Sterling Heights m i c h i g a n Economic Development

Welcome to Sterling Heights, , where you will find “life and business at its best!” Located just 10 miles north of , Sterling Heights is Michigan’s fourth largest city, providing a central location to business and consumer customers, top-notch suppliers, and a wealth of amenities.

Make Sterling Heights the next location for your growing business!

Location & amenities Located in the heart of Macomb County, Sterling Heights shares a common border with neighboring Oakland County and is conveniently located in the hub of economic activity in Southeast Michigan. More than 4,000 commercial businesses, manufac- turing facilities, and high tech firms call Sterling Heights home – and for good reason. We provide exceptionally high quality of service for businesses and residents at a low cost – our tax rate is lower than 90% of Michigan cities and we have consistently main- tained a AAA Bond rating. In addition to the broad industrial base and top-notch ame- nities, Sterling Heights is one of the finest culturally diverse, educated and skilled Sterling Heights work forces in the world with a population of more than 129,000 and growing! Tax rate Whether you need to connect to customers, investors, suppliers or talent by expressway, rail or air, Sterling Heights has exceptional transportation amenities. I-696, I-75 and is lower M-59 are main thoroughfares nearby. Mound Road and Van Dyke Avenue provide easy travel North and South, while Metro Parkway provides a quick East and West than 90% route. A Class 1 Rail line also runs through the center of the city’s industrial cor- ridor. Sterling Heights is a quick 36 Miles from Detroit Metro and is in close of Michigan proximity to Bishop International Airport, as well as Airport (cargo).

cities You will find exceptional infrastructure here as well with top-notch power, telecom- munications, water and sewer services readily available throughout Sterling Heights. Our combined water and sewer rates are the lowest in Michigan! Furthermore, re- cent Nielson/NetRatings reports have placed the Southeast Michigan region among the highest ranked areas for broadband high-speed internet access.

You will also find easy access to major educational institutions for high quality talent, workforce training, and research. Macomb Community College and its University Cen- ter, Oakland University, , Wayne State University, University of Detroit Mercy and Lawrence Technological University are all minutes away.

www.sh-econdev.net Quality of Life Our quality of life is second-to-none! Known as one of the best places to raise a family, one of the safest large cities in Michigan, and one of the most economically stress-free cities in America, Sterling Heights has achieved national recognition for what our residents and businesses have known for years—you won’t find a friendlier, Money magazine large town with a small town feel in the United States than Sterling Heights. ranked There is a wide variety of affordable housing options in Sterling Heights and surrounding Sterling Heights that represent a great in the Top 5 value for workers. Money magazine ranked Sterling Heights in the top 5 communities nationwide for afford- communities nationwide for able housing and a great place for families. Affordable Housing and a great place Sterling Heights is also home to two award-winning for families Blue Ribbon school districts preparing a highly skilled workforce for the future. A nationally renowned library, recreation programs, athletics, municipal special events and an extensive park and trail system offer residents and visitors a great place to unwind, relax, compete or learn. Residents also take advantage of nearby Lake St. Clair, major league sports teams, shopping and entertainment, and Downtown Detroit’s Arts & Culture.

Incentives & business support Sterling Heights has a history of business-friendly support Sterling Heights through incentives that include Tax Increment Financing, Energy Efficiency Programs, and Industrial Facilities is committed to a Abatements. To date, the Sterling Heights City Council business-friendly has approved 100% of the tax abatements brought before them since the program, which reduces taxes atmosphere on new investments by 50%, was implemented in 1998. to support both new and Our highly skilled Economic Development Team can existing companies also assist your company in connecting to workforce and talent support, financing programs, energy efficiency tools, federal and state services, and a host of other targeted assistance programs aimed to help your company thrive!

Sterling Heights Economic Development Team Contacts City Manager Business Development Manager Economic Development Manager Community Relations Director Mark Vanderpool Denice Gerstenberg Kasey Green Steve Guitar (586) 446-2300 (586) 884-9323 (586) 884-9327 (586) 446-2471 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]