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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Oakland County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Industrial Facility Exemption Certificates
The 2026 Assessing Officers Report on Industrial Facility Exemption Certificates will be received — these exemptions reduce property taxes for qualifying industrial businesses in the county.
Artificial Intelligence governance resolutions
Two Cavell resolutions — an annual AI use disclosure for county departments and an AI and Public Engagement subcommittee — were referred to committee, while the board was told an existing AI policy effort is already two years in and will reach committees in November.
IT Service Agreement Renewals Postponed
A routine renewal of IT services sold to out-of-county governments was postponed after commissioners said the final fiscal numbers arrived the night before. The vote highlighted broader transparency complaints.
Dog License Late Fee Increase
A new $40 uniform late fee for delinquent dog licenses takes effect June 2, 2026 — a roughly 300% penalty on a $15 license that six commissioners called excessive.