Council Member· 2023-2027
Theresa Brooks
Troy
No biography on file yet.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 18
- Total speaking time
- 44:42
- Avg per meeting
- 2:29
- Segments
- 581
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Top issues during term (20)
Flock license plate camera data privacy
The resident cited costs over $100,000 a year for the camera system.
2026 Resident Survey results and library bond lessons
A new library bond would raise property taxes if voters approve it; the city can't save up for it on its own.
Road construction quality on Wattles and Big Beaver
About $2.1 million total including contingency and engineering, funded by DDA tax increment dollars rather than general taxes.
Overseas call center for Troy golf courses
Youth reservation rates currently run $300 weekday/$500 weekend; any reduction would reduce recreation revenue.
Deer overpopulation in southwest Troy
No city cost yet — research only; deer damage costs fall on homeowners and drivers.
Proposed Troy Youth Advisory Council
Students say the council would raise its own money, costing the city nothing.
Troy Family Aquatic Center Update
Repairs would cost $1-1.5 million; full modernization about $15 million - roughly two years of the city's entire capital millage.
Volunteer Firefighter Incentive Plan Overhaul
Unknown — potential future cost of enhanced volunteer firefighter benefits.
Potential pet shop ordinance
None identified yet — research stage only.
Fiscal Year 2026 City Audit
Strong finances mean no rate hikes needed and about $10 million moving to capital projects.
Fire and Police Training Center Floor Reconditioning
Budgeted funds would be expended; the specific amount will be detailed in the agenda packet.
Park Shade and Benches
About $250,000 from Oakland County plus CDBG grant funds contributed.
DTE Electric Rate Case Notices
DTE rate case outcomes could change electric bills for Troy customers.
Sidewalk safety on Livernois
Bicycle route improvements
Would require funding for signs and installation labor; no amount specified.
Troy Corners / Neighborhood Node L walkable village plan
None stated directly, though development density decisions shape future tax base.
Road funding and I-75 sound walls
Potentially $5.5 million in additional road revenue from the state.
Water Connection Fee Increases
About $1.5 million per year in new fixed charges; average quarterly bill rises to ~$246.
August 4 primary election voting options
Inclusive playground opens at Boulan Park
Grant-funded and reimbursable — a $250,000 county grant plus CDBG funds cover the work, with a $205,126 budget amendment moving money between accounts.
Decisions during term (293)
Recorded while Brooks was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
I.4. Election and Oath of Office for Mayor Pro Tem
I.5. Adoption of Proposed 2026-2027 City Council Rules of Procedure
I.6. Bid Waiver - Golf Course Maintenance Equipment for Sanctuary Lake
I.1. Board and Committee Appointments
J. Consent Agenda (all items)
Approval of “J” Items NOT Removed for Discussion
City Council Minutes-Draft - October 26, 2026
Standard Purchasing Resolution 2: Low Bidder Meeting Specifications – Snow Removal Services for Yard Assistance Program
Standard Purchasing Resolution 5: Approval to Expend Budgeted Funds – Fire and Police Training Center Training Bay Floor Reconditioning
Cooperative Purchasing Programs Resolution
Parks and Recreation Board appointments (Matt Jansen, Kelly Martin)
Mayoral nominations to Global Troy Advisory Committee (Lisa Bica Grodsky, Lisa Neel)
Council nominations — Parks and Recreation Board and Traffic Committee
Bid waiver — Korterra MissDig811 ticket management software
Bid waiver and contract extension — snow removal at Jeanne M. Stine Community Park
Consent agenda (police servers, golf equipment, insurance, website, nonprofit recognition)
Approval of “J” Items NOT Removed for Discussion
Approval of City Council Minutes
City Council Minutes-Draft - October 5, 2026
Proposed City of Troy Proclamations:
Voting record (112)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.