Warren Councilman Jonathan Lafferty

10/22/2026

Doc Brown, the Angel of District 2, and a Cat treated children with candy this evening at Warren Parks and Recreation annual Harvest Treat! Happy Halloween, everyone!!

10/20/2026

Today, Councilwoman Mindy Moore and I had the opportunity to attend Live Fire Search & Rescue Training for the Warren Fire Department, held at Halmich Park.

Live Fire Training provides a realistic environment for firefighters to practice entering a structure engulfed in smoke and flame to practice their search, rescue, and fire extinguishment techniques. The firefighter crews enter the structure against heat and smoke of a live fire that also involves near pitch-black conditions. The crew must then search for victim(s) who have otherwise become incapacitated, locate and extinguish the fire, and also coordinate the removal of the victim(s).

If replicating the dangerous and challenging environment was not enough, the crews must fully suit-up with all their required protective gear, air tanks, and arm themselves with destructive implements, attach hoses to the hydrant and fire engine, and run those hoses into the structure. Communications with the managing command officers outside and those within battling the flames was ongoing throughout the exercise.

This training was the "real-deal".

The opportunity to observe this live training underscores my commitment and reminds me why I consistently offer my support to provide funding for ongoing training, equipment upgrades, and continue to refresh our emergency vehicle fleet: to provide only the best emergency response services to my neighbors. When these services are needed at a time when people are at their most desperate hour, the Warren Fire Department arrives well-prepared, well-trained, and well-equipped for any situation.

I am proud to support the Warren Fire Department and all of our first responders. Thank you for your service to the City of Warren!

**Special thanks to Garry Watts for sharing his expert camera work.

10/17/2026

A warm welcome to Noon Cafe & Curry now open on the SW corner of 12 Mile and Ryan. A beautiful and creative atmosphere, delicious food, and courteous family-based staff awaits you. Warren is open for business!

10/14/2026

Congratulations to Training Chief Joe Schehr and Battalion Chief Tom Baumann! Thank you for your unmatched drive for excellence in service to our community!!

🎓 Congratulations to Two of Warren Fire Department’s Leaders! 🚒

The Warren Fire Department is proud to recognize Training Chief Joe Schehr and Battalion Chief Tom Baumann on their graduation from the 28th Eastern Michigan University School of Fire Staff and Command Executive Leadership Program.

Eastern Michigan University’s School of Fire Staff and Command is an intensive program designed to prepare professional fire officers for senior leadership positions within the fire service. The program includes 350 hours of competency-based education over 10 months, challenging fire officers to move beyond traditional operational practices that strengthen their skills in leadership, management, strategic thinking, and problem-solving.

Throughout the program, participants receive advanced education in areas including strategic planning, executive decision-making, municipal budgeting, incident command systems, risk management, and fire service administration.

Completion of this program represents significant professional accomplishment. It also reflects the Warren Fire Department’s continued investment in developing leaders who are prepared to meet the increasingly complex challenges facing today’s fire service.

Please join us in congratulating Training Chief Joe Schehr and Battalion Chief Tom Baumann on this outstanding professional achievement and their continued dedication to the Warren Fire Department and the community we proudly serve! 🎓🚒

09/15/2026

09/12/2026

Attended the City of Warren Police and Fire Open House with Councilwoman Mindy Moore and Councilmembers Dave Dwyer and Gary Boike. This annual event showcases the investment in public safety, latest innovations, emergency vehicles, and services provided to residents of Warren.

Special features included a K9 training demonstration, vehicle extrication, cable hoist, and smoke house experience. Many thanks to our police officers and firefighters for sharing their time, skills, and talents with the community they are dedicated to serving!

09/11/2026

...thine alabaster cities gleam, undimmed by human tears

May the memory of all those lost on this day 25 years ago remain forever in our hearts.

Image courtesy of the City of Warren, Michigan

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, the Warren City Council proudly honors the working men and women whose dedication, skill, and perseverance have helped build our city and strengthen our nation.
We also recognize the labor movement and the generations of workers who fought for fair wages, safe working conditions, reasonable hours, and dignity in the workplace. Their efforts created protections and opportunities that continue to benefit working families today.
To all who serve our community through their daily work, and especially those working today to keep us safe, healthy, and supported, thank you.

The Warren City Council wishes everyone a safe, restful, and happy Labor Day!

08/27/2026

BIRTHDAY BASH + SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT! The Birthday Bash may end on Saturday evening, but the entertainment continues through Sunday evening. Check out Lisa Mary, Raputa (J.Geils Tribute), Slick Jimmy, and Mainstream Drive - all performing Sunday at Warren Civic Square.

06/14/2026

Proudly flying the American Flag honoring the 249th anniversary where the Continental Congress established the Stars and Stripes as a national symbol of unity and freedom.

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