HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgendas/Packets - 2026.08.05 - 43016Call Meeting to Order
Roll Call
Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Agenda
Public Comment
PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
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Staff Introduction: Lou Kavanaugh Informational Ashlie Smith / 705-7212
Adaptive and 55+ Programs Presentation Informational Sandy Dorey / 343-6287
COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
Monthly Financial Report Informational Kevin Syoen / 909-8764
REGULAR AGENDA:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
1 City of Pontiac Community Grant Agreement - Amendment Approval & Fwd to BOC Simon Rivers / 421-9033
2 2026 Strategic Partnership Grant - City of Ferndale Approval & Fwd to BOC Simon Rivers / 421-9033
3 Groveland Oaks Restroom Improvements Approval Julie O'Brien / 947-278-3365
4 Restroom Installations – Glen Oaks Golf Course & Orion
Oaks
Approval
Approval
Approval
County of Oakland and Bloomfield Hills Schools for Bowers
Approval & Fwd to BOC
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
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CLOSED SESSION:ACTION PRESENTER(S)
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Approval of Minutes - July 15, 2026 Regular Meeting and July 15, 2026 Closed Session
OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Ebony Bagley, Chair
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 @ 2:00 pm
Parks Commission Room - 2800 Watkins Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48328
Regular Monthly Meeting Agenda
Public Access Information
If you require special accommodations because of a disability, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at
(248) 858-0906, Ext. 9, at least three (3) business days in advance of the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT TO: September 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. or to the Call of the Chair
https://www.oakgov.com/community/oakland-county-parks/get-involved/parks-commission
July 15, 2026
Chair Bagley called the meeting of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission to order at
2:01 p.m. in the Springfield Oaks Event Center, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg, MI 48350.
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Ebony Bagley, Yolanda Smith Charles, Andrea LaFontaine, Ann Erickson Gault, Kate Baker, Lola Banks,
Christine Long, Eric McPherson, Jim Nash, Shanell Weatherspoon
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT WITH NOTICE:
None
OTHERS PRESENT:
PARKS AND RECREATION Chris Ward, Director
Alan Jaros, Deputy Director
Jim Dunleavy, Manager – Park & Enterprise Operations
Esther Jackson, Manager – Strategic Planning & Performance
Zach Crane, Supervisor – Design, Engineering & Compliance
Tom Hughes, Chief – Park Operations – North District
Bill Singleton, Chief – Business Systems
Ashlie Smith, Chief – Nature & Outdoor Education
Brandy Sotke-Boyd, Chief – Recreation Programs & Services
Desiree Stanfield, Chief – Communications & Marketing
Kevin Syoen, Chief – Budget & Procurement
Mark Adams, Project Manager Engineer
Julie O’Brien, Project Manager Engineer
Zach Zuchowicz, DEI & Community Engagement Coordinator
Matt Pady, Park Supervisor – Springfield Oaks
Andy Krumwiede, Strategic Sourcing Agent
Simon Rivers, Planning Supervisor
Jami Monte, Administrative Services Coordinator
Liz Caltagirone, Data Analyst
Shannon Kenny, Technical Office Specialist
OAKLAND COUNTY FAIR BOARD LC Scramlin, General Manager
Ryan Hart, Maintenance Supervisor
MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF
AFFAIRS & EXHIBITIONS Lisa Reiff, Executive Director
PUBLIC Laurie Cooper, Former Oakland County Parks Employee
Rex Mathewson, Headwater Trails, Inc.
Monika Sipe
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
McPherson moved to approve the agenda, as presented. Seconded by LaFontaine.
Motion carried on a voice vote.
OAKLAND COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
2800 WATKINS LAKE ROAD, WATERFORD, MICHIGAN 48328
Telephone: (248) 858-0906
REGULAR MEETING
Ebony Bagley, Chair Yolanda Smith Charles
Vice Chair
Andrea LaFontaine
Secretary
Kate Baker
Lola Banks
Ann Erickson Gault
Christine Long
Eric McPherson
Jim Nash
Shanell Weatherspoon
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Long moved to approve the minutes of the June 3, 2026 meeting, as presented. Seconded by
Baker.
Motion carried on a voice vote.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Monika Sipe addressed the Commission regarding a small forest in Troy.
PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS
A. Service Award: Laurie Cooper
Chair Bagley recognized and thanked Laurie Cooper for her work and contributions to Oakland County
Parks and Recreation.
Chair Bagley thanked Mr. Scramlin for providing lunch prior to the meeting and his hospitality at the Fair.
Mr. Scramlin thanked the Commission for its many years of support and shared the history of the Fair,
noting that it dates back to 1850.
Chair Bagley called on Ms. Smith who introduced the video highlighting how parks impact lives. The
Commission expressed interest in sharing the video with the public through social media and other
channels.
COMMUNICATIONS/REPORTS
B. FY2026 Monthly Financial Report
Mr. Syoen provided an overview of the FY2026 Monthly Financial Report.
REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS
1. Turtle Woods County Park – Concept Design Approval
Erickson Gault moved to approve Turtle Woods County Park Concept plan and proceed with
final design/ engineering for bidding. Seconded by Smith Charles.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
2. Multiple Park Locations - FY27 Roof Replacements
McPherson moved to approve project expenditure not to exceed $220,000 for the FY27 multiple
park roofing projects as identified. Seconded by Smith Charles.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
3. Southfield Oaks Phase II
Smith Charles moved to approve an expenditure not to exceed $1,680,000 to upscale and
strengthen current construction efforts at Southfield Oaks. Seconded by Nash.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
4. 2026 Strategic Partnership Grant – Charter Township of Royal Oak
Smith Charles moved to authorize and recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of
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the Park Development Grant Agreement with the Charter Township of Royal Oak for the Picnic
Pavilion at Civic Center Park project, with a Strategic Partnership Grant in the amount of $30,000.
Seconded by Erickson Gault.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
5. 2026 Strategic Partnership Grant – Water Resources Commissioner/City of Pontiac
Baker moved to authorize and recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the Park
Development Grant Agreement with the Joseph Jones Drain Drainage District for the Site
Amenities at Oakland Park project, with a Strategic Partnership Grant in the amount of $28,582.
Seconded by Weatherspoon.
Motion carried on a roll call vote with Nash abstaining.
6. 2026 Strategic Partnership Grant – City of Hazel Park
McPherson moved to authorize and recommend to the Board of Commissioners approval of the
Park Development Grant Agreement with the City of Hazel Park for the Viking Strong 55+ Fitness
Program at Hazel Park Recreation Center project, with a Strategic Partnership Grant in the
amount of $82,307. Seconded by Erickson Gault.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
7. FY2026 Capital Equipment Amendment
Erickson Gault moved to approve the requested amendments to the FY2026 Capital Equipment
Budget. Seconded by Smith Charles.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
8. Policy Updates
Baker moved to adopt the following Commission Policies as presented:
1. C26-001, Commission Reserved Authority and Director Delegation,
2. C26-002, Integrated Park Plans and Park Zones,
3. C23-001, Ecologically Sensitive Protection Areas;
authorization for non-substantive edits based upon Corporation Counsel recommendation; and
authorization for the Director to implement a new Commission policy codification system and
renumber policies as needed. Seconded by Weatherspoon.
Baker moved to amend the motion to remove C23-001, Ecologically Sensitive Protection Areas.
Seconded by Weatherspoon.
Motion to amend carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
Main motion, as amended, carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
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NEW & MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS
9. Director’s Report
Director Ward provided an overview of his report.
10. Executive Committee Update
Chair Bagley reflected on how parks change lives and distributed thank-you letters written by students
from the Pontiac School District following their field trip to Bowers Farm. She noted how experiences
like these support the department's educational mission and help plant the seeds for future stewardship.
She also reminded Commissioners of Oakie’s Birthday Bash at Independence Oaks on July 24, as well
as the several upcoming Employee Appreciation events.
CLOSED SESSION
11. Pursuant to MCL 15.268(d) – Discussion to consider the purchase or lease of real property
Smith Charles 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.
Seconded by Weatherspoon.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
The Commission went into Closed Session at 3:29 p.m.
The Commission reconvened in Open Session at 4:19 p.m.
Long moved to direct staff to proceed as discussed in Closed Session. Seconded by LaFontaine.
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/ADJOURNMENT
At 4:20 p.m., there being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was
adjourned to August 5, 2026, 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
$68,596,827.00 $70,942,827.00 $66,854,327.60 ($4,088,499.40)94.24%
$68,596,827.00 $70,820,827.00 $39,769,310.43 $31,051,516.57 56.15%
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$6,574,600.00 $6,574,600.00 $4,828,924.46 ($1,745,675.54)73.45%
$7,400,995.00 $7,400,995.00 $5,771,084.72 $1,629,910.28 77.98%
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$1,635,615.00 $1,635,615.00 $724,888.25 ($910,726.75)44.32%
$2,177,748.00 $2,177,748.00 $1,291,301.03 $886,446.97 59.30%
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$2,226,000.00 $2,226,000.00 $1,765,787.75 ($460,212.25)79.33%
$4,490,879.00 $4,490,879.00 $3,092,775.89 $1,398,103.11 68.87%
Adopted Amended Actual Favorability/UNF Percentage
$320,000.00 $369,000.00 $177,964.00 ($191,036.00)48.23%
$446,124.00 $446,124.00 $185,634.31 $260,489.69 41.61%
Awarded Amount Paid Out
$5,595,216.00 $3,516,750.00
Revenue
Expenses
FY 2026 YTD
Expenses
Summary of Campground Programs
Summary of ORV Park Operations
FY 2026 YTD
Revenue
FY 2026 YTD
Revenue
Parks and Recreation
Summary of Waterpark Programs
Summary of Golf Programs
FY 2026 YTD
Revenue
Expenses
Summary of Parks and Recreation
FY 2026 YTD
Revenue
Expenses
As of 9/30/2025 Current 7/30/2026
$54,556,755.98 $81,810,896.04
$1,674,946.85
Expenses
Amount Remaining
$2,078,466.00
$2,242,274.65
FY 2025
FY 2026 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).
FY 2022 - 2026 YTD
Expenses
Investment Income
Summary of Community Grant and Strategic Partnership Program
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Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 1
Department: Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives
From: Simon Rivers, Chief of Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives
Subject: City of Pontiac Community Grant Program Agreement - Amendment
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Move to approve the Oakland County Parks Community Park and Trail Capital Grant Program
Agreement Amendment between the County of Oakland and the City of Pontiac, and to forward
to the Oakland County Board of Commissioners for approval.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
In 2022, Oakland County Parks (OCP) awarded the City of Pontiac a $100,000 grant for the
Mattie McKinney Hatchett Park Development project through OCP’s Community Grant Program.
On September 23, 2025, the City held a ribbon cutting for new amenities, including newly installed
new outdoor fitness equipment, updated playground equipment, new and repaired walking paths,
and park seating. While the project is complete, the deadline for reimbursement passed before
the City received the final $10,000 payment.
Therefore, the City of Pontiac is requesting a 6-month extension on their four-year OCP grant
term, changing the original end date from 5/15/2026 to 11/15/2026. This change will allow the
City to be fully reimbursed for this grant project.
ATTACHMENTS
1.Oakland County Parks Community Park and Trail Capital Grant Program Agreement
Amendment
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This Agreement Amendment (“Amendment”) is between the County of Oakland, 1200 North
Telegraph Road, Pontiac, MI 48341 (“County”), by and through its statutory agent, the Oakland
County Parks and Recreation Commission (“OCPRC”), 2800 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford, MI
48328 and the City of Pontiac, 47450 Woodward Avenue, Pontiac, Michigan 48342 (“Grantee”).
The Grantee and OCPRC entered into an Agreement dated 5/16/2022 for the Project and Project
Number set forth below (“Agreement”), which Agreement is attached and incorporated herein as
Exhibit A. The Parties now desire to amend the Agreement. This Amendment extends the End Date
of the Agreement as set forth below. The Parties agree to the terms and conditions set forth in this
Amendment.
Project Title (“Project”): Mattie McKinney Hatchett Park Redevelopment
Grant Amount (“Grant Amount”): $100,000
Match Amount (“Match Amount”): $300,000
Total Project Amount: $400,000
Start Date: 5/16/2022
Original End Date: 5/15/2026
Amended End Date: 11/15/2026
This Amendment and the Agreement comprise the entire agreement and understanding between
the Parties and supersede all other prior oral or written understandings, communications,
agreements, or contracts between the Parties. By signing this Amendment, the below individuals
certify they are authorized to sign this Amendment on behalf of their organization, and the Parties
will fulfill the terms of the Agreement and this Amendment.
Grantee:
Name: Michael McGuinness, Mayor Date
City of Pontiac
County of Oakland:
Name: David T. Woodward, Chairperson Date
Oakland County Board of Commissioners
COMMUNITY PARK AND TRAIL CAPITAL
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Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission:
Name: Ebony Bagley, Chairperson Date
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 2
Department: Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives
From: Simon Rivers, Chief of Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives
Subject: 2026 Strategic Partnership Grant – City of Ferndale
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Move to approve the Park Development Grant Agreement with the City of Ferndale for Basketball
Courts and Accessibility Improvements at Lennon Memorial Park, with a Strategic Partnership
Grant in the amount of $100,000, and forward to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
Ferndale staff approached Oakland County Parks and Recreation (OCPR) regarding potential
grant funding assistance for improvements at Lennon Park. The proposed funding would support
the city’s large population of young adults and families.
Lennon Memorial Park is a 4.2-acre park in the City of Ferndale. Lennon Park currently consists
of two small soccer fields, a basketball court, children’s play areas, picnic areas, and open space
areas. This grant will provide improvements that will allow Ferndale residents to gather and
recreate outdoors. Having a safe space that provides residents with opportunities for physical
activity, the ability to explore nature, and an environment that encourages gathering with others
outdoors will help residents form connections with others. The City of Ferndale identified these
improvements as a priority in their 2022 Recreation Plan.
Project Funding and Alignment
Ferndale is requesting a $100,000 Strategic Partnership Grant from OCPR to match $100,000
from the City of Ferndale’s general fund, and $100,000 in potential funding from a Michigan
Department of Natural Resources grant.
The project scope includes:
•Replacing the outdated basketball court and hoops
•Installation of accessible pathways
•Installation of other site amenities, including benches and picnic tables
This collaboration advances OCPR’s core values of Health and Wellness and Access and Equity,
expanding the County’s presence in Ferndale.
Project Significance
The Lennon Memorial Park improvement project represents a strategic investment in equitable
access to recreational facilities and public health in one of Oakland County’s most underserved
areas. In addition to serving City residents, the Ferndale Parks and Recreation Department has
agreements with the City of Hazel Park and Charter Township of Royal Oak to also serve their
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residents. As the park is near the Ferndale’s border with Hazel Park, Lennon Park provides
basketball court access to Hazel Park residents who do not have basketball facilities in their city.
Furthermore, the installation of pathways will increase accessibility and connectivity, transforming
Lennon Park into a more welcoming community space for all ages and abilities.
This partnership exemplifies the goals of Mission 26, particularly the Recreation for All pillar, by
prioritizing modernized amenities and connected greenways so distance, cost, ability or
jurisdictional boundaries are no longer barriers to participation. Through this collaboration,
Oakland County Parks strengthens its regional network of inclusive recreation facilities while
reinforcing its role as a partner to local communities in advancing public value.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Park Development Grant Agreement – City of Ferndale (Lennon Park Improvements)
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COUNTY OF OAKLAND—PARK DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
CITY OF FERNDALE – LENNON PARK IMPROVEMENTS
This Agreement is between the County of Oakland, by and through, its statutory agent, the
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission (“OCPRC”) and the City of Ferndale, 1938
Burdette Street, Ferndale, MI 48220 (“Grantee”).
The purpose of this Agreement is to provide funding to Grantee in exchange for the work to be
performed by Grantee for the below named project. The Parties agree to the terms and
conditions set forth in this Agreement.
Project Title (“Project”): Lennon Park Improvement Project
Grant Amount (“Grant Amount”): One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($100,000)
Grantee Match Amount (“Match Amount”): Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000)
Total Project Amount: Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000)
Start Date: Effective Date—the date the last Party to this Agreement signs the Agreement
End Date: Three years after the date the last Party to this Agreement signs the Agreement
By signing this Agreement, the below individuals certify they are authorized to sign this
Agreement on behalf of their organizations and the Parties will fulfill the terms of this
Agreement, including any attached Exhibits.
Grantee:
Name: Colleen O’Toole, City Manager Date
City of Ferndale
County of Oakland:
Name: David T. Woodward, Chairperson Date
Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission:
Name: Ebony Bagley, Chairperson Date
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
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1. Agreement Execution. Grantee is required to sign the Agreement and return it to the
contact person listed in Section 2 within sixty (60) calendar days of the date the Agreement
is issued to Grantee. If not, the OCPRC Chairperson may cancel this Agreement and the
monies allocated under this Agreement may be issued to another entity, in the County’s
sole discretion. This Agreement is not effective until both Parties sign the Agreement. The
“Effective Date” shall be the date the last Party signs the Agreement.
2. Contact Information. This Agreement shall be administered on behalf of the County by the
Planning & Resource Development Unit of the OCPRC. All notices, reports, documents,
requests, actions, or other communications required between the OCPRC and Grantee shall
be in writing and submitted to the contacts identified below. By written notice, the Parties
may designate a different contact with correlating information.
2.1. Grantee Contact
2.1.1. Organization: City of Ferndale
2.1.2. Name/Title: LaReina Wheeler, Parks and Recreation Director
2.1.3. Address: 1938 Burdette Street, Ferndale, MI 48220
2.1.4. Telephone Number: (248) 544-6767
2.1.5. E-Mail Address: lwheeler@ferndalemi.org
2.2. OCPRC Contact
2.2.1. Name/Title: Simon Rivers, Chief of Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives
2.2.2. Address: 2800 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328
2.2.3. Telephone Number: 248-421-9033
2.2.4. E-Mail Address: riverss@oakgov.com
3. Project/Project Period.
3.1. Grantee shall complete the Project as set forth and described in Exhibit A within the
Project Period. Exhibit A is incorporated into this Agreement.
3.2. As defined in this Agreement, “Project Period” means the period of time beginning on
the Effective Date and ending on the End Date listed on page 1 of this Agreement.
3.3. Grantee shall complete the Project within the Project Period. Requests to extend the
Project Period must be made in writing a minimum of thirty (30) calendar days before
the Project Period ends. The OCPRC Planning & Resource Development Unit may
extend the Project Period, in its sole discretion, and the extension must be codified in
an amendment to this Agreement, which amendment shall be signed by the OCPRC
Chairperson.
4. Grantee Reporting Requirements:
4.1. Grantee shall complete and submit bi-annual progress reports, including a narrative
report and summary of Project expenditures, in accordance with instructions provided
by OCPRC.
4.2. Within sixty (60) days of Project completion, Grantee shall submit final reporting
documentation, including a final reimbursement request and narrative report, and
copies of written materials and/or photographs of grant recognition signs in
accordance with the instructions provided by OCPRC.
5. Payments/Advances/Project Closeout. The OCPRC shall make payments of the Grant
Amount to Grantee as follows:
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5.1. OCPRC shall pay the Grantee fifty percent (50%) of the Grant Amount listed on page
1 of this Agreement within thirty (30) calendar days of the Effective Date. The
remaining fifty percent (50%) of the Grant Amount shall be paid by the County
within thirty (30) calendar days of the date the Project is complete in accordance
with Section 4. Any cost overruns incurred to complete the Project shall be the sole
responsibility of the Grantee. To be eligible for payment, Grantee must submit a
complete payment request to OCPRC on form(s) provided by OCPRC and have
satisfied all progress reporting requirements due prior to the date of the payment
request
5.2. Grantee shall submit documentation of all costs incurred, including the value of match
and donations made to the Project.
5.3. OCPRC reserves the right to request additional information necessary to
substantiate payments.
5.4. Grantee shall be a registered vendor with the County to receive payments. Registration
can be accomplished by completing a vendor registration through the County Vendor
Registration link on the County Web site. All grant funds will be paid by ACH or Check.
5.5. OCPRC shall not pay any portion of the Grant Amount to a Grantee contractor or
subcontractors. Grant Amounts shall only be paid to Grantee.
5.6. Notwithstanding any other provision to the contrary, OCPRC shall hold back ten
percent (10%) of the Grant Amount until Project Closeout set forth in this Section. Final
payment of the remaining ten percent (10%) of the Grant Amount will be released
upon OCPRC’s approval of Grantee’s Final Report and satisfactory Project completion
as determined by OCPRC, in its sole discretion.
5.7. A determination of Project completion, which may include a site inspection and an
audit, shall be made by OCPRC after Grantee has met any match obligations,
satisfactorily completed the activities, and provided products and deliverables
described in Exhibit A.
5.8. Grantee shall immediately refund to OCPRC any payments in excess of the costs
allowed by this Agreement.
5.9. Upon issuance of final payment from the OCPRC, Grantee releases the County, OCPRC,
and its employee and officers of all claims against the County/OCPRC arising under this
Agreement. Unless otherwise provided in this Agreement or by State law, final
payment under this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of the County’s claims
against Grantee.
6. Grantee Assurances/Responsibilities.
6.1. Grantee shall comply with all applicable local, State, and federal laws, rules, ordinances,
and regulations in the performance of this Agreement.
6.2. Grantee shall obtain all necessary permits and licenses for construction and
maintenance of the Project. Grantee shall solely determine what permits or licenses
are required for the Project, secure the needed permits or licenses, and remain in
compliance with such permits or licenses. Grantee shall retain a copy of all permits or
licenses and make them available to the County upon request.
6.3. Grantee shall have control of the Project area through fee simple title, lease, or other
recorded interest, or have written permission from the owner of the Project area to
complete Project activities.
6.4. Grantee shall abide by all State and federal threatened and endangered species
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regulations when completing Project activities.
6.5. Grantee shall not discriminate against an employee or an applicant for employment in
hiring, any terms and conditions of employment or matters related to employment
regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
national origin, age, genetic information, height, weight, disability, veteran status,
familial status, marital status or any other reason, that is unrelated to the person's
ability to perform the duties of a particular job or position, in accordance with
applicable federal and state laws. Grantee further agrees that any subcontract shall
contain non-discrimination provisions, which are not less stringent than this provision
and binding upon any and all subcontractors. A breach of this covenant shall be
regarded as a material breach of this Agreement.
6.6. Grantee shall require that no individual be denied access to the Project or Project
activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, national origin, age, genetic information, height, weight, disability, veteran
status, familial status, or marital status.
6.7. Grantee is solely responsible for all activities performed under this Agreement and for
the construction and maintenance of the Project. Grantee shall be the sole point of
contact regarding contractual matters for the Project, including payment of any and all
charges resulting from the Project.
6.8. Grantee shall require all contractors and subcontractors constructing or performing the
Project to comply with this Agreement.
6.9. Grantee shall ensure all contractors and subcontractors constructing and performing
the Project are qualified to perform such work.
6.10. Grantee shall be solely responsible for the installation, operation, repair, and
maintenance of the Project.
6.11. All records related to the Project must be maintained for a minimum of seven (7)
years after the final payment has been issued to Grantee by the County.
7. Liability.
7.1. The County/OCPRC is not liable or required to install, operate, repair, maintain, or
contribute to the installation, operation, repair, or maintenance of the Project and any
associated Project activities.
7.2. Grantee shall defend any Claim brought against either Party that involves the Project or
associated Project activities or that involves title, ownership, or other specific rights of
real property controlled by Grantee and relates to the Project.
7.3. Grantee is responsible for all Claims arising under or in any manner related to the
Agreement, the activities authorized by the Agreement, or the use and occupancy of
the Project.
7.4. As used in this Agreement, “Claims” mean 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 obligated to pay or defend
against, whether direct, indirect or consequential, whether based upon any alleged
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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, whether
commenced or threatened.
7.5. Performance of this Agreement is a governmental function. 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.
8. Insurance. The Grantee shall acquire and maintain insurance or a program of self-
insurance, which Grantee deems necessary, to protect it from liability related to
construction and/or operation of the Project. The County/OCPRC shall not obtain any
insurance or provide any self-insurance for construction and/or operation of the Project.
9. Audit and Access to Records. OCPRC reserves the right to conduct programmatic and
financial audits of the Project and may withhold payment until the audit is satisfactorily
completed. Grantee shall maintain all pertinent records and evidence pertaining to this
Agreement, including grant and any required matching funds, in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles and other procedures specified by OCPRC. OCPRC or any
of its duly authorized representatives must have access, upon reasonable notice, to such
books, records, documents, and other evidence for the purpose of inspection, audit, and
copying. Grantee shall provide proper facilities for such access and inspection. All records
must be maintained for a minimum of seven (7) years after the final payment has been
issued to Grantee by OCPRC.
10. Assignability. Grantee shall not assign or transfer any interest in this Agreement without
prior written authorization of OCPRC.
11. Changes. Any changes to this Agreement requested by Grantee shall be made in writing
and sent to the contact listed in Section 2 of this Agreement. OCPRC may approve or
deny such change, in its sole discretion. Any changes related to the grant amount, or any
other financial component of this Agreement, will require an amendment to be executed
in the same manner as this Agreement. Any changes not related to the grant amount,
including modifications to project scope or deadline extensions, can be made by
amendment at the discretion of and signed by the OCPRC Chairperson.
12. Termination.
12.1. Failure by Grantee to comply with any provision of this Agreement shall be a
material breach of this Agreement. Upon breach of the Agreement by Grantee,
OCPRC may, in addition to any other remedy provided by law:
12.1.1. Terminate this Agreement;
12.1.2. Withhold and/or cancel future payments to Grantee on any or all current grant
projects until the violation is resolved to the satisfaction of OCPRC;
12.1.3. Withhold action on all pending and future grant applications submitted by
Grantee; or
12.1.4. Require specific performance of the Agreement.
12.2. Upon the date of termination, all outstanding reports and documents are due to
OCPRC and after the termination date OCPRC will no longer be liable to pay or reimburse
Grantee any outstanding Grant Amounts.
13. Governing Laws/Consent to Jurisdiction and Venue. This Agreement shall be governed,
interpreted, and enforced by the laws of the State of Michigan, excluding Michigan’s conflict of
law principles. Except as otherwise required by law or court rule, any action, complaint, lawsuit,
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or other legal or equitable proceeding brought to enforce, interpret, or decide any Claim, as
defined herein, arising under or related to this Agreement shall be brought in the Sixth Judicial
Circuit Court of the State of Michigan, the 50th District 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. The choice of forum set forth above shall not be deemed
to preclude the enforcement of any judgment obtained in such forum or taking action under
this Agreement to enforce such judgment in any appropriate jurisdiction.
14. Entire Contract. This Agreement represents the entire agreement and understanding
between the Parties. This Agreement supersedes all other prior oral or written
understandings, communications, agreements, or contracts between the Parties regarding
the subject matter of this Agreement. The language of this Contract shall be construed as a
whole according to its fair meaning and not construed strictly for or against any Party.
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Grantee Information
Item Grantee Information
Project Title: Lennon Park Improvements
Oakland County City, Village or
Township Name:
City of Ferndale
Name of Primary Grant Contact: LaReina Wheeler, Parks and Recreation Director
Address: 1938 Burdette St., Ferndale, MI 48220
Primary Contact Phone: 248-544-6767
Primary Contact Email Address: lwheeler@ferndalemi.gov
Please list any project partners: Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Financial Information
Project Funding
Requested Grant Amount: $100,000
Match Amount: $200,000
Total Project Funding (Requested grant amount + total match amount): $300,000
Project Schedule
Anticipated Start Date: 7/12/2027
Anticipated Completion Date: 7/31/2028
Project Description
Need Statement
What is the reason for doing this project? Answer may incorporate documented community and
recreational needs, public engagement, con dition of current recreation assets, environmental issues or
accessibility and inclusion needs. Is the project in the communities 5 -Year Parks and Recreation Master
Plan or other planning document?
Lennon Memorial Park is one of Ferndale's largest neighborhood parks and serves neighborhood residents,
Edison School, City recreation programming, and visitors from surrounding communities. While the City is
currently seeking a $100,000 MDNR Recreation grant to replace the park's aging playground, limited project
funding required several critical improvements to be removed or reduced from the original project scope,
including renovation of the park's existing 26+-year-old full-size basketball court, site amenities such as benches
and trash/recycling receptacles, and portions of the planned barrier-free pathway system connecting key park
amenities. Oakland County's Strategic Partnership investment is critical to restoring these essential project
components and completing the City’s vision for a more accessible, connected, and functional neighborhood
park. If awarded, the MDNR grant and Oakland County partnership, together with the City's local investment,
will leverage up to $300,000 in park improvements while maximizing the impact of each funding source.
Renovating the basketball court will preserve one of the park's heavily used recreational amenities, while
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expanded barrier-free pathways will provide ADA-compliant connections between the playground, basketball
court, seating areas, drinking fountain, sidewalks, and other park features, ensuring visitors of all ages and
abilities can fully experience the park. Lennon Memorial Park also serves as a recreation site for Edison School,
which is located adjacent to the park and provides a center-based educationally therapeutic program for
students from across Oakland County with support from Oakland Schools. The park also serves as the primary
recreation site for the City's Summer Day Camp program, with approximately 50 children ages 5 to 7 utilizing the
park daily for nine weeks each summer, significantly increasing the demand for safe, accessible, and functional
recreation facilities. The existing playground has exceeded its useful life, lacks modern safety and accessibility
features, and no longer meets the recreational needs of today's users. Likewise, the park's basketball court has
exceeded its useful lifespan and is deteriorating, with a crumbling and uneven playing surface that prevents
residents and program participants from using the court safely and makes a full renovation necessary. The
proposed improvements directly implement the goals of the City of Ferndale's 5-Year Parks and Recreation
Master Plan, which identifies accessibility, park connectivity, Universal Design, and recreation opportunities for
users of all ages and abilities as community priorities. The Master Plan also identifies Lennon Memorial Park as
one of the City's least accessible parks, receiving a Barrier Free score of 2 out of 5. Public engagement through
City Council, the Parks and Recreation Commission, and the Ferndale Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory
Commission confirmed strong community support for these improvements. Oakland County's partnership will
allow the City to restore critical accessibility improvements and recreational amenities while leveraging
additional state investment, resulting in a more inclusive, connected, and fully accessible community park.
Project Scope
What are the actions that will implement the proje ct? Is the project designed to meet or exceed ADA
guidelines or to incorporate Universal Design principles?
The project will renovate Lennon Memorial Park by replacing the aging playground with a modern play area
designed for children of multiple ages and abilities while incorporating ADA and Universal Design (UD) principles
throughout the park. Project improvements include accessible play features, barrier-free pathways, and
universally designed site amenities. Funding from Oakland County will also allow the City to renovate the
existing full-size basketball court, install additional park benches with companion seating, accessible trash and
recycling receptacles, and barrier-free pathways that connect the playground, basketball court, seating areas,
drinking fountain, sidewalks, and other park amenities. The installation of landscaping with native trees will
improve the park's appearance while providing shade and environmental benefits. This collaborative funding
approach allows each funding source to address complementary project elements while maximizing the overall
public investment in Lennon Memorial Park. Oakland County funding will restore project elements that were
removed or reduced because of funding limitations, including the basketball court renovation, expanded barrier-
free pathways and accessible connections, and additional site amenities. If awarded, the City's pending MDNR
Recreation grant will fund replacement of the playground and a portion of the ADA and UD improvements, with
Oakland County funding also serving as the required local match. Should the MDNR application not be
successful, the City remains committed to completing the basketball court renovation, accessibility
improvements, and site amenities through Oakland County’s partnership and local City funding. The project has
been designed to exceed ADA requirements and incorporate Universal Design principles creating a welcoming
park experience for all visitors. Improvements include universally accessible routes connecting amenities,
companion seating, an ADA-accessible drinking fountain with bottle filler, accessible site furnishings, appropriate
clearances, and inclusive play opportunities for children with varying physical, sensory, and developmental
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abilities. The project design was developed with input from the Ferndale Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory
Commission, engineering consultants, Parks and Recreation Commission, and City staff to ensure accessibility,
safety, functionality, and long-term sustainability were incorporated throughout the park.
Project Outcomes
What are the anticipated outcomes and who will benefit from the project? Will the project result in
greater access to recreation for all residents and visitors? Are any environmental benefits expected?
How will the project make the community more sustainab le and resilient?
The project will transform Lennon Memorial Park into a safer, more accessible, and more inclusive
neighborhood destination that better serves residents and visitors of all ages and abilities. The improvements
are expected to increase overall park usage by creating a modern recreation space that encourages active
lifestyles, outdoor play, social interaction, and year-round community engagement. The project will also expand
opportunities for programming, school activities, community events, and informal neighborhood use while
strengthening connections between the park and surrounding neighborhoods, supporting neighborhood
revitalization, and encouraging residents to spend more time enjoying their local parks.Edison School, which
directly borders the park, provides a center-based educationally therapeutic program for Oakland County
students with emotional and behavioral disabilities. The school serves students and families from communities
throughout the region, including Avondale, Bloomfield Hills, Birmingham, Clawson, Berkley, Ferndale, Oak Park,
Madison Heights, Lamphere, Royal Oak, South Lyon, Walled Lake, and West Bloomfield, with support from
Oakland Schools. The enhanced park will provide these students with greater opportunities for outdoor
recreation, therapeutic learning, physical activity, social interaction, and emotional well-being in a safe,
welcoming, and inclusive environment. The project will also support continued growth of the City's Summer Day
Camp program, which serves approximately 50 children ages 5 to 7 at Edison School each summer, while
creating new opportunities for future recreation programming and community partnerships. By improving
accessibility throughout the park, the project will ensure that residents and visitors of all ages and abilities can
participate more fully in recreation opportunities and community life. Environmental benefits include the
addition of native trees that will provide shade, improve aesthetics, increase the urban tree canopy, help
manage stormwater runoff, and contribute to carbon reduction. The installation of recycling receptacles and a
drinking fountain with a bottle filler will encourage sustainable practices and reduce waste. Together, these
improvements will create a more resilient public space that promotes environmental stewardship while
reducing long-term maintenance needs. Oakland County's investment will create lasting community benefits by
increasing participation in recreation, expanding community programming, improving accessibility and inclusion,
supporting healthier lifestyles, strengthening partnerships with Edison School, and enhancing the overall quality
of life for Ferndale residents and visitors from communities throughout Oakland County.
Acknowledgement
This is a partial reimbursement program. The community will receive fifty percent (50%) of the grant
amount when the grant agreement is executed. The community can submit quarterly requests for
additional funds throughout the grant period . F i n a l p a y m e n t o f t h e r e m a i n i n g g r a n t f u n d s w i l l b e
r e l e a s e d u p on the County’s approval of the grantee’s final report and satisfactory project completion as
defined by the County.
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☐ Please check here to acknowledge that this is a reimbursement grant and that a final report will be
required to release the final grant funds.
Submission
Send completed forms and attachments to the email below. If your file size is too large to email, reach
out for file -sharing options . Please call with any questions.
Contact Information:
Simon Rivers
Chief of Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives
(248) 421-9033
riverss@oakgov.com
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 3
Department: Development & Engineering
From: Julie O’Brien, Project Manager
Subject: Groveland Oaks Restroom Improvements
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Move to approve expenditure not to exceed $2,544,870 to complete construction & renovation of
two restrooms.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
1.Summary
The Pines and Section A campground restrooms were constructed in 1974, and last renovated
in 1988. These facilities are now in need of major renovation to improve accessibility,
efficiency, and guest experience. The campground is served by three restroom facilities; with
Section C restroom having been renovated in 2017. The Section A and Pines Restroom
Renovation Project will modernize the two remaining campground restroom facilities by
improving accessibility, expanding family restroom accommodations, and replacing aging
infrastructure.
The project directly responds to the community priorities identified in the 2024 campground
survey, which ranked restroom improvements, flush toilets, and hot showers among the
highest desired investments. Improvements to the Pines Restroom well and boiler will also
support the campground’s only laundry facility, while the improvements and the addition of a
4-season restroom at Section A will better serve group camping, events, park staff, and
expand the park’s ability to serve off-season day-use patrons or the nearby Holly Oaks ORV
guest throughout the year.
The renovations advance Oakland County Parks' commitment to equitable access by creating
facilities that are more inclusive, comfortable, and functional for visitors of all ages and
abilities. Upon completion, this project will help complete the final major deferred maintenance
restroom renovation identified in the 2020 Groveland Oaks Campground Improvement Plan,
bringing all three campground restroom buildings up to a modern standard.
2. Scope
Add one (1) family restroom at the Pines restroom, along with parking improvements and an
accessible pathway. Renovate the existing Section A restroom to comply with current ADA
regulations and add two (2) four-season family restrooms. Replace hardware fixtures
throughout both restrooms to improve durability and standardize fixtures across campground
facilities.
During design development, additional infrastructure and site improvements were identified
as necessary to support the restroom renovations. These include replacement of the wells
serving the Section A and the Pines Section, replacement of the existing boiler at the Pines
RETURN TO AGENDA
Restroom, replacement of the existing fence at the Pines Restroom, selective tree removal,
and restoration of disturbed landscape areas following construction.
a. Construction Schedule:
i. Groveland Oaks: Start October 5th 2026, completion April 30th, 2027
1. minimal impact on campground operations and patrons, work will
not impact guests or close campground.
3. Project Budget
CIP Funding Available:
FY2026 $138,000
FY 2027 $1,750,000
Total Funding: $1,888,000
Project Costs:
Design & Engineering $126,250
Construction Award $1,976,551
Owner Improvements Allowance $135,000
10% Owner Contingency $197,655
Total Cost: $2,435,456
Additional funding of $547,456 is available within the approved FY26 Capital Improvement
Program.
The increase is primarily attributed to infrastructure and site improvements identified during
design development that are necessary to support the restroom renovations, together with the
complexity of extending four-season utilities to facilities that have historically operated on a
seasonal basis.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Attachment A – Project Map, Existing Photos, & Proposed Plans
2. Attachment B – Planning Review
GROVELAND OAKS CAMPGROUND RESTROOM RENOVATION
EXISTING PHOTOS
Section A Restroom
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EXISTING PHOTOS
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EXISTING PHOTOS
GROVELAND OAKS CAMPGROUND RESTROOM RENOVATION
EXISTING PHOTOS
PINES RESTROOM
GROVELAND OAKS CAMPGROUND RESTROOM RENOVATION
EXISTING PHOTOS
GROVELAND OAKS CAMPGROUND RESTROOM RENOVATION
PROPOSED PLANS
Section A Restroom
New 4-season
structure with
two (2) family
restrooms
New mechanical
room to support
4-season
equipment
Covered seating areas
with landscape
Existing Structure:
Renovated seasonal
restroom
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PROPOSED PLANS
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PROPOSED PLANS
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PROPOSED PLANS
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PROPOSED PLANS
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PROPOSED PLANS
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PROPOSED PLANS
Pines Restroom Addition
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 4
Department: Development & Engineering
From: Julie O’Brien, Project Manger
Subject: Restroom Installations – Glen Oaks Golf Course & Orion Oaks
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Move to approve project expenditure not to exceed $1,590,000 for Restroom Installations at
Glen Oaks Golf Couse & Orion Oaks.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
1.Summary
Oakland County Parks has historically relied on portable toilets at park locations where utility
connections are not readily available. While these provide a facility for use, they do not provide
a high level of customer service or accessibility. Standalone restroom units that function like
a typical restroom provide a higher level of guest experience and accessibility.
Six sites with existing portable toilets were surveyed and analyzed based on park attendance,
annual budget and maintenance operation, proximity to utilities, and regulatory factors. Staff
found that the sites at Highland Oaks, Rose Oaks, and the Southern portion of Orion Oaks
were a lower priority and could be phased at a later date.
Vault (Pit) toilets located in the vicinity of the 8th and 13th tees at Glen Oaks Golf Course were
constructed in 1997. These facilities have deferred maintenance and require removal and
replacement. Combining the Glen Oaks & Orion Oaks restroom projects offers minimal cost
savings for production/installation.
2. Scope
Glen Oaks: Replace existing vault toilets located in the vicinity of the 8th and 13th tees.
Remove the existing restroom structures and vaults, and replace both with new sealed vault
restrooms. Repair cart path used for construction access as needed.
Orion Oaks: Replace the portable toilet at the Clarkston Rd trailhead parking lot with a four-
season traditional restroom. Pave two ADA parking stalls in the existing gravel parking lot,
and create an accessible pathway to the new restroom. This location is recommended by staff
due to attendance, its proximity to utility connections, and the park’s maintenance area for
ease of operation.
RETURN TO AGENDA
3. Project Budget
Project Budget
FY 2026 Funding Available:
GLG – Golf Course Pit Toilet Replacement DBID 3157 $460,000
ORN – Restrooms Installation DBID 3179 $690,000
HGH –Restroom Installation DBID 3162 $230,000
RSE – Restrooms Installation DBID 3164 $460,000
Total Funding: $1,840,000
Project Costs
Glen Oaks Golf Course – 8th
th
ATTACHMENTS
1. Attachment A – Glen Oaks Park Map & Existing Photos
2. Attachment B – Glen Oaks Proposed Plan
3. Attachment C – Orion Oaks Park Map & Existing Photos
4. Attachment D – Orion Oaks Proposed Plan
PROJECT REVIEW
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Project Identification
Budget Center: GRV
Department: PR Groveland
Program: General Operations
Project Name: Groveland Oaks Campground
Restroom Renovation Design
Project ID: 3160
Project Review Coordination
Date Created: 8/15/2025
Update Date: 9/23/2025
Coordinated by: Jess Whatley
Project Manager: Julie O’Brien
Asset Management Plan Status
Fiscal
Year
Budget
Type
ID Budget Amount Approval Status
FY2026 CIP 3160 $138,000 (Design) Parks Commission: Sept 2025
FY2027 CIP 3300 $1,750,000 (Construction) Parks Commission: Aug 2026
Asset History
Comple-
tion
Year
Budget
Type
ID PRJ Project
Cost
Scope
Section A Restroom Building
1982 CIP 20-1982 PHAS 315,047 GRV Phase II (Section A &
1988 CIP 1371 31,006 Section A Restroom Renovation
2015 CIP 1374 2148 16,376 Section A Restroom Roof Replacement
Section C Restroom Building
1984 CIP 20-1984 PHAS 388,371 GRV Phase III (Section C)
1989 CIP 20-1989 PHAS 272,186 GRV Phase III (Section C)
2015 CIP 1373 1751 590,190 Section C Restroom Reconstruction
Pines Restroom Building
1988 CIP 1370 7,249 Pines Restroom Renovation
2003 CIP 1372 302,959 Pines Restroom Laundromat
Concession Building Restrooms
1990 CIP 1361 653,351 Concession Building Construction
2019 CIP 36 12883 34,710 Concession Water Heater Replacement
2019 CIP 1309 2745 17,245 Concession Restroom Improvements
Project Description
Project Need
Groveland Oaks has four permanent buildings with restrooms. The three campground restroom buildings,
Section A, Section C and Pines were constructed with campground development in the 1980s. Section A was
renovated in 1988. Section C was renovated in 2015 with family restrooms added and accessibility
improvements made. Section A and Pines are long overdue for a major renovation to improve accessibility and
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customer service. The Concession Building restrooms have received minor updates over the years and should
also be evaluated for the need for further accessibility and customer service improvements. The campground
survey conducted in 2024 indicates that the restroom improvements and the provision of flush toilets and hot
showers was a high priority for campground users.
There is also the anticipated need for year round Section A Restroom access in the case that Holly Oaks ORV
Park on the opposite side of Dixie Highway expands its operations and season of operation resulting in
expansion of the camping season at Groveland Oaks.
Bu
i
l
d
i
n
g
Campground
Section A
Restroom
1988
No
Section C
Restroom
GROBLD032
1972/
2010
septic
4 0 Yes Infant 2 showers, 1 with
grab bars and no
septic
2 2 Yes Infant 2 showers, 1 has
grab bars and no
septic
1 0 Yes Infant 1 shower with grab
bars and no
septic
1 0 Yes Infant 1 shower with grab
bars and no
Restroom
GROBLD029
1974/
1988
Building
GROBLD012
1989 Women Public Flushable on
septic
4 0 Yes Infant 2 showers
Men Public Flushable on
septic
3 2 Yes No 2 showers
Project Scope
Evaluate the four permanent restroom buildings to plan and design improvements that will provide accessibility
and improved customer service. Note that number of restroom fixtures must not be increased under current
groundwater discharge permit.
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Section A Restroom Building: Plan for full renovation of this building. Convert to 4-season facility due to
proximity to Contact Station and potential future year round use by campers associated with the Holly Oaks ORV
Park. Ensure accessible routes are available from parking and other connected amenities. Create accessible
toilet stalls and shower stalls, including universal changing tables (UCT). Evaluate capacity to create family
restrooms.
Section C Restroom Building: This building, renovated in 2010, will serve as a model for renovations to other
buildings. Evaluate is this building still meets customer service needs and accessibility standards or if in need of
further updates.
Pines Restroom Building: Plan for full renovation of this building. Ensure accessible routes are available from
parking and other connected amenities. Create accessible toilet stalls and shower stalls, including universal
changing tables (UCT). Evaluate capacity to create family restrooms. Evaluate accessibility of laundry facility.
Concession Restrooms: Evaluate condition and need for accessibility and customer service improvements.
Project Standards
See Appendix A – Groveland Oaks – Section C Restroom Review and Recommendations Section A and Pines
Restrooms
Community Engagement and Need
See Appendix B – 2024 Campground Survey Summary – Groveland Oaks Restrooms
Opportunities for Additional Investment
Additional investment to ensure connectivity of the accessible restrooms with surrounding accessible amenities
is recommended.
Long Term Vision
This project reflects Oakland County Parks’ core value of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by increasing access to
members of the community who may not otherwise be able to participate. By providing fully accessible
restrooms and a UCT, the entire area opens up to people with disabilities to come, enjoy the different amenities
and stay as long as they desire without worry about where to take care of their basic human needs. Providing
these spaces allows people with disabilities to utilize and enjoy the park with dignity and respect. Using the
principles of Universal Accessibility, the entire area will be usable by people with and without disabilities,
affording them the same experiences in the same spaces.
As a park system, continuing to look at spaces in their entirety instead of individual amenity updates will provide
a richer and fuller experience for those with and without disabilities. Oakland County Parks can become a leader
in accessible park spaces by thinking wholistically about spaces and connectivity and creating spaces where
people can confidently come, enjoy and stay.
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Project Maps
Figure 1. Location of buildings with restrooms at Groveland Oaks
Project Notes
8/25/2025: Update scopes with accessibility related input from Jess Whatley.
9/13/2025: Updated by DF. Existing conditions and scope details, map and photos.
9/23/2025: Updated by DF. Completion of appendices.
Appendices
Appendix A. Accessibility Brief
Appendix B. Campground Survey Summary
Appendix C. Asset Photos – Section A Restroom Building
Appendix D. Floor Plan – Section A Restroom Building
Appendix E. Asset photos – Section C Restroom Building
Appendix F. Asset photos – Pines Restroom Building
Appendix G. Floor Plan – Pines Restroom Building
Appendix H. Asset photos – Concession Building Restrooms
Appendix A. ACCESSIBILITY BRIEF
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Contents
Location ......................................................................................................................................................... 1
Description .................................................................................................................................................... 1
Recommendation Summary .......................................................................................................................... 1
Recommendation Detail ................................................................................................................................ 2
Supporting Standards and Guidelines ........................................................................................................... 3
An assessment of Section C restrooms was performed to inform the updates to Section A and the Pines
restrooms.
The Section C restroom was updated in 2015 and significantly increased the accessibility of that facility.
The Section A and Pines restrooms are scheduled to be updated in FY 2026. This is a review of the
updates made in 2015 to Section C to see if any recommendations could be made to create a model for
the new updates which would further increase accessibility. Relevant accessibility standards are also
attached for reference.
The restroom updates to Section C in 2015 did create a more accessible facility for guests. The accessible
shower stalls have continuous surface, little slope and provide benches and grab bars in accordance with
ADA Accessibility Standards. Some notes to consider when planning the updates for Section A and Pines
Restrooms include:
• Ensure accessible routes between all accessible amenities, including parking, restroom stalls,
shower stalls, drinking fountain and changing table.
• Curb ramps as part of an accessible route should have detectable warnings, a 36” landing at the
top and bottom of the ramp and vertical rise to access should not exceed ½”
• An accessible parking space should be available in each parking area with accessible entrance. If
not an accessible entrance, signage indicating where the accessible entrance is should be clearly
posted.
• Ensure clear floor space around all amenities within and around the facility, including accessible
restroom stalls, accessible shower stalls, accessible sink, changing table, drinking fountain,
garbage bin, laundry facilities, etc.
• Ensure reach ranges for operable parts are appropriate for their use, including toilet paper and
paper towel dispensers, hand dryer, faucets, shower controls, removable shower head (if
applicable), towel hook in shower stall and any other operable part.
• If slope of an accessible route exceeds 5% and rise exceeds 6”, must provide a ramp in
compliance with accessibility standards, including landing and railing.
• Ensure interior doors are set to require less than the maximum allowable force to open in
accordance with appropriate standards and adequate maneuvering areas are provided. Note,
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where interior door exceeds force limit and requires pull operation, guests can (and have)
become trapped inside.
and reach
ranges
parts and with clear ground space. No
tight grasping or twisting required and
should be operable with one hand. Reach
ranges include: outlets, paper towel and
toilet paper dispensers, faucet, shower
ground
space be provided for forward or parallel
approach and include knee and toe space.
This includes trash cans, sinks, changing
• For knee and toe
clearance, see ADA 306
ADA 306
surface elevation or have gaps greater than ½” top half beveled)
• any gaps should allow
• 40” max over sink
accessible. Parking and access aisle
surface shall be firm, stable and slip
resistant with no rises above ½” beveled
and connected to accessible route.
Minimum quantity of parking spaces are
required per parking facility / entrance
• 13’ wide min (8’+5’)
• firm, stable surface
• connected to access
route
• Distributed between
parking facilities
ADA 302
ADA 208
Route restroom buildings, as well as between
the building and accessible parking
spaces.
• Running slope < 5%
• Level changes < ½” (with
top half beveled)
• Surface firm, level, slip
resistant
width. Clear ground space around the
approach to the door depends on the
door open to 90 degrees)
• Use maneuvering
Appendix A. ACCESSIBILITY BRIEF
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Where more than one parking facility is provided on a site, the number of accessible spaces provided on
the site shall be calculated according to the number of spaces required for each parking facility.
• Must be firm, stable and slip-resistant, as defined below:
Surface permit safe ambulation
• No openings over ½” wide- where there are openings, should run perpendicular to dominant
direction of travel
• Any change in height greater than ½ inch must be ramped.
• Changes in level of ¼ inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be
permitted to be vertical.
• Changes in level between ¼ inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and ½
inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not
steeper than 1:2.
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The turning space shall be:
• Circular space with a 60 inch diameter
• T-shaped space within a 60 inch square minimum, with each
arm of the T at least 36” wide (as pictured)
• Door swing can overlap turning spaces
• The clear floor or ground space shall be 30 inches minimum
by 48 inches minimum and may include knee and toe
clearance (unless otherwise noted)
• Unless otherwise specified, clear floor or ground space shall
be positioned for either forward or parallel approach to an element (as pictured)
Toe clearance should be:
• Space under an element between the ground and 9” above the
ground
• Minimum depth of 17” and maximum depth of 25”
• Minimum width of 30”
Knee clearance should be:
• Space under an element between the 9” and 27” above
the ground
• Minimum depth of 11” at 9” height and 8” deep at a
height of 27” above the ground (minimum decreases by
1” for every 6 inches additional height)
• Maximum depth of 25”
• Minimum width of 30”
• Any object with the lowest edge between 27” and 80” above the ground may protrude a
maximum of 4” from the wall into the circulation path (except handrails, which may extend 4 ½”
maximum)
• Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons shall overhang circulation paths 12 inches (305
mm) maximum when located 27 inches (685 mm) minimum and 80 inches (2030 mm) maximum
above the finish floor or ground.
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• Where a sign or other obstruction is mounted between posts or pylons and the clear distance
between the posts or pylons is greater than 12 inches, the lowest edge of such sign or
obstruction shall be 27 inches (685 mm) maximum or 80 inches minimum above the finish floor
or ground.
Note: These reach ranges fall outside of the specs listed above:
• Shelves in restrooms shall be between 40”- 48” above the floor (ADA 603)
• Door handles shall be between 34”-48” above the floor (ADA 404)
An operable part is: “A component of an element used to insert or withdraw objects, or to activate,
deactivate, or adjust the element.” Operable parts shall be:
• Provided with a clear floor or ground space as identified in 305 above
• Within reach ranges identified in 308 above (except door hardware which should be between
34”-48”)
Unobstructed Forward Reach
Obstructed High Forward Reach
Unobstructed Side Reach
Obstructed High Side Reach
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• Operable with one hand and not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist
• Activated with a force of 5 pounds or less
Required in the following locations:
• Within the site from accessible parking and loading zones to the accessible building or facility
entrance they serve
• Between accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements and accessible spaces that
are on the same site
• Between accessible building or facility entrances with all accessible spaces and elements within
the building or facility which are otherwise connected by a circulation path
• Coincide with or in the same general area as the general circulation path
Consists of one or more of the following components: Walking surfaces with running slope 5% or less,
Doorways, Ramps, Curb ramps (excluding flared sides)
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• 36” wide (can reduce to 32” width for no more than 24” with at least 48” between narrow
segments)
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• Clear floor or ground as indicated
in 302
• Running slope no steeper than
1:20 (5%) with cross slope of no
more than 1:48 (2%), except on
ramps which must comply with
405
• Door style - No turnstiles or revolving doors / gates
• Clear width - Door openings at least 32” wide (measured with door open to 90 degrees)
• Door closing
o Door closers and doorstops must be at least 78” above the ground.
o With door closers, from 90 degree open position, should take at least five seconds to
close to 12 degrees
o With spring hinges, from 70 degree open position, should take at least 1.5 seconds to
close
• Hardware - Operable parts of door hardware must be between 34”-48” from the ground
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• Thresholds - must be > ½” (or > ¾” with beveled edge on each side for existing or altered
thresholds)
• Opening force
o Fire doors- minimum opening force allowable by appropriate administrative authority
o Interior hinge doors – 5 lbs max
o The maximum force pertains to the continuous application of force necessary to fully
open a door, not the initial force needed to overcome the inertia of the door. It does not
apply to the force required to retract bolts or to disengage other devices used to keep
the door in a closed position.
• Maneuvering clearances at doorways must extend the full width of the doorway and the required
clearance listed below:
(+ 12” if closer
(+ 6” if
closer and latch are
(beyond hinge
side)
(+ 6” if
(+ 6” if
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• 8’ wide space with 5’ access aisle minimum (should be 11’ wide space wherever possible for van
access)
• Marked to define width
• Access aisle attached to access route, can be shared between two accessible spaces, must be at
least 5’ wide, extend the full length of the parking spaces they serve and marked to discourage
parking in them
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• Slope of entire surface is less than 2% in any direction. Should more slope be needed for drainage
of natural materials, should not exceed 5%
• Accessible parking signs shall be 5’ minimum above the ground. International Symbol of
Accessibility should not be used to identify accessible parking unless the parking is completely
compliant with ADA Accessibility Standards.
2024 Campground Survey Summary –
Groveland Oaks Restrooms
In February 2024, Oakland County Parks (OCP) administered a public survey to evaluate community needs and priorities for campgrounds at Groveland and Addison Oaks.
The 2023 Oakland County Parks and Recreation Master Plan considered improvements to dog parks are that will increase a sense of safety, reduce maintenance needs, and improve customer service and the
quality of the dog park experience. Oakland County Parks sought input from the public that will help guide improvements of the dog parks as up-to-date facilities that meet the needs of Oakland County
residents.
Public engagement focused on dog park amenities, features, and opportunities for improvement. The most recent Oakland County Parks survey that focused exclusively on dog parks was administered in
2016.
The 2023 Oakland County Parks and Recreation Master Plan considered campground facility improvements (including camping areas and cabins) as a high priority for investment. Groveland
Oaks facility priorities included plans for updates to restrooms, including Pines and Section A restrooms. Additionally, providing access to restrooms (and phasing out portable toilets) was
incorporated in Goal 2 of the Rec Plan (Operate Clean, Safe, and Welcoming Parks).
While the campground public engagement focused on all camping amenities, facilities, and programming, this summary will focus on respondent's priorities for Groveland Oaks restrooms.
Survey Overview
•30 questions
•3 questions relevant to
Groveland restrooms
•Rate: facilities,
customer service,
and facility
improvements at
Groveland
Respondents Overview
•46% of respondents from Oakland County
•Most common demographics: white,
between the ages of 35 and 75, HH of 1-2
people
•Underrepresented:
•Under 35 years old
•Low-income residents
•Racial/ethnic minorities
Groveland Facility Improvements
•Restroom improvements was the 2nd most common
proposed improvement to Groveland Oaks (behind
additional full hookup sites).
•Family restrooms was the 2nd least common proposed
improvement to Groveland Oaks (behind new cabins)
•New cabins with sink and restroom was the 4th least
common proposed improvement to Groveland Oaks.
Importance of Overall Campground Facilities
•Flush toilets and hot showers were the 2nd and 3rd most important
facility element when deciding where to camp (behind dump stations).
•Flush toilets: 2.5/3 importance rating
•Hot showers: 2.4/3 importance rating
•60% of responses indicated both flush toilets and hot showers as very
important
•86% of responses indicated flush toilets were either very or somewhat
important
•85% of responses indicated hot showers were either very or
somewhat important
Importance of Customer Service
•Cleanliness of facilities and facility condition were the top two
most important customer service elements when deciding where
to camp
•Cleanliness of facilities: 3/3 importance rating
•Facility condition: 2.9/3 importance rating
•100% of responses indicated both cleanliness of facilities and
facility condition as either very or somewhat important
•95% of responses indicated cleanliness of facilities were very
important
•93% of responses indicated facility condition was very important
Open Comments
•Opportunities for open
comments were provided
throughout the survey
•At least 12 comments
referred to restrooms
•Survey respondents made the
following open comments:
•Add restrooms with
showers
•Add restrooms near group
campsites (3)
•Restrooms too dirty, cold,
etc. (2)
•Restrooms too far from
campsites
•Add more restrooms (2)
•Add family restrooms (2)
•Improve restrooms
Appendix C. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Section A Restroom Building GROBLD031 Page 1 of 2
Update: September 23, 2025
Appendix C. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Section A Restroom Building GROBLD031 Page 2 of 2
Update: September 23, 2025
Appendix D. Floor Plan GRV Section A Restroom Building
Appendix E. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Section C Restroom Building GROBLD032 Page 1 of 3
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Appendix E. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Section C Restroom Building GROBLD032 Page 2 of 3
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Appendix E. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Section C Restroom Building GROBLD032 Page 3 of 3
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Appendix F. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Pines Restroom Building GROBLD029 Page 1 of 2
Update: September 23, 2025
Appendix F. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Pines Restroom Building GROBLD029 Page 2 of 2
Update: September 23, 2025
Appendix G. Floor Plan GRV Pines Restroom Building
Appendix H. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Concession Building Restrooms GROBLD012 Page 1 of 2
Update: September 23, 2025
Appendix H. ASSET PHOTOS
Groveland Oaks Concession Building Restrooms GROBLD012 Page 2 of 2
Update: September 23, 2025
Glen Oaks Golf Course Vault Restroom Replacement
Proposed Replacement
Existing to Remain
Glen Oaks Golf Course Vault Restroom Replacement
Glen Oaks Golf Course Vault Restroom Replacement
Glen Oaks Golf Course Vault Restroom Replacement
Glen Oaks Golf Course Vault Restroom Replacement
Floorplan
Glen Oaks Golf Course Vault Restroom Replacement
Elevations
Glen Oaks Golf Course Vault Restroom Replacement
Example Images
Orion Oaks Restroom Installation
Proposed Restroom
Existing Restroom or portable toilet to remain
Orion Oaks Restroom Installation
Orion Oaks Restroom Installation
Proposed Restroom
Existing Restroom or portable toilet to remain
Orion Oaks Restroom Installation
Orion Oaks Restroom Installation
Site Plan
Orion Oaks Restroom Installation
Floorplan
Orion Oaks Restroom Installation
Elevations
Orion Oaks Restroom Installation
Example Images
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 5
Department: Development & Engineering
From: Zach Crane, Supervisor
Subject: Golf Course Irrigation System Improvements – Springfield & Lyon Oaks
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Move to approve expenditure for the Lyon Oaks and Springfield Oaks Golf Course Irrigation
Replacement project in the not to exceed amount of $1,476,650.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
SUMMARY
Springfield Oaks Golf Course
The golf course irrigation system at Springfield Oaks golf course is more than 30 years old. The
need for replacement has been identified since FY 2010 based on lifecycle as well as the
frequency of need for repair and maintenance. Replacement began as a phased approach back
in 2014. This final phase will complete the final replacement phase of the irrigation system.
The following projects have been completed as part of this phased approach:
•FY2014: Upgrades to the mainline pipe, isolation valves and software/hardware
•FY2018: Replacement of greens complex on holes #1-9
•FY2020: Replacement of greens complex on holes #10-18
Lyon Oaks Golf Course
A project was identified in FY26 to replace original course Irrigation central controls and satellites
for the golf course irrigation system.
Golf Course Cart path improvements were included as part of the Lyon Oaks GC infrastructure
improvements project funding, approved and completed in FY26.
SCOPE
Springfield Oaks – Complete the final phase of irrigation replacements
Golf Course Holes #1-18
a.Tee box, fairway and approach piping replacement.
b.Install all new control wires from satellite to sprinkler head
c.Address existing satellite capacity for individual head control
d.Add additional gate valves to isolate system into smaller zones for repair
Lyon Oaks – Remove all existing golf course irrigation system satellites, install new satellite and
grounding. Reconnect existing power and wiring.
Construction Schedule:
a.Lyon Oaks: October 2026 (4 weeks)
RETURN TO AGENDA
b. Springfield Oaks: Start August 2027, completion April 1st, 2028
• minimal impact on golf course operations and patrons, work will not impact play or
close course.
PROJECT BUDGET
Funding
Available:
CIP Budget : Project Title:
FY26 CIP
Project DBID 3174 LYP GC Infrastructure
$628,000
FY25 CIP
Project DBID SPG GC Irrigation System
$300,000
FY26 CIP
Project DBID 99,3301,3183 SPR Golf Couse Infrastructure
$1,000,500
1,933,000
Project Costs:
GC Irrigation Design Annual Contract – M. Kuhn & Associates $30,000
GC Irrigation Construction Award Construction Bid – Thielen Turf Irrigation Inc $1,376,650
5% Owner Contingency $70,000
$1,476,650
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Oakland Couny Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda # : 6
Department: Park Operations
From: Thomas Hughes, Chief of Park Operations and Maintenance – North District
Subject: Bloomfield Oaks/Discovery Oaks Capital Equipment Purchase
MOTION
Move to approve the requested amendments to the FY2026 Capital Equipment Budget.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
Staff are requesting approval to amend the FY2026 Capital Equipment Budget to allow for the
purchase of seven (7) pieces of equipment for Bloomfield Oaks and Discovery Oaks. The
requested amendment is necessary due to uncertainty regarding the ownership of the existing
equipment currently located at Bloomfield Oaks and Discovery Oaks. It was originally anticipated
that all equipment would be transferred to Oakland County Parks as part of the transition from
Bloomfield Hills Schools, however, this transfer has not yet been confirmed by the school district's
administration.
The equipment identified in this request is essential to the continued operation and maintenance
of both park properties. Staff will only proceed with the purchase of the equipment if ownership of
the existing equipment is not transferred to Oakland County Parks. An updated FY2026 Capital
Equipment Budget with equipment requests highlighted is provided. The total amount for the
requested equipment is $205,000, with the purchases funded from the FY2026 Capital Equipment
budget remaining balance. The FY2026 Capital Equipment Budget will remain unchanged at
$4,500,000.
Requested Equipment:
Discovery Oaks
1.Tractor with Front End Loader – Main tractor for farm operations. Budget Amount: $50,000
2.(2) Medium Duty Utility Vehicles - Grounds maintenance for park operation. Budget
Amount: $25,000 ea.
3.Zero Turn Mower – Maintaining lawns and grounds throughout park
Budget Amount: $16,000
Bloomfield Oaks
1.Tractor with Front End Loader – Main tractor for park operations. Budget Amount: $50,000
2.Medium Duty Utility Vehicle - Grounds maintenance for park operation. Budget Amount:
$25,000
RETURN TO AGENDA
3. Light Duty Utility Vehicle - Grounds maintenance for park operation. Budget Amount:
$14,000
ATTACHMENTS
1. FY2026 Capital Equipment Budget with Proposed Equipment Highlighted
Park/Department Program Proposed Equipment Type Actual Amount
Addison Oaks ADD710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 11,949.05$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 11,949.05$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Rokon Trail Grooming Motor Bike Grounds Equipment 13,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Attachment for Bobcat - Brushcat Rotary Cutter Mower 7,197.20$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Attachment for Bobcat - Articulating Cutting Head Mower 16,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Z-Turn Mower Mower 14,243.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,574.42$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Tractor Tractor 82,529.79$
Addison Oaks ADD710 Adult Handcycle Adaptive Equipment 5,951.00$
Addison Oaks ADD710 3 Wheel Off Road Wheel Chair Adaptive Equipment 5,425.00$
Admin ADM000 6-person Shuttle Cart Utility Vehicle 17,238.00$
Bloomfield Oaks Tractor with Loader Tractor 50,000.00$
Bloomfield Oaks Medium Duty Utility Vehicle Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Bloomfield Oaks Light Duty Utility Vehicle Utility Vehicle 14,000.00$
Discovery Oaks Tractor with Loader Tractor 50,000.00$
Discovery Oaks Medium Duty Utility Vehicle Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Discovery Oaks Medium Duty Utility Vehicle Utility Vehicle 25,000.00$
Discovery Oaks Z-Turn Mower Mower 16,000.00$
Catalpa Oaks CAT700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 16,497.00$
Catalpa Oaks CAT700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 16,497.00$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Towable Generator Grounds Equipment 42,448.02$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Track Lift Grounds Equipment 161,358.00$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Equipment Trailer Trailer 8,750.00$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Fuel Trailer Trailer 26,150.00$
Facilities Maintenance FM700 Air Compressor Grounds Equipment 35,000.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Topdressor Grounds Equipment 23,423.40$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Aerifier Grounds Equipment 37,634.69$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Toolcat w Accessories Tractor 81,038.18$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Greens Mower Mower 44,626.14$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Greens Mower Mower 44,626.14$
OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS
FY2026 Capital Equipment
Glen Oaks GLG010 Greens Mower Mower 44,626.14$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Non-Vibratory Rollers Grounds Equipment 6,455.00$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Mower Accessories Grounds Equipment 10,884.92$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Surrounds Mower Mower 46,202.52$
Glen Oaks GLG010 Greens Brush Grounds Equipment 8,422.70$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Large Area Rough Mower Mower 89,776.44$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,492.66$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,492.66$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Loader with Backhoe Tractor 89,479.48$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Z-Turn Mower Mower 13,841.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,880.00$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 11,143.15$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 11,143.15$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,897.95$
Groveland Oaks GRV710 3 Wheel Off Road Wheel Chair Adaptive Equipment 5,425.00$
Holly Oaks HRV700 Bulldozer Tractor 217,089.62$
Holly Oaks HRV700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 32,774.93$
Holly Oaks HRV700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 29,303.93$
Holly Oaks HRV700 Fuel Cube Grounds Equipment 6,711.67$
Independence Oaks IND700 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,880.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,880.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 11,146.55$
Independence Oaks (orion)IND700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 11,146.55$
Independence Oaks IND700 Bobcat Toolcat Tractor 93,815.09$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 27,044.40$
Independence Oaks IND700 Sickle Bar Attachment 12,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 45,000.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 49,349.47$
Independence Oaks IND700 4x4 ATV Utility Vehicle 25,492.66$
Independence Oaks IND700 4x4 ATV Utility Vehicle 25,492.66$
Independence Oaks IND700 Deck Over Trailer Trailer 13,500.00$
Independence Oaks IND700 Rescue Boat Grounds Equipment 37,562.50$
Independence Oaks IND700 Brine Sprayer Grounds Equipment 9,995.58$
Independence Oaks IND700 3 Wheel Off Road Wheel Chair Adaptive Equipment 5,425.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,477.05$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,477.05$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,477.05$
Lyon Oaks LYP700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 14,421.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 14,421.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 14,421.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Greens Roller Grounds Equipment 27,998.75$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,022.18$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 38,386.14$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 14,421.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Fairway Mower Mower 85,648.72$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Surrounds Mower Mower 46,202.52$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Surrounds Mower Mower 46,202.52$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Aerifier Grounds Equipment 39,174.41$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Verticut Units Grounds Equipment 15,565.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Z-Turn Mower Mower 13,640.00$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Bunker Rake Grounds Equipment 28,682.94$
Lyon Oaks LYP010 Topdressor Grounds Equipment 23,926.41$
Natural Resources NR431 Track Loader Tractor 135,702.20$
Natural Resources NR431 Fecon Bullhead 74SS Mulcher Mower 40,300.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Water Quality Sensor (4)Grounds Equipment 53,155.08$
Natural Resources NR431 Mini Skid Brush Cutter Grounds Equipment 7,405.00$
Natural Resources NR431 4x4 Side by Side Utility Vehicle 26,794.19$
Natural Resources NR431 Heavy duty High Flow brush cutter Mower 16,600.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Skid Steer Grounds Equipment 68,668.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Dump Trailer Trailer 10,250.00$
Natural Resources NR431 Portable self driven tracked boom lift Grounds Equipment 140,343.00$
Orion Oaks ORN700 Fuel Tank Grounds Equipment 7,998.35$
Orion Oaks ORN700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 15,985.00$
Recreation REC020 Climbing Tower Recreation Equipment 40,335.00$
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 12,681.20$
Recreation REC020 Cargo Trailer Trailer 15,000.00$
Recreation REC020 Cargo Trailer Trailer 12,681.20$
Recreation REC020 Inflatable Obstacle Course Recreation Equipment 12,000.00$
Recreation REC020 Inflatable Obstacle Course Recreation Equipment 14,500.00$
Recreation REC020 MOBILE STAGE 2 Recreation Equipment 163,936.00$
Red Oaks RDP010 Sprayer Grounds Equipment 87,502.23$
Red Oaks RDP010 Surrounds Mower Mower 45,885.06$
Red Oaks RDP010 Triplex Roller Kit Grounds Equipment 10,000.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,769.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,769.00$
Red Oaks RDP700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 15,243.00$
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 Pool Vacuum Grounds Equipment 5,025.71$
Red Oaks RDP700 Ventrac Boom Mower Attachment Mower 20,135.28$
Rose Oaks RSE700 Ventrac w/ Attachments Tractor 84,665.68$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,796.68$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,796.68$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,796.68$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,796.68$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Agrimetal Greens Roller Grounds Equipment 17,664.66$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Towable Generator Grounds Equipment 42,448.02$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Greens Mower Mower 44,626.14$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Surrounds Mower Mower 46,413.12$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Bunker Rake Grounds Equipment 28,682.94$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Turbine Blower Grounds Equipment 11,022.18$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 29,976.69$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 29,976.69$
Springfield Oaks SPR010 Turfline Greens Care Grounds Equipment 18,515.00$
Springfield Oaks SPR700 Floor Cleaning Machine Building Equipment 8,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Toolcat Tractor 100,589.90$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Z-Turn Mower Mower 8,771.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 200 Gallon Electric Brine Sprayer Grounds Equipment 7,000.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,078.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 12,078.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Utility Vehicle - Medium Duty Utility Vehicle 25,093.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Bed Mounted Salt Spreader Grounds Equipment 20,741.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Angle Broom Attachment Grounds Equipment 7,416.32$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Flat Bed Trailer Trailer 7,115.00$
Waterford Oaks WTR700 Dump Trailer Trailer 11,215.00$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Heavy Duty Utility Vehicle 39,297.15$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 10,288.05$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 10,288.05$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Utility Vehicle 10,288.05$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Grounds Equipment 29,741.40$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Utility Vehicle - Light Duty Grounds Equipment 11,022.18$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Large Area Rough Mower Mower 93,555.54$
White Lake Oaks WLG010 Aerifier Grounds Equipment 37,737.46$
Total 4,464,599.64$
Budget 4,500,000.00$
Balance 35,400.36$
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 7
Department: Business Systems
From: Bill Singleton – Chief of Business & Information Systems
Subject: Amendment #1 to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of Oakland and
Bloomfield Hills Schools for Bowers Farm (Discovery Oaks)
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Move to approve Amendment #1 to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of Oakland and
Bloomfield Hills Schools for Bowers Farm (Discovery Oaks), and forward to the Oakland County
Board of Commissioners for approval.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
To support internet connectivity between Discovery Oaks and Bloomfield Oaks, Oakland County
Parks plans to install a single internet circuit terminating at Discovery Oaks. Connectivity between
the two sites will be established using existing Bloomfield Hills Schools-owned fiber infrastructure.
This approach allows Oakland County Parks to establish a single point of internet connectivity
while utilizing the existing robust inter-site fiber infrastructure to extend services to Bloomfield
Oaks while keeping both sites on the County network. The amendment is to memorialize the
agreed upon sharing of the BHS fiber network and establish service standards for potential
outages.
ATTACHMENTS
1.Amendment #1 to the Interlocal Agreement between the County of Oakland and Bloomfield
Hills Schools for Bowers Farm (Discovery Oaks)
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BOWERS FARM – AMENDMENT #1 - INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
AMENDMENT #1 TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE COUNTY OF OAKLAND
AND
BLOOMFIELD HILLS SCHOOLS
FOR BOWERS FARM (DISCOVERY OAKS)
This Amendment #1 is made between the County of Oakland, a Constitutional and Municipal
Corporation, located at 1200 North Telegraph, Pontiac, Michigan 48341 ("County"), by, through, and
administered by its statutory agent the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
(“OCPRC”) and Bloomfield Hills Schools, a Michigan general powers school district, located at 7273
Wing Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48301 (“BHS”). County/OCPRC and BHS may each
be referred to herein individually as a “Party” and jointly as the "Parties".
INTRODUCTION AND PURPOSE.
A.The Parties entered into an Interlocal Agreement on April 10, 2026 for OCPRC to operate,
manage, plan for, and maintain Discovery Oaks for conservation purposes and for public
recreation purposes, including, but not limited to, public recreation activities, pathways, trails,
and a parking lot for such purposes (“Original Agreement”). The Original Agreement and
Amendment #1 are collectively referred to as the “Agreement.”
B.During the Transition Period, the Parties determined that it would be mutually beneficial for
OCPRC to use BHS owned-fiber for operations at Discovery Oak and Bloomfield Oaks.
C.To allow OCPRC to use the fiber, the Parties enter into this Amendment #1.
D.The Parties agree to amend the Original Agreement as set forth below.
AMENDMENT.
1.The paragraphs in the “Introduction and Purpose” Section of this Amendment #1 are incorporated
into this Amendment #1.
2.BHS permits OCPRC to use BHS-owned fiber pursuant to Attachment A, which sets forth the duties,
obligations, and responsibilities of each Party. Attachment A is incorporated into this Amendment
#1. BHS and OCPRC shall comply with Attachment A.
3.Any and all defined words or phrases in the Original Agreement will apply equally to and throughout
this Amendment #1.
4.Any and all other terms and conditions set forth in the Original Agreement shall remain in full force
and effect and shall not be modified, excepted, diminished, or otherwise changed or altered by this
Amendment #1, except as expressly provided in this Amendment #1.
5.The Original Agreement and Amendment #1 represent the entire agreement and
understanding between the Parties regarding the maintenance, operation, and management of the
Discovery Oaks and Bloomfield Oaks.
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BOWERS FARM – AMENDMENT #1 - INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Bloomfield Hills Schools Superintendent has been authorized by a
resolution of Bloomfield Hills Schools’ Board of Education, to execute this Agreement.
EXECUTED:
By: ___________________________
Rick West
Its: Superintendent
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.
EXECUTED: DATE:
David T. Woodward, Chairperson
Oakland County Board of Commissioners
EXECUTED: DATE:
Ebony Bagley Chairperson
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission
7/29/2026
ATTACHMENT A
Bloomfield Hills Schools & Oakland County Parks Fiber
Usage for Discovery Oaks and Bloomfield Oaks
Overview
To support connectivity between Discovery Oaks and Bloomfield Oaks, Oakland County Parks
and Recreation Commission (“OCPRC”) will provision a single internet circuit terminating at
Discovery Oaks. Collectively Discovery Oaks and Bloomfield Oaks may be referred to as the
“Sites.”
Connectivity between the Sites will be extended using existing BHS-owned fiber infrastructure.
OCPRC will use the existing physical fiber pathway between the Sites to support network
transport between Sites.
Proposed Connectivity Model
AT&T Internet Circuit → Discovery Oaks → Oakland County Core Network Infrastructure →
BHS-Owned Fiber Backbone → Bloomfield Oaks
This approach allows OCPRC to establish a single point of internet connectivity while utilizing
the existing inter-site fiber infrastructure to extend services to Bloomfield Oaks.
Infrastructure Responsibilities
Bloomfield Hills Schools Responsibilities
Bloomfield Hills Schools responsibilities are limited to the physical fiber infrastructure
connecting both locations and the school district owned technology devices. BHS will provide
continued use of the existing BHS-owned fiber between the Sites.
These responsibilities include:
● Maintenance of the BHS-owned inter-site fiber pathway
● Repair of physical fiber faults within BHS-owned infrastructure
● Coordination of access when physical infrastructure work is required
● Device support for school devices and school technology installed in classroom 117
Bloomfield Hills Schools is not responsible for:
● Oakland County network equipment
ATTACHMENT A
● Internet service provider troubleshooting
● Routing or firewall support
● Switch or wireless support
● Endpoint support
● Telephony systems
● Security camera systems
● Access control systems
● Operational network troubleshooting unrelated to physical fiber infrastructure
Support for the shared fiber infrastructure will be provided on a reasonable operational support
basis consistent with district infrastructure support practices.
Oakland County Parks Responsibilities
Oakland County Parks will be fully responsible for:
● All active technology infrastructure at both locations
● Internet carrier/vendor management
● Network operations and troubleshooting
● Device support for County and Michigan State University Extension employees.
Oakland County Parks will not be responsible for Bloomfield Hill School devices or
technology installed in classroom 117. Reasonable efforts will be provided to assist
Bloomfield Schools staff.
● Telephony systems
● Physical security systems
● Incident response
● Monitoring and alerting
● Ongoing operational support for both facilities
ATTACHMENT A
Infrastructure Operational Expectations
Because OCPRC connectivity between the Sites relies on BHS-owned infrastructure, the
following operational expectations shall apply.
Planned Maintenance
BHS will make reasonable efforts to provide advance notice to OCPRC for planned maintenance
activities that may impact the infrastructure connectivity.
Where practical, notice will be provided no less than five (5) business days in advance,
including:
● anticipated maintenance window
● expected service impact
● estimated duration of disruption
Planned maintenance impacting shared infrastructure will be scheduled in a manner intended
to minimize operational disruption whenever reasonably possible.
Emergency Maintenance / Unplanned Outages
In the event of emergency maintenance, infrastructure failure, unplanned outage, or urgent
repair affecting infrastructure, BHS will make reasonable efforts to notify OPCRC as soon as
practical.
Advance notice may not be possible under emergency circumstances.
Service Level Expectations
BHS will respond and act within 48 hours of a reported outage. Time to repair will be
dependent on the extent of the repairs needed and contractor availability.
Support for BHS-owned infrastructure will be provided on a reasonable best-effort basis
consistent with BHS operational support practices.
Future Infrastructure Changes
BHS reserves the right to modify, replace, reroute, upgrade, or reconfigure BHS-owned
infrastructure as operational needs require.
Where such changes may materially impact OCPRC connectivity, BHS will provide reasonable
advance coordination and communication whenever practical.
ATTACHMENT A
Damage to Infrastructure
If BHS-owned infrastructure, including fiber cabling, termination hardware, patching
infrastructure, or associated pathways, is damaged as a result of actions of OCPRC or its
employees, contractors, vendors, or agents, BHS will coordinate repair or restoration efforts to
ensure consistency with BHS infrastructure standards; provided that OCPRC shall be financially
responsible for all costs associated with repair, replacement, contractor labor, materials,
restoration, and any related expenses resulting from such damage..
This damage includes direct physical damage, unauthorized modification, or damage resulting
from work performed by third parties acting on behalf of OCPRC.
OCPRC will make reasonable efforts to notify BHS as soon as practical upon discovery of any
actual or suspected damage.
Points of Contact
The Parties shall identify primary technical contacts for infrastructure communication, outage
coordination, and maintenance notifications.
BHS – Director of Technology Services
OCPRC – Chief of Business & Information Systems
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 8
Department: Administration
From: Chris Ward, Director
Subject: Conceptual Site Plan for Bloomfield Oaks
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Informational. No action is needed at this time.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
In March 2026, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission approved a long-term
interlocal agreement with Bloomfield Hills Schools for the Johnson Nature Center at Bloomfield
Oaks. The agreement was subsequently approved by the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners in April. Bloomfield Hills Schools retains ownership of the property, while Oakland
County Parks assumes responsibility for park operations, maintenance, staffing, programming,
natural resource stewardship, and capital improvements. The agreement has an initial 30-year
term with a 30-year renewal option, preserves continued educational use by Bloomfield Hills
Schools, and prohibits resident entry or parking fees.
The transition is currently in its operational bridge period. Oakland County Parks assumed
financial responsibility on July 1, 2026, while Bloomfield Hills Schools continues day-to-day
operations under a temporary services arrangement through September 30. During this period,
staff are transferring systems and responsibilities, completing inventories and technical reviews,
and developing the long-term planning and operating framework. Full Oakland County Parks
operations are scheduled to begin October 1, 2026.
At this meeting, Principal Planner Jon Noyes will present a conceptual site plan for Commission
information and feedback. The plan illustrates a possible long-term organization of the Nature
Center, outdoor classroom, nature play area, Fish Camp, sugar bush and Sugar Shack, pioneer
homestead, log cabin and barn, boathouse, pond access, trail network, and maintenance
functions. It also identifies existing structures and potential new or replacement structures. The
plan is conceptual only and does not authorize any project, funding, design, construction, program
change, or operating decision.
Commission feedback will inform the Integrated Park Plan now being developed for Bloomfield
Oaks. The Integrated Park Plan, including the agreement-required Park Action Plan, Capital
Improvement Plan, and Park Operations and Management Plan, will be presented for
Commission approval at the September meeting before the full operational transition.
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Nature
Play
Nature
Center
Outdoor
Classroom
Fish
Camp
Sugar
Bush
Maintenance
Yard
Boat
House
Log
Cabin
Log
Barn
Sugar
Shack
Pioneer
Homestead
Bloomfield Oaks
County Park
The Johnson Nature Center
atBloomfield Oaks County Park
0 100 N
Map - Key
Park Boundary
Waterbodies
Existing Structures
New or Replaced Structures
Park Fences (Material varies)
Hard Surface (Concrete/Asphalt)
Park Trails (Aggregate surface)
Conceptual Site Plan
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda Item Memo
Agenda #: 9
Department: Administration
From: Chris Ward, Director
Subject: Conceptual Site Plan for Discovery Oaks
RECOMMENDED MOTION
Informational. No action is needed at this time.
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY
In March 2026, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission approved a long-term
interlocal agreement with Bloomfield Hills Schools for Bowers Farm at Discovery Oaks. The
agreement was subsequently approved by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners in April.
Bloomfield Hills Schools retains ownership of the property, while Oakland County Parks assumes
responsibility for park operations, maintenance, staffing, programming, natural resource
stewardship, and capital improvements. The agreement has an initial 30-year term with a 30-year
renewal option, preserves continued educational use by Bloomfield Hills Schools, and includes
$1.5 million from the school district for stabilization of existing conditions and a minimum $1.5
million OCP capital investment within two years of full transition.
The transition is currently in its operational bridge period. Oakland County Parks assumed
financial responsibility on July 1, 2026, while Bloomfield Hills Schools continues day-to-day
operations under a temporary services arrangement through September 30. During this period,
staff transfer systems and responsibilities, completing inventories and technical reviews, and
developing the long-term planning and operating framework. Full Oakland County Parks
operations are scheduled to begin October 1, 2026.
At this meeting, Principal Planner Jon Noyes will present a conceptual site plan for Commission
information and feedback. The plan illustrates possible long-term organization of the working
farm, community access areas, educational and agricultural facilities, gardens, pastures, event
areas, trails, support functions, and potential future improvements. It is a planning concept only
and does not authorize any project, funding, design, or construction.
Commission feedback will inform the Integrated Park Plan now being developed for Discovery
Oaks. The Integrated Park Plan, including the agreement-required Park Action Plan, Capital
Improvement Plan, and Park Operations and Management Plan, will be presented for
Commission approval at the September meeting before the full operational transition.
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SILO
CLIMB
B OWERS ’ F ARM
ISCOVERY AKS OUNTY ARK
ARENA AND STABLES
HERITAGE SHADE GARDEN
SUNSET
VIEW
B OWERS ’ F ARM FLATS
BUN-BUN
SLIDE EMPLOYEE
PARKING
ISLAND
FORT
NOMAD’S
KEEP
MANAGED
CENTERLINE
BOTTOM’S EDGE
NORTHWEST
COMMUNITY PARKING
IRRIGATION
POND
SOUTH
IRRIGATION
POND
(PRIVATE RESIDENCE)
COMMUNITY PATH
SMALL RUN
BABY RUN
NORTH
EXERCISE
RING
SOUTHWEST
BLUE-SKY
(EVENT PARKING)
DOG-LEG
WOODSIDE
HAWK’S VIEW
(EVENT PARKING)
HILLVIEW
0 100’N
FRUIT TREE ORCHARD
EVERGREEN PLANTATION
WATERBODIES
SYNTHETIC SURFACE SLIDE FEATURES
HARDWOOD PLANTATION
TRELLIS ARBORS
WETLANDS
SHRUB PLANTATION
RIDING ARENA SURFACE
STEPS (NOT TO SCALE)
PARK BOUNDARY
FARM ESTATE – MANAGED ACCESS
FARM FENCING
HARDSCAPE (CONCRETE OR ASPHALT)
FARM ROADS/TRAILS
PARK ROADS/TRAILS
FENCED PADDOCK
COMMUNITY ACCESS AREA
PROPOSED STRUCTURES
EXISTING STRUCTURES
2800 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328
248-858-0906 OaklandCountyParks.com
Memo
To: Parks and Recreation Commission
Chris Ward
July 31, 2026
Director’s Report
Renovations are expected to be complete in early fall of 2026, with soft park opening late fall of 2026.
Park Grand opening/Ribbon cutting ceremony will take place in 2027. Newly installed recreation fields
may stay closed until spring of 2027 to allow turf to establish and grow. Construction schedule updates
will continue to be communicated through the website for patrons/residents as we move closer to
reopening of the park.
Improvements will include:
•Parking lot
•Additional picnic shelters
•Additional site amenities (picnic tables, swing bench)
•Improved accessible pathways
•Playground expansion
•Fitness Equipment
•Landscape/Tree Installation
Construction continues at Red Oaks County Park, with an anticipated park grand opening/ribbon cutting
ceremony to take place this fall. Red Oaks County Park will contain the McGillivray Play Garden, which will
feature intergenerational amenities and honor the life and legacy of former Oakland County
Commissioner, and Parks Commission Chair, Gary R. McGillivray. Construction schedule updates will
continue to be communicated through the website for patrons/residents as we move closer to reopening
of the park.
Improvements will include:
•A newly configured parking lot
•New playground
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• Hammocks and seating area
• Sledding hill improvements
• Restroom building with attached shade structure and porch swings
Parks Graphic Artists and won awards for the 2026
Graphic Design USA’s INHOUSE Design contest. Garrett won for the Oakland County
Parks 60th Anniversary Campaign, and Andrea won for the Oakland County Parks
Campground Campaign.
More than 4,000 entries were submitted. Only the top 10% of entries were selected
for recognition, placing them among an outstanding group of winners representing
major corporations, nonprofits, institutions, and brands.
Oakland County Parks is featured in the August issue of Parks & Recreation, the official magazine of the
National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). , Communications and Marketing
Assistant, with assistance from , Recreation Program Supervisor for the Adaptive and 55+
team, authored the article, "More Than a Game," featured on pages 34–37. The article highlights the
impact of adaptive sports programs and showcases Oakland County Parks' commitment to providing
inclusive recreation opportunities that empower individuals of all abilities.
Before summer began, the Oakland County Parks Outdoor Learning Team and the Oakland County
Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (CISMA) partnered to host a two-day educational event
at Van Hoosen Middle School in Rochester. The events were coordinated by Maya Gonzalez of Oakland
County Parks/CISMA in collaboration with Ms. Wendy Graves and Ms. Stacy Smiler, the two 6th grade
biology teachers of Van Hoosen Middle School who initially requested the workshop.
On the first day, Red Oaks Nature Center staff member KR Vedolich provided an interactive lesson to all
six class periods about common invasive species in Oakland County that included an explanation of
invasive species and how they are managed in the parks, using examples, reading materials, and data
mapping. Following the classroom portion, each class went outside to gain hands-on experience managing
invasive species behind their school. A total of 307 students participated on the first day.
On the second day, Oakland County CISMA led a lesson for each class period focusing on the invasive
Spotted Lantern Fly and Tree of Heaven. The staff delivered engaging content about these two species
and concluded each session with an egg mass identification game. A total of 320 students participated on
day two.
The teachers were inspired by the materials provided and tasked the students with creating their own
invasive species brochures as a final project, using Oakland County CISMA’s website and other provided
resources. The teachers selected the top 25 student brochures and shared them with Oakland County
CISMA for display on their website. Overall, the teachers were pleased with the outcome and expressed
interest in continuing this partnership. Students left feeling informed and empowered!
Oakland County Parks is looking forward to celebrating its 60th anniversary with Oakie at Arts, Beats &
Eats in downtown Royal Oak from . Throughout the four-day festival, OCP will offer several
family friendly experiences, including an Interactive Discovery Farm featuring live animals and educational
activities, free inflatable recreation, and daily birthday celebrations with Oakie, stage announcements,
and cake. The partnership provides an opportunity to reach thousands of residents in a highly visible
community setting, showcase the breadth of Oakland County Parks programs and facilities, and encourage
families to visit our parks and participate in future recreational and educational opportunities.
On Wednesday, July 22, Oakland County Parks staff visited the Outdoor Discovery Center in Holland,
Michigan, for a behind the scenes look at how the organization has grown into a regional leader in outdoor
learning, environmental stewardship and community engagement. The visit focused on nature based
early childhood education, school and community field trips, outreach services, ecological restoration,
greenway development and the partnerships that have supported ODC’s growth. The experience provided
valuable ideas as OCP continues expanding its Outdoor Learning and Environmental Stewardship work
across the parks system. Photos from the visit are included for a closer look at the facilities, programs and
spaces the team explored.
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – August 2026
Active Adults
August 3 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 4 AM – Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 4 Trailside Chat – Springfield Oaks
August 5 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 6 Crusin’ Crooked Lake – Independence Oaks
August 6 AM - Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 6 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 7 Michigan Senior Olympics – Opening Ceremony – Clinton Township
August 10 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 11 AM - Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 11 Over 50 Swim Party – Red Oaks
August 12 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 12 Grandparents raising Grandchildren – Pontiac to Groveland
August 13 AM - Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 13 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 17 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 18 AM - Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 19 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 20 Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 20 AM - Riverwalk – Red Oaks
August 24 Michigan Senior Olympics Celebration Dinner – Clinton Township
Adaptive
August 5 DiversAbility Day – Lake St. Clair
August 9 Festival of Flight – QZ Pontiac Airport
August 13 DiversAbility Day – Independence Oaks
August 14 Meteor and More – QZ Addison Oaks
August 17 Adaptive Archery – Independence Oaks
August 18 Adaptive Golf League – Red Oaks
August 19 Adaptive Kayaking DNEM Stoney Creek
August 20 ADA Celebration – Court House
August 23 Disability Dirt Day – Holly Oaks
August 25 Adaptive Golf League – Red Oaks
August 27 Adaptive Bike Clinic – Independence Oaks
Archery
August 3-7 Archery Adventure Camp
August 4 Beginner Archery (Every Tuesday)
August 6 Open Archery (Every Thursday)
Mobile Recreation
August 01 Stage - Kingdom Builders Christian Church Family Explosion
August 01 Chaos and Commotion - OCPRC - Addison Oaks Wet and Whacky
August 01 Blast Off Bouncer - Holly Area School District Health and Enrollment Fair
August 01 Stage (2) & Fun-struction - Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Multi Lakes
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – August 2026
August 01 Go Games - Ferndale Area District Library Summer Reading Party
August 01 Chaos - OCPRC - Campground Rec- Splish Splash Splat Groveland
August 01 Fun-Struction - Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce Rockin’ Under the Stars
August 02 Stage - Trinity Missionary Baptist Church Praise in the Park Rotary Park
August 02 Chaos and Commotion - Springview Community Church VBS 2026
August 02 Arctic Rush - Drake Sports Park
August 02 Blast Off Bouncer - Kids Empowered Resource Fair
August 03 Climbing Tower - OCPRC - Nature Education Discovery Camp Waterford Oaks
August 03 Pirate Paradise - Walled Lake Schools Summer Adventures
August 03 Arctic Rush - Yates Cider Mill
August 04 Geo Tower - Bloomfield Hills Schools Summer Fun
August 04 Arctic Rush - Southfield P & R Southfield Summer Camps
August 04 Go Games - Waterford School District Event
August 05 Chaos and Commotion - OCPRC - MSU Tollgate Farm
August 05 Stage - OC Sheriffs Dept National Night Out
August 05 Arctic Rush - Gillham Recreation Center Fruit Camp Carnival
August 05 Stage - Franklin Comm Assoc Music on the Green Village Green
August 05 Blast Off Bouncer - Birmingham P & R In the Park Summer Concerts
August 05 Tents & Climbing Tower Oakland County Sheriff, PAL National Night Out
August 05 Stage - Lyon Twp DDA Music on the Grand
August 05 Chaos and Commotion - West Bloomfield Twp Parks & Rec Ice Cream Social
August 06 Tents - OC Veteran's Service Veterans Event EOB
August 06 Bus - OCPRC - Adaptive Rec Pontiac Summer Adventure Awaits
August 06 Pirate Paradise - Rochester Avon P&R RARA Day Camps: Camp Carnival
August 06 Jumbo Games - OC Veteran's Service OC Staff Picnic
August 06 Go Games - Habitat for Humanity Oakland County Neighbor Night
August 06 Geo Tower - Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce- Summer Concert Series
August 06 Obstacle Course - Wixom Family Fun Night
August 06 Watch It - Madison Heights Parks & Recreation Movie Night
August 07 Bus - OCPRC - Natural Resources Residential House Tour
August 07 Climbing Tower - Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce Milford Memories
August 07 Stage - Oakland Twp P & R Concert Bear Creek Nature Park
August 07 Fun-Struction - Ortonville Downtown Development August First Friday Fun
August 07 Stage - South Lyon Concert in the Park- McHattie Park
August 07 Climbing Tower, Putt it, & Glow Golf - Brandon Twp. Library
August 07 Chaos and Commotion - Lyon Township Public Library Teen Summer Lock in
August 08 OCPR Archery - OCPRC - Addison Oaks
August 08 Stage - Vetlife Vetfest Fowlerville Family Farm
August 08 Glow Golf Package & Putt it - Auburn Hills Public Library Summer Reading
August 08 Pirate Paradise - Independence Township Kids Day in Clintonwood Park
August 08 Climbing Tower - Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce- Milford Memories
August 08 Stage - Craft-Tee Event
August 08 Climbing Tower & Geo Tower - Oxford Twp P & R Fun Day Davis Family Market
August 08 Stage - Royal Oak Twp P & R Jazz in the Park Mack-Rowe Park
August 09 Climbing Tower - Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce Milford Memories
August 09 Geo Tower - Michigan Shooting Centers Orion Sporting Weekend
August 09 Jump N' Jam - Oak Park Public Library Summer Finale
August 10 Parks Obstacle - Lake Orion Community Schools - Camp Wanna Have Fun
August 11 Stage - Oxford Twp P & R Community Collaboration
August 11 Stick-It Archery - Ferndale Summer Camp
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – August 2026
August 11 Jump N' Jam - Oxford Twp P & R -1st Responder Appreciation Event
August 11 Geo Tower Choas - Auburn Hills Police Department National Night Out
August 12 Stage - GM Design Center- Woodward Dream Cruise at Memorial Park
August 12 Climbing Tower - OCPRC - MSU Tollgate Farm
August 12 Bus OCPRC - Adaptive Rec - Groveland
August 12 Geo Tower & Jump N' Jam - White Lake Twp. Library Summer Reading Bash
August 12 Fun-Struction - Brandon Twp Parks & Rec Touch a Truck
August 13 Stage - Macomb Twp Parks & Recreation Music in the Park Macomb Corners
August 13 Arctic Rush - Berkley P & R Summer Day Camp
August 13 Go Games & Oakie - OCPRC - Adaptive Rec Diversability Day Independence
August 13 Climbing Tower - Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce -Summer Concert Series
August 13 Stage - Oak Park Cruise & Groove
August 13 Climbing Tower - Wixom P & R Stars and Guitars Country Fest
August 14 Stage - Berkley P & R Cruise Fest
August 14 Stage & Tent - OCPRC - Addison Oaks Meteors & More
August 14 Jump N' Jam - Novi P & R Last Day of Camp Celebration
August 14 Blast Off Bouncer - Walled Lake City Library Summer Reading Wrap-Up Party
August 14 Bleachers - Raymond James Annual Client Event Cruisefest
August 14 Stage - Village of Beverly Hills Concert in the Park
August 14 Pirate Paradise - South Lyon Twp P & R Movies in the Park
August 14 Watch It - Hazel Park P & R Movie in the Park
August 15 Oakie - OCPRC - Campground Recreation
August 15 Stick-It Archery - Clawson DDA Clawson Market
August 15 Jump N' Jam - HAVEN INC Back 2 School Bash
August 15 Pirate Paradise - Commerce Twp Library CTCL End of Summer Party
August 15 Go Games -Serenity Outreach Health & Wellness Fair/School Supply Give-A-
Way
August 15 Stage - Heaven Saints Motorcycle Ministry Community Event- Wisner Track
August 15 Chaos - Clarkston Independence Library Summer Reading Finale
August 16 Go Games & Climbing Tower - OCPRC – RPS Tails & Trails Independence
August 16 Climbing Tower & Jumbo N' Jam - Macomb DHHS- Foster Care Appreciation
August 17 Watch It - Commerce Twp Library Movie Night Library
August 18 Geo Tower - Orion Twp Public Library- Percy Jackson's Birthday Party
August 18 Fun-Struction - Village of Wolverine Lake Tuesdays in the Park
August 19 Tents - OC Children Village
August 19 Chaos and Commotion - OCPRC - MSU Tollgate Farm
August 19 Go Games - Walled Lake Summer Kick off Festival Market Place
August 19 Bus- MI Dept of Health & Human Services-OC Housing Trust Fund Project Tour
August 19 Jump N' Jam & Stage - Lyon Twp DDA Music on the Grand
August 19 Watch It & Jumbo Games - OC Human Resources Movies in Park Waterford
August 20 Go Game, Tents, Stage, & Trailer -OCPRC Adaptive Rec County Court House
August 20 Bus- MI Dept of Health & Human Services-OC Housing Trust Fund Project Tour
August 20 Geo Tower - Sylvan Lake Ice Cream Social
August 20 Air Jumper - Wixom Family Fun Night
August 20 Jump N' Jam - Northville P & R Movie in the Park
August 21 Stage - Franklin Wright Settlement -Back to School
August 21 Go Games - St Anne's Mead Family Fun Day
August 21 Stick-It Archery - Keego Harbor P & R August Block Party
August 21 Blast Off Bouncer - Notre Dame Prep Middle School Social Night
August 21 Stage OCPRC - Rec Program Service Movie Night- Parkview Pavilion
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – August 2026
August 22 Stage - Clawson DDA- Clawson Fest
August 22 Stage (2) - Grosse Point Parks & Rec Concert
August 22 Go Games, Tower, & Air Jumper - OCPRC - Waterford Market
August 22 Pirate Paradise - OCPRC - Campground Rec Explore Groveland
August 22 Chaos and Commotion - Summer Bash- City of Pontiac Parks & Rec
August 22 Pirate Paradise - OCPRC - Addison Oaks Weekend
August 23 Tent OCPRC - Adaptive Rec Diversability Day -Holly Oaks
August 25 Climbing Tower - Loon Lake Elementary
August 25 Blast Off Bouncer - Mary Helen Guest Elementary PTA
August 26 Putt-It & Glow Golf - OCPRC - MSU Tollgate Farm
August 26 Jump N' Jam - Sheiko Elementary Field Day
August 27 Chaos and Commotion - Beverly Hills Club- Wacky Week
August 27 Climbing Tower - Pontiac Academy for Excellence PAE Back-to-School Rally
August 27 Go Games -Oakland Family Services Children's Learning Center Open House
August 28 Tent OCPRC - Health and Housing for Diversabilities- Normandy Oaks
August 28 Light Towers, Stage, & Fencing - OCPRC – BMX State Race Waterford Oaks
August 28 Blast Off Bounce - Herrington Elementary- Back to School BBQ
August 28 Watch It - McGregor Elementary PTA Welcome Back Movie Night
August 29 Geo Tower - OCPRC - Addison Oaks Weekend
August 29 Go Games - Orion Art Center Dragon on the Lake Downtown Lake Orion
August 29 Stage - NAACP, Detroit Back to School Delores Bennett Park
August 29 Geo Tower - OCPRC - Campground Rec Weekend Groveland
August 29 Stage - Caribbean Cultural Carnival Org. Family Festival Marygrove Elementary
August 30 Stage & Pirate Paradise - Trinity Baptist Church Foster Care Day Beaudette
August 30 Stick-It Archery - Orion Art Center Dragon on the Lake
Nature Education
Field Trips & Birthday Parties
August 1 Birthday Party – Luke - Wint
August 2 Birthday Party – Mia – RONC
August 4 Field Trip – Outdoor Discovery Camp – Live Animal Show – RONC
August 4 Field Trip – Outdoor Discovery Camp – Live Animal Show – Waterford Oaks
August 4 Field Trip – Archery Camp – Planetarium Show – Wint
August 4 Field Trip – Outdoor Discovery Camp – Live Animal Show – Waterford Oaks
August 5 Field Trip – Oakland Christian Academy – Wint
August 5 Field Trip – Outdoor Discovery Camp – Planetarium Show - RONC
August 5 Field Trip – Camp Teva – Michigan Wildlife – Wint
August 6 Field Trip – Outdoor Discovery Camp - Sweep Net Program – RONC
August 6 Field Trip – Outdoor Discovery Camp – Pond Dipping – Waterford Oaks
August 6 Nature Hike – Summer Adventure Awaits – Independence Oaks
August 7 Field Trip – Outdoor Discovery Camp – Planetarium Show – Waterford Oaks
August 9 Birthday Party – Sasha & Prinn – RONC
August 15 Birthday Party – Nora – RONC
August 16 Birthday Party – Miro – RONC
August 22 Birthday Party – Izaac – RONC
August 26 Appointment - Clarkston Area Backyard Birders – Wint
August 30 Field Trip – Girl Scouts of Southeast Michigan – Apple Cider Pressing - Wint
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – August 2026
Public Nature Programs
August 6 Early Childhood Hour Out – Wint
August 7 Morning Munchkins Preschool Program - RONC
August 12 Parks in Action Special Event – RONC
August 12 TrailBlazers Hiking Program – Rose Oaks
August 13 Early Childhood Hour Out – Wint
August 13 TrailBlazers Hiking Program – Pontiac Oaks
August 14 Puddle Jumpers Preschool Program – Wint
August 14 Sunset Kayak Paddle on Crooked Lake – Independence Oaks
August 15 Aquatic Alchemy Water Quality Program - Wint
August 15 Nature at Night - Wings in the Dark – RONC
August 20 Early Childhood Hour Out – Wint
August 20 TrailBlazers Hiking Program - Lyon Oaks
August 22 Empty Nest – RONC
August 27 Early Childhood Hour Out – Wint
August 28 Dusk to Dark Forest Therapy Walk - Oak Park Woods
August 29 Wellness in the Woods: Painting in the Garden – Wint
Outreach Programs
August 1 Nature Table – Farmington Farmers Market
August 3 Nature Table – Clinton River Oaks
August 4 Nature Presentation – South Lyon Parks & Rec
August 4 Nature Presentation – Waterford Parks & Rec
August 4 Nature Presentation – Ferndale Parks & Rec Summer Camp
August 5 Nature Presentation – Farmington Hills Nature Center
August 6 Planetarium Show – We Love Lit – Waterford Oaks
August 6 Nature Table – Wixom Township Family Fun Night
August 8 Planetarium Show – Addison Oaks
August 12 Nature Presentation – Madison Heights Public Library
August 12 Planetarium Show – Beverly Hills Club
August 13 Nature Table – Diversability Day – Independence Oaks
August 13 Nature Table – Simonds Elementary BBQ – Madison Heights
August 20 Nature Table – ADA Celebration – Pontiac
August 22 Nature Table – Oakland Schools – Waterford
August 22 Guided Stargazing – Groveland Oaks
August 23 Nature Table – Oak Park Parks & Rec
August 29 DIY Compost Kits – Groveland Oaks
August 29 Nature Table – MSUE Discovery Day – Normandy Oaks
August 29 Nature Table – Pontiac Praise Festival
Oakland County Market
August 1 Yoga at the Market
August 1 Tai Chi at the Market
August 5 Gleaners Food Distribution
August 20 Yoga at the Market
August 21 Document Shredding at the Market
Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Upcoming Events – August 2026
Special Events
August 14 Meteors & More – Addison Oaks
August 16 Tails & Trails – Independence Oaks
August 19 OakFit Movie Night – Waterford Oaks
August 23 Find Your Fit – Oak Park Community Center
August 26 Paws & Play – Red Oaks Dog Park
August 29 Discover 4-H 2026 – Normandy Oaks Park