Latest Updates Regarding COVID - 19 Outbreak
The City of Sterling Heights is taking a proactive approach to learning more and educating residents about Coronavirus.

We want to make sure our residents feel in control by frequently providing the most up-to-date information while also giving you the ability to get your questions answered and take care of any City business you might have. We will continue to keep residents informed through our website, on our social media pages, and through our SHTV channel.

You can view our website at sterling-heights.net/CommunityInfo to see resources by each City department. We have many ways to continue to serve our community through eGovernment!

A number of COVID-19 testing sites exist in Macomb County. Each has their own parameters and operating procedures. Visiting the organization’s website or calling ahead is strongly recommended. To see a full list of testing sites, visit the  Macomb County website here .


Please email  cityhall@sterling-heights.net  with any questions, comments, or concerns!
CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS EXTENDS CLOSURE THROUGH AT LEAST MAY 15

In light of Executive Order 2020-59 issued last Friday by Governor Gretchen Whitmer, the city of Sterling Heights will extend closure of municipal buildings through at least May 15 to protect the health and safety of both City employees and residents.

The affected buildings include City Hall, Sterling Heights Public Library, Community Center, Senior Center, Nature Center, Department of Public Works and the two Recycling Centers. Although the major and neighborhood parks remain open, amenities such as park pavilions, playscapes, basketball courts, the skate park, soccer fields and park restrooms remain closed.

AT-HOME CITY SERVICES

The City of Sterling Heights is dedicated to serving our community and we have adapted many of our services and resources to ensure we meet the needs of residents and businesses in Sterling Heights. 

Our "At-home Services" mean you can get your City business handled without ever leaving home. We have dozens of ways to transact with the City either online or by phone. Check out the list of services below that you can complete from the comfort of your own home.
REMINDER FROM THE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT

A friendly reminder that the Governor’s current executive order does not permit social gatherings or “tailgating” at parks and/or City buildings (Senior Center, Community Center, City Hall, etc.)

We know how important it is to get outside and stay active, so our parks and trails remain open for specific individual recreation activities like biking, walking, running and cycling. We just need everyone to do so safely so we can keep the parks open to those who need to use them for physical health. Because of the extended executive order, amenities and activities that encourage group participation remain closed at this time.

Please continue to practice social distancing at the park, clean up after yourself and pets, avoid “tailgating” and use of amenities that are closed. As always, if you are sick, stay home.

Now that the warmer weather has returned, Parks and Recreation staff as well as the Sterling Heights Police Department will be increasing patrols of City parks. If you have any concerns about park activity, please contact the police department on the non-emergency line at 586-446-2800.
PUPDATE AT THE PARKS!

Look what's new! Pet waste bag dispensers will be popping up in some of the parks over the next few weeks.

The Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation Department, along with fellow residents, respectfully ask that all dog owners clean up their pets waste in the parks and dispose of it properly. 

We hope these new additions will help make it easier for everyone!

*This picture was taken at Moravian Park! 
GYPSY MOTH SUPPRESSION PROGRAM

In effort to reduce nuisance caterpillar populations to tolerable levels and preserve tree foliage to prevent tree loss, areas in Sterling Heights will be notified of aerial spray for gypsy moth suppression.

Aerial spraying in Franklin Park will occur in mid to late May 2020. Weather conditions and caterpillar development will determine the exact spray date.

The Macomb County Gypsy Moth Suppression program is a joint effort between the county and impacted communities, recreation areas and special use areas. The program is administered by the Macomb County MSU Extension.

BUSINESS RESOURCES
TOOLS AND RESOURCES YOU NEED
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the City is actively supporting our community at large, including the important members of our business community.

 This includes the hundreds of small businesses that are the backbone of our community, providing important goods, services and income that keep our economy – and our residents – thriving.

We have prepared a comprehensive list of resources for both employers and their employees, and we will continue to do everything we can to ensure tools are made available from the state and federal government to protect businesses and their employees from any economic impact resulting from the COVID-19 public health crisis.

HELPFUL HOTLINES:

GENERAL ASSISTANCE: (586) 446-2757
SENIOR ASSISTANCE: (586) 446-2757
CENSUS ASSISTANCE: (586) 446-2757
MICHIGAN DHHS: (888) 535-6136 
BEAUMONT HEALTH: (248) 551-7000
MACOMB COUNTY HEALTH DEPT: (586) 463-3750
MDHHS MENTAL HEALTH: (888) 733-7753
MACOMB COMMUNITY ACTION: (586) 469-6999