JUMP-START YOUR GARDEN BY STARTING SEEDS INDOORS / 10A
Lathrup Village receives grant to fix Rainbow Circle
BY KATHRYN PENTIUK kpentiuk@candgnews.com
LATHRUP VILLAGE — On March 19, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced
that Lathrup Village was among the 16 cities and villages across the state with populations of less than 10,000 that received funding to improve roads.
Lathrup Village received a $250,000 grant for the resurfacing of Rainbow Circle. The funding will be used for road resurfacing, culvert replacement, pavement crack sealing and additional preservative measures. According to Whitmer, fixing roads is “critical in local communities across our state so we can save drivers money and time and keep Michiganders safe on the roads.”
Woman faces prostitution charges after offering sex services out of local massage parlor
BY KATHRYN PENTIUK kpentiuk@candgnews.com
SOUTHFIELD — On March 24, the Southfield Police Department was joined by members of the FBI at a press conference addressing a human trafficking investigation that occurred in February out of a local massage parlor.
On Feb. 19, the FBI and the Southeast Michigan Trafficking and Exploitation Crimes Task Force, which consists of law enforcement officers from the FBI, the Southfield Police Department and the Detroit Police Department, executed a search warrant related to human trafficking and a prostitution complaint at Pressure Point Massage Therapy, located at 17670 W. 12 Mile Road in Southfield.
“SEMTEC received information that Pressure Point Massage owner Rhonda Hahn’s business was See CHARGES on page 11A
DANCING
THE NIGHT AWAY
“These grants will help 16 communi-
See GRANT on page 9A
FAR LEFT: Aaliyah, 3, and her dad, Aaron Whaley, show off their moves at the annual Daddy Daughter Dance, which took place March 22 at the Southfield Pavillion.
NEAR LEFT: Justin Tokart shares a dance with his 3-year-old daughter, Alora, at the dance, hosted by Southfield Parks and Recreation.
Photos by Liz Carnegie
Johnny Menifee retires after 30 years of service with Southfield Fire Department
BY KATHRYN PENTIUK kpentiuk@candgnews.com
SOUTHFIELD — Johnny Menifee recently announced his retirement as the chief of the Southfield Fire Department.
After 31 years “and some change,” Menifee officially retired for the second and final time on March 6.
“When I reflect back, everything that I ever wanted to do was
about service,” Menifee said. “I was lucky enough to find a career that filled that tank for me, of serving others. It just makes you feel good to help others.”
After a brief retirement a little over a year ago, Menifee returned to his role as chief.
He said that now was the time to make his retirement final.
“I always felt if I don’t set a date, there won’t be a date,” Me-
Grovesrenovatedopens sensory room
BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com
BIRMINGHAM — Students at Wylie E. Groves High School now have access to the newly-renovated sensory room, known as the “Recharging Room.”
The development of this renovated sensory room has been a two-year process. Prior to this renovation, specialized instruction department chair Sharon Rivera said a sensory room at the school was in its “ fledgling stage.”
It previously included an initial offering of high-quality items that were available to students. However, the room was shared, not
Photo provided by the City of Southfield
At a retirement party for Southfield Fire Department Chief Johnny Menifee, Southfield Police Department Chief Elvin Barren presented him with a Chief’s Award, recognizing him for his dedication to selflessly serving the community.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
The lighting in the newly-renovated sensory room at Wylie E. Groves High School was an intentional decision to make the space more calming.
See SENSORY on page 5A
NEWS & NOTES
SOUTHFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT
HOLDS ANNUAL ‘EASTER BASKET GIVEAWAY’
SOUTHFIELD — The Southfield Police Department will give away over 200 Easter baskets for the annual Easter Basket Giveaway. The Giveaway will be from 9-11 a.m. April 5 in the municipal campus parking lot outside of the Southfield Parks and Recreation building, 26000 Evergreen Road.
The Easter baskets with candy and toys for children will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, contact the Southfield Police Department at (248) 796-5500.
CHURCH HOSTS ‘DESIGNER FLEA MARKET’
SOUTHFIELD — Empowerment Church kicked off its first-ever Designer Flea Market Fundraiser on March 21-23. More shopping opportunities are set to take place from noon-5 p.m. April 4-6 and April 13 at the church, located at 24350 Southfield Road.
Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing and accessories are set to be available for purchase at a bargain price. The accessories will include shoes, purses, fur, leather coats, jewelry, and other accessories. There will also be plus-size clothing for women, as well as big and tall sizes for men available.
The funds raised will go towards building repairs and for maintenance.
“We’re just trying to do some things to just keep our place of worship in good shape and make it look nice and then be able to reach out to the community,” Brenda Jones, the event organizer stated.
Cash and personal checks will be accepted.
LATHRUP VILLAGE, SOUTHFIELD PARTNER TO PRESENT ‘TEEN MENTAL WELLNESS COMMUNITY FORUM’
LATHRUP VILLAGE/SOUTHFIELD — The city of Southfield, in partnership with the Optimist Club of Southfield-Lathrup Village, Metro Detroit Youth Clubs, the city of Lathrup Village, Southfield Public Schools, and Lawrence Technological University, will host a Teen Mental Wellness Community Forum at 2 p.m. May 4 at the Southfield Public Library, 26300 Evergreen Road.
The forum is set to address the topic of, “Stomping Out Mental Health Stigmas with Resilience and Diversity of Mind” and will feature a panel of community figures, such as Southfield Police Department Lt. Teresa Young and Brandon Walker, an officer with the Police Department.
The forum will also include licensed clinical professionals to discuss diagnosis and accredited trainers. The forum will also feature dance performances and artistic expressions, coordinated by Raegan Simmons.
As part of the forum, the Optimist Club of Southfield-Lathrup Village is sponsoring a 500-600 word essay contest for sixth-12th grade students who live, attend school, or are in a youth mentoring program in Southfield or Lathrup Village.
All entries must be emailed to slvoptimist@gmail.com by April 21 and include an application, an essay cover page and an essay.
The first, second and third place winners will receive cash awards, recognitions and potential scholarships. For more information, visit www.southfield-lathrupvillageoptimists.org/.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
sensory room at Wylie
High School has an active side to it for students to let out anger and frustration.
Sensory
from page 3A
painted and inconvenient for students.
The new space is located in an old computer lab. This large space has entrances on both sides and is centrally located behind the media center.
“It is close enough to be convenient, but far enough away that it’s also still discrete and private,” Rivera said.
The room has two sides to it which are designed for the unique sensory needs of each student.
Lindsey Ohmer, one of the school’s social workers, said, “Having two different sides was important when we were creating our vision for the sensory room and our needs for the students here at our school.”
“We have some students that are externalizing in their behaviors; we have students that are internalizing in their behaviors; and they all have different needs. So I think we
were trying to cater to all of our students and their individual needs,” said Celica LaSanta, who is a psychologist at the school.
On one side, it focuses on gross motor skills and offers a space for students to work out frustration. The other side of the room is intended to be a calm and peaceful space for students. There is a sheer curtain that can separate these spaces.
“We could have multiple students in there doing multiple things in a way that still really honors their dignity and their separateness,” Rivera said.
One of the unique sensory elements about the room is the lighting. The room originally had fluorescent lights, but they covered that lighting to make it a more calming atmosphere.
“I think we were trying to create a space that was relaxing to help students learn how to regulate their emotions and calm down when they’re not feeling at their best or they’re overstimulated,” LaSanta said.
See SENSORY on page 8A
The
E. Groves
Retire
from page 3A
nifee said. “There’s other things in my life I want to do and want to get accomplished. I thought this was the right time to make that transition.”
He looks forward to traveling more, spending time with his family, enjoying sunsets and working on classic cars.
After starting as a fire cadet in 1993, Menifee rose through the ranks, working his way up to the position of chief in 2016.
Menifee worked in various roles during his career, including as a firefighter, a paramedic, and as a lieutenant. Through his years of dedication of service to the Southfield and Lathrup Village communities, he has maintained the “SEA” method, which means to “Serve, Elevate and Educate.”
Menifee holds a bachelor’s degree in public safety studies from Sienna Heights University and a master’s degree in information technology, with a focus on homeland security and emergency management, from Eastern Michigan University.
He completed staff and command executive officer training with honors and has served as a guest instructor at the university level.
In 2020, Menifee was sworn in as the first African American fire chief to serve as the president of the Southeastern Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs by state justice Kyra Harris Bolden. He was also the first chief from the Southfield Fire Department to serve as its president.
Although he is now a retired fire chief, Menifee will still serve as president until his term is up next year and plans to remain active in the firefighting community.
The Southeastern Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs works to promote improvements in fire prevention and life safety, fire suppression, emergency medical services and emergency-related services.
Editor: Mark Vest | (586) 498-1052 | mvest@candgnews.com
Reporter: Kathryn Pentiuk| (586) 498-1070 | kpentiuk@candgnews.com
Sports: Scott Bentley | (586) 498-1090 | sports@candgnews.com
Artroom: (586) 498-1036 | ads@candgnews.com
Frances Rubello, age 93, passed away on March 13, 2025. She was born on February 3, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan to her late parents Joseph and Fulemena Leone. Frances was preceded in death by her husband Joseph S. Rubello. She is survived by her loving children: Geraldine (Ted) Gillespie, Florence (John) Misuraca, David (Greta) Rubello; loving grandchildren: Nicholas (Rosie) Rubello, Adriano (Pamela) Rubello, Sasha Rubello; and siblings: Vincent “Jimmy” (Terry) Leone, Joseph JoAnn) Leone, the late Russell (Frances) Leone, and the late Benedict (Deanna) Leone.
“This moment is bittersweet because while we honor his legacy, we also bid farewell to a man who’s been the heartbeat of the Southfield Fire Department for over three decades,” said Melissa Medici, who is Southfield’s city health services manager, at Menifee’s retirement party March 6 in the meeting room at the Southfield Public Library.
Medici listed off some of Menifee’s many accomplishments for the Southfield Fire Department, including the acquisition of new engines, state-of-the-art equipment, facility updates and training programs.
Southfield Police Department Chief Elvin Barren was also in attendance at Menifee’s retirement party.
“You can tell by the photos we spend a lot of time together,” said Barren, who commended Menifee for his great leadership and presented him with a Chief’s Award. “We’re (going to) make sure this man is respected for the work that he’s put in over 30 years of service.”
See RETIRE on page 15A
counties: Photo provided by the City of Southfield Southfield Fire Department Chief Johnny Menifee recently retired after over 30 years of service.
Oakland and
Millar | (586) 498-1054 | lmillar@candgnews.com
Estate Advertising: Paula Kaspor | (586) 498-1055 | pkaspor@candgnews.com
CALENDAR
APRIL 3
‘Your Voice, Your City, Your Future’: Public engagement session about Sustainable Southfield initiative, noon-1:30 p.m., virtual on Zoom, more presentations and discussions from 6-7:45 p.m. April 10 at Southfield Public Library and 1-3 p.m. May 10 at Southfield Parks & Recreation, both at 26300 Evergreen Road, RSVP at bit.ly/SUSTAIN_Southfield
‘Rain Gardens 101’: Free workshop presented by Friends of the Rouge, 6-7 p.m., Southfield Public Library, 26300 Evergreen Road, registration required, facebook.com/southfieldcityhall, rnewton@therouge. org
Decorate pysanki: Learn tradition of using beeswax to write on and then dye Ukrainian Easter eggs, noon-4 p.m., Oak Park Community Center, 14300 Oak Park Blvd., (248) 691-7555, facebook.com/cityofoakpark
APRIL 12
Vision Board Party: Make collage for inspiration and motivation, noon-3 p.m., Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road, makeitlast2025@gmail.com
APRIL 12-13
Oakland Spring Home Improvement Show: Meet hundreds of professionals specializing in kitchen and bath designs, room additions, roofing options, swim-
ming pools, spas, siding, decks, landscaping, pavers, patio furniture, floor coverings, windows and doors, and more, free admission and parking, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 12 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 13, Oakland Expo Center, 2212 Mall Drive East in Waterford, www. yourhomeshows.com
APRIL 13
Guns & Hoses charity hockey game: Watch Southfield Police Department vs. Southfield Fire Department, includes food, all proceeds benefit Friends of the Southfield Police, 1 p.m., Southfield Sports Arena, 26000 Evergreen Road, facebook.com/southfieldpd
APRIL 16
Community health fair: Free screenings, resources and information, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., World Medical Relief, 21725 Melrose Ave. in Southfield, also held May 21, June 18, July 16, Aug. 20, Sept. 17 and Oct. 15, (313) 866-5333, info@worldmedicalrelief.org
APRIL 19
Easter Eggstravaganza: Egg hunt, bounce house, obstacle course, prizes and more, 1-3 p.m., Highland Park Baptist Church, 28600 Lahser Road in Southfield, hpbc.cc/easter
APRIL 19
Vision Board Party: Make collage for inspiration and motivation, noon-3 p.m., Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen Road, makeitlast2025@gmail.com
See CALENDAR on page 16A
Sensory
from page 5A
On the active side, Ohmer said she has seen the punching bag has been a popular feature used by students to help get out frustration.
Rivera said the goal is for students to be there for no more than 15 minutes and reflect on their time by asking questions about their experience.
“We’re keeping data on that room to see if there are things that we need to do better or more for the students, but also to help them have a tool where they can reflect on what helps them so they can be successful,” Rivera said. “That way, they will know for their own life outside of school, what are the things that help me to be regulated.”
Students have access to the room at all times during the school day, but they do need to have an adult with them since the room has exercise equipment in it.
This renovation was funded by a $1,500 grant from the Birmingham Education Foundation (BEF). An-kind donations also supported the project.
Call Staff Writer Mary Genson at (586) 498-1095.
SUMMARY OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD HELD ON MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M., LOCAL TIME, 26000 EVERGREEN ROAD, SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN.
PRESENT: Councilmembers: Nancy Banks, Daniel Brightwell, Lloyd Crews, Yolanda C. Haynes, Charles Hicks, Coretta Houge, and Michael Ari Mandelbaum. EXCUSED: None. ALSO PRESENT: Mayor Kenson Siver, Administrator Fred Zorn, Clerk Janet Jackson, Planner Terry Croad, and Attorney Dawn King.
Approve Reappointment of Yvonne Milinsky to the Public Arts Commission
Approve Contract Renewal with Governmentjobs.com (dba Neogov) – Government Human Resources Information Software and Management System for the Human Resources Department
Approve Scheduling of Public Hearing for Single Lot Special Assessment Roll
Approve Liquor License Request – Request to Transfer Ownership of the Class C and SDM Liquor License with Sunday Sales (PM) Permit, Dance-Entertainment Permit, and Outdoor Service Arca Permit from ‘{BE Food Group, LLC (Business Id. No. 244173, in Escrow at 29555 Northwestern Hwy. Suite 304, Southfeld, Oakland County) to Tri-State Hospitality LLC, to be Located at 29555 Northwestern Hwy. Suite 304, Southfeld, Oakland County, Michigan; and Request for New Sunday Sales (ANT) Permit
Approve Library Mechanical Upgrades Proposal with Review of Facility Space and Programming Needs
Approve Brownfeld Redevelopment Plan & Tax Increment Financing Plan for Middlepointe Investment Group, 26011 and 26111 Evergreen Road and 20100 Civic Center Drive, Southfeld MI
Approve PSLU24-0023, the Special Use Request by David Oh, to renovate the building and site for use as a bar/dog park at 15640 W 11 Mile Road, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcels 24-13-479-025)
Approve PZRODD25-0001, the request to rezone the parcel at 16400 JL Hudson Drive, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-36177-001) to ODD Overlay Development District, approve the site plan for the proposal, and create a Master Development Plan and Agreement to permit the renovation and reuse of the vacant hotel for mixed use including apartments and support services for The New Foster Care along with commercial and offce uses
Introduce Ordinance No. 1809
Approve Final Recommendation of Denial of Renewal/Revocation of Liquor Licenses
Approve Wages and Benefts for Bargaining Union, Management, and ACS Employees
The meeting adjourned at 11:28p.m.
Approved minutes are available on the City’s website at www.cityofsouthfeld.com.
Janet Jackson City Clerk
PUBLISHED LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS & SITE PLAN REVIEWS
PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF SOUTHFIELD
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 6:30 P.M., Local Time, in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfeld, Michigan, at which time and place the Southfeld Planning Commission will consider the following requests pursuant to Title V, Zoning and Planning, Chapter 45, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Southfeld, to wit:
PSLU25-0001 (SPECIAL USE) is a request of Athir Gappy, 27050 Lahser LLC, to demolish an existing gasoline service station and construct a new gasoline service station/convenience store with alcohol sales and a carryout restaurant at 27050 Lahser Road, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-15-353-004).
PSP25-0002 (SITE PLAN REVIEW) is a request of Athir Gappy, 27050 Lahser LLC, to demolish an existing gasoline service station and construct a new gasoline service station/convenience store with alcohol sales and a carryout restaurant at 27050 Lahser Road, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-15-353-004).
PSLU25-0003 (SPECIAL USE) is a request of Mobile Southfeld LLC to add a carry-out restaurant to an existing gas station/ convenience store at 25826 Southfeld Road, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-24-301-001).
PTZA25-0001 (ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT) – is a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to amend Title V, Zoning and Planning, Chapter 45, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Southfeld by amending Article 9 – Section 5.103; to update the uses permitted in the OS Offce Service zoning district to include limited retail and restaurant uses in certain areas.
Written comments may be mailed to the Planning Department, 26000 Evergreen Road, P.O. Box 2055, Southfeld, MI 480372055, prior to the meeting.
Questions regarding this matter should be directed to the Planning Department at (248) 796-4150 or tpaison@cityofsouthfeld.com
JANET JACKSON – CITY CLERK
Individuals with special needs who plan to attend this meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Offce at 248-796-5150 (voice) or 248-354-4831 (TDD). If auxiliary aids or services are needed, reasonable advance notice is required.
Published: Southfeld Sun 04/03/2025
SUMMARY OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD HELD ON MONDAY, MARCH 17, 2025 AT 6:00 P.M., LOCAL TIME, 26000 EVERGREEN ROAD, SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN.
PRESENT: Councilmembers: Nancy Banks, Daniel Brightwell, Lloyd Crews, Yolanda C. Haynes, Charles Hicks, Coretta Houge, and Michael Ari Mandelbaum. EXCUSED: None. ALSO PRESENT: Mayor Kenson Siver, Administrator Fred Zorn, Clerk Janet Jackson, and Attorney Dawn King.
Approve Joint Resolution for Women’s History Month
Approve Joint Resolution for World Water Day
Approve Microsoft Volume Licensing Agreement Renewal
Approve Proposed Amendment to Resolution 2022.222 - Revised Procedure for the Sale of Vacant Parcels
Approve Cost Participation Agreement for Greenfeld Road Resurfacing from 12 Mile Road to 13 Mile Road (Job No. 2608RCOC) (RCOC Board Project 57571)
Approve Public Hearing Date of March 24, 2025 for Transformational Brownfeld Plan Middlepoint Investment Group, 26011 and 26111 Evergreen Road and 20100 Civic Center Drive
Approve CoStar Database Contract Renewal
Approve Purchase of Two Vehicles for P&R / Park Services
Approve Extension of Irrigation System Maintenance Contract with Michigan Automatic Sprinkler
Approve Reimbursement Agreement with the Road Commission for Oakland County for 2025 Street Sweeping Services (2025 Summer Maintenance Agreement)
Approve Purchase of Light Towers for Water & Sewer
Approve Purchase of Autonomous Floor Scrubber
Approve Facilities Maintenance Budget Amendment
Approve Purchase of Carpet Cleaner
Enact Ordinance No. 1807, Introduction of MSHDA Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Hope Apartments
Enact Ordinance No. 2808, PTZA24-004 Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to amend Title V, Zoning and Planning, Chapter 45, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Southfeld by amending Article 5 – Section 5.62-B; to delete provisions related to keeping of animals and add reference to the Chapter 113 Animals – Section 9.76; related to the keeping of animals other than pets (that Chapter to be amended separately)
Approve Travel Expense Report: Coretta Houge, MML Committee Meeting, Lansing, MI, January 20-21, 2025
The meeting adjourned at 7:50p.m.
Approved minutes are available on the City’s website at www.cityofsouthfeld.com.
Janet Jackson City Clerk
Published: Southfeld Sun 04/03/2025
Published: Southfeld Sun 04/03/2025
0433-2514
Grant
ties, including Lathrup Village, fix their local roads faster, lowering costs for Michiganders, boosting our economy, and creating goodpaying construction jobs,” Whitmer stated via a press release. “We’ve made incredible progress rebuilding 23,000 lane miles of road and 1,600 bridges across Michigan, but there’s more to do. Let’s get it done.”
The grants are through the Community Service Infrastructure Fund (CSIF), which is commonly referred to as the Transportation Economic Development Fund (TEDF) Category B. Amounts range from $50,700 to $250,000, depending on the extent of the project.
TEDF was established in 1987 and reauthorized in 1993. It helps finance vital highway and road projects across Michigan.
Since 2018, CSIF grants have been administered by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) to support road improvements in cities and villages with populations of 10,000 or less.
Lathrup Village City Administrator Mike Greene expressed the city’s gratitude for the grant.
“When the city did its big road repav-
ing program a few years ago, essentially every single road in the city got a grade based on the Pavement Surface Evaluation and Rating (PASER) scale. This was one of those roads that got left off of that bond and repaving those few years ago,” Greene explained, referring to a millage that was passed in 2020 for road repair.
The millage funded a three-year project to improve 7.1 miles of local roadway, which began in the spring of 2021 and was completed in the fall of 2023. According to Greene, although Rainbow Circle was evaluated, it was not included among the rehab work that was done through the millage.
Greene said that Rainbow Circle was in, “By far, one of our worst conditions.”
“So when we’re looking to apply for this grant, we’re trying to get the biggest bang for our buck,” he said. “The $250,000 is the maximum for this program, and for us, this road is going to cost probably about $590,000, so it’s not a project that the city could have just done on its own without a grant like this.”
He added that with the grant money, the city would only have to pay around $340,000 to repair the road, with the repaving slated to start in the summer of 2026.
According to Greene, since MDOT’s grant program takes place on a yearly basis, every year the city will likely apply for more
funding to fix other local roads through the program. With winter having passed, an assessment is expected to take place to determine what roads need to be repaired.
For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/mdot.
Call Staff Writer Kathryn Pentiuk at (586) 498-1070.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
Lathrup Village received a $250,000 grant for the resurfacing of Rainbow Circle, thanks to the Community Service Infrastructure Fund.
SPOTLIGHT ON HOMES
JUMP-START YOUR GARDEN BY STARTING SEEDS INDOORS
STARTING SEEDS FOR SUMMER PLANTS IS AN EASY HOBBY TO START AT HOME
BY MIKE KOURY mkoury@candgnews.com
The weather in Michigan remains brisk, but the spring tides soon will bring about sunnier days in the Mitten State.
As the sunnier weather hits, people will be able to begin more outdoor activities, including growing and maintaining vegetables and flowers. But to get started now inside their own home, gardeners often get involved in seed starting.
When it comes to getting ready with seed starting, Rachel Zorn, a sales associate with Piechnik’s Greenhouse & Garden Gate, said the prospective planter needs to think about their own likes and interests with growing and whether they lean more into vegetables or flowers.
See SEEDS on page 12A
ABOVE: A basic list of starting supplies includes the seeds themselves, seed starting mix, cell packs or small containers and pots, and a light, as you need more than sunlight from a window, according to Lindsey Kerr, a consumer horticulture educator with Michigan State University Extension’s Wayne County Office. RIGHT: Kerr advised that people should buy labels, too, to help distinguish the different seeds.
Bowers Realty & Investments: Celebrating 60 Years of Serving South eld’s Real Estate Needs
Darralyn Bowers, president and co-founder of Bowers Realty & Investments, has witnessed signi cant changes in real estate over the last six decades.
Uncertainty in the housing market due to the economy and the subsequent recession are two speci c changes that a ect South eld residents. Current plans to explore new housing opportunities have been particularly di cult for locals who need proper real estate consultation from the Bowers team.
Bowers Realty will be holding a special Saturday “Home Buyer Grants” Brunch Conversation this Saturday, April 5 in South eld. “ e purpose of the conversation is to bring more light to a ordable housing and grants available –including incentives on the part of the lending community Nationwide that are available to the Community.”, Bowers said. “ is Saturday’s event brings exposure to experts in the eld to prospective home buyers and seekers so they can take advantage of opportunities that they might not be aware of... shortcuts to nancing, home repair loans, low insurance rates, free down payments, re nancing and every advantage you need to buy your home.”, Bowers continued.
Sonny Morton (Agent/Instructor) and Darralyn Bowers (Owner/Broker)
families facing substandard housing has happened as the wealth gap has signi cantly increased since the pandemic. Lenders and government programs are o ering incentives via loans and outright grants, but they remain the best kept secret. Many of these programs are not limited to low-income recipients. Many qualify for bene ts. A classic example is a $5,000.00 grant for rst time home buyers, which can be used to buy down interest rates for a more a ordable payment. Bowers Realty seeks to help you close this information gap. Ms. Bowers and her team will be discussing home grants through Oakland/Wayne/Macomb counties. Other topics include down payment assistance, closing cost grants, interest rate buy downs and stackable grants. All prospective buyer’s credit types are welcome and most sales close with less than $3000 from the buyer.
Call to schedule your spot for this Saturday, April 5 (11 am-1 pm) at the Monthly Saturday Brunch “Home Buyer Grants” discussion.
Bowers Realty & Investments is located at 17277 W. 10 Mile Road in South eld. To schedule a consultation or reserve your spot call (248) 5571200 or scan the QR Code.
e absence of a ordable housing options for
Visit: bowers-realty.com for more information.
Photos by Brian Louwers
Charges
performing sexual acts on clients, in exchange for money,” Southfield Police Department Chief Elvin Barren said. “It was further discovered that Hahn has been in the massage business industry for over 25 years. Hahn was licensed by the state of Michigan. However, she did not have a valid license to conduct her operation in Southfield, as their license had expired.”
Upon further investigation, Hahn, 61, told Southfield Police Department detectives and FBI agents that her business had been performing sexual acts on clients for profit for approximately 10 years.
“That is a significant amount of time to be performing sex acts,” Barren said.
He revealed that the business has since closed and is no longer operating.
According to Barren, law enforcement caught Hahn red-handed as she was in the middle of giving a male client from Bloomfield Hills a massage when the search warrant was executed.
He said that the male client informed the officers that he was nude while she was performing the massage and began touching his genitals but stopped the moment law enforcement officers executed their search warrant.
The client cooperated and alleged that he knew nothing of the illicit business operating out of the massage parlor.
“Now, if you ask me, ‘Chief, do you necessarily believe that?’ I don’t,” Barren said. “There’s no evidence that will
suggest or lend us to be able to move for any type of prosecution, but I’ve been around a little bit longer than maybe he thinks that I have been around, and there’s no way I believe that she just started just doing these things, and he just, ‘Oh, I don’t know what’s going on.’”
Police also spoke with a female receptionist who denied being aware of the sexual services taking place at the location.
The FBI seized just under $1,000 and a cellphone, which was found in the possession of the receptionist. According to Barren, the investigation revealed that the receptionist has a social media account that advertises sex acts.
At press time, no charges had been filed against her or any clients.
Barren shared some advice for individuals who think that “Southfield is a good place to set these operations off.”
“We’re paying attention to what goes on in our city, and in fact, we made significant arrests in this industry,” he said. “These people that we’ve arrested are still housed today when we talk about the ones that were conducting human trafficking at our local hotels, and so we’re going to continue to investigate. This may lead to other establishments.”
According to Chris Hess, who is an assistant special agent in charge for the FBI, this issue is not unique to the metro Detroit area.
“This is a problem that affects communities all over the state of Michigan, all over the country,” Hess said.
At the press conference, Barren said that, “It’s important to note that not all massage parlors are contributing to this type of business.”
“But unfortunately, it is a reality that many are,” he
said. “When you look at the data, it’s estimated that 11,000 illicit massage businesses exist across the United States, and it’s a $2.5 billion to $4.3 billion operation.”
Hahn faces charges from the state for prostitution/accepting earnings, human trafficking enterprise causing injury and/or resulting in commercial sexual activity and keeping a house of prostitution.
See CHARGES on page 15A
Photo provided by the Southfield Police Department
Southfield Police Department officers and members of the FBI conducted a search warrant in February at Pressure Point Massage Therapy, located at 17670 W. 12 Mile Road. Sexual acts were reportedly being formed at the business, which has since closed.
Seeds
from page 10A
Once they do that, Zorn said, they can go out and select the seeds they’ll be using.
“There are a lot of different seeds on the market,” she said. “Some of them are treated seeds. Some of them are non-GMO. There’s pretty much anything that you could want out there that would fit with what you are looking to do and what your comfort level would be. Once you have the seeds themselves, then you’re going to need a tray for starting the seeds in, usually something that’s got fairly small compartments to start with.”
Zorn said a lot of new gardeners are interested in growing their own vegetables, which leads to their interest in starting seeds.
“They’re looking at that as a way of connecting with nature, a way of supplementing their own produce at home,” she said. “Vegetables can be a very easy first thing to get started with. They generally germinate fairly quickly and with a good percentage of success.”
The packaging the seeds come in will come with instructions on how quickly they germinate and can give an indication of the farmer’s timing for planting seeds, according to Zorn.
This helps let the farmer know when the last frost in their area would be, as plants are very susceptible to weather.
“Anything that started in the house — you do want to have that bright sunny window — but you also want to have a plan in mind for transitioning them outdoors so that they can start to harden off before they’re truly planted outside,” she said.
A basic list of starting supplies includes seeds, seed-starting mix, cell packs or small containers and pots, and a light, as you need more than sunlight from a window, according to Lindsey Kerr, a consumer horticulture educator with Michigan State University Extension’s Wayne County Office. The light can be a LED light. A heat mat also can improve germination rates, but it isn’t necessary.
Kerr believes the variety of what people can do in seed starting leads them to start their involvement.
She said that concerns involving pesticides in plants and vegetables lead people to start seeds as well.
“When they grow them themselves, they know there are no pesticides applied,” she said. “It’s just fun. A lot of people say it’s therapeutic or it gives them something to look forward to. You plant those seeds, and you end up staring at the soil every day, waiting for them to come up. So there’s that excitement and anticipation. And then sometimes there’s cost savings, too. You buy a bag of seeds or a package of seeds, and that can cost less than one single plant. So cost is definitely something people think about.
“When you grow things at home, they have so much more flavor. And so that’s really exciting for people,” Kerr added. “They realize they’ve never had such good tomatoes before and cucumbers. So it can be satisfying or exciting and kind of open up this whole new world of food to people.”
Kerr is active in seed-starting herself, having both a home garden and an office garden where she grows vegetables, which she both keeps and donates to the Women, Infant and Children federal assistance program. She also teaches seed-starting workshops around Wayne County.
Kerr said there is an initial investment in seed starting, but overall, it’s not a hard hobby to get into. She advised that people should buy labels, too, to help distinguish the different seeds.
“The main thing is that you have to be paying attention,” she said. “If you go on vacation, that’s not going to work. Your seeds are going to die from lack of water. But if you’re there, you’re present, then I think it’s pretty easy and it can be a lot of fun.
“You can start seeds, like snap peas, and you can plant them outside in your garden right now and they’ll come up and they’ll kind of do their thing, and that’s very hands off and that’s very easy,” she continued. “But when you start tomatoes inside, that’s a little bit more involved.”
Kerr said there is something satisfying about starting a seed and bringing a plant all the way to harvest, whether it’s a vegetable or a flower.
“It’s pretty incredible to take this little, tiny thing — it’s like a speck — and … it grows and … maybe it becomes a pumpkin, or it becomes a zinnia. It’s just incredible to watch that whole experience and think ‘I did that.’”
Zorn said people often are looking for a connection with nature, which leads to seed starting.
“That gratification of being able to start something from a tiny little seed and get it all the way to a plant that could be producing beautiful flowers or actually producing food items,” she said.
Call Staff Writer Mike Koury at (586) 498-1077.
CRIME WATCH
Police recover stolen vehicles after chase
SOUTHFIELD — At 4:24 a.m. March 13, officers responded to a breaking and entering in progress in the 30000 block of Southfield Road. The suspect took a set of keys and stole a 2011 Jeep Cherokee from a lot. After a brief chase, officers were unable to locate the stolen Jeep. Officers located a stolen Kia in the lot, and it was recovered. The Jeep was recovered March 14 in Detroit.
Driver arrested after police locate drugs and a handgun
SOUTHFIELD — Officers stopped
a vehicle for traffic offenses at 8:11 p.m. March 15 at West Eight Mile and Southfield roads. During the stop, police located a Taurus G3c compact 9mm pistol, marijuana and unprescribed pills. The driver was arrested.
Handgun stolen from unlocked vehicle
SOUTHFIELD — A Glock 43X pistol was stolen from an unlocked vehicle that was parked in a resident’s driveway between 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. March 12 in the 20000 block of La Crosse Avenue.
Juveniles arrested after breaking into vehicles
SOUTHFIELD — At 7:46 p.m. March 21 in the 26000 block of West Twelve
NOTICE OF BIDS
The City of Southfeld will receive proposals for the following item(s) until the time and date indicated: #25-015, Vehicle Upft Supplies, April 8, 2025, at 12:00 PM Local Time. Specifcations are available on www.mitn.info. NIGP codes are 055-16 17; 36; 40; 54; 57; 67; 74. Questions contact the Purchasing Department at 248-796-5250.
Published: Southfeld Sun 04/03/2025
Janet Jackson, City Clerk
NOTICE OF BIDS
0163-2514
The City of Southfeld will receive proposals for the following item(s) until the time and date indicated: #25-022, Window Cleaning Services, April 7, 2025, at 12:00 PM Local Time. Specifcations are available on www.mitn.info. NIGP codes are 910-81. Questions contact the Purchasing Department at 248-796-5250.
Janet Jackson, City Clerk
Published: Southfeld Sun 04/03/2025
CITY OF SOUTHFIELD SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1807 NOTICE
The City of Southfeld has amended Title XI, Taxes, Chapter 140 Tax Exemptions of the City Code by adding a new Sections 11.41 through 11.41.8.Establishment of a Payment In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT) Ordinance for “Hope Apartments, “ . The ordinance which will provide for the exemption of “Hope Apartments, “ from ad valorem taxation during the period a federally aided or MSHDA-aided refnancing mortgage remains a lien against the property. The proposed amendment will further impose an annual service fee or PILOT payment in the amount of four (4) percent of the annual shelter rents obtained from Hope Apartments, in lieu of the imposition of ad valorem taxes. A true copy of Ordinance No. 1807, in its complete content, may be inspected and obtained at the Southfeld City Clerk’s Offce, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfeld, MI 48076.
A summary of Ordinance No. 1807 is as follows: SECTION 1.
Section 11.40
The purpose of this chapter (Sections 11.41 through 11.41.8.) is to provide for a complete exemption for ad valorem taxes and to provide for a service charge in lieu of taxes for a housing project for low-income persons and families to be fnanced with a Federally aided Mortgage, or an Authority-aided Mortgage Loan, or to be regulated pursuant to Section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code, pursuant to the provisions of the State Housing Development Authority Act of 1966 (1966 PA 346, as amended; MCL 125.1401, et seq., (the “Act”).
Section 11.41.1 Title
This Chapter (Sections 11.41 through 11.41.8) shall be known and cited as the “as the “City of Southfeld Tax and Service Charge Exemption Ordinance No..6”. Sec. 11.41.2 Preamble.
Acknowledgement that it is a proper public purpose of the State of Michigan and its political subdivisions to provide housing for its low-income persons and families and to encourage the development of such housing by providing for a service charge in lieu of property taxes in accordance with the Act. Authorizes the city of Southfeld through the Act to establish or change the service charge to be paid in lieu of taxes by any or all classes of housing exempt from taxation under the Act at any amount it chooses, not to exceed the taxes that would be
Mile Road residents had their car windows broken.
When officers responded to the scene, two juveniles were located and arrested for
larceny from a vehicle, resisting and obstructing and malicious destruction of property.
— Kathryn Pentiuk
ORDINANCE NO. 1808
The City of Southfeld has amended An Ordinance to amend Title V, Zoning and Planning, Chapter 45, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Southfeld by revising Article 5, Single Family Residence Districts, of Title V of the Southfeld City Code. THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD ORDAINS:
SECTION 1.
THE CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTHFIELD IS HEREBY AMENDED BY REVISING SUBSECTION 5.62-B, ARTICLE 5, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE DISTRICTS, OF CHAPTER 45, ZONING, OF TITLE V, ZONING AND PLANNING, WHICH SHALL BE DESIGNATED AS FOLLOWS:
5.62-B Required Conditions
(1) Keeping of Animals shall be permitted subject to the provisions of Title IX, Chapter 113 – Animals of the Code of Ordinances.
(2) Reserved.
(3) Reserved.
SECTION 2.
Every person, frm, or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fne of not more than fve hundred dollars ($500.00) and cost of prosecution or by imprisonment for not more than ninety (90) days, or both such fne and imprisonment. The City, in addition to other remedies, may institute any appropriate action or proceeding to prevent, abate, or restrain the violation. Each day’s continuance of a violation shall be deemed a separate and distinct offense. Any person violating the provisions of this Ordinance shall in addition become liable to the City for any expense or loss or damage occasioned by the City by reason of such violation.
SECTION 3.
Should any section, clause, or paragraph of this Ordinance be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same will not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or part thereof other than the part declared to be invalid.
SECTION 4.
All Ordinances in confict with the provisions of this Ordinance are, to the extent of such confict, hereby repealed.
SECTION 5.
This Ordinance shall become effective upon passage and publication.
PZTA24-0004
Introduced: 02/24/2025
Enacted: 03/17/2025
Published: 04/03/2025
0111-2514
KENSON
J. SIVER, Mayor JANET JACKSON, City Clerk
A COPY OF THIS ORDINANCE MAY BE PURCHASED OR INSPECTED AT THE SOUTHFIELD CITY CLERK’S OFFICE LOCATED AT 26000 EVERGREEN ROAD, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, FROM 8:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M.
Published: Southfeld Sun 04/03/2025
paid but for the Act. The City of Southfeld acknowledges that the Sponsor (as defned below) has offered, subject to receipt of either a Mortgage Loan from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, or a federally-aided mortgage and/or receipt of an allocation under the low-income housing tax credit program from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, to construct/acquire and rehabilitate, own and operate a housing project identifed as ““Hope Apartments, on certain property located at 16400 JL Hudson Drive . Sec. 11.41.3 Defnitions.
Provides defnitions for Authority, Annual Shelter Rent, Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program. Low Income Persons and Families, Mortgage Loan, Sponsor, and utilities.
Sec. 11.41.4 Class of Housing Projects
Determination of the class of housing projects to which the tax exemption shall apply and for which a service charge shall be paid in lieu of such taxes shall be housing projects for Low Income Persons and Families that are fnanced with a Mortgage Loan. It is further determined that ““Hope Apartments, “ is of this class.
Sec. 11.41.5 Annual Service Charge.
A. Establishment of Annual Service Charge.
The housing project identifed as “Hope Apartments, “ and the property on which it is located, 16400 JL Hudson Drive , Southfeld, Michigan. shall be exempt from all ad valorem property taxes from and after the commencement of construction or rehabilitation. The City of Southfeld acknowledges that the Sponsor and the Authority have established the economic feasibility of the housing project in reliance upon the enactment and continuing effect of this Ordinance, and the qualifcation of the housing project for exemption from all ad valorem property taxes and a payment in lieu of taxes as established in this Ordinance. The City of Southfeld agrees to accept payment of an annual service charge for public services in lieu of all ad valorem property taxes. Subject to receipt of a Mortgage Loan, the annual service shall be equal to Four (4) % of the Annual Shelter Rents actually collected by the housing project during each operating year.
B. Limitation on the Payment of Annual Service Charge
Notwithstanding Section 11.41.7, the service charge to be paid each year in lieu of taxes for the part of the housing project that is tax exempt, but which is occupied by other than low-income persons or families shall be equal to the full amount of the taxes which would be paid on that portion of the housing project if the housing project were not tax exempt.
Sec. 11.41.6 Contractual Effect of Ordinance.
0491-2514
Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 15(a)(5) of the Act to the contrary, a contract between the City of Southfeld and the Sponsor with the Authority as third party benefciary under the contract, to provide tax exemption and accept payments in lieu of taxes, as previously described, is effectuated by enactment of Sections 11.41 through 11.41.8 of this Ordinance.
Sec. 11.41.7 Payment of Service Charge.
The annual service charge in lieu of taxes as determined under Sections 11.41 through 11.41.8 of this Ordinance shall be payable in the same manner as general property taxes are payable to the City of Southfeld and distributed to the several units levying the general property tax in the same proportion as prevailed with the general property tax in the previous calendar year. The annual payment for each operating year shall be paid on or before July 1st of the following year. Collection procedures shall be in accordance with the provisions of the General Property Tax Act (1893 PA 206, as amended; MCL 211.1, et seq.).
Sec. 11.41.8 Duration.
The provisions of this Ordinance shall remain in effect and shall not terminate so long as a Mortgage Loan remains in effect and a mortgage encumbers the property.
SECTION 2.
Should any section, clause, or paragraph of this Ordinance be declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same will not affect the validity of the Ordinance as a whole or part thereof other than the part declared to be invalid.
SECTION 3.
Rights and duties which have matured; penalties which have been incurred; proceedings which have begun and prosecutions for violations of law occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance are not affected or abated by this ordinance.
SECTION 4.
This Ordinance shall become effective upon passage and publication.
This summary is provided, pursuant to Section 311 §(k) of the Home Rule Cities Act, 1909 PA279, as amended [MCL117.3(k)].
Published: Southfeld Sun 04/03/2025
HOMES
EXPERTS GIVE TIPS FOR FEEDING BIRDS AS WEATHER CHANGES
BY BRIAN WELLS bwells@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — The changing of the seasons doesn’t only bring warmer weather to metro Detroit — it also brings different wildlife, including birds to the area.
“You see different birds at different times of the year, and you can also observe their behavior patterns over this time,” said Ben Ihde, a co-owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Novi. “That can be a wonderful way to mark, let’s say the springtime, which for most folks is a sign of positivity.”
Besides birds bringing a sign of positive change, connecting with nature can also provide mental health benefits, Ihde said.
“There are many studies that show watching birds can lower stress and anxiety, lessen worry and bring about a general feeling of joy and well-being,” he said. “Better mental health directly connects to better physical health.”
Bob Gors, who owns Wild Birds Unlimited in Macomb Township, said his store saw an increase in people wanting to feed birds during the pandemic.
“We found that people who had started the bird feeding at some point in their life and for whatever reason stopped, when they couldn’t go anywhere, they said, ‘We can feed birds — we’ve done it. It’s fun. Let’s do it.’ And then people who had never fed the birds before had heard about it and said, ‘I want to try it,’” Gors said.
Gors also said people feed the birds to help them in times when there’s no natural food. But when the weather warms up and food becomes more available, Gors suggested people cut back on how much they’re feeding.
“We feed the birds to help them because any natural food that was left on the plants from late summer into fall has been pecked off all the shrubs and everything, so really, there is no natural food out there,” he said. “During that time of year, during nesting season, when they need that extra food, droughts, winter storms, heavy rains, when areas flood and all that food is covered under water, we provide about 20% to 25% of their diet by feeding them.” mark, folks
“During that time of year, during nesting season, when they need that extra food, droughts, winter storms, heavy rains, when areas flood and all that food is covered under water, we provide about 20% to 25% of their diet by feeding them.”
Gors said winter is one of the most important times to feed the birds because of the scarcity of natural food. He also added that many types of birds can puff their feathers to help heat themselves, but it requires a lot of energy and they need extra food to help give them the energy.
Elizabeth Schultz-Correll, coordinator at the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, said insects are the most important food source for birds during the springtime, since baby birds don’t eat seeds. She suggested people focus on pollinator plants to help supplement bird feeders. Shultz-Correll also said feeding the birds and keeping a variety of food out helps keep species out of decline.
See BIRDS on page 15A
— Bob Gors, Owner of Wild Birds Unlimited in Macomb Township
Retire
from page 6A
Southfield Mayor Ken Siver commended the friendship between the two chiefs.
“The relationship, I don’t think, has ever been better between the leadership of the Police Department and the FireDepartment, and that’s because of the two of you,” Silver said. “I mean, it takes a team, and as you know, this is about first responders. That’s really, really critical that there is that dialogue, that there is that interaction, so I credit you. You’ve been tremendous partners.”
Although Menifee described his retirement as an “emotional rollercoaster,” he said that his career has been a “tremendous ride.”
“I’m very honored and grateful and
Charges
from page 11A
thankful for the opportunity to serve the citizens for that long,” he said. “I consider it an honor and a privilege, not a right. … It’s been very fulfilling, personally, and professionally, for me.”
He added that he still plans to serve and mentor the community, but his role will be a little different now.
Antonio Macias III, the city’s deputy fire chief, will serve as Southfield’s acting chief until a permanent replacement is found.
For more information on the Southfield Fire Department, visit www.cityofsouthfield. com/departments/fire-department.
To learn more about the Southeastern Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs, visit https://michiefs.org/SMAFC.
Call Staff Writer Kathryn Pentiuk at (586) 498-1070.
Christopher R. Myers In Memory of
Christopher R. Myers, Age 73. March 16, 2025
Beloved husband of Elaine. Loving father of Dan (Lauren), Jim (Megan) and Michael (Shelbey). Proud grandfather of Alexandra, Vinny, Natalie, Lillian and Huxley. Dear brother of Sally (Joe) Myers-Brown, Susan and James. Loving son of the late Don and the late Tish. Christopher earned a bachelor's degree in Agronomy at Michigan State University. Chris is German and Welsh by heritage however, he is proudly Sicilian by marriage. Visitation and funeral service was held on March 22nd at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Funeral Home. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations may be made to a Favorite Charity in Christopher’s name. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook@WujekCalcaterra.com.
In addition to the state charges, she was also charged with not having a massage establishment license in 46th District Court in Southfield.
Hahn was given a $1,500 cash or surety bond for the state charges and a $500 cash or surety bond for the local charge.
She posted bond March 18.
Barren added that he would have liked a higher bond for the charges.
Hahn’s lawyer, Melodee Melisa-Rose Jefferson, did not respond to an opportunity to comment by press time.
Hahn is scheduled for a pretrial hearing April 7.
Call Staff Writer Kathryn Pentiuk at (586) 498-1070.
Birds
from page 14A
“Most of our species are in decline, so anything we can do to help them, that’s a benefit for the birds and increasing biodiversity; making sure that we’re putting out a variety of foods will also bring those birds in,” she said.
Ihde suggested feeding birds based on the season due to the loss of habitat and stress that birds are under.
“Birds only get a small percentage of their daily food from your feeder, even in the winter,” he said. “They will always go after natural food sources over your feeder. So offering a quick, easy meal even when there is some food available is just helping them survive.”
However, while feeding birds does have a number of positive benefits, there can also be some perceived negatives, such as waste falling on the ground or feeders attracting unwanted critters.
Ihde suggested using a no-mess bird seed, which has the shells removed so only
the seed hearts or nuts remain. He also said anyone who feeds birds should check what’s in the blend, as many are packed with fillers.
“These are seeds or grains that are used to lower cost but in many cases birds do not even eat. … They kick out these fillers and go for the few desirable seeds in the mix,” he said. “That waste falls to the ground and attracts pests, grows weeds and can generally be messy.”
After seeing an increase in rodents that was believed to be related to bird seed waste, the city of Royal Oak added a section to its rodent control ordinance stating residents must keep approved bird feeders at least 4 feet off the ground and prohibited residents from throwing food on the ground for birds or animals.
Ihde also suggested using baffles to help prevent other animals from getting into bird seed.
“These are obstructions that can be placed on poles or hooks to stop critters from reaching the feeder,” he said. “They are inexpensive and cause zero harm.”
Call Staff Writer Brian Wells at (248) 291-7637.
from page 7A
APRIL 26
Girls Mentoring Pop-Up Day: For ages 12-18, features clinical therapist, parent advocates, confidence training, mini spa and fashion show, breakout sessions and classes, and more, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Peace Lutheran Church, 17029 W. 13 Mile Road in Southfield, empowerfutures313@gmail.com, empowerfutures.org w
Household Hazardous Waste collection: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., RRRASOC MRF - Truck Entrance, 20875 Mapleridge Ave. in Southfield, rrrasoc.org
World Dance Day: 4-6 p.m., Oak Park Community Center, 14300 Oak Park Blvd., (248) 691-7555, facebook.com/cityofoakpark
ONGOING
‘Mad Gravity’: Play about dinner party that goes from bad to worse when guests — and audience — learn about comet hurtling toward Earth, 8 p.m. FridaysSaturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays April 25-May 9, and 2 and 8 p.m. May 10, Peace Lutheran Church, 17029 W. 13 Mile Road in Southfield, (313) 532-4010, rcptickets@gmail.com, rosedalecommunityplayers.com
‘Convergence: Where Mastery Meets Vision’: Exhibit featuring nine artists, on display 8 a.m.-5 p.m. through April 30, Southfield City Hall, 26000 Evergreen Road, (248) 796-5100, facebook.com/ southfieldpublicartscommission
Optimist Club of Southfield-Lathrup Village: Meets 6:30 p.m. every second Tuesday, Mars Corporate Center, 2500 Telegraph Road in Southfield, and every fourth Tuesday virtually, slvoptimist@gmail.com, southfield-lathrupvillageoptimists.org
CITY OF LATHRUP VILLAGE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
RE: 27700 Southfeld Road
Notice is hereby given that the Lathrup Village Planning Commission will review and discuss a proposed site plan for 27700 Southfeld Road during its meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the agenda permits. The meeting will take place at Lathrup Village City Hall, 27400 Southfeld Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: Members of the public are invited to express their views on the proposed site plan by submitting written comments to the City Clerk at Lathrup Village City Hall before 4:30 PM on April 15, 2025, by mailing or delivering them to 27400 Southfeld Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076. Additionally, individuals may attend the meeting in-person to provide comments or may authorize a representative to speak on their behalf.
Alisa Emanuel City Clerk 27400 Southfeld Road Lathrup Village, Michigan 48076 (248) 557-2600, ext. 237
Real estate exam study group: Free classes 6-8 p.m. Thursdays, Southfield Public Library, 26300 Evergreen Road, (734) 644-3947
Jazzy Mondays: Ballroom and hustle lessons, dinner buffet, bid whist and spades, 50-50, and more, 5-9 p.m. Mondays (except holidays), Bell Events Studio, 24624 W. 10 Mile Road in Southfield, (313) 378-
5825, belleventsstudiollc@gmail, belleventsstudio. com
Pulse Patrol: Free blood pressure checks from 9:3011:30 a.m. Thursdays, Oak Park Community Center, 14300 Oak Park Blvd., (248) 691-7555, facebook. com/cityofoakpark
To view more, visit candgnews.com/calendar.
PUBLISHED LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF SOUTHFIELD
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a meeting will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 6:00 P.M., Local Time, in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building, 26000 Evergreen Road, Southfeld, Michigan, at which time and place the Southfeld City Council will consider the following requests pursuant to Title V, Zoning and Planning, Chapter 45, Zoning, of the Code of the City of Southfeld, to wit:
PCZR25-0001 (CONDITIONAL REZONING) is a request of Ali Merhi, IMI Ventures, to conditionally rezone a vacant parcel at 24412 Southfeld Road, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-25-151-020) from OS Offce Service to B-3 General Business.
PSLU24-0014 (SPECIAL USE) is a request of Ali Merhi, IMI Ventures, to construct and operate a new oil change business at 24412 Southfeld Road, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-25-151-020).
PZR25-0001 (REZONING) is a request of Virgo Commercial Properties LLC, to rezone the parcel at 21375 Telegraph Road, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-32-400-028) from ODD (PZRODD22-0005) back to I-1 Industrial.
Published: 04/03/2025 Southfeld Sun
CITY OF LATHRUP VILLAGE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP) REVIEW & PUBLIC COMMENT OPPORTUNITY
RE: Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
Notice is hereby given that the City of Lathrup Village Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review and receive public comments on the proposed Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for the years 2025–2030 during its meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM, or as soon thereafter as the agenda permits. The meeting will take place at Lathrup Village City Hall, 27400 Southfeld Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: Members of the public are invited to express their views on the proposed Capital Improvement Plan by submitting written comments to the City Clerk at Lathrup Village City Hall before 4:30 PM on April 15, 2025, by mailing or delivering them to 27400 Southfeld Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076. Additionally, individuals may attend the meeting in-person to provide comments or may authorize a representative to speak on their behalf.
Alisa Emanuel City Clerk
27400 Southfeld Road
Lathrup Village, Michigan 48076 (248) 557-2600, ext. 237
PCZR25-0002 (REZONING) is a request of the GHG Detroit LLC, to conditionally rezone the parcel at 27600 Northwestern Highway, Southfeld, Michigan (Parcel 24-17-426-012) from RMU Multiple Family High Rise to RS Regional Shopping.
Published: 04/03/2025 Southfeld Sun
Written comments may be mailed to the City Clerk’s Offce, 26000 Evergreen Road, P.O. Box 2055, Southfeld, MI 480372055, prior to the meeting.
Questions regarding this matter should be directed to the Planning Department at (248) 796-4150 or tpaison@cityofsouthfeld.com
JANET JACKSON – CITY CLERK
Individuals with special needs who plan to attend this meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Offce at 248-796-5150 (voice) or 248-354-4831 (TDD). If auxiliary aids or services are needed, reasonable advance notice is required.
Published: Southfeld Sun 04/03/2025
AROUND MICHIGAN
AMISH FURNITURE
An AMISH LOG HEADBOARD AND Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand new-never used, sell all for $375. Call anytime, 989923-1278.
AUCTION
Online Auction. Ends April 3rd, 2025. Like new John Deere mower, Browning gun safes, pinball machine, reloading & gunsmith supplies, tools, flyfishing, archery, antiques, collectibles, household, ammo, much more. ColesAuctionService. com 810-397-3199.
April Consignment Auction, April 4-10. Handguns, rifles, sporting goods, camping, tools, coins, currency, comic books antiques, collectibles and more! To bid, view catalog & other auctions visit NarhiAuctions.com. Questions? Call 810-266-6474.
Awesome Online Auction, bid now through April 9. Antiques, vintage toys, Marvel, DC & Gold Key comics, metal advertising signs, collectibles and unusual finds! Catalogs are online, Bid. SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC.com. Call Joe, 1-800-835-0495.
Excellent Sportsman Online Auction. Bidding open! Utility tractor, Harley, guns, ammo, knives, Ford Fusion, Liberty Safe, aluminum trailer, much more! Bid @JohnPeckAuctions.com. Selling? Call John Peck 989-345-4866. Ofices Charlotte & Gladwin.
BUILDINGS
POLE BARNS We build ALL year long! BUILT
time!Calltoday!Financingavailable.CallSafe Step1-855-861-4501
STAFFINGAGENCY inFarmingtonHills NeedsaOfficeAssistant, Full/Part-Time, $18.00/hr.Health Insurance,401K,Must HaveComputerSkills. 734-637-8143 248-471-9168 AskforTina
STEELSERVICE CENTER Roseville/Warren Seekingpackagingline operators,forklift,overheadcrane-willtrain, healthbenefits,401k, profit-sharing,roomfor advancement.Applyat: 24417Groesbeck, Warren,or hr@mststeel.com
BUSINESS SERVICES METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime hail asphalt shingles. Vinyl siding. Licensed and insured builders for 40 years. AMISH CREW. 517-575-3695.
MATTRESSES
Adjustable Bed Brand New with mattress. Made in U.S.A, in plastic, with warranty. Retail Cost $3,995.00 sacrifice for $875.00 Call for showing or delivery: DanDanTheMattressMan.com. 989-9231278
MISCELLANEOUS
Amish-built mini-cabins starting at $5,295. Made in Michigan! We deliver statewide. Call 989-832-1866. MyNextBarn.com.
AMISH-built storage sheds starting at $2,500. We deliver anywhere in Michigan! Call 989-832-1866. DanDanTheMattressMan.com.
Replace your roof with the best looking and longest lasting material – steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available. Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Ofer – 50% of installation + Additional 10% of install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-888-718-1856
Eliminate gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debrisblocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today. 20% of Entire Purchase. Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-844-369-2501
BATH & SHOWER UPDATES in as little as ONE DAY! Afordable prices - No payments for 18 months! Lifetime warranty & professional installs. Senior & Military Discounts available. Call: 1-844-587-8518
POND/LAKE
Weedgator: Eco-Friendly Pond & Lake removal tools. Can Cut, pull & rake. $150. Also have Cattail cutter $100. Veteran made in Mi. Contact www.weedgatorproducts. com or 989-529-3992
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Lookingforallaround reliablepersontodo thefollowing:drywall, painting,tile,decking, woodworking. Call586-954-2708
NEMT
DRIVERWANTED MustHaveWheelchair Experience,PaidWeekly, ChauffeursLicense Required,Background Check,DrugScreen, VehicleandClients Provided, Call248-497-6432
PART-TIME
Companion/Caregiver, Experienced, Non-smoker, WillTravel, LightHousekeeping, CallorText 313-330-6024
Bathrooms
BATHROOM REMODELING
BasicBathrooms
Startingat:$10,995.00
Experienceofover
500-bathroomsacross Metro-Detroit, Lookatourworkat: andyscarpentryllc.com 248-376-0988
Lic/Insured/References
Brick Work
AA4DABLEMASONRY
586-822-5100
Chimneys,Porches, Steps,Flat-Work, Residential/Commercial Tuck-Pointing,CulturedStone,AllBrick&MasonryRepairs/Needs.
SPRINGSPECIALS
Upto30%-OFF Free-Est./SeniorDisc.
MOUTON'S MASONRY
Any&allmasonryrepairs. Brick,block,steps, chimneys,porches-tuckpointing,Cementwork, mortar-matching. 25-yrsexperience Free-estimates. References/Insured. 248-252-5331
PREFERRED
BROTHERSMASONRY
•Tuckpointing•Brickwork
•ChimneyRepair/Rebuild •ChimneyCaps
•CementFlatwork•Steps •PorchRebuild/Porch Caps•CultureStone Senior/MilitaryDiscount Upto20%off! 586-944-8898
CENSODEVELOPMENT MASONRYINC. MasonryRepairs, Tuckpointing, ChimneyRepairs, GlassBlock,Brick/Block Repairs,Mailboxes, Brick/CementSteps. FreeEstimates!
Alfonso586-419-7818
Brick Work
A-DMASONRYLLC.
AllMasonryWork Bricks,Stones,Pavers, Blocks,Porches, Chimneys.Tuckpointing. 26-yrsexperience Insured,FreeEstimates. 586-873-8210 Filip
Carpentry
GOTROT?
RottenWood
ReplacementSpecialist AllTypesofWoodRepair Fascia,Soffit&Siding PaintedtoMatch AMGAppliedServices 248-828-7998 www.amgapplied services.com
Cement ALLENCEMENT "TheDrivewayGuy" Established1999 Driveways/Garage Floors/Patios,etc. Licensed/Insured CheckoutAllen CementonFacebook!
Electrical
586-755-3636
Dr.Electric AffordablePrices! Father&Son MasterElectricians Same-Day-Service! All-Residential-Wiring, ChangeFuseBoxto CircuitBreakerPanel, Troubleshooting,Backup GeneratorTransfer Switch,License#6109094 SenDisc.V/MC/Lic./Ins.
CASTLEELECTRIC
Fence Service
Handyman Services
586-219-0335
AirDuct&DryerVent Cleaning,GasFireplace Tune-ups&Repairs, WoodBurningFireplace Cleaning&Repairs, Multi-ServiceDiscounts.
Cleaning Service
CLEANINGLADY with10-yrexperienceis lookingforwork.Weekly, bi-weekly,monthly Excellentreferences. Flexiblehours. Bonded&insured. 248-890-8830
Decks/Patios
2025SPECIALS
CustomDeck Building/Repair, Power-Washing, DecksRemoved, Composite,Treated &CedarMaterials, CustomRailingMaterials, CustomFence Installation. 586-260-5218
586-634-1152 (directcellphone#) Panelupgrades, generators,hottubs, 220lines.ALLSERVICE Licensed&Insured Dependable,quality work! License#-6111359
MASTER ELECTRICIAN JIM
586-582-9320 (Cell)
Over30YearsExp. NewInstallationWork Repairs Troubleshooting ElectricalUpgrades CodeCorrections
PREPARE forpoweroutagestodaywithaGeneracHomeStandbyGenerator.Actnowtoreceivea FREE5-Yearwarranty withqualifyingpurchase. Call1-855-773-8191 todaytoscheduleafree quote.It'snotjustagenerator.It'sapowermove.
Fence Service
PLATINUMSERVICES
*FenceInstallation *Landscape *TreeRemoval Wecoveryour outdoorneeds. FullyInsured. CALLNOW! 844-ALL-FENCE or248-830-3333
ROYALEXTERIORS •Fence•Roofs•Decks Residential/Commercial AllStyles,QualityWork LicensedResidential Builder,Senior/Veteran Discounts,Free-Est. royalexteriors.net 586-765-5028
Gutters
A.M.G. Gutters&Downspouts.Owneroperated. Seamlessgutter installationandrepair specialist.Builders License#2101202369 www.amgapplied services.com FullyInsured 248-828-7998
*”STEVE'S SEAMLESSGUTTERS” Made&installedonthe spot.5”&6”Gutter Cleaning.Treetrimming, exteriorpainting, powerwashing. 586-778-3393 586-531-2111
GUTTERS &WINDOW CLEANING INSURED TOMMICOLI 313-656-9402
Handyman Services
AA4DABLE HANDYMAN
HomeImprovement, Tile,Hardwood-Floors, Kitchen/Bath-Remodeling, Plumbing,Electrical, Painting,Hauling,Cleanouts,AnyHomeRepairs, FreeEst.30%Disc. AllMajorCC'sAccepted. 586-822-5100
3Sons HandymanService 586-888-9031
Electrical,Plumbing, HVAC,Minor/Major Repairs,AnySizeJob. FreeEstimates 10%Discount
Hauling & Waste Removal
***AAA HAULING*** JUNKREMOVAL Wehaulitall!Demolition Big&Small,Residential/ Commercial,Rubber WheelDumpsters-10,15, 20-Yards,Clean-outs, ConstructionMaterial, Small-Moving,Appliances,Furniture&More! Free-Est.Sen/Mil/Disc. 586-360-0681 ucallwehauljunk.com
BURLYGUYS JUNKREMOVAL removesANYTHING! Appliances,furniture, basementcleanouts, hoardersallwelcome! CallorText 248-224-2188
Home Repairs
EXTERIOR REPAIRSLLC. Since1999 GUTTERCLEANING LEAFGUARDS Roofing,Siding, Gutter,Repair.Reliable Ask,WeMightDoIt! FREEESTIMATES 248-242-1511
Kitchens/ Cabinets/ Countertops
MR.BACKSPLASH
·CUSTOM BACKSPLASHES
·CUSTOMKITCHENS
·COUNTERTOPS
*Granite*Quartz* ·CustomBathrooms
·TILEREPAIRS
*FREEESTIMATES*
586-552-5416
mrbacksplash.com
Landscaping & Water Gardens
ALLTIMATE
OUTDOORSERVICES
DrainageSystem Professionals
Big/SmallJobs, Yard-Drainage,Grading, Sod/Seed,Retaining Walls/Walkways/Patios, Senior/Military-Discounts
Credit-Cards-Accepted Free-Estimates 586-719-1202
SUPREMEOUTDOOR SPECIALISTS
SpringClean-ups, Lawncare,Landscaping, Pavers,Walls,Shrub/Tree Trimming/Removal, Mulching,Power-washing, Sprinklers.FreeEst. 586-727-3924 supremeoutdoor@ gmail.com
Lawn Maintenance
SOUTHFIELDONLY
Professionallawncutting retiredprowith3 decadesofexperience. 1WEEKFREE w/season agreementandautopay. 313-506-5408 www.sfox.biz
Lawn Maintenance
2025SPRING
586-260-5218
Commercial/Residential *Landscaping *Decks *SpringClean-Ups *LawnCutting *LicensedFertilization *Aerating&Thatching VisitFacebook: BrightHorizonServicesInc.
Painting
586-792-3117
PETE'SPAINTING
SPRINGSPECIALS! 10%OFF Specializing inVacantHomes, Great-Rooms,Deck Staining&WoodenFence Repair,Interior/Exterior, Residential/Commercial. SeniorDiscount, Free-Estimates,Insured.
PAINTING
GPC
MASTERPAINTER PLASTER&DRYWALL Restoration/Insurance Projects, Wallpaper Removal/Carpentry, 30-yrsLicensed SeniorDisc/FreeEst. 586.899.3555(Cell) 248.566.6460(Office)
(586)229-4267
AmericanPainting
•Residential/Commercial •Interior/25YearsExp. •PowerWashing •Insurance•Drywall •PlasterRepair•Cleanouts•HomeRepairs •SeniorDiscounts •Guaranteed-Work.
Painting
PEAKPAINTING
Custom-Painting, Commercial/Residential, Interior/Exterior. Drywall-Repair,Paper Removal,Carpentry. *WillBeatAnyOther ReasonableEstimate! 35yrsexp.Sen.Disc.Ins. CC-Accepted/References. 586-722-8381
2BROTHERS PAINTING
CompleteInterior/Exterior WoodRepair, Powerwash, Free-Estimates CallFrank 248-303-5897 ReferencesAvailable
ANDERSON
Painting&Carpentry
CompleteInterior/Exterior Services.Plaster/Drywall &WaterDamageRepairs. Wood-Staining.Wallpaper Removal.Kitchen/Cabinet Refinishing,Insured/References.Free-Estimates 586-354-3032 248-974-4012
ANYONE'S PAINTER
Interior/ExteriorPainting Commerical/Residential PressureWashing, DrywallRepairs, DeckStaining, FreeEstimates Call586-921-3654
FARR'SPAINTING
Interior/Exterior Wood&DrywallRepairs MoldRemediation FreeEstimates CertifiedMoldInspector 248-345-3308 farrsmoldremoval.com
Plumbing MASTER PLUMBER
Sewer&DrainService. Remodeling,Repairs, NewInstallations. FreeEstimates SeniorRates. 35+yrsexp.CallPaul 248-904-5822 Lic.#8109852
586.524.6752 ANDY'SPLUMBING
Plumbing
EAPLUMBING ANDDRAIN
FullServicePlumbing. DrainCleaning,Sump Pumps,WaterHeaters, Leaks,Disposals, CameraInspections, BackflowTesting andMore. 586-477-7777
License#803020312
WATERWORK Plumbing.com
•DrainCleaning
Professional Services
CONSUMER Cellularthesamereliable,nationwidecoverageasthe largestcarriers.Nolongtermcontract,nohidden feesandactivationisfree. Allplansfeatureunlimitedtalkandtext,starting atjust$20/month.For moreinformation,call 1-866-306-6243
TMEDIAIMPACT SOLUTIONS
Roofng
AA4DABLEROOFING
Hurry&SaveBig-$$$! SPRING-SPECIALS Upto30%-Off!!!
Roofing/Siding/Gutters, All-Leaks/Repairs, Residential/Shingles/ Commercial-FlatRoofs/Torch-downs 30yrs-exp.CC'saccepted. 586-822-5100
SILVERSMITHROOF MAINTENANCE
$225•MinorShingle ReplacementSpecial GutterCleaning Residential/Commercial WeAcceptAll MajorCreditCards 30-yrsexp.FamilyOwned 248-707-4851
CHERRY CONSTRUCTION
Roofing,Gutters,Cement, RefinishingHardwood Floors,NewHomes, Remodels,Additions, Doors,Windows, Fencing,Decks, Kitchens,Bathrooms. 586-291-2647
MICHAELNORTON BUILDERSINC.
BuildingValueEveryday 586-436-9600
Licensed/Insured Since1965 Servicing-Roofing, Siding,Basement, Bathroom,Kitchen Remodeling,Decks& AllYourHome ImprovementNeeds.
Tree Service
DAVE'STREE&SHRUB
Scan
Scan
NEBOPAINTING
ServiceAllYearRound
Interior/Exterior WeMakeIt EasierForYou, AllNeedsAreMet! FreeEstimates Call 248-953-7807
33+YearsExp.Lic/Ins. CallUsToday ForAllYour PlumbingNeeds!! ServingThe Tri-County-Area 10%/Senior/Military/ Discounts Lic#-8004254
•SewerCamera •WaterHeaters •SumpPumps •BackflowTesting 248-542-8022
SameDayEmergency ServiceAvailable Reliable/Experienced License#8003885
ExpertGrantWriter& DevelopmentCoordinator! Capacitybuilding, communityimpact, fundingforoperations, programming,andyouth programs.Emailtoattach: tmediasitee@gmail.com
40%-EarlySpringSpecial. Insured, EmergencyStorm Damage,LeafClean-up, Large-TreeRemovals, Trimming,Stump-Grinding,Gutters,SeasonFirewood(100acord) (586)216-0904 davestreeandshrub.com
Simply Perfect
VKPERFECTPAINTING
Interior/Exterior
Simply Perfect
WEDDING INVITATIONS
WEDDING INVITATIONS
Roofng
Powerwashing
APEX
PLUMBERSCORP
586-210-0903
Simply Perfect
Created just for your big day, we've put together sets of stunning wedding invitations to perfectly match your style.
Created just for your big day, we've put together sets of stunning wedding invitations to perfectly match your style.
WEDDING INVITATIONS
Simply Perfect
www.printingbypennylane.com ginad@pennylaneprinting.com
Created just for your big day, we've put together sets of stunning wedding invitations to
WEDDING INVITATIONS
www.printingbypennylane.com ginad@pennylaneprinting.com
Created just for your big day, we've put together sets of
www.printingbypennylane.com ginad@pennylaneprinting.com
www.printingbypennylane.com ginad@pennylaneprinting.com
SpecializesinKitchen &Bathroom CabinetPainting. Drywall/Plaster/Repair Free-Est.26YearsExp. CallBill 313-433-9400 586-746-9846 vkperfectpainting.com
35-YearsExp.Seniors/ Military/Multi-TaskDisc. Free-Est.•DrainCleaning •PlumbingRepairs/ Fixtures•SumpPumps/ WaterHeaters.Lic/Ins. apexplumbers corporation.com Lic#8111771
AJʼsPRESSURE CLEANING& SEALCOATING
•StampedConcrete(removemilkyorcloudyfilm) •ExposedAggregate •BrickPavers(resanding) Website: ajspressure cleaning.com 586-431-0591
PREFERRED BROTHERSROOFING
•FullTear-off•Recover
•ShingleRepair •Leak's•AllRepair •Flat-Roof•TourchDown •SeamlessGutters& GutterGuards Senior/Military-Discount Upto20%Off 586-944-8898
ELITETREE SERVICE
"Bringing30yearsof experiencetoyourdoor!" Treetrimming, removals&stump grinding.Insured&FREE estimateswithfairprices! FirewoodForSale 586-756-0757
