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21727 John R • Hazel Park • pizzaconnectionjohnr.com DECEMBER 17, 2025 • Vol. 44, No. 26
Madison Heights shows financial strength in audit, award
HONORING THE FALLEN LEFT: The Metro Detroit Police and Fire Pipes and Drums group performs during the Project Blue Light ceremony honoring fallen first responders at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Hazel Park Dec. 2. Their performance included a poignant rendition of “Amazing Grace.” BELOW: At one point during the ceremony, the ceiling lights were switched off in the church, and the sanctuary was illuminated by the glow of blue and red candles held by the audience.
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
Photos by Liz Carnegie
MADISON HEIGHTS — In a sign of good financial health, the city of Madison Heights recently received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association. “This award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting and reflects the professionalism and dedication of our finance director and team,” City Manager Melissa Marsh said in an email. “It recognizes that Madison Heights has strong financial policies, a transparent and well-organized budget process, and a commitment to longterm planning.” Specifically, the city of Madison Heights earned top marks in categories such as strategic goals, priorities and issues; financial policies; debt and capital planning; and supplemental data and explanations. All other categories were rated “proficient,” which means the budget meets or exceeds nationally-recognized best practices. Marsh said the city’s budgeting process begins each fall with a strategic planning session where the See AUDIT on page 8A
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