Oakland County Board of Commissioners

Oakland County Board of Commissioners The official page for the Oakland County Board of Commissioners in Oakland County, Michigan Board leadership includes:
• Board Chair: David T.

Government Organization

Established in 1969, the Board of Commissioners is the legislative body of Oakland County. The county is divided into equally populated 19 districts with each district representing approximately 63,000 residents. Commissioners are elected to serve a single district for a four-year term of office. Powers and responsibilities include:
• Establish and formulate county policies
• Establish annual county property tax millage rate
• Adopt ordinances and rules
• Adopt annual county budget and long-range capital improvement program
• Adopt the county development plan
• Adopt and enforce rules establishing the authority, duties and responsibilities of county departments and offices

The Board operates under a committee system. There are four standing committees:
• Economic Development and Infrastructure Committee
• Finance Committee
• Legislative Affairs and Government Operations Committee
• Public Health and Safety Committee

These committees facilitate the many items of business for which the Board of Commissioners is responsible by reviewing information and making recommendations for consideration by the entire Board. Woodward
• Board Vice Chair: Marcia Gershenson
• Majority Caucus Chair: Angela Powell
• Majority Caucus Vice Chair: Linnie Taylor
• Minority Caucus Chair: Michael Spisz
• Minority Caucus Vice Chair: Michael J. Gingell

Members of the general public are periodically needed to fill seats on various Oakland County boards and commissions. Visit our website to learn more about how to get involved! Note: The County reserves the right to remove inappropriate comments including those that are discriminatory, obscene or sexual in nature, threaten or defame an individual or entity, support or oppose political candidates or proposals, violate the intellectual property rights of another party, promote illegal activity or commercial products or services or are not related to the topic in the original posting. Keep in mind that all of your posted comments are public records and subject to disclosure. Requests for public records may be submitted to [email protected].

09/15/2026

From live music to local artistry to the sweetest apple treats, the Board was thrilled to support the Arts & Apples Main Stage! 🍎A perfect way to celebrate community and creativity in Rochester.

09/14/2026

’s official website is getting a new address! 🖥️ Beginning Sept. 19, you will find us at OaklandCountyMI.gov instead of OakGov.com. Learn more: ow.ly/ylck50ZNn7I.

The Finance Committee meets on September 15 at 11 a.m. Meetings are open to the public at 1200 N. Telegraph Road in Pon...
09/14/2026

The Finance Committee meets on September 15 at 11 a.m.

Meetings are open to the public at 1200 N. Telegraph Road in Pontiac or available to watch livestreamed on our YouTube channel at bit.ly/YouTubeBOC.

The Board of Commissioners is fighting for Oakland County residents and opposes DTE’s proposed $474 million rate increas...
09/11/2026

The Board of Commissioners is fighting for Oakland County residents and opposes DTE’s proposed $474 million rate increase. If approved by the Michigan Public Service Commission, the 10% rate increase would go into effect by March 2027.

To help support the case and show how the most recent rate increase is already impacting your household budget you may voluntarily upload your December 2025 and April 2026 DTE bills using our link >> bit.ly/OpposeDTEIncrease

The financial impact on households is real, and your submission helps us advocate for affordability for everyone in the county.

Read more in our latest press release >> bit.ly/DTERateNews0926

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we pause to remember the victims and recognize the courage of first responders. Their l...
09/11/2026

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we pause to remember the victims and recognize the courage of first responders. Their legacy lives on in our commitment to unity and compassion.

Did you know The Michigan State Fair, LLC hosts over 200,000 visitors over Labor Day weekend? The fair is a strong econo...
09/10/2026

Did you know The Michigan State Fair, LLC hosts over 200,000 visitors over Labor Day weekend? The fair is a strong economic driver for local farmers, businesses and organizations in and around Oakland County.

Commissioners Philip J. Weipert (District 13) and Gwen Markham (District 15) attended the fair in Novi this past weekend, making sure to check out the award-winning produce and livestock.

Do you know who your commissioner is? Check out the latest Oakland County Blog and discover how to use the “Find Your Co...
09/09/2026

Do you know who your commissioner is? Check out the latest Oakland County Blog and discover how to use the “Find Your Commissioner” tool to learn who serves your district. While you’re there, read all about the roles and responsibilities of the Board of Commissioners >> bit.ly/FindYourCommissioner

🌱 Time to apply for Oakland County’s Acorn2Oak program! The program empowers youth (ages 8-18) with grants and support t...
09/08/2026

🌱 Time to apply for Oakland County’s Acorn2Oak program! The program empowers youth (ages 8-18) with grants and support to help turn big ideas into reality. Whether it’s a business concept, academic goal, or extracurricular passion, the county wants to support the aspirations of young people.

📅 Deadline to apply: September 15
👉 Apply now at Acorn2OakGrant.com

The Board is proud to have Commissioners Brendan Johnson and Angela Powell on the program’s steering committee, helping guide this exciting initiative.

Growing Future Leaders with Acorn2Oak Grants Empowering Oakland County’s Youth to Explore, Learn, and Achieve Their Dreams Learn More Apply Now Grant Information Learn about grant types, eligibility, and how we can help fuel your aspirations Explore Grants Grant Application Start your journey by a...

09/07/2026

🎉 Happy Labor Day, Oakland County! County offices are closed today in observance of the holiday. Normal office hours resume Tuesday, September 8.

Thinking about going solar? Oakland County’s Office of Sustainability is hosting a Solarize event on Sept. 15 at Craft B...
09/04/2026

Thinking about going solar? Oakland County’s Office of Sustainability is hosting a Solarize event on Sept. 15 at Craft Breww City in Farmington Hills! Discover projected savings, get expert guidance and understand your options without any sales pressure. Businesses, nonprofits, places of worship and local governments start at 6 p.m.; homeowners at 7 p.m.

Save your spot at bit.ly/OCSolarize.

Address

1200 N. Telegraph Road
Pontiac, MI
48341

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+12488580100

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