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hanging the world by focusing on changing yourself is the “positive” mission of Gregory Balteff, also known as “Mr. Positive,” featured on 95.5 FM and nationally as the “Inspirational Poet” on the syndicated Tom Kent Radio Network. Balteff embraces dreams and goals through the delivery of poetry, and he reaches his audience through motivational speaking. Balteff has virtually worked at every radio station in the Detroit area since he was 18, including WRIF on the Doug Podell show for four years. Apart from his speaking engagements, Balteff manages the Anytime Fitness gym in Commerce Township. You have said you want to change the world. How does one achieve that goal, in your opinion? GB: By becoming the best you can become. What happens is that people see it and it reflects on them. It rubs off on them. If I’m upbeat and positive, then they in turn will be upbeat and positive and it will be a domino effect. What prompted you to begin motivational speaking and how did you get noticed? GB: Because I wanted to change the world like Elvis and Ayn Rand and I was told I had a nice voice. I wanted to take what I learned and convey it to the world using radio as my medium to articulate my message. About 25 years ago, I called Power 96 FM and talked to Sonny Joe Harris and said, “I have the ability to change people’s lives. Can I say something?” He said to go ahead. That’s how (my) history all started. Can you please give us an example of how you motivate your audience? GB: I use poetry in concert with my writer, Robert Balch of Macomb Township, to convey a positive message. We’ve done many of them. For instance,

can become day to day. You’ve persevered in the past. Take that same experience, that same situation, and apply it to tomorrow. You will always come out ahead. I would ask the (SCN) readers to think about the difficulties you’ve had in the past, and there they are today. They’ve overcome them, they’ve won, and the challenge has been overcome. How do you stay positive yourself. What’s the secret? GB: For my listenership — I’m on 95.5 and known as Mr. Positive. Each and every day, I have to be up for my positive warriors on 95.5 with Jag and Goose. I have to up for them. I use the mentality that I have to be up for my audience. I always keep in mind what Elvis, one of my heroes, says. There are three things in this life people have to realize — one, to be loved, to love somebody, and to look forward to something. I look forward and am blessed to have all three. I look forward each day to inspire my positive warriors. It gives me a reason for living. How does fitness tie into your positive message? GB: What it does is it all acts in concert. Using my philosophy, my mind, the process of reason, I am bringing forth what I’ve learned and what I know and using it in a practical sense and reaching my goals. Working out and working at a gym (Anytime Fitness in Commerce Township) makes me realize that I have a challenge each and every day, and because of the tools I have learned through the philosophy of objectivism and Aristotelianism, it makes me successful in the endeavor that I so choose. My endeavor is health, fitness, and positivity. ❏

Q this would be one of many we would use. I always start my poetry with the word “Warriors” and then: Remember the door’s always open, the way is always clear, Desire left unspoken rings like thunder in your ear. But your passion must be controlled and your vision must be true, Still a future for those pure in heart will awaken yet in you. Climbing higher, ever higher to a place you’ve never been, Reach the summit, stand up tall and let your dream begin. That’s how I convey positivity to the world. I want to change the world des-

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adopting a village appreciation theme with free corn, lemonade, etc. This was exactly what I had always hoped it would be — a simple community picnic. So many events that are advertised as “family fun” are anything but. With over-inflated prices, if you are a family of five or more, it’s just too expensive. I, for one, am so happy that Wolverine Lake’s Parks and Recreation (Commission) has put the residents first — especially now, when so many are feeling the strains of the economy. How nice of them to extend a little “thank you” to the very residents that pay taxes, cut extra grass at the various lake accesses, build rafts, adopt rafts, build barges, take barges apart, put up and take down tents, and all the other various jobs that they are cajoled into volunteering for and do so because this is a great community to live in. However, it’s still nice to be appreciated and this “thank you” affair is long over due. Thank you! I want to volunteer! (And I also) love the new art display in downtown Walled Lake! John Sauve’s sculpture is just awesome next door to Eagle Graphics & Design on Pontiac Trail, but it is going to be spectacular when the sunflower field behind it blossoms into maturity. Good citizen Valerie Kemp of Wolverine Lake is doing a fabulous job selling her vision of “green” public art as a way to attract young home buyers and new business to our lakefront city. When you have a great little city like Walled Lake on a beautiful Lake with a quaint downtown, it would truly be a shame not to polish the heck out of this gem, even if you

have to do it with flowers! I can’t wait to see the city by bicycle in August as little gardens of yellow flowers spring up here and there. Kudos to Kemp and all the volunteers, including the ones from Orchard Grove Community Church that help make Kemp’s vision a reality. Hopefully (it will) grow on all levels. ❏

Taking on ‘reformers’ From Dave Waltz, Commerce Township: Pick up any newspaper these days and teachers are being portrayed as lazy and incompetent (people) who couldn’t care less about their students. Nothing could be further from the truth. By and large, teachers are extremely hard-working individuals who go the extra mile to help their students in and out of the classroom. What is true, however, is that people such as Gov. (Rick) Snyder, President (Barack) Obama, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan believe that market forces should dictate which schools are “good” and which schools are “bad.” They feel that competition, mainly based on standardized test scores, should dictate which schools survive and which schools go bust. What they fail to realize, however, is that a neighborhood school is often the backbone of a community and that schools should not be treated as retail stores which close down because a politician deems it as “failing.” Republican governors and other so-called school reformers, such as (former Florida Gov.) Jeb Bush and (former Washington D.C. Schools Chancellor) Michelle Rhee, are part of a nationwide effort to dismantle pub-

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uake on the Lake, one of Oakland County’s premier summertime events, is just around the corner, slated for July 16-17. For the first time in 42 years, the American Power Boat Association’s (APBA) National Inboard Hydroplane Championships will be held in Michigan as part of this summer’s 12th annual Quake on the Lake event, which has drawn over 350,000 spectators in the past decade. Last year alone about 35,000 spectators attended the event. “The APBA selected us for the National Championship — it’s like a prize we won,” said Quake on the Lake Board of Directors Chairman Dale Hampshire. “It’s all because the Quake has earned a reputation for being the fastest 1-mile course in North America by setting 17 world records in 11 years, which is very unusual. Racers accumulate more points here than any other races.” Approximately 120 racing teams are expected to compete this year. “Before we were one of the stops on the racing circuit, but this is the crowning glory of the National Championship,” Quake on the Lake Executive Director Suzanne Massey said. The weekend of fun and entertainment will be held on the cerulean waters of Pontiac Lake, right on the border of White Lake and Waterford townships, at the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area. Last year, the event spanned four days and included a carnival, but this year the organizers are underscoring the racing given the national championship competition. “Each year is unique in its own right,” Massey said. “Since we are hosting the national championship, we needed to focus on racing and doing what we do best, but it will still be jam-packed with fun.”

Having fun and supporting children The majority of the proceeds from Quake on the Lake benefit the 501(C)(3) charity known as the Rainbow Connection, which grants wishes to children in Michigan who have life-threatening or terminal illnesses and was founded by Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson. In the past, proceeds collected from Quake on the Lake have funded trips for children to Hawaii and Disney World. They’ve even been

Whole lot of quakin’ going on Quake on the Lake slated for July 16-17 at Pontiac Lake used to buy a pony for a little girl to use for therapy. “The whole event is wrapped around children and doing things for them like the Rainbow Connection, which focuses on children with challenges,” Hampshire said. Quake on the Lake organizers have doled out over $100,000 to various charities since the event’s inception. A portion of the 2011 proceeds will also be donated to community grassroots initiatives. Since its inception, Quake on the Lake has made contributions to organizations such as Jaycee and Lions clubs, local optimist clubs, high school sports teams, and the Veterans Canine Association. “We’ve donated money to canine handlers in Afghanistan by sending the Marine in charge items for himself and his dogs,” Hampshire said. This year, the Quake on the Lake team will be setting up a viewing tent for Oakland County Children’s Village so children can attend the event free of charge. “It will be a VIP tent for a few kids to watch the races, have some food and enjoy the event,” Hampshire said.

More than just speedy events Quake on the Lake organizers annually commit their energies and resources to ensure the event is a success by lining up a myriad of food vendors and diverse musical acts. Between 10 and 12 food vendors will be selling fare from hot dogs to BBQ summertime favorites, and from ice cream to slushes. “We’ll be serving up summertime foods for a variety of appetites and budgets,” Massey said. Alcohol will be sold courtesy of Budweiser, a huge supporter of the event for eight years. “It’s a great event for the community where people come out in droves every year,” Hampshire said. “Each year we try something new and the community really supports it.” Music fills the air beginning on July 16, several Michigan acts take the stage. The live concert schedule for July 16 is as follows: • 1 p.m. — The Verve Pipe’s “Family Album-Calling All Kids” special program just for children; • 2:30 p.m. — The Excluders;

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The boats and racing schedule A total of 10 boat classes will be competing on Saturday, July 16, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Races will be held on Sunday, July 17 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. The classes competing are as follows: • 1.5 Litre Stock; minimum length, 14 feet; class letter T or Y; engine, 900 to 1600 cc with various modification, methanol or racing gasoline. These are popular, small and economical boats. The 1.5 Litre Stock hydroplanes can hit 95 mph. They are typically powered by 4cylinder 1200 to 1500 cc Toyota engines and use ordinary pump gas. • 1.5 Litre Modified; minimum length, 14 feet; class letter T or Y; engine, 900 to 1600 cc with various modifications, methanol or racing gasoline. Anything goes on these highly-modified, 4-cylinder speed demons. Powered by pump gas or methanol to a top speed of 105 mph. • 2.5 Litre Stock; minimum length, 14 feet; class letter S; engine, stock 2000 or 2300 cc 4cylinder. The affordable 2.5 Litre Stock class boats can exceed 100 mph. Powered by 4-cylinder Ford engines (2000 cc or 2.3 litre) running on pump gas, the 2.5 Litre affords very exciting side-by-side racing at a reasonable cost.

• 2.5 Litre Modified; minimum length, 16 feet; class letter A; engine, fully modified 2.5 Litre displacement. Engines used are Ford, Alfa Romeo, BMW, Datsun, Fiero, Fontana and others. The 2.5 Litre Modified racer can hit speeds over 125 mph. A few restrictions apply. However, these hydros can use pump gas, methanol or aviation fuel, and engine alterations are limited only by the racer’s imagination. • 5 Litre; minimum length, 16 feet; class letter E; engine, 305 cu. in. stock Chevrolet or Ford V-8 2 BBI, carb, pump gas. Ford, Plymouth and Chevrolet stock V-8 engines power the 5 Litre Stock hydroplanes to speeds of 115 mph. These offer racing excitement on a budget. • National Modified: minimum length, 19 feet; class letter NM; engines, up to 368 cu. in. allowed, various modifications, methanol or racing gas. The National Modified hydro offers speeds of 140 mph. Many engine combinations are possible — from 4-cylinders to V-8s. • Grand National; minimum length 20 feet; class letter GNH; engine, V-8, various modifications up to 468 cu. in. racing gas. The Grand Nationals are one of the largest and fastest inboard classes. Their incredible speed (150 mph) and 70-foot roostertails make GNH races thrilling for drivers and fans alike. These 20plus-foot boats are powered by bigblock Ford, Chevrolet, Pontiac or Oldsmobile engines.

• Grand Prix; minimum length, 24 feet; class letter, GP; engine, big-block Chevy or Chrysler Hemi. At 170 mph, the Grand Prix hydroplanes are the fastest automotive-powered class in the world. Blown 510 ci, fire-breathing engines power the low-profile sleek hulls around the race course for an unforgettable show. • Jersey Skiffs; V-bottom 2-seater boats with unique design. • Vintage; antique boats, 30years-old and older that vary in class. The schedule for the hydroplane racing events is as follows: Saturday, July 16 • 10:30 a.m.: National Anthem • 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.: APBA Inboard Hydroplane National Championships — Testing • 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.: APBA Inboard Hydroplane National Championships — Qualifying, 1st Round Sunday, July 17 • 10 a.m.: National Anthem • 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.: APBA Inboard Hydroplane National Championships — Qualifying, 2nd Round • 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.: APBA Inboard Hydroplane National Championships — Finals The Pontiac Recreation Area will open each day at 9 a.m. Tickets cost $10 a day for adults, $5 for kids ages 5 to 12, and kids 4 and under are admitted free of charge. Pit passes for the races are $10 per person. The pit pass allows a person to witness all the “behind the scenes” action first-hand, see all the inboard race boats up close, and personally meet all of the race teams. Attendees can get to the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area by traveling along M-59 and heading north on Williams Lake Road, immediately west of the Oakland County International Airport. Turn left on Gale Road and look for the recreation area entrance. For state park Recreation Passport holders, there is no cost to enter the recreation area. Other spectators must purchase a day pass for the event. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area boasts a vast campground where spectators can roost for costs between $15 and $20 per site per day. Lawn chairs and blankets are allowed; however, no alcohol is allowed once inside the event grounds, and all coolers will be inspected. Participating Quake on the Lake sponsors include the Spinal Column Newsweekly and Oakland Lakefront. For a complete list and other information, visit www.quakeonthelake.org. ❏

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The last time the National Inboard Hydroplane Championships were held in Michigan was at Ford Lake near Ypsilanti in 1969. “Quake on the Lake is among Oakland County’s best quality-of-life events,” Patterson said. “To host the National Inboard Hydroplane Championships validates what a great event Quake on the Lake is.” The Pontiac Lake race course is recognized as the fastest 1-mile course in North America — 17 world speed records have been broken in 10 classes of inboard hydroplane races held during past Quake on the Lake events. The speed of the Pontiac Lake course can be attributed to the environment surrounding the lake. The natural shorelines and abundance of trees help to naturally protect the water from winds. This, in turn, provides a smooth course for competitors. “Racers come from all over the map,” said event Water Safety Coordinator Todd McQuade. “Everyone who was at the Walled Lake Thunder (races in June) will also be at the Quake because it’s a national points race.” This year’s hydroplane racing will feature classes that will run from 90 mph to those that approach 175 mph in the straightaways. The Eastern Divisional Championships were held at Pontiac Lake in 2009 and over 100 race teams attended from across the continent. “The Eastern Divisional earned us one of the highest point ratios in the country,” Hampshire said. McQuade has been integrally involved in the Quake on the Lake races for the past 12 years. “Basically if there’s an accident or wreck on the lake, I oversee what the tow boats do and how they do it,” he said. “I procure the on-water support.” As a result, Skiers Point in Waterford has donated around a dozen boats ranging from inboard ski boats to pontoons to use for support purposes.

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TRANSPORTATION By Leslie Shepard staff writer

he Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is gearing up to begin multiple bridge reconstruction projects on a state highway in the lakes area at some point soon, given the structures’ “structurally deficient” conditions. Four-fifths of the overall costs will be provided by federal sources, with the remaining 20 percent covered by MDOT. Total project costs are estimated at $15.5 million. The bridges that require repairs are located in the I-96 corridor between Milford Road and Kent Lake Road. The first bridge project will consist of work on the bridge over the Huron Valley Trail east of Milford Road. “Motorists will start to see activity between July 5 and mid-July. We have no firm date,” said MDOT Spokesperson Rob Morosi. “Initially there will be a crew out there, but they won’t be (closing) any lanes. “At the onset, they will be doing traffic control devices, signage, trail work, and getting barges out over the river. All these must be set up before the public sees them,” Morosi said. To mitigate the heavy stream of traffic in the area, MDOT will be diverting motorists via a movable barrier wall to maintain three lanes for eastbound I-96 traffic during peak hours on weekdays from 5 to 9 a.m. From 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., the barrier wall will be moved for westbound I-96 traffic. During non-peak hours, traffic will be limited to two lanes. During the project, the Huron River Trail will be closed between Pontiac Trail and I-96 to replace the bridge during 2011 and heading into 2012. A second project planned in 2011 is the I-96 bridge over Kent Lake Road. Again, MDOT will be erecting a movable barrier. A closure will be in place from the entrance ramp to westbound I-96 from Kent Lake Road. Once the barrier wall is erected, traffic will be detoured to Grand River and to Milford Road to get onto westbound I-96. Crews will also be reconstructing the substructure of this bridge to repair its support mechanisms. In 2012, MDOT will begin work on the driving surface over the Huron River Trail, Milford Road and Kent Lake Road. The round of bridge reconstruction projects will commence in early or mid-July, stop for the winter road construction shutdown in early December, and resume in the spring. Completion of all projects is expected by the end of November 2012. ❏

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Protecting area lakes Volunteers sought for Clean Boats, Clean Waters program By Tim Dmoch editor

volunteer-based program designed to educate the public about aquatic invasive species and help prevent the spread of invaders that can damage inland lake ecosystems is looking for a few good men and women. Managed through the Michigan Sea Grant — a cooperative program of the University of Michigan (U-M) and Michigan State University (MSU) — Clean Boats, Clean Waters program volunteers are organizing to educate boaters about where they are most likely to find invasive species on their vessels and related equipment. The trained volunteers help boaters inspect their equipment for aquatic invasive species at selected public and private boat ramps around the state, and can be identified by their blue Tshirts. The program is holding a free volunteer training session from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 23 at the Kensington Metropark Nature Center, according to training session organizer Paul Steen, a watershed ecologist with the Huron River Watershed Council (HRWC). Prospective volunteers should RSVP for the Kensington session by sending Steen an e-mail at psteen@hrwc.org. “Once a plant is in a lake and established, you’re pretty limited in what you can do about it,” he said. “You can try harvesting, but that can make it worse with fragmentation. You can try milfoil weevils, and that will manage the problem but won’t eradicate it. The best way to manage the spread is to find (an invasive species) as soon as possible, which greatly improves the changes of getting it out before it’s widespread. The other thing is to participate in a program like this, providing education to boaters to make them aware of what they’re transporting. If we can prevent boaters from moving plants around, we can can prevent or minimize the problem.” Paige Filice, a Clean Boats, Clean Waters program assistant, said volunteer training like the July 23 session at Kensington usually takes about three hours. “It’s really important for lake associations and individuals to realize they

can make a difference,” she said. “Even if a lake already has an invasive species — a weed or zebra mussels, for example — it’s cheaper to take preventive steps to stop the species than let it take over and then pay for it. You should be proactive, not just reactive. This is a very proactive program. We’re asking the public to do their part.” Clean Boats, Clean Waters participants first learn about the ecological damage caused by aquatic invasive species in Michigan — plants such as Eurasian watermilfoil, fish such as round gobies, animals such as zebra mussels, and microscopic zooplankton such as water fleas — all of which can disrupt aquatic ecosystems and hamper recreational boating. The volunteers then fan out to talk with boaters about the importance of preventing the spread of invasive plants and animals from one body of water to another. If boaters are receptive, the Clean Boats, Clean Waters volunteers conduct a quick demonstration to show boaters how to inspect boat hulls, live wells, props and other

equipment for invasive species and describe what to do if any are found. Volunteers also can demonstrate cleaning techniques for boats and trailers; and by sharing educational information about invasive species, they can make a vital contribution toward preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species. If a plant such as Eurasian watermilfoil is found tangled in a boat prop, Clean Boats, Clean Waters program volunteers remove the plant, seal it in plastic and send it to the Michigan Sea Grant Extension for identification and recording. Nearly 1 million recreational watercraft are registered in Michigan, and with more than 11,000 inland lakes larger than 5 acres and about 39,000 square miles of Great Lakes waters, many boaters hop from lake to lake to enjoy the state’s bounty of water resources. However, in the process, boaters can be a significant means of transport that spreads harmful invasive species from one waterway to another. That’s why Michigan Sea Grant and the Clean Boats, Clean

Waters volunteers are stepping up to educate the boating public. “We walk volunteers through the program and do a PowerPoint presentation on invasive species and what they are,” Filice said. “We bring in live specimens of the plants and go over a ton of materials. We give the volunteers a handbook and kit and advise them on how to talk to boaters and who to contact if they find anything. It’s really easy.” The Clean Boats, Clean Waters program was launched in 2005 and ran for three years before a loss of funding forced a hiatus. Now back in operation, the program has worked with two lake associations already this year and trained about 20 new volunteers. In the past, riparians from several Oakland County lakes have taken the Clean Boats, Clean Waters training, including those from Lotus, White, Crescent, Mohawk, Oakland, Indianwood, Voorheis, and Oxbow lakes, according to Filice. So, how do you know if you have what it takes to be a Clean Boats,

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AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE NO. 129 - FEE ORDINANCE Notice is hereby given that at a regular board meeting on June 21, 2011 the Charter Township of White Lake adopted amendments to Ordinance No. 129, Fee Ordinance. The amendments to the Ordinance were accepted by the Charter Township of White Lake on May 17, 2011 and adopted at the June 21, 2011 regular board meeting. ARTICLE I - AMENDMENT Section 5 - Ordinance No. 22: Water System Operating Ordinance A. Water Rate: Amend Quarterly Minimum Charge to Quarterly Customer Charge B. Fees: g. Fire Hydrant Use Permit amended to $150.00 h. Turn off/on Charge (each) added Mon. 9 a.m. to Fri. 5:00 p.m. Add: all other times $60,00 m. Meter Transmitter; add Transporter o. Delete Fire Department Water System Flow Test C. Privileges Fees: delete E. Amend Water Supply Connection to Water Connection Charges a. amended free to $5,700.00 b. add First Residential Equivalent Unit (REU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5,700.00 Each REU thereafter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$2,600.00 c. add the Water Connection Charges shall not apply to properties within developments where water supply connection fee was paid in advance, or to properties that are the subject of a water connection charge agreement approved by the Township. G. Delete Capital Surcharge I. Amend to Professional Services Fees a. Attorney Fees for Deferral of Water Charges Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$400.00 b. Fee for Township Attorney review of documents for watermain acceptance, $250 for first review. c. Amend Fee for Township Attorney for additional work/agreements...attorney standard hourly rate. d. Add Fee for Township Engineer for review of documents for watermain acceptance... $250,00 for first review...$100 for each review thereafter Section 22 - Ordinance No 108: Sewer Ordinance H. Add Professional Service Fees a. Fee for Township Attorney for review of documents for sanitary sewer extension acceptance… $250 for first review. Attorney standard hourly rate for each review thereafter b. Fee for Township Attorney for additional work/agreement…attorney standard hourly rate for each review thereafter c. Fee for Township Engineer for review of documents for sanitary sewer extension acceptance…$250.00 for first review…$100 for each review thereafter. Section 33 - Ordinance 33 Fire Department C. Add Fire Department Water System Flow Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$120.00 ARTICLE II - SEVERABILITY ARTICLE III - REPEALER ARTICLE V - EFFECTIVE DATE ARTICLE VI - ADOPTION This Ordinance will be in effect seven (7) days after publication. This Ordinance is available for purchase or inspection at the office of the Township Clerk at 7525 Highland Road, White Lake, Michigan during regular hours 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Monday through Friday, except holidays. Terry Lilley, Clerk SCN 7-6-11

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Clean Waters volunteer? According to program administrators, a Clean Boats, Clean Waters volunteer is: • Caring – wants people to enjoy water recreation and wants Michigan to be free of aquatic invasive species. • Friendly – interested in meeting new people and helping them. • Informed – understands the problems caused by aquatic invasive species. • A good communicator – able to explain the problem and demonstrate inspection and cleaning techniques. • Flexible – willing to volunteer on some weekends and holidays. • Physically able – healthy enough to inspect watercraft and trailers. • Reliable – ready, willing and able to make and keep a commitment to the program during boating season. • Accurate – able to record information for program organizers. Program’s volunteers receive all the training they’ll need to take an active role in halting the spread of invasive species and help educate others to do the same. The following tips are recommended whenever leaving a body of water in

order to stop the spread of invasive species: • Remove any visible mud, plants, fish or animals before transporting recreational equipment. • Drain water from equipment (boat, motor, trailer, live wells) before transporting. • Clean and dry anything that comes into contact with water (equipment, clothing, dogs, etc.). Dry equipment for at least five days. • Dispose of unwanted live bait in the trash. • Never release plants, fish or animals into a body of water unless they came out of that same body of water. Boaters who follow those tips will not only help prevent the proliferation of invasive species, they will also be complying with state and law and avoiding potential penalties for violations. Michigan law prohibits placing a boat, trailer, or boating equipment in Michigan waters with plant material attached, or possessing or transporting several live non-native fish and many non-native aquatic plants, including entire plants, fragments and seeds. For more information about the Clean Boats, Clean Waters program, click on www.miseagrant.umich.edu/cbcw. ❏

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LEGAL LEVEL 929.22 934.00 906.80 928.60 1016.63 930.00 1.08 933.00 949.30 966.70 930.70 949.30 957.50 930.50 942.75 962.83 932.80 949.30 951.00 928.60 927.07 930.80 950.00 1019.10 965.42

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STATE

Medical marijuana reforms Lawmakers call for sweeping changes in state’s existing law By Kirk Pinho assistant editor

n yet another move to revise the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act (MMMA), enacted by the state Legislature following an overwhelming statewide vote in favor of legalizing medical marijuana in 2008, lawmakers in Lansing have put forth a broad MMMA reform package that will be considered by the state House Judiciary Committee. The effort comes on the heels of a sweeping opinion by Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette that, among other things, stands with communities that are being legally challenged based on moratoriums or ordinances enacted in the wake of the MMMA’s passage. “We want to clear up the ambiguity involving the law and get the focus back to what people intended when they voted for this in 2008 to assure that medical marijuana is available for patients who truly need it,” state Rep. John Walsh (R-Livonia), chairman of the House Judiciary Kowall Committee, stated in a press release. “We are aiming to end the practice of doctors profiting from what is essentially the backdoor legalization of marijuana, which was not the intent of the law.” Among other things, the bills would require “traditional doctorpatient relationships” in an effort to curb a practice in which some doctors certify patients for the drug without seeing the patient or knowing the patient’s medical history, as well as prohibit patient-to-patient transactions of medical marijuana. The bills, sponsors said, would clarify municipal zoning guidelines in light of the confusion communities across the state are experiencing with the law. House Bills (HBs) 4850 through

4856 were introduced Thursday, June 30. In addition, the legislation would prohibit the transport or possession of medical marijuana in a car or other motor vehicle unless it is enclosed in a case, in the trunk, or inaccessible from the interior of the vehicle, as well as prohibit a person from advertising for primary caregiver services, or offers to sell, transfer, or make available medical marijuana. State Reps. Chuck Moss (ROrchard Lake), Gail Haines (RWaterford, West Bloomfield), Eileen Kowall (R-Highland, White Lake), and Hugh Crawford (R-Walled Lake, Wixom) have all sponsored or signed on as co-sponsors of some of the bills in the legislative package. Moss equated the MMMA’s current language to a state law “saying people can drive but there are no traffic laws.” “It’s a sensitive subject because

the people voted to let there be medicine for sick people,” he said. “That’s what they want, not to legalize pot smoking, not to have this be Amsterdam.” “The package as a whole would not go against the wishes of the voters, but it would refine and narrow the scope,” Kowall said. “There’s just been huge holes in the the law the way it is now and unfortunately” people have been taking advantage of that, she added. “Fifty-five doctors have certified 70 percent” of medical marijuana patients, she said, citing a published news report. Kowall is the lead sponsor on HB 4852, which would prohibit the cultivation or possession of marijuana plants in a facility at a location that is in violation of a local zoning ordinance prohibiting medical marijuana cultivation facilities. “I know the local governments have had a really hard time trying to

deal with this,” Kowall said. “My bill would basically allow them the ability to zone in such a way that they could have an ordinance that would not allow for growing or facilities that grew, cultivated, or stored (medical marijuana).” Communities across the lakes area have enacted moratoriums on medical marijuana and extended them repeatedly, oftentimes saying that they are waiting for the state Legislature to provide some added clarification to the statute that received 63 percent of the vote as a ballot initiative in 2008. Because the MMMA is a voter-initiated law, a three-fourths vote of both chambers of the state Legislature would be required to pass some of the bills. Crawford and state Rep. Lisa Brown (D-West Bloomfield, Commerce, Wolverine Lake) couldn’t be reached for comment prior to press time. ❏

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POLITICS

McCotter joins crowded GOP presidential field By Kirk Pinho assistant editor

U.S. Rep. Thaddeus McCotter (RWaterford, White Lake, Highland, Milford, Commerce, Wolverine Lake, Walled, Wixom) is bucking skeptics who think he doesn’t have the name recognition or fund-raising abilities to be a serious candidate for the U.S. presidency, and is throwing his hat into the ring for the GOP nod. McCotter, first elected to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2002, made his presidential campaign official on Saturday, July 2, after filing paperwork with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) the day before. The five-term McCotter Congressman joins a crowded Republican presidential field in which former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is considered the frontrunner for the GOP nod. “There is still room for another message, another candidate,” McCotter said in an interview with the Spinal Column Newsweekly yesterday, Tuesday, July 5. The most recent campaign finance report filed with the FEC, dated May 18, shows McCotter’s Congressional Committee had a total of $478,780 in cash on hand and had raised a total of $32,920 this election cycle. “That’s why we have campaigns,” he said, adding that social networking — like in the successful Obama 2008 campaign — will play a role in his run for the White House. “Too many people make the mistake of putting money before the message.” Defending his support of the federal government’s intervention in the auto industry, McCotter said that “we have to be a nation that produces wealth. We have to manufacture, we have to farm.” Also raising the issues of Iran and China, as well as what he called “the intrusion of federal judges and bureaucrats” into people’s daily lives, McCotter said that 14 million unemployed nationally and a lack of credit flowing in the economy are top priorities in his campaign. McCotter joins former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich, U.S. Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minnesota), former Godfather’s Pizza CEO Herman Cain, former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, and Texas Congressman Ron Paul in the Republican field of candidates. ❏

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Patterson unveils county spending plan for 2011-12 By Kirk Pinho assistant editor

Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson has released his proposed spending plan for the county for the next three budget cycles and will make a budget presentation to the Board of Commissioners tonight, Wednesday, July 6, to outline his proposal. General Fund/General Purpose revenue and expenditures for Fiscal Year (FY) 2011-12, which begins Oct. 1, are proposed at $412 million, with the total budget representing $795.19 million in revenue and expenditures. For FY 2012-13, the General Fund/General Purpose revenue and expenditures are recommended at $413.9 million, with the total budget coming in at $784 million. For FY 2013-14, the General Fund/General Purpose revenue and expenditures are recommended Patterson at $421.17 million, with the total budget coming in at $791.3 million. In each of those fiscal year’s General Fund/General Purpose outlays, property taxes represent the largest source of revenue, coming in at an estimated $198.3 million in FY 2011-12, and an estimated $196.3 million in FY 201213 and 2013-14. Charges for intergovernmental services are expected to represent about 25 percent of the county’s General Fund/General Purpose revenue in the next three fiscal years, under the proposed budget. In those same three budgets, salaries and fringe benefits for county employees represent more than half of the county’s expected spending, coming in at around $272 million for all three years. “Unbelievably, amid all the unrest and upheaval worldwide, there are initial signs that an economic recovery has begun here in Michigan,” reads Patterson’s budget executive summary. “Similar to the national recovery, Michigan’s economic recovery is also forecasted to be a slow one which will take many years to restore lost jobs and property values. We are grateful that after a very difficult decade, our economy is finally turning in the right direction. We look forward to promising economic prospects on the horizon for our county.” ❏

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EDUCATION

Food service supervisor retires after 29 years By Angela Niemi staff writer

hile some food may always remain standard staples in school cafeterias, there’s no doubt that many changes have been made over the past three decades in what students eat while receiving their education. And as Walled Lake Schools Food Services Supervisor for the past 29 years, Kathleen Yesh has seen many of these changes during her tenure with the district, which came to an end on Thursday, June 30. “The food and options we serve now are a lot different than what we had in the 1970s,” she said. “For example, back in the 1970s, the only milk available was whole milk. Today, we have 1-percent, skim, and a bunch of other options.” However, the biggest change Yesh remembers involves water. “I remember when the first sales representative came in with bottled water, and I thought at the time, ‘What a funny thing. You can just turn on the sink and get water out of a tap for free.’ Back then, who would’ve thought bottled water would sell,” Yesh said. With over 30 years spent in food services in the state of Michigan, Yesh

‘Points of Pride’ in HVS showcase district successes The Huron Valley School District (HVS) is beaming as it looks back at the list of accomplishments achieved over the 2010-11 school year. “Points of Pride” are a culmination of Huron Valley achievements by staff, administration, students and student groups throughout the district. The district recognized as Points of Pride the adoption of a new 21st century curriculum; purchasing technology to support programming; revising the Technology Education course; piloting online learning labs; and developing leadership programming. In standardized testing, all district Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) scores exceeded state averages on all 18 tests, and exceeded or met county averages in 17

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said she just felt it was “time to retire.” However, she said she will miss being a part of the students’ lives and nutritional well-being. “You really feel like you are con-

tributing to the success of the students by providing food nutrition and making sure they aren’t hungry so they can concentrate on their studies,” she said. “I will miss the won-

derful staff of people. I’ve made some wonderful friendships with my staff and other food service directors in Wayne and Oakland counties.” ❏

out of 18 tests. Moreover, 2010 district Michigan Merit Exam (MME) scores exceed Oakland County averages in all areas except math; however, even in math, the Huron Valley average matched the county average. Student achievement can be gauged by the 116 AP scholars named. Four student teams earned the accolade of state champion, including both the Milford High School (MHS) boys and girls boardercross teams; the MHS equestrian team; and the district’s HOT Team. Moreover, the College Board noted the district’s role as a leader in the nation when it named it to the AP Achievement List for significant gains in achievement. HVS was one of only 388 school districts nationwide to be honored by the College Board. White Lake Middle School teacher Chris Walker was awarded Oakland County Outstanding Teacher of the Year honors, and the Lakeland High

School counselors received, for the first time in Michigan, the top counseling award. The district also realized significant gains in graduation rates while dropout rates decreased thanks to the the continued efforts of the GRAD 100 program. ❏

and the recreation of a “Grease” style drag race. The students said they wanted to highlight the car while also showing their creativity. “We were asked in May to be a part of this project. It has local high schools pair up with a local Ford dealer,” said Jesse McLean, who teaches the class at Kettering. “The students did a fantastic job and came up with the concept. Suburban Ford of Waterford (provided) us a Focus.” The video students that participated were Christian Kettenbeil, Darin Wiltse, Brittney Antonelli, Liz Rosalez, Matthias Rehling, David Corlett, Chris Polidan and Cam Schultz. Language arts student Cory Pavle also participated. Votes are now being taken online at fordfocusonschools.com, with the top 10 videos receiving cash prizes. McLean said the Kettering students’ video is currently in fifth-place and that voting ends on Friday, July 15. ❏

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Although the Julie Run just turned 18-years-old last month, its namesake, Julie LeBlanc, is approaching her 80th birthday this month — which LeBlanc said is a good reason step down from being the coordinator of the event. “I wanted to step aside while I’m still kicking,” said the soon-tobe octogenarian. “I’ve been working on it diligently for LeBlanc 18 years. I just think it’s time for someone else to take over — hopefully, someone who will continue to take (the event) in a positive direction and who will keep the tradition going.” The Julie Run is the Open Door Outreach Center’s annual 5K race held at Walled Lake Northern High

School to raise money to help provide food, clothing, and financial assistance for those in need. In the past few years, the race has expanded to include a 10K race and several food drives. “It’s a much needed fund-raiser for Open Door so that we can keep providing the services that we’ve been providing the past 31 years,” LeBlanc said. “I’m hoping someone will step up to the plate and give it a try. It’s a lot of work but a lot of fun. It’s gratifying every year to see how much you can raise for Open Door. Even after the race is over, we still continue to get money from people wanting to help.” According to LeBlanc, they are looking to those who have previously volunteered for the Julie Run to take the helm, as well as others already involved in the community. “Although we haven’t picked anyone yet, I’m looking to meet with a few people next week and go over some details and to see if they want to take over the job,” she said. While LeBlanc will no longer oversee the race, she said she plans to remain a trustee on Open Door’s board, which she has been a part of since it was created. ❏

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LAKES AREA NEWS

Vets’ memorials to benefit July 9 from fund-raiser By Leslie Shepard staff writer

ikers will be blazing through the lakes area on Saturday, July 9 in support the 5th annual Ride for Michigan Fallen Heroes Lest They Be Forgotten (LTBF) Freedom Ride. Motorcycle enthusiasts will gather at VFW Post No. 4156, located at 321 Union Lake Road in White Lake Township, at noon to begin the journey. Registration begins at 9 a.m. Costs are $20 per rider and $5 per passenger. Proceeds benefit the Fallen Heroes Memorial Foundation that was formed to erect monuments around the state honoring those soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice for America. This year there are three monument projects being undertaken. Most likely the freedom ride funds will be steered toward a Clare, Mich. project “Our first ride helped pay off the memorial at the VFW in Union Lake, where the ride originated,” said ride captain and founder of the event Jerry Guest. “This year, two of the projects are in limbo because no one has done the fund-raising in the community. The closest one to reach its goal is in Clare.” Communities must ante up $10,000 prior to the foundation stepping in to complete a project. Last year the LTBF Freedom Ride grossed almost $6,000, according to Guest. “We received several donations from between eight and nine VFW posts throughout Michigan,” Guest said. Guest’s role is planning out the route of the trip, which averages 70

Resurfacing work along M-59 will cost $4 million By Angela Niemi staff writer

Just as brushing your teeth a couple times a day can save you the trouble of an expensive root canal, periodically resurfacing roads can save them from completely deterio-

The Misty Blues, the only all-female skydiving team in the world, are returning to participate in the 5th annual Lest They Be Forgotten (LTBF) Freedom Ride. Team members are expected to land behind VFW Post No. 4156 in White Lake Township with a massive U.S. flag. (Photo from The Misty Blues website)

to 90 miles in circumference. “Each year it’s different,” he said. “When I layout the route, I make sure it’s as safe as possible and contact each police department along the route. We’re one of the few non-stop, police-escorted rides in the county.” Guest’s wife, Kandy, coordinates the details by soliciting sponsors. Morris Motors in Commerce Township is a major backer of the event. The round trip reroutes bikers back to the ride’s spot of origin, where they are given a lunch free of charge. This year the meal is comprised of pulled pork sandwiches, chicken, potato

salad, and lemonade. Pop and water are available for purchase. The Guests have lined up entertainment for this year’s participants, as well. R & R Double Take, a country music duo, will perform for over an hour. Also returning this year are the Misty Blues, the only all-female skydiving team in the world. “They will land in the backyard of the VFW and jump with a 5,000square-foot (U.S.) flag hanging off the back of the harness,” Jerry said. A ride-in bike show will also be part of the event. Bikers park their bikes anywhere at the VFW lot where a

judge will award first-, second- and third-place awards for the most spectacular bikes. A 50-50 raffle will also be held. Each participant will be given a ride pin and event T-shirt. The public is invited to come and see the skydivers and motorcycles free of charge. Tax deductible donations can be made payable to Fallen Heroes Memorial Foundation and mailed to 711 Reynolds Drive, Waterford, Mich., 48328. Credit card donations can be made at fallenheroesmemorialfoundation.org. ❏

rating and costing a fortune. It’s all about being proactive, which is why M-59 will be resurfaced by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) next month in White Lake Township. According to township Planning Director Sean O’Neil, M-59 will be resurfaced from Williams Lake Road all the way to the township’s western border east of Duck Lake Road. That’s at least the work being conducted in White Lake.

O’Neil said that some of the resurfacing will go “well into Highland” Township as the entire project spans from Williams Lake Road to Tipsico Lake Road. In addition, some of the intersections will be upgraded with new signals and ramps for pedestrian use. “From my understanding, it’s not every intersection, but just those that haven’t been updated for a while,” O’Neil explained.

The entire project is estimated to cost around $4 million. “From what I understand, this is just a fraction of a cost of what it would take to completely rebuild a road,” O’Neil said. “M-59 throughout the township is in a decent condition. However, from my understanding, resurfacing the road is done periodically to extend the life of the road. It’s easier and cheaper to do if the road is in a decent con-

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Wolverine Lake businessmen praise village By Leslie Shepard staff writer

lmost 20 years ago, Tom and Chris Roumayah’s parents helped them purchase the Wolverine Lake Party Store, a lakeside staple for area residents. “We were young, excited and a bit raw when we bought the business,” said Chris Roumayah. “We had no idea at the time that this business would bring us some of the most meaningful and special relationships we would ever come to know.” The Roumayah brothers followed their father’s example. Their father owned a meat market at I94 and Gratiot, and the pair would work alongside him. In doing so, they learned the trade. “At the beginning, my dad guided us,” Chris Roumayah said. “The first thing my dad taught us was to become friends with our customers. I give all the credit to my mom and dad. “ The brothers bought the shop in 1991 and immediately began remodeling in small doses by cleaning up the store and making cosmetic enhancements. “It was in horrible shape, and rundown,” Chris Roumayah said. “Our first order of business was to make the payments to the bank. Our dad made sure we lived at home and shared a beater car. We only made $50 a week and worked 70 hours a week.” Now the pair work about 55 hours a week each and employ a few part-time workers, but still split the management and operational tasks between themselves. “Tom and I have a great working relationship — it’s been

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dition rather than destroyed. It’s basically a project for preventative maintenance.” While the project is slated to take place between Aug. 15 and Sept. 15, a ribbon-cutting ceremony is set to take place at noon on Aug. 1 at the White Lake Township offices. And although the project is

Chris Roumayah (left) and Tom Roumayah learned from their father while working at the family’s meat market at I-94 and Gratiot. Now after 20 years of owning and operating the Wolverine Lake Party Store, the brothers are thanking the community for helping make the business a success. (Spinal Column Newsweekly photo/Stefano Ferri)

remarkably smooth over a 20-year period,” Chris Roumayah said. The store predominantly sells pop, candy, beer, and convenience items, but the wine business has grown in the last decade. “Before there was no wine business, but it is steadily picking up,” expected to take at least a month, most of the work is to be done at night, between 7 p.m. and 6 a.m. with intermittent lane closures when necessary. However, those lane closures are not expected to take place during peak traffic hours. “There’s not supposed to be any closures on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. — essentially during the rush hour periods during the week,” O’Neil said. ❏

Chris Roumayah said. Over the last six years, plans to expand the business were placed on the back burner. “We wanted to build apartments on top and move the business over, but we decided not to take a chance on the economy,” he said.

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Eventually the brothers settled on a smaller scale plan to install a cozy kitchen to serve up simple meals such as subs, salads, deli sandwiches, and pizza as a secondary item. “We will grow it as we go and see what the initial profits are,” Chris said. Today the store continues to thrive. “We never knew the friendships we would encounter, the families we would come to love and the community that would be so warm to us,” Chris Roumayah said. “It’s amazing to look back upon it now.” Thanks to the trio of boat docks adjacent to the store, the brothers can bank on a steady stream of customer boat traffic during the summer. “We’re on the water, so people can pull up and shop,” Tom Roumayah said. “It’s wonderful to see boats pull up loaded with kids who all want to come to the store to buy novelty candy and ice cream,” Chris Roumayah added. He said he considers himself a “total kid guy,” and knows each kid by name. “We’ve been here 20 years so I’ve seen these kids grow up into fine men and women,” he said. As for improvements to the store itself, the owners are currently in the middle of adding new counter tops and cabinets. Both brothers agree they are grateful to the community for the rock solid business it has provided over the past 20 years. “These are good, family people who are comfortable here. Our business is strong because of that,” Tom Roumayah said. “The response to us has been overwhelming and kind,” Chris Roumayah said. “They took to us immediately and through the years we’ve built strong friendships and relationships with our customers and the community. We’re like a family.” ❏ facturing academic camp at Ferris State University in Big Rapids this summer. The experience is intended to acclimate students to manufacturing, tooling, plastics and design technology so they can determine if careers in those fields resonate with them. Walled Lake Western High School staff assisted a committee recommending students for the camp. PAGE 26 ❯ ❯ ❯ ❯

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with Century Construction; Rick Bacon with United Water, and his ❯ ❯ ❯ ❯ PAGE 25 wife, Lynn; and Michigan Office The students selected will be seniors Maintenance. Costs are $500 per student to in the fall. The experience is a learning tool that could catapult them to attend. “It’s a great opportunity to see attending Ferris’ two- or four-year what manufacturing and these programs in those areas. Over the other disciplines have to offer,” long haul, each student could earn Kennedy said. “Students will return an internship in the city, where the with an understanding of college life need is great for these types of and set up their courses to follow technological jobs. that type of curriculum.” “We want to see this program The foundation’s efforts in the grow exponentially,” said Community Foundation Chairman Nick Kennedy. community not only benefits the “We have so many employers in our students, but city businesses as well. town looking for this skill set and “We want to retain our youth already have four of the kids set up and we need a skilled labor force to with internships in Wixom.” draw from,” Kennedy said. “The The Wixom Community students benefit with a career Foundation was established last choice and the opportunity to make October to enhance the quality of good money.” life and enhance the spirit of the The Wixom Community Wixom area through community Foundation plans to award a pair of leadership and stewardship of $2,500 college scholarships to stuendowment funds and donations. dents attending Ferris State Initially David Connell, owner of Adept Plastic Finishing, Inc., ponied up University, one for the fall semester and the other for the spring. a donation to fund the Wilfred “Wixom is a great community — Scholarship Fund that supports the there are always people wanting to Ferris State University summer camp. help and get involved,” Kennedy Other companies in the city followed suit, including Chad Zamler said. ❏

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Training exercise highlights rescue team’s prowess By Michael Shelton staff writer

The West Bloomfield Fire Department’s Technical Rescue Team put its skills to the test during live training exercises that took place at a township water tower on Commerce Road Tuesday, June 28 and Wednesday, June 29. “This was the culmination of events that the rescue team has been participating in. They’ve been around for about eight to nine years and they train throughout the year,” said West Bloomfield Fire Chief Jay Wiseman. “We have 16 members on the rescue team. All of our firefighters have rescue training, but some are more specialized.” The training exercise that took place involved rescuing a person pretending to be injured and stranded over 100 feet inside the water tower. The crews were able to reach the victim through an interior vertical climb up to a catwalk, where they were able to deliver medical care, as well as rescue ropes and harnesses to send the victim down below to safety. Although the township posted signs stating that a training exercise was taking place, some passersby mistook it for an actual rescue, according to Wiseman. But, he said the exercise was necessary because there are cellular phone antennae at the tower and people working on them can become injured or stranded. The technical rescue team also trains and provides responses for situations including elevated rescues, building collapses, entrapped individuals and confined space rescues involving underground pipes, vaults and construction trenches. The crew responds with a rescue trailer that contains supplies ranging from drills, pumps and saws to

Lake board in the crosshairs of some in Walled Lake A group of Walled Lake residents are determined to dissolve the Walled

Members of the West Bloomfield Township Fire Department’s Technical Rescue Team engaged in training last week at a township water tower located on Commerce Road near Union Lake Road. The training exercise that took place involved rescuing a person pretending to be injured and stranded over 100 feet inside the water tower. (Photo submitted by West Bloomfield Township Fire Chief Jay Wiseman)

air supplies and hydraulic equipment. Wiseman added that crew members built the interior of the trailer themselves. He said there would be more training exercises in the future and that there would also be a special event at the Jewish Community Center on Tuesday, July 26 at 1 p.m. It is there that Jewish Senior Living

will be donating technical rescue equipment to the crew called Bauman Screamer Suits, which will allow elevated rescues with a crew of two firefighters suspended from a ladder truck. “We can then perform rescues similar to the ones during the Hechtman Senior Apartment fire in 2007,” Wiseman said. ❏

Lake Improvement Board by appealing to city officials for a recount of signed petitions. During a June Walled Lake City Council meeting, the group strongly urged the city’s governing body to schedule a public hearing, a stepping stone to quash the lake improvement

board. Some riparian and backlot property owners have voiced opposition not only to paying special assessment fees to pay for the lake improvement board’s aquatic weed management plan, but also the methods by which the lake would be treated after engi-

neering consultants recommended a mix of herbicide and harvesting methods to eradicate invasive weeds. After months of public hearings and discussion, a special assessment district (SAD) was approved in June 2010. According to state statute, the lake improvement board can be dismantled if the governing body of each local unit of government in which all or part of the lake is located — in this case, Walled Lake and Novi — holds a public hearing on the proposed dissolution, determines that the lake board is no longer necessary for the improvement of the lake because the reasons for the establishment of the lake board no longer exist, and approves the dissolution of the lake board; or if two-thirds of the free holders who own land abutting the lake agree to disband it. If the board is dissolved, it can still assess property owners for any costs incurred to date. Walled Lake resident Steven Loe drafted a letter to the Walled Lake City Council stating that he has collected over 557 signatures from those who want the lake improvement board dissolved, stating the board’s methods have been “misguided.” The signatures have not been verified. Lakes Area Homeowners Association President Gerry Anderson refutes Loe’s claims that most of Walled Lake’s riparian and backlot property owners don’t support the lake improvement board. “We have 90 families that belong to the association and the consensus is that we are very much in favor of the lake board’s actions,” he said. “This small group is presenting false information to citizens and using scare tactics.” “We’ve had three professional studies that show a weed problem exists and the treatments are FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) and DNR (Michigan Department of Natural Resources) approved, so it’s beyond safe-guarded,” Anderson said. Loe stated that both Novi and Walled Lake residents have reversed their stance on the lake board’s formation, adding that many didn’t understand the SAD nor weed treatment ramifications. However, the lake board conducted a number of public hearings prior to setting an assessment roll and presented information for public purview. “They held between six and eight hearings for 1.5 years and also invited the lake board and both city councils to address specific questions,” said

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Waterford man’s heroics during fire honored by board By Leslie Shepard staff writer

When an apartment fire ignited on March 8 at the Inn at Cass Lake, a senior residential complex in the area of Cass Lake and Pontiac Lake roads in Waterford Township, employee Ernie Woodward threw caution to the wind in an effort to save an elderly patient. To honor Woodward’s bravery, the Waterford Township Board of Trustees presented him with a Community Hero Lifesaving Award on Monday, June 27. When a fire alarm sounded in the complex four months ago, Woodward set out to trace the source of the fire. He proceeded to gain entry to a burning residential unit, where he saw the patient engulfed in flames. He immediately extinguished the fire and then quarantined the apartment to impede it from spreading to other units. “He put out the fire on the patient, contained the fire and put himself in danger to save a person’s life,” said Waterford Fire Department Battalion Chief Ron Spears. Within minutes, the Waterford Township Fire Department arrived on the scene and transported the patient to a nearby hospital. No one else sustained injuries. “The man had burns on his upper extremities, but made a full recovery,” Spears said. The complex sustained water damage from the sprinkler system’s automatic activation, as well as smoke damage. A group of others responded in tandem with Woodward to make sure residents were sheltered and, if need be, escorted out of harm’s way, Spears said. Waterford Township honors acts of heroism a few times a year, depending on the situation. “We have a valor committee who recognizes citizens and firefighters

The Open Door Outreach Center and Resale Store, located at 7170 Cooley Lake Road in Waterford, held a garage sale on Thursday, June 30. The organization offers special assistance programs and supplemental services to the needy in area communities, including Waterford, White Lake, West Bloomfield, Commerce, Walled Lake, and parts of Wixom. You can visit their website at www.opendooroutreachcenter.com. (Spinal Column Newsweekly photo/Stefano Ferri)

for their heroic deeds like those of Ernie Woodward,” Spears said. The Waterford Township Fire Department Valor and Service Awards Committee launched the Community Hero Lifesaving Award Program in 2008 to recognize individuals or groups who make contributions or perform courageous acts related to fire or emergency medical service. The event must take place within the township. Awardees are nominated by

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Board to consider changes to home occupation rules The Milford Township Planning Commission has approved sending an amendment to the township’s

home occupation ordinance before the Board of Trustees for consideration at its Wednesday, July 20 meeting. The Planning Commission began discussing changes to the ordinance back in August 2010, with Commissioner and Township Board Liaison William Mazzara saying that the current ordinance is outdated and that revisions are in order. Other commissioners also noted that the current ordinance doesn’t address residents working out of their homes, changes in technology, and current economic trends. After the issue was first raised last August, it was tabled for the next two Planning Commission meetings before coming up again in January. In February, the commissioners discussed issues such as defining commercial vehicles, the effects of signage and commercial vehicles on residential characteristics, and how to regulate the number of commercial vehicles on a single parcel. In March, the commissioners decided that it would be best to strengthen the ordinance’s current language and restructure the rules to make enforcement more effective. In April, the commission then moved to have the township’s engineering firm, Wade-Trim, write up a draft home occupation ordinance for the commission to review. Prior to discussion on Thursday, June 30, when the referral to the township board took place, the commission held a public hearing regarding home occupations and home-based businesses. A copy of the amendment to the township’s ordinance was not available at press time Tuesday, July 5, but is expected to be available before the township board’s next meeting. ❏

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COMMUNITY LIFE academic honors ❐ Justin Amara-Parent of Highland Township has been named to the Dean’s List for the Winter 2011 Semester by the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. Amara-Parent is a Junior with a major in aerospace engineering and is a former graduate of Lakeland High School in White Lake Township. He is the son of Lenard Parent and Gina Amara of Highland. ❐ Elizabeth Ferszt, Ph.D. of West Bloomfield Township was selected last month to participate in the annual reading and scoring of the College Board’s Advanced Placement Examination in English Literature in Louisville, Kent. This is quite a serious responsibility, as the College Board’s Advanced Placement Examination gives more than 1.8 million capable high school students an opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses and examinations. ❐ Columbia College Chicago in Chicago, Ill. has announced that the following students have been named to the Dean’s List for the 2011 Spring Semester: Rilee Chastain of Commerce Township; Brittany Knight of Milford, Gracie Vespa of West Bloomfield Township, and Sarah Colbert of White Lake Township. ❐ Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Mich., has announced that Casey Routledge of Commerce Township has been named a recipient of a Faculty Scholarship. He is the son of Dave and Dari Routledge and a recent graduate of Walled Lake Northern High School. To be considered for a Faculty Scholarship, the recipient must have a 3.6 high school grade point average, a minimum ACT score of 29 and have attended a scholarship competition. This award is renewable for three additional years with a minimum of a 3.5 GPA or better. ❐ Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Mich., has announced that Moriah Muscaro of Commerce Township has been named a recipient of a Presidential Scholarship. She is the daughter of David and Rhonda Muscaro

and a recent graduate of Walled Lake Northern High School. To be considered for a Presidential Scholarship, the recipient must have a 3.8 high school grade point average, a minimum ACT score of 32 and have attended a scholarship competition. This award is renewable for three additional years with a minimum of a 3.5 GPA or better. ❐ Lawrence Technological University in Southfield has announced that the following students have been named to the Dean’s Honor Roll for the Spring 2011 term: Ryan Baeder, Levente Dojcsak, Jordan Golles, and Alan Werney of Commerce Township; Sara Ruggles of Highland Township; David Smith of Keego Harbor; Michelle Hier, Matthew Newton, and Aaron Czajka of Milford; Andrew Bauer, Jonathan Dishmon, Andrew Lucas, and Adrienne Roach of Novi; William Robertson and Sarah Savatora of Walled Lake; James Cabalum, Eric Faccenda, Brandon Olsen, Edward Schatz of Waterford; Jennifer Arafat, Elliott Disner, Michael Klumb, Justin Mitchell, Olesya Motovylyak, and Christopher Yono of West Bloomfield Township; Ashley Maier, Kyle Gonzalez, and Robert Ramirez of White Lake Township; and Kevin Caldwell and Klaudio Hoxha of Wolverine Lake. ❐ Miami University of Oxford, Ohio, has announced that Adrianne Janet Baughman of Commerce Township has received a bachelor’s degree in business; William Emens Haines of Lake Angelus has received a bachelor’s of arts degree; Jonathon Andrew Falvo of Novi has received a Bachelor’s of science degree; Kelsey Christine Thomas of Novi has received a bachelor’s degree in health and sport studies; Matthew Edward Raukar of Sylvan Lake has received a bachelor’s degree in business; Ryan Nolan Dempsey of West Bloomfield Township has received a bachelor’s of arts degree; and Thomas Michael Foster of West Bloomfield has received a bachelor’s degree in business Cum Laude.

community honors ❐ Laura Wartel, an Eastern Michigan University freshman from West Bloomfield Township, features sculpture inspired by nature in the July gallery exhibit at Huron Valley Council for the Arts. Wartel’s exhibit, entitled “It’s Just My Nature: Sculptures by Laura Wartel,” starts with a free opening reception in the HVCA’s gallery, located at 205 W. Livingston Road in Highland Township, from 7-9 p.m. Friday, July 8. Those attending the

reception will have the opportunity to meet the artist and buy her work while enjoying light refreshments. The artist, who currently is pursuing a bachelor’s of fine arts degree at EMU, received multiple scholastic awards for her artwork throughout high school, including 2009’s West Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce Big Fish event. She also took part in the following 2008, 2009 and 2010 exhibitions: the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center Exhibit and Bloomfield Hills Schools District Art Show; and in 2009 and 2010, her work was displayed in the Scholastic Art Awards Exhibit. The exhibit also may be viewed during HVCA’s regular gallery hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays through July 30.

business notes movers/shakers promotions ❐ The Huron-Clinton Metropolitan Authority (HCMA) has named Kimberly A. Jarvis of Milford the district park manager for the western district (Kensington, Indian Springs, Huron Meadows, Hudson Mills, Dexter-Huron and Delhi Metroparks). Jarvis is a 35-year Metroparks employee who began her career with the HCMA in 1976 as a part-time tollbooth operator at Kensington Metropark while attending college. She was hired fulltime as the operations clerk at Kensington Metropark in 1984, operations clerk and assistant park superintendent at Lake Erie Metropark in 1989, and assistant park superintendent of Hudson Mills, Huron Meadows, Indian Springs, Delhi and Dexter-Huron Metroparks in 1991. In 1997, she became the first woman named to a park superintendent post at the Metroparks when she was named park superintendent of Hudson Mills, Huron Meadows, Indian Springs, Delhi and Dexter-Huron. She became park superintendent of Kensington Metropark in 2009. Jarvis received a bachelor’s degree in political science

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changes ❐ Our Lady of Refuge Parish in West Bloomfield Township has announced that Robert Pyles has been named the new principal of Our Lady of Refuge School. Pyles is well known in the community, having spent 20 years as an administrator in the West Bloomfield School District, including the principal position at Scotch Elementary School, Abbott Middle School and West Bloomfield High School. He is known for his excellent leadership skills, active involvement in daily school workings, and for bringing out the best in students and faculty. He has guided the schools in reading initiatives, math programs and instituted additional instructional programs that ensure success for his students.

transitions awards ❐ St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac was named among the top 5 percent of U.S. hospitals that excelled in the treatment of women’s health by HealthGrades, a national independent source of physician information and hospital quality outcomes. In addition to naming St. Joseph Mercy Oakland for its Women’s Health Excellence Award, the agency also gave the hospital a five-star rating in women’s health. For more information on health services offered at St. Joseph Mercy Health System, please visit www.stjoeshealth.org

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50 YEARS AGO July 6, 1961 About 300 families enjoyed the Second Annual Knights of Columbus Family Picnic that was held Sunday, June 25. The morning activities consisted of pony rides, a midway with nine skill games included, a bow and arrow shoot, a BB gun shoot and others. The afternoon was filled with sack races, egg throwing contests, etc. for the families. Grand prizes were given to the children with the highest scores throughout the day’s activities. After the sun went down, a bonfire was built and there was dancing on the new outdoor dance floor. A sing-along was enjoyed by the adults. The picnic broke up about 1:30 a.m. Monday morning. 40 YEARS AGO July 7, 1971 A 300-bed hospital should be built in Commerce Township by 1980 to meet growing health needs, according to a year-long study for the Oakland County Board of Commissioners by E.D. Rosenfeld Associates of New York. To cost $18 million, the hospital should be built as a satellite or branch of Oakland’s largest hospital, Beaumont, in Royal Oak, Rosenfeld said. The firm criticized a 300-bed expansion now being planned for Beaumont, claiming that the Royal Oak hospital’s present 700 beds are adequate. 30 YEARS AGO July 7, 1981 Replacement of a dam which gave way on the Huron River in the Proud Lake Recreation Area last summer will probably be delayed until 1981, even though funding has been approved by the state Legislature. The dam site has already been inspected by engineers following frequent funding requests from Proud Lake’s park management. The existing 60-year-old dam is located in the heart of the recreation area, near Wixom Road, and controls the flow of the Huron River from the park. A team or workers spent 12 hours repairing a rupture last August that park rangers speculate was caused by vandals.

20 YEARS AGO July 3, 1991 A local lake association has sent a letter to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) requesting that a marina permit for a defunct Commerce Township business be revoked. Union Lake Shores Association Vice President Dale B. Mahrle sent the letter Monday, June 17, asking the DNR to revoke a marina permit issued to the Four Seasons Marina, 2265 Union Lake Road. Mahrle said the association is requesting the action since the marina is no longer in business, the site is the location of a leaking underground storage tank, and because existing docks at the site are in a dangerous state of disrepair. DNR records show that the Four Seasons Marina permit will expire on Dec. 30 1992. 10 YEARS AGO July 3, 2001 John Jacob, president of the Drayton Plains Nature Center, is proposing the creation of a partnership including the nature center, Waterford Township and Waterford Schools to fund, manage and operate the current nature center. The township and school boards would have to provide direction on how to proceed, considering monetary, staff and time commitments the proposals would require. Local officials have been looking to assist the privately-owned, non-profit Drayton Plains Nature Center ever since the nature center board submitted a request to rezone 5.5 acres of its land south of Riverview Drive from RA-1, public recreation, to R1-A, single-family residential. The rezoning would allow the nature enter to sell the parcel to developers. Jacob said proceeds from the land sale would enable the facility to continue its operations for the foreseeable future.

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port of The Ronald McDonald Houses of Ann Arbor and Detroit, which provide a home away from home for families with children who are seriously ill in nearby hospitals. For any questions, feel free to contact myself or my colleague, Michael Odom at modom@marxlayne.com. ❐ Subway Sandwich Shops have sponsored a free community outreach program as part of a national goodwill publicity campaign. A volunteer doctor who specializes in nutrition and stress management will come on-site to your company and give a 30-minute presentation during a complimentary catered Subway breakfast or lunch. Register at workhealthy2011.org and you will be contacted by an event coordinator. Also remember to ask about our free health screenings (blood pressure, self defense, yoga, massage). Visit at workhealthy2011.org.

weekly agenda ❐ Caribou Coffee located at Wise Road and Union Lake Road in Commerce has launched its first ever Dog Days of Summer Best of Bou Contest. Since June 16, the baristas have been snapping photos of their customers’ furry friends and to date there are over 50 entrants. The photos are posted on the in-store bulletin board now through July 9, and customers can vote for their favorite pooch. One vote can be cast with each drink purchase. The winner will be announced in store at 3 p.m. on July 10, with prizes going to both the owner and faithful companion. For more information, call 248-363-7589. ❐ The Milford Business Association has organized its Shop Rock & Stroll Sidewalk Sales event that will be held July 8-10 in downtown Milford. There will be fun for the family with activities to keep the kids happy and a lot of great deals to make the parents smile. ❐ Best Source Credit Union and West Bloomfield Parks & Recreation have joined in presenting Kids Komotion at 11 a.m. on July 28 with a performance by San of Gemini and on Aug. 25 with Rick & Dayna’s Playground in Marshbank Park at 2805 Hiller Road located north of Commerce Road. Pack a lunch, bring a blanket to sit on, gather the kids then join us at the new Concert Hill for this year’s offerings of great family fun and entertainment. Stay after the performance to talk to the performers and explore the two new play structures, pathways, and amenities. For more information visit westbloomfieldparks.org or call 248-451-1900.

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Combating invasive species Volunteer to help protect area’s lakes from harmful invaders W e’d like to see a large contingent of lakes area residents participate in an upcoming training session for volunteers interested in pitching in to help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species in Michigan’s lakes. The training session, to be held here in the lakes area, provides an opportunity for riparians and other regular lake users to do their part to protect waterways from damaging invasive species. Managed through the Michigan Sea Grant, Clean Boats-Clean Waters program volunteers are organizing to educate boaters about where they are likely to find invasive species on their vessels and related equipment. The trained volunteers help boaters inspect their equipment for aquatic invasive species at selected public and private boat ramps around the state, and can be identified by their blue T-shirts. The program is holding a free volunteer training session from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 23 at the Kensington Metropark Nature Center, according to training session organizer Paul Steen, a watershed ecologist with the Huron River Watershed Council. Prospective volunteers should RSVP by sending Steen an e-mail at psteen@hrwc.org. Clean Boats-Clean Waters participants first learn about the ecological damage caused by aquatic invasive species that can disrupt aquatic ecosystems and hamper recreational boating. The volunteers then fan out to talk with boaters about the importance of preventing the spread of invasive plants and animals. If boaters are receptive, the volunteers conduct a quick demonstration to show boaters how to inspect boat hulls, live wells, props and other equipment for invasive species and describe what to do if any are found. Volunteers also can demonstrate cleaning techniques for boats and trailers.

If an exotic plant such as Eurasian watermilfoil, for example, is found tangled in a boat prop, program volunteers remove the plant, seal it in plastic and send it to the Michigan Sea Grant Extension for identification and recording. With about 1 million recreational watercraft registered in Michigan, more than 11,000 inland lakes larger than 5 acres and about 39,000 square miles of Great Lakes waters beckoning, many Michigan boaters regularly move their vessels from lake to lake. In the process, they can be a significant means of transport that spreads harmful invasive species from one waterway to another. Invasive aquatic species can have a significant negative impact on water resources if they are allowed to establish local populations and to spread from infested waterways to non-infested lakes. Native fauna and plants can be destroyed or impaired by the introduction of invasive species, and if left unchecked, the invaders can cause problems for boaters, anglers and even swimmers. In addition, their damaging influence on lakes can even drive down lakefront property values. Considering all of that, we strongly urge area riparians and even non-riparians who use area lakes to attend the upcoming Clean Boats-Clean Waters volunteer training session at Kensington. By sharing information about invasive species, trained volunteers can make a vital contribution toward preventing the spread of invasive species and their related effects on infested waters. According to program administrators, a Clean Boats-Clean Waters volunteer is: • Caring — Wants people to enjoy water recreation and wants Michigan to be free of aquatic invasive species.

• Friendly — Interested in meeting new people and helping them. • Informed — Understands the problems caused by aquatic invasive species. • A good communicator — Able to explain the problem and demonstrate inspection and cleaning techniques. • Flexible — Willing to volunteer on some weekends and holidays. • Physically able — Healthy enough to inspect watercraft and trailers. • Reliable — Ready, willing and able to make and keep a commitment to the program during boating season. • Accurate — Able to record information for program organizers. Even if you’re not interested in becoming a Clean Boats-Clean Waters volunteer, you can help combat the spread of invasive species by practicing the following recommendations whenever leaving a body of water: • Remove any visible mud, plants, fish or animals before transporting recreational equipment. • Drain water from equipment (boat, motor, trailer, live wells) before transporting. • Clean and dry anything that comes into contact with water (equipment, clothing, dogs, etc.). Dry equipment for at least five days. • Dispose of unwanted live bait in the trash. • Never release plants, fish or animals into a body of water unless they came out of that same body of water. If you want more information about the Clean Boats-Clean Waters program, visit the website, www.miseagrant.umich.edu/cbcw. ❏

Milford car charging stations T

he eco-friendly folks living in and visiting the village of Milford in the coming months will be able to charge their electric vehicles at one of six new charging stations slated to be installed by the fall. Not only is the effort good for those already owning electric vehicles, but it could help prompt other communities to consider such a move and perhaps even spur area residents to weigh the purchase of such a vehicle now that charging the vehicle would be more practical than perhaps it may have been in the past. The Village Council voted on Monday, June 20, to approve a proposal from the village’s Parking Authority to have three charging stations installed in the east municipal parking lot near Union Street and three charging stations installed in the village’s west parking lot, bringing the total to six. According to Village Manager Arthur Shufflebarger, the Parking Authority will pony up to $20,000 for the

installation of the stations, which are coming to the village with the support of the General Motors Co., which owns the GM Proving Grounds in Milford Township and is donating the six stations, which carry a price tag of between $30,000 and $35,000 each. The installation of the stations will be completely funded with Parking Authority monies, according to Keith Hughes, the chairperson of the authority. In a memo drafted to council members, Hughes said that there will be no additional expense for Milford property owners. Users will not be charged at this time for charging their electric vehicles. The Parking Authority will determine the expenses and benefits of the stations and, after that, there will be a modest fee collected over the long-term. Users are expected to be able to use a credit card or a pre-paid ChargePoint card to pay for the charge.

Milford seems to have gotten it right with this public-private partnership. We hope that the installation of the charging stations provides a local economic boost since electric vehicle owners who perhaps weren’t comfortable taking their vehicles out where no charging stations were located will soon be free to do so. Such installations could also feasibly cause others wary of the shift to the eco-friendly vehicles to lean more in that direction. In addition, we can foresee the installation in the village of Milford as being a catalyst for other communities in the area to take similar efforts to be more welcoming to those who own, or are thinking of owning, electric vehicles. In short, the effort should prove to be good for electric vehicle owners, the community, and will hopefully prompt other municipalities to mull a move along these lines. ❏

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR ■ Knights of Columbus, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Council No. 7444: Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 7 and 21, St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Commerce Road, Milford. 248-3630646. ❐ Wixom Walled Lake Lions Club: Meeting, 7 p.m. Thursdays, July 7 and 21, Big Boy Restaurant, Pontiac Trail and Maple Road, Walled Lake. 248-683-9439 or 248-685-7646. ■ White Lake Township Parks and Recreation: Picnic & Movies in Hawley Park — “How to Train Your Dragon,” 7 p.m. Saturday, July 9 and “Secretariat,” 7 p.m., Aug. 20, Hawley Park located behind township offices, 7525 Highland Road, White Lake. Visit www.whitelaketwp.com or 248-698-3300, ext. 177. ■ City of Wixom: Wixom Hot Blues & BBQ, free family event, blues band, food, 5-10 p.m. Thursday, July 14, Sibley Square Park, Pontiac Trail, Wixom. 248-624-2850 ■ HVCA, Milford HSI Theater/Music Dept.:Lil’ Players Summer Theater Camp, grades 3-5, 9 a.m. Monday through Friday, July 18-22, Little Theater, Milford High School, 2380 S. Milford Road, Highland. 248-889-8660 or www.huronvalleyarts.org. ■ Huron Valley Council for the Arts:Friday Night Live, Rick & John, eclectic rock, pop and folk, open air concert, 7 p.m. Friday, July 22, Milford’s downtown gazebo. 248-889-8660. ■ Huron Valley Council for the Arts:Seeking new artist submissions for The Art Shop and HVCA wants additional artists in the following mediums: original hand-crafted furniture, woodworking, sculptural wood carving, weaving, collage/mixed media, glass (kiln formed/warm glass or blown glass), ceramics, sculpture (metals), stone, found object and leather. Deadline for new artists is Aug. 1, 2011. Visit www.huronvalleyarts.org ■ MSU Extension:Oakland County Master Gardener Training Program, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays, Aug. 23-Nov. 15, Executive Office Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Application deadline, Monday, Aug. 1. 248-858-0887 or email smithlin@oakgov.com. ■ Cedar Crest Lutheran Church: Angel Food Ministries, food distribution orders taken on Sundays, 485 Farnsworth, White Lake. 248410-0946 or 248-421-9527, or angelfoodministries.com. ■ Rotary of West Bloomfield: Meeting, 7:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Henry Ford Medical Center, second floor, southwest corner of Farmington and Maple roads. 248-520-0095. ■ Waterford Rotary Club: Meeting, noon, Tuesdays, The Shark Club on M-59, Waterford. 248-625-4897. ■ Big Chief Chorus: Rehearsals, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Waterford Oaks Activity Center, 2800 Watkins Lake Road, Waterford. 248-698-9133 or 248-563-2109. ■ Huron Valley Council for the Arts: Knitters circle, 10 a.m. Wednesdays, Highland Station

House, Highland. 248-685-9015. ■ Williams Lake Church of The Nazarene: Angel Food Ministries, food distribution orders taken Wednesdays and Sundays, 2840 Airport Road, Waterford. 248-673-5911. ■ (Breakfast) Optimist Club of Waterford: Meeting, 7:15 a.m. Thursdays, Big Boy Restaurant, M-59 and Airport Road, Waterford. 248-673-3493. ■ Multi-Lakes Conservation Association: Allyou-can-eat fish fry, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays, 3860 Newton Road, Commerce. 248-363-9109. ■ Grace Hospice:Volunteers with reliable transportation needed to visit terminally ill patients and family members in our communities. Free training and classes are now forming. 1-888937-4390. ■ Catholic Social Services of Oakland County: Senior Companion Volunteers needed to support adults with developmental disabilities, Alzheimer’s disease, chronic mental illness, as well as the physically frail and homebound. 248559-1147, ext. 3434.

SUPPORT GROUPS

❐ Celebrate Recovery: Alcohol, drugs, gambling, sexual addiction recovery meetings, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Life Point Christian Church, 501 Scott Lake Road, Waterford. 248-682-1747.

Twenty-Fifth Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” 4 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 1050 Atlantic Street, Milford. Registration. 248-685-9008 or villageofmilford.org. ❐ Richardson Community Senior Center: Knit & Crochet group, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, 1485 E. Oakley Park, Commerce. Registration. 248-9260063 or commercetwp.com. ❐ Sylvan Lake Lutheran Church: Senior Stretch and Tone, 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8:30 a.m. Fridays, 2399 Sylvan Lake Lutheran Church, 2399 Figa Ave., West Bloomfield. 248682-0770. ❐ Waterford Senior Center: Cards, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; Caesars Windsor road trip, Wednesday, July 13, 3621 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Registration. 248-682-9450. ❐ West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation — Senior Programs: Stretch and Tone, 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Corners, 4640 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Registration. 248-451-1900. ❐ Wixom Senior Center: Pizza & Movie, Thursday, July 7; Lunch Bunch, Monday, July 11; Armchair Traveler- American Parks, Tuesday, July 12; Portofino/Wyandotte Bus Trip, 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 13, 49015 Pontiac Trail, Wixom. Registration. 248-624-0870 or wixomgov.org.

PARKS

❐ Divorce Care: Support group meeting for adults and children, 6:30 p.m. Sundays, Brightmoor Christian Church, 40800 W. 13 Mile, Novi. 248-755-9533.

❐ Groveland Oaks County Park: Walk Michiganfamily walk, 10 a.m. Sunday, July 10, Groveland Oaks County Park, Holly. stasiakl@oakgov.com or 248-424-7076.

❐ Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA): Meeting, 6 p.m. Fridays, Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 1445 Welch Road, Commerce. 248-807-8667 or foodaddicts.org.

❐ Independence Oaks County Park: Walk Michigan, family dog walk, 11 a.m. Sunday, July 24, Independence Oaks County Park, Davisburg. stasiakl@oakgov.com or 248-424-7076.

❐ Overcomers Support Group: Bible-based meeting, 7 p.m. Fridays, Pontiac Four Square Church, 148 N. Saginaw, Pontiac. 248-681-2209.

❐ Indian Springs Metropark Environmental Discovery Center: Fireflies of July, ages 6 and up, 8:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9; Nature Tech Day Camp, 9:30 a.m. Tuesday through Friday, July 12-15; Children’s Appreciation Day, free use of selected facilities and special programs, Sunday, July 17, Indian Springs Metropark, White Lake. Registration. 1-800-477-3192 or 248-625-7280.

❐ Over Eaters Anonymous: Recovery from compulsive eating — 12 step program, meeting, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 5301 Hatchery Road, Waterford. www.oa.org/meetings/find-a-meeting-online.php. ❐ Postpartum Depression Support Group: Meeting, 6:45 p.m. Thursdays, DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, Commerce. 248-937-5220.

SENIOR ACTIVITIES ❐ Dublin Senior Center: Body Recall, 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 685 Union Lake Road, White Lake. 248-698-2394. ❐ Dublin Senior Center: Open swimming, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays or Fridays, Lakeland High School, 1630 Bogie Lake Road, White Lake. 248-6982394. ❐ Highland Adult Activity Center: Wii Bowling, noon, Tuesdays, 209 N. John Street, Highland. 248-887-1707. ❐ Milford Senior Center: Road Trip, “The

❐ Kensington Farm Center: Fun on the Farm — Cows, 10 a.m. Thursday, July 7; Farmer for a Day, ages 7-15, 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 12, Kensington Metropark, Milford. Registration. 248-684-8632. ❐ Kensington Nature Center: Summer Insects, 2 p.m. Sunday, July 10; Senior/Super Senior Golf championship, Monday, July 11; Explorer’s Day Camp, 10 a.m. Tuesday through Friday, July 12-15; Children’s Appreciation Day, free use of selected facilities and special programs, Sunday, July 17, Kensington Metropark, Milford. Registration. 248684-1561 or 1-800-477-3178. ❐ Marshbank Park: Hot Nights of Hot Music, Toppermost Beatles Tribute Band, outdoor concert, 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, Concert Hill, 2805 Hiller Road located just north of Commerce Road in West Bloomfield. Lawn chair or blanket suggested. Optimist Club of West Bloomfield will be selling light refreshments. Visit

www.WestBloomfieldParks.org or call 248451-1900. ❐ Springfield Oaks County Park: Oakland County Fair — exotic petting zoo, racing pigs, miracle of birth barn, circus, Tuesday through Sunday, July 12-17, 12451 Andersonville Road, Davisburg. 248-634-8830 or visit www.oakfair.org. ❐ Waterford Oaks County Park: Walk Michigan, Family Walk, Saturday, July 30, 1702 Scott Lake Road, Waterford. Registration. 248-858-0916 or DestinationOakland.com.

LIBRARY EVENTS

❐ Commerce Township Community Library: Animals Around the World, children’s event, 4 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2869 N. Pontiac Trail, Commerce. Registration. 248-669-8108 or commercelibrary.info. ❐ Highland Township Public Library: LEGO Fest, 11 a.m. Saturday, July 9, 444 Beach Farm Circle, Highland. Registration. 248-8872218. ❐ Milford Public Library: Dora and Diego Fiesta, ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. and Using Vital Records in Your Genealogy Research, adult program, 6 p.m. Monday, July 11; Traveling the World, ages 9-12, 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 12; Fiddlers Restrung, family concert, 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, 330 Family Drive, Milford. Registration. 248-684-0845. ❐ Walled Lake City Library: Animals Around the World, 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 12, 1499 E. West Maple, Walled Lake. Registration. 248624-3772. ❐ Waterford Township Public Library: Animals of the World, 11 a.m. Thursday, July 7, 5168 Civic Center Drive, Waterford. Registration. 248-674-4831. ❐ West Bloomfield Township Public Library: Saturday Morning LIVE!, ages birth-5, 11 a.m. Saturday, July 9, 4600 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Registration. 248-682-2120. ❐ White Lake Township Library: “Its a String Thing,” craft program, grades 6-12, Tuesday, July 12, 7527 E. Highland Road, White Lake. 248-698-4942. ❐ Wixom Public Library: “Tween/Teen Game On,” 1:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9; “A World of Chocolate,” adult program, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, 49015 Pontiac Trail, Wixom. Registration. 248-624-2512.

RELIGIOUS religious

❐ Orchard Lake Community Church, Presbyterian: Prayer Gathering, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 7, 5171 Commerce Road, Orchard Lake. 248-363-5233. ❐ St. Mark’s Lutheran Church: “River of Life” free vacation Bible school, ages 3 years (potty trained) through grade 6, 9 a.m.-noon, Monday through Friday, July 11-15, 7979 Commerce Road, West Bloomfield. Registration. 248-3630741 or visit http://vbs.stmarkwb.org.

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Walled Lake Central’s Bryan Bell (left) poses with Offensive Line Coach Robert Guttovz following the annual Michigan High School Football Coaches Association All-Star Game. Bell played most of the game and helped the East gain 353 yards of total offense, including 290 yards passing. (Photo submitted by Arnold Bell)

Local players in the spotlight Bell, Brewer, Theaker excel at annual All-Star game at CMU By Michael Shelton staff writer

Three of the lakes area’s best football players stood toe-to-toe with the best in the state at the 31st annual Michigan High School Football Coaches Association All-Star Game at Central Michigan University on Saturday, June 25. Walled Lake Central’s Bryan Bell, Walled Lake Western’s Randle Brewer

and Huron Valley Lakeland’s Nathan Theaker were all teammates on the East All-Star Team that was victorious over the West, 30-13. “It was awesome to play another game against a high grade of players,” Bell said. Bell was regarded as one of the state’s top offensive linemen this past season after he helped Walled Lake Central win the Kensington Lakes

Activities Association (KLAA) North Division and Lakes Conference titles before Central advanced to the Division 2 state semi-finals. Finishing with 93 total tackles on the season at defensive back and helping Western earn a state playoff berth this past season, Brewer said he was humbled to be included on the East roster and that he was just happy to be nominated.

“I just wanted to do my school proud,” Brewer said. Theaker was one of the standout defensive linemen in the county last season and is getting ready to suit up for Wayne State University in the fall. “He’s the first Lakeland football player to be selected (to the All-Star Game) and this is a great honor. He’s going to do great things for Wayne PAGE 36 ❯ ❯ ❯ ❯

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CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WHITE LAKE, OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOTICE OF ADOPTION

AMENDMENT TO ORDINANCE NO. 22 WATER SYSTEM OPERATING ORDINANCE

Notice is hereby given that at a regular board meeting on June 21, 2011 the Charter Township of White Lake adopted amendments to Ordinance No. 22, Water System Operating Ordinance. The amendments to the Ordinance were accepted by the Charter Township of White Lake on May 17, 2011 and adopted at the June 21, 2011 regular board meeting. ARTICLE I - AMENDMENTS 1. Article I Definitions, delete the definitions of “Capital Surcharge” and Water Supply Connection Fee” 2. Delete Section 2.2 Fund Carryover 3. Amend Sections: Section 2.3 White Lake Township Water Supply System Operating Account Section 2.4 White Lake Township Water Supply System – Capital Account Section 2.5 Annual Budget Section 3.2 Water System Application Sections 4.7C6 and 4.7C7 Added Section 5.2 moved to Section 9.8A Tapping Fees and amended Section 5.3, 5.4, 5.15, 5.18 deleted Section 9.1 Water System Rate Study Added Section 9.2 Water Usage Fees and Charges Amended Section 9.7 Water Connection Charges and Surcharges Added Section 9.8 Miscellaneous Fees for Connection to the Water System Added ARTICLE II - SEVERABILITY ARTICLE III - REPEALER ARTICLE V - EFFECTIVE DATE ARTICLE VI - ADOPTION This ordinance will be in effect seven (7) days after publication. This Ordinance is available for purchase or inspection at the office of the Township Clerk at 7525 Highland Road, White Lake, Michigan during regular hours from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Monday through Friday, except holidays. Terry Lilley, Clerk

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Special Board Meeting Synopsis - June 28, 2011 Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m. Seven board members and attorney present. Approved: Adjournment into Executive Session Approved: Reconvened to Open Session Approved: Concurrence with counsel recommendations RE: Knight Litigation Approved: Concurrence with counsel recommendations RE: Trainor Litigation Approved: Amendment to Proposed Consent Agreement RE: Matt Sprader Approved: Readjournment into Executive Session Approved: Reconvened to Open Session Approved: Adjournment Meeting was adjourned at 10:15 p.m. Greg Baroni, Township Supervisor Terry Lilley, Clerk White Lake Township S.C.: 7/6/11

NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING

CITY OF WALLED LAKE

Notice of Posting for Charter Township of West Bloomfield Township Board

1. Synopsis of the meeting held on: Monday, June 27, 2011 2. Adopted:

Ordinance No. C-750, To confirm the establishment and provide for membership, procedures, meetings, duties, responsibilities and other matters of the Township Planning Commission as required by the Michigan Planning Enabling Act. The above ordinance and synopsis shall be posted (in their entirety) at the following locations: (1) Office of the Township Clerk 4550 Walnut Lake Road (2) Main Township Library 4600 Walnut Lake Road (3) Township’s website www.wbtwp.com Catherine Shaughnessy Township Clerk S.C. 7-6-11

CITY OF ORCHARD LAKE VILLAGE

NOTICE OF BOARD OF REVIEW MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Walled Lake Board of Review will meet at 10:00 am on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at Walled Lake City Hall, 1499 E. West Maple Road, Walled Lake, Michigan. The purpose of this meeting is to correct any clerical errors or mutual mistakes of fact relative to the 2011 assessment rolls, hear poverty exemption appeals, and to review homestead exemption requests. The meeting is open to the public but new appeals are not accepted at this time.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Orchard Lake Village Board of Review will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at the Orchard Lake City Hall, 3955 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard Lake, MI. The purpose of this meeting is to correct clerical errors in the 2011 assessment roll, to consider hardship appeals, and to review homestead exemption requests. The meeting is open to the public.

Catherine Buck, MMC City Clerk

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Walled Lake Western’s Randle Brewer said he was humbled to be included on the East squad’s roster for the annual Michigan High School Football Coaches Association All-Star Game. Brewer had two assists on tackles during the game. (Photo submitted by Clara Arnold)

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State,” Lakeland Head Coach John Maltese said. All three players were notified of their All-Star selections shortly after the 2010 season concluded and worked hard to stay in shape as the months passed and the game approached. “I did a lot of cardio work because there was going to be top-of-the-line athletes there. I ran about a mile every day,” Brewer said. Once the players arrived in Mount Pleasant a few days before the game to practice, they found little trouble blending in with their new teammates. “We had about three practices a day and we hung out in the dorms and the activity center. Everyone opened up and became friends,” Bell said. Once game day arrived and the players marched out onto the field, they took the time to soak up the atmosphere. “The first thing I learned was that this game was going to be on live TV and there were more people there than I had ever seen. I also had my name announced during introductions,” Brewer said. Then the ball was kicked off and everything started falling in place for the East All-Stars as they grabbed a 16-7

halftime lead and did not look back. The East followed up by outscoring the West 14-6 in the second half to secure a 30-13 victory. Bell played most of the game and helped the East gain 353 yards of total offense, including 290 yards passing. Theaker finished with four assists on tackles while Brewer had two assists on tackles. “It was amazing to hold that trophy. It’s an awesome feeling,” Bell said. Brewer said that the victory was great because his team wasn’t expected to win. “It was size versus speed and they couldn’t keep up with us. We had raw talent,” Brewer said. Bell is now looking forward to continuing his football career at Saginaw Valley State University as training camp approaches. “I can’t wait to go to SVSU and do my best,” Bell said. Meanwhile, Brewer is planning on attending Oakland Community College with the hopes of possibly transferring to either Western Michigan or Central Michigan and walking on to their teams. Whatever directions football may take them, they will always have the distinction of finishing their high school careers as winners.

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CITY OF ORCHARD LAKE VILLAGE SUMMARY OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ENACTMENT At the June 28, 2011 meeting of the Wixom City Council two ordinances were enacted to amend the Code of Ordinances for the City of Wixom. Ordinance #2011-20 amends Section 13.04.610 (Creation of Lien) of Division 2 (Administration) of Article VI (Rates and Charges) of Chapter 13.04 (Water Service System) of Title 13 (Public Services) as follows: 13.04.610. Creation of Lien. Charges for services furnished by the water systems to any premises shall be a lien thereon upon the distribution of water to the premises, and on June 1st of each year the person or agency charged with the management of such systems shall certify any such charges which have been delinquent six (6) months or more to the finance director/treasurer who shall enter the same upon the next roll against the premises to which such services shall have been rendered. An administrative fee in the amount of Twenty Five ($25.00) Dollars shall also be added to delinquent accounts in the event a lien becomes necessary and collected in connection with the lien against the property. The administrative fee shall be charged by the City in order to cover its costs associated with respect to unpaid water bills. Delinquent water charges and related fees, penalties and interest shall be collected and shall be enforced as a lien upon the property in the same manner as provided in respect to taxes assessed upon such roll; provided, that when a tenant is responsible for the payment of any such charge against any premises, and the City is notified in writing, with a true copy of the lease of the affected premises (if there is one) attached, then no such charge shall become a lien against such premises from and after the date of such notice. However, in event of the filing of such notice, no further service shall be rendered by the system to such premises until a cash deposit equal to three times the average quarterly charges to such premises shall have been made as security for the payment of charges thereto. Ordinance #2011-21 amends Subsection E (Lien) of Section 13.08.040 (Charges, Billing) of Article I (General—Operation and Maintenance) of Chapter 13.08 (Sewer Service System) of Title 13 (Public Services) of the Code of Ordinances for the City of Wixom as follows: E. Lien. Delinquent sewer charges and related fees, penalties and interest shall be collected and shall be enforced as a lien upon the property as of the due date thereof. An administrative fee in the amount of Twenty Five ($25.00) Dollars shall also be added to delinquent accounts in the event a lien becomes necessary and collected in connection with the lien against the property. The administrative fee shall be charged by the City in order to cover its costs associated with respect to unpaid sewer bills. On June 1st of each year the city clerk shall certify any such charges which have been delinquent six months or more, plus fees, penalties and interest accrued thereon, to the director of finance/treasurer who shall enter the same on the next tax roll against the premises to which such services have been rendered and against which the charges, with fees, penalties and interest accrued thereon, shall be collected and the lien shall be enforced in the same manner as provided in respect to taxes assessed upon the roll. The ordinances may be viewed on the City of Wixomís website () or interested individuals may obtain copies from the City Clerkís Office during regular business hours (Monday-Thursday, 7:15 a.m.-5:30 pm). Linda Kirby City Clerk

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June 20, 2011 At the June 20, 2011 Regular Council Meeting, Council took the following action: • Accept the proposed 2010-2011 Budget Amendments and the budgeted fund transfers; • Adopted the resolutions recommended by the Oakland Water Resources Commissioner establishing water and sewer rates for 2011-12; • Accepted the low bid of $3,396 from ADT with half of that expense reimbursed through a grant from the MMRMA; • Authorized the purchase of seven tasers with half of the expense reimbursed through a MMRMA Grant; • Accepted the low bid from the Doors of Pontiac in the amount of $2,615 for counter security and in the amount of $700 for a door; • Adopted the traffic control order to establish stop signs on Shady Beach at the intersection with Sunset; • Approved the request from the Building Official/DPW Supt. to use the engineering services of Huron Consulting; • Approved installation of a guard rail on Old Orchard Trail; • Approved a permit for removal of the landmark oak tree at 4200 Commerce Road; • Authorized the Mayor & Clerk to execute the sewer use easement agreement for 5972 Pontiac Trail; • First Reading of the Planning Commission ordinance; • First Reading of the Ordinance creating the Director of City Services position; • First Reading of the Administration Ordinance amendment; • Approved the Business License renewals; • Adopted the resolution agreeing to participation in the Community Development Block Grant Program for 2012, 2013 & 2014; • Reappointed Dave Boerger to a two year term on the Tri City Fire Board and reappointed Michael Grogan to a two year term on the Greater West Bloomfield Cable Communications Commission both commencing on July 1, 2011; • Accepting a $150 contribution to the Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary from Margaret & Keith Harris in memory of Peter Ilitch; • Adopted bank resolutions and approved bank agreements as proposed with two signatures, one from the Mayor or Treasurer and one from the Clerk or the DSC; • Adopted the resolution as amended to modify the sewer unit assignment for full service restaurants without metered water supply; • Adopted the Fund Balance Policy; • Authorized the Mayor and Clerk to execute the retirement health savings account agreement with the ICMA-RC; • Authorized hiring Nancy Yacoub to a full time clerical position; • Held roll call vote for a Closed Meeting regarding personnel contracts and pending litigation; • Approved a consent judgement presented to resolve the most recent litigation with Steven & Julie Schneider, 4725 Old Orchard Trail; • Accepted all department reports. Bruce H. McIntyre, Mayor

The West Bloomfield Township Board of Review will convene on Tuesday, July 19, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. at the West Bloomfield Town Hall, 4550 Walnut Lake Road, Room 75/76 for the purpose of correcting mutual mistakes of fact or clerical errors, in accordance with MCL 211.53b. They will also consider appeals of a Homeowner’s Principal Residence exemptions, in accordance with MCL 211.7cc (20). For further information, please contact the Assessor’s Office at 248-451-4850. S.C. 7-6-11 & 7-13-11

The Township of West Bloomfield will provide necessary, reasonable auxiliary aids and services such as: *Hearing impaired sound system & receivers (notify the Clerk’s Department one day prior to meeting of interest) *Signers for the hearing impaired (two {2} weeks advance notice) *Audio tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting (to individuals with disabilities) two (2) weeks notice in writing or by calling the Township Clerk at 4550 Walnut Lake Road, Box 250130, West Bloomfield, MI 48325-0130, (248) 451-4848

Janet Overholt Green, City Clerk S.C. 7-6-11

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WHITE LAKE

NOTICE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF WEST BLOOMFIELD BOARD OF REVIEW

Catherine Shaughnessy West Bloomfield Township Clerk

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NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION The Township of White Lake, Oakland County, Michigan has considered the following amendment to Ordinance No. 58 (Zoning Ordinance): Notice is hereby given that on June 21, 2011, the Charter Township of White Lake considered an amendment to the White Lake Township Zoning Ordinance, rezoning property described under parcel number 12-21-251-008, located at 7505 Highland Road, parcel number 12-21-251-009 located at 7515 Highland Road, currently zoned (LB) Local Business District and parcel number 12-21-251-027 located at 7525 Highland Road, currently zoned (R1-D) Single Family District, consisting of approximately 13,5 acres to (GB) General Business. This amendment was accepted by the White Lake Township Board at a board meeting held on June 21, 2011 for consideration at the July 19, 2011 Regular Board Meeting. Individuals with disabilities requiring aids or services should contact the Clerk’s Office with your request at least 5 days prior to the meeting. Terry Lilley, Clerk White Lake Township

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Clean & desirable 2 story home. Enjoy the up north atmosphere, swimming, fishing & park area. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living room, family room with fireplace, finished basement and 2 car garage. Peaceful wooded setting. $181,500.

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England Real Estate (248)887-9736 RARE OPPORTUNITY! Beautiful custom waterfront home on private all sports Long Lake plus 6 stall horse barn w/tack room, water & elec, hay barn & fencing. Peaceful 8.71 acres. Light bright kitchen w/granite counters, snack bar open to great room w/panoramic views. Large deck. Lakeside master suite. In-law quarters in finished walk out lower level w/ bath, sauna, kitchen & fireplace. 4 car garage. $725,000.

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211067326 - $38,000

211065217 - $224,900

METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED Ranch condo, fireplace, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, chef’s kitchen

MOVE IN AND ENJOY 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, kitchen with pantry, natural fireplace

PONTIAC LAKEFRONT 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, generous sized rooms, ceramic floors

RANCH CONDO 2 bedroom, 2 baths, ground end unit, 2 car attached garage

COLONIAL VILLAGE CONDO 1 bedroom, 1 bath, balcony overlooks pond, indoor pool, clubhouse

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211052309 - $199,000

211056592 - $324,000

210042174 - $178,000

GORGEOUS SETTING 2.2 ACRES 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, large family room with fireplace, master 2 closets, barn/shed

GOLF FRONTAGE Corner unit condo, 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, finished basement, fireplace

MOVE IN READY 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, open floor plan, pole barn, pond

LAKEFRONT 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, sprawling brick ranch, 2 fireplaces

AMAZING CAPE COD 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 lavs, finished walkout lower level, dream 2nd garage 46x40

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211043488 - $131,900

EVERYTHING RIGHT HERE 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, finished basement, maple kitchen, great room

UNION LAKE PRIVILEGES 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, huge master suite, needs updating

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211029327 - $590,000

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COMMERCE LAKEFRONT 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, almost 3/4 acre, finished walkout

SPECTACULAR 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bath, fieldstone, fireplace, finished walkout

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211058061 - $129,900

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211060432 - $119,900

SPACIOUS COLONIAL 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, updated kitchen

VACATION HOME 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Williams Lakefront walkout ranch

TOTALLY UPDATED 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, doorwall to deck, lake privileges

ENJOY RESORT AMENITIES 3rd floor condo 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, pool, sandy beach

FIRST FLOOR WALKOUT CONDO 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, custom fireplace, resort style community

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211046016 - $269,000

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211034441 - $499,000

ALL-SPORTS LAKEFRONT 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, shed with electricity, natural fireplace

CUSTOM RANCH END OF CUL-DE-SAC 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, maple kitchen, hardwood floors, finished walkout, wet bar and full bath

ADORABLE CAPE COD 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, finished basement, many updates

WOODED LOT 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 fireplaces, cathedral ceilings

LOVELY DETACHED CONDO 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, gas fireplace, snack bar, great room with soaring ceiling

LAKEFRONT DREAM HOME 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, gourmet kitchen, 1st floor master suite

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OXBOW LAKEFRONT Private all-sports, 105 ft. of main lakefront, estate size lot offering loads of potential, home will require some work, 2 garages, great storage, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, natural fireplace, quiet peninsula street. $178,000 (CY10188L)

Beautiful colonial on all-sports lake! Spacious kitchen with island and pantry, separate dining room, family room with fireplace, library/den, Andersen windows throughout with views of lake, 3/4 huge bedrooms, master bedroom with balcony with lake views, 3 full baths. 6 panel doors throughout, full basement with 8 ft. ceilings and storage, deep 2 car attached garage, deep scenic lot with sandy bottom lake. Newer home built on old foundation. Immaculate. $459,000. Call Becky 248-790-9915.

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LEASE $1,300 - OTTER SYLVAN LAKE CANALFRONT Gorgeous waterfront lot! Three bedrooms, 2 baths, finished walkout basement. August possession. Large Deck, steel seawall. (S.G. 275 S.S.)

WHITE LAKE $175,000 Quiet, peaceful LAKEFRONT on Allen Lake, brick ranch with finished walkout basement. Huge yard, nicely landscaped. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 fireplaces. (S.G. 255 H.)

Executive dream home newly remodeled! Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.1 baths, spacious granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances and rich travertine tile floor, Brazilian Walnut hardwood on main level, formal dining room, great room with fireplace and tons of windows, step-down master suite with vaulted ceilings and granite vanity, huge walk-in closet, finished walkout, with granite wet bar, newly remodeled full bath with jacuzzi tub, 4th bed/office, 2 car garage, huge deck off kitchen, golf course community. $229,000 or $1,800. Give Becky a call! Charming Home in prime location!! Middle Straits Lake privileges. Three bedrooms, 2 full baths, spacious open kitchen with island overlooking four season room, family room with fireplace, master bedroom with private bath, vaulted ceilings and doorwall leads to screened in porch, mud room off garage, multiple decks overlooking private wooded lot. $145,000. Call Becky for details.

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– WHITE LAKE – GREAT 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH SPACIOUS BRICK COLONIAL! 211037294 $270,000 248-851-4100

– WEST BLOOMFIELD – BEAUTIFUL MINT CONDITION 3 BEDROOM BRICK RANCH 211049473 $259,000 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE – MOVE RIGHT IN!! SECLUDED COMMERCE TOWNSHIP HOME 211064725 $225,000 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE – ENJOY THIS TOTALLY UPDATED 3 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH RANCH 211068447 $175,000 248-851-1900

– WATERFORD – 4 BEDROOM HOME IN POPULAR WOODS OF OAKLAND MANOR 211063415 $175,000 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE TWP. – GREAT HOME FOR ENTERTAINING WITH 2 STORY FOYER! 211060473 $382,000 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE TWP. – SPIC AND SPAN INSIDE AND OUT! 3 BEDROOM, 1 BATH RANCH! 211054625 $124,900 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE TWP. – BEAUTIFUL 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH CONDO, ALL APPLIANCES INCLUDED 211038487 $90,000 248-851-4100

– WATERFORD – MUST SEE THIS EXQUISITE HOME ON LOON LAKE 211063988 $649,900 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE – LARGE 5 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH RANCH ON ALMOST 4 ACRES! 211026468 $599,900 248-851-4100

– WHITE LAKE – GORGEOUS HOME. GRANITE KITCHEN 1ST FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM 211062683 $399,900 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE – 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH, 1ST FLOOR MASTER WITH TRAY CEILING 211067383 $379,900 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE – BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM, 2.2 BATH IN BIRKDALE POINTE 29126774 $381,000 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE – 4 BEDROOM, 3.5 BATH HOME WITH VIEWS OF CRANBERRY LAKE 211041965 $379,900 248-851-4100

– WIXOM – 4 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATH PERFECTLY MAINTAINED COLONIAL! 211066934 $290,000 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE TWP. – 3 BEDROOM RANCH +.5 ACRES WITH 26’ X 50’ HORSE BARN! 211066495 $283,000 248-851-4100

– WEST BLOOMFIELD – 2 BEDROOM DETACHED RANCH CONDO WITH WALLED LAKE SCHOOLS 211067607 $25O,000 248-851-4100

– NOVI – HARDWOOD FLOOR & NEW CARPET. OPEN FLOOR PLAN & CUSTOM KITCHEN 211058877 $249,900 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE – CUSTOM BUILT 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH END UNIT RANCH CONDO 211033381 $209,900 248-851-4100

– WHITE LAKE – UPDATED HOME ON ALL-SPORTS SUGDEN LAKE 210118288 $179,900 248-851-4100

– WATERFORD – SPECTACULAR 3 BEDROOM RANCH ON OVER .5 ACRE LOT! 211055951 $139,900 248-851-4100

– WEST BLOOMFIELD – DESIRABLE 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH DETACHED CONDO, IMMED. OCCUPANCY 211034925 $136,900 248-851-4100

– COMMERCE – VERY NICE 1ST FLOOR 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH CONDO WITH GAS FIREPLACE 211042132 $126,000 248-851-4100

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STONE HOLLOW SUB – CUSTOM BUILT 2.62 ACRE LOT •5 bed, 3.5 bath, 3,671 sq. ft. + 1,627 walkout •Attached 3 car, 2.5 car carriage house garage #211019535 (800) 396-5204 X265

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The Monte Carlo is NASCAR racing heritage! The car’s interior features low-gloss instrument-panel components and jewel-like dashboard detailing. Drive this “sporty” car on vacation today for a comfortable ride for 5 passengers. This one is equipped with split bench seats, CD player in dash, tilt steering wheel, cruise control, trip computer, chrome wheels, daytime running lights, adjustable lumbar seat(s).

EPA FUEL ECONOMY • City: 21 • Highway: 31

2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING Was 14,449 4DR SEDAN $ TOURING Now 12,980** #P1913

2010 NISSAN ALTIMA #P2015

Now

Was $18,900

18,150**

When you drive this Sebring you have luxury for less plus great fuel economy. The Sebring has instrument-panel gauges and new tortoiseshell accents for the interior. Features a new, smooth looking hood. The grille and headlights are reminiscent of the Crossfire roadster. The sedan’s front passenger seat has a standard fold-flat feature to accommodate longer cargo passed through the 60/40-split folding rear seat. Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat is standard. Check out these features – vanity mirrors, CD player in dash, deluxe wheel covers, adjustable head rests, bucket seats, child safety locks, auto headlight delay, dual air bags, 3 point rear seatbelts.

This Altima has the handling and ride of a luxury car. It’s extra clean and with only one owner that makes this car an exceptional buy at this reduced price. Nissan’s midsize Altima has a standard electronic stability system and can seat five people. The rear seatback is split and can be folded down when long items need to be carried inside the car. Air conditioning, standard power windows, locks and keyless entry, heated front seats, nine-speaker Bose audio, and navigation system.

EPA FUEL ECONOMY • City: 21 • Highway: 30

EPA FUEL ECONOMY • City: 18-23 • Highway: 27-32

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248-624-4500

At: www.morrismotorsmi.com For Peace of Mind: most of our vehicles have warranty or service contracts available.

*For purchase with qualified credit approval. Prices are plus tax, title, license & doc fee. Call dealer for more details. Offer good thru 7/13/11. Subject to prior sale.

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Tues., Wed., Fri.: 8:30 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

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L.T.B.F. Freedom Ride In Support of Michigan Fallen Heroes

5th Annual Ride • July 9, 2011 Rain day: July 10, 2011

The Misty Blues

Return Appearance By All Female Sky Diving Team Sponsored By

2199 Haggerty Road, Commerce Twp • 248-624-4500

Ride in Bike Show • Trophies 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place

– Ride Begins at 12 Noon – VFW Post 4156 321 Union Lake Rd. • White Lake, 48386 OPEN TO ALL BIKES POLICE ESCORTED (If Available) Registration – 9:00 / 12:00 $20.00 per Rider $5.00 per Passenger Food & Drink • Entertainment Prizes • 50/50 Drawings Ride Pin & Year Bar

Ride Captain: Jerry 248-894-4994 Event Coordinator: Kandy 248-935-8367 To preregister e-mail: guest.k@sbcglobal.net