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Hazel Park mayor touts growth during State of the Cities address BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
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Madison Heights Mayor Roslyn Grafstein discussed major changes to her city’s zoning ordinance during her address March 14, and how the new policy streamlines business applications.
Madison Heights mayor celebrates businesses at State of the Cities BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
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Hazel Park Mayor Mike Webb spoke about a range of developments during his address March 14, ranging from new businesses and housing to grant-funded redevelopment projects.
HAZEL PARK — During her State of the Cities Address at Boozy’s Bar & Grill March 14, Madison Heights Mayor Roslyn Grafstein opened with the theme “Loving Our Businesses.” “I can’t think of a better focus,” Grafstein said at the event, which was organized by the Madison Heights/Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce, and also featured an address by Hazel Park Mayor Mike Webb. “Businesses are the backbone of our city. They fuel our economy, create jobs, shape vibrant spaces, and define our community’s character.” See MADISON on page 8A
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HAZEL PARK — Hazel Park hosted this year’s State of the Cities address at Boozy’s Bar & Grill March 14. Sponsored by the Madison Heights/ Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce, the event featured speeches by the mayors of both cities. “2024 was another exciting year for the city of Hazel Park, and we expect 2025 to be even better,” said Mike Webb, mayor of Hazel Park, in his address. “We welcomed new business, and watched existing businesses grow. We received hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants, and now, we’re working to put those funds to use to serve our residents.” He started by shining a spotlight on businesses new to Hazel Park, such as Kazkara Coffee Roasters, Luxe Perfumes, Phyx Performance Training, VIP Wear, Fresh Spin, Kids Caves Development Center, and more. He said that a popular food truck, The Grilled Wrap, has received site plan approval for a brick-and-mortar location on the South Chrysler service drive. Webb also noted the ongoing success of Mabel Gray, which was named
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