Business & Development

Published May 8, 2019

TROY — Although Altair officials couldn’t pinpoint when the work will happen, they unveiled concept plans to expand on a total of 20 acres at their headquarters, on the south side of Big Beaver Road, west of John R Road.

Published May 8, 2019

Troy Times

Troy City Council holds off on cement contract pending audit

TROY — Saying it was a deal they could refuse — for now — the Troy City Council voted unanimously to postpone consideration of a cement contract with DiLisio Contracting Inc., of Clinton Township, the low bidder.

Published May 8, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Local women get down to business

METRO DETROIT — Being a female entrepreneur isn’t much different than being a male entrepreneur. It takes hard work and sacrifice to build a business. But sometimes success is a little bit sweeter for a female business owner, because she’s probably had to overcome a few stereotypes to get to the top and pave the way for the ladies behind her.

Oakleigh of Macomb Assisted Living and Memory Care, a senior living facility, is under construction and scheduled to open in November.

Published May 7, 2019

Macomb Township Chronicle

Senior community facility under construction in Macomb Township

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — Construction continues at the site of Macomb Township’s newest senior living community.

Published May 7, 2019

Woodward Talk

Detroit, private group close on sale of former State Fairgrounds

DETROIT — The former State Fairgrounds in Detroit that sits on the border of Ferndale has seen some of its land sold off to a private developer, while the rest will go to the city of Detroit.

Published May 7, 2019

Woodward Talk

Ferndale hires in-house for city manager position

FERNDALE — The city of Ferndale is looking to one of its own to lead the way as city manager. Pending contract negotiations, Ferndale announced that Joe Gacioch will be the new city manager. He’s been acting as the interim city manager since the departure of April Lynch at the end of February.

Published May 6, 2019

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Chamber announces first annual scholarship award

BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce is arguably the biggest support resource for businesses in the Eagle’s coverage area. Sometimes, that means helping the people who could someday run those businesses get a leg up.

Published May 6, 2019

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Birmingham seeks input on master plan for neighborhoods

BIRMINGHAM — Over the years, the city of Birmingham has revisited and tweaked certain portions of its master plan, like for the downtown, the Triangle District and the Eton Street corridor.

Published May 1, 2019

Troy Times

Troy City Council to consider urban zoning for 12 acres on John R

TROY — Although the Troy Planning Commission — in a divided decision — said an urban residential use is too intense for just under 12 acres on John R Road, north of Big Beaver Road, the Troy City Council will make the final decision on a rezoning request in the coming weeks.

A 27-unit condo development is slated for this 1.8-acre site at Long Lake and Livernois roads after the City Council approved a rezoning request.

Published May 1, 2019

Troy Times

Condos proceed after storage facility nixed in Troy

TROY — After Troy City Council members shelved a controversial storage facility on a site two years ago in a split vote, they unanimously approved plans for a 27-unit condominium development for the spot — 1.8 acres on the south side of Long Lake Road, west of Livernois Road.

Published April 30, 2019

Macomb Township Chronicle

Conceptual review plan held for Walden Communities

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — The site of a proposed senior housing community is now rezoned.

Published April 30, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Macomb Business Awards winners recognized

MACOMB COUNTY — Winners of the Macomb Business Awards were announced April 23 at the Sterling Inn Banquet and Conference Center in Sterling Heights.

Published April 30, 2019

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores votes to allow different materials on Harper buildings

ST. CLAIR SHORES — St. Clair Shores is expanding the list of allowable exterior building materials in the Harper Avenue Overlay Zone, which also dictates the building requirements in the Lakefront Business District.

Published April 30, 2019

Woodward Talk

Ferndale council speaks on Baker College negotiation withdrawal

FERNDALE — Several days after Baker College announced that it was withdrawing from conversations with the city of Ferndale on a downtown college campus, City Council members shared their final thoughts on the project.

Published April 30, 2019

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Roseville considering surveillance requirements for businesses

ROSEVILLE — The Roseville City Council is considering an ordinance to require some businesses to meet standards for camera and surveillance equipment.

Published April 23, 2019

Grosse Pointe Times

Grosse Pointe Restaurant Week serves up something for all tastes

GROSSE POINTES — Whether there’s a restaurant you already love or a new one you’ve been meaning to try, Grosse Pointe Restaurant Week is a great excuse to dine out. From April 28 to May 4, eateries that serve up everything from sandwiches to steaks to sweet treats are participating in the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce’s eighth annual Grosse Pointe Restaurant Week.

Published April 23, 2019

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Awards to highlight Fraser’s best

FRASER — This year marks the second rendition of the Fraser Academy Member of Excellence, or F.A.M.E., awards, put on by the Eastpointe-Roseville Chamber of Commerce.

Published April 23, 2019

Woodward Talk

Berkley looking to demolish ice arena this summer

BERKLEY — The Berkley Ice Arena, which has been closed since 2016, is set to be demolished later this year.

Jamex Brewing Co. will build an outdoor patio after receiving approval from the City Council April 15.

Published April 22, 2019

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Outdoor seating coming to St. Clair Shores brewery

ST. CLAIR SHORES — When the summer sun shines, many people want to be outdoors, and that’s a trend that local business owners are capitalizing on when planning outdoor patios.

Published April 22, 2019

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores City Council puts caveat on approval of 24-hour business for safety concerns

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The City Council approved a request for a 24-hour gym to operate at 24040 Harper Ave., but some members expressed concerns about the security of a hallway that will lead to the entrance of the business.