Bloomfield Township homeowners in three special assessment districts will receive partial refunds after road paving projects in the Kirkway and Bloomfield Village areas were completed under budget.
Refunds break down as follows:
SAD 425 (Kirkway area): $4,518.41 per full unit of benefit; $2,259.20 per half unit
SAD 426 (Bloomfield Village "Blue" section): $8,971.01
SAD 427 (Bloomfield Village "Red/Pink" section): $11,487.05
Homeowners who paid their assessments in full will receive a refund check within the next few weeks. Those paying in installments will see credits applied to their 2026 and 2027 installments.
"Through effective project management and continued financial discipline, we completed these projects under budget," said Treasurer Michael Schostak. "It's the residents' money, and every dollar of surplus is going back to the homeowners."
Each project included pulverizing the existing roadway, installing four inches of new asphalt, and replacing curb and gutter sections. In total, approximately 9.12 miles of new road were constructed.
The Township finances SAD projects using municipal bonds, leveraging its AAA credit rating to secure the lowest possible borrowing costs for homeowners. Savings realized at the end of these projects will also help inform future estimates and strategies for upcoming SAD projects.
"I want to congratulate the many Township departments who worked alongside residents to bring these projects to completion — from the initial expressions of interest and public hearings through final paving," said Supervisor Mike McCready. "This is truly a team effort, and it's rewarding to see that collaboration result in real savings for our community." Supervisor McCready recently discussed how residents establish a Special Assessment District with Assessing Director Darrin Kraatz on Supervisor Summary, the Township's video update series.
An additional phase in Bloomfield Village and the Vernor Estates neighborhood is expected to follow a similar process in 2026.
“As we complete more SAD road projects, we continue to learn and refine the process,” Schostak said. “Maintaining strong financial stewardship is my priority as Treasurer, and I look forward to finding even more ways to improve estimates, closely monitor the project costs, and deliver the high level of value our residents expect.”
Founded in 1827, Bloomfield Township is the oldest charter township in Oakland County, Michigan, home to approximately 44,000 residents. Dedicated to providing exceptional services and fostering a high quality of life, Bloomfield Township is committed to supporting public infrastructure and preserving natural resources for the benefit of its residents and future generations.