Oakland County, Michigan Government

Did you know that #OaklandCounty is home to more than 1.2M residents and 40,000 businesses? A diverse county driven by innovation, partnerships and commitments to help everyone reach their full potential ensuring that we’re #AllWaysMovingForward.

Congratulations to the #OaklandCounty Animal Shelter for being voted Best Animal Shelter in the Detroit Metro Times Best of 2024 poll! ?? This is a well-deserved recognition of the dedication of the staff and volunteers who care for our furry friends. Thanks for all that you do to find loving homes for these animals in need. ???? ow.ly/Ov0a50UereH.

As a staunch defender crime victims and vulnerable populations, #OaklandTogether40 Class of 2024 member Marissa Antonio Wiesen is helping us promote public safety in #OaklandCounty and beyond as the Assistant Attorney General at Michigan Department of Attorney General. Learn more: bit.ly/ot40marissaw. Quick Facts: ? Has served on the board of the Women's Bar Association, Oakland County Region, and is a member of the Michigan Asian-Pacific American Bar Association. ? Alumna of Cornerstone Program at Leadership Oakland, where she has served on the Program and Justice Committees. ? Earned a bachelor's degree in political science from the University of Michigan?and a law degree from the The University of Toledo College of Law, where she was an executive editor of the Toledo Law Review.

Are you tired of the student loan repayment experience? In partnership with Savi, we’ve created a space for #OaklandCounty residents and employees to access trusted support and guidance around their student loan debt. Join us Wednesday, Nov. 20 at 4 p.m. for an interactive virtual workshop to learn essential information on how navigate your student loan repayments. RSVP: ow.ly/jCj050U7mf6.?

Time is running out! ? Whether you ride daily or occasionally, your input matters. Today's your last chance to help improve #OaklandTransit by sharing your experiences and thoughts on public transit in #OaklandCounty: ow.ly/IgEf50U2uLN.

#ShopSmall to win BIG this month during Advantage Oakland’s #LocalGems Sweepstakes! ?? Snap a selfie at a #SmallBusiness in #OaklandCounty that you consider to be a gem. ???? Each business you submit increases your odds of winning up to $1,000. Official rules and entry: ow.ly/IoEl50U8uF6. #LocalGemOC

As a program manager focused on Diversity Supplier Development and Purchasing at Stellantis, #OaklandTogether40 Class of 2024 member Christopher Sim supports building a diverse economy in #OaklandCounty. Learn more: bit.ly/ot40csim. Quick Facts: ? Serves on the executive board of the Asians Connected Together Business Resource Group. ? Leads Stellantis’ partnerships with outside organizations focused on diversity, equity and inclusion, including The National LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the National Veteran Business Development Council. ? Earned a bachelor’s degree in East Asian Studies from Columbia University and is pursuing an executive master’s degree in business administration from Cornell SC Johnson College of Business.

Today is America Recycles Day! ? To celebrate, recycle, buy recycled goods and inform others of the benefits of recycling. Find #recycling resources in #OaklandCounty: ow.ly/9Opn50U5FNL.

Whether you’re a daily rider or just a curious commuter, your input matters! Help us make #OaklandTransit the best it can be by sharing your experiences and thoughts on public transit in #OaklandCounty in a brief survey: ow.ly/IgEf50U2uLN.

As the CEO and founding Artistic Director at Michigan Stage, #OaklandTogether40 Class of 2024 member Tim Paré is contributing to the vibrancy of #OaklandCounty and Metro Detroit by bringing more performing arts programs to our community. His non-profit theater teaches acting and improvisation to residents of all ages. Details: bit.ly/ot40timpare. Quick Facts: ? Named “Humanities Champion of the Year” by Michigan Humanities , the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities in 2023. ? Former chair of the Ferndale Arts Cultural Commission and a loyal volunteer for various cultural events in #Ferndale. ? Earned a bachelor's degree in theater from Michigan State University.