THURSDAY, AUG. 19, 2021
LATEST CITY NEWS & UPDATES
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Following a comprehensive two-year review of all policies and procedures, the Sterling Heights Police Department has received accreditation from the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (MLEAC).
This accreditation is a significant professional achievement acknowledging the agency has met 108 different national standards for operational effectiveness. Sterling Heights Police Department is the second largest of the 38 departments in the state of Michigan to become certified and the largest department certified in Macomb County.
In order to obtain accreditation, the Sterling Heights Police Department conducted a thorough self-analysis of existing operations. Any operations that didn’t already meet the national standards were adapted to meet those standards, following which a team of trained MLEAC assessors verified that the department was in compliance.
In addition, assessors hosted community feedback sessions, allowing residents to weigh in on their experience with the department. In order to maintain the MLEAC accreditation, the department will be required to have an annual inspection to ensure continued compliance with all national standards.
We are very proud of our whole department who worked through this process, and have made it a priority to meet and exceed national best practice standards. Our department will continue to provide our residents, business owners and visitors the unparalleled service they deserve and expect.
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We officially cut the ribbon on the latest public art project in Sterling Heights! The colorful mural named “Trailblazer” was painted by local artist Wendy Popko and vibrantly reflects the active community we have here in Sterling Heights!
The mural also creates an augmented reality experience through the Electrifly app that features an interactive game allowing guests to play soccer back and forth with the youth in the painting, keeping score and increasing speed as they move through the game!
The mural is located on the south side of Ventimiglia's Italian Foods Co. (35197 Dodge Park Road in Sterling Heights). Come check it out!
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Let's celebrate the many cultures that make up our City at the annual Sterling Heights Diversity Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 30 at the Century Banquet Center!
Buy your ticket today! Call (586) 446-2473 or email sgiallombardo@sterling-heights.net.
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Seeking Nominations for Diversity Distinction Awards
The city's Ethnic Community Committee is currently seeking nominations of individuals and businesses that champion diversity for its 14th annual Diversity Distinction Awards to be presented during the Diversity Dinner celebration on Sept. 30.
To be considered for the prestigious honor, individual nominees should demonstrate inclusion, appreciation and acceptance of diversity in his or her everyday functions.
Businesses and organizations nominated should:
- Recruit, retain and advance people of various diverse backgrounds
- Incorporate workplace diversity into corporate goals and/or performance measures
- Show a commitment to diversity through philanthropic contributions
The committee has bestowed the award on 46 individuals, 20 businesses and 16 organizations since 2008.
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The Sterling Heights Historical Commission invites you to take a virtual city bus tour!
Join us on Thursday, Aug. 19 at 3 p.m. for a video presentation that will take you on a bus ride through Sterling Heights! We will be making stops at six special locations that have hidden stories going back centuries!
The video will premiere on Aug. 19 at 3 p.m. on the Library's Facebook page and will also be featured on the SHTV Youtube channel, Comcast channel 5, Wowwway channel 10, and AT&T channel 99. Tune in and learn something new!
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When: Tuesday, September 14, 2021
5:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. EST
Where: Dodge Park Farmers Market Pavilion
40620 Utica Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313
Join us, along with the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce, for the annual State of the City of Sterling Heights. Listen to Mayor Michael Taylor and other representatives speak on the state of Sterling Heights and the status of current projects.
Must pre-register to attend.
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Join us as we team up with the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce to bring you amazing food trucks to the first annual Dodge Park Food Truck Rally at the Dodge Park Farmers Market Pavilion. Trucks are open from 4 - 8 p.m.!
You will have the opportunity to sample cuisine from 12 different trucks with music provided by DJ Chris Cruise!
Trucks to date include:
- Wing Snob
- The Great Greek Grill
- Hole Latte Dough
- All City Dogs
- Fun Food Express
- Street Salad Food Truck
- JJ's Fish
- Sugar Rush
Follow the Facebook event page for more info and food truck updates!
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Register for our Oktoberfast 5k Run/Walk starting in Dodge Park on Saturday, Oct. 9 at 9 a.m.
The course will take runners and walkers north on Utica Road to the City’s Nature Center where participants will cross over the river and return south to Dodge Park via the park’s scenic bike path.
Registration Fee:
- $25 through Sept. 1
- $30 through Oct. 8
- $35 Race Day
Awards will be given for overall men’s and women’s winners, overall men’s and women’s masters, and age groups (top 3 in age groups separated by five years). Medals, post-race snacks and an adult beverage (for those over 21) are also included.
Shirts are guaranteed to those registered by Sept. 26, with limited availability thereafter.
Early packet pick-up will be available at the Sterling Heights Community Center, 40250 Dodge Park Road, on Friday, Oct. 8 between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.
The 2021 Oktoberfast 5k is also accepting donations to support the Daryl Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund. Daryl Brown was a retired Sterling Heights Police Officer, a coach at St. Anne's and Regina, as well as a longtime runner. Additional donations are available at registration.
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The transformational $217 million Innovate Mound project to rebuild Mound Road from 11 Mile Road to M-59 is breaking ground this month. Want to find out more info on the Innovate Mound project? Attend the informational session on Thursday, Aug. 26!
Innovate Mound 301
A community open house where the project team and contractor will share what to expect as construction kicks off this month and continues through 2023. Team members will be available to answer questions regarding construction and the schedule.
Bring Your Family and Neighbors
This is a family-friendly event! Enjoy outdoor activities and ice cream while learning about the event location host, Chardam Gear Company.
When: Thursday, August 26, 2021 | 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Chardam Gear Company | 40805 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48301
Presentations at 4:15 p.m., 5:15 p.m., and 6:15 p.m.
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September is National Library Card Month! To celebrate, those who sign up for a new library card will be entered in a drawing to win a $20 gift card for Amazon, Target or Best Buy.
For current library card holders, those who check out an item in the month of September, either in-person or via curbside pick-up, will also be entered to win.
Winners will be notified Sept. 30, 2021.
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Join us for the final Takeout Tuesdays of the summer at Dodge Park!
Enjoy local favorite food trucks each week on Tuesdays through August 31 from 5 - 8 p.m.
We will have a rotation of two to three food trucks on site for you to grab food from!
Upcoming Lineup:
August 24
- Go Cheez
- Street Salad Food Truck
- Captains Wood Fired Pizza
August 31
- Road Dogz
- Full Rack BBQ
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Interested in joining our team? The city of Sterling Heights is always looking for top talent to join our exceptional workforce. You can start by searching our current openings within our job portal.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer offering full-time, part-time and seasonal employment and contractual services, offering competitive salary and benefit packages including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Provider, Defined Contribution Pension, Deferred Compensation, Flexible Spending Accounts, paid time off, Compensatory Time, Paid Holidays and much more!
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Watch this week'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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