Julie Matuzak has been a resident of the area for the past 39 years.
She has been active in a variety of community groups serving as Executive Director of the Interfaith Center for Racial Justice, Board Member of Comprehensive Youth Services, and is currently President of the Macomb Cultural & Economic Partnership (MCEP).
The MCEP has been instrumental in bringing public sculpture to Mount Clemens through the Midwest Sculpture Initiative. What started a few years ago with 12 sculptures for a one-year display has this year become 24 sculptures, including eight that have been purchased and are on long-term display. In addition, the organization recently purchased a lot in the city with the intention of commissioning 3-4 sculptures and the creating a small park.
Julie was newly elected as a Clinton Township Trustee after serving one term as a Macomb County Commissioner.