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Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings – March 28, 2017
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton was held Tuesday, March 28, 2017 at 1150 Canton
Center S., Canton, Michigan. Supervisor Williams called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag.
Roll Call
Members Present: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Director Hohenberger, Director Faas, Director Meier, Director Trumbull Erika Hidalgo Staff Absent: None
Adoption
of Agenda
Motion by Anthony, supported by Sneideman to amend the agenda to remove Item G-11 and to add Item G-14 - Consider
Approving Revisions to the Public Safety IT Position. Motion carried unanimously.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Siegrist, sup-
ported by Graham-Hudak to approve the Board Meeting Minutes of February 28, 2017 as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to approve the Board Study Session Minutes of March 4, 2017 as presented. Motion car-
ried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve the Board Study Session Minutes of March 21, 2017 as
presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Special Presentation:
Dan Hampton, Waiver Manager for The Senior Alliance, gave an
overview/update of The Senior Alliance to the board.
Citizen’s Non-Agenda Item Comments:
Kathy Filas, Canton resident, com-
mented on the ordinance covering massage establishments and questioned the 1000 ft. restriction. Director Faas explained it is cov-
ered by the zoning ordinances. Clerk Siegrist agreed to assist Filas in locating this information on line. Bob Cieslak, 42203
Greenwood Drive, commented on Willow Creek, and the 1987 flooding of 4 lots at the corner of Greenwood and Lilley Roads.
Cieslak claims he has contacted both Wayne County and Canton regarding a flooding problem with no solution to the problem. He
is requesting the township’s assistance in resolving this matter. Director Faas stated the county receives $5000/mile to maintain the
drain system. Final financial responsibility for repairs would normally fall to the property owners. Faas agreed to coordinate a meet-
ing involving the county, the township, and the homeowners association(s) to facilitate the repair and special assessment options.
Typically, the county, not the township, handles the assessment. This drain is the largest county drain in the township. Per Supervisor
Williams suggestion, Faas agreed to arrange a meeting with Wayne County, Canton Township and the effected associations. Faas
will contact Cieslak, as well as the adjoining condominium and/or homeowners associations with details. George Miller, 1946
Briarfield, commented on drain problems along Sheldon Road north of Palmer Road. Miller asked about cleaning of the ditches
within the township as well. Supervisor Williams agreed to respond to Miller after he obtains the proper information.
Payment of
Bills
Motion by Slavens, supported by Anthony to approve payment of the bills as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
RESO-
LUTION: Canton is a Welcoming Community. (Supv)
Motion by Foster, supported by Siegrist to adopt the following resolution
and enter into public record. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWN-
SHIP OF CANTON Resolution – Canton Is A Welcoming Community WHEREAS,
Canton recognizes and celebrates the
unique ethnic, cultural and religious diversity of our community; and
WHEREAS,
the Board of Trustees has taken note of recent
events and rhetoric occurring in our country targeting various immigrant and religious populations; and
WHEREAS,
the Board of
Trustees desires to assure all residents of Canton’s commitment to accepting all nationalities and cultures; and
WHEREAS,
the
Board of Trustees encourages all residents to be the eyes and ears of our community and report any discriminatory events or actions;
and
WHEREAS,
the Board of Trustees encourages residents to know their neighbors and to stand with them in the face of dis-
crimination and hate;
WHEREAS,
the Board of Trustees confirms its dedication to the rights and dignity of citizens of all faiths
and beliefs;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,
that Canton Township reaffirms its commitment, first declared in
September of 2015, to equal opportunity for all residents free from harassment or intimidation. We will continue to promote reli-
gious and ethnic diversity and acceptance, and declare that the civil rights of all of our residents be protected and preserved. Signed:
Pat Williams, Supervisor Date: March 28, 2017
PUBLIC HEARING: PH-1: Public Hearing for 2017 Sidewalk Repair
Program. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to open the Public Hearing at 7:28 p.m. to hear comments on the
necessity of sidewalk repairs pursuant to the Township Sidewalk Ordinance, Sidewalk Repair Program Policy and as provided in
Public Act 80 of the Public Acts of 1989. Motion carried unanimously. Faas presented an overview of the Sidewalk Repair Program
in Canton to the board. Director Faas explained to the audience members if they have questions regarding their individual proper-
ties, they should contact Erika Hidalgo, Township Engineer – 734-394-5150. A complete copy of the PowerPoint presentation is
available in the Township Clerk’s Office, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton MI 48188 during regular business hours or by call-
ing 734-394-5120. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to close the Public Hearing at 7:47 p.m. after hearing the comments
on the necessity of sidewalk repairs to the Township Sidewalk Ordinance, Sidewalk Repair Program Policy and as provided in
Public Act 80 of the Public Acts of 1989. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to adopt the fol-
lowing resolution requiring replacement of sidewalks in Holiday Park #1, Holiday Park #2 and Holiday Park #3, and miscellaneous
locations as indicated on the attached list and published in the Canton Eagle on March 9, 2017 & March 16, 2017. Motion carried
unanimously
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Resolution Approving
2017 Sidewalk Repair Program Parcel List
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to adopt the replacement of sidewalks pur-
suant to the Township Sidewalk Ordinance and Sidewalk Repair Program Policy Provided in Public Act 80 of the Public Acts of
1989 in Holiday Park #1, Holiday Park #2, Holiday Park #3 and Miscellaneous locations as indicated on the attached list and pub-
lished in the Canton Eagle on March 9 & March 16, 2017. Michael Siegrist Canton Township Clerk
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Item C-1. Appointment to Downtown Development Authority Board – N. Sitto. (Supv)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by
Sneideman that the Canton Township Board of Trustees appoint Nada Sitto to serve on the Board of Directors of the Downtown
Development Authority of the Charter Township of Canton for a four-year term ending March 28, 2021. Motion carried unani-
mously.
Item C-2: Appointment to the Downtown Development Authority Board – B. Patterson. (Supv)
Motion by Siegrist,
supported by Sneideman that the Canton Township Board of Trustees appoint Bartley Patterson to serve on the Board of Directors
of the Downtown Development Authority of the Charter Township of Canton for a four-year term ending May 14, 2021. Motion
carried unanimously.
Item C-3. Approval of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Advisory Council Bylaw
Amendments. (FBD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman that the proposed bylaws for the CDBG Advisory Council be
approved as written. Motion carried unanimously.
Item C-4. Resolution Declaring the Month of April as “Fair Housing Month”
in Canton Township. (FBD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to adopt the following resolution declaring the month of
April as “Fair Housing Month” in Canton Township. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Resolution Declaring the Month of April as “Fair Housing Month” in Canton
Township.
WHEREAS,
the year 2017 marks the 49th anniversary of the passage of the Federal Fair Housing Act: Title VIII of the
Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended; and
WHEREAS,
this law guarantees that housing throughout the United States should be
made available to all citizens without regard to race, color, religion, sex, family status, disability or national origin; and
WHERE-
AS,
equality of opportunity for all is a fundamental policy of this nation, state and township; and
WHEREAS,
barriers which
diminish the rights and limit the options of any citizen will ultimately diminish the rights of all citizens.
NOW THEREFORE BE
IT RESOLVED that the Charter Township of Canton Board of Trustees designates the month of April 2017 as “Fair Housing
Month” in Canton Township. We encourage the residents of our community to join in this observance
Date: March 28, 2017 Pat
Williams, Canton Supervisor
GENERALCALENDAR: Item G-1. Consider Approval of a Site Plan for Sheldon Office Center.
(MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to adopt the following resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLU-
TION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Site Plan for Sheldon Office Center WHERE-
AS,
the Project Sponsor, Mr. Laith Jonna, has requested site plan approval for the Sheldon Office Center to be located on Sheldon
Road between Warren and Hanford Roads, identified as tax EDP # 037-99-0001-005; and,
WHEREAS,
the Planning Commission
reviewed the site plan and made a recommendation to approve the request to grant site plan approval, with conditions, as summa-
rized in the attached written analysis and recommendation.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,
the Board of Trustees of
the Charter Township of Canton, Michigan does hereby approve the request of the petitioner, Mr. Laith Jonna, to approve the site
plan for the proposed Sheldon Office Center subject to any and all state and local development regulations and further subject to
any conditions recommended by the Planning Commission and staff, as described in the analysis and recommendation attached
hereto and made a part hereof. Roll Call: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Ayes: Anthony,
Foster, Graham-Hudak, Siegrist, Slavens, Sneideman, Williams Nays: None Abstain: None Absent: None I hereby certify that the
foregoing is a true and complete copy of a Motion adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, County of
Wayne, State of Michigan, at a regular meeting held on the 28 th Day of March. 2017 and that said meeting was conducted and pub-
lic notice of said meeting was given pursuant to and in full compliance with the Open Meetings Act, being Act 267, Public Acts of
Michigan, 1976, and that the minutes of said meeting were kept and will be or have been made available as required by said Act.
Dated: March 28, 2017 Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk Charter Township of Canton
Item G-2. Consider Approval of a Minor
Amendment to the Grandview Estates Planned Development Agreement Relative to Brick Percentage. (MSD)
Motion by
Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to pass the following resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF
TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Approval of a Minor Amendment to the Planned Development for
Grandview Estates Site Condominium WHEREAS,
the Project Sponsor has requested a minor amendment to the Grandview
Estates Planned Development, located south of Geddes Road between Denton and Barr Roads; and,
WHEREAS,
the Planning
Commission voted to recommend approval, based on the finding that the proposed amendment is consistent with the goals and
objectives of the Zoning Ordinance and approved Planned Development Agreement; and,
WHEREAS,
the Board has reviewed the
proposed amendment and determines the proposal to be consistent with the Zoning Ordinance and Approved Planned Development
Agreement, subject to the conditions described in the analysis and recommendations attached hereto and made a part hereof.
NOW
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,
the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton, Michigan does hereby grant
approval of the requested minor amendment to the Planned Development Agreement for Grandview Estates , located on tax parcels
#s 121-99-0012-000, 121-99-0013-000, 121-99-0014-000, 121-99-0015-001, 121-99-0015-002, 121-99-0024-002, 121-99-0025-
000, 121-99-0026-000, 121-99-0027-000, 121-99-0028-000, 121-99-0029-000, 121-99-0030-000, 121-99-0032-000, 121-99-0033-
000, 121-99-0034-000, and 121-99-0038-702, pertaining to a modification to the minimum brick/masonry requirements as provid-
ed for in the attached amendment.
Item G-3. Consider Preliminary Approval of the Westchester III Preliminary Planned
Development. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to adopt the following resolution. Motion carried unanimous-
ly.
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Preliminary Approval of the
Planned Development for Westchester III Site Condominium WHEREAS,
the Project Sponsor has requested preliminary
approval for the Westchester III Planned Development, located south of Warren Road and west of Ridge Road on tax parcel # 025-
99-0004-701.; and,
WHEREAS,
the Planning Commission voted to recommend preliminary approval, based on the findings that
the proposed planned development is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan; and,
WHEREAS,
the
Board has reviewed the proposed preliminary planned development and determines the proposal to be consistent with the Zoning
Ordinance regulations and development objectives subject to the conditions described in the analysis and recommendations attached
hereto and made a part hereof.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED,
the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of
Canton, Michigan does hereby grant preliminary approval of the Westchester III Planned Development on tax parcel # 025-99-0004-
701 as proposed.
Item G-4. Consider Award of Contract for the Spring 2017 Street Tree Planting Program to Reliable
Landscaping. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to award a contract for street tree planting and watering for the
Spring 2017 Tree Planting Program to Reliable Landscaping for a total amount not-to-exceed $23,000.00. Motion carried unani-
mously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Graham-Hudak to adopt the following resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
RESO-
LUTION OF BOARD OF TRUSTEES CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Street Tree Maintenance and Planting on
County Roads WHEREAS;
street tree maintenance and planting on county roads is a community priority; and
WHEREAS;
Wayne County has agreed to allow streetscape maintenance and improvements to be performed on county roads within rights-of-
way provided the community agrees to maintain and indemnify Wayne County relative to installation of the plantings:
NOW
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT,
The Charter Township of Canton agrees to: maintain the permitted tree planting at no
expense to Wayne County; fulfill all permit obligations and conditions; indemnify, hold harmless and defend Wayne County and its
officials and employees against all damage claims, suits or judgments of any kind or nature arising as a result of the permitted activ-
ity; and designates and authorizes the Municipal Services Director to sign the permit on behalf of the Township.
Item G-5.
Consider Approval of Payment of the Annual GIS Software Maintenance Fees to ESRI (Environmental Systems Research
Institute, Inc.). (FBD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to authorize the payment to ESRI for Maintenance and Support
from March 2017 to March 2018, for a total cost not-to-exceed of $23,600. Funds are available in the 2017 Budget in the accounts
specified. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-6. Consider Approval of a $31,365 Increase OF P.O. NO. 2016-00001760 for
Professional Design and Construction Engineering Services by Northwest Consultants, Inc. for the 2017 Water Main
Projects. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to increase of P.O. No. 2016-00001760 for the 2016 Water Main CIP
Design to Northwest Consultants, Inc. in the amount of $31,365 from Account #592-536.970_0050 for a total P.O. amount of
$80,562. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-7. Consider Approval of Annual Maintenance & Technical Support Agreement
for Cityworks Asset Management Software. (MSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to approve payment of the
Annual software Maintenance and Technical Support Agreement for Cityworks from Azteca Systems, Inc., 11075 South State St.,
Suite 24, Sandy, UT 84070 and approve a purchase order for a not-to-exceed amount of $40,000. Motion carried unanimously.
Item
G-8. Consider Bid Award for ADA Play Feature at Heritage Park. (CLS)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Slavens to award
the bid for the CDBG Improvement Project for the ADA Play Feature at Heritage Park to Playworld Midstates, 5828 Zarley Street,
New Albany, Ohio 43054-9762 in an amount not to exceed $24,916.50 to be paid from Account #274-666.849, Community
Development Block Grant Fund. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-9. Consider Approval of a Budget Amendment and
Authorization of Purchase Order for the Security Systems Upgrade. (CLS)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to
approve the following budget amendments:
Motion carried unanimously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Graham-Hudak to approve a 2017 purchase order for card access
control system upgrades from Interstate Security Inc., 51233 Oro Drive, Shelby Twp., MI 48315 in the total amount of $25,425 with
funds to be paid from Account #207-301-50.970_0010 (Police Capital Outlay Computers & Equip) in the amount of $8,367.50 and
Account #246-750.970_0020 (Capital Outlay Buildings & Improvements) in the amount of $17,057.50. Motion carried unani-
mously.
Item G-10. Consider Bid Award for Prisoner Cell Block Improvements and Approve Budget Amendment. (CLS)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to award the bid for the Prisoner Cell block Improvements to RAM Construction
Services of Michigan, 13800 Eckles Road, Livonia, MI 48150, in an amount not to exceed $97,335. Motion carried unanimously.
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Graham-Hudak to approve the amendment to the 2017 Police Budget as follows: Increase
Revenues: Police – Fund Balance Appropriation: #207-000-695 by $97,000.00. Increase Appropriations: Maintenance & Repair of
Buildings: #207-301.50.930_0020 by $97,000.00. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-11. Consider Sale of Canton Property
and Authorize Supervisor to Sign All Documents Necessary to Close on the Sale. (Supv.) – Removed Item G-12. Consider
the Purchase of a One-Year Extended Warranty for 800 MHz Radios. (PSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Sneideman to
approve purchase of a Motorola one-year extended warranty for 258 radios in the amount of $17.131.20 from ComSource Inc.,
41271 Concept Drive, Plymouth, Michigan 48170. Motion carried unanimously.
Item G-13. Consider the Purchase of 43 Self-
Contained Breathing Apparatus Units. (PSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported by Foster to approve the purchase of 43 SCBA units
and associated equipment in the amount of $339,401.55, from Apollo Fire Equipment, Romeo, Michigan. Motion carried unani-
mously. Motion by Siegrist, supported by Graham-Hudak to approve the following amendment to the 2017 Fire Budget: Fire
Revenue – #206-000-501 Federal Grants: Increase by $256,182.00 Fire Expense – #206-336-50.990 Transfer to Fund Balance:
Decrease by $ 83,220.00 Fire Expense – #206-336-50.970.0030 Capital – Equipment: Increase by $339,402.00 Motion carried
unanimously.
Item G-14. Consider Approving Revisions to the Public Safety IT Position. (PSD)
Motion by Siegrist, supported
by Slavens to approve the revised job description and title for a Public Safety Dispatch and System Supervisor, classified at Grade
6 of the Non-Union Classified Employee Grade System. Motion carried unanimously.
ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT:
George Miller, 1946 Briarfield, asked for a list of Township owned properties and a list of properties under consideration to sell
Miller asked why asbestos watermain in the township have not been replaced sooner. Miller asked why the section of watermain on
Briarfield was not listed as being replaced in item G-6. Director Faas explained the section of Briarfield was one of the 3 sections
listed in item G-6 that will be replaced.
OTHER:
Trustee Graham-Hudak recommended the township investigate the certification
process for “Canton as a Welcoming Community”. Trustee Foster explained the criteria is still being developed for this as well as
with the program “Not in Our Town” - Gold Star Certification. Clerk Siegrist added his support for pursuing the certifications
Graham-Hudak also commended the Public Safety Firefighters who participated in the “Fight for Air Climb Club” Climb on the
Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center on February 26, 2017.
ADJOURN:
Motion by Anthony, supported by Sneideman to adjourn
at 8:44 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
___________Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk ______Pat Williams, Supervisor
Copies of the complete text of the Board Minutes are available at the Clerk’s office of the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S.
Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48188, 734-394-5120, during regular business hours or be accessed through our web site
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ton-mi.org after Board Approval.
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It took Northville residents and offi-
cials nearly a year, but their efforts to ban
commercial truck traffic on some roads
in the community have been successful.
Recently, Wayne County workers
installed signs warning commercial
truck drivers that they were prohibited
fromusing SixMileRoad betweenRidge
and Napier and Napier Road between
Eight Mile and SixMile roads. The order
to ban the heavy trucks on the roads was
issued by the Wayne County Board of
Commissioners after nearly a year of
requests from Northville residents and
officials.
The requests claimed that the heavy
trucks, usually traveling to the Arbor
Hills landfill and Calo & Sons concrete
crushing operation, brought undue
noise, raised dust and were damaging
the local roadways. The trucks were also
cited as a safety hazard for those travel-
ing to and froma nearby school. Between
200-300 trucks travel to the two facilities
in question on a daily basis, officials esti-
mated.
Heavy, commercial hauling trucks
apprehended using the controlled road-
wayswill nowbe subject to a $150 fine.
Northville Township Supervisor Bob
Nix invited several local officials to the
area to announce the new traffic rules
recently. County Commissioners Joe
Barone and TerryMarecki were on hand
to accept thanks from Nix for their help
in the situation.
Nix said he was very pleased with the
cooperation and efforts of the county to
help the community in the problematic
situation. Wayne County is responsible
for road repair and maintenance in the
township. He stressed that commercial
trucks being used for local deliveries and
rubbish and garbage vehicles involved in
local collections would not be affected by
the newban.
Maybury Farm will again offer Farm
Camp for children this summer. Farm
Camp is designed to cultivate joy andwon-
der in children as they discover the amaz-
ing connections they have with animals,
agriculture and farms, organizers said.
Farm Camp at Maybury Farm is a total
hands-on experience that offers a wide
variety of activities designed to engage
and educate children about farming.
Campers will learn about farm animals
including grooming, feeding and exercis-
ing them, helping out in the garden, hiking
along forest trails, team-building games,
crafts and other farmactivities.
Farm Camp at Maybury Farm is open
to children ages 5-12 years old. Camp
hours are 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tuesdays,
Wednesdays, and Thursdays from June 20
until Aug. 17. There will be no camp the
week of July 4. The cost is $175 per three-
day week. To register, call (248)374-0200 or
visit
.
Space is limited.
Maybury Farm is located at 50165 Eight
Mile Road in Northville, 1-1/4 mile west of
Beck Road on Eight Mile, 1/2 mile west of
Maybury StatePark.
Maybury Farm is operated by the
Northville Community Foundation, a
501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
For more information, contact
Executive Director Jessica Striegle, (248)
374-0200.
Plymouth Township Hall will be open
after hours' startingApril 4.
The offices of the supervisor, treasurer,
clerk, and building department will be
open from 4:30 until 7 p.m. every first and
third Tuesday for residents needing serv-
ices including paying bills, obtaining a
passport application, or seeking informa-
tion about building permits.
“Our hardworking taxpayers deserve a
township government that fits their busy
schedules,” said Supervisor Kurt Heise.
“Our new evening hours will help resi-
dents who otherwise can't make it to town-
shiphall during the day.”
Heise, Treasurer Mark Clinton, Clerk
Jerry Vorva, Building Director Mark
Lewis and select staff members will be on
hand during the new evening hours to
answer questions and provide assistance
on most administrative matters, or simply
to hear questions and concerns from resi-
dents, Heise said.
Heise added that the new evening
hours are another example of how the
new leadership is “changing the culture”
at townshiphall.
“We're doing our best to live up to our
township motto - people, our priority,”
Heise said. “We're listening to our cus-
tomers and working to help wherever we
can.”
History lessons
Mark Malcom, left, and Mark Anusbigian, president of Westborn Market, spoke to
members of the Plymouth Noon Rotary Club recently about preservation efforts in
the community. Anusbigian's son, Austin, manages the Plymouth market which is
located in the restored 1935 Plymouth Post Office building owned by Malcolm.
Malcolm and his wife, Patty, 30-year Plymouth residents, have been active in
preservation efforts throughout the community including the 1834 Pumpkin Hill
House and the 1918 Central Middle School where the Plymouth Arts and
Recreation Complex (PARC) is now housed. Patty Malcolm was a founding mem-
ber of the Plymouth Preservation Network and has served on the Historic District
Commission while Mark Malcolm, retired from Ford Motor Co. and former CEO of
Tower International where he remains on the board, served on the Plymouth
Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors. Don Soenen, president of
PARC and Rotary President Eric Joy, right, welcome the speakers.
Photo by Dave
Willett.
