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Event to raise money, awareness for Turning Point FAMILY THANKS RESIDENT WHO

BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights City Council is reviewing proposed amendments to the code of ordinances that would allow for more marijuana businesses to possibly open in town.

The proposed changes were approved on first reading at the meeting Sept. 26. Of the seven council members, three voted

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BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI Deborah Monroe, center, — Taking steps this domestic and sexual violence, including an emergenakozlowski@candgnews.com month toMaria highlight visits Fields,awareness left, and of sexual assault, Turn- cy shelter, individual and group counseling, advocacy, Maria’s daughter Ronni its sixth annual fund- a personal protection order assistance program, and a ing Point Macomb is hosting Majewski at Royal Beau-the Stars, April MADISON HEIGHTS — A examiners local woman is thanking the stranger raiser, Stepping OutOak With 29. forensic nurse program. mont HospitalPoint Oct. 1.strives Monroeto empower who rushed to her man got in a car Turning survivors of husband’s aid after the 81-year-old See TURNING on page 18A helped Maria’s husband accident that left him hospitalized with a brain injury from which he’s still Fredrick when he got in a car recovering. crash outside her Madison “We really want to show our appreciation,” said the man’s wife, Maria Turning Point President and CEO Sharman Davenport stands at the 2021 event with Stepping Out Heights home. He is now Fields. “She really went above and beyond.” recovering at the hospital. with the Stars emcee Evrod Cassimy, of WDIV-TV.

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SECOND FRONT PAGE ‘Trail of Treats’ gets Madison Heights into the Halloween spirit 3A/ MADISON-PARK NEWS • OCTOBER 11, 2023

Costumed families walk the path at Civic Center Park in Madison Heights during last year’s Pumpkin Walk. This year’s event has been rebranded Trail of Treats.

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BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

MADISON HEIGHTS — An October tradition gets a new name this year: The Trail of Treats.

Once known as the Pumpkin Walk, the family-friendly event will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 21, at Civic Center Park, located at 360 W. 13 Mile Road, with parking and entry from the fire station parking lot behind City Hall and the courthouse. The rain date is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 22.

According to event chair Laurie Geralds, this is the fifth year that the event has been held. Admission is free, but attendance is limited to four time slots of 125 people each, and preregistration is required. Volunteers are also sought to help along the trail and at activity stations. To register or for more information on volunteering, email lbgeralds@yahoo.com.

Attendees can look forward to a one-way trail with 14-18 stations featuring treats, crafts, games and more. From the park entrance near the fire station, the trail winds between the pavilion and painted activities building. A DJ will also be on-site.

As for the name change, from “Pumpkin Walk” to “Trail of Treats,” Geralds said the problem was that many real pumpkins would be dropped off to decorate the event but wouldn’t be picked up, and it See TRAIL OF TREATS on page 6A

Corktown Health expands into Hazel Park HEALTHCARE CLINIC WILL OFFER WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES

BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

HAZEL PARK — A new health care facility is planned for Hazel Park, one that will specialize in services for the LGBTQ+ community.

Corktown Health currently operates a clinic at 1726 Howard Street in Detroit, and is now in the design phase for its second location, which will open in Hazel Park in late 2024 or early 2025.

The Hazel Park location will be at 24310 John

R Road between Woodward Heights Boulevard and Interstate 696. The property was previously a lumberyard and later Cellarmen’s, which made ciders and meads.

It has been largely vacant since 2019 and will undergo a full-scale renovation as part of its transformation into the clinic, which will be named Corktown Health @Hazel Park. The building will span 19,000 square feet. When it opens, it will offer a range of services including medical, dental, behavioral health, See CLINIC on page 4A

A 3D rendering provided by Corktown Health, showing the planned design for its second clinic, opening in Hazel Park in late 2024 or early 2025. The nonprofit clinic will provide a range of services and specialize in care for the LGBTQ+ community.

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and wellness and support services, as well as an accessible community space. Corktown Health has hired Albert Kahn Associates to design its state-of-the-art facility.

The first clinic opened in Detroit in 2017. Corktown Health is a licensed nonprofit that was founded in 1986 under the name Health Emergency Lifeline Programs, or HELP, with a focus on HIV prevention, care and support.

When the clinic opened in 2017, the organization rebranded itself as Corktown Health, and expanded its medical services with a focus on the LGBTQ+ community.

The organization has multiple streams of funding between federal, state and local grants, along with donations from foundations and individuals, and reimbursable services. State Rep. Mike McFall, D-Hazel Park, representing District 8, helped secure a $2 million state grant for Corktown Health.

Mike Flores, the chief financial officer for Corktown Health, said that his organization currently reaches more than 3,000 people each year, administering primary care, geriatric medicine, HIV care, STI testing

the country.”

He said those most impacted by the pandemic include lower-income people, racial and ethnic minorities, sexual and gender minorities, older adults, and people with preexisting medical and/or mental health conditions.

Hazel Park City Councilman Andy LeCureaux said the clinic will be a great addition to the city.

“One big thing it does is help add to the walkability of Hazel Park, where we have clinics right near the neighborhoods,” LeCureaux said. “It’s just great to have such

a large piece of property being reused and no longer vacant. It was sad to see Cellarmen’s go, but it’s great to have a health clinic that can serve the citizens here and in other communities. Hopefully it will spur more development in the area, too. It’s another example of businesses finding spaces here and making different use of it.”

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He noted that more than half of Corktown Health’s current patients identify as LGBTQ+.

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first ever Fall 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 14, with check-in starting at 7:15 a.m. and the race officially kicking off at 8 a.m.

The race begins and ends at the Red Oaks Nature Center at Suarez Friendship Woods, located at 30300 Hales St., with parking available at Red Oaks Waterpark across 13 Mile Road.

Cider and doughnuts will be available for all participants at the end of the race. To register, visit https://bit.ly/mhfall5k.

YOGA AT THE LIBRARY HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park District Library, 123 E. Nine Mile Road, will

host a yoga session with Dr. Brittany Anderson, of Treehouse for Earth’s Children, at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18.

Additional sessions will take place Nov. 15 and Dec. 20. Attendance is free.

For more information, call the library at (248) 546-4095.

CLASSIC CAR CARAVAN

DETROIT — Classic cars owners from Birmingham, Southfield, the Grosse Pointes, Novi and many other communities will gather for the annual “Friends with Classic Cars” from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 14-15 at Etheldra Mae Williams Park, located at 14300 Burgess Street corner of Acacia Street.

Scheduled to be at this year’s event is the 1926 Model “TT” delivery truck once owned by the Faygo Beverage Co. The Antique Touring Co. will offer free rides in their Model A Coupe.

In addition, local resident Michael Williams will bring the 1990 FMC fire truck he purchased from the city of Grosse Pointe. The truck will lead the “Cavalcade of Classic Cars’’ scheduled for 1 p.m. Oct. 14.

During the cavalcade, owners will start from Etheldra Mae Williams Park and travel, in order of their vehicle’s age, through the historic neighborhoods of Minock Park, Rosedale Park, Grandmont and North Rosedale. The 9-mile tour is expected to take about 40 minutes then return to the starting point to join other cars on display.

The show is free to the public and there will be food and merchandise vendors. Owners of any restored vehicles older than model year 1994 are welcome to display. For additional information, call Michael Williams at (313) 694-6873 or visit Williamspark.org/cars.

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights Public Library, 240 W. 13 Mile Road, will host a book sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14.

Volunteers are needed to set up the day before starting at 5 p.m.

There will be no set prices during the sale.

Customers can donate whatever they think is fair. Donations will be accepted by cash or

by PayPal. Proceeds support programming at the library. All books were recently donated, with no holdovers from past book sales.

For more information about the sale, call the library at (248) 588-7763.

WANTED: LOCAL CHOIRS TO DRUM UP THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT

METRO DETROIT — The live entertainment company 313 Presents is looking for local choirs and glee clubs to perform during select holiday shows at the Fox Theatre in Detroit.

Choirs will have the opportunity to perform acapella style atop the Fox Theatre’s grand staircase approximately one hour before showtime at one the following holiday shows: “Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” Nov. 8-12; “Cirque Dreams Holidaze” Dec. 1-3; “NUTCRACKER! Magic of Christmas Ballet” Dec. 10; and “The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays” Dec. 21-23.

Members of all selected choirs will receive discounted tickets on the main floor and all choir members may invite their congregations, schools, families and friends. Local choir and club registration is due by Nov. 1.

To register or for more information, call 313 Presents Group Sales at (313) 471-3099.

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was a lot of work to remove them. She said she looks forward to seeing how the stations create their own ambience by bringing their own decorations and lighting.

The event was a hit from the moment it debuted in 2019, she added, and it returned each year during the pandemic where it served as a safe, socially distanced event outdoors. While the event is organized by the Arts Board, many other community members and groups help make it possible.

Donations made payable to “City of Madison Heights” — with “Trail of Treats” on the memo line — can also be sent to the city manager’s office at Madison Heights City Hall, 300 W. 13 Mile Road.

Sean Fleming, a member of the Madison Heights City Council, said he and his wife attended the event last year.

“You can even take your dog there for a walk. We dressed up our dog as a pumpkin,” he said. “The whole event is very family oriented. The atmosphere is great with the lights at night. They had so many activities last year, like a game of bowling where you knocked over ‘Star Wars’ stormtroopers with a giant rolling ball. And we had our K-9 officer there for kids to meet the dog.

“It’s just a great time for young kids and teenagers to attend, and when they trick or treat there, it’s local and it’s safe. You don’t have to worry about strangers giving them any questionable candy,” he said. “The police are there, too, which makes it even safer.”

Mark Bliss is the mayor pro tem of Madison Heights, and the founder of the

the holiday, in case they miss out on Halloween due to weather or sickness. In a bestcase scenario, they will get to enjoy both for double the treats and double the fun.”

Roslyn Grafstein, the mayor of Madison Heights, thanked the Arts Board for their efforts.

“It’s been six years since the inception of the Arts Board. During that time, they have consistently been bringing no-cost art and culture to the city for all our residents to enjoy,” she said in an email. “Their impact is far-reaching, with people of all backgrounds and ages coming to Madison Heights to enjoy the fruits of their labor. (The Trail of Treats) is just another example of the familyfriendly events they host for everyone who is a child at heart.”

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“Calling this year’s event the Trail of Treats is also a tie-in to our branding with Trail Tunes, focusing the event more on a trail and the activities, because we’re not doing disposable pumpkins like we have in the past,” Bliss said. “I want to give my appreciation to the planning committee and all the volunteers who have helped make this an incredible event throughout the years. When we formed the Arts Board six years ago, we had a goal in our head to create more activities like this that bring the community together, and it’s great to see that realized.

“And for me personally, as a parent, I know how important it is to find safe Halloween activities for your kids,” he said. “On Halloween, we haven’t always had the best luck with rain, so this event gives families another opportunity to let their kid enjoy

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The incident happened at 11:30 a.m.

Sept. 11. Maria’s husband of 55 years, Fredrick Fields, was driving by himself on Wolverine Street, between Lincoln and Greig avenues. He was scheduled for a doctor’s appointment for his arthritis, a simple routine where they massage different muscles.

That’s when he plowed into a utility truck for a tree-trimming service, one of two that had been parked on the side of the road where vehicles can’t normally park — a temporary measure while they cut down branches.

Maria said it’s unclear how Fredrick crashed into the vehicle. She said her husband is an exceedingly careful driver, always traveling below the speed limit.

They know the area well, too, having lived in Madison Heights over two stretches of time, including at least 20 years since moving back.

“He must have blacked out and hit the accelerator, which threw him into the truck,” Maria said.

However it happened, the violent collision caused Fredrick’s Jeep Compass to spin around, facing the opposite direction in the roadway.

A woman with the tree-cutting service was first at the scene and called 911. She was followed by Deborah Monroe, a resident across the street who has lived in Madison Heights since 2011.

“I was sitting at my desk, which faces the window on that side of the house. I was working when I heard a loud boom,” Monroe recalled. “I looked out the window, and at first, I didn’t realize what I was looking at, since the truck was there but the car was sideways, and it looked like it was coming out of a driveway. Then it registered that something had happened.”

She said she went outside and helped pull Fredrick out of the vehicle, carrying him to the curb where another neighbor had arrived with a chair from her porch. Monroe began asking Fredrick questions while he rested in the chair.

“When we sat him down, he started vomiting. He had road rash-like burns on his arms from the airbag. He kept saying he knew he wasn’t speeding, and that he didn’t

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Monroe deduced he had been traveling to the doctor. She was able to find out which doctor and contacted the office. Putting Fredrick on speakerphone, he gave the office permission to share his family’s contact information with Monroe. She then called Fredrick’s daughter, Ronni Majewski, and informed her of the crash.

“I just kept thinking that if he was my parent, I’d want to know right away what happened,” Monroe said. “I just wanted to let someone know. It was important for me to get ahold of the family, who could take it from there.”

At press time, Fredrick was still recovering at Royal Oak Beaumont Hospital.

“He’s on a feeding tube, refusing to eat.

He cannot communicate coherently,” Maria said. “He’s basically bedridden. They’re just trying to get him now into physical therapy.”

Maria, her daughter Ronni and her son Rod have been taking turns keeping Fredrick company throughout the day. Maria said they’re so thankful to Monroe’s efforts to look out for Fredrick, and to help connect him with his family.

Monroe is no stranger to helping people. She started a nonprofit respite called Hope 365, “like a bed and breakfast for mental health,” she said, with activities and a peer support group.

“We’re there to just be able to listen, and if they need resources, we work with agencies in the community to make those connections,” Monroe said. “We’re trying to break the recidivism of going from crisis to hospital and back again. Everyone’s needs are different.”

Hope 365’s website is hope365wellness. org.

Coincidentally, Monroe has been visiting the same hospital as Fredrick, since her mom was there for a procedure. This provided an opportunity for Fredrick’s family to meet Monroe Oct. 1.

“I just find it so unreal these days, to see someone act so selflessly,” Maria said. “She just did such a wonderful job, helping us with Freddy.”

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Voters to elect city leaders, decide ballot proposals on Nov. 7 In the Madison-Park News’ coverage area, voters will elect City Council members in Madison Heights and Hazel Park Nov. 7. The candidates were asked, in 75 words or fewer, to state their top goal(s) if elected. The answers are printed verbatim. (I) indicates that the candidate is an incumbent.

The mayoral seat in Madison Heights is uncontested this year, as is one seat on the Madison Heights City Council for a partial term ending Nov. 10, 2025.

Voters in Madison Heights will also consider five proposed amendments to the Madison Heights city charter.

Madison Heights Mayor One candidate is running for one two-year term.

Roslyn Grafstein (I) Running unopposed.

Madison Heights City Council Five candidates are running for three four-year terms.

Toya D. Aaron (I)

Age: 52 Occupation: Recipient Rights Officer (Mental Health Advocate) Municipality of residence: Madison Heights For how long: 15 years Online campaign information: Facebook: Councilwoman Toya D. Aaron Education: Bachelors degree in Biology, Concentration in Psychology, Masters degree in Industrial OrganizaAaron tional Psychology Previously and currently held elected offices: Currently, City Council Madison Heights, appointed April 2022 Top goals: Public safety: Seeing that every person feels safe in the city they reside in and that our police and firefighters have the proper equipment needed to perform their jobs safely and return home to their families. Parks & Recreation: Creating multigenerational parks that serve residents of all ages and disabilities. Economic Development: Work to promote small businesses.

Mental Health: Developing a co-responder program to assist officers when engaging with those with mental health challenges.

Sean Fleming (I)

Age: 52 Occupation: Telecommunications Municipality of residence: Madison Heights For how long: 22 years Online campaign information: No answer given.

Education: Journeyman Previously and currently held elected

offices: Current Madison Heights City Councilman Top goals: As a military veteran keeping people’s welfare and safety is important. I have been the Crime Commission Fleming council representative and would continue work on police and community relations, informing residents about crime prevention, and make sure maintain a well-trained, equipped, and accredited police department. I will work to bring back dog licenses to our city and provide our Animal Shelter a bigger budget.

I will work to lower spending, using grants and businesses collaborations on projects and events.

Al Gui

Age: No answer given.

Occupation: Education Municipality of residence: Madison Heights For how long: More than 20 years in this area Online campaign information: No answer given.

Education: Master’s degree: Mathematics; Master’s degree: Administration and Innovative leadership; Bachelor’s degree: Mathematics Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: Vision: To put Gui Madison Heights on the list of the top ten best cities to live in the nation Spend responsibly, strict monitoring of the garbage pick- up schedule and the quality of water, a vigorous campaign to attract bring high -paying jobs, work closely with the two school districts to improve students’ academic performance, more outdoors activities for senior citizens and other age groups, fight against human trafficking, address the opioid crisis.

Emily J. Rohrbach (I)

Age: 45 Occupation: Director of Events, Oakland THRIVE Municipality of residence: Madison Heights

For how long: 19 years Online campaign information: www.teamrohrbach.com/ Education: Bachelor of Music Education from Harding University, Masters of HR Training and Development from Oakland University Previously and currently held elected offices: Elected to Madison Heights City Rohrbach Council in 2019 Top goals: My top priorities are to make Madison Heights: Greener - We’ll advance sustainability through native garden and tree planting, securing green grants, and building a long-term city sustainability plan. Growing - prioritizing park, library, and service upgrades, we’ll boost economic growth via small business support and access to resources. Inclusive - Fostering an inclusive environment, we’ll ensure diverse voices are heard in public meetings, civic engagement, and policy updates, granting equal access to city programs and services.

Quinn J. Wright (I)

Age: 42 Occupation: Self Employed Business Owner - Financial Advisor Municipality of residence: Madison Heights For how long: 17 Years Online campaign information: quinnwright.com Education: Advertising, Michigan State University Previously and currently held elected offices: Madison Heights City Council Top goals: My priorities include common-sense governance to foster our Wright community’s growth. We’ll emphasize residents’ well-being, especially our seniors. Essential support for first responders and police is crucial. I’ll advocate for policies that attract desired businesses.

Madison Heights provided my first home; I’ll extend this opportunity. Additionally, I’ll work to turn our masterplan from paper to palpable.

Madison Heights City Council (partial term)

One candidate is running unopposed for one partial term ending Nov. 10, 2025.

William Mier

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Hazel Park City Council Four candidates are running for two four-year terms.

Al Casinelli

Age: 45 Occupation: Hydraulic Testing Lead Municipality of residence: Hazel Park For how long: 7 years currently, 2 years previously Online campaign information: www.ac4hp.com/ Education: Norfolk State University Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: I am honored to be an independent candidate running for city council, driven by a deep passion for serving and uplifting the city of Hazel Park. Throughout my career, I have championed the values of diversity, equality, and inclusivity, seeking to create a city where everyone’s voice is heard.

With a collaborative spirit and innovative vision, I am committed to fostering a stronger sense of community and enacting policies that ensure a brighter future for residents.

Andy LeCureaux (I)

Age: 61 Occupation: Self-employed owner of Andrew’s Appliance Installation Municipality of residence: Hazel Park For how long: 29 years Online campaign information: Facebook Andy LeCureaux for Hazel Park Education: Royal Oak Kimball High School class of 1979, Certified Public Management certificate from Saginaw Valley State University, Elected Officials Academy level Two certification Previously and currently held elected ofSee ELECTION on page 11A

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fices: City Council for City of Hazel Park Top goals: If re-elected, my top goal is to get the Landmark Church property redeveloped with excellent new housing options. Continue working to attract business, repave roads, upgrading our parks and residential housing options. Continue volunteering: Strengthening families by serving on our LeCureaux Youth Assistance Committee. To help clean up parks in the Spring and help with planting trees in the Fall. To the Hazel Park Arts Fair which brings others to our community, highlighting cool happenings in Hazel Park.

Age: 52 Occupation: Organizer/Field Director Municipality of residence: Hazel Park For how long: 1971-1985, 2015-present Online campaign information: www.facebook.com/brasseurbursey Education: No answer given.

Previously and currently held elected offices: No answer given.

Top goals: My number one goal is inclusion and transparency. Hazel Park has and has ALWAYS had a reputation of being a racist Pease city. For a city, county, state or even country to thrive..it has to be INCLUSIVE! Diversity doesn’t mean INCLUSION! I believe that everything starts at HOME, from learning how to approach an individual who is suffering from a mental health issue, to being mindful when engaging with the Bipoc community.

Age: 35 Occupation: Title Coordinator at a major mortgage company Municipality of residence: Hazel Park For how long: 6 years Online campaign information: www.facebook.com/ andrea4hp?mibextid=LQQJ4d Education: Some college, no degree yet.

Studied Anthropology at Michigan State. Currently in school for a B.A. of Organizational Leadership.

Previously and currently held elected offices: Not elected, but appointed to Planning Commission and Washington Environmental Sustainability Committee in Hazel Park.

Top goals: I am committed to fostering the continued growth and improvement of Hazel Park, aligning with the city’s Master Plan. Prioritizing community engagement and visibility is of utmost importance to me. I aim to establish designated times for citizens who may not feel comfortable addressing the council publicly during meetings to connect and ask questions.

Additionally, in my role as the chair of the Environmental Sustainability Committee, I will actively support initiatives aimed at making our city more environmentally friendly.

Madison Heights Proposal 1: Amendment to Section 3.4 of the Madison Heights City Charter

The proposed amendment states that the City Council shall appoint the City Council member, receiving the highest number of votes at the regular city election, as Mayor Pro Tem for the next two years, in place of the current provision that requires City Council to appoint a member of the Council as the Mayor Pro Tem. If approved,

the last preceding regular City election, as Mayor Pro Tem; and defines every succeeding regular election as a succeeding regular city election. If approved, the revision takes effect with the 2025 regular city election and continues until otherwise amended.

Shall the proposed amendment to Section 5.7(a) be adopted?

the revision takes effect with the 2025 regular city election and continues until otherwise amended. Shall the proposed amendment to Section 3.4 be adopted?

Madison Heights Proposal 2: Amendment to Section 5.1 of the Madison Heights City Charter

Currently, Section 5.1 requires, in order to be eligible to be a candidate for election as mayor or council member, that a candidate for mayor or council must resign from Madison Heights elective office and from elective office in any other local government unit. The proposed amendment states that no candidate for mayor or city council must resign from their current elected offices until they win election as mayor or city council member. If approved, the revision takes effect with the 2025 regular city election and continues until otherwise amended. Shall the proposed amendment to Section 5.1 be adopted?

Madison Heights Proposal 3: Amendment to Section 5.5 of the Madison Heights City Charter

The proposed amendment states that resignations of a Council member and Mayor shall be accepted or rejected by City Council and resignations from boards and commissions shall be accepted or rejected administratively. If approved, the revision is effective in 2023 and shall continue until otherwise amended. Shall the proposed amendment to Section 5.5 be adopted?

Madison Heights Proposal 5: Amendment to Section 6.1 of the Madison Heights City Charter

Currently, Section 6.1 requires the City Council to hold two (2) regular council meetings per month, except during the month of December when at least one (1) regular meeting shall be held, totaling twenty-three (23) regular meetings per calendar year. To give Council greater scheduling flexibility, the proposed amendment would still require twenty-three (23) regular council meetings per calendar year, but would require a minimum of one (1) regular meeting each month. If approved, the revision is effective in 2023 and shall continue until otherwise amended. Shall the proposed amendment to Section 6.1 be adopted?

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METRO DETROIT — You don’t have to look out the window to know that the seasons are changing. But as the days gradually grow darker and colder, sometimes it’s easy to feel that change if chilly drafts sneak through a home’s doors and windows.

Shlome BenEzra, vice president of WeatherGard, said drafts can cause several problems to a home. While they can affect a resident’s comfort level, they also can open a path for bugs or even small rodents to enter.

And then there is the energy inefficiency.

“It definitely has a pretty drastic effect on heating costs,” BenEzra added.

According to WeatherGard, drafts can happen when there is an imbalance of pressure in the home. And a key entryway for drafts is faulty windows.

BenEzra said improper window installation can create drafts, and he added that “certain builder-grade windows warp after five to 10 years.” The solution to fixing an old, deteriorating window is typically replacement, he said.

Amy Pilarski, Detroit-area general manager from Renewal by Andersen, explained that window drafts can have multiple causes.

For instance, she said, a draft may result from a window track getting clogged with debris, which means that it won’t shut or lock properly.

“I think one of the biggest things that we

see is that people don’t clean their windows on a regular basis,” she said. “Oftentimes if the lock won’t line up, they just need to clean out the track debris.”

Some window frame types or materials, such as vinyl, are also more draft-prone, Pilarski said.

“Vinyl is going to expand and contract with the seasons in Michigan,” she said.

“When it’s hot and it’s cold, a lot of time, the vinyl will get warped.”

Pilarski said most window companies, including hers, will come out and do a free inspection of a customer’s windows. But she said homeowners can also do their part to examine windows for drafts by checking for colder air, condensation, whistling noises, or by looking at the outside of the windows for signs.

“If they see any kind of gap where the caulking will go, that might indicate water leakage or shrinkage of the window,” she said.

“Or there will be gaps in the window, so it’ll start to sag. You’ll actually see a smile effect.

That’s called the ‘vinyl smile.’”

Pilarski said wood and fiberglass window frames need to be painted every couple of years in order to prevent rot. In terms of more long-term solutions, she said Renewal

by Andersen offers a composite window frame material made of thermoplastic polymer and wood fiber that resists seasonal wear and tear.

“When you mix those two products together, the wood can’t rot,” she said. “The

LEFT: Cameron Hunsberger, from Renewal by Andersen, caulks a door at the Howell Nature Center.

RIGHT: Shannon Hunsberger completes the exterior trim on a home’s window replacement.

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polymer can expand or retract with the seasons.”

Pilarski added that there are lots of choices out there in terms of energy-efficient windows, from double panes to triple panes and coatings.

“Now a lot of the windows out there come with some kind of coating on the inside that will help reflect or deflect heat,” she explained. “Glass has come a long way in the last 10 years.”

Pilarski said preventing door drafts is, in many ways, going to involve the same issues. The age of the door comes into play, as both solid and hollow doors tend to warp over time, especially with Michigan’s seasonal weather, she said.

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WATCH Phone stolen

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, a Madison Heights man, 40, had his phone stolen by an unknown suspect after he left it on a bench in the 1000 block of 13 Mile Road between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Sept. 30.

The suspect is described as a Black man.

The phone is a Samsung Galaxy S21 with a violet and gold case. Police were investigating.

Auto theft attempted

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, an unknown suspect damaged a 2015 Dodge Durango in an attempt to steal it while it was parked in the 32000 block of Concord Drive sometime between 10:30 p.m. Sept. 25 and 5:30 a.m. Sept. 26.

The vehicle belongs to a Madison Heights man, 22. Police were investigating.

Catalytic converter stolen

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, an unknown suspect stole

the catalytic converter off a 1997 Ford van while it was parked at the business that owns it in the 100 block of East 10 Mile Road, sometime between 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25 and 2:30 p.m. Sept. 26.

An investigation was ongoing.

Kias damaged

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, several Kia vehicles were damaged by an unknown suspect while they were parked at the business that owns them in the 700 block of 14 Mile Road, sometime between 6 p.m. Sept. 27 and 8:50 a.m. Sept. 28.

The vehicles sustained damage to their windows and interiors.

Investigations were ongoing.

Tires flattened

MADISON HEIGHTS — An unknown suspect flattened the tires and scratched the paint on a vehicle belonging to a Warren resident, 23, while the vehicle was parked in the 1800 block of West 13 Mile Road.

According to a police report, the damage occurred sometime between noon and 12:10 p.m. Sept. 25. The victim and the suspect are acquaintances, according to the report. Police were investigating.

If you know more about these crimes or others, call Madison Heights Police at (248) 585-2100.

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it’s hot; the next minute, it’s cold.”

Other possible fixes for door drafts include adjusting the door so that it hinges properly, as well as fixing the caulking or weather stripping around the door if necessary, she said.

“After time, the weather stripping can really start to show wear and tear,” Pilarski said.

BenEzra also said the wood components of doors can be prone to rot and swelling over time.

“The door doesn’t shut properly.

The weather strips don’t hit exactly where they’re supposed to,” he said.

“Sometimes you can repair a door depending on the condition it’s in with new weather strips. But more often than not, if it’s deteriorated, it’s time to replace the door.”

Find out more about WeatherGard in Farmington by visiting weathergard. com or by calling (800) 377-8886.

Learn more about Renewal by Andersen of Detroit, in Wixom, by visiting renewalbyandersen.com or by calling (586) 352-3527.

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a Black man in his 50s stole three packages of steak hidden under his clothing from the Kroger store in the 23100 block of John R Road at 3 p.m. Oct. 2.

The suspect is described as thin, wearing black clothing with an orange vest, and riding a black bicycle. An investigation was ongoing.

Bike taken

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a Schwinn bicycle belonging to a 33-year-old Ferndale woman was stolen from the backyard of a home in the 600 block of East Mapledale Avenue around 9 a.m. Oct. 2.

The suspect is unknown. Police were investigating.

If you know more about these crimes or others, call Hazel Park Police at (248) 5426161.

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against it: David Soltis, Quinn Wright and Emily Rohrbach.

Voting in favor of the amendments were Mayor Roslyn Grafstein, Mayor Pro Tem Mark Bliss, and council members Sean Fleming and Toya Aaron. The changes will only go into effect if they are approved on second reading at the council meeting Oct. 23.

The proposal consists of two amendments. The first would increase the number of medical marijuana facility licenses for Class C growers (1,500 plants) from three to five. The second would increase the number of adult-use recreational marijuana facility licenses (processor and retailer) from three to five. In addition, it would allow for more recreational Class C grow licenses, increasing the limit from 15 to 25.

For each amendment, the revision would also clarify that if a license is vacated or revoked, there is no requirement for the city to reissue the license to an alternate party. Instead, it would be at the discretion of the council to leave the license open indefinitely or seek applicants for it.

If the amendments are approved Oct. 23, the city’s “Green Zone Map” will also be revisited in a separate authorizing resolution.

The map will determine the allowable locations for new licensees.

Today, there are two marijuana companies operating in Madison Heights. Liberty Cannabis, located at 29600 Stephenson Highway, opened in June 2021. Puff Cannabis Company, 2 Ajax Drive, opened near the end of 2021.

A third company, Quality Roots, has also been approved, with construction currently underway at 350 E. 14 Mile Road.

Quality Roots is expected to open in late 2023 or early 2024.

In a statement, Madison Heights City Manager Melissa Marsh said, “The city has been sued by several marijuana license applicants who weren’t selected, and we are in the early stages of litigation. City policy is to not comment on pending litigation.”

Bliss said the city’s legal counsel recommended the changes as a way to settle the lawsuit.

“I know there are many residents who are flat-out opposed to cannabis. Many of them are relatives of mine, and I understand their point of view. But regardless of whether I agree is completely irrelevant at this point.

Being opposed to it when it’s legalized and already here — and when there is so much more we could lose fighting these lawsuits — just isn’t practical,” Bliss said.

“You have to ask the pragmatic question: Is it worth fighting a lawsuit and spend-

ing taxpayer money on that, or can we allow a few more licenses and receive more revenue and developments while getting out of those costly lawsuits,” he said. “That’s ultimately the math here. And the reality of the situation is we would not be doing this if our legal team didn’t advise us to settle these lawsuits.”

Rohrbach did not return requests for comment by press time. Wright commented via email.

“I voted ‘no’ because I didn’t believe this is the best choice for our residents,” Wright said. “While I can appreciate the benefit of redeveloping dilapidated buildings and the potential impact on our budget, I am concerned about the residual impacts on our kids and community overall. I respect each of my fellow council members’ opinions and believe there are valid arguments on both sides of the issue, but as it was presented, I do not agree or think it’s the direction we should go as a city and community.”

Aaron said she had mixed feelings, at first.

“I was originally very opposed to allowing more of these in the city, since we had promised the residents we would only do three, and now we may move to five. But since then, we’ve come to better understand the way that these companies’ investments are helping the city,” Aaron said. “We are getting bigger tax breaks from these businesses, so that’s more money coming into the city, and they are helping with public safety, getting better vehicles and equipment for our police and firefighters. They help to keep our taxes lower, and even if they were to flop, we would still have a better building that’s no longer blighted, where we could put something else at a later date.”

She also shared an idea to take some of the money that the marijuana companies contribute to a city community fund, and possibly use it to help the Madison District Public Schools fund their share of a school resource officer at Madison High School.

The city has already assigned an officer to the Lamphere Schools after that district met the funding requirements.

Soltis said he was opposed to marijuana companies from the very start.

“And for multiple reasons,” Soltis said.

“They’re cash businesses, which can make them targets for robbery. And we’re supposed to be a city that looks out for our kids, telling them to stay away from drugs, but then we turn around and have marijuana companies, so what does that say? We’ve got vaping, liquor stores all over the place, and now we’ll have ample marijuana companies.

The response is, ‘Oh, the kids wouldn’t be able to get in there,’ but we all know someone else can get it for them. This is all about the money that the city can get out of it. It makes me feel the city is being hypocritical

because it keeps going back on its own limits when there’s more money to be had.”

Fleming, who voted in favor of the changes, said the industry holds promise for the city.

“The marijuana industry is thriving.

People are still investing in it, which brings more income into our city. And each licensee contributes thousands of dollars a year to a community fund that we’ve set up, where the board members decide to spend the money on events and amenities and upgrades around town,” Fleming said. “They also fix up the large, blighted buildings they move into, which is another benefit. Those buildings have been an eyesore for a long time.”

“I think we’re at a point where the marijuana industry is already here and it’s not going away, and while some people have certain feelings about it, I think there are benefits to the money these businesses are willing to invest here. And the marijuana itself, it has medical benefits for many, including veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.”

Grafstein, the mayor, said in an email that the original intent with her voting to approve marijuana businesses in the city in 2018 was to renovate or demolish and rebuild some of the town’s worst vacated or dilapidated buildings.

“Initially, the city was going to allow up to six cannabis properties to operate among three categories of licenses: dispensary, plant grows, and product processing. But instead of approving six stand-alone locations, all the applications were for businesses that bundled all three licenses together, thus reducing availability of locations while maintaining the same number of licenses. As expected, these existing dispensaries have made significant economic contributions to the city, with an increase in taxable property that allowed us to reduce our millage last year,” Grafstein said.

“The original language of the ordinance was designed so that Council could change the number of locations from time to time, so this was always a possibility,” she noted.

“Changing our ordinance to allow more licenses does not mean that they will be issued. It is just opening up the possibility, should an opportunity arise where that is the best decision for the city and our residents.”

Bliss added, “Our legal team, our staff, and the majority of council truly believe, with all the details involved here, (the amendments) are the best deal we can possibly get for our residents.”

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50. Italian car brand 52. *Jolly livestock raisers?

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9. To a very great

degree (2 words) 10. Not bright 12. Sacred choral compositions 13. Roundish 14. *Sweet tooth, technically 19. *___ Musketeers, spelled out 22. Drops at dawn 23. *____-Frutti 24. Highlander’s dagger 25. Sage and rosemary 26. *Scoop holder 27. Averse 28. “Drove my chevy to the ____” 29. Southeast Asian org.

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36. *Single serving treat 38. Embarrass 40. Arthur, to friends

41. Hard feelings 44. I to Greeks, pl.

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OF THE

COMMUNITY CALENDAR OCT. 12

Learn about wolves: Two presentations geared toward ages 6-9 and 10-13, also stories, crafts and more, both from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Red Oaks Nature Center at Suarez Friendship Woods, 30300 Hales St. in Madison Heights, register at (248) 858-0916

OCT. 13

Euchre tournament: Card playing for ages 21 and older at 7 p.m. (dinner at 6 p.m.), St. Peter Catholic Church, 95 Market St. in Mount Clemens, RSVP to (586) 468-4579 by Oct. 10

OCT. 14

Motorama & Smoke: Car show from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and barbecue cook-off from 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., also kids’ burger competition, cornhole tournament and more, proceeds benefit Human Relations and Equity Commission, Madison High School, 915 E. 11 Mile Road, madison-heights.org

OCT. 18

Thrive Concert Series: Hear old-time rock ‘n’ roll by Rick & Dayna, 7-8:30 p.m., The Reserve at Red Run, 30031 Dequindre Road in Madison Heights, RSVP to (248) 776-2000

NOV. 9

Homeschool Series: Rock On: Ages 6-9 and 10-13 can learn about rocks, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Red Oaks Nature Center at Suarez Friendship Woods, 30300 Hales St. in Madison Heights, register at (248) 858-0916

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Play ‘Pokémon Go’: 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19 (Martin Road Park, 1615 E. Lewiston Ave. in Ferndale) and Nov. 2 (Green Acres Park, 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd. in Hazel Park), (248) 546-4095 LEGO/Pokémon Club: Meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. every first Tuesday of month, Hazel Park District Library, 123 E. Nine Mile Road, hazel-park.lib.mi.us

LitWits Book Club: Meets every last Monday of month, locations and times vary, madison-heights.org/library, (248) 588-7763

Campfire Stories: 4-6 p.m. for children and 6-8 p.m. for ages 16 and older, Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, register at troyhistoricvillage.org/ programs/campfire-stories

Fall walks: 6 p.m. Oct. 12 (includes viewing of Scarecrow Row) at Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, and 6 p.m. Oct. 26 (trick-or-treating) at Boulan Park, 3671 Crooks Road, all in Troy, (248) 524-3570

OCT. 14

Trunk or treat: 4-5:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church, 32300 Schoenherr Road in Warren, (586) 453-3281

Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival: Pumpkin carving, pumpkin bowling, scarecerow display, live entertainment, crafts, food, cider/doughnuts and more, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., also pumpkin lighting, 7-9 p.m., Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, rochesterhills.org

OCT. 14

Fire department open house: Station tour, kids activities, raffles and giveaways, pumpkin painting and more, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 26339 John R in Madison Heights, (248) 837-2805

Halloween Town: Haunted house 5-6 p.m. (6-10 p.m. all ages), and trunk or treat, pumpkin patch story time and hayrides 5-8 p.m., Memorial Park, 25355 Lawrence Ave. in Center Line, www.centerline festival.org/halloween-fest

OCT. 14

Police department open house: Extrication demonstration, bounce house, cider and doughnuts, and more, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 22830 Russell Ave. in Hazel Park, facebook.com/CityofHP

OCT. 17

Make ‘creepy crawlers’: Workshop for ages 5 and older, 6-7 p.m., Madison Heights Public Library, 240 W. 13 Mile Road, register at bit.ly/3sY4luX

Family game day: 1-6 p.m. every fourth Saturday of month, Hazel Park District Library, 123 E. Nine Mile Road, hazel-park.lib.mi.us

OCT. 19

Hazel Park Beautification Commission: Meets 6 p.m. every third Wednesday of month, City Hall, 111 E. Nine Mile Road, (248) 546-4064 Ham Radio Club: Meets 7:30-9 p.m. every second Wednesday of month, Hazel Park District Library, 123 E. Nine Mile Road, hazel-park.lib.mi.us Farmers markets: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, also antiques and collectibles 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays, plus food truck rally and concert 4-8 p.m. Oct. 11, 316 E. 11 Mile Road in Royal Oak, find events on Facebook • 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays until Oct. 26, 12 Mile Road at South Robina in Berkley, berkleyfarmersmarket.com Lupus support groups: 10 a.m. every second Tuesday of month and 7 p.m. every last Wednesday of month, Zoom, milupus.org/support-groups, (248) 901-7299

Between the Covers Book Club: Meets 6:30-7:30 p.m. every last Wednesday of month through November, Hazel Park District Library, 123 E. Nine Mile Road, hazel-park.lib.mi.us

OCT. 13

Health workshops: For chronic pain, high blood pressure and more, hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, beaumonthealth.digitalsignup.com To view more events and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise, call (586) 498-8000.

Haunted Library: Visit from Ghostbusters Detroit, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Madison Heights Public Library, 240 W. 13 Mile Road in Madison Heights, (248) 588-7763

OCT. 20-21

Hoot N’ Howl Hayride: Search for nocturnal animal activity, also campfire, cider and doughnuts, 7:30 p.m., Thelma Spencer Park, 3701 John R Road in Rochester, more at eventbrite.com Trick or treat: Also games and crafts, 4-8 p.m. Oct. 20 and noon-3 p.m. Oct. 21, Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, registration ends at noon Oct. 19, troyhistoricvillage.org

OCT. 22

Trick-or-Treat Trail: Also doughnuts, cider and music, 6-7.30 p.m., Clawson City Park, 935 N. Custer Ave.

OCT. 24

Trick or treat: 6:30-7:30 p.m., Hazel Park District Library, 123 E. Nine Mile Road, (248) 546-4095

OCT. 27-28

Teen Halloween: Includes sword swallower, food and more, 6 p.m. Oct. 27 to 8 a.m. Oct. 28, Hazel Park District Library, 123 E. Nine Mile Road, (248) 546-4095

OCT. 28

Fall Spectacular Craft Show: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sports & Expo Center, Building P on Macomb Community College - South Campus, 14500 E. 12 Mile Road in Warren, smetankacraftshows.com Trunk or treat: Also hayride and hot cocoa, 1-3 p.m., Scout Park, 901 E. Otis in Hazel Park, (248) 252-2395 Boo Bash: Crafts, games, trick-or-treating, hayrides, cider and doughnuts, and singing and dancing with Friendly Dracula, for ages 2-12, costumes encouraged, 1-4 p.m., Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road, (248) 796-4620

OCT. 31

Halloween lunch and bingo: Noon-3 p.m., Clawson Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, (248) 589-0034

OCT. 20-22

ONGOING

OCT. 21

Zoo Boo: 2-6 p.m. Oct. 14-15 and 20-22, Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road in Royal Oak, zooboo. detroitzoo.org

Halloween Hoot: Enjoy spooky family fun on the nature trails, 5:40-9:10 p.m., Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 North Hill Circle in Rochester, register at dinosaurhill.org/hoot Halloween Science 2023: Pumpkin launching with three-ton trebuchet, spooky selfie station, speedy cockroaches, scavenger hunt and more, costumes encouraged, noon-4 p.m., Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, science.cranbrook.edu

Fall color walks: 2 p.m. Oct. 15 and 29 at Tenhave Woods, and 2 p.m. Oct. 21 at Cummingston Park, all free and in Royal Oak, romi.gov/411/Nature-Walks

Downtown BOO!kley: Witches Night Out from 5-9 p.m. Oct. 12, Ghost Chase from 6-9 p.m. Oct. 20, and Trick or Treat Stroll from noon-3 p.m. and Monster Mash from 2-5 p.m. Oct. 28, various locations in Berkley, downtownnbookley.com

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EE W E H T F O E CRIM • K E E W E H OF T E M I R C • K NEWSWORTHY E WE INCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE, AS COMPILED BY C & G REPORTERS

Concerned citizen reports domestic incident

NOVI — A concerned citizen contacted police at 10:05 p.m. Sept. 3 after reportedly witnessing a man pull a woman’s hair during an argument in the Chase Bank parking lot at Grand River Avenue and Beck Road and then get back into a blue Dodge Charger and head westbound on Grand River. Officers located the vehicle at the Sunoco gas station at Grand River and Flint Street.

The woman told police that they had been at the Michigan State Fair. She said that when she went to use the bathroom and tried to squat over the porta potty, she accidentally peed on her shorts, according to the report. When she told her fiance that she wanted to go home and change her clothes, they reportedly got into a verbal argument in the parking lot.

The woman said that during the argument, she grabbed his hair and pulled it down toward the ground, according to police. She told police that she dropped all of her body weight down to pull him down due to him being much larger than she is. While she was pulling his hair, he pushed her to get her off of his hair, she told police. She fell to the ground but was not injured, according to the report. She stated that nothing further happened.

Police arrested the woman for domestic violence. According to the report, she was very upset and started yelling and thrashing around in the rear of the vehicle. She was jumping up and down and hitting her hands and handcuffs on the back seat and might have tried to hit her face on the divider in the back seat, the report said.

Police said she attempted to pick up her left knee to strike a responding officer and leaned her upper body at him; however, the officer was able to push her knee down and stop her before it happened, the report said. He informed her that she would be charged if there was any damage to the vehicle and if she hit an officer, and she eventually calmed down, the report said.

During a search of her person, a clump of hair consistent with her fiance’s hair was found in the right front pocket of her shirt.

“That does not look good for me,” she said after police made the discovery, according to the report.

She later said on the phone that officers found hair in her pocket and that they were keeping it on the counter, so they must be using it as evidence, the report said.

Officers also spoke with the man, who reportedly was screaming at his fiancee, “This is what you wanted.”

When asked what happened, he told police he

was trying to put his fiancee in the car because she was “acting manic” when a bystander noticed and called the police. He told police that he did not hit his fiancee.

According to the report, when asked if there was an altercation between them, he said, “She is the one that was pulling my hair,” and he told a similar story to that of his fiancee. He added that an unknown man yelled at him, “Don’t hurt her,” and tackled him to the ground. The incident, happening at the fair, was then de-escalated by Oakland County Sheriff’s deputies and the couple left.

However, they stopped at the bank and his fiancee got out and started “acting crazy,” according to the report. He said he tried to pick her up and put her back in the car. During that time, he heard someone yell, “Leave her alone.” He said he managed to get her in the car, and they drove to the gas station.

Police reported that they noticed a scratch on the left side of his face, which he said was old, and that he was missing strands of hair from his head. He said he did not want to pursue any charges toward his fiancee and refused to write out a statement, police said. The woman’s mother was called to the scene to pick up the vehicle.

funds to purchase a MoneyPak card and give the card’s registration number to the caller.

The employees realized this was suspicious before giving him the numbers.

Dog stolen in home break-in

Land reportedly sold without permission

SOUTHFIELD — A man reported to Southfield police that his child’s ex had attempted to gain access to their home through forced entry to the garage to retrieve a dog between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sept. 18.

The dog was taken, and damage was done to the door as a result.

Driver points handgun at fast-food employee

SOUTHFIELD — Officers responded to the 28000 block of Telegraph Road at 2:19 a.m. Sept. 19 after an individual pointed a handgun at a fast-food employee.

The suspect vehicle was later located, as well as the handgun. The occupant was arrested.

Business targeted by scammers

TROY — The Haagen-Dazs ice cream store at 2800 W. Big Beaver Road was targeted by scammers Sept. 15.

Employees told police that they were contacted by an unknown male claiming to be the store manager. The man told them that their IT department had been compromised and that they needed to remove the money in the store from the cash register and safe and then deliver the money to the nearest retailer, where they were then instructed to use the

Freezer stolen from garage

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Sometime between Sept.

2 and 9, an unknown person or persons stole a freezer from an open garage, according to a police report.

The freezer reportedly contained fish.

The value of the freezer was reported to be $375.

The case was turned over to detectives for review.

Alleged fraudster returns

WEST BLOOMFIELD — In a report dated Sept.

11, the owner of a business on Haggerty Road stated that an individual who previously used a stolen credit card called to make another appointment to have her nails done.

After arriving for the appointment, the female reportedly gave a false name to police officers.

Detectives were set to review the report and potentially pursue charges for obstruction.

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A resident on Airline Drive reported Sept. 12 that he was the victim of a potential fraud.

The resident reported that two land lots that he owns were sold without his permission.

“It appears that the realtors did not confirm that the seller was not the owner,” a report states.

Over $300,000 in funds was transferred to the suspect.

No further information was provided.

Man attacked, bike stolen

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, an unknown male suspect attacked a Madison Heights man, 73, while he was in the area of John R Road and Delton Street, sometime between 8 p.m. and 8:25 p.m. Sept. 15.

After the assault, the suspect stole the victim’s bicycle. Police were investigating.

Teenagers accused of destruction of property

BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 10 a.m. Sept.

12, officers were dispatched to a construction site in the 200 block of Elm for a report of malicious destruction of property.

The project manager reported that in July, two

teenage male suspects entered the property without permission, removed a sliding glass door from its frame and threw a yellow scaffold off of a fourth-floor balcony.

They fled after being confronted by a resident of a nearby building. The damage is valued at more than $15,000. An investigation was ongoing.

Over $500 worth of football gloves stolen from store

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department took a report of a retail fraud that occurred at a sporting goods store in the 2100 block of South Telegraph Road at approximately 1:30 p.m. Sept. 15.

The suspect entered the store and selected 14 pairs of football gloves, worth $539.98. The suspect placed the gloves in a shopping bag and exited the store without purchasing anything.

The suspect was seen leaving the store in a gold color Volkswagen with an unknown license plate. The case was under investigation.

Neighbor confronts possibly armed suspects

FARMINGTON — Officers were notified of a vehicle theft in progress at a residence in the 32000 block of Cloverdale around 6:40 p.m. Aug. 11. A neighbor watched as three males pulled up to the victim’s residence in a red Jeep Grand Cherokee and stole a black Dodge Challenger from the victim’s driveway.

The victim was out of town at the time.

The neighbor attempted to confront the suspects, but one implied that they had a gun, so the neighbor went back to his house and called 911.

Officers arrived shortly after receiving the call, but the Grand Cherokee and Challenger were gone.

Officers obtained surveillance video and still images of the suspects and the Grand Cherokee. The case was forwarded to detectives for further investigation.

Check altered after being placed in Postal Service box

FARMINGTON — A resident said that he mailed a check for $200 using the Postal Service mailbox in the area of Orchard Lake and 10 Mile roads but later noticed the check he had mailed was withdrawn from his account for $2,457.12 instead of $200.

The image of the check on his statement showed that someone had altered his check and forged his name. The victim was able to get his money back from his bank. The case was forwarded to the U.S. Postal Inspector’s Office.