Business & Development

Alyssa Tracey of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation joins Paul Traub of the Federal Reserve Bank Chicago/Detroit branch for questions from the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce membership Jan. 11.

Published January 14, 2019

Economists look at the health of Michigan and U.S. coffers

BIRMINGHAM — When it comes to how Michigan and our nation’s economy will fare in 2019, there’s plenty of data to suggest that we’ll continue to have growth above trend. But if we’ve learned anything from the past few years, it would be to expect the unexpected.

Published January 14, 2019

Sterling Heights Sentry

Consumers Energy to perform pipeline work in Sterling Heights’ ITC corridor

STERLING HEIGHTS — Lots of utility construction is headed down the line this year as Consumers Energy plans to build new pipeline infrastructure in Sterling Heights’ ITC corridor. Lynn Wilson, a Consumers Energy stakeholder engagement manager, briefly explained the scope of the utility company’s South Oakland Macomb Network project during a presentation at a Jan. 2 Sterling Heights City Council meeting.

Published January 14, 2019

Sterling Heights Sentry

City approves agreement for 4-story apartments plan

STERLING HEIGHTS — Sterling Heights will soon have a bit more height to it, at least along its northern border, according to city officials. At a Jan. 2 meeting, the Sterling Heights City Council voted 6-0 to approve a second amended and restated conditional rezoning agreement. This will open the path for developer Frank Karam to build a four-story independent senior living apartment complex just south of Lakeside Mall.

The Southfield City Council recently approved a plan to place new condos geared toward seniors in an empty lot at Lahser and Duns Scotus.

Published January 9, 2019

Southfield Sun

New condos on Lahser get green light

SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield City Council recently approved a local development company’s plan for a new condominium complex geared toward the city’s aging population.

Troy resident Annette Johnson jogs on the Troy Trail Dec. 20.

Published January 9, 2019

Troy Times

Neighbors detour trails and pathways plan in Troy

TROY — Troy’s trails and pathways plan will take a different turn after residents along the proposed route told city staff they don’t want the path to go through their neighborhood.

This 11-acre site on Tower Drive, zoned office mixed use in accordance with the city’s master plan, promotes infill of sites like this.

Published January 9, 2019

Troy Times

Planning Commission pauses plan for retail center on Tower Drive

TROY — The Troy Planning Commission paused plans for a retail development and drive-thru window on 11 parking-lot-heavy acres on Tower Drive, at Crooks Road, so the developer could address foot traffic concerns in the proposed development.

Published January 8, 2019

Rochester Post

Groups aim to build memory care facility

ROCHESTER — Ascension Crittenton Hospital, Cornerstone Medical Group and Torch Development are hoping to build a medical office building with a residential memory care unit at 1000 W. University Drive in Rochester.

Published January 8, 2019

Woodward Talk

Ferndale chooses developer for skate park project

FERNDALE — The Ferndale City Council recently approved a bid proposal for a developer to design and build a skate park.

Published January 7, 2019

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Birmingham weighs permanent valet downtown

BIRMINGHAM — There were plenty of silver linings to be found when downtown Birmingham was closed for reconstruction over the summer at Maple Road and Old Woodward Avenue. But among the retail and dining promotions, art exhibitions and kids activities, one perk was a standout: that free valet parking.

Published January 7, 2019

Warren Weekly

Details emerge about $170 million Warren downtown project

WARREN — A stalled effort to inject new economic life into Warren’s Civic Center appeared closer to becoming a reality at last as 2018 drew to a close. Warren Mayor Jim Fouts announced the selection of Flaherty & Collins Properties as the “master developer” for a $170 million development project on land where the old Warren City Hall once stood, along Van Dyke Avenue, north of 12 Mile Road.

Published January 2, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak rolls out 30-minute parking pilot program

ROYAL OAK — On Dec. 21, the city of Royal Oak installed parking meter signage on five parking spots along Main Street, between 11 Mile Road and Fourth Street, denoting them as 30-minute “quick” spaces as part of a pilot parking program.

Published December 27, 2018

Royal Oak Review

Boji Group donates $10K for library vestibule

ROYAL OAK — Before the Dec. 10 Royal Oak City Commission meeting, developer Ron Boji, of the Lansing-based Boji Group, presented the Royal Oak Public Library with a check for $10,000.

Earlier this year, Tooling Technology Group expanded its Majestic Industries facility in Macomb Township, investing $19.9 million.

Published December 21, 2018

Macomb Township Chronicle

Manufacturing facility opens headquarters in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — At the State of the County address earlier this month, Tooling Technology Group, or TTG, was mentioned as one of several companies that invested in Macomb County in 2018.

Published December 21, 2018

Grosse Pointe Times

It’s smooth sailing for boat club site plan

GROSSE POINTE FARMS — The aging main building of a local sailing club is about to get a makeover. Crescent Sail Yacht Club, at 276 Lake Shore Road in Grosse Pointe Farms, received unanimous approval Dec. 10 from the Farms City Council for renovations on the clubhouse.

Geary Park improvements to the tune of $250,000 were approved by the Ferndale City Council Dec. 17. Some of those improvements include a walking path, outdoor fitness equipment, landscaping updates and a basketball court.

Published December 20, 2018

Woodward Talk

Ferndale OKs Geary Park improvements and budget

FERNDALE — A master concept plan for Geary Park improvements and its budget were approved 4-0 by the Ferndale City Council at its Dec. 17 meeting.

The Ferndale City Council approved a bid package of almost $3 million to complete work in preparation for construction of “The dot,” a parking structure with residential, retail and office space slated to be built on West Troy Street.

Published December 20, 2018

Woodward Talk

Ferndale approves almost $3M for ‘dot’ site prep construction

FERNDALE — The Ferndale City Council approved a bid package of close to $3 million to various contractors to complete work in preparation for construction of “The dot,” a parking structure with retail, office and residential space, on the West Troy Street parking lot.

Published December 20, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

New owners hope to make St. Clair Shores a ‘brewing destination’

ST. CLAIR SHORES — With the recommendation of approval of microbrewer, small winemaker and small distiller licenses from City Council, the newest microbrewery coming to St. Clair Shores is one step closer to approval.

Machinery sits at the future site of Sylvan Table, 1819 Inver-ness St., near Sylvan Lake City Hall, Dec. 18.

Published December 19, 2018

West Bloomfield Beacon

Restaurant development slated for lot near Sylvan lake City Hall

SYLVAN LAKE — A new restaurant is coming to Sylvan Lake, and while many in the community look forward to pulling up a seat, some have lamented the loss of trees.

Published December 18, 2018

Southfield Sun

Condominiums geared toward seniors in talks for Lahser

SOUTHFIELD — If approved by the Southfield City Council, a new condominium complex could be popping up in the city soon.

The 8-by-32-foot mural on the brick wall along State Street, part of the CVS Pharmacy building, was created by Farmington Hills resident John Martin.

Published December 18, 2018

Farmington Press

Farmington Hills man’s art selected for mural project

FARMINGTON — The large brick wall along State Street, part of the CVS Pharmacy building, 23391 Farmington Road, was a blank canvas. Now it is home to an eye-catching mural.