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Happy days

Library celebrates day of happiness

Canton Public Library was filled with front of a collaborative art project.
balloons, bubbles, candy and dancing To encourage spreading positivity,
March 20, celebrating the International patrons were invited to write something
Day of Happiness. that brings them happiness on a paper
Library staff members had been sunshine and take a slip of paper with an
counting down to the celebration on action on it to bring happiness to some-
social media pages for 21 days. With the body else. Patrons wrote everything from
hope of rewiring the brain to think more friends and family to pizza, tacos, surpris- There was no lack of participation, or happiness, at the recent celebration at the
positively, three acts of kindness wit- es and books. Canton Public Library.
nessed in the library or things staff felt "My favorite part was watching peo-
grateful for were listed each day on the ple's faces light up when they came in. Teenagers stopped in and went to grab campaign. During that time, staff made
site. You could feel the essence of sheer joy their friends to join in. One young girl, efforts to combat the winter blues and
The culmination was a celebration in that comes with doing something just for who had been dancing for the entire two cabin fever with at home library resource
the library community room when the fun of it," said Program Librarian hours, thanked each librarian individual- suggestions and in house programs.
dancers jumped to a playlist of happy Laura Fawcett. ly as the event came to an end. The Canton Public Library is located
tunes alongside a bubble machine and Patrons reacted with smiles. One fami- Since it took place on the first day of at 1200 S. Canton Center Road in Canton.
disco lights. There was a station for cup- ly happened to stumble upon the pro- spring, the celebration also marked the Visit www.cantonpl.org/calendar or call
cake decorating and another for selfies in gram on their very first visit to the library. end of the library Electrify Your Winter (734) 397-0999 for upcoming programs.
Canton trustees hear political update from Lansing lobbyist

Julie Brown 1, 2019, to Oct. 1, 2020. Johnson noted pos- Trustee Sommer Foster inquired about Trustee Steven Sneideman asked
Staff Writer sible changes in how roadwork is funded, success for road funds, with Johnson say- about the township road millage
noting that discussion isn't new. ing, “They know they need each other to approved by voters last August, and “small
Stephanie Johnson of the lobbying firm “If you're in Southeast Michigan, you're get anything accomplished. We'll see cell technology.” Responding, Supervisor
Khander, Reed, Khoury, & Muchmore probably happy about this,” less so in something shake out.” Pat Williams noted the possibility of unat-
presented her twice-yearly political northern Michigan,” said Johnson. Johnson also explained that banks are tractive boxes dotting the Downtown
update to the Canton Board of Trustees She noted Whitmer is proposing more federally insured, necessitating recre- Development Authority landscape.
recently. funds for K-12 and higher education, as ational marijuana shops remain cash-only “A lot of the bigger townships are in
Johnson praised a grassroots effort to well as auto insurance reform talk in businesses due to federal prohibitions on opposition,” said Williams of small cell
keep the much-publicized Canton tree Lansing. the substance. technology.
ordinance, noting with “a lot of political “There's been a lot of debate, a lot of
wrangling we were successful.” discussion on this,” Johnson said of auto CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
Johnson noted that there are many insurance reform. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
new legislators in Lansing due to term A Marquette legislator has introduced NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed
limits. She also mentioned Gov. Gretchen “dark stores” legislation to address the proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2019 for the following:
Whitmer's March 5 budget recommenda- way in which vacant box stores are ELEVATOR MODERNIZATION - CANTON ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
tion with a 45-cent gasoline tax to be assessed, also a Canton issue, Johnson Proposals may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on our website at www.canton-mi.org, or you may contact
phased in at 15-cent increments from Oct. added. Mike Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name,
company name, address and telephone number and date and time of proposal opening. The Township reserves the right to accept
Easter celebration is set or disability in employment or the provision of services.
or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
Registrations for the second annual mallow drop, an Easter Egg Hunt with Publish 3/28/2019 CN1858 - 032819 2.5 x 2.047
Unity in the Community Easter Egg Hunt prizes in various categories for children
set for Saturday, April 13 are still being up to age 12.
accepted. Registration for the no cost, community Notice of Public Hearing
The free event will take place at the event is available through April 6 at CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH, MI
Booker T. Dozier Recreation Complex in Eventbrite. Access the site and then PLANNING COMMISSION
Inkster and include a helicopter marsh- search for Inkster Easter Egg Hunt. APPLICATION NO.: 2328-0219
APPLICATION: Class A, Non-Conforming Designation
APPLICANT: Vincent Gauci (Gauci Revocable Trust)
Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings - March 19, 2019 PROPOSED ACTION: Consideration and Approval of Class A, Non-Conforming Designation
A regular study session meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Charter Township of Canton was held Tuesday, March 19, 2019 DATE OF HEARING: Wednesday, April 17, 2019
at 1150 Canton Center S., Canton, Michigan. Supervisor Williams called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of TIME OF HEARING: 7:00 P.M.
Allegiance to the Flag. Roll Call Members Present: Anthony, Foster, Graham-Hudak (arrived 6:17 p.m.), Siegrist, Slavens, PLACE OF HEARING: Plymouth Township Hall, 9955 N. Haggerty Road, Plymouth, MI 48170
Sneideman, Williams Members Absent: None Staff Present: Director Trumbull, Bob Belair, Deputy Director Fire Stoecklein,
Sarah Clay, Brad Lear Adoption of Agenda Motion by Siegrist, supported by Anthony to approve the agenda.as amended includ- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Plymouth has received an applica-
ing add on item. Motion carried by all members present. STUDY SESSION: TOPIC 1: Add On, considering the approval of 2019 tion requesting Class A, Non-Conforming Designation consideration and approval on Tax ID No. R-78-045-99-0006-703, pur-
GMC Yukon XL, in lieu of the previously board approved 2019 Ford F250, in the amount of $45, 545, from Todd Wenzel Buick suant to Zoning Ordinance No. 99, as amended. The property is commonly known as 49601 Powell Road: south of Powell Road,
GMC to carry the fire fighters gear. Motion carried unanimously. TOPIC 2: 2019 Recommended Water & Sewer Rates. The aver- north of Powell Ridge Court, west of Ridge Road, and east of Fellows Hill Drive. The site is zoned the R-1-E, Single Family
age township wide reduction is 3.36 percent. Belair stated a public forum is scheduled for March 27, 2019 at 6 pm to communi- Residential district and the request pertains to the existing single-family, detached residential structure and detached accessory
cate with the customers of Canton Township and answer questions. A first reading is scheduled for April 9, 2019 for the recom- structures (metal pole barn and wood building). The applicant intends to subdivide the property for future detached, single fam-
mended ordinance revisions and adoption of the rate study. A final reading will be April 23, 2019. A complete copies of the doc- ily residence(s) and requests the Class A, non-conforming designation for an existing accessory structure without a principal per-
ument(s) is available through the Township Clerk's Office, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton MI 48188 during regular busi- mitted use.
ness hours or by calling 734-394-5120. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT: None. OTHER: None ADJOURN: Motion by
Siegrist, supported by Anthony to adjourn at 6:51 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Michael A. Siegrist, Clerk Pat Williams, NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that persons interested may attend the public hearing and/or send correspondence regarding
Supervisor the application to Plymouth Township Hall, attn.: Carol Martin. Pertinent information relative to the application is on file at the
Copies of the complete text of the Board Minutes are available at the Clerk’s office of the Charter Township of Canton, Plymouth Township, Community Development Department (second floor counter) and may be viewed during regular business
1150 S. Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48188, 734-394- 5120, during regular business hours or be accessed through our web hours from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
site www.canton-mi.org after Board Approval. CN1857 - 032819 2.5 x 2.312
The Charter Township of Plymouth will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities
at the public hearing upon one weeks advance notice by writing or calling the Supervisor’s Office, 9955 N. Haggerty Road,
Plymouth, MI 48170; (734) 354-3201.
NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY
Publish by: On, or before April 1, 2019
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Kendra Barberena, Secretary, Planning Commission PT0238 - 032819 2.5 x 3.919
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Request for Applications and Public Notice of Availability of Funds
INVITATION TO BID
The Charter Township of Canton announces the availability of approximately $300,000 in CDBG funds for housing and com-
munity development activities beginning July 1, 2019. CDBG program income or reprogrammed CDBG funds may also be avail- CITY OF ROMULUS
able under this announcement. Canton will accept sealed applications at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, April ITB 18/19-21 - PROJECT #0155-18-0120 2019 WATER MAIN PROGRAM
25, 2019 for the following:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION The City of Romulus, is requesting sealed bids for the 2019 WATER MAIN PROGRAM. The work
includes 3280 feet of 12 inch pipe burst, 500 ft of 12 inch directional drill and 300 ft of 8 and 12
Applications may be picked up at the Finance & Budget Department, on our website at www.canton-mi.org, or you may contact inch open cut sections of water main on Ecorse between Middlebelt and Birchdale as well as work
Mike Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All applications must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the application at the Middlebelt and Beverly intersection.
name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of opening. The Township reserves the right to accept
or reject any or all applications. 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. No pre-bid meeting is required for this meeting.
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
Sealed bids will be received at the office of the City of Romulus Clerk until 2:00 PM local time, on
Publish 03/28/2019 CN1856 - 032819 2.5 x 2.594 April 9, 2019. All bids should be clearly addressed:
ITB 18/19-21 - PROJECT #0155-18-0120 2019 WATER MAIN PROGRAM
City of Romulus Clerk's Office
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON 11111 Wayne Road
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS Romulus, MI 48174

The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at
the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton. Contract documents shall be on file after 2:00 PM, March 26, 2019, at the City of Romulus Clerk's
Office or may also be examined from the office of the City's Engineer, OHM Advisors, 34000
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Charter Township Plymouth Road, Livonia, MI 48150 (phone 734-522-6711).
of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs,
or activities.
Companies can also view or download copies of the plans and bid documents from the MITN
Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac- Purchasing Group page of BidNet Direct http://www.mitn.info/).
tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of
the ADA. Bid security in the form of a Certified or Cashier's Check or bid bond for a sum no less than five per-
Effective Communication: The Charter Township of Canton will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services cent (5%) of the amount of the Bid will be required with each Bid.
leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the Charter Township
of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other The City of Romulus reserves the right to accept or reject any bid, or waive irregularities in Bids.
ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. No Bid may be withdrawn for a period of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days after the sched-
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies uled closing time for receipt of the Bids. A contract may ultimately be awarded to the lowest most
and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi- responsive and responsible company, as determined in the sole discretion of the City of Romulus or
ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets otherwise in a manner deemed by the City to be in its own best interest.
are generally prohibited.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par- Neither the submission of nor acceptance of any bid shall constitute a contract between any bidder
ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human and the City of Romulus. No such contract shall exist without first being approved by a formal
Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon action of the members of the Romulus City Council and only after all required bonds and proof of
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. insurances and copies of endorsements have been received by the City and the agreement is signed
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its by authorized representatives of the City of Romulus and the successful Bidder.
programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
All questions regarding the project or the ITB documents should be directed only to Rich Hobgood
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities of OHM at 734-466-4492 or via email at rich.hobgood@ohm-advisors.com.
should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road,
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260.
The City of Romulus strictly prohibits the reproduction or publishing of any published document or
The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu- solicitation without the express written consent of the City of Romulus. Unauthorized posting of any
als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev- notice of these documents or reference to said documents or solicitations is strictly prohibited.
ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
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