Survey of Fish in Clinton River Boasts 21 Species
We also attribute this success to the actions undertaken by our residents and businesses to keep pollutants out of our local rivers, lakes, streams, and storm drains.
Huntington Woods Seeking Applicants for Anti-Racism and Sustainability Committees
The City is accepting applications for qualified volunteers interested in serving on our Anti-Racism Advisory Committee (ARAC) and Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee (ESAC).
SEMCOG Grants Include Rain Garden and Bioswale in Southfield and Other Local Projects
SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, has awarded $900,000 to 10 local projects through the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Implementation Program.
ReLeaf Michigan Seeking Applicants for Community Tree Plantings
Spring is right around the corner, and ReLeaf Michigan is excited to get out and start planting trees!
Making the Call for Ozone Action Days: How the Decision Happens, and Why
When an area does meet the requirements for having an Ozone Action Day the public is notified through weather reports on the television and radio as well as in local newspapers.
July 19 Declared an Ozone Action Day
“As warm temperatures escalate, we can all help by avoiding things that lead to additional ozone formation,” said Amy O’Leary, SEMCOG Executive Director.
Southfield Wins Award for Tamarack Creek Restoration Project
The city of Southfield partnered with the Alliance of Rouge Communities (ARC) and the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) to restore Tamarack Creek Stream & Wetland.
Royal Oak Residents Can Participate in No Mow May
Royal Oak Residents Can Participate in No Mow May (City of Royal Oak, May 13, 2022) The Royal Oak City Commission voted on May 9, 2022 to support NO MOW MAY. The NO MOW MAY movement’s goal is to allow grass (and dandelions) to grow to help pollinators with habitats and increase the number of…
Picking Up Trash Part of Pack 291’s Visit to Orion’s Camp Agawam
Dunlap added that scouting “teaches them life skills they wouldn’t learn anywhere else,” and that making time to come to Camp Agawam to clean “teaches them how to be selfless.”
Ferndale Reviews $7.5 Million in Building Needs, Creating Task Force to Prioritize
“This is the beginning of a series of long and difficult discussion for the community,” Mayor Piana said.
Saturday is an Ozone Action Day, What That Means and How to Help
Saturday, June 5 is the second Ozone Action day of the year in Southeast Michigan.
State Announces Invasive Species Prevention Grants, Including Oakland County
CISMA projects include enhanced education and outreach, technical assistance to landowners, and survey and treatment of high-priority invasive species.
Students’ Environmental Art Featured on Water Resource Calendars
Calendars are available to order online at www.oakgov.com/water
Calendar Showcases Southfield’s Beauty…
Taylor’s photos as well as scenes from other local photographers were included in the City of Southfield 2021 calendar.
Ferndale Declares Climate Crisis, Takes Path of Assessment and Action
The resolution also calls for the City to “implement at least two economically viable renewable energy or energy efficiency projects, policies, and practices annually now until 2030,
County Moves Towards Foreclosure… Including Toxic Site in Madison Heights
Meisner is notifying the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy that Oakland County has an environmentally-contaminated site subject to property tax forfeiture
MML#5: Officials Learn about SEMCOG Water Resources Plan
MML#5: Officials Learn about SEMCOG Water Resources Plan (Crystal A. Proxmire, Nov. 4, 2018) Grand Rapids, MI- Water can mean different things to different people depending on the context. To some, the value of lakes, rivers, streams, and wetlands is measured in terms of the environmental impact. To others the threat of flooded basements and…
Gas Station Believed to be Source of Fuel Spill in Sylvan Lake
Gas Station Believed to be Source of Fuel Spill in Sylvan Lake (Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, Sept. 3, 2018) Sylvan Lake, MI- Deputies assigned to the Oakland County Marine Unit responded to Sylvan Lake on the report of a large amount of fuel that had covered portions of the lake’s surface. Residents living on Sylvan…
MML #2: Health & Cost Considerations in Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Changes
MML #2: Health & Cost Considerations in Proposed Lead and Copper Rule Changes (Crystal A. Proxmire, April 2, 2018) Lansing, MI – In response to the Flint water crisis, the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality is revising the lead and copper rule that determines the levels of permissible contamination. The rule, which has not…
RRRASOC Shares Advice on How to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
RRRASOC Shares Advice on How to Reduce, Reuse and Recycle (RRRASOC, March 6, 2018) Southfield, MI – Resource Recovery and Recycling Authority of Southwest Oakland County (RRRASOC) recently sent out tips to residents for how to “reduce, reuse and recycle” more. Here’s what they had to say: Three great ways to help reduce the amount…