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Leisure Services wins state programming honor

Canton Township Leisure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion place in Heritage Park, provided a ties, and much more." Since 2004, the Canton
Services has been recognized by programs both debuted in 2021 safe and engaging experience to mParks' annual awards recog- Township Leisure Services
mParks, formerly the Michigan and were well received within the participants of all ages and are nize parks and recreation profes- department has been accredited
Recreation and Parks Association, Canton Community, officials said. expected to be offered again in sionals, agencies, advocates, and by the Commission for
with a 2021-2022 Innovative The Canton Pride OUTside event the coming years, officials said. legislators, who provide enriching Accreditation of Park and
Programming Award, which was was designed to increase aware- "This statewide recognition is and engaging experiences that Recreation Agencies (CAPRA),
presented March 9, at the mParks ness, build community, and sup- an immense honor and we take support the state of Michigan which recognizes park and recre-
annual Conference and Trade port the LGBTQ+ community. The great pride in receiving it," said recreation industry, which has ation agencies for excellence in
Show in Traverse City. Canton Diwali celebration, which Canton Leisure Services Director long been an important economic operation and service. Currently,
mParks, a statewide profes- was the first municipally hosted Greg Hohenberger. "Canton resi- driver by inspiring tourism, sup- there are 191 CAPRA accredited
sional association for the festive event of this kind in the dents are fortunate to have access porting jobs, and improving health agencies in the United States.
Michigan parks and recreation state, encouraged artistic expres- to these award-winning communi- and wellness for residents and vis- Canton Leisure Services was also
industry, honored Canton Leisure sion of this Indian cultural cele- ty events, as well as year-round itors. The Innovative Recreation recognized as the 2008 winner of
Services with special recognition bration through vibrant perform- recreation opportunities, health Programming Award honors cre- the National Recreation and
of the Canton Pride OUTside and ances, unique exhibits, and color- and wellness programs, enrich- ative recreation programs, fund- Parks Association Gold Medal
Diwali Festival of Lights commu- ful decorations. Each of these ment classes, fine arts and cultur- raising activities, and promotional Award for Excellence in Park and
nity events. These award-winning community events, which took al programs, family-friendly activi- tools. Recreation Management.
25-year Canton police veteran retires

Canton Township Police Ofc. age-appropriate curriculum to Association of School Resource and pride, officials said, and to
Andrew Curry has resigned after thousands of students, promot- Officers. This prestigious award his fellow officers he was a solid
25-years on the job. ing responsible citizenship and recognized the group for exem- and steady partner, who was val-
Curry began his career in positive character traits. plary training, policies and stan- ued for the knowledge and com-
Canton as a road patrol officer in Curry expanded on his train- dards while demonstrating cre- passion he brought to the job.
March, 1997. His initial duties ing with school-aged youth, serv- ative and innovative approaches “In his 25 years, whether
included responding to calls for ing as a School Resource Officer to school-based policing. working in the schools or as a
service, initiating contact with (SRO) for three years at the Throughout his career, Curry patrol officer, he was a symbol of
individuals and participating in Plymouth-Canton Educational has received numerous awards the core values of the Canton
the department community Park. In this role, he was respon- and citations, including a Life Police Department, which starts
policing and engagement prac- sible for contributing to the Saving Award from the Federal by operating with the highest
tices. In addition to his patrol development of safety programs Aviation Administration (FAA) in level of the professional poise-at
duties, Curry was also a long- and educational opportunities 1988 for his heroic efforts in res- the same time, striving for excel-
standing instructor of the TEAM for high school students and fac- cuing the pilot of a Cessna air- lence while working as a team Ofc. Andrew Curry
(Teaching Education and ulty, officials said. In 2016, Curry craft that had crashed on a member and serving with and our police department will
Mentoring) program in Canton and his SRO partners were neighborhood street in Canton. integrity and courage,” said miss him. We wish him all the
elementary and middle schools. awarded with a Model Agency Curry has served the Canton Police Chief Chad Baugh. best in his retirement,” Baugh
As an instructor he provided Award from the National community with professionalism “Officer Curry lived these values, added.
Indoor Farmers Markets planned at Summit on the Park

”
The Canton Farmers Market more than ever we are glad that son of the Canton Farmers
will return with special Off- Every winter we look forward to hosting our monthly we're able to help support these Market left off. The new season
Season Markets at the Summit local farmers and crafters who of the outdoor Canton Farmers
on the Park community recre- off-season markets at the Summit on the Park provide access to healthy food Market will re-open from 9 a.m.
ation center from 10 a.m. to 2 to provide convenient access to our vendors. sources and unique items.” until 1 p.m. Sunday, May 8, and
p.m. March 20, and April 24. Bridge Card and Double Up will continue every Sunday
A variety of local food grow- Food Bucks transactions will also through Oct. 16 in Preservation
ers and producers have signed turing chocolates and baked STEAP, featuring loose leaf teas; be accepted. Tokens may be pur- Park, located at 500 N. Ridge
on to participate in these Off- treats; Kapnick Orchards, featur- The Cheese People of Grand chased at the Canton Leisure Road, Canton, MI, 48187.
Season Farmers Markets, includ- ing cold storage produce and Rapids, featuring a variety of Services table. Market-goers are For additional Canton
ing: Baubles by Barb, featuring baked goods; Kapolnek Farms, cheeses; and The Rustic Red encouraged to enter through the Farmers Market information,
handmade jewelry; Bittersweet featuring a variety of meat; One Head, featuring candles. banquet doors. Social distancing visit www.canton-mi.org/496, con-
Garden & Bakery, featuring a Tough Cookie, featuring decorat- “Every winter we look for- will be required when shopping tact the Farmers Market
variety of baked goods; Blue ed sugar cookies; Pick Michigan ward to hosting our monthly off- in the market area and face Coordinator at cantonfarmers-
Lilac Skincare, featuring skin- featuring greenhouse produce; season markets at the Summit on masks will be highly recommend- market@canton-mi.org or call
care items; Boblin Honey - fea- Sign Woodworks, featuring home the Park to provide convenient ed. (734) 394-5375. The Summit on
turing honey; Deliteacious, fea- and festive holiday signs and dec- access to our vendors,” said All of these indoor Off-Season the Park is located at 46000
turing loose leaf teas and tea gift orations; Spice Grrrl, featuring Canton Health and Wellness Farmers Markets will pick up Summit Parkway in Canton, MI,
sets; Jessica's Confectionery, fea- organic spices, teas and salts; Specialist Jennifer Franz. “Now where the outdoor regular sea- 48188.

PLANNING COMMISSION PLANNING COMMISSION
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Michigan Public Act 110 of 2006, of the State of Michigan, as amended, and pursuant NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Michigan Public Act 110 of 2006, of the State of Michigan, as amended, and pursuant
to the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Canton that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Canton to the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Canton that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Canton
will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the First Floor Meeting Room of the Canton Township will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the First Floor Meeting Room of the Canton Township
Administration Building, 1150 S. Canton Center Road on the following proposed Special Land Use request as provided in Administration Building, 1150 S. Canton Center Road on the following proposed Special Land Use request as provided in
Section 27.03 of the Canton Township Zoning Ordinance: Section 27.03 of the Canton Township Zoning Ordinance:
ZIPPY AUTO WASH - Consider request for Special Land Use approval for an automobile wash establishment (Section MISTER CAR WASH - Consider request for Special Land Use approval for an automobile wash establishment (Section
17.02(B)(3) of the Zoning Ordinance) on parcel nos. 71-128-99-0005-702 (47725 Michigan Ave.) and 128-99-0006-703 (47575 17.02(B)(3) of the Zoning Ordinance) on parcel no. 71-050-99-0009-003 (2100 Haggerty Rd.). The parcel is zoned C-3,
Michigan Ave.). Both parcels are zoned C-3, Regional Commercial District, and are located on the south side of Michigan Regional Commercial District and Central Business District Overlay. The parcel is located on the east side of Haggerty Road
Avenue and west of Beck Road. and south of Ford Road.
Public comments may be made during the meeting. Written comments addressed to the Planning Commission should be received Public comments may be made during the meeting. Written comments addressed to the Planning Commission should be received
by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 4, 2022. Written comments may be emailed to patrick.sloan@canton-mi.org or delivered to the by 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 4, 2022. Written comments may be emailed to patrick.sloan@canton-mi.org or delivered to the
Township Administration Building at 1150 S Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188. Township Administration Building at 1150 S Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188.
SEE ATTACHED MAP Greg Greene, Chairman SEE ATTACHED MAP Greg Greene, Chairman
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