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Auto supplier Gestamp gets state incentives for new plant in Chesterfield Twp.
An international automotive supplier is getting state support for a project that will bring a new plant and hundreds of jobs to Chesterfield Township. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation recently announced new incentives for Gestamp, a Spanish company with its North American headquarters founded in Troy. Gestamp North America Inc. is planning expansions at three of its Michigan manufacturing operations in Mason, Lapeer and Chelsea. The new 460,000-square-foot factory on Sierra Drive, near 23 Mile and South Foster roads in Chesterfield Township, will help to further serve new OEM business and expand the company’s presence in the state, the MEDC said.
Macomb County officials on new project: 'It's more than just a jail'
The first demolition smashes crashed Friday into the wall of the Macomb County Jail annex, with more than a dozen wide swings each from County Executive Mark Hackel and Sheriff Anthony Wickersham. Wielding sledgehammers emblazoned with the words "Macomb County" on the handles and sporting black Sheriff's Office hard hats and dark sunglasses,...
Ray Township voters to decide on fire station proposal
Ray Township voters will weigh in on the need for a new fire station during the Aug. 6 primary, as well vote in contested races for supervisor and trustee. The bond proposal asks voters if Ray Township shall borrow a sum not to exceed $5.5 million, and issue unlimited tax general obligation bonds in one or more series. These would be payable within 21 years from the date of issue.
Three vie for two Cottrellville Township trustee seats
Cottrellville Township voters will decide between two Republican candidates for supervisor and three Republican candidates for two trustee positions in the Aug. 6 primary election. Greg Abbey is challenging incumbent Mary Agnes Simons for the position of supervisor. Both of the two township board positions are up for election this...
Residents raise questions about Northview/Stump sewer project
MOUNT VERNON — Two Northview Drive property owners raised questions about the Northview/Stump sewer project during city council’s July 8 meeting. The project involves running sanitary sewer and water lines. The neighborhood is in Clinton Township. Property owners Robert Beck and Karen Lee questioned the sewer part of...
Duke Dunn, Joi Torello once again vying for District 4 county board seat
A former official out of Marysville is coming back for a seat he lost two years ago in the Republican primary next month for District 4 of the St. Clair County Board of Commissioners. Joi Torello, a one-term incumbent from Port Huron Township, initially beat Henry “Duke” Dunn in the...
Marine City Commission approves contracts for water main, plant upgrades
Marine City Commissioners on July 11 approved bids and contracts for a Drinking Water State Revolving Fund project. “We had two bids that were solicited,” City Manager Scott Adkins said. “Bids were received here on June 26, opened, reviewed, and we have thus a recommendation from our consulting engineers in regards to this project and some specific resolutions that are required by (the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy).”
Armada Township supervisor, treasurer, trustee races contested in primary
In a solidly Republican political primary, Armada Township’s Aug. 6 election will be a key race for supervisor, treasurer and trustee seats. The Voice sent a request for information to each candidate in a contested race. Responses were limited to 75 words per question. Trustee candidate Steve Arnold did not respond.
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