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Veterans Health Summit set in Canton next week

Julie Brown required by Sept. 13 at www.can- ” this. And then they give up” if
Staff Writer tonfoundation.org. For more It's hard to stay on top of all of this. frustrated by over automated sys-
information, Meade can be tems. “There's a lot available to
U.S. military veterans and reached at (734) 495-1200. Adult And then they give up if frustrated them,” in benefits, added Meade.
their spouses are eligible for ben- children of veterans also attend, by over automated systems. Attorney James Fausone, who
efits in health and other areas. such as those whose parents has a Legal Help for Veterans
Health benefits are the focus of served in Vietnam. There's a lot available to them. group, now has the health semi-
an upcoming Veterans' Health “They would hear the infor- nar on “autopilot” in its organiz-
Summit offered by the Canton mation and then apply it to their ing, she said. Fausone's wife,
Community Foundation. parents,” she said. ans can also ask questions face- A couple World War II veter- Carol Ann, is a retired brigadier
“It's changed over the years,” Meade noted in earlier years to-face by attending. ans still attend as well as general and registered nurse.
said Beth Meade, Canton the event was more general, and On Sept. 18, veterans are Vietnam and Operation Desert “We have a great facility at
Community Foundation presi- has since narrowed to focus on asked to bring their DD214, and Storm personnel. Organizers VisTaTech,” added Meade of the
dent, of the free event. Now in health. In the last five years, can meet with Veterans Service have worked “to really consoli- Schoolcraft College site
the 10th year, the seminar will organizers have struggled “to Officers in a quiet area to learn date it to the health needs of the She and the other organizers
take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. reach that younger veteran com- of health benefits. veterans' community,” she said. appreciate veterans' service to
Sept. 18 at Schoolcraft College's munity,” she said. Attendance is now 150-200, Those include long-term care, this nation, and wish also to let
VisTaTech Center, on Haggerty “They'd much rather do it on fewer than earlier years. She death benefits, and benefits widows know of survivor benefits
Road north of Six Mile in their own time. It's unfortunate attributes that in part to younger available to spouses after the and other government aid.
Livonia. because it's really good informa- service members being more service member passes away. The seminar will include a
Registration in advance is tion,” said Meade, adding veter- tech-savvy and in the workforce. “It's hard to stay on top of all of free box lunch.
Legislator praises Historical board

new ban on vaping seeking members

State Rep. Jewell Jones (D-Inkster) is solidly in
agreement with recent orders of Gov. Gretchen The Canton Historical vation successes that our organ-
Whitmer. Society, a volunteer organiza- ization has achieved to date,”
Last week, Whitmer ordered the Michigan tion dedicated to the preserva- said Bill Tesen, Canton
Department of Health and Human Services to tion of local historical informa- Historical Society president.
issue emergency rules to protect Michigan teens tion and resources in the town- “It's important to continually
from the harmful effects of vaping. The governor's ship, is currently accepting let- integrate fresh ideas to help
order bans the sale of flavored nicotine vaping ters of interest to fill three effectively retain Canton's rich
products, and misleading marketing regarding board member positions. past for future generations to
their safety. The Canton Historical come.”
Jewell said he couldn't agree more with the rea- Society offers valuable opportu- Canton Historical Society
soning behind the governor's action as a needed nities for individuals interested board members will help with
protection for young people targeted by marketing in helping keep the history of the preservation of artifacts,
of products that have proven harmful and even Canton alive. Once appointed, relics, documents and historic
fatal. these new board members will sites. The society will provide
“It's no secret that elected officials have a history begin a three-year term starting historical education to both the
of being out-of-touch with youth, but I'm proud to in 2020. members and the public
now have a governor that pays attention to trends State Rep. Jewell Jones “The Canton Historical through educational, cultural,
among our children and understands the danger Society is looking forward to social programs and projects.
this 'vaping' epidemic poses. support our Governor's decision to prevent these welcoming new board members Interested individuals should
“Let me be clear - there is no such thing as a companies from taking advantage of our children to help safeguard Canton's his- contact Tesen via email to bte-
'safe' nicotine product and you can't trust the word by hooking them at a young age in an attempt to torical identity and build on all sen@wowway.com no later than
of someone who stands to make money off you. I create lifelong customers,” Jones said. of the educational and preser- Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2019.
Criminal charges filed as secret camera found CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON

A Canton Township man faces 9 years in members at the NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
prison if convicted of charges he placed a swim club with PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE
PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED
recording device in a changing stall at her findings. TO SUPPORT THE 2020 PROPOSED BUDGET
Aqua Tots. During the
Futa Sakamoto, 44, was arraigned Sept police investi- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton will be holding a public hearing regarding the
27 in 35th District Court before Judge Mike gation of the property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the 2020
Gerou on charges including: capturing/dis- situation, addi- proposed budget on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the first floor Board Meeting Room at the
turbing image of unclothed person, a 5-year tional record- Township Administration Building located at 1150 Canton Center Rd., S., Canton, MI.
felony; surveilling an unclothed person, a ings from a tan- All interested citizens are encouraged to attend and will be offered an opportunity at said hearing to voice any comments they
2-year felony and eavesdropping-installing- ning room at may have regarding this request. Written comments may also be submitted to the Township Clerk's Office at 1150 South Canton
Center Road, Canton MI 48188 prior to the hearing date.
using device to observe/record/photograph, Planet Fitness
a 2 year felony. were discov- Futa Sakamoto Michael A. Siegrist,
Canton Clerk
The investigation that led to the charges ered.
began when a woman at Aqua Tots on Joy Police investigators are attempting to Publish: September 12, 2019; The Associated Newspapers CN1939 - 091219 2.5 x 2.707
Road in Canton observed a recording contact other potential victims from Planet
device aimed at the changing stall she was Fitness, according to reports.
using. She confronted Sakamoto, according Gerou set Sakamoto's bond at $250,000 NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS
to police reports, and then went to the staff and required him to wear a GPS tether. OF THE
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL ZONING ORDINANCE ARTICLE 33 & 37

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Charter Township of Northville Board of Trustees will be con-
proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, October 10, 2019 for the following: sidering adoption of the proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Article 33 & 37 at their Regular
Meeting on September 19, 2019, at 7:00 P.M. at the Northville Township Hall located at 44405 Six
JOB CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND BENEFIT STUDY
Mile Road, Northville, Michigan 48168. This amendment was introduced at the Board of Trustee
Proposals may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bid- meeting of August 15, 2019.
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- The intent of the amendments is to address the following:
posal opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Article 33 - Building Materials
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
1. To clarify and simplify the current language.
Publish 9/12/2019 CN1940 - 091219 2.5 x 2.113 2. Update the list of permitted and prohibited accent building materials.
3. New language has been added regarding the intent of the standards, design, massing and form.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON 4. Added standards for awnings that include awnings shall not be illuminated, contain words or
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS graphics and be darker color.
5. Added standards for building additions and alterations.
The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at 6. Provide the Planning Commission the ability and flexibility to exercise some discretion in
the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
approving exceptions on a site by site basis.
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Charter Township 7. Clarify that the primary building material would be full dimensional brick.
of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, 8. Reduced from 100' to 80' the maximum length of building walls when they should be broken
or activities. up by use of architectural and design features.
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 Article 37 - Temporary Uses (Sidewalk Sales)
the ADA.
1. Eliminate the 60 day limitation for sidewalk sales. The ordinance officer has expressed con-
Effective Communication: The Charter Township of Canton will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services cerns regarding the amount of time and effectiveness of being able to enforce and monitor
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 compliance with the current 60 day time limit.
ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. 2. Limit the amount of store frontage the sidewalk sale can occupy to 75% of the sidewalk in
front of the store.
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies 3. Remove the requirement that sale merchandise must be brought inside overnight. Things like
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 pumpkins, Christmas trees, merchandise at Cantoro's and live plants at Farmer Jacks are not
are generally prohibited. easily brought inside each night.
4. Add the requirement for fire suppression when sidewalk sales occur under covered walkways
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par- or canopies.
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 5. Require structures associated with the outdoor display to have a finished appearance that is
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. consistent with the image of the building. Pallets shall not be used for displays.
6. Require an annual permit, conditions will be clearly defined.
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.
A copy of the full Ordinance and amendment can be viewed during normal business hours of 8 a.m.
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities to 4:30 p.m. at the Office of the Township Clerk, Northville Township Hall, 44405 Six Mile Road,
should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Northville Michigan 48168.
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- Marjorie F. Banner, M.M.C.
als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev- Clerk
ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
Publish: 09/12/19 CN1938 - 091219 2.5 x 4.72 Publish September 12, 2019 NT0017 - 091219 2.5 x 7.583