Sterling Heights invites public to take trafficrelated surveys
TWO CITY INTERSECTIONS APPEAR ON LAW FIRM’S ‘MOST DANGEROUS INTERSECTIONS’ LIST
BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
Some new surveys and an online mapping tool can help eventually make driving, biking or walking safer in Sterling Heights, according to city officials.
The city wants residents and businesses — including drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, mass transit users and more — to visit a new website that has a traffic-related safety survey and more.
According to the city, the public’s help will be instrumental in the creation of an upcoming Sterling Heights Comprehensive Transportation Safety Action Plan, with the aim to stop fatal or serious traffic injuries from occurring.
During a July 2 Sterling Heights City Council meeting, Lia Michaels, from engineering firm Hubbell, Roth & Clark
See TRAFFIC on page 9A
Fun
Time Cruzers looking for a new location
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
On June 24, the Fun Time Cruzers held their final Monday Night Cruise-In at Lakeside Mall. Knowing it was the last event at the mall location, about 500 classic car owners drove their vintage vehicles into the food court parking lot, where the event had been held for the past two decades.
With the mall closing and being redeveloped into a town center of apartments, retail shops, office space, green space, a community center and more, the classic car cruisers are looking for a new home.
For 20 years, the Fun Time Cruzers met from 4-8 p.m. Monday evenings from May to September at the mall. Anywhere from 200 to 300 cars showed up each time, and prizes were given away every hour for
See CRUZERS on page 11A
Signs announce the future Lakeside Town Center project as lasttime shoppers took one more look at the closing mall June 27.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
LEFT: Approximately 500 car buffs displayed their cars at the last Fun Time Cruzers event June 24.
Photo provided by Ken Savage
Attorney general’s office announces probe into Feb. SHPD arrest
BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
The Michigan Department of Attorney General is investigating Sterling Heights police officers’ conduct during a Feb. 25 arrest that followed a domestic violence report and a high-speed chase.
According to the Sterling Heights Police Department, its officers arrested suspect Gary Young, who they said was noncompliant. They said they used “physical force, tasers, and a K9” to arrest him.
Dawn Fraylick, the spokeswoman for the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office, said the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office investigated the arrest and sent the findings to the Prosecuting Attorneys Coordinating Council and the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan.
According to the attorney general’s website, the Michigan PACC is “a state agency that heads the Office of Prosecuting Attorney Coordination – an autonomous entity within the Department of Attorney General.“
“The Macomb County Sheriff’s Department finished their investigation into the Sterling Heights Police officers involved in Gary Young’s arrest and sent it to us,” Fraylick explained in an email. “Our office followed the normal process when there is a conflict of interest and sent the results of the investigation to PACC PAAM who sent it to the AG’s office.”
Fraylick elaborated that the conflict of interest was that the prosecutor’s office works with the sheriff’s office.
In a June 25 email, Press Secretary Danny Wimmer, from the attorney general’s department, said, “At this time, I can confirm to
See ARREST on page 20A
Identity crisis no more: Macomb Community College announces new athletic logo
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
Apparently, that was common.
For those who attend or have attended Macomb Community College, the Monarch nickname never made any sense largely due to the fact that there wasn’t a logo to go along with it. What is a Monarch? Is the school actually named after butterflies?
“When I first heard we were the Monarchs, I didn’t really know what that meant, because there was nothing associated with it,” freshman women’s basketball player Carissa Hankins said in a press release. “We’re the Monarchs, but we’re not a butterfly. So, what are we? Nothing came to mind.”
This is an identity crisis that’s been long overdue
See LOGO on page 6A
On July 17, Macomb Community College, whose sports teams are nicknamed the Monarchs, announced its new logo, which features a lion’s head topped with a crown.
Photo provided by Macomb Community College
SHPD command officers sworn-in for promotions
On June 28, the Sterling Heights Police Department promoted six command officers at a swearing-in ceremony at Sterling Heights City Hall.
Kenneth Pappas was promoted from captain to the brand-new position of deputy chief; Mario Bastianelli was promoted from lieutenant to captain; Aaron Susalla was promoted from sergeant to lieutenant; Craig Cole was promoted from sergeant to lieutenant; Thomas Stechly was promoted from officer to sergeant, and David Cook was promoted from officer to sergeant.
Learn more about the SHPD by visiting sterlingheights.gov and typing “Police Department” in the search bar, or call (586) 446-2800.
CONTEST FOR BEAUTIFUL PROPERTIES UNDERWAY
The Sterling Heights Beautification Commission has opened the nomination window until Aug. 30 for residents to nominate superbly landscaped properties within the city.
The commission will judge winners among single-family homes, multifamily complexes, businesses and worship centers based on how flower color is used, as well as wow factor. Winners will be proclaimed at an October Sterling Heights City Council meeting.
Send front-view photos of nominated properties to cityhall@sterlingheights.gov, or call (586) 446-2489 for more information.
Sterling in Michigan’s top 5 cities for SEV
The city of Sterling Heights recently announced it is among the top five Michigan cities for having the highest 2024 state equalized values, joining Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor and Troy.
Among those cities, Sterling Heights had the second-highest industrial property values at $687 million, and it was fourth for residential property values at $5.96 billion.
Sterling Heights was also fourth place among the top five cities for increase in assessed value ($728 million), and fifth place for commercial property values ($1.15 billion), personal property values ($246 million) and total assessed value ($8.04 billion). Detroit was first place in all categories.
When looking only at Macomb County, Sterling Heights had the highest SEV, and was No. 1 for commercial values and No. 2 for residential, industrial and personal property values there. Sterling Heights also had the second-highest increase in assessed value countywide.
The city also said the city’s residential property values grew by around 11%, and the industrial property values grew by around 10%.
In a statement, Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor said the stats show that the city’s economy and property values are strong.
“This growth reflects the hard work and dedication of our residents, businesses and local government working together to ensure Sterling Heights remains an attractive and prosperous place to live and grow,” Taylor said. “Our efforts behind sustainable development will help our property values grow for years.”
Learn more about Sterling Heights by visiting sterlingheights.gov or by calling (586) 446-2489.
FREEDOM HILL TO CELEBRATE FESTA ITALIANA
Freedom Hill County Park, 14900 Metropolitan Parkway, will host the annual Festa Italiana event July 19-21. Presented by the Italian American Chamber of Commerce, the family-friendly event will feature food, live entertainment, kids activities, fireworks and more. Admission is free, and parking costs $10 per day per vehicle. Festival hours are 6-11 p.m. Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday and 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday. For other information, visit www.iaccm.net/ events/festa-italiana or call (586) 925-2020.
for some answers, and Macomb Community College is finally putting the unanswered question to rest.
On July 17, Macomb Community College announced the new athletic logo, which features a lion’s head topped with a crown.
Monarchies have long used a lion as the symbol of strength and courage, which finally gives a sense of meaning to the school’s nickname.
“Our new Monarchs logo provides an identity for our student-athletes to rally around,” Bryan Rizzo, director of athletics at Macomb Community College, said in a press release. “The traits the lion symbol embodies reflect the strength and resilience we work to foster within each Macomb student as an athlete, as well as attributes that will help support them as they pursue education, career, family and community life.”
Macomb Community College current-
ly features nine athletic teams with over 100 student-athletes who now can finally have an understanding of what it means to be a Monarch, since the name was first coined for the school’s athletic teams in 1967. Current sports offered at the school are baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, softball, volleyball, and men’s and women’s track and field.
“The traits of a lion would be tough, fierce, defending their territory and also family,” Matt Fecht, Macomb cross country coach and former student-athlete, said in a press release. “I think that describes the program we’re trying to build with the cross country program. We’re making a family atmosphere. We’re going to go out there and we’re going to be tough.”
“It brings another dimension to the athletics department as a whole,” Macomb baseball coach Taylor Grzelakowski said in a press release. “It’s just something that’s going to pique the interest of our players, parents, audience — everyone involved.”
Call Staff Writer Jonathan Szczepaniak at (586) 498-1090.
WHY ALL THE HOUSEHOLD DUST?
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Traffic
Inc., discussed her firm’s public engagement efforts with the campaign and summarized the traffic safety survey.
“We just ask questions about what mode of transportation people use, how safe they feel the roads are within the city, and notes on various issues that they find,” she said.
Michaels explained that residents can also take a separate Visioning Ryan Road Survey, which asks questions that can help the city improve or re-envision the road’s corridor. Some city officials have previously said the road has been a problem area for speeding.
In addition, the same website that contains both surveys also contains a Safety Mapper Application where residents may pinpoint spots on a map of the city’s roads and make traffic-related observations or air concerns.
“So you can select an area, pick a category of what your observation is related to — whether it be speeding, cut-through traffic, intersection related, pedestrian related — there’s a variety of options to choose from,” Michaels said.
The website will be open for use until the end of August, she said.
In response, Councilman Michael Radtke said he wanted to ensure that the study focuses on multiple modes of transportation, and he asked if the mapping tool will let people mark sidewalks.
“There’s a lot of places that I’m frequently called (about) by residents who are concerned about areas in the city that have sidewalk gaps or are not safe to travel,” Radtke said. “I see you have all the intersections marked, but if you don’t have the sidewalks on your map, and they’re not something that people are commenting on, then you’re directing everyone to improving traffic flow and not actually improving pedestrian safety.”
Michaels said people can make a comment on the map’s roadways closest to the sidewalk issue in question.
Fill out Sterling Heights’ traffic survey by visiting bit.ly/4eADh89, or visit sterlingheights.gov and type “Traffic Calming Survey” in the search bar. For more information, call (586) 446-2489.
Sterling intersections on law firm’s most dangerous list
The talk about traffic safety comes at a time when a couple of Sterling Heights intersections appear on law firm Michigan Auto Law’s new list of what it considers to be Michigan’s 20 most dangerous intersections. The law firm says the report is based on 2023 Michigan State Police data.
The topmost Sterling Heights intersection on the list is fourth-place 18 ½ Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue with 135 crashes and nine injuries. The law firm, however, noted that this is a 41% decline in crashes compared to 2019’s 229 crashes, back when the roundabout intersection took first place.
The Metropolitan Parkway and Van Dyke intersection took the No. 17 spot with 70 crashes, 16 injuries and one fatality.
No. 1 on the latest list is 11 Mile Road/Interstate 696 at Van Dyke Avenue in Warren/Center Line, with 218 crashes and 52 injuries. In a press release, the law firm said it has also arranged a billboard campaign by some of the intersections, including 18 1/2 Mile and Van Dyke.
“These billboards will serve as stark reminders of the potential consequences of distracted driving, urging motorists to stay focused, drive safely and proceed with caution,” the press release said.
See the entire report by visiting michiganautolaw.com/legal-resources/most-dangerous-intersections.
— Eric Czarnik
The roundabout at 18 1/2 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue has a perennial presence on Michigan Auto Law’s “Most Dangerous Intersections” list.
File photo by Patricia O’Blenes
Last looks at Lakeside
MALL WALKERS, BUSINESS OWNERS
SHARE THEIR THOUGHTS ABOUT CLOSING
BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
Like dozens of other people walking through Lakeside Mall June 27 – the Thursday before its last open day of June 30 and its July 1 closing date – Frank Talo was reliving his memories of growing up with the shopping center.
“The early ’80s, I spent a lot of time here – spent all my allowance and my grasscutting money on the arcades, back-toschool shopping,” said Talo, who lives in the St. Clair Shores area.
“It’s a pretty big part of my childhood. … It’s kind of sad, you know, but it seems like online shopping … and I heard the pandemic was kind of the final nail in the coffin with a lot of malls, not just Lakeside.”
Talo blamed the COVID-19 pandemic and the popularity of online shopping for the mall’s decline and ultimate demise.
“SIZZLIN”
A mall in metamorphosis
Lakeside Mall originally opened in 1976, notably through the efforts of mall developer A. Alfred Taubman. But for years over the last decade, Sterling Heights officials have envisioned and have prepared for a future redevelopment of the Lakeside Mall area.
The mall’s most recent ownership, Lionheart Capital/Out of the Box Ventures, acquired the mall property in 2019. In November 2022, it presented to the Sterling Heights City Council a vision for a mixeduse Lakeside Town Center. In the mall’s place, the town center is envisioned as a billion-dollar project on an estimated 110 acres of mixed-use neighborhoods, apartments, retail shops, office space, green space, a hotel, a community center and more.
That presentation originally predicted
See LAKESIDE on page 11A
ABOVE: The carousel space in the Lakeside food court stands empty.
LEFT: A coin-operated kiddie ride was removed and hauled away June 27.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
Lakeside
the demolition of the main mall building for sometime around late 2024 or early 2025, with town center construction to emerge over the ensuing 12 or so years. In April 2024, city officials said the redevelopment plan was running around a year behind schedule, due in part to difficulty with the mall ownership’s acquisition negotiations over the vacant Sears and Lord & Taylor properties.
But even in early 2023, some mall tenants told the Sterling Heights Sentry that they feared the town center news would falsely lead locals to believe that the mall was closing right away. At the time, Sterling Heights Community Relations Director Melanie Davis emphasized that “Lakeside Mall is not closing” – at least not imminently.
Tenants, attendees reflect
William Hayes co-owns This, That & The Other Thing, a store that sold everything from DVDs to collectibles and small appliances. When he talked to the Sentry June 27, he cast blame on the city for the mall’s current situation.
“Like a lot of our customers and a lot of the stores that were in here, they are thoroughly disgusted with the city of Sterling Heights,” he said.
Hayes said his store moved into the mall around 3 ½ years ago, back when, he said, the mall was around 75% filled.
“They turned around and broke the news, and everybody started running, and they caused the collapse of many businesses and everything and people that they put out of business because they really can’t afford to go anywhere else,” he said.
He called the mall “an amazing building” and praised the mall management as “really good” for promptly taking care of everyone if they had a problem.
Jamie Torrico, the manager of the Anime GT store, said she has been honored to be part of the Lakeside family. She said the closing experience is sad, in large part due to the impact it’ll have on her customers and the community.
“I’m really, like, broken-hearted. Like, there’s such a void,” she said. “We have people that have come out of state, from Up North, and they come specifically just to see us in the store.
“So it’s just, we’re just really humbled that we’ve even had customers crying that we’re closing this location down. … We’ve seen people grow up as our customers, go to college, get married. We’ve had items of ours
at their weddings as part of their weddings, and then they’ve had kids and they bring their kids in.”
Torrico said that while she has been in business for around 25 years, this is the first time her business has been actually closed without another location already set up. She said she hopes to relocate somewhere in the area of Macomb or Oakland County.
“We’re just trying to see where there’s some options for us, since the closure was a little bit more sudden than we all expected,” she said.
Sterling Heights and mall ownership formally announced that the mall would be closed by July 1 in a May 1 email. On Lakeside’s website, shop-lakesidemall.com, Macy’s has an announcement that it is still hiring and plans to stay open even after the mall’s closure. On June 30, four workers from Lakeside JCPenney said over the phone that their store would also remain open after the mall closes.
Meanwhile, near the food court, mall patrons Joe and Helga Praust were strolling and reminiscing. They said they have lived in Sterling Heights since 1971 and have been visiting Lakeside since its opening. And what will they remember most?
“Everything. We met a lot of people,” Helga Praust said. “It’s sad, but what are you going to do?”
“Nothing lasts forever,” added Joe Praust.
History preserved
In an email, the Sterling Heights Public Library’s local library historian, Mitchell Mulroy, said his duties have recently included gathering news articles and securely archiving news station footage about the mall closing.
He added that he plans to use social media to show Lakeside’s construction during the 1970s and get people talking.
“I hope to use this as an opportunity to let the community know more about the local history resources available at the library, as well as answer questions about Lakeside they might have,” he said.
Mulroy described how Lakeside shaped Sterling Heights’ direction. He said it fostered “rapid urban development and economic change” in the city and other neighboring communities as the population grew in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Mulroy explained that real estate developers took 1 1/2 years to acquire Lakeside’s land and then spent another two years building the mall.
“A lot of the land acquired came from smaller farms, and several residents have spoken in oral histories about the mall be-
Cruzers
from page 1A
best paint, best interior, best late-model cruiser, sweetest ride, “best custom cruzer” and more. The fun included photo shoots, raffles and camaraderie.
According to Fun Time Cruzers President Ken Savage, the group is looking for a new spot for their Monday Night Cruise-Ins.
“We want it to be a mutual relationship. We can bring some fun to the location, more people and more business,” said Savage, who added he receives phone calls each day from members asking “Where are we meeting?”
At press time the location had not been officially confirmed, but Savage remains hopeful for a new venue. Visit the Fun Time Cruzers website, funtimecruzers.com, for updates.
Lakeside
ing built on especially rich soil for crops,” Mulroy said.
“Shortly after it was built, the rent for storefronts was quite high, and only large stores like Sears were buying up space. The streets around the mall, including Hall Road, were still under construction when it opened. Smaller developers started taking up cheaper space around the mall as it became available.”
Sculptures to be saved
Although Lakeside Mall is now an empty edifice, its tall, abstract sculptures and public art will still be enjoyed for years to come, according to the mall’s ownership.
On June 26, a joint announcement between the city of Sterling Heights and the
mall ownership stated that “much of” of the mall’s public art will be incorporated into the Lakeside Town Center.
According to the statement, sculptures by Bruce Beasley, Fletcher Benton and Buky Schwartz will be saved for future display amid the estimated 30 acres of town center public spaces.
“We have been deeply moved by how much Lakeside Mall has meant to the Sterling Heights community for nearly 50 years,” Allison Greenfield, chief development officer of Lionheart Capital, said in the statement.
“This inspired us to create plans for repurposing the existing public art within the reimagined Lakeside. One of Lionheart’s main pillars is to reduce waste and facilitate reuse of serviceable materials and items, when possible, in the redevelopment process.”
The mall ownership also announced that it plans to host a charity estate sale later this year that will sell furniture, fixtures
Looking Back: Lakeside Mall development
and other equipment. Event proceeds will reportedly go to the Sterling Heights Area Community Foundation, the announcement stated.
In addition, the announcement said Out of the Box Ventures will be involved in asking Sterlingfest Art & Music Fair attendees to suggest names for a future Lakeside Town Center bike path. OOTB also hopes to play a sponsorship role at the Sept. 6 Dodge Park Food Truck Rally and the Sept. 27 State of the City Breakfast, the statement added.
Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor said in a June 29 text message that he planned to visit Lakeside one more time June 30.
“I’ll take a final walk through sometime in the morning,” he said. “What I’ll remember most is meeting friends there in high
school, clothes shopping with my mom and brother as a kid, and throwing coins in the fountain!”
When asked whether it is fair for mall tenants to blame the city and the town center announcement for accelerating the mall’s decline, Taylor said the city’s plans for Lakeside have been publicized since at least 2015.
“While I sympathize with the businesses at Lakeside, this day was inevitable and it’s better for the city to be transparent about the plans,” Taylor said.
Learn more about Lionheart Capital/ Out of the Box Ventures by visiting lheartcapital.com. Learn more about Sterling Heights and the Lakeside Town Center plans by visiting sterlingheights.gov and typing “Lakeside Town Center” in the search bar or call (586) 446-2489.
TOP: Interior construction progresses on Lakeside Mall in this photo from 1976.
ABOVE: This 1971 photo shows the proposed concept for the Lakeside Mall area.
LEFT: Work crews build the mall, as seen in a photo from 1974. Photos provided by the Sterling Heights Public Library and the Suburban Library Cooperative
VOTERS TO DECIDE NOMINEES FOR CONGRESS, LEGISLATURE, COUNTY BOARD AND MORE
In the Sentry’s coverage area, voters will select party candidates vying to earn spots in the Michigan Legislature, as well as U.S. Congress, the Macomb County Board of Commissioners and more in the Aug. 6 primary election.
Below are profiles submitted by the candidates. Profiles do not appear for candidates
U.S. Senate
Two candidates are running for the Democratic nomination and four candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one six-year term in November. The salary for the position is $174,000.
Democrat
Hill Harper
Age: 58
Occupation: Actor, Author, Activist
Municipality of residence: Detroit
For how long: 8 Years
Online campaign information: www.hillharper.com/
Education: Harvard Law School J.D. Cum Laude, 1992
• John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University M.A. with Honors, Public Administration,1992
• Brown University B.A. Magna Cum Laude, Economics/Sociology (Valedictorian) 1988
• US Marine Corps OCS, Platoon Leaders Class 1, Honors Graduate, Quantico, VA 1986
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: As your U.S. Senator, my top goals would be ensuring universal healthcare for every American, safeguarding reproductive rights for all, enacting common sense gun reform to enhance public safety, reducing car insurance rates to ease financial burdens, increasing funding for education to improve our schools, and passing the PRO Act to protect workers’ rights and strengthen unions. These priorities reflect my commitment to creating a fairer, healthier, and safer society for everyone in our state.
Democrat
Elissa Slotkin
Age: 47
Occupation: U.S. Representative (MI-07)
Municipality of residence: Holly
For how long: Grew up in Michigan; I now live on my family farm
Online campaign information: elissaslotkin.org
Education: Cornell University - College of Agriculture and Life Science, Bachelor’s Degree and Columbia University - School of International and Public Affairs, Master of International Affairs
Previously and currently held elected offices: U.S. Representative (Formerly MI-08, now MI-07 due to redistricting):
Top goals: My number one priority is to make it easier for Michiganders to get into the middle class. Michigan invented the middle class by maintaining a strong union presence and making investments in small businesses. We can keep people there by reducing healthcare costs, putting Americans on the path to homeownership and making more critical items in America. I am committed to restoring the national standard set by Roe, and ensuring voting rights for every American.
Republican Justin Amash Age: 44
Occupation: Lawyer and small business owner
Municipality of residence: Cascade Charter Township
For how long: 20+ years in Cascade. I’ve lived my whole life in Michigan.
Online campaign information:
www.justinamash.com
Education: A.B., Economics, University of Michigan; J.D., University of Michigan Law School
Previously and currently held elected offices: U.S. Representative, 2011-2021; Michigan State Representative, 2009- 2010
Top goals: My priorities are to follow the Constitution, protect everyone’s rights, uphold the Rule of Law, restore representative government, read the bills, stop governing by emergency, balance the budget, defend
uncontested in their party. Candidates were asked, in 75 words or fewer, to state their top goal(s) if elected. If a candidate went over the word limit, (…) replaces the rest of the answer. The answers are printed verbatim.
economic freedom, end the forever war, and oppose the surveillance state.
Republican Sherry O’Donnell Age: 62
Occupation: Physician/ Business owner private medical practice
Municipality of residence: Stevensville; Berrien County
For how long: 24 years
Online campaign information: Docsherry2024.com
Education: Bachelor Degrees in Biology and Chemistry/Minor in Psychology-Hastings College, NE
Doctor of Osteopathy: College of Osteopathic Medicine OK State University: Tulsa, OK
Ministerial Certificate: Biblical studies: Victory Bible Institute, Tulsa, OK
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: Securing the Borders and Inflation
Failure to secure our borders has many consequences. It jeopardizes public safety and national security. It is worsening our inflation. It also diminishes the value of citizenship in our nation. Dr. O’Donnell has been to the border and is endorsed by Tom Homan, former director of I.C.E under President Trump.
We must enact a balanced budget and stop reckless spending and entitlements. Dr. O’Donnell signed the “No New Tax” pledge
Republican
Sandy Pensler
Age: 67
Occupation: Manufacturer and economist. Owner of Pensler Capital and Korex Companies
Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan
For how long: No answer given. Online campaign information: sandypensler.com
Education: Sandy worked his way through Yale University where in just four years he earned a B.A. in Chemical Engineering,
a B.A. in Economics and an M.A. in Economics –receiving high honors in all degrees. He received his law degree, with honors, from Harvard.
Previously held and currently held elected offices: No answer given.
Top goals: Restore moral direction to our decision making. Spend only on what we need not on what we want. This will reduce the deficit, inflation and interest rates. Rely on market mechanisms and competition to solve problems rather than government directives. Support decisions based on merit not skin color or creed. In foreign policy, weakness begets aggression. Stop funding terrorists if you do not want terrorism. Stop illegal immigration stone cold -no benefits except for legals.
Republican Mike Rogers Age: 61
Occupation: Candidate for U.S. Senate, Army Veteran, Former Congressman, State Senator, and FBI Special Agent.
Municipality of residence: Brighton, MI
For how long: Nearly 50 years Online campaign information: rogersforsenate.com
Education: Adrian College and the University of Michigan
Previously and currently held elected offices: U.S. Representative (20012015), Michigan State Senator (1995-2000) Top goals: Families are struggling under the current administration and are desperately in need of relief from the high costs of gas and groceries. As a Congressman, I earned a reputation as someone who got results for Michiganders by working across the aisle, and in the Senate, I’ll bring my experience to slash inflation, lower the cost of living for families, and secure our southern border to stop the flow of crime and deadly drugs.
Harper
Slotkin
Amash
O’Donnell
Pensler
Rogers
Election
U.S. House of Representatives District 10
Five candidates, including one write-in candidate, are running for the Democratic nomination and one candidate is running for the Republican nomination to compete for one two-year term in November. The salary for the position is $174,000.
Democrat
Emily Busch Age: 52
Occupation: Running for office full time after 30 years working in the business sector doing sales and leading professional development initiatives
Municipality of residence: Village of Oxford, Oakland County
For how long: I’ve lived in Oakland County for 30 years
Online campaign information: emilyformichigan.com
Education: B.A. in Biology, Indiana State University; M.S. in Management, Strategy & Leadership, Michigan State University
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: My son ran for his life from a school shooter, so for me, keeping our families safe and standing up for our rights is personal. In Congress, I will fight for your kids just as hard as I do my own, fight for commonsense gun safety solutions, protect abortion rights, safeguard Social Security and Medicare, lower costs, and make our economy work better for Michigan families.
Democrat
Carl J. Marlinga Age: 77
Occupation: Attorney (retired Judge)
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 44 years
Online campaign information: www.marlinga4congress.com
Education: Graduate University of Michigan Law School, 1971; Graduate University of Detroit, summa cum laude, 1968.
Previously and currently held elected offices: Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney, 1985-2004; Macomb County Probate Judge, 2013-2017; Macomb County Circuit Court Judge,
2017-2022.
Top goals: I have four goals: (1) Protecting our Great Lakes. I oppose drilling for oil in Lake St. Clair and I want to increase the budget for the EPA. (2) Easing the cost of living. Big Oil and the OPEC countries cannot get away with gouging us at the gas pump. (3) Defending women’s rights, including reproductive health care. (4) Saving Democracy. Every vote should count, and the electoral college should be abolished.
Write-in Democrat
Rhonda Powell
Age: 54 years old
Occupation: Nonprofit Director
Municipality of residence: Mount Clemens
For how long: 23 years
Online campaign information: www.Write-inRhondaPowell.com
Education: BA Community Service, Siena Heights University, MS Human Service, Capella University
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: Rhonda Powell is a native of Macomb County, a proven leader and advocate for people of the 10th Congressional District, that Washington continues to leave behind. She will fight to ensure pre-K for all children, affordable housing, broad investment in small business development and will help working families not just get by but get ahead. Use the power of the Pen for Change in District 10 and write RHONDA POWELL in!
Democrat
Tiffany Tilley
Age: 47
Occupation: Realtor
Municipality of residence: West Bloomfield
For how long: Two years.
Online campaign information:
www.tiffanytilleyforcongress.com
Education: Rochester College (Rochester University), I received a B.S. in Organizational Leadership and Communications; University of Detroit Mercy I received an MBA geared towards finance and international business. Previously and currently held elected offices: I am currently a statewide elected official representing Michigan. I ran in 2018 on the democratic ticket for the State Board of Education receiving almost 1.8M votes. I serve as the Co-Vice President on the Board.
Top goals: Our top priorities are WEE:
Women’s Rights, Education, and the Economy.
Women’s Rights: Ensuring equal pay, reproductive rights, and protections against gender-based violence.
Education: Investing in quality and affordable education for all, reducing class sizes, equitable funding, increasing access to early childhood programs, and increasing support for teachers as well as support staff.
Economy: Promoting job creation, ensuring fair wages for all workers, supporting small businesses with grants, loans, capital funds, and earned tax incentives.
Democrat
Diane Young Age: 59
Occupation: Fiduciary Financial Planner and small business owner
Municipality of residence: Warren
For how long: 7 years
Online campaign information: www.dianeyoungforcongress.com
Education: Stony Brook University - B.A.
Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: My top goals for congress are protecting Social Security and Medicare by fully funding both programs, fighting rising costs and inflation, defending reproductive freedom by enshrining Roe v. Wade into law, combating climate change by creating more investment opportunities in clean energy; and streamlining our tax code to give middle class families a break and make big corporations pay their fair share.
Republican
John James (I)
Running unopposed.
State House of Representatives District 57
Three Democrats and one Republican are running for their party’s nomination to compete for one two-year term in November. The salary for the position is $71,685.
Democrat Aisha Farooqi Age: 40
Occupation: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 22 years
Online campaign information: www.farooqifor57.com
Education: University of Detroit MercySchool of Law (JD). University of Michi-
gan-Dearborn (BA).
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: As an attorney, I know the importance of representing and listening to the needs of our community. In Lansing, I will:
- Protect our democracy.
-Safeguard reproductive healthcare.
-Invest in public education funding and teacher salaries.
-Lower costs for seniors.
-Make healthcare, prescription drugs, mental health, and addiction services affordable.
-Support small businesses and create good paying jobs and protect workers’ rights.
-Expand access to affordable childcare.
-Improve road/water infrastructure.
-Support our local police and firefighters.
Democrat Tyler Fox Age: 28
Occupation: Purchasing Coordinator at the City of Sterling Heights
Municipality of residence: Troy
For how long: Five Years
Online campaign information: foxformi57.com
Education: Masters in Public Administration at Oakland University
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: This campaign is centered on lowering housing costs for renters and homeowners, making childcare more available for young families, and making healthcare more accessible for our seniors. I am running to stop the regular blackouts faced in our community, reign in our energy costs, and bring investment back to our district from Lansing. I am also looking to pass Universal Parental Leave and Eliminate Medical Debt in our State.
Democrat
Douglas Waggener Age: 70
Occupation: Retired IBEW
Local 58 Electrician
Municipality of residence: Troy
For how long: 36 years Online campaign info: thevoiceofthemiddleclass. com
Education: BSEE ‘90 Lawrence Technological University. Certificate in construction management OCC 2014.
Busch Marlinga
Powell
Tilley
Young
Fox
Farooqi Waggener
Election
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: The main goal of my campaign is to give some recognition and validity to my thoughts on the current issues concerning all of us today. I would like to develop a website called www.opensourcelegislation. com where everybody is welcome to contribute and vote on the final draft of laws that are written by the people and brought forth either in the classic method via a legislator, or through the ballot initiative or referendum.
Republican
Thomas E. Kuhn
Running unopposed.
State House of Representatives District 58
One candidate is running for the Democratic nomination and two candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one two-year term in November. The salary for the position is $71,685.
Democrat
Nate Shannon
Running unopposed.
Republican
Roger Goodrich
Age: 63
Occupation: Mechanical Engineer
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights For how long: 29 years
Online campaign information:
GoodrichforMichigan.com
Education: BSME Valparaiso University
Previously and currently held elected offices: Precinct Delegate
Top goals:
1) EXPOSE CORRUPTION
2) DEPORT ALL CRIMINAL IMMIGRANTS
3) PROTECT 2A RIGHTS
4) PASS CONSERVATIVE LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS THAT PROMOTE LAW AND ORDER
5) STREAMLINE OUR JUDICIAL SYSTEM TO ELIMINATE ALL BODILY INJURY CRIME
6) REDUCE INCOME TAX, SALES TAX, LICENSE FEES AND TAXES
7) EDUCATE YOUTH ABOUT THE DEADLY, HEALTH-DESTROYING
EFFECTS OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE
8) RESTORE RESPECT FOR THE U.S. CONSTITUTION, NATIONAL ANTHEM, AND FLAG
9) PROMOTE BELIEFS, IDEALS, AND MORALITY THAT MADE AMERICA GREAT
10) REPEAL UNCONSTITUTIONAL LAWS
Republican
Ron Robinson Age: 54
Occupation: Realtor/Owner of Video Production Company
Municipality of residence: Utica
For how long: 14 Years
Online campaign information: www.robinson4rep.com
Education: 1987 Graduate of Utica High School/ Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts.
Previously and currently held elected offices: Utica City Councilman since 2022
Top goals: I will work to lower the cost of living, help provide reliable, low cost energy, improve accessibility to quality healthcare and support free and fair elections. Other issues that need addressing are neighborhood safety, legal immigration and the responsible handling of the citizens’ tax dollars. We need to allow businesses to operate with minimal logical regulation. I am a pragmatic ready to stand post and make a lasting, meaningful, positive impact on our community.
State House of Representatives District 61
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and three candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one two-year term in November.
Democrat
Denise Mentzer (I)
Running unopposed.
Republican
Russ Cleary
Age: 23
Occupation: Congressional Aide/Caseworker
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 23 years
Online campaign information: www.russcleary.com
Education: High School: Paul K. Cousino
High School, 2018
College: B.S., Michigan State University, 2021
Previously and currently held elected offices: NA
Top goals: Securing Manufacturing Jobs: We must invest in manufacturing jobs in the State of Michigan, specifically in the 61st State House District. We must engage in pro-business policies, fight against EV mandates, and continue to strengthen the Arsenal of Democracy. Protecting Our First Responders: As crime continues to rise, our investment in first responders continues to drop. We must ensure that we prioritize these investments.
Republican
Robert Wojtowicz
Age: 62
Occupation: Self-employed small business owner
Municipality of residence: Clinton Township
For how long: Lifelong Macomb County Michigan resident Online campaign information: www.Robert4Mi.com
Education: trade school and degree/certification after college
Previously and currently held elected offices: Chippewa Valley School Board
Top goals: Transparency is nonexistent, our government budget/spending is out of control, our schools are a mess and our children are suffering, Michigan and our country has a serious problem with illegal immigration and election integrity needs to be addressed and some serious questions need to be answered.
Republican
John Grossenbacher
Age: 43
Occupation: IT consulting Municipality of residence: clinton township
For how long: 9 years but oakland and Macomb 32 ish years
Online campaign information: johngfor61.com
Education: Associate in Applied Science Associate in Liberal Arts
Previously and currently held elected offices: No answer given Top goals: As a Christian, husband, father, business owner, and longtime resident, I understand our community’s
challenges. My guiding principles are commitment and service, values often forgotten in politics. Michigan needs problem solvers who relate to people, work within budgets, and address challenges effectively. My goals include protecting parental freedom in schools, supporting law enforcement to combat the fentanyl epidemic, reducing wasteful spending, and opposing use tax devices on cars
Macomb County Sheriff
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and three candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one four-year term in November. The salary for the position is $142,186.
Democrat
Anthony Wickersham (I)
Running unopposed.
Republican
Terence Mekoski
Age: 59
Occupation: Retired
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 3 years
Online campaign information: mekoski.com
Previously and currently held elected offices: Fmr. MI State Representative 36th District
Top goals: To serve as a Constitutional Sheriff to assign more patrol deputies to protect Macomb County’s borders, attack human sex trafficking organizations, expand the Narcotic Enforcement Task Force to address the opioid/fentanyl epidemic. Implement a school liaison officer in all Macomb County schools to protect our children and implement a Sheriff’s Posse with retired law enforcement, former military, additional reserve deputies and trained citizens to protect Macomb County in the case of a critical incident.
Republican
Eddie Kabacinski
Age: 50
Occupation: RETIRED / DISABLED MILITARY COMBAT VETERAN
Municipality of residence: CITY OF WARREN
For how long: 20 YEARS SINCE 2003
Online campaign information: www. ekabacinskicommittee.wixsite.com/eddie Education: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION COURSE, MILITARY POLICE INVESTIGATOR COURSE,
Cleary
Wojtowicz
Mekoski
Grossenbacher
Goodrich
Robinson
Election
PRIMARY LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COURSE, MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ENFORCEMENT, UNITED STATES ARMY MILITARY POLICE
ACADEMY, CITY OF INKSTER POLICE ACADEMY, PHYSICAL SECURITY AND CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION TACTICS - LAWTON SCHOOL.
Previously and currently held elected offices: FORMER CITY OF WARREN 5TH DISTRICT COUNCILMAN
Top goals: IT IS MY INTENTION TO SERVE AS CONSERVATIVE SHERIFF UNDER YOUR CONSTITUTIONAL LIMITED REPUBLIC. I WILL APPOINT TERENCE MEKOSKI AND SCOTT BUDNICK AS SHERIFFS. WE WILL SERVE UNITED TOGETHER. I WILL ADHERE TO THE PRINCIPLES OF OUR INALIENABLE GOD GIVEN RIGHTS TO UPHOLD, SUPPORT, AND DEFEND YOUR FREEDOM AND LIBERTY UNDER YOUR FEDERAL AND MICHIGAN CONSTITUTIONS. I WILL NOT INFRINGE ON YOUR RIGHT TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS. I WILL HONOR OUR SANCTUARY COUNTY STATUS.
Republican Scott Budnick
Age: 53 years old
Occupation: Police Officer
Municipality of residence: Macomb County Resident, Macomb Township
For how long: Homeowner built my house 8 years ago, and I have lived all my adult life in Macomb County Online campaign information: Scottbudnickforsheriff.com
Education: 2014 Union Institute and University, Bachelor of Science (Law Enforcement Management) 2000 Macomb Community College, Associate Degree (Law Enforcement) 2012 Macomb Community College, Associate Degree (General Studies)
2018 Macomb Community College, Certificate (Law Enforcement with Police Academy)
2019 Macomb Community College, Certificate (Homeland Security)
Previously and currently held elected offices: I have never run nor held any elected
office in the past, I am not nor have I ever been a politician.
Top goals: My top priority is putting an armed officer in every Macomb County school, both private schools and public schools. This is non-negotiable, our children will be protected.
Second is our border. I will cooperate with Border Patrol, and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to assist with the capture and removal of criminal illegal aliens, human smuggling, and drug enforcement.
Third is protecting our senior population against those who attempt to commit criminal acts against them.
Macomb County Clerk and Register of Deeds
Two candidates are running for the Democratic nomination and three candidates are running for the Republican nomination to compete for one four-year term in November. The salary for the position is $127,450.
Democrat
David Adams
Age: 55
Occupation: Public School Teacher
Municipality of residence: Bruce Twp.
For how long: 10 years
Online campaign information: No answer given.
Education: M.A. Linguistics, Oakland University, B.A. Secondary Education, Wayne State University,
Previously and currently held elected offices: I have never run for or held an elected office before Top goals: As a candidate for Macomb County Clerk I can promise the citizens of Macomb County that I will work tirelessly to provide efficient service to all citizens regardless of gender, race, religion, ethnic background, socioeconomic status or political ideology. I will always thoroughly vet all potential applicants to the clerk’s office for their integrity and commitment to service for the people of Macomb County.
Democrat Steve Fleck
Age: 44
Occupation: Artist / Rideshare / Small Business Owner
Municipality of residence: Eastpointe
For how long: over 12 years
Online campaign information: sjfleck.com
Education: College Degree / Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan & Oakland
University
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: Securing the Election, Extending election times and availability, & a Timely Election. Hiring more staff and having more volunteers. Working to get laws passed that will make it easier to vote and creating campaigns to get more people to vote. Working for the people.
Republican Kristi Dean
Age: 59
Occupation: UWM in Pontiac (United Wholesale Mortgage)
Municipality of residence: Shelby Township
For how long: 20 years
Online campaign information: No answer given.
Education: PhD
Previously and currently held elected offices: Macomb Community College Trustee
Top goals: Holistically observing the current business processes and identify any bottlenecks create/develop work arounds to streamline and look for cost savings for the office and taxpayers of Macomb County.
Republican Anthony G. Forlini (I)
Age: 62
Occupation: Macomb County Clerk, Register of Deeds
Municipality of residence: Harrison Township
For how long: 37 years
Online campaign information: http://www.anthonyforlini.com/
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration, Western Michigan University
Previously and currently held elected offices:
• 2004-2010 Harrison Township Supervisor
• 2011-2016 Michigan
State Representative for St. Clair Shores, Harrison Township, Clinton Township, Macomb Township
• 2020-Present Macomb County Clerk/ Register of Deeds
Top goals: Four years ago my goal was to provide great customer service. Today you get a real person that is knowledgeable that picks up the phone-no voicemail. Long customer wait times have all been eliminated, most services take just minutes. Future goals 1) Perform the greatest upgrade in our
history to the Register of Deeds search capabilities. 2) Upgrade election night reporting. 3) Complete the process of properly storing county records.
Republican
Jackie Ryan Age: 62
Occupation: Self Employed
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 26 years Online campaign information: Ryan For Macomb (Facebook)
Education: Accounting and Business Degrees
Previously and currently held elected offices: Precinct Delegate
Top goals: As Macomb County Clerk, my Top Goals are to Serve the Families of Macomb County (not be a county store)
“The People’s Clerk” keeping their records low-cost, accurate and secured; provide election integrity for the Voters in Macomb County by using “We The People’s” system of hand counting, proof of citizenship and one day voting; provide a website for all Candidates/Proposals before the election to increase voter participation and “People’s Audit” every election.
Macomb County Treasurer
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat
Matthew T. Churchwell
Running unopposed.
Republican
Larry Rocca (I)
Running unopposed.
Macomb County Public Works Commissioner
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat
Kevin Higgins
Running unopposed.
Republican
Candice S. Miller (I)
Running unopposed.
Dean
Forlini
Ryan
Kabacinski
Budnick
Adams
Fleck
Election
Macomb County Prosecuting Attorney
One candidate is running unopposed as a Democrat and one candidate is running unopposed as a Republican to compete for one four-year term in November.
Democrat Christina Hines
Running unopposed.
Republican
Peter J. Lucido (I)
Running unopposed.
Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 5
Two candidates are running for the Republican nomination and no candidates are running for the Democratic nomination to compete for one four-year term in November. The salary for the position is $39,375.
Republican Pashko Ujkic
Age: 43
Occupation: Business owner for 21 years and Chair of Planning Commission- Sterling Heights
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 26 years
Online campaign information: Pashkoformacomb.com
Education: special courses certified in business and real estate.
Previously and currently held elected offices: New Candidate
Top goals: As standalone candidate endorsed by SH fire and Police, Publlic Safety is number one. Implementing more programs for our seniors. Making sure that we have programs for mental assistance as well as for substance abuse. Control spending and not raising taxes.
Republican Don VanSyckel
Age: 72
Occupation: Retired Electrical Engineer
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 39+ years Online campaign information: https://donvansyckel.com
Education: BS Electrical Engineering, Lehigh University
Previously and currently held elected offices: previously 2021-2022 – Commissioner District 5; currently 2023 - 2024
Commissioner District 5
Top goals: Realign spending instead of raising taxes. Protect personal freedoms and property. Common sense approach to resolving issues before the county. Maintain funding levels for Sheriff Department and emergency services. Support small businesses through less government regulation. Develop domestic energy sources – stop foreign energy reliance. Encourage people to first buy Macomb and then buy Michigan. Provide training for people, investing in them, so they can obtain good jobs.
Macomb County Board of Commissioners District 6
Two candidates are running for the Democratic nomination and one candidate is running for the Republican nomination to compete for one four-year term in November. The salary for the position is $39,375.
Democrat
Ben Orjada
Age: 30
Occupation: Union Organizer
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 27 Years
Online campaign information: benorjada.com
Education: Graduated from Adlai Stevenson High School in Sterling Heights in 2012, and in progress degrees at Oakland University and Wayne State University.
Previously and currently held elected offices: No previously or currently held elected offices.
Top goals: If elected, I will increase funding for Macomb Senior Services and expand support for family caregivers. I will create starter home options for young families and options for seniors to safely downsize to without having to leave the communities they know and love. I will fully fund our Police, Fire, EMS and 911 dispatch to keep Macomb safe countywide.
Democrat Matthew S. Smith
Age: 40
Occupation: Chemist/Adjunct Professor
Municipality of residence: Sterling Heights
For how long: 8 years
Online campaign information: https://
www.facebook.com/matthewsmith4macomb
Education: B.S. Chemistry, Michigan Technological University; M.S. Chemistry, Michigan State University
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: 1) Work towards improving infrastructure with a focus on improving project timelines and increasing competitive bidding.
2) Improve crisis response in the county’s police departments by starting a county-wide comfort dog program and expanding Sheriff Wickersham’s “Love in a Bag” program.
3) Work with our local communications to offer more affordable housing.
4) Improve services to county residents including improved veteran services (my father is a disable Navy veteran) and mental health services.
Republican Joseph V. Romano
Running unopposed.
Judge of Probate CourtNew Judgeship Position
Three candidates are running for one six-year term.
Jevona C. Fudge
Age: 47
Occupation: Deputy Chief/Assistant Prosecutor in the Family Division
Municipality of residence: St Clair Shores
For how long: 2 Years
Online campaign information: www.jfudgeforjudge.com
Education: Juris Doctor
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: I am running for Probate Judge to continue my work as a public servant for all communities.
My top goals as a newly elected Probate Judge would be to assist in addressing the high volume of cases in a timely manner, promote equal access to justice, attentively and compassionately listen to the facts of each case and apply the law fairly, work with mental health professionals to assist families care for their loved ones.
Aaron J. Hall
Age: 35
Occupation: Chief of the Probate Unit at
the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office
Municipality of residence: Clinton Township
For how long: 5 years in Clinton Township, 34 years in Macomb County.
Online campaign information: HallForProbateJudge.com
Education: University of Detroit Mercy School of Law (J.D.), Oakland University (B.A.) with Honors.
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: As a cancer survivor, I understand firsthand the importance of peace of mind to families navigating the challenges of caring for their loved ones. As Judge, I will modernize the technological infrastructure of the Macomb County Probate Court. This will provide a better experience for the public and faster results. Mental illness petitions, protecting the disabled and seniors, and safeguarding family assets while upholding estate wishes are issues too important for needless delays.
Benjamin A. Schock
Age: 48
Occupation: Probate and Elder Law Attorney
Municipality of residence: Macomb Township
For how long: 10 years (lifetime Macomb County Resident) Online campaign information: www.schockforprobate.com
Education: Macomb Lanse Creuse High School North, Michigan State University, B.A in Political Science Pre Law, Michigan State University College of Law
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: As a Judge, I would continue protecting seniors and vulnerable individuals from abuse. I will look to use the role of judge to further protect susceptible individuals. I have over 18 years of probate court experience, under both the Estates and Protected Individuals and Mental Health Codes. I am deeply committed to serve Macomb County as a fair, honest, dedicated and impartial probate court judge; ethically upholding the principles of justice, integrity, and compassion.
Ujkic
VanSyckel
Orjada
Smith
Schock
Fudge Hall
CRIME WATCH
Indecent exposure reported along 15 Mile
An indecent exposure incident was reported June 27 along 15 Mile Road, near Schoenherr Road. Police did not provide more details of the incident by press time.
Larceny reported on Dequindre
A larceny was reported along Dequindre Road, near 17 Mile Road, June 26. More information about what was reported stolen couldn’t be obtained by press time.
Auto theft reported on Van Dyke
An unlawful driving away of an automobile was reported along Van Dyke Avenue, between 15 Mile Road and Metropolitan Parkway, June 27. Further information was not available by press time.
Shoplifting case hits Hayes
A retail fraud incident was reported along Hayes Road, near 19 Mile Road, June 25. No further information about what was taken was available by press time.
Retail fraud strikes Schoenherr
A business on Schoenherr Road, near M-59/Hall Road, was reportedly the victim of retail fraud June 25. Police did not give further details by press time.
Anyone who has more information about these events or general suspicious happenings is encouraged to call the Sterling Heights Police Department at (586) 446-2800.
— Eric Czarnik
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Arrest
from page 3A
you that the Department is investigating this arrest.”
On March 13, Sterling Heights police gave their account of the situation on Facebook. They said their officers arrested a suspect in the early morning hours of Feb. 25 after they heard about a domestic violence incident reportedly involving two victims at Greentrees Road, which is located near 15 Mile Road and Moravian Drive.
Police video footage shows officers initially approaching the suspect’s vehicle and ordering the suspect to get out, but the video shows the vehicle taking off. Police said they then pursued the car on a high-speed chase for around 13 miles, with speeds reaching as high as 90 mph. Police accused the suspect of trying to run over an officer, traveling through red lights and swerving into traffic.
At one point, the suspect is seen on video getting out of the vehicle via the passenger side and, according to police, he “was not compliant with commands and resisted attempts to be placed under arrest.”
Police said they used “physical force, tasers, and a K9” to arrest the suspect, who they said sustained “minor injuries” before medical care was arranged.
According to police, the suspect’s blood alcohol content was analyzed and found to be over double the legal limit for driving –it’s illegal to drive in Michigan at 0.08% or over for drivers 21 or older. Police also said that pepper spray was found in the vehicle.
The suspect has been identified as Gary Young aka Garry Eugene Young Jr., 37, from Roseville. According to the MiCOURT online database, the suspect was arraigned Feb. 27 in Sterling Heights 41-A District Court and initially was charged with several felonies and misdemeanors.
The database noted that some of those initial charges have since been changed. According to MiCOURT and Macomb County, the current charges are:
• Two misdemeanor charges of domestic violence.
• Two felony charges of assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer.
• One felony charge of third-degree fleeing a police officer.
• One felony charge of operating while intoxicated, impaired or with the presence of a controlled substance, third offense.
- One misdemeanor charge of driving while license suspended, second or subsequent offense.
According to court records, bond was posted at $1,500 after being set for $15,000, 10% cash surety. The case has been transferred to Macomb County Circuit Court. Online court records show that the next
scheduled court date is a July 24 pretrial conference before Judge Richard Caretti.
The Sterling Heights Police Department said in its Facebook statement that, following the incident, it placed two officers on leave. The department also released several minutes of video footage of the chase and arrest that was interspersed with commentary.
The department said it has been running an internal investigation regarding the use of force, and it said, per protocol, it invited the Macomb County Sheriff’s Office to conduct “an immediate, independent review.”
“We believe in transparency within our ranks and with the public – as that is a key pillar of building trust, which enables us to protect and serve our community,” a SHPD statement on Facebook said. “Our officers wear body cameras and our police vehicles have dash cameras, both of which provide footage of the incident.”
The SHPD also trains its officers about the appropriate use of force, as well as deescalation, the department added.
“Whenever force used during a police response comes into question, we take immediate action to engage outside agencies to review those actions,” the department stated.
In a June 24 email, Sterling Heights Police Capt. Mario Bastianelli said he had “nothing to comment on about the investigation.” He said the SHPD’s internal investigation is ongoing “and will conclude when the AG has concluded their investigation.”
Young’s listed attorney, Wright W. Blake, did not respond for comment by press time.
Learn more about the Michigan Department of Attorney General by visiting michigan.gov/ag. See the Sterling Heights Police Department’s arrest footage on its Facebook page.
NOTICE OF CORRECTION
CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM
2024-2028 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2024 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
2024-2028 Consolidated Plan
The Macomb HOME Consortium is preparing to submit its 2024-2028 consolidated plan. The planning process serves as the framework for community-wide dialogue to identify housing and community development priorities that align and focus funding from the U.S. Department of HUD’s CDBG program. The Consolidated Plan is carried out through the Annual Action Plan, which provides a concise summary of the actions, activities and the specifc federal and non-federal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and specifc goals identifed by the Con Plan. This Proposed Consolidated Plan will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for further processing. Furthermore, the complete Consolidation Plan is available for public review at SterlingHeights,gov, or by request via email at CDBG@ sterlingheights.gov
2024-2025 Annual Action Plan
A proposed One-Year Action Plan has been developed giving particular attention to activities which beneft low-to-moderate income families, the elderly, and the handicapped. These activities meet the community development objectives set forth in the MHC’s Consolidated Plan. These objectives are designed to improve quality and quantity of community services, safety and the living environment.
The budget for the 2024 program year is based on an estimated amount of $765,446 for the 50th year, (July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025) of the CDBG program. In addition, an estimated $300,000 in program income will be generated from and returned to the Home & Property Improvement Program.
The proposed projects of the One-Year Action Plan to be undertaken during the 50th year and their descriptions are stated below:
1. Administrative Activity - These costs are used to pay for the general management and administrative costs associated with the CDBG program. Funding: $149,933
2. Minor Home Repair – This program provides assistance to income eligible seniors, handicapped, and owner occupants of mobile homes to make minor repairs to their home. Funding: $40,000
3. Senior Center Kitchen Renovation – The project will consist of cabinets, countertops, fooring, and appliances. Additionally, after completion the kitchen will be able to qualify for licensing by the health department. Funding: $350,000
4. Senior Center Atrium Lighting – This project will consist of replacing the lighting with more appropriate 30foot candle lighting for better vision. Additionally, acoustic panels will be installed reducing the noise reverberations in this large space. Funding: $60,000
5. Doncaster Drive Reconstruction – This project will entail the removal and replacement of the existing concrete pavement. Funding: $350,696
6. Interfaith Care Givers – The SAFE at HOME program assists seniors and physically challenged adults with indoor and outdoor chores, by using trained local volunteers. Funding: $3,567
7. Macomb County Rotating Emergency Shelter Team (MCREST) - This program provides a safe, caring environment for the homeless at participating churches on a rotating basis for one week each year. Churches provide three meals per day, showers, laundry assistance and transportation. Funding: $10,000
8. The Salvation Army Macomb’s Answer to Temporary Shelter (MATTS) - This program provides a safe, secure environment for men, women, and their families during periods of homelessness. Participants may stay for a maximum of ninety consecutive days in a calendar year. The program provides casework, advocacy, transportation, life-skills, agency referrals, recreation, clothing, rental assistance, and medical services. Funding: $1,500
9. Turning Point - This program provides a safe place for families feeing violent situations. Programs include court advocacy, sexual assault services, PPO assistance, support groups, and education. Funding: $4,380
10. Adaptive Recreation Program - This program offers a variety of age and disability appropriate recreational activities for persons with disabilities that are designed to be appropriate for the age and ability of the individuals. Funding: $18,770
11. MCA Grass and Snow Program - This program affords manpower assistance to very low-income senior homeowners to complete home chore tasks that include lawn-mowing services and snow removal. Funding: $40,000
12. Macomb Community College Student Options for Success Program (SOS) - This program provides a network of support established at Macomb Community College (MCC) to help members of eligible population groups fnd direction for their lives and obtain the job skills necessary to provide fnancial support and independence for themselves. The program pays for tuition, books, childcare, transportation expenses, and vocational costs for qualifed students who are residents of Sterling Heights to attend MCC. Funding: $10,400
13. City Library Book Collection - This program purchases audio and large print library books that are delivered to the homebound and local senior residences. Funding: $3,800
14. City Library Internet Access Outreach – Funds will supply 20 LMI households with a tablet that has access to the internet or Wi-Fi hotspot. Funding: $5,400
15. Care House - This project provides families with a coordinated investigation of child sexual and severe physical abuse to reduce the trauma of the investigation and prosecution for child victims and their families. Crisis counseling, legal advocacy, parent support groups and education, children’s groups, and information and referral will be offered through this activity. Funding: $10,000
16. Wigs 4 Kids – Provides wigs and support services to children ages 3 to 18 throughout the state of Michigan experiencing hair loss for any medical reason at no charge to them. Funding: $2,000
17. Hearts 4 Homes – This program provides rental assistance to homeless/LMI families to end homelessness in children in Macomb County. Assistance is provided by paying one or more of the following: security deposit, frst and last month’s rent, and back or unpaid rent to prevent eviction. Funding: $5,000
The above-stated projects will not displace any person or persons. This Proposed One-Year Action Plan will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for further processing. Furthermore, the complete Proposed OneYear Action Plan is available for public review at sterlingheights.gov or by request via email at CDBG@sterlingheights.gov.
CITIZEN COMMENTS
A citizen’s comment record will be established upon receipt of any and all comments from interested parties. Citizens who wish to submit comments regarding the 2024/25 Proposed One-Year Action Plan may do so. In your correspondence, please specify the One-Year Action Plan and the particular project(s) that you are commenting on. We will take comments by mail, or email.
Offce Community Development Block Grant City Of Sterling Heights 40555 Utica Road P.O. Box 8009
Sterling Heights, Michigan 48311-8009
CDBG@sterling-heights.net
Comments will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on August 15, 2024 Published: Sterling Heights Sentry 07/17/2024
Warren’s Comfort Food Destination
Craving hearty dishes that taste like home? Look no further than Simple Palate.
This family-owned business was launched in 2018 by Kevin and Carol Romanko, along with their daughter Aubrey and son-in-law Deven, who had put in long hours at other establishments over the years.
“We bought the space where Juliano’s had been for decades, so that Aubrey and Deven’s hard work would secure their future,” Kevin said.
Each member of the family does their part to keep things running smoothly.
for a banquet,” Kevin said. “After visiting our space, they revealed it was for President Biden. The next day, the Secret Service and Warren SWAT were here. They took care of every detail, and even brought their own chef to oversee the food prep.”
Carol recalled, “Before the president’s arrival, they had us all leave for an hour to conduct their nal sweep. After the meal, President Biden took the time to thank us privately as a family.”
“All of the people the president brought with him were down to earth and appreciative of us allowing them to use our whole establishment,” Aubrey said. “It was so cool to see people from the White House schmoozing and talking in our restaurant.”
Aubrey and Deven’s two sons, Emerson and Everett, even got to meet the president.
“We’re all multipurpose,” Aubrey explained. “Kevin bartends and manages the front of house; my husband and I handle everything from opening to closing, writing schedules, placing orders, cooking, catering, booking and cooking for banquets, managing back-of-house operations and taking care of behind-the-scenes tasks.”
“The president couldn’t have been more attentive and made sure they both got stuffed Commander dogs,” Carol said. “It was an amazing experience.”
The menu features a variety of mouthwatering options, from appetizers like scratch-made meatballs and loaded nachos to hearty entrees such as New York strip steak and black sea bass, along with a range of glutenfree and vegetarian options. Patrons can also enjoy delicious pasta dishes, including lobster ravioli and shrimp, as well as chicken Parmigiana.
“We have daily specials during the week, like our Burger and Brew for just $10, and on Wednesdays we feature endless spaghetti,” Deven added.
“Mac and cheese is our signature dish; it’s made from scratch and gets rave reviews,” Aubrey said, adding that the public voted Simple Palate a nalist in Macomb County’s Mac Madness: Best Mac in the Mac contest two years in a row.
In February, the restaurant had a surprise dinner guest: President Joe Biden!
“We received a call about a small group wanting to rent the entire building
“It was an honor to host the president,” Kevin said, “and while everyone has their own opinions, this was about respect for the of ce, irrespective of party, politics or views.”
Simple Palate is located north of I-696 at 27380 Van Dyke Ave. in Warren. Dine in, carryout, catering and banquet facility available.
Hours: 11 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 4 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information or to make a reservation, call (586) 754-8383 or visit simplepalate.com.
STERLING HEIGHTS PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA FOR WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2024
MEETING TO BE HELD AT STERLING HEIGHTS CITY HALL
40555 UTICA ROAD 7:00 P.M. AGENDA
A. PSP24-0020 – Synergy Health (Postponed from July 10, 2024)
Request for site plan approval which if granted would permit an MRI trailer to be located in the C-3 General Business District and Mound Road Innovation Support District.
Property Address: 35735 Mound Road
Location: West side of Mound Road, north of Fifteen Mile Road
Current Zoning: C-3 General Business District and Mound Road Innovation Support District.
B. PZ24-0004– 12800 Hall Road Rezoning
Request for a conventional rezoning of a parcel from O-3 High-Rise Offce Commercial Service District to C-3 General Business District.
Property Address: 12800 Hall Road
Location: East of Oleander Drive, south side of Hall Road
Current Zoning: O-3 High-Rise Offce Commercial Service
C. PPCM-1321 – Sterling Landings III
Request for special approval land use and site plan approval for a multi-family retail structure consisting of 70 oneand two-bedroom units with residential units located on the ground foor in a O-2 Planned Offce District and located in the Van Dyke Mixed Use District.
Property Address: 8271 Irving Road
Location: East side of Van Dyke Avenue, north side of Irving Road
Current Zoning: O-2 Planned Offce District and located in the Van Dyke Mixed Use District
D. PPCM-1322 – P & G Technologies, Inc
Requesting special approval land use which would allow storage containers as an accessory use for storage incidental to the primary use in an M-1 Light Industrial District.
Property Address: 6503 19 ½ Mile Road
Location: East of Merrill Road, north of 19 ½ Mile Road
Current Zoning: M-1 Light Industrial District
E. PPCM-1323 - Diversifed Manufacturing & Assembly
Requesting special approval land use which would allow storage containers as an accessory use for storage incidental to the primary use in an M-1 Light Industrial District.
Property Address: 5545 Bridgewood Drive
Location: West of Mound Road, north of Bridgewood Drive
Current Zoning: M-1 Light Industrial District
F. PSP24-0025 - Paris Bakery
Request for a nuisance mitigation plan for an outdoor patio service area in a C-1 Local Convenience Business District and Traditional Mixed Use Node District.
Property Address: 4107 Fifteen Mile Road
Location: West side of Ryan Road, north of Fifteen Mile Road
Current Zoning: C-1 Local Convenience Business District Traditional Mixed Use Node District
G. PZ24-0005 – Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment – NVDA Overlay Ordinance
Proposed text amendment to Ordinance No. 278 to establish a new Article being the North Van Dyke Avenue Overlay District. The proposed amendment would create an overlay district providing new land use and design standards for properties located within the North Van Dyke Avenue Overlay as established by the North Van Dyke Avenue Master Plan.
The ordinance can be viewed at the Offce of Planning or in the upcoming meeting packet to be posted at the Agenda Center.
6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. JUNE 26, 2024 (SUPPLEMENTAL MEETING)
B. JULY 10, 2024 7.
NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
City of Sterling Heights 40555 Utica Road
Sterling Heights, MI 48313 (586) 446-2724
These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the City of Sterling Heights.
REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS
On or about August 19, 2024, The City of Sterling Heights will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to release Federal funds under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (PL93-383) to undertake the following projects described in the City’s CDBG Proposed One-Year Action Plan: Proposed Projects
1. Doncastor Drive Improvements - Capital expenditures for removal and replacement of the existing asphalt. Funding: $363,666.00
2. Minor Home Repair, CDBG FY21-FY25: Provides minor repairs to single family residential and mobile homes located in the City of Sterling Heights. Funding: $40,000
3. Home & Property Improvement Loan, CDBG FY21-FY25: Provides interest-deferred loans up to $30,000 to incomeeligible applicants to assist owner-occupants of single family residences in the City of Sterling Heights to bring their homes in conformance with housing quality standards. Funding: $100,000
4. Senior Center Kitchen Renovation – Capital expenditures for kitchen renovations. Funding: $350,000
5. Senior Center Atrium Lighting – Capital expenditures for replacement of lighting fxtures and acoustic tiles. Funding: $60,000
The budget consisting of 2024/25 Community Development Block Grant funds for these projects is $780,704. FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT
The City of Sterling Heights has determined that these projects will have no signifcant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on fle at City Development Offce, located in Sterling Heights City Hall, 40555 Utica Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48313 and may be requested for review by email at, CDBG@sterlingheights.gov or at www.Sterlingheights.gov
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Sterling Heights, City Development Offce, 40555 Utica Road, P.O. Box 8009, Sterling Heights, MI 48311-8009. All comments received by 5:00 pm on Thursday August 1, 2024 will be considered by the City of Sterling Heights prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.
RELEASE OF FUNDS
The City of Sterling Heights certifes to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that Michael Taylor in capacity as Mayor consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfed. HUD’s approval of the certifcation satisfes its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the City of Sterling Heights to use program funds.
OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Sterling Heights certifcation for a period of ffteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on the one of the following bases: (a) the certifcation was not executed by the Certifying Offcer of the City of Sterling Heights; (b) the City of Sterling Heights has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or fnding required by HUD regulations 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient has committed funds or incurred costs not authorized by 24 CFR part 58 before approval of release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written fnding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec 58.76) and shall be sent to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development-Detroit Field Offce, Keith E. Hernandez, Director, Community Planning and Development at 477 Michigan Ave, Suite 1600, Detroit, Mi 48226 or DetroitCPD@HUD.gov. Potential objectors should contact HUD to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Name and Title of the Certifying Offcer for the City of Sterling Heights
Michael Taylor, Mayor
City of Sterling Heights
Published: Sterling Heights Sentry 07/17/2024
NEXT MEETING DATE: September 11, 2024
Jake Parcell, PhD
City Planner and City Development Manager
THE CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS WILL PROVIDE NECESSARY REASONABLE AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AT THE MEETING UPON SEVEN DAYS NOTICE TO THE COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICE AT 586-446-2470.
Published: Sterling Heights Sentry 07/17/2024
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Bicycle getaway fails GROSSE POINTE CITY — A 34-year-old Detroit man was arrested after he reportedly stole multiple bottles of alcoholic beverages from The Village CVS store at 4:20 p.m. June 20 and fled the scene on a bike. Police arrested the suspect as he was making his getaway. They said he was facing possible charges including retail fraud and resisting and obstructing police.
Stolen car tracked
GROSSE POINTE PARK — A 2017 Chevrolet Impala was stolen from a driveway in the 1200 block of Three Mile Road between the hours of 10 p.m. June 18 and 6 a.m. June 19. Police said the owner had the keys at the time. Police were able to use a tracking system on the vehicle to find its location on Haverhill Street in Detroit, where they recovered it. Police said it appears the Impala was stolen by being pushed by another vehicle.
Stolen vehicle recovered
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A 39-year-old Highland Park woman learned from the Farms Public Safety Department that the 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer she had bought for $1,550 from a man through Facebook Marketplace was a vehicle that had been reported stolen. The woman who bought the vehicle came to the Farms because she had been unable to get the vehicle title from the seller; she said when she tried to register the vehicle with the Secretary of State’s Office, she was told she would need a vehicle information number inspection/verification to acquire the title, which is why she brought it to the Farms.
Police said the VIN plate was scratched and had the wrong type of rivets, and the federal label, tire label and service parts label were all missing. However, police could see a different VIN number underneath some adhesive. The hidden VIN number came back to a 2003 Trailblazer that had been stolen out of Waterford Township on June 4, 2024. Police said the suspect who sold the vehicle to the woman had been arrested multiple times before for motor vehicle theft.
The suspect is a 33-year-old Detroit man.
Man charged with assault and resisting arrest
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 11:37 a.m. June 9, Shelby Township police officers responded to the area of 21 Mile and Schoenherr roads for a mental health call. A dispatcher updated the responding officers that the mother of a 32-year-old man was the caller. The mother stated that her son was suffering from a mental health issue and was now carrying a handgun in a case inside his garage, according to police.
The mother reportedly was able to get out of the house. Police said that officers made contact with the man and were able to get him into custody before he was able to injure himself or others. The 32-year-old
man was taken to the hospital for a mental health evaluation, according to police. The investigators ended up charging him with domestic assault and resisting arrest.
Police arrest man for outstanding warrant
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — At 8:11 p.m, June 19, an officer from the Shelby Township Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the area of Shelby and 21 Mile roads. Upon making contact with the occupants of the vehicle, the officer was able to obtain identification from all who were inside the vehicle. Police said that one passenger gave several incorrect names and information to the officer. The passenger later gave the correct information, which led police to find that he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The man was placed under arrest for the warrant and turned over to the correct jurisdiction for the warrant.
Fraud report made
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 6:35 p.m. on June 18, a report was made about a case of fraud that occurred in the 20000 block of Beaconsfield Avenue.
A 68-year-old man came into the police station stating that he was a victim of fraud. He reached out to Amazon Prime Video to watch a soccer game. The representative stated that he must buy three gift cards in the amount of $250 each to verify he was a real person. The man bought the gift cards and sent pictures of them to the suspect.
Vehicle theft report made
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