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The Oakland County Health Division continues to administer all doses of the COVID-19 vaccine at its North Oakland Health Center in Pontiac, South Oakland Health Center in Southfield, and other community clinics. To make an appointment or find information related to vaccines for homebound residents, visit www.oaklandcountyvaccine.com/appointments/.
Vaccinations along with masking, social distancing, and staying at home when symptomatic remain the most effective ways to limit the spread of the virus and minimize the risk of severe illness, hospitalization and death.
In addition to vaccination clinics, the Health Division offers drive-through testing for COVID-19 four days a week. To make an appointment for a drive-through test or for more information, go to oakgov.com/COVID and click on the COVID Testing button or contact the Nurse on Call.
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners recently appropriated more than $3.2 million to respond to the shooting that occurred at Oxford High School on November 30, 2021.
The funding, which was approved at the Board’s January 20 meeting with broad bi-partisan support, provides the Prosecutor’s Office with the tools and resources necessary to ensure justice; provides mental health support to students, families, community members and Oakland County Sheriff’s Office deputies who have been impacted by the tragedy; and supports economic recovery in the Oxford area.
Immediately following the tragedy, the Board reserved $5 million to support Oakland County’s response to the Oxford High School shooting. The recent appropriation provides additional general fund resources on top of $600,000 that was made available to respond to the emergency in the immediate aftermath.
The resolution that was adopted on January 20 creates positions within the Prosecutor’s Office for two office support clerks, two prosecutor investigators, two paralegals, one community liaison, one victim advocate and one assistant prosecutor, all of which will sunset on January 31, 2024.
In addition to new positions within the Prosecutor’s Office, the appropriation resolution includes:
- $500,000 in additional resources for the Prosecutor’s office to prosecute the cases
- $20,000 for counseling services for Sheriff's Office personnel who responded to the incident
- $100,000 in support for the Oxford area’s economic recovery, including organizations and businesses that have provided indispensable assistance and resources following the shooting incident
- $500,000 for mental health resources to meet the needs of students, families, and educators who have directly been impacted by the Oxford school shooting incident
The Board also approved formation of the Oxford Response Ad Hoc Committee, which will continue to monitor the need for and release of funds over the coming months. Board Chairman David T. Woodward (D-Royal Oak) will appoint Commissioner Michael Spisz (R-Oxford) to lead the committee.
On January 20, the Oakland County Board of Commissioners voted to elect Commissioner Marcia Gershenson (D-Bloomfield Twp.) as vice chairwoman until December 31, 2022. She has held this position since 2019.
In 2019, Commissioner Gershenson spearheaded the Women’s Suffrage Centennial Celebration, which honored the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution with multiple events and educational opportunities over the span of more than a year. She serves as the majority vice chairperson of the Legislative Affairs and Government Operations Committee, chairperson of the Animal Welfare Study Group, and is a member of the Pandemic Response Ad Hoc and Reapportionment Ad Hoc Committees. Commissioner Gershenson is also active with the Senior Advisory Council and the Board’s efforts to support Oakland County’s older adults.
During tenure on the Board, Commissioner Gershenson started a Women's Commission for Oakland County and chaired the first Oakland County Childhood Obesity Conference. She has also co-chaired the Board’s Gun Safety Committee.
In addition to her service on the Board, Commissioner Gershenson is a co-founder of the Metro Detroit Gilda’s Club Cancer Support Community. She was a regular volunteer with Birmingham Public Schools and is a former board member for both Camp Māk-A-Dream and the Michigan League of Conservation Voters.
Oakland County Parks and Recreation (OCPR) is hiring for a wide variety of seasonal jobs.
Those interested can apply today and secure an opportunity to make a difference in the community, gain valuable employment experience and work in a safe, clean, fun, and supportive environment. OCPR is looking to boost staffing at all 14 county parks, including five golf courses, two campgrounds, two waterparks, three dog parks and Holly Oaks ORV Park.
Positions are also available with Recreation Programs and Services, which offers programming for children and adults, and operates mobile recreation opportunities like inflatable bouncers, a zipline, games, a climbing tower, an archery range and more.
Salaries start at $12.63/hour for individuals ages 16 and older and training is provided for all positions, including waterpark lifeguards. Flexible part-time work schedules allow staff to balance other priorities while meeting new people, gaining valuable experience and having a positive impact on their community.
OCPR follows COVID-19 guidance from the Oakland County Health Division, providing daily health check-ins and personal protective equipment as needed.
View complete job descriptions, salary ranges, application requirements and qualifications at www.OakGov.com/jobs.
Oakland County’s Veterans Affairs is hosting a resource fair on Thursday, February 24 for all veterans, active duty, guard and reserves, and their families.
Attendees will have opportunities to pick up free food boxes and other items.
Several organizations will also be at the event to connect veterans with the services they need, including:
- Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, which will be printing DD214s onsite
- Detroit VA Healthcare System, which will be administering first and second doses of COVID-19 vaccinations, as well as boosters
- Oakland County Veterans’ Services, which will provide information and claims assistance regarding veteran benefits and giving away $50 Meijer gift cards to Oakland County veterans
- Oakland County Housing & Neighborhood Development, which will be helping residents with housing counseling and more
- Oakland Community Health Network, which will help address any behavioral health issues and concerns, in addition to providing health screenings
- Oakland County Michigan Works!, which will provide veterans and their families with career planning, training programs, job search resources, and the opportunity to meet with an employment specialist
For additional events related to Oakland County veterans, visit www.oakgov.com/veterans/Pages/Events.aspx.
The Oakland County Board of Commissioners website, Facebook page, YouTube channel and commissioner newsletters are great ways for residents to stay engaged with the Board.
Those who follow the Board @oakgov.boc on Facebook will see photos from events and information from around the county.
Subscribing to the Board’s YouTube channel allows followers to receive notifications when Board meetings are live and easily find recent videos. The channel can be found by searching for the “Oakland County Board of Commissioners” or going to bit.ly/YouTubeBOC.
By visiting www.oakgov.com/boc, constituents can watch Board and committee meetings and access the latest news, meeting calendars, information about each commissioner, and more.
Constituents can also sign up for their commissioner’s newsletter by clicking “Sign Up for my Newsletter” on the commissioner’s county website. They can find their commissioner by visiting www.oakgov.com/boc and clicking on the “Find your Commissioner” button.
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