Local Government

Published May 10, 2020

Sterling Heights Sentry

City on course to beat last decade’s census rate

STERLING HEIGHTS — Sterling Heights officials say they are succeeding where it counts — namely the 2020 census.

On April 29, it was determined by the Macomb Township Board of Trustees that just cause did not exist in the previous discipline of Macomb Township General Counsel and Human Resources Director Tom Esordi.

Published April 30, 2020

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Twp. attorney/HR director can return to work following hearing

Over two months after a decision was made to terminate a township employee, a special hearing was held.

Published April 28, 2020

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores mourns death of Councilman Peter Rubino

ST. CLAIR SHORES — A man known for his love of family and the city he called home, Peter Rubino, died April 27.

Spectators watch the 2019 St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade. The 2020 edition of the parade has been cancelled.

Published April 23, 2020

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

Memorial Day Parade, more events cancelled in St. Clair Shores

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Summer is typically a busy time in St. Clair Shores. The fun kicks off with the opening of the baseball season, the first Farmers Market and the Memorial Day Parade, and events continue to bring friends and family together throughout the warm months. But the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, and the measures being taken to slow its spread mean that, at the very least, the beginning of the season is going to look very different in 2020.

On April 22, the Macomb Township Board of Trustees extended the township state of emergency for an additional 30 days. It was also announced that a lawsuit was filed against the township by Tom Esordi, former township general counsel and human resources director.

Published April 23, 2020

Macomb Township Chronicle

State of emergency extended in Macomb Township

Amidst the COVID-19 situation, Macomb Township business carried on at a recent board meeting.

Published April 17, 2020

Royal Oak Review

Paul Brake to start as Royal Oak city manager May 21

ROYAL OAK — On April 13, the Royal Oak City Commission unanimously approved an employee agreement with city manager finalist Paul Brake, the city manager of Morgantown, West Virginia.

On April 14, the Macomb County Board of Commissioners voted to renew and extend the local emergency declaration through May 22. This is the second time the order has been extended due to COVID-19.

Published April 15, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Macomb County emergency declaration extended through May

MACOMB COUNTY — Less than five weeks after a state of emergency was declared in Macomb County due to COVID-19, it was decided to extend the declaration.

Published April 11, 2020

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores to work with companies affected by shutdown

As Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extended the stay at home order for Michigan through April 30, the St. Clair Shores City Council authorized city staff to work with companies that lease land or property from the city to provide them relief while their businesses are shut down.

Published March 30, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Pleasant Ridge to receive $400,000 from MDOT for Woodward Avenue bike path

PLEASANT RIDGE — The Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, also known as SEMCOG, recently announced that it has awarded $6.5 million in Transportation Alternatives Program grant funding for 12 projects.

Published March 27, 2020

Royal Oak Review

Officials encourage residents to fill out 2020 census

ROYAL OAK/CLAWSON — As mandated by the Constitution, the United States has counted its population every 10 years since 1790. This will be the 24th count, but the first time residents can submit online.

Macomb Township has declared a state of emergency, causing building closures.

Published March 23, 2020

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Township declares state of emergency

On March 18, Macomb Township Supervisor Janet Dunn declared a state of emergency exists within Macomb Township due to the “unprecedented” COVID-19 situation. That came just days after the same announcement was made for Macomb County.

Published March 23, 2020

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Fraser mayor issues state of emergency

FRASER — On March 17, Fraser Mayor Mike Carnagie signed a state of emergency as the coronavirus outbreak continues to leave cities and residents with more questions than answers.

Published March 20, 2020

Shelby - Utica News

Utica responds to Coronavirus pandemic

UTICA — Following the recent announcement of the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak, the city of Utica has taken precautions to stop the spread of the virus.

Published March 20, 2020

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores closes buildings to public in response to coronavirus pandemic

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Following an executive order by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, the city of St. Clair Shores closed its library, Senior Activity Center, Civic Arena and golf course to the public as of March 16 to minimize the community spread of the new coronavirus, COVID-19.

Published March 20, 2020

Warren Weekly

Coronavirus ‘state of emergency’ echoes locally in Warren

WARREN/CENTER LINE — Massive national concern over the spread of COVID-19 continued to resonate throughout the region March 19. Warren Mayor Jim Fouts announced a state of emergency for Michigan’s third-largest city, set to begin March 23.

Published March 20, 2020

C&G Newspapers

Courts forced to respond to coronavirus concerns

MACOMB COUNTY — It was only a matter of time before the coronavirus crisis made its way into local courts.

Published March 20, 2020

Mount Clemens - Clinton - Harrison Journal

Mount Clemens responds to COVID-19

MOUNT CLEMENS — Mount Clemens City Manager Don Johnson originally thought City Hall wouldn’t have to close. That was March 16, but due to the fast-evolving coronavirus situation, Mount Clemens officials had to make the decision to shut down City Hall.

Published March 19, 2020

Madison - Park News

Hazel Park closes city departments until April

HAZEL PARK — Hazel Park City Hall and all of its departments are closed until April 1 due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, while their windows are closed to the public, these same departments will still be receiving calls and emails from the public as necessary.

Published March 19, 2020

Royal Oak Review

Clawson declares state of emergency to be ready for aid

CLAWSON — Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mayor Reese Scripture declared a state of emergency in the city of Clawson, effective March 17, which will allow the city to use state and federal resources to directly address the public health emergency.

Published March 19, 2020

Madison - Park News

Madison Heights outlines response to viral outbreak

MADISON HEIGHTS — All city-run events and activities have been postponed or canceled in Madison Heights until April 12, following a state of emergency declared by Mayor Brian Hartwell.