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AUGUST 23, 2023 Vol. 34, No. 18
SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS
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Consulting firm reveals Sterling’s chances, challenges for 2040
Brian Alsobrooks, also known as Spaghetti Man, dances to the Magic Bus band performing at Dodge Park Aug. 17. Photo by Erin Sanchez
BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
The process of defining Sterling Heights’ vision for the next 17 years or so is currently in motion. During an Aug. 1 Sterling Heights City Council meeting, Strategiz consultant Becky Davenport briefly updated the city on the findings of a SWOT-style analysis that analyzes an organization’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. City Manager Mark Vanderpool credited the existing Visioning 2030 Plan, which was revealed in 2014, for inspiring around $50 million in amenities and investments such as park upgrades, the Dodge Park Farmers Mar-
When a residential or commercial property in Sterling Heights is identified as receiving violations, a sign is placed on the site. While residents participating in the Visioning 2040 plan recently listed strong property values as a strength of Sterling Heights, residents and city staff also listed property maintenance issues as an emerging threat. Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
RESIDENT SEEKS HELP TO GET ‘SPAGHETTI MAN’ A RELIABLE VEHICLE BY ERIC CZARNIK eczarnik@candgnews.com
Sterling Heights resident Dawn King loves attending Sterling Heights events like Music in the Park concerts and watching everyone cut loose on the dance floor. And that includes Brian Alsobrooks, the local dancer known as “Spaghetti Man,” who is often seen wearing a jacket with the nickname inscribed on it.
“No matter who you are … you know about him,” King said. “You get a kick out of him. As far as I’m concerned, he’s a hometown celebrity.” Alsobrooks, 61, from Sterling Heights, is aware of his reputation. He told the Sentry that he has been attending and dancing at local concerts for over 20 years. He said his reputation as Spaghetti Man started in 1991, when he was attending Northern See SPAGHETTI on page 18A
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