Local voters weigh in on Election Day
Races and proposals decided
BY MARK VEST mvest@candgnews.com
GREATER WEST BLOOMFIELD — Residents in the Beacon’s coverage area cast their votes for local candidates running for elected positions in the general election on Nov. 5.
Aside from choosing candidates, residents also had the opportunity to decide on some local-specific proposals.
West Bloomfield Township supervisor
Democratic incumbent Steven Kaplan ran unopposed for a fouryear term. It was previously reported that the annual salary for the position is estimated to be $145,000.
West Bloomfield Township clerk
Debbie Binder, who is the Democratic incumbent, ran opposed for a four-year term. The salary for the position was reported to be $137,000.
BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com
OAKLAND COUNTY — In Oakland County, current officeholders ranging from the county executive to the sheriff and more held onto their seats in the general election Nov. 5.
Oakland County executive
Two candidates were on the ballot for a four-year term as the county executive. The salary for this position is $221,336.
The Democratic incumbent, David Coulter, won with 416,742 votes (56.68%).
His Republican opponent, Nik Gjonaj, received 317,444 votes (43.18%).
There were 1,051 unassigned write-ins, accounting for 0.14%.
Coulter, 64, has been the Oakland County executive since 2019. Prior to that, he was the mayor of Ferndale from 2010 to 2019, and on the Oakland County Board of
Local residents cast their votes for the general election Nov. 5.
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‘One stop shop’ softball facility a ‘safe space’ for local athletes
BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Walk through the doors of Advanced Sports Performance on any given night during the week, and there are three things you’re guaranteed to notice: smiles on numerous faces, softball players perfecting their craft and owner Leslie Heisler’s vibrant personality.
“It’s nice having that personal touch of hers, and you sense it when you’re there,” said Bob Hall, Utica Eisnehower’s varsity softball coach and an Advanced Sports Performance team member. “You see her around the place because she has a lot of pride in her facility and what we’re doing in her facility. It’s nice to have that personal contact with not only the facility, but the owner of the facility. It’s a win-win situation to be honest with you.”
Located in Shelby Township at 47959 Van Dyke Ave. between 21 Mile and 22 Mile roads, Advanced Sports Performance has become a haven for softball players in the surrounding area since its grand opening on Aug. 17.
It’s a place where softball is the focal point for obvious reasons, but it’s so much
more than just a field and a couple of cage rentals.
“It’s a one-stop shop,” Heisler said. “I always say that I want the girls to come in and kind of get whatever they need. Do you need a referral for a sports performance coach? What do you need and let’s try and get that for you. It’s not just physical with how we can help them — it can be emotionally, spiritually and mentally.”
Services range from cage and field rentals to hitting and fielding and pitching lessons, but ASP also offers massage therapy, integrated manual therapy that focuses on specific injuries or dysfunctions, speed and agility training, and mental performance.
While the field and cage are primarily catered toward softball, massage and integrated manual therapy cater to anyone. Training is for all ages.
ASP has quickly morphed into the idea that Heisler first brainstormed while watching her daughter, Sam Heisler, a freshman next year at Armada High School, play travel softball at 8 years old.
“It started to develop as I watched her with the inconsistencies of what a boy’s experience is in athletics versus a girl’s experi-
ence in athletics is, and I started to see that so clearly that the girls needed a spot,” Heisler said. “They needed a place to play.”
Heisler, a Shelby Township police officer for 25 years and former military police officer, is somewhat of a local celebrity in Shelby Township for her 10 years as a D.A.R.E officer in the local elementary schools and a school resource officer at local schools as well.
Because of her familiarity with the area, Heisler, who lives in Armada, said she wanted somewhere that would provide a close-knit feel, and she felt Shelby Township was the perfect fit.
“I didn’t want it to be flashy or bougie — I wanted it to be comfortable,” Heisler said. “I want the girls to come in here and feel like this is comfortable. Sometimes after speed and agility, the girls will stay after and just pepper the volleyball. I’ll sit in here doing paperwork and I can just hear them giggling, and then they take control of my spotify.”
Sure, Heisler isn’t up-to-date on the newest rap songs the girls play or a fan of the Christmas music that gets blasted at times, but it’s all part of the dream she envisioned coming to life. Although if anyone remembers, the Shelby Township Police Department
did a carpool karaoke video back in 2018 featuring Heisler, who sang some rap and rock.
For the incoming softball players, ASP has surrounded itself with knowledgeable trainers, from high school and travel coaches to collegiate softball players.
Aside from their experience and what they can bring to the table from a technical perspective, they’ve walked a similar path as the players walking through ASP’s doors.
“Everywhere that I went when I was younger was a baseball facility that could also be used for softball,” trainer Eryn VanderVlucht, the varsity softball coach at Macomb L’Anse Creuse North, said. “It was run by baseball guys, and it was just different. When I was growing up, the softball teams that were coming in were just extra money for them. They didn’t really care.”
Dr. Savvy Ferstle, owner of Savvy Performance Consulting, parlayed her collegiate softball career at University of Detroit Mercy into a career of performance consulting with athletes of all ages, focusing on the mental aspect of their games.
Mental performance coaching has seen a massive uptick the past several years at both
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ABOVE: West Bloomfield Police Department Chief Michael Patton recently provided a notice of resignation to the West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees. Patton’s last day is set to be Jan. 10.
RIGHT: Following a notice of resignation from West Bloomfield Police Department Chief Michael Patton, Dale Young, who currently serves in the role of deputy chief, was appointed as his successor by the West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees. Young is slated to begin his new role Jan. 11.
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Police chief announces retirement, successor appointed BY MARK VEST mvest@candgnews.com
WEST BLOOMFIELD — From the perspective of Trustee Howard Rosenberg, a “big moment” for West Bloomfield Township occurred during a Board of Trustees meeting Oct. 21.
At that meeting, the Township Board unanimously accepted the retirement notice of West Bloomfield Police Department Chief Michael Patton. The township’s deputy chief, Dale Young, was appointed to the position of chief.
Patton’s last day is set to be Jan. 10, 2025, with Young starting his new role Jan. 11.
According to Township Supervisor Steven Kaplan, Patton could have remained as long as he wanted.
“He probably wants to spend more time with his wife, traveling and engaging in other pursuits, but he definitely was welcome to remain,” Kaplan said. “He wasn’t forced out by any means or encouraged.”
According to Kaplan, Patton has spent his entire career with the West Bloomfield
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West Bloomfield Township treasurer
Democratic incumbent Teri Adelberg Weingarden also ran unopposed when seeking a four-year term. The salary for the position was reported to be $137,000.
West Bloomfield Township trustee
Democratic incumbents Jim Manna, Diane Rosenfeld Swimmer and Jonathan Warshay all ran unopposed, along with newcomer Vincent C. Kirkwood.
The compensation was previously reported to be $11,000 per year.
Sylvan Lake City Council
Three candidates ran for two four-year terms. The compensation is reportedly $5 per meeting.
The candidates running for office were current Sylvan Lake Mayor Jim Cowper, Mayor Pro Tem Sally Segal and Eucharist Peter Cassar. Cowper and Cassar ran as writein candidates.
As of Nov. 6, results were not available, as according to the Clerk’s Office, the city was waiting on the Oakland County Board of Canvassers to certify the results.
Keego Harbor City Council
Incumbent John Fletcher and Ronnie Dahl were running unopposed for two three-year terms, with the compensation reported to be $100 per year.
Orchard Lake City Council
Incumbents Bruce McIntyre and Fred Leeb, along with Joseph S. Majcher, ran un-
opposed for three three-year terms. There is reportedly no compensation.
West Bloomfield School District Board of Education
Five candidates were running for one of three six-year terms.
Julie Beaty finished with 7,126 votes, followed by Nelson Hersh (7,067) and Kirsten Sonneville-Douglass (6,292).
Earnestina Moore (6,176) and Terri Hoyer Compton (5,461) were the other candidates.
In the Beacon’s voter guide, Beaty cited resource allocation as a top goal.
“Adequate funding is essential for effective instruction and student success, but budget constraints can hinder the educational experience,” she stated.
Support and professional development were also part of her goals.
“Continuous professional development and support for teachers and staff are vital,” Beaty stated. “As educational standards and student needs evolve, so too must the skills and knowledge of our educators.”
As part of his election profile, Hersh stated that the West Bloomfield School District is a “great” one due to the values and support of the community.
“I will continue to be fiscally responsible to our residents and taxpayers, transparent, accessible, kind and caring. I will work tirelessly ensuring our schools provide the best education and value in a safe nurturing environment so that we will be a destination district,” Hersh stated.
The goals that Sonneville-Douglass included for her election profile included bringing transparency, fiscal responsibility and accountability “back to our district.”
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“Our schools require focused leadership to improve student achievement, enhance safety, and ensure we attract and retain students and staff,” she stated. “With declining enrollment, falling test scores, high staff turnover, and a troubling $2M operating deficit, it’s clear a change is needed. I am stepping up to drive that change.”
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools Board of Education
Four candidates were running for one of two six-year terms. There is reportedly no compensation.
Marc A. Siegler (21,966) and Susie Crafton (19,238) finished as the top vote-getters.
Tricia Auten (18,034) and Rebecca Behrends (17,868) were the other candidates.
Two candidates were running for a term that ends Dec. 31, 2028.
Lisa West finished ahead of Ron Lippitt, as she finished with 22,988 votes, compared to 20,234 for Lippitt.
Two candidates were running for a term that ends Dec. 31, 2026.
Michael Smith finished with 24,133 votes, compared to 17,815 for Steve Rix.
West Bloomfield Parks Commission
Eight candidates ran for one of seven four-year terms. The financial compensation was reported to be $125 per meeting.
Amy Mindell was the leading vote-getter among the Democratic candidates with 21,819 votes, followed by David Barash (21,143), Robert V. Brooks (20,981), Merv Aronoff (20,946), Sally Wenczel (20,817), Terrance T. Adams (20,792) and John Erich (20,572).
Olga Meyer was the lone Republican in the race. She finished with 18,104 votes.
Along with continuing to improve and reimagine shared community areas and preserving and protecting natural areas, Mindell shared other aspirations as part of a previous election guide.
“Instill in our youth an appreciation for the natural world and stewardship for the wild,” she stated.
She also included supporting land management and biodiversity and providing open communication, accountability and transparency as a commissioner as goals.
West Bloomfield Township Library Board
Eight candidates were running for one of six four-year terms. There is reportedly no compensation for the position.
Carol A. Kravetz had the most votes with 12,582, followed by Rhonda Barnes Orr (11,510), Jennifer Taylor Boykins (10,922), Karen Eickemeyer (10,649), Michael R. Dorfman (10,350) and Raman Singh (8,827).
The other candidates were Cory Nummer (8,030) and Robert Tera (6,789).
Kravetz currently serves as the board’s president.
She shared her goals as part of the Beacon’s voter guide.
“My primary reason for joining and remaining on the Board is my desire to see that the Library meets and anticipates the needs of the community,” Kravetz stated. “I sin-
cerely believe that our Library is the very heart of our community and I serve to ensure that we continue this mission.”
Keego Harbor amendment for police purposes
Keego Harbor residents approved a proposal that extends the city’s authority to levy 4 mills for police purposes until 2034, with 1,025 residents voting in favor of it and 377 voters opposing it.
Prior to the approval by residents, that authority was set to expire in 2026.
The last two times that Keego Harbor placed a police millage on the ballot prior to this most recent attempt, the proposals failed — in 2022 and last year.
Had the millage passed in 2022, it would have increased to 8 mills. After that failed, the city put forth a millage the following year that would have increased it to 7 mills.
Keego Police Chief Robert Barnes thinks that not including a tax increase with this year’s amendment proposal was a key factor in it being approved by residents.
“Everyone’s excited about it,” Barnes said. “We’re gonna be able to get some new equipment, hopefully, and it’ll add to keeping some of the officers in retention and making it more appealing to (want to) work here.”
Library millage and replace proposal
West Bloomfield residents voted in favor of a proposal that repeals the previous West Bloomfield Township Public Library millage authorization of 0.6586 mills, which was approved in 2010 and is set to expire in 2026, and replace it with a new millage to be levied at 0.7 mills, which is 70 cents
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Commissioners from 2002 to 2010. He has been a Ferndale resident for 33 years.
“By working across party lines, I have made balancing the budget and preserving Oakland County’s AAA bond rating a top priority. I have also secured key investments in public safety, water quality and educational opportunities,” Coulter told C & G Newspapers in his election profile. “We are working to lower costs by making housing more affordable, improving public transportation, expanding mental health services and protecting women’s health care.”
Gjonaj did not respond to profile questionnaires or immediately return a request for comment by press time. According to his campaign website, Gjonaj is a Detroit native who was born and raised in a union household to Albanian immigrants. He currently works in the insurance industry.
He campaigned on strengthening support for the Oak-
land County Sheriff’s Office and cutting government spending at the county while reducing property taxes. A stated top priority was directing more resources to schools and mental health services.
Neither candidate answered a request for comment by press time Nov. 6.
Oakland County sheriff
Two candidates competed for a four-year term as the county sheriff. The salary for this position is $170,295.
The Republican incumbent, Michael Bouchard, prevailed with 445,165 votes (60.25%).
The Democratic challenger, Amrit Kohli, came up short at 292,454 votes (39.58%).
There were 1,248 unassigned write-in votes, accounting for 0.17%.
Prior to his current role as sheriff, Bouchard, 68, also served as a state senator, state representative and on the Beverly Hills Village Council. He has lived in Bloomfield for eight years.
In an election profile for C & G Newspapers, Bouchard previously said that as sheriff, “My top goal is to ensure the safety and security of everyone in Oakland County. I will continue to focus on keeping kids and our schools safe, reducing crime, improving emergency response times, enhancing mental health resources in law enforcement, and boosting training. By building strong community partnerships and investing in cutting-edge training and technology, we’ll protect our neighborhoods while maintaining the trust and transparency in the Sheriff’s Office. Public safety is not partisan.”
He did not answer a request for additional comment at press time Nov. 6.
His opponent, Kohli, 50, said in an interview that he originally wanted other Democrats to run, and that at one point he planned to drop off the ballot. But when it was too late to make that change, he decided he would continue to make himself available as an option.
A Ferndale resident since 2006 — during which time
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NEWS & NOTES
Thanksgiving meal kits set to be distributed
DETROIT — According to a press release, Higher Hopes!, a 501(c)(3) charity organization, is celebrating its 11th year of feeding Detroit families facing food insecurities.
The organization is scheduled to distribute 1,000 Thanksgiving meal kits to families from Detroit Head Start programs and Brilliant Detroit Nov. 25.
Each meal kit contains all the ingredients needed to make a full Thanksgiving “feast,” according to the release.
A $50 gas card, high-efficiency light bulbs and cat and dog food for pet owners are also set to be distributed.
A donation match campaign, courtesy of several donors, is slated to be held leading up to Thanksgiving to fund the distribution, as well as other events that benefit families in need.
Waterford School District selects superintendent
WATERFORD — According to a press release, the Waterford School District Board of Education has voted to enter into contract negotiations with Thomas Ahart to be the district’s next superintendent.
The release states that the Board of Education will vote on a finalized contract at a future meeting.
Ahart currently serves as a consultant for the council for Great City Schools and was the superintendent for Des Moines Public Schools for 10 years.
Prior to serving as the superintendent of Iowa’s largest school district, he was also an associate superintendent in Des Moines.
Ahart has been involved in education as a teacher and administrator for over 30 years, according to the release.
The release states that “Volunteers are always needed” to pack up the nonperishable items on Nov. 23 and help distribute kits to families on Nov. 25.
“Higher Hopes! Heroes invest time and money to provide households with access to sufficient, nutritious food,” Bill Birndorf, who is the founder of Higher Hopes!, stated via the release. “This includes our newest endeavor, which started at the beginning of 2024, in which we send nonperishable nutritious foods home with kids so they eat well over the weekend. We’re able to accomplish all of our programs through collaborations, efficient operations, education, and innovative solutions to battle hunger in the metro Detroit area.”
The “working poor,” as well as children and the elderly are among those who need assistance, according to the release.
For more information, visit higherhopesdetroit.org.
Local resident selected as co-president of charitable foundation
WEST BLOOMFIELD — West Bloomfield resident Jenna Wright Greenman was recently named as the copresident of the Shades of Pink Foundation, which has a mission of reducing financial stress for individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment in southeast Michigan, according to an email.
The organization provides “prompt funding” for daily living expenses, the email states.
Greenman joined the foundation’s board this year.
“As an attorney practicing healthcare law, Jenna is often intimately involved in knowing about the care and treatment that is needed and necessary for patients with breast care and cancer in general,” the email states. For more information, visit shadesofpinkfoundation.org.
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WEST BLOOMFIELD — According to information on West Bloomfield Township’s website, firearm locks are available free of charge at the West Bloomfield Police Department front desk for any township resident. The locks are available “while inventory lasts,” according to the website.
Addition to ‘Outstanding Teacher of the Year’ awards announced
OAKLAND COUNTY — According to a press release, the Oakland Schools Education Foundation and Oakland Schools have announced that an early childhood category has been added to the Oakland County Outstanding Teacher of the Year awards for the 2024-2025 school year.
The program was established in 1987 as a way of recognizing “outstanding” public school teachers in Oakland County, according to the release.
“This new category highlights the importance of early childhood educators who shape students’ earliest experiences with learning,” the release states. “Early childhood educators play a pivotal role in nurturing a love of learning in children, including the foundation for a lifetime of education. Recognizing this, OSEF has added the Early Childhood Teacher of the Year award to celebrate the commitment of teachers working with our youngest learners.”
The category is open to certified, full-time educators in Oakland County with at least five years of experience, including those teaching in Great Start Readiness programs.
The Oakland County Outstanding Teacher of the Year awards have traditionally recognized elementary, middle school and high school educators.
According to the release, the award year starts with nominations in November, followed by judging from a committee that includes representatives from Oakland Schools, education leaders, and community members.
Winners in each category are announced through surprise classroom visits in March, with an official awards ceremony in May.
Businesses and individuals interested in sponsoring the event can call (248) 209-2434 or send an email to andrea.berry@oakland.k12.mi.us.
For more information about the awards, visit oakland.k12.mi.us/student-programs/otoy or call (248) 209-2573.
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there was a 10-year stay working in politics in Oakland, Calif., returning in 2011 — Kohli is a musician and software engineer with a cybersecurity degree. He ran on issues such as incarceration reform, including jail debt forgiveness so that inmates aren’t billed for their time there, reduced cost of commissary so third-party vendors don’t overcharge for basic items while in jail, and reduced cost of collect calls out of jail, which he said are too expensive for family members receiving them.
He also ran on a promise of police reform.
“First, expose the count of lawsuits filed against and won against the Sheriff’s Office for wrongful deaths, as well as drug overdose statistics and incidents of police violence, and how many officers were involved in those incidents. I would want to expose whatever I can, legally,” Kohli said. “Really, I want more insight into any violence happening with the Sheriff’s Office, because we simply don’t know. And then we should modify policy so it’s harder for police to use excessive force.”
Oakland County prosecuting attorney
Two candidates ran for one four-year term as the county’s prosecuting attorney, a position that pays a salary of $191,281.
The Democrat incumbent, Karen McDonald, received 419,935 votes (57.63%), while her Republican opponent, Scott Farida, received 307,681 votes (42.23%).
There were 1,000 unassigned write-ins, accounting for 0.14%.
Prior to her current role as prosecuting attorney, McDonald, 54, served as a judge in the Oakland County Circuit Court. She has been a resident of Birmingham for 16 years.
In her election profile for C & G Newspapers, McDonald said that her goals are “keeping Oakland County safe by working with law enforcement to keep dangerous criminals off the streets” and “holding criminals accountable, including the Oxford High School shooter and his parents, while also fighting for justice for crime victims and their families,” as well as focusing resources on groups addressing gun violence, human trafficking and hate crimes.
In an email Nov. 6, McDonald said, “I’m grateful to all of the people who supported and voted for me. I’m humbled and thankful that hundreds of thousands of Oakland County voters have again put their trust in me. The prosecutor plays a critical role in keeping the community safe, and I am committed to ensuring justice for all.”
Farida, 34, an attorney who has lived in West Bloomfield for about 30 years, said in his election profile that he wants to “depoliticize prosecution” and refocus the prosecutor’s office on matters of public safety and victim advocacy.
“Every single person in our community, regardless of race, sex, religion, sexual orientation or any other identifier, has the right to live their life free from being victimized,” Farida said previously. “Our community has seen huge spikes in crime, and some of the worst offenders undercharged or pleaded down. My goal is to be fair and proportional, not to trade one political extreme for another.”
Farida could not be reached for comment by press time Nov. 7.
Oakland County clerk/register of deeds
Two candidates were on the ballot for a four-year term. The salary for the position is $170,761.
Lisa Brown, the Democratic incumbent, won with 406,615 votes (56.55%).
Brown’s Republican challenger, Barb Pallotta, received 311,267 votes (43.29%).
In an election profile for C & G Newspapers, Brown shared that her goal is to “continue running a Clerk/Register of Deeds office that serves as a model for the state, receiving local and nationwide acclaim for excellence and innovation.”
Pallotta previously served as the clerk for Independence Township.
In her election profile, she stated that one of her goals is to advocate for election integrity and local control of elections.
She also shared that she wants to initiate “immediate alerts about potential fraud activity to secure all Register of Deed property records 24/7” and “Reassess online services and the merit of associated fees to improve access to public records.”
Oakland County treasurer
Two candidates were running for one four-year term. The salary for the position is $170,761.
The Democratic incumbent, Robert Wittenberg, won reelection, garnering 383,503 votes (53.52%). His Republican opponent, Donna Blake, received 331,837 votes (46.31%).
Wittenberg, 43, has been a resident of Huntington Woods for 29 years. He stated in his election profile for C & G Newspapers, “We accomplished a lot during my first term (lowest tax foreclosures, updated investment policy, increased efficiency/transparency, etc.), but the work is not done. My top priorities will continue to be protecting the financial security of every resident
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for every $1,000 of a home’s taxable value.
There were 24,301 votes in favor of the proposal and 13,654 against it.
The new millage is set to begin with the Dec. 1 tax levy and run through 2033.
Its approval means that plans can start being made to buy more materials, make tech improvements and renovate spaces, according to the library’s director, Cathleen Russ.
She expressed gratitude for the community’s support.
“To say I’m happy is probably an understatement,” Russ said. “I’m excited that we have 10 years of stable funding. We can now go forward and firm up our plans for the next 10 years and get moving on it.”
Orchard Lake proposal
The title for current Orchard Lake Director of City Services Gerry McCallum is set to change to city manager after residents passed a proposal that authorizes the city to make the change, with 1,006 residents voting in favor of it and 320 opposing it.
In a previous interview with the Beacon, McCallum explained the benefit of changing the title of the position of director of city services to city manager.
“What really brought this to a head is that there’s been some documents for the state of Michigan, treasury documents, that I can’t sign because I’m not designated as a city manager, even though I act like one (and) operate like one,” McCallum said. “I could not sign the documents because, legally, my title is not city manager; so,
therefore, it required the highest elected official, the mayor, to sign, and we just felt it’d be more appropriate to have a manager’s position versus a director. But more importantly, a lot of organizations, like leadership organizations, don’t understand what a director of city services does, whereas a city manager’s pretty straightforward.”
Walled Lake Consolidated Schools proposal
A proposal put forth by Walled Lake Consolidated Schools seeking a replacement of its operating millage — an 18-mills nonhomestead tax on business and other properties, and a 3.6297-mills “hold harmless” levy on homes, was approved by voters, with 32,118 voting yes, compared to 25,173 people who voted against it..
Non-homestead properties consist primarily of businesses, rental properties, vacant land and secondary homes within the district’s boundaries.
A millage rate of 18 mills that was previously approved by voters in 2014 was set to expire in 2025. However, due to the Headlee Amendment, it has been rolled back over the course of time.
With the approval, it is now in effect until 2037.
The Headlee Amendment to the Michigan Constitution requires local governments, including schools, to reduce their millage rates if taxable values go up higher than the rate of inflation.
Following the passage of the proposal, the district released a statement on its website.
“Thank you to the community for its strong support in favor of the 2024 Operating Millage Replacement! The continued dedication to our district will positively impact our students, staff and the local community for years to come,” the statement reads.
Call Staff Writer Mark Vest at (586) 498-1052.
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the high school and college level for athletics, and Heisler made sure her girls had the same opportunities at their disposal.
“Leslie is amazing, and I think what really drew me to working with her and to help her build what she is trying to achieve at ASP is that she is really focused on building the culture first,” Ferstle said. “As someone who comes from an organizational psychology background, I know how important building a really healthy and supportive culture is in any type of environment.”
On weekends and weekdays, ASP has become a second home for softball players at both the travel and high school level, but the ASP family will only grow as time goes on.
It’s just getting started, but the foundation Heisler and her team have laid is strong and looking to last a very long time.
“It was so obvious that she had a passion for helping the kids and wanting to have this safe space for the girls coming into her facility,” VanderVlucht said. “As a female in coaching, I can really respect that. It’s so obvious that she has such a big heart.”
For more information on ASP, visit www.advancedsportsmacomb.com.
SPOTLIGHT ON WOMEN IN BUSINESS
BUILDING UP WOMEN IN LAW ENFORCEMENT
BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
Careers in law enforcement take a great amount of dedication and sacrifice.
According to the National Policing Institute, the number of women police officers has greatly increased since 1974, when there were only about 1,000 women police officers working in the United States. Now, it is estimated that there are about 96,000 women police officers. While the number has gone up significantly, only about 12% of police officers are women.
Local women recently shared their experiences and advice with C & G Newspapers on pursuing a career as a police officer.
Teresa Young is the executive lieutenant to the chief of police at the Southfield Police Department. She started her career as a 911 dispatcher in West Bloomfield and began rising in the ranks once she joined the Southfield Police Department in 2009.
While Young was in each position, she maximized her impact by taking on different roles and responsibilities throughout the department. For example, after she became a sworn officer in December 2009, she took the time to learn as much as she could. She worked the midnight shift and became an honor guard member, field training officer and evidence technician.
“I made it a point to diversify my career as
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When Cheryl Arafat was looking for a franchise opportunity, she wanted one that re ected her values. She chose Home Clean Heroes for its commitment to giving back to the community. e company partners with the First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF) to support the children and families of rst responders by donating a portion of every cleaning fee.
“ is franchise was a good t for me because I love that we give back to those who serve our local community every day,” Cheryl said. “Plus, I love cleaning.”
are charged only for the services they want,” she said. She also joins her team on initial cleanings to ensure expectations are met— and, with her “hero guarantee,” she promises to x any issues free of charge. “If something was missed or not what was expected, we will x it within the next 24 to 48 hours,” she added.
Clients also have the option to contribute by rounding up their payments or adding a nominal donation.
Home Clean Heroes also supports “Cleaning for a Reason,” which provides two free months of cleaning to individuals undergoing cancer treatment.
is month marks Cheryl’s rst anniversary of her successful venture into the cleaning service industry, and her personal touch and genuine care for her clients set her company apart.
“I handle every in-home estimate myself, listening to clients’ needs and ensuring they
much as I could so I could keep taking that next step. I’m always looking for what my next step is going to be,” Young said. When Young was starting out, she said it took a long time to earn trust as a female officer.
To maintain a consistently clean home, Cheryl o ers recurring services through her Home Clean Heroes franchise with weekly, biweekly, or monthly options. She also provides specialized one-time cleaning services tailored to meet speci c needs—whether for moving, preparing for a special occasion, or a deep seasonal clean. With her team of trained, background-checked professionals and ecofriendly products, Cheryl ensures each home is thoroughly cleaned and treated with the utmost care.
Call (248) 829-6659 today to schedule a personalized cleaning consultation with Cheryl. Experience the di erence of a Home Clean Heroes clean, tailored to meet any need! For more information, visit homecleanheroes.com/oaklandcounty.
Teresa Young, executive lieutenant to the chief of police at the Southfield Police Department, said women in law enforcement have a “unique set of challenges” that men usually do not face.
Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
Detective L. McDonald has been with the Farmington Hills Police Department’s Investigations Division since 2011.
YMCA Farmington Launches Nutrition Unleashed
The Farmington Family YMCA is excited to announce the launch of its new Nutrition Unleashed workshops, designed to empower individuals to achieve their ftness goals through proper nutrition. Led by Certifed Nutrition Coach and Personal Trainer, Christine Utter, these monthly workshops will provide participants with essential knowledge and practical tools to make informed dietary choices that are in line with their ftness goals.
Starting in October, Nutrition Unleashed will delve into grocery store strategies that include understanding food labels and ingredients, avoiding impulse purchases, and the importance of portion sizes. Each participant will receive:
• Personalized Nutrition Plans: Participants will receive tailored calorie and macronutrient targets based on their individual goals and needs.
• Valuable Resource Booklet: This booklet will contain a summary of the strategies learned, including protein sources, and a guide to estimating portion sizes.
In a supportive and judgment-free environment, participants will have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and receive personalized guidance from Christine Utter.
“Proper nutrition is a cornerstone of achieving lasting ftness results,” said Christine Utter. “I’m thrilled to share my expertise with the community and help people reach their goals through education and empowerment.”
To learn more about Nutrition Unleashed and to register for upcoming workshops, please visit ymcadetroit.org or contact the Farmington Family YMCA at (248)553-4020.
Entrepreneur Revitalizes Iconic Farmington Beauty Landmark
Farmington native Melissa Youngs, former owner of a national advertising agency for 16 years, recently acquired the 50-year-old local landmark Merle Norman and Rebecca’s Wigs. Under the new Bella Group, she merged these businesses into a comprehensive beauty and wellness hub and modernized the space with extensive renovations. “Te stores were nice but hadn’t been remodeled in decades,” she explained. “We redid the foors, ceilings, walls—and brought in all new equipment.”
Te expanded services now include a trichology center, where stylists and estheticians are trained in the study of hair and scalp health. “Forty percent of women over 50 experience some form of hair loss—and there aren’t a lot of options,” Youngs said.
Te trichology center focuses on hair and scalp health, and innovative solutions like non-surgical hair grafing and a Japanese head spa featuring a 90-minute treatment that exfoliates and detoxifes the scalp to promote hair growth.
“It’s the most luxurious experience, ofering total body relaxation,” Youngs said. “We’re starting that service right afer our grand opening, and we already have a waiting list.”
Te salon also ofers its own line of organic, hypoallergenic hair care products, free from sulfates and parabens.
A Grand Reopening is set for Nov. 14, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 1:30 p.m., and an evening extravaganza from 5 to 9 p.m. Te event takes place during Ladies Night Out in downtown Farmington and includes giveaways, food and grand prizes totaling more than $3,000. “We are also giving out travel-size product kits in our gif bags to spread the word and have people see for themselves how wonderful they are.” Attendees can also join the waiting list for the Japanese head spa.
Bijou Salon/Merle Norman/Rebecca’s Wigs is located at 23348 Farmington Rd. in Farmington. For more information, call (248) 477-3033. Visit Merle Norman Downtown Farmington: merlenormanfarmington.com Rebecca’s Wigs: merlenorman-rebeccaswigs.com. Follow @merlenormanmi, @bijousalonspa and @rebeccaswigs on Instagram.
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Police Department, with his tenure beginning in 1985.
He has been the township’s police chief since 2010.
Kaplan shared some thoughts about the service that Patton provided to the community.
“One must look to the results, which are outstanding,” Kaplan said. “(For) many years we’ve been rated the safest community in Oakland County, and one year we were the safest community in Michigan.”
Kaplan pointed out that the West Bloomfield Police Department is not a “one-man band,” as it consists of 82 police officers who are compensated at an above-average level in the tri-county area, which is one of the reasons he cited for the success that the Police Department has had.
According to him, compensation for officers in West Bloomfield begins at $71,000 per year, with officers also receiving pensions.
At the meeting, Rosenberg recalled being on the Board of Trustees when the decision was made to appoint Patton as the chief of police.
“It was a difficult decision, and it was the best decision I ever made to appoint Chief Patton,” Rosenberg said. “He’s been a magnificent chief. He’s (going to) be a tough act to follow, Dale, but I’m sure you’re up to it and I congratulate you on the ascension to this position. I hope you take a good lesson from Chief Patton, as he was so active in the community, so I’m obviously in support of this.”
According to Kaplan, Young began as a police cadet at the West Bloomfield Police Department in 2004.
He was hired as a police officer in 2006, before being promoted to sergeant in 2015 and a lieutenant in 2021.
Young was appointed as deputy chief this past January.
Young has a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary studies with a minor in communications from Oakland University.
He is also a graduate of the Northwestern Center for Public Safety Police Staff and Command, the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police executive and new chief’s school, and the Michigan police executive development seminar.
Trustee Jim Manna took the opportunity to acknowledge Patton at the meeting.
“Not only has he been a phenomenal chief for all the residents of West Bloomfield, but he oversaw a visit from a prime minister from another country, he oversaw two vice presidents who came and visited West Bloomfield, (and) he oversaw other heads of state that came and visited West Bloomfield or did business in West Bloomfield,” Manna said. “Thank you for keeping West Bloomfield one of the safest communities in the state of Michigan.”
Trustee Jonathan Warshay also weighed in on Patton’s decision to retire.
“You’ve been a rock and a pillar of the community, a really great ambassador, and we will miss you,” Warshay said. “I am looking forward to working with Deputy Chief Young when he becomes police chief.”
Treasurer Teri Weingarden also had some encouraging words for Patton.
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“I think (the) chief knows how special he is to me and everyone,” Weingarden said. “As you said Dr. Rosenberg, best vote I ever made. I’m very excited our future chief Dale Young will be serving in your footsteps. Big shoes to fill, but sir, you have already impressed me greatly with the work I’ve been doing with you.”
Township Clerk Debbie Binder told Patton that she is grateful for his service. She also acknowledged Young.
“We’ve worked with you quite a bit already, and it’s been an absolute pleasure,” Binder said. “Your commitment is clear.”
At the meeting, Patton endorsed the appointment of Young as the township’s next police chief.
“I’m really pleased and excited about the appointment you’re making tonight of Deputy Chief Young,” Patton said. “I think it’s important to say he’s well-respected by all the West Bloomfield team members. This will be a welcome appointment by the township board.”
Aside from thanking the board, current and past colleagues and his wife, Young also focused some of his attention on Patton when speaking at the meeting.
“Please understand that part of my vision for our Police Department moving forward is to continue to build upon the foundation that Chief Patton has created,” Young said. “I look forward to continue working with Chief Patton, the township board, other department heads, the community, and the people that make up the West Bloomfield Police Department.”
Call Staff Writer Mark Vest at (586) 498-1052.
CRIME WATCH
ID theft reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Oct. 23, a resident went to the West Bloomfield Police Department to report being the victim of identity theft.
The victim reported receiving notice from the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity Unemployment Insurance Agency that an unknown person filed for unemployment benefits using their identity.
There are no known suspects.
Vehicle reported missing
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Oct. 26, a resident went to the West Bloomfield Police Department to report a missing vehicle.
The vehicle was later found at a hospital in Ann Arbor.
During an investigation, it was discovered that a family member had parked the vehicle at the hospital before receiving medical treatment.
Facebook Marketplace fraud reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Oct. 20, a police officer was dispatched to the 7400 block of Azalea Court to take a fraud report.
The reporting party informed the officer that they were defrauded in an amount over $2,000 by an unknown person.
The unknown person reportedly re-
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in Oakland County, maintaining our AAA Bond rating, and keeping Oakland County a wonderful place to live and work. I will do all I can to secure taxpayer dollars, preserve property values, and prevent foreclosure.”
Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 10
Democratic incumbent Kristen Nelson finished ahead of Republican challenger Gregg Marinelli, with Nelson coming away with 20,322 votes (53.89%), compared to 17,302 (45.88%) for Marinelli.
Nelson cited ensuring older adults receive high-quality services, promoting health and wellbeing by investing in improved access to mental health services and investing in green infrastructure as some of her goals for a C & G Newspapers voter guide earlier this year.
cruited the reporting party for a job that involved making posts about homes for sale on Facebook Marketplace.
Later, the unknown person overpaid the reporting party and wanted the balance for the overpayment sent to them.
It was determined at a later time that the paychecks were fraudulent.
Prank calls reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Oct. 25, an officer was dispatched to 6107 Haggerty Road to take a report about phone harassment.
The reporting party said two separate prank phone calls were received from two different males. The callers were reportedly asking unusual questions and acting strangely.
No known suspects were reported.
‘Suspicious circumstances’ reported
WEST BLOOMFIELD — On Oct. 23, an officer was dispatched to the 7200 block of Katrin to take a report about “suspicious circumstances.”
The reporting party pointed out a tree in the backyard that had three distinct char marks on it. The char marks may have resembled two eyes and a nose, but it was reportedly not clear.
No known suspects were reported.
Anyone who has information about these crimes or others is asked to call the West Bloomfield Police Department at (248) 975-9200.
— Mark
Vest
Oakland County Board of Commissioners District 11
Democratic incumbent Marcia Gershenson defeated Republican Johnnette Eggert, as she came away with 24,446 votes (57.54%), compared to 17,977 (42.31%) for Eggert.
Gershenson shared some of her goals for a C & G Newspapers voter guide earlier this year.
“My priorities for next term are to continue working with communities and landlords to secure more affordable housing,” Gershenson stated. “Also, I am committed to strengthen the mental health resources available for residents and working to expand our Health Department to address the needs of families through community Health Centers. In addition, I will continue my work promoting responsible gun ownership to keep our communities safe.”
Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.
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“I think there was a perceived vulnerability that not just my coworkers, but even suspects out on the road underestimated me or targeted me just because I was a female. They thought that maybe I was weaker or easier to manipulate,” Young said.
Young said that being a woman in law enforcement, especially early on in a career, it can feel like “having a bad day” was not an option because it feels like everyone is looking at you.
“There are times where I came in with a chip on my shoulder, you know, I wanted to prove to everybody that I belonged here, and that I was going to go far in my career, and that no matter what was thrown at me, I was going to overcome it,” Young said.
Young urges women who are new to law
enforcement to find a mentor. She adds that it is important for female officers to remember who they wanted to be in the field in the first place.
“You are going to have a unique set of challenges that your male counterparts don’t have to deal with. You’re going to be judged a little harder, you’re going to be maybe criticized a little harsher,” Young said. “I think it’s all about not losing sight of who you are.”
Detective L. McDonald is with the Farmington Hills Police Department’s Investigations Division.
McDonald started at the Farmington Hills Police Department in November 2011 as a police service aide, which is a civilian position with the department. After graduating from the Oakland Police Academy in December 2012, she applied for a police position at the department. She completed several months of training and about nine years of working road patrol before moving to her current position.
When she first started working in law enforcement, she said there were not nearly as many female officers at the department as there are today. The Farmington Hills Police Department currently has 16 female sworn officers.
They also have a program to recruit women police officers. “Blue, Red & You” is a workshop for women who are interested in becoming a first responder. This program was developed in 2022 in efforts to recruit more women for careers at the Farmington Hills Police and Fire departments.
“I wanted to succeed and do well so that I could show the other female officers here, ‘Look what you can accomplish,’ and just kind of be a mentor to the female officers that are coming in, just like I had mentors when I was coming in,” McDonald said.
Capt. Jennifer Miles is the commander of the Emergency Communications and Operations Division at the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office. She started at the Sheriff’s Office in
1999 and has held several positions in her 25 years of service.
One of her many duties, which she began in 2009 and still does today, is a women’s selfdefense program for civilian women throughout the county.
Miles is currently at the FBI National Academy to bring back skills in leadership, mindfulness and resilience to her agency.
“I think that we as women think and feel like every day you have to prove yourself that you belong there, and so every day is 100%. You don’t get to have a bad day,” Miles said.
Miles encourages anyone interested in law enforcement to come apply to make a difference in their community.
“We are the heart and soul of protection and making sure that everybody goes home to their family. So if there are things that are perceived injustices or just straight up injustices, come help us, from the inside, solve that,” Miles said.
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
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NOV. 13
50 Years of GWBHS History: Presentation about Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society, 7 p.m., West Bloomfield Township Public Library - Main Branch, 4600 Walnut Lake Road, free but donations appreciated, gwbhs.org/events
NOV. 15
A Celebration of Native American Culture: Traditional music, dance and storytelling by Michigan performers and educators Reg and Marca Pettibone plus special guests, 7 p.m., The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, (248) 699-6700
NOV. 17
Talkin’ Broadway discusses ‘Jersey Boys’: Monthly group featuring performances and expertise from Broadway veterans, 2-4 p.m., West Bloomfield Township Public Library - Main Branch, 4600 Walnut Lake Road, (248) 682-2120
NOV. 19
Veterans peer support group: For men, hosted by Oakland Community Health Network, 5:30-7 p.m., CNS Healthcare, 279 Summit Drive in Waterford, RSVP to (248) 294-0063
NOV. 22
Harvest Day Lunch: Traditional Thanksgiving dishes,
live music and gratitude, noon-1:30 p.m., Connect Senior Center, 33230 W. 14 Mile Road in West Bloomfield, (248) 451-1920, hrussell@wbparks.org, wbparks.org/event/harvest-lunch
High Tops & High Heels: Mother-son dance with upscale buffet, beverages and dessert, professional photographs, DJ, balloon art and tattoo station, 6-8 p.m., Glen Oaks Golf Course, 30500 W. 13 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, wbparks.org/event/high-topshigh-heels
NOV. 23
Holiday Hoopla & Tree Lighting: Santa and reindeer visits, crafts, games, cookie decorating and more, 3-6 p.m. (tree lighting at 5:40 p.m.), Waterford Township Hall, 5200 Civic Center Drive, waterfordmi.gov/1380/ holiday-hoopla-tree-lighting
NOV. 23-24
Used book sale: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 23 and noon-3 p.m. Nov. 24, West Bloomfield Township Public Library - Main Branch, 4600 Walnut Lake Road, preview sale for Friends members runs 7-9 p.m. Nov. 22, (248) 682-2120, wblib.org
NOV. 24
Pictures with Santa or Mensch: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. with Mensch and 1-2:30 p.m. with Santa, Premier Pet
To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise an event, call (586) 498-8000.
Supply, 6399 Orchard Lake Road in West Bloomfield, (248) 325-9692
NOV. 30
Shop Small Saturday: Inaugural event showcasing local artisans and businesses, noon-4 p.m., West Bloomfield Township Public Library - Main Branch, 4600 Walnut Lake Road, (248) 682-2120, wblib.org
ONGOING
‘Moon Man Walk’: 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Nov. 15-17, 22-24 and 29-30 and Dec. 1, The Inspired Acting Company, 1124 E. West Maple Drive in Walled Lake, inspiredacting.org
Farmers markets: 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through end of December, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road in Waterford, (248) 858-5495, ocmarket@oakgov.com, oakgov.com
Orchard Lake Museum open houses: Tour home of Greater West Bloomfield Historical Society, 1-4 p.m. Nov. 15, Dec. 8 and Dec. 20, also view vintage wooden toys Dec. 8, 3951 Orchard Lake Road, free but donations encouraged, gwbhs.org/events
Live music: 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays, Fork n’ Pint, 4000 Cass-Elizabeth Road in Waterford, (248) 7913256, forknpintcasslake.com
Game nights: For Sylan Lake residents only, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Sylvan Lake Community Center, 2456 Pontiac Drive, (248) 682-1440, sylvanlake.org/ community_center
• 5-6:30 p.m. every first and third Wednesday of month, Commerce Township Community Library, 180 E. Commerce Road, (248) 669-8108, commercetwp. com/library
Aurora: Take mile walk through forest of holiday lights and sounds, also use magic wand to unlock hidden surprises, takes approximately one hour to complete, Thursday-Sunday evenings Nov. 15-Dec. 29, Glenlore Trails, 3860 Newtown Road in Commerce Township, glenloretrails.com
‘Humbug’: 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Dec. 6-8, 13-15 and 19-21, also 2 p.m. Dec. 14, Farmington Players Barn, 32332 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, (248) 553-2955, facebook.com/ TheFarmingtonPlayers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers: Virtual workshop hosted by AgeWays, learn to communicate with family and healthcare providers, reduce stress, guilt, anger and depression, and make difficult decisions, 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays until Dec. 18, free but donations accepted, (833) 262-2200, wellnessprograms@ ageways.org, tinyurl.com/agewaysworkshops
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