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Planning commission expected to expand to 9

The Sumpter Township Trustee Matt Oddy. ” maybe it is time to think out of
Planning Commission will be “I'd like to suggest that the The more people on the board, the box and start doing what is
expanded from seven to nine attorney draw up a resolution best for the community.”
members pending an official vote and that the terms have definite the more viewpoints He said he would prefer have
of the board of trustees. expiration dates. We need to let we will have and the a plan for the length of commis-
During a workshop session individuals know what they are sioners terms.
recently, board members dis- signing up for,” he said. “The more diversity in the community. Bowman agreed with LaPorte
cussed expanding the number of more people on the board, the and said that having a plan for
members on the commission and more viewpoints we will have the terms of each commissioner
setting exact terms of service for and the more diversity in the that there could be some difficul- that night. would be the best way to handle
the volunteers appointed to the community.” ty establishing expiration dates “I've never seen a board over- the appointments.
body. In response to a question from for current members. rule a supervisor,” she said. During the regular meeting
The change was proposed Oddy, township attorney Rob Trustee Peggy Morgan said LaPorte said he understood which followed the workshop the
during the Feb. 9 board work- Young said that the township can that she felt this was an effort to that Morgan “wanted him on trustees voted unanimously to
shop session by Trustee Don La have five, seven, nine or 11 mem- override the decision of Bowman there tonight” but that in his have the attorney prepare a reso-
Porte who said he was suggesting bers and that the commission to appoint Eric Partridge to the opinion the “more members we lution expanding the planning
it in response to some discussion could certainly return to nine commission and she felt that have we'll be better off. Maybe we planning commission from seven
by Supervisor Tim Bowman and members. He added, however, appointment should be made haven't done this before but to nine members.
Inside/Outside exhibit Bright

coming to Romulus idea

Romulus City
Kathleen Abdo,
The cities of Romulus and Westland, “The Inside|Out program allows us a Councilmember
along with the Wayne County Community unique way to engage with tri-county res- left, and Parks
College District will be among those par- idents by bringing art from the DIA into and Recreation
Coordinator
ticipating in the Detroit Institute of Arts the communities in which they live,” said Tanya Cofield
(DIA) 2021 edition of Inside|Out program Salort-Pons. proudly display
which brings high-quality reproductions “This year providing a way to bring the 2012
of masterpieces to outdoor venues. communities together in a safe, outdoor Innovative
Inside|Out is a popular component of fashion outside of the museum walls has Programming
the DIA community engagement efforts, a whole new meaning,” he added. Award present-
said Salvador Salort-Pons, DIA director. The reproductions will be in 26 com- ed to the city in
During the past 11 years, the museum munities from May through October. recognition of
has partnered with more than 100 com- Each community will display approxi- the Parking Lot
munities and engaged tens of thousands mately four to 10 reproductions, clus- Disco Daddy-
of residents, he added. tered within walking or biking distance. Daughter Celebration by mParks and the mParks Professional Recognition
Committee. The Parking Lot Disco Daddy-Daughter Celebration is just one of
Restaurant receipts can many ways Romulus has remained committed to providing activities and events
during the pandemic, Cofield said. During the summer, the city transformed its
annual "Movies in the Park" series into a drive-in event a part of the city commit-
win diners $25 gift cards ment and creativity in hosting community event during the pandemic.

SUMPTER TOWNSHIP, MI
City of Romulus employees have taken and friends to us all. The COVID-19 pan- REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
For
some exceptional steps to help local demic has impacted every industry, but it Entry/Exit Door Replacements
restaurants survive the economic effects of has been especially difficult for many
the COVID-19 pandemic. restaurants as work diligently to stay PROPOSALS DUE: 2:00 pm, March 8th, 2021
Employees have funded a new contest, afloat. To keep our local economy strong Sumpter Township is requesting proposals for removal and replacement of (3) Entry/Exit Doors located at the Township Hall,
organized by the Community Development and vibrant, it's important to support the 23480 Sumpter Rd, Belleville, MI 48111.
Department which will reward local local businesses in our community as Sealed Proposals shall be received by the Sumpter Township Clerk’s office at 23480 Sumpter Road, Belleville, MI 48111 no later
restaurant patrons for dining out. Mayor much we can,” Burcroff posted on the city than 2:00 pm, Monday, March 8th, 2021.
LeRoy Burcroff recently explained that Facebook page. Proposals shall be publicly opened and read on Monday, March 8th, 2021.at 2:30 pm.
residents who spend $50 or more at any To enter, diners can simply email pho-
local restaurants will be entered in a draw- tos of their receipts from local restaurants Please call the Clerk’s Office at (734) 461-6201 to schedule an appointment to visit the Township Hall and obtain information.
ing to win a $25 gift card. Those cards have to apusino@romulusgov.com along with APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.
been funded by city employees, he said. contact information. Winners of the gift Sumpter Township
“In Romulus, we are lucky to be home cards will be announced March 1. Esther Hurst, Clerk
to a number of exceptional local restau- For more information, call (734) 942- Posted: February 18, 2021
Published: The Eagle Associated Newspapers
rants. Many of their owners are neighbors 7545. Thursday, February 18, 2021 ST0032 - 021821 2.5 x 2.891
Suicide suspected in roadside death SUMPTER TOWNSHIP, MI

The death of a 73-year-old Belleville His body was found near a black REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
For
man has been ruled an apparent suicide. Chevrolet Impala. Electrical Service/Wiring to Existing Signage Site
The man's body was discovered by According to Michigan State Police PROPOSALS DUE: 2:00 pm, March 15th, 2021
Michigan State Troopers who responded First Lt. Jennifer Johnson, the investiga-
to a 911 car from a motorist traveling on I- tion thus far indicates the man died by a Sumpter Township is requesting proposals to re-establish Electrical Service/Wiring to an existing electric-lit sign structure at the
Sumpter Township Community Center, 23501 Sumpter Rd, Belleville, MI 48111.
275 near Eureka Road at about 8:08 p.m. self-inflicted gunshot wound. While no fur-
Tuesday, Feb 9. The driver told officers he ther information was being released by Sealed Proposals shall be received by the Sumpter Township Clerk’s office at 23480 Sumpter Road, Belleville, MI 48111 no later
than 2:00 pm, Monday, March 15th, 2021.
saw the man's body on the shoulder of the police, evidence at the scene indicated the
road. man took his own life, Johnson said. Proposals shall be publicly opened and read on Monday, March 15th, 2021.at 2:30 pm.
Please call the Clerk’s Office at (734) 461-6201 to schedule an appointment to visit the Township Hall and obtain informa-
SUMPTER TOWNSHIP, MI tion/specifications.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.
For
Digital/LED/Programmable Display Signage Sumpter Township
Esther Hurst, Clerk
PROPOSALS DUE: 2:00 pm, March 15th, 2021 Posted: February 18, 2021
Published: The Eagle Associated Newspapers
Sumpter Township is requesting proposals to replace the existing, electric-lit sign with an updated Digital/LED programmable Thursday, February 18, 2021 ST0031 - 021821 2.5 x 3.009
sign at the Sumpter Township Community Center, 23501 Sumpter Rd, Belleville, MI 48111.
Sealed Proposals shall be received by the Sumpter Township Clerk's office at 23480 Sumpter Road, Belleville, MI 48111 no later
than 2:00 pm, Monday, March 15th, 2021. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE
2021 MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW DATES
Proposals shall be publicly opened and read on Monday, March 15th, 2021.at 2:30 pm.
The Northville Township 2021 Board of Review will conduct hearings held by either electronic remote access, unless by the dates
Please call the Clerk's Office at (734) 461-6201 to schedule an appointment to visit the Township Hall and obtain of the March Board of review meetings it becomes lawful under state agency rules for an indoor in-person public meeting to be
information/specifications. held. Electronic remote access, in accordance with Michigan law, will be implemented in response to COVID-19 social dis-
tancing requirements and limitations on the number of individual in an indoor public gathering. If in-person public meetings
APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED. become a lawful option, then the meetings will allow to be heard in-person at Northville Township Hall 44405 6 Mile Rd.,
Northville.
Sumpter Township
Esther Hurst, Clerk To access the March Board of Review meeting, visit the Township's website at https://twp.northville.mi.us/RemoteMeetings for
Posted: February 18, 2021 participation options and instructions.
Published: The Eagle Associated Newspapers
Thursday, February 18, 2021 ST0030 - 021821 2.5 x 2.992 Write-in appeals will be accepted up until the last meeting date of the Board of Review on March 12, 2021 by 11:00 a.m.
Postmarks not accepted. Drop Box available.
The following dates for appeals from citizens, regarding the 2021 assessments are by appointment.
SUMPTER TOWNSHIP Starting February 22, 2021 you may call (248) 348-5811 to schedule an appointment.
2021
MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW Tuesday March 02, 2021 9:00 am Organizational Meeting Only (no hearings)
NOTICE TO THE TAXPAYERS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF SUMPTER TOWNSHIP. Appointment Dates for Hearing:
THE SUMPTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW WILL BE MEETING AT THE SUMPTER TOWNSHIP HALL,
23480 SUMPTER ROAD, BELLEVILLE, MI 48111 ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: Monday March 8, 2021 9:00 am to 12 Noon and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021 4:30 PM Organizational Meeting Tuesday March 9, 2021 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Monday, March 8th, 2021 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Appointments Thursday March 11, 2021 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Wednesday, March 10th , 2021 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Appointments Friday March 12, 2021 9:00 am to 11:00 am
All hearings are by appointment only and must be accompanied by a petition form. Please call one of the numbers below for an All persons protesting their assessment must complete a petition (form L-4035) which can be obtained at Northville Township
appointment. Petitions are available at the Sumpter Township Supervisors Office or download a petition for at Hall or on the Township website: twp.northville.mi.us under Assessor's Department or at www.michigan.gov/treasury.
www.michigan.gov/treasury: click on forms: type in form number L-4035.
Written appeals are accepted as well and must be accompanied by a petition form and received in the assessing department by The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2021 are as follows:
Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at 4:00 pm. No postmarks are accepted. Mail petitions to: Sumpter Township Board of Review
23480 Sumpter Road, Belleville, MI 48111. Agricultural………….50.00%….1.0000
Commercial…….……49.29%….1.0144
Hardship/poverty exemptions are accepted as well. Please call the assessing department for more information on this exemption. Industrial……….…….49.22%….1.0158
Residential………..….49.25%.....1.1523
Any questions regarding the Board of Review, contact the Supervisor’s Office at (734) 461-6201 ext. 2229, or the Assessing Timber-Cutover…..….50.00%.....1.0000
Department, Tuesdays & Thursday at (734) 461-6201 ext. 2236. Developmental............50.00%.....1.0000
Personal Property…....50.00%.....1.0000
Publish: February 18th, February 25th, March 4th
Roger Lundberg
Esther Hurst Clerk
Clerk
Sumpter Township ST0033 - 021821 2.5 x 3.75 Publish: February 18, 25, 2021 and March 4 2021 NT0109 - 021121 2.5 x 5.61