minimizing land-use conflicts while supporting both sectors. The approach accommodates growth through smaller-lot single-family homes (as small as a tenth of an acre) and attached townhomes, with recent approvals including a 41-unit subdivision.As Benson observes, these projects cater to “older folks or younger people just getting started,” ensuring housing remains accessible across demographics. INFRASTRUCTURE: BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE Wixom’s infrastructure investments demonstrate proactive, long-term planning. The city recently completed a $6 million upgrade to its wastewater treatment facility, adding a fourth clarifier to support continued growth.“We paid for that in part through our ARPA funding,” notes Benson, highlighting strategic resource allocation. “That will allow us to continue to have the capacity we need for new of our residents live in apartments,” notes Beagle, underscoring this historical influence. Current projects include a 70-unit townhouse development that is being considered and a mixed-use proposal with 60 workforce-housing units downtown, demonstrating Wixom’s commitment to varied housing options.“There’s been a lot of intentionality on the planning side of accommodating different housing styles,” Benson adds. Strategic zoning reinforces this balance.“One of the things that I really appreciate as a city administrator is that there was some really well-thought-out planning that was done when Wixom was growing over the years,” says Brown.“Most of our residential is north of Pontiac Trail, whereas commercial-industrial uses are concentrated south.” This intentional separation has proven effective, 113 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 08 WIXOM, MI
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