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PAGE 4 ASSOCIATED NEWSPAPERS OF MICHIGAN February 9, 2023

WESTLAND
WESTLAND

New mayor outlines first priorities for city

Recently appointed program by the fall of 2023 sizes identifying any and all would explore any and all
Westland Mayor Michael P. along with an upgrade and deficient or hazardous side- opportunities for a recreation-
Londeau has announced five streamlining of the bulk trash walks in Westland's neighbor- al complex to be constructed
new initiatives aimed at pick-up process in an effort to hoods. on the city-owned property
enhancing the quality of life for make it more customer friend- “Once this is completed, we along Ford Road.
residents and visitors to the ly and simpler to navigate. will then begin with the “These initiatives are a cru-
city. These initiatives, Londeau He said the city will also process of replacing / repairing cial step in creating a better
said in a prepared statement, implement a Neighborhood any problem areas at no cost to future for our residents. We are
were prepared with input Makeover Program 2.0 follow- homeowners,” Londeau said in dedicated to making Westland
from city staff members, com- ing the recently completed first the announcement. a more vibrant, sustainable,
munity residents and local 5-year cycle of the The mayor said the city and inclusive community for
leaders, and “reflect a commit- Neighborhood Makeover Plan. would also establish a task all,” Londeau stated.
ment to sustainable growth, “We will be implementing force within the administration In addition, Londeau also
quality of life improvements the next phase which will dig to explore the possibility of announced that his office
and a brighter future for all.” deeper into neighborhood purchasing the Westland would be scheduling a series of
Londeau said the city will improvement needs with an Shopping Center. In addition, community summits at various
re-implement a leaf pick-up augmented plan which empha- he said, city administration locations around the city. Michael P. Londeau
Inspire Theatre schedules ‘Producers’ auditions

Auditions for the Inspire Leopold Bloom have discovered wear loose clothing in which to
Theatre production of Mel a surefire way to make a fortune ” be able to move.
Brook's “The Producers” are on Broadway: raise millions from Casting will include roles for a scheming Those planning to audition
scheduled for 6 until 9 p.m. next little old lady investors, produce should plan on arriving before 6
Monday, Feb. 13 and Thursday, the worst play ever and then run producer and his mousy accountant. p.m. to complete paperwork and
Feb. 16 at the Westland Center off with the money when the play should remain for the entire try-
for the Arts, 33455 Warren Road. closes on opening night. They out sessions.
Casting will include roles for a think they've found their play in The cast will include 10 men
scheming producer and his “Springtime for Hitler” - but any- weekends, June 10 through 26. portion of a song from the show and 10 women.
mousy accountant who aim to thing can happen when the lights The acting portion of the audi- for the vocal audition. The dance Details of roles and ensemble
produce the biggest flop on go down on Broadway. tion will include cold readings audition will include an instruct- requirements are listed at:
Broadway. Max Bialystock and Performances are set for three and auditioners will be taught a ed routine. Auditioners should inspiretheatre.com.
All the right notes

Jessicah Chiles, a student at Adams Middle
School, received a rating of 1 (Superior), the
highest rating achievable, at the Michigan
School Band and Orchestra Association
(MSBOA) District 12 Solo & Ensemble Festival
earlier this month. The music festival is an
opportunity for individual students from mem-
ber schools to perform a selection of their
choice for adjudication. In addition, students or
groups earning a Superior rating are qualified
for thee State Solo and Ensemble Festival,
which will take place in March. District educa-
tors congratulated Chiles on her exceptional
performance and wished her well in the upcom-
ing competition.

Veteran support

Westland Facilities Director and Veteran Liaison Vic Barra visited American
House Senior Living Communities recently to accept their generous donation of
$1,216 in support of local veterans. Staff members at American House raise
money annually through their "Giving Tree" initiative, and this year they decided
to help local veterans at the VFW Bova Post #9885. Barra was joined by
American House Administrator Debbie Adams well as U.S. Army veteran Frank
Maguire and U.S. Air Force Veteran Stephen Wozniak. The veterans' group is
currently hosting a fish fry from 4 until 9 p.m. every Friday at the 6440 Hix Road
location in Westland. Meals include three pieces of battered cod, French fries
and Cole slaw for $14.