Waterford, MI

Cable Commission

Parks & Recreation Board

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will vote on seven applications for zoning variances. Most requests involve residential setbacks, roof eaves, or shoreline distances. One request involves a commercial sign at 5696 Dixie Hwy.

• Variance for a 22.0 ft sign setback at 5696 Dixie Hwy (Metro Signs & Lighting).
• Four variances for house and roof eave setbacks at 1384 Rossdale Dr (SJZ Homes).
• Two variances for garage and roof eave setbacks at 3891 Dill Dr (Michael Nemeth).
• Variance for a covered patio 32.8 ft from lakefront at 987 Stratton Dr (Jacob Kohn).
• Two variances for existing fence heights in clear vision area at 2955 Bayberry Dr (Donnelly).

Library Advisory Board

The Waterford Township Library Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, hear reports from the library director and trustees, and discuss unfinished business including a 2026 revision of the Rules of Conduct. They will also consider new business items such as a board matrix and the committee's mission statement. The meeting includes public comment and is scheduled for August 26, 2026.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from May 27, 2026
• Director's report for May and June 2026
• Financial status report for May, June, and July 2026
• Discussion of Rules of Conduct 2026 revision
• New business: Board Matrix and Library Advisory Committee Mission Statement

Planning Commission

The Waterford Township Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a special approval request to expand a vehicle repair facility's parking lot and convert a storage building into repair bays at 2293 Elizabeth Lake Rd/36 Carpenter Ct, and a proposed six-month extension to the moratorium on data centers in all zoning districts. The commission will also consider a consent agenda with administrative reviews for change-of-use and minor site plan modifications.

• Public hearing: Special Approval Case No. PRSA 26-06-01, major vehicle repair facility expansion at 2293 Elizabeth Lake Rd/36 Carpenter Ct
• Public hearing: Text Amendment Case No. PRSA 26-01-03, six-month extension to data center moratorium in all zoning districts
• Consent agenda: Change of use for Steve's Waterworks at 7612 Highland Rd (plumbing/drain cleaning)
• Consent agenda: Change of use for Deal Point Wholesale at 115 Crake Blvd (freight handling)
• Consent agenda: Minor site plan changes for Club Royale (4300 Cass Elizabeth Rd), Plaza Donation Bins (1003 S Cass Lake Rd), and Office Complex (4904 Highland Rd)

Board of Trustees

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees will consider adopting a zoning text amendment for personal grooming and massage establishments and a related massage ordinance amendment. The board will also discuss a request for a public hearing for a special assessment district for police and fire services, and review designs for the Drayton Plains Central Business District revitalization project. Several routine reports and minutes are on the consent agenda.

• Possible adoption of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 2026-Z-011 for Personal Grooming & Massage Establishments
• Possible adoption of Ordinance 2026-004, Massage Ordinance Amendment/Spa
• Police and Fire request for public hearing for Special Assessment District (SAD)
• Drayton Plains Central Business District Revitalization Project designs
• Appropriation of additional funding for the 51st District Court Sobriety Court Program

Drayton Plains Nature Center Advisory Committee

The Drayton Plains Nature Center Advisory Committee is meeting to review an Eagle Scout project proposal by Ethan Duda, approve minutes from July 21, 2026, and receive reports from staff and partner organizations. They will also discuss updates on the Nature and Adventure Camp 2026, the Community Center, and the Management Plan. The meeting is open to public comments.

• Eagle Scout Project Proposal – Ethan Duda
• Review and approve minutes from July 21, 2026
• Nature and Adventure Camp 2026 update
• Community Center update
• Management Plan update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Waterford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to consider two variance requests. The first is for a property at 4225 Farner Ave to build a detached garage closer to the lake and road than allowed. The second is for a property at 6832 Brightwood Ct for a similar garage setback variance. The board will also approve minutes from prior meetings and take public comment.

• Case PZBA26-026: 43.5 ft lakefront setback variance for detached garage at 4225 Farner Ave
• Case PZBA26-026: 41.4 ft variance for roof eave/gutter from lakefront
• Case PZBA26-026: 14.0 ft variance for garage from roadside property line
• Case PZBA26-027: 22.0 ft variance for garage setback at 6832 Brightwood Ct
• Case PZBA26-027: 19.7 ft variance for roof eave/gutter from roadside

Hess-Hathaway Park Advisory Committee

The Hess-Hathaway Park Advisory Committee will hold a routine meeting to review reports from park staff and discuss ongoing projects. The agenda includes updates on the community building restroom project and the community center, as well as planning for the Harvest Happening and a mural ribbon-cutting. No specific dollar amounts or binding decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Review of the Community Building Restroom Project
• Planning for the DIA PIPA Mural Ribbon-Cutting Celebration on August 22nd
• Planning for the Harvest Happening event
• Reports on the Community Garden and 51st District Court Garden
• Review of 2026 Summer Day Camps and Equine Evening events

The Hess-Hathaway Park Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend that only the Williams Lake Road entrance remain open, opposing a neighbor's request for an additional access point due to safety concerns. The committee also approved the agenda and prior minutes, and received updates on park programs, farm animals, and upcoming events.

• Approved agenda (motion by J. Powers, second L. Hardacre)
• Approved May 14, 2026 minutes (motion by K. Callahan, second J. Barker)
• Recommended keeping only the Williams Lake Road access point (unanimous)

Defined Contribution Committee

The Waterford Township Defined Contribution Committee will consider approving invoices, ratifying insurance, and discussing a recordkeeper consolidation. They will also review proposed amendments to the deferred compensation plan to allow rollovers and in-service distributions.

• Approval of AsherKelly legal fees invoice for $3,460.00
• Approval of Mariner consulting fees invoice for $10,000.00
• Ratification of fiduciary liability insurance invoice for $6,367.00
• Discussion of recordkeeper consolidation, including termination requirements for Corebridge and Mission Square
• Proposed amendment to 457(b) plan to allow rollover contributions

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Waterford Township Police & Fire Pension Board will conduct routine administrative business, including approving June 2026 minutes and bills. The agenda includes a presentation on the Mariner Institutional Report and a resolution of appreciation for Jeffery Wise. No specific dollar amounts or new policy decisions are detailed in the provided text.

• Approval of June 2026 minutes
• Approval of bills
• Mariner Institutional Report presentation
• Resolution of Appreciation Honoring Jeffery Wise

The Police and Fire Pension Board approved a motion requiring retirees and beneficiaries to complete an annual Life Verification Form, adopting the same process used by the General Pension Fund. The board also approved invoices, distributions, a capital call, rebalancing, and a class action payment, and received and filed performance reports from investment managers.

• Approved minutes from June 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved financial list including invoices, distributions, capital call, rebalancing, and class action (unanimous)
• Approved annual Life Verification Form for retirees/beneficiaries, adopting General Pension Fund process (unanimous)
• Received and filed Hudson Edge performance report (unanimous)
• Received and filed ABS Global performance report (unanimous)
• Received and filed Mariner Wealth Advisors report (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees is meeting to consider introducing two zoning text amendments related to personal grooming and massage establishments, and a separate massage ordinance amendment. The agenda also includes consent agenda items such as meeting minutes, bill payments, and reports, as well as several announcements about community events and services.

• Possible introduction of Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 2026-Z-007 for Personal Grooming & Massage Establishments
• Possible introduction of Ordinance 2026-004, Massage Ordinance Amendment / Spa
• Revocable License Agreement with GM (General Motors)
• DPW vehicle purchases
• Resolution approving project plan for Lourdes Senior Community (Oakland County Economic Development Group)

The Board of Trustees approved the amended agenda, July 27 meeting minutes, August 10 bill payments, and received reports from the Clerk's Office and DPW. A banner permit for the Longest Breakfast Table was approved. Two ordinances were introduced for possible adoption on August 24: a zoning text amendment for personal grooming and massage establishments, and a massage ordinance amendment. A citizen's request to waive interest was denied, but the Board agreed to freeze the interest for 30 days.

• Approved August 10, 2026 amended agenda
• Approved July 27, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved August 10, 2026 bill payment
• Received Clerk's Office June 2026 report
• Received DPW July 2026 report
• Approved Longest Breakfast Table banner permit
• Introduced Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment 2026-Z-007 (adoption scheduled Aug 24)
• Introduced Ordinance 2026-004 Massage Ordinance Amendment (adoption scheduled Aug 24)

Board of Trustees

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve ballot language for renewing the police and fire millages for the November 3, 2026 election. The agenda includes resolutions and ballot language documents for both millage renewals. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.

• Resolution and ballot language for renewal of police millage
• Resolution and ballot language for renewal of Waterford Regional Fire Department (WRFD) millage
• Special meeting called by Supervisor Bartolotta under MCL 42.7(2)

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees approved the agenda and adopted resolutions to place police and fire operating millage renewals on the ballot. The board approved the ballot language for both the Police Department Millage #2 Renewal and the Fire Operating Millage #2 Renewal. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved August 7, 2026 agenda
• Approved resolution approving Police Department Millage #2 Renewal ballot language
• Approved resolution approving Fire Operating Millage #2 Renewal ballot language

Senior Advisory Committee

The Waterford Senior Advisory Committee is meeting to review routine reports, approve prior minutes, and discuss old and new business. Items include assistance for the Senior Expo and Bunco event, and a new Senior Survey. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or financial actions listed.

• Senior Expo Assistance
• Bunco Assistance
• Senior Survey

Cable Commission

The Waterford Cable Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda and prior minutes, receive reports from the Media Network and cable staff, and take public comment. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or new business listed.

• Approval of July 7, 2026 meeting minutes
• Media Network Report (acceptance vote)
• Cable Staff Report on subscriber complaints, PEG & franchise fees, and budget (acceptance vote)
• Public comment period

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Waterford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special hearing to consider three variance requests for a single-family home at 289 Lansing Dr. The applicant seeks to keep the existing house, roof eave, and covered porch closer to the roadside property line than current zoning allows. The board will also take public comment.

• 19.7 ft variance to keep house 15.3 ft from roadside (35 ft required)
• 17.7 ft variance for roof eave/gutter at 14.3 ft (32 ft required)
• 8.0 ft variance for covered porch at 12.0 ft (20 ft required)
• Property zoned R-1C, Single-Family Residential
• Applicant: Brian Deming

The Waterford Zoning Board of Appeals unanimously approved three variances for a partially rebuilt house at 289 Lansing Dr, allowing it to remain at its existing nonconforming setbacks from the roadside property line. The applicant, Brian Deming, had removed the original structure due to structural issues and began rebuilding without proper permit revisions, prompting a cease and desist. The board found practical difficulties existed and stipulated that all permits for new construction must be secured.

• Approved 19.7 ft variance from Section 3-900 for house setback (15.3 ft vs 35 ft required) (7-0)
• Approved 17.7 ft variance from Section 2-104.2 for roof eave/gutter setback (14.3 ft vs 32 ft required) (7-0)
• Approved 8.0 ft variance from Section 2-104.4 for covered porch setback (12.0 ft vs 20 ft required) (7-0)
• Stipulated all permits for new construction must be secured

Planning Commission

The Waterford Township Planning Commission will hold four public hearings: special approvals for keeping chickens at 2172 Ostrum St, converting a building at 4512 Dixie Hwy into a religious facility, modifying a soccer field condition at 3200 Beacham Dr, and a text amendment to allow massage and personal grooming establishments in various commercial and office districts. The commission will also consider consent agenda items, including a major site plan review for Warner Brothers Services at 5443 Perry Dr.

• Special approval for chickens at 2172 Ostrum St (PRSA 26-06-03)
• Special approval to convert building at 4512 Dixie Hwy into religious facility (PRSA 26-07-01)
• Modification to remove 20 ft net requirement at Oakdale Academy soccer field (PRSA 22-06-02)
• Text amendment to allow massage establishments in O-1, O-2, C-1 through C-4, C-UB, C-UL, TC-G, TC-L, TC-W districts
• Major site plan review for Warner Brothers Services at 5443 Perry Dr (PSP 26-1217-A)

Board of Trustees

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees will consider adopting amendments to the 2021 International Fire Code and township fire prevention code, a rezoning of 6600 and 6620 Highland Rd from O-2 General Office, and several community center contract items. They will also address FOIA appeals, a policy for filling board vacancies, and other administrative matters.

• Possible adoption of Ordinance Amendment 2026-003 (2021 International Fire Code)
• Possible adoption of Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2026-Z-010; rezoning 6600 and 6620 Highland Rd from O-2 General Office
• Community Center approval to award GMP Amendment 2 for trade contractors
• Community Center Plante Moran owner representative contract amendment (schedule adjustment)
• Mason/Metronet fiber installation agreements for township fiber

The Waterford Township Board approved the consent agenda, adopted amendments to the fire code and a zoning ordinance, upheld three FOIA appeal denials, and approved multiple contracts and agreements. No action was taken on one item, and a citizen addressed the board.

• Approved consent agenda (agenda, minutes, bill payment, reports, appointments, banner permit)
• Adopted Ordinance Amendment 2026-003 (International Fire Code and Fire Prevention Code)
• Adopted Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2026-Z-010 (rezoning 6600 and 6620 Highland Rd)
• Upheld denial of FOIA Appeal No. 1 (K. Maguire)
• Upheld denial of FOIA Appeal No. 2 (K. Maguire)
• Upheld denial of FOIA Appeal No. 3 (K. Maguire)
• Approved Community Center GMP Amendment 2 for trade contractors
• Approved Plante Moran owner representative contract amendment (schedule adjustment)

Drayton Plains Nature Center Advisory Committee

The Drayton Plains Nature Center Advisory Committee is meeting to review minutes, hear a presentation from the Clinton River Watershed Council, and receive reports from staff and partner groups. They will also discuss old business including the Zeppelin Peace Run/Walk 5K and the Six Rivers Management Plan update, and consider a new invasive species removal plan.

• Presentation by Clinton River Watershed Council
• Zeppelin Peace Run/Walk 5K update
• Six Rivers Management Plan update
• Invasive Species Removal Plan discussion
• Public comments

The Drayton Plains Nature Center Advisory Committee approved the intent to establish a kayak launch at the nature center, contingent on grant funding. Safety signage along the river will proceed in the interim. The committee also discussed invasive species removal plans and heard updates on the Community Center project.

• Approved intent for kayak launch at Drayton Plains Nature Center, pending grant funding (majority, A. Golden opposed)
• Consensus to proceed with safety signage along river from Drayton Plains Nature Center to Dodge Park 4
• Consensus to wait for grant funding before installing launch site signage
• Approved agenda
• Approved January 20, 2026 minutes

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Waterford Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting to review three variance requests. These include a height and story variance for a proposed house, a sign setback variance, and a lakefront structure setback variance. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Case PZBA26-019: 6.78 ft. height variance (36.78 ft. vs 30 ft. max) and 3-story variance (2-story max) for house at 4429 Island View Dr
• Case PZBA26-023: 9.0 ft. variance for freestanding sign setback (6 ft. vs 15 ft. required) at 3166 W Huron St
• Case PZBA26-024: 19.0 ft. variance for pergola setback from lakefront (70 ft. vs 89 ft. required) at 530 Grixdale Ln
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes; written comments due 7 days before meeting

The Waterford Zoning Board of Appeals approved all three variance requests on the agenda, each by a unanimous 6-0 roll call vote. The board granted a height and story variance for a new house at 4429 Island View Dr, a sign setback variance at 3166 W Huron St, and a lakefront setback variance for pergolas at 530 Grixdale Ln. No requests were denied or tabled.

• Approved height and story variances for new house at 4429 Island View Dr (6-0)
• Approved 9 ft sign setback variance at 3166 W Huron St (6-0)
• Approved 19 ft lakefront setback variance for pergolas at 530 Grixdale Ln (6-0)

Election Commission

The Waterford Township Election Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, appoint election inspectors for the August 4, 2026, State Primary Election, and conduct the public accuracy test of voting equipment. Public comments will be heard. This is a routine administrative meeting focused on election preparation.

• Approve resolution appointing August 4, 2026, election inspectors
• Hold public accuracy test for August 4, 2026, State Primary Election
• Approve February 5, 2026, meeting minutes

The Waterford Election Commission unanimously approved the agenda and minutes, appointed election inspectors for the August 4, 2026, primary election, and held a public accuracy test of tabulators and a voter assist terminal. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 3:39 p.m.

• Approved July 13, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 5, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution appointing election inspectors for Aug. 4, 2026 primary (unanimous)
• Held public accuracy test for Aug. 4, 2026 primary

Board of Trustees

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees will consider several items, including a resolution to approve a real estate purchase agreement for 5640 Williams Lake Rd, possible introductions of amendments to the fire code and a zoning ordinance for properties on Highland Rd, and various contracts and reports. The agenda also includes public comment periods and routine consent agenda items.

• Resolution approving real estate purchase agreement with Huffmaster Management Inc. for 5640 Williams Lake Rd
• Possible introduction of ordinance amendment 2026-003 (2021 International Fire Code and Township Fire Prevention Code amendments)
• Possible introduction of zoning ordinance amendment 2026-Z-010 (rezoning 6600 and 6620 Highland Rd from O-2 General Office)
• Campus waste & recycling removal contract for 2027-2029
• Microsoft cloud services licensing renewal 2026

The Board approved a real estate purchase agreement with Huffmaster Management Inc. for 5640 Williams Lake Rd, and upheld denials of three FOIA appeals by K. Maguire and one by S. Whiting. Several other items were approved, including agreements with Catholic Services, a library space study, Microsoft cloud services, and a waste removal contract. Two ordinance amendments were introduced and scheduled for possible adoption at the July 27, 2026 meeting.

• Approved real estate purchase agreement with Huffmaster Management Inc. for 5640 Williams Lake Rd
• Upheld denial of FOIA Appeal No. 1 – K. Maguire
• Upheld denial of FOIA Appeal No. 2 – K. Maguire
• Upheld denial of FOIA Appeal No. 3 – K. Maguire
• Upheld denial of FOIA Appeal – S. Whiting
• Approved agreement with Catholic Services
• Approved Library Space Utilization Study & Master Plan Proposal
• Approved Microsoft Cloud Services and Campus Waste & Recycling Removal Contract 2027-2029

Pension Board

The Waterford Township General Employees' Retirement System board will handle routine approvals, including minutes and insurance invoices, and discuss new business such as member expense reimbursement, the summary annual report, and a retirement. They will also review old business on fiduciary liability insurance renewal, travel expense policy, and death audits, plus receive reports on investments and legal matters.

• Invoice from Segal for fiduciary liability insurance: $4,661.40
• Invoice from Pulse 419 for death audit services: $784.00
• Reimbursement for Committee Member Krupic's MAPERS conference expenses: $278.58
• Capital call for Alidade Fund V, LP: $255,387.07
• Liquidation of CS McKee: $500,000.00

The Waterford General Employees Pension Board approved the consent agenda, including minutes and invoices, and approved a $278.58 reimbursement for a member's conference expenses. The board also approved the December 31, 2025 Summary Annual Report, granted a normal retirement to Todd Butler, adopted a revised travel expense reimbursement policy, and ratified the Treasurer's report. Additionally, the board directed investment managers to use State Street for trades when best execution is met and approved transferring $1 million to the cash account for benefits.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and invoices ($4,661.40 and $784.00)
• Approved $278.58 reimbursement for MAPERS Spring Conference expenses
• Approved December 31, 2025 Summary Annual Report for posting
• Granted normal retirement to Todd Butler effective September 21, 2026
• Adopted revised Travel Expense Reimbursement Policy with $500 advance
• Approved Treasurer's report including capital call and distributions
• Directed investment managers to use State Street for trades when best execution
• Approved transferring $250,000 from C.S. McKee and $750,000 from SSIM to cash

Pension Board

The Waterford Township Post-Retirement Health Care Trust is meeting to handle routine administrative items, including approving minutes and paying invoices for fiduciary liability insurance and an actuarial valuation. The board will also discuss renewing its fiduciary liability insurance and review investment reports, including a capital call and distributions.

• Invoice from Segal for fiduciary liability insurance: $3,107.60
• Invoice from Nyhart for 2025 actuarial valuation: $6,800.00
• Capital call to Alidade Capital Fund V, LP: $127,693.54
• Distribution from Barings: $35,963.19
• Fiduciary liability insurance renewal discussion

The Waterford Township Post-Retirement Health Care Trust board approved the consent agenda, including minutes and invoices, and ratified the treasurer's report. The board also received informational updates on fiduciary liability insurance renewal, investment performance, and a legal monitoring report. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and invoices (unanimous)
• Ratified Treasurer's report covering capital call, distribution, and rebalancing (unanimous)

Cable Commission

The Waterford Cable Commission is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes from June 2, 2026, and to accept reports on the Media Network and subscriber complaints/PEG fees. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled. The commission will also receive updates on operations and finances.

• Approval of June 2, 2026 meeting minutes
• Media Network report and subscriber complaints/PEG fee report
• Three outstanding cable complaints: Comcast line over Clinton River, AT&T line over driveway on Silver Lake Rd, Comcast line down in yard on Nancywood
• PEG fees: AT&T 1.9% below projected, Comcast 6.1% above projected; franchise fees above projections
• Year-to-date budget: revenues $201,431 (55.1% of budget), expenses $186,313 (75.8% of budget)

Planning Commission

The Waterford Township Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a special approval request to expand a vehicle repair facility at 2293 Elizabeth Lake Rd/36 Carpenter Ct, and a text amendment to allow massage and personal grooming establishments as permitted uses in several zoning districts. The commission will also consider consent agenda items and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing: Special Approval Case PRSA 26-06-01 to expand parking lot and convert storage building into repair bays at 2293 Elizabeth Lake Rd/36 Carpenter Ct
• Public hearing: Text Amendment PRSA 26-06-02 to allow massage and personal grooming establishments in O-1, O-2, C-1 through C-4, C-UB, C-UL, TC-G, TC-L, TC-W districts
• Consent agenda: Change of use for tattoo studio at 7132 Highland Rd (PCR 26-009)
• Consent agenda: Change of use for senior community center at 4141 Walton Blvd (PCR 26-010)
• Approval of minutes from April 16 and May 27, 2026 meetings

The Waterford Township Planning Commission held a regular meeting on June 23, 2026, and approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and the consent agenda unanimously. Two public hearings were postponed: a special approval case for a vehicle repair facility expansion and a text amendment regarding massage and personal grooming establishments. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 23, 2026 meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 16, 2026 training session minutes as amended (6-0)
• Approved May 27, 2026 pre-meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved May 27, 2026 regular meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Postponed Special Approval Case PRSA 26-06-01 (vehicle repair facility expansion)
• Postponed Text Amendment Case PRSA 26-06-02 (massage and personal grooming establishments)

Board of Trustees Work Session

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees is holding a work session that includes a closed session under the Open Meetings Act to consider the purchase or lease of real property. The agenda also allows trustees to discuss topics of concern and includes a public comment period limited to three minutes per person. No other substantive items are listed.

• Closed session under Open Meetings Act Section 15.268(1)(D) to consider purchase or lease of real property
• Public comment limited to three minutes per person

The Board of Trustees held a work session with no formal decisions beyond entering a closed session to discuss a potential real property purchase or lease. The board also discussed the FOIA appeals process, a policy for replacing a board member, the Bell Site appeal dismissal, road conditions, e-bikes, and property tax distribution. Public comment addressed road improvements and the police drone program.

• Entered closed session under OMA 15.268(1)(D) to consider property purchase or lease (unanimous)
• Adjourned work session at 5:55 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of Trustees

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees will consider several new business items, including a FOIA appeal, approval to amend the partial GMP and award contractors for the Community Center, a CLEMIS Authority resolution, annual sewer rate pass-through charges, a watermain replacement project on Starr, Waterly, and Calvert, cybersecurity services, and a resolution supporting a grant application. The agenda also includes routine consent agenda items and public comment periods.

• FOIA 2295 Appeal - Grider
• Community Center approval to amend partial GMP and award contractors
• CLEMIS Authority resolution
• Annual Clinton Oakland Wastewater Treatment charges pass-through
• Watermain replacement project on Starr, Waterly, & Calvert

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees approved a $7,932,782 partial Guaranteed Maximum Price amendment for the new Community Center and awarded demolition contracts totaling $802,033 to International Construction and The Adams Group. The board also approved sewer rate increases effective July 1, 2026, raising the average customer's bill by $32.44 per year, and awarded a $1,805,263.50 watermain replacement contract to HMC, LLC. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $7,932,782 partial GMP amendment for Community Center (unanimous)
• Awarded demolition contracts to International Construction & The Adams Group for $802,033 (unanimous)
• Approved sewer rate increases effective July 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Awarded watermain replacement project to HMC, LLC for $1,805,263.50 (unanimous)
• Approved $98,230 cybersecurity services from SHI (unanimous)
• Approved participation in CLEMIS Authority Interlocal Agreement (unanimous)
• Upheld FOIA denial and fee for Brian Grider (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including fireworks permits and banner permit (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Waterford Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a regular meeting on June 16, 2026, to consider five variance requests from property owners. These requests involve setbacks, building height, and expansion of nonconforming structures. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Case PZBA26-018: 1072 Erskine Way – variances for front/rear setbacks, porch, garage, and expansion of nonconforming building
• Case PZBA26-019: 4429 Island View Dr – variances for house height (36.78 ft vs 30 ft max) and three stories (two max)
• Case PZBA26-020: 6625 Lanman Dr – variances for roadside setback, roof eave, and lakefront deck setbacks
• Case PZBA26-021: 4531 Parnell Dr – variances to keep existing deck and AC unit closer to property lines
• Case PZBA26-022: 974 Stratton Dr – variances for front setback and roof eave/gutter

The Waterford Zoning Board of Appeals approved four variance requests (Cases PZBA26-018, 020, 021, 022) unanimously, allowing additions, new homes, and existing structures to deviate from setback and height requirements. The board postponed Case PZBA26-019, a request for height and story variances at 4429 Island View Dr, to the July 21, 2026 meeting, pending HOA approval and further review. No variances were denied.

• Approved variances for addition/garage/porch at 1072 Erskine Way (7-0)
• Approved variances for new house/decks at 6625 Lanman Dr (7-0)
• Approved variances for existing deck and A/C at 4531 Parnell Dr (7-0)
• Approved variances for new house at 974 Stratton Dr (7-0)
• Postponed height/story variances at 4429 Island View Dr to July 21, 2026 (7-0)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Waterford Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to approve the April minutes and receive updates on parks, Hess-Hathaway Park, and other reports. Old business includes the Community Center project, which begins July 1 with restricted access on Cooley Lake Road, and a mural by D.I.A. Partners in Public Arts. The agenda is mostly routine with informational reports and no new business items.

• Community Center construction begins July 1; access off Cooley Lake Road restricted
• Groundbreaking ceremony for Community Center to be announced
• D.I.A. Partners in Public Arts mural artist began painting in late May; reveal ceremony planned
• Receive and approve April 14, 2026 minutes
• Reports from Parks and Recreation, Hess-Hathaway Park, Golden Age Club, Township Government, Waterford School District, Drayton Plains Nature Center

The Waterford Parks and Recreation Board met on June 9, 2026, and approved the agenda and the April 14, 2026 minutes. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted of informational reports and updates on the Community Center project and a mural. The next meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2026.

• Approved agenda
• Approved April 14, 2026 minutes

Board of Trustees

The Waterford Township Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent agenda, and new business. Key items include approving a bond sale for the community center, accepting a grant for court security cameras, adjusting public safety revenue sharing, and granting a permit to Gateway Fiber. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss real property purchase or lease.

• Series 2026 bonds for Community Center
• FY 2026 MMRMA award for court security cameras
• Public Safety Revenue Sharing Program adjustments
• Gateway Fiber, LLC Metro Act permit
• Closed session to consider purchase or lease of real property

The Board of Trustees unanimously approved issuing up to $26,195,000 in general obligation bonds for the community center project, funded by voter-approved property taxes. They also approved a $33,000 budget increase for courthouse security cameras, allocated state public safety revenue sharing funds, and granted a METRO Act permit to Gateway Infrastructure. The meeting included a closed session to discuss real property purchase or lease.

• Authorized issuance of up to $26,195,000 in Series 2026 bonds for community center (unanimous)
• Approved $33,000 budget increase for courthouse security cameras (unanimous)
• Approved Public Safety Revenue Sharing Program adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved METRO Act permit for Gateway Infrastructure, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, and banner permit (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to consider purchase or lease of real property (unanimous)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Waterford Senior Advisory Committee is meeting to review its purpose, accept by-laws, and nominate officers. Members will also discuss and set the schedule of senior programs for the rest of 2026, including events like BUNCO, the Elvis Concert, and the Senior Expo.

• Officer nominations for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review and acceptance of by-laws
• Program dates for remainder of 2026, including Hot Summer Nights BUNCO, Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, Elvis Concert, America's 250th Celebration, Flea Market, Senior Expo, and Holiday events
• Report from Candace Tucker on Lifelong Recreation and Senior Services
• Report from Nicole Champoux on the Flea Market

The Senior Advisory Committee elected Liz Fox as Chairperson, Laurie Nickson as Vice Chairperson, and Sue Beseau as Secretary, each by a 6-0 vote. The committee also adopted its bylaws with a grammar correction. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on organizational matters and updates on upcoming events and the new community center.

• Adopted bylaws with grammar correction (motion by Laurie Nickson, seconded by Liz Fox)
• Elected Liz Fox as Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Laurie Nickson as Vice Chairperson (6-0)
• Elected Sue Beseau as Secretary (6-0)
• Tabled secretary nomination until September meeting (later filled)
• Agreed to assist with BUNCO program (all members)
• Volunteered to help with Flea Market (all members)

Police & Fire Pension Board

The Waterford Township Police & Fire Pension Board is holding a routine meeting to approve the April 2026 minutes and bills, review distributions, and receive presentations from Baird and Nyhart. No retirements are on the agenda. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of April 2026 minutes
• Approval of bills
• Distributions (see unattached)
• Presentations by Baird and Nyhart
• Mariner Institutional Report

The Waterford Police & Fire Pension Board approved invoices, distributions, a capital call, and a $5.8 million fund liquidation, all unanimously. They also received and filed the annual actuarial and investment reports, and approved a rebalancing recommendation from Mariner Wealth Advisors. No retirements were processed.

• Approved Q1 invoices totaling $42,839.30 (Hamlin Capital, Seizert Capital, Clarkston Capital) (unanimous)
• Approved distributions of $212,295.18 (Newbury Bridgepoint, Bloomfield Capital, Mavik Real Estate) (unanimous)
• Approved capital calls totaling $488,564.88 (RCP Multi-Strategy II, Mavik Real Estate) (unanimous)
• Approved liquidation of Clarkston Capital funds ($5,807,908) to account #8206 (unanimous)
• Received and filed Nyhart actuarial valuation report (unanimous)
• Received and filed Baird Advisors report (unanimous)
• Approved Mariner Wealth Advisors rebalancing recommendations (unanimous)