CITY OF LATHRUP VILLAGE

27400 Southfield Road

Lathrup Village, MI 48076

248.557.2600

www.lathrupvillage.org


City Hall Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

E-Newsletter - August 22, 2025

Join SEMCOG and the City of Detroit to learn about the Joe Louis Greenway. This event will highlight a mile-long stretch of the Joe Louis Greenway connecting the Warren Gateway and the Joy-Alpine Trailhead. We will be showcasing how the trail connects communities and bridges the historic industrial past of the city with new economic and residential developments (map below).


Key highlights: Artwork, murals, and historic markers along the trailways; Green Stormwater Infrastructure such as bioswales, native meadows, and rain gardens

Parks, playscapes, and recreational amenities; Innovative planning and funding initiatives


When

8/27/2025

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM


Where

Joe Louis Greenway Warren Gateway

7241 McDonald St.

Detroit, MI 48210

UNITED STATES


REGISTRATION is required.

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY

All food trucks will be at City Hall from 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM unless otherwise noted.


August 22 - Wetzel's Detroit

August 22 - Kona Ice

September 5 - Azulindo

September 19 - Ark Burger Co.

Made possible by LVWC & City Partnership Agreement

Online Tax Information

Property tax information is now available online for tax years 2022, 2023, and 2024.


BSA Online


Simply enter your information into the search bar and then click on the tab for "Tax Information (2025)".


2025 property tax information will be available online starting July 1, including a link to pay them through Point & Pay (additional fees apply).


If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to the Finance Department at 248-557-2600.

Utility Bill Rate Change

On May 19, 2025, the City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget and Fee Schedule. These approvals establish new utility rates for the upcoming year, which customers will see on their bills. Rates were increased to offset the costs associated with the GLWA/SOCWA and Evergreen-Farmington Sanitary District rate increases.


Each account is different, and bills depend on multiple factors, including usage and meter size. Below is an example of the upcoming rate change for one account:


Fiscal Year 2024-25 Minimum Bill = $69.96 (month)

Fiscal Year 2025-26 Minimum Bill = $73.07 (month)

~4.45% increase

How do I pay my bill?

ACI/Official Payments is no longer an option for Online payments. We offer two Online payment alternatives:


MIOakGov/G2G

Residents are able to pay current and/or delinquent property taxes. You can activate a user account or pay as a guest. The website is: https://www.oakgov.com/government/pay-taxes


The customer’s G2G Service Fee for providing enhanced access to a public record:

  • Credit or Debit Card: 3.5% of total order
  • Electronic Check (ACH): $2.50 flat rate per order


Point & Pay

Residents and business owners will be able to pay water bills, property taxes, permits, etc online. You can activate a user account to access many features, free of charge. The website is: https://www.bsaonline.com/?uid=1649


Payments can be made by credit card, debit card or check. The customer’s Point & Pay Convenience Fee for each transaction are:

  • Credit or Debit Card: 3% with a minimum $2.50
  • Electronic Checks (ACH): $3.00 up to $10,000.00 $10.00 over $10,000.00

 

Other payment options also remain available: 

  • In-Person at City Hall (Office Hours are 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday)
  • An after-hours Drop Box is in the parking lot at City Hall.  Include your top portion of bill/coupon and write your parcel and phone number on check. Payments placed in the drop box must be in the form of a check or money order. Please do not place cash payments in the drop box. The drop box will be checked at the end of each business day.  Payments received after 4:30pm will be credited for the next business day.
  • Payments may be mailed to: Lathrup Village City Hall, 27400 Southfield Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076. Include the top portion of your bill and write your parcel and phone number on your check. Payment is processed when it is received, NOT postmarked, so be sure to allow sufficient time for mailing to ensure timely receipt and avoid late payment penalties.

Public Hearings

City Council


September 15, 2025 - 7:30 PM - 27700 Southfield Road (school property), consideration of an application for a workforce housing PILOT.

LV Site Developments

Stay updated with ongoing developments in Lathrup Village by visiting the Planning Commission section of our website.

Headlee Town Halls Video Ad

The Finance Review Committee will be hosting Town Halls through October to provide residents with important information about the Headlee Initiative, which will appear on the November 2025 ballot. This session is an opportunity to learn what the proposal means for our community, how it may impact local services, and to ask questions. Your voice and understanding matter. Join us and stay informed!

LV Headlee Information Website


A great way to start learning about the financial pressures the City faces and why a Headlee Override question will be on the November ballot is to attend a Town Hall on the Topic. The next Town Halls are scheduled for:


Tuesday, September 16 - 7:00 PM

Saturday, October 11 - 11 AM

Tuesday, October 21 - 7:00 PM

Thursday, October 30 - 7:00 PM


What's on the ballot?

Here are some items that voters should expect to see on the November 2025 ballot that are directly related to Lathrup Village:


1) Three (3) seats on the Lathrup Village City Council


The Oakland County Bureau of Elections has stated that the following candidates met the statutory application requirements to be listed on the November 2025 ballot:

  • Jalen Jennings
  • Bruce Kantor
  • John Sousanis


Any qualified individual may still run as a write-in candidate by completing and returning a Declaration of Intent before 4:00 PM on October 24, 2025.


Current Write-In Candidates:

  • Carlisa Mathis


2) Charter Amendment Proposal

Shall the City of Lathrup Village Charter be amended to eliminate conflicts with the state constitution and election laws.

 

This proposed Charter amendment would:

  1. Modify the commencement date of an elected official’s term until after certification of the election results;
  2. Extend the time for elected officials to take the oath of office to allow for certification of the election results;
  3. Delay the organizational meeting of the City Council until after certification of the election results.

              

Should this proposal be adopted?


[YES]                    [NO]


3) Headlee Override Millage Proposal

Shall a “Headlee Override” be adopted so that the current limitation on the amount of City taxes that may be levied against all taxable property in the City of Lathrup Village, Oakland County, Michigan, be increased as follows:


  • Restoring to 20 mills from approximately 17.3001 mills, per $1,000 of taxable value (to $20 from approximately $17.3001) for general operating expenses for a period of ten (10) years, and
  • Restoring to 3 mills from approximately 2.5948 mills, per $1,000 of taxable value (to $3 from approximately $2.5948) for sanitation/rubbish for a period of ten (10) years.


If approved and levied in its entirety, this millage would raise an estimated maximum amount of $611,909 for the City in 2026 by allowing the City to levy the maximum mills previously approved by the voters and authorized by the City Charter and State law which have been reduced as required by the Michigan Constitution of 1963.


[YES]                    [NO]

Assessing Services

Our new Assessor's contact information is as follows:

 

Justin Prybylski, MMAO (4)

assessor@lathrupvillage.org

O: (248) 796-5240

 

Christopher Boggus, MAAO (3)

assessor2@lathrupvillage.org

O: (248) 796-5235

 

Our contract with Oakland County Equalization for assessing services expired on June 30, 2025.

Council Meeting In Brief - 8/18

Here is a quick summary of the actions taken during the August 18, 2025, City Council meeting. To watch the meeting in its entirety, please visit the City's YouTube channel.


  • Approved Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Bylaws
  • Held a ZBA Public Hearing for 26600 Southfield Road (Holbrook Auto Parts) and approved a sign variance request to allow for the installation of an 84 square foot wall-mounted sign at the site.
  • Approved an ordinance to amend the City's sign ordinance with specific references to sign illumination and window signs.
  • Approved an ordinance to increase the number of chickens allowed on a property to 6 and increased the coop/pen size to a maximum of 140 square feet.
  • Approved two ordinances that allow but regulate short-term rentals within City limits.
  • Approved a Police Department floor replacement project with Comer & Cross.
  • Approved the purchase of new Police Department body cameras.
  • Approved HydroCorp as the City's cross connection control contractor.
  • Approved electrical work for water meter gateways.
  • Approved the replacement of an HVAC compressor at City Hall.
  • Approved accelerating payment to close the City's 2007 water/sewer infrastructure bond.
  • Approved a Comprehensive Plan (Master & Parks/Rec Plans) update via Giffels Webster ($28,000 of the project to be covered by an MEDC grant).
  • Approved a security camera/door locking contract extension for City facilities.

Upcoming Meetings

Council Study Session

September 8

6:00 PM

Council Study Session

September 15

6:00 PM

Council Regular Meeting

September 15

7:30 PM

Parks & Recreation

September 4

5:00 PM

Planning Commission

September 16

7:00 PM

Tree Committee

TBD

Historic District Commission

TBD


DDA

September 19

12:00 PM


The public may attend City Council meetings in person, and access regular meetings live via Facebook and watch on YouTube. Please note, that the Study Sessions are not recorded.


City Council agendas & packets may be found here:

https://lathrup-mi.municodemeetings.com

Public Safety Reminders

  • On-street parking is not allowed from 3:00 am to 6:00 am.
  • Please remember to lock your doors! It is an easy crime of opportunity. Lock your vehicles and do not leave anything of value in sight. Leave outside lights on to deter criminals away from your property.
  • Alarms are required to be registered through LVPD (the Lathrup Village Alarm Ordinance Article II, Chapter 26). Download the Alarm registration form here.
  • Lathrup Village has now contracted Animal Control through Oakland County. Please call 248-354-1010 for a Lathrup Village Officer to respond and evaluate the situation and contact the animal control officer on duty.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Main Number 248.557.2600

MAYOR AND COUNCIL

Mayor Mykale "Kelly" Garrett

kgarrett@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 285

Council Member Jalen C. Jennings

jjennings@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 287


Council Member Maria Mannarino

mmannarino@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 288

Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Kantor

bkantor@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 286


Council Member Jason Hammond

jhammond@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 289

ADMINISTRATION

Mike Greene

City Administrator

mgreene@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 225


Chief Scott McKee

Police Chief

policechief@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 232


Michelle Townsend

Finance Director

mtownsend@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 227


Austin Colson

Community & Econ Development Dir.

acolson@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 223


Alisa Emanuel

City Clerk

aemanuel@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 226


Jessica Miller

Deputy Treasurer

jmiller@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 248

Tracy Singleton

Administrative Asst.

tsingleton@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 222


Suzanne Cory

Police Clerk

scory@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 229


Steve Colliau

Code Enforcement

scolliau@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 247


Tom Kennedy

DDA Special Projects

tkennedy@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 246


Martha Bobcean

Utility Billing

mbobcean@lathrupvillage.org | ext. 277

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