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Zalnick said the council’s budget meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 16 at 5:30 p.m., and staff expect to distribute the budget package to council members the week before. He said bids for a road-improvement project are due April 3 and that staff expect to make an award at the April 14 city council meeting.

On Pontiac Trail, Zalnick said surveyors had been working between the curb and the building line to identify public utilities that may be within the corridor. He said the Boardwalk project remains incomplete; staff asked the engineering consultant for a revised completion date after the contractor added additional bridge work and plan to report back when a new target date is available.

Zalnick said he would speak with the Department of Public Works superintendent to identify which street trees will be replaced this year and that replacing trees on county right-of-way can be more difficult because of permitting. He also confirmed he had given a resident his card regarding a recently removed large tree and expected to follow up.

Council member Kurzweil asked about a damaged sprinkler line after a sidewalk repair; Zalnick directed residents to contact the DPW office and provide the address so DPW can address the issue. Zalnick also noted a forthcoming discussion of renewable energy and Public Act 233 materials that were provided to council members for future consideration.

No formal votes were recorded on the items Zalnick reported; staff will return with bids, permit requests and budget materials as required.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","South Lyon City Council March 24 2025","oneSentenceSummary","City Manager Zalnick announced the budget meeting set for April 16, bids due April 3 for a road-improvement project with award expected April 14, ongoing Pontiac Trail surveys, Boardwalk project delay and plans to review street-tree replacements.","taxTitle","South Lyon, Oakland County, Michigan","taxId",3723,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6101763,"Police department reports certified candidates, backgrounds and required mental‑health training completed",80,740000,820000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2807160-7d2d24b4d00fad61432023e1e020d9cb&start=740&end=820","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2807160-7d2d24b4d00fad61432023e1e020d9cb/thumbnail_740000.jpg","/articles/6101763/South-Lyon/Oakland-County/Michigan/Police-department-reports-certified-candidates-backgrounds-and-required-mentalhealth-training-completed","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6101763-d16bebf6f4d56cb6f67f29ad71ca4338/orig.mp4?Expires=1770985763&Signature=Dew70VzcB7yOLLuBgrCdNZ~q4tQIUQT9mu2AOlCUbLiYLEqcgT2HMvOr8VAVjh0xbbG7TS0E07RyOf57j~Jy7gVPgxHhNS2TBkk1FxyhKbHC3Br4DOFA4IZUkkAzB72sycT7OQ6TBw1Navu29acub-iIy9ZbV17boAr4DHWcWUIVce0jXmy3MK~72q6q4kAuN1r4qnkZyNutSEsJBmeHKuaKFzzrf6RCy2kJapGe4XXJ5XgnXKq7LpBhfWostggvno1qbzujfH0Sb7Zv3-w0YrTjpCYdO0wWFxWsc~qTiFJMsrdjJ~34BXqkfQ3eG54YqEhw2npCyLJu6qnVfSqBxw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Police Chief Bakke told the South Lyon City Council on March 24 that the department conducted an oral board for a candidate who passed and that two candidates who are already certified are moving forward through background checks.

Bakke said hiring certified candidates allows the department to place officers on the road sooner — potentially about three months earlier than hiring recruits who must attend the academy. He said two background investigations are ongoing on certified candidates and that the department hosted a citizen police academy session that covered patrol operations and use-of-force topics.

The chief also reported that the department completed required continuing professional education (CPE) mental‑health training this year; state rules required officers to complete at least eight hours of mental‑health training. The department completed training for half the staff jointly with Wolverine Lake and scheduled the other half for a later date.

No formal council action was recorded on police hiring or training at the meeting.","Police Chief Bakke said the department has certified candidates progressing through hiring and completed required mental-health training for continuing professional education; a citizen police academy drew strong attendance.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6101768,"South Lyon Fire Department reports installations of smoke alarms, new hire and AED replacements",76,544000,620000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2807160-7d2d24b4d00fad61432023e1e020d9cb&start=544&end=620","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2807160-7d2d24b4d00fad61432023e1e020d9cb/thumbnail_544000.jpg","/articles/6101768/South-Lyon/Oakland-County/Michigan/South-Lyon-Fire-Department-reports-installations-of-smoke-alarms-new-hire-and-AED-replacements","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6101768-552bcdf96af5c4e3b703f61c67b32056/orig.mp4?Expires=1770985763&Signature=mbhy3lxL-BVzgbHIeYo8rsdsjYv7tCtDWytf3DHZNnHlHabp69zQa~7y3lhNwyc1AatpS~BccWB6udgPXutxLBpoAVZNIWiGl23AEbL85bxWZj4EDP1X4Cv6kDiSYSYDbqeUPI-T2tnv~YSnw2EnkzJ7sRRlXf-WV-vdCkgY6-nVUu88LMi6lvUyLMbQqNd40wtzSFrxmEkfF3NVvueXFHJ9gKigCbbgYWza3qaIAjGWbDmOYS~wyT8PVKf94kM04lMVGg9NPQ6We4WgObnRF7ohTbaFLPTJIwVcxCLh3GpxUjfYyl7VkS6Qm2KSrry2zJJPiAN8ubGKJJ1S~mUDog__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Fire Chief Thornton told the South Lyon City Council on March 24 that the Fire Department has installed multiple smoke and carbon‑monoxide alarms under a recent federal program, hired a local firefighter, and is updating automated external defibrillators (AEDs) on city apparatus.

Thornton said the department has responded to 328 calls so far this year and has a new hire, Bradford Janek, a local resident with prior fire certifications and EMT training. Thornton said the department installed combination smoke/CO alarms and battery or hardwired smoke alarms in numerous homes under the federal program and encouraged residents who need alarms to contact the department.

Thornton said the department completed installations that included 56 combination smoke-and-carbon-monoxide alarms, about 80 standalone carbon‑monoxide battery units, 57 hardwired smoke alarms and 67 battery smoke alarms; staff also noted 29 homes with battery supplies. The chief characterized the program as having a “decent impact.”

Thornton said seven new AEDs have arrived and are being swapped in on engines, rescues and staff cars as replacements for older units; he said the purchase was included in the current budget. The department’s open house for police and fire is scheduled for May 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thornton added.

Council members thanked Thornton for a rapid response to a recent downtown structure fire and asked about the city’s burning ordinance; Thornton said burning is not allowed inside the city because of proximity of homes and nuisance smoke issues. Thornton and council discussed the risk of dry conditions and the need to adhere to the city’s burning prohibition.

No formal council action on fire department items was recorded at the meeting.","Fire Chief Thornton reported smoke- and carbon-monoxide-alarm installations in dozens of homes under a federal program, hired a local firefighter, and is replacing seven AEDs on apparatus; open house set for May 17.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6101773,"DDA reports Burger Battle turnout, wins Buy Michigan Now festival and EV charger redesign",91,286000,377000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2807160-7d2d24b4d00fad61432023e1e020d9cb&start=286&end=377","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2807160-7d2d24b4d00fad61432023e1e020d9cb/thumbnail_286000.jpg","/articles/6101773/South-Lyon/Oakland-County/Michigan/DDA-reports-Burger-Battle-turnout-wins-Buy-Michigan-Now-festival-and-EV-charger-redesign","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6101773-41d69b2b4d6465f7ac4c0d2cfabcf3ef/orig.mp4?Expires=1770985763&Signature=GLx~jbcjjaF2G7SVcn7qleNvw5~LEIZ81pkLiWqvoJkEtlnNIKy4Qgq73DaBGVo-VBD5XRktDAZUOzn~YqQzY4tpjZh7L5t3QBfLofCUJQ0OHFBuNLGDzsxM0OTYoTIu8FdW9Y2~-hcPGsT4aGI6hnqWausjVWiM655YYyN83jKxmg4a6R3eqdc5daR2rJ0qfJ2TTW2zxwT-HVBrrQ1hX7-nXjbxlL1jNfC5TECh9ph8XR7bGGldUl3yOkaKxirREVRqvyMmj7aT7eRCOlXXG26T7eINPCXiu7X-AOpM49yhxBDHKiLAzxiNHCoyO2BZgucBnvqvTNivn2zsG6tz~w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A Downtown Development Authority (DDA) representative reported to the South Lyon City Council on March 24 that the DDA’s first-year Burger Battle drew 629 votes, and that South Lyon was selected as the host for the Buy Michigan Now festival in August.

The DDA representative said 629 votes were cast in the Burger Battle and that one entrant from Wixom placed first, Lyon Township finished second and third, and the local hotel finished fifth. The representative described the contest as a successful first-year event and said the community reaction was positive.

The representative also told council that Buy Michigan Now — a three-day festival that the presenter said is expected to attract between 20,000 and 30,000 people over three days — will be held in South Lyon in August. The presenter said festival organizers selected communities from a shortlist of about 10 and that South Lyon’s business and staff outreach helped secure the event.

On downtown improvements, the presenter said DTE has redesigned the proposed EV charging installation for Wells Street to reduce the number of parking spaces affected from eight to four, and that the contractor has reordered bike racks: the city expects to install 12 racks once they arrive. The DDA board approved its budget for fiscal year 2025–26 and will forward it to council for approval, the presenter added.

Council members asked how the city became involved with Buy Michigan Now; the presenter said DDA outreach and positive feedback from downtown business owners were factors. Council members asked about the festival’s prior locations; the presenter said it had been in Northville previously and that organizers sought “the next up-and-coming downtown” for future events.

The DDA representative said downtown tree trimming and light reinstallation were completed and that lights will be reinstalled once finishing work is done. The presenter said downtown planners and business owners expressed excitement for the festival and that staff will provide more information as logistics are finalized.

No formal council action was recorded on these items during the meeting; staff and the DDA will continue planning and bring budget items and permits to council as required.","Downtown Development Authority reported 629 votes in a Burger Battle, secured the Buy Michigan Now festival for August (expected 20,000–30,000 attendees), and said DTE will redesign EV charging on Wells Street to reduce lost parking spaces; 12 bike racks ordered.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6101777,"South Lyon council adopts $10,000 fixed-asset capitalization policy",466,854000,1320000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2807160-7d2d24b4d00fad61432023e1e020d9cb&start=854&end=1320","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2807160-7d2d24b4d00fad61432023e1e020d9cb/thumbnail_854000.jpg","/articles/6101777/South-Lyon/Oakland-County/Michigan/South-Lyon-council-adopts-10000-fixed-asset-capitalization-policy","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6101777-1a4710fed6e42e803d146fe32a20f5fe/orig.mp4?Expires=1770985763&Signature=hAekhf~H5wUTypO2f140ontPz1tbIvILhrTCHfg1EuWogZBHYQ0nE89FnGqJN34YCulPXgVdPh~31R~6cz7AmgFoRIYEMiaIz7ra8cAEqqVlW6yiJQCtk-n0Fzd5BejGd9hvIa6~R-ptKA7Pf~wH6RRrZwGr8xjgkUuqa-9sgYcbZaDVKiV4zioympywCD-togBgLRJSshBWTL7WD0Ds0nkslCt2batv8hlXhIK9aN7xPghADiwUzTq5u6c8h-~nf85yTPcyw6c2nu7~yj~x9vNpRWSdR9mRZsFIPB23GKmfKVrC5JdVld1nKQlrcMVOqfExPpXwLQv0KbIXTYNALg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A city staff member presented and the South Lyon City Council on March 24 approved a formal fixed-asset capitalization policy that raises the capitalization threshold from the city’s prior internal guidance of $2,500 to $10,000, officials said.

The change, presented by a city staff member responsible for the policy review, follows recommendations from the city’s auditors, Plante Moran, and guidance from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). The presenter said the new threshold is intended to align South Lyon’s accounting practices with common municipal standards and reduce the number of low-value items carried as assets on the city’s books.

City staff told the council the city had been operating under an internal policy that capitalized items at $2,500 or more in some cases. The presenter said that Plante Moran has urged the city to adopt a formal policy using a $10,000 threshold because “items less than $10,000 dollars 10,000 threshold, are considered minimal” and would typically be expensed rather than capitalized.

Council member Mosher moved to approve the fixed-asset capitalization policy; Council member Kibble seconded the motion. In a roll call vote the motion carried: Mosher — yes; Kurzweil — yes; Bill — yes; Kibble — yes; Kennedy — yes. The motion was recorded as carrying.

The staff presentation included proposed depreciation schedules and category guidance (for example, longer lives for water-treatment assets and shorter lives for tools and equipment) that the presenter said were drawn from standard accounting guidelines and GASB recommendations. The presenter said the schedules are recommendations rather than inflexible rules and that some categories were split into more detailed lines than the city previously used.

Council members asked for the rationale for raising the threshold and for the source of the depreciation schedules. The presenter said the higher threshold reduces “carrying more liability on your books” and that the schedules follow standard recommendations from accounting standards boards and the city’s auditors. Council member Kurzweil asked why the change had not been made earlier; the presenter replied that Plante Moran had been encouraging a formal policy for several years and that rising costs and more capital purchases made a formal policy timely.

The adopted policy will be implemented through a resolution attached to the staff materials and will change how the city records purchases with useful lives of more than one year. The resolution and the attached capitalization schedule were provided to council with the meeting materials.","The council voted to replace an internal $2,500 capitalization threshold with a formal $10,000 policy aligned with GASB guidance; motion carried by roll call vote.","actionData","errors"]

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