WEDNESDAY, FEB. 17, 2021
LATEST CITY NEWS & UPDATES
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Walking In Our Shoes: Past, Present and Future – a Conversation on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Members of the City’s African American Coalition will join other prominent local figures to host a virtual panel discussion called Walking In Our Shoes: Past, Present and Future – a Conversation on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
The virtual panel, scheduled for Feb. 26 from noon to 1 p.m., will be moderated by Michigan Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist and will focus on what life is life for African Americans in Macomb County.
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The city of Sterling Heights invites all interested and eligible small businesses, with 500 or fewer employees based in the city of Sterling Heights, to apply for CARES Act CDBG-CV funding to assist in the preparation, prevention and response to the coronavirus pandemic.
With this funding, the City intends to provide short-term working capital assistance to enable an eligible small business to retain jobs held by low to moderate income persons. The award amount per business will not exceed $10,000 and will be allocated on a merit basis.
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Mark your calendar! Manufacturers Engage launches March 2nd, 2021!
When it comes to uncertainty, you can either be paralyzed by it or take ownership of it.
The decision is yours. Join the Velocity Team for our first online event as we kick off the 2021 Manufacturers Engage Series.
This “Velocity Flash Futures” virtual workshop will immerse participants and provide perspective on drivers influencing the future operating environment, drive connection between local businesses, and support the decision-making of leaders and entrepreneurs.
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The City of Sterling Heights Public Works Department has issued a Snow Emergency/Parking Ban in effect beginning at 7 a.m., Tuesday, February 16.
The Snow Emergency/Parking Ban is currently still in effect and is set to be lifted on Thursday, Feb. 18 at 7:00 a.m., giving our DPW crew enough time to make sure all City streets have been cleared.
When a Snow Emergency is declared, no vehicle shall be parked on any City street during the emergency.
Please note, if your vehicle has not been moved from the street since the parking ban was originally issued, your vehicle is still subject to be ticketed and/or towed until the ban is officially lifted by the City.
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The Sterling Heights City Council has approved a license agreement to occupy and use the former Sears service center situated at 14100 Lakeside Circle as a drive-thru COVID-19 vaccination facility.
The City anticipates that this facility will play a pivotal role in meeting the anticipated demand for an estimated 80,000 residents 17 years and older who will seek vaccination in Phase II of the state of Michigan’s vaccination plan.
Once fully operational, the City will initially make the facility available to other COVID-19 providers that are currently administering vaccinations to the Phase I b target population of those 65 years and older. As more doses of vaccine are made available and the state transitions to Phase II, the facility will serve as a mass vaccination site staffed by firefighter/paramedic personnel from the Sterling Heights Fire Department, along with other City administrative personnel, with a capacity to administer as many as 2,000 doses of the vaccine per week.
Read the full press release on our website!
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February is Black History Month, and the Sterling Heights Public Library is celebrating by hosting a Black History Storytime. Watch and listen as Carmen Williams from the Ethnic Community Committee reads "28 Days: Moments in Black History That Changed The World" by Charles R. Smith and Shane W. Evans. |
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In May 2021, the Sterling Heights Area Community Foundation and its nine scholarship sponsoring partners will award 21 scholarships totaling $21,000 to area college bound high school seniors and current college students living in Sterling Heights and Macomb County.
This marks the 23rd consecutive year the Foundation has awarded scholarships to area youth pursuing degrees in higher education or vocation training.
The Foundation began awarding scholarships in 1999 and has awarded scholarships to 482 area students totaling $432,000, including the 2021 awards.
The 10 organizations awarding scholarships in 2021 are: BAE Systems, General Dynamics Land Systems, Macomb County Chiropractic Association, Former Mayor Richard J. Notte Endowment for Government Public Service, Ronald Himmler Science Scholarship, Rotary Club of Sterling Heights, Selfridge Air National Guard Base Community Council, Sterling Heights Area Community Foundation, Sterling Heights City Manager Professional Public Management Education Scholarship and Vibe Credit Union.
Find more info on each scholarship on our website and apply!
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Pretty sure there is plenty of snow for everyone to participate in the annual Snowman Contest!
The Sterling Heights Beautification Commission invites residents to show off their snow skills and submit a photo of the creation by Friday, Feb. 26.
Entries can be sent to:
Community Relations Snowman Contest
P.O. Box 8009
Sterling Heights, MI 48311
OR emailed to:
cityhall@sterling-heights.net
The winner of the contest will receive a $25 gift card!
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Portillo’s is bun-believably excited to be bringing Chicago-style hot dogs, famous Italian beef sandwiches, cheese fries and cake shakes to Sterling Heights!
Portillo's is a fun-loving restaurant brand serving unrivaled Chicago street food and their purpose is to create lifelong memories for both their guests and team members.
They are currently looking for top dogs to create an environment where everyone feels safe, welcome and excited.
Positions available for Team Members, Shift Leaders, Cashiers and much more.
Apply at portillos.com or visit us for an interview at 14425 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, MI, 48313, Macomb County. Hours for open interview are Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Sat. from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
We have great benefits and we are offering a $250 sign on bonus for any team member who stays 90 days past the restaurant's grand opening.
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Every snowfall comes with tasks and procedures for not only City workers, but also residents! Watch the video above on how we can work together to make sure we can safely operate during the winter months! |
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Watch last night's council meeting on our SHTV YouTube channel here.
View meeting packet and agenda here.
You can also watch the live meeting via:
- Comcast Channel 5 (Viewing)
- WOW Channel 10 (Viewing)
- AT&T U-Verse Channel 99 (Viewing)
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