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Committees
The Committees are grouped according to which of the Departments service groups serve on the respective committees. Please select the service group below to view a list of related committees.
Community Development Service Group
Economic Development Services Group
Planning and Environmental Services
Focus Macomb – Quality of Life Committee
Community Development staff provides a liaison function between the Board of Commissioners and the Quality of Life Committee, which is comprised of leaders from the business and non-profit communities. The Committee started life in 2006 and ended the year making three recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for improving public recognition of Macomb County as a good place in which to live, work and play. In 2007 the Committee’s focus is on how to implement these ideas. Meetings occur on a monthly basis.
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Macomb County Continuum of Care, Multi-Purpose Facility Committee
Community Development staff have intermittently participated on this committee, which is developing a multi-purpose facility to house chronically homeless individuals in Macomb County. This involvement stemmed from the initial concept, and currently involves representation by a member of the Macomb HOME Consortium in the Committee’s drive to finalize plans and obtain funding to construct and operate the facility.
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Urban County Collaborative
Community Development staff participates in monthly meetings involving the urban counties of Genesee, Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties. Its purpose is to address issues which are unique to the Community Development and HOME programs of urban counties. The Committee meets on the first Friday of each month in order to discuss matters of mutual concern, identify solutions to problems, and to share best practices.
Macomb HOME Consortium
Community Development staff participates in quarterly meetings of the Macomb HOME Consortium, principally to discuss and evaluate HOME program opportunities and other ways to increase the supply of affordable housing in Macomb County. The Consortium typically meets on the first Tuesday of every quarter, although special meetings may occur when necessary.
Metro Growth and Development Corporation
The MGDC, an organization established by the County of Wayne, is a Certified Development Corporation chartered to originate SBA 504 financing for businesses in Wayne and Macomb counties. This financing is available specifically for the purchase of fixed assets, such as buildings, machinery and equipment.
Detroit Regional Economic Partnership
The DREP, a principal partner of the EDSG, conducts business attraction activities on behalf of its constituent communities (the 10 counties of Southeast Michigan including the City of Detroit), and private sector members primarily through its three standing committees:
+ North American Investment Committee
+ European Investment Committee
+ Asian Investment Committee
EDSG staff participate in each of these committies, as well as working closely with DREP research and marketing associates.
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City of Mount Clemens – Brownfield Redevelopment Authority
The Mount Clemens BRA is responsible for assisting local developers and businesses with the remediation of contaminated or functionally obsolete properties with the objective of returning abandoned and underutilized sites to productive reuse.
Michigan Global Partnership
A program of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, the MGP carries out its business attraction activities on behalf of communities statewide through its three committies:
+ Americas Committee
+ Europe Committee
+ Asia Committee
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Macomb Orchard Trail Commission
Formed in July 2002, the MOT Commission is charged with acquiring and converting the abandoned railroad into a nearly 24 mile recreational trail. The Commission will also maintain the trail. The Commission is comprised of Macomb County, Huron-Clinton Metroparks and three communities along the trail, Washington and Shelby Townships and the City of Richmond. Each has a great interest in the recreational features of Macomb County. Each organization has a representative on the Commission who is actively involved in the development of the trail.
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Macomb County Historical Commission
The Historical Commission’s mission is to procure, protect, preserve, and promote the historical resources and legacy of Macomb County. Some recent activities of the commission include hosting the annual meeting and state history conference of the Michigan Historical Society; a rotating sponsorship of the Macomb County Heritage Alliance; and coordination of local historical festivals.
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Southeast Michigan Council of Governments (SEMCOG)
PES staff serve as representatives for the following Advisory Councils:
Environmental Policy Advisory Council (EPAC)
EPAC meets on the second Wednesday of the month, at 12:30 p.m., approximately six times per year. The Council assists in identifying and responding to regional issues involving the quality of the environment and related legislative issues. They advise and recommend action on regional studies, plans, programs, and educational activities in the areas of water quality management, solid waste management, storm drainage, air pollution, the relationship of land use to environmental quality, managing hazardous waste materials, and reuse of contaminated sites. The Council reports to SEMCOG’s Executive Committee.
Transportation Advisory Council (TAC)
Meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month, 9:30 a.m., approximately 10 times per year. Identifies and responds to regional issues involving existing and future transportation systems including roads and traffic safety, transit, airports, and rail. Recommends action on regional transportation plans and implementation through the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Reports to the Executive Committee.
Data Advisory Council (DAC)
Meets on the third Tuesday of the month, 9:30 a.m., approximately four times per year. Monitors regional development trends and population characteristics; reviews and makes recommendations on Regional Development Forecast computer models; makes decisions on presentation and distribution of data including the annual development monitoring program and U.S. Census information. Reports to the Executive Committee.
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Southeast Michigan Resource Conservation and Development Council
The Southeast Michigan Resource Conservation and Development Council (RC&D Council) strives to help the people of Southeast Michigan take better care of their natural resources; better utilize the services of local, state and federal agencies; and improve their community's economy, environment and quality of life. Council efforts serve Lenawee, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties, and the City of Detroit.
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Focus Macomb - Transportation & Health Committees
Focus Macomb was initiated in 2006 as a group of influential community leaders committed to making Macomb County a great place to live, work and play. Members represent business, education, healthcare, nonprofit organizations and government. Fostered in a belief that a private/public partnership is an effective way to implement positive change, these individuals work together to examine the issues that affect business, develop recommendations to stimulate economic growth and then implement strategies to enhance, strengthen and expand the success of the county. Focus Macomb is comprised of five separate subcommittees: Business Development; Education and Workforce Development; Health; Quality of Life; and Transportation. A team of co-chairs leads each of the five subcommittees, and the Executive Committee is made up of all of the co-chairs from the subcommittees. MCPED provides direct assistance for the operation of Focus Macomb; the PES Division serves on the Health and Transportation subcommittees.
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Macomb County Planning and Economic Development Committee
Macomb County Planning and Economic Development Committee is a subcommittee of the Macomb County Board of Commissioners, and MCPED reports to them on a monthly basis. MCPED staff also provide policy and direction, and approve funding for ongoing and future projects.
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