Page 2 - eagle030421

PAGE 2 ASSOCIATED NEWSPAPERS OF MICHIGAN March 4, 2021

INKSTER - NORTHVILLE
INKSTER - NORTHVILLE

Inkster police offer new drug intervention help

Inkster police can now offer help rather dates re-assigned. Any contraband discov-
than handcuffs to those suffering from ered will not be used against the individ-
drug addiction and related issues in the ual, however it will be confiscated,”
community. explained Twardzik. “If EMS is needed
The department has entered into a immediately, they will be dispatched and
partnership with Growth Works to combat the peer coach will be directed to contact
opioid and other drug addiction utilizing them once medical care has been complet-
an approach of rescue, recovery and peer ed,” he said.
support. Growth Works, based in The program will assist individuals
Plymouth, is a non-profit organization with opioid abuse or other drug addiction
serving youth and families in western who walk into the Inkster Police
Wayne County since 1971. Department lobby seeking help. It will also
If an individual comes to the Inkster assist individuals identified with an opioid
Police Department and asks an officer for addiction who have committed low-level
assistance and is willing to detox and fol- crime in Inkster. This program will also be
low through with treatment, the officer will available for anyone who has been arrest- The Inkster Police Station is offering a drug intervention program in an effort to avoid
contact Growth Works and begin to triage ed for narcotic violations and is being the serious increase in deaths from addiction.
the individual to determine the need for released from custody. the individual they are helping for up to alcohol addiction.
help, explained Inkster Police Lt. Jeffrey The Inkster program will work through one year after encountering them.” “These coaches use their experiences
Twardzik. St. Mary Hospital in Livonia. and is an This intervention program utilizes and training to empower others to make
Peer coaches, who are employees of effort to decrease the risk of continued “peer support” which has proven to healthier choices and stay actively
Growth Works and also have long-term substance abuse and overdoses, decrease decrease the risk of continued substance engaged with individuals after an
recovery experience, will then be sent to hospital admission rates, increase the abuse and overdose, Twardzik explained. encounter and connect them to treatment
Inkster to help the individual seeking help. sense that treatment is individual and be “From 2013-2015, drug related deaths have and recovery support services,” Twardzik
The program uses screening, arranging supportive of the client's needs. increased by 30 percent.” said. “The Inkster Police Department is
medical detoxification and assisting in This program offers help that is non- This program is a combined effort of proud to be able to offer this service to
facilitating rehabilitation or treatment. judgmental and promotes a sense of cama- law enforcement, social service and health members of our community as well as our
“If there are any outstanding warrants raderie and increases self-esteem and con- care to prevent the fatalities associated neighboring communities at no cost.”
for the individual seeking assistance, the fidence, Twardzik said in a prepared state- with drug use. The certified peer recovery The Inkster police station is located at
department will notify the courts to possi- ment. coaches are trained and have personal 26279 Michigan Ave. For more information,
bly get the bond modified and any court “These coaches maintain contact with experience with recovery from drug and call (734) 456-6088.
Northville assessment appeals to take place on Zoom

Appointments for property owners plan- (April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2020), detailed
ning to appeal tax assessments in the City ” reports on lands and buildings, and builder
of Northville can now be scheduled with Those who plan on appearing before the board of review permits, along with personal visits when
the board of review. should be prepared to provide evidence showing needed, to determine the size, components
The appeals will be heard on March 9 and condition of such properties.
and 10 by Zoom. Property owners can also why the property isn't assessed at its true value... Those with questions about the assessed
send a letter seeking appeal to the address value of a home, land or business property,
listed on the assessment notice before 4 "taxable value" (TV) for the prior and pres- Residents may also need to provide proof can contact Elrod by phone at (248) 305-
p.m. March 10. ent year and whether the property was of ownership of a particular building or 2704, fax: (248) 305-2892 or email. Elrod is
Assessor Mitchell Elrod presented the transferred. Taxable value is the lesser of parcel if not listed as the owner on the usually available from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
assessment roll to the members of the SEV and the previous year's TV, adjusted assessment roll. The board of review must on Fridays.
board of review during an organizational for inflation, additions and losses. The TV consider each case individually. Written Meetings of the board of review are tak-
meeting last Tuesday although no appeals is uncapped and reset at SEV when a prop- appeals from resident taxpayers will be ing place using Zoom due to the COVID-19
were heard at that time. erty transfers in the prior calendar year. given equal weight and status with person- pandemic.
Officials advised residents to review the The inflation rate multiplier for 2021 for al appearances at the Zoom meeting. Anyone needing assistance or accommo-
assessment notice carefully to determine the State of Michigan is set at 1.4 percent. Annually, the city assessor reviews dations should contact the city manager's
any appeal. The notice states the "assessed Those who plan on appearing before records, including recent property sales office at (248) 449-9905.
value" and the tentative "state equalized the board of review should be prepared to
value" (SEV) for both this year and the prior provide evidence showing why the proper-
year. Those values should not exceed 50 ty isn't assessed at its true value, such as CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
percent of market value. It also states the reports of recent prices of home sales. BOARD OF REVIEW APPOINTMENTS
Notice is hereby given by the undersigned, Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk of the Charter Township of Canton,
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON County of Wayne, State of Michigan to all residents of the Charter Township of Canton the March Board of Review
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL will be held in the Canton Township Hall on the first floor, at 1150 S. Canton Center Road.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed All persons protesting their assessment must complete petitions prior to appearing to or in writing to the Board of Review. All
proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 18, 2021 for the following: petitions must be received in the Assessor's office by March 10, 2021 by 9:00 p.m.
MOWING & LAWN CARE MAINTENANCE
The following is the schedule for March Board of Review.
Proposals may be downloaded on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or
you may contact Mike Sheppard at: mike.sheppard@canton-mi.org. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clear- Monday, March 8th, 2021 Hearings from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
ly marked with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of proposal opening. The (Appointments Only)
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. Tuesday, March 9th, 2021 Hearings from 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
(Appointments Only)
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
Wednesday, March 10th, 2021 Hearings from 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Publish 3/04/2021 CN2188 - 030421 2.5 x 2.057 (Appointments Only)
Please be advised that entry to the building can only be accessed through the front entrance of the Township Hall.
Charter Township of Northville To schedule an appointment or if you have any questions regarding the March Board of Review you may call the Assessor's
Wayne County, Michigan Office at 734-394-5111.
Notice of Public Hearing: CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities
Thursday, March 18, 2021 Act, individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations, auxiliary aids or services to attend/participate at the meet-
Grant Application for Seven Mile Road Trail ing/hearing should contact Kerreen Conley, Human Resources Manager, at 734-394-5260. Reasonable accommodations can be
made with advance notice. A complete copy of the Access to Public Meetings Policy is available at www.canton-mi.org
The Charter Township of Northville Board of Trustees will hold a public
hearing on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. regarding the funding for the construction of a proposed trail along Seven Mile Michael A. Siegrist, CLERK
Road, between Hines Park Trail (west of Northville Road) and an existing pathway (approximately 3,300 feet west of Haggerty Charter Township of Canton Township CN2186 - 030421 2.5 x 2.053
Road). To participate in the Charter Township of Northville Board of Trustees' Virtual Public Meeting, visit the Township's web-
site at https://twp.northville.mi.us/RemoteMeetings for participation options and instructions.
NOTICE - CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE
If you are unable to attend the meeting, written comments may be submitted to the attention of Roger Lundberg, Clerk, Northville
Township, 44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168 or rlundberg@twp.northville.mi.us.
REQUEST FOR BIDS
Roger Lundberg, Clerk
Charter Township of Northville NT0116 - 030421 2.5 x 2.231 NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP WEB DESIGN SERVICES
The Charter Township of Northville will receive sealed bids for NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP WEB DESIGN
SERVICES according to the specifications of the Charter Township of Northville.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE
2021 MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW DATES The Charter Township of Northville is a tax-exempt municipal government located in Wayne County. The Township provides
services to approximately 30,000 residents. The Township's website provides public access to information about Township serv-
The Northville Township 2021 Board of Review will conduct hearings held by either electronic remote access, unless by the dates ices, meetings and commissions, events open to the public and news of interest to the community - with a focus on local people,
of the March Board of review meetings it becomes lawful under state agency rules for an indoor in-person public meeting to be buildings, neighborhoods and events.
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 To improve our communication and access, the Township seeks to upgrade the design and functionally of the website to reflect
become a lawful option, then the meetings will allow to be heard in-person at Northville Township Hall 44405 6 Mile Rd., new technology standards that offer ease-of-use and engage users. The Township also requires two additional sub site to be used
Northville. for the Northville Parks and Recreation Department and the Northville Youth Network. The Township requires a mobile respon-
sive website that adapts to desktop computers, laptops, smart phone and other devices. The website should use the latest tech-
To access the March Board of Review meeting, visit the Township's website at https://twp.northville.mi.us/RemoteMeetings for nology advances, recommended by the vendor and outlined in the specifications section of this document. The new website will:
participation options and instructions.
• Produce a modern and engaging design;
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. • Have streamlined information architecture that simplifies and optimizes
Postmarks not accepted. Drop Box available. the user's experience with site navigation;
• Be a modernized standard for communication;
The following dates for appeals from citizens, regarding the 2021 assessments are by appointment. • Be easy to maintain internally with outside support available as needed.
Starting February 22, 2021 you may call (248) 348-5811 to schedule an appointment.
All pricing stated as a response to this request for proposals is not to exceed the bid amount.
Tuesday March 02, 2021 9:00 am Organizational Meeting Only (no hearings)
During the evaluation process, the Township reserves the right to request additional information or clarification from vendors, or
Appointment Dates for Hearing: to allow corrections of errors or omissions. Vendors submitting proposals may be requested to make oral presentations as part of
the evaluation.
Monday March 8, 2021 9:00 am to 12 Noon and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Both this document and the winning bid(s) will be considered contractual components.
Tuesday March 9, 2021 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 P.M. prevailing Eastern Standard Time, Thursday, March 18, 2021 at which time bids
Thursday March 11, 2021 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm will be virtually opened and read. Bids shall be addressed as follows and delivered to:
Friday March 12, 2021 9:00 am to 11:00 am CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE
TOWNSHIP CLERK'S OFFICE
All persons protesting their assessment must complete a petition (form L-4035) which can be obtained at Northville Township 44405 Six Mile Road
Hall or on the Township website: twp.northville.mi.us under Assessor's Department or at www.michigan.gov/treasury. Northville, MI 48168
All bids must be signed by a legally authorized agent of the bidding firm. ENVELOPES MUST BE PLAINLY MARKED
The tentative ratios and the estimated multipliers for each class of real property and personal property for 2021 are as follows:
“NORTHVILLE TOWNSHIP WEB DESIGN SERVICES”
Agricultural………….50.00%….1.0000
Commercial…….……49.29%….1.0144 AND MUST BEAR THE NAME OF THE BIDDER.
Industrial……….…….49.22%….1.0158
Residential………..….49.25%.....1.1523 The Township reserves the right to accept any or all alternative bids and award a contract to other than the lowest bidder, to waive
Timber-Cutover…..….50.00%.....1.0000 any irregularities or informalities or both; to reject any or all bids; to subdivide the award, and in general to make the award of
Developmental............50.00%.....1.0000 the contract in any manner deemed by the Township, in its sole discretion, to be in the best interest of the Charter Township of
Personal Property…....50.00%.....1.0000 Northville.
Roger Lundberg For full details and important project dates, visit the Northville Township website at https://www.twp.northville.mi.us/projects.
Clerk
Shaun Nicoloff
Publish: February 18, 25, 2021 and March 4 2021 NT0115 - 030421 2.5 x 5.61 Director of Information Technology NT0117 - 030421 2.5 x 6.546