As your Mayor and a proud, long-time resident of Harper Woods, I am once again deeply honored to serve our community! Throughout the years, I have stood by our City when times were tough and helped it grow to be the thriving community that it continues to be. I did not do this by myself. It was made possible with the dedication of our residents, our local businesses, and the commitment of a forward-thinking City Administration and City Council.
Most people cannot even remember what the old Eastland Mall site looked like a few years back compared to what it is today. Still, new developments keep coming—including the Fraser Square Townhouses, built on the former Poupard Elementary School site. We are also excited for our Community Center planned for 2026, and the completion of our “Pocket Park” at Roscommon & Duprey.
Thanks to the collaborative efforts of our City Council and Administration, we have successfully lowered property taxes. This achievement reflects our commitment to community well-being.
We are also investing in the future of our residents. Through our membership in the “Active Adult Commission,” we are expanding services for our senior citizens, such as new classes, workshops, and social events. For individuals of all ages, we have introduced recreation programs, music festivals, concerts, and movie nights to promote health, wellness, and community spirit.
Transparency and trust remain at the heart of our efforts. That is why we have launched a Police Transparency Dashboard on the City’s website—harperwoodscity.org—to provide accurate information and counter misinformation circulating on social media.
My door is always open. Please do not hesitate to attend one of our regular City Council meetings. Together, we will continue to shape the future of Harper Woods!
With gratitude and commitment,
Valerie Kindle
Mayor, City of Harper Woods
