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A day of remembrance

Families Against Narcotics hosts Overdose Awareness Day

Julie Brown daily, most commonly alcohol. She noticed
Staff Writer more arrests such as retail fraud and pos-
session of paraphernalia relating to hero-
Remembering those lost to drug over- in use about 10 years ago. In talking with
doses is the goal of a Saturday, Aug. 31, other judges about how to handle defen-
Northwest Wayne Families Against dants, she learned about issues of addic-
Narcotics (FAN) event. The third annual tion and withdrawal.
Overdose Awareness Day will take place Mack said she must make decisions
from 6-9 p.m. at Heritage Park, 46000 daily about those in police custody facing
Heritage Parkway in Canton (South charges related to narcotic use, determin-
Pavilions 4 and 5, and Amphitheater, south ing if a personal/no cash bond or holding
of the Summit on the Park). the individual in jail until their court date
“We feel it is important to reduce stig- is the best or safest choice.
ma and allow people to honor loved ones “These are issues that come up con-
who have died before their time due to stantly when dealing with people strug-
their addiction. It is an opportunity for our gling with addiction. After they are sen-
chapter to reach out and actively support tenced, the probation department deals Members of the board of directors of Families Against Narcotics were on hand and
people in the community,” commented with issues like rehab, drug testing” and spoke at the second Overdose Awareness Day last year. The event is set for Aug. 31
Judge Laura Mack of the 29th District relapse prevention, Mack said. “It's easy to this year.
Court in Wayne. lock people up in jail for violating the law,
This is the third Northwest Wayne FAN but it does nothing to help that person.” those who have lost a child or grandchild. Both the Aug. 5 and Aug. 31 events are
Overdose Awareness Day, part of a wider After alcohol, she most often sees At the 6:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, free and include refreshments.
international celebration. Mack serves on addiction to opioids (pills and heroin); meeting, author/interventionist Debra Jay Mack praises her fellow board mem-
the board of directors for Northwest cocaine; marijuana; amphetamines like will speak at the meeting at the Summit on bers as “caring, energetic, intelligent and
Wayne FAN. Adderal; benzodiazipines like Xanax; and the Park in Canton. dedicated.” FAN is a relatively new organ-
On Aug. 31, there will be live music, synthetics like Kraton and bath salts. The monthly forums also are attended ization, she said, and is growing.
speakers, and a candlelight vigil. Visitors Northwest Wayne FAN also sponsors by people in recovery and professionals in More information is available at
are asked to bring a photo of their loved monthly forums offering information on treatment professions, judges, and mem- nwwayne@familiesagainstnarcotics.org or
one for the memorial display. addiction and recovery. Most attendees bers of law enforcement. The Northwest visit the website at www.familiesagainst-
In her 29th District Court, Mack said are family members of someone suffering Wayne FAN also hosts a Family Support narcotics.org/northwest-wayne to learn
she deals with substance use disorders from substance use disorder, including Group and Grief Support Group. more.
District superintendent honored with public safety award

Monica Merritt, superintendent of the toward improving the district partnership
Plymouth-Canton Community School with law enforcement, according to a
District, was awarded with the 2019 Chief statement from the organization. She rec-
Nicholas C. Derzis Safe Schools ognized potential vulnerabilities that
Leadership Award from the National existed in the district, and began enhanc-
Association of School Resource Officers ing security infrastructure and providing
(NASRO) recently. extensive training for students and staff at
The prestigious award was presented all levels.
to Merritt at the 29th NASRO Annual “Superintendent Merritt's comprehen-
School Safety Conference, in Pigeon sive approach to school safety provides
Forge, TN. The Safe School Leadership the district with the foundation and build-
Award is presented to those individuals ing blocks necessary to enhance and sus-
who are willing to support and further tain a safe and positive learning environ-
develop their School Resource Officer ment,” said Canton Public Safety Director
partnership, exemplify leadership, inno- Joshua Meier. “Our Public Safety
vation, dedication and proactive measures Department is grateful for her leadership,
to enhance the safety of their school com- knowledge and expertise when address-
munity. Merritt was hired as district super- ing the safety and well-being of the stu-
Canton Township Police Sgt. David Eyl, left, School Resource Ofc. Andrew Colthurst, intendent on July 1, 2016 and immediately dents and staff of the Plymouth-Canton
Monica Merritt, School Resource Ofc. Melissa Andes, and School Resource Ofc. Ethan assumed a proactive leadership role Community Schools.”
Walsh celebrate the National Association Award for School Safety.

Grant founded by Ms. Dunning in 1997. Ms. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Dunning was born in 1910 in Redford
Township, and moved with her mother to NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed
FROM PAGE 1 Plymouth in the 1920s. During her lifetime, proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, August 22, 2019 for the following:
Ms. Dunning was a successful business- FEASIBILITY STUDY - SUMMIT ON THE PARK COMMUNITY CENTER
the greater Canton area for 30 years while woman, philanthropist and civic booster. Proposals may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bid-
the Community Foundation of Plymouth has She was a major supporter of many netdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or you may contact Mike Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All proposals must be submitted in a
been supporting the Plymouth community Plymouth nonprofits, including the sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of pro-
posal opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on
for the past 10 years. With more than $4 mil- Plymouth District Library and the Plymouth the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
lion in assets and more than 100 funds, the Historical Society. In addition to her per- MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
mission is simple: Build trusted partner- sonal philanthropy, Ms. Dunning was a clas-
ships to connect resources with community sic car enthusiast and was a regular partici- Publish 8/1/2019 CN1917 - 080119 2.5 x 2.062
needs, Meade said. pant in the Woodward Dream Cruise with
For more information or to set up a fund her 1930 Packard 740 Roadster. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
with either the Canton Community Ms. Dunning died in 2013 at the age of REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Foundation or the Community Foundation 104. Her estate provided additional funding NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed
of Plymouth, visit the Foundation website at for the Margaret Dunning Foundation, proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, August 15, 2019 for the following:
CantonFoundation.org or contact Meade at which continues to support her charitable VILLAGE THEATER VIDEO EQUIPMENT
(734)495-1200. interests and legacy. For more information Proposals may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bid-
The Margaret Dunning Foundation was visit www.margaretdunningfdn.org. netdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or you may contact Mike Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All proposals must be submitted in a
sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of pro-
posal opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
August 27, 2019 at 7:00 PM MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
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The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 27, 2019 at the Northville Township
Municipal Offices, 44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, Michigan 48168. The Planning Commission
will consider a special land use for a child care center on Seven Mile Rd. at Fry Rd. (Parcel ID# 77 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS
003 01 0082 300). The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM.
The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at
The public is invited to attend this public hearing and express their comments or ask questions. the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
Plans will be available for viewing at the Township between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through
Friday. Written comments will be received by the Northville Township Planning Commission at 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,
44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168. or activities.
Tim Zawodny, Chair Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac-
Planning Commission tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of
the ADA.
Publish August 1, 2019 NT0010 - 0080119 2.5 x 2.711 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.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 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-
August 27, 2019 at 7:00 PM ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
are generally prohibited.
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 27, 2019 at the Northville Township
Municipal Offices, 44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, Michigan 48168. The Planning Commission 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
will consider rezoning property located at 40724 Seven Mile Road (Parcel ID# 77 003 01 0084 000) Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon
from R-1 (Single Family Residential) to OS (Office Service). The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM. 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
The public is invited to attend this public hearing and express their comments or ask questions. programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Plans will be available for viewing at the Township between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through
Friday. Written comments will be received by the Northville Township Planning Commission at Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities
44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168. should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road,
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260.
Tim Zawodny, Chair The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu-
Planning Commission 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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