At four paragraphs, Rochester Hills’ August 7 ballot proposal is lengthier than most. It’s also a bit more complex. Is it a tax increase, or isn’t it? If not now, is there the potential for a tax increase down the road? This year, more than ever, homework is required before entering the voting booth. The proposal is based on the recommendation of a citizen committee formed in 2007 to look for ways to address a structural deficit in police and road funding. Two dedicated police … [Read more...]
Applications still being accepted for ’12-’13 Rochester Hills Government Youth Council
April 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The City of Rochester Hills is now accepting applications through Friday, May 11, 2012, for consideration for membership on the 2012-2013 Rochester Hills Government Youth Council (RHGYC). The Rochester Hills City Council established the RHGYC to promote youth involvement in local government through active participation and the mutual exchange of ideas and experience. There are thirteen positions on the Youth Council, which include two representatives from each City Council district and five … [Read more...]
Ballot proposal seeks to amend Rochester Hills charter
November 1, 2011 by Leave a Comment
What is the proper use of a Rochester Hills city-owned park or green space? If you said recreation, relaxation and appreciation of nature, a group of residents hope you will vote ‘yes’ on a charter amendment proposal on the Nov. 8 ballot. Earlier this year, the leaders of some of the city’s homeowner associations got together to figure out how to protect city parks from unwanted development. The move came after city council voted to build a water reservoir in a city park located next to … [Read more...]
Stan Surratt Fires Back in Letter to the Editor
October 19, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Letter to the Editor Last week, the good citizens of Rochester were awakened by a phone call. Baton Rouge, Louisiana calling, with an unidentified political RoboCall alleging, I, and a “dozen local…political…fat-cats”, went on a “luxury junket” to Chicago in 2009…”Kwame Kilpatrick style”. These negative RoboCalls were filled with half-truths, innuendo, and out-right fabrication regarding a Downtown Development Authority (DDA) approved and budgeted trip to … [Read more...]
Rochester Hills Chooses Trip Brennan to replace his father on City Council
October 18, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The Rochester Hills City Council voted last night to replace the late J. Martin Brennan with his son Trip Brennan for the last month of his term. Councilman Michael Webber said, "Marty Brennan dedicated his life to public service. I can't think of a better way to honor him and the Brennan family than to appoint his son Trip Brennan to fill out the remaining time on Marty's term. I know that Councilman Trip Brennan will serve with distinction during this time, taking his experience as a leader … [Read more...]
Resident opinion- Let Trip Brennan finish out his Dad’s term in office
October 9, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Trip Brennan knows what it takes to sit on Rochester Hills City Council... having served on our Rochester Hills Government Youth Council (RHGYC). I and many residents in Rochester Hills have seen Trip Brennan in action... he's quite good and would do a excellent job filling that seat October 17th, 2011. Trip Brennan would only be allowed this one historic night; a new Rochester Hills City Council District 2 Representative will fill the position after the November 7th, 2011 election. As a former … [Read more...]
Rochester Hills Councilman, Marty Brennan Dies at age 58
October 7, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Hills City Councilman, Marty Brennan, passed away today after losing his battle against cancer. What was initially diagnosed as prostate cancer and then later named Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Marty served as councilman since 2007 and was well respected by his colleagues. He is survived by his wife and three children. From the City today: "The City of Rochester Hills is mourning the passing of City Council Member J. Martin Brennan, who served the City from 2007-2011. Councilman … [Read more...]
League to sponsor Rochester-area candidate forums November 8
September 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
The League of Women Voters Oakland Area will host three candidate forums in the Rochester area for the upcoming November 8 general election. On September 29, residents of the city of Rochester Hills will have the opportunity to meet the candidates running for mayor, city council at-large and District 2 seats. Reporters Kristin Bull and Annette Kingsbury and League member Mary Howarth will question the candidates. Residents may submit questions in advance to … [Read more...]
Rochester Hills Library Proposes Tax Increase
August 24, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Like most public entities, the Rochester Hills Public Library has seen its revenue stream decline in the last few years due to falling property values. So far, the belt tightening hasn’t affected services. “But now we’re to the bone,” said library director Christine Lind Hage. “We can’t keep going on like this.” The library is owned by the Rochester Hills Library Board and receives tax revenue from the cities of Rochester, Rochester Hills and Oakland Township. Residents of … [Read more...]
