall be construed as a whole
according to its fair meaning, and not construed strictly for or against any Party.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, [INSERT NAME] has been authorized by a resolution of the City, to execute this
Agreement.
EXECUTED: ____________________________________ DATE:______________
WITNESSED:_____________________________________ DATE:______________
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, David T. Woodward, Chairperson, Oakland County Board of Commissioners,
has been authorized by a resolution of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners to execute this
Agreement.
DATE: ______________
DATE: _______________
DATE: ______________
EXECUTED: ____________________________________
David T. Woodward, Chairperson
Oakland County Board of Commissioners
WITNESSED: _____________________________________
EXECUTED: ____________________________________
Ebony Bagley, Chair
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
WITNESSED: _____________________________________ DATE: _______________
EXHIBIT A
PARCEL A (PART)
West 70 acres of Parcel: 23-21-251-001 (121.06 ac)
Legal Description: T1N, R9E, SEC 21 S 1/2 OF NE 1/4 & SE 1/4 OF NW 1/4 120 A (Revise)
PARCEL B
Parcel: 23-21-327-001 (9.94 ac)
Legal Description: T1N, R9E, SEC 21 N 1/2 OF E 1/2 OF NE 1/4 OF SW 1/4 10 A
PARCEL C
Parcel: 23-21-401-001 (39.69 ac)
Legal Description: T1N, R9E, SEC 21 N 1/2 OF N 1/2 OF SE 1/4 40 A
PARCEL D
Parcel: 23-21-327-002 (9.90 ac)
Legal Description: T1N, R9E, SEC 21 S 1/2 OF E 1/2 OF NE 1/4 OF SW 1/4 10 A
PARCEL E
Parcel: 23-21-401-003 (6.95 ac)
Legal Description: T1N, R9E, SEC 21 THAT PART OF SW 1/4 OF SE 1/4 LYING N OF
'CROSSMAN & MARQUIS SUB', ALSO W 1/2 OF S 1/2 OF N 1/2 OF SE 1/4 EXC BEG AT PT
DIST S 02-00-00 E 760 FT FROM CEN OF SEC, TH N 53-15-00 E 83 FT, TH S 66-25-00 E 178
FT, TH N 53-40-00 E 88 FT, TH S 30-30-00 E 338 FT, TH S 14-05-00 W 71 FT, TH S 60-20-00 W
114 FT, TH S 50-20-00 W 64 FT, TH S 21-15-00 W 78 FT, TH N 81-25-00 W 265 FT, TH N 02-00-
00 W 460 FT TO BEG 16.50 A
PARCEL F
Parcel: 23-21-401-004 (14.43 ac)
Legal Description: T1N, R9E, SEC 21 E 1/2 OF S 1/2 OF N 1/2 OF SE 1/4 EXC BEG AT PT DIST
S 864.58 FT FROM E 1/4 COR, TH S 89-47-10 W 437.66 FT, TH S 38-31-50 W 150.73 FT, TH S
03-00-30 E 342.75 FT, TH S 89-48-20 E 514.24 FT, TH N 463.02 FT ALG SEC LINE TO BEG
14.56 A
PARCEL G
Parcel: 23-21-401-005 (Longacre House 5.47 ac)
Legal Description: T1N, R9E, SEC 21 PART OF SE 1/4 BEG AT PT DIST S 864.58 FT FROM E
1/4 COR, TH S 89-47-10 W 437.66 FT, TH S 38-31-50 W 150.73 FT, TH S 03-00-30 E 342.75 FT,
TH S 89-48-20 E 514.24 FT TH N 463.02 FT ALG SEC LINE TO BEG 5.44 A
Total acreage: Approximately 160 acres
EXHIBIT A
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Memo
Agenda #: 6
Department: Administration
From: Chris Ward, Director
Subject: Interlocal Agreement with the City of Rochester Hills for Bloomer Park
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
Last month we discussed the possibly of entering into a long-term park partnership agreement
with the City of Rochester Hills for Bloomer Park. There was a broad consensus from the
Commission to move forward and work through the terms of an agreement for this opportunity.
Negotiations have successfully concluded but the legal counsels for each party continue to work
through a few points of difference regarding language in the agreements. These plans have been
refined to elevate and further define the role Oakland County Parks would play in the partnership
(see below for more detail). Decisions regarding this partnership arrangement is interconnected
with local projects that are reliant upon funding we would provide for our partner. The city
government has asked that I do everything I can to expedite the approval process to allow them
to move forward on these issues.
It would be helpful to our partner if the Commission would consider convening at the optional
budget meeting set for this month to consider this agreement or grant administrative authority to
work with legal counsel to finalize the terms and forward them to the Board of Commissioners for
final approval.
BLOOMER PARK AND THE CLINTON RIVER PRESERVE
Similar to the preceding agreement, this partnership brings together two parties with incredible
strengths and well-deserved reputations for delivering innovative and high-quality recreational
experiences to the public.
Bloomer Park has a rich history that dates back to the early days of the auto industry and the
generosity of Howard Bloomer, the Chairman of the Dodge Motor Car Company. This former state
park encompasses 211 acres and features great natural and recreational spaces, including
shelters, playscapes, athletic fields, a sledding hill, mountain bike trails, picnic areas and miles of
trails to hikes. It’s also a great entry point for what we believe will become a truly outstanding new
recreational destination along the Clinton River.
Our Clinton River Preserve plan weaves together multiple properties owned by government
agencies, a former industrial site poised for restoration and an area we have targeted for
acquisition along a stretch of truly outstanding natural beauty. These properties begin in the heart
of downtown Rochester, intersect at multiple points with the Clinton River Trail and end at the site
of the historic Clinton Kalamazoo Canal across from Yates Cider Mill. The Bloomer Parks
agreement terms give us the ability to manage two critical areas totaling 32 acres that tie these
properties together. The terms of the agreement follow:
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AGREEMENT PURPOSE: RH/OCP JOINT MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION OF 175 ACRE
PORTION OF BLOOMER PARK; OCP OPERATION AND MANAGEMENT OF 32 ACRE
PORTION ALONG CLINTON RIVER
NAME: BLOOMER PARK, CLINTON RIVER RESERVE
AREA: APPROX.: BLOOMER PARK - 175 ACRE PARK INCLUDES SHELTERS, PLAY
SCAPES, ATHLETIC FIELDS, SLEDDING HILL, MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS, PICNIC AREAS
AND WALKING TRAILS
CLINTON RIVER RESERVE – 32 ACRES OF PARK INCLUDES YATES
PARK/PARKING LOT, NATURAL AREAS AND PORTIONS OF THE RIVER.
TERM: 30 YEAR RENEWABLE, CLAWBACK FOR NON-DEPRECIATED IMPROVEMENT
VALUE IF CANCELED EARLY BY CITY
PAYMENT TO CITY: $3 MILLION AFTER TRANSITION PERIOD AND CIP/POMP PLANS ARE
AGREED UPON, RECOGNIZES INVESMENTS MADE BY CITY IN AREA SUBJECT TO
AGREEMENT
CAPITAL COSTS: TBD IN TRANSITION PERIOD
OPERATING COSTS: TBD IN TRANSITION PERIOD
TRANSITION PERIOD: PARTIES WORK OUT DETAILS WITHIN 6 MONTHS OR 12/31/2025,
WHICHEVER IS LATER
PROPOSED MOTION
Move to recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Interlocal Partnership
Agreement with the City of Rochester Hills for Bloomer Park and authorize the Director to finalize
the terms of the agreement in consultation with Corporation Counsel.
2800 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328
248-858-0906 OaklandCountyParks.com
Memo
To: Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Chris Ward
Date: May 2, 2025
Re: Director’s Report
Park Enhancement Projects
At the April OCPRC meeting, you approved the expenditure of up to $250,000 for the creation of a Park
Enhancement Fund for small-scale capital improvement projects, and granted administrative authority
for me to approve the projects suggested by Park Operations staff. At your request, attached is a report
containing a preliminary list of projects approved for funding.
mParks Golden Wrench Award
Parks General Maintenance Mechanic Kenny Stratton and Parks Maintenance Aide Michaelle Hardin
won the mParks Golden Wrench Award for construction of accessible cabooses for trains at Addison
Oaks and Groveland Oaks campgrounds. The winner is selected annually by the mParks Parks
Maintenance Focus Area. With no accessible models available from manufacturers, the team – led by
Maintenance Supervisor II Colin Gibbs – created the cabooses from scratch to support campers with
mobility challenges.
These custom-built cars include features like swivel seats, extended legroom and easy-to-access doors,
making them ideal for aging guests, those with injuries and others needing mobility support. The project
reflects Oakland County Parks’ commitment to inclusive, equitable experiences for all visitors.
Oakland Together 40 Under 40 Class of 2025
Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter announced the 2025 class of the Oakland Together 40 Under
40, which includes Sarah Cook-Maylen, Chief of Natural Resources and Environment. The Oakland
Together 40 Under 40 recognizes young professionals under 40 for their impact in public service,
innovation and leadership across diverse industries. This marks the 13th year of the program, with
honorees selected by a panel of leaders and celebrated throughout the year at county events.
University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business – Emerging Leaders Program
Melissa Prowse, Manager of Planning & Development, completed the U of M Ross 2025 Emerging
Leaders Program this past April. This week-long program describes emerging leaders as high achievers
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in their current roles whose vision and decision-making help their organization to overcome challenges,
inspire others, and achieve results.
Melissa learned all of the foundational leadership skills that successful leaders must master to deliver
results, including change management, team leadership, and personal development strategies – and she
received coaching on how to leverage these next-level practices to achieve career and organizational
goals. We know Melissa is excited to share this new knowledge with the OCP team over the coming
months and into the future as we continue to grow and evolve as an organization.
Project #Dept Project Name Contact Amount Start Date End Date
1
SPR SPR 3D Archery Course Laurie/Steve $ 50,000 5/1/2025 7/1/2025
2
HRV HRV Outdoor Green Buildng
Enhancements Jamie Weasel $ 33,000 9/15/2025 11/15/2025
3
ADD Playground Addition/Expansion Katie Pardy $ 50,000 4/1/2025 10/1/2025
4
IND / ORN (3) Parks Viewing Scopes Mike Boyd $ 15,000 5/5/2025 5/9/2025
5
RSE Rose Oaks Astronomy Viewing
Platform Tom Hughes $ 18,000 10/1/2025 2/1/2026
6
ADD Day Use Astronomy Viewing
Platform Katie Pardy $ 12,000 6/1/2025 8/1/2025
7
ADD Campground Storybook Trail Katie Pardy
Rachel Boyd $ 2,000 4/1/2025 8/1/2025
8
ADD Boat House / Camp Store Katie Pardy
Rachel Boyd $ 15,000 5/15/2025 8/1/2025
Total $ 195,000
Balance 55,000$
2025 New Parks Enhancement Projects (Hughes - Weasel Fund)
#Project Name Location Summary Project Information
1
SPR 3D Archery
Course Old Community Garden Outdoors 3D Archery w/lifelike targets
Targets, 2 accessible tower blinds,
accessible trail thru course, and gravel
parking lot. Covert existing garage
into Point of Sale location and
equipment storage.
2
HRV Outdoor
Green
Enhancements
Holly Oaks ORV Park,
front parking lot, Green
classroom/vendor area.
Green Building & Green Solar Bathrooms.
Outdoor shade structure, quality
stainless propane grill, benches,
concrete stamped pad, concrete
walkways connecting the vendor area,
green classroom, and green
bathroom.
3
ADD Playground
Addition
Addison Oaks Day Use
playground
Expanding the Day Use playground at Addison
Oaks. Original plan when it was installed in
2019 was to continue to expand it and create a
large playground with unique equipment that was
not available in the surrounding areas.
We would like to purchase a large
pyramid climber (approx 20 feet high)
as the first piece of equipment for the
playground expansion. Also consider
rope climber feature
4
IND/ORN Parks
Viewing Scope
Independence Oaks Boat
House Deck,
Independence Oaks North
Fishing Dock, Orion Oaks
Lake Sixteen Fishing Dock
National Parks viewing scope, all weather,
permanently mounted binoculars. Great for
viewing the Bald Eagles nest at Independence
North Park and variety of birds at Orion Oaks.
Free to use.
National Parks Viewing Scope
5
Rose Oaks
Astronomy
Viewing Platform
Rose Oaks Buckhorn Lake
Rd Parking Lot
Install a night sky viewing platform for night sky
viewing opportunities in one of the darkest
locations in Oakland County. A 375 sq.ft
hexagonal night sky viewing platform would be
added to the fishing dock on the west side of the
Buckhorn Lake Rd parking lot. Permanent
mount piers for telescope mounts would also be
added.
Viewing platform that has an Hexagon
shape with each side 12 ft. long.
Allows for (2) permanent piers to be
installed for telescope mounting, red
solar lights along the boardwalk and
by the parking lot for minimal impact
on night sky viewing conditions.
6
ADD Astronomy
Viewing Area
Addison Oaks Day Use
area between Lakeview
and Trails Edge pavilions
(near the electrical/water
pedestal).
Constructing a viewing platform in the Day Use
area to expand on the Solar System Trail for the
public to enjoy the night skies. This location will
allow for more programming by park staff and
the Oakland Astronomy Club, including
programming during the winter months.
The cement viewing platform area will
accomodate accessibility needs and
will be accessible from the Buhl Trail.
Includes electrical pedestals,
telescope mounts and table tops for
safe placement of computer
equipment. In-ground red lights that
will outline the walking path and glow
stones.
7
ADD Campground
Storybook Trail
Addison Oaks on the
paved trail leading from
the Campground
Recreation building to the
Area A restroom building.
As an added value experience, we would like to
create a storybook trail in the campground. Sign
holders and other materials would be created in-
house by staff. The goal would be to rotate
between several books during the six-month
camping season.
8
ADD Boathouse
Camp Store Addison Oaks Boathouse
This project will enhance the visitor experience
by converting an underutilized boathouse to
include a small campground store. The store will
provide convenient access to packaged snacks,
frozen treats and park-branded merchandise.
Life jacket and oar storage will need to
be moved to the garage area to allow
installation of a hand-washing sink,
chest freezers, shelving and display
racks and additional counter space.
2025 New Parks Enhancement Projects
OCP Grants Update
GRANT AMENDMENT: FY2024 Michigan Invasive Species Program
OCP has requested an amendment from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
modifying the end date of the award from May 30, 2025, to October 30, 2025. The award amount
($69,300) is not affected.
Status: the amendment has been approved by DNR as of May 1 and has been submitted for grant
review.
GRANT AWARD: FY2025 Michigan Invasive Species Program
OCP has been awarded $69,700 by the DNR for another year of grant funding by the DNR for OCP’s
countywide and cooperative management of invasive species, as well as invasive species outreach
and education materials and programs.
Status: the award has been submitted for grant review and submitted as an approval item on the
May 13th LAGO agenda.
GRANT APPLICATION: FY2026 ORV Trail Improvement Fund grant application
OCP is requesting $49,000 from the DNR to fund the purchase of approximately 696 tons of boulders
(18” to 30” diameter) to create approximately 800 linear feet of boulder trail. The new boulder trail
would create a challenge element incorporated into the one-way Endurance Trail and be open to all
vehicle types. Purchase would be made with existing contracts and constructed in-house with existing
equipment. The new boulder trail would repurpose an existing portion of the Endurance Trail known as
“Taurus Way” that has required significant investment of staff time to repair the washouts that regularly
occur due to stormwater surging down from Darlene’s Ridge. The location of the proposed run would
allow ample room for vehicles to leave the boulders and drive parallel to the trail in the case of
mechanical failure.
Status: Application has received grant review approval and Chairman Woodward’s signature and was
submitted on the due date of May 1, 2025. It is scheduled as a Communications item on the May 13th
LAGO agenda.
Submitted May 1, 2025
Donna Folland, Chief – Planning
follandd@oakgov.com
248-736-9087
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – May 2025
Active Adults
May 6 Active Living Every Day – Madison Heights
May 13 Active Living Every Day – Madison Heights
May 14 Glen Oaks Celebration – Glen Oaks
May 16 Veterans Dirt Day & Expo – Holly Oaks
May 17 Veterans Free Entry ORV – Holly Oaks
May 28 Fireside Chat – Virtual
Adaptive
May 7 Mighty Oaks Disabled Sports Team – Waterford Oaks
May 15 Mighty Oaks Disabled Sports Team – Michigan State University
May 16 Mighty Oaks Disabled Sports Team – Michigan State University
May 17 Mighty Oaks Disabled Sports Team – Michigan State University
May 18 Mighty Oaks Disabled Sports Team – Michigan State University
May 20 Adaptive Bike Kickoff – Independence Oaks
May 21 Adaptive Golf Clinic – Cherry Creek
May 28 Waterford Transition School Field Trip – Independence Oaks
May 29 DNEM Bike Clinic – Independence Oaks
History
May 5 Keynote Speech for Open Door Outreach Center Spring Tea and Luncheon –
Beacon Hill Golf Club
May 14 Glen Oaks Celebration – Glen Oaks
May 16 Springfield Township Tea Party and History Presentation – Springfield Senior
Center
Groveland Oaks
May 23 Fishing Contest, Family Movie, Coloring
May 24 Caricature Artist, Airbrush Tattoos, Crafts, Inflatables, Wagon Rides, Train
May 25 Tie Dye, Stone Portraits, Family Bingo, Face Painting, Photo Booth, DJ
Mobile Recreation
May 2 Chaos and Commotion: Waldon Middle School Fun Night
May 3 Stage: American Cancer Society Inc Relay for Life Clinton Twp
May 3 Bouncer: Huntington Woods P&R Chalk Fest
May 4 Stage: Kids Kicking Cancer Relay Run
May 7 Bus: Leadership Oakland
May 9 Arctic Rush: Rose Pioneer Elementary Spring Carnival
May 10 Stage: The Arthritis Foundation, Walk to Cure Arthritis Kensington Metro Park
May 10 Bouncer: Kensington Valley Civitan Youth Entrepreneur Market
May 10 Stage: Royal Oak Twp P & R Concert Series Mack Rowe Park
May 14 Bus: OCPRC - Adaptive Rec Glenn Oaks 100 Celebration
May 15 Bus: Pontiac MVG
May 16 Stage: American Cancer Society Inc Relay for Life Shelby Twp River Bends
May 16 Bus & Tent: OCPRC - Adaptive Rec Disability Vet Day Holly Oaks
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – May 2025
May 16 Stage: Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce Food Truck Rally
May 17 Stage: Levi's Link Run
May 17 Stage: American Cancer Society Inc Relay for Life Shelby Twp
May 17 Tent: OCPRC - Adaptive Rec Armed Force's Day Holly Oaks
May 18 Bus: Pontiac MVG Case Hall
May 18 Bouncer & Arctic: Birmingham P & R Hometown Parade & Party Shain Park
May 19 Chaos and Commotion: Oakland Schools Technical Campus Funday
May 20 Archery, Climbing Tower, & Chaos & Commotion: St. Patrick School Field Day
May 22 Stage: St George Greek Festival
May 22 Go Games, Bouncer, & Climbing Tower OCPRC - Waterford Market Event
May 22 Fun-Struction: Morris Adler elementary School Family Fun Night
May 25 Zany Zoo: Birthday Party at BMX Waterford
May 25 Arctic Rush: OCPRC - Addison Oaks Addison
May 25 Chaos and Commotion: OCPRC - Campground Rec Groveland
May 26 Chaos, Fun-Struction, & Climbing Tower Beverly Hills Memorial Day Carnival
May 27 Climbing Tower: Costello Elementary Fair
May 28 Stage: Troy Athens High School Open Air Event
May 29 Climbing Tower & Jumbo Games: Oakland County SROs Pontiac Fun Day
May 30 Climbing Tower: Oakland Schools Tech Fun Day
May 30 Climbing Tower: Patterson Elementary Field Day
May 30 Jump N' Jam: Clarkston Elementary Field Day Clarkston elementary
May 30 Putt It: Ferndale Lower Elementary June Fair
May 30 Chaos and Commotion: Edmonson Elementary End of Year Party
May 30 Climbing Tower: Pearson Elementary, Pearson Palooza (Fundraising Event)
May 31 Stage: Madison High School Graduation
May 31 Climbing Tower: OCPRC - Campground Rec Groveland
May 31 Climbing Tower: OCPRC - Addison Oaks
Natural Resources
May 30 Native Plant Event – Farmers Market
May 31 Native Plant Event – Milford Civic Center
Nature Education
Field Trips & Birthday Parties
May 1 Hoover Elementary Field Trip -RONC
May 1 Field Trip (Tracks ‘n’ tee’s) -WINT
May 2 Grayson Elementary School Field Trip -WINT
May 2 Giving Tree Preschool Field Trip -RONC
May 3 Birthday Party TENT-Jewhurst Family -RONC
May 4 Birthday Party Noah turns 8 Lily turns 6 -RONC
May 7 Journey Lutheran Preschool -WINT
May 8 Journey Lutheran Preschool -WINT
May 10 Birthday Party Madison turns 6-WINT
May 10 Birthday Party Luke turns 4-RONC
May 13 Huron Valley Field Trip -Lyon Oaks RONC
May 16 Cranbrook Field Trip Lyon Oaks RONC
May 16 Disability Network OF SE Michigan WINT
May 17 Birthday Party TENT-Caron Family -RONC
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – May 2025
May 20 Addams Elementary Field Trip RONC
May 21 Addams Elementary Field Trip RONC
May 22 Lessenger Elementary Field Trip RONC
May 23 Disability Network OF SE Michigan -RONC
May 24 Birthday Party Ava and Maya turn 5-RONC
May 24 Birthday Party Asher turns 6 -RONC
May 30 Stadium Elementary Field Trip -WINT
May 30 Daisy Troop Field Trip -WINT
May 31 Birthday Party Lillian turns 9-RONC
Homeschool Series
May 8 Homeschool -Summer Safety Survival -RONC
May 21 Homeschool -Summer Safety Survival -WINT
Public Nature Programs
May 1 ECHO-WINT
May 2 Morning Munchkins RONC
May 3 Forest Bathing RONC
May 4 Forest Bathing RONC
May 8 ECHO-WINT
May 9 Puddle Jumpers WINT
May 10 Mysteries of the Marsh WINT
May 15 ECHO- WINT
May 15 Trailblazers -Waterford Oaks WINT
May 16 Walk in the woods RONC
May 22 ECHO- WINT
May 23 Walk in the woods WINT
May 31 PNP-Gardening for Pollinators WINT
May 31 Relieve Anxiety with Mindfulness and Nature WINT
Oakland County Market
May 3 Saturday Morning Yoga
May 3 Saturday Morning Tai Chi
May 11 Spring Flower Days
May 14 Gleaners Food Distribution
May 15 Lunchtime Yoga
May 18 Spring Flower Days
May 22 Moonlight Market
May 25 Spring Flower Days
May 28 Gleaners Food Distribution
Springfield Oaks
May 3 & 4 Michigan Antique Festival – Entire Park
May 10 Springfield Township Cleanup – Upper Parking Area
May 9 & 10 Horse Council Kick Off Show – Equestrian Area
May 17 Private Family Reunion – Grand Hall
May 17 & 18 BeSpoke Market – Ellis Barn, Miracle of Birth Barn, Poultry Barn
May 19 Flint Metro League Championship – Golf Course
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – May 2025
May 24 Private Birthday Party – Grand Hall
May 24 Private Wedding – Ellis Barn
May 30 & 31 Triple B’s Horse Show – Equestrian Area
May 31 Private Graduation Party - Bunkers
Special Events
May 3 Pet Wellness Clinic – Waterford Oaks
May 10 Pet Wellness Clinic - Orion Oaks
May 17 Pet Wellness Clinic – Independence Oaks