City Town Village Township Government City of Melvindale

City Of Melvindale specializes in Government - Police Protection, Local Government.

Melvindale was originally formed in the 1920's from a small farm-residential area known as Oakwood Heights, it was designed by land developers to provide homes for workers in the nearby Ford Rouge plant. The name "Melvindale" comes from one of the developers, Melvin Wilkinson.

The City of Melvindale operates under the Council-Mayor form of government. The Mayor, City Clerk, Treasurer/Assessor, and six council members are elected for four-year terms. The Mayor appoints, and the City Council confirms the City Attorney, City Administrator, and all other department heads. These individuals serve at the will and pleasure of the Mayor and City Council. Melvindale is a...