ON THE ROAD
WITH TONY...
Welcome to our August newsletter!
We're especially proud of our involvement with the Macomb County community. Participation in our free "Fraud Notify" alerts system has now surpassed 18,000 sign-ups (up from 1,200 from when I took office), and these Macomb County residents will now receive email notifications if anyone tries to file a document in their name. This service helps protect our residents from someone attempting to steal their home or other real estate they own in Macomb County.
Our Macomb County senior citizens are a prime target for property fraud. That is why we are making an effort to get out and visit senior events and senior centers to help spread the word about property protection. Please see below about our latest efforts.
I was honored to be a recent guest on WDIV Local 4 News, talking about election integrity and how results are tabulated. Please see the feature below.
In addition, Mike Bishop, a former Michigan congressman and board member of the "Democracy Defense Project," stopped by to visit us at the Clerk's Office. Please read the Macomb Daily article below for more details.
I wish everyone a fun and happy Labor Day Weekend. And remember, our offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1, but you can access many of our services by visiting our website at macombgov.org/clerk.
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V I D E O F E A T U R E
Fraud Notify Great County Program
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Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel visits with County Clerk Anthony G. Forlini to discuss the Clerk's Office free "Fraud Notify" alerts service. The program now boasts over 18,000 sign-ups.
Visit this link to sign up...
https://www.macombgov.org/departments/clerk-register-deeds/fraud-notify-alerts
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PROGRAM HELPS PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY!
Clerk Forlini Spreads the Word About Free Fraud Notify Alerts System
Clerk Forlini recently visited his old stomping grounds at the Harrison Township Senior Center to talk about the Clerk's Office's free Fraud Notify Service -- a powerful tool to help residents protect their property.
With just a quick registration, participants can receive an email alert anytime a document is recorded or changed under their name, giving them an early warning against potential property fraud.
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Clerk Forlini, along with Office Assistant Jessica Fry, also attended the New Baltimore "Senior Open House," hosted by VFW Post 7573. Attendees learned about Clerk's Office services and also had the opportunity to sign up for the Fraud Notify Service right on the spot!
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A I R W A V E S
Clerk Forlini Featured on WDIV Local 4 News
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Clerk Forlini was a recent guest on WDIV Local 4 News, talking about election integrity and how results are tabulated.
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I N T H E N E W S
 Mike Bishop, a former Michigan congressman and board member of a group calling itself the Democracy Defense Project, said Macomb County is tops among the leading counties in Michigan in safeguarding and maintaining trust in elections.
Bishop visited Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini and his election staff Friday to applaud their efforts in recent years to improve transparency and ensure accuracy of elections in light of the loss of some trust over the past several years.
CLICK HERE to see entire feature.
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A R O U N D T H E C O U N T Y
 Clerk Forlini attended the annual "Benefit on the Bay" event at the Hook Restaurant in St. Clair Shores, benefitting the Capuchin Soup Kitchen. Pictured wit the Clerk are Brother Fred Cabras, Mike Garvonic and Len DiGrande.
 Clerk Forlini makes some new "Leader Dogs for the Blind" friends at the 94th annual Romeo Peach Festival, the second oldest festival in the state. Held every Labor Day weekend, the festival features parades, bed races, craft shows and entertainment for the whole family.
 A great event each year is the "Old Crowd" parade, complete with a brass band, in downtown Mount Clemens. Since 1880, when four former residents found a way to reconnect, Mount Clemens' finest have celebrated the rich history of Mount Clemens. Clerk Forlini came across former Bath City resident Mark Forton at this year's reunion. Rumor has it that Mark is one of the founding members ; )
 Shelby Bible Church in Shelby Township recently dedicated their new gymnasium and learning center. According to Clerk Forlini, "I was honored to be part of the groundbreaking back in April 2024 and to be invited back to say a few words was a very special moment as this is a very special church. My old fire chief, Carl Seitz from Harrison Township, is a member who extended the invite to both myself and Township Supervisor Rick Stathakis."
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HELP PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY!
Clerk Forlini to Visit Local Area Senior Centers for Fraud Notify
 Calling all senior citizens! Clerk Forlini will be coming to many local senior centers this upcoming Fall to talk about the Clerk's Office's "Fraud Notify" program.
Fraud Notify is a FREE service, which notifies you of potential property fraud, and is offered to all Macomb County Residents. Learn more on how you can sign up by attending one of the Clerk's presentations near you. Contact your local senior center to register today!
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S T A F F F E A T U R E
Welcome, Tyler Hunt
Our Supervisors witnessed a young, ambitious man that was giving excellent customer service in the Self Help Center on the third floor of the Circuit Court Building.
Having a keen eye helped us secure this Lanse Creuse grad for the work we do for the courts. Tyler has his undergraduate degree from Michigan State and his Masters in Management from Walsh College.
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Also, Clerk Forlini recently presented Clerk's Office Vital Records staff member Brian Vecore with a certificate recognizing “10 Years of Cumulative Service" for the County.
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