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Legislator sentenced to 30-days for probation violation

State Rep. Jewell Jones was ” Holmes Youthful Trainee Act
back in court last Thursday to In the event you leave there, which allows young offenders to
answer charges of probation vio- avoid a permanent criminal
lations. you march yourself right over record if they successfully com-
Jones was serving a 2-year to the Livingston County Jail. plete a probationary period.
probation sentence after plead- Nolen said Jones would be able
ing guilty to two felonies and a to retain the youthful offender
list of misdemeanors earlier this ed prosecutors dropping the DUI Chief Judge Michael Hatty. status if he successfully complet-
year in connection with an arrest charges. Jones was sentenced to another ed the substance abuse programs
for drunk driving April 6, 2021. In exchange for the plea, 30 days in jail which will be dis- and subsequently have the felony
That arrest escalated at the resisting arrest and DUI charges missed in exchange for Jones convictions expunged.
scene when Jones refused to pro- were dropped. Additionally, the completing a 30-day substance Jones was facing the possibili-
vide identification and physically deal allows the reduction of his abuse treatment program. ty of up to two years in prison for
resisted and assaulted first felony charges to dismissals if he Jones' attorney, former Inkster the recent probation violation,
responders attempting to provide completes a youth sentencing mayor Byron Nolen, said the sit- but Hatty said he felt Jones was
medical help to his female pas- program After three separate uation evolved as a result of the on the right track.
senger, according to police bond violations before his trial death of Jones' grandmother “You're making things harder Jewell Jones
reports. His blood alcohol level on the original charges, he was which prompted him to drink than what they need to be,” Hatty
was reported by police at more sentenced to jail where deputies alcohol June 1. Jones then subse- told Jones. “All you had to do was ences at ShareHouse and write
than twice the legal limit for found a handcuff key taped to the quently failed an alcohol screen- do what you're supposed to do in letters of apology to the two
intoxication. bottom of his foot during intake ing the next day, Nolen said. the beginning, follow the rules, Michigan State Troopers who
He entered a guilty plea to procedures. He was facing sepa- Jones is presently enrolled in a and you wouldn't be here today.” were on the scene during his
charges including operating rate criminal charges in connec- separate substance abuse pro- Hatty sentenced Jones to 30 original arrest.
while intoxicated, reckless driv- tion with that incident. gram and will transfer to the days in jail, but allowed that time “In the event you leave there
ing, resisting arrest, and being in Last week he again entered a newly imposed program when to be served at ShareHouse, a (ShareHouse), you march your-
possession of a firearm while guilty plea to the probation viola- that one is completed this week. substance abuse treatment pro- self right over to the Livingston
intoxicated after initially declin- tion at his hearing before Jones, 25, at the time of his gram. He was also ordered to County Jail,” Hatty said.
ing a plea deal. The deal includ- Livingston County Circuit Court arrest, was eligible for the write an essay about his experi-

Gardens the compliments will be addressed to

Thelen when visitors see her garden dur-
ing the event scheduled for 9 a.m. until 4
FROM PAGE 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 13. Tickets are avail-
able at Gardenviews on Main Street in
on the beauty of his wife's work. Thelen Northville and through Eventbrite.
explained that the back of their garden is Admission is $12 for advance sale tickets.
visible from Taft Road and strangers Day of the event tickets are priced at $15
often come by and admire the plantings and will be available at the new staging
and arrangement. area in the Green Space at the corner of
“People always address all the compli- Wing and Cady streets behind the
ments to him,” Nancy Thelen said. “I just Northville library. Proceeds from the
don't understand it. I am right there and event support local and national horticul-
they only tell him what a lovely garden it tural organizations, civic beautification
is.” and scholarships for Northville High
Garden Walk organizers suspect that School students.

MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ROMULUS CITY COUNCIL MEETING
May 23, 2022
Romulus City Hall Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Rd, Romulus, MI 48174
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Pro-Tem John Barden
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Present: Kathy Abdo, John Barden, Tina Talley, William Wadsworth, Virginia Williams
Absent / Excused: Celeste Roscoe, Eva Webb
White ‘Lightning’ Administrative Officials in Attendance:

Northville Mayor Brian Turnbull delighted crowds Monday during the 4th of July Robert McCraight, Mayor
D'Sjonaun Hockenhull, Deputy Clerk
Parade when he appeared with his family in one of the rare Ford F-150 Lightning Administrative Staff in Attendance:
electric trucks. The truck was a huge hit with crowds who lined the streets of Stephen Hitchcock - City Attorney; Julie Wojtylko - Chief of Staff; Kevin Krause - Director of Fire &
Emergency Services; Merrie Druyor - TIFA/DDA Director; Gary Harris - Purchasing Director; Roberto
Northville for the annual patriotic display celebrating America. Photo by David Willett Scappaticci - DPW Director
1. Agenda
A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the agenda as presented.
Motion Carried Unanimously.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE 2. Minutes
NOTICE OF PUBLIC ACCURACY TEST A. Res. #22-131 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to approve the Minutes
AUGUST 2, 2022 PRIMARY ELECTION from the Regular Meeting held on Monday, May 9, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.
Motion Carried Unanimously.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Public Accuracy Test for the August 2, 2022 Primary Election is scheduled for B. Res. #22-132 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Minutes from the
Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 4:30 pm in the lobby of Township Hall, located at 44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, Michigan. Special Meeting - Study Session held on Monday, May 9, 2022, at 6:45 p.m. to discuss the
Redevelopment Ready Community Boards & Commissions Component Orientation & Training
The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to determine that the program and the computer being used to tabulate the results of the
Election count the votes in the manner prescribed by law. Strategy. Motion Carried Unanimously.
3. Petitioner - None
The public is welcome and invited to attend. 4. Chairperson's Report, John Barden, Mayor Pro-Tem - See Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
Roger Lundberg Res. #22-133 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to adopt a resolution in
Township Clerk recognition of years of service for Randolph Gear. Motion Carried Unanimously.
A. Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to accept the Chairperson's Report.
Publish: July 7, 2022 NT0188 - 070722 2.5 x 1.85 Motion Carried Unanimously.
5. Mayor's Report - Robert A. McCraight, Mayor
A. Res. #22-134 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to concur with the
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON Administration and award ITB 21/22-17 to the lowest, responsible and responsive bidder, Maurer's
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Textiles for three-year contractual services for uniform rental and laundry services for the City of
Romulus Department of Public Works. Motion Carried Unanimously.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed B. Res. #22-135 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the
proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, July 28, 2022 for the following: Administration and award ITB 21/22-18 to each bidding company at the prices submitted on the
Tabulation sheet for two-year fixed pricing for concrete for the City of Romulus Department of
PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT OF FOOD & BEVERAGE Public Works. Motion Carried Unanimously.
SERVICE FOR CANTON SPORTS CENTER BAR & GRILL
C. Res. #22-136 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by William Wadsworth to concur with the
Proposals may be downloaded on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or Administration and award RFP 21/22-01 to Benesch Engineering to conduct leak detection citywide
you may contact Mike Sheppard at: mike.sheppard@canton-mi.org. All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clear- in order to pinpoint undetected water leaks in the amount of $116,192.00.
ly marked with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of proposal opening. The Motion Carried Unanimously.
Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, D. Res. #22-137 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by Kathy Abdo to concur with the Administration
color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. and introduce budget amendment 21/22-13 to recognize Fire Grant Donations and corresponding
expenses related to the Grant revenue.
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
Publish 7/7/2022 CN2398 - 070722 2.5 x 2.166 FUND/DEPT. ACCOUNT NAME CURRENT AMENDMENT AMENDED
ACCOUNT NO. BUDGET BUDGET
FIRE
Revenue
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON 205-336-675.000 Donations $- $14,439.00 $14,439.00
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS 205-336-675.003 Dntns/Grant Local $- $15,000.00 $15,000.00
The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at 205-336-675.003 Dntns/Grant Local $- $4,654.00 $4,654.00
the meeting/hearing upon notice to the Charter Township of Canton.
Expense
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Charter Township 205-336-970.000 Capital Outlay $40,000.00 $29,439.00 $69,439.00
of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, 205-336-730.00 Operating Supplies $20,213.00 $4,654.00 $24,867.00
or activities. Motion Carried Unanimously.
E. FYI - Great Lakes Water Authority - No action from Council.
Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac- 6. Clerk's Report - Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk
tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of A. Res. #22-138 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by William Wadsworth to approve the Study
the ADA.
Session Request for Monday, June 6, 2022, at 6:45 p.m. to discuss the Quarterly Investment Report
Effective Communication: The Charter Township of Canton will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services Motion Carried Unanimously.
leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the Charter Township B. Res. #22-139 Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Tina Talley to approve the Study
of Canton's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, documents in Braille, and other Session Request for Monday, June 13, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. for a presentation on the Brownfield Plan
ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. Proposal from Ashley Capital. Motion Carried Unanimously.
C. Res. #22-140 Moved by Tina Talley, seconded by William Wadsworth to approve the Public
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies Hearing Request for Monday, June 13, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. for the Brownfield Plan Proposal.
and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi- Motion Carried Unanimously.
ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
are generally prohibited. 7. Treasurer's Report - Stacy Paige, Treasurer - No items under the Treasurer's Report
8. Public Comment - See Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par- 9. Unfinished Business - None
ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human 10. New Business - None
Resources Supervisor, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260 as soon 11. Warrant
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. A. Res. #22-141 Moved by Kathy Abdo, seconded by Tina Talley to approve Warrant #: 22-10 for
checks presented in the amount of $1,324,029.06. Motion Carried Unanimously.
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its 12. Communication - See Clerk's Office for complete copy of Minutes.
programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
13. Adjournment
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities Moved by William Wadsworth, seconded by Kathy Abdo to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m.
should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Supervisor, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Motion Carried Unanimously.
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260. I, Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, Clerk for the City of Romulus, Michigan do hereby certify the foregoing to be a true copy of the min-
utes of the regular meeting of the Romulus City Council held on May 23, 2022.
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-
ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
Publish: 07/07/22 CN2397 - 0707322 2.5 x 4.72 City of Romulus, Michigan RM0668 - 070722 2.5 x 11.758