Tentative figures released for Oakland County’s move to Pontiac offices

Officials initially suggested that between 500 and 600 employees with public-facing jobs would make the move. Friday’s letter listed 731 staff, including the Board of Commissioners, that are likely to move to the Ottawa Tower II.

05/18/2024

Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society celebrates 150th annual meeting

Society board members, including County Commissioner Gwen Markham of Novi, have a lot planned to celebrate sesquicentennial anniversary.

05/17/2024

Oakland County and SMART Launch Pilot Program Providing Free Transit for Veterans and Dependents

The veterans transportation program will offer free rides throughout Oakland County from June 1 to Aug. 31.

05/16/2024 1:33 PM

Oakland County Retains AAA/Aaa Bond Ratings on Sewage Improvement Project in Pontiac

The bond rating agencies cited the county’s strong management in assigning it the highest credit score.

05/13/2024 4:14 PM

Oakland County economy logs nearly full recovery from pandemic, with more growth in forecast

05/09/2024 12:18 PM

Moderate outlook for Oakland County’s short-term economic future

Commissioner Michael Spisz, an Oxford Republican who leads the minority caucus, was pleased by the report; and County Commission Chair David T. Woodward said economic investments create opportunities.

05/09/2024

Oakland County residents can get up to $2,000 to avoid water shutoffs, fix leaks

05/08/2024 9:42 AM

Oakland County's boom in tech jobs to continue 2025-26, say U-M experts in annual forecast

Oakland County Commissioner David T. Woodward said federal ARPA funds will help to rebuild metro Detroit's manufacturing base and that small manufacturers won't need to reach overseas for obtaining parts.

05/08/2024

Oakland County teams with United Way for Southeastern Michigan to launch water affordability program

Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash, joined by Oakland County Executive David Coulter; Oakland County Commissioner Ann Erickson Gault; State Sen. Stephanie Chang; and Darienne Driver Hudson, CEO, United Way for Southeastern Michigan; unveiled the Hardship Assistance Program.

05/08/2024

Madison Heights seeks federal funding for road repairs

Businesses on Avis Drive have written letters of support, along with Madison Heights residents serving on the city Planning Commission, and County Commissioner Ann Erickson Gault, who represents Madison Heights, Hazel Park and a portion of Troy.

05/07/2024