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Dog Licensing Reminder Sterling Heights city code requires all dog owners to license their pets. The City Clerk’s Office partners with Pet Data to handle the licensing process. To license your dog, renew an existing license, or update your infor mation, visit the Sterling Heights Pet Data website at petdata.com/for-pet-owners/sth. You can also contact Pet Data at 1-800-574-1453 with any questions.

MEMORIAL DAY PARADE 47Years Strong: Honoring Our Heroes T he city’s patriotic Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

★ MEMORIAL DAY PARADE & CEREMONY MONDAY, MAY 25, 2026 ★

returns Monday, May 25, 2026, marking the 47th year Sterling Heights has honored those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving the country. This year’s ceremony begins at 9 a.m. in the courtyard between City Hall (40555 Utica Road) and the Police Department. The ceremony will feature remarks from the 2026 grand marshal, Mayor Michael C. Taylor, and Arts Commission Chair Jeanne Schabath-Lewis. The annual parade will follow with a 10 a.m. kickoff from the Dodge Park parking lot onto Utica Road and will veer south on Dodge Park Road to Heritage Junior High. The city estimates 100 entries—including marching bands, floats, veterans groups, and community organizations—will participate.

WHY LICENSE YOUR DOG? Protect your pet: A licensed dog is much easier to return home if it becomes lost. Keep the community safe: Licensing helps ensure dogs are vaccinated, reducing the risk of rabies and other diseases. Enjoy city dog parks: A license is required for access to Parks & Recreation dog parks. It’s the law: Michigan requires all dogs over six months old to be licensed.

Plant Exchange Saturday, May 9, 9:30 -11 a.m. at the Nature Center, located at 42700 Utica Rd. This free “green” event, sponsored by the Sterling Heights Beautification Commission, allows gardeners to exchange a variety of native plants. Participants may package their plants in plastic bags, pots, boxes or other small containers. Those exchanging plants can make up cards giving the plant’s name, brief description and care in structions. Gardeners Passport Walk-In Week The City Clerk’s Office will host Passport Walk-In Week from March 23–March 28. No appointment required during this walk-in week event. Residents needing passport services are encouraged to stop by for assistance. Visit sterlingheights.gov/passports for more information.

FLOATS NEEDED! To participate in the parade call 586-446-2470

may also bring gar dening magazines and books to ex change or donate. Selling of plants is not permitted.

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