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January 2024
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Macomb County
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A newsletter from the Macomb County Board of Commissioners?

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Open Positions - Community Mental Health Board
MCCMH Seeking Applicants

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications to fill four vacancies on the Macomb County Community Mental Health (CMH) Services Board. The terms are three-year terms that will run from April 1, 2024 through March 31, 2027. At least one appointment must be a primary consumer or family member of a primary consumer.

Applications are due on March 1, 2024, and interviews will be held at the Government Oversight Committee on March 13, 2024, at 3 PM. A final decision is expected to be made at the March 21st Full Board Meeting.

The CMH Board is charged with providing oversight of Macomb County Community Mental Health and the MCCMH CEO, which provides a comprehensive array of mental health services appropriate to the needs of the person's served within its service area, regardless of the ability to pay for the service. By statute, the members are representatives of providers of mental health services, recipients of mental health services, agencies and occupations having a working involvement with mental health services and the general public.

Applications are due by by 5 p.m. on March 1, 2024 to:

Macomb County Board of Commissioners,

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

Via email: [email protected]

*Apply Now* [ [link removed] ]


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Student Government Day Program
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The Board's second-ever Student Government Day proved to be an outstanding success! The second annual Student Government Day was held on January 25th. This annual event is held to provide students from Macomb County schools with an opportunity to learn about the purpose and mechanics of county-level government and to participate in a way that would enhance their understanding of how local government works.

Board Chair Don Brown said Student Government Day was created by the Board last year in order to develop greater local government awareness among youth. The day was designed to get them more involved as they approach voting age.

?They will find that county government affects a lot of things they care about,? Brown said. ?We are doing our bit to try and start to plant the seeds of awareness.?

Macomb County students were provided with an immersive experience, gaining firsthand insights into the intricate workings of local government. Students left with a comprehensive understanding of county-level governance after engaging in discussions led by commissioners, actively participating in a mock meeting and more.

To participate, students were required to submit an essay. This year?s essay topic was, ?Compare and contrast the three levels of government in Michigan ? local, county and state. Which one is the most successful in affecting the quality of life for its citizens and why?? Commissioners choose a winning essay and the writer was awarded a $1,000 scholarship. The contest was open to all Macomb County students at public and private schools in grades 9 ? 12.

The day?s agenda began with a welcome address, followed by a presentation on the duties and responsibilities of a Commissioner with a Q&A session. Students then participated in small group discussions with Commissioners that covered topics such as transparency in government, the County budget process and common Commissioner situations. The second half of the day, the students drafting a proclamation/tribute then were paired up with Commissioners for a mock meeting to close out the program.

During the Full Board Meeting at 3:00 PM, the Board of Commissioners announced the winner of the essay, Nolan Connolly from Anchor Bay High School. Nolan was awarded the $1,000 scholarship, which was provided thanks to a partnership from Advancing Macomb, a 501c3 that convenes resources to solve community challenges and enrich the lives of Macomb County residents.

?Developing young leaders is essential to securing the future of Macomb County,? said Phil Gilchrist, executive director of Advancing Macomb. ?We are honored to help make this scholarship possible.?

We'd like to thank all of the students who submitted essays and actively participated in our program. Congratulations to Nolan Connolly from Anchor Bay High School, the deserving recipient of our Student Government Day scholarship! The Board partnered with Advancing Macomb to offer this scholarship, and would like to extend their gratitude for Advancing Macomb?s generosity and support of this program.

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Applications Now Open - Green Schools Program
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We are currently accepting applications for the 2023/2024 Macomb County Green Schools Program! These can be found at bocmacomb.org [ [link removed] ]. Applications must be submitted between January 1, 2024 and March 3, 2024.

One change Macomb County will be transitioning to is utilizing the Michigan Green Schools Online Portal [ [link removed] ] as an option for application submission. Use of this portal should make the application process easier and more efficient for schools. *For the 2023/2024 School Year, participation in the application portal is NOT REQUIRED, but encouraged.* A step-by-step guide of the online portal is available below or at bocmacomb.org [ [link removed] ]. *You may still submit a PDF application for the 2023/2024 program year.*

*PLEASE NOTE:*?The Macomb County Green Schools Program is still functioning at the local level. There have been no changes to the way applications are reviewed or approved. All applications submitted through the online portal will be reviewed by the same panel as PDF submissions. Any questions please reach out to Laura Murphy, Macomb County Green Schools Coordinator.

*2023/2024 Macomb County Green Schools Guidelines [ [link removed] ]*

*Step-by-Step Guide of the online application submission process [ [link removed] ]*?

*2023/2024 Fillable PDF Application [ [link removed] ]* - Please SAVE this document to your computer before making any changes, then close out and OPEN the saved version from your computer to begin completing the form.

The Macomb County Green Schools Program is a fun, educational initiative that encourages students to participate in activities that are good for the environment and promote energy efficiency and savings. For more information, visit [link removed].

*Apply Now* [ [link removed] ]


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Now Accepting Nominations - Volunteer Recognition Program
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In honor of ?National Volunteer Recognition Month? in April, the Board of Commissioners is accepting nominations of volunteers that make valuable contributions to the community.? Chosen volunteers will be honored with a reception.??

We need your help to find these deserving individuals! Let us know of an outstanding volunteer that resides in, or whose volunteer efforts benefit, Macomb County. Two volunteers will be chosen per district. From these volunteers, the Board will also recognize a special ?Senior Volunteer of the Year.? This award was initiated by the Board?s Older Adult Advisory Committee as a means to give special recognition to people who have volunteered in the community since age 60.

Please take time to nominate one volunteer that meets the criteria by completing the following form: [link removed]. Nominations are due by 5 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2024. Thank you for helping us honor dedicated volunteers!

*Nominate a Volunteer* [ [link removed] ]


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Road Projects

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 [link removed]. Stay informed and prepared for any potential traffic changes as these crucial improvements are underway.

*Construction Project*



*Location*



*Project Duration*



*Type of Work*



*Community*



*Kelly Rd.*



14 Mile Rd. to 15 Mile Rd.?



Aug. 21, 2023 ? Spring 2024



Reconstruction



Clinton Twp. and Fraser



*Mound Rd.*



Metro Parkway to 11 Mile Rd.



Aug. 2021 ? 2024



Reconstruction



Sterling Heights and Warren



*Washington St. Bridge*



25 Mile Rd. to Baker Rd.



Jan. 2024?? Jul. 2024



Bridge replacement



Chesterfield



*Subdivision Reconstruction Program*

There are no active subdivision construction projects at this time.



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*More Information* [ [link removed] ]


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Upcoming Meetings and Events

February

* 2/6 ? Joint Health and Human Services & Finance, Audit, and Budget Committees [ [link removed] ] [ [link removed] ]
* 2/7 ? Joint Public Services & Records and Public Safety Committees [ [link removed] ]
* 2/8 ? Joint Internal Services & Government Oversight Committees [ [link removed] ]
* 2/15 ? Full Board [ [link removed] ]

March

* 3/11 ? Internal Services Committee [ [link removed] ]
* 3/12 ? Health and Human Services Committee [ [link removed] ]
* 3/13 ? Government Oversight Committee [ [link removed] ]
* 3/14 ? Public Services Committee [ [link removed] ]
* 3/19 ? Finance/Audit/Budget Committee [ [link removed] ]
* 3/20 ? Records and Public Safety Committee [ [link removed] ]
* 3/21 ? Full Board [ [link removed] ]

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