List of Boards & Commissions

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission considers, studies, and recommends citywide cultural programs.

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission's role is to promote public interest in the general improvement of the City's appearance.

Board of Code Appeals

The Board of Code Appeals hears appeals to City Building Code.

Board of Ordinance Appeals

The Ordinance Board of Appeals works to preserve property values through strict enforcement of maintenance standards.

Board of Review

The Board of Review meets quarterly to hear taxpayer appeals of the state equalized values and/or taxable values which the Assessing Office has placed on their properties.

Building Authority

The Building Authority oversees the construction and related payments of needed City facilities.

Citizens Advisory Committee

The Citizens Advisory Committee reviews projects to be funded by the Community Development Block Grant Fund.

Civil Service Commission, Act 78

The Civil Service Commission governs the testing for appointment, employment, and promotion of Police and Fire personnel.

commUNITY alliance

The commUNITY Alliance brings residents together to promote inclusion, break down barriers and ensure everyone feels welcome, respected, and safe in Sterling Heights.

Corridor Improvement Authority

This Board meets monthly and coordinates the improvement and redevelopment of the designated commercial corridor through the use of tax increment financing.

Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Author

The Brownfield Redevelopment Authority (BRA) supports redevelopment by leveraging brownfield incentives to revitalize underused or potentially contaminated properties.

Election Commission

The Election Commission oversees the provision of all necessary equipment for conducting an election.

Elected Officials' Compensation Commission

The Elected Officials Compensation Commission sets salaries for city elected officials.

Ethnic Community Committee

The Ethnic Community Committee serves as a forum for dealing with issues and concerns of the ethnic community in Sterling Heights.

Historical Commission

The Historical Commission promotes community heritage and works to protect and preserve local history.

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission oversees Schoenherr Towers and the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program.

Lakeside Corridor Improvement Authority Board

The Lakeside Corridor Improvement Authority contributes to the revitalization and improvement of the Lakeside area, particularly in the context of the redevelopment of Lakeside Shopping Center.

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees reviews and recommends long term goals, policies, and procedures in order to provide quality library services for all residents.

Local Development Finance Authority

The Local Development Finance Authority (LDFA) assists in the redevelopment and development of industrial property.

Pension Board - General Employees

Pension Board - Police and Fire

The Police & Fire Pension Board oversees the activities of the police and fire pension system.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission develops and adopts a Master Land Use Plan for the physical growth and development of the City, reviews and approves public development proposals, and develops and implements zoning and subdivision regulations.

Solid Waste Management Commission

The Solid Waste Management Commission reviews and updates the city's position regarding solid waste disposal activities.

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission advises city leadership on long-term goals, policies, and programs related to sustainability.

Water System Advisory Council

The Water System Advisory Council promotes public awareness and guidance on lead in drinking water, including lead service line replacement.

Youth Advisory Board

The Youth Advisory Board will serve to promote youth involvement in local government, increase civic engagement among youth, assist in development of new youth programs, and advise City Council and City Administration on youth and teen issues.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals hears and acts upon appeals on various zoning matters related to the development and use of land in the City and to provide ordinance interpretation.