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Plans for state, federal voting redistricting discussed

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Members of the Plymouth City ing set for June 8 in Novi will be interests.
Commission heard plans for the the nearest to Plymouth although Now, the new commission is A planned public hearing set for June 8
redrawing of national and state the time and venue have not yet composed of 13 randomly-selected
voting districts recently. been finalized. Michigan registered voters: four in Novi will be the nearest to Plymouth although the
Sue Hammersmith, director of Last September, state officials who affiliate with the Democratic
the Michigan Independent authorized a group of randomly- Party, four who affiliate with the time and venue have not yet been finalized.
Citizens Redistricting Commission selected citizens to redraw U.S. Republican Party, and five who do
(MICRC), attended a recent meet- Congressional and Michigan State not affiliate with either major
ing of the commissioners to update House and Senate district lines. political party. cult with the census results being The Michigan Independent
them on the procedures. She The lines are redrawn every 10 After the first round of public delayed until Sept. 30, Citizens Redistricting Commission
noted that the group will begin years following the U.S. Census to hearings, the commission will hire Hammersmith said, and the group wants public input on this impor-
scheduling public hearings in May accurately reflect their popula- experts to draw voting district being mandated to have a 45-day tant topic, she added, and suggest-
throughout the state to inform resi- tion. Prior to a vote that amended maps, and then schedule hold comment period prior to adoption. ed residents visit
dents and seek input from area cit- the state constitution in the eight more public hearings before The commissioners are petition- michigan.gov/micrc or send them
izens regarding the redistricting November 2018 general election, the redistricting is finalized. ing the Michigan Supreme Court an email at redistricting@michi-
process. legislators gerrymandered the The commission has a deadline to extend the deadline, she gan.gov or a letter to P.O. Box
She said a planned public hear- lines, sometimes to benefit special of Nov. 1, which could prove diffi- explained. 30318, Lansing, MI 48909.

Help wanted Recycle repurposing,” Flechter said.

The goal of the Feet on the Street
Vaccination clinic volunteers needed FROM PAGE 1 project will be to reduce the percentage
of contamination and educate customers
on how to recycle correctly.
Volunteers to help in the fight against unteer can visit www.canton-mi.org/582 encouraged to recycle paper and car- Now, more than ever, Michigan resi-
the pandemic are needed in Canton and complete an application. tons; cardboard; metal items such as dents view recycling as an essential pub-
Township. Processing of this application, which cans; plastic bottles, jars and jugs; and lic service. And during a time of social
Canton has scheduled vaccination includes a background check, may take glass bottles and jars. Residents are also distancing when the offices of many
clinics each week through the end of several days and does not guarantee urged not to bag their recyclables and nonessential employers are closed and
June, and the effort is in need of volun- approval, officials said. Individuals not to recycle such items as plastic bags commercial recycling is near an all-time
teer assistants. should not sign up for or plastic wrap; “tanglers” such as cords, low, producers see residential recycling
Currently, township ” a volunteer shift if hoses or chains; yard waste and food or programs as a critical supplier of manu-
officials are utilizing they do not have an liquids. facturing materials.
adult volunteers who Upon signing up approved application The flier will direct Canton Township “Canton Township is excited about
have a current volun- on file. These back- recipients seeking more information to this project and sees this as a great
teer application on for a volunteer shift(s), ground checks help visit www.canton-mi.org or call (734) 397- opportunity to help improve the recy-
file with Canton volunteers will receive ensure the safety of 1011, ext. 0. cling resource stream through much-
Leisure Services or residents, officials “The Feet on the Street program needed public education on the benefits
Canton CERT team a confirmation and added. works by giving residents instant feed- of recycling correctly,” Graham-Hudak
members. Anyone then a reminder Upon signing up for back on what is and is not recyclable,” said, noting the township provided a
who is currently a vol- a volunteer shift(s), said Jill Martin, director of community $32,000 matching grant to support the
unteer with Canton two days prior volunteers will receive programs at The Recycling Partnership. campaign.
Township and would to the specified time. a confirmation and “Through this personalized and real- The Recycling Partnership has imple-
like to help out at the then a reminder two time feedback loop, we are going to help mented the Feet on the Street program
clinics, should review days prior to the speci- Canton Township capture more quality in 70 communities across the country,
the available time fied time. Volunteers recyclables that can then be transformed resulting in average 27 percent increases
slots and sign up at are only required to into new materials, creating and support- in the overall capture of quality recy-
https://www.signupge- volunteer one four- ing jobs, a less wasteful planet and clables.
nius.com/go/60B054 hour shift, but multi- stronger, healthier communities,” Martin “We are looking forward to partner-
EAFAC23A1FC1- vaccine. ple dates are welcomed. Volunteers 16-17 added. ing with Michigan communities and The
Volunteers are asked to work a four- must be accompanied by their guardian Matt Flechter, recycling market devel- Recycling Partnership on this data-driv-
hour shift and will have an opportunity (who is also volunteering on the same opment specialist with EGLE, said mate- en approach,” said Elizabeth Browne,
to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, if desired. date), and volunteers will be given the rials aren't truly recycled until they are director of EGLE Materials Management
For more information, email opportunity to receive a vaccine if transformed into a new product for use. Division. “It's more important than ever
jaiello@canton-mi.org. desired, although the innoculation can- Those uses, he said, save energy, reduce to communicate with the public in order
Those who are not registered as a vol- not be gifted to another person. water consumption, decrease green- to improve the quality of materials being
house gases and conserve resources
recycled. We all have a role to play in
Canton has summer job openings while creating jobs and growing the helping businesses get materials to make
economy.
the essential products Michigan needs
The Canton Leisure Services with the public or assisting behind the “Material should be clean and practi- for our economic recovery from COVID-
Department is currently seeking part-time scenes in one of the many township facili- cally free of any contaminants to be con- 19, such as toilet paper, food containers
and seasonal employees to work this ties, a spokesman said. sidered viable for an end market and and shipping boxes.”
spring and summer. Many of these jobs offer competitive
Applications are currently being wages, flexible work schedules, and in-
accepted for: Day Camp Counselor; house training opportunities. To be con- Synopsis of Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings
Pheasant Run Golf Club Grill Cook and sidered for any of these positions, submit Members: Supervisor Anne Marie Graham-Hudak, Clerk Michael Siegrist, Treasurer Dian Slavens
Operator; Summit on the Park Member an application for employment online at Trustees: Kate Borninski, Sommer Foster, Tania Ganguly, Steven Sneideman
Services Attendant, Facility Assistant, and https://canton.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Regular (Study Session) Meeting 3/02/2021: Synopsis: 2022 Preliminary Budget Summary / Preliminary Budget Detail as post-
Lifeguards; Teen Services staff; Applicants are encouraged to apply early ed in full on website.
Therapeutic Recreation Program Leader; to be considered for one of the immediate Special Meeting 3/05/2021: Synopsis: Board of Trustees and Canton Leadership Team Strategic Visioning Discussion as posted
Special Events Coordinator; Part-Time openings. Contingent offers will be in full on website.
Custodial Maintenance Position; and Park extended as qualified candidates are Regular Meeting 3/09/2021: Synopsis: Held Public Hearing for the 2021 Sidewalk Repair Program. Approved consent and gen-
eral calendar as posted in full on website.
Ranger. identified. Canton Township is an Equal Regular (Study Session) Meeting 3/16/2021: Synopsis: 2021 Recommended Water & Sewer Rates as posted in full on website.
Applicants will find an assortment of Opportunity Employer.
different work environments with Canton Information on all Canton Township Regular Meeting 3/23/2021: Synopsis: Approved consent and general calendar as posted in full on website.
Leisure Services, a spokesman said, positions and employment applications Copies of the complete Board minutes can be found for free at www.canton-mi.org. Minutes can also be viewed or copied at 1150
S. Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI during normal business hours. Call 734-394-5120 for more information.
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include working outdoors, interacting are available at www.canton-mi.org/jobs.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA
5 YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND May 13, 2021
2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
ANALYSIS OF IMPEDIMENTS TO FAIR HOUSING Notice is hereby given that there will be a meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals THURSDAY, May 13, 2021 at 7:00 PM.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD To mitigate the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, protect the public health, and provide essential protections to Canton
Township residents; the Canton Township Zoning Board of Appeals will conduct its meeting by video teleconference in accor-
Canton Township announces the public comment period for the PY 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan, Analysis of Impediments to dance with Michigan law. Individuals may join the video teleconference by going to:
Fair Housing and the PY 2021 Annual Action Plan. The above named documents for the Canton Community Development Block
Grant Program (CDBG) are available for inspection on the Canton Township website at https://www.canton-mi.org or you may https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81121611592
contact Mike Sheppard at 734-394-5225 or mike.sheppard@canton-mi.org . Comments on the CONSOLIDATED PLAN, A.I.
and the ANNUALACTION PLAN will be accepted for 30 days, beginning April 22, 2021. Comments received during the pub- Or iPhone one-tap: 1-646-558-8656 (81121611592#) or 1-301-715-8592 (81121611592#)
lic comment period will be forwarded to the Department of HUD and will become an addendum to the reports.
Or Telephone: 1-301-715-8592 or 1-646-558-8656
Publish: April 22, 2021 Michael Siegrist, Clerk CN2215 - 042221 2.5 x 1.775
Webinar ID: 811 2161 1592
International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kpwX2VR08
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS 7:00 P.M.
The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at Call to Order
the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
Pledge of Allegiance
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, Roll Call: Jim Cisek, Vicki Welty, Craig Engel, Greg Greco, John Badeen.
or activities. Alternate: Gregory Demopoulos
Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac- Approval of Minutes:
tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of April 8, 2021 Meeting Minutes
the ADA.
Approval of Agenda
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 General Calendar:
of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other
ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. 1. Applicant, Scott Griffin, representative of Griffin Properties, for property located at 45490 Michigan Avenue, located on
the north side of Michigan Avenue between Old Canton Center Road and Canton Center Road, Zoning C-3. Variance
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies request from Article 2, Section 2.14 (A)(1) (Dumpster located in front yard) and Section 4.02(B)(1) - (Loading space
and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi- located in front yard) of the Zoning Ordinance. Parcel ID 129-99-0002-710 (Planning).
ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
are generally prohibited. 2. Applicant, Ian Lee, for property located at 50201 Cherry Hill Road, located on the south side of Cherry Hill Road
between Ridge Road and Denton Road, Zoning Cherry Hill Village Overlay District with an underlying RA zoning.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par- Variance request from Article 6, Section 6.09.C.1 (lot area) of the Zoning Ordinance. Parcel ID 073-99-0005-001
ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human (Planning)
Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. 3. Applicants Sam Hamade and Amir Berry, representatives of H2Glow Carwash, vacant property located on the west side
of N. Canton Center between Cherry Hill Rd. and Baywood Rd., Zoning C-2 (front) and R-3 (rear). Appealing Article
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its 6, Section 6.02(D)(5) (bay doors facing onto adjacent thoroughfare) of the Zoning Ordinance.
programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Written comments need to be submitted prior to 4:00 PM on the date of the hearing. All written comments must be sent to the
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities Charter Township of Canton. Clerk's Office, 1150 S. Canton Center Rd., Canton, MI 48188, Phone 734-394-5120.
should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road,
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS
The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu- In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with disabilities who require special
als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev- accommodations, auxiliary aids or services to attend participate at the meeting/hearing should contact
ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs. Kerreen Conley, Human Resources Manager, at 734-394-5260.
Reasonable accommodations can be made with advance notice.
Publish: 04/22/21 CN2214 - 042221 2.5 x 4.72 A complete copy of the Access to Public Meetings Policy is available at www.canton-mi.org CN2216 - 042221 2.5 x 6.739