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June 2024

Macomb County
Board of Commissioners

A newsletter from the Macomb County Board of Commissioners 

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Seeking Applicants: Veterans' Affairs Commission

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners is seeking to fill two upcoming vacancies on the Macomb County Veterans' Affairs Commission. This position is open to residents of Macomb County who have served honorably on active duty or those who have served actively in a U.S. war. These are both 4-year terms, which begin August 1, 2024 and end July 31, 2028.

The Veterans' Affairs Commission oversees the Veterans' Services Department. Specific Duties of commission members include:

• Appointing its director
• Reviewing new benefits offered by the federal government
• Reviewing applications for the burial allowance
• Attending bi-monthly meetings

Applicants shall have demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in public service, business or finance. The statute requires the commission to have one independent member who may or may not be a member of a congressionally chartered veterans' organization. If applicable, a letter from the veterans' organization must be submitted with the application.

How to apply: Applications for the position can be found here and must be submitted no later than 5 PM on July 5, 2024 to:

Macomb County Board of Commissioners

1 South Main Street, 9th Floor, Mount Clemens, MI 48043

Email: BOCadmin@macombgov.org

Applicants should expect to attend the Government Oversight Committee meeting on July 17, 2024 at 3 PM for a public interview. Appointments will take place at the July 18, 2024 Full Board meeting.

35th Annual Volunteer Recognition Reception

Organized by the Macomb County Board of Commissioners, the Volunteer Recognition Program honors individuals who have generously dedicated their time and effort to make a lasting, positive impact on their community. These devoted volunteers were recently celebrated at this year's Volunteer Recognition Reception, held at the Italian American Cultural Society. During the reception, the Commissioners recognized and honored 26 Outstanding Volunteers, from which one Senior Volunteer of the Year had been chosen and was announced. This marked the 35th year of the Macomb County Volunteer Recognition Program, which is held in the spring in conjunction with National Volunteer Month. We extend our heartfelt congratulations and gratitude to all the volunteers recognized this year. Your exceptional service makes our community a better place for everyone. To view the complete list of 2024 Outstanding Volunteers and our Senior Volunteer of the Year, click the button below.

2023/2024 Green Schools Program Celebration

On Monday, April 22nd, local students and educators were honored at the 2024 Tri-County Green Schools Recognition Ceremony at the Detroit Zoo. During the event, the Macomb County Board of Commissioners joined Oakland and Wayne County officials in acknowledging the recycling and environmental efforts made by these Green Schools. Also announced was the Macomb County Green Schools Designations for the 2023/2024 cycle. There are 81 Green Schools representing Macomb County this year. To view this list, click here.

The recognized schools not only remained committed to green education, they also showed their creativity in implementing the 'green' curriculum, demonstrating the deep-rooted nature of the Macomb County Green Schools program. We are proud of all our Green Schools' efforts!

Sponsor This Year's Tri-County Summit!

The Boards of Commissioners from Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties are very pleased to announce that the 2024 Tri-County Summit will be held on October 4, 2024 with the continued theme: "Moving Forward. Moving Together." In addition to expanding on the issues discussed at our previous events, the 2024 Summit will focus on environmental issues such as disaster planning and climate change, as well as sustainability and regional transportation. We will continue to strategize ways to work together to improve and strengthen our region's approach with these shared issues. We invite you to sponsor this impactful event, providing a unique platform to showcase your commitment to regional development and environmental sustainability. As a sponsor, your organization will be prominently featured, offering you direct access to influential leaders and decision-makers from across the region. This year's Summit will be held at MacRay Harbor in Harrison Township, Michigan. This recurring, regional event is attended by top elected and other public officials from the three largest counties in Michigan as well as key representatives of business and members of the media. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss regional issues, solutions and share best practices. The Tri-County Summit has a proven record of success as an excellent vehicle to build consensus and to drive innovation and progress. If you have any questions, require additional information or would like to inquire about sponsorship, please feel free to contact us at tricountysummit@macombgov.org. We look forward to partnering with you to make the 2024 Tri-County Summit a resounding success.

The Macomb County Department of Roads (MCDR) has an extensive list of road projects planned for the upcoming spring and summer months, aiming to improve the overall infrastructure in the area. To view a complete list of Macomb County construction projects, along with detailed maps and information, visit the MCDR website at https://roads.macombgov.org/Roads-Home. Stay informed and prepared for any potential traffic changes as these crucial improvements are underway.

Upcoming Meetings and Events

June

• 6/3 – Internal Services Committee
• 6/6 – Public Services Committee
• 6/11 – Joint Finance/Audit/Budget & Government Oversight Committees
• 6/12 – Records & Public Safety Committee
• 6/13 – Full Board
• 6/22 – Yoga at the Hill
• 6/25 – Older Adult Advisory Committee
  
  

July

• 7/15 – Joint Health and Human Services & Finance/Audit/Budget Committees
• 7/16 – Joint Public Services & Records and Public Safety Committees
• 7/17 – Joint Internal Services & Government Oversight Committees
• 7/18 – Full Board
• 7/23 – Older Adult Advisory Committee
  
  

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