Auburn Hills Review Vol. 21 No. 4 (Winter 2014) | Page 10

Page 10 ■ Auburn Hills Review Community Development Community Development City of Auburn Hills Community Development 1827 N. Squirrel Road Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326 The Community Development Department strives to strengthen the City's position as a thriving global business center, while working closely with our neighborhoods to enhance the vitality and livability of the community for Auburn Hills' citizens. Phone: 248-364-6900 Fax: 248-364-6939 Whether you plan to build your corporate headquarters here or renovate your home, our staff will walk you through the City's permitting processes step by step. It is our goal to eliminate unnecessary bureaucratic red tape and help you meet your construction deadlines. That's the Auburn Hills Advantage! Business Hours: Monday – Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Department consists of an experienced team of professionals representing five integrated divisions: Planning and Zoning, Economic Development, Environmental Protection, Building Services, and Code Enforcement. Clinton River Watershed Council Volunteer Project Seeks to Protect and Enhance Clinton River Watershed By Shawn Keenan Water Resources Manager On the clear sunny day of September 21, 2013, a group of 20 volunteers from First United Methodist Church of Troy, OHM Advisors, communities around Southeast Michigan and even all the way from Meridian, Idaho converged on stretch of the Clinton River from River Woods Park to the City’s Skate Park. The group of dedicated volunteers worked together to remove over 15 bags of garbage; cleared a large amount of branches, limbs and other woody debris from the river and the river’s edge; and removed one logjam throughout the one-half mile stretch of river traversing along and between the two parks. This annual clean-up effort not only helps keep our river clean but also helps prevent erosion and allows the Clinton River to flow more freely. In addition to improving the environment, this was an excellent opportunity for people to work as a team towards a common goal that benefits the entire community. It is this type of dedication and enthusiasm that has made the Clinton River Clean-up so successful. Many people who live, work, play and visit Auburn Hills are beginning to realize the beautiful river system that exists right in the heart of our Downtown. The extraordinary effort these volunteers contributed this year will allow people to better enjoy the river while fishing, kayaking, canoeing, or sightseeing. The City of Auburn Hills would like to send out a special thank you to all the volunteers who participated in this year’s clean-up effort. ■