Troy City Council Advances Development Projects, Addresses Public Concerns at Feb. 23 Meeting
TROY — 2/25/2026
The Troy City Council met Monday evening at City Hall in Troy, Michigan to consider a wide-ranging agenda that included planning contract extensions, public safety technology upgrades, infrastructure agreements, easement acceptances, and announcements of upcoming zoning hearings.
The meeting featured limited controversy, with most substantive items approved through either regular business or the consent agenda. Council also recognized a local student for leadership and received departmental and financial updates.
Recognition and Opening Proceedings
Council issued a proclamation honoring Sienna Nguyen for outstanding leadership during the Certificates of Recognition portion of the meeting. There were no public hearings scheduled for the evening.
Regular Business Highlights
Among the most significant actions:
- A three-year extension of the City’s community planning services contract with Carlisle/Wortman Associates, Inc., ensuring continuity of planning consultation services through March 2029.
- Approval of multiple purchasing resolutions, including legal services, public safety technology upgrades, and fleet equipment acquisitions.
- Authorization of easement acceptances tied to development and infrastructure improvements.
- Approval of an interlocal agreement related to Oakland County’s P25 radio simulcast system.
Council also announced two public hearings scheduled for March 2, 2026, including a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) transfer and a conditional rezoning request for the proposed Troy Trail North development.
Public Comment
During public comment for non-agenda items, residents raised concerns regarding the availability of city planning documents and whether the City should issue statements addressing national events. Mayor Ethan Baker noted that official Council statements require full Council consensus and emphasized the City’s previously released positions regarding public safety and community protection.
Departmental Reports
Council received and filed the following reports:
- Fiscal Year 2026 Second Quarter Financial Report
- 2026 Advance (strategic planning session) Final Report
- Traffic Committee meeting minutes (November 19, 2025)
No closed session was requested.
Detailed Action Table – February 23, 2026
Approved Items
| Agenda Item | Title / Subject | Detailed Description | Financial Impact | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.1.a | Mayoral Appointment – Global Troy Advisory Committee | Appointment of Lisa Neal to a three-year term expiring October 30, 2028. | None | Approved |
| I.1.b | City Council Appointment – Traffic Committee | Council appointment to serve on the Traffic Committee. | None | Approved |
| I.4 | Best Value Award – Labor Attorney Legal Services | Award of legal services contract under RFP-COT 25-38 for labor and employment-related matters. | Professional service fees per contract | Approved |
| I.5 | Bid Waiver – Golf Course Maintenance Equipment | Authorized cooperative purchase of maintenance equipment for Sanctuary Lake Golf Course operations. | Capital equipment expenditure | Approved |
| I.6 | Planning Services Contract Extension | Three-year extension with Carlisle/Wortman Associates through March 31, 2029, including two optional one-year extensions. | Hourly-rate consulting services | Approved |
| I.7 | Troy Police Community Services Vehicle | Approval for purchase and outfitting of Ford Bronco Community Services vehicle including printed graphics package. | Approximately $16,465 | Approved |
| J.4.a | Pulsar Chlorine Tablets Contract | Two-year contract with Aquatic Source, LLC for chlorination tablets for city aquatic facilities. | Unit pricing through Jan. 31, 2028 | Approved |
| J.4.b | Police Storage Area Network Upgrade | Cooperative purchase of HPE Allegra 5000 SAN data storage system and installation services. | $83,488.28 | Approved |
| J.5 | Police Scheduling & Payroll Software Renewal | Annual renewal of Pace Systems Inc. scheduling and payroll software for Police Department. | $11,760 | Approved |
| J.6 | Traffic Improvement Association Membership | Renewal of 2026 membership in National Transportation Safety Organization. | $29,800 | Approved |
| J.7 | Consent Judgment – City of Troy v. Potts | Approved proposed condemnation case settlement and authorized payment from designated account. | Per court agreement | Approved |
| J.8 | Litigation Defense Authorization | Authorized City Attorney to defend City in federal lawsuit and retain necessary experts. | Legal costs as incurred | Approved |
| J.9 | City Manager Employment Agreement | Approved amended employment agreement; authorized execution by Mayor and Clerk. | Contractual employment terms | Approved |
| J.10 | Oakland County P25 Simulcast Interlocal Agreement | Authorized participation in regional radio communications coordination system. | Shared regional cost allocation | Approved |
| J.5 (Agenda) | Act 51 Mileage Certification | Annual road mileage certification for compliance with state transportation funding requirements. | Enables continued Act 51 revenue | Approved |
| J.6 (Agenda) | Golden Villas Easement | Acceptance of permanent easement related to development improvements. | None | Approved |
| J.8 (Agenda) | BMW Kar Wash Easements | Acceptance of two permanent easements tied to development project. | None | Approved |
| J.9 (Agenda) | Northland 5455 Corporate Easements | Acceptance of four permanent easements related to property improvements. | None | Approved |
| J.2 | Approval of Feb. 9, 2026 Minutes | Approved draft minutes from prior regular City Council meeting. | None | Approved |
Denied Items
| Item | Description | Disposition |
|---|---|---|
| None | No agenda items were formally denied during this meeting. | N/A |
Unfinished / Continuing Matters
| Item | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|
| CDBG Fund Transfer | Proposed transfer of Community Development Block Grant funds to Boulan Park Inclusive Play Structure Project. | Public hearing scheduled for March 2, 2026 |
| Conditional Rezoning – Troy Trail North | Rezoning request from R-1C to RT district east of Livernois and north of Big Beaver. | Public hearing scheduled for March 2, 2026 |
New Business Introduced
| Item | Description | Action Taken |
|---|---|---|
| AI Playbook Review | Mayor referenced U.S. Conference of Mayors AI Playbook and potential staff review. | Informational only |
| 2026 Advance Report | Strategic planning summary including capital project prioritization and funding discussions. | Received and filed |
| FY26 Second Quarter Financial Report | Financial update through December 31, 2025. | Received and filed |
Meeting Conclusion
The meeting concluded without entering closed session. The overall tone remained procedural and administrative, with Council advancing infrastructure investments, renewing key service contracts, and preparing for upcoming zoning and funding hearings scheduled for early March.