Boards and Commissions
The following commissions welcome new members who are residents of
Farmington Hills. Please contact the individual commission chairs for
more information. More
information on Meeting Dates and Locations.
Commission on Aging

(L-R standing)
John Rolph, Lew Cantor, Jane Frost, Will Power,
Marian Schulte, Ed Bisson, Ed Good
(L-R seated)
Mary Anita McHugh, Maggie Loridas, Loretta Conway, Vivian Henderhan,
Mary DiManno
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The Commission on Aging helps toward the betterment of daily living
for older adults with the mission of promoting their well-being and
dignity through education and advocacy. The Commission examines social
attitudes, creates community awareness, establishes a climate for living
independently and encourages recognition for their contribution to the
past and present. A Consumer Protection Committee is an integral part of
the commission keeping the community informed about potential fraud and
scams. Chair Lew Cantor. For further information, please call the
Senior Adult Division (248) 473-1830 or visit the Commission on Aging website.
Arts Commission
The Farmington Area Arts Commission (FAAC) supports the Cities in
their commitment to ensure arts, culture and creativity are an integral
component of daily life in our community. The FAAC encourages and
supports the Cities' many artists, community organizations and
educational efforts through its Artist in Residence program and its
connection and advisory role with the Cultural Arts Division of the
Special Services Department. Chair John Young. For information,
call the Cultural Arts Division, (248) 473-1856.
Beautification Commission
The Beautification Commission
advises the City Council about beautification and environmental
concerns. They promote and publicize beautification and environmental
projects. These projects are acknowledged at the yearly awards program.
The Beautification Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month.
The dates are posted on the City of Farmington Hills Calendar. Co-Chairs
are Jeff Stewart and Mary Hehman. For more information, please call the
Planning Office at (248) 871-2540.
Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission
The mission of the
Farmington Hills/Farmington Emergency Preparedness Commission is to support and enhance the efforts of local
safety organizations in helping ensure that residents and business
owners have the information, education, and skills necessary to protect
themselves, their families, homes, and businesses in the event of a
local emergency. Staff liaison (248) 871-2417.
More information can be found in the
Services section of our website.
Hurricane victims need your help today.
Click here to learn more about how you can help.
Commission on Children, Youth & Families
Commission on Children, Youth & Families encourages an environment
where children, youth and families are happy, healthy, educated, safe
and have the opportunity to reach their full potential. Chair Andy
Nickelhoff. Call Youth & Family Services for more information
(248) 473-1841. Click
here for more information.
Economic Development Corporation
Economic Development Corporation helps maintain an alliance between
business members and property owners and to collectively address needed
improvements to support the quality of life in the City. Chair
John Anhut (248) 871-2417.
Click here for
more information.
Historic
District Commission
Historic District Commission provides for the maintenance of
municipally owned structures; safeguards the heritage of Farmington
Hills by preserving districts in the City which reflect elements of the
cultural, social, economic, political or architectural history; and
promotes the use of historic districts and local history for the
education, pleasures, and welfare of the citizens of the City, state and
nation. Chair Steve Olson. For further information, please call the
City Planning Dept (248) 871-2540.
Click here for more
information on the Historic District.
Historical Commission
Historical Commission collects,
arranges and preserves historical material indicative of the lives,
customs, dress and resources of the early residents of the Farmington
area and publishes source material and historical studies relative to
the history of the state, including materials furnished by educational
institutions and the Michigan Historical Commission. Chair John Willyard.
For further information, please call (248) 661-8915.
Mayor's Youth Council
The Mayor's Youth Council is an advisory
Council that makes recommendations to the Cities of Farmington Hills and
Farmington concerning the needs and concerns of youth and the community.
Please call Youth & Family Services at (248) 473-1841 for more
information, or visit the MYC webpage.
Multicultural/Multiracial Community Council of
Farmington and Farmington Hills
The
Multicultural/Multiracial Community Council of Farmington and Farmington
Hills works to assure that all residents of our community enjoy a
harmonious, healthy environment and that they feel welcome and
comfortable in their cities, schools and neighborhoods. The MCMR Council
is dedicated to promoting awareness and acceptance of diversity in our
community. Chairs Karen Bolsen and Jim Hall (248) 871-2500.
Parks Recreation Commission
Parks Recreation Commission coordinates
recreational programs and improves, expands and reflects the park and
recreational needs of the community. Chair Paul Jacokes (248) 848-0364.
Planning Commission
Planning Commission promotes public health, safety, and general
welfare; to encourages the use of resources in accordance with their
character and adaptability; avoids the overcrowding of land by buildings
or people; lessens congestion on roads and streets; facilitates
provisions for a system of transportation, sewage disposal, safe and
adequate water supply, recreation, and other public improvements. The
Planning Commission is responsible for making and adopting a master plan
as a guide for development, including a determination of the extent of
probable future needs. The Commission Chair is Joe Mantey. For further
information, please call the Planning Office at (248) 871-2540.
View the
Planning Commission Public Hearing Items Map.
 Committee to Increase Voter Participation
Committee to Increase Voter Participation stimulates and improves
voter participation in all elections and increases the quality and
quantity of publicity and information regarding such elections. Chair
Rose Christoph (248) 553-2997.
Zoning Board of Appeals
Zoning Board of Appeals acts on all questions
arising under the Zoning Ordinance. They must hear and decide
appeals, review any order, requirement, decision or determination made
by an administrative official regarding the Zoning Ordinance. The
Board’s Chair is Brian Rich. For further information, please
call the Zoning Division Office (248) 871-2520.
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