The FESC is an important steward of the City’s environmental values and goals, and its members…Read More have performed valuable education programming and environmental policy support on behalf of all Ferndale residents. It was clear, however, the FESC and the city needed to revisit the mission and vision to make sure the group was focused on activities that could make the greatest impact.
I worked with the FESC to brainstorm a new mission and purpose ideas with members and helped rewrite the draft ordinance in a collaborative effort with FESC and city staff. I'm happy to say we've made steady progress; last night the city manager and I met with FESC members to review the new ordinance language, and the group's renewel request will come to council on June 24th. Together, we had a great meeting and I believe FESC members are excited about the clearer alignment between FESC interests and the City’s environmental goals. Yes, it did take a bit longer than anticipated, but in the end I believe we'll have a stronger direction for FESC for years to come.
Here is a great idea: Let's not have the city automatically water its lawns after two days of rain.…Read More That would save water, reduce costs, and not contribute to increased storm water runoff.
The South Oakland Family YMCA is hosting a FREE Adult Health Fair - Get Healthy at the Y - on…Read More Thursday, June 6 from 10am - 1pm. Free diabetes Screenings - Free Blood Pressure Checks - Free Massages. There will be free exercise session and 5 different speakers. Free lunch will be provided. 20 vendors will be present - chance to win a free 3 month membership to the Y. 1016 W. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI