The government of Plymouth, Michigan operates under a council-manager form of governance. The City Commission, consisting of the mayor and other elected officials, sets policies and goals. The City Manager, appointed by the Commission, handles administration and daily operations.
This system combines political leadership with professional management, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and promoting merit-based decision-making. It contrasts with the “strong mayor” system, where the mayor has greater executive power. The City Commission includes several boards and commissions, providing diverse community representation and oversight.
News Summary Superior Township, MI, has enacted a new ordinance restricting the expansion of its water and sewer services to manage growth and development effectively. With a 5-1 vote during...
News Summary Northville Downs has faced a setback in its plans to build a new horse track in Plymouth Township after losing a legal battle. The U.S. District Court ruled...
News Summary The recent State of the Cities address in Farmington brought together over 400 residents to celebrate community achievements and future plans. Mayor Joe LaRussa highlighted the strong housing...
News Summary Wayne County Executive Warren Evans delivered his tenth annual State of the County address, highlighting a decade of progress centered on collaboration, fiscal responsibility, and community health initiatives....
News Summary Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, the Wayne County public health director, has resigned as he considers a run for the U.S. Senate seat soon to be vacated by Senator Gary...
News Summary Christopher Dean Baldwin, a Jackson resident, faces new stalking charges against Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and her wife, City Commissioner Alanna Maguire. After initial misdemeanor charges earlier...
News Summary A 73-year-old Florida man, Michael Shapiro, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for making threatening calls to the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR). His series of abusive...
News Summary Significant issues have arisen at Michigan’s only mental health hospital for children, the Hawthorn Center, prompting Senator Michael Webber to advocate for reform. Concerns include patient escapes, an...
News Summary The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has announced a major change to its immigration policy, modifying its collaboration with federal immigration officials. Effective February 25, this policy shift, led...
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