Rochester Hills Youth Council Accepting New Applications

The City Of Rochester Hills recently announced that applications for the 2021-2022 Government Youth Council are now being accepted.  Rochester Hills Youth Council For over 17 years, young people in Rochester Hills have been sitting on the Council dais sharing their experiences and getting an up close look at local government. The 15 students on the youth council represent each City Council district and are currently in grades 9th - 12th.  “Youth Council has helped me better … [Read more...]

Rochester Hills Government Youth Council Supports the Assistance League

Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan is grateful for a donation of $8,100 from the Rochester Hills Government Youth Council. Sixteen Rochester Hills high-school students comprise the council that held a charitable 5K run/walk to benefit Assistance League’s philanthropic programs that clothe, feed, educate and comfort infants, children and adults in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties. “We are so thankful to be chosen by this remarkable group of teens who have recognized the needs … [Read more...]

Fun and Entertainment at the Rochester Hills State of the City Address with VIDEO

Record Crowd of 600 Hears Diverse Stories of Growth and Success Mayor Bryan K. Barnett delivered his 11th State of the City address at Rochester Adams High School on April 10 to a record crowd of over 600. Guests zoomed over the red carpet, past the welcoming Rochester Hills Government Youth Council, and into the auditorium to here about the success of the city, as well as to be entertained by dancing, skits, musical numbers, and pyrotechnics. Inspired by the influence Rochester Hills … [Read more...]

Councilman Tisdel to Seek Second Term for Rochester Hills City Council

On Wednesday, current Rochester Hills City Councilman Mark Tisdel announced via press release that he is excited to officially announce his campaign to seek a second term on the city council. “It is with great pride that I announce my reelection campaign for Rochester Hills City Council At-Large,” stated Tisdel. Since being elected in 2011, Tisdel has served on the Older Persons’ Commission Governing Board, has introduced the Summer Golf Scholarship program, and was recently appointed to … [Read more...]

Lace up your sneakers for the upcoming 5k benefiting the Boys & Girls Club

Grab your family and a few friends and get ready to jog on Saturday, June 15 at Bloomer Park for this year’s Rochester Hills Government Youth Council 5k run/walk. Beaumont Health System and Sola Life & Fitness have joined with the Council to host the fifth race, which will take place from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Each year, the Council chooses a beneficiary to receive the 5k proceeds, Mary Jo Pachla of the Council said, and the Boys & Girls Club of Troy has been selected again, and is the … [Read more...]

Applications still being accepted for ’12-’13 Rochester Hills Government Youth Council

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...]

Youth Council Sponsors 5K Run For Charity

The RHGYC is sponsoring a 5k Run/Walk to benefit the Rochester Area Neighborhood House on Saturday, June 18, 2011 at Bloomer Park, located at the north end of John R Road north of Avon Road.  The 5k Run/Walk will wind through the park’s scenic cross-country trails.  This year’s fun run/walk event will be chip timed. The Rochester Area Neighborhood House (RANH) recognizes the basic needs of residents in crisis and responds with emotional and financial assistance.  Founded in faith, RANH … [Read more...]