Oakland Township

08/26/2026

Stoney Creek Road Construction - Beginning August 31

Road resurfacing will begin on Stoney Creek Road between Orion Road and Rochester Road, and is expected to continue for several weeks, weather permitting.

The road will remain open to local traffic only, and motorists should expect delays and changing traffic conditions. Please use an alternate route when possible and allow additional travel time.

08/20/2026

It’s hard to believe summer vacation is already winding down. In a blink, school buses will be back on the roads, children will be walking to bus stops, and families will be settling into a new school-year routine.

As we head back to school, please slow down, stay alert, and follow Michigan’s school bus safety laws. When a school bus stops, your extra few seconds of patience could help protect a child.

Let’s all do our part to make getting to and from school safe for everyone. And remember: following the law doesn’t just protect our kids — it can also help you avoid a costly fine.

Police in Bloomfield Township, Michigan, are urging drivers to pay ...

08/18/2026

Looking for a part-time opportunity that makes a difference?

Oakland Township’s Clerk’s Department is hiring for three part-time positions: Clerk’s Assistant, Election Aide, Office Intern.

Whether you’re looking to gain professional experience, explore a career in local government, or contribute to your community, these positions offer hands-on experience and meaningful work.

Visit www.oaklandtwpmi.gov/employment-opportunities to learn more and apply.

08/17/2026

Safety Path Repairs Begin August 17

Good news for Oakland Township safety path users: repairs are coming to several existing paths in the southwest district!

Beginning Monday, August 17, Titan Pavement will begin the Township’s 2026 Safety Path Repair Program, with work expected to take approximately 2–3 weeks.

Repairs will take place along:
• Silverbell Road
• Adams Road
• Dutton Road
• Paint Creek Cider Mill

🚧 Please plan ahead: Portions of the safety paths will be closed while repairs are underway. For your safety—and to allow the contractor to complete the work efficiently—we ask residents to avoid areas where work is actively taking place until they have reopened.

Thank you for your patience as we work to improve and maintain Oakland Township’s safety path network!

08/08/2026

Road Construction Alert: Collins Road - Monday 8/10 & Tuesday 8/11

The northbound lane of Collins Road between Gunn and Collins Court will be partially closed on Monday, August 10 and Tuesday, August 11, 2026 for maintenance of township sanitary sewer. The southbound lane will be open, and flagmen will be controlling traffic in the work zone.

08/04/2026

Boil Water Advisory has been lifted as of 11am on August 4, 2026.

Residents are advised to turn on theirr tap slowly and run the water to flush water pipes for five minutes. Empty the automatic ice maker completely and discard the ice made during the advisory period; then, run a few cycles of ice production and throw those batches away as well to fully flush the water line in the ice maker before using the ice again.

08/04/2026

Happy Election Day! The polls are now open! If you need to check your polling location, visit our interactive precinct map found on OaklandTwpMi.Gov/Elections.
If you still have your absentee ballot, make sure you turn it in at one of our drop boxes, found at the Township Hall or Fire Station 2, or in person at the Clerk's Office before 8:00 pm!

08/03/2026

8/3 2 P.M. UPDATE 1: Boil Water Advisory is still in effect for Southeast Oakland Township. Boil water for one minute before consuming until notified. Advisory will remain until two rounds of water quality testing are completed. The first sample was completed with passing results. Second samples taken; results expected tomorrow. Questions? Call 248-858-1555, email [email protected]. Visit oakgov.com/water/notifications for updates and answers to frequently asked questions.

08/02/2026

Boil Water Advisory for Southeast Oakland Township

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory is now in effect for Southeast Oakland Township. This includes the Oakland Farms, Oakland Knolls, Oakland Hills, Knorrwood Pines, Knorrwood Ridge, Oak Arbor, Deer Point, Park Hill, St. Johns Church, Oakland Crest, Guardian Angel Cemetery, Oakland Valley, Coachlamp subdivisions.

You are advised to boil tap water for at least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth, or making ice. An advisory has been issued due to a temporary loss of water pressure or other conditions that may affect water quality.

Map of affected area: https://www.oakgov.com/home/showpublisheddocument/32303/639212565440568883

07/31/2026

Each year, NoHaz schedules collection events to provide safe disposal opportunities for residents of the member communities. Register today for the event on August 1st, 2026! NoHaz.com