About  MARK H. GRABOW

Mark Grabow was born on the family farm in Macomb Township.  Raised by hard working parents, Mark and his three siblings were taught about hard work and family values at an early age. His parents taught him that no matter what path you take in life honesty, integrity and total commitment were the measures of success. As a young man, Mark became an active member of the Macomb County Sheriff’s Explorers. Through this program (a chapter of the Boys Scouts of America), Mark realized that public service, especially law enforcement, were of great interest to him. Still today, he often participates in the summer youth programs for the Macomb County Sheriff’s Department through the Marine Division and Explorers Program. 

After graduating from Anchor Bay High School, Mark obtained a license to drive a school bus.  This was the beginning of his career in the transportation industry.  He also worked as the personal chauffer to a prominent local family.  Staying close to his dedication to public service, Mark was hired as an EMS/Fire Department Dispatcher by Ruehle‘s Ambulance Service. Mark has spent 21 years in the EMS and Fire Service.  He has been a part-paid Firefighter/MFR for 17 years with the Macomb Township Fire Department.  Mark and his amazing wife Kim, have a total of almost 30 combined years with the Macomb Township Fire Department.  Mark holds the rank of Fire Firefighter and is a Medical First Responder.  He has numerous licenses and certifications from the Macomb County Fire Training Academy and Macomb County Community College in Fire Service, Emergency Medical Service and Managerial Programs. Kim is the Medical Training Officer for Macomb Township Fire Department.   

Mark has been with the DuPont Corporation since 1988. For the past 16 years Mark has managed the warehouse group responsible for handling inbound/outbound logistics of materials and the vehicles used in the transportation of all hazardous and bulk materials along with semi and finished products

Additionally, Mark and Kim own and operate Brentwood Limousine of Macomb.  In 1997, Mark along with presidents and CEO’s of several transportation specialists formed the "Great Lakes Limousine Association”.  Since its conception Mark has worked tirelessly to organize and establish industry standards all in the interest of public safety.  The Association has been responsible for setting standards for safety, exposing companies that operate illegally and companies that unethically monopolize sectors of the business population through kick-backs, political favors that are often seen in the operation of airports and municipally owned venues.  The unionization of livery owners in the Association has provided them to participate in governmental changes that affect the industry.

Despite the demands of his work and professional organizations, Mark always finds the time to participate in charitable community events. His caring and generous nature along with his strong commitments to home and family, are the forces that keep him involved. Recently, he and Kim made a sizable donation to the Senior Citizen’s Group of Macomb Township in an effort to help the seniors purchase an Automated External Defibrillator for the Senior Center.  This decision came after the Township Board and its current Supervisor denied the purchase.  Care House, a center for abused children, Michigan Special Olympics, and the Macomb County Sheriff’s Association are just a few of the local charities and fund raisers Mark participates in.

Mark Grabow has a strong belief that if we take care of OUR Township, we take care of ourselves!  As a lifelong resident, Mark realizes that it is time for a change in the governing of this great community. Mark wants to address issues of fair practice, the building and supporting of small and large business alike, and the needed improvement of our roads.  One of his greatest concerns is the issue of public safety.  In this difficult economic time, he also knows fiscal responsibility and accountability are very important to the residents and to the future of Macomb Township. Mark believes all residents should be treated with respect.  He is passionate in that the Macomb Township Supervisor Board, including the Supervisor must work as a team with the people that elected them into their positions.  He feels that the Board and the people of the community must wok as a team to improve the community.