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Brennan Diehl, who identified himself as a rising junior at Stoney Creek High School and the youth council representative to the City Council, said the council’s 2025–26 term begins Sept. 1 and the orientation for new and returning members is scheduled for Aug. 15. Diehl and youth council members described community service projects from the past year, including volunteer support at city events, donations to families in need and a cultural fair that organizers said drew more than 400 attendees.

Eliza Pizzuti, the youth council chair, and Yuna Wu, the secretary, presented the year‑in‑review video that highlighted the group’s work with the fire department open house, the Pumpkin Festival at Van Hoosen Farm, “Wet n’ Wild” summer programs and a “social reset” mental‑health panel at the public library. “We couldn’t do what we do without them,” a youth council member said, referring to the city staff and council members who support the program.

The council recognized several graduating seniors who are headed to college, and the mayor and councilmembers thanked the youth council for its participation in civic events and civic outreach. Officials said the program helps engage students in local government work and provides support for city communications and events.

The youth council leaders said they welcome community participation in upcoming events and encouraged residents to follow the city’s announcements for volunteer opportunities and the youth orientation on Aug. 15.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","The August 11th, 2025 City Council Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","Seventeen students were sworn in as Rochester Hills Government Youth Council members Aug. 11. Youth council leaders outlined a year of volunteer events, a Sept. 1 term start and an orientation on Aug. 15.","taxTitle","Rochester Hills City, Oakland County, Michigan","taxId",5007,"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},6495180,"Midwest Strategy Group warns Lansing budget impasse could affect state projects; cites Nowicki Park priority",908,4372000,5280000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5560122-9909981afc12e7ee412ceb5644cedd3e&start=4372&end=5280","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5560122-9909981afc12e7ee412ceb5644cedd3e/thumbnail_4372000.jpg","/articles/6495180/Rochester-Hills-City/Oakland-County/Michigan/Midwest-Strategy-Group-warns-Lansing-budget-impasse-could-affect-state-projects-cites-Nowicki-Park-priority","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6495180-87922b1524b12b6c5b7ca0e1821c3205/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151633&Signature=hSk53iPUxQXzhnZt9NeY5ChGHQjfs8xnXYDTK5F4gMHl3kyc-f15iMm70RTrOya0mInSChZhDVFm8MM1gn-6-NIGIgHeBz6Z970KVfUNOYQQFFZ06BAItDGM6b35uBmU32XhXh8fvlzh1jjS63O~ZZgnDm2HkJBNKzjZ0Xfd28JYe2ruRBMPKqSEf4vkkUL8neOG6v0~E~TvDtEkor3qUk5eT2Q~B5rdoDPZbt~1LuAe7fY3vQOlsOGPNMe8hFEv~4ixz6r9epybOLVsV3wP6wWfYeSgyXpE~jMp1bAkglxF4AqUwn4N9sXR7vsolS0TmraG7hoZlU1HPW7VHBbmpw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Adam Wright of Midwest Strategy Group briefed the Rochester Hills City Council on Aug. 11 about the ongoing budget stalemate in Lansing, potential implications for local projects and several bills under consideration that could affect municipalities.

“It’s the biggest news,” Wright said, summarizing the central issue: the legislature missed a self‑imposed July 1 deadline to pass a state budget. He said the Senate has passed a full budget and the House has passed a school‑aid budget, but differences remain and a consensus revenue estimate has complicated the Senate’s position. Wright said the governor has linked passage of a roads funding package to finalizing the budget and that competing proposals differ on whether to raise new revenue or achieve reductions. “There has to be compromise,” Wright said.

Wright told council that Representative Tisdale had made Nowicki Park a priority in appropriations requests and that the project has advanced in ranking for possible funding. He noted fiscal deadlines: the legislature must pass a budget before Sept. 30 to avoid a government shutdown; past shutdowns have been short but disruptive.

Other legislative topics Wright raised that could affect Rochester Hills included:
- Public Safety and Violence Prevention Fund bills under Senate consideration that would allocate additional funds to communities based on violent‑crime statistics.
- A proposed revenue‑sharing trust fund that would guarantee revenue‑sharing dollars by earmarking a portion of the state sales tax.
- A possible fix for disabled‑veteran property tax costs that shifts some local burdens to the state in a phased approach, with estimated long‑term costs.
- Reintroduction of bills affecting housing regulations and local control — measures discussed include statewide standards for duplexes, accessory dwelling units and parking/setback maximums; Wright said access to capital and current interest rates remain larger obstacles for developers than local zoning in many cases.
- A renewed stormwater utility proposal that would provide a dedicated funding mechanism for stormwater collection and treatment; Wright referenced the Bolt v. City of Lansing court decision and said proposed legislation would address the legal issues raised by that ruling.

Wright also flagged potential statewide ballot initiatives that councilmembers should watch, including proposals on ranked‑choice voting and an income surtax proposal sometimes summarized as a “tax the rich” initiative (a proposed higher rate on incomes above specified thresholds to fund the school aid fund).

Councilmembers asked questions about ranked‑choice voting implementation, stormwater utilities’ intended uses and the likelihood of a budget before Oct. 1. Wright said implementation of ranked choice would require enabling legislation for local governments, that a stormwater utility would create a stable funding mechanism for flood and drainage projects, and that while a budget can be reached he emphasized the compressed timetable for negotiations.

The briefing informed the council’s ongoing discussions about state advocacy and local priorities such as Nowicki Park funding; the administration said it would keep the mayor and council updated as Lansing negotiations progress.","Adam Wright of Midwest Strategy Group told Rochester Hills council the Michigan Legislature had missed a self‑imposed July 1 budget deadline and that local priorities such as Nowicki Park are awaiting appropriation decisions as negotiations continue.",{"_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},6495186,"Rochester Hills council approves Pine Trace expansion, personnel ordinance changes and sets budget hearing",2598,5112000,7710000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5560122-9909981afc12e7ee412ceb5644cedd3e&start=5112&end=7710","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5560122-9909981afc12e7ee412ceb5644cedd3e/thumbnail_5112000.jpg","/articles/6495186/Rochester-Hills-City/Oakland-County/Michigan/Rochester-Hills-council-approves-Pine-Trace-expansion-personnel-ordinance-changes-and-sets-budget-hearing","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6495186-220cfc3b804a54647512a51454d05a12/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151633&Signature=h2H0MFUvg0OEp~0yoMHXSPAbll6hZg3BkjoRP95dTe5-ZnvtsYwusKgiIqt9dW8IvqTi8YIzDrZHdmt2X0a7OEP2g84gjBFUdkO7mY51pzC-xA42-kYJH-qzZ2Qrbw9YlBBUepgtcCI7mPlr2i4ZppwQAVUf0x7pAheurPB~0YPHgdnTMRW3wYTMbCiX3h1tjtKM2S8NTEt-7goReMZcORu8LW4G2sKz~F4n9yLGI-1YIdkLzv8Oxb805MD8h7wrUZ8wErN1sJ0GJDRSCkrTAUeh7~9aGGYvu74E-kHcKVbHwmuFvecAukunG6-lTtw-6QEbtVSPia9MHaKo793pzQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Rochester Hills City Council on Aug. 11 unanimously approved several land‑use, administrative and procurement actions, including conditional‑use approval for an expanded banquet facility at Pine Trace Golf Course, amendments to the city personnel appeal ordinance, and setting a public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget.

The council voted to approve a conditional use and site plan for Pine Trace Golf Course to expand its clubhouse and banquet facilities and construct a new driveway and parking areas. The motion, made by Councilmember Walker and seconded by Councilmember Moreland, passed unanimously. Applicant Michael Bilen said construction of the golf course renovations is under way and the expanded banquet facility construction is planned to follow; he estimated course work would be completed next year and building work could finish in 2027 depending on permitting and construction schedules. Councilmember Walker described the project as “absolutely stunning” and said he expected ribbon‑cutting in the near future.

Councilmembers also adopted an ordinance amending sections 82‑30, 82‑32 and 82‑33 of the personnel article of the city code to modify the composition of the personnel appeals board and provisions governing suspensions. The ordinance was accepted for second reading and adoption with an effective date following publication on Aug. 17. The motion was offered by Councilmember Mangioli and seconded by Councilmember Moreland; the vote was unanimous.

Other items approved without recorded opposition included:
- Distribution of the draft 2025 city master plan to adjacent communities for the statutorily required 63‑day review period; the planning commission had recommended the distribution.
- Authorization to submit a special liquor license application for the Rochester Hills Museum masquerade fundraising event on Oct. 25, 2025.
- A blanket purchase order for snow removal services for designated city properties for the 2025–26 winter season, not to exceed $170,000.
- An increase of $20,000 to the design‑build contract for the Innovation Hills restroom project to cover additional DTE electrical service charges, raising the project total to $1,029,444.
- Amendments to the council rules of procedure to clarify how motions are stated and to reorder certain agenda items.
- Amendment No. 3 to the 2025–27 Oakland County Sheriff’s Office law enforcement services agreement adjusting staffing after the Rochester Community Schools reduced its school resource officer request; the city’s amended contract staff level is reflected in the proposed 2026 budget.

The council also acknowledged receipt of the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget and set a public hearing for 7 p.m. on Sept. 8, 2025, at Rochester Hills City Hall. The administration reported the three‑year proposed budget totals approximately $223 million for FY 2026 and represents a 0.06 percent increase from the amended 2025 budget.

Several consent‑agenda procurement and administrative items were adopted, including routine purchase authorizations for janitorial supplies, election ballot printing and fire extinguisher services, and extension of turnout gear blanket purchase orders.

Council votes on the recorded items were unanimous with no members recorded as opposed; one council member (Neubauer) was noted as absent earlier in the evening’s roll call.

The city will publish the required notice for the Sept. 8 budget hearing and maintain budget documents in the clerk’s office, the city resource center, the public library and on the city website.","At its Aug. 11 meeting the Rochester Hills City Council unanimously approved a package of land-use and administrative items — including conditional use approval for a Pine Trace banquet expansion, an amendment to employee appeal procedures, and a public hearing date for the 2026 budget — and authorized routine contracts and purchases.","actionData","errors"]

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