
The City of Pontiac is committed to get as much information as possible to its residents to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus COVID-19 disease.
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GOVERNMENT INFORMATION |
CITY GOVERNMENT INFORMATION UPDATES |
Mayor Waterman Guests on WXYZ's "Spotlight on the News" |
![]() Click here to read Mayor Waterman's update regarding the availabliity of Coronavirus test kits for the city |
CITY HALL HAS CLOSED ITS DOORS TO THE PUBLIC IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE RECENT COVID-19, PAUSE TO SAVE LIVES, ORDER ISSED BY THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (MDHHS), PONTIAC CITY HALL IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC AS OF NOVEMBER 18, 2020. DURING THIS TIME THE CITY OF PONTIAC IS OFFERING APPOINTMENT ONLY SERVICES. PLEASE CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT DIRECTLY FOR ASSISTANCE OR TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT. |
Council Meeting to Be Held Electronically In compliance with State Orders, the City Council will be meeting electronically. Council meetings may be viewed on the City Website at http://pontiac.mi.us/pontiactv/index.php . Public Comments can be mailed to publiccomments@pontiac.mi.us Click here for the official notice |
EXECUTIVE OFFICE UPDATES Hotline # 248-758-3300 Answers from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Help Desk for Cares Act Mortgate, Rent, Utility Assistance Appliation Help |
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BUILDING & SAFETY UPDATES Click here for updated Building & Safety information including contact and inspection information |
DPW UPDATES Click here for updated DPW information including appointment and contact information |
TREASURY UPDATES Click here for updated Treasury information including contact information and tax and permit payment information |
HUMAN RESOURCES UPDATES Click here for Human Resources updates including contact information and appointment information. |
PLANNING/ZONING AND CODE ENFORCEMENT DEPARTMENT UPDATES Click here for updated Planning/Zoning and Code Enforcement Department information including contact information. |
Senior Centers and Youth Recreation & Enrichment Center Are Closed Click here to read the closure notice for the Senior Centers Click here for the Youth Center closure notice. Click here for updated Senior Meal information |
50th District Court Closed Except for Essential Services The 50th District Court remains closed to the general public except for essential functions relating to health and safety, while safeguarding rights guaranteed by the Constitution. Click here to read the official update Visitors to the 50th District Court will be turned away if they exhibit any signs of the Coronavirus COVID-19 Disease. Click here for the official notice including a list of criteria 50th District Court issues emergency measures to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) disease affecting criminal trials, marriages, traffic tickets, courtroom size, probation and other court services. Click here to read the official notice |
House and Senate Pass Covid-19 Relief Bill Click here to read |
COUNTY GOVERNMENT INFORMATION UPDATES |
![]() Oakland County has announced a new webpage for tracking cases of COVID-19 in our county and in our state. Included are: 1. Interactive map of Oakland County showing cases by Zip Code 2. Oakland County Dashboard with up-to-date totals of COVID-19 cases and demographics 3. State of Michigan Dashboard with up-to-date totals of COVID-19 cases and demographics Go to https://www.oakgov.com/covid/Pages/default.aspx to access the page |
![]() The WRC is suspending the late-payment water program until further notice due to current circumstances. Additionally, for any residents whose water service has been put on hold, WRC will assist in getting their water turned back on. For assistance, please call 248-858-1110. Click here for the full announcement WRC encourages the public not to flush any items that may cause a sewer line backup (personal/baby wipes, sanitary napkins, cigarettes, paper towels Click here for the official notice along with a complete list of Non-Flushable items |
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Governor Whitmer Executive Orders and Updates Governor Whitmer issues Executive Order 2020-59. Click here to read the order Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Order with changes to "Stay Home, Stay Safe" requirments ![]() Update From Governor Gretchen Whitmer - 3/13/2020 |
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COVID-19 News Update Click Here for updates Including:
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EMPLOYMENT/JOB ASSISTANCE |
![]() The Michigan Hospitality Industry Employee Relief Fund, supported by the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association Educational Foundation, is designed to assist employees of Michigan's restaurant and lodging industry who are in need of support after the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to go to their site |
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE INFORMATION |
RESTAURANTS OPEN Click here for a list of restaurants that are open for curbside pickup only |
Small Business Assistance Oakland County Small Business Relief Program: Grants Oakland County Small Business Relief Program: Loans Michigan Small Business Relief Program: Grants Michigan Small Business Relief Program: Loans Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) Small Business Support & Economic Relief Virtual Town Hall On Friday, April 3, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., a Virtual Town Hall was held to provide information to Small Business regarding grants and loans Click here to view recording of the Virtual Town Hall |
Public Notices/Event Cancellations |
Senior Centers Are Closed - Meals Available Mayor Waterman has declared a State of Emergency. The Robert Bowens and Ruth Peterson Centers are closed effective March 14, 2020. Meals will be available Monday (curbside pickup) At both the Robert Bowens and Ruth Peterson Center From 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Seniors will be provided 7 meals for the Week Click here to read the closure notice for the Senior Centers Click here for the Meals notice. |
Youth Center & Programs Cancelled Due to the Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic, The Pontiac Youth Recreation and Enrichment Center (PYREC) are cancelled until further notice. Click here for the official notice. |
MEALS INFORMATION Youth Center & Programs Cancelled Click here for information on how Pontiac Schools are delivering meals to Students and Families Senior Centers Are Closed - Meals Available Mayor Waterman has declared a State of Emergency. The Robert Bowens and Ruth Peterson Centers are closed effective March 14, 2020. Meals will be available Monday (curbside pickup) At both the Robert Bowens and Ruth Peterson Center From 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Seniors will be provided 7 meals for the Week Click here to read the closure notice for the Senior Centers Click here for the Meals notice. |
RESTAURANTS OPEN Click here for a list of restaurants that are open for curbside pickup only |
Free Food and Meals in Pontiac Click here for a list of resources for finding free food and meals in Pontiac during the COVID-19 Emergency ![]() |
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HEALTH INFORMATION |
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources |
Coronavirus COVID-19 Fact Sheet What to do if you are sick? Fact Sheet Coronavirus Symptoms Fact Sheet Washing Your Hands Fact Sheet Presidential Emergency Declaration Fact Sheet Children Food Services Fact Sheet |
Click here for an informational flyer on steps you can take to prevent the spread of the disease. IF YOU DEVELOP SYMPTOMS If you have symptoms of dry cough, cold or fever first contact your primary care physician. Describe your symptoms to your doctor who can give you further instructions Click here for a list of local emergency rooms and urgent care facilities Ways to help prevent the spread of the disease:
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