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CANTON
CANTON

Michigan Avenue building may be Amazon facility

The worst kept secret in Board of Trustees were expected ” the proposed building is smaller
Canton Township may be the to approve the plans during their than the massive warehouse and
planned Amazon warehouse meeting Tuesday. The Amazon logo, however, distribution center in Romulus
facility on Michigan Avenue. In discussing the proposed was on plan renderings included and the “fulfillment center” in
The site of the proposed build- site plan at the commission meet- Livonia, the building is similar in
ing, described only as a ware- ing, a development company rep- in the commissioners information architecture and style. Amazon is
house and delivery station, is resentative refused to identify packet on the township website. also converting the former
between Beck and Denton roads Amazon as the potential user at Spartan warehouse on Haggerty
and will be 183,000 square feet in the site. Road in Plymouth Township into
size. Plans for the structure were The Amazon logo, however, a “sorting center.”
considered by the township plan- was on plan renderings included covered with the words “tenant ing has been rezoned and the Pure Development, the devel-
ning commission during a recent in the commissioners informa- logo,” the Amazon name was developer was granted a special oper of the Canton building, has
meeting and recommended for tion packet on the township web- clearly visible. land use request by members of also constructed other Amazon
approval. Members of the Canton site. While the logo was partially The site of the proposed build- the planning commission. While facilities throughout the U.S.
Township Leisure Services deputy earns state honors

Canton Leisure Services 2021 Virtual mParks Conference their job duties, and maintain a him the respect and admiration
Deputy Director Jon LaFever and Trade Show, which took tremendous commitment to of his peers and all of those he
was recently honored with the place online last month. mParks, mParks and its membership, has served. Jon is quick to show
mParks 2021 Recreation formerly known as the Michigan according to a spokesperson. In initiative and is passionate about
Leadership Award that recog- Recreation and Park Association, addition, this award is the result helping others. His numerous
nizes outstanding contributions honors exemplary park and of peer nomination from within abilities, dedication, and giving
in the area of leadership and recreation professionals and citi- the state community of parks and nature, as well as his many con-
recreation programming and zen advocates across the state recreation agencies. tributions to statewide parks and
seeks to inspire other parks and during the annual awards cere- “Jon represents the very best recreation initiatives, significant-
recreation professionals to mony. Recipients of the in a parks and recreation profes- ly contribute to the ongoing suc-
achieve excellence throughout Recreation Leadership Award sional,” said Greg Hohenberger, cess of our department. He truly
Michigan. embody the core values of their Canton Leisure Services direc- epitomizes what the mParks
This prestigious award was profession, demonstrate the tor. “His humble approach and Recreation Leadership Award is
presented to LaFever during the highest level of performance in great leadership have earned all about.”
Since 2001, LaFever has
worked in a variety of parks and
recreation capacities with
Canton Leisure Services. As
deputy director, he coordinates
operations at several Canton
Leisure Services facilities. Jon LaFever, Canton Leisure
LaFever also assists in recre- Services Deputy Director
ation project administration,
budget oversight, and helping to presenter at annual mParks con-
manage department personnel. ference and trade shows. In
Canton Leisure Services staff addition, LaFever has served on
includes approximately 55 full- numerous mParks committees
time employees, as well as more and was recognized as the New
than 300 part-time and seasonal Professional of the Year in 2006.
employees. In addition, LaFever LaFever is also a Certified Park
and his staff are responsible for and Recreation Professional,
the planning and execution of overseen by the National
Leisure Services large-scale spe- Certification Board and the
cial events. A member of mParks National Recreation and Park
since 2001, LaFever has most Association.
recently served as president of LaFever, his wife Heidi, son
this state-wide advocacy organi- Gavin, and daughter, Lexi, reside
zation and has been a frequent in Canton.

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
FIVE-YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN If you experience an overflow or back up of a sewage disposal system or storm water system, you must file a written claim with
2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN the Northville Township Department of Public Services within 45 days after the overflow or backup was discovered. Notice
should be mailed to:
2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN (AMENDMENT)
Northville Township
On Tuesday, March 23, at 5:00 p.m. in a virtual public hearing on the township website (www.canton-mi.org), the Canton Department of Public Services
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) department will hold a public hearing on the Five-Year Consolidated Plan PY 44405 Six Mile Road
2021-2025, The 2021 Annual Action Plan ($370,973) and amending its 2019 Annual Action Plan due to the Coronavirus Aid, Northville, Michigan 48168- 9670
Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES ACT) funding increase from $551,572 to $899,662. Written comments or requests
for information should be directed to: Mike Sheppard, Financial Analyst, Finance Department, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Failure to provide the written notice will prevent recovery of damages. Contact the Department of Public Services at (248) 348-
Canton, Michigan 48188, (734) 394-5225. 5820 for assistance immediately upon discovery of an overflow or backup.
Publish: March 11, 2021 CN2191 - 031121 2.5 x 1.881 Michael Siegrist, Clerk Roger Lundberg, Clerk
Charter Township of Northville
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Publish: March 11, 2021 NT0118 - 031121 2.5 x 2.284
INVITATION TO BID
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed
bids at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 25, 2021 for the following: NOTICE TO CUT NOXIOUS WEEDS
SIGNAGE REPLACEMENT - PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING To the owner or occupant or any person or persons, firm or corporation having charge of any land in the Township of Canton:
Bids may be downloaded on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or you Notice is hereby given that all noxious weeds growing on any land in the Charter Township of Canton, Wayne County, Michigan,
may contact Mike Sheppard at: mike.sheppard@canton-mi.org. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked must be cut and destroyed on or before the 1st day of May, June, July, August, September, and October 2021 and/or as needed.
with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of bid opening. The Township reserves And every owner, occupant, or person having charge of any such land must notify the Township that such weeds have been
the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, destroyed within three days of such cutting. Any person failing to comply with this notice on or before the date mentioned shall
sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. be liable to the imposition of the penalties set forth in Ordinance Number 64, of the Charter Township of Canton, Wayne County,
Michigan, and shall be liable for all expenses incurred by the Township in destroying said noxious weeds, which expenses, if
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK unpaid by the owner or to the occupant, shall be spread against the property on the next County and School Tax Roll or the next
General Township Tax Roll and/or the Township may place a lien upon the property to secure the collection of such expense.
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The township may notify by certified mail, with return receipt requested, the owner, agent, or occupant, as shown on the current
county and school tax roll, of any lands on which such noxious weeds are found growing. Such notice shall contain methods of
NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY treating and eradicating such noxious weeds and a summary of the provisions of this section. Failure of the township to give such
notice shall not, however, constitute a defense to any action to enforce the payment of any penalty provided in this article or any
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON debt created under this article.
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) NOTICE TO CUT LAWN GRASS IN EXCESS OF FIVE INCHES
Request for Applications and Public Notice of Availability of Funds
The township shall notify the violator of excessive lawn grass in the same manner as provided for in Ord. No. 78-2(c).
The Charter Township of Canton announces the availability of approximately $370,973 in CDBG funds for housing and com-
munity development activities beginning July 1, 2021. CDBG program income or reprogrammed CDBG funds may also be avail- (Ord. No. 64, as amended, § 6, 6-24-1997; Ord. of 8-9-2016(1), § 1) CN2192 - 030421 2.5 x 2.826
able under this announcement. Canton will accept sealed applications at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March
25, 2021 for the following:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS
Applications may be picked up at the Finance & Budget Department or you may contact Mike Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All
applications must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the application name, company name, address and tele- The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at
phone number and date and time of opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications. The the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the
provision of services. 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,
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK or activities.
Publish 03/11/2021 CN2195 - 030421 2.5 x 2.651 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
the ADA.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
INVITATION TO BID 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
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other
bids at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. March 25, 2021 for the following: ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments.
DDA Street Improvements 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-
Digital bid documents may be obtained on or after 3:00 pm, local time, Thursday, March 11, 2021 from the online plan room sec- ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
tion of the website of the ENGINEER, www.ohmadvisors.com. A digital download fee may apply. are generally prohibited.
Hard copies thereof may be obtained on or after 3:00 pm, local time, Thursday, March 11, 2021, at the office of the ENGINEER, Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par-
Orchard, Hiltz & McCliment, Inc. (d/b/a OHM Advisors), 34000 Plymouth Road, Livonia, MI 48150. A fee of fifty-five dollars ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human
($55.00) non-refundable will be charged for each set of bid documents. An additional fee of fifteen dollars ($15.00) nonrefund- Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon
able will be charged for each set of bid documents which are mailed. Document request shall indicate whether the request is by: as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
prospective bidder, prospective subcontractor, prospective supplier, or other.
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its
Any questions regarding the project shall be brought to the attention of Mr. John Tanner in writing by email at john.tanner@ohm- programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
advisors.com or by phone at (734) 466-4564.
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities
All bids must be submitted with an original and a copy in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name, company should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road,
name, address and telephone number and date and time of bid opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260.
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. The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu-
als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev-
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
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