Southfield Veterans' Commission
Serving all Veterans in the City of Southfield
The board members of the Southfield Veterans' Commission
can be reached at
1-248-796-4VET
or in writing at
Southfield Veterans' Commission
City of Southfield
P.O. Box 2055
Southfield MI 48037-2055
southfieldvets@cityofsouthfield.com
Oakland County and SMART Launch Pilot Program Providing Free Transit for Veterans and Dependents
Oakland County, in collaboration with SMART (Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation), is launching a groundbreaking pilot program aimed at providing free transit for veterans.
The transportation program will offer door-to-door service throughout Oakland County Monday-Friday between the hours of 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. Weekend transit services will vary by provider. The pilot program will run from June 1 to Aug. 31, or until the allocated funds are exhausted. Personal care assistants, widows and widowers of veterans may also ride for free. Veterans need only show their DD214, veterans ID from the Oakland County Clerk’s Office, or veteran designation on their driver’s license to get a ride. To schedule a trip, call 248-419-7984.
“This service is a small way that we can honor the huge sacrifice our veterans have made for all of us,” County Executive Dave Coulter said. “Veterans and their families can access essential services this summer without worrying about the financial cost of transportation."
Southfield Police Department May 17, 2024 Memorial Service
Southfield Veterans' Commission Chairperson Dr. Rodney Caruthers and Southfield Veterans' Commission Liaison Lieutenant Bzeith Mostapha honor two fallen police officers who were also military veterans. Officer James William McMahon served in the Navy and officer Donald L. Harding served in the National Guard
The Southfield Veterans’ Commission presented a check to the city to assist Southfield veterans in need.
L-R Mrs. Rhonda Terry (Sfld Human Services), Lieutenant Bzeth Mostapha (Sfld Police Liaison), Commissioner John Eley, Commissioner Barbara Seldon, Commissioner Chaka McDonald, Dr. Rodney Caruthers, Chairperson
2024 Memorial Day Program Planning
Southfield Veterans Commission, City and Montford Point officials meet to plan for the 2024 City of Southfield Memorial Day Ceremony:
Standing-Commissioner John Eley (Treasurer)/Commanding Officer Robert B. Middleton II (Montford Point Marines of America, Inc.)/ Dr. Rod Caruthers (Chairperson)/Commissioner Barbara Seldon (Vice Chairperson)/Mr. Michael Manion (Sfld Community Relations Director)/Commissioner Chaka McDonald.
Seated clockwise- Commissioner Seldon, Commanding Officer Middleton II, Commissioner Dr. Caruthers, Commissioner McDonald, Director Manion, Commissioner Ely.
March 11, 2024 Southfield Veterans' Commission meeting night!
L-R.. Commissioner John Eley (Treas) Councilman Daniel Brightwell (Founder) Lt. Mo Bzeih (Liaison)Thasha Murphy LCSW (Visitor) Commissioner Barbara Purifoy (Vice Chairperson) Dr. Rodney Caruthers (Commission Chairperson)
Upcoming Events:
Please visit the Veteran Events Calendar for veteran events going on near you!
Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, or concerns.
Thank you for your service!
