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Multiple communities have been involved in trying to address the deer population in the region. West Bloomfield Township Supervisor Steven Kaplan said that the community is split in regard to what to do about the deer population, with some wanting to find a solution to get rid of the deer and others wanting them to be left alone.
State Rep. Kelly Breen, D-Novi, is working alongside Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard, a Republican, to weed out the wrongful use of the animal tranquilizer xylazine, which is sometimes called “tranq.” Breen will be introducing legislation that, if passed, would make the now easily accessible drug a Schedule 2 narcotic and only available for its intended use in veterinary medicine. “This is something, though, that we need to take immediate action on,” Breen, whose family lost a friend to a fentanyl overdose, told members of the media during a June 9 press conference. “What we are seeing here with tranq is taking our worst opioid epidemic and compounding it. It’s horrific.” Xylazine use is creating a major health crisis across the country, Bouchard said. The drug has become a popular cutting agent in controlled substances. According to Bouchard, since February, it has been seen in approximately 85% of fentanyl seized in Oakland County. Xylazine is not made for human use, and its effects on the human body are severe. “It’s a terrible drug. On the human physiological makeup, it begins to basically degrade and disintegrate See TRANQUILIZER on page 2A
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METRO DETROIT — According to Farmington Hills Assistant City Manager Joe Valentine, a regional deer survey has been completed by the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments in an effort to come up with a regional solution to address the deer population. The Oakland County Community Deer Coalition was created in 2021 by a group of leaders in nine Oakland County communities, according to a press release that was previously shared. The release stated that, in recent years, the deer population has grown steadily throughout Oakland County, which has led to an increase in the number of deerrelated auto accidents, damage to landscaping and private property, and greater potential for Lyme disease and other illnesses that can be
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FARMINGTON — At around 8 a.m. June 6, a Farmington resident went to the front desk of the Police Department to report they were a victim of ID theft. The victim reported that multiple accounts were fraudulently opened in her name using her personal information. The report was taken for information only.
Car stolen at work
FARMINGTON — Officers responded to the 24000 block of Orchard Lake Road on a report of a stolen vehicle at 9:53 p.m. June 6. The victim reported that they had arrived to work at approximately 2 p.m., and upon leaving at 9:50 p.m. they observed their 2019 Kia Sportage was gone. A report was taken and forwarded to the Detective Bureau for further investigation.
ID theft reported at hotel
FARMINGTON — A Farmington resident told police they were a victim of ID theft at 4 p.m. June 8. The victim reported that their credit card was fraudulently used at a hotel in metro Detroit. The report was taken for information only.
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FARMINGTON — On June 9 at approximately 7:30 p.m., a local Farmington business owner went to the police station to report that they were a victim of a check that was fraudulently altered and cashed on behalf of their business account. The victim reported that they wrote a check using their business account in the amount of $2,600; however, the check was altered to show a new amount of $3,019. In addition, the payee’s name was changed, and the check was then presented to a local bank, where it was cashed. A report was taken and turned over to the detective bureau for further investigation.
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your skin over time,” said Bouchard. “It makes the saving efforts that we have less and less effective, because there is no impact of Narcan on this particular drug. So it may take multiple doses of Narcan to save someone who has overdosed on fentanyl laced with tranq.” Xylazine will cause the skin to begin to decay. Chronic wounds, infections and lesions are seen on those who have taken it. It can also cause brain damage and affect mental health. “It’s a huge, huge threat to health and a big problem,” said Bouchard. Tranq is easily accessible to anyone, as there are no restrictions on its purchase. Xylazine reportedly was first noticed in street drugs on the East Coast, especially in Philadelphia. It is not federally regulated and can easily be ordered online and delivered to one’s doorstep. Bouchard said the drug is steadily being shipped in from China and Mexico. However, Bouchard said it is also being stolen from veterinary clinics.
Breen said that combating the epidemic will take a multifaceted approach. She said they not only need to make sure it becomes a Schedule 2 narcotic so that it can be stopped at the border, but officials also need to increase the amount of testing being done for it, as well as to educate the public on the dangers of the drug and what first responders can do to help someone who might be overdosing from it. Xylazine has a sedation effect in humans — it lowers breathing and blood pressure, and it slows down the heart rate. It also has very severe withdrawal symptoms. It is traditionally used as a liquid injectable for large animals in veterinary medicine. However, on the street it is more commonly seen in a solid or powder form. It can be consumed in a variety of ways, including being swallowed, inhaled, smoked, snorted or injected. “There is nothing more important to me than the safety of the community that I represent, so I want to be able to drop this legislation quickly,” said Breen, who anticipates introducing the legislation by the end of the month. Call Staff Writer Charity Meier at (586) 498-1092.
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Senior services agency preps budget priorities for $26 Million in state and federal funds BY KATHRYN PENTIUK kpentiuk@candgnews.com
OAKLAND/MACOMB COUNTIES — Since 1974, the Area Agency on Aging 1-B, based in Southfield, has aimed to assist older adults and people with disabilities, as well as providing support to family caregivers in Southeast Michigan. Katie Wendel, the director of planning and advocacy for the AAA 1-B, facilitated an annual implementation plan hearing May 11. The virtual hearing served as a public forum allowing older adults and caregivers to learn more about the spending plan and speak directly with the agency about their questions. “We have local control over how we spend those federal and state dollars. So while all Area Agencies on Aging receive similar funding, we have choices about what we prioritize in our community. And we’re proud of those local ties and how we’re able to utilize this funding to meet the needs that we see in our community,” Wendel said. The comment period has closed for the 2024 fiscal plan, which will run from Oct. 1, 2023, to Sept. 30, 2024, and the spending plan is being finalized. Wendel said that every three years, the AAA 1-B does a larger, multiyear plan, and in the fall of the subsequent two years, they do plan updates. Currently, the AAA 1-B is in year two of their 2023 to 2025 multiyear plan. For 2024, AAA 1-B’s fiscal plan has $26 million in federal and state funding outlined in the budget.
Safe rides LEFT: A young resident rides on an obstacle course during Bike Safety Day, which took place at the parking lots of 47th District Court and the Farmington Hills Police Department May 20. Farmington and Farmington Hills Police personnel were at the event to pass out bike helmets and teach bike safety. ABOVE: Farmington Hills Police Department officers handed out and fitted children for helmets during Bike Safety Day May 20. For more information on bike safety, visit fhgov.com and click on departments, then resident information, then the link for bike safety; or www.ci.farmington.mi.us, click on public safety, then alerts and safety tips. Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
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In the breakdown of AAA 1-B’s grant funds, over $12.5 million is allocated to their support services, such as care management, transportation, outreach, in-home injury control, homemaking, legal assistance, health screenings, counseling services and adult day services. Under the “Nutrition/Ombudsman/ Respite/Kinship” section of the budget, a little over $12 million is dedicated to nutrition education and providing home-delivered meals through programs like “Meals on Wheels.” A detailed breakdown of the 2024 fiscal plan can be accessed at aaa1b.org, by scrolling down and clicking “Public Hearing on FY 2024 Implementation Plan: May 11.” The AAA 1-B still has grant funds left from the American Rescue Plan Act that must be obligated by Dec. 31, 2024. Wen-
del stated that some of AAA 1-B’s contracted service providers are purchasing equipment with those one-time funds. Wendel said that the COVID-19 pandemic was especially difficult for older adults as they were thrust into isolation. However, a positive outcome that came from the pandemic was the increased awareness and conversations regarding the needs of older adults and caregivers. “As part of my role, I work on our advocacy and talk with elected officials about the needs of older adults. And there’s really a heightened level of concern and interest among decision-makers about the needs of older adults,” Wendel stated. The AAA 1-B serves Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties. For more information on the services that the Area Agency on Aging 1-B provides, visit aaa1b.org. Call Staff Writer Kathryn Pentiuk at (586) 498-1070.
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American House has ‘Flag Day Celebration’ FARMINGTON HILLS — American House Farmington Hills held a Flag Day Celebration June 14. Army veteran and former state Rep. Rocky Raczkowski was the guest speaker. The celebration also featured a tribute to Rosie the Riveters from the Yankee Air Museum. “This group represents the women who answered the call and went to work in factories, defense plants and the other jobs left vacant when the men left to fight in the war,” a press release states. The celebration also included the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 154 and the Honor Point Team Guard, the singing of the national anthem and “God Bless America,” a flag-folding ceremony, and a luncheon.
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OAK PARK/WEST BLOOMFIELD — Star Bakery, located in Oak Park, is scheduled to close July 2, according to a press release. Due to the rising costs of labor and ingredients, and continued difficulties “left over from the pandemic,” the business could no longer remain viable, according to the release. “Star Bakery, which was founded in 1915, was well known to generations of Detroiters for providing traditional Jewish-style baked goods such as rye breads, challahs, rolls, rugelach, sevenlayer cake and mandel bread,” the release states. “Now production of some of the bakery’s favorite recipes will continue at Diamond Bakery. There will be job losses, but it is hoped some positions will be transferred to Diamond Bakery.” Star Bakery’s owners purchased Diamond Bakery, located on Orchard Lake Road in West Bloomfield, in 2021. According to the release, Diamond Bakery will continue to sell some of Star Bakery’s favorite baked goods, including rugelach, kichel and mandel bread.
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FARMINGTON HILLS — According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly 60% of all child car seats are installed or utilized incorrectly, according to a press release from the city of Farmington Hills. “The City of Farmington Hills is working to change those statistics by hosting FREE child car seat inspections with nationally certified child car seat technicians from the City’s Fire Department,” the release states. Child car seat inspections by appointment only are
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spread by deer. The communities in the coalition are Farmington, Farmington Hills, West Bloomfield, Auburn Hills, Beverly Hills, Birmingham, Franklin, Rochester Hills and Southfield. The coalition partnered with SEMCOG and has also worked with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to formulate a regional plan. SEMCOG serves the southeast Michigan region, made up of Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Livingston, Monroe, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties. Valentine said that the seven counties were included in the distribution of the survey. “We partnered with SEMCOG, who did a regional deer survey on our behalf to gain the temperament of the region on how deer are affecting their particular neighborhoods in the seven-county area,” Valentine said. “That data has been provided to us, the coalition, and we are working through that to identify an action plan going forward from that data, which is in conjunction with the process the MDNR has laid out for the coalition to implement some new strategies to deal with deer.” Valentine said that the data are with SEMCOG. “The coalition has established a subcommittee to work from that data to identify action items that we can bring forward to the DNR,” he said. “Once we work through that process, we envision the coalition coming back to the various communities in our
region and outlining what this action plan looks like. We’re anticipating that to be done sometime this fall. We will be releasing it once we get through our study to talk about what we’ve done, how we got there and what has driven the action items that we will be pursuing as part of this initiative.” Valentine estimated that the responses to the survey numbered 12,000, which is higher than he expected. West Bloomfield conducted its own survey in November of last year, and according to Township Supervisor Steven Kaplan, there was an “astounding” response to it, with 1,569 residents taking part. “We have an interesting dynamic,” Kaplan said. “I would say there’s a split in the community — 50% love the deer and 50% don’t want the deer.” Kaplan is in favor of launching an education campaign, via local cable television, to deter residents from feeding deer. Another potential remedy is to have an ordinance enacted that prohibits the feeding of deer in the township. However, from Kaplan’s perspective, there are flaws with that scenario. “It’s extremely difficult to enforce because we’re not going to hire undercover police officers to hide in the bushes, waiting for people to leave a piece of meat for a deer,” he said. “Do we want people to have to pay fines and have criminal records because they fed the deer? So that’s more of an educational component, but it’s common sense — don’t feed the deer. If fewer people fed the deer, the deer would find other places to romp.” One of the top complaints from residents about deer is the damage they cause to landscaping. “Feeding the deer is the No. 1 cause
for the proliferation of deer in West Bloomfield, and then the fact is, with development occurring, there’s less room for deer to meander,” Kaplan said. “Might’ve been a forest, might’ve been an area with woodlands, might’ve been an area where people grew plants, (but) now you have more areas filled in with single-family homes and apartments. That means the deer are disrupted. They’re dislodged. So that’s why they’re more likely to be found in somebody’s backyard than a forest area.” For some, the solution to the deer population problem is simply to reduce the number of them, but one of the suggested ways of doing that isn’t likely to sit well with many residents. “Do you send in sharpshooters to kill them? Nobody’s in favor of that,” Kaplan said. “(A) cull is where deer are lured to an open area and then they’re shot, they’re extinguished. That would not be a popular move in West Bloomfield. Do we (want to) have our police officers spending time shooting deer, as opposed to deterring crime?” Valentine also recognizes that seeing deer in their community causes a mixed reaction among residents. “There’s a host of issues that seem to surface to the top of the concerns that we’re hearing, but on the other token, we have a section of the community that loves seeing the deer and is happy with their presence, so it’s really trying to strategize an approach that manages this issue while addressing both levels of feeling for the deer,” he said. Gerry Therrien has been a resident of West Bloomfield for more than 20 years, and he said that deer have “been an issue since I’ve been here.” “I live across the road from a 90-acre
nature preserve. Other parts of West Bloomfield are not so inclined, but I’m right next to this nature preserve and that’s where they are,” Therrien said. Therrien is a proponent of a deer cull. “My daughter contracted Lyme disease from deer ticks,” he said. “It’s a painful thing, and she’s not over it yet. That was many years ago. Somebody needs to step up and find a means of decreasing the population of deer here.” Some experts have different opinions of whether that would work to reduce Lyme risk. “The evidence that reducing deer density will reduce tick density is strong,” states Oxford University Press’ Journal of Integrated Pest Management. However, a Humane Society information campaign says that killing deer does not necessarily solve the problem. “Killing deer can make matters worse with respect to human infection. Although adult ticks prefer a large host like deer, they will switch to alternative hosts when their preferred host species isn’t available or the ticks will congregate at higher densities on any remaining deer,” states the site, which notes that the tick is now called the blacklegged tick and has hosts other than deer. Although he understands that it could be challenging, from West Bloomfield resident Jerold Zwar’s perspective, it would be ideal to have the deer shot with a tranquilizer and then taken to a location outside of the township and released. “They’re going to have to shoot them with a drug, with some kind of medication in it, and haul them away, but (it) takes a lot of money to do that,” Zwar said. Another potential solution that has See DEER on page 9A
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been discussed is lacing food with contraceptives so that female deer cannot become impregnated. Later this year, solutions may be more clearly in focus. “We’re not there yet, in terms of those options,” Valentine said. “That’s what the subcommittee’s going to be discussing as we move forward, so we don’t have any definitive options at this point, other than we’re evaluating all this information and we’ll be formulating those as we go. We’re not looking for a single solution, we’re looking for multiple solutions, because the circumstances are a little different in each community, and having kind of a cafeteria-style plan that we can go to, to really customize the action items for a particular community, makes a lot more sense than saying there’s one solution for everybody. That’s why it’s going to take some time to vet that all out.” Valentine provided an explanation as to why it is so commonplace to see deer in the area. “From our area, we have a lot of wetland corridors. We have a lot of green corridors. We have a lot of density, and we have a lot of roads,” he said. “You put all that together, and it creates a combination for high
ReStore Habitat for Humanity celebrates re-grand opening On June 9, ReStore Habitat for Humanity, Waterford, celebrated its re-grand opening with a ribbon-cutting at 3653 Highland Road in Waterford. ReStore expanded by 18,000 square feet, for a total of 28,000 square feet. Various community leaders and elected officials attended, along with friends and supporters. For more information, visit www.HABROC.org or call (248) 338-8392.
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LUDINGTON IS A PREMIER LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH TOWN LUDINGTON — If you haven’t been to Ludington in a while, it’s time to give this Lake Michigan beach town another visit. And not just because the city is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year (though that is a good reason). As far as beach towns go, Ludington offers everything you’d expect: miles and miles of sandy beaches, ice cream and fudge shops, a downtown flush with souvenir and gift shops, and longstanding restaurants that are part of the tradition of returning to favorite beach towns. In the last few years, new restaurants, breweries and other attractions have opened up, adding to the city’s appeal. There are now three breweries in and around Ludington. A couple of wineries have sprouted up outside town, and the city created a social district along several downtown blocks. A food truck court along U.S. 10 offers other casual dining options. The pink Brunch Babes food truck is a standout, serving variations of classic brunch dishes with tater tots. These are all wonderful additions to Ludington, of course, but blending the new with old is really your best bet to experience the charms of this western Michigan city.
Participating in local traditions, like watching the car-and-passenger ferry, the S.S. Badger, return from Wisconsin each evening, will bring a smile to your face. Locals and visitors start to gather around 6:30 p.m., some standing on car roofs, others waving handmade signs to welcome passengers to Michigan. Locals also recommend newcomers take a walk to the iconic Big Sable Point Lighthouse, which stands in Ludington State Park, a few miles outside of the city. The nearly 2-mile trail winds through low-lying dunes along the Lake Michigan shoreline. You can also bike, but no motorized vehicles are allowed on the trail. The climb (130 steps) to the top of the 112-foot tower is well worth the hike. Step out on the catwalk for unmatched views of Lake Michigan and Ludington State Park. Just a few blocks from downtown, Stearns Park Beach on Lake Michigan is popular with beachgoers. The park is home to two concession stands (now operated by one of the owners of Brunch Babes, so expect more interesting menu options), shuffleboard, a skate park, mini golf, and playground and picnic areas. The pier to the North BreakSee LUDINGTON on page 11A
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Here are some suggestions for a weekend getaway in Ludington: WHERE TO GO: The newly opened Mason County Historical Society is a good place to get your bearings about historical attractions. You can also take tours to learn the history of the region. Purchase tickets to Historic White Pine Village and the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum in the society’s Emporium and Sweet Shop, stocked with history books, souvenirs and candy. Across the street is the Sandcastles Children’ Museum, a small museum with three stories of hands-on exhibits. One of the newest is ¡Hola!, featuring 10 conversational buttons throughout the building to help visitors learn Spanish phrases. Historic White Pine Village, several miles south of Ludington, explores the region’s lumbering and farming past in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with a collection of 30 historic buildings. You can purchase a combination ticket for the village, the maritime museum and the Mason County Research Center at the Emporium. WHERE TO STAY: Ludington has several motels and bed and breakfast inns, many of them within walking distance of downtown and the beach. Summer’s Inn is a renovated motor lodge on Route 10, within blocks of downtown. The adults-only motel serves a gourmet breakfast (quiche and fresh fruit were on the menu when I visited) and despite the busy road out front, the grounds are quiet. A free library and a courtyard garden add to the serenity. For elegant accommodations, consider the Cartier Mansion Bed and Breakfast, the restored former home of a lumber baron. The home’s Carriage House was recently renovated and has four suites. Guests receive a libation upon arrival and a gourmet breakfast each day. One of the owners’ unique offerings is pairing visitors with volunteer opportunities in the community. WHERE TO EAT: The new hot spot is STIX, a renovated bowling alley, restaurant and biergarten outside of the city on the way to Ludington State Park. The biergarten is family friendly with games for adults and children. It’s a great place to grab a meal or a drink after hiking at the state park. Another favorite is Blu Moon Bistro & Cafe, which serves fresh sushi and offers a diverse menu. A local staple is Crown and Cork, formerly PM Steamers. The menu at this waterfront restaurant features Great Lakes seafood, burgers, steaks and more. No visit to Ludington would be complete with a stop at the House of Flavors, celebrating its 75th anniversary. The restaurant serves comfort food, sandwiches and is famous for its extensive selection of ice cream, made right next door at one of Michigan’s largest ice cream production plants.
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water Light is walkable and an ideal spot to watch the sunset. What makes Ludington unique among many beach towns is its cultural and historical amenities, including the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum and Historic White Pine Village. I ducked into the maritime museum on a cloudy beach day and was impressed with the exhibits and interactive displays. The museum explores the city’s history on the water, lumbering days, and the
steamers and car ferries that once crowded its waters. An extensive exhibit on the Armistice Day Storm in 1940 is mesmerizing. The storm took the lives of 64 sailors on Lake Michigan. Their stories are told with survivor accounts, photographs and video of the shipwrecks at the lake’s bottom. For more information on Ludington or to start planning a trip, visit pureludington.com. Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer. Greg’s articles focused on northern Michigan travel will appear in C & G Newspapers during the summer.
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Tree Service
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ELITE TREE SERVICE
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