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August 2024

Macomb County
Board of Commissioners

A newsletter from the Macomb County Board of Commissioners 

Two Positions Open on the Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board

The Macomb County Board of Commissioners is seeking to fill two upcoming vacancies on the Substance Use Disorder Oversight Policy Board (SUD-OPB). This position is open to residents of Macomb County who fall under at least one of the following criteria:

1. Public and private SUD prevention, treatment or recovery providers, where conflicts of interest do not exist.
   
   
2. Individuals directly served by substance use treatment/rehabilitation or prevention programs or otherwise in recovery from a substance use disorder, and individuals with life experience; and/or
   
   
3. The community at large, including civic organizations, the corporate community, representatives from the medical community, law enforcement, faith-based organizations, military veterans, and interested citizens who are willing to advocate for prevention, treatment, and recovery services for persons with, or who are at risk for SUD.

Specified duties of the SUD-OPB include:

• Approve Community Mental Health budget containing local funds for treatment or prevention of substance use disorders.
  
  
• Advise and make recommendations regarding Community Mental Health’s budget for substance use disorder treatment or prevention using other nonlocal funding sources.
  
  
• Advise and make recommendations regarding contracts with substance use disorder treatment or prevention providers.
  
  
• Identify needs and resources and recommend goals and priorities.
  
  
• Advise and make recommendations regarding the annual comprehensive delivery plan developed by the Macomb County Office of Substance Abuse (MCOSA).

How to apply: Applications for the position can be found here and must be submitted no later than 5 PM on August 30, 2024 to:

Macomb County Board of Commissioners
1 South Main Street, 9th Floor, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Email: [email protected]

Applicants should expect to attend the Government Oversight Committee meeting on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 3 PM for a public interview. Appointments will take place at the September 19, 2024 Full Board meeting.

Construction of Central Intake & Assessment Center (CIAC) Begins with Groundbreaking Ceremony

Construction for the Central Intake and Assessment Center (CIAC) officially began on July 19th with several Commissioners attending the groundbreaking ceremony of this $228 million facility. Made possible without tax increases thanks to the Board’s fiscally conservative budget oversight, this project will serve as a national model that aims to reduce recidivism and assist those with mental health and substance abuse challenges.

Board Chair Don Brown credited the collaborative effort between the Board of Commissioners, County Executive Mark Hackel and County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham that made this project possible. The CIAC will replace the County’s outdated jail structure and will serve as a national model for public safety.

Yoga at the Hill Increases Attendance & Wins NACo Award

On Saturday, June 22nd, Macomb County citizens came out in droves for the 9th annual Yoga at the Hill event. Sponsored by the Macomb County Board of Commissioners and Bodhi Seed Yoga & Wellness, this event celebrates positivity and movement for people of all ages and experiences to enjoy at Freedom Hill County Park–one of Macomb County’s many green spaces. Public participation in the signature event has increased consistently, with this year bringing 20% more practitioners to the pavilion than in 2023.

The Board of Commissioners also received a 2024 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo) for this event. NACo Achievement Awards recognize innovative and successful government programs that strengthen services for residents at the county level. Thank you to everyone who participated, supported and helped make this event what it is today.

Click the button below to learn more about the program and award, as well as see photos from the day’s practices.

BOC Events & Programs Coming Soon

Veteran of the Year Award

Every year, the Macomb County Board of Commissioners recognizes a veteran who has made significant contributions to the Macomb County veteran community by honoring them with the Pat Daniels Macomb County Veteran of the Year Award. It is our privilege to bestow this award and celebrate all of the military service members who have made selfless contributions toward protecting our country.

Nominations for this award will open in the coming months, so stay up to date with the latest Board announcements on the bocmacomb.org website and social media.

If you have any questions, please contact us by emailing [email protected] or by calling 586-469-5125. To see previous years' winners, visit bocmacomb.org.

Student Government Day

Student Government Day is a special event that provides our community's youth with the opportunity to experience the purpose and mechanics of county-level government first-hand. Through this hands-on experience, students can become more informed and involved citizens and voters. Participating students write an essay on a different topic each year. The winning essay chosen by the Board is awarded a scholarship.

Learn more about the program and how students are selected to participate at bocmacomb.org.

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

August

• 8/12 – Joint Health and Human Services & Finance/Audit/Budget Committees
• 8/13 – Joint Public Services and Records and Public Safety Committees
• 8/14 – Joint Internal Services & Government Oversight Committees
• 8/15 – Full Board

September

• 9/02 - County Holiday - Labor Day
• 9/10 – Joint Internal Services & Health and Human Services Committees
• 9/11 – Joint Finance/Audit/Budget & Government Oversight Committees
• 9/12 – Joint Records and Public Safety & Public Services Committees
• 9/19 – Full Board
• 9/24 – Older Adult Advisory Committee

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