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Armada, (ar-MAY-dah), is located in northern Macomb County in Armada Township, at the junction of North and Armada Center Roads. Armada is particularly known regionally and state-wide for celebrating the Armada Fair, always one week before the Michigan State Fair, usually falling on the third weekend in August. Its high rating by travel associations has been earned by this small town

Located in the northwest corner of Macomb County, Bruce Township is bordered by Oakland County to the west, Lapeer County to the north, Washington Township to the south and Armada Township to the east. Organized in 1833, Bruce Township has retained its rural, agricultural based character. Growth has been steady. Bruce Township

Center Line is 1.7 square miles and is located in Macomb County. Center Line was incorporated into a village in 1925 and as a city in 1936. The St. Clement Church Bell Tower is a landmark of Center Line. There is also the Center Line Memorial Park, the recreation center and one public library. Center Line got its name from being between two major Indian Trails in the 1840

On July 22, 1782 David Zeisberger and his followers founded the first settlement in Clinton Township. He described the site of "New Gnadenhutten" in his diary, "founded on this side of the river a fine place to lay out a town on a height ... between the river and the height, there are many springs with many separate little brooks that flow into the river and have exceedingly good water. The land on the site of the town is so sandy ... the lowlands are very rich with heavy timber. We chose this place before all others for our town site ... heavily laden boats can go even to the fork, a half-mile higher up ... and canoes can go much further. We are glad and thankful to have found such a good and healthy a spot for a town site nothing was lacking. We found traces that long ago an Indian town must have stood on this place."

Eastpointe is an excellent residential community of high quality predominantly brick homes, most of which were constructed during the past 30-40 years and are well maintained. There are ample shopping areas, business and professional establishments within and near the city to serve its residents well. Eastpointe is conveniently located to downtown Detroit, as well as to large industrial and manufacturing areas in the cities of Warren and Sterling Heights. Lake St. Clair, Metropolitan Beach and other recreational facilities are also nearby.

The village was founded in 1857 by Alex Fraser and was given a post office on June 14, 1860. Fraser and Leonard Scott were the first postmasters. The office was closed on September 13, 1860. It was later restored (September 22, 1860), with Mr. Scott again its postmaster. For the pioneer settler William McPherson, the post office was renamed McPhersonville, on October 15, 1860 and changed back to Fraser on January 13, 1863. When the Grand Trunk Railroad came through a quarter of a mile from the post office in 1865, its station was named Fraser. This village was incorporated as the village of Fraser in 1895, the name was legally changed to Fraser in 1928, and Fraser was incorporated as a city in 1956.

Harrison Township is a beautiful community located in southeast Michigan nestled along the western shores of Lake St. Clair. Our Board and our employees are here to serve your interests as residents. Many of our services begin on this site. Whether summer or winter, Harrison Township is a beautiful place to be.

Lenox Township is located in Northeastern Macomb County, on the St. Clair County line. Its largest community is New Haven, which is to the south on Gratiot Rd. This area is a mixture of urban and rural, consisting of both subdivisions scattered among small farms and fields. The Wetzel State Park is also located here, a freshwater marsh-like area that features several undeveloped marshy areas with turn-offs along Coon Creek. Lenox Township was originally organized in 1837. It began as a sheep raising community. A slaughterhouse was built at Muttonville which eventually served the entire Detroit area.

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Memphis is one square mile and was named after Memphis, Egypt, "the City on the Nile." Memphis straddles the county lines of north Saint Clair County and southwest St. Clair County. Memphis was established in 1835. Memphis is located on a bluff overlooking the Belle River. Memphis has a landmark called "The Thing", which is a historical marker noting the home of the first automobile. This first automobile ran six miles. There are three parks in Memphis, they are: The Edward Musial Memorial Park, The Old School Park, and the ballfield.

Located on the winding banks of the Clinton River, Mount Clemens offers its residents small town delights with the conveniences of contemporary urban life. Platted in 1818 by Christian Clemens, the son of a Mennonite farmer who was a conscientious objector in the Revolutionary War, Mount Clemens is the oldest community in Macomb County and the County Seat. Healing mineral springs were discovered in 1862, giving rise to the City's illustrious bathhouse era which lasted from 1873 to 1940. Dubbed "America's Bath City," Mount Clemens soothed sufferers from around the globe who flocked to the more than 40 bathhouses and hotels to drink and bathe in the revitalizing waters.

The City of New Baltimore is located in the northeast corner of Macomb County bordering beautiful Anchor Bay located on the coastline of Lake St. Clair. The City is approximately 30 minutes northeast of downtown Detroit, Michigan. New Baltimore is 4.6 square miles with a population of 11,110 as of May of 2004. It is the fastest growing community in Macomb County. The City of New Baltimore was incorporated as a village in 1867 and as a City in 1931. New Baltimore is a home rule City with a strong Mayoral form of government. The Mayor

New Haven is located in northeastern Macomb County in southern Lenox Township, approximately three miles from the St. Clair County line. It functions as a bedroom community to the greater Detroit metro area, while still retaining a small-town-like atmosphere. This town was first settled in 1835, originally named New Baltimore Station. In 1838, it was officially organized and named New Haven by one of the town fathers, Adam A. Bennett. In 1865, the Grand Trunk Railroad built a line through here on the way to Port Huron, which assured the town

Ray Township was established in 1827. At that time, the boundaries included what is now Armada Township. In 1832 the boundaries were enlarged to include Lenox, Macomb and Richmond Townships. But later Ray Township was reduced to its present size of 36 square miles with boundaries as follows-32 Mile as the northern boundary, 26 Mile as its southern boundary, it

Richmond is a rapidly growing city with an estimated population of 5,200 residents and is linked by the I-94 Expressway, M-19, and the Gratiot Avenue corridor to the Detroit/Flint/Port Huron metropolitan areas. The City has seven subdivisions under development, which will add another 2,250 residents to the City within the next few years. Commercial and industrial development are also inthe works. Still, Richmond maintains the cherished serenity of small town living. Although only forty miles north of Detroit and twenty miles southwest of Port Huron, all roads that lead to Richmond are lined with rich farm lands and scenic Michigan landscapes. The Grand Trunk Railroad remains. Its tracks reach west to Pontiac and cities beyond, north or Port Huron and Canada, and south to Detroit and rest of the nation. Ocean lines traveling the St. Clair River, the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence Seaway are just twenty minutes from Richmond's border. Michigan's largest airport, the Detroit Metropolitan, is sixty miles away and the St. Clair County Airport is a ten minute drive from the City. It is little wonder that this community, with its access to the world, continues to prosper.

When Michigan became a state in 1837, a farming community, which is now Roseville, was made part of Orange Township. Because of strong Irish sentiment, the township's name was changed to Erin in 1843. In 1836, William Rose was appointed the areas first postmaster. He established a permanent office in 1840, called the Roseville Post Office, after his father Denison Rose, a hero of the War of 1812. In 1846, a wooden plank tollroad (now known as Gratiot Avenue or M-3) was constructed, connecting the community with Detroit and Mount Clemens. One of the tollgates was located at Gratiot Avenue and Utica Road. The tollgate sign giving "Rates of Toll" now hangs in the Library. In 1886, the Erin Township Hall was built at the corner of Gratiot Avenue and 11 Mile Road and was the Town Hall for the present cities of Eastpointe, Roseville, St.Clair Shores and part of Fraser. In 1926, Roseville was incorporated as a village. The old Roseville Municipal Building was constructed in 1929, at Gratiot Avenue and Meier Road. Both the village and township offices were moved into the building. In 1958, the village became the City of Roseville and Arthur Waterman was elected the first mayor. The present municipal building was built in 1974.

Shelby Township is a growing and diverse community. An 1822 farmhouse, the township's oldest remaining structure, stands proudly amidst the townhip's newest homes. One of the nation's most ambitious canal projects, the Clinton-Kalamazoo Canal, runs through the township. An 1871 schoolhouse, the Andrews School, provides a unique learning experience for students of all ages. Shelby Township was surveyed and opened for general land sales in 1818. A township goverment was organized in 1827. The settlement of Disco at the crossroads of 24 Mile Road and Van Dyke, began in the 1830s and was a busy community. The 1928 Packard Proving Grounds, an engineering marvel, graces Van Dyke Avenue.

The area was home to French settlers as early as 1710, at which time it was called L'anse Creuse. (L'anse Creuse was also the name of a stop on the now-defunct interurban railroad off of Jefferson Ave near 9 Mile Road, and the name lives on today in the L'anse Creuse High School in Harrison Twp.) From 1843 until 1911, St. Clair Shores was a part of Erin Township. In 1911, the township's name changed to Lake Township. Lake Township still exists, although greatly reduced in area. It now represents only the small portion of the village of Grosse Pointe Shores that lies within Macomb County. Prior to the city's incorporation in 1951, St. Clair Shores was recognized as the largest village in the United States.

Sterling Heights is a family community known for its youthful residents, exceptional neighborhoods, blue-ribbon schools, wide variety of churches, scenic parks and public library. We attribute our success as a "Family-Friendly" community to the thousands of residents who work tirelessly in raising their families with old-fashioned values, while juggling the daily challenges of a modern society. Our spirited residential community makes family its top priority and also participates in many civic activities promoting Sterling Heights. Family housing is abundant throughout the city and is available in dozens of varieties for every taste, income level and lifestyle.

In May 1817, Thomas Squire, a Canadian and reputedly the first resident of Utica, Michigan moved west along the Clinton River from near Mt. Clemens, until he came to a high point of ground where the river and two Indian trails crossed. Here he built a cabin, somewhere near where the Jean Ridge now stands. By the end of the summer newcomers had built two more dwellings. The rapidly growing settlement was variously called McDougalville, Hog Hollow and Harlow. The first plat of the area was made in November, 1829, by Joseph Stead, under the preferred name of Harlow. The grant was signed by President James Madison. Yankees from New York State, attracted to this region after the English had relinquished control of the area to the United States, changed the name of the village to Utica, after the name of the city in their home state.

Warren is a city in Macomb County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 138,247, making Warren the third most populous city in Michigan and Metro Detroit's largest suburb. The city is home to a wide variety of businesses, including General Motors' Technical Center. The current mayor is Mark A. Steenbergh, who was elected to his third four-year term in November 2003. Eminem attended Warren Lincoln High School from 1986-1989. Warren is the home of the United States Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM), the Tank Automotive Research, Development, and Engineering Center (TARDEC), the National Automotive Center (NAC), and the headquarters of Big Boy Restaurants International.

Addison Township is a civil township of Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2000 census, the township population was 6,439. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 96.2 km

Aaron Webster, named the town Auburn after Auburn, New York, where the first settlers had come from in 1821. It was often overlooked by business and residential developers but today, as the areas around it grew, it has become part of the Metropolitan Detroit area. It is now one of the fastest growing suburbs of Southeastern Michigan. Auburn Hills is approximately 30 miles north of Detroit. It is located in Oakland County, near the intersection of I-75 and M-59. The city's population is approximately 17,000 and encompasses an area of 17.5 square miles. Oakland Community, Baker College and the Oakland Technology Park all reside in the city. The Park is 1,100 acres and is zoned specifically for reseach and developement. Some of its occupants include The Chrysler Technology Center, Comerica's computer operations center, and EDS. .

Beverly Hills is located in southeastern Oakland County in Southfield Township. It is considered to be a major suburb of the Detroit area. This area developed as a group of separate subdivisions, including the Beverly Hills subdivision, which organized together in 1958 for the purpose of establishing an official village government. It incorporated first as the village of Westwood, with reference to its location west of Woodward Ave. A year later, the name was changed to Beverly Hills due to the area being know traditionally as the Beverly Hills Subdivisions. Today, it remains primarily residential, but also includes several well-planned shopping areas.

Beverly Hills is located in southeastern Oakland County in Southfield Township. It is considered to be a major suburb of the Detroit area. This area developed as a group of separate subdivisions, including the Beverly Hills subdivision, which organized together in 1958 for the purpose of establishing an official village government. It incorporated first as the village of Westwood, with reference to its location west of Woodward Ave. A year later, the name was changed to Beverly Hills due to the area being know traditionally as the Beverly Hills Subdivisions. Today, it remains primarily residential, but also includes several well-planned shopping areas.

This village was founded by a group of residents who elected William King as the first president of the Village in 1955. Named after its main thoroughfare (Bingham Road) which was taken from the family name of the original owners of the farm. Bingham Farms was incorporated at a village in 1955.

The formal settlement of the area now known as Birmingham occurred over 180 years ago. The pioneer story of this small Michigan community began when four enterprising families purchased the first parcels totaling 640 acres of land in 1818. They included Elijah Willits, Benjamin Pierce, John Hamilton and John West Hunter. Hunters were the first permanent residents building their log cabin during the winter of 1819. By 1890s long-time residents who had been lobbying for many improvements began to see better roads, the opening of the interurban street car lines, the establishment of paid fire department, clean water supply and for a new public library. These improvements, along with others made Birmingham a very acquaint but highly desirable place to live. In 1933, the growth in population driven in part by the mobility of the automobiles led to the incorporation of Birmingham as a city. Today, Birmingham's business district and residential areas still enjoy many of the small town charm that characterized days gone by.

Bloomfield Hills is unique because of its small size and population. The city is only five square miles, with 1,520 households and about 3,900 residents. It is the home of many private schools, religious institutions and private clubs, including Cranbrook. Together, they reflect the tradition, history, and help set the architectural style of this small city. Expansive grounds and gardens contribute to the incredible open, undeveloped space and beauty of Bloomfield Hills.

The Charter Township of Bloomfield, incorporated in 1827, was the first Township to be established in Oakland County, Michigan. The natural beauty of the Township, with its winding roads, rolling hills and tranquil lakes, lends a uniquely attractive setting to the 17,000 homes within its boundaries. Because 95% of the Township is residential, municipal services are geared to homeowners and their needs. Bloomfield Township offers a range and quality of public services far beyond those of most townships in the state.

Commerce Township is a charter township in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. The population was 34,764 at the 2000 census. The terrain is rolling hills but there are large expanses of flat land on which farms and, more recently, subdivisions are built. The Huron River runs mostly north-south through the township. Commerce was formerly a weekend and summer resort for Detroiters because of the area's small inland lakes and peaceful seclusion, but due to recent development the cottages are now all permanent homes. There has been a sharp increase in population in the last few years, mostly on or near the several lakes and golf courses. Much of Proud Lake State Recreation Area is within the township. The northern terminus of Michigan State Highway 5 is in Commerce. The busy highway would have continued north to I-75, but because of the area's high property value and the many lakes that dot the landscape such a project would have been far too costly. Commerce Township shares borders with West Bloomfield, White Lake, Milford Township, Walled Lake, Wolverine Lake, Novi, and Wixom.

Farmington is located in southern Oakland County, just east of the intersections of I-96 and I-275. This town was first settled in 1824 by Arthur Power and David Smith, Quakers from Farmington New York. First referred to as "Quakertown," this community grew as a result of a sawmill Powers built and a strong religious commitment which included the formation of a church in 1826 by Elkanah Comstock, the first Baptist minister to settle in Michigan. It incorporated as a village in 1867 and later as a city in 1926. The downtown square still displays the well-preserved town hall, one of the early architectural masterpieces of the area.

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Franklin is a wonderfully picturesque village. In the mid 1830's Franklin was larger than the small settlement of Birmingham to the east. Birmingham, however, was chosen as a stop on the railroad route between Royal Oak and Pontiac. Birmingham prospered and grew while Franklin, bypassed by the rail line and removed from any major roads, settled back into a quiet existence. Franklin businesses continued to serve the scattered farms around Southfield Township. For other items, people had to travel by horse and wagon to Pontiac, two hours away. Once a community dotted with mills and light industry, the area is now predominately residential, with small pockets of stores, offices and commercial businesses, and of course the Franklin Cider Mill. Current Franklinites are proud to live in "The Town that Time Forgot".

Hazel Park is primarily a modest single-family residential community, having the third highest population density in the State of Michigan. The City has four major corridors, with two serving commercial concerns, and two corridors serving industrial purposes. Hazel Park is home to the Hazel Park Raceway, Michigan

Highland Township is a semi-rural community in northwest Oakland County, struggling to maintain the open space and natural resources that make it a jewel along the M-59 corridor. The Township has a rich heritage as an agricultural and lumbering community, founded in 1835 by pioneer families whose descendents still influence local politics and business.

Holly is located on the western border of Oakland County. Its first settler was Nathan Herrick who came to the area in 1830. In 1843, a sawmill was built by Ira C. Alger, and the area was then referred to as Algerville, with Alger taking on the duty of station agent when the Detroit & Milwaukee Railroad came through. Around the same time, a Peter Fagan registered a post office under the name of Holly Mills, with reference to the abundant holly that grew in the area. The post office was renamed Holly in 1861, along with the help of another settler, Jonathan T. Allen, who moved there from Mount Holly, N. J. It eventually incorporated into a village in 1865. This community has worked hard to retain its traditional, Victorian brick architecture in the downtown area, and it is worth a drive to see it. The narrow streets, old-style lamps, unique shops and the Historic Holly Hotel make for a delightful visit to yesteryear, whether winter or summer, rain or shine.

Affectionately called the "City of Homes," the City of Huntington Woods is located in the heart of Southeastern Oakland County, Michigan. Seventy-five years ago, the 1.5 square mile city was founded as a village of 160 homes and 500 residents. Today, the city boasts 2,419 homes and over 6,151 residents. Known as a highly desirable place to live, Huntington Woods offers many unique services, including a newly expanded recreation and aquatics facility, full time police protection, and a small, but extensive public library.

Independence Township is located in northern Oakland County, Michigan some 45 miles Northwest of Detroit. We are a Charter Township 36 square miles in size, except for that portion taken for the City of the Village of Clarkston. We are the fourth largest Township in Oakland County and have a population of approximately 32,000 residents.

Keego Harbor is located in central Oakland County's West Bloomfield Township in what is refered to as the "Lakes Area." It is situated primarily on the southeast side of Cass Lake, around the intersection of Orchard Lake and Cass Lake Roads. A major figure in the development of this village was J. E. Sawyer, who in 1902 settled here and developed the Cass Lake Subdivision on Willow Beach. He also converted what was then Dollar Lake into a "harbor" by constructing a canal to Cass Lake. He named it Keego Harbor, apparently after what is believed to be an old reference to a type of slender fish found in the local waters.

Lake Orion's 1.31 square miles includes most of the water called Lake Orion. Once known as a resort community, some houses had their mail delivered by boat. It is still mainly residential, with a business district on M-24. Orion Township is known for its lakes--there are 27--and 4,000 acres of parkland.

The City of Lathrup Village combines an historic past with a dynamic present. Gracious homes and planned city growth have provided an ideal environment for convenient, small city living within a larger metropolitan area. Within this setting you will find shaded streets, pleasant lawns, trees and gardens, and several parks. One would expect this to be a tradition in a city with our unique atmosphere. The signs of this are everywhere; older homes with an ever-fresh, well-trimmed look complemented by areas of charming newer and new homes. Our close proximity to a developed highway system provides easy access to the entire metropolitan area, and the many amenities available. All of this has made residential Lathrup Village a pleasant place to live, and the area a sound investment in real values.

Madison Heights is the 14th largest community in population within Oakland County in the State of Michigan. Madison Heights has a population of approximately 31,101 people living within 7.25 square miles. Incorporated in 1955, Madison Heights is home to more than 1,300 commercial and industrial businesses. The City is located just 15-30 minutes north of downtown Detroit near the southeast corner of Oakland County and adjacent to the Macomb County border to the east, approximately two miles north of the City of Detroit. Convenient freeway access to the southeast Michigan region is provided by I-75 and I-696.

Milford Village is 2.5 square miles nestled in southwest Oakland County and is easily accessed from both I-96 and M-59. With a population of approximately 6,300, the Village still serves as the central business district for approximately 25,000 people in the surrounding areas. The thriving downtown district draws visitors from communities such as Ann Arbor and Dearborn, while retaining its small-town charm.

Novi is truly an exciting home town: one with a growing national and international reputation for innovation and quality. Our neighborhoods are safe, welcoming places, where friends and families are creating networks of caring, involved citizens. Recognition of our home town achievements has come from such diverse places as the Better Homes and Gardens "Home of the Year" awarded to Autumn Park, and the Novi Community School District was also nationally recognized as a Gold Medal District by Expansion Management Magazine.

Oak Park officially became a city on October 30, 1945 when the state of Michigan accepted the city charter. Planned developments in the late 1950s resulted in Oak Park being named "America's Fastest Growing City" at one point. Major civic improvements in this period included the addition of an outdoor swimming pool and an ice rink in Major Park (now known as Shepherd Park, after former mayor David Shepherd, but long known informally as Oak Park Park). Oak Park is home to six of the steel and ceramic houses built by the Lustron company in the early 1950s, which provided an inexpensive type of shelter for servicemen returning from World War II. They can be found on Oneida St., just North of 9 Mile road. Oak Park grew into a quiet city of one-story houses, sidewalks, trees, and backyards. For many years it has had the feeling of a small town, even though it borders the city of Detroit and several of its larger suburbs.

Oakland Charter Township is a charter township of Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is usually referred to as "Oakland Township". The population was 13,071 at the 2000 census. Rochester Community Schools serves a majority of the area, while Lake Orion Community Schools and Romeo Community Schools serve the rest.

The area is known for lovely homes and subdivisions. Located on the outskirts of Metro Detroit, much of the area is wooded and undeveloped, making it appealing for those looking for privacy.

The City of Orchard Lake Village nestles among sparkling lakes in Oakland County, Michigan, about 25 miles northwest of Detroit. The City is a special place, made unique by its lakes, great natural beauty, colorful history, prosperous citizenry and high-quality residential living. About 43 percent of the City of Orchard Lake Village is occupied by lakes and ponds. The City surrounds its namesake, Orchard Lake, but also includes a portion of Upper Straits Lake and borders, along its northern limits, the waters of Cass Lake. A number of smaller lakes, ponds and wetlands reside within the community as well. These water features and their associated woodlands and wildlife have long attracted settlers to the area-- from the Native Americans, who hunted and fished among the lakes, to the residents of today, who enjoy beauty, recreational opportunities and comfortable living that the community provides.

Ortonville was founded by Amos Orton in 1848, when he built a dam on Kearsley Creek to provide power to his gristmill. He erected the first buildings in Ortonville between 1839 and 1857 and operated businesses in them. About 1839 he built his log house north of the Village. In 1856 he built the basic structure of the present Old Mill on Mill Street in Ortonville. This landmark is owned by the Village of Ortonville and operated by the Ortonville Historical Society, serving as a museum and listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Today, 1250 people live in the one-square-mile village, located in North central Oakland county... and Amos Orton's mill lives on as home to the area's historical museum.

Oxford is a village in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. The population was 3,540 at the 2000 census. The village is located within Oxford Charter Township. The village calls itself sister city to Oxford, England. The village center consists of shops stretching for two blocks, with some highlights being the Oxford 7 Movie Theater, Red Knapp's American Grill and the North Oakland Historical Museum (open 1-4PM on Saturdays), which showcases some of the region's history. The area's public high school, Oxford High School, was newly expanded in 2003-2004 and now holds the title of the largest single-floor high school in Michigan.

This settlement began in 1913 when Burt Taylor subdivided the Mayday farm. The settlement was incorporated as a village in 1921 and as a city in 1927.

Named for the great Ottawa Chief who summered nearby, Pontiac was established in 1818 where the old Pontiac Trail crossed the Clinton River. The city developed and became the center of a major carriage-making industry in the 1880's. What began as Pontiac Spring wagon Works is now known as General Motors. Considered a satellite city of Detroit, it is surrounded by affluent Metro Detroit suburbs. Although in the midst of these suburbs, Pontiac itself is an urban center with a significant manufacturing sector.

The city of Rochester is the oldest settlement in Oakland County, established in 1817. It has since gone from a mill and textile center, to a charming family-oriented community. Rochester has a country feel, even as the downtown features many fine dining establishments, and upscale shops. Oakland University, and Rochester College both have their campuses here.

Rochester Hills was part of the original settlement that is the oldest in Oakland County. In 1984 the then Avon Township incorporated into the city of Rochester Hills. The city features many retail businesses, and a number of tech oriented industries. Its downtown would still be considered that of its smaller neighbor, Rochester.

In the past two decades, Royal Oak has changed from a sleepy bedroom community, to a vibrant, trendy hub of retail business, and real estate development. Its downtown has a thriving shopping and restaurant district, and in recent years several high-end loft developments have been started. Residential Royal Oak, consists of quiet, tree-lined streets, and older, well-maintained homes.

Royal Oak Township is a charter township in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. The population was 5,446 at the 2000 census. The nearby city of Royal Oak is legally separate from the township. The township had consisted of two small non-contiguous parcels of land within Oakland County. The larger portion was along 8 Mile Road, adjacent to Detroit, Oak Park, and Ferndale. A second portion, located northwest of the other portion, adjoining Oak Park and Southfield, was annexed by Oak Park in 2003.

The City of South Lyon, Michigan is located in southwestern Oakland County. The center of its business district is at 10 Mile Road and Pontiac Trail, known as Lake Street and Lafayette Street within the city limits. Just 3.5 square miles in size, the city offers small town living, yet is within five miles of two interstate highways and close to major metropolitan areas and international airports.

Located in the heart of southeastern Michigan, with easy access to most major Detroit-area expressways, Southfield offers both a cosmopolitan, culturally-diverse residential population of more than 78,000 residents and a thriving international business community. Situated in Oakland County, Southfield offers a complete living community, featuring a nationally recognized public school system, eight universities and more than 700 acres of park land. With a daytime population nearing 175,000, and over 26 million square feet of office space, Southfield is truly Michigan

Sylvan Lake's history dates back to 1818 when an expedition led by Reverend John Montieth rode into the area to see what lay between Detroit and the newly established post of Pontiac. The expedition discovered a chain of lakes. The lake, which lay closest to Pontiac, was surrounded by a fringe of tamaracks and was considered by the group to be the most beautiful. The explorers named this body of water Timber Lake, afterwards changed to Sylvan Lake.

Troy's settlers arrived in the 1840s, named it for their native city of Troy, New York. Troy became an incorporated city in 1955. In 2003, it was named Michigan's Sportstown by Sports Illustrated magazine for having the top community sports programs in the state. In the summer of 2005, to commemorate the city's 50th anniversary, ceramic beaver statues, each standing four feet (1.2 m) high, were displayed at various locations in the city. The beaver is the symbol of Troy, and the city's main commercial thoroughfare (Big Beaver Road) is named for it. Troy was named the sixth safest city of 75,000 or more in the United States and number one safest in Michigan 2005.

The beautiful City of Walled Lake, located in the heart of Oakland County, is home to 7.000 residents and is noted for our bustling community on the shores of Walled Lake. We're a community that takes pride in our heritage and history. A walk through our beautiful downtown area is an enjoyable experience as you browse our unique shops and restaurants. Walled Lake is located within close proximity to three major highways, I-96, M-5, and I-275 allowing for easy access to surrounding communities and work. The City is a host to many wonderful events that are sure to please. Summer festivals abound here in Walled Lake so be sure and drop by for one of our special events. While in town be sure to stop by the Walled Lake City Offices and say hello to our friendly and helpful staff and pick up a calendar of events!

To understand the history of Waterford Village, we must go back to when land was being sold to settlers. Michigan was part of the Northwest Territory owned by the British. By the treaty of peace in 1783 between the United States and Great Britain, this area became a part of the United States, but British Troops were not actually evacuated until July 12, 1796. When they left, Captain Moses Porter took possession of Fort Detroit. General Arthur St. Clair was appointed the first governor. In January 1805, Congress passed an act for the organization of the Territory of Michigan. In 1813, Colonel Lewis Cass was appointed third governor and he formed the boundaries of Oakland County in 1819. Waterford became a township in 1834 and in 1837 Michigan became a state.

West Bloomfield's rolling hills provide a tranquil setting for beautiful and lavish homes. Development pressures and vanishing farmland foster sensitivity to environmental quality and preservation of natural resources, contributing to the overall character of the Township. West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation has over 500 acres in park land and offers residents outdoor recreational activities throughout the year with more than 250 programs which are administered by the West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Commission. Major shopping is found on Orchard Lake Road and Haggerty Road with an emphasis on small neighborhood malls, restaurants, and local business offices.

The progression of the White Lake Area from a tribal region to the burgeoning hub of industry and commerce that it is today was a natural one. From the beginning, Native American tribes were attracted to its ideal location; White Lake flows into Lake Michigan through a deep water channel, and is famous for its abundant Walleye. Fur trappers, traders, and settlers eventually followed, and it wasn

As with every great city, there is a beginning. The saga of Wixom began in 1830 when Lewis Norton came to Oakland County from New York State and settled in the southern portion of what is now Wixom. He soon built a home and sawmill on the creek beyond the school playground. Today, as then, the creek bears his name. Norton Creek is an offshoot of the Huron River, which meanders through much of southern Michigan. Mr. Norton

Wolverine Lake is located in central Oakland County in what is referred to as the "lakes area." It began as a special construction project in 1918 when Dr. Howard Stuart and L. A. Green proposed to build a dam to back up the waters flooding several small lakes in the area so one large lake would be formed. The project was completed in 1923, at which time it was named after Michigan

Allen Park is an advantageous location with easy access to major interstates and freeways. Thriving businesses, industry and commerce fuel the city's growth and there are ample housing opportunities. Allen Park is located ten miles southwest of Downtown Detroit, and adjoins Lincoln Park on the east, Taylor on the west and Melvindale on the north. The area of Allen Park is 7.42 square miles and the total street mileage is 99. The city government is the Mayor-Council type, with the Mayor and six Councilpersons elected by the voters of the city every four years. The City Council meets each 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

The Belleville Community is a diverse community of approximately 40,000 residents. The Community is home to Wayne County

One of the many reasons that Brownstown enjoys a reputation for being a great place in which to live or visit is the constant variety of events, services and programs staged throughout the year for the benefit and entertainment of residents and guests alike. We are confident that you will find Brownstown, with its proud tradition of proven hospitality and excellent neighborhoods, to be the perfect place for your home or business. We are rich in culture and tradition and also have abundant public services and programs available. Brownstown is known for its assortment of excellent recreation, activities, and public services. Brownstown is truly "Where the Future Looks Brighter".

The Canton Community is located in the State of Michigan, USA, on the far western edge of Wayne county. Canton is approximately 20 miles east of Ann Arbor, 35 miles west of Detroit and 50 miles north of Toledo, Ohio. The township of Canton was established in 1834 and is one of the fastest growing communities in the state today.

Dearborn is a city of nearly 98,000 people, it is the hometown of Henry Ford and the world headquarters of the Ford Motor Company, and the site of a University of Michigan campus as well as Henry Ford Community College. Dearborn is home to the Ford River Rouge Plant, built by Henry Ford to make Ford Model T components, and later the birthplace (and former production line) of the Ford Mustang. It currently produces Ford F150 trucks. At one time the plant employed 100,000 people and produced finished vehicles from iron ore and sand.

Dearborn Heights was known as Dearborn Township until it was finally incorporated in 1963. Dearborn Heights encourages a strong feeling of community by concentrating on neighborhood and family-oriented recreation programs. The Heights has one of the highest per capita ratios of park land to zoned areas in the state with eight public parks and two tot lots. The Canfield Community Center, two senior centers and its dispersion of supermarkets and businesses banks, restaurants, theaters) means that every homeowner has convenient access to activities and services. Dearborn Heights is located within a fifteen minute drive of Detroit Metropolitan Airport and has easy access to the I-94 and I-96 freeways.

Detroit is the largest city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat for Wayne County. The city is located on the Detroit River, north of Windsor, Ontario. Established in 1701 by French fur traders, it is the center of an industrial area in the American Rust Belt. Today it is known as the world's traditional automotive center and an important source of popular music—legacies celebrated by the city's two familiar nicknames, Motor City and Motown. The city ultimately gets its name from the Detroit River, which in turn derives from the French, "Rivière du Détroit," literally, the "River of the Strait." The name alludes to the connection the river forms between Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie, although it is not literally a strait.

The Village of Ecorse was incorporated in 1903 and then changed to a city in 1941. The city is located in Wayne county. Some early maps and records about Ecorse have the spelling as Ecorce. Ecorse has been noted to be home of the Wyandotte Indians and the city was located at the mouth of the stream that early settlers called the Riviere Aux Ecorses, because of the amount of suitable bark along the shorelines that were used for canoe building. Ecorse is French for bark.

Flat Rock is known for its public services, activities, and recreation facilities and programs. Our new Community Fields baseball facility is one of the best in the State of Michigan, as is our outdoor ice skating rink which is located in our Community Park. We take pride in knowing we have one of the best recreation programs in the state. Flat Rock is a wonderful place to raise a family and is a thriving community. New homes and businesses are under construction daily. We will soon be constructing a new Community Center to add to our recreation possibilities. Below is a rendering of the proposed center.

This land was first settled, by Peter Godfroy, Benjamin B. Kerchival and Joshua Howard, trustees of the Gibralter & Flat Rock Company in 1811, it was platted and recorded on March 14, 1837. On October 2, 1837 Amos Dunbar became the first postmaster of Gibralter on October 2, 1837. The office was renamed Woodbury on December 8, 1838, but was changed back to Gibralter on May 13, 1839, with the spelling changed to Gibraltar on December 19, 1900. It remained that way until the office was closed on January 31, 1910. The village didn't prosper until it was revived by the suburban boom. It was incorporated as a village in 1954, and as a city in 1961.

Grosse Ile Township is township in Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The township is coterminous with the island in the Detroit River called Grosse Ile. The name comes from French, meaning "large island". The population was 10,894 at the 2000 census. It is part of the collection of communities known as Downriver.

Located on the southwestern shore of Lake St. Clair, Grosse Pointe is a community of close-knit residential neighborhoods. The City is known for its stately tree-lined streets and lakeside recreational facilities. The picturesque retail district provides unique shopping and business opportunities

Grosse Pointe Farms is a beautiful, upscale, suburban community on the shores of Lake St. Clair in southeastern Michigan. Since its establishment in 1892, Grosse Pointe Farms has become one of the premier neighborhoods in the country. The Farms is recognized for excellence in its schools, the quality of its housing stock, the safety and welfare of its citizens and its commitment to the special enhancements that make a city a community.

Grosse Pointe Shores was incorporated in 1911 as a Village, with about 350 residents. It lies just north of the City of Detroit and is about one and a half square mile in size. The Shores is the smallest of the five Grosse Pointe communities and the only one to be zoned for single family dwellings only. It is still a small community, currently with approximately 1100 households, about 3000 residents. Grosse Pointe Shores is proud to be the home community of the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, which is tax exempt, and the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, the Shores' only commercial property.

The City of Grosse Pointe Woods was originally incorporated in 1927 and was known as the Village of Lochmoor. In 1939, the Village of Lochmoor became the Village of Grosse Pointe Woods and on December 11, 1950, was incorporated as the City of Grosse Pointe Woods, a Home Rule City. The city covers an area of 3.28 square miles.

In Hamtramck you'll find ethnic and cultural diversity not found elsewhere in the metropolitan area. Our many unique nightspots offer many styles of live music, from polka to rock to blues. Our restaurants serve up foods to suit any taste. Our specialty food stores and bakeries are renowned for their fresh meats, homemade sausages, baked goods, and hard-to-find imported items. Our shops offer clothing, gifts, housewares, and much more - all within our 2.1 square miles.

Caspar Salter first settled this land in 1850. In 1920 the first plat was recorded and was called Manchester Park. Other subdivisions followed, but the 1929 Depression brought the area back to virtual wilderness. The subdivisions began again in 1934, and a solid, home-owning community developed. It was renamed from its being in a heavily wooded area and from its then main thoroughfare, Harper Avenue. Harper Avenue, which begins in Detroit, was named for Walter Harper, founder of Harper Hospital, in Detroit. This area was incorporated as a city in 1951.

Highland Park was still a rural farming community north of Detroit in the early 1900s when Henry Ford chose the community as site for his first great factory. Built east of Woodward Avenue, the Ford plant marked the early emergence of the moving assembly line process for which Ford became famous. It was here in Highland Park, in this "birthplace of mass production," that Ford produced millions of Model T cars. And it was to Highland Park that tens of thousands of immigrants came for an unprecedented $5-a-day wage and a chance to enter the emerging middle class.

This area was first settled in 1825. It was given a post office as Moulin Rouge on December 31, 1857, with Josiah Dort as its first postmaster. Robert Inkster, a Scot, operated a steam sawmill on present-day Inkster Rd., near Michigan Ave., in the early 1860's, and the post office was renamed Inkster on July 11, 1863. It was given a station on the Michigan Central Railroad by 1878. This Wayne County settlement was incorporated as a village in 1926 and as a city in 1964.