Southfield Township, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms & Franklin-at-a-Glance
Southfield Township at-a-Glance
Within Southfield Township’s boundaries you will find the Villages of Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms and Franklin. Each village provides its residents with unique locations to live, learn and relax with winding streets, tree-covered lawns and unique shopping districts. Located minutes from several expressways we are able to maintain our rural atmosphere in the shadow of a metropolitan area.
Southfield Township
18550 West 13 Mile Road
Southfield Township, MI48025
Phone: 248-540-3420
Supervisor, Raymond Mills
Oakland County Board of Commissioners Representative for the Township of Southfield
1200 N. Telegraph, Pontiac MI 48341-0421 Marcia Gershenson, District 17, Phone: 248-858-0100 (County); 248-808-1032 (Home)
A Brief History of Southfield Township - Southfield Township, originally known as Ossewa Township, came into existence on July 12, 1830. The name was changed to Southfield Township seventeen days later. Franklin Village was an early community established in the fall of 1828. The breakup of the original 36 square miles of Southfield Township began with the incorporation of the City of Lathrup Village on May 12, 1953, the Village of Franklin on November 8, 1953, the Village of Bingham Farms on June 7, 1955, and the Village of Beverly Hills (originally named the Village of Westwood) in April, 1958. The City of Southfield was incorporated on September 16, 1957.
Beverly Hills at-a-Glance
Located in southeastern Oakland County the Village of Beverly Hills combines resort-style living with big-city amenities. Within our 4.25 square-mile community are tranquil neighborhoods the rouge river and a population of 10,500, making it the largest village in Michigan.
For outdoor and community entertainment Beverly Park offers nature trails, a playscape and tennis courts. In addition Riverside Park offers a quiet spot to enjoy the River Rouge, which winds through the village.
Oakland County Board of Commissioners Representative for the Village of Beverly Hills
1200 N. Telegraph, Pontiac MI 48341-0421 Marcia Gershenson, District 17, Phone: 248-858-0100 (County); 248-808-1032 (Home)
Business Development and Professional Training
Beverly Park
Located on Beverly Road between Evergreen and Southfield, Beverly Park features a covered pavilion, nature trails, playscape, tennis and basketball courts. Throughout the year, the hosts several events including:
Winter Family Fun Day
Held the third Sunday in January, this popular event features sledding, ice skating and cross country skiing.
Memorial Day Parade and Carnival
Sponsored by the Village Woman's Club, it begins at Groves High School and proceeds to Beverly Park. The Carnival is held in Beverly Park with rides, games and refreshments.
Halloween Hoot
Easter Egg Hunt
Birmingham Area Seniors Coordinating Council (BASCC) Midvale Center
2121 Midvale Avenue
Birmingham Michigan 48009
Phone: 248-203-5270
Friends of the Rouge
University of Michigan - Dearborn
4901 Evergreen, 220 ASC
Dearborn, MI 48128
Phone: 313-792-9900
Southeastern Oakland County Resource Recycling Authority (SOCRRA)
3910 West Webster Road
Royal Oak, MI 48073
Phone: 248-288-5150
SOCRRA provides safe disposal of hazardous waste to the following municipalities: Berkley, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Clawson, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Lathrup Village, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak and Troy.
Bingham Farms-at-a-Glance
Incorporated in 1955, the Village of Bingham Farms has melded its goal to maintain the natural beauty of the community while providing a home for a thriving office district. Bingham Farms is a tiny community comprising 1.25 square miles, conveniently located off Telegraph between the City of Southfield and Bloomfield Township. Major thoroughfares are just minutes away. Bingham Farms is noted for its large lots, natural landscaping and tree-lined streets. The village has approximately 480 homes (comprised of single-family and condominiums). There are 23 office buildings in two zoning districts, which are home to approximately 600 non-retail businesses.
Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Phone: 248-644-0044
Council President, MaryJane Bauer
Village Clerk/Administrator, Kathryn Hagarman
Oakland County Board of Commissioners Representative for the Village of Bingham Farms
1200 N. Telegraph, Pontiac MI 48341-0421 Marcia Gershenson, District 17, Phone: 248-858-0100 (County); 248-808-1032 (Home)
Business Development and Professional Training
Birmingham Area Seniors Coordinating Council (BASCC)
Midvale Center
2121 Midvale Avenue
Birmingham Michigan 48009
Phone: 248-203-5270
Friends of the Rouge
University of Michigan - Dearborn
4901 Evergreen, 220 ASC
Dearborn, MI 48128
Phone: 313-792-9900
MI Horticulture Society
30600 Telegraph, Suite 3360
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Franklin-at-a-Glance
Known as the town that time forgot, the Village of Franklin successfully maintains its rural charm within the heart of southern Oakland County. This 2.7 square-mile village is home to 3,000 people, a thriving business community and a very active community association.
Franklin Village Center, which is one of the first registered Historical districts in the state, features scenic vistas. The center also features unique shops and the Franklin Cider Mill, which is a popular attraction. Franklin’s Village Green park is located adjacent the village offices and hosts several community events throughout the year.
Come to Franklin Village and discover its timeless charm.
Village of Franklin
32325 Franklin Road
Franklin, Michigan 48025
Phone: 248-626-9666
Village Administrator, Jon E. Stoppels
Village Council President, Mark Jahnke
Oakland County Board of Commissioners Representative for the Village of Franklin 1200 N. Telegraph, Pontiac MI 48341-0421 Marcia Gershenson, District 17, Phone: 248-858-0100 (County); 248-808-1032 (Home)
Business Development and Professional Training
Beverly Hills at-a-Glance
Village of Beverly Hills community profile
community while providing a home for a thriving office district. Bingham Farms is a tiny community comprising 1.25 square miles, conveniently located off Telegraph between the City of Southfield and Bloomfield Township. Major thoroughfares are just minutes away. Bingham Farms is noted for its large lots, natural landscaping and tree-lined streets. The village has approximately 480 homes (comprised of single-family and condominiums). There are 23 office buildings in two zoning districts, which are home to approximately 600 non-retail businesses.
