MACOMB COUNTY
County Administration
One South Main Street
Mt. Clemens
586-469-5100
https://www.macombgov.org/location/ADMINISTRATION%20BUILDING
Chamber of Commerce
49 Macomb Place
Mt. Clemens
586-493-7600
http://macombcountychamber.com/
Located in the northeastern portion of the Detroit Metropolitan region lies Macomb County, one of the smallest of Michigan’s 83 counties but ranking among the largest in population. The county’s strategic location within 500 miles of half the nation’s population combines with rich land resources to attract top employers in manufacturing and service sectors. Other advantages include a sound infrastructure, vast expanses of prime land ready for development, close proximity to major markets and suppliers, favorable tax structure, and a highly skilled workforce.
Manufacturing is the county’s leading industry, with managerial and professional fields representing 20 percent of the total job market. Industrial development is encouraged and supported. In fact, 4,000 acres have already been designated for that purpose, and the county assumes a leading role in Michigan’s eminence as the nation’s largest exporter to Canada. Thousands of manufacturing firms and an impressive number of Fortune 100 facilities are now located in this region. Two major interstate highways connect Macomb County to the rest of the state and ultimately to the nation, while access to Interstate 75 is offered by connecting routes on Interstate 696 and State Route 59.
Services
Macomb County schools are recognized for academic, athletic, and extra-curricular achievements including band, chorus, orchestra, art, drama, journalism, and sports competition. A strong core curriculum is enhanced by programs for the gifted and challenged. Higher education opportunities are waiting just beyond the front doorstep at Macomb Community College, where students can select a program of study from more than 120 degree-related disciplines. The college opened its University Center in 1991 as a convenience for county residents seeking a bachelor’s degree. The center offers a variety of degree programs in partnership with Central Michigan University, Oakland University, University of Detroit-Mercy, Walsh College, and Wayne State University.
Healthcare facilities are also well represented throughout Macomb County, where respected hospitals provide quality outpatient services, a wide range of medical specialists, and state-of-the-art diagnostics and treatment. St. Joseph Mercy Hospital maintains campuses in Mt. Clemens and Clinton Township. Warren is home to the Bi-County Hospital and Saint John Macomb Hospital, Mt. Clemens offers Mt. Clemens General Hospital, and Harrison Township is the location for another Saint John’s campus known as North Shores Hospital. Among the specialized resources is Kern Hospital for podiatry care.
Lifestyle
Macomb County consists of 27 municipalities and includes some of the largest communities in the state, including Warren, Sterling Heights, and Clinton Township. Diversity of lifestyles and settings draw a wide range of newcomers to the region’s villages, cities, townships, and rural expanses. Colorful festivals, farmer’s markets, wonderful views, lifetime friendships, and wholesome family living are just a few of the treasures that make Macomb County such a desirable place to live, play, and work. The Macomb Center for the Performing Arts is celebrated as one of the finest facilities in the Midwest. Located on the Center Campus of Macomb Community College, this point of community pride presents a continuous season of first-rate performing and visual arts.
Superb outdoor recreational facilities are crowned by 31 miles of shoreline. Lake St. Clair is considered a world-class freshwater boating and marine center. In fact, Macomb County has earned distinction as a premier boating capital, offering nearly 100 public and private marinas with slips that accommodate 10,000 boats. Other recreational resources include 6,500 acres of parkland that encompass two metroparks and a variety of community lakefront parks. Nearly 30 public and private golf courses dot the county, many of which provide year-round pleasure as cross-country ski areas when the snow falls. Downhill skiing, sledding, ice-skating, swimming, tennis, hiking, cycling, fishing, hunting, nature study, camping, horseback riding — newcomers can choose from a kaleidoscope of outdoor activity and relaxation.
Residential areas offer a combination of elegant, established properties and newer construction of single-family homes in planned developments. Within the heart of town, vintage homes in quiet neighborhoods along tree-shaded streets harmonize with historic buildings, community gazebos, charming town centers, and quaint shopping districts. Luxury condominium complexes are available, often graced by waterfront views. From outstanding recreational amenities to a dynamic cultural community, Macomb County offers its newcomers a superb quality of life.
Clinton Township
Township Hall
586-286-8000
www.clintontownship.com
Chamber of Commerce
586-493-7600
http://macombcountychamber.com/
While the designation of “township” is often associated with images of vast rural expanses dotted by homes and farms, Clinton is the most populated town in Michigan. In response to residential growth and expansion, civic leaders have planned and developed exciting new educational and recreational resources. In fact, Clinton Township is viewed as a leader in amenity development by neighboring communities. Quality public schools and Macomb Community College’s Center Campus provide educational advantages for local and regional residents. The Clinton River meanders through this Detroit suburb, leading to Lake St. Clair and opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. Golf courses combine with a system of multi-purpose paths along the Metropolitan Parkway. A new historic park celebrating the construction of the Clinton and Kalamzaoo Canal in the 1840s is the latest addition to an impressive network of community parks. While single-family homes predominate, a number of attractive condominium communities are also available.
Macomb Township
Township Hall
586-992-0710
www.macomb-mi.gov
Chamber of Commerce
586-493-7600
http://macombcountychamber.com/
Macomb Township features large residential subdivisions surrounded by rural farmland and generous expanses of rolling countryside, leaving the majority of this quiet, peaceful community free from urban development. This intermingling of tranquil agricultural land with beautiful subdivisions has made Macomb Township one of the most desirable locations in the Detroit metropolitan area. Nearly all of the residential and commercial development has been concentrated along State Route 59, the southern boundary of the township. This thoroughfare connects Interstate 94 in eastern Macomb County with Interstate 96 in Livingston County, adding to the convenience of township living. Macomb Township is centrally located within the county, offering residents easy access to Detroit, Sterling Heights, and Lake St. Clair. Lakeside Mall is just south of the township, and Metro Beach Metropark is located about 10 miles southeast. The township boasts several golf courses and driving ranges with its boundaries. The Berz Macomb Airport serves the community with commuter flights, freight services, and private aircraft facilities, making the township a popular location for private pilots.
New Baltimore
City Hall
586-725-2151
https://www.cityofnewbaltimore.org/
Chamber of Commerce
586-725-5148
www.anchorbaychamber.com
The City of New Baltimore is located on the north coastline of Lake St. Clair, along the boundary line between Macomb and St. Clair counties. The community is approximately six miles north of Mount Clemens. Newcomers will discover a picturesque town on the waterfront that maintains its own recreational beach and public park. The downtown shopping district creates a convenient lifestyle, although the city is economically supported by its close proximity to the Detroit metropolitan area. Interstate 94 is available just outside the city limits, ensuring quick and easy commuter access to regional employment centers and attractions. Locally, the Grand Pacific House Museum showcases the history of the Anchor Bay region.
Romeo Village, Bruce Township, Ray Township
Romeo Village Hall
586-752-3565
Bruce Twp Hall
586-752-4585
www.brucetwp.org
Ray Twp Hall
586-749-5171
www.raytwp.org
Chamber of Commerce
586-752-4436
www.rwchamber.com
Just 90 minutes northeast of Detroit is the historic Village of Romeo, serving as the retail center and cultural heartbeat of surrounding townships including Ray, Bruce and Washington. Located at the periphery of the rapid development in northern Macomb County, Romeo provides a central hub of urban amenities for the agricultural community of farms and orchards gracing the countryside. As you might expect, old-world charm prevails throughout the village. Single-family homes predominate, although some apartments and multi-family housing complex are available for maintenance-free living. Homes that vary in architectural style, age, and price range enjoy the quaint backdrop of century-and-a-half old museum houses, the blacksmith shop, historic cemetery, large old shade trees, and authentic brick walkways. The public schools that serve the area also provide the community with a number of recreational facilities that include a swimming pool. Lush parks with picnic areas, athletic and sports fields, tennis courts, community centers, and a fitness/hiking track are also available for relaxation or exercise.
St. Clair Shores
City Hall
586-445-5200
www.ci.saint-clair-shores.mi.us
Chamber of Commerce
810-329-2962
https://www.stclairchambermi.com/
Locals will tell you that one of the main attractions to St. Clair is the ideal location, just 25 miles northeast of Detroit and 35 miles northeast of Wayne County’s Detroit Metropolitan Airport. Commuter bus service adds to the convenience of “Shores” living. One of the most well known of the county shoreline municipalities, this area’s thriving economy is largely based on the boating industry. Home to six marinas, lakefront parks, and beaches, St. Clair Shores holds a special appeal for boat owners and water-sport enthusiasts. Local parks are regarded as some of the finest in the region, from the waterfront to neighborhood play areas, while ice-skating rinks and a community swimming pool ensure four-season fun. An active cultural community fills the year’s calendar with outstanding theatrical and musical performances, and area youth receive an excellent public school education. Newcomers will discover a diversity of housing options, with lovely homes in settings that range from quiet, tree-lined streets in the heart of town to luxurious waterfront properties.
Shelby Township
Township Hall
586-731-5100
www.shelbytwp.org
Chamber of Commerce
586-731-5400
http://www.shelbyareachamber.com/
Known for its scenic beauty, Shelby Township provides many larger single-family homes on generous lots. Newcomers who are looking for an idyllic environment will discover a number of attractive subdivisions that feature the natural beauty of man-made lakes and heavily wooded property. This rapidly growing area provides a rare quality of life with award-winning and magnificent grounds, the relaxed pace and luxurious acreage of rural living, and close proximity to major population centers. State Route 59 ensures an efficient link to nearby Utica and Sterling Heights. Recreational opportunities for Shelby Township residents are outstanding, enhanced by accessibility to state and local parklands. Hiking, cycling, rock-climbing, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, boating, camping, and even downhill skiing are available in a number of convenient locations throughout southeastern Michigan. Among the local highlights are the Heritage Gardens, Mae Stecker Park, Whispering Woods Park, Stony Creek Metropark, and the premier 1,200-acre River Bends Park.
Sterling Heights
City Hall
586-446-CITY
www.sterling-heights.net
Chamber of Commerce
586-731-5400
http://www.shrcci.com/
Ranking among the state’s largest cities, Sterling Heights is quietly forging its own niche as a dynamic, progressive center of population, business, and commerce. Municipal programs and services are recognized for governmental excellence by national, state, and regional agencies. A leader in the environmental movement, Sterling Heights has established several recycling centers and provides for curbside collection of many waste products. The immense Lakeside Mall is located in Sterling Heights, complemented by innumerable restaurants, cafes, shops, plazas, and wonderful entertainment spots. Opportunities abound for sports and outdoor activity in 20 parks and first-rate recreational facilities. Programs for all ages combine with Clinton River, golf courses, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness trails, play areas, natural ice-skating areas, sports fields, and league sports to provide quality options. Housing choices range from affordable, well-kept homes lining tree-shaded streets to the luxury of contemporary estates on heavily wooded lots. The community is home to the Macomb University Center of Macomb Community College and the Sterling Center of Wayne State University.
Utica
City Hall
586-739-1600
www.cityofutica.org
Chamber of Commerce
586-731-5400
http://www.shrcci.com/
Once a quiet, tree-lined residential community, Utica now serves as a commercial hub for the northern metropolitan communities. The Utica Historical District features elegant, lovingly restored 19th century homes that are located just a few blocks from the downtown area. Fine examples of Italianate architecture grace many of the downtown structures, which are already the focal point of renovations as the city accommodates continued growth and expansion. The “Pioneer City” claims three active business centers and lovely neighborhoods of mature homes shaded by large, old trees. Recent cityscape enhancements range from new plazas and lush parks to roadside landscaping. Although Utica shares many of its services and facilities with the larger district of Shelby Township, residents also take advantage of the shopping, cultural, and entertainment attractions in nearby Sterling Heights. Local and regional parks combine with the attractions throughout the southeastern corridor for residents of Utica, served by Interstates 94 and 75 as well as commuter bus.
Warren
City Hall
586-574-4526
www.cityofwarren.org
Chamber of Commerce
586-493-7600
http://macombcountychamber.com/
Rich in culture and history, Warren is a sprawling suburban community northeast of Detroit that ranks among Michigan’s largest cities. Impressive engineering and automotive manufacturing sites combine with a number of high-tech support industries for diversified economy. The presence of the South Campus for Macomb Community College provides opportunities for higher education that are enhanced by affiliations with several universities that offer four-year degrees. Wonderful libraries, a wealth city parks, acres of playgrounds, athletic fields, fitness trails, concert facilities, and swimming pools combine with a strong cultural community to ensure first-rate activities. Local highlights include the symphony orchestra and concert band, or fascinating venues like the Ukranian Cultural Center complex. The major north-south roads through the city are lined with commercial and industrial complexes that conceal serene, well-preserved neighborhoods. Dominating the residential scene are brick homes graced by well-landscaped lawns and shaded by large old trees. Also available are newer homes in a variety of architectural styles as well as townhouse and condominium complexes.
Washington Township
Township Hall
586-786-0012
www.washingtontownship.org
Chamber of Commerce
586-752-4436
www.rwchamber.com
Washington Township offers residential development against a pastoral background of large farms, orchards, roadside markets, cider mills, antique shops, and a petting farm. Old-fashioned fun like hayrides and historic tours combine with first-rate recreational amenities and half-million-dollar estates in this land of contrasts. Professionals and young families are drawn to Washington for its blend of comfortable country living in residential developments that offer open green space or wooded lots. The 1860 Octagon House stands as an icon of early history, serving as a metaphor for a community that creates a bridge between yesterday and tomorrow. Stony Creek Metropark occupies 2,000 acres within the township, anchoring a number of recreational amenities including swimming pools, play areas, tennis courts, and athletic fields. The 600-acre lake is ideal for swimmers, anglers, and boaters as well as winter sports enthusiasts. Even though Washington Township has been swept into the population growth sprawling from Detroit, small-town pleasures like concerts in the park or wonderful fairs and festivals remain a part of daily life.
