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Local woman leads ‘Giving Hope’ charity group

In Christina Bair's world, giv- Cabaret which raised $20,000
ing begins at home, in her fami- ” for the American Cancer
ly and the local community. This I have always found it Society. In 2018, the cabaret
passion has inspired the Canton to be important to be involved raised nearly $14,000.
Township resident to focus her Giving Hope, Women's Giving
philanthropic energy on the in my community - supporting Circle marks its 13th year in
Plymouth Canton Giving Hope, community-based programs... 2019 and Bair in cooperation
Women's Giving Circle. with the board will examine
“I joined Giving Hope in 2015 how the group moves forward.
after attending the group's sig- future needs, and the opportu- Derek, have been married for It will be a year of reflection,
nature event - Give the Kids a nity of philanthropic collabora- more than 30 years. Derek Bair, explained Bair.
Bed - that supported First Step,'' tion with other women who MD is the director of neonatol- “The advisory board along
said Bair. (The event raised share a like -minded interest of ogy at Beaumont Hospital in with the membership will look
$13,000 for First Step). community,'' added Bair. Dearborn. The couple has two at what we have accomplished
This year she takes the reins Bair has served as chair of adult children, Emily, who and where we see the organiza-
of the organization as chair of the group special events com- holds a master's in public health tion going forward.”
the group advisory board. mittee and also helped plan and nutritional science from Joining Bair on the advisory
Bair believes that nonprofits issue-oriented programs. These the University of Michigan and board are Eva Davis, Linda Christina Bair
can help create great change for included a 2017 panel discus- Nicholas, an artist who has Demmer, Michelle Farell,
the good of a community and sion to raise awareness about exhibited throughout the metro Sharon Fillips, Denise Murray, Bair explained that beyond
understands it requires rallying human trafficking and in 2018 a area. Dianne Neihengen, Joan the financial support that
individual resources to make it community conversation on Christina Bair was born in Noricks, Jackie Norris, Susan Giving Hope provides, “it is also
happen. mental health awareness and North Carolina and grew up in Rosiek, Dian Slavens and Jane committed to educating our
She's convinced that Giving suicide prevention. southern Ohio. She graduated Vesche. community on important issues
Hope is the organization that Bair and other members of from the University of Toledo Expanding membership is (i.e., human trafficking, suicide
can do just that. the special events committee with a bachelor's degree in ele- key in meeting community prevention). Educational offer-
“I was inspired by the also organized an educational mentary and special education needs, she said. ings are open to the public pro-
women of Giving Hope who had expo for local nonprofits in 2017 and taught in Houston. “We would like to expand viding practical information for
worked on this event support- to highlight their message to “When my children were our membership of women that the community and how mem-
ing other women and young residents and businesses in the younger I supported the schools are interested in supporting bers of the community can sup-
children from our community Plymouth and Canton commu- either directly by being in the local philanthropy but just as port efforts to improve out-
that were in need.” nities. classrooms or outside by sup- important we need to continue comes in the community via
Women of like-mind and Her focus on local philan- porting the district at local, assessing what our community philanthropic endeavors, volun-
multiple talents combining thropy is an extension of her county, and state levels. needs are - the greater teering and more.”
forces is a key in forging passion for family. “My son, Nicholas is an artist Plymouth-Canton community Bair said she and the adviso-
change, she said. “My passion has always been so I have always supported the has grown in size and diversity ry board look forward to hear-
“I wanted to be a part of the my family. I have always found arts. I am a member of the since Giving Hope, Women's ing from women throughout the
organization's planning process it to be important to be involved Plymouth Community Arts Giving Circle was created.” community on how Giving Hope
and the philanthropic efforts to in my community - supporting Council and served for three Giving Hope currently has 75 can have an even more power-
support women and children. I community-based programs years as a board member.” members including attorneys, ful impact. Visit the Giving
like the fundamental tenant of that benefit our schools, the She also enjoys singing and accountants, business owners, a Hope link at www.cantonfoun-
Giving Hope that the funds stay arts, and those members of our has participated in various library director, homemakers, dation.org, email at
in our community to support community that are in need,'' chorale groups most recently nonprofit leaders, retirees, edu- GivingHopeWGC@gmail.com,
those in need, that an endow- she said. the American Cancer Society cators and women currently call (734) 495-1200 or on
ment had been established for Bair and her husband, Canton-Plymouth Relay for Life serving in local government. Facebook for more information.

Schools He, too, anticipates if one or two more Clarification

closed school days are needed, a state of
emergency status from Lansing would In a story last week, Plymouth Township Clerk Jerry Vorva was erroneously
FROM PAGE 1 occur. referred to as Plymouth Township Treasurer.
“This winter has been challenging,” The Eagle regrets the error and any confusion it may have caused.
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools' added Brandon, noting snow, ice and
Director of Communications Nicholas extreme cold have each canceled
Brandon noted newer technology gets Plymouth-Canton classes this school
the word out, too. year. NOTICE TO RESIDENTS
Plymouth-Canton officials push notifi- Educators hope the next school year is CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
cation through the district mobile app “kinder” when it comes to weather. “It's
If you experience an overflow or backup of a sewage disposal system or storm water system, you must file a written claim
that “has given us pretty much instant been an unusual year for us. Hopefully with the Charter Township of Canton, Division of Public Works within 45 days after the overflow or backup was discovered.
communication. We're able to get the next year is better,” said Kudlak. Notice should be mailed to Charter Township of Canton, Division of Public Works, 1150 S. Canton Center, Canton, Michigan
word out in a matter of minutes,” said Jenny Johnson, communications 48188. Failure to provide the written notice will prevent recovery of damages. Contact the Division of Public Works at 734/397-
1011 for assistance immediately upon discovery of an overflow or backup.
Brandon. director for the Wayne-Westland
THANK YOU
A non-official Plymouth-Canton par- Community Schools, noted, “Wayne- CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ent Facebook discussion group helps, Westland is not at the point where we DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS
too. “We're grateful for their involvement. will have to make up snow days so our Publish: March 14 and March 21, 2019 CN1843 - 031419 2.5 x 1.722
It's challenging for everyone” when a calendar will not have to be adjusted,” as
school day is called off, noted Brandon. of March 6.
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Plymouth-Canton district has In the Romulus Community Schools CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
experienced six snow days this school District, too, no make up days will so far NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
year, so no makeups are yet required. be necessary as the district has experi- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Michigan Public Act 110 of 2006, of the State of Michigan, as amended, and pursuant
“We're feeling very good about it con- enced only six snow days so far this year, to the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Canton that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Canton
sidering it's early March,” said Brandon. within the state allotment. will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 1, 2019 in the First Floor Meeting Room of the Canton Township Administration
Building, 1150 S. Canton Center Road at 7:00 p.m. on the following proposed special land use request as provided in Section
27.03 of the Canton Township Zoning Ordinance:
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON HAYDEN'S MULTI-TENANT SPECIAL LAND USE - CONSIDER REQUEST FOR SPECIAL LAND USE APPROVAL
INVITATION TO BID FOR A MULTI-TENANT BUILDING AS REQUIRED IN SECTIONS 6.08D.1 (GENERAL OFFICE), 6.08D.2 (MED-
ICAL/DENTAL CLINICS), 6.08D.11(TRAINING/EDUCATION CENTER), 6.08D.17 (STANDARD BAR/RESTAURANT
WITH CONVENIENCE PICKUP WINDOW), 6.08D.19 (SPECIALTY RETAIL/BUSINESS SERVICES/PERSONAL SER-
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed VICE ESTABLISHMENTS) AND 6.08D.20 (GENERAL RETAIL) FOR PARCEL NO. 049 99 0001 704 (39895 FORD).
bids at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 2019 for the following:
Property is located south of Ford Road and east of Lotz Road.
ZERO TURN COMMERCIAL MOWERS
Written comments addressed to the Planning Commission should be received at the Canton Township Administration Building,
1150 Canton Center S. prior to Thursday, March 28, 2019 in order to be included in the materials submitted for review.
Bids may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on our website at www.canton-mi.org, or you may contact Mike
Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name, company SEE ATTACHED MAP Greg Greene, Chairman
name, address and telephone number and date and time of bid opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any Publish: Newspaper-March 14, 2019
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in employment or the provision of services.
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS

The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at
the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Charter Township
of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs,
or activities.
Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac-
tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of
the ADA.
Effective Communication: The Charter Township of Canton will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services
leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the Charter Township
of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other
ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments.
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies
and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi-
ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
are generally prohibited.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par-
ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human
Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its
programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities
should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road,
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260.
The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu-
als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev-
ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
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