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CANTON - PLYMOUTH

Together Toward Tomorrow

Canton B.L.O.C.K. teens plan April 27 walk for peaceful future

Teens in Canton Township will at 1150 S. Canton Center Road, important issues facing teens bullying can be replaced by creat- other youth organizations in the
take a walk toward a better future Canton. today,” stated BLOCK ing a more inclusive environment Canton community that make a
April 27. This special walk is intended Coordinator Laura Mortier. with a consistent message of difference.
The B.L.O.C.K. Youth and Teen to be a peaceful demonstration of “These students are hoping area respect. This outdoor event will Parents are also welcome and
Center will host a special youth- participants' commitment to a youth and their families turn out also feature music and poster- encouraged to accompany their
led walk against violence and community and a future with to support these universal mes- making for the walk around the children. In the event of
hate in partnership with Canton peace and tolerance, while bring- sages of peace and tolerance to Heritage Park pond. Participants inclement weather, the event will
Public Safety on Saturday, April ing awareness to the issues area see firsthand how making a differ- are encouraged to bring their own be moved to the Summit on the
27, in Heritage Park. This free youth are passionate about, ence together today can lead to a signs or use the provided materi- Park gymnasium, located at 46000
community event, entitled including: bullying, gun violence, better tomorrow.” als to create signs to help spread Summit Parkway in Canton.
“Together Towards Tomorrow,” mental health, and others. This free event will include a their own positive messages. For more information about
will take place from 1 - 2:30 p.m. “The idea to hold Together presentation by motivational In addition, an onsite event T- Together Towards Tomorrow
starting at the Heritage Park Towards Tomorrow came from guest speaker Harry Weaver, a Shirt sale will take place with pro- Youth Peace Walk, visit www.can-
Amphitheater, which can be several BLOCK participants ages principal consultant at ceeds benefiting the Youth tonfun.org or contact the BLOCK
found adjacent to the Canton 11-17, who are passionate about Intentional Diversity Solutions, Advisory Council Endowment Youth & Teen Center by calling
Administration Building located working together to address who believes that intolerance and Fund, which grants money to (734) 398-5570.
Township will host police academy for youths

The Canton Public Safety experience designed to: teach ing emergency services to the com- residents, ages 13-17 (as of June
Department will sponsor a one- students about the daily opera- Individuals attending this free munity. 24), with no criminal history.
week summer program for teens tions of the police and fire academy will be educated on the Attendees will better under- Applications will be accepted
ages 13 to 17. This year, the Youth departments, including the phi- operational procedures of both stand the training and education during the month of April, online
Academy will take place from 8 losophy of teamwork; promote a departments through presenta- required for police officers and at www.cantonpublicsafety.org.
a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday, June 24 greater understanding between tions, demonstrations and hands- firefighters to effectively handle Class size is limited-participants
through Friday, June 28. the youth in the community and on activities. Students will gain the challenges of their profes- meeting the minimum require-
Participants will be provided Canton police officers and fire- personal knowledge on the role sions. Attendees will also have ments will be randomly selected.
with lunch and will participate in fighters and help students devel- of law enforcement in the crimi- the opportunity to become CPR For additional information, con-
light physical activity every day, op life skills that promote safe, nal justice system, as well as the certified. tact Community Relations Officer
providing an interactive learning smart thinking and decision mak- firefighter's role of providing Applicants must be Canton Patty Esselink at (734) 394-5194.
Philharmonic plans cruise David Popke mourned

An exotic cruise close to home awaits ship - the Victory II - purpose-built for
the winner of the Michigan Philharmonic service on the Great Lakes. Cruising the Nearly 500 mourners filled Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in
cruise raffle this year. waters of the Detroit River, lakes Erie and Northville last Saturday to celebrate the life of David A. Popke, 63, who died
For the past decade, Michigan Ontario and the St. Lawrence Seaway, April 1.
Philharmonic officials have organized an there will be ports of call at ports of Mr. Popke was a well-known member of the community and a long-time
annual raffle for a cruise and airfare for Cleveland, Niagara Falls, Toronto, member of the Plymouth Rotary Club. Active in many civic efforts, he was also
two which has taken winners to Italy, Kingston, Montreal and Quebec City. a member of the Plymouth Men's Cooking Club.
Spain, Portugal, Greece, the British Isles This area is rich in natural beauty, geo- Mr. Popke was a devoted outdoorsman and loved hunting among his other
and Alaska. This year the cruise raffle logic wonder and replete with Native interests. He was known for his quick smile and gentle humor and his dedica-
prize is a 10-day, all -inclusive, Riverboat American, British, French, and early tion to his family.
cruise with a “little taste of the old world” American history, culture and tradition. He earned his bachelor of business
cruising the Great Lakes and the St. Included in the cruise itinerary are administration degree in marketing at
Lawrence Seaway from Detroit to Quebec overnight stays in Montreal and Quebec Western Michigan University and was a long-
from Aug. 29 through Sept. 4. City -- the Capital of French Canada. time employee of Proctor-Gamble prior to
Tickets for the raffle are $50 and only This all-inclusive trip on the Victory II, opening his own business. He had recently
400 will be sold. Drawing for the winner one of the newly-designed and stylish been working as an independent business
takes place at the Michigan Philharmonic riverboats on the Great Lakes, will carry consultant.
Patriotic Concert in Kellogg Park on only 202 guests and a staff of 80. Guests Mr. Popke, a resident of Canton Township,
Saturday, June 29, and the winner does will savor regionally-inspired cuisine, and was born Nov. 26, 1955, the son of Nancy and
not have to be present. For more informa- all wine, beer and spirits are included as the late Alfred Popke.
tion or to purchase a raffle ticket, call the well as Wi-fi. Among his survivors are his wife, Lita; a
Michigan Philharmonic at (734) 451-2112. For more information or to reserve daughter, Kiersten and a son, Donald; his
Tickets are also still available to join space, contact Kate Rosevear and ask for mother, and his parents-in-law, Don and Kay
the Michigan Phil Travel Group on this MicPhil Cruise, (734) 455-5810 or 1-800- McDonough Masini, of Plymouth.
trip. The price has been deeply discount- 874-6470 or email kate@travelleaders. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to
ed just for this group on a deluxe small com. the Vermeulen-Sajewski Funeral Home in
Plymouth.
SKYWARN Doppler radar in detecting severe storms. can be made to the Plymouth Rotary Club or
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions
“Computers haven't taken over every-
body's job at the National Weather David A. Popke the University of Michigan Rowing Team.
FROM PAGE 1 Service,” Arnold said of the White Lake
office here.
major storm yet. “Spotters are incredibly important to
“It's well worth it, it really is. From the National Weather Service.” Arnold
reporting, they get an idea of the track of also covered what to report, with a strong CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
the storm. This is also a good thing to go focus on severe storms that can hurt peo-
through if you're scared of storms,” said ple or damage property. He noted opportu- NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed
proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, April 25, 2019 for the following:
Stange. nities for those interested also to report in
Arnold, the NWS meteorologist, noted on rainfall and snowfall totals periodically. CLEANING AND FIREPROOFING SERVICES FOR VILLAGE THEATER CURTAINS
Facebook and Twitter now help some Arnold also explained key NWS facili- Proposals may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on our website at www.canton-mi.org, or you may contact
storm spotters report in with photos. The ties throughout the country, noting, 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
phone remains well used, ham radio oper- “There's a lot of coordination between the or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age
ators have their own ways to report in, and local office and these national centers.” or disability in employment or the provision of services.
email is useful for non-urgent follow ups, Online weather-related training is MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
said Arnold. offered as well, and local amateur radio Publish 4/11/2019
Some 350,000 to 400,000 SKYWARN clubs welcome new members who wish to CN1865 - 041119 2.5 x 2.051
storm spotters work throughout the coun- join and assist with storm reporting and
try, with Arnold noting some limits of other emergency preparedness. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at
INVITATION TO BID the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Charter Township
bids at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, April 25, 2019 for the following: of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs,
or activities.
LIQUID CALCIUM CHLORIDE DUST CONTROL APPLICATION
Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac-
Bids may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on our website at www.canton-mi.org, or you may contact Mike tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of
Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name, company the ADA.
name, address and telephone number and date and time of bid opening. The 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 Effective Communication: The Charter Township of Canton will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services
in employment or the provision of services. 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
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments.
Publish 4/11/2019 CN1867 - 041119 2.5 x 2.051 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-
ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
are generally prohibited.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
INVITATION TO BID Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par-
ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon
bids at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, April 25, 2019 for the following: as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.
CDBG HOUSING REHABILITATIONS The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its
(NOTE: EACH HOUSE TO BE BID SEPARATELY) programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Bids may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on our website at www.canton-mi.org, or you may contact Mike Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities
Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All bids must be submitted 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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