“This new structure — our structure — has allowed us to challenge ourselves, seize opportunities, and plan for the future,” Hackel said. “And because of that, I believe Macomb County is today stronger than ever. We are stronger because we have built this movement with everybody. And I believe this is the mindset that helped us transform Macomb County.”
Hackel highlighted the following areas:
Fixing finances
Promoting place
Protecting quality of life
Building a competitive economy
Investing in infrastructure
Prioritizing public safety, public health and education
For finances, Hackel highlighted the $13.5 million budget deficit that existed when the county’s charter took effect, as well as an unfunded retiree health care liability
Hackel discussed advancements in quality of life and the local economy, among them:
Enhancements to waterways like Lake St. Clair and county’s overall tree canopy, which through partnerships and funding secured by Green Macomb, has seen an additional 200,000 plantings in the last 10 years
Macomb’s $56.4 billion GDP. For comparison, 15 years ago, the county had a $33 billion economy.
Hackel’s final points focused on public safety and public health, highlighting the Central Intake and Assessment Center, the Marine Sheriff facility and services offered through the Health Department, Senior Services and Community Mental Health. He also celebrated progress at Macomb County Animal Control.
Hackel closed by reiterating the power of partnerships and collaboration, and how this approach will continue to transform the county.
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