Good afternoon,

In Macomb County we continue to rise to the occasion, and ensure that our community is connected through these unprecedented times. Since mid-March we have deployed an inspiring array of programs and partnerships that are championing public health and are providing current, credible and relevant information. Through MacombGov.org, we have connected thousands of residents and businesses to vital services. While we recognize that there are many challenges ahead of us, we believe that our County has the necessary operations in place to continue to serve our community. It is important that we collectively follow CDC guidelines and make it our personal responsibilities to protect our friends and families with facial coverings and social distancing. Our Health Department and Macomb Community Action stands ready to respond to any COVID-19 challenges that may arise. From testing to direct assistance we are here for each of you.

If you’ve been out and around large numbers of people, I ask that you get tested. Macomb County is offering COVID-19 testing for all county residents, businesses, and organizations. No appointment is necessary. The drive-thru site is located at 380 Rose St., Mount Clemens, MI 48043 is open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The test is free, no prescription is needed and you do not need to have symptoms to be tested.

Grants, free Back-to-Business kits with basic PPE and other resources for reopening your business are available through Macomb County Planning & Economic Development. Visit MacombBusiness.com.

Macomb Community Action is able to offer direct assistance to individuals and families experiencing financial crisis due to the pandemic. To learn more, contact Macomb Community Action Helpline at 586-469-6999.

Be sure to check Macomb County’s #1 source for information regularly, macombgov.org.

Thank you, and as always, take care and be kind to one another.

Mark A. Hackel

Macomb County Executive

Important Things to Know

• Are you facing a financial crisis? Do you need help with rent or utility bills? Macomb Community Action has widened its ability to help people in need. Please reach out to speak with an intake specialist about eligibility.

• Register now for the first live Macomb/St. Clair Michigan Works online resume workshop. The free session will be held on August 12 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Experts will help you prepare for your job search in the new normal and answer questions about how COVID-19 has affected job seeking.
• With an in-person school year uncertain, local organization Winning Futures is now looking for virtual mentors to assist with its youth-centered development program. The deadline to apply is August 15. Learn more about this opportunity here.
• Macomb County leaders and personnel have been on the ground responding to the COVID-19 crisis since mid-March. Here’s what has been accomplished so far:

• Across the nation, MFG Day 2020 will look very different from previous years. Macomb County, along with its educational partners, will be holding a MFG Week from Monday, September 28 through Friday, October 2, 2020. Ten companies will be able to showcase their facility virtually and will hold a Zoom meeting for students to watch live or throughout the week. If you’d like to participate, click here to sign up. The deadline for signing up to sponsor is August 14 and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• The Macomb County Emergency Operations Center and Department of Health continue leading local efforts to respond to the ever-evolving nature of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Macomb County continues to update the online COVID-19 dashboard with the latest data and information. Click here to access the dashboard.

Executive Mark Hackel has been regularly sharing video updates with Macomb County residents on YouTube and social media. Click on the links below for the latest updates:

• COVID-19 Update with Executive Hackel - August 3

In the News

• Gov. Whitmer seeks to up the ante on COVID-19 order enforcement with latest mandate. Read more.
• Michigan county-level coronavirus data for Tuesday, Aug. 4: Macomb seeing some red flags. Read more.
• Michigan Primary Election Results for Macomb County on Aug. 4, 2020. Read more.

Helpful Links

• Macomb County Community Mental Health (MCCMH) is on the ground providing assistance to residents. The Make Macomb Your Home blog recently featured the organization and its efforts in an article here, including information that may be useful for those dealing with depression, anxiety or other mental health issues. If you are in need of immediate assistance, you can contact MCCMH directly. Their Crisis Center is open and will work to make appropriate linkages to community resources. Please call 586 948-0222, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m or 586-307-9100 for the 24/7 crisis line.

• In the past few weeks, additional COVID-19 testing locations have opened in Macomb County. You can find an updated link on the county website, macombgov.org. Michigan also lists all testing sites across the state. Click here to access that information.

• Experiencing food insecurity? Visit gis.macombgov.org/go/food to access maps of food pantries and school food programs.

Stay Informed

For the latest information from Macomb County regarding COVID-19, please visit macombgov.org/covid19.