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CANTON

Loving tribute

Family funds memorial garden

Mohammed Basheer Ahmed will long such a substantial donation from the
be remembered by visitors to the Summit Ahmed family," said Canton Leisure
on the Park in Canton Township. Services Director Greg Hohenberger.
Mr. Ahmed's family recently donated "This contribution has helped us make an
$10,000 through the Ahmed Family Fund immediate impact on the aesthetics of this
to construct a patio courtyard and medita- outdoor space, so that it can be enjoyed
tion garden behind the township recre- now and also appreciated by visitors to the
ation center in memory of their father. Summit for years to come."
The official dedication of the tranquil Moving forward, this outdoor area will
outdoor area, which was designed and be used by Canton Club 55+ to offer gar-
installed by Reliable Landscaping of dening opportunities, as well as a location
Canton, was recently attended by friends for special events. In addition, continued
and family of Mohammed Basheer support from the Ahmed Family Fund,
Ahmed, who was a long-time member of which is administered by the Canton A special dedication ceremony celebrates the unveiling of a new courtyard behind the
the Summit on the Park and who was an Community Foundation, will enable the Summit on the Park in memory of Mohammed Basheer Ahmed. (Provided courtesy of Canton
avid swimmer in the Summit Aquatic development and implementation of Leisure Services)
Center and guest of Canton Club 55+. future health and wellness programs, a For more information about this latest www.summitonthepark.org or call (734)
"We are extremely grateful to receive spokesman explained. Summit on the Park amenity, visit 394-5460.
Change in sewer service to save township $3 million

Julie Brown Authority (WTUA). Sprague tomers are paying more, with ity concerns. Greg Hohenberger, Canton
Staff Writer noted Plymouth Township and Canton Supervisor Pat Williams “Long-term planning played a Leisure Services director, out-
Northville Township have also saying, “There's some more good role here,” Williams said. lined mail and internet surveys
Savings of some $3 million a OK'd similar termination agree- news coming. We have to be cau- He and Canton Township to be used by Cobalt Community
year for Canton Township will ments, opting out of sending sani- tious, though,” Williams added, Clerk Michael Siegrist praised Research. Those surveys will
come from the termination of tary sewer flow to Wayne County. noting a variety of factors deter- the past Canton administrations cover the Canton Public Library
sanitary sewer service with Sprague noted few basement mine what residents pay. for planning efforts. “I'm definite- as part of the periodic accredita-
Wayne County. backups of sewage from WTUA Williams added, “Residents ly in favor of this termination tion.
Canton Township trustees use, the last in 2018. He said are already seeing some benefit.” agreement,” said Siegrist. The township budget has allo-
heard at the Tuesday, Aug. 13, that's “not too bad” considering Sprague will meet with Jade Additional storage capacity is cated $30,000 for that survey,
meeting from Aaron Sprague, age of the infrastructure. Smith, Canton Municipal planned at the WTUA site, with the library paying $10,000
director of operations for the Canton Trustee Steven Services director, to help address expected to start in 2020. and Leisure Services the bal-
Western Township Utilities Sneideman asked if Canton cus- western Canton Township capac- In other business Aug. 13, ance.
Back-to-school rally set for this Saturday in park

.The Plymouth-Canton Community will be on site providing valuable infor- cipals and district leaders, learn about Building on the success of the pro-
Schools, Canton Leisure Services and mation to position children for success in school programs -- from preschool gram last year, the event will offer family
the Educational Excellence Foundation the coming school year. through high school. In addition, partici- fun, as well as useful information and
are helping families celebrate fall and “This annual event is the ultimate way pants will be able to enjoy special savings resources all in one centralized area in
begin the back-to-school season with the to celebrate the 2019-20 school year with on Canton Leisure Services programs Heritage Park, located behind the
Third Annual Back to School Bash from the rest of the Canton community,” said and classes with early bird registration Canton Administration Building at 1150
1-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 in Canton Jennifer Provenzano, recreation and cul- pricing. S. Canton Center Road, Canton.
Heritage Park. tural arts supervisor. “We certainly look Area residents are also encouraged to For more information, call (734) 394-
This free event will offer a variety of forward to another enriching and pro- try out the Fun Zone featuring food, fun, 5460 or visit www.pccsk12.com or
student performances and showcases. In ductive school year for the Plymouth- and games for the entire family. www.cantonfun.org.
addition, local schools and community Canton Community Schools.”
groups, clubs, and area resource centers Event-goers will be able to meet prin- CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton, 1150 Canton Center S, Canton, Michigan will accept sealed
Synopsis of Charter Township of Canton Board Proceedings proposals at the Office of the Clerk up to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, September 5, 2019 for the following:
Members: Supervisor Pat Williams, Clerk Michael Siegrist, Treasurer Dian Slavens VILLAGE THEATER AUDITORIUM SEAT REFURBISHMENT
Trustees: John Anthony, Sommer Foster, Anne Graham-Hudak, Steven Sneideman Proposals may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bid-
netdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or you may contact Mike Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All proposals must be submitted in a
Regular Meeting 07/09/19 Synopsis: Approved consent and general calendar as posted in full on website sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of pro-
posal opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on
Copies of the complete Board minutes can be found for free at www.canton-mi.org. Minutes can also be viewed or copied the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.
at 1150 S. Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI during normal business hours. Call 734-394-5120 for more information. CN1930 - 082219 2.5 x 1.294
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK
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Thursday, September 5, 2019 for the following:
HERITAGE PARK BALL FIELD FENCE DESIGN AND INSTALLATION
PLANNING COMMISSION
Proposals may be picked up at the Finance and Budget Department, on the MITN Purchasing Group website at https://www.bid- CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
netdirect.com/mitn/cantontownship or you may contact Mike Sheppard at: 734/394-5225. All proposals must be submitted in a NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
sealed envelope clearly marked with the proposal name, company name, address and telephone number and date and time of pro-
posal opening. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals. The Township does not discriminate on PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON, WAYNE
the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. COUNTY, MICHIGAN.
MICHAEL SIEGRIST, CLERK 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
Publish 8/22/2019 CN1928 - 082219 2.5 x 1.569 will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, September 9, 2019, in the First Floor Meeting Room of the Canton Township
Administration Building, 1150 S. Canton Center Road at 7:00 p.m. on the following proposed amendment to the Zoning
Ordinance:
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE GRANDVIEW ESTATES PDD 2nd AMENDMENT (GRANDVIEW SOUTH) - CONSIDER REQUEST TO AMEND THE PDD AS PERMITTED IN SECTION
NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS 27.04 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE INCLUSIVE OF PARCEL NO(S). 124 99 0001 701, 124 99 0002 000, 124 99 0003
OFFICE CLOSING 005 (50200 MOTT), 124 99 0004 000 (49900 MOTT) AND 124 99 0010 000 (49850 MOTT). Property is located east of Barr
Road between Geddes and Mott Roads.
The Charter Township of Northville Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, Written comments addressed to the Planning Commission should be received at the Canton Township Administration Building,
2019, in observance of Labor Day. The offices will reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3, 1150 Canton Center S. prior to Thursday, September 5, 2019 in order to be included in the materials submitted for review.
2019. SEE ATTACHED MAP Greg Greene, Chairman
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POLICE & FIRE EMERGENCY SERVICES WILL REMAIN AVAILABLE
Marjorie F. Banner, Clerk
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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS

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.
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,
or activities.
Employment: The Charter Township of Canton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment prac-
tices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title II of
the ADA.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its
programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities
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 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.
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