Our Good News Story, by Mayor Barnett

“People still love a good story, and I don't think that will change.” Those are the words of Robert Iger, Executive Chairman of Disney, who retires at the end of 2021. Everyone who knows me knows my love for Disney and my admiration for Mr. Iger as a leader. He’s had a great run.  We share a love for good stories: Telling them, hearing them and experiencing them.  And now, as another year closes, we have an opportunity to add to our own story – to reflect on our immediate … [Read more...]

Auburn Road and Innovation Hills Park Recognized for Exceptional Design

Rochester Hills Receives Statewide Awards for 2019 Capital Investments The City of Rochester Hills was recently presented with two Awards of Excellence by the Michigan Concrete Association (MCA). Both the reconstruction of Auburn Road and Innovation Hills were recognized for their high-quality workmanship, outstanding decorative concrete finishes, and superior aesthetic design demonstrated in the finished product. Each year, MCA recognizes the best concrete projects and presents awards … [Read more...]

Mayor Barnett Touts City’s Preparation for the Future

Mayor Highlights Major Investments in Quality of Life at Community Outlook Breakfast Celebrating another year of success in Rochester Hills, Mayor Bryan K. Barnett shared some of the city’s national accomplishments during a 30-minute press conference, followed by joining a panel discussion to over 300 community leaders, business owners and local representatives. This annual Community Outlook Breakfast, hosted by the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce, was once again the platform Mayor … [Read more...]

Rochester Hills Hosts Design Open House

Residents Invited to Shape the Future of the Auburn Road Corridor On Monday, October 10, the City of Rochester Hills will host a Design Open House for the Auburn Road Corridor. This open house builds upon the ideas that residents and businesses shared at a initial design open house in May. The Auburn Road Corridor is located on Auburn Road from Culbertson Avenue to Dequindre Rd through the Brooklands neighborhood. “Engaging residents in the planning process allows our team to ensure that … [Read more...]

City Officials Encourage Residents to Share Their Vision

Rochester Hills Seeks Community Input for Future Development The City of Rochester Hills is embarking on a planning study for the Auburn Road Corridor. This area is also referred to as Olde Towne or the Brooklands (from Culbertson Ave. to Dequindre Rd.) The city is looking for residents to share their thoughts and opinions to help this area become a vibrant business district. This ten minute survey is available online at www.surveymonkey.com/r/RochHills. "Having residential feedback is … [Read more...]