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SHORES — An attack on a small senior dog and her owners has left a number of Grosse Pointe Shores residents afraid of walking their dogs or strolling by themselves in one Shores neighborhood. Mark Owen, his wife, Dana Owen, and their 14-year-old cockapoo, Maddie, were walking in the first block of Lochmoor Boulevard in the Shores June 4 when a dog that appeared to be a pit bull that was between two nearby houses suddenly charged at them, making a beeline for Maddie, a small dog that Dana Owen said is deaf and partially blind. Mark Owen said he saw the unsecured dog out of the corner of his eye and instinctively reached down to pick up Maddie but
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METRO DETROIT — They’ve played to crowds across the globe, appeared on national television and recorded several albums, but the one thing the band PBM can’t do is categorize their music. Lead singer and guitarist Nate Castle, of Grosse Pointe Park, took a stab at it: “Just probably alternative rock,” he said after some thought. Trumpet player and vocalist Tom TorrenSee BAND on page 4A
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SHORES — For decades, Grosse Pointe Shores Department of Public Works Supervisor Harold Michaux was a friendly, familiar face to residents and city employees alike, as well as someone who could be trusted to fix any problems that arose. And while Shores residents will likely still run into Michaux around town — he’s a longtime Grosse Pointe Woods resident —
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it can now stand for whatever people want it to stand for. The band simply uses the acronym. The musicians first met more than 20 years ago, when they were all band students at Cousino High School in Warren. The band was touring full-time from about 2003 to 2007 and had a nationally released CD in 2006 — that’s also the year the band was featured on the first season of “America’s Got Talent.” “We didn’t even know what it was,” Castle said of the now long-running TV competition show. Castle said they were playing a blues club when they got the call to audition for “AGT.” He said the show in its infancy was a far cry from what viewers see today and recalls judges that season included actor David Hasselhoff and TV host Regis Philbin. But being on the road full-time became a grind, and the musicians eventually decided to stop touring and start careers that would enable them to be close to home and their families. “It’s very difficult to make music (for a living),” Castle said. Castle is now a church pastor in St. Clair Shores and a music teacher at Grosse Pointe Academy in Grosse Pointe Farms. Torrento
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From left, PBM musicians Tom Torrento and Nate Castle, both music educators in the Grosse Pointes, hope to raise money for school music programs during an upcoming PBM concert. Besides being a fundraiser for school music programs, the July 27 concert is also going to serve as the launching pad for a performing arts scholarship in the name of Tim Webber, a former PBM drummer who later played in The Killer Flamingos and died suddenly early this year at the age of 42. Castle said Webber’s twin brother, Matt, will be performing at the show. PBM and the Webber family hope to create a lasting legacy for a talent taken too soon; Castle said besides being a musician, Webber was also interested in musical theater, which was his major at Oakland University. “I think it’s a good way to honor Tim (and) his memory and keep the memory of his passion for the performing arts alive,” Castle said. Like the show July 27, Castle said any future PBM concerts “are going to have a purpose.” Because they want student musicians to be able to attend, this is an all-ages show. PBM hopes to introduce up-and-coming musicians to audiences and will have a jazz combo playing when people enter the venue and an opening set from Romeobased punk band Mass Dispute before PBM hits the stage. “At the end of the day, the 27th is going to be a massive party, a massive celebration,” Torrento said. “The atmosphere is going to be very light and very entertaining.” The Crofoot Ballroom is located at 1 S. Saginaw St. in Pontiac. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the concert will start at 7 p.m. Admission costs $15 per person. For more information, visit www.pbmband.com. Anyone wishing to donate to school music programs or the Tim Webber Foundation who can’t attend the July 27 concert can contact Torrento via email at tom@ttorrentomusic. com. Call Staff Writer K. Michelle Moran at (586) 498-1047.
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he’ll no longer be repairing broken water mains, caring for landscaping, planting flowers or tackling any of the multitude of responsibilities he shouldered in the Shores’ small DPW. Michaux, 66, officially retired June 30, after a 36-year career with the city. “My favorite part (of working for the Shores) would have to be the people I work for and the people I work with,” Michaux said. The Shores City Council presented Michaux with a crystal plaque at its June 20 meeting, bestowing upon him what Mayor Ted Kedzierski said was the highest honor they could give him. “It’s been the best 36 years,” Michaux said during the meeting. “I would not trade this for the world. It’s been great. … It’s hard to say goodbye.” City Councilman John Seago echoed a sentiment maintained by a number of other officials. “Congratulations to Harold Michaux on his service to the city,” Seago said. “We’re all going to miss him.” Current Department of Public Works Director Mike Way said Michaux has known Way his entire life, having once lived two houses from the Way family in St. Clair Shores. Way got his start in Grosse Pointe Shores as a seasonal employee in 1997, where Michaux was his supervisor. “As a seasonal employee, we all knew that Harold was the guy to go to for any kind of issue that would pop up,” Way recalled. “He took care of all the seasonal employees year after year (and) he took care of the full-time employees. He definitely leaves some very big shoes that may never be filled in the way that he did.” Way said Michaux was instrumental in helping him as Way transitioned into the DPW directorship about three years ago. “For 36 years, Harold faithfully served the residents of Grosse Pointe Shores,” Way said during the June 20 council meeting. “For most of his time here, he was the buildings and grounds supervisor, but in reality, there wasn’t a department that Harold didn’t work in or supervise.” Michaux said he worked part-time for a couple of years in the Shores and then got a full-time job working as a supervisor in Grosse Pointe Park’s DPW. After three years in the Park, he said former Shores Village Manager Mike Kenyon called him and asked him if he’d like to return to the Shores after a full-time DPW position opened up. When Michaux started, DPW members were also auxiliary firefighters — some-
thing that’s no longer the case. He said he’s proudest of “working together with all of the guys at getting things done, and putting fires out, too.” Michaux is too modest to toot his own horn, but friends and colleagues are quick to sing his praises. Former Shores Parks and Recreation Director Jim Cooke, who worked for the DPW before being named to run the park, has known Michaux for about 44 years. When he started his career in the Shores in September 1978, Cooke actually worked with Michaux’s father, Harold Michaux Sr. “Harold is first and foremost a tremendously dedicated family man,” Cooke said. “And he’s an extremely hard worker.” When Harold Michaux Sr. retired, Cooke got his locker. Harold Michaux Jr.’s locker ended up being next to Cooke’s. When Cooke retired roughly 13 years ago, he thought it was only fitting that his longtime pal should inherit the locker that his father once used. At his recent retirement party, attendees included many of the former seasonal employees Michaux once supervised. Cooke wasn’t surprised by this. “He was an excellent leader,” Cooke said. “All the employees loved him.” The same could be said for Michaux’s bosses Retired Shores DPW Director Brett Smith started working for the Shores just days after Michaux. Michaux’s first day of work with the city was April 1, 1987, and Smith’s was April 6, 1987. The two rose through the ranks together. Smith said Michaux was someone who was loyal and could be counted on. “He was my right-hand guy,” Smith said. “He was always there. He never took time off when it wasn’t necessary. He was very committed.” If Michaux’s last name sounds familiar to Shores residents, that’s because there are two streets named after his family, Michaux Lane and Michaux Court. He grew up in the Shores in a home his parents owned on Vernier Road, near his grandfather William Michaux’s 4-acre farm, which had horses, chickens, corn and flowers. Michaux remembers planting flowers in his grandfather’s greenhouse and taking them to Eastern Market to sell. The corn they grew was for the horses to eat, he said. Harold Michaux Sr. continued the family farming business for a time but then sold it circa 1975 or 1976, Michaux said. The area where the farm once stood was redeveloped into a subdivision. Michaux said the city used to ask Harold Sr. about coming to work for the Shores, and after selling the farm, that’s what he did, spending roughly
a decade working on the grounds for the DPW. The close-knit nature of the DPW staff and the community were things Michaux appreciated. “Working for a small city like this, you know everybody,” Michaux said. He said residents would honk and wave as they drove by, and cyclists would often stop to talk if they spotted Michaux working in a neighborhood. “I met a lot of great people here — so many residents,” Michaux said. “I’ll miss them all.” He brought with him a positive attitude and a can-do spirit. “There’s never been a day when I didn’t want to come here (to work),” Michaux said. “Leaving here, my last day was tough.” There’s still one Michaux working for the city — Harold’s wife of 42 years, Lynn, who has worked in the administrative offices
since about 2009. Lynn Michaux, who grew up in Grosse Pointe Woods, said they met as students at Grosse Pointe North High School. With two new grandchildren on the way in July — both of Michaux’s daughters were expecting children within two weeks of each other — he’ll now have more time to be a doting grandpa. One of his daughters already has a 2-year-old daughter of her own, so he’s already got some grandparenting experience under his belt. Michaux said he hopes to do more golfing as well, along with helping his daughters with repairs at their homes. “My wishes for Harold in retirement (are) stop working so hard, enjoy your kids and grandkids, and take some vacations,” Cooke said. Call Staff Writer K. Michelle Moran at (586) 498-1047. 21213 Harper Ave. St. Clair Shores (at 8 Mile next to Walgreens)
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Sara Delgado, a former Spanish teacher and principal at Kerby Elementary School, will return to the Grosse Pointe Public School System Aug. 1 when she becomes the new principal at Parcells Middle School. Delgado, who also served as the district’s OneGP virtual coordinator during the COVID-19 pandemic, has most recently been working as the director of elementary instruction for Fraser Public Schools. Her appointment as Parcells principal was approved by a unanimous vote of the Grosse Pointe Board of Education June 12. “A sense of belonging creates a space where students, teachers and families feel they can take risks, collaborate and learn together,” Delgado said in a press release. “Without these essential elements in a school community, student learning — which is our ultimate goal — cannot occur. I look forward to working collectively with all the members of the Parcells community to create that space. “Education is not only my career, but it’s also my passion,” she continued. “I thank you very much for the opportunity to share this passion with Parcells, and I look forward to returning to serve the community that I also call home.”
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Grosse Pointe City’s Village shopping district invites children and adults to take part in the annual Paint the Windows contest July 27. Once open only to kids, this year’s contest includes all ages and family categories. Check-in for the contest will start at 2:30 p.m. July 27, and painting will run from 3 to 7 p.m. This year’s theme is “Color My World.” Besides age group prizes, there will be a People’s Choice Award winner named by the public, with voting taking place online only through Aug. 7. To register or for more information, call (313) 886-7474 or visit thevillagegrossepointe.org.
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To mark the opening of a new exhibition, “The Hustle: Shopkeepers and Stylists,” the law firm Dykema is sponsoring free admission to the Detroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 15. The Detroit Historical Museum is also offering free admission and special performances during the Concert of Colors — which takes place throughout midtown Detroit — from 2 to 8 p.m. July 21. Free admission is also available for a conversation between musician and producer Don Was and writer and activist John Sinclair from 2 to 4 p.m. July 22, also as part of Concert of Colors. For more information, visit detroithistorical.org. In addition, as part of the Concert of Colors, the Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R St. in midtown Detroit, will offer free admission and special programs and demonstrations from noon to 6 p.m. July 20-21. Registration is recommended for the programs, as they’re expected to run out of slots for participants. To register or for more information, visit mi-sci.org. For more about the Concert of Colors — including full lineups of performances and participating venues — visit concertofcolors.com. The Concert of Colors will be held at a variety of locations July 19-23.
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After Six on Kercheval, a series of monthly summer street festivals along Kercheval Avenue between Nottingham Road and Maryland Street in Grosse Pointe Park, will continue with activities, vendors and more from 6 to 10 p.m. July 22. For more information, visit grossepointepark.org or watch the city’s official Facebook page.
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The Village’s Streetside Sale-ebration — formerly known as the Sidewalk Sale — will bring deals, vendors and more to the district. Local makers, crafters and artisans will be selling their creations as well. Hours for the event are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 28 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 29. For more details, call (313) 886-7474 or visit thevillagegrossepointe.org.
Despite less than ideal weather conditions, the U Club Golf Classic — presented by Ray Laethem Motor Village July 5 at the Country Club of Detroit in Grosse Pointe Farms — was still a success, raising about $88,000 for University Liggett School programs and activities such as athletics, robotics and theater. “The Liggett spirit embodies the core values of community, teamwork, and excellence,” Ray Laethem Motor Village owner Jeff Laethem said in a press release. “It is an honor to support an event that not only celebrates the sport of golf but also raises funds for a worthy cause.” “We are immensely grateful to all the participants, sponsors, and volunteers who braved the elements and made the U Club Golf Classic a memorable event,” ULS Director of Development and Alumni Relations Cressie Boggs said in a press release. “Their unwavering dedication to Liggett and their commitment to giving back to the community truly made a difference.”
Get into the holiday spirit early
The Helm at the Boll Life Center, 158 Ridge Road in Grosse Pointe Farms, will be hosting a presentation from 1 to 2 p.m. July 26 about a fiveday, four-night trip to the Christmas Markets of Montreal and Quebec City from Dec. 7 to 11. This informational session about the Premier World Discovery trip is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about it. To register or for more information, call The Helm at (313) 882-9600.
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year, but she always kept a brave face, she was always positive, she was always generous and patient with her teammates, and it was like she knew that brighter days were ahead and that we’d have a more competitive team each year,” Dwaihy said. “For me, what was really gratifying to see was that she kind of pulled this program along, and her senior year, I think she was just so invested and so bought-in that it took her game to another level, because she played every game like it was her last.” Summers had battled a concussion later in the season, but she came back as determined as ever to help her team get the job done. Comradery has always been a focal point of Liggett athletics, and Summers said that’s one thing she’s going to miss about her team. “To put the Liggett culture into words is very difficult because it is so impactful, but my experience playing Liggett sports specifically has always been about unity,” Summers said. “The players play for a purpose and play for each other, and being in a community of athletes that are as driven as me and so welcoming and encouraging has helped me
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WATCH Trailer taken
WOODS — An unknown suspect or suspects reportedly stole a 6-by-10-foot white enclosed trailer from the driveway of a home in the 1800 block of Prestwick Road July 8. The trailer and its contents — which included three bikes — is valued at more than $100,000. A police report states the trailer was last seen at 10 a.m. July 7. A person who was driving a small black car is believed to have been involved in this incident, police said. Anyone with more information can call (313) 343-2400.
Larcenies, vehicle theft attempted
WOODS — On July 7, police said an unknown suspect entered an unlocked vehicle parked in the 2000 block of Allard Avenue and stole a backpack that police later recovered at a different address. The same day, an unknown suspect reportedly took earbuds and a pair of prescription sunglasses from an unlocked vehicle while it was parked in the driveway of a home in the 1800 block of Manchester Boulevard. While it wasn’t known at press time if these incidents were connected, police said an unknown suspect tried to steal an unlocked vehicle July 7 while it was parked at a home in the 2200 block of Stanhope Street. Anyone with more information can call (313) 343-2400.
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CITY — A Lululemon store that recently opened in The Village at 17101 Kercheval Ave. has been targeted by thieves multiple times this month. Police said that at around 6:30 p.m. July 7, two young men wearing masks are said to have collected “armfuls of clothing” and exited without paying, fleeing northbound on St. Clair Avenue in a red Dodge Avenger. At around 2:20 p.m. July 6, a woman and two men all believed to be in their 20s are said to have worked as a team to steal what police said was a “large amount” of clothing from the store before exiting and fleeing northbound on St. Clair in a black Ford Escape. At 1:20 p.m. July 6, two young men are said to have collected an estimated $2,400 worth of clothing and left without paying, fleeing the scene in a waiting Jeep, possibly a Cherokee model. An investigation was ongoing at press time. Anyone with more information about any of these incidents can call (313) 8863200. — K. Michelle Moran
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not before the attacking dog latched its teeth onto her leg. “This dog wasn’t letting go,” said Dana Owen, recalling how she and a passerby tried to fight the dog off to get him to release Maddie — to no avail. “He pulled all three of us to the ground,” Mark Owen told the Grosse Pointe Shores City Council during a meeting June 20. “It was absolutely the most horrific event of our lives.” Maddie lost a front leg — and nearly her life — during the incident. “Her tendons and ligaments were completely severed,” Mark Owen said. He was left with nerve damage that eliminated all feeling from the left side of one hand — surgery has thus far been unable to reverse the damage — and his wife has a lengthy scar on her arm from Maddie’s leash digging into her skin. “If I had not been able to get Maddie off the ground, she would have been mauled to death for sure,” Mark Owen said. He said they feel the Shores Public Safety Department should have immediately removed the dog that attacked them from its home, pending the outcome of a court case. “We are begging for change,” Mark Owen said. They aren’t the only ones. Residents packed the meeting to show support for the Owens family and ask city leaders to take action. Shores resident Bill Raffoul lives around the corner from the house with the dog that attacked Maddie. He spoke in favor of a pit bull ban. “We have to change the laws,” Raffoul said. He said his wife had a brain aneurysm last year, and an attack like this one could jar the aneurysm and kill his wife. “She walks every day,” Raffoul said. “She lives for her walks, to get her strength back.” Former City Councilwoman Tina Ellis, a Regal Place resident, said her dog and Maddie have been friends for the last 14 years. She said the pain and suffering the Owens family has experienced “is making us all sick.” “There’s no excuse for this,” Ellis said. “We need to protect our residents here — dogs included.” Tish Hastings lives on Colonial Road, behind the home where the attack occurred. She’s concerned not only for her safety, but
that of her two dogs and her child. “Everybody is changing their walking route,” Hastings told the council. “It’s scary.” City Councilman John Seago, who lives on Lochmoor, a few houses away from the house where the attacking dog lived, asked how quickly the city could institute a breedspecific ban. “I haven’t set foot on my street” since the attack, said Seago, noting that he’s usually an avid runner and walker. City Councilman Donn Schroder admitted that this matter “is complex” because many people say they have pit bulls and pit bull mixes that are well trained and socialized, but he said it’s the jaw strength of these dogs that make them such a threat. He agreed with Seago that they should fast-track a breed ban. Mayor Ted Kedzierski concurred. “We’re going to move on this very quickly,” Kedzierski told residents. “You shouldn’t have to live in fear.” Dana Owen said that besides the fact that the dog that attacked Maddie wasn’t leashed, the homeowner also didn’t have a fenced-in yard. Neighbors are also concerned about what they say is another pit bull in that home. They don’t know if that dog is similarly aggressive. With regard to the dog that attacked Maddie, Public Safety Director Kenneth Werenski said that a dog that bites someone is usually removed from the home immediately, but the person who recently purchased the Lochmoor home was able to show that the dog had all its vaccinations and they would quarantine and supervise the dog. The homeowner told police he would be taking the dog to Chicago, where he formerly lived, and that he would be putting the dog down there. Werenski said officers determined the dog’s owner “would do the right thing.” “We made the conscious decision to leave the dog in the house with the owner,” Werenski said. Kedzierski said one of the issues they need to address is whether someone who already has a pit bull or pit bull mix is grandfathered in or whether that person would need to find a new home for the dog. “We want to make sure we do everything right,” Kedzierski said. Because of a medical emergency, City Attorney Brian Renaud wasn’t at the meeting. City Manager Stephen Poloni said Renaud is aware of the attack and is exploring the issue. “He’s looking at things to enhance our current ordinance,” Poloni said of Renaud.
He said Renaud is also looking at a possible breed ban. “There’s not a breed-specific ordinance (in the Shores) like Grosse Pointe Woods has and Harper Woods has,” Schroder said of two nearby cities that have pit bull bans on their books. City Councilman John Dakmak, an attorney, agreed with his colleagues about implementing a ban on certain breeds of dogs, noting that such ordinances have “been in place for decades” in cities around the country. “To be a dog owner is a massive responsibility,” Dakmak said. “I would like to see a comprehensive breed ban in place in Grosse Pointe Shores.” Breeds bans are often referred to as breed-specific legislation, or BSL. But, is a specific breed ban the answer to dog attacks? Many dog experts say it isn’t. The American Veterinary Medical Association is opposed to breed-specific bans. As noted on the AVMA website, “Any dog can bite, regardless of its breed. It is the dog’s individual history, behavior, general size, number of dogs involved, and the vulnerability of the person bitten that determines the likelihood of biting and whether a dog will cause a serious bite injury. Breedspecific bans are a simplistic answer to a far more complex social problem, and they have the potential to divert attention and resources from more effective approaches.” The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has also come out against such bans, stating on its website that there’s “no convincing data to indicate that breed-specific legislation has succeeded anywhere to date. “ “Breed-specific laws have a tendency to compromise rather than enhance public safety,” the ASPCA states on its website. “When animal control resources are used to regulate or ban a certain breed, the focus
is shifted away from effective enforcement of laws that have the best chances of making communities safer: dog license laws, leash laws, anti-animal fighting laws, antitethering laws, laws facilitating spaying and neutering and laws that require all owners to control their dogs, regardless of breed.” Likewise, the American Kennel Club and the Humane Society of the United States have come out strongly against breed bans. The Humane Society of the United States writes on its website, “Experts have found that no breed is more likely to bite than another.” It’s also difficult for even canine experts to tell by sight whether a dog belongs to a particular breed line or not, one of the many factors that complicates enforcement of such bans. A 2022 report from the National Institutes of Health’s National Library of Medicine came to a similar conclusion, stating, “There is growing evidence to suggest that such laws are ineffective, negatively impact animal welfare, and, in fact, do little to make communities safer.” In 2012, the American Bar Association approved a resolution that called for governmental units to repeal dog breed bans. More than a dozen states block breedspecific legislation from being implemented in municipalities, including California, Texas, Florida, Pennsylvania and Illinois. The Shores already has a vicious dog ordinance. The question is whether or not city officials will now add a breed ban. Officials said they could be considering a breed ban or other regulation as soon as their next regular City Council meeting, which was slated to take place at 7 p.m. July 18 at Shores City Hall. An agenda for the meeting wasn’t available before press time. For an agenda or more information, visit gpshoresmi.gov. Call Staff Writer K. Michelle Moran at (586) 498-1047.
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Park voters to choose council candidates for general election In the Grosse Pointe Times’ coverage area, Grosse Pointe Park voters will decide during the Aug. 8 primary election which six candidates will compete for three Park City Council seats in November. Candidates were asked, in 75 words or fewer, to state their top goal(s) if elected. If a candidate went over the word limit, (…) replaces the rest of the answer. The answers are printed verbatim except where material is omitted due to personal attacks or items we know to be false or that are blatant misrepresentations. (I) denotes an incumbent.
Grosse Pointe Park City Council
Seven candidates are running for six openings on the November ballot. The city charter mandates that a primary be held if the number of candidates is more than twice the number of seats; in this case, voters will be eliminating one candidate.
Brent Dreaver
Age: 38 Occupation: Senior Business Analyst Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park For how long: 8 years Online campaign information: https:// www.facebook.com/DreaverForGPP Education: M.B.A., University of Michigan Ross School of Business (Corporate Strategy and Operations Management); B.A., University of Michigan (Philosophy). Previously and currently held elected offices: n/a Top goals: If elected, my top goals revolve around transparency and elevating the voice of our community within council. It is my strong belief that a government that is Dreaver open and accountable in its decisions is imperative for building trust and ensuring effective decision making. I will work towards measures that encourage citizen participation. I believe that together we can create a more accountable and responsive council that best serves the needs of our community.
Jay A. Kennedy
Age: 68 Occupation: Attorney Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park For how long: I have lived in Grosse Pointe Park for a total of over 50 years Online campaign information: jkennedy forgppcitycouncil.org Education: Bachelors in Business Administration with honors from the University of Michigan School of Business Administration (now the Ross School of Business); Juris Doctor cum laude from the University of Michigan Law School Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: My overall goal is to maintain Grosse Pointe Park as a city of choice for young families. We must work together to preserve, and enhance, a safe, clean environ-
ment with excellent schools, parks and other amenities. Public safety is a top priority. We must also complete the EERV and carefully review our other infrastructure needs, including water mains, Kennedy the marina and others. I also hope to help shape the best possible outcome for Trombly School.
Timothy Kolar
Age: 42 Occupation: State Office Administrator – State of Michigan Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park For how long: 6 years Online campaign information: https:// www.facebook.com/kolargpp Education: MBA – University of Illinois Urbana Champaign, Gies College of Business. Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Bachelor of Science in Finance, Bachelor of Science International Studies – Indiana University Bloomington, Kelley School of Business. Previously and currently held elected offices: None Top goals: Public Safety. Infrastructure. Promoting Our City. Community Engagement. We focus on those goals through proper budgeting and a process of educating, evaluating, and communicating. Budget sets priorities and must be balanced. Educating ourselves Kolar and our neighbors about issues and finding real solutions. Evaluating the options for sustainability and fiscal integrity. Communicating to get community feedback on decisions and outcomes, with those communications done on a regular and frequent basis through numerous channels.
Marty McMillan (I)
Age: 66 Occupation: Retired Owner/Vice President of McMillan Bros. Office Furniture and Supply Company Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park For how long: 60 years Online campaign information: www.MartyMcMillan4GPPCouncil.com Education: Wayne State University Previously and currently held elected offices: Current Grosse Pointe Park Council-
member – Appointed in 2021 Top goals: • Ensure that GPP’s Public Safety Department has the resources and staffing needed to provide for the safety and security of our residents. • Continue proactive and fiscally responsible upgrades to our infrastructure including our sanitary and storm sewer systems. • Find cost-effective upMcMillan grade solutions to ensure that our parks and marina remain the treasured amenities that they are. • Working with the GP Public School System, return Trombly School to being a vibrant educational asset for the community.
Kirk Merametdjian
Age: 55 Occupation: Consultant, Project Management Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park For how long: 7 years Online campaign information: Facebook: Kirkforgppcouncil Education: BSB Finance, MBA Previously and currently held elected offices: none. Top goals: 1. Advocate that city management and City Council focus on devising and executing a long-term plan to propMerametdjian erly staff the Public Safety Department. 2. Improve the process and procedures for City Council decision making, allowing robust debate and discussion and allowing adequate opportunity for resident input. 3. Maintain GPP community quality of life by ensuring our infrastructure systems, Parks, and DPW, are funded appropriately.
Elvis Torres
Age: 41 Occupation: Infrastructure Consulting Services Business Owner Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park For how long: 3 years Online campaign information: www.elvisgpp.com Education: • Master of Business Administration from the University of Michigan • Bachelor of Sciences in Electronics Engineer-
ing Technology from the University of Puerto Rico Bayamón • Diploma Signal Officer Basic Course from the US Army Signal School • Diploma Radio and Communication Security Repairer from the US Army Ordnance School • Certificate of Project Management Professional from Project Management Institute • Certificate of Industrial Electronics Antonio Luchetti Vocational High School Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A Torres Top goals: I want to continue serving the community as a member of GPP Public Safety Advisory Committee, I understand the importance of supporting the department and fostering community engagement. If elected, I will work alongside the new Director and Councilmembers to enhance our PS ability to patrol and ensure our community’s peace of mind. Additionally, my experience and education will enable me to contribute to infrastructure improvement planning and effectively balance budgets by working with stakeholders.
Heather Ulku
Age: 52 Occupation: Realtor Higbie Maxon Agney Municipality of residence: Grosse Pointe Park For how long: total of 36 yrs. Born and raised, moved back to the Park in 2005 Online campaign information: heatherulkugpp.com Education: Grosse Pointe South class of 1989, Humboldt State University, Arcata California Previously and currently held elected offices: No elected public offices held. Top goals: Fiscal responsibility along with public safety are the cornerstones of a strong community. Maintaining property values, addressing Ulku economic development, and making Grosse Pointe Park a desirable place to work are the issues that I am committed to. I will come to the table informed, prepared, and ready to do the work.
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ABOVE: Scott Romano, of Royal Oak, first spotted the 1960 AMC Metropolitan for sale in the parking lot of a convenience store when he was 12. RIGHT: The Metropolitan has a number of features, including this hood ornament. Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
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METRO DETROIT — When visiting his aunt and uncle in Tennessee in 1972, Scott Romano spotted a 1960 AMC Metropolitan for sale in the parking lot of a convenience store. The family had just driven by the Graceland home of superstar singer Elvis Presley in Memphis. “Elvis was still alive,” Romano said, remembering a family member who snapped a photo of his mom, Suzanne Romano, with Graceland in the background. “I saw this car for sale. I kept looking at it and looking at it. I had never seen one before.” Romano’s grandfather, Leonard A. Davis — a car buff himself — jotted down the phone number of the seller. Davis called the owner, made a deal and ultimately purchased
the two-door Metropolitan for Romano, who was only 12 at the time and too young to get behind the wheel just yet. “My grandpa thought it was so amusing, he bought it for me,” Romano said. “It had 28,000 miles on it when he purchased it. I was used to antique cars. I grew up around them.” Romano lived in Clarkston at the time, and Davis resided in Waterford. “My grandpa kept this at his house in Waterford,” Romano said, who remembers many outings in the convertible with his grandfather. “I used to spend the summers there on Watkins Lake. He would take us for ice cream just about every night. We could put three (people) across in front and two kids in the back. I loved it.” It was through grandpa that Romano learned about cars. When Davis died in 1981, Romano inherited the vehicle. It was bittersweet. “I loved my grandfather. He was so patient about teach-
ing me how to detail a car or tell if a car was original,” said Romano, now of Royal Oak. “My mom said before I even started school, I could call cars by name when they drove by. My mom was into cars, too.” Davis was a noted antique car restorer. He also had a star-studded moment when he portrayed Henry Ford in a couple of scenes in the 50th anniversary feature film “The American Road.” The black-and-white movie was produced in 1953 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Ford Motor Co. The production mixes archival footage with reenactments. Romano has still photos of Davis’ shots in the film. “The movie was shown at Greenfield Village and Ford events,” Romano said. “It’s free on YouTube.” Romano’s mom upholstered the seats on the Metropolitan. Although he’s not Catholic, Romano decorated the car’s dashboard with a number of religious symbols, including the See METROPOLITAN on page 17A
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Virgin Mary. “When I was a kid, all the Catholics had them on their dashboards. I started collecting them,” he said, adding they also remind him of the song “Plastic Jesus” from the Paul Newman movie “Cool Hand Luke.” “It was a fun song. It always stuck in my head.” Romano only takes out the two-door Metropolitan occasionally when “I just feel like driving it.” “The farthest I’ve gone is Port Huron or Ypsilanti. It has 37,000 miles on it now,” Romano said. “The car is so quirky and fun.
It just makes you feel good. For as little as it is, the turning radius is like a Mack truck. The fenders all have lowrider cutouts.” Through his research, Romano is quite the historian on the 1960 AMC Metropolitan. According to Romano, the Metropolitan is an American automobile that was assembled at the Longbridge Plant in Birmingham, England. “The doors were interchangeable to save money. It does have this fun little feature: Underneath the dashboard, there’s a ventilation door to let air in,” Romano said. The car event he enjoys the most is the Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show held every year. This year’s Ypsilanti Orphan Car Show will kick off with a cruise Sept. 16 and the car
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Since moving to catcher in 2021, Service, a University of Texas commit, has been one of the best catchers in the state in any given year. With an elite-level arm and efficient defense behind the plate, Service’s offense has continued to be impressive for Liggett. Holding an offensive slash line of .370/.485/.722, Service added 40 hits, 10 doubles, eight home runs and 38 RBIs to an already exceptional high school career. While his offense is what jumps out, Service said he focused on a particular part of his game this season. “Definitely my defense,” Service said. “I really took pride in that and making sure that it got better to the best of my ability this year, and I think I did that.” Judging by the performance of Liggett’s pitching staff this season, it’s safe to say the two-time all-stater lived up to his expectations on the defensive end.
Junior second baseman Reggie Sharpe (second team all-state)
Want someone to keep an eye on for next year’s Dream Team? Look no further. An athletic second baseman who’s an elite-level defender, Sharpe and Purify formed one of the strongest middle infield duos in the state this season. Sharpe hit .382 with a .481 on-base percentage and 1.010 OPS this season, and he collected 39 hits, eight doubles, 33 runs and nine steals on the season.
Sharpe said he took a step forward in an important aspect of his game this season. “During the season, I really focused on mental and making sure that my mental was good,” Sharpe said. “Even if I wasn’t getting the exact outcome that I wanted, if I was following my plan or what I wanted to do, I was OK with that. I was taking my little wins and they turned into large wins.” Sharpe credited Purify, Service and the rest of Liggett’s senior class for his transition onto the squad and said he expects to do the same as a senior in 2024. The University of Michigan commit is expected to headline the veteran leadership next season, and Cimini said he expects Sharpe to flourish in that role. “I expect Reggie to be the leader of the team,” Cimini said. “He knows what needs to be done, and he’s going to be that leader and be that guy. He’s going to come in and pitch for us. He’s going to be the guy. He’s been waiting for this for the last four years, and now he has that opportunity. I’m really proud of him.”
Junior utility Preston Barr (second team all-state)
Slotted in as a utility player on the allstate list this season, Barr was productive anywhere Liggett placed him this season, especially with a bat in his hand. Hitting .324 on the year with a .922 OPS, 34 hits, 35 RBIs and 27 runs, Barr said his offensive production was a key focus for him coming into the season. “I’ve started to become a more mature hitter at the plate and started seeing the ball a lot better, especially with higher velocity,” Barr said. “It’s great to see results on the offensive side of my game because that’s what
I’ve really been working on.” Barr, a University of Michigan commit, has been a part of the Liggett culture for a while, especially watching his older brother, Kurt, who currently plays at Michigan, deal on the mound for Liggett throughout his career. Barr said he’s excited to progress with his pitching heading into next season and to contribute to the winning culture at Liggett
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0147-2326
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While each state has its unique official designations — state flowers, mottos and insects — many people are surprised to learn that only 13 states have a state dog. It’s estimated that approximately two-thirds of American households, tallying up to around 65 million, are dog owners. The pet advice website known as The Pampered Pup recently conducted a poll of 3,000 respondents to find out their preferred breed if given the opportunity to vote for an official state dog. Michiganders opted for the Gordon setter. In second place, Michigan residents voted for the Labrador retriever, while their third-place pick was the American Eskimo dog.
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300 LOCAL GIRL SCOUTS HONORED FOR COMMUNITY IMPACT Photo provided by Rachel Felice
METRO DETROIT — Girl Scouts is about more than selling cookies, and the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan are here to prove that. More than 300 Metro Detroit girls were recognized for their commitment to community and creating positive change in the world during the GSSEM’s annual High Honor Award Reception June 25. Nisha Singhi, from Bloomfield Hills, pictured, took home the prestigious 2023 Young Woman of Distinction Award for her project about the detrimental impact of released balloons on wildlife, marine life, natural resources and the economy. Singhi spent more than 170 hours on The Balloon Project, which resulted in policy changes at the local and statewide levels. The Bloomfield Hills City Commission and International Academy in Bloomfield Hills adopted policies banning the release and litter of balloons. At the state level, she worked with former state Rep. Mari Manoogian to introduce House Bill 5373 and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow to introduce Senate Bill 0675. “The High Honors Awards highlights the remarkable young women of GSSEM who embody everything that Girl Scouts stands for — programming that develops young women of the utmost courage and confidence who have the character, skills and relationships to make real changes in their communities,” said GSSEM CEO Monica Woodson. “As we honor this year’s class of outstanding Girl Scouts, we recognize their extraordinary achievements and the profound difference they can make in the lives of others. They are the driving force behind a brighter future for all, and we are proud to celebrate this moment with them, their families and their troops.”
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TOP: Capoeira Detroit performs June 20 at Macomb Mall in Roseville. Capoeira is a physical activity that combines music, martial arts and dance. ABOVE: After demonstrating, members of Capoeira Detroit encouraged kids to join in and taught them moves. LEFT: Capoeira is a full-body workout that is often called a gamebetween two people.
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HE W T F O E M I R C K• E E W E H T F O RIME C • K E E W E F TH Suspected Kohl’s shoplifter tries to flee from police
STERLING HEIGHTS — Police went to Kohl’s, 44200 Schoenherr Road, June 9 upon hearing that suspected shoplifting was in progress. A repeat offender was reported to be putting items such as kids Nike clothing in a cart. The suspect was described as tall and in his 50s or 60s. He reportedly had a salt-and-pepper beard and four missing front teeth. He was reportedly accompanied by a woman wearing a bandana and a tie-dyed shirt. Police waited for the individuals to leave the store and reportedly saw the woman leave from the north entrance and get inside the red Ford Taurus she had arrived in. Then the man reportedly came out of the store with a full shopping court, headed to the Taurus and started unloading merchandise into it. Police contacted the man, but he allegedly tried to run away. Police said they pursued him and eventually found him hiding under a parked vehicle. Although police ordered him not to run away, he allegedly did so again. When police reportedly caught up to him, they demanded he stop, but he allegedly said “no” and ran westward, crossing Schoenherr Road. Police said they finally arrested him for first-degree retail fraud after he crossed the street. Police said the suspect stole 41 items of merchandise worth a total of $1,458. Police also investigated the Taurus and said that, besides the one woman, there were two more female individuals in the car who never went inside the Kohl’s. Police said they released the three females.
Retail fraud reported
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 3:18 p.m. on June 19, a report was made of a retail fraud that occurred on the same day at 1:30 p.m. in the 23000 block of Greater Mack Avenue. According to the report, an officer received a police run for an earlier retail fraud. Upon arrival at the stated location, the officer was met by a 19-yearold man who said an unknown woman walked out of the store at approximately 1:30 p.m. with an EGO Power Generator. The man stated the store was busy and he was mixing paint some time before 1:30 p.m. The woman entered the store, selected an EGO generator, placed it in her cart, and continued to the front of the store. There she removed it from the cart and exited the store, passing all points of purchase and making no attempt to pay for the generator. The man stated the theft was captured on the video security system. He was advised to keep the video and place it on a thumb drive.
Man found guilty of criminal sexual conduct with stepchild
ROSEVILLE — A 37-year-old Detroit man was found guilty in mid-June in Macomb County Circuit Court of two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. Following a four-day jury trial that ended June 16, Dewon Henderson was found guilty of the two counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct with a person under 13, defendant over 17. In December 2021, Henderson sexually assaulted his stepchild in a Roseville hotel, the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office stated in a press release. Henderson is scheduled for sentencing Aug. 2 in front of Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Kathryn Viviano. “This guilty verdict marks a significant triumph for justice and a resounding message to sexual assault survivors that their voices will be heard,” Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in a prepared statement. “It is our duty to fight for justice, to protect the vulnerable, and to hold perpetrators accountable for their reprehensible actions. This verdict is a step forward in creating a safer society, and we remain steadfast in our commitment to pursuing justice for all survivors.” Joshua Jones, Henderson’s attorney, declined to comment.
Customer attempts to use counterfeit money
SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Officers were dispatched to a convenience store in the 15000 block of 22 Mile Road, near Hayes Road, for a counterfeiting report at 8:15 p.m. June 10. An employee stated that someone had tried to pay using a counterfeit $20 bill. When the employee told the suspect that the bill was counterfeit, the suspect left the store. The clerk then went outside to take a photo of the suspect’s license plate, at which point the suspect slapped the cellphone out of the clerk’s hand. The suspect then fled in his vehicle. The detective bureau was investigating the incident.
Banned hospital patient returns
GROSSE POINTE CITY — A 50-year-old Detroit man was issued a trespassing ticket after police said he went to Corewell Health, Beaumont Grosse Pointe, on June 22, despite the fact that he had previously been banned from the hospital. However, a police report states that the suspect was accidentally scheduled for surgery at the hospital. Police were called to the hospital after the suspect refused to leave. He departed from the property after he was given the trespassing ticket, police said.
IDIOMS ACROSS 1. Nebraska city on Missouri River 6. Not her 9. Earnhardt of racing fame 13. Sea near Australia 14. Slippery when cold 15. Printer cartridge contents 16. *Title of this puzzle, sing. 17. Congressional title, abbr. 18. Title holder 19. *Run around in these and not make progress 21. *Cut these to skip steps 23. He had 24. Nicholas II, e.g. 25. Jack-in-the-Box restraint 28. Subway in U.K. 30. What washing machine does 35. Egyptian goddess of love 37. Crescent point 39. Hot rod sticker, e.g. 40. Org. in Brussels 41. Impede 43. Parks or Luxemburg 44. ____’s, once Canada’s famous department store 46. *One of these in beans lacks importance 47. Barrel-counting org. 48. Nova ____, Canada 50. Mess up 52. Bugling ungulate 53. Modeling material 55. Robinson in “The Graduate” 57. *Resting on these stops one from trying 61. *No use crying over this milk 65. Money in the bank, e.g. 66. Certain frat house letters 68. Little dear 69. Like a disreputable neighborhood 70. College assessment test, acr. 71. Fairy-tale oil lamp dweller 72. Hawaiian tuber 73. “Oui” in English 74. The Three Musketeers’ swords DOWN 1. Ear-related 2. Skirt length 3. Gulf V.I.P. 4. Moonshine 5. Cloth armband 6. Kaa’s warning 7. *Break it to start a
conversation 8. Synchronizes, for short 9. Pillow filler 10. “Green Gables” character 11. Suggestive look 12. Blunders 15. Full of tribulations 20. Derive 22. Dinghy propeller 24. Bear witness 25. *Read between these for real meaning 26. Writer Asimov 27. Likewise 29. *Don’t beat around it 31. Claudius’ successor 32. Breadth 33. Oil holder 34. *Cut one some of this and don’t be critical 36. Dirt on Santa’s suit? 38. Gallup’s inquiry 42. Like Raphael’s cherubs 45. Polite social
behavior 49. How many of the President’s men? 51. *Cross it when you get to it 54. Investigative report 56. Count sheep 57. Bringing up the rear, adj. 58. Between ports
59. Consumer 60. Overhaul 61. Tennis scoring term, pl. 62. Pool path 63. Great Lake 64. Henna and such 67. *One up your sleeve gives advantage
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19,688
LEATH
• HEATED LEATHER SEATS • POWER LIFTGATE
STK# C25131
UDIO BOSE A
DRIVE
DED CA
HE ALL W
$
STK# C25111
HEEL ALL W
• REMOTE START • HEATED SEATS • 26K MILES
$
E
• CRUISE CONTROL • BACK-UP CAMERA • 20K MILES
$
*
2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX PREMIER
• REMOTE START • CRUISE CONTROL • 23K MILES
STK# C25125
L POWER
2020 GMC TERRAIN SLE L POWER
STK# C25048
19,188
$
*
IFTGAT
SEATS
• REMOTE START • LOW MILES
$
• CRUISE CONTROL • BACK-UP CAMERA • 22K MILES
18,788
$
HE ALL W
HE ALL W
STK# C25489
2020 CHEVROLET TRAX LT VE EL DRI
VE EL DRI
START
• CRUISE CONTROL • LOW MILES
STK# C25778
2020 CHEVROLET TRAX LT
*
S
• SUNROOF • REAR DVD • LOADED! STK# C25311
54,588
$
*
*Plus title, tax, plates, doc and CVR fees. Vehicles available at time of printing. No Salvage or branded titles. Limited Powertrain Warranty is on certified vehicles from original in-service date and whichever comes first, time or mileage. 2 years or 24,000 miles of scheduled vehicle maintenance is on certified pre-owned vehicles, includes oil and filter changes, tire rotations and multi-point inspections. Sale ends 7/18/2023. 0046-2328