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VIRTUAL MEETINGS- STATE OF MICHIGAN UPDATE
On March 31 the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services allowed the Township to conduct an in-person meeting without the limitations imposed by the prior MDHHS Orders (i.e., no more than 25 persons are gathered). Virtual meetings are only allowed if there is a state of emergency or state of disaster declared by a local government. As a result, the previously posted and advertised virtual Planning Commission meeting for April 6, 2021 has been postponed. Please follow our website and calendar for updates.
2021 Burn Permits
2021 Burn Permits are available for download here. As a reminder, please print off, sign and date, and keep at the place of burning whenever you are burning in the Township. Copies of this permit are also available at Township Hall, 4393 Collins Rd.New Building Inspection Information
Effective Monday, April 5th, 2021, the cut-off time for building inspection scheduling is 3pm each day. All inspections scheduled prior to 3pm will be carried out the next business day unless otherwise requested. Business days for building inspections are Monday-Thursday.
2021 NoHaz Event Dates
Parks and Recreation Spring Newsletter
The Parks and Recreation Spring Newsletter is here! Click here to read it!Gravel Roads Update
The Oakland County Road Commission has issued a press release on the condition of Township gravel roads. Please click here for the press release. Freezing and thawing conditions have caused the gravel roads to be very bumpy. Please exercise caution when driving!
Treasurers Office News
PROPERTY TAXES:2020 Winter tax bills were mailed to residents on December 1, 2020 and were due February 16, 2021. Payments received after February 16 will be assessed a 3% penalty. For payment options, Click Here. To view important property information including 2020 taxes, tax payment history Click Here.
DOG LICENSES:
You can now purchase 2021 dog licenses online: www.oakgov.com
The fee schedule is below:
$10.50 - 1 year license for spayed/neutered dog
$9.75 - for seniors
$28.50 - 3 year license for spayed/neutered dog
$26.25 - for seniors
$18.00 - 1 year license for intact dog
$16.50 - for seniors
$51.00 - 3 year license for intact dog
$46.50 - for seniors
Notice of Public Hearing - Community Development Block Grant Funds
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Oakland will hold a public hearing on the use of Community Development Block Grant Funds. The Hearing will be held on February 23, 2021 at 7pm via GoToMeeting at https://www.gotomeet.me/OaklandTownship/ot-public-govt-meetings or 1 (646) 749-3112 Access code: 248- 219-757 to hear public comments on the CDBG Program Year 2020 application in the approximate amount of $22,828 to fund eligible projects. All interested citizens are requested to attend the Hearing. Comments will also be received in writing or in person at 4393 Collins Rd Rochester Mi 48306 until Monday, February 22, 2021. Arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs, including handicap accessibility or interpreter, will be made upon receiving 72-hour notice. Contact Jamie Moore at 248-651-4440 for special services.
Jamie Moore, Assistant Township Manager
Published www.oaklandtownship.org Posted February 11, 2021
Ice Rink and Sled Hill
Ice Rink at Bear Creek Hotline 248-651-4440 ext. 289
Sled Hill at Lost Lake Hotline 248-651-4440 ext. 299
Oakland County Vaccine Information
Oakland County residents can save their spot in line for the vaccine as long as they fall into an eligible group. Click here to fill the form out online. You can also call 1-800-848-5533 if you would like to fill out the form over the phone.
Covid-19 Testing
Oakland County Health Division is offering multiple sites for Covid-19 drive through testing. The testing is offered at no cost, no physician prescription needed, appointments are required. CLICK HERE for contact information, testing locations and times. Please continue to stay safe!Commission Vacancies
The township has openings on the Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Historic District Commission and Safety Paths and Trails Committee. Consider applying today. Submit applications via email: mail@oaklandtownship.orgFree Grocery Pickup for Oakland Township Seniors
Oakland County has announced a new partnership with Shipt for free grocery delivery for all County seniors, including those in Oakland Township! Click here for more information.
Township Drive Up Drop Box
November 3, 2020 General Election Results
Please click here to access unofficial election results for the General Election held Tuesday, November 3rd. Oakland Township results can be accessed by click the "municipal" tab and scrolling down to Oakland Township.Hunting and Parks News
Please click here for a news update about hunting and park closure information in Oakland Township.Latest Emergency Order Under MCL 333.2253 – Gathering Prohibition and Mask Order
See the latest emergency order here.Summer Property Taxes Due
2020 Summer tax bills were mailed to residents on July 1, 2020 and are due September 14, 2020. Payments received after September 14, 2020 will be assessed interest at a rate of 1.0% per month until paid. To pay online, click here. To view important property information including 2020 taxes, click here.
Township Hall Hours
Parks and Recreation Fall Newsletter
Click here for the Oakland Township Parks and Recreation Newsletter to see all that is going on at the parks in Oakland Township!August 4, 2020 Primary Election Results
The unofficial results for the August 4, 2020 State Primary election are available here.Phragmites Outreach Program
Forms are due by August 1 annually.
Phragmites Information Page
Parks and Recreation Newsletter
The Oakland Township Parks and Rec Summer Newsletter is now available! Click here to read it and stay updated on what is going on in Oakland Township.Parks and Recreation Online Survey
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45th District Forum - League of Women's Voters
There was a candidate forum for the 45th District State House race for the League of Women Voters. View the link here!Township Hall Hours
Township Hall remains closed to the public through Friday, June 12th. Appointments are still available during business hours by calling 248-651-4440 or emailing mail@oaklandtownship.org. Starting Monday, June 15th, Township Hall is open to the public from 10:00am-2:00pm. Residents who wish to do business at Township Hall should wear a mask and complete a passive screening before entering the building. Social distancing policies apply at all times. Thank you for doing your part to keep everyone safe!Dog License Purchase/Renewal
Oakland County is waiving their enhanced access fee for online transactions at this time. Also, Oakland County is waiving the delinquent fee for dog licenses through the end of 2020. The fee schedule is below:
$10.50 - 1 year license for spayed/neutered dog
$9.75 - for seniors
$28.50 - 3 year license for spayed/neutered dog
$26.25 - for seniors
$18.00 - 1 year license for intact dog
$16.50 - for seniors
$51.00 - 3 year license for intact dog
$46.50 - for seniors
No-HAZ Cancellation
The No-HAZ dropoff day scheduled for Saturday, July 18th has been cancelled. Please continue to stay safe!2020 Burn Permit
Liquor License Public Hearing #2
The Charter Township of Oakland Board of Trustees will be holding a Public Hearing for the purpose of receiving public comment for a proposed Liquor License at 4856 N. Adams Rd, Oakland Township. The public hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m. on June 9, 2020 via GoToMeeting Videoconference. Any interested person may appear and comment in person or by agent or attorney upon the scheduled agenda item during the public hearing to be held at the date, time and location above. Written comments may be submitted to the Charter Township of Oakland at 4393 Collins Rd, Rochester, MI 48306 or via email at mail@oaklandtownship.org prior to the scheduled Public Hearing date. Documents pertaining to any request on the agenda are available for review during normal business hours by appointment at the Oakland Township office or in the meeting packet posted on the Township’s website. Necessary and reasonable aids to individuals with disabilities will be provided at the meeting with seven days notice.
Liquor License Public Hearing #1
The Charter Township of Oakland Board of Trustees will be holding a Public Hearing for the purpose of receiving public comment for a proposed Liquor License at 4972 N. Adams Rd, Oakland Township. The public hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m. on June 9, 2020 via GoToMeeting Videoconference. Any interested person may appear and comment in person or by agent or attorney upon the scheduled agenda item during the public hearing to be held at the date, time and location above. Written comments may be submitted to the Charter Township of Oakland at 4393 Collins Rd, Rochester, MI 48306 or via email at mail@oaklandtownship.org prior to the scheduled Public Hearing date. Documents pertaining to any request on the agenda are available for review during normal business hours by appointment at the Oakland Township office or in the meeting packet posted on the Township’s website. Necessary and reasonable aids to individuals with disabilities will be provided at the meeting with seven days notice.
COVID-19 Testing
Testing for COVID-19 is now available for Oakland County residents with or without symptoms. Click here for more information. Please continue to stay safe!Stay At Home Order Update
Governor Whitmer has relaxed some restrictions in her stay at home order. Click here for the press release. Have a safe Memorial Day weekend!Burning to Resume
Birthday Party Drive-By Requests
Due to the Governor's gradual lifting of the State of Emergency Order, we have suspended Public Safety Party Drive-By events after May 30th. We are currently fully booked until the end of the month and we are no longer taking requests. We are very sorry.
Thank you for your understanding and please continue to stay safe! Happy birthday to all who are celebrating during this uncertain time!
Stay At Home Order Extension
Governor Whitmer has extended the stay-at-home order through May 28, 2020 by Executive Order 2020-77. Click here for the full text of the order.Public Meetings Update
Governor Whitmer has issued Executive Order 2020-75 that extends allowing public bodies to conduct public meetings remotely. This new order expires June 30th. Click here for the text of the new executive order.Oakland Township Named Michigan's Safest City
Oakland Township has placed #1 in the Top 20 Michigan's Safest Cities for 2020! Thank you to all residents for making this possible! Click here for the Top 20 Safest Cities Report.Virtual Public Meetings
Township public meetings are being held remotely due to the coronavirus pandemic. You can access all meetings by either clicking here or by calling 1 (646) 749-3112. The access code for this is 248-219-757.Notice of Public Hearing
On Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at 7:00pm The Charter Township of Oakland Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to receive public comments on the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant Application TF20-114 ‘Accessible Pathway Development Cranberry Lake Farm’. The pathway will connect to the parking area and continue north providing access to the Hen House and orchard area. Cranberry Lake Farm is located within Cranberry Lake Park, at 388 West Predmore Road, Oakland, MI 48363, ½ mile west of Rochester Road in northern Oakland Township.
Read More...Governor Whitmer Extends Stay At Home Order
Governor Whitmer has extended the stay at home order due to the coronavirus pandemic to May 15th. However, some restrictions have been lifted. Please click here for more information. The full executive order for the restriction is here.Oakland Township Candidates
The Oakland County Candidate List for candidates running in the August 4, 2020 primary election has been posted. Click here for the list. Oakland Township candidates are on pages 24-25.Lawn Service Notice
Historic District Commission Member
APPLICATION TO SERVE OF BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
Stay At Home Order Extension
Governor Whitmer Extends, Expands “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Executive Order to Save Lives
Governor directs all Michiganders to stay home, stay safe through April 30. For the full text of Executive Order 2020-42, click here.
LANSING, Mich. -- Governor Whitmer signed executive order 2020-42, extending her prior “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order through the end of April. As with the prior order, Executive Order 2020-42 limits gatherings and travel and requires all workers who are not necessary to sustain or protect life to stay home. Executive Order 2020-42 also imposes more stringent limitations on stores to reduce foot traffic, slow the spread of the coronavirus, and save lives.
“Michigan has the third highest number of COVID-19 cases in the country, and we’re still on the upswing. We must continue to do everything we can to slow the spread and protect our families,” said Governor Whitmer. “Data shows that most Michiganders are doing their part by staying home and staying safe. That’s good, but we must keep it up. When we do, we can save lives and shorten the amount of time we’re working through this crisis, which will be good for our families and good for our economy in the long-run. We can also protect critical infrastructure workers like doctors, nurses, grocery store employees, and child care workers. Now more than ever, it’s crucial that people stay home and stay safe.”
“It’s clear that staying home is the most effective way we can slow the spread of COVID-19 in Michigan,” said Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Chief Deputy for Health and Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun. “This aggressive action will help us protect more people and ease the strain on our health care system.”
Executive Order 2020-42 prohibits all businesses and operations from requiring workers to leave their homes, unless those workers are necessary to sustain or protect life or to conduct minimum basic operations. Businesses and operations are to designate the workers who meet those criteria, and must adopt social distancing practices and other mitigation measures to protect workers and patrons in the performance of that in-person work.
Workers who are necessary to sustain or protect life include those in health care and public health, law enforcement and public safety, grocery store workers, and more. For a full list of these critical infrastructure workers, click the link to Executive Order 2020-42 at the bottom of this page. To enable these critical workers to get to their workplaces, automobile dealerships will now be allowed to open for remote sales, though showrooms must remain closed.
Under the new order, all public and private gatherings among persons outside a single household remain temporarily prohibited. Though Michiganders may leave the house to get groceries or needed supplies, the new order encourages people to limit the number of household members running errands to the maximum extent possible. As before, people may engage in outdoor activities like walking, hiking, running, cycling, kayaking, canoeing, or any other recreational activity, consistent with remaining at least six feet from people from outside a person’s household and with other restrictions imposed by prior executive orders. The order clarifies, however, that travel for vacations or for any other purpose is prohibited.
A new section of the order imposes restrictions on stores in an effort to reduce crowds. Large stores must limit the number of people in the store at one time to no more than 4 customers for every 1,000 square feet of customer floor space; small stores must limit capacity to 25% of the total occupancy limits (including employees) under the fire codes. To regulate entry, stores must establish lines with markings for patrons to enable them to stand at least six feet apart from one another while waiting. Large stores must also close areas of the store that are dedicated to carpeting, flooring, furniture, garden centers, plant nurseries, or paint.
All individuals who leave their home or place of residence must adhere to social distancing measures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, including remaining at least six feet from people from outside the individual’s household.
Burning Ban Update
You may have a campfire or cook fire as long as it is contained. Please continue to be safe for the protection of our emergency responders.FOIA Information - COVID 19
Below is a press release from the Governor's Office last night regarding Executive Order 2020-38. A link to the full executive order is here.Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Order Protecting Workers Who Handle FOIA Requests
LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer today signed Executive Order 2020-38, which relaxes requirements for responding to FOIA requests made by mail or fax during the COVID-19 emergency. This action will protect workers who handle FOIA requests by allowing public bodies to defer portions of requests that would require workers to report to work in-person. The Executive Order takes effect immediately and ends at 11:59 p.m. on June 4, 2020.
Under the Executive Order, a public body must respond to a request received at its physical office via U.S. mail or fax within 10 business days after an employee receives and views the request. If a request requires a search of physical records it will be deferred until after the state of emergency and disaster declared in Executive Order 2020-33 is lifted.
The Executive Order also requires public bodies to communicate in writing with the person filing the request if they are unable to fulfill the request without a search of physical public records. The person filing the request then has the option to amend their request to include electronic records only. If a public body is unable to fulfill a request in the timeframe they specified because of remote work and social distancing, then a written notice will be sent to the person filing the request to explain why there is a delay.
COVID 19 Updates from the Oakland Township Sheriff Substation
Please see this update from the Sheriff for important information on handling non-emergency services.Park Closures - COVID 19
Due to coronavirus concerns and in compliance with Governor Whitmer's Executive Order 2020-9, the playgrounds and fishing docks in Oakland Township parks and the basketball courts at Marsh View Park are closed until further notice. If you have any questions, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (248)-651-7810.March 10, 2020 Presidential Primary Election Results
Election results from the Presidential Primary Election on March 10, 2020 can be found here.2020 Census
Water Storage
The Board of Trustees has been discussing MDEQ mandated water storage in the SE and SW districts. Want to view past meeting discussions? View meeting videos here. View meeting materials here.
Answers to questions asked at the August 13, 2019 meeting can be found here.
March 14, 2017: Water System Ownership
July 11, 2017: Water Survey (Development)
August 8, 2017: Review of Water Resources
October 24, 2017: Water Survey Results Presentation
November 14, 2017: Water Survey (Results Communication)
December 12, 2017: Water Survey Results Notification Options
March 27, 2018: Water Storage Engineering Update
June 11, 2019: Water Storage Discussion
June 12, 2018: Water Storage (Discussion of Locations)
October 16, 2018 (this meeting was cancelled): water storage in closed session discussion
October 23, 2018: Water Storage Site Acquisition Update
June 11, 2019: Water Storage Discussion
August 13, 2019: SE Oakland Ground Water Storage Discussion: Knorrwood Pines fly over
2019 Property Taxes Due
Friday, February 14, 2020.
Election Inspectors Wanted!
To be an Election Inspector!Election Inspectors assist the township by performing assigned duties at polling sites on Election Day.
Click Here for the detailed Job Description.
Click Here to fill out an application for the position.
Fire Department CPR Training
When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby. Almost 90 percent of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests die. CPR, especially if performed in the first few minutes of cardiac arrest, can double or triple a person’s chance of survival.
For more information about registering for training CLICK HERE
Building Director Awarded Region's Outstanding Building Official
Parks and Recreation Winter Newsletter
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Property Tax Information
For payment options, Click Here. To view important property information including 2019 taxes, Click Here.
Please contact the Treasurer's Office at (248) 651-4440 if you did not receive a tax bill.
Newsletters
- Property Tax Information
- Upcoming Election News
- Fall Programs - Parks and Recreation
- Township Park Maps
- Important Phone Numbers
Mandated SE Ground Water Storage
The Board of Trustees is planning to discuss MDEQ mandated water storage in the SE district at the September 10th regular board meeting at 7pm. The meeting materials can be found here.
Property Tax Information
Mandated Water Storage Discussion
The presentation for the Board of Trustees June 11 meeting regarding MDEQ mandated water storage is now available here.Charter Township of Oakland's Manager Candidates
Follow the link below to watch the second round of interviews with Township Manager candidates Adam Kline and Anthony Moggio held on Monday, April 8, 2019.
MEETING VIDEO
The role of the Oakland Township Manager is critical to implementing Township policies, overseeing the daily activities of the Township, and implementing the ordinances, policies and plans of the community.
Iron Removal Workshop Videos Available
Videos from the August 22, 2018 iron removal workshop are now available here.Fire Department Hiring!
Oakland Township Fire Department is currently seeking applicants to fill part-time positions available within the department.
Read More...Oakland Township, A Safe Place to Live!
We are so very pleased to share this great news about our Township! Oakland Township has been named the second safest community in the State of Michigan and also ranked #16 on the list of safest cities for the entire United States!
Oakland Township Water Systems Survey Report
Project Innovations was retained in June 2017 by the Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner's Office to distribute a water systems survey to Oakland Township businesses/residents in the Southeast and Southwest Water System Districts. On August 14, 2017 letters of invitation with separate surveys for the Southeast and Southwest Districts were mailed to 2,958 residents. There was a total of 2,204 mailed to the Southwest District and 754 mailed to the Southeast District.Click here to see their full report.
Oakland County Water Resources Commission presented and discussed the results of the water survey during the Oakland Township Board of Trustees Regular Meeting on October 24, 2017. To view the meeting click here.
NEWS FROM OAKLAND COUNTY HEALTH DIVISION
"Private well water testing vital for safe drinking water"
To view the full press release click here.
Storm Water Permit Application
Oakland Township has submitted its Storm Water Discharge Permit Application to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality.
Read More...OakAlert
Oakland County will now be offering the OakAlert system to anyone interested in receiving an email and/or text message with warnings and updates regarding emergency situations in Oakland County. Read More...Best Practices for Outdoor Water Use
Outdoor water use, primarily sprinkling of lawns, greatly affects water pressure and sizing of water system infrastructure when sprinkling is scheduled during peak demand times. Read More...Township Online Video Report Available
The township's online video provider, Telvue, provides monthly usage data. Read More...Website Viewing Issues?
Are you having trouble viewing the new website? The new website is optimized for viewing in Internet Explorer version 10. Read More...Calling All Photo Enthusiasts!
Welcome to your new Charter Township of Oakland website! As part of updating our website, we are seeking donations of photographs.
Read More...Notice of Public Hearing - Community Development Block Grant Funds
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Oakland will hold a public hearing on the use of Community Development Block Grant Funds. The hearing will be held virtually on February 23, 2021 at 7:00pm on Gotomeeting at https://www.gotomeet.me/OaklandTownship/ot-public-govt-meetings or 1 (646) 749-3112 Access code: 248- 219-757 to hear public comments on the CDBG Program Year 2020 application in the approximate amount of $22,828 to fund eligible projects. All interested citizens are requested to attend the Hearing. Comments will also be received in writing or in person at Township Hall or via email until Monday, February 22, 2021. Arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs, including handicap accessibility or interpreter, will be made upon receiving 72-hour notice. Contact Jamie Moore at 248-651-4440 for special services.
Jamie Moore, Assistant Township Manager
Published February 11, 2021, www.oaklandtownship.org
Notice of Public Hearing - Community Development Block Grant Funds
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Oakland Township Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the use of Community Development Block Grant Funds. The Hearing will be held on February 23, 2021 at 7pm via GoToMeeting:
https://www.gotomeet.me/OaklandTownship/ot-public-govt-meetings or 1 (646) 749-3112 Access code: 248- 219-757
to hear public comments on the CDBG Program Year 2020 application in the approximate amount of $22,828 to fund eligible projects. All interested citizens are requested to attend the Hearing. Comments will also be received in writing or in person at 4393 Collins Rd Rochester, Mi until February 22, 2021. Arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs, including handicap accessibility or interpreter, will be made upon receiving 72-hour notice. Contact Jamie Moore at 248-651-4440 for special services.
Jamie Moore, Assistant Manager
Published www.oaklandtownship.org, February 11, 2021
Found Backpack
A large black backpack was found in the area of Oak Tree Circle and N. Acre Ln off Gunn Rd. PLease contact the substation is this belongs to you: 248-652-4617.Corona Virus- Covid 19 Updates
On recommendation from the township's Emergency Manager, we have several updates in light of the COVID-19 coronavirus:
Officer office hours will be cancelled on Monday. The State of the Township has been postponed. We will also be reducing staff levels and limiting public contact as much as possible. If you have township business, please consider the following options:
You can purchase dog licenses online: https://land.oakgov.com/OPLS/MainIndex.aspx
Property tax information is available online: https://bsaonline.com/?uid=1636&sitetransition=true
Building inspections are scheduled through the inspection line: 248-651-4612
Please follow this page and/or our website for additional updates. Please stay home and avoid large gatherings during this time.