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CANTON - SUMPTER
CANTON - SUMPTER

Board OKs larger warning signs at Sherwood Pond

While it may be a bit late in cautions were necessary but ” the township-owned pond in
the season, visitors to Sherwood were hesitant to ban swimming Banotai Park. He added that fed-
Pond in Sumpter Township can at the township park. Currently, testing for bacteria in the pond eral standards might classify the
expect to see much larger signs Following discussion at a pre- pond as a lake, based on area
advising them to swim at their vious meeting, a public meeting water is limited due to scheduling size and depth as it is 20 feet
own risk. was scheduled for input regard- inconsistencies with available laboratories deep in spots.
Currently, testing for bacteria ing township residential ponds. “At the minimum, we need
in the pond water is limited due Oddy said there was no public and there is no lifeguard on duty. larger signs permanently
to scheduling inconsistencies input on the proposed ban at installed,” Oddy said.
with available laboratories and Sherwood Pond at that meeting. LaPorte agreed and suggested
there is no lifeguard on duty at Township Manager Anthony investigating a possible regular
the pond. Last month, Trustee Burdick explained the three- communities where the water is Labor Day holiday it could be the testing routine for next year.
Matt Oddy suggested taking the week cycle of testing the pond for filtered and cleaned, testing end of swimming season at the The board members agreed to
precaution of prohibiting swim- bacteria or harmful elements takes place three times a day to pond. increase the signs cautioning
ming at the pond due to several noting that by the time the testing ensure safety of those using the Oddy was also concerned that swimmers to 3 feet by 3 feet. In
drownings in surrounding was complete, the environment facility. township ordinances are in place the absence of Supervisor Tim
municipal water attractions. at the pond had changed due to Trustee Don LaPorte said he regarding residential ponds in Bowman, Trustee Peggy Morgan
Most members of the board the weather conditions. He noted was concerned with the safety at the community, but those same cast the only no vote on the cau-
agreed with Oddy that some pre- that some water features in other the pond but noted that after the regulations are not enforced at tionary signage.
Brews, Brats and Bands returns to Preservation Park

A 14-year tradition will community engagement, as well
return to Preservation Park in as the Canton Cares Fund,
Canton Township Sept. 23. which supports the Canton
Since 2010, Brews, Brats and community by providing finan-
Bands has attracted craft beer cial assistance to disaster relief,
lovers and the older than 21 therapeutic recreation, youth
crowd to the special event set and senior programs, he added.
for 6 until 9 p.m. The event has Admission includes seven
been revamped by host Canton tasting tokens each good for
Leisure Services and the beer, cider, or seltzer tasting
Village Arts Factory. Sponsors samples, as well as two grilled
of the event include Schoolcraft brats of customer’s choice (veg-
College, Maraschinos Pub, and etarian option available), a
Beerfests.com. snack from the pretzel neck-
“Metro Detroit's growing lace-making station, water, chili
craft beer culture can taste and cook-off tastings, and a com-
appreciate over 50 specialty memorative mug. The brats will
beers, ciders, and seltzers in be provided by Maraschinos
one location,” said Kevin Ryan, Pub. Plus, musical entertain-
Village Arts Factory program ment will be performed
director. “Any event involving throughout the evening by
drinking craft beers, eating Standing Room Only.
brats, and listening to music Tickets are $45, if purchased
with friends and family is online before Sept. 23 and $50
bound to be a good time. Plus, at the door (cash only). Tickets
proceeds from this year's event can be purchased online at Brews, Brats and Bands has always attracted the older than 21 crowd to Preservation Park in Canton
will benefit the Village Arts https://events.beerfests.com. Township. The event this year is set for 6 until 9 p.m. Sept. 23.
Factory, which is a 501(c)(3) non- Designated Driver tickets are
profit organization based in also available for just $15. receive four additional tickets dees are encouraged to bring Canton's Brews, Brats, and
Canton that serves as a nexus Additional beer-tasting tickets for just $5. Limited seating and their own folding chairs. Bands, visit www.cantonfun
for the arts, culture, music, and are available for purchase; tables will be provided, so atten- For more information on .org/678.