1500History
In a typical year, over 1500 pounds are collected and donated to local food banks.
1831History
== History ==
The settlement of Wixom dates back to 1831.
1837Infrastructure
In 1837 Sibley donated a portion of his property for a local cemetery; which was called South Commerce Burial Ground; however, was later changed to Wixom Cemetery.
1871Culture
The establishment of Wixom as a place started in 1871 when Willard Clark Wixom (son of Ahijah C.
1883Architecture
In 1883, Willard opened his property up to become an important railroad junction to make way for the Michigan Airline Railroad Grand Trunk Western Railroad.
1901History
On December 24, 1901, Willard was struck and killed by a passenger train while crossing the tracks in his horse and buggy.
1957Economy
The city was home to the now-demolished Wixom Assembly Plant, which operated from 1957–2007.
1958Culture
Prior to 1958, Wixom received police services from the Oakland County Sheriff's Department.
1996Economy
On November 14, 1996, Gerald Atkins "shot his way" into the Ford Wixom Assembly Plant with a CAR-15 semi-automatic rifle, eventually killing plant manufacturing manager Darrell ...
2000History
=== 2000 census ===
As of the census of 2000, there were 13,263 people, 5,889 households, and 3,150 families residing in the city.
2008Architecture
The project was postponed in 2008 and construction did not begin again until 2014.
2010History
== Demographics ==
=== 2010 census ===
As of the census of 2010, there were 13,498 people, 5,725 households, and 3,382 families residing in the city.
2023Architecture
Recent Projects
West End Sidewalk Project: Sidewalk on the South side of Pontiac Trail between Wixom Road and Old Wixom Road was rebuilt and updated with new landscaping boxes i...
2024History
Priorities of Focus 2024/2025
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