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NORTHVILLE - PLYMOUTH
NORTHVILLE - PLYMOUTH

Renovations at elementary school buildings set to begin

Eriksson, Field, Hulsing and space and the development of Hulsing, Eriksson and Field with
Dodson elementary schools in secure entrances at Field, ” a parent pick-up loop.
the Plymouth Canton Eriksson and Hulsing. McCarthy Plans include the addition of a separate gymnasium Current plans indicate that
Community Schools district will said the similarity of the build- and cafetorium at each building, bringing them work at Hulsing is budgeted at
be among the first to receive ings would allow architects $8,394,468 while work at Dodson
upgrades and renovations fund- greater ease in preparing plans, concurrent with the other district elementary schools. is expected to cost $6,496,929.
ed by the $275 million bond issue rather than having to design The work at Eriksson is estimat-
voters approved earlier this year. entries specific to unique plans ed at $8,296,895 and the costs at
Members of the district board in separate buildings. said the design and construction tion bond will continue for 10 Field will be about $8,288,655.
of education learned of the pri- He also reminded the board document phase should be com- years. Officials said the next phase
orities of the planned projects members that there is some plete in December and awarding Plans include the addition of of the renovations would include
during their regular meeting. immediacy to moving ahead in of construction bids planned for a separate gymnasium and cafe- the addition of a band room and
These buildings were selected, light of the bond requirements January and February next year. torium at each building, bringing a natatorium at Plymouth High
according to Bill McCarthy of which dictate that 85 percent of Construction, he said, should them concurrent with the other School and the expansion of the
McCarthy & Smith, Inc., due to the initial series of three bonds take place from April until district elementary schools. performing arts center at Salem
the need for additional class much be spend in 36 months. He November of 2021. The construc- Parking will be added at High School.
Place your bets

Live racing under way at Northville track

The odds are in betters' favor at reduced, track managers said, by 85 per-
Northville Downs which opened recently cent.
for standardbred racing. “We're requiring the track and the rac-
The racetrack will require all visitors ing teams to limit personal interactions to
to wear face masks and health screenings what is required run a live race meeting
and temperature checks will be required safely,” Michigan Gaming Control Board
for all spectators. Social distancing is executive director Richard S. Kalm said
required and the grandstand capacity is in a statement. “This level of care also
limited to no more than 896 persons, must be extended to fans who visit the
including the bar and restaurant area. track.”
Track management was required to move The state gaming control board mem-
more than 100 tables, 500 chairs and 200 bers approved advance deposit wagering
televisions to accommodate the health in June and granted a temporary license
requirements. Crowd capacity has been to TVG Network on the same day.
Rotary schools.
Jeanne DeRoche, current president of
the Rotary Club of Plymouth A.M. was on
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“Our club was honored to receive this
scholarships for students who have over- award as it was given by women teachers
come adversity to continue their educa- and educators in our community. It means
tion. The society also acknowledged the a lot to us to be recognized by profession-
work of the club in the African nation of als that we admire,” DeRoche said.
Ghana, building two schools there, train- To learn more about the work of
ing teachers and supplying desks and Rotary and the Plymouth A.M. club, visit
other educational materials for the http://www.rotaryclubplymoutham.org.

Coach who were interviewed following his arrest Advertisement for Outfield Fencing and Dog Park Fencing
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF NORTHVILLE
in January. The students, ages 14 to 18
Marv Gans Community Park
years of age, described improper conduct,
close relationships with Dean, some inti- Bids will be received by the Clerks Department via electronic submittals to Katie Anderson at kanderson@twp.northville.mi.us
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mate touching along with promises of spe- by 2:00 P.M. Monday, September 28th, 2020.
cial treatment or rewards based on their The Township hereby solicits bids from qualified contractors for the complete removal, disposal of, and replacement of outfield
then nude photos of himself with only his attire. fencing on two ballfields and dog park fencing located at Marv Gans Community Park, 15801 Beck Rd., Northville, MI 4816,
genitals covered. The admissibility of the new witness Northville, MI 48168. Information on the project is available on the Northville Township website at
www.twp.northville.mi.us/projects along with all bid documents, and can also be obtained by contacting the Parks and Recreation
Prosecutors also claim there is evi- accounts has not been determined by the Department at 248-508-5314.
dence that Dean inappropriately touched court. Dean's next court appearance is set Additional information may be obtained from the Parks & Facilities Supervisor, Nathan Reilly at nreilly@twp.northville.mi.us.
some Northville High School students this month. Questions regarding the project shall be brought to the attention of the Nathan Reilly, Parks and Recreation Department via email
to nreilly@twp.northville.mi.us. Questions will not be accepted after 3:30 P.M. Friday, September 18th, 2020.
Marjorie Banner, Township Clerk
CITY OF ROMULUS
PLANNING COMMISSION Publish: September 3, 2020 NT0087 - 090320 2.5 x 3.622
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING - September 21, 2020
Sumpter Township
Notice is hereby given that the City of Romulus will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, Regular Board Meeting
September 21, 2020 for the purpose of considering the following: Tuesday, August 11, 2020, 6:30 p.m.
23480 Sumpter Rd., Belleville, MI 48111
PDA-2020-001; Fairways at Gateway Planned Development Area (PDA) Amendment, to mod- Minutes
ify the type of residential structures allowed in The Fairways at Gateway Sub No. 3, Lots 220, 221 Meeting called to order by Supervisor Morgan at 6:30 pm. Roll call: Supervisor J. Morgan, Clerk E.
and 222 (Parcels No. 80-009-001-0220-000, 80-009-001-0221-000, & 80-009-001-0222-000); and Hurst and Trustees: Swinson, LaPorte and Rush. Treasurer K. Bednark and Trustee Oddy excused.
Parcel No. 80-009-99-0001-707 Also showing present: Attorney Young, Deputy Clerk Burdick, Fire Chief Januszyk, Public Safety
Director/Chief of Police Luke and approximately 14 residents.
The public hearing will be held via the ZOOM Meeting app.
3. Agenda: Motion by Rush, supported by Swinson to approve the agenda. Motion carried.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82333847219 4. Public Comments on Agenda Items Only: No comments were received.

Dial by your location: 1-312-626-6799 5. Minutes: Motion by Hurst, supported by LaPorte to approve the Regular Board Meeting Minutes of July 28, 2020. Motion
carried.
Meeting ID: 823 3384 7219 6. Warrants: Motion by LaPorte, supported by Rush to approve the warrants totaling $332,686.60.
Roll call vote: Yes: Rush, Swinson, LaPorte, Clerk Hurst and Supervisor Morgan. Treasurer Bednark and Trustee Oddy excused.
Written comments may be submitted and should be addressed to the Planning Department, 12600 Nay: None. Motion carried.
Wayne Road, Romulus, MI 48174-1485 or planning@romulusgov.com. 7. Receive & File:
Motion by LaPorte, supported by Hurst to receive and file the following reports. Motion carried.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodations to effectively participate in the meeting should • Attorney Report – Young
contact the Carol Maise, City Planner at 734-955-4530 or send an email to • Water & Sewer Report – Morgan
planning@romulusgov.com by 8:00 a.m. the day of the meeting to request assistance. Closed 8. Police Report-Luke:
Captions will be provided upon request. Motion by LaPorte, supported by Rush to approve the Police Report. Motion carried.

Publish: September 3, 2020 9. Building/Ordinance Report-Rush:
RM0524 - 090320 2.5 x 4.227 Motion by LaPorte, supported by Swinson to approve the Building/Ordinance Report. Motion carried.
10. Fire Report-Januszyk:
NOTICE OF BUDGET HEARING Motion by LaPorte, supported by Rush to approve the Fire Report. Motion carried.
CANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD
CANTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 11. Treasurer’s Report-K. Bednark:
Motion by Hurst, supported by Swinson to receive and file the Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried.
Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.
12. Supervisor Report-J. Morgan:
• Supervisor Morgan wanted to give a “shout out” to the Township employees who worked hard to provide services to our
THE MEETING WILL BE HELD ELECTRONICALLY. residents during the COVID pandemic AND to the residents for being so understanding during these trying times!
Motion by Rush, supported by Swinson to approve the Supervisor’s report. Motion carried
The Canton Public Library Board (“Library Board”) will hold a public hearing on the proposed Library budget for the fiscal year
January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021 electronically on September 17, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. 13. Board Response:
The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the • Trustee LaPorte requested the Supervisor, at his discretion, consider a Township committee of Department Management
proposed Fiscal Year 2021 budget will be a subject of this hearing. and Finance Director to develop a Credit Card Policy that is in concert with the current purchasing policy for all
Departments and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees for approval consideration at the August 25, 2020
A copy of the budget, including the proposed property tax millage rates, is available for public inspection on the Library’s web- Regular Board Meeting. Motion by LaPorte, supported by Hurst. Motion carried.
site https://www.cantonpl.org.
• Trustee Rush advised of his observance of the Sumpter Township Emergency Response, Fire and Police Departments for
The Library must hold a public hearing before the final adoption of the budget. Any interested person will be given the opportu- their excellent emergency response and actions to a bee swarm/stinging incident at Banotai Park.
nity to be heard at the public hearing regarding the proposed budget.
14. New Business:
Pursuant to Executive Order 2020-154, the Library gives notice of the following: A. Motion by Rush supported by Swinson to approve to accept resignation of Virginia Belinski from the Planning
Commission, with regrets. Motion carried.
1. Reason for Electronic Meeting. The meeting and public hearing are being held electronically because of the capaci- *Deputy Armatis to ensure a plaque is obtained recognizing Ms. Belinski’s service to Sumpter Township.
ty restrictions and social distancing requirements set forth in Executive Order 2020-160. Therefore, the Library wants to ensure B. Motion by Swinson, supported by Hurst to approve to name Bart Patterson to the Planning Commission, term to expire
participation by the public if the public cannot be physically present. 01/12/2021.
2. Procedures. The public may participate in the meeting electronically and may make public comment at: 15. Announcements:
• Newly appointed member to the Sumpter Township Planning Commission, Bart Patterson, introduced himself and spoke
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86503355091?pwd=S25sbUJNSXB1aXZHVE1TOUFUbjVyZz09. of his professional history and his residency in Sumpter Township for 24 years.
3. Contact Information. For those people who desire to contact members of the Library Board to provide input or ask 16. Open Floor: Five (5) people spoke.
questions on any business that will come before the public body at the meeting, please contact Eva Davis, Library Director, at
(734) 397-0999 or at davise@cantonpl.org prior to the start of the meeting. 17. Adjournment: Motion by Rush, supported by LaPorte to adjourn at 7:05 pm. Motion carried.
4. Persons with Disabilities. Persons with disabilities may participate in the meeting through the methods set forth in Minutes prepared by,
paragraph 2. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services in order to attend electronically should notify Eva Anthony Burdick, Deputy Clerk
Davis, Library Director, at (734) 397-0999 or at davise@cantonpl.org within a reasonable time in advance of the meeting. Sumpter Township
Dated: August 19, 2020 Eva Davis, Director _____________________________________ ________________________
Canton Public Library Esther Hurst, Clerk Date
1200 S. Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48188 ______________________________________ ________________________
(734) 397-0999 CNLIB - 090320 2.5 x 4.937 John Morgan, Supervisor Date ST0015 - 090320 2.5 x 8.779