November 13, 2008
Solid Ground Opens its Doors to Macomb County
Homeless families in Macomb County will soon have a save haven.   The long anticipated completion of Macomb County’s newest transitional housing facility, Solid Ground, is hosting a free open house on November 16, from 2-5 p.m.  Read more.  

November 7, 2008
Neighborhood Stabilization Program update
MCPED will receive more than $9.7 million in “Neighborhood Stabilization Program” funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).   Read more

November 5, 2008
Non-profit proposals for CDBG funding due December 5
MCPED launched its 2009 CDBG program planning process on October 31 by hosting a workshop for interested non-profit agencies.  Read more 

November 3, 2008
Rozny named to MCDA Executive Board
Mike Rozny
MCPED Manager of Community Development, was elected to serve on the Board of the Michigan Community Development Association.  MCDA represents community development professionals throughout the State of Michigan, and seeks to improve the effectiveness of community development programs for its membership.  He will serve a two-year term. 

October 31, 2008
The department recently lost Senior Planner Jason Friedmann to the City of Hamtramck.  To read about his new position please see the October 29, 2008 edition of The Citizen or click here. MCPED congratulates Hamtramck on their acquisition and wishes our good friend Jason the very best.

October 15, 2008
Macomb County lands SmartZone designation
Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Present and CEO James C. Epolito was in Macomb County this morning to announce that a new SmartZone designation had been awarded to business incubator partners the Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development, the City of Sterling Heights and Oakland University.  Read more

October 7, 2008
Macomb Orchard Trail – new pedestrian bridge spanning M-53 to open!
Users of the Macomb Orchard Trail will soon have a safe means of passage over M-53 in Romeo with the opening of the much anticipated pedestrian bridge.  A dedication ceremony is set for 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 11 at the base of the bridge on the west side of M-53.

This $2.2 million dollar project was made possible through federal funding and a grant through the Michigan Department of Transportation. 

September 30, 2008
Van Dyke- 8 Mile Gateway Collaborative
The Van Dyke- 8 Mile Gateway Collaborative is seeking three highly motivated individuals to help with efforts to improve the Van Dyke Commercial Corridor. Those qualified should email their resume and cover letter to prsi@comcast.net by October 10th, 2008.  More

September 12, 2008
Steve Cassin is named Automation Alley Member of the Year
Executive Director Steve Cassin was named Automation Alley “Member of the Year” at the organization’s 8th Annual Awards Gala.  More

September 10, 2008
Tess travels to Lansing to speak before House committee
The department was pleased to be invited to speak before the Michigan State House of Representative’s Commerce Committee today.  Bob Tess, Manager of the Economic Development Services Group, traveled to Lansing to address the committee regarding 2008 House Bill #6222 , as introduced by Representative Tory Rocca (30th District representing Sterling Heights and Utica).  More 

September 9, 2008
The aging of Macomb
The department presented “The Aging of Macomb,” a comprehensive report analyzing the anticipated changes in Macomb County’s population and its impact on communities.  More 

September 3, 2008
Conservation Easement under consideration
The Department has been working with the newly formed Six Rivers Regional Land Conservancy (created by the merger of Macomb and Oakland Land Conservancies).  Under consideration to the Macomb County Board of Commissioners is an opportunity to establish a major tract of land in the central portion of Macomb County for a conservation easement.  More

July 7, 2008
County Holds CDBG Implementation Workshop
Macomb County received an allocation of $3 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funding for 2008.  More

June 30, 2008
Solid Ground Receives HOME Funding for Operations
Solid Ground, a non-profit organization that is developing a transitional housing program for homeless families and disabled individuals in Roseville, has obtained $70,355 in Macomb HOME Consortium funds to operational costs.  More

June 11, 2008
Macomb Orchard Trail Update
Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development has recently added some new amenities to the Macomb Orchard Trail.  More

June 9, 2008
Macomb HOME Consortium has committed $485,000 for affordable housing activities. More

June 9, 2008
Macomb HOME Consortion needs proposals.
The Macomb HOME Consortium Requests Proposals from Housing Developers - up to $591,602 in HOME funds is available for affordable housing projects... More 

May 14, 2008
CDBG awards for non-profits in Macomb County.
We previously reported that 24 non-profit organizations requested CDBG funds for the coming year.  More

April 15, 2008
MCPED staff gearing up for Brownfields Conference May 5 - 7 at Cobo Hall
Eager to keep the momentum of brownfields redevelopment moving in the county, the department will host an exhibition booth (#1726) during the conference.  More

April 8, 2008
EPA Brownfields grant awarded to Macomb
Good news for redevelopers in Macomb . . . the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) just announced that Macomb County will receive $400,000 in grant funding to assess Brownfields in the county. More

April 3, 2008
MI-SBTDC Staff to be recognized
The Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center (SBTDC) Network annually recognizes staff and volunteers for exemplary work.  More

March 28, 2008
MCPED will participate in Family Resource Fair
Jane Rosiek, Community Development Housing Rehabilitation Program Supervisor, will participate in the Family Resource Fair from 5 - 8 p.m. on April 3 at St. Basil the Great Parish in Eastpointe.  More 

March 20, 2008
'Diversity Awareness + Understanding' brochure series launched
The Honorable William A. Crouchman, Chair of the Macomb County Board of Commissioners, unveiled the series in his State of the County address on March 18 at the MacRay Harbor Banquet & Events Center.  The Macomb County Department of Planning & Economic Development developed the series in conjunction with the Macomb County Chamber.  More 

March 13, 2008
Housing Rehab Program Flooded With Calls
The phones rang off the hook following two interviews with Program Manager for Community Development Services Mike Rozny to promote the Macomb County Housing Repair Assistance Program.  More 

February 28, 2008
MCPED a panelist for upcoming redevelopment event
Gerard Santoro, AICP, will join a panel of expert speakers at the upcoming “Local Leadership in Sustainable Development” conference hosted by the International Council of Shopping Centers – East Michigan Alliance.  More 

February 28, 2008
Department Launches Diversity Initiative
The Macomb County Department of Planning and Economic Development - in partnership with the Macomb County Chamber - will unveil the “Defining Business + Life Diversity Awareness + Understanding Brochure” series.  More