At its meeting on Sept. 17, the Board will vote to approve Oakland County’s three-year budget. One of the Board’s most important tasks of the year, this vote is the last step in a thoughtfully designed process that ensures county funds are being used responsibly to make life better for residents, businesses and visitors around the county. Learn more about the budget process by taking a look “Behind the Budget!”

Pumpkin spice season is approaching and there is a line-up of Board-sponsored community events on deck. The Special Projects fund is open to all commissioners to request financial support for special events or programs in their district. Check out the list of upcoming events in September and see what’s happening in your community! 

Sept. 11-13: Art & Apples Festival (Commissioners Johnson, District 12 & and Spisz, District 5)

Sept. 12: Lathrup Village Music Festival (Commissioner Smith Charles, District 17)

Sept. 19: Revin’ in the Heights (Commissioner Erickson Gault, District 3)

Sept. 27: Strides for SOS 5k Race & Walk (Commissioner Taylor, District 18)

Solarize Oakland County’s next stop is coming up on Sept. 15 at Craft Breww City in Farmington Hills. The free event will offer two back-to-back sessions: one at 6 p.m. for businesses, nonprofits, places of worship and local governments, followed by a 7 p.m. session designed for residents. Food will be provided.  

Each session will break down the fundamentals of solar power and explore the costs and long-term benefits of going solar without any sales pressure. Reserve your spot today!

Welcome, Cass Lake Village, to District 10! Known for its numerous canals and bridges, the small community on the largest and deepest lake in Oakland County became the 63rd municipality in the county following a 87.5% yes vote by residents on the Aug. 4 primary ballot.