Livonia council votes to place $150 million municipal facilities bond on August 5 ballot

The Livonia City Council voted 6–0 Tuesday to put a proposed $150 million municipal facilities bond before voters on the August 5, 2025 primary ballot. The measure would finance a new police headquarters, upgrades to the city’s fire stations, a new Civic Center library and a central gathering plaza and connected bike and walking loop.

The proposal, described by the mayor as “one solution to two major problems,” asks residents to authorize borrowing up to $150,000,000 over 25 years. The administration and consultants told council they plan to issue the bond in two series: a first draw of up to $100,000,000 and a later request of up to $50,000,000 if additional funds are needed.

Why it matters: city officials said the city’s municipal buildings are aging or functionally obsolete, and that reinvestment is required to maintain public safety, accessibility and services that support families and local businesses. City leaders framed the bond as an investment in public safety, modernized facilities and a civic gathering space intended to help retain and attract residents.

Mayor (unnamed) told council the plan is intended “to modernize our police…