NEW! - 1 new job opening available in the DCC Opportunities Section! (posted 1/18/2012) DCC has just posted a new job opening in the Opportunites section. Click here for more information! NEW! - RFP for Bulk Treated Road Salt (posted 12/20/2011) The Downriver Department of Public Works/Service (DPW/S) has released a Request for Sealed Bids for Bulk Treated Road Salt. Bids will be accepted until February 9, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. Click here for more information! NEW! - Michigan Homeowner Assistance Nonprofit Housing Corporation (MHA) (posted 9/29/2011) The Michigan Homeowner Assistance Nonprofit Housing Corporation (MHA) acting through Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) has received federal funds from the U.S. Treasury Department to help Michigan take a step forward through a comprehensive, statewide strategy aimed at helping homeowners at high risk of default or foreclosure. Click here for info: www.stepforwardmichigan.org FASTTRAC NEW VENTURE CLASSES TO START IN DECEMBER A 10-week business development class featuring the nationally acclaimed FastTrac NewVenture curriculum will be presented by the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center (MI-SBTDC) this December in Southfield and Southgate. This program helps entrepreneurs evaluate business opportunities and develop an action plan for owning their own business. Written by entrepreneurs for aspiring entrepreneurs, NewVenture offers essential business information to help develop entrepreneurial skills and build a business on a strong foundation. Call (734) 487-0902 to register for the Pre-Business Research & FastTrac orientation closest to you or visit the online training calendar (and search Business Start-Up). Additional information about FastTrac in Southeast Michigan Wayne County Mortgage Foreclosure Prevention Program (MFPP) Provides NO-FEE, confidential help to Wayne County residents at risk of mortgage foreclosure. MFPP’s network of Certified Counselors has helped over 3,000 residents across Wayne County avoid or manage a mortgage foreclosure. Act Now! We want you to always call Wayne County Home! Click here for more info. Donations Needed! DCC’s Chrysalis Boutique is in need of donations! The boutique provides free clothing to low-income individuals for job interviews and work. We are in dire need of maternity clothes, junior and petite sizes, men’s clothing, and winter coats, boots, hats, scarves and gloves.Click here to find out how you can help!