Allen Park public meetings in 2024
51 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The Allen Park City Council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing the Fire Chief to apply for regional AFG grants with neighboring fire departments and establishing a Public Building Improvement Fund for the 24th District Court. The meeting also includes board and commission appointment recommendations, a Treasurer's report, and routine consent‑agenda items. Public comment is scheduled before the council votes on the resolutions.
- Resolution to let the Fire Chief apply for a regional AFG grant with Lincoln Park Fire Department, costing $2,000 per department, paid from EMS equipment account 101-336-757-500 with a 10% match of $31,823.70
- Resolution to let the Fire Chief apply for a regional AFG grant with Wyandotte Fire Department for portable radios, estimated cost $1,800‑$2,200 per department, paid from account 101-336-934-000
- Resolution to create a Public Building Improvement Fund for the 24th District Court funded by a $25 assessment fee for misdemeanors and a $15 fee for civil infractions
- Mayor’s recommendation of board and commission appointments, including new members for the Board of Ethics, Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, Downtown Development Authority, and others
- Consent agenda items for purchasing actions: claims & accounts and payroll report
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority is voting on several facade improvement grants for local businesses. The board will also consider extending a purchase agreement for a property on Park Avenue and adopting the 2025 meeting schedule.
- Facade Improvement Grant up to $2,381 for Elks Lodge at 6605 Park Avenue
- Facade Improvement Grant payment of $25,000 to Dunleavy’s Food & Spirits at 6004 Allen Road
- Facade Improvement Grant payment of $15,000 to CrossFit Downriver at 5903 Allen Road
- Facade Improvement Grant payment of $18,259 to Deluxe Liquor at 18641 Ecorse Road
- Extension of Purchase Agreement for 6834 Park Avenue to February 28, 2025
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority approved a $2,381 facade improvement grant to the Elks Lodge, and disbursed facade grant payments to Dunleavy's Food & Spirits ($25,000), CrossFit Downriver ($15,000), and Deluxe Liquor ($18,259). The board also extended the purchase agreement for 6834 Park Avenue to February 28, 2025, and adopted the 2025 meeting schedule. All votes were unanimous, with one recusal.
- Approved $2,381 facade grant to Elks Lodge (unanimous)
- Disbursed $25,000 facade grant to Dunleavy's Food & Spirits (unanimous)
- Disbursed $15,000 facade grant to CrossFit Downriver (unanimous)
- Disbursed $18,259 facade grant to Deluxe Liquor (unanimous, Mazag recused)
- Extended purchase agreement for 6834 Park Avenue to Feb 28, 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted 2025 DDA meeting schedule (unanimous)
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The Allen Park City Council will vote on several resolutions, including the purchase of a Self Contained Breathing Apparatus refill station for $55,929.17 and a MagneGrip Exhaust Source Capture System for $27,511. The council will also renew an interlocal agreement with Oakland County for IT services, award bids for the fire station renovation project, and waive the bid process for the Street Sectioning and Utility Repair Program contract with Savone Cement Inc. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance to sell a vacant parcel of land identified by Tax ID 30-004-02-0823-000.
- Resolution to purchase SCBA refill station – $55,929.17 (construction bonds account #401-336-985-000)
- Resolution to purchase MagneGrip Exhaust Source Capture System – $27,511 (construction bonds account #401-336-985-000)
- Resolution to renew interlocal agreement with Oakland County for IT services
- Resolution to award bids for fire station renovation construction project
- Resolution to waive rebid and accept Savone Cement Inc. proposal for Street Sectioning and Utility Repair Program
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The Allen Park City Council will consider resolutions to approve construction contracts for the Fire Station and a Fats, Oils, and Grease program, along with various permits for road maintenance and special events. The meeting will also address the approval of the previous meeting's minutes and organizational business.
- Fire Station construction contract up to $60,000
- FOG program contract for $85,200
- Curbside Pickup Permit fee of $50
- Historical Commission cataloging system up to $4,000
- Sale of city lot adjacent to Little Jungle Preschool for $1,000
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The City Council will discuss a tax rate change to levy an additional .6784 mills for Fire Department bond obligations. The meeting also includes police promotions and the appointment of a Deputy Finance Director.
- Proposed tax rate increase of .6784 mills for Fire Department Bond Obligation
- Appointment of Jackie Baxter as Deputy Finance Director with an annual salary of $76,000
- Appointment of Interim City Administrator Tom Murray as Act 51 Street Administrator
- Police promotions for three Lieutenants and three Sergeants
- Life Saving Award for Officer McIsaac
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority board will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, review September and October 2024 financial reports, and receive updates from the city mayor and various committees. It will vote to award a $7,845 façade improvement grant to Radiant Made For Us at 6634 Allen Road. The board will consider selling the DDA-owned portion of the parking lot at Allen Road and Warwick Avenue, with the sale price not disclosed. It will also approve a $12,000 snow removal contract with John’s Lawn Maintenance & Snow Removal for November 2024 through April 2025.
- Approve a façade improvement grant up to $7,845 for Radiant Made For Us, 6634 Allen Road
- Vote to sell the DDA-owned portion of the parking lot at Allen Road and Warwick Avenue (sale amount not disclosed)
- Approve a $12,000 snow removal contract with John’s Lawn Maintenance & Snow Removal for Nov 2024–Apr 2025
- Approve September and October 2024 expenses and financial reports
- Approve the meeting agenda and minutes from the September 26, 2024 board meeting
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The Allen Park City Council will appoint an interim administrator, approve a street closure for the Lighted Christmas Parade, and authorize a $13,243 purchase for a new broadcast unit. The meeting also includes proclamations and the approval of various resolutions and contracts.
- Appointment of Tom Murray as interim City Administrator
- Street closure for Lighted Christmas Parade on Park Avenue
- Purchase of Castus Broadcast Unit for $13,243.00
- Resolution to approve Comcast solicitation permit with $300 fee
- Resolution to approve Open Fiber Michigan Metro Act Permit
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The City Council will consider several resolutions including employment agreements and street closures for upcoming community events. The body is also reviewing a contract for the recruitment of a new City Administrator.
- Professional Services Contract of $18,500.00 with Michigan Municipal League Executive Search for City Administrator recruitment
- Employment agreement for Police Chief Eron Feltz
- Annual salaries of $48,000.00 for assistants to the Public Service Director (Water Department and DPS)
- Street closures for Day of the Dead (Nov 2) and 36th Annual Trunk & Treat (Oct 31)
- Approval of Second Articles of Incorporation for the Downriver Utility Wastewater Authority
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on approving $522,000 for exterior enhancements to the Fire Station Renovation project. The board will also consider approving $24,000 for second-year service fees for Police Department Flock Cameras and $700 for the Elks Lodge Trick-or-Treat event.
- Approval of $522,000 for Fire Station exterior enhancements
- Approval of $24,000 for Police Department Flock Cameras Year 2
- Approval of $700 for Elks Lodge Trick-or-Treat event
- Approval to sell 6834 Park Avenue
- Approval for Savone Cement to improve Artistic Dental Lab parking lot
Downtown Development Authority
The Downtown Development Authority is managing local infrastructure updates and business improvements. The board decided on a new laddered investment approach for $3.4 million in funds and approved several facade improvement grants for local businesses.
- Approved $3.4 million investment using a quarterly ladder approach in US Treasury notes
- Approved facade improvement grant up to $22,911 for A.J. O'Neil Enterprises (18708 Ecorse Road)
- Approved facade improvement grant up to $2,908 for Robinson Wealth Management (7343 Allen Rd)
- Disbursed $4,900 facade grant payment to Allen Park Auto Sales (17120 Ecorse Road)
- Approved $250 annual electrical services agreement with Goodwin, Lademan & Associates (6736 Allen Rd)
Festivities Commission
The Festivities Commission will conduct a debrief of the 2024 Fair and review associated expenses. The body will also discuss grant notices for departments and the possibility of an administrative assistant.
- Debrief of 2024 Fair
- Review of Fair expenses
- Notice to departments for grants
- Discussion of possible administrative assistant
Festivities Commission
The commission reviewed the 2024 Street Fair, discussing vendor issues, traffic flow, and entertainment. No formal decisions were made; items were proposed for future action, including vendor rule enforcement, a possible Saturday closing time change, and inviting Crazy Babies back. The meeting was procedural, with agenda approval and no public comments.
- Approved agenda with additions (motion by Len, second by Phillipa)
- Debriefed 2024 Street Fair; discussed vendor check-in, traffic, and food truck changes
- Proposed flagging rule-breaking vendors for next year
- Proposed changing Saturday closing time to 8:00 pm, pending vendor survey
- Proposed inviting Crazy Babies back for Saturday next year
- Proposed partnering with DDA for paint cleanup after Made in Michigan
- Closed meeting at 6:45 pm (motion by Len, second by Maria)
Administrator Report
The City Administrator's report to Council on September 10, 2024, provided updates on several infrastructure projects and events. The M-39 Service Drive bridge project remains delayed due to a DTE streetlight issue, with possible reopening in the coming days. Paving on Pinecrest Drive is scheduled for September 12-13, and reconstruction of Wick Road and Herrick Street is set to begin soon. No formal decisions were made by the Council in this report.
- M-39 bridge project delayed due to DTE streetlight issue
- Paving on Pinecrest Drive scheduled for Sept. 12-13
- Wick Road and Herrick Street reconstruction to start soon
- Made in Michigan Festival set for Sept. 20-21
- Shred Day and Styrofoam Collection set for Oct. 5
- Employee milestones noted: Travis Tomey (5 yrs), Chris Egan (25 yrs)
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority is meeting to vote on several facade improvement grants and a budget transfer. The board will also receive presentations on a landscaping study and the SMART transportation bus network.
- Facade grant up to $22,911 for A.J. O’Neil Enterprises at 18708 Ecorse Road
- Facade grant up to $2,908 for Robinson Wealth Management at 7343 Allen Road
- Facade grant payment of $4,900 to Allen Park Auto Sales at 17120 Ecorse Road
- Budget amendment to move $35,000 from S. Allen Road Streetscape to P/T Personnel Services
- Electrical services agreement with Goodwin, Lademan & Associates at 6736 Allen Rd. for $250 annually
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss a resolution to award a lead water service replacement bid to D’Angelo Brothers Inc. The body will also consider several commission appointments and review financial reports.
- Resolution to award lead water service replacement to D’Angelo Brothers Inc. for a budgeted total of $900,000.00
- Proposed commission appointments: Kendra Keranen (Beautification), Mary Therese Lemanek (Board of Ethics), and Laura Corradi, Steve Donohue, and Susan Hunt (Historical)
- Curbside Pickup Permit #05-2024 for Roman Alcides with a $50.00 fee
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority board will vote on routine agenda items, including approval of the July 25 agenda and the minutes from the June 27 meeting. It will also approve the June and July 2024 expense and financial reports. The board will consider contracts to remove and repair seven flag poles and to provide lighting for three poles, costing $7,032.50 and $5,350.00 respectively. Additionally, it will vote to pay Fishbeck Engineers $22,900 for a traffic and on‑street parking study on Park Avenue.
- Approve hiring Rocket Enterprise to remove 7 flag poles and repair/replace 3 flag poles – total cost $7,032.50
- Approve hiring Jan Electric to provide electrical service and lighting to the 3 flag poles – total cost $5,350.00
- Approve payment of $22,900 to Fishbeck Engineers for a Park Avenue traffic and on‑street parking study
- Approve June and July 2024 expenses and financial reports
- Approve July 25 agenda and minutes from the June 27 meeting
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority is voting on contracts for street improvements and a traffic study. The board will also review financial reports for June and July 2024.
- Contract with Rocket Enterprise for $7,032.50 to remove and repair flag poles on Southfield Road median
- Contract with Jan Electric for $5,350.00 for flag pole electrical service and lighting
- Payment of $11,450 to Fishbeck Engineers for a Park Avenue traffic and on-street parking study (total project cost $22,900)
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The City Council will discuss several professional service contracts to assist the Finance Department with audit preparation and the recruitment of a new Finance Director. The body is also considering a resolution to renovate ball fields at Brand and Church/Teller Parks.
- Proposed $57,742.00 contract with DuraEdge to renovate ball fields at Brand and Church/Teller Parks
- Proposed $18,500.00 contract with Michigan Municipal League Executive Search to recruit a Finance Director
- Proposed professional services contract with PM Government Accounting Professionals for audit assistance
- Proposed agreement with Amanda Wertz for audit assistance at a rate of $70.00 per hour
Festivities Commission
The commission held a meeting to discuss final items for the street fair. Discussions focused on pre-production and the creation of check-in supplies.
- Approved the agenda
The Allen Park Employees Retirement System (APERS) Board of Trustees
The Allen Park Employees Retirement System Board of Trustees will review an investment update from PNC Institutional. The board is also scheduled to consider policy revisions regarding service credit purchases and error corrections. Additionally, members will act on several employee retirement applications and a request to convert disability benefits to normal retirement.
- Policy revision for purchasing prior military, city, or law enforcement service credit
- Request from Steve Samborski to convert Duty Disability Benefits to Normal Retirement Benefit
- Approval of retirement applications for four employees
- Approval of 2024-2025 fee schedules for Gabriel, Roeder, Smith & Company
- Payment of $39,802.58 to PNC Institutional Asset Management for investment advisory services
Festivities Commission
The Festivities Commission is meeting to discuss new business regarding a football team, trash collection, and fair booths. The agenda also includes updates on sponsorships, equipment, and promotional items.
- Football team
- Trash Collection
- Fair Booths
- Sponsorship update
- Promotional items (posters, koozies, shirts)
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will meet to consider several business grants and a property sale. The board will also review a landscaping study and a new employment contract for the DDA Director.
- Façade Improvement Grant of up to $25,000.00 for Deluxe Liquor at 18641 Ecorse Road
- Façade Improvement Grant of up to $4,900.00 for Allen Park Auto Sales at 17120 Ecorse Road
- Approval to hire a professional broker to market and sell 6834 Park Avenue
- Purchase of two replacement 'Welcome to Allen Park' signs
- A 12-month employment contract for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will consider hiring a broker to sell 6834 Park Avenue. The board will also vote on facade improvement grants for two local businesses and a proposal for new welcome signs. Additionally, the DDA will review bylaws amendments and a contract for the DDA Director.
- Hiring a broker to market and sell 6834 Park Avenue
- A facade improvement grant up to $4,900.00 for Allen Park Auto Sales
- A facade improvement grant up to $25,000.00 for Deluxe Liquor
- Replacement of two 'Welcome to Allen Park' signs on Southfield Road
- A 12-month employment contract for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes
Festivities Commission
The Commission approved several spending limits for Street Fair promotional materials and supplies. It also voted to move two multi-year sponsorship contracts to the Mayor and Council for final approval.
- Approved spending up to $330 for 300 koozies (unanimous)
- Approved spending up to $150 for 100 posters (unanimous)
- Approved spending up to $400 for up to 20 t-shirts (unanimous)
- Approved spending up to $150 for Facebook post boosting (unanimous)
- Approved spending up to $600 for 100 lawn signs and banner stickers (unanimous)
- Approved presenting a 3-year, $5,000/year Stage Sponsor contract for Lee Family Dental to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
- Approved presenting a 3-year, $3,500/year Shuttle Sponsor contract for Resurrection Brick to Mayor and Council (unanimous)
- Decided to print 7,000 beer tickets
Festivities Commission
The Allen Park Festivities Commission is meeting to discuss various items for the Street Fair. This includes promotional materials such as koozies, posters, and t-shirts. The commission will also receive a sponsorship update.
- Street Fair promotional materials (koozies, posters, and t-shirts)
- Facebook ads and lawn signs
- Beer tickets
- Sponsorship update
Festivities Commission
The commission authorized rentals for two-way radios and golf carts, and approved the purchase of a credit card reader. The board also formally accepted two resignations.
- Accepted resignations of Ed Wurtzbacher and Tina Righetti (unanimous)
- Authorized rental of 10 radios, 10 headsets, wireless hotspot, and charging equipment from View Communications (unanimous)
- Approved spending up to $325 for one Square credit card terminal (unanimous)
- Approved $1,240 proposal for 5 gas-powered golf carts (unanimous)
Festivities Commission
The Allen Park Festivities Commission is reviewing new business regarding event supplies such as way radios, square readers, and golf carts. The meeting also includes updates on bands, tents, and sponsorships.
- Review of equipment including way radios, square readers, and golf carts
- Discussion of Street Fair items like koozies, posters, t-shirts, and beer tickets
- Updates on event bands, tables, tents, and sponsorships
Festivities Commission
The commission elected Steve as the new secretary and approved a modified yearly report. Due to staffing shortages, the commission decided not to commit to a Kid's Zone for the current year.
- Elected Steve as Secretary
- Approved modified Yearly Report (unanimous)
- Decided not to commit to a Kid's Zone this year
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The City Council will consider amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding signage and drive-through facilities. The agenda also includes resolutions for park renovations, equipment purchases, and upcoming community events.
- Zoning amendments for eating/drinking places without drive-throughs
- Purchase of a new Zamboni Ice-Resurfacer for $104,685.90
- $78,624.00 renovation contract for Cunningham Park
- $58,434.00 change order for underground fuel tank removal
- Road closure on Allen Rd. for the 42nd Annual Arts & Crafts Street Fair
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park DDA will vote on hiring a broker to sell 6834 Park Avenue and approving a $4,500.00 rent settlement with the Chamber of Commerce. The board will also consider increasing personnel services expenses by $10,250.
- Hiring a professional broker to market and sell 6834 Park Avenue
- $4,500.00 settlement agreement for Chamber of Commerce unpaid rent
- Budget amendment to increase personnel services expenses by $10,250
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will vote on several items including the marketing and sale of 6834 Park Avenue. The board will also consider a budget amendment for personnel services and an employment contract for the DDA Director.
- Approval to hire a professional broker to market and sell 6834 Park Avenue
- $4,533.50 quote from Rocket Enterprises, Inc for Southfield Road flagpoles
- $10,250 increase to the FY 2024-2025 personnel services budget
- 12-month employment contract for DDA Director Benjamin Hughes
- Approval of April and May 2024 financial reports and expenses
Allen Park, Michigan - City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 budget, which includes allocations for police, fire, and road construction. The meeting also addresses new water and sewer rates and several city contracts. Additionally, the council will consider zoning ordinance amendments.
- Adoption of the FY 2024/2025 budget with a $26,531,800 general fund
- $40,525.00 contract for Library Feasibility Study phases 1 and 2
- $250,000.00 contract for dirt spoils removal at the Old Goddard Site
- Zoning ordinance amendments regarding drive-throughs and sign requirements
- New water and sewer rates including a $16.50 Ready to Serve Charge
Festivities Commission
The Commission approved spending up to $105.00 for name badges. Members discussed the potential return of a toddler-focused bounce house and train area, but determined more details are needed from the vendor before a decision is made.
- Approved spending up to $105.00 for commissioner name badges ($15.00 each)
Festivities Commission
The Allen Park Festivities Commission held a special meeting on May 6, 2024. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Kids Zone, name badges, and food truck selection.
- Kids Zone
- Name Badges
- Jury Art/ Selection of food trucks
Festivities Commission
The Festivities Commission will discuss selecting a sound engineer, security services, and a beer supplier. The meeting also includes updates on bands, sponsorships, and radio advertisements.
- Selection of sound engineer
- Security services selection
- Beer supplier selection
- Update on bands and sponsorships
- Selecting a special meeting date for KidsZone
Festivities Commission
The Commission approved contracts for sound engineering, security, and beer distribution. It also voted to waive participation fees for specific non-profit organizations and City Commissions.
- Approved Pete Bankart as sound engineer for $3,500
- Approved NAIS for security services at a cost of $818.00
- Approved West Side Beer Distributor as the beer supplier
- Waived fees for Allen Park American Legion, Dearborn American Legion, Vietnam Vets, and Disabled Vets
- Waived 10x10 tent fees for City Commissions participating in the Street Fair (Len Perotta abstained)
Public Meeting
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority is holding the first of two scheduled public information meetings. The agenda includes a presentation by the DDA Director and an opportunity for public comment.
- Presentation by DDA Director
Downtown Development Authority
The document presents a comparative balance sheet for the Allen Park Downtown Development Authority Fund 248. It compares assets, liabilities, and fund balances for the periods ending March 31, 2023, and March 31, 2024.
- Ending fund balance of $6,213,325.93 as of March 31, 2024
- Cash in bank for DDA fund totaling $2,089,003.62 as of March 31, 2024
- DDA site improvements valued at $12,793,471.91 as of March 31, 2024
- Total liabilities and fund balance of $6,942,247.59 as of March 31, 2024
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will consider several grants for local business improvements. The board will vote on increasing the facade improvement grant cap and awarding funds to two businesses. A contract for a Farmers Market produce stand is also up for approval.
- Increase facade improvement grant cap from $10,000 to $25,000
- $20,000 grant award for Dunleavy’s & Sons at 6004 Allen Road
- $15,000 grant award for Crossfit Downriver at 5903 Allen Road
- $9,200 contract with Eastern Market for Farmers Market produce stand
Library Board
The Allen Park Library Commission voted unanimously to amend its bylaws and change its regular meeting day from the first Wednesday to the third Wednesday of each month. The board also approved the October 18, 2023 minutes as corrected and heard reports on recent programs, including an eclipse party that distributed 500 glasses and a summer reading program with 73 participants.
- Amended bylaws to move regular meetings to third Wednesday of month (unanimous)
- Approved October 18, 2023 minutes as corrected
Festivities Commission
The Allen Park Festivities Commission is meeting to discuss logistics for upcoming events. The agenda includes topics such as security services, radio advertisements, and equipment rentals. The commission will also receive updates on bands and sponsorships.
- Security services and police vest donation
- Radio advertisements and sound
- Tent and table rentals
- Updates on bands and sponsorships
Festivities Commission
The commission approved $4,000 for the purchase of external police vests and authorized a monthly investment of $1,085 for radio advertisements on WDVD 96.3. Other items regarding the Kids Zone and security services were deferred for further information or quotes.
- Approved $4,000 for Police Department external vests (6-0)
- Approved monthly investment of $1,085 for 35 weekly commercials on WDVD 96.3 (6-0)
- Approved April 3, 2024 agenda
- Approved March 6, 2024 minutes
Festivities Commission
The Festivities Commission is discussing preparations for the Memorial Day Parade, including street closures and a Kids Zone. The meeting also covers bands, sponsorships, and equipment rentals.
- Memorial Day Parade street closures and Kids Zone planning
- Discussion of bands and sponsorships
- Rental of Porta Johns, tents, and golf carts
- Review of event planner task list
Festivities Commission
The commission is reviewing donation requests from the Parks and Recreation and Fire Departments. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Zumbathon requests, table and tent rentals, and updates on bands and sponsorships.
- Donation requests from Parks and Rec and Fire Department
- Zumbathon request
- Table and tent rental decision
- Updates on bands, sponsorships, and PortaJohn rentals
- Budget update
Festivities Commission
The Commission approved several funding requests for city improvements and community events. Decisions included funding for ball diamond renovations, firefighter communication equipment, and the selection of a tent vendor for the annual fair.
- Approved up to $23,500 for Champaign Park ball diamond renovations
- Approved up to $11,487 for three FireCom wired headset systems for the Fire Department
- Approved the Zumbathon charity event benefiting Downriver ARC
- Approved Olson as the tent vendor for the annual fair
- Approved offering the Beer Tent and Block Captains to the Knights of Columbus of Allen Park
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will consider purchasing 6834 Park Avenue for $19,434.58. The board will also vote on facade improvement grants for The StrEATery at 5955 Allen Road and an amendment to the legal services agreement with Daniel Law P.C. A partnership regarding the Made in Michigan Festival is also on the agenda.
- Purchase of 6834 Park Avenue for a total price of $19,434.58
- Facade improvement grants for The StrEATery at 5955 Allen Road
- Amendment to DDA Legal Services Agreement with Daniel Law P.C.
- Partnership with APCCF for the Made in Michigan Festival beer tent
Downtown Development Authority
This document presents a comparative balance sheet for the Allen Park Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Fund 248. It compares financial data from the period ending January 31, 2023, to the period ending January 31, 2024.
- Total assets increased from $6,642,994.02 to $7,033,768.86
- Cash in bank for the ODA fund increased from $1,972,315.41 to $2,214,411.08
- Accrued interest payable remained at $5,149.22 for both periods
Festivities Commission
The commission is reviewing preparations for upcoming festivities, including band updates and equipment rentals. Discussion includes street closure approvals for beer sales and various sponsorship and donation updates.
- Approval of Street Closure for Fair and Beer Sales
- Discussion of tent and table rentals
- Discussion of PortaJohn rental
- Police donation update
- Sponsorship update
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will meet to vote on paying 100% of expenses for paving an alley on the north side of Ecorse Road. The board will also review the 2024 Calendar of Special Events and elect new DDA Executive Officers.
- Approval of 100% DDA payment for paving alley on North Side of Ecorse Road
- Approval of 2024 DDA Calendar of Special Events
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
- Update on Top Shelf Liquor agreement and 6834 Park Avenue
- Review of December 2023 expenses and financial reports
Downtown Development Authority
The Allen Park Downtown Development Authority will meet to approve December 2023 expenses and the 2024 calendar of special events. The board will also consider paying 100% of expenses for paving an alley on the north side of Ecorse Road. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of new DDA Executive Officers.
- Approval of 100% payment for paving alley on North Side of Ecorse Road (between Winona Ave. and Cortland Ave.)
- Approval of DDA 2024 Calendar of Special Events
- Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
- Approval of December 2023 expenses and financial reports
- Update on Top Shelf Liquor Agreement