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BIRMINGHAM — Before the regular Birmingham City Commission meeting Feb. 13, an official City Commission workshop meeting was held to discuss current marijuana laws. The presentation was given by City Attorney Mary Kucharek, who outlined the legal history behind marijuana, the current status of the law, and what this could potentially mean for the city. “I don’t want to be known as a city attorney who’s trying to bring marijuana to the borders of Birmingham. That’s not what I’m trying to do. That’s not my purpose. That’s not my agenda. That’s not my job,” Kucharek said. “My purpose is to make sure this commission is fully apprised of the laws in Michigan and how they could affect the citizens, and you, as the legislative body, need to be made aware of all of those laws and potential outcomes and unintended conse-

ABOVE: Orchard Lake St. Mary’s players wore specialized jerseys that honored someone in their life who has battled cancer, during the school’s first “Pink in the Rink” event. St. Mary’s worked in conjunction with Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice to raise money for cancer research with 50/50 raffles, silent auctions, merchandise sales and a donation box. TOP LEFT: held “I skate for” signs during a ceremonial skate-around honoring family members or friends who have battled cancer. The schools also held a ceremonial puck drop that honored the memory or a survivor of a few of the St. Mary’s and Brother Rice players. BOTTOM LEFT: Brother Rice junior Ryan Tyranski fights for possession of the puck with St. Mary’s junior Dugan Cretu during Brother Rice’s 2-1 win Feb. 11 at St. Mary’s Ice Arena. St. Mary’s finished five points behind second-place Brother Rice in the Catholic High School League standings. Photos by Donna Dalziel

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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Police have arrested three men they believe are responsible for hundreds of thefts across metro Detroit, including 25 stolen cars. Raphael Smith, 29; Demerius Hollis, 30; and Samuel Bender Jr., 32, are all charged with car theft, larceny, burglary, illegal use of a credit card and stealing a gun. All three men are also being charged with conducting a criminal enterprise by the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office. Township police said months of investigative work confirmed that the three men were involved in an ongoing crime spree from October 2022 to January 2023. “The case began back in October, when we started to see an influx of larcenies from auto, as well as car thefts — a majority of See ARREST on page 7A

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BIRMINGHAM — The city’s Historic District Commission is continuing to work on the development of a new set of historic design guidelines. Officials said the goals of these guidelines are to build a consistent environment for historic preservation in Birmingham and to promote historic preservation in the city by providing an indispensable reference guide. Residents have been encouraged to share their thoughts on this project on Engage Birmingham. “Historic preservation in general, to those that aren’t in the field or working in it at least sometimes,

is very a complicated world and also inherently very subjective,” Planning Director Nicholas Dupuis said. “What we’re trying to do with these design guidelines is try to offer people a document to go to in order to get an idea of what we as a Historic District Commission in Birmingham look for when you propose changes, new construction and renovations to a historic resource.” Dupuis said the historic design guidelines are important because what they look for in Birmingham could be different than what neighboring cities look for. “There are a lot of standards and guidelines out there, but we wanted to get something on our books See HISTORIC on page 23A

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METRO DETROIT — Several residents from Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills and Beverly Hills will be showing their hot rods and customs at Detroit Autorama. The 70th year of this world-famous hot rod show will take place Feb. 24-26 at downtown Detroit’s Huntington Place. Detroit Autorama will bring 800 hot rods and custom cars coming from as far as New Zealand to compete for the Ridler Award. David and Marcy Van de Grift from Birmingham will be showing their 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible at Autorama. One day in 1968, Marcy had gone car shopping with her father in Rockford. At the time, she was only 15 years old with a driver’s permit. After not finding anything while looking at new cars, Marcy and her father were on their way out when she pointed out an offwhite 1967 Pontiac Firebird convertible in the parking lot with a for sale sign. It turns out that this car had just been traded for a new car, so after some negotiating, her father bought it on the spot. The car stayed in the family. Meanwhile, David and Marcy met while attending Michigan State University and eventually married. When the time came in the 1980s, Marcy’s dad announced that the car was getting too old and he was going to have to let it go. However, David told him that he loved the car, and he worked out a deal to keep it in his father’s friend’s barn. They maintained this car for years, until a few years ago, when they decided to get serious about fixing it up. “About three years ago, I said to myself — and my wife agreed, she said, ‘Let’s really restore that car proper,’” David said, “One thing led to another, and now it’s even better than

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them being unlocked vehicles with personal belongings inside, or unlocked vehicles with the key fobs left inside,” said Bloomfield Township Police Officer Nick Soley. “We started to see a trend throughout all of southeast Michigan, especially Oakland County.” Township police said the case was “complex” and enlisted the help of the Troy Special Investigations Unit — which includes officers from the Auburn Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Township, Royal Oak and Troy police departments. “They started working the case hard for about six months,” Solely explained. “There was a lot of surveillance and investigative

techniques I can’t really get into, but they were able to piece it all together.” Township officers also worked with the Canton, Livonia and Sterling Heights police departments, and the Michigan State Police. Detectives first identified Bender as a suspect responsible for using a stolen credit card at a local gas station, police said. Surveillance video then led them to Smith and Hollis, who were caught on video in several stolen vehicles, police said. “They were not particular about the type of car stolen. They would take what they could,” Soley said. “A lot of these were crimes of opportunity. They were definitely looking for vehicles and belongings to steal. The opportunity came when the cars were unlocked and key fobs were left inside.” On Dec. 29, officers conducted multiple search warrants at two residences in De-

troit, where Smith and Hollis were arrested. During the searches, detectives recovered “a large amount of stolen property” and “seven stolen handguns.” Bender was arrested by the Bloomfield Township Police Department Jan. 19 “after committing several more crimes,” Soley said. At press time, Smith and Hollis were both being held in Oakland County 6th Circuit Court on $1 million bonds, while Bender was charged in 48th District Court and was being held on a $300,000 bond. Hollis’s attorney, Ben M. Gonek, could not be reached for comment at press time. Smith’s attorney, Mohammed Azeem Nasser, had no comment at press time. Bender’s attorney, Marshall S. Tauber, could not be reached for comment at press time. Although the suspects were taken into

custody, Soley said metro Detroit police agencies are still seeing an influx in auto thefts and larcenies from vehicles. “Since then, we have had at least one stolen car in Bloomfield, so different crews and different individuals are still out there. They are still looking. They know they can find these cars that are unlocked with personal belongings and key fobs in them, and they’re taking them.” Police remind residents to lock their cars, remove all valuables — including the key fob — and never leave a firearm in their vehicle. “It’s the same thing I’ve been stressing the last eight years of my career: Lock your cars, take all your personal belongings out and never leave a key fob inside,” Soley said. Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

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concerning the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act, particularly the licensing of retailers and micro businesses. Kucharek outlined what the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act means for municipalities. According to this act, a municipality can permit or limit the number of marijuana establishments within its boundaries. When the proposal to legalize marijuana appeared on statewide ballots in 2018, 7,296 Birmingham voters said yes to the proposal and 4,721 turned it down. However, the Birmingham City Commission passed a resolution to opt out of having marijuana establishments within the city’s jurisdiction in 2018. Some of the local municipalities that have opted-in include Detroit, Ann Arbor, Royal Oak, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Walled Lake and Lake Orion. According to this act, residents may initiate an ordinance to be placed on the ballot that allows marijuana establishments, regardless of the commission’s decision to opt out. This ordinance proposal on the ballot may be passed by the voters. However, if a legislative body decides to pass an ordinance, they have the control to regulate marijuana establishments through

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a regulatory ordinance alone or through the combination of a regulatory ordinance and a zoning ordinance amendment. This gives local control of the type of establishments, the number of establishments and the location of those establishments. According to Kucharek’s presentation, the benefits of the city opting in include local control over the ordinance, control of marijuana within its borders, time to process and adjust to changes on its own terms and conditions, and the ability to amend the ordinance. If Birmingham remains opted out, marijuana establishments will continue to be prohibited within the city, but there is a possibility of a citizen ballot initiative showing up on the ballot to counteract that. There have been citizen initiative petitions in several cities in Michigan, including Allen Park, Auburn Hills, Belleville City, Royal Oak Township and more. Kucharek ended her presentation with a recommendation. “My recommendation is to take control of the issue. Now what does that mean? That is up for you to decide,” Kucharek said.

City Manager Tom Markus said part of the reason this was brought up was selfdefense. “We wanted to make you aware that there is a serious possibility that an initiation could occur,” Markus said during the meeting. Following the presentation, the City Commission discussed specific topics involving zoning and regulations. Mayor Pro-Tem Elaine McLain asked about the possibility that this conversation could encourage a citizen petition, while they are instead meaning to correctly manage their resources. Kucharek said that this is a topic that the city already regularly receives calls about. “To not talk about something because it might stimulate the idea in someone’s head would be naive of us, and we are just putting our heads in the sand,” Kucharek said. There was one public comment from a Birmingham property owner opposing the opting-in of the city to allow marijuana establishments. This individual encouraged the City Commission to take a stand and do a thorough examination on how this would affect the community. This topic may arise at future City Commission meetings. Recordings of every public meeting can be found on bhamgov. org.

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Local student wins Artist of the Week

BIRMINGHAM — Quarton Elementary School student Greyson Krut was named Artist of the Week for the grade 4-6 age group of Artsonia’s Artist of the Week contest. With over 100 million pieces of student art, Artsonia.com is the world’s largest collection of student art portfolios. Krut and his passion for art earned over 800 votes in this online contest. “I love spreading my creativity to the world,” Krut said in a press release. “I also love working with all art materials when I create my art. I hope everyone gets to experience art in the world and unleash their creativity.” Krut is a student of art teacher Alana Wynes-Iafrate, who has been teaching art for over 11 years. In a press release, she said she works to create a culture of community in her classroom and she is thrilled to have a student recognized for his art. “The feeling of achievement that students gain from this recognition helps improve their self-confidence and inspires them and their peers to continue being creative,” Wynes-Iafrate said. “It brings me so much joy seeing students light up when their art and their artistic abilities are positively recognized in a world where so many other things are often prioritized.” More information on this contest and Artsonia can be found on artsonia.com.

The Sculptures in the Parks Program returns for a second year

BEVERLY HILLS — The Beverly Hills Parks and Recreation Board is accepting applications for the 2023 Sculptures in the Parks Program through Feb. 28. This is the second year for the Beverly Hills Sculptures in the Parks Program. Work selected for this program will be on display May 2023-April 2026 at one of the village’s parks. Artists will loan their work to the village of Beverly Hills for this three-year period. The original art submissions are expected to demonstrate the connections between art and the natural environment. Selected pieces are chosen by local artists and are approved by the Parks and Recreation Board. The village of Beverly Hills Parks and Recreation Board and village administrators will choose the locations of the sculptures.

Townsend Hotel recognized as one of Michigan’s best

BIRMINGHAM — The annual U.S. News & World Report Best Travel Rankings has recognized Birmingham’s Townsend Hotel as a top hotel in Michigan. Awards, recommendations and ratings expressed by travel experts and guests were used to determine this year’s Best Hotels. “The Townsend Hotel team works very hard to ensure that each and every guest has a memorable experience at our property, for all of the right reasons,” Steven Kalczynski, the managing director of the Townsend Hotel, said in a press release. “It’s always rewarding to receive confirmation, through recognitions like this ranking, that our efforts are hitting the mark.” The Townsend Hotel was ranked fourth behind the Grand Hotel, Hotel Walloon and The H Hotel.

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Man charged after reportedly breaking into residence, sexually assaulting neighbor BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — A man from Bloomfield Township has been charged for allegedly breaking into his neighbor’s condo and sexually assaulting her. According to reports from the Bloomfield Township Police Department, the victim woke up to the suspect, who lives in an adjacent condominium building in the 700 block of Fox Hills Drive, standing over her in her bed at approximately 11 p.m. Feb. 9. The victim yelled for the suspect to leave, but instead, he reportedly laid down in bed next to the woman and began “kissing her neck” and “touching her inappropriately,” according to police. The victim was able to lead the man toward the front door and force him out of the residence. Haddad When officers arrived at the scene, they visited the suspect’s residence and took him into custody. Maher Haddad was arraigned Saturday, Feb. 11, in 52-1 District Court and charged with first-degree home invasion and second-degree criminal sexual conduct. At press time, he was being held in the Oakland County Jail on a $100,000 10% cash or surety bond. His next court date was scheduled for Feb. 23, after press time. Haddad did not have an attorney on file at press time. Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

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a fixture, you know, in our community,” David said. Matt Zurbrick, of Beverly Hills, will be showing his 2018 Dodge Challenger Demon at Autorama. He said he tries to show a car in Autorama every year. “We twin turbo-d it so it’s not the stock supercharged version anymore. We built this car last week as a fun project with my buddy’s performance company, and we are testing it out all week in Florida right now,” Zurbrick said.

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Custom Framing’s gallery is about 95% local. You’ll ﬁnd original and limited edition works by Michigan artists including photography, prints, posters, sculpture and signage. From concept to design, fabrication and installation, total customer satisfaction is the pledge of Art and Denise. The Art of Custom Framing will not only ensure that your treasurers display beautifully, they’ll of course be protected. “There’s basic framing, but there’s also different levels of conservation framing,” Art said. “We carry one of the largest and most diverse selections of moulding in the state, from standard and contemporary wood colors and shapes to eclectic designs, closed corners, leather, custom designed and painted wood moulding, as well as moulding that you can design. You can also custom design your matting.” “We have designers that have about 100 years of total combined experience, and we have framers that have about 100 years of total experience,” Denise said. “Our goal is to be in the custom world. We want to help you design and decorate your home or ofﬁce.” Art added, “We have done, whether it’s through our designers or directly, some of the who’s who around town. We can frame anything: photos, your child’s artwork, masterpieces, everything in between!” To inquire about your next framing project, stop by the gallery at 3863 Rochester Road, call (248) 435-3726 or visit framingart.net.

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ABOVE: The Birmingham/Bloomfield SNAP Flag Football League offers the first-ever all-girls flag football league in the state of Michigan. BELOW: A Broncos ball-carrier is all smiles as she attempts to find the endzone.

‘US GIRLS CAN DO IT TOO’ GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE INTRODUCED IN MICHIGAN

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BIRMINGHAM — Boise State University perfected one of the most iconic Statue of Liberty plays during the 2007 Fiesta Bowl against the University of Oklahoma, but what if I told you that a group of girls in the SNAP Flag Football League did it better? Sure, Boise State quarterback Jared Zabransky’s handoff to running back Ian Johnson converted a game-winning twopoint conversion, but it didn’t go for a 40yard touchdown like Dr. Zafar Shamoon’s team of all girls perfected last season. “Just because you hear the word football or play football, it’s just not for boys anymore,” SNAPtivities founder and president Genevieve Caffelli said. “Us girls can do it too.” Shamoon is a parent-volunteer coach in the Birmingham/Bloomfield SNAP Flag Football League that features 5-on-5 football with rosters of 7-10 players who range in grade level from first to fifth grade. There’s only one thing that separates this league from any other league in the state of Michigan: Girls run this field. Shamoon, the chief of the emergency department at Beaumont Hospital in Dearborn, first got involved with the league because of his son, Ibrahim, but found out there was an opportunity for his daughter, Selena, to make an impact on the field. “It started with my son, because he wanted to play football, so I reached out to

coach Genevieve (Caffelli),” Shamoon said. “I really love football, and I wanted to coach, so I asked if I could coach. She then told me that she was trying to start a girls league, so I had my daughter and a couple of her friends, and then Genevieve sent me some girls. Let me tell you, these girls are really talented.” For 25 years, Caffelli has brought flag football to the Birmingham/Bloomfield area through her SNAPtivities program, which is in conjunction with the National Football League Flag Football League. See FOOTBALL on page 25A

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SPOTLIGHT ON WOMEN IN BUSINESS

WOMEN BETTER THEIR BUSINESSES BY NETWORKING BY MARY GENSON

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METRO DETROIT — For business owners, networking is a great way to build connections and grow professional contacts. As the number of female entrepreneurs rises, networking can be particularly beneficial, as it often creates a culture of women supporting one another in business. In Oakland and Macomb counties, there are many women who have started their own businesses. In one village, the downtown retail area is entirely made up of women-owned businesses. Retail shops in downtown Franklin are 100% woman owned, including many shops and eateries. Madeleine’s French Patisserie is one of the newer additions to downtown Franklin. They have been in business for about a year. “In general, I have found that the town has been very supportive,” Madeleine’s French Patisserie owner and head pastry chef Holly Kaiser said. Since Franklin is a small village, Kaiser said she has had to be creative to attract people to her business. However, collaborating with surrounding businesses has helped bring awareness to Madeleine’s French Patisserie. For instance, the business provides charcuterie orders for Tangerine Wine, which in turn provides the See WOMEN on page 20A

Rachel Devries, the membership engagement manager for the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce, pictured right, helps the community network. Photo provided by Denise Grace

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‘Renü’ your commitment to your own holistic health Through acupuncture, cupping and massage, CBD, Radial Pressure Wave therapy and aromatherapy treatments, personalized holistic care is at the very center of Renü Acupuncture’s commitment to its clients. “I’ve been doing this for over 25 years, practicing since 1998,” said Valentina Anikeyeva, the founder and owner of Birmingham’s Renü Acupuncture, and a fully licensed and board-certified acupuncturist. Valentina said the techniques used at Renü Acupuncture are derived from Eastern and Western medicine, offering unique treatments that help patients relieve pain and live more comfortably without the harmful side effects of drugs. “What I like about Eastern Medicine is that it treats your body as a whole,” Valentina said. “The mind and body are connected, as compared to Western medicine, when you say, ‘I have a pain in my neck,’ and you take medicine to cover the symptoms. You still have a problem, but you’re not feeling pain.” Techniques like acupuncture, cupping, cupping massage, CBD and aromatherapy, and RPW therapy provide holistic alternatives to addressing pain, but also offer preventive benefits. The treatments can relieve tension, ease pain and boost immune and respiratory systems that are pushed to the limit, especially during the cold winter months, as an alternative to prescription drugs. Holistic treatments can also help alleviate

migraines, headaches, anxiety, depression and insomnia, contributing to improved mental health. “There are different tools I use to treat pain,” Valentina said. In addition to the needling, I use cupping,cupping massage and shockwave therapy with CBD oil for aches and pains, muscle tension and sports injuries.” Acupuncture stimulates the central nervous system, which releases chemicals into the brain, spinal cord and muscles and stimulates the natural healing process. Cupping treatments create suction to pull blood into the skin on various parts of the body. It can help promote blood flow and reduce inflammation. CBD and aromatherapy treatments help ease pain and reduce anxiety and inflammation as a natural alternative. Shockwave therapy is a noninvasive approach to stimulate the healing process in injured soft tissue that can relieve pain and discomfort. Renü Acupuncture offers discounts for seniors, military veterans and those serving on active duty. Right now, they’re eligible to receive 50% off the regular price of any one-hour treatment. Valentina has a master’s degree in science from Minsk State Medical School in Belarus and a master’s degree in Oriental Medicine and acupuncture from the New York College of Health Professions. She is certified to provide advanced treatments for spine injuries and pain management, and also

holds certification in advanced constitutional facial acupuncture and pandemic preparedness health. Through her practice, Valentina has helped hundreds of patients rehabilitate and manage pain related to spinal and joint injuries, headaches, sciatic nerve discomfort and stress. Renü Acupuncture is located at 189 Townsend Street, Suite 302, in Birmingham. To schedule an appointment or for more information, call (248) 800-2222 or visit renuacupuncture.com.

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The Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce encourages men and women to connect and network. committee, Grace said, she focuses on nurturing camaraderie and personal connections in addition to professional contacts. “In our chamber and in our women’s group, we are about supporting each other’s businesses, because the more those businesses grow, the better it is for our whole community,” Grace said. Kelly Finley, a broker and the owner of New Century Realtors in Troy, said her favorite part about networking is meeting new people and having “just the right person” to introduce others to. In addition to her work, Finley networks

through being a member of the Troy Chamber of Commerce and the Detroit Athletic Club. Finley said going out of her comfort zone and meeting people has helped her make connections she would otherwise not have made, which has ultimately benefited her career. “Women in business are a force, and I think that the more people that you meet, the more opportunities you have,” Finley said. Rachel Devries, the membership engagement manager for the Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce, said her job is to help introduce people to one another at the chamber’s many networking events.

While she helps people network as her job now, she said all of her jobs have been found through networks. “I think it (networking) is really important for all genders, but especially for women who are having a slower time getting back into the workforce from COVID. I think it is so important that we are out and about and meeting people. The more you can get to know someone, the more you can build that trust,” Devries said. She said she finds networking one of the best ways to not only get a job but also to grow a business and make new friends.

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BLOOMFIELD HILLS — There was a lot to be excited about for Birmingham Brother Rice boys basketball last season behind a trio of all-State talent. A district semifinal loss left a question as to what could’ve been with the team’s potential, and with the loss being to Catholic High School League rival Orchard Lake St. Mary’s, it was a tough pill to swallow. Holding an 18-1 record, a 2-0 record over St. Mary’s, and an 11-game win streak

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that is Birmingham-specific, dealing with some of the issues we deal with on a day-today or month-to-month, and offer people a little bit of a resource to go to so that they are not surprised or they are not running into brick walls,” Dupuis said. Last June, Kraemer Design Group was chosen by the City Commission to develop a new historic design guidelines document for the Historic District Commission and its constituents. Kraemer Design Group created a timeline for this project. Toward the end of last year, KDG provided the outline of the new guidelines and one completed section to the city. The Historic District Commission reviewed it and returned it to Kraemer Design Group to proceed. In January, the Historic District Commission reviewed the first draft of the guidelines at 75% completion. During the review Jan. 4, the Historic District Commission suggested that the Kraemer Design Group add more descriptive captions to photos, more custom graphics, and more information to the discussion of alternative materials, scale, additions, de-

signing new buildings in historic districts, and the impact of commercial awnings on historical buildings. Dupuis also brought up during the meeting a comment regarding the length of the document, saying he believes it should be shortened to a “more palatable length,” especially in the introduction. However, three other Historic District Commission members disagreed. “Like any information guide that you get, you can read the portions you need. You can ignore the rest, but at least you have the opportunity to see it, as opposed to if it is not there,” Historic District Commissioner John Henke III said during the meeting. During the meeting, representatives from Kraemer Design Group took notes on the changes they need to make. According to the agreed-upon timeline, the next portion will be ready for review in March. Dupuis said at the Feb. 15 Historic District Commission and Design Review Board meeting that they are on track to have it ready by March. The Historic District Commission plans to review it on March 15. The final guidelines are expected to arrive in June. Following a review, the Historic District Commission plans to bring the guidelines for final approval after that.

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NEW COACH, SAME SUCCESS FOR BLOOMFIELD HILLS BOYS BASKETBALL BY JONATHAN SZCZEPANIAK jszczepaniak@candgnews.com

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Most teams don’t have an identity crisis after winning back-to-back Oakland Activities Association-White league titles, but Bloomfield Hills boys basketball went through its fair share of trials and tribulations after its previous head coach, Phil Kurajian, stepped down after last season. Kurajian, who coached Bloomfield Hills (13-6) for five seasons, brought on now-head coach Brian Canfield onto the Bloomfield Hills staff as a volunteer assistant for the 2022 season. Canfield watched his two sons, Mason and Tyler, play under Kurajian during their high school career. While he may be a new face to some, Bloomfield Hills freshman guard Drew Wilson was all smiles after Canfield got the job. “At first, I was wondering what school I was going to be going to,” Wilson said. “When I heard he was going to be the coach, I knew I had my decision.” Canfield coached Wilson on the Amateur Athletic Union basketball team, the Michigan Majors, and also coached senior guard CJ Jackson on Moneyball East. Taking over an already established culture, Bloomfield See BLOOMFIELD on page 28A

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going back to Bloomfield Hills and Birmingham public schools. Birmingham Seaholm and Bloomfield Hills High School host the games throughout the season. All coaches are parent-volunteer coaches, and referees are hired through the SNAP Flag Football League, with most being former SNAP players. It’s the community-driven league that Caffelli said she always wanted to establish. “I really try to build community, community, community; it’s the biggest thing,” Caffelli said. “These kids, a lot of them are going to be together for 10-12 years, so I’d like for them to get used to one another.” The league starts in mid-April, with the final day of registration being April 2. NFL official reversible jerseys are provided to players, and players only need to purchase a mouthguard before the season. Visit www.snaptivities.com for more information on the boys and girls leagues. “I wish people knew about this, because I tell people at work and they’re like, ‘Oh, that’s awesome,’” Shamoon said. “I really hope it spreads out, because I think people would really love this.”

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Caffelli, a Bloomfield Hills High School and Oakland University graduate, started SNAPtivities in 1988, revolving around various youth programs, but noticed something was missing. “I finally got to the point where it was like, ‘We need to get more football around here,’” Caffelli said. Fast-forward to 2023, the SNAP Flag Football League is offering the first-ever girls-only flag football league in Michigan. Running plays like ‘snowball’ and ‘rainbow,’ the girls’ systematic play on the field shows it’s their time to take over the gridiron. Shamoon’s team faced off against the boys twice last season, and said the girls have become the crowd favorites. “There was one game in particular where we were trying to win against the boys, and there were parents from other games watching their kids play, and they came over and were watching our game and cheering the girls on,” Shamoon said. Shamoon’s team finished 4-2, with both losses to the boys, but the girls provided a hard-fought battle that only motivated them moving forward. Each year the confidence builds, but the camaraderie is what has really impressed Shamoon. Not only do the girls now understand the game from a broad perspective, but Shamoon said they’re understanding the ins and outs. “When we first started, a lot of them were very timid and weren’t sure,” Shamoon said. “Last year, all of my girls scored at least two or three touchdowns. What I’m most proud of is that everyone knows why they scored a touchdown. It wasn’t just the one girl who scored the touchdown, but they all know they couldn’t do it without each other.” The league couldn’t do it without the help of the community, and Caffelli puts heavy emphasis on the community’s importance, with half the profits from the league

Village of Beverly Hills Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting 3/13/2023

The Village of Beverly Hills Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a meeting on Monday, March 13, 2023, at 7:30 pm at the Village of Beverly Hills Office at 18500 W 13 Mile Rd, Beverly Hills, MI 48025.

The following case will be heard:

Case #1404: In order to install two (2) new garage doors with a cumulative total length of twenty-seven (27) feet facing the street at a residential property located at 19050 Hillcrest Blvd, the petitioner is requesting a three (3) foot variance from Section 22.08.100.g. of Chapter 22, Zoning Ordinance of the Village Code limiting the maximum cumulative total length of garage doors facing a street to twenty-four (24) feet.

Case #1405: In order to construct an addition with a 35.7-foot exterior side yard setback to an existing garage at a residential property located at 18546 Riverside Drive, the petitioner is requesting a 4.3-foot variance from Section 22.08.070 of Chapter 22, Zoning Ordinance of the Village Code requiring a minimum 40-foot exterior side yard setback.

Interested parties may comment on the request in person at the scheduled hearing. Written comments may be submitted in person or by mail to The Village of Beverly Hills, Zoning Board of Appeals, 18500 W. 13 Mile Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025. Comments may also be submitted via email to mstec@villagebeverlyhills.com by 4:30 p.m. on the date of the hearing. The application may be reviewed at the Village Hall between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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METRO DETROIT — For those in the market to purchase a home, one of the most important parts of the process is determining what they can afford to pay as a monthly mortgage payment. After crunching the numbers, real estate professionals and mortgage loan officers can help potential buyers figure out what price range they should stay in when making a purchase offer so they avoid a monthly mortgage payment that doesn’t fit their budget. However, despite doing what they thought was their due diligence, many homeowners get an unpleasant surprise after purchasing a home when they learn, months later, that their mortgage payment has been increased. What many homeowners don’t realize is that the taxable value the previous homeowner was paying was based on the year they purchased the home. However, at some point after a home is sold, municipalities conduct a property reassessment to determine the current taxable value, and that can lead to a significant increase in monthly mortgage payments. In 1994, Michigan voters approved Proposal “A,” a constitutional amendment that established taxable value as the basis for the calculation of property taxes. Increases in taxable value are limited to the percent of change in the rate of inflation or 5%, whichever is less, as long as there were no losses or additions to the property. The limit on taxable value does not apply to a property in the year following a transfer of ownership. At that time, the taxable value increases to the assessed value. Jake Slobin is a senior loan officer with Supreme Lending in Farmington Hills. He explained why new homeowners can expect to see a jump in their monthly mortgage payments after purchasing a property. “People who bought houses 10, 15 years ago … pretty much get grandfathered into that taxable rate,” Slobin said. “Now, you fast forward 10, 15 years that person’s owned the

home, and now they’re selling. Well, the new person coming in is gonna have to pay taxes on what the new sales price is. … Say someone bought a house in 2021 and someone comes in there and buys it now, in 2023. Those aren’t the people that are gonna see a big tax jump; the big tax jump comes when someone bought a house five, 10, 15, 20 years ago, and now someone new is coming in and buying it.” A significant period of time can pass before new homeowners learn that their monthly mortgage payments have jumped. “Each year, your mortgage servicer does what’s called an escrow analysis, and when they do the escrow analysis, they go back and say, ‘OK, well, you’ve only been paying $2,000 for the year for your taxes — well, in actuality, your taxes have jumped to four grand.’ So, not only are they going to, obviously, make that increase and make you start paying going forward (to) what the taxes are now, there’s also been a shortage for the past year — you’ve only been paying $200 a month in taxes, when really you should’ve been paying $350 a month,” Slobin said. “So they get hit with that combo of, ‘OK, not only do we have to pay back the shortage, we’re also now paying what the taxes have jumped to.’ So that’s something that I’d say, over the past two years, I get calls about constantly, and what I like to do is remind the buyer that, ‘Hey, mortgage companies have zero control of what the city is gonna do with your taxes; when (the previous owner bought) a house for a hundred grand and the taxable value was significantly lower, well, now you’re buying it for 250 (thousand dollars), five, 10 years later — that’s exactly what’s gonna happen; your taxes are gonna make a significant increase.’” Larry Campbell is the owner of Century 21 Campbell Realty in Madison Heights and has been in the real estate business for approximately 50 years. “The assessors, based on laws, are looking at tax sales 12 months backwards,” he said. “That’s gonna be sort of the guidepost or the benchmark, where all these properties are going to increase as a direct result of past sales.”

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Atlantis Mortgage Executive Loan Officer Thomas Naughton, left, and Atlantis Mortgage Vice President Jeremy Stybel stand with some of their awards at their Farmington Hills office.

Supreme Lending Senior Loan Officer Jake Slobin, seen here at his office in Farmington Hills, and mortgage professionals like him can help alert potential homebuyers about properties for which the mortgage payment is likely to increase significantly approximately a year after purchase.

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Real estate professionals such as Larry Campbell, of Century 21 Campbell Realty in Madison Heights, can help potential homebuyers become aware of whether properties could incur a significant mortgage payment increase. Photo provided by Larry Campbell

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The homeowners who are most likely to be affected by increased monthly mortgage payments are homeowners who bought a property that the previous owner inhabited for a long time. “If the people have been there for a long time, it is not unusual to consider the property taxes almost double. By doubling, I tell you, it’s within one year. That’s profound, isn’t it?” Campbell said. Thomas Naughton is an executive loan officer with Atlantis Mortgage in Farmington Hills. Given that there is often no warning to homeowners, he said that, in most cases, an increase in mortgage payments comes as a shock. “Most of the time, they’ll call their mortgage broker, the lender directly and say, ‘Hey, what is this? My taxable value’s going up; why is it so high? What happened?’ … There’s no real way to get out of it at that point, in a sense,” Naughton said. “Once the tax bill hits, that’s money owed, and (it’s) in your name. … In certain situations, I’m sure people have had to sell the home because they weren’t anticipating the taxes rising so much and the lender … neglected to tell them that, or it was just something that was out of sight for both the lender and the people purchasing the property, so it was never thought of at the time.” When Livonia resident Ami Sardesai purchased his first home in 2005, he figured that his mortgage payment was locked in for 30 years and was surprised to learn later that it had increased by approximately $30 or $40 per month. In that case, the previous homeowner had lived there for around two years. In 2019, Sardesai purchased another home, and although — based on his first experience — he was expecting an increase in his mortgage payment, he wasn’t quite prepared for it to go up as much as it did, which was approximately $300 per month. The previous homeowners lived in the home that he and his wife now occupy for more than 30 years. “No one alerted me, ‘Hey, remember this will happen,’ or anything like that,” Sardesai said. “When we came in the first year, we were paying, basically, the taxes that they would’ve paid, but then, in the second year in the house, now they transferred the ownership — we’re brand new owners — so now we have to pay the actual value.” Slobin, Campbell and Naughton all agree that potential homebuyers should be informed in advance about taxable values before agreeing to purchase a property. “We do preemptively warn our clients, and we think most mortgage people should be doing this,” Naughton said. “We try to tee

it up and let them know, ‘Hey, you’re buying a house that hasn’t been sold in 15 years, so they’re going to reassess the value on your home when the appraisal is done, and whatever you’re funding into your escrow account or whatever the previous taxes were, it’s going to look much different.’” Jeremy Stybel is the vice president of Atlantis Mortgage. He shared one possible reason why some lenders don’t inform potential buyers that their mortgage payments are likely to increase. “They don’t (want to) get yelled at by a real estate agent or whatever else for possibly losing a sale because they told the truth,” Stybel said. “Ninety percent of the time, nobody tells them that, and it is a very big problem. I think a lot of them are scared that they’re gonna lose buyers because of that reason.” Campbell said that homeowners are in disbelief when they realize that their taxes have gone up “way, way, way” more than they expected. “A good buyer agent will tell you, ‘These are some of the things that we could expect as we move forward.’ … My recommendation, if you’re going to buy a house, buy from a Realtor that’s full-time, that makes a living helping people, not that’s doing it as a part-time gig, working two to three jobs,” Campbell said. Slobin discussed when new homeowners can expect to see an increase in their mortgage payments. “The tax jump happens typically within a year, and then after that initial jump takes place, you’re pretty much steady the rest of the way in your home, unless the city is doing some major project where everyone votes and passes a proposal for that project that the taxpayers are now responsible for,” he said. “After that initial jump, you don’t really see (many) more significant jumps going forward.” Slobin shed further light on the role assessors play for municipalities. “Each city assessor’s office, they go out and do tax assessments on the home each year, typically. And what they do is go out, determine the taxable value of the home and, once that determination is made, that’s how they generate the summer and winter tax bills,” he said. “There are people who pay their taxes and insurance separate of their mortgage payment and just make a one-time payment to the city, but most people have escrow accounts in which their taxes and insurance are paid out of, that is part of their monthly payment. … The payment shock that’s happening is for those customers.” Although nobody is going to get excited about a mortgage payment increase, from Slobin’s perspective, it’s not all bad. “There’s also the positive,” he said. “The city’s coming out and assessing the value of your property and determining that the value of the property is significantly more than, a lot (of) times, even when you bought it.”

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(G), and Curtis Williams (F) leading the charge. Averaging just under 67 points per game offensively, including 76 points in its last five games, Brother Rice’s offense has been stout this season. Blackwell, a University of Wisconsin commit, has helped lead one of the strongest offenses in the state alongside Williams, who is committed to the University of Louisville, and senior guard Henry Garrity. While both are dynamic scorers in their own right, Thomas, a University of Toledo commit, has been dominant in every aspect of his game. “He’s like a jack of all trades the way he fills up the stat sheet,” Palmer said. Allowing just under 47 points per game this season, Brother Rice’s defense has been a significant part of its success. Brother Rice’s defense has come a long

way from the 54 points-per-game it allowed in 2022, as the Warriors have held teams to under 54 in 15 of their 19 games this season. Palmer said his team’s emphasis on the defensive end has paid off this season “They play really hard on that end, and sometimes that sacrifices them on the offense,” Palmer said. “Our guys take a lot of pride on that end, and that’s what has them excited going forward.” Brother Rice secured the school’s first regular season league title since 1996 in a 72-63 win over Detroit U-D Jesuit Feb. 10, but the job isn’t finished yet. Playing in one of the toughest districts in the state, Palmer knows his guys will have an early test in the state tournament. “We know (what teams) we’re going to have to beat, and even our first game of district with West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, they’re no sloaches,” Palmer said. “We’d have to beat seven good teams in a row to reach the Breslin (Center). I think our league is a good tune-up for that.”

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WATCH Cellphone cloning leads to PayPal account hack

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Bloomfield Township Police officers took a report of fraud from a resident in the 4000 block of Nearbrook Road Feb. 7. The victim discovered that someone had hacked his PayPal account, and approximately $10,000 had been transferred out of his account, along with $32,775 worth of cryptocurrency. Police believe that the suspect was able to fraudulently clone the victim’s cellphone. The case is currently under investigation.

Vehicle theft reported

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — A car was stolen from the driveway of a home in the 700 block of Overhill Feb. 1. The vehicle, a 2017 Honda Pilot, was reportedly unlocked and had the key fob inside. The case is currently under investigation. Anyone with information should call the Bloomfield Township Police Department at (248) 433-7755.

Home invasion reported

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of Sherwood Glen for a home invasion at approximately 10 p.m. Feb. 11. The homeowners arrived home to find the master bedroom door locked from the inside. The homeowners then discovered that the glass patio door had been broken. Officers cleared the house and discovered that several personal belongings had been stolen from inside the master bedroom. The crime is believed to have occurred between 5:30 and 10 p.m. The case is currently under investigation. Anyone with information, should call the Bloomfield Township Police Department at (248) 433-7755.

Assault reported at business

BIRMINGHAM — On Feb. 5 at approximately 12:33 a.m., officers were dispatched to 220 Merrill on a report of an assault. Several individuals were involved in a physical altercation. Some of the individuals were no longer at the establishment when officers arrived. The reporting party refused to provide

a written statement while officers were at the scene but later contacted the Police Department via telephone stating that he would like the individuals involved to be prosecuted for the assault. He was instructed to return to the Police Department to complete a written witness statement as soon as possible.

Victim loses over $50K to scammer

BIRMINGHAM — On Feb. 7 at approximately 12:40 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the Birmingham Police Department lobby to take a fraud report. The victim, a 69-year-old man, reported that he was the victim of fraudulent activity. The victim received an email from a fraudulent PayPal account stating that fraudulent activity had occurred in the victim’s account and to contact the phone number listed in the email. Upon calling the number, the victim spoke with an unknown subject posing as a PayPal employee. The victim then provided personal banking and other information to the individual. The victim also allowed the individual to remotely access his personal computer several times.

The unknown subject advised the victim to purchase gift cards and provide the numbers, which he did. Over the course of several weeks, the victim provided approximately $47,422 to the unknown subject through purchased gift cards. After becoming suspicious, the victim contacted his bank, who informed him that he was the victim of a scam. The bank said that because the victim purchased all of the gift cards himself, they are unable to reimburse him. In total, the victim lost $52,422 as a result of the scam. An investigation is ongoing.

Suspect unsuccessful in breaking and entering

BIRMINGHAM — Officers were dispatched to 33877 Woodward Ave. on a report of a breaking and entering in progress at 8:43 p.m. Feb. 12. Witnesses reported hearing glass break on the south side of the building and seeing a subject dressed in all black fleeing the scene. Officers observed the broken glass and cleared the building upon arrival. It appeared that the suspect did not gain entry to the building. Officers canContinued on page 31A

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WATCH vassed the area for the suspect, with negative results. The suspect was later arrested by Ferndale police for attempting a similar incident in Ferndale. The suspect admitted to unsuccessfully attempting to gain entry into 33877 Woodward Ave. in Birmingham.

Drunken driver strikes curb

BIRMINGHAM — At 2:21 a.m. on Feb. 12, an officer was dispatched to the area of East 14 Mile Road and Woodward Avenue to assist a motorist. The reporting party said that there was a driver with a damaged front tire in the roadway. Upon arrival, the officer observed the damage and made contact with the driver, a 25-year-old woman from Southfield. The driver said she had struck the curb. When asked, she also reported that she had consumed alcohol recently. Upon failing a field sobriety evaluation, she was given a preliminary breath test resulting in a blood alcohol content of nearly twice the legal limit. The driver was arrested and issued a citation for operating while intoxicated.

Vehicle stolen from driveway

BIRMINGHAM — Officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Hazelwood Avenue on a report of a stolen vehicle at 11:45 a.m. Feb. 11. A 55-year-old man reported that his

vehicle was stolen from his driveway. The vehicle tracking app reported the vehicle at a location in Detroit. An officer checked the area, with negative results. There are no witnesses or suspects at this time.

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BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 11:52 p.m. Feb. 11, an officer on patrol saw a vehicle failing to maintain its lane, nearly striking another vehicle. Upon initiating a traffic stop, the officer made contact with the driver, a 28-yearold man from Troy, who was showing signs of intoxication and reported that he had consumed alcohol recently. Upon failing a field sobriety evaluation, he was issued a preliminary breath test, resulting in a blood alcohol content over twice the legal limit. The driver was arrested for operating while intoxicated.

$9.5K in valuables stolen from vehicle

BIRMINGHAM — On Feb. 10 at 8:08 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Henley Drive on a report of a larceny from a vehicle. The victim, a 51-year-old resident, reported that her unlocked vehicle had been rummaged through at approximately 7:20 a.m. Several items were taken from the vehicle totaling approximately $9,500. There are no witnesses or suspects at this time. — Mary Genson and Mary Beth Almond

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Birmingham schools named State Schools of Character BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com

BIRMINGHAM — Each year, Character.org recognizes schools and districts that have been intentional, proactive and comprehensive about incorporating character into all aspects of school life. Four Michigan schools received this designation this year, three of which are part of Birmingham Public Schools. The 2023 State Schools and Districts of Character in Michigan include Beverly Elementary School in Beverly Hills, Birmingham Covington School in Bloomfield Hills, Greenfield Elementary School in Beverly Hills and Leonard Elementary School in Troy.

Character.org bases its selection of the State Schools and Districts of Character on its “11 Principles Framework for Schools: A Guide to Cultivating a Culture of Character.” They say these principles serve as guideposts to building a caring school community. State Schools and Districts of Character will be considered for 2023 National Schools of Character. These designations will be announced in May, and schools will be honored in the fall in Washington, D.C. In 2018, Beverly Elementary School, Birmingham Covington School and Greenfield Elementary School were named National Schools of Character, in addition to Quarton Elementary School and West MaSee SCHOOLS on page 33A

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ple Elementary. The same year, Birmingham Public Schools was named a National District of Character. Beverly Elementary Principal Matthew Fairchild said the journey to becoming a 2023 State School and District of Character began about five years ago, immediately after their national recognition. “We just continued to work forward. Character.org gives you feedback about how you can even improve your practice, so we tried to implement those things to continue and grow as a school of character, obviously making sure that it benefits our students and teachers,” Fairchild said. Beverly Elementary’s core values are honesty, inclusiveness, kindness, respect and responsibility. These were determined by sending out a survey to the school community. Fairchild said they found that the answers were in general similar across the board as they evaluated the feedback. Once these five core values were selected, students created a touchstone to represent what is important to the school community. The Bobcat Behavior Touchstone lists

each value and includes symbolism that shows the school’s unity. Fairchild said this touchstone has become like a second logo to the school. Birmingham Covington School’s core values are respect, kindness, responsibility, empathy and integrity. These values were considered by stakeholders and are represented on the student-developed touchstone called the “cobra compass.” “We did this as we were kind of going through the pandemic. We felt like it was a good time to sort of reassess what our values are as a community,” said Birmingham Covington School Principal Omar Hakim. Each school encourages character throughout the community through several different programs and activities. The Community Read program by Birmingham Covington School is one way they promote character education by connecting students through interdisciplinary activities across grade levels. Beverly Elementary demonstrates its core values through “Bobcat Den,” a multigrade team meeting where students learn about different areas in character learning. Every student is assigned a den, where they remain for all of their years at Beverly Elementary. These meetings allow students and teachers to connect across classes and grade levels.

Fairchild emphasized that earning this recognition was a community effort that was supported by the district and the community.

Each school website shares more information on its character education efforts, core values and unique touchstone.

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BBAC FEATURES LOCAL STUDENTS IN NEW SHOW BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com

ABOVE: Margo Weiner, from Birmingham, will be showing “Boxed Whimsy” at the BBAC Current Student Works Show. RIGHT: Ed Tillery, from Bloomfield Hills, will be showing his piece “Focus” at the BBAC Current Student Works Show. Photos provided by the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center

While working on his art, Tillery shared his unique creative process. When he approaches a blank canvas, he likes to put on a headset and listen to music from various soundtracks. While he was working on “Focus,” the soundtrack that inspired him was the “Lion King” score, composed by Hans Zimmer. “What happens when you are painting like that is you get a rhythm, you get a feeling inside, and the inspiration just flows, and you add your paints and you start creating,” Tillery said. Margo Weiner, from Birmingham, won one term of tuition from the BBAC Tuition Award with her piece “Boxed Whimsy.” Her award-winning piece was a paper collage. Normally, Weiner works with acrylics. Weiner’s instructor was Andrea Tama, to whom she has been going for years. She said Tama is a wonderful teacher who is always there to help students and push them outside

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GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT GROUP OFFERS SESSION DATES

METRO DETROIT — Jewish Family Service is scheduled to offer sessions of a grief and loss support group for women 60 and older. The group is set to be led by JFS licensed master social workers and clinicians Mayim Meyers and Cici Syms, and it will focus on providing a supportive space to begin to process grief. Participants will learn coping skills, the non-linear process of grief, increased understanding of typical and complex grief, and connections with others in a similar place, according to a press release. The session dates are scheduled to take place 10-11:30 a.m. Fridays March 10 and 24, April 14 and 28, May 5, and June 2. According to the release, group size is limited. For more information, contact Mayim Meyers at (248) 592-2694 or mmeyers@jfsdetroit.org.

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MEALS ON WHEELS VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT IN WEST BLOOMFIELD

WEST BLOOMFIELD — Volunteer Meals on Wheels drivers are needed in West Bloomfield, according to the township’s website. Pickup is at the West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation office, located at 4640 Walnut Lake Road. Pickups are scheduled for 9:30 a.m., with routes typically taking between an hour and an hour and a half, according to the website. Volunteers are the backbone of the program, the site states. “Not only do our volunteers deliver meals to our homebound seniors, they also deliver a warm smile and a friendly greeting. … Our seniors are able to remain in their homes due to the generosity and kindness of our many volunteers.” For more information, call Lucy at (810) 632-2155 or send an email to info@lwmow.org.

OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS SEEKS SEASONAL STAFF

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Oakland County Parks and Recreation Department is seeking seasonal staff as it prepares for its spring and summer seasons. The department stated that it has “hundreds” of jobs that need to be filled at its various campgrounds, aquatic facilities, golf courses and parks within the next few months. The jobs come with perks such as a $500 cash bonus, annual vehicle permits and a limited number of passes to use the facilities. There are positions available for ages 16 and older starting at $13.52 an hour. For job descriptions, salary ranges, application requirements and qualifications, visit OakGov.com/jobs. For more information, visit OaklandCounty Parks.com.

Community Choice Foundation plans to award $100,000 in scholarships METRO DETROIT — Community Choice Foundation announced that applications are now open for its college, continuing education and skilled trades scholarships. The foundation has awarded more than $1.4 million in scholarships to almost 300 students since 2009. A total of $100,000 will be awarded to students in 2023, with 15 $5,000 college scholarships, six $2,500 continuing education scholarships and four $2,500 skilled trades scholarships. Applying students must be Michigan residents and attend a Michigan-based institution, academy or training program following high school graduation. Applicants will be judged by their academic achievements, community involvement and extracurricular activities, along with completion of an essay. “We look for students who have a passion for the future and who are very goal-oriented and motivated both with their careers and in support of their communities,” Community Choice Foundation Executive Director Kevin McAlpine said in a prepared statement. The scholarship program is funded by Community Choice Credit Union and the generous support of its members, team members and local businesses. Applications are due Feb. 28 and may be filled out online by visiting CommunityChoiceFoundation.org. Scholarship winners will be announced in April. Community Choice Foundation is the charitable arm of Community Choice Credit Union and is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. For more information, visit CommunityChoiceFoundation.org or call (877) 243-2528, ext. 2460.

MSGCU to award more than $100,000 in scholarships this year METRO DETROIT — Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union announced today that applications are being accepted for its annual scholarship program through Feb. 28. The Credit Union has awarded more than $1 million in scholarships to more than 500 students and educators since the inception of its program. MSGCU is offering various scholarships to 33 recipients. Nonmembers are welcome to apply and must become members if selected as scholarship recipients. The credit union welcomes everyone in Michigan to bank with it. Online applications can be submitted at msgcu.org/ scholarships. The following scholarships are available: • The Educational Solutions Scholarship helps high school seniors with plans to attend college with 18 scholarships of $2,500 each. • The Rudolph Heino High School Scholarship is for high school seniors heading to college with a demonstrated commitment to helping others. Five scholarships of $2,500 are available. • The Larry Swantek Educational Studies Scholarship is for high school seniors and current college students planning to become teachers. There are four scholarships of $2,500. • The Milo Perreault Educator Advantage Scholarship helps certified educators and administrators continue their educations. They can apply for one of four scholarships of $2,500. • The William Cayen Skilled Trades Scholarship is available to two individuals pursuing certification in electrical, HVAC, automotive or other skilled trades programs. Each scholarship is for $2,500. • The Credit Union also funds the Stephen Thomas First Responder Scholarship, which supports first responders enrolled in police and/ or fire academies at local colleges with 14 scholarships of $2,000 each. Applications occur directly with Macomb Community College, Oakland Community College, Washtenaw Community College and Schoolcraft Community College. Students can apply for this scholarship throughout the year and more information is available through the program directors of each academy. Visit msgcu.org/scholarships for details and to learn more about the application process.

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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

Customer allegedly threatens staff over sold-out menu items

WEST BLOOMFIELD — At approximately 8:25 p.m. Jan. 14, a customer at a restaurant on Orchard Lake Road reportedly became verbally abusive when he was told that several menu items were sold out. The customer made verbal threats about physically assaulting an employee, according to a police report. The customer was gone by the time police arrived. The case was turned over to detectives.

Fraudster pretends to be police detective

WEST BLOOMFIELD — In a report dated Jan. 17, someone called a resident on Horseshoe Drive from a spoofed telephone number to make it look like it was from the West Bloomfield Police Department. The suspect reportedly stated that he was a West Bloomfield Police Department detective who worked for the Department of Treasury. The suspect demanded that the resident withdraw money from her bank account and send it in bitcoin. The resident suspected fraud and went to the West Bloomfield Police Department, where her suspicion was confirmed.

Intoxicated driver strikes bus twice

BIRMINGHAM — On Jan. 28 at approximately 9:11 p.m., a patrol officer observed a vehicle hit a bus from the rear twice along Woodward Avenue before proceeding onto Humphrey. The officer observed the vehicle’s driver, a 59-year-old man from Berkley, walking away from the damaged vehicle along Humphrey. The driver failed a field sobriety evaluation, and a preliminary breath test showed a blood alcohol content of twice the legal limit. The driver was arrested.

Money stolen from ‘off limits’ closet during estate sale

BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 4:12 p.m. on Jan. 27, an officer was dispatched to the 600 block of Ann Street on a report of a larceny. A woman said money was stolen from her purse while it was stored in an “off limits” closet during an estate sale she was hosting. Witnesses reported seeing two female suspects rummaging through something in the corner of the closet before hurrying down the stairs and out the door. There were no additional witnesses or suspects.

Theft spotted during neighborhood patrol

BIRMINGHAM — On Jan. 27 at approximately 4:23 a.m., an officer was conducting a neighborhood patrol due to recent larceny from auto activity. The officer saw a vehicle stopped, with its doors open, blocking a driveway in the 800 block of Oakland Avenue. Two individuals in ski masks entered the vehicle and sped away. A vehicle that was observed across the street also sped away following the first vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle was also wearing a ski mask. Both vehicles had their headlights and taillights off. Because of their high rates of speed, officers were unable to get close enough to the suspect vehicles to attempt a traffic stop. The patrol officer made contact with the victim in the 800 block of Oakland Avenue, who reported that his wallet was stolen from his vehicle and his credit cards were used at several locations before they were reported stolen. There were no additional suspects or witnesses.

Suspects arrested for retail fraud

BEVERLY HILLS — At approximately 8:51 a.m. on Jan. 23, a Birmingham officer was dispatched to Market Square on a report of suspects involved in a retail fraud that had occurred the day prior returning to the store. A witness reported seeing two suspects take several unpaid items from the store Jan. 22. The suspects were also allegedly involved in a retail fraud at a nearby store in Beverly Hills Jan. 23, prior to returning to Market Square. The suspects were identified and arrested for retail fraud by the Beverly Hills Police Department.

Shoplifting at sports store

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, an unknown man and woman shoplifted nearly $600 worth of goods from Dunham’s Sports in the 32100 block of John R Road at around 4 p.m. Jan. 29. Police were investigating.

Whipped cream taken

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported to police that at 6:06 p.m. Jan. 28, someone stole two cases of whipped cream canisters from a Mobil gas station located at 1624 E. 11 Mile Road.

Teens allegedly steal pickup truck

BERKLEY — A stolen vehicle was reported to police at 5:46 p.m. Jan. 29 in the 3900 block of Catalpa Drive. According to the report, the pickup truck of a

34-year-old Southfield woman was stolen. The woman told police that she had parked her Chevrolet Silverado outside her mother’s house to drop off groceries. While there, she noticed a black vehicle drive by, but she disregarded it. At some point, she saw her pickup truck leave with a black Chrysler. While speaking to police, she was able to track her vehicle to the area of a TGI Fridays in Southfield. Southfield police were notified of the stolen vehicle. At approximately 6:17 p.m., Berkley police were notified by Southfield police that they had the stolen Silverado and the Chrysler. Both vehicles had rammed Southfield police, but two juveniles, a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old, were in custody. Berkley police went to the location of the pickup truck, where they saw that it was wrecked. The vehicle was towed from the location.

Man allegedly tries to pass fake bill

BERKLEY — A 26-year-old Detroit man was arrested for possession of counterfeit money, passing counterfeit money and possession of dangerous drugs at 1:16 p.m. Jan. 26 at an A&W restaurant at 4100 W. 12 Mile Road. According to Berkley police, they received a report of a subject passing fake currency. When public safety officers arrived, they saw the suspect sitting in a black Chrysler 200. Police met with an employee of the restaurant, who stated that the suspect tried using a fake $100 bill. The suspect reportedly told police that he didn’t know the bill was fake. He was placed in handcuffs and in the back of a patrol vehicle while his car was searched. Police reportedly were able to locate two $50 bills, one $20 bill and two $1 bills that were all fake. Police said they also located three white pills, which tested positive for oxycodone, in the pocket of the man’s jacket.

Six A&T High School students taken into custody after physical altercation

SOUTHFIELD — School resource officers and security personnel responded to a large physical altercation that broke out in the cafeteria of Southfield High School for the Arts and Technology at 1:15 p.m. Feb. 1. Officers intervened to stop the large fight, and in the process of doing so, two students were tased, and a total of six students were detained and transported to the police station. The students were released into the custody of their parents or guardian. The fight resulted in one student sustaining a minor hand injury. While the investigation was ongoing, Superin-

tendent Jennifer Green addressed the situation in a press release. “We take these incidents very seriously. According to Board of Education policy, students involved in physical altercations will face disciplinary actions.”

Driver charged with driving drunk after crash

TROY — Troy officers responded to a two-vehicle crash at 6:46 p.m. Jan. 16 near the intersection of Crooks Road and West Big Beaver Road. While speaking with one of the involved drivers, a 65-year-old Royal Oak man, officers noted he had bloodshot eyes, was slurring his speech, and there was an odor of intoxicants coming from his vehicle. Police said that the driver admitted to having a few drinks at a friend’s house prior to driving. The driver was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, which he performed poorly. He submitted to a preliminary breath test with a result of 0.099% blood alcohol content. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Troy police station, where he agreed to submit to a chemical breath test, with results of 0.15% and 0.14%. The driver was charged with one count of operating while intoxicated – third offense.

Car window broken at dealership

NOVI — Police were sent to Marty Feldman Chevrolet, 42355 Grand River Ave. in Novi, at the intersection of Town Center Drive and Crescent Boulevard, on Jan. 24 after an employee found that the driver’s side window had been broken out of one of the dealership’s cars. According to the report, all of the vehicles in the satellite parking area were checked and found to be in proper condition at approximately 10 a.m. Jan. 23. However, when the employee came to the satellite parking lot at approximately 9:30 a.m. Jan. 24, he found a white 2023 Chevrolet Malibu with the driver’s side window broken out. Officers provided the dealership representative with a report number.

Man arrested at hospital for domestic violence

NOVI — A man brought his girlfriend to Ascension Providence Hospital’s Novi Campus at 12:25 a.m. Jan. 27, after he allegedly physically assaulted her during an argument in their Novi home. Medical staff contacted police regarding the domestic assault and informed police that the alleged assailant was waiting in the lobby. Police arrived and arrested the boyfriend, who has since been arraigned on a charge of assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder. He reportedly was given a $10,000 cash or surety bond and is out on bail.