City Council To Pixley: Thank You For Service

After four years of serving his city, Rochester Hills City Councilmember Vern Pixley participated in one of his last meetings on Monday night.

Pixley, elected in 2007 to an at-large seat on council, decided not to run for re-election this year.

"It has been a very enlightening and entertaining four years," he said. "I have truly enjoyed the opportunity to serve my community as an elected official.

"Whether you agree with the things that happen in the city or you don't, you have to agree we live in one of the most soundly financially managed cities."

Pixley is the council's vice-president.

On Monday night, councilmembers took turns thanking Pixley. His last meeting will be in November, before his at-large replacement is sworn in.

"He has been a role model for me in terms of public service," said councilmember Michael Webber.

Council President Greg Hooper called Pixley the "ultimate professional businessman."

"If I needed sound, intelligent advice on an issue, I could count on Vern," Hooper said.

Pixley, along with his wife, Lori, received a commemorative plaque from the city in honor of his service.

"I look forward to sitting on the other side," Pixley said.