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AGENDA ITEM: Sponsorship of Commerce Township Concert in the Park Summer Series
DEPARTMENT: Board of Commissioners
MEETING: Board of Commissioners
DATE: Thursday, May 21, 2026 9:30 AM - Click to View Agenda
ITEM SUMMARY SHEET
COMMITTEE REPORT TO BOARD
Resolution #2026-6338
Motion to approve a one-time allotment of $5,000 from the FY 2026 Board of Commissioners’
General Fund Sponsorship line-item budget to sponsor the 2026 Commerce Township Concert in
the Park Summer Series. Further, authorize the Board Chair to execute any required agreements on
behalf of Oakland County. Additionally, require that the recipient of the funds publicly promote the
County’s support and submit an impact report to the Board of Commissioners by the end of the
calendar year, detailing the outcomes of the event, including the number of Oakland County
residents served and supported by the initiative.
ITEM CATEGORY SPONSORED BY
Special Project Christine Long
INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND
1. First and Last Name (Person Submitting the Form): The request is being submitted by Emily
England.
2. Organization (Person Submitting the Form): Ms. England serves as the Parks & Recreation
Director for Commerce Township.
3. Email Address (Person Submitting the Form): Ms. England may be contacted through Commerce
Township’s Parks and Recreation Department.
4. Phone Number (Person Submitting the Form): Ms. England may be reached through Commerce
Township administrative offices.
5. Last Name of Sponsoring Commissioner: The sponsoring commissioner for this request is
Commissioner Long.
6. Project Overview: Briefly describe the proposed project, including its purpose, goals, and
intended outcomes: The Concert in the Park Summer Series marks its 16th year as a Commerce
Township community tradition. The series begins on the first Friday in July and runs for five
consecutive weeks, offering free, family-friendly concerts each Friday evening. The purpose of the
program is to provide accessible cultural and recreational entertainment for residents of all ages and
abilities while strengthening community connections through shared public experiences. The
intended outcome is to enhance quality of life, promote positive community engagement, and create
a welcoming atmosphere where residents and visitors can gather in a safe and enjoyable setting.
7. Project Type: This request should be categorized as a sponsorship, as it involves support for an
ongoing municipal community event series.
8. Provide a proposed budget breakdown for the project, including the estimated cost of the overall
project and specifically how much you are asking the Board of Commissioners to contribute: The
total estimated cost of the Summer Concert Series is $25,000. Commerce Township has allocated
funding within its General Fund community events budget to support the series and also seeks
private sponsorship contributions. Commissioner Long is requesting $5,000 from the Oakland
County Board of Commissioners to assist with event expenses, including performer fees, sound
equipment, logistics, and operational costs. The County’s contribution would supplement Township
and sponsorship funding to sustain the quality and accessibility of the program.
9. Provide a detailed timeline for implementation of the project: The concert series will take place
over five consecutive Friday evenings beginning in July 2026. Each event will be held during the
evening hours, with planning and performer coordination occurring in advance of the series start
date.
10. Provide detail on any possible funding partners or matching funds: Commerce Township
provides financial support through its General Fund community events budget, and additional
sponsorship funding is sought from local partners to support the series. The County’s requested
contribution would complement these funding sources.
11. Describe the anticipated impact of the project and how its success will be evaluated: The
anticipated impact of the concert series includes increased community engagement, accessible
recreational programming, and strengthened relationships among residents and neighboring
communities. Success will be measured through attendance levels, community participation,
sponsor engagement, and resident feedback regarding the quality and accessibility of the events.
12. Include any additional information or supporting documents relevant to the project: The Concert
in the Park Summer Series is managed and executed by the Commerce Township Parks and
Recreation Department under the leadership of Ms. England. The series occurs within a single
budget cycle and does not require additional coordination with County departments beyond
sponsorship recognition and reporting.
FISCAL IMPACT: Subsequent QR Budget Amendment Required
Committee members can contact Barbara Winter, Policy and Fiscal Analysis Supervisor at
248.821.3065 or winterb@oakgov.com or the department contact persons listed for additional
information.
CONTACT
Emily England Parks and Rec Director
ITEM REVIEW TRACKING
Aaron Snover, Board of Commissioners Created/Initiated - 5/21/2026
AGENDA DEADLINE: 05/07/2026 4:30 PM
ATTACHMENTS
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COMMITTEE TRACKING
2026-03-11 Full Board - Refer to Finance
2026-05-13 Finance - Recommend to Board
2026-05-21 Full Board - Adopt
Motioned by: Commissioner Michael Gingell
Seconded by: Commissioner Penny Luebs
Yes: Ann Erickson Gault, Michael Gingell, Marcia Gershenson, Robert Hoffman, Karen Joliat,
Christine Long, Penny Luebs, Gwen Markham, William Miller III, Kristen Nelson, Angela Powell,
Robert Smiley, Yolanda Smith Charles, Michael Spisz, Linnie Taylor, Philip Weipert, David
Woodward (17)
No: Charles Cavell (1)
Abstain: None (0)
Absent: Brendan Johnson (1)
Passed