What Is the Beautification Advisory Committee?
If the City of Berkley is a canvas, the Beautification Advisory Committee is the artist that takes a wide-angled view of the community, develops recommendations, and then advises City leaders about various methods to improve the aesthetics of the City. Committee members add value by implementing the proposed beautification plans.
Committee recommendations may also identify a number of initiatives aimed at engaging residents and community groups to keep the city clean and beautiful year-round. Examples of committee activities include the following:
- Planting flower gardens
- Tree Preservation
- Blight removal
- Storefront improvements
- Open space needs
- Annual paint up-cleanup-fix up event
- Beautification projects on municipal property
- Christmas holiday decorations
Who we are:
Beautification Advisory Committee members are appointed by the City Council and serve a three-year term. There's no limit on the number of members, and anyone who's a registered voter or property owner can join.
*Student Representative Position Available*
Lynne Khadra
Term Expires July 2024
Anela Mihaescu
Term Expires July 2024
Dan Mihaescu (Chairperson)
Term Expires July 2024
Gary Elrod
Term Expires July 2026
Taylor Beach
Term Expires July 2026
Jennifer Smitterberg
Term Expires July 2024
2022 Edge Your Sidewalk Campaign
The Beautification Advisory Committee is hosting a community-wide Edge Your Sidewalk Campaign to beautify our Berkley neighborhoods! The goal is to have this effort completed by the city-wide garage sale beginning June 23, 2022.
A Few Reasons Why You Should Edge Your Sidewalk
- Uniform grass lines give your lawn a clean and manicured appearance.
- Provides a root barrier to prevent invasive lawn grasses from entering flowerbeds.
- Snow removal is easier because your equipment does not get caught on the grass overhanging your sidewalk areas.
- Proper edging uncovers the entire surface area of your concrete surfaces, giving your property better overall dimensions.
- Your sidewalks become safer for pedestrians by eliminating some trip hazards.
- Looking to edge your sidewalk but need help? OR able to help out a fellow neighbor?
Email berkleybac@gmail.com
Meeting Time:
6:30pm
When Can You Attend a Meeting?
Meeting Time: 6:30 PM
Meeting Location: Pinspiration Berkley, 2733 Coolidge Highway
2023 Meeting Dates:
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April 26
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May 24
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June 28
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July 26
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August 23
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September 27
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October 25
Location:
Pinspiration Berkley, 2733 Coolidge Highway
All board meetings are open to members of the public to attend.
Click here for agendas & minutes. To view the enabling legislation surrounding the Tree Board, click here. Questions or comments for the board can be directed to DPW Director Shawn Young at syoung@berkleymich.net or 248-658-3490.
Meeting Agendas
& Minutes
Below you will find agendas and minutes for Beautification Advisory Committee meetings from May 2019-present. If you are looking for an agenda or minutes from a specific meeting not listed below, please call the City Clerk's Office at 248.658.3310.
BAC meetings are typically held on the 2nd Wednesday bi-month at 6:30 PM.
All meetings are open to the public but are not recorded or televised live on WBRK.
2023
July 26- Regular Meeting
May 24- Regular Meeting CANCELLED
April 26- Regular Meeting
April 18 Regular Meeting
2022
October 26
2021
August 25