5 Things You Should Know Today — July 25, 2011

Both the Farmington Hills City Council and the board meet tonight, giving you a chance to make your voice heard. But there's also an entertainment opportunity.

1. The weather

The National Weather Service predicts sunny skies and a high of 85 degrees. It's not much of a cooldown from last week's 90- to 100-degree temperatures, but we'll take it.

2. Door-to-door solicitors

A Farmington Hills resident recently reported that a door-to-door salesman had come to the resident's home but that when the saleman left, he was seen going around the side of the house, rather than back to the street. A family member heard a backyard shed door open and close, but nothing was reported missing. While this solicitor had a permit, those who sell door-to-door have rules to follow. Keep an eye out and report any suspicious activity to the or departments.

3. Entertainment

If you're looking for something fun to do tonight, check out , a free car show that starts at 5 p.m. at the Village Commons (look for on the corner of the shopping center). The evening includes disc jockey entertainment and a 50/50 raffle; if it rains, the event will be canceled.

4. Farmington Hills City Council

Hills officials will meet at 6 p.m. at for a study session to discuss responses to a resident survey and to hear a financial forecast from David Gadja, city finance director. Their regular meeting at 7:30 p.m. will include an appearance by Miss Oakland County Kelly Oles, approval of expenditures on contracts for asphalt paving and concrete work, and a resolution asking the state and federal government to enact legislation that addresses issues and concerns raised by the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act. There's also time for public comment on any topic.

5. Farmington Downtown Development Authority

DDA board members meet at 6 p.m. at . They'll hear reports about June's Art on the Grand, trees at the and work plan updates. They'll also enter into a closed session to discuss a property acquisition, and there's time for public comment at the end of the meeting.