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Canton, Inkster awarded law enforcement grants

Canton Township and the City some of the best police officers Marie Graham-Hudak. “The new
of Inkster were among the five ” in our state, we are at the same committee will not replace any
communities who will share This committee will help express time increasing our transparen- of the current policy processes
$200,000 in grant funding from a community-driven voice cy and developing another we have in place, but instead
the Community Policing mechanism to find solutions and increase transparency and com-
Innovations Initiative. as it relates to police service. build a stronger bond with our mitment to our residents,”
The Community Foundation citizens,” Baugh added. Graham-Hudak added.
for Southeast Michigan awarded The committee will be citizen- As part of the Community
the grants to local police depart- and First AME Church of Police Department and the led, consisting of five diverse Policing Innovations Initiative,
ments “to work with their com- Farmington Hills. Canton Coalition for Inclusive members of the CCIC who will community groups will work
munities to address issues in This is the pilot phase of the Communities (CCIC). The group provide annual reports with pos- with police departments “to
police practices, systems and grant funding and the focus of will operate as a subcommittee sible recommendations to the develop community-driven, sub-
services,” according to a pre- the effort is police use of force, out of the CCIC, and be tasked police chief. These reports and stantive, and pragmatic changes
pared statement. The funding officer accountability, disparate with examining police miscon- recommendations will be in the way that policing and pub-
will be awarded to both the enforcement and treatment, re- duct investigations, with an reviewed with the township lic safety services are provided.”
Canton Township Police imagining public safety, and emphasis on complaints regard- supervisor and board of trustees, The Community Policing
Department and the Canton truth and reconciliation,” ing use of force, false arrest and and the chief will address any Innovations Initiative was
Coalition for Inclusive according to the foundation complaints alleging racial profil- strategic programming needs to launched this year to effect
Communities; the Detroit Police statement. ing or bias-based policing, said meet the service expectations of police reform in southeast
Department; East Downtown Last week, Canton Township Director of Police Services Chad the Canton community. Michigan. The initiative is sup-
Dearborn Development trustees authorized the forma- Baugh. “We are proud to say that ported by funds from the
Authority and Black Legacy tion of a new initiative called the “This committee will help Canton is taking a proactive step Community Foundation for
Advancement Coalition; the Police Transparency and express a community-driven in strengthening our police and Southeast Michigan, Hudson-
Inkster Police Department and Guidance Subcommittee formed voice as it relates to police serv- community partnership,” said Webber Foundation, Ballmer
Beloved Community Initiative in collaboration with the Canton ice,” said Baugh. “As we deploy Township Supervisor Anne Group and Oakland County.
Canton Farmers’ Market is now open every Sunday

The Canton Farmers Market will be baked goods, and more; Kapolnek Farms -
open this Sunday, May 16, at Preservation featuring USDA Certified Beef; Gateway
Park, located at 500 N. Ridge Road, with Farms - featuring fresh produce and
COVID-19 safety guidelines in place to more; Lula Bre's Sweet Eats - featuring
provide a safe and stress-free environ- artisan jams and jellies and other sweet
ment, where shoppers can take advantage treats; Nemeth Greenhouse and Farm -
of fresh food and local merchandise this featuring fresh produce, cider and more;
market season. Olde Crow Primitives - featuring seasonal
The Canton Farmers Market will take crafts, signs, and candles; One Tough
place rain or shine from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Cookie - featuring designed sugar cookies;
each Sunday through Oct. 17, with the Pick Michigan - featuring produce, eggs,
exception of July 4 and Sept. 5. This open- and tortillas; Regina Thomas featuring
air market will feature a variety of local published books by this local author; Sign
produce and goods for sale, live entertain- Woodworks - featuring unique signs and
ment, and cooking demonstrations. crafts; Simply Gourmet Fresh - featuring
Canton Farmers Market vendors line-up salsa, chips, and gourmet butter;
may include the following, but is subject to Spicegrrrl - featuring classic spice blends
change without from the around the
notice: ” world; The Cheese
Avataar Arts - fea- People of Grand
turing unique avatar The Canton Farmers Market Rapids - featuring a rent gatherings' size limitations remain in cooking demonstrations.”
art; Baubles by Barb variety of gourmet place, market-goers may be asked to Bridge Cards are also accepted at the
- featuring hand- staff and vendors cheeses; Uniquely queue and wait before accessing the mar- Canton Farmers Market. Participants may
made earrings, are excited to open Different - featuring ket grounds depending on crowd sizes. bring their Bridge Card to the Bartlett-
necklaces and distinct items and “The Canton Farmers Market staff and Travis House to exchange their SNAP
bracelets; the regular market crafts; The Pasta vendors are excited to open the regular Dollars for market tokens, and double the
Bittersweet Garden season offering Shop - featuring market season offering fresh local goods at spending on fresh fruits and vegetables
and Bakery - featur- pasta and sauce; UP our weekly Sunday markets, with contin- with Double Up Food Buck. The market
ing a wide selection fresh local goods Pasties - featuring ued safety protocols in place to create a also accepts WIC Project Fresh and
of pastries, desserts, at our weekly delicious pasties; safe and positive shopping experience,” Senior Project Fresh.
and cakes; Boblin Vera's Kuntry said Jennifer Franz, Canton health and For more information about the Canton
Honey - featuring a Sunday markets. Bakery - featuring wellness specialist. “This season we are Farmers Market, visit www.cantonfun.org,
variety of honeys pies, cookies, candy grateful that state requirements will even- or contact Farmers Market staff at canton-
such as wildflower, and more; and Waltz tually allow live entertainment, as well as farmersmarket@canton-mi.org.
buckwheat and Cherry Tomatoes -
more; Cookie Lab - featuring gourmet featuring seedlings for various types of To subscribe to The Eagle
cookies; Deedee Bags - featuring bags, produce.
purses, wallets and face masks; Don't All vendors and farmers market staff email subscribe to circulation@journalgroup.com
Worry Bead Happy - featuring a variety of will be required to wear face masks and
handmade jewelry; Hall's Herb Garden market-goers ages 2 and older are also
LLC - featuring naturally grown peppers, required to wear a face mask while partic- Notice of Public Hearing
herbs and vegetables; Joe's Baked Wells - ipating in this event. Market-goers are Charter Township of Canton
featuring tasty baked treats; Kapnick asked to follow the directional signage, as Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) CON PLAN &
Program Year (PY) 2019 Action Plan amendments
Orchard - featuring apples, apple cider, well as social distancing protocols. As cur-
The Charter Township of Canton is amending its 5 Year Consolidated Plan July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2021 and the Annual
Action Plan for Program Year (PY) 2019 from July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020 for Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds at $336,372 increased to $899,662 due to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES ACT
Notice of Public Hearing CV1) Funding of $215,200 and the (CARES ACT CV3) funding of $348,090.
Charter Township of Canton
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program The Finance Department encourages all parties to participate at a VIRTUAL PUBLIC HEARING on Tuesday, May 25, 2021,
Program Year (PY) 2021 Action Plan and PY 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan at 7:00 P.M. on the township website at www.canton-mi.org. Otherwise all communications should be addressed in writing
to the Financial Analyst, Canton Township- Finance Department, Mike Sheppard, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton , Michigan,
The Charter Township of Canton is adopting its Annual Action Plan for Program Year (PY) 2021 from July 1, 2021 to June 48188.
30, 2022 and its 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds at $370,973
Canton will provide technical assistance to citizens and groups representative of persons of low and moderate income that request
The Finance Department encourages all parties to participate at a VIRTUAL PUBLIC HEARING on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, such assistance in developing funding request proposals and in the review of program activities and program performance. In
at 7:00 P.M. on the township website at www.canton-mi.org. Otherwise all communications should be addressed in writing addition, Canton will make adequate provisions to assist non-English speaking residents in interpreting program opportunities
to the Financial Analyst, Canton Township- Finance Department, Mike Sheppard, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan, and provisions on a case-by-case basis, as well as provide auxiliary aides and services for individuals with disabilities. Requests
48188. for special accommodations must contact Mike Sheppard at (734) 394-5225, e-mail mike.sheppard@canton-mi.org or in writ-
ing to the Finance Department, 1150 Canton Center S., Canton MI 48188 ATTN: 5 Year Consolidated/Annual Action Plan
Canton will provide technical assistance to citizens and groups representative of persons of low and moderate income that request amendment Hearing. Requests for special accommodations must be made with reasonable advance notice.
such assistance in developing funding request proposals and in the review of program activities and program performance. In
addition, Canton will make adequate provisions to assist non-English speaking residents in interpreting program opportunities Mike Sheppard
and provisions on a case-by-case basis, as well as provide auxiliary aides and services for individuals with disabilities. Requests Financial Analyst
for special accommodations must contact Mike Sheppard at (734) 394-5225, e-mail mike.sheppard@canton-mi.org or in writ- Finance Department
ing to the Finance Department, 1150 Canton Center S., Canton MI 48188 ATTN: Action Plan/Consolidated Plan Public
Hearing. Requests for special accommodations must be made with reasonable advance notice. Publish: May 13, 2021 CN2229 - 051321 2.5 x 3.258
Mike Sheppard
Financial Analyst
Finance Department CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS
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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.
PUBLIC NOTICE 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,
Date: May 13th, 2021 or activities.
Permit No.: MI0059968
Designated Site Name: Canton Twp MS4-Wayne 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 Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), Water Resources Division (WRD), proposes to reissue a per- the ADA.
mit to Charter Township of Canton for the Township of Canton Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System located in Wayne
County, Michigan 48188. The applicant discharges storm water to the surface waters of the state of Michigan. 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
The draft permit includes the following modifications to the previously-issued permit: This individual permit supersedes of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other
Certificate of Coverage No. MIG610002. ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments.
Copies of the permit application, public notice, and draft permit may be obtained via the Internet at Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies
https://miwaters.deq.state.mi.us (select ‘Public Notice Search,’ enter the permit number into the search field, and then click and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi-
‘Search’), or at the WRD's Warren District Office located at 27700 Donald Court, Warren, MI 48092-2793, telephone: 586-753- ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
3700. are generally prohibited.
Persons wishing to submit comments or request a public hearing should go to https://miwaters.deq.state.mi.us, select ‘Public Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par-
Notice Search,’search for this public notice by entering the permit number into the search field, click ‘Search’, click ‘View,’click ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human
‘Add Comment,’ enter information into the fields, and then click ‘Submit.’ Comments or objections to the draft permit received Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon
by Thursday, May 27th, 2021, will be considered in the final decision to issue the permit, as will comments made at a public as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
hearing should one be held by the Department on the draft permit.
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its
Any person may request the Department to hold a public hearing on the draft permit. The request should include specific reasons programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
for the request, indicating which portions of the draft permit constitute the need for a hearing. If submitted comments indicate
significant public interest in the draft permit or if useful information may be produced, the Department may, at its discretion, hold Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities
a public hearing on the draft permit. should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road,
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260.
If a public hearing is scheduled, public notice of the hearing will be provided at least 30 days in advance. The hearing will nor-
mally be held in the vicinity of the discharge. Inquiries should be directed to Bradley Popovich, Permits Section, WRD, EGLE, The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu-
P.O. Box 30458, Lansing, Michigan 48909-7958; telephone: 517-284-6656; or e-mail: PopovichB@michigan.gov. 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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