Local Government

Coulter: Oakland County drives Michigan economy

Published February 17, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Coulter: Oakland County drives Michigan economy

OAKLAND COUNTY — Oakland County Executive David Coulter outlined his agenda, “Oakland Together,” during his 2019 State of the County address Feb. 12.

Published February 17, 2020

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak hedges in on new city manager

ROYAL OAK — On Feb. 10, the Royal Oak City Commission unanimously selected six prospective candidates to move on to a first round of interviews for the position of city manager.

Published February 17, 2020

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Funds allocated for water main fixes and road resurfacing in Fraser

FRASER — On Jan. 27, Fraser City Council approved a pair of water main projects and shored up plans in regard to a local road long in need of repairs.

Macomb County inspecting Lake Boulevard Drain

Published February 17, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Macomb County inspecting Lake Boulevard Drain

ST. CLAIR SHORES/ROSEVILLE — Following similar work in other areas of St. Clair Shores and Eastpointe, the Macomb County Public Works Office is taking a look at a storm drain in St. Clair Shores and Roseville that hasn’t been inspected in decades.

Published February 14, 2020

C&G Newspapers

DIA making presentations about upcoming millage renewal vote

METRO DETROIT — The Detroit Institute of Arts is out in the community trying to raise awareness of the millage that has been helping support the museum since 2012.

Harper Woods seeks to fill vacancies on boards, commissions

Published February 14, 2020

Advertiser Times

Harper Woods seeks to fill vacancies on boards, commissions

HARPER WOODS — The city of Harper Woods is putting out a call for residents who are interested in volunteering to fill vacancies on several boards or commissions.

Published February 14, 2020

Warren Weekly

Warren council seeks clarity on ‘snow alert’ policy

WARREN — Winter’s not gone yet, and snow emergencies — or “snow alerts” as they’re referenced in Warren’s code of ordinances — were a topic of discussion among officials at the City Council’s first regular meeting in February.

Published February 14, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Municipal bonds save ratepayers $1 million more than estimated

MACOMB COUNTY — The Macomb County Public Works Office recently saved Macomb County sewer service ratepayers about $4.6 million — or about $1 million more than initially estimated — after refinancing municipal bonds.

Residents pose for a photo in front of the Southfield Public Library in 2016. City officials are urging residents to partake in the 2020 census.

Published February 12, 2020

Southfield Sun

Southfield officials urge residents to take 2020 census, volunteers needed

SOUTHFIELD — City officials want to make sure everyone in Southfield is counted for the 2020 census.

Macomb Township Deputy Supervisor Francesca Biondo’s last day with the township was Jan. 24. When asked if Biondo was fired, Macomb Township Supervisor Janet Dunn said, “She’s no longer working here.”

Published February 12, 2020

Macomb Township Chronicle

Departure creates vacancy in Macomb Township Supervisor’s Office

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On the heels of a township employee being placed on administrative leave, another individual is no longer employed with the township.

Published February 11, 2020

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Two Fraser parks to receive upgrades

FRASER — A couple of city parks are on the agenda for upgrades this calendar year.

Published February 11, 2020

Woodward Talk

Huntington Woods to study municipal fees for all departments

HUNTINGTON WOODS — The Huntington Woods City Commission approved a study that will review the city’s municipal fees and rates.

Published February 11, 2020

Woodward Talk

Cities focus on unsolicited materials delivered to homes

BERKLEY/HUNTINGTON WOODS — The city of Berkley is working on an ordinance to regulate the placement of unsolicited written materials on private property, while Huntington Woods has passed its own ordinance on the subject.

Published February 11, 2020

Woodward Talk

Ferndale mayors remember the late Mayor Robert Porter

FERNDALE — A former Ferndale mayor whose influence helped the city through a rough patch has died.

Published February 7, 2020

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Study to determine correct stormwater assessments

ST. CLAIR SHORES — As St. Clair Shores has been prohibited from charging a stormwater utility fee through a class action lawsuit filed by resident Brad Patrick and the Kickham Hanley law firm, city officials are now working to determine how they can correctly pay for the stormwater system.

Published February 7, 2020

West Bloomfield Beacon

West Bloomfield board members show unity in reelection bid

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The current term of the West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees (2016-2020) has been a peaceful one, defined by civility among its members — a refreshing change of pace from previous cycles, where in-fighting was a common occurrence, officials said.

Published February 7, 2020

Warren Weekly

Mayor names three to fill Warren public service posts

WARREN — Gus Ghanam is Warren’s new public service director, Dale Walker is the city’s new Department of Public Works superintendent, and Gary Sikora is the new sanitation superintendent.

Published February 6, 2020

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Retired Royal Oak city manager offered same position in Mount Clemens

MOUNT CLEMENS — A man with previous experience as a city manager in Oakland County was given a vote of approval to serve in the same capacity in Mount Clemens.

Macomb Township General Counsel and Human Resources Director Tom Esordi was placed on administrative leave the week of Jan. 20. Esordi’s attorney believes there’s no cause to take any disciplinary action against Esordi.

Published February 5, 2020

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Township HR director, legal counsel placed on leave

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — At press time, a top-level township employee remained away from work indefinitely.

Published February 5, 2020

Farmington Press

Farmington Hills City Council enacts new regulations for donation collection bins

FARMINGTON HILLS — A new ordinance has been enacted to establish language and parameters surrounding donation collection bins, best known for collecting shoes, clothes and other materials.

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