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BELLEVILLE - INKSTER - NORTHVILLE

Van Buren Schools earns high marks on audit

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Van Buren Public Schools ance to $7,972,611 from the former submitted to the state for pay-
received the “highest level of $10,048,122, according to district The technology we have ment.
assurance possible” on the 2017- Financial Director Shareen Superintendent of Schools
2018 financial audit. Barker. She told the board mem- put in the students' hands Pete Kudlak told the board mem-
The audit was presented to the bers the decrease was an inten- is very impressive. bers that there was a decrease in
members of the board of educa- tional spending of the fund bal- the student population again this
tion at a regular meeting this ance to a current 16.09 percent of year as has been occurring since
month by representatives from revenue, as of June 30. Barker told Featheringill commented that The auditors explained the 2014-2015 when the district lost
Taylor and Morgan, CPAs. Auditor the board that expenses this year maintaining the fund balance financial situation with a Power 107 students; the next year, 2015-
Tom Taylor told the board mem- including the purchase of buses between 12-15 percent is neces- Point presentation that demon- 2016, the district lost 162 students;
bers that the document was “an and investment in new technology sary to prevent borrowing to meet strated a student population of in 2016-17, the district showed a
unmodified audit opinion” which were the reason for the reduced expenses while waiting for the 4,646 students for the school year. loss of 168 students, he reported.
is the best possible rating for fund balance and that the current state funding allowances to arrive The district receives $7,779 per During the last school year, the
financial statements. percentage is above the average each summer. student as a Foundation school population decreased by 54
The 2017-2018 budget totaled for school districts in the state, “The technology we have put in Allowance from the state. The students and for this year, the
$50.2 million, and showed a which is 13.65 percent. the students' hands is very impres- counts are taken on designated totals showed a decrease of 30 stu-
decrease in the general fund bal- Board Treasurer Susan sive,” Barker said. ‘First Fridays’ in the district and dents.

Scary stuff

Trick or treating in downtown Northville will take place under the supervision of some pretty "scary" characters this Halloween with more than 120 life-size skeletons dis-
played throughout the area. The skeletons, crated by Begonia Brothers of Northville, will remain in place through Halloween and then disappear until next year. Streets of
Treats will take place from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 27 throughout downtown and the dog park costume contest is set for 5-6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 30 at the
Cady Street Dog Park. Trick of treating will take place in the community from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 31.

Museum readies for annual festival of trees

The Belleville Area Museum Tuesday, Nov. 22 through size artificial tree; a tabletop plays the name of the entrant. In ested in participating in the
(BAM) will host the Belle Noelle Wednesday, Dec. 21. artificial tree no taller than 3 addition to displaying a tree, the silent auction, should contact
Festival of Trees through Dec. Each entry should have a cul- feet or an artificial wreath museum offers the option of the museum at (734) 697-1944 or
21. tural or historical holiday theme which must have a sturdy wire donating a fully-decorated tree via Email at
Community organizations, or one that is representative of attached for hanging. for auction. The Silent Tree kdallos@provide.net.
individuals, and businesses can the organization entering the All entries must have lights Auction has proven to be an All entries in the tree display
display decorated trees or tree or wreath. Past themes and entrants must supply their excellent way to raise money for must be received by Wednesday,
wreaths at the museum and the have included an old-fashioned own long extension cord labeled museum sponsored programs Nov. 14.
event has become a focal point Christmas, Santas, gingerbread with entrant's name. and events. This year, the auc- For more information, con-
of the tri-community holiday men, peppermints, patriotic - Entries should include the tion will continue from Nov. 17 tact the museum at (734) 697-
celebration. This year the festi- red, white and blue, etc. artificial tree, a tree stand, through Dec. 19. Trees will be 1944. The museum is located at
val of trees portion of the cele- Entries can be submitted in lights, decorations, tree skirt, available for pick up beginning 405 Main St. in Belleville, MI
bration will continue from one of three categories: a floor- and a decorative sign that dis- that day at 7 p.m. Those inter- 48111
Legislator moderates debate CITY OF ROMULUS
PUBLIC NOTICE

State Rep. Jewell Jones (D-Inkster) continued to struggle with,” said Jones. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Public Accuracy Test for the November 6, 2018 State
moderated The Positive Change “I've always believed that providing General Election has been scheduled for Friday, October 26, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. in the Romulus City
Initiative “Great Debate” last weekend in young people with positive mentors and Council Chambers, 11111 Wayne Road, Romulus, MI.
Lake Charles, Louisiana. The debate role models is essential to curbing school The Public Accuracy Test is conducted to demonstrate that the program and computer that will be
gave students the chance to showcase dropout rates, so I looked forward to used to tabulate the results of the election counts the votes in the manner prescribed by law pursuant
to MCL 168.798(1).
their ideas for creating lasting solutions hearing the perspectives of the students
to school dropout rates. The discussion themselves.” Ellen L. Craig-Bragg, City Clerk
panel included 10 student participants in The Positive Change Initiative was
the initiative program sparring in a par- created earlier this year to focus on Publish: 10-25-18 RM0348 - 102518 2.5 x 2.045
liamentary style debate over their pro- investing in the lives of at-risk youth and
posed fixes. breaking the cycle of juvenile violence.
“I was deeply honored to moderate Jones was joined by CNN and Fox News Notice of Public Hearing
this debate over an issue that schools in analyst Ted Williams in moderating the CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH, MI
Detroit, and throughout Michigan, have debate. PLANNING COMMISSION
PROPOSED ACTION: Amendment to the Text of the Charter Township of Plymouth Zoning Ordinance No. 99 by Amending
Article XII: C-1, Neighborhood Shopping District
DATE OF HEARING: Wednesday, November 14, 2018
TIME OF HEARING: 7:00 P.M.
PLACE OF HEARING: Plymouth Township Hall, 9955 N. Haggerty Road, Plymouth, MI 48170
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Plymouth, on its own motion, pro-
poses to amend the text of the Zoning Ordinance No. 99 by amending Article XII: C-1, Neighborhood Shopping District at a reg-
ular meeting of the Planning Commission.
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CANTON NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that persons interested may attend the public hearing and/or send correspondence regarding
ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS the application to Plymouth Township Hall, attn.: Carol Martin. Pertinent information relative to the application is on file at the
Plymouth Township, Community Development Department (second floor counter) and may be viewed during regular business
hours from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
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.
The Charter Township of Plymouth will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities
at the public hearing upon one weeks advance notice by writing or calling the Supervisor’s Office, 9955 N. Haggerty Road,
In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the Charter Township Plymouth, MI 48170; (734) 354-3201.
of Canton will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs,
or activities.
Publish by: October 29, 2018
Kendra Barberena, Secretary, Planning Commission PT0212 - 102518 2.5 x 3.076
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 Notice of Public Hearing
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 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH, MI
ways of making information and communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. PLANNING COMMISSION
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: The Charter Township of Canton will make all reasonable modifications to policies PROPOSED ACTION: Amendment to the Zoning Map (Rezoning)
and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activi- DATE OF HEARING: Wednesday, November 14, 2018
ties. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in the Charter Township of Canton's offices, even where pets TIME OF HEARING: 7:00 P.M.
are generally prohibited. PLACE OF HEARING: Plymouth Township Hall, 9955 N. Haggerty Road, Plymouth, MI 48170
APPLICATION NO.: 2310-1018
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to par- APPLICANT: Critical Mass, LLC (Richard Cox)
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 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Charter Township of Plymouth has received an application to rezone Tax ID No. R-78-
as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event. 018-03-0073-701, from the PL, Public Lands district to the C-2, General Commercial district, pursuant to Zoning Ordinance No.
99. The property is to be redevelopment and is located east of Edward Hines Drive, west of Northville Road and north of M-14.
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. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that persons interested may attend the public hearing and/or send correspondence regarding
the application to Plymouth Township Hall, attn.: Carol Martin. Pertinent information relative to the application is on file at the
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the Charter Township of Canton is not accessible to persons with disabilities Plymouth Township, Community Development Department (second floor counter) and may be viewed during regular business
should be directed to Barb Brouillette, Human Resources Coordinator, Charter Township of Canton, 1150 S. Canton Center Road, hours from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Canton, MI 48188, (734) 394-5260.
The Charter Township of Plymouth will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services to individuals with disabilities
The Charter Township of Canton will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of individu- at the public hearing upon one weeks advance notice by writing or calling the Supervisor’s Office, 9955 N. Haggerty Road,
als with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services or reasonable modifications of policy, such as retriev- Plymouth, MI 48170; (734) 354-3201.
ing items from locations that are open to the public but are not accessible to persons who use wheelchairs.
Publish by: October 29, 2018
Publish: 10/25/2018 CN1767 - 102518 2.5 x 4.72 Kendra Barberena, Secretary, Planning Commission PT0211 - 102518 2.5 x 3.188