I will never take for granted how blessed I am to be the Mayor of Rochester Hills. It has always been home and I never want to lose sight of all our team has accomplished over the years. Sure, it’s important to look forward, to plan for the future. But it’s equally important to recognize the work we have done and reflect. There’s the saying, “success breeds success,” and I believe it because I have seen it. Year after year the Rochester Hills team seems to raise the bar. Rochester Hills … [Read more...]
Our Good News Story, by Mayor Barnett
December 27, 2021 by Leave a Comment
“People still love a good story, and I don't think that will change.” Those are the words of Robert Iger, Executive Chairman of Disney, who retires at the end of 2021. Everyone who knows me knows my love for Disney and my admiration for Mr. Iger as a leader. He’s had a great run. We share a love for good stories: Telling them, hearing them and experiencing them. And now, as another year closes, we have an opportunity to add to our own story – to reflect on our immediate … [Read more...]
Back to School in Rochester Hills
September 5, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Hills Mayor’s Video Log Entry Hi, I’m Bryan Barnett, Mayor of the City of Rochester Hills, and as always thanks for watching. Well we’ve had a lot of fun, summer broadcasts this year, but as the seasons turn, today we bring you a very important message. As you can see from the activity behind me school is back in session, and here in the City of Rochester Hills, that means lots of things. It means that you’ll see these big, yellow buses around town, you’ll see moms and … [Read more...]
Rochester Falcons vs. Rochester Adams Highlanders
August 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Hills Mayor’s Video Log Entry Hi, I’m Bryan Barnett, Mayor of the City of Rochester Hills, and thanks so much for watching. You know, as summer winds to an end, one of the best times in this community is right around the corner. It’s fall, it’s cider, it’s donuts, and it’s football. Tonight we are gonna watch one of the greatest cross town rivalries in our community’s proud and storied history, as Rochester Adams takes on the Rochester Falcons right here on the Rochester Falcon … [Read more...]
Royal Oak Man Drowns While Swimming in Rochester Hills Park
July 6, 2018 by Leave a Comment
From Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett Yesterday marked an incredibly sad day for our City. Last evening I received word of a drowning at Carter Lake at Spencer Park. As we await final details regarding this situation from the Oakland County Sheriff's Office, our prayers and condolences go out to the immediate family and friends of the deceased. I met with park leadership and employees last evening. Based on my understanding of the situation, I’m extremely proud of the way in which our … [Read more...]
Visit Borden Park with Mayor Barnett
June 11, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Rochester Hills Mayor's Video Log Entry Now how many of you have driven past this sign hundreds of times, but have never been inside? Come check it out. Hi, I’m Bryan Barnett, Mayor of the City of Rochester Hills, and thanks for watching. You know, it’s not easy to dunk on these ten foot rims out here, but if you come out enough, to beautiful Borden Park, I bet you can do it too. Hey, we’re on our park expedition throughout the summer, and just encouraging our residents to find … [Read more...]
Remembering Community Philanthropist Steve Stolaruk
February 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Steve Stolaruk, Community Philanthropist Honored for Life of Giving Contributed by Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett This morning we learned that Steve Stolaruk, a longtime resident and community supporter, passed away overnight. We were shocked and saddened by the news. Since the time I was elected Mayor of the City of Rochester Hills, I have had the pleasure of working closely with Steve. Over the last ten years, I have found him to be a dynamic individual, passionate about … [Read more...]
Mayor Barnett Goes to Washington
February 2, 2018 by 5 Comments
A Local Perspective on Washington’s Woes By Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett In my leadership role with the U.S. Conference of Mayors, I have been afforded some amazing opportunities to represent the residents of my community while interfacing with some of the nation’s most influential leaders. I found it exhilarating to hear widely divergent points-of-view directly from those leading the conversation, all within a 72-hour period in Washington D.C. last week. I was among a small … [Read more...]
Adams Road Opens for Holiday Weekend
September 2, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Looking for some good news to kick off your Holiday Weekend? As of noon today the Road Commission for Oakland County has completely opened Adams Road between Hamlin and Avon. This section has been closed since July to make needed culvert and bridge repairs. Just in time for the long weekend and the start of school next Tuesday. … [Read more...]
