 YOUR CITY AT WORK FOR YOU!
The Honorable Mayor Hubert Yopp
Released: Tuesday, April 7, 2020
We understand this is a challenging time for many Highland Park residents. Below we have compiled trusted resources you might find helpful from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the State of Michigan, the Wayne County Health Department and more.
We are working closely to monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) and working with public health officials from Wayne County, the State of Michigan, and Federal agencies for best practices for protection against potential exposure.
The City of Highland Park was one of the first local governments to be proactive and shut down City Hall due to (COVID-19). We appreciate your cooperation as we work together to keep our community safe.
The Honorable
Mayor Hubert Yopp
Please find below an update of activities taking place between
(4/6/2020 thru 4/12/2020)
WATER DEPARTMENT
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Please be advised that the Highland Park Water Department Customer Service Center will be CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. If any residents should have any questions or concerns please direct calls to the City of Highland Park Water Department at (313) 865-1876 to leave a message or email hpwaterdepartment@metroca.net. Please utilize our online payment system or the dropbox (no cash please) to make payments. We apologize for the inconvenience.
- Any Customer that received a notice on your door regarding your water service last week is asked to contact the Water Department at (313)-865-1876 and leave a message with contact information for our staff to contact you.
- If any customer received pitchers or faucet filters during the distribution period in July 2019, please contact the Customer Service Center via phone (313-865-1876) or email hpwaterdepartment@metroca.net to make arrangements on obtaining your filter refill cartridges.
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The National League of Cities (NLC) is offering Highland Park residents “homeowner repair protection for leaking, clogged or broken water and sewer lines from the point of utility connection to the home exterior.” If you would like more information, please visit www.slwofa.com or call the NLC at 1-866-922-9006.
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The Customer Service Center would like to remind all customers that Payments can also be made online athttps://highlandparkmi.gov/Services/Water.aspx by clicking on the link “View and Pay your Bill online”. Should you have any questions or concerns please contact the Customer Service Center at 313-865-1876.
- The Customer Service Center would like for residents to be aware they have a monthly drainage/stormwater bill that generates for each parcel they own, even without active water usage. If residents have questions, they can call the Customer Service Center at 313-865-1876 to review their account/s.
- Preparation of construction drawings for 2020 Water Main and Lead Line Replacement is continuing. Construction slated to begin late Spring 2020 (Work activity: Contractor bids anticipated on April 13th and to be open during April 20th City Council Meeting).
- Preparation of construction drawings for 2020 2nd Avenue Sinkhole Repairs, Sewer Lining, and Sewer Cleaning in designated parts of the city. Construction slated to begin late Spring 2020 Work activity: Contractor bids anticipated on April 13th and to be open during April 20th City Council Meeting).
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Water Department held a meeting with Wayne Metro to discuss available funding assistance. Wayne Metro is currently offering “One-Time Assistance of up to $500 per household” for water bill assistance. If Residents are interested and would like to know more information, please call 313-388-9799 or visitwww.waynemetro.org.
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Another available Source for residents interested in receiving water bill assistance is with Detroit Water Project. Any resident interested should apply online at www.Detroitwaterproject.org.
- Work Activity:
- City Water Department to perform emergency repairs as necessary.
CITY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
- Ongoing acceptance and processing of right-of-way and site plan permits
- Documentation of all construction-related activity from contractors and utility companies within the city
- Contractor Activity
- AT&T onsite near 2nd Avenue and Louise performing maintenance on service lines.
- No other scheduled work activities.
If any residents should have any questions or concerns please direct calls to the City of Highland Park Water Department at (313) 865-1876
The City of Highland Park has the following measures in place to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus:
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Upcoming regularly scheduled meetings for the City of Highland Park may be conducted virtually (online and/or by phone), due to health concerns surrounding Coronavirus/COVID-19 under the Governor of Michigan’s Executive Orders 2020-15 and 2020-21. We will begin holding our first city council meetings virtually on Zoom beginning Monday, April 6, 2020. You can also watch these meetings on the city Facebook Page at facebook.com/Thecityofhighlandpark/
- City Hall will remain closed until April 13, 2020, however; it will continue to service the public, the Department of Public Services and the Fire Stations will be restricted to scheduled meetings only. The public is encouraged to contact any department requiring assistance via phone or email.
- The 30th District Court continues to perform all essential and necessary functions during the close of Highland Park City Hall due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The court is not accessible to the general public and is only conducting emergency hearings at this time. You may continue to contact the court at (313) 252-0300 or go to the City of Highland Park's website at http:WWW.HighlandParkMi.gov
- Visit www.highlandparkmi.gov/Services/Administration.aspx to view a list of departmental contact numbers for services needed.
- The Highland Park Recreation Center is closed to the public and all programs are canceled. City staff will be available via phone or email to assist you.
Restaurants for Take-out or Delivery Our local restaurants may offer take-out or delivery. Per Gov. Whitmer's most recent executive order 2020-21, restaurant carry-out is still allowed. Please call ahead.
- Woodward Bistro 12891 Woodward Ave. Highland Park, MI 48203 (313) 826-0841
- Woodward Ave Grille 12000 Woodward Ave. Highland Park, MI 48203 (313) 286-9007
- Cakes & Shakes 13806 Woodward Ave. Highland Park, MI 48203 (313) 707-0923
- Victors Bakery 36 Victor St. Woodward Ave. Highland Park, MI 48203 (313) 869-5322
- Red Hots Coney Island 12 Victor St. Woodward Ave. Highland Park, MI 48203 (313) 868-0766
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Support Services Outreach - Well-check phone calls to simply touch base
- Transportation
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Meals on Wheels
- Prescription Assistance
Carlton D. Clyburn Jr., City Council President / Mayor Pro -Tem /District 1
City Phone - 313-252-0050 Ext. 396 / Direct: 313-378-3749
Email: clyburn@highlandparkmi.gov
Kendrich Bates, City Council / District 2
City Phone - 313-252-0050 Ext. 398 / Direct: 313-378-3594
Email: kbates@highlandparkmi.gov
Derrick Armstrong, City Council / District 3
City Phone - 313-252-0050 Ext. 395 / Direct: 313-378-4458
Email: darmstrong@highlandparkmi.gov
   
- Information from the Highland Park School District regarding COVID-19.
- Michigan Dept. of Health & Human Services COVID-19 Hotline - 888-535-6136, 7 days per week from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Callers may also email them at COVID19@michigan.gov. Emails will be answered 7 days per week, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Common Ground Resource & Crisis Helpline: 800-231-1127
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Alcoholics Anonymous Helpline: 510-839-8900
- Narcotics Anonymous Hotline - Michigan: 800-230-4085
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-989-5990
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Below is a link to new Wayne County Treasurer's Office PSA's.
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https://file.ac/21euCO1oZvBQjsU0W2WIMg/
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HOW TO RESPOND TODAY
The 2020 Census will ask a few simple questions about you and everyone who is or will be living with you on April 1, 2020.
For the first time, you can choose to complete the census online, by phone, or by mail. Find out more about each of these methods below:
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ALL ERNEST T. FORD RECREATION CENTER EVENTS ARE CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
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2020 Election Dates
Presidential Primary, March 10th
State Primary, August 4th
State General, November 3rd
Brenda Green, City Clerk
12050 Woodward Ave.
Highland Park, MI 48203
(313) 252-0050 x 220 |
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Highland Park Police Department is hiring for
Certified Police Officers & Reserved Police Officers
APPLY ONSITE
Highland Park City Hall
Monday - Friday 9am-3pm
12050 Woodward Ave
Highland Park, Michigan 48203
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 Members of the working media who wish to seek additional information or would like to pose any additional questions we ask that you submit them in writing to Marli Blackman, Press Secretary @ mblackman@highlandparkmi.gov or call (313) 252-0050 ext. 258 or (313) 790-1076. Visit: www.highlandparkcity.org for more information
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