King of nonprofit turn- around takes on Patterson for Oakland County seat. King of nonprofit turn- around takes on Patterson for Oakland County seat. By Crystal Proxmire. Originally printed 1/2. Issue 2. 00. 4 - Between The Lines News) ROYAL OAK - Between The Lines readers will recognize Kevin Howley as the energetic whiz Interim Executive Director of Affirmations, Ruth Ellis Center and Friends Schools of Detroit when those organizations needed transitional leadership. But he's also a seasoned private sector business administrator who, among other successes, was the second- in- command of the largest envelope producer in the world. But one thing that Kevin Howley is not, is a politician. Yet at 5. 2 years old, he is jumping in with both feet and executing a full- time campaign against the man who has been running Oakland County for the past 2. Brooks Patterson was about Howley's age when he gave up being Oakland County Prosecutor to run for the top Oakland County Executive job two decades ago, and Howley thinks it's time for a change. We've gone through a process that we have done for years. The court system said the plan is fine, let's move on. But instead Brooks (Patterson) decides he doesn't like the plan and they have a lobbyist that is paid for by the taxpayers up in Lansing lobbying for this partisan bill for partisan purposes. This kind of partisan politics is appalling. And out in the private sector, in the factories and on the job, you couldn't tell the difference between a Republican and a Democrat. At the end of the day we are not a partisan county. I don't want politics. I want good government. We were able to spot that trend coming and to prepare the company for it so they could run more efficiently and focus on growth by capturing market share, minimize losses and remain viable. He and his partner Jason are now fathers of two; thirteen- year- old Langston, and Lily who is almost six. Official Program of Dedication, Farmington Historical Marker, Farmington, Michigan, September 11, 1965, 2:00 P.M. Oakland County, Michigan is a stone's throw from Detroit's infamous 8-Mile and the streets here are just as tough--but the deputies and inmates who run Oakland County Jail's 'Turn- Around' program are even tougher. They are physical, vocal and in-your-face. I also wanted to do the kind of work I was doing in a way that had more impact in helping people. For most projects he came on for a matter of months and gave the organizations a fresh look at their budgets and other circumstances, while also giving them peace of mind that someone experienced was at the helm while they took the time to search for longer- term leadership. Howley said that every situation is different, and more complicated than can be explained in a quick talking point. Though, essentially, there are three things he does when he assumes leadership of an organization: 1. Realign the organization's operating budget to make sure expenses match revenues. Evaluate the organization's ongoing business model by program to address issues of sustainability. Strengthen the organization's balance sheet. These same principles can be applied to Oakland County to give a fresh look at where taxpayer's money is being spent. Effectiveness is not being evaluated. It's not just about cutting programs, but about making strategic investments that work. Whatever we've been doing for 2. Maybe we need to look at things like Automation Alley, and move beyond the automotive industry. One of the largest cities in our county is in the national news, with the mayor making anti- gay remarks and their challenges with the transit center. Why was the county not more engaged in these conversations? These issues affect the entire county. But where was Brooks?
Oakland County Jail U Turn Program Featured on A&E Oakland County Jail U Turn Program Featured on A&E (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 14, 2013) The Oakland County “U Turn” Program was featured on the A&E TV series “Beyond Scared Straight” on July10, and. Oakland County, Michigan is a stone's throw from Detroit's infamous 8-Mile and the streets here are just as tough--but the deputies and inmates who run Oakland County Jail's Turn-Around program are even tougher. Aired on: Aug 25, 2011 Available.
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