Page 2 - eagle090122

PAGE 2 ASSOCIATED NEWSPAPERS OF MICHIGAN September 1, 2022

CANTON - PLYMOUTH
CANTON - PLYMOUTH

For the past several years, one of the major fundraisers for the Plymouth Canton Vietnam Veterans’ group has been the Fall Festival Party Tent behind E.G. Nick's on Forest
Street. The tent features live music and beverage service on both Friday and Saturday night and 100 percent of the $5 cover charge is donated to the veterans’ group.
Vietnam veterans’ group welcomes Fall Festival

There are about 300 Vietnam butions at the entrance to the even $50 bills into the donation party, providing the bands, tent, new identity for Vietnam veter-
veterans who are looking forward huge, air-conditioned tent in the jar to help these guys. We support rental chairs and tables, sound ans and to change public percep-
to the arrival of the Plymouth Fall parking lot have become a tradi- a great many local causes and system, insurance fees and tion of the individuals who
Festival again this year. tion among the over 21 crowd. groups, but this one is probably staffing. None of the cover charge served during that war.
For the past several years, one This year, like 2021, Agostini the one that means the most to goes to fund any of those expens- Agostini said he, Belli and the
of the major fundraisers for the said, the veterans' group is still me. These guys deserve all the es but is donated entirely to the entire restaurant staff enjoy the
veterans' group which formed in attempting to recover from the help we can give them.” veterans group. party tent as much as the crowds.
1978, “To promote and support effects of the COVID pandemic Members from the veterans The Plymouth-Canton chapter “It's just a really great time, and
the full range of issues important which seriously affected many of group greet party-goers at the is the only National Vietnam we enjoy it,” he said. “We can
to Vietnam era veterans,” is the their members. When COVID tent entrance both Friday and Veterans Organization congres- have a great time and do some
popular Party Tent behind E.G. precautions cancelled the Fall Saturday night, make sure they sionally chartered and exclusive- good for guys who really deserve
Nick's on Forest Avenue. Owners Festival two years ago, the impact are 21 or older, provide the iden- ly dedicated to Vietnam era veter- it.”
Tony Belli and Frank Agostini on the group was significant. tification bracelets and offer ans and their families, E.G. Nicks is located at 500
began donating the entire cover “They are still trying to catch up,” other services at the event. Their founding principle is Forest Ave. in Plymouth and the
charge of $5 per person to the Agostini said, “although people “We've never had a problem. “Never again will one generation party tent is in the back parking
group about five years ago. Since were really generous last year. Never,” said Agostini. Each year, of veterans abandon another,” lot. “Just follow the music,”
then, word has spread and contri- I've seen people throw $20 and the restaurant funds the entire and members work to create a Agostini advised.
Canton adopts new emergency notification system

Canton Township residents will soon to send telephone calls, text messages, er, road closures, water emergencies, under the Public Safety Spotlights; or by
have a new alert system from the local emails and posts to social media channels missing children, and more.” calling (866) 939-0911.
public safety department. to share important life safety information Those individuals living or working Subscribers will be able to enroll their
Canton has launched a new CodeRED necessary for residents to make informed within the township can enroll by texting contact information including cell phone
mass notification system to send alerts decisions during an emergency, officials the code word CANTON to 99411; at numbers, text and email addresses to
and time-sensitive messages to residents said. CodeRED was selected for its relia- www.canton-mi.org/250/Public-Safety begin receiving alerts and messages.
and staff members. In addition to emer- bility and accuracy, as well as the system's
gency and critical messages, the widespread adoption rates across the CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
PUBLIC HEARING
CodeRED notification system will also country. CDBG ADVISORY COUNCIL
enhance community engagement through “CodeRED's robust notification system
the release of other important but non- will provide Canton officials with a reli- On Wednesday, September 14, at 11:00 a.m. in a virtual public hearing on the township website (www.canton-mi.org), the Canton
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Advisory Council will hold a public hearing on the PY 2021 Consolidated
emergency community messages to those able, easy-to-use interface to quickly Annual Performance Evaluation Report ("CAPER"). Written comments or requests for information should be directed to: Mike
who wish to subscribe, a police official deliver critical information to our citizens Sheppard, CDBG Manager, Finance Department, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, Michigan 48188, (734) 394-5225.
said in a prepared statement. The new during emergencies. We are eager to use Publish: September 1, 2022 CN2428 - 090122 2.5 x 1.25 Michael Siegrist, Clerk
system became operable today, Sept. 1, this innovative technology to enhance our
and will replace the existing Nixle mass emergency preparedness plans,” said
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
notification system the township has been Emergency Manager William Hayes. “We CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE
using. anticipate using the system to notify resi- EVALUATION REPORT
The CodeRED platform has the ability dents of emergency alerts, severe weath- (Program Year 2021 CDBG "CAPER")
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Crossing repair is scheduled The above-named document for the Canton Community Development Block Grant Program is available for inspection at the
Finance Department, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, Canton, Michigan 48188 during regular business hours, or on the township
website at https://www.canton-mi.org/654/Community-Development-Block-Grant-Progra
or you may email
mike.sheppard@canton-mi.org for an electronic copy. The document describes the performance of the CDBG program from July
1, 2021-June 30, 2022. Comments on the CAPER will be accepted for at least 15 days, beginning September 1, 2022. Comments
received during the public comment period will be forwarded to the Department of HUD and will become an addendum to the
Drivers in downtown Plymouth found has been a source of constant complaints CAPER.
North Main Street closed Monday morn- as the bone-rattling ditches between the Publish: September 1, 2022 CN2427 - 090122 2.5 x 1.896 Michael Siegrist, Clerk
ing as work began on the cratered rail- tracks challenged even the most serious
road crossing. of suspension systems. Drivers have
According to CSX railroad, the work been reduced to 10 miles per hour in an PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE
PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED
could take as long as two weeks to com- effort to preserve vehicles, officials said. TO SUPPORT THE 2023 PROPOSED BUDGET
plete, which should see the crossing The Main Street repair follows the
reopen to traffic just before the repair and reconstruction several other NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Canton will be holding a public hearing regarding the property tax
millage rate proposed to be levied to support the 2023 proposed budget on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in the first
Plymouth Fall Festival which brings crossings in the city by CSX. Workers floor Board Meeting Room at the Township Administration Building located at 1150 South Canton Center Road, Canton, MI
about 20,000 visitors to the community. recently repaired crossings at Ann Arbor 48188.
The reopening of the crossing could be Trail, Mill Street South, Starkweather All interested citizens are encouraged to attend and will be offered an opportunity at said hearing to voice any comments they
delayed by the Labor Day holiday, offi- and Holbrook. may have regarding this request. The meeting can also be accessed virtually via a Zoom link, which will be posted on the Canton
Township Website at www.canton-mi.org. Written comments may also be submitted to the Township Clerk's Office at 1150 South
cials said, which would present some The posted detour will take motorists Canton Center Road, Canton, MI 48188 prior to the hearing date.
problems. from Theodore to Farmer, then Farmer Michael A. Siegrist,
The railroad crossing on Main Street to Amelia back to Main Street. Canton Clerk

Publish: September 1, 2022; The Associated Newspapers CN2429 - 090122 2.5 x 2.194
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
September 27, 2022 at 7:00 PM CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at the Northville Township Municipal Offices, 44405 Six Mile Road,
Northville, MI 48168 to consider rezoning parcel # 77 071 99 0002 701 (81.6 acres), north side of 5 Mile, between railroad track The Charter Township of Canton will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities at
and Napier Rd., from ORT Office, Research & Technology to I-1 Industrial. 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
The public is invited to attend this public hearing and express their comments or ask questions. Plans will be available for view-
ing at the Township between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Written comments will be received by the of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs,
or activities.
Northville Township Planning Commission at 44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168 no later than 12:00 PM on the day on
the above meeting. 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
Matthew Wilk, Chair the ADA.
Planning Commission
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
Publish: September 1, 2022 NT0193 - 090122 2.5 x 2.281
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
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi-
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS – PUBLIC HEARING ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets
September 21, 2022 – 7:00 PM are generally prohibited.
The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) will hold a public hearing at the Northville Township Municipal Office Building, located Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par-
at 44405 Six Mile Road, Northville MI. The ZBA will consider a variance request to Chapter 170, Zoning Ordinance as follows: ticipate in a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton should contact the office of Barb Brouillette, Human
Resources Supervisor, 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.
• 41289 Stone Haven Rd. - Article 31.5, Fences in Residential Zoning Districts
The ADA does not require the Charter Township of Canton to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its
• 39700 5 Mile Rd. - Article 31.6, Fences in Nonresidential Districts programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
The public is invited to attend this public hearing and express their comments or ask questions. Plans are available for viewing Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities
at the Township between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Written comments will be received by the ZBA at should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Supervisor, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road,
44405 Six Mile Road, Northville, MI 48168 no later than 12:00 PM on the day of the above meeting. 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-
Paul Slatin, Chair als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev-
Zoning Board of Appeals ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.

Publish: September 1, 2022 NT0192 - 090122 2.5 x 2.515 Publish: 09/01/22 CN2426 - 090122 2.5 x 4.72