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Wixom festival on May 20 promises fun, entertainment By Leslie Shepard staff writer

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That’s what HE said: "We always thought that we would pull through." — Commerce Township resident John Popovich, 92, a World War II veteran who earlier this year was awarded the Legion of Honor recognition by France, the country he helped liberate.

he Wixom Founder’s Day Festival is fast approaching and lakes area residents won’t want to miss the annual event that promises a day packed with fun for all ages. “This is the 11th annual event and it’s a festival to bring back history for the community,” said Wixom Director of Community Services Deanna Magee. The free event is slated for Sunday, May 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Gibson Historical Park. Parking is available across from the Wixom Food Mart off of Old Wixom Road, west of K-Tool Drive. Opening ceremonies begin at 12:50 p.m., followed by Neu Wixom Dance Academy performances and a kids barnyard haystack dig. Beginning at 1:30 p.m., music will fill the air. Wixom Christian Elementary School and First Baptist Church members lend their voices to patriotic tunes, followed by songs played by the Walled Lake Western High School Band. Between 2 and 3:30 p.m., kids can enjoy the Barnyard Express Show spotlighting farm animals and a petting farm.

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Around 2:15 p.m., kids and adults alike are invited to take part in a pie eating event in which hungry participants line up and dive into cream pies without using their hands. Amateur chefs are encouraged to enter the chili cook-off. Participants must be part of a team that prepares their secret recipes on-site. Each team entry fee is $15, while the cost is $3 per person to sample and judge the entries. Winners are announced at 3:15 p.m. Between 3 and 4 p.m., the Huron Valley Lakeland High School Jazz Band

with be entertaining festival goers. History buffs may want to stop by the Civil War camp attended by the 8th Arkansas/22nd Michigan Company K Volunteer Infantry between 1 and 4 p.m. It features a display of Civil War artifacts. The Founder’s Day celebration is family-focused with a host of activities for kids, such as train rides, crafts, face painting, and old-fashioned games. The city has also lined up a fire truck, tractor, antique and classic car exhibitions, along with a presidential

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The Wixom Founder’s Day Festival will feature Farmer John’s (above) Barnyard Express again this year as the Sunday, May 20 event enters its 11th year. The free event will run from 1 to 4 p.m. at Gibson Historical Park. (Photo submitted by Linda Hinkley/Wixom Parks and Recreation)

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Proposed site for Commerce water tower off the table By Angela Niemi staff writer

The Commerce Township Board of Trustees continued discussions on a plan to construct a water storage unit on Tuesday, May 8, and voted to exclude a previously considered site that had drawn the ire of some residents of a nearby subdivision.

The site located near the Mount Royal subdivision, which was previously deemed by township engineers as one of the sites on township-owned land with the highest elevation, was stricken from consideration for the water tower project. That site is located just north of Sleeth Road between Whitlow Boulevard and the DMC-Huron Valley Sinai Hospital property that was previously used as a well site but abandoned about a decade ago. However, not everybody believed that site was a good choice for a water tower project.

Those in opposition, including residents of the Mount Royal subdivision, live next to where the water tower would have been erected. Charlie Lodge, president of the subdivision association, said many neighborhood residents had concerns about the proposal, especially about how the project would impact property values. The township board took the subdivision residents’ concerns into consideration last week, then voted to find another site for the project.

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John Popovich looks back on his service during World War II

s America prepares to honor its veterans on Memorial Day, the Spinal Column Newsweekly would like to honor a real American hero, World War II veteran John Popovich. A 60-year resident of Commerce Township, Popovich, 92, was born in Clinton, Ind. before his family moved to Detroit when he was 5-years-old. Like many Americans after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, Popovich was compelled to serve his country and enlisted in the U.S. Army. From there he went on to serve in 46 combat missions in the air as a radio operator and mechanic/gunner in a B-26 Marauder airplane during the most pivotal points of the war, including the Battle of the Bulge. For his heroics, Popovich was not only honored by his own country with numerous honors and medals — such as the Air Medal and the EAME Theater Medal with three stars — but in January, Popovich was informed that he was being awarded Legion of Honor recognition by France, the country he helped liberate during World War II. Congratulations on receiving Legion of Honor recognition from France. What was your reaction? Have you received any other honors for your service? JP: That really surprised the heck out of me. I think the reason they chose me is because where I spent most of the war was right in France, and I stayed there until we fought at the very end, bombed and so forth, up until the end of the Battle of the Bulge. I also was appointed a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor and I received the Air Medal from America, two gold and one silver. Please describe your military service up until the point you became a participant in World War II. What division and unit were you in during the war? Where was it initially deployed, and what was its role? JP: I enlisted into the Army right after Pearl Harbor. I enlisted in the Air Corps. I used to fly little airplanes and I liked the airport. I got in there and they sent me to West Palm Beach, and from there I was sent to the radio school. I spent almost a year and a half going to classes to learn the radio and military things. Then in 1944, we went to Barks Air Field and I was assigned to an airplane there with Lt. James Avery. He chose his crew and that was made up of six people, and I was one of the six. I was his radio operator throughout the entire

back on the radio. And I did that until the end of the war. You were involved in 46 active combat missions in the Ardennes and Rhineland. What day or mission stands out the most for you from your time in those campaigns? JP: The most important and terrible ones were the ones from France, pushing into Germany. I sat in that back end of the plane and when we got back on the ground, our ground crew pounded in the holes in that plane just where the top-turret gunner and I were sitting, in an area no longer than 15 feet, and we were all in that area with 82 holes in there. Only one man ever got hit in there. He got hit in the leg and they sent him home — George Cisnaro, he was a top-turret gunner and he did a wonderful job up there. He lost his leg. Years later he passed away. He was the only one hit in that plane, called the “The Honky Tonk Tank.” I think it may still be used in England somewhere. Every mission it flew, I flew it, except for a couple of them. Did you think that the war would never end, or were you confident that your comrades would pull through? How were you and your comrades able to hold it together and not lose faith? JP: We always thought that we would pull through. We’d certainly prayed we would and I never was afraid. We had no chance to get nervous. We flew in a lot of hard missions and we all got along. There were six of us and now there’s only three of us left. Jim Avery, the pilot, is still alive; and Keith Freeman, he was the co-pilot. Actually, the two gunners and myself, we’d go out together in the nights sometimes, and after three or four missions, they used to allow us to fly over back to England to Newport for a three-day rest period. We’d go there and me and George would go up to the bar and restaurant there and eat or have a few drinks and we were both single, and we’d look for the girls. We did everything normal that a single man did, and the rest of them, some of them were married. We all got along so good, it was amazing — it was like a family. We had a big dinner before we left the Barks Air Field. Avery’s wife made dinner for us, invited us all over and we all had dinner the day before left. We were together until George got hit, then he left. ❏

war after that. We picked up our airplane at Barks Air Field in 1944 and we flew the southern route to Brazil and all the way through to England. The Americans had already jumped the English Channel into France and immediately following that... we flew in through France and landed in Le Rosier, France at the airport there and that’s where I spent the rest of the time and pulled out 46 combat missions, under fire, until 1945. We almost had to be turned backwards when the Germans hit at the Battle of the Bulge. We were almost told to move the airplanes back into France, to maybe Paris. It seemed like a miracle that on Dec. 23, 1944, when the weath-

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doll, historical pictures and horse saddle displays. Akin to Greenfield Village, demonstrations on-site include wool spinning and dyeing, butter churning, sheep shearing, wood splicing and sanding, candle making, and blacksmithing. Inflatables and a mechanical bull will also add to the festivities. Light concessions provided by Backyard Coney Island and the Walled Lake Western Band and football boosters will be available. For more information, visit www.wixomgov.org. ❏

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“The site that abuts the subdivision is no longer being considered,” said Commerce Township Supervisor Tom Zoner. Lodge said she was happy with the board’s May 8 decision. “This is probably one of the best decisions they’ve made,” Lodge said. “Everybody is happy. Now we would like to see something happen with the property. Maybe they will let people buy the property so we don’t have to worry about something like this again. They made the right decision.” Meanwhile, the township now must consider one of the other sites considered for the water tower and whether it wants to move forward with a water tower or a water tank project, according to Zoner. The water storage project dates back to 2008, when a water reliability study recommended that a water tower be built near DMC Huron ValleySinai Hospital in order to help reduce Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) service rates. According to township reports, Commerce currently pays some of the highest rates of any DWSD customer. A water storage tank or tower would allow the township to minimize peak use period charges by drawing water from the tower instead of the DSWD supply line. The Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner’s Office in 2010 projected that the savings from the estimated $5.8-million water tower project would be around $1.3 million annually. The water tower would have a payback period of five years and would eventually lead to rate savings for residents in the township who are connected to the Detroit water system.

This young participant in the Lakes Area Relay for Life on Saturday, May 12 at Geisler Middle School was all smiles — and a great sport — as she took not just one, but several pies in the face as part of her efforts during the 24-hour event to raise money for cancer research. “Cancer never sleeps,” Lakes Area Relay for Life community representative Sara Evitts said. “So for 24 hours, we don’t either.” (Photo submitted by Curtis Drogmiller)

A 2011 feasibility study recommended a water tower installation near DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital after more than nine sites were considered. Although there was further discussion on making a motion relative to a new proposed project location, the board opted in a 4-3 vote at the May 8 meeting to table the issue. More information on the project can be found at the township website at www.commercetwp.com/watertower. ❏

Forum will explain consequences of underage drinking Summer may be an exciting time for high school students, particularly seniors who are readying themselves for landmark events like prom and graduation. But each of these celebrations can present a temptation to consume alcohol, and sometimes it’s not other kids offering the “apple” but instead adults who see it as a harmless occasion for the minors to indulge. As a means of informing parents,

adults and students alike of the ramifications of minors consuming alcohol, the Waterford Coalition for Youth (WCFY) is holding a forum on Monday, May 21 addressing the responsibilities, legalities and costs associated with adults holding house parties. “We are finding an increasing number of parents providing alcohol and maybe taking the (car) keys away thinking they are keeping the kids safe, but ignoring the legalities,” said WCFY Executive Director Heather Halls. “Our intent is to explain legalities and ramifications of minors in possession (MIP) of alcohol and educate the community how the law works.” Halls added that not only is allowing those underage to drink illegal, but such activity increases the likelihood of sexual promiscuity and violence. “There’s plenty of ways to celebrate without providing alcohol to kids, in a safe, positive and legal environment,” Halls said. “Otherwise, it’s telling them that it’s OK to break the law.” The keynote speaker will be Andrea Dean, a WCFY committee member and attorney in the community who is running for a seat on the 51st District Court bench. “I see it in court and represent

numerous kids for MIPs and parents for violating local statues,” Dean said. “It’s a lot different now than 10 or 20 years ago. The courts take it much more seriously.” Parents or adults hosting a party where alcohol is consumed by minors could be sentenced to up to 30 days in jail and fined up to $1,000 in most cases, Dean said. If found guilty of furnishing the alcohol, there is a stiffer penalty: Up to 60 days in jail. Other consequences can impact the adult professionally. “If they are a certified professional like an attorney or medical caregiver, they must report to the state and there could be disciplinary action taken,” Dean added. Halls said that if alcohol is served at a party, it should be monitored and never left unattended. Hosts should also encourage guests not to provide alcohol to teens. The forum will be held at the Covert Center located at 1150 Scott Lake Road in Waterford Township. Refreshments will be available. ❏

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here’s just under two weeks left until Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, a day that many in west Oakland County mark with hot dogs and hamburgers and spending time with family — and, most importantly, honoring and remembering the members of the U.S. military who served during both peacetime and wartime. What follows is a rundown of parades and other events in the lakes area that will honor America’s veterans during the Memorial Day Weekend. WALLED LAKE The Walled Lake Memorial Day parade draws over 10,000 people every year. The event is slated for 11 a.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, beginning at the intersection of Pontiac Trail and Walled Lake Drive. It heads north on Pontiac Trail and moves east onto Maple Road, ending at the Walled Lake City Hall, where a brief ceremony will be held. According to Janell Joyce, the parade’s coordinator, several local businesses, schools, military organizations and other groups will participate in the parade, including each high school marching band from the Walled Lake Consolidated School District. “Over 400 marchers are anticipated this year,” Joyce said. Representatives of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post No. 4156, VFW Lawrence A. Sims Wixom Post No. 2269 and its Ladies Auxiliary, and the American Legion will also be participating after they visit various cemeteries throughout Wixom, Walled Lake and Commerce Township. “We go to honor our deceased veterans,” said Bill Lapham, commander of American Legion Constitution Post No. 224. “After visiting the cemeteries we go to the (Detroit Finnish Cooperative Summer Camp Association) on Loon Lake Road in Wixom and hold a raising of the flag ceremony with the VFWs and the Bisons support group.” At each cemetery, “Taps” is played, invocations are said, and a 21-gun salute is performed. VFW Post No. 2269 will begin the day at 6 a.m. with its own memorial service and lowering of the flag to half staff before heading out to seven area cemeteries. “We always honor one veteran at each grave,” said VFW Post No. 2269 Commander Norman Mauldin. “Then we walk in the parade and afterwards attend the memorial service at Walled Lake City Hall and then invite veterans back to the post.”

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For those who served Memorial Day parades draw thousands

Veterans are honored annually in the Walled Lake Memorial Day Parade (above), which is scheduled for Monday, May 28. The event, which will begin at 11 a.m. at the corner of Pontiac Trail and Walled Lake Drive, routinely draws over 10,000 people every year. (Photo submitted by Bob Palmer)

Other parade participants will include the Walled Lake Western High School football team, the Commerce Chargers football team, the Detroit Pershing High School drum line, Twirl-Em Batons, the Walled Lake Lions, Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, as well the Dance Dynamics dancers and other dance troupes. Elected officials such as state Sen. Mike Kowall (R-Commerce, Milford, Highland, White Lake, West Bloomfield, Orchard Lake, Wixom, Walled Lake and Wolverine Lake), state Rep. Hugh Crawford (R-Walled Lake, Wixom), and Walled Lake Mayor Bill Roberts and the Walled Lake City Council will take part in the parade. Elizabeth Ann Hawthorne, Miss Lady of the Lakes 2012, will also participate. Several grand marshals will be riding in the parade this year. World War II veteran Harold Edwards will be accompanied by his grandson, Brian Vorce, who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom; and Don Woodworth, a WWII veteran who served in the U.S. Marine Corps, will represent his grandson, Capt. Justin Peterson, who was killed at the age of 32 in 2006 during a tour of duty in Iraq’s Anbar Province. Groups like the VFW Post No. 2269 Ladies Auxiliary will be presenting parade floats created specifically

for the event. In tandem with the Memorial Day weekend, the Walled Lake Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will host its fourth annual Bill Compton Support Our Troops 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk on Sunday, May 27, beginning at 9 a.m. The fund-raiser is named in memory of Bill Compton, a highly-decorated WWII veteran and long-time resident of Walled Lake. Proceeds benefit two military charities — Operation Hug-AHero and the VFW Lawrence A. Sims Wixom Post No. 2269. Participants walk or run along the shores of Walled Lake in support of military personnel and their families. The Support Our Troops 5K Run kicks off with a grand opening celebration that includes an Honor Guard flag raising ceremony and the National Anthem performed by Gracie Jessop, a local singer. Following the event, a brunch will be offered by Uptown Grille and Great Harvest Bread of Commerce Township. Many local businesses and nonprofit organizations pulled together resources to sponsor the event. For more information, visit downtownwalledlake.org. WATERFORD TOWNSHIP The Waterford Township Memorial

Day Parade begins at 10 a.m. Monday, May 28 at the intersection of Sashabaw Road and Dixie Highway. It then heads north, concluding at the intersection of Dixie Highway and Williams Lake Road. This is the 45th year the township has hosted the event, which is considered one of the largest parades in Oakland County. Donna Kelley has coordinated the parade for 18 years. “The parade and festivities are to honor veterans and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice, and to make sure people don’t forget that freedom isn’t free,” she said. A stream of local schools and businesses, Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops, and military groups will march or drive in the parade. Some of the highlights include the Waterford Kettering and Waterford Mott high school bands accompanied by several middle school bands; parade entries by Kettering Youth Wrestling; the Waterford Baseball Coaches Association; Shriners; the Corvette Club; Quake on the Lake; the Waterford Historical Society; the Waterford Rotary Club; and the Waterford Township Public Library. Representatives from the Pontiac Elks Club and Daughters of the American Revolution will also participate along with parade sponsor, Heart

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every year. The Polish Muslims will then take the stage belting out polka/rock. Beginning Saturday, rhythm and blues, pop and rock groups take center stage. On Saturday, the Howling Diablos will be in the limelight. On Sunday, Mega 80s are featured, and Monday, Persuasion will entertain the crowd. Authentic Polish and American fare will be available for purchase

Mary’s Prep is $10. COMMERCE TOWNSHIP While Commerce Township does not have any sponsored events to acknowledge Memorial Day, it does have a tradition that’s observed every year to commemorate the holiday. According to the township Clerk’s Office, Commerce will continue the annual tradition of setting flags out at all the cemeteries in the township.

The Waterford Township Memorial Day Parade, which begins at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 28 at the intersection of Sashabaw Road and Dixie Highway, has been held in the community for 45 years. “The parade and festivities are to honor veterans and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and to make sure people don’t forget that freedom isn’t free,” said Donna Kelley, who has coordinated the parade for nearly two decades. (Photo submitted by Jim McClure/Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1008)

throughout the fair. A Vegas tent will feature Black Jack, no-limit Texas Hold ‘Em, and various casino games for those 18years-old or older. Vegas tent hours are May 25, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.; May 26 and 27, 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.; and May 28 from 3 to 7 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. Identification is required. A Texas Hold ‘Em tournament with opportunities to win thousands of dollars will be held throughout the weekend, from 9 to 11 p.m. on May 25 and 26, and on May 27 at a time to be determined. A separate Bingo tent will be set up for all ages, where victors win cash prizes. Moreover, 50 boutiques and vendors will set up shop. General admission to the fair is free of charge. However, Ride-All-Day passes are $25 at the gate or $20 if purchased in advance at 12 participating Meijer locations through May 24. Parking on the grounds of St.

HIGHLAND TOWNSHIP Highland Township will host its annual Community Parade on Saturday, May 19. As such, there are no plans to host a Memorial Day parade. While the township will not be directly involved in any communitysponsored holiday activities, VFW Post No. 9914, located on Duck Lake Road in Highland, will be holding ceremonies to honor veterans at several locations on Memorial Day. It will start at Highland Cemetery at 8:30 a.m., and then proceed to Highland Veteran’s Memorial at 9 a.m. From there, post members will hold another ceremony at the West Highland Cemetery at 9:30 a.m., before going to the West Hickory Haven at 10 a.m. MILFORD TOWNSHIP The 2012 Milford Memorial Day parade will take place on Memorial Day beginning at 11 a.m. in downtown Milford. The parade is being organized by

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its chairman, Joseph M. Salvia, former commander of American Legion Post No. 216 in Milford. He also serves as post commander of Huron Valley AMVET Post No. 2006. “There are no politicians or clowns in our parade,” Salvia said. The parade will begin at the American Legion Hall parking lot, located at 510 W. Commerce Road in Milford. The parade will head east down Commerce and then south on Main Street before halting at Central Park, where a remembrance ceremony will take place. On display will be a variety of military aircraft flying over the parade route, including two A-10 Thunderbolt jet fighters from the Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Salvia also said to expect 10 T-6 World War II aircraft, along with a B25 bomber and a C-47 aircraft. Also marching will be bands from Huron Valley Milford and Lakeland high schools, as well as area middle school bands. There will also be a full bagpipe band, Cabarfeigh, in the parade. About 1,500 participants are expected to attend, including American Legion and Huron Valley AMVET members, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and local church groups, including the Milford United Methodist Church, the Church of the Holy Spirit. At the ceremony at Central Park, the keynote speaker will be Brigadier General Michael A. Stone, assistant adjutant general of installations for the Michigan Army National Guard. Salvia said that all veterans are welcome to attend and march in the parade. He said he’s hoping for 1,000 vets to participate and said that there are about 700 that have already committed to attending. He added that he hopes many people will come to salute those who have served, who are still serving, and those who have paid the ultimate price. Veterans who wish to march can come by the American Legion the morning of the parade at 9:30 a.m. and sign in. Veterans are encouraged to wear their uniforms or their veterans’ caps. The parade has been held in Milford for over 100 years. Salvia said it has grown from sparse attendance to a major event that draws over 15,000. GREATER WEST BLOOMFIELD The 2012 Keego Harbor Memorial Day Parade will begin at 10 a.m. and feature a new parade route. The parade will start at Abbott Middle School on the corner of

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of the Lakes VFW Post No. 1008. Local officials, law enforcement groups, and a bevy of politicians will also take part in the festivities, along with the Waterford Police Department Color Guard and Waterford Fire Department personnel. “The fire department is planning on bringing its smokehouse truck, the vehicle that is used to teach fire safety,” Kelley said. Waterford Township Treasurer Margaret Birch will be accompanied again this year by her father, Wilbur Frank, a WWII veteran. “My father is 90 now and there aren’t too many World War II vets left,” she said. Waterford Trustee “Doc” Maloney, a veteran of the Vietnam War and a member and chaplain of VFW Post No. 1008, will follow, dressed in full military uniform. Representatives from various churches, along with Hess-Hathaway Park and Drayton Plains Nature Center representatives, will also participate, as will many local businesses. A flyover by aircraft stationed at the Selfridge Air National Guard Base is also planned, but the time has yet to be determined. The parade concludes with a memorial service at the Drayton Plains Cemetery, located at the corner of Williams Lake Road and Dixie Highway, with the VFW presiding. “They do a service over a veteran’s grave,” Kelley said. ORCHARD LAKE For over four decades, the St. Mary’s Polish Country Fair has been one of the kickoffs to summer in Oakland County and is heralded as the largest event of its kind in the nation. The event is held every Memorial Day Weekend on the St. Mary’s campus overlooking Orchard Lake, located at 3535 Indian Trail. Fair hours are 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on May 25; from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27; and from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on May 28. The fair typically attracts 110,000 people looking for a weekend of excitement, great food, and entertainment. However, there are plans to make the 41st annual event even better this year. Creative Arts Studio from Royal Oak will be working alongside kids on pottery painting, wax hands, and “squirt the shirt” attractions. There will also be face painting, balloon sculpting, and more. Each evening features a musical headliner playing a wide variety of genres. The fair opens on May 25 with the Orchard Lake Jazz Ensemble, as it does

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Orchard Lake Road and Commerce Road. The parade will then proceed eastbound on Orchard Lake Road and then north along Cass Lake Road before ending at Keego Harbor City Hall on Schroeder Boulevard. Sid Rubin, Keego Harbor Mayor Pro Tem and the parade’s chairperson, said about 200 veterans will be marching in the parade, and about 60 groups will be participating. The West Bloomfield High School Marching Band will also be performing at the parade, while 200 to 300 children and adults riding bicycles will also be moving along the parade route. Also expected to appear are former Detroit Lions Lomas Brown and Eddie Murray, along with the victory float from Detroit’s Thanksgiving Day parade. The West Bloomfield police and fire departments will also be represented. Following the parade, there will be a special memorial tribute to veterans on the grounds of the Keego Harbor City Hall beginning at 11:30 a.m. Rubin said seven individuals who are current or former armed forces members, including Orchard Lake

Mayor Bruce McIntyre, will be honored for their service. After the conclusion of the tribute, there will be a family-style picnic at Rose Sortor Park, where food will be served at no cost and a variety of bands will be performing. Rubin said he expects 3,000 to 3,500 people to line up along the parade route, with a major concentration along the 1-mile stretch of Orchard Lake Road. The parade will also be televised on Civic Center Channel 15 and streamed online at civiccentertv.com. For more information, e-mail keegoharbormemorialdayparade@gmail.com. Meanwhile, Sylvan Lake will be holding its own Memorial Day parade on May 28 beginning at 11 a.m. at City Hall on Inverness Road and ending with a ceremony at Memorial Park at Garland Avenue. The parade will include live music, classic cars, floats and more. For more information, call Sylvan Lake City Hall at 248-682-1440. Keego Harbor and Sylvan Lake had previously collaborated on a Memorial Day parade. ❏ Staff writers Angela Niemi and Michael Shelton contributed to this report.

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Robocalls, lawsuit update dominate board meeting By Michael Shelton staff writer

Lawsuits and robocalls were in the spotlight at the West Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, May 14. The board received an update regarding a declaratory lawsuit filed by Supervisor Michele Economou Ureste and Trustee Steve Kaplan against the township. The board was also informed that the lawsuit will next be heading to the state Court of Appeals, which will hold a declaratory hearing on June 12. However, Kaplan and Ureste were both absent from the meeting, with Kaplan saying he was on a scheduled vacation and Ureste recovering from a root canal she said she had earlier in the day. But numerous residents attended, with many saying that they received a robocall on Sunday, May 13 encouraging them to attend the meeting that night. Ureste and Trustee Gene Farber both received the robocall themselves, saying that it was from a group of residents that stated it would be filing an injunction in court against Clerk Cathy Shaughnessy, Farber, and fellow Trustees Larry Brown and Howard Rosenberg. Shaughnessy said she heard the call on an answering machine and that the call stated the four in question were costing the township taxpayer dollars to pay selected residents’ water bills, referring to a fund that was set up in 2009. The call also claimed that Shaughnessy was not keeping closedsession minutes for the board’s executive sessions. Ureste and Kaplan each denied any prior knowledge of the robocalls, with Ureste saying that she had previously been a victim of robocalls herself, calling it “gutter-style politics.” But she didn’t dispute the claims made in the call and said that her attorneys are very confident about the upcoming appeal hearing. According to township Attorney Gary Dovre, the township has spent over $39,000 in legal fees defending itself since the Ureste/Kaplan suit was filed in the fall of 2010. The upcoming ruling on June 12 will center on two issues, according to Ureste: Brown having his $125 township board meeting stipend directed to the township’s Water Benevolent Fund

During the Saturday, May 5 White Lake Township Firefighters Association’s annual Awards Social, firefighter/paramedic Steve Hanneman (far left in right picture); Rose Osborne (holding flowers); and firefighter/paramedic David Mills (right in left picture) were honored for their efforts to help the community. Fire Chief Anthony Maltese (second from left) and Fire Association President Al Linson (far right in left picture) doled out the awards for the three honorees. (Photos submitted by Sharon Stoia/White Lake Township Fire Department)

Honoring community service Mills, Hanneman, Osborne lauded for efforts in White Lake By Angela Niemi staff writer

he White Lake Township Firefighters Association held its annual Awards Social at Beacon Hill Banquet Center on Saturday, May 5 and honored firefighter/paramedic David Mills, firefighter/paramedic Steve Hanneman, and Rose Osborne. Mills was given the Firefighter of the Year Award. He was recognized for his efforts in training citizens and fire personnel in CPR, assisting residents in the proper installation of child safety seats, being a member of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department HAZ-MAT Team, and being an “exceptional” training instructor, according to White Lake

to help needy township families pay their water bills; and the township board’s selection of Michael Patton as police chief. Ureste and Kaplan argued that state statute implies that only the township supervisor can appoint a

Fire Chief Anthony Maltese. Through his work in writing the grant application, Mills was also instrumental in the fire department receiving a federal grant to purchase a $110,000 vehicle exhaust extraction system for all three White Lake Township fire stations. “Dave Mills is a dedicated, passionate firefighter/paramedic and we feel fortunate to have personnel of such fine character,” Maltese said. Meanwhile, Hanneman was awarded the Fire Chief’s Award for the School is Back in Session safety program and his work with the Coats for Kids drive. The first ever Rose Osborne Award was given to its namesake to

honor long-time resident Osborne for the many years of service she has given to the White Lake community. Osborne spent many years as a dispatcher for the volunteer Fire Department. Her late husband, Bud, had been a captain for the department. Osborne has also spent many hours assisting the White Lake Goodfellows campaign each Christmas season. The Rose Osborne Award will be presented annually to a White Lake Township citizen who unselfishly contributes to the community and charitable causes throughout the year. ❏

police chief, and that Brown hasn’t received a W-2 tax form or a 1099 tax form reflecting payment for each township board meeting. Those claims were dismissed in the Oakland County Circuit Court last year by Judge Rudy Nichols, but Ureste

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Milford breakfast May 20 an area staple for 50 years The Milford Fire Department will host its annual Firefighters Association Buck Wilson Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 20 from 8 a.m. to noon at Milford Fire Station No. 1 at 325 W. Huron Street. Assistant Fire Chief Tom Moore said that not only will pancakes be served, but also sausage, juice, coffee, milk and tea. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for senior citizens and $4 for children up 12-years-old. Children 5-years-old and under, as well as any military personnel in uniform, are admitted for free. Moore said that the breakfast has been put on for over 50 years and that the proceeds are used for various needs. “One year, we bought medical bags for personnel to put in their own vehicles, and another year we helped donate funds for a hyperbaric chamber for Detroit Receiving Hospital,” Moore said. “Mostly, the proceeds go toward things that benefit our citizens.” Those interested in attending the event are asked to park on Washington Street or in the fire station’s back parking lot and to enter from the Washington Street side of the station. All required permits and fees associated with putting on the breakfast will be obtained and paid for by the association. ❏

Highland seeking 0.75-mill increase for OCSD services The Highland Township Board of Trustees has decided to ask voters to authorize an additional 0.75-mill collection for a law enforcement services during the Aug. 7 primary election. The millage increase for Oakland County Sheriff’s Department services would cover 2013 and 2014. Back in 2010, residents approved a public safety millage that allowed the township to collect 2.7805 mills through 2014. But since then, property values have declined about 15.2 percent, resulting in a loss of $431,663 in expected revenue from that millage, according to township Supervisor Triscia Pilchowski. The Oakland County Equalization

Harley to be raffled Milford Historical Society to benefit By Michael Shelton staff writer

he Milford Historical Society is giving motorcycle enthusiasts a chance to win a customized HarleyDavidson through a special raffle. The society is currently selling 3,000 raffle tickets, priced at $20 each, until June 30, when it will award a brand-new, 2012 FLHX 103 Harley-Davidson Street Glide motorcycle that will be adorned with a Civil War-era mural by John Harrow. According to Linda Dagenhardt, the raffle’s organizer, the bike is being purchased by the society from ABC Harley-Davidson in Waterford Township, and the drawing will be held at 2 p.m. at the society’s building at 124 E. Commerce Street. Proceeds from the raffle, in part, will go toward the Milford Historical Society, including its museum, student docent college scholarships, and community educational programs. The raffle will also benefit the Huron Valley Civil War Commemoration in remembrance of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War that will take place in front of Division further expects Highland’s overall taxable value to drop by another 1 percent over the coming year. Currently, Highland’s 2012 Sheriff’s Department contract provides for one detective sergeant, 12 deputies, and two patrol investigators — one of whom serves as Huron Valley Milford High School’s Resources Officer and is paid for by the school district. A mill is equal to $1 for every $1,000 of a property’s taxable value, which is generally equal to half the property’s market value. A 0.75-mill increase in the 2.7805-mill levy would cost the owner of a property in the township with a taxable value of $100,000 ($200,000 market value) an additional $75 a year. The 0.75-mill increase would allow for another patrol investigator and a swing shift deputy. “The in-house officials agree that if the township is going to seek an additional police millage, it shouldn’t be for adequate coverage but for coverage that will serve Highland’s population most effectively, efficiently and well into the future,” Pilchowski said.

Huron Valley Milford High School on July 21 and July 22. Last year, the commemoration was held at Milford’s Central Park and included demonstrations and displays along with Civil War enlistments and drills, as well as a Civil War ball. Dagenhardt said that there is no limit on the number of raffle tickets a person can purchase. Tickets can be acquired either by calling 248-807-1204 and making arrangements for a ticket delivery, or visiting the society’s building on Wednesdays or Saturdays between 1 and 4 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased at the Milford Township offices inside the Milford Civic Center during normal business hours, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tickets will also be sold at the Shark Club in Waterford, 6665 Highland Road, on Thursdays during “Bike Night,” as well as at Baker’s of Milford, 2025 S. Milford Road, on Sundays from 3 to 7 p.m. during the restaurant’s car shows. For more information, call 248685-7308 or e-mail milfordhistory@hotmail.com. ❏ “This will allow for more immediate follow ups to incidents, reports and citizens’ inquiries. A fast response results in timely resolutions to cases and quick arrests.” The township is further looking into having its tax increment financing (TIF) agreement with Oakland County — which benefits the Highland Downtown Development Authority (DDA) — suspended for this police millage request. “Basically, for our DDA to acquire a portion of taxes meant for Oakland County, the county commissioners required a portion of Highland Township’s police, fire and library millages to go toward the DDA district,” said Pilchowski. “(Township Trustee Raymond) Polidori asked me to check and see if the county would be willing to suspend the TIF agreement for this police millage request. I did contact the county and their (corporation) counsel is checking into our inquiry. If this can be accomplished, we will amend the ballot language accordingly. Otherwise, it will go on as written.” ❏

Wolverine Lake grants final OK on sewer project SAD By Leslie Shepard staff writer

After a final public hearing was held on Wednesday, May 9, the Wolverine Lake Village Council took action to approve one of the largest sewer infrastructure and hook-up projects in its history, with a special assessment district (SAD) for sanitary sewers impacting the owners of property on eight streets within the village. About 61 percent of the owners of property on Delmonte, Oakview, Ethel Drive, Ethel Court, Payne Court, Canal Street, and half of those on Tampa Street and Oak Island signed petitions in favor of new sanitary sewer infrastructure. SAD law states that if more than 51 percent of property owners on a street request sewers, the Village Council has the option to establish an SAD and create a sanitary sewer project. The law now allows for the SAD and for the village to force those who didn’t sign a petition to participate in payment on the improvements, according to Mike Powell, the village’s engineering consultant. The owners of property on those streets will have to pay for sewers lines running along the streets, but are not required to connect their homes to the sewer lines — that is voluntary. “We had one citizen concerned that the state may require those to hook up even if they don’t want to, but according to Oakland County and our septic ordinance, you don’t have to unless your septic fails,” said Councilman Brian Nedrow. While half of Oak Island residents petitioned for sanitary sewer service — 16 out of 32 — the council usually likes to see more property owner support, but decided to include the area in the sewer SAD for two reasons. “First, we received 50 percent of residents who wanted it; secondly, it would have been possible to gerrymander construction and omit some to go over the 50 percent, but those lots would have been within 200 feet of the hookup range, and if their septics fail then they would be required to hook up anyway,” said Village Council President John Magee. “It would do

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these residents a great disservice if not included and then they would have to pay a higher cost down the road.” Oak Island is unique given that it abuts Tampa and Oakview and must be served by either sewer line to be installed along those roads. Payne Court and Ethel would hook up to the South Commerce main while Delmonte would connect to a Benstein Road sewer main. Tampa and Oakview would hook up to the Glengary Road main while Oak Island would piggyback onto Oakview or Tampa’s Glengary connection. The Village Council tapped the low-

est bidder, Milford contractor J.W. Fields, to facilitate the projects. Infrastructure costs have been pegged at $248,168. For the 178 properties in the infrastructure SAD, that’s $2,300 per homesite. Spread over a 10-year span, that equates to $280 per month. “The ‘buildable lot’ concept has been a point of confusion for some people,” Magee noted. “Costs are spread across every lot, and while most are buildable, some are not. There are two people who have two lots with no intention of building on them so they merged them into one lot and are now only charged for one.” Once the infrastructure is completed, residents will hook up to the

sewer lines at a future date or pay hook-up costs up front. SAD hook up costs are estimated at $15,000 per household, Powell said. Forty people submitted petitions in favor of hooking up to the sanitary sewers. “This SAD is 100 percent participation because only those that want it (hook up) are impacted,” Powell said. “This is a special program enacted to help to spread out costs for tying into sewers over 10 years. Not many communities do this — it’s special for the village and very helpful to people.” Sewer line construction will begin once bonds are sold to pay the contractor, but is anticipated to commence toward the end of June and be

completed Sept. 1, Powell said. Powell will be meeting with individual homeowners and the owners of schedule tie-in properties, but those with failed septics will take priority. Some residents opted to sign up for hookup after the SAD deadline, but by then it was too late; however, a new petition is circulating throughout the village. “A new petition has started for a new SAD, but there’s no expected date because we need a certain number of hook ups, like 20-25, to cross the threshold for municipal bonding,” Magee said. Those residents interested can contact the village to sign the petition by calling 248-624-1710. ❏

ers to request a permit to destroy nests and eggs, a process which then encourages the geese to migrate north. If this method fails, the DNR allows people to request a permit to have

geese on their lake or site rounded up and transported to designated release sites. Geese that are rounded up but not relocated may be euthanized and prepared by a licensed meat proces-

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Sugden Lake OK for measures to control geese By Angela Niemi staff writer

he White Lake Township Board of Trustees voted unanimously last month to approve a request to perform goose roundup and nest destruction activities at Sugden Lake. The resolution is valid for the next five years. According to the resolution, lake users and property owners have concerns about health and safety problems reportedly related to a large goose population, and the Friends of Sugden Lake group has already tried other methods to deter the geese. The goose nest disruption process is sanctioned and permitted by the state Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The nest destruction program allows property own-

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WB accepts 174 Schools of Choice students via lottery By Michael Shelton

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The West Bloomfield School District held a Schools of Choice lottery on Wednesday, May 2 to fill seats kindergarten through second-grade classrooms across the district. “Our Schools of Choice Lottery awarded positions to 174 applicants out of 265 who applied,” said Pamela Zajac, the school district’s public relations and marketing coordinator. “All elementary buildings had available seats. Each building had a different number available.” Zajac added that the state per-pupil allowance for each Schools of Choice student accepted is determined by what districts those applicants are residents of, and each of them are different. “Therefore, at this time it’s difficult to determine the exact revenue that these students will bring to the district, and we will not know officially until count day on Oct. 3,” she said. “The number of students that actually enroll can be different than those that have been awarded seats.” Applicants come from across Oakland County and through the Oakland Intermediate School District. The West Bloomfield district also reported that 226 new students were enrolled through the program during the 2011-12 school year in kindergarten through third-grade. By accepting 174 Schools of Choice students this year, the program will see a reduction of 22 percent in new choice students. Committees recommended to the Board of Education that in future years the number of new choice students be reduced by a similar number so that in five years, the overall number of choice students enrolled in the district will be fewer than 20 percent of the overall student population. ❏

New HVS carnival at Lakeland to be held June 14-17 By Leslie Shepard

The White Lake Family Carnival event is being sponsored by Huron Valley Lakeland High School, Lakeland Leadership, Lakeland Athletics, and Huron Valley Recreation and Education, and will be held in the Lakeland High School student parking lot. “I had an idea a few years back and thought we had to do some type of fund-raiser in the summer,” said Lakeland Student Activities Director Scott Rolando. “I finally went to a conference in Kalamazoo and it all came together and then Wade Shows, Inc. said they would do it.” Wade Shows is one of the nation’s top carnival operators. The carnival will feature various rides and midway game activities. Food vendors will be selling staple carnival fare like funnel cakes, cotton candy, caramel apples, pop, hamburgers, hot dogs and bratwursts. “We are starting off this year strictly with a carnival and, if it’s well received in the community, we plan to expand it (into) a communitywide festival complete with concerts, vendors, etc.,” Rolando said. The carnival kicks off June 14 and will run from 4 to 11 p.m. that day. It will be open from 4 to 11 p.m. on June 15, from noon to 11 p.m. on June 16, and from 2 to 8 p.m. on June 17. Pre-sale day arm bands, which include unlimited rides, are available online at www.huronvalleyrec.com and www.lakelandhs.com for $15. The day arm bands will cost $20 at the site. Pre-sale arm bands will be available for purchase through June 13. Coupons for a $3 discount on the $20 arm bands can be accessed at any school or the Duck Lake Center at any point before the carnival, for June 14 or June 17 attendance only. Twenty percent of the total sales will benefit the Huron Valley School District and will be divided among different school groups. The $5 per car parking fee will be earmarked for athletics. ❏

Two local boards approve new bullying policies

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Fund-raiser to benefit Central student May 22 By Angela Niemi staff writer

raduation season is upon us, that time of year when high school seniors across the nation celebrate the culmination of their secondary education careers with friends and family and hope that in some way they have left their mark upon their school community. The seniors at Walled Lake Central High School have done just that now that a benefit they organized four years ago to help a fellow student will continue on as one of Central’s charitable fund-raising events. Four years ago as a freshman, Kaitlin Aldea was diagnosed with leukemia. Her fellow classmates wanted to do something to help, so they organized an event through the school’s Student Council. They had student bands try out and put together a concert with admission set at $5. All proceeds went to Aldea. “Kaitlin is now completely cancer-free,” said Central Student Activities Director Laura Matousek. “As a senior, she is one of the top in her class. She is thriving.” Since then, the student council has hosted Kaitlin’s Cause every year to benefit a different member of the Walled Lake Central community. Past beneficiaries include Central student Drew Clayborn and teacher Kirk Pederson, both of whom became quadriplegics following accidents. This year’s beneficiary is Brian Jarosz, a junior at Central who bat-

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The West Bloomfield Schools Board of Education approved its updated policy on April 30, while the Waterford Schools Board of Education followed suit on May 4. The policies were being updated to follow Public Act (PA) 241 of 2011, which requires all districts to adopt a policy prohibiting bullying at school no later than June 6. Bullying is defined in both policies as any gesture or written, verbal, graphic or physical act (including

Brian Jarosz (center in bottom row), a junior at Walled Lake Central High School who battles spinal muscular atrophy, will be the beneficiary of the Brian’s Battle fund-raising event, slated for 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22 at the Uptown Grille in Commerce Township. Also pictured in the front row are Mark Jarosz (left), Brian’s father; and Amy Jarosz (right), Brian’s mother. In the top row (left to right) are Brian’s siblings, Nicole Jarosz, Paul Jarosz, and Jessica Jarosz. (Photo submitted by Bennett Hartley/Walled Lake Central High School)

tles spinal muscular atrophy, a disease causing progressive muscle weakness. Jarosz’s life changed in seventhgrade, when he was plagued with fatigue and suffering occasional falls, both early symptoms of the disease. For a boy who used to run and climb and swim, walking up the stairs became a challenge. Since August 2008, Jarosz’s condition has worsened, further hindering his mobility and independence. To give

Jarosz more independence, the Jarosz family needs to make several home modifications, as well as get additional equipment for medical and transportation needs. To help support Jarosz, Brian’s Battle will be held at the Uptown Grille in Commerce Township from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 22. Tickets are $20 and include admission, food, and live music throughout the night. There will also be a raffle with

through electronic devices) that is intended to harm a student. Both policies state that bullying will be strictly prohibited. They also both apply to all school activities in the districts, including school-run activities held outside the districts. The policies now ban retaliation or a false accusation against a victim of bullying, a witness or another person with reliable information about an act of bullying. They also include a procedure for providing notification to the parents or legal guardians of a victim of bullying and a perpetrator of bullying, as well as a procedure for a

prompt investigation of a report of a violation of the policy or a related complaint with the school’s principal or principal’s designee in charge of the investigation. ❏

WB board to vote on superintendent contract May 18 By Michael Shelton staff writer

The West Bloomfield Board of Education will look to approve a con-

prizes featuring a week-long vacation on Marco Island, Fla.; Detroit Tigers and Red Wings tickets; rounds of golf; and specialty baskets filled with gift cards and goodies. “It’s heartwarming to see how much the community will donate,” said Matousek. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.wlcstickets.com. ❏ tract for new Superintendent Dr. Gerald Hill at a meeting set for 6 p.m. Friday, May 18 in the West Bloomfield High School Media Center. This comes after the board selected Hill, superintendent of the Glenview School District in Illinois, to be West Bloomfield’s new superintendent on Saturday, May 5. Contract provisions were not made available to the Spinal Column Newsweekly prior to press time. Prior to the meeting, a public meet-and-greet event with Hill will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. in the high school Media Center. ❏

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50 YEARS AGO May 17, 1962 The Third Annual Installation Dinner of the Walled Lake Education Association will be held on Tuesday, May 22, at Clifford H. Smart Junior High School. Featured speaker for the event will be Mr. Austin Grant, “the dean of local newscasters.” As a news commentator for CKLW radio, Mr. Grant is bringing a report of worldwide and local events to his second generation of listeners. Grant is respected as a news analyst and civic leader — he is a member of the Livonia City Council, and won the 1958 Electronics Institute Award “for outstanding reporting in the field of science and electronics.” Vic Bouchart will be brought in to lead the Walled Lake Education Association. Installed as presidentelect will be Lloyd Antieau. Roy Nix and William Menzel will come in as secretary and treasurer, respectively. Appointed as delegates to classroom teachers are Margaret Johnson, Beatrice Lamkin and Gerry Makowsky. 40 YEARS AGO May 17, 2972 The Pine Knob Music Theater will mark its premier season with a summer line-up of appearances by several top names in the music business. David Cassidy, star of “The Partridge Family” television show and whose singles “I Think I Love You” and “Doesn’t Somebody Want to be Wanted” have been million-plus sellers, will open the season on Sunday, June 25. Following Cassidy will be Andy Williams, who appears June 27-July 1; Pearl Bailey, July 5-9, Isaac Hayes, July 20-21; Sergio Mendes and Brazil ‘77 on July 22; and The Carpenters July 25-29. Virgil Fox will hold a July 30 concert, followed by Neil Diamond on Aug. 1-5, Johnny Mathis and Henry Mancini on Aug. 8-12; Chicago on Aug. 15-19; and Liberace on Aug. 22-26. Closing out the season will be Dionne Warwick, Aug. 29-Sept. 2, Liza Minnelli on Sept. 5-9; and Elton John on Sept. 10-11.

14, remains under investigation. An alarm on the fire was turned in by a passerby at 4:05 a.m., said Fire Chief Wendell Trager. Waterford eventually had nearly 50 firefighters on the scene, with eight men sent from Independence Township to assist, four men from White Lake township and one engine from Independence to help cover the Waterford Station No. 2. Three Waterford engines were sent to the scene. The department took three hours to get the fire under control, and a total of 16 hours to get the blaze out. Trucks were called back once for a rekindle, the chief said. 20 YEARS AGO May 13, 1992 A $1.225 million purchase of the Textron building on Ladd Road was approved by the Walled Lake Board of Education for new administrative headquarters on Thursday, May 7. The approval of the purchase of the 54,000-square-foot building, which housed Textron’s Pure-Pak Division, will create housing for school services and programs currently scattered across the district. Superintendent Dr. James Geisler said the district has a problem because programs and administrative offices are spread throughout the schools. He said that although the district is in tight financial times, the purchase of the needed building now will save money for the future. Geisler said several options had been studied and this purchase is the most economical. He also said a solution had to be found now because of the planned extension of Maple Road in 1993 or 1994 which would require the sale or demolition of the current administration building.

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❐ Cub Scout Pack 222 of Walled Lake would like to announce the following achievements that were celebrated at the Blue & Gold Banquet on Feb. 11. Hunter Florkowski, Michael Trombetta and Andrew O’Boyle earned the Arrow of Light, the highest award in Cub Scouts. All three scouts participated in a cross-over ceremony and have been accepted into Boy Scout troops. Michael Trombetta has joined Troop 104 in Walled Lake and Hunter Florkowski and Andrew O’Boyle have joined Boy Scout Troop 179 of Farmington Hills. Congratulations to our new Boy Scouts!

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LOCAL MATTERS business notes movers/shakers honors/awards ❐ The Michigan Association of School Social Workers (MASSW) has announced that Waterford School District Social Worker Micah Brown was named Oakland County School Social Worker of the Year. MASSW is a statewide organization committed to the improvement of the school social work profession and to the well-being of children and their families. Brown began his tenure with the Waterford School District in 2002 and currently works between two elementary buildings, Haviland and Sandburg. He has training to work with students with autism, and works to bring autism awareness to the staff and students throughout the district. Brown has also created a peer support and mentoring program that help behaviorally challenged students transition to the middle school. He is also an Olweus Bullying Prevention trainer and has provided training to staff within the district. Brown was recognized for this award on April 27 at the MASSW Spring Conference at Oakland Schools.

new products ❐ Detroit DMC Harper Hospital’s (DMC) Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) has announced that it will participate in Avinger’s CONNECT II, a global clinical trial conditionally approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that gives physicians access to Ocelot, a new imaging technology tool to fight peripheral arterial disease (PAD). The new technology helps to eliminate the need for bypass surgeries and/or amputations in patients with the disease. With only 14 hospitals across the United States participating, currently DMC CVI is one of two Michigan hospitals participating. Each year, nearly 200,000 amputations occur as a result of PAD. As part of the clinical trial, co-investigator Mahir Elder, M.D., medical director of both the Cardiac Care Unit and Endovascular Medicine, will use Ocelot on enrolled patients to help restore blood flow in completely blocked arteries in patients’ legs through a simple two-millimeter skin incision, helping to avoid amputation. Dr. Elder trains doctors from across the country in advanced, complex procedures. As the No. 1 physician in the state of Michigan in PAD treatment, Dr. Elder is an international and national recognized leader in the field. PAD, affecting between 8 million and 12 million

Westlake Health Campus staff and residents, and community members gathered Friday, May 11 for a ribboncutting ceremony to commemorate the opening of The Legacy at Westlake, a new memory care neighborhood facility at the Westlake Campus designed specifically to serve those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. (Spinal Column Newsweekly photo/Amy K. Lockard)

Committed to bettering lives The Legacy at Westlake caters to dementia patients

eniors in the Oakland County area who are living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other memory challenges have a new option for services and support with the opening of The Legacy at Westlake, a free-standing memory care neighborhood at the Westlake Health Campus in Commerce Township, located at 10735 Bogie Lake Road. The Legacy at Westlake provides maximum independence and personalized care in a secured environment. The neighborhood offers a homelike setting featuring private resident suites (including a private bath with a spacious walk-in shower), chefprepared meals served family-style, “life stations” that encourage residents to engage in familiar tasks, décor that encourages reminiscing, a secured courtyard, and services specially tailored to meet residents’ individual preferences. The specially-designed activity program, based on protocols embraced by advocacy groups such as the Alzheimer’s Association and the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, is responsive to the energy patterns of those living with dementia. Watercolor painting, gardening, exercise classes and discussion of current adults in the U.S. alone, is caused by a build-up of plaque in the arteries that

events are examples of just a few choices on the day’s activity calendar. Staff working in The Legacy receive additional dementia-specific training which encompasses personcentered approaches to care, communication techniques, and behavioral interventions. “Our commitment to a servant leadership culture and our dedication to providing exceptional service that exceeds our customers’ expectations are the cornerstones of Trilogy’s operating philosophy,” said Randall Bufford, president and CEO of Trilogy Health Services, LLC, which owns and operates the Westlake Health Campus. “When you have great services, delivered by a dedicated and compassionate team of caregivers, the result is a senior living experience that allows our residents to live truly meaningful lives. “From staff engagement and our focus on resident personal preferences, to the local flavors on our menus — everything at a Trilogy campus is focused on our customers’ preferences and helping them have strong social connections, engagement and purpose, while also providing options for clinical care,” he said. “Now our resi-

dents in Commerce will have the benefit of enjoying all of this, not only at Westlake Health Campus, but in our Legacy memory care neighborhood, as well.” “The Legacy will also offer support services for family members, not only of our residents, but also for those who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in their homes,” said Colleen Higgins, executive director of Westlake. “We realize the challenges that a home caregiver faces, and we want to provide resources to help them provide the best care they possibly can. As part of our family support efforts, we offer monthly Family Forum Support Groups, in addition to programs like Caregiver’s Day Off, which gives caregivers the tools they need to care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.” Westlake offers a full continuum of senior living and health care services, including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care and assisted living. To learn more about Westlake Health Campus and The Legacy at Westlake, please call 248-363-9400 or visit our website at www.westlakehealthcampus.com. ❏

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LOCAL MATTERS chamber notes ❐ The Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce (HVCC) is holding the following events in the coming days. For a complete calender of chamber events, visit www.huronvcc.com. • Milford Rotary’s 18th Annual Wine Tasting Event and Fine Chocolate Sampling, 7 to 9 p.m. tomorrow, Thursday, May 17, Baker’s of Milford, 2055 S. Milford Road, Milford. Tickets at the door: $45 per person. www.milfordwinetasting.com • The Coffee Club, 8 to 9 a.m. Friday, May 18, Milford Laundry/Huron Valley’s Horse Blanket Headquarters, 955 E. Summit Street, Milford. Join them for this free morning mixer. • New Member Meet and Greet, 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 23, Huron Valley State Bank’s conference room, 130 S. Milford Road, Milford. Come and learn the top 10 things to make your membership work for you. • Women’s Forum Networking Group. The group meets the last Wednesday of every month at area eateries for dinner and networking with businesswomen from Huron Valley Chamber and South Lyon Area Chamber. There’s no cost to join but dinner cost varies at each restaurant. There’s no obligation to attend every month. Join us at your convenience. • Western Oakland Meals on Wheels Program, 5th Annual Miles for Meals Run and Walk, Saturday, June 2, Kensington Metropark. So no senior goes hungry ... participate, partner, please. For more information, call 810-632-2155. • Huron Valley Chamber of Commerce’s 36th Annual Golf Outing, June 13, at Dunham Hills Golf Course, located at 13561 Dunham Road in Hartland. Registration/breakfast, 7:30 a.m.; Shot Gun (Scramble) Start, 9 a.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Rotary Club of Milford. Single golfer fee is $100 and a foursome is $400. Tee or Green (Hole) Sponsorships are $100. Golf includes 18 holes with cart, continental breakfast, lunch at the turn compliments of Perriez Custom Catering, one beverage ticket, games, prizes, a goody bag, a BBQ dinner, and an awards ceremony. Sponsorship opportunities are still available and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Rotary Club of Milford. Contact HVCC Sponsorship Manager Jennifer Barrett at jennifer@huronvcc.com. ❐ The Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce (LACC) is holding the following events in the coming days.

For a complete calender of chamber events, call 248-624-2826 or visit lakesareachamber.com: • Edgewood Biz Connectors (LABAT), 8:15 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, Edgewood Country Club, 8399 Commerce Road, Commerce. • Professional Networking Group (LABAT), 8:15 a.m. Wednesday, May 23, Managing Change, 2655 Oakley Park Road, Commerce. • Ambassadors Meeting, 9:15 a.m. Friday, May 25, chamber offices, 305 N. Pontiac Trail, Suite A, Walled Lake. • First Friday, 8 a.m. Friday, June 1, 7950 Cooley Lake Road, Waterford. Complementary early morning networking opportunity. • Government Affairs Meeting,

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9, at the Multi-Lakes Conservation Association, 3860 Newton Road in Commerce Township. This event will be an enjoyable evening of musical entertainment featuring Fifty Amp Fuse, locally one of the best known and sought-after live music cover bands in the area. Food, beverages, beer and wine will be available for purchase. For more information, call the chamber at 248-624-2826 or email info@lakesareachamber.com. ❐ The Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce (WACC) is holding the following events in the coming days. For a complete calender of chamber events, call 248-666-8600 or visit waterfordchamber.org: • Spring “Dust Off” Party, noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 20, at Poor Boy Choppers, located at 2959 Dixie Highway in Waterford. This event is a swap meet. Got used parts to sell (motorcycle or car)? Set up is free, but limited space is available, so call first. 248-618-8455. • Short Game and Putting Clinic, 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 30, Silver Lake Golf Club, 2602 W. Walton Boulevard in Waterford. Grab your clubs, coolers and employees and join us for some professional instruction to improve your chipping and putting. Get a grip early and shave a few strokes off your game. Instruction provided by Richard Coatta, golf teaching professionals head coach at Oakland Community College. The event is free for chamber members and employees. Register online at waterfordchamber.org. • Ribbon Cutting at Spring of Waterford, noon to 1 p.m. Friday, June 1, 3127 W. Huron, Suite C. • Team LaFontaine presents 9 and Wine Golf-Dinner-Dance Party! The event will be held from 2 to 8 p.m. on Friday, June 1, at Fountains Golf and Banquet at 6060 Maybee Road in Clarkston. Featuring the live band Mega 80s. This evening is to support and benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Live DJ, two floors to rock, silent and Live Auction Fantasy Vacation for two ($5,000 value) Tickets are one for $25 or five for $100. For more info, e-mail kelley@lafontaine.com or call Carol Peters at 248-714-1164. • Perking Up Networking, 8 a.m. Tuesday, June 5, Village Green of Waterford, 950 Village Green Lane located off of Pontiac Lake Road. Networking and continental breakfast. Ten-dollar advance registration for members; $15 at the door and for non-members. Register at

http://bit.ly/dDg0p0 ❐ The Greater West Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce is celebrating Turnberry Park Condominiums, a new and unique project, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony today, Wednesday, May 16. As part of the chamber’s month-long 40th Celebration of Michigan Week, the event will be held at 6609 Berry Creek Lane in West Bloomfield. Members of the chamber and local officials will be available for a mix and mingle starting at 8 a.m., followed by the ribbon-cutting ceremony at 8:30 a.m. This is the only new condominium development under construction in West Bloomfield. The developer has brought together natural preservation areas and a Green Certified Community. It has a maintenance-free environment to enable buyers to enjoy the comforts of home without the worry of constantly maintaining their homes. World-class architect Dominick Tringali has put his stamp on the project with his focus on exterior details and upscale interior designs. In addition to the ribboncutting ceremony, Turnberry Park will have an extended open house on Saturday, May 19 and Sunday, May 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. with refreshments and giveaways each day. For more information on chamber events, call 248-626-3636 or visit westbloomfieldchamber.com. ❐ The Greater West Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce has announced that the West Bloomfield Educational Foundation (WBEF) is in need of your help. West Bloomfield Schools Superintendent Dr. JoAnn Andrees is retiring after over 20 years with the district. She has an incredibly benevolent nature, being more of a generous giver than a receiver. Humbly, she has insisted that she does not want any money spent to honor her retirement, or a celebration. However, she did agree to be part of an event with a stipulation that all proceeds go to the West Bloomfield Educational Foundation. The 2nd Annual Joe Nipote’s Comedy Slam, presented by the WBEF, is designed to entertain and will honor Dr. Andrees during a pre-show reception and VIP dinner. The event will be held at West Bloomfield High School on Thursday, June 7. Dr. Andrees has been an inspirational leader during extremely difficult times and we hope to show her our appreciation at this event. Sponsorship levels for the event are available by calling Joey Spano at 248-865-6463.

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PUBLIC SAFETY No suspects in thefts of $13K worth of jewelry Two jewelry thefts took place within a few days of each during the last week at a K-mart on Highland Road in White Lake Township. The first theft occurred sometime between Wednesday, May 9 and Thursday, May 10. Approximately $5,000 worth of jewelry was stolen from the display case which had been opened. Then, sometime between Sunday, May 13 and Monday, May 14, another jewelry theft occurred. This time, $8,000 worth of jewelry was discovered missing from the broken display case. In both incidents, there weren’t any signs of forced entry into the building itself. According to White Lake Township police, there are currently no suspects in the case. ❏

Dearborn men arrested in Milford for invasion Milford police officers arrested two Dearborn men who allegedly broke into an abandoned camper/trailer at Camp Dearborn over the weekend. The incident took place on Sunday, May 13, when officers were dispatched to Camp Dearborn, where a group of suspects were being held by security personnel. Police examined the trailer in question and found that it had items smashed, including the TV and fan. One of the bedrooms had a twin bed with a comforter covered in feces. The two suspects arrested, Mohamad El-Achkar, 20, and Ali Noah Ayoub, 17, were both arraigned in 521 District Court on charges of seconddegree home invasion and had bond set at $10,000. Two other suspects were questioned, but there was not enough evidence to charge them. One female resident stated that she earlier encountered some of the suspects, who told her that they were fishing, even though they had no poles or tackle. Another resident told police that he heard loud bangs inside the trailer and saw two men jump out a window, but could not identify them. The female resident and her husband then advised security personnel to detain the subjects. The owner of the vehicle in question, El-Achkar, told police that he and his friends had gone into several dumpsters to retrieve scrap metal around Camp Dearborn.

Northern threats Student, 17, arrested for two incidents By Angela Niemi staff writer

he student allegedly responsible for making bomb threats at Walled Lake Northern High School — including an incident on Wednesday, May 9, and one on May 3 — has been apprehended, according to Walled Lake Northern Principal Greg Diamond. On Thursday, May 3, Northern’s staff and students were evacuated from the building around noon after a “non-specific threat” had been discovered in a girls’ restroom, a threat that was allegedly made by 17-year-old student Samantha German, who has been arraigned in 52-1 District Court on two charges of making a false report of a bomb threat. The threat was immediately reported to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department, which proceeded to have a K-9 unit thoroughly search the school. Diamond stated in a letter to parents that school officials evacuated the building as a “precaution,” although officials believed the threat to be “noncredible.” The school was given the “all-clear” by the K-9 unit and classes resumed after about an hour. German also allegedly made a similar threat on Wednesday, May 9. According to district spokesperson Judy Evola, the sheriff’s department began to immediately review surveillance video and was able to identify German as the suspect allegedly responsible for the two threats. “Fortunately, with the assistance of the security cameras and a thorough investigation, the student has been identified, confessed to both incidents and is in the custody of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department,” Diamond wrote in another letter sent to parents last week. The district plans to prosecute to the “full extent of the law,” according to Diamond. “Walled Lake Schools and Northern High School administration takes all threats seriously, working cooperatively with local law enforcement officials. As always, we are doing everything possible to ensure the safety of our students and school community,” he stated in the letter to parents. German was charged as an adult at her arraignment and faces a maximum sentence of four years in prison for each count. ❏ The owner of the trailer arrived on the scene and said he believed he knew the suspects because they were friends of his son. He said he believed that one of Ayoub’s relatives broke into his house in Dearborn. The owner then talked to Ayoub on the scene. The owner said Ayoub told him that El-Achkar and another suspect broke into the trailer and that he tried to stop them. But, according to police reports, further questioning showed that to be a lie. The owner’s son arrived later and said that a water cooler found in ElAchkar’s car belonged to them and that the front door on the trailer was padlocked. The son and father also said that tools and the water jug were out of place in the trailer, as well as a box fan that was missing its cord. The two suspects that were arrested said where the cords were, and that they were found behind a white rock in the front yard of another trailer.

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the track primarily due to the onslaught of rain. Police also discovered the window track in the victim’s bedroom off track, latent fingerprints on the exterior of the window, and foot impressions in the mud outside. Police were able to lift a positive set of fingerprints. The incident parallels two incidents in late April where both victims reported a white male wearing a hooded sweatshirt tapping on their windows and attempting to gain entry. ❏

Catalytic converters stolen from 7 vehicles A rash of larcenies from vehicles was reported in and around two apartment complexes in Wixom between Tuesday, May 8 and Thursday, May 10, according to Wixom Police Department reports. Of the nine crimes, a half dozen targeted Village Apartment and Stoneridge Apartment tenants. The trio of other victims were in close proximity, along Beck Road. In each instance the perpetrators attempted to steal catalytic converters from vehicles and were successful in seven of the attempts. Most of the larcenies were conducted during overnight hours. The perpetrator would first sever the exhaust system and then proceed to steal the catalytic converter. Nothing else of value was taken in each successful attempt. There are no suspects currently, according to police. The cases are still under investigation. ❏

Salvation Army patrons’ items stolen in thefts A trio of larcenies occurred at the Orchard Lake Salvation Army located in the 3000 block of Orchard Lake Road earlier this month. On Tuesday, May 1, a woman entered the fitting rooms and left her purse unattended. Her purse was later recovered in the parking lot, but $135 was missing. The following day, Wednesday, May 2, keys, a Social Security card, driver’s license, jewelry, prescription drugs, Bridge card, passport, cell phone and about $150 in cash were stolen from a man’s backpack that was left unattended. On Friday, May 4, a woman reported that her wallet was taken when she left it in the dressing room after trying on some clothes. She had returned to the fitting room a couple minutes later to retrieve it, but it was already missing. Only her debit card was stolen as a result. ❏

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TRANSPORTATION

Trio of local road projects bumped ahead from 2015 By Leslie Shepard staff writer

The Oakland County Federal Aid Task Force, the panel that oversees the process of awarding federal transportation funds to specific road projects within Oakland County, convened on Tuesday, May 8 and decided to bump up the timelines for several lakes area road projects that had been on the back burner. The task force’s funding committee typically selects road projects in February that will receive federal funding four years in advance. However, due to an expected new source of income and one Oakland County community delaying projects, lakes area communities will benefit. “It’s in part because the city of Pontiac had to defer and withdraw projects, which freed up money. In addition, we got $1.6 million from the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT),” said Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) Spokesman Craig Bryson. A pair of projects were moved from 2015 to 2013 construction dates, including Decker Road in Walled Lake and Cooley Lake Road on the border of Commerce and White Lake townships. “Decker Road has been deteriorating for years and it’s well overdue,” said Walled Lake Department of Public Works Coordinator Lisa McGill. “We are so thrilled this project got moved to 2013, so not only was our project on North Pontiac Trail moved up, but Decker also. Now our roads will be in good shape.” The Decker Road project between West Maple and South Commerce roads entails pulverizing the existing pavement, resurfacing and widening travel lanes, paving shoulders, drainage improvements, and the creation of additional curbing. “We repackaged the project and got it back to the task (force) committee,” said Walled Lake City Manager L. Dennis Whitt. “We were ready to go. We’re willing to adjust our schedule so we didn’t risk losing the $844,000 in federal dollars.” The project is expected to cost $1.2 million, which includes the $844,000 in federal funds and a $362,000 local match. The city must assume another $96,000 in engineering costs. The second project moved up from

COMMERCE ROAD (Commerce Township) • Closure: Commerce Road between Carroll Lake and Union Lake roads, but no date for the closure has been identified. • Completion date: Sept. 1. • Notes: The project involves reconstruction of the roadway, as well as traffic signal upgrades and drainage improvements. Motorists should expect delays. • Cost: $2.6 million.

BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECTS: I-96 EAST OF MILFORD ROAD, WEST OF KENT LAKE ROAD (Milford) • Completion date: Fall. • Notes: A series of bridge reconstruction projects will be facilitated in the area and will be carried out in phases. Currently crews are constructing the inside of the Milford Road bridge. I-96 shifts at both Milford and Kent Lake roads. By midJune, Michigan Department of

2015 to 2013 will be conducted along Cooley Lake Road from Williams Lake Road west to Union Lake Road. The $232,000 resurfacing project will impact a one-third mile stretch of roadway. Milford Road in Milford Township, from Buno Road north to the Milford Village border, will be resurfaced in 2014 instead of 2015 as part of a $1.5 million improvement effort, as well. Historically the Oakland County

Federal Aid Task Force receives funding from two sources: the Surface Transportation Program (STP), which consists of federal dollars awarded to each region based on a formula; and the Transportation Economic Development Fund (TEDF), a combination of state and federal dollars intended to address congestion caused by economic developments. Dollars are doled out by the Federal Highway Transportation

Transportation officials expect traffic will be shifted onto the new portion of the Milford bridge. One lane in each direction of Milford Road will be open during the project. Crews also began demolition of Kent Lake bridge (I-96 over Kent Lake Road). Both bridges are being reconstructed in phases so three lanes are maintained on I-96 at all times. • Cost: $15.5 million. ❏

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Auction of oil, gas leases near lakes prompts dissent By Angela Niemi staff writer

A state decision to auction off leases on oil and natural gas rights associated with lakefront parcels in southeast Michigan is being lamented by some in Oakland County. The state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offered state-owned oil and gas lease rights associated with 108,164 acres in 23 counties at an auction on Tuesday, May 8. It was the first auction where oil and gas rights associated with state-owned land adjacent to southeast Michigan lakes were offered for lease. State oil and gas lease auctions routinely occur twice a year. The leases last five years. DNR Spokesperson Ed Golder said mineral and gas rights associated with 91,000 acres were leased at the auction, bringing in $4.125 million. “Historically, this was a pretty middling auction,” said Golder. “It wasn’t the smallest. It wasn’t the largest. The largest was in May 2010. It raised

$178 million, and on average the bid was $1,500 per acre.” According to Golder, most of the auction proceeds go to the Natural Resources Trust Fund (NRTF), which under a constitutional provision can only be used to purchase and develop land for public recreational use. According to Julie Manson with the state Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), bidders often are representatives of the oil and gas industry. However, leasing the mineral rights of a specific parcel doesn’t by itself grant permission to drill a well. If a lessee chooses to pursue development of the oil and gas rights, separate written permissions — including a drilling permit from the DEQ — must be obtained prior to drilling. Furthermore, when oil and gas rights are leased, that doesn’t automatically mean a well will be drilled. The drilling of a well doesn’t always tap into commercial amounts of oil or gas. “The DEQ’s Office of Oil, Gas and Minerals regulates the drilling and completion of oil and gas wells. The DEQ enforces a comprehensive set of regulations designed to protect Michigan’s resources from potential negative impacts from drilling and comPAGE 31 ❯ ❯ ❯ ❯

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pleting wells,” Golder said. These potential negative impacts have caused concern in some quarters. There were even protesters at the auction held in Lansing last Tuesday. The protesters aren’t the only ones with concerns. Citizens of West Bloomfield Township have also expressed reservations about the idea of mineral rights being leased in their area, according to Clerk Cathy Shaughnessy, who has drafted a resolution in order to try to prevent any drilling for oil or gas in the township. “The state of Michigan (leased) the mineral rights for about 37 acreage parcels in West Bloomfield,” Shaughnessy said. “There were quite a few parcels that were listed near Cass Lake — either under or near the lake. And they were nominated (for the auction) by an individual in Traverse City who is involved with a company that is involved with oil and gas. While the law doesn’t allow us to forbid it, we are hoping that by passing a resolution saying we oppose any oil or natural gas drilling in the township that we can prevent it from happening.” In Oakland County, the mineral and gas rights associated with all 18,347 acres up for auction were leased. Go to http://tinyurl.com/72dshnc to view a map of the parcels that were available for leasing at last week’s auction. The proceeds from Oakland County land were $616,514. Golder said all the land leased in Oakland County is classified as “non-developmental.” “This means the surface of the land cannot be disturbed,” he said. However, that doesn’t mean that the oil or gas resources underneath the surface can’t be accessed by drilling horizontally or directionally with the drill head in another location. “People could buy the property next door to the acreage leased and go in horizontally,” Golder said. “They could also use the (non-development) land to put together a drilling unit. They need at least an acre of land to create a drilling unit. And while the unit cannot be on the non-development land, that land could be included to make a space large enough to satisfy the 1 acre requirement.” The resolution also opposes “any and all directional drilling originating in another community and terminating under” the township. “You can horizontally drill from about a mile and half away,” Shaughnessy said. “So, someone could be drilling in Waterford and then underground drill horizontally for a mile and a half to Cass Lake.” ❏

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lake levels LAKE LEVELS Following are the lake level readings for lakes and rivers across the western Oakland lakes area, as compiled by Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner John P. McCulloch’s office. Legal levels are denoted by elevation in feet from sea level; current levels are denoted as plus or minus the legal in hundredths of feet. River depths are measures from the river bottom, at point of measurement. WATERWAYS Cass Cedar Island Commerce Dawson Mill Pond Duck Fox Huron River Long Loon* Maceday-Lotus Middle & Lower Straits Mohawk Oakland-Woodhull Orchard Oxbow Pontiac Shawood-Walled Lake Schoolhouse Scott Sylvan-Otter Union Upper Straits Watkins White Williams

LEGAL LEVEL 927.87 933.50 906.30 928.60 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

4/27/12 +1.46 +.60 +.98 –.03 +.09 +.24 +.32 –.17 +.31 Legal –.18 +.45 –.03 –.12 +.06 +.56 +.22 +.41 –.97 Legal +.04 +.30 –.12 –.15 –.37

5/4/12 +1.53 +.72 +.60 +.27 +.22 +.22 +.24 –.04 +.40 +.25 –.10 +.33 +.45 –.15 +.35 +.79 +.21 +.25 –1.17 +.20 +.32 +.30 –.09 –.15 –.19

5/11/12 +1.68 +.62 +.42 Legal +.19 +.60 +.76 +.22 +.41 –.10 +.02 +.82 +.22 +.02 +.20 +.79 +.40 +.70 –1.00 +.21 +.23 +.40 +.02 Legal Legal

*Reading for Loon Lake, in Waterford Township, also applies to Mohawk–Wormer Schoolhouse, Silver and Upper Silver Lakes.

Obituaries

BAKER, VIRGINIA ANNE WILSON; of Milford, died on May 5, 2012 in the care of her husband and sons. She was 86. HENRY, LARRY J., age 69 of Walled Lake died March 10, 2012. Son of the late Joseph and Ila Henry. Beloved brother of Jeffrey J. (Cathy) Henry, Paul W. (Barb) Henry, and Dottie (Perchie) Adkins. Loving uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. Larry was raised in the Walled Lake area and was much loved by those who knew him. He was very active in the local senior centers, playing cards and cribbage, and was known as a jokester in the local restaurants. Memorial service from Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 340 N. Pontiac Tr., Walled Lake (3 blks S. of Maple Rd.) Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 12:00 PM. Friends may visit Thursday 11:00 AM until time of service. Condolences at: www.LynchFAMILYFuneralDirectors.com. HOFF, FRANK A.; of Waterford, passed on May 5, 2012 at 79 yrs of age. Beloved husband of Helen. JOHNSON, EDWARD; 77, of Milford, passed away in the care of his family May 6, 2012. KITCHEN, JOYCE ROSE; of Waterford died May 5, 2012 at 72 years of age. Loving wife of Grant Kitchen for 45 years. LAMON, BETTYE JOYCE; 81, of West Bloomfield was born Sept. 22, 1930 and died April 30, 2012. NEWTON, STANLEY P.; of Commerce, passed away on May 3, 2012. He was 82. PACENE, MARGARET; of Waterford, May 3, 2012 at 80 years of age.

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DIA tax proposal heads to board Thursday for vote By Kirk Pinho assistant editor

Following a divided vote in the Oakland County Board of Commissioners General Government Committee on Monday, May 7 to pass a resolution creating the Oakland County Art Institute Authority — a stepping stone toward getting a funding measure for the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) on the Aug. 7 primary election ballot — the county board is expected to consider the proposal tomorrow, Thursday, May 17. Several commissioners, including Shelley Taub (R-Orchard Lake) and John Scott (R-Waterford, West Bloomfield) said they expect the county’s 25-member governing body to give the DIA’s request its blessing. The 127-year-old DIA, located on Woodward Avenue in Detroit, is asking voters in Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties to approve a levy of up to 0.2 mills for no more than 10 years to generate funding for general operations. A mill is equal to $1 for every $1,000 of a property’s taxable value, which is generally equal to half the property’s market value. A 0.2-mill levy would cost the owner of a property in the county with a taxable value of $100,000 ($200,000 market value) $20 a year. The authority would have two unpaid members appointed by the county executive and three unpaid members appointed by Board of Commissioners Chairman Mike Gingell (R-Lake Orion), although that is a new provision in the resolution that originally called for the full county board to appoint those three members. Scott said he took umbrage with that amendment that was approved in the General Government Committee earlier this month, but stressed that his displeasure has nothing to do with Gingell. “They took the power away from the Board of Commissioners and the General Government Committee to vet (the three candidates),” he said. The authority members appointed by the county executive would serve four-year terms and the members appointed by the county board chairman would serve two-year terms. The Oakland County treasurer would serve

Veterans of all stripes offer a salute during a press conference on Thursday, May 10 highlighting Oakland County’s new Veterans Identification Card. (Spinal Column Newsweekly photo/Amy K. Lockard)

as a non-voting member of the board. According to DIA Executive Vice President Annmarie Erickson, the institute’s roughly $25 million operating budget is funded largely from donations — 44 percent from private contributions, and another 39 percent from memberships and admissions, which are considered contributions to the museum — while another 15 percent comes from investment income. Approximately 2 percent of the institute’s revenues came from a “small operating grant” of about $375,000 from the city of Detroit. DIA Spokeswoman Pamela Marcil said that, if passed in Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties, the levy that would first be collected with the winter tax bills would generate a total of roughly $23 million for the museum, with approximately $10 million of that coming from Oakland County taxpayers. By Tuesday, May 29, ballot language would have to be submitted to the county Clerk/Register of Deeds

Office in order for a tax question to appear on the Aug. 7 primary election ballot. Officials in both Wayne and Macomb counties have approved placing the measure before voters in August. ❏

Panel proposes reforms to high court elections By Kirk Pinho assistant editor

A group of legal experts, including a sitting Michigan Supreme Court justice and a U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals judge, and other stakeholders have come out with a series of proposed reforms to the ways the state finances, nominates and oversees the election of state Supreme Court justices. Supreme Court Justice Marilyn Kelly, a Democrat, and Republican 6th Circuit Court of Appeals Judge James L. Ryan

helmed the Michigan Judicial Selection Task Force, a 24-member panel established in December 2010, which late last month unveiled recommendations that include full disclosure of state Supreme Court campaign advertisement funding; elimination of the partisan nomination process and implementation of one akin to that which exists for the non-partisan election system; and a state constitutional amendment that would eliminate what the group called the “arbitrary” prohibition on appointing or electing a judge 70-years-old or older, among others. In addition, the group is also calling for gubernatorial creation of an advisory commission to screen candidates for appointment to vacant seats on the state Supreme Court, as well as the Michigan Secretary of State’s Office to compose “a short, neutral biography describing each candidate’s background, judicial evaluations, and qualifying characteristics” to help educate a sometimes uninformed public about the candidates for state Supreme Court, since “races for supreme court justice rarely attract enough media attention” to fill in the electorate on that pertinent information. The group argues that over 50 percent of all spending on state Supreme Court races in the last decade went undisclosed, creating a transparency vacuum, particularly considering that political parties ($5.5 million) and special interest groups ($1.27 million) combined spent about three times as much as the candidates themselves ($2.34 million) in the 2010 campaign for the Supreme Court. Partisanship is also a problem, the task force said. Despite the fact that state Supreme Court candidates run on non-partisan ballots, they must still secure a political party’s nomination at a nominating convention, which “compels would-be candidates for nomination to the Supreme Court to compete for support from party insiders, who may prefer conformity to party ideology over devotion to the judicial qualities of impartiality, even temper, and intellectual honesty.” That’s a troublesome issue, the group stated, because it “strengthens the popular perception of the justices as partisan” when they have to “spend precious resources pursuing party loyalists’ endorsements and funds from across the state.” The task force is also calling for an advisory screening commission that would screen candidates for appointment to vacant seats on the state Supreme Court. “Currently the governor exercises

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process would restore the public’s confidence in the governor’s vacancy appointments to the supreme court.” In addition, the task force is recommending the establishment of a nonpartisan citizens campaign oversight committee that would monitor both candidates’ and third-party political advertisements for state Supreme Court candidates in order to “check the factual claims in the advertisements and denounce false, misleading, or destructive messages.” “The honesty, respect, and fairness that citizens expect from their courts should also mark campaigns for judicial office,” the panel stated. “The campaign oversight committee would identify departures from these values.” Rich Robinson, executive director of the Michigan Campaign Finance Network, served as a project assistant to the task force, a position that stipulated that he couldn’t vote on the proposal the group came up with. “I think it’s important in every election so voters can cast an informed ballot based on knowledge of who’s supporting the candidates,” he said of the financial disclosure provisions. “There’s the additional element in the judicial election that, when you have a campaign supporter involved in a case before one of the justices, that’s doubly important that (his or her contributors) are known.” Robinson admitted that getting the reforms through the state Legislature is going to be “a tough climb,” but said he believes Gov. Rick Snyder’s administration and key lawmakers will give the ideas “a fair hearing.” “We’ll just have to see.” State Sen. Rick Jones (R-Grand Ledge), who chairs the state Senate Judiciary Committee, said representatives from the task force have asked to meet with him this week. He added that, while he hasn’t been “completely briefed” on the proposals the group has put forward, he’s “willing to listen to any idea and give it due diligence.” ❏

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Supreme Court elections Task force recommends worthwhile reforms in state system A

panel of jurists that includes a Michigan Supreme Court justice, a U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals judge, and several others has released a set of recommended changes in the Supreme Court justice election system. The proposals represent sound, reasonable, and necessary changes that would make the justice election process more transparent and logical. Our hope is that, despite this being an election year, state lawmakers and the governor give the recommendations honest consideration before taking action to move toward implementing the changes. Supreme Court Justice Marilyn Kelly, a Democrat, and Republican 6th Circuit Court of Appeals Judge James L. Ryan helmed the Michigan Judicial Selection Task Force, a 24-member group established in late 2010 that recently unveiled a slew of recommended changes in the Supreme Court election system, including the full disclosure of Supreme Court campaign advertisement funding; elimination of the partisan nomination process and implementation of one akin to that which exists for the non-partisan election system; and a state constitutional amendment eliminating what the panel calls the “arbitrary” prohibition on appointing or electing a judge 70-years-old or older. The task force has also recommended creation of an advisory commission to screen candidates for appointment to vacant state Supreme Court seats, as well as the Michigan Secretary of State’s Office to compose “a short, neutral biography describing each candidate’s background, judicial evaluations, and qualifying characteristics” to help educate the public about Supreme Court candidates, since “races for supreme court justice rarely attract enough media attention” to adequately enlighten voters. In addition, the task force has recommended the establishment of a non-partisan citizens campaign

oversight committee to monitor candidates’ and third-party political advertisements for state Supreme Court candidates, in order to “check the factual claims in the advertisements and denounce false, misleading, or destructive messages.” As is often the case with a large set of proposed reforms, some of the task force recommendations are more crucial than others. Among those we’d most like to see implemented is full disclosure of state Supreme Court campaign advertisement funding. According to the task force’s report, over 50 percent of all spending on state Supreme Court races in the last decade went undisclosed, creating a transparency vacuum. As the task force notes, interest groups often select innocuous names that hide the group’s real interests and motivations. What’s more worrisome is that interest groups’ advertising expenditures aren’t subject to disclosure under the state’s campaign finance reporting system. The voters deserve, and would benefit from knowing the sources of campaign ads, especially since they rely on the ads because there’s little media coverage of Supreme Court races. Full disclosure would also help ensure that justices recuse themselves from cases related to or involving special interest donors who paid for campaign ads. Elimination of the partisan nomination process for Supreme Court candidates is long overdue. Although state Supreme Court candidates run in non-partisan races, they must receive a political party’s nomination at a nominating convention in order to appear on the ballot, which “compels would-be candidates for nomination to the Supreme Court to compete for support from party insiders, who may prefer conformity to party ideology over devotion to the judicial qualities of impartiality, even temper, and intellectual honesty,”

according to the task force. Having Supreme Court candidates run in non-partisan elections only after being nominated by a political party is one of the most ridiculous aspects of our election system. Task force members find the partisan nominating process to be troublesome because it “strengthens the popular perception of the justices as partisan” when they have to “spend precious resources pursuing party loyalists’ endorsements and funds from across the state.” The group’s proposed solution is to nix the political party nominations in favor of open primaries, whereby candidates collect petition signatures to earn a spot on the non-partisan primary ballot, just like circuit court and district court candidates, for example. This would reduce the influence that political party chieftains hold over candidates and justices, and eat away at the notion that justices decide cases based on party ideology. Another worthwhile change is amending the state constitution to eliminate the prohibition on appointing or electing a judge 70-years-old or older. No other elected position in the state is subject to an age limitation, making the current constitutional provision truly arbitrary. It often forces effective, experienced judges to end their careers and service, and disqualifies some otherwise legitimate and viable challengers. We also support the idea of a non-partisan citizens campaign oversight committee to check the factual claims in campaign ads and ferret out false or misleading language. One can’t expect a fair and honest Supreme Court if the campaigns aren’t run in the same manner. It’s doubtful much will come of these recommendations in an election year, but we’d be very pleased to be wrong about that. ❏

Encroachment reprieves A

new Encroachment Resolution Initiative (ERI) unveiled by the state Department of Natural Resources last month offers a measured and reasonable solution to cases of encroachment or trespassing by property owners on any of the DNR’s more than 4.5 million acres of public land available for recreational purposes like hunting, fishing and camping. We urge area residents who may have encroachment or trespass issues to take advantage of this opportunity while they still can. According to the DNR, there have been encroachments on public land across the state for decades which have impeded the DNR’s ability to properly manage, protect, and maintain the land. The ERI will be a way for the DNR to deal with the issue and help restore public land to its rightful owners in “a real, workable solution,” according to DNR Director Rodney Stokes. Under the ERI, the DNR will notify owners of all

known encroachments — structural trespasses (entire barns, garages, or homes or portions of structures built on public land) to non-structural trespasses (signs, gardens, fencing), and historic trespasses (pre-1973) — of the process to obtain the land being encroached upon between May 1 and Dec. 31. If a property owner can show that his or her encroachment was in place prior to March 1, 1973, the DNR property will be transferred to the property owner after a new property survey is completed and new boundaries are established. From May to December, no penalties will be doled out to the owner of the historical or structural encroachments; however, after the application period closes on Dec. 31, 2012, any existing or new cases of encroachment that were not brought forward will be dealt with through DNR encroachment and enforcement procedures. Throughout the ERI time period, property owners

who believe that they are encroaching on state-owned land, but were not notified by the DNR may make application to the DNR to resolve their trespass The DNR is taking a step in the right direction with the ERI by offering a generous way for area residents who may have encroachment issues on state land — including the Highland Recreation Area (5,900 acres), the Proud Lake Recreation Area (4,700 acres) and the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area (3,745 acres) — to get those resolved. With a Dec. 31 window for bringing forward to the DNR your encroachment issues, lakes area residents would be wise to notify officials of the encroachment in order to avoid the department’s encroachment and enforcement process. The department is being generous about this issue — for the time being — so if it applies to you, take advantage of the temporary reprieve while you still can. ❏

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A collection of gossip, scuttlebutt, and odds and ends from our reporters’ notebooks. PICKING A HORSE: And no, silly, we don’t mean I’ll Have Another, winner of the 2012 Kentucky Derby. You see, Republican Highland Township supervisor candidate Lynn O’Brien and state Sen. Mike Kowall go way back to his days as White Lake Township supervisor, and well before that when he served in the state House of Representatives. Therefore, it’s not really a surprise that he’s backing her instead of one of the four other hopefuls in the Republican primary that, let’s face it, will probably decide who will replace Triscia Pilchowski as chief executive of the community that eats Democrats for breakfast in just about every election. At press time, the other candidates included Arthur VanBrook, Donna Gundle-Krieg, Rick Hamill, and Catherine Kristian. Will O’Brien get the proverbial Kowall Bump? Time will tell, but it’s safe to assume that his backing — and that of his wife, state Rep. Eileen Kowall — probably won’t hurt. Oh, and don’t forget that Oakland County Clerk/Register of Deeds Bill Bullard, Jr. and County Commissioner Bob Hoffman were among those on the host committee for a Monday, May 14 O’Brien fund-raiser — FYI, it was $50 per person, $75 per couple (yes, including the Kowalls) — at Billy’s Tip’N Inn. That’s quite a bit of political firepower. STAYING OUT OF IT: Now that the filing deadline for elected office has officially passed, it’s probably safe to fill you in on some internal political deliberations from the past several weeks — namely, whether County Commissioner Marcia Gershenson, a Democrat whose district includes the southern end of West Bloomfield, would take a crack at a state House seat. Democratic sources had been saying that she would have been a good candidate for the new 40th House District, which includes

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Birmingham, Bloomfield Township and Bloomfield Hills, but also a chunk of West Bloomfield. Yes, THAT West Bloomfield Township. You see, that would have been the district that state Rep. Lisa Brown (D-West Bloomfield, Commerce, Wolverine Lake) would have campaigned to represent, but she chose to run for Bullard’s job. That had left a bit of a vacuum for Democratic candidates — which is why some were whispering about Marcia throwing her hat into the race — but it appears she isn’t biting, since she’s filed to run for re-election to the county board that she has served on since 2005. As of press time, the only Dem who had filed to run in that House District was Dorian Coston, who you may remember as one of about 9,164 candidates that West Bloomfield Township Supervisor Michele Economou Ureste (if nothing else, at least she’s persistent) has been trying — quite unsuccessfully since her nominations have been TKO’ed in 4-3 votes, at last count, six times — to get appointed to the township’s Planning Commission. HARDLY KNEW YE: Well, not really — we know County Commissioner Shelley Taub (R-Orchard Lake) quite well from her work on the county board as well as from her days of yore in the state House. But unfortunately in the eyes of some, including her, her new county commission district, as drawn by members of her own party, won’t include the bedroom community of Orchard Lake. “It’s really upsetting me,” she said of the fact that her new digs are Orchard Lake-less. “I really love that tiny little community.” Don’t worry, Shelley. You can visit any time. And who would represent Orchard Lake on the county board? Well, as of press time, the voters will choose between Commissioner John Scott (R-Waterford, West Bloomfield) or Democrat Alexandria T. Riley of Sylvan Lake this election cycle. ❏

From Steve McPherson, White Lake Township: It has come to my attention that areas in Oakland County are considering allowing natural gas drilling. I wanted to be sure the people are fully aware of the process in extracting this resource. The first step is drilling a vertical hole (or well head), which has to be permitted. The second step is to collect this gas, which will involve horizontal drilling coupled with multi-stage hydraulic fracturing. This slick water horizontal fracturing procedure is known as “fracking,” which is very different from the gas drilling techniques historically used in Michigan. This process is not regulated. Because Congress exempted this unconventional type of fracking from the federal Safe Drinking Water Act; the Clean Air Act; the Superfund; the Hazardous Wastes Act; and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act in 2005, the gas drilling industry has not had to disclose what chemicals they are using or (those chemicals’) effects on our environment. To frack, millions of gallons of “slick water” (which is made up of undisclosed toxic chemicals, sand and water) have to be mixed, pumped, stored and disposed of. Most of this process is done above ground, while the actual fracking is done at the bottom of the well. If a well doesn’t respond, this process might be repeated several times. They use hundreds of very toxic chemicals in this controversial procedure. In several states where fracking has been used, many communities have had surface and groundwater contamination. Some homeowners in these areas can actually light their household water taps on fire. These states are now trying to ban fracking, in addition to dealing with their contaminated surface and groundwater problems. Being a professional in the groundwater industry, I know the consequences and the devastation contaminated groundwater causes. Once it’s contaminated, rarely can the damage be reversed. If we are going to allow natural gas drilling, I hope there are back-up plans and substantial resources in place should environmental problems arise. Usually these issues take time to show up. After homeowners notice problems and notify the local health department, they in turn consult state authorities, then it gets passed on to the drilling company. The drilling company then puts the burden of proof back on the local area, which is only the beginning of legal actions. This process can take years and usually it’s the local areas

that are left holding the bag, having to take care of the problem and pay the price. Or, the energy company can offer the home or land owners money, temporary water or periodic testing. To do this, though, the homeowner may have to agree to gag orders or non-disclosure agreements from the energy company. This helps keep environmental problems from being documented. Because our local area and the whole state is geologically more sensitive than most other states/areas, I would not recommend allowing this unconventional fracking procedure to happen. Why would we allow this to happen when this is banned in Vermont, plus counties and cities in several states, with even more areas considering banning or putting a moratorium on this process? Wayne County has a moratorium on fracking. Why doesn’t Oakland County? Where is the Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner’s Office? They are supposed to be Oakland County’s environmental stewards. We should wait until we know how environmentally safe this type fracking is. I think it is best to err on the side of caution when it concerns our surface and groundwater. For more information on this subject, here’s one web site you can visit: http://dontfrackmichigan.com. ❏

Ford Wixom signage From Laure Dorchak, secretary, Wixom Historical Society: The Wixom Historical Society needs your help. We are compiling a history of the Wixom Ford Assembly Plant. We are looking for photos, stories and anecdotes related to the plant, its employees, people affected by the plant, and the cars made there. If you have a story to tell or a photo to donate, we are interested! The information that you provide will become part of a permanent record kept by the Wixom Historical Society. In addition, some of the information will be selected for a sign about the Wixom Assembly Plant in conjunction with the MotorCities Wayside Exhibit Program. The program is funded in part with federal funds from the Federal Highway Administration, (U.S.) Department of Transportation through the Michigan Department of Transportation, and the Michigan Department of History. Approximately 300 outdoor signs commemorating Michigan’s automotive and labor heritage will be created through this program. Signs will be located throughout communities in the MotorCities region. The Wixom PAGE 37 ❯ ❯ ❯ ❯

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Continued Historical Society is sponsoring two signs, including one about the Wixom Assembly Plant. The signs that the Wixom Historical Society sponsors will be located in Wixom for all to enjoy. Please help us honor our automotive heritage. If you have any information that you would like to share with us, please contact us through one of the following methods: e-mail at ldorchak@comcast.net; or U.S. mail at Wixom Historical Society, 49045 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI 48393. ❏

reform and stressing all types of post high school education/training, including skilled labor; • Helping to protect the environment; • Bringing the war in Iraq to a responsible end, as well as ridding the world of Osama Bin Laden; and • Helping veterans find good jobs and improving access to better health care. Divisiveness, denigration and failure to solve problems have resulted from the Republican-controlled Congress, which refuses to compromise and follows the mantra of “no” — especially “no new taxes.” ❏

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Pressure Spice sellers

From Hannah Provence Donigan, Commerce Township: Eric Nagler (“Obama’s record,” May 2) criticized Denise “Chip” Black for her April 25 letter (“Supporting Obama”) in which she indicated President Obama deserved four more years because of his wonderful track record. He accused our president of not speaking about his record whenever he speaks to Americans. He accuses Obama of practicing a policy of divisiveness and denigrating anyone who opposes big government. I must live on another planet, because I have heard President Obama speak about these accomplishments: • The Affordable Care Act, which will provide quality health care for all at lower costs; • Helping small businesses continue a grow in order to help solve the unemployment problem; • Ending Wall Street abuses; • Giving all Americans a fair shot at middle class security, from education to fair tax rates to health care; • Working toward student loan

From Peggy Hawke, West Bloomfield: As a recent retiree of Walled Lake Schools and a current volunteer member of Lakes Area Youth Assistance, I would like to address the sales of K2, Spice and substances with similar names in (the) West Bloomfield, Walled Lake, White Lake, Wolverine Lake and Wixom areas. I urge readers to take a look at what is being sold in your gas station or party store. Today at (a local gas station), I went in to pay for gas and noticed an oblong tube with only Chinese symbols on it. I asked the clerk what it was and she turned her back on me, replying, “I don’t know.” I urged her not to sell something (if) she “doesn’t know what it is.” I urge all readers to look at the display right in front of your eyes and urge those establishments not to sell things that may be harmful to our youth. The outcomes of youth buying unknown substances have been well publicized. Now we need to stand up and ask our local merchants to clear their shelves of these dangerous substances. ❏

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LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD FOR ROUND LAKE

Notice is hereby given that the Lake Improvement Board for Round Lake, in the Township of White Lake, County of Oakland, will meet at the White Lake Township Hall located at 7525 Highland Road, White Lake, Michigan at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2012, to review, to hear any objections to, and to confirm a three-years special assessment roll for augmentation well operation and maintenance, and weed control program, which will improve the general quality of the lake. Plus maintenance of the Boat Launch area, and an annual legal fee of $5000.00 to cover any legal services. The assessment is estimated at a maximum of $29,690.00 annually for the years of 2012, 2013, and 2014 with individual assessments of $290.00 for lakefront property $150.00 for canal property with direct lake access and $50.00 for off-lake property with lake access. The special assessment roll will be on file at the White lake Township Office for public examination. Any person may appeal and be heard at the said Hearing, which is called pursuant to the provisions of Section 30913 of Part 309 of Public Acts No. 59 of 1995. Act 186 of the Public Acts of Michigan, 1973, as amended, provides that the special assessment must be protested at the hearing held for the purpose of confirming the Special Assessment Roll before the Michigan Tax Tribunal may acquire jurisdiction of any special assessment dispute. Appearance and protest of the special assessment at the time and place of review is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessments to the Michigan Tax Tribunal. An owner of or party in interest in property to be assessed, or his or her agent, may appear in person to protest the special assessment, or may protest the special assessment by letter filed with the Oakland County Drain Commissioner, Attention: Round Lake Improvement Board, One Public Works Drive, Waterford, Michigan 48328-1907 at or prior to the time of review, in which case personal appearance is not required. If the special assessment is protested as provided above, the owner or any party having an interest in the real property may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the Michigan Tax Tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the Special Assessment Roll has been published in a newspaper of general circulation. LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD FOR ROUND LAKE S.C. 5-16 & 5-23-12

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WE’RE ASKING… Does America need a third major political party? "Yes, because I think I could shake things up."

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR ■ Huron Valley Council for the Arts: Gallery Exhibition & Artists Reception for Artists brothers Gerry and Joe Pas, “Dr. Jocko & Mr. Pas,” now through Friday, May 25, 205 W. Livingston Road, Highland. The show incorporates both Gerry’s photography, described as “painting with light,” and Joe’s mixed media works, which feature inks, acrylics and oils. For more information about the exhibit, call HVCA at 248-8898660 or visit the web site at huronvalleyarts.org. ■ Oakland Schools Technical Campus Southwest: 40th Annual Anniversary Garden Center Sale, 8 to 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday now through June 15; 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday and Sunday, May 19-20, 1000 Beck Road, Wixom. 248-668-5634 or e-mail bailey.garwood@oakland.k12.mi.us. ■ Cancer Thrivers Network for Jewish Women: ”Prohibition and All that Jazz” bus tour of Detroit’s jazz/ prohibition sites, 6:30-10:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17. The event is open to the community, and tickets are $36 per person. The evening will include refreshments and a costume contest with prizes, so guests are invited to wear a Roaring ‘20s outfit. For reservations and details, or to receive a flyer, contact Michelle Passon at 248-895-2664 or smp1543@comcast.net. ■ Lollipop Preschool:Mom2Mom sale, May 19, St. William Parish, 531 Common Street, Walled Lake. E-mail Nicole at nmuir@live.com. ■ Walled Lake Northern PTSA: Mom2Mom sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 19, Walled Lake Northern High School gymnasium, 6000 Bogie Lake Road, Commerce. $1 donation at door, 6foot tables to rent for $15. For more information, call Darrell Schwartz at 248-438-6629, or e-mail darrellschwartz@formtech2.com. ■ Huron Valley Council for the Arts: 2nd annual Storytelling and Song Festival with storyteller Jeff Doyle and blues performer/storyteller Robert Jones, Saturday, May 19, Fisk Farm, 9180 Highland Road, White Lake. Family concert 1 to 5 p.m. $5 per person/$10 per family; evening adult concert, 7 to 9 p.m. $10 per person. northoaklandcountystorytellers.org. ■ Neighbor for Neighbor: Treasures and Treats semi-annual rummage and bake sale, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19, Hart Community Center, Mill Pond Park, Davisburg. Items still being accepted. 248-6340900. ■ Commerce United Methodist Church: Antique Appraisal Fair with Fred Fleming, fund-raiser for chapel restoration, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, May 20, 1155 N. Commerce. 248-363-3935. ■ Sylvan Lake Church: Seeking renters for a Community Yard Sale, Saturday, June 2, 2399 Figa Avenue, West Bloomfield. $10 rental for 8foot-table. 248-682-0770 or email sllc@sbcglobal.net. ■ Bark For Life 2012: American Cancer Society fundraiser, 1 mile dog walk, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, June 2, Kensington Metro Park, Milford. Do the walk, stay for the demos, contests and vendors. Help take a bite out of cancer.

Sign up today at relayforlife.org/barkmilfordmi or onsite starting at 9 am. Email us at barkforlifemilfordmi@comcast.net. ■ Huron Valley Council for the Arts and Friends of Byers Farm: Art on the River Festival, Fine Art & Craft Market, Saturday, July 21. Call for Artists, submission deadline, Sunday, July 1. 248-889-8660, huronvalleyarts.org, HVCA@comcast.net. ■ Commerce United Methodist Church:David Ramsey’s Financial Peace University for families, couples, or singles, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays now through July 10, 1155 N. Commerce Road, Commerce. Participant course materials fee is $85. 248-889-6463, 248-563-0509 or www.daveramsey.com. ■ White Lake Farmers Market: Open every Saturday now through Oct. 6, 1500 Bogie Lake Road, White Lake. whitelakefarmersmarket.weebly.com or 248-755-1195. ■ City of Walled Lake: Farmers Market, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays now through Oct. 31, Walled Lake City Event Field on E. West Maple between Decker and Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake. 248-624-4847. ■ Mobile Knit Shop: Knit-Togethers, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Jewish Community Center, 6600 W. Maple Road, West Bloomfield. Sessions after June 30 are $5 each. 248-421-2566. ■ 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. ■ (Breakfast) Optimist Club of Waterford: Meeting, 7:15 a.m. Thursdays, Big Boy Restaurant, M-59 and Airport Road, Waterford. 248-673-3493. ■ 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. ■ Dads of Foreign Service: Bingo, 5:30 p.m. Sundays, VFW Post No. 4156, 321 Union Lake Road, White Lake. www.vfw4156.org or 248698-8302. ■ Friends of Byers: Byers Country Store now open noon-5 p.m. Sundays, featuring antiques, gifts, and “penny candy.” Volunteers needed, 213 Commerce Road, Commerce. For more information visit byershomestead.org or call 248-363-2592. ■ 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. ■ 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.

SUPPORT GROUPS ❐ Age with Grace: Caregiver support group meeting, 6 p.m. the first Monday of every month at 2230 E. Highland Road, Highland. Space limited — please call to reserve your place. 248-5296431. ❐ AA Meetings: 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, Four Towns United Methodist Church, 6451 Cooley Lake Road, Waterford. 248-682-0211. ❐ Celebrate Recovery: Alcohol, drugs, gambling, sexual addiction, for life’s hurts, habits or hangups, meetings, 7 p.m. Thursdays, Woodside Bible Church, 9000 Highland Road, White Lake. 248698-1300. ❐ Celebrate Recovery: Alcohol, drugs, gambling, sexual addiction, for life’s hurts, habits or hangups, meetings, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Life Point Christian Church, 501 Scott Lake Road, Waterford. 248-682-1747. ❐ Divorce Care: Support group meeting for adults and children, 6:30 p.m. Sundays, Brightmoor Christian Church, 40800 W. 13 Mile, Novi. 248755-9533. ❐ Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: Meeting, 6 p.m. Fridays, Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 1445 Welch Road, Commerce. 248-8078667 or foodaddicts.org. ❐ Over-Eaters Anonymous: Recovery from compulsive eating, 12-step program, meeting, 6 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 5301 Hatchery Road, Waterford. ❐ Postpartum Depression Support Group: Meeting, 6:45 p.m. Thursdays, DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, Commerce. 248-937-5220.

SENIOR ACTIVITIES ❐ Dublin Senior Center: Drums Alive! 10:30 a.m. and Zumba Gold, 2 p.m. Tuesdays; Parents’ Day celebration for Moms and Dads, noon, Wednesday, May 30, 685 Union Lake Road, White Lake. Registration. 248-698-2394. ❐ Highland Adult Activity Center: Gift of Life donor registration, 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 23; Duck Lake Park Memorial Day Picnic,11 a.m. Friday, May 25, 209 N. John Street, Highland. 248-887-1707. ❐ Richardson Community Senior Center: Stroke and Osteoporosis Screenings, Wednesday, May 23, 1485 E. Oakley Park, Commerce. Packages start at $149. Preregistration. 1-877-237-1287 or lifelinescrenning.com. ❐ Sylvan Lake Lutheran Church: Senior Stretch and Tone, 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. Fridays, 2399 Figa Ave., West Bloomfield. 248-682-0770. ❐ Waterford Senior Center: 9th Annual Seniors’ Law Day, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, May 24, 3621 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. Register. 248-3343400.

❐ West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Senior Programs: Line dancing, 11 a.m. Fridays at the Corners, 4640 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Registration. 248451-1900. ❐ Wixom Senior Center: “Come As You Are Chorus,” Wednesdays, 49015 Pontiac Trail, Wixom. 248-624-0870.

PARKS ❐ Indian Springs Environmental Discovery Center: “Boy Scouts Environmental Science Merit Badge Part I,” 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19; Part II, 10 a.m. Saturday, June 2; “Bear, Wolf and Webelo Scouts: Indian Lore,” 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sunday, May 20; “Make ‘n’ Take Bird Stamps,” 1 p.m. Sunday, May 26, Indian Springs Metropark, White Lake. Registration. 810-494-6026. ❐ Kensington Farm Center: “Horse-Drawn Hayrides,” noon-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Kensington Metropark, Milford. 248684-8632 or 1-800-477-3178. ❐ Kensington Nature Center: “Beasts on the Beach,” 1-4 p.m. Saturday, May 26 and 1-4 p.m. Monday, May 28, Kensington Metropark, Milford. Registration. 248-685-1561.

LIBRARY EVENTS ❐ Commerce Township Community Library: Teen Steampunk Tea Party, 3 p.m. Saturday, May 19, 2860 N. Pontiac Trail, Commerce. Registration, 248-669-8108 or commercelibrary.info. ❐ Highland Township Public Library: Parent program, toilet training, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17, 444 Beach Farm Circle, Highland. Registration. 248-887-2218. ❐ Milford Public Library: Let’s Go Fly a Kite! ages 5-12, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 19, 330 Family Drive, Milford. Registration. 248-6840845. ❐ Waterford Township Public Library: Tuesday Evening Book Discussion, Ann Patchett’s “State of Wonder,” 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 12, 5168 Civic Center Drive, Waterford. Registration. 248-674-4831. ❐ West Bloomfield Township Public Library: Music @ Main: Tony Award winner Michael Smith, 2:30 and 5 p.m. Sunday, May 20, 4600 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield. Free admission. 248-682-2120 or www.wblib.org. ❐ White Lake Township Library: Baby Play Group from birth-24 months with caregivers, 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 18, 7527 E. Highland Road, White Lake. Registration. 248-6984942. ❐ Wixom Public Library: Movie & Pizza Night, 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 22; Facebook 101, adult program, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 25; Adult book discussion, James Patterson’s “The Murder of King Tut,” 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 30, 49015 Pontiac Trail, Wixom. Registration, 248-624-2512.

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Lucas Neme of Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes slides into home plate in the first game of a doubleheader against Marine City Cardinal Mooney on Thursday, May 10. The Lakers swept the Cardinals in two games before taking two games at Bloomfield Hills Cranbrook-Kingswood two days later to clinch the Detroit Catholic League C-D Division title. (Spinal Column Newsweekly photo/Amy K. Lockard)

Our Lady clinches C-D crown Scott’s no-hitter gives Lakers a boost heading into tourney By Michael Shelton staff writer

Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes took care of its business last week and now has a division championship to show for its efforts. The Lakers swept doubleheaders against Marine City Cardinal Mooney on Thursday, May 10, and Bloomfield Hills Cranbrook-Kingswood on Saturday, May 12 to clinch the Catholic League C-D Division championship

with a 13-3 record, which was a full game better than second-place Royal Oak Shrine and its 12-4 record. With the division wrapped up, Our Lady (15-11) also has a first-round bye in the upcoming Catholic League C-D Tournament and will play in the tournament semi-finals on Saturday, May 19 at 10 a.m. at Madonna University against the winner of the Tuesday, May 15 contest between Allen Park Cabrini and Cardinal Mooney.

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the opener before taking the nightcap 5-4. Stephen Scott pitched a no-hitter in the first game for Our Lady, as he struck out 5 batters. In the second game, Lucas Neme hit 3-for-4 and Ben Kotz hit 2-for-4 as the Lakers scored the game-winning run in the top of the eighth inning. Colt Moran was the winning pitcher for Our Lady in the nightcap as he PAGE 40 ❯ ❯ ❯ ❯

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struck out five batters. On Thursday, May 10, Our Lady easily handled Cardinal Mooney, winning 14-0 in the opener before taking the nightcap, 16-1 in three innings. In the first game, Moran picked up the win on the mound and had 2 RBIs, while Scott had an RBI. In the second game, Jack Safco was the winning pitcher who also hit 2-for3 at the plate with 2 RBIs while Neme had 3 RBIs and a triple.

Western not out of race for the KLAA North Division title Walled Lake Western is looking to sneak up on rival Walled Lake Central in the race for the Kensington Lakes Activities Association (KLAA) North Division title in the final contests of division play this week. The Warriors (16-5) are currently 63 in North Division play, trailing the first-place Vikings, who are 8-3. Western played a KLAA crossover game at Grand Blanc on Monday, May 14 after press time and will play three doubleheaders in four days against KLAA North opponents this week. The Warriors will play at Waterford Kettering today, Wednesday, May 16 before traveling to Walled Lake Northern on Friday, May 18 and Waterford Mott on Saturday, May 19. Western hopes that a strong run this week will be enough to overcome the Vikings and win the KLAA North. On Tuesday, May 8, Western defeated Pinckney at home, 8-2, as Mike Schmidt pitched a complete game, striking out four batters and walking three. Cam Vieaux hit 2-for-2 with a tworun home run, while David Walczyk hit 2-for-3 with an RBI. Western’s doubleheader against Mott on Wednesday, May 9 was postponed because of rain and was rescheduled for May 19. The Warriors then finished their week with an impressive 10-3 victory at West Bloomfield on Friday, May 11. Andrew Gonzalez pitched six innings, giving up 1 earned run and striking out 6 batters. Chris Douglas hit 2-for-3 with 2 doubles and a pair of RBIs, while also stealing 2 bases for Western. Niklas Heglin hit 1-for-1 with 3 walks and scored 2 runs.

North title in sight Vikings move to 19-7 after strong week By Michael Shelton staff writer

With one week remaining until the Kensington Lakes Activities Association (KLAA) Tournament, Walled Lake Central is on the verge of its third straight KLAA North Division title. The Vikings began their week with a 5-4 victory over Huron Valley Milford in eight innings on Monday, May 7. Central (19-7) racked up 11 hits, as Zach Leimbach hit 3-for-5 with an RBI, and KJ Schultz and Ben Rouff each hit 2-for-4 with an RBI. Connor Jeffries was credited with his first varsity victory as he pitched a scoreless eighth inning. Blake Boedecker pitched three innings, giving up 1 run and 1 walk while walking 5 batters, and Tyler Croteau pitched three scoreless innings and gave up only 1 hit. Central then traveled to Walled Lake Northern for a KLAA North doubleheader on Thursday, May 10. The Vikings won the opening game in convincing fashion, 8-0, as they pounded out 11 hits compared to just 2 for Northern. Brandon Chihocki picked up the complete game victory as he allowed only 2 hits, while Kyle Russ and Rouff each hit 2 RBIs. However, Central would fall to the Knights in the nightcap, 5-1, as Leimbach had the only RBI for Central. With one week remaining in the KLAA North schedule, Walled Lake Central has a division record of 8-3, which tops Walled Lake Western’s second-place record of 6-3. Following the twin bill with Northern, the Vikings co-hosted the Lakes Area Invitational with Huron Valley Lakeland on Saturday, May 12. In its first game of the day, Central defeated Farmington in a slugfest, 1410. Schultz led the hit parade, as he went 4-for-5 with three RBIs. Matt Boulus also hit 1-for-3 with a pair of RBIs and Leimbach hit 2-for-2 with an RBI. Zach Kallagran had a memorable varsity debut for the Vikings, as he hit 2for-3 with 2 RBIs, while Zach Goor picked up his first varsity victory by pitching two scoreless innings in relief. The Vikings then faced Trenton, which is ranked No. 10 in Class B, and demolished the Trojans, 17-2. Leimbach hit a perfect 4-for-4 with 4 RBIs, while Kyle Russ also hit 4 RBIs. James Sullivan and Juturi Brown each drove in 3 runs. Boedecker picked up the complete game victory on the mound by giving up 2 runs on 5 hits and 5 walks while striking out 2 batters. The Vikings then finished their day with a 12-2 victory over West Bloomfield. Jeffries hit 3 RBIs, while Boulus hit 2 RBIs and Schultz hit 3-for-4 with an RBI. Jack Warmna picked up his first varsity victory by pitching three innings and giving up 2 runs and 5 walks while striking out 2 batters. Central played at Howell on Monday, May 14 after press time and will host doubleheaders against Huron Valley Lakeland today, Wednesday, May 16, and Waterford Kettering on Thursday, May 17. After playing at Birmingham Seaholm on Friday, May 18, Central will then host a KLAA Tournament game on Monday, May 21. If Central is the North Division champion, then the game will be for the KLAA Lakes Conference title and a berth in the KLAA title game on Wednesday, May 23.

Knights split twin bill with Central; Eagles win three Walled Lake Northern improved to 15-6 on the season and 5-5 in the

Kensington Lakes Activities Association (KLAA) North Division as it went 2-1 last week. The Knights began their week with a 6-1 victory over Grand Blanc on Tuesday, May 8. Northern had 10 hits and no errors while the Bobcats had 6 hits and 3

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errors. Cole Lubin and Austin Bommarito each had a pair of RBIs for Northern, while Dillon DuBois scored two runs and Jake Ginster hit 3-for-4. Brett Davis picked up the completegame victory for Northern as he allowed 1 run on 6 hits and 2 walks. He struck out 3 batters in seven innings of work. The Knights then hosted first-place Walled Lake Central for a doubleheader on Thursday, May 10 and fell to the Vikings in the opening game, 8-0. The game started on Wednesday, May 9, but was postponed a day due to rain. Northern could only manage two hits off Central’s ace pitcher, Brandon Cichocki, while Lubin was credited with the loss as he gave up 7 runs on 7 hits and 2 walks in just over four innings of work. However, Northern would bounce back to win the nightcap, 5-1, as Hunter VanMaele and Dalton Cozart each hit 2 RBIs. VanMaele also scored 2 runs for the Knights, while Ted Lilley, Brandon Grodman and Austin Bommarito each scored a run. Mike Janas allowed 1 run on 5 hits and 2 walks while striking out 2 batters in 5 innings of work. VanMaele pitched 2 scoreless innings in relief, striking out 2 batters. “Our team has responded to minor adversity whenever we have faced it, and we have not lost two games in a row all season,” said Northern Head Coach Kevin LaPlante. “I was proud of the boys for not letting the results of the first game cripple them in the second.” • Huron Valley Lakeland began last week’s play with a 4-2 loss to Howell on Monday, May 8. Cole McGinn had two hits for the Eagles (4-8 in the KLAA North). Kenny Miller allowed five hits and no earned runs while striking out six batters in a complete-game effort. Lakeland then hosted Waterford Kettering for a doubleheader on Wednesday, May 9. The Eagles won in the opener, 7-0, but rain postponed the second game for a day. The Eagles then followed up with a 4-1 victory at Waterford Mott on Thursday, May 10 in a makeup game, before traveling to Kettering and defeating the Captains, 1-0, to sweep the doubleheader. Andrew Lavarenz pitched a complete game on May 10 against Kettering and also drove in Kevin Lechner for the game’s only run. Lakeland also co-hosted the Lakes Area Invitational with Walled Lake Central on Saturday, May 11, but results were not available prior to press time.

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Lakeland wins fourth consecutive Pieper tourney Soon, the Fred Pieper Tournament in Royal Oak may have change its name to the Huron Valley Lakeland Tournament. The Eagles won the tournament’s championship for the fourth straight season and the fifth time in six seasons on Sunday, May 13. This came as the Eagles (22-3 overall, 12-0 in the Kensington Lakes Activities Association North Division) clinched their fourth consecutive KLAA North title earlier in the week. Lakeland earned the Fred Pieper title with a 10-0 victory over Warren Regina in the tournament’s championship game, which was keyed by 5 runs by Lakeland in the first inning. Morgan Craft, Sierra Burke, Karissa Gawronski and Jessica McNabb each hit 2 RBIs for the Eagles, while Selena Hicks pitched a 1-hitter, allowing no runs and 2 walks while striking out 2 batters in four innings of work. “Our kids focus every time they play in this tournament,” said Lakeland Head Coach Joe Alsup. “They’re now getting ready for the state tournament.” Lakeland began Championship Sunday with a 5-0 victory over Flushing. Hicks pitched a complete-game shutout, as she allowed no runs on 3 hits while striking out 8 batters in seven innings of work. Madison Burgess hit 3-for-4 for the Eagles and scored 3 runs, while Kelly Merkle hit 2 RBIs and Hicks and Gawronski each hit an RBI. Lakeland then defeated Lake Orion, 5-2, to advance to the tournament championship game. Hicks pitched a complete game, as she allowed 2 earned runs on 5 hits against the Dragons. Hicks also had an RBI, as did Lauren Brouillard and Craft. Lakeland began tournament play on Saturday, May 12 with an 8-0 victory over Warren Woods-Tower. Anika Wiesinger pitched a complete-game shutout, allowing only 3

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Huron Valley Lakeland celebrated after winning the Fred Pieper Tournament for the fourth straight season after a 10-0 victory over Warren Regina on Sunday, May 13. The Eagles were 5-1 in this year’s tournament and also clinched their fourth consecutive Kensington Lakes Activities Association North Division title earlier in the week. (Photo submitted by Ila Burgess)

hits while striking out 6 batters. Lakeland pounded out 11 hits compared to 3 for Warren Woods-Tower, as Burgess, Merkle and Brouillard each hit an RBI for the Eagles. The Eagles then followed up with a 64 victory over Dexter, in which Lakeland had a 6-1 lead before Dexter rallied for three runs in the bottom of the third. But, that would be as close as Dexter came, as Wiesinger surrendered 4 runs on 4 hits and 1 walk while striking out 3 batters in three innings, while Hicks gave up no runs on 1 hit and no walks while striking out 5 batters in three innings of relief. Hicks and Craft also each hit an RBI. The Eagles then suffered their only setback of the tournament, a 5-4 defeat to Howell, as the Highlanders gained some revenge for a loss at Lakeland’s expense earlier in the week. The Eagles led 3-1 after the third inning before the Highlanders tied the game with a run in the third and fourth inning. After Lakeland took a 4-3 lead in the seventh, Howell tied the game with a run in the seventh and scored the game-winning run in the eighth on an error. Hicks had an RBI at the plate and

also struck out 8 batters in the circle for Lakeland. Lakeland began its week with an 115 victory at home over Howell on Monday, May 7. Brouillard had 4 RBIs on 2 hits for Lakeland, while Hicks was credited with the victory as she struck out 4 batters, walked 1 and gave up 1 hit in two scoreless innings of work. The Eagles then swept a doubleheader at home against Waterford Kettering on Thursday, May 10, taking the opener 5-4 in 11 innings before winning the nightcap, 11-1. In the first game, the Eagles trailed the Captains 3-0 in the seventh inning before rallying to score 3 runs and tie the game. The following three innings were scoreless before Kettering grabbed a 43 lead in the 11th. Lakeland responded in the bottom of the 11th, as Burgess hit an RBI single to tie the game at 4-4. Brouillard then hit the game-winning RBI to give the Eagles a stunning comeback victory. Hicks went the distance, striking out 9 batters while giving up 4 runs on 9 hits and 7 walks in all 11 innings of work. Burgess also had 2 RBIs in the vic-

tory. In the second game, Lakeland would have little trouble against the Captains, as Craft hit 3 RBIs, while Miranda Dearing had 2 RBIs on a double and a home run and Burke also had 2 RBIs. Wiesinger allowed no earned runs on 4 hits and 2 walks over 5 innings of work while striking out 3 batters. With the victories, the Eagles clinched the KLAA North title outright after sharing the crown with its Bogie Lake Road rival, Walled Lake Northern, the past two seasons. Lakeland played at Hartland on Monday, May 14 after press time and will play a doubleheader at Walled Lake Central today, Wednesday, May 16, as the Eagles will look to finish their North Division schedule with an undefeated record. The Eagles will then host their own varsity invitational on Saturday, May 19 before hosting the KLAA Lakes Conference title game on Monday, May 21 against the KLAA West champion. If Lakeland wins next Monday, it will then host the KLAA title game on Wednesday, May 23.

the Stacie Shaibe Tournament at Bloomfield Hills Lahser on Saturday, May 12. The Lakers defeated Bloomfield Hills Andover, 9-3, before defeating host Lahser, 8-1. Allyson Kus struck out 10 batters and also hit an RBI in the victory over Lahser.

Against Andover, Bri Benge hit 2for-4 with 2 doubles while Emily Chaben struck out 3 batters in her first varsity win. Catherine Langford hit 4-for-7 in the tournament for the Lakers, who improved to 10-8 on the season. West Bloomfield played at Lahser on Monday, May 14 after press time and

will play a doubleheader at home today, Wednesday, May 16 against Birmingham Groves. • Waterford Mott (19-13 overall, 7-5 in the Kensington Lakes Activities Association North Division) began its week with an 8-0 loss on Monday, May 7

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before rebounding to defeat Walled Lake Western, 5-4, on Wednesday, May 9. Devin Schomberg was the winning pitcher against Western on May 9 as she struck out six batters. Mott then played in the Fred Pieper Tournament in Royal Oak last weekend and went 3-0 on Saturday, May 12. The Corsairs defeated Lake Orion, 8-2, before their 10-2 win over Royal Oak, 10-2 and triumphing over Warren Mott, 9-1. However, the Corsairs were eliminated on Sunday, May 13 by the tournament’s runner-up, Warren Regina, 3-0, in the quarter-finals. Rachel Waynick had 12 hits on the weekend, as well as 11 stolen bases and eight runs scored. • Walled Lake Central and Walled Lake Northern split a doubleheader at Central on Thursday, May 10. The Knights won the opening game, 2-1, as Corrina Rotondo struck out 13 batters while Megan Jerore hit 2-for-3 and Annika Riddell hit 2-for-2 for Northern (4-14-1, 3-9-1 in the KLAA North)

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However, the Vikings would answer back and take the nightcap, 3-2, as they scored all three of their runs in the fourth inning. Taylor Krumm hit 2-for-3 with two singles while Sydney Glanz hit 2-for-3 with a single and a triple for the Vikings (9-12, 5-6). Central began its week with a doubleheader sweep at home over Huron Valley Milford on Monday, May 7. The Vikings won the opener, 4-2, as Glanz hit 2-for-3 with a single, a triple and an RBI, while Morgan Meredyk struck out 10 batters and walked none in her victory. Central then defeated the Mavericks, 9-7, in the nightcap, as Brianna Krus hit 4-for-4 with an RBI while Marnie Hawes hit 3-for-3 with 3 RBI’s. Also on May 7, Northern fell at home to Grand Blanc, 6-3. Northern also played in the Fred Pieper Invitational in Royal Oak on Saturday, May 12, but suffered three losses to Warren Regina (10-0), Troy Athens (7-1), and Chippewa Valley (83).

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two division games remaining this week. As of Tuesday, May 15, the Corsairs (12-2-1) led the North with a 6-1-1 division record, good for 19 points, while Walled Lake Northern sat in secondplace with 15 points at 5-3. Mott had a chance to clinch its firstever KLAA North title with a win after press time on Tuesday, May 15 at home against Walled Lake Western. Northern needed a win at home against Waterford Kettering yesterday and a loss by Mott before it hosts the Corsairs on Thursday, May 17 to have a shot at winning the KLAA North title for the third time in four seasons. The Corsairs picked up three critical points in the standings with a 2-1 victory at home over Walled Lake Central on Thursday, May 10. Lexanna Siemasz scored both of Mott’s goals in the first half, with both coming off of corner kicks by Hannah Rhodes. Central scored just before halftime to cut Mott’s lead to one, but Mott’s strong defense in the second half carried it to victory. Vanessa Bolling picked up the win in net for the Corsairs. “Lexanna was unstoppable in the air, and has now moved into a second-place tie for the team scoring lead with her set piece contributions,” said Mott Head Coach Evan Baker. “Hannah provided excellent service as usual, but was even more consistent than ever in this game.” Mott also played last Thursday without its go-to forwards, Sarah Golfis and Lo Slater, who were both out with

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NOTICE OF HEARING HEARING OF PRACTICABILITY LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD FOR ROUND LAKE Notice is hereby given that the Lake Improvement Board for Round Lake, in the Township of White Lake, County of Oakland, will meet at the White Lake Township Hall located at 7525 Highland Road, White Lake, Michigan at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2012, to determine the practicability of a three-years special assessment roll for augmentation well operation and maintenance, and weed control program, which will improve the general quality of the lake. Plus maintenance of the Boat Launch area, and an annual legal fee of $5000.00 to cover any legal services. The assessment is estimated at a maximum of $29,690.00 annually for the years of 2012, 2013, and 2014 with individual assessments of $290.00 for lakefront property $150.00 for canal property with direct lake access and $50.00 for off-lake property with lake access. This hearing is called pursuant to the provisions of Section 30910 of Part 309 of Public Act No. 50 of 1995. LAKE IMPROVEMENT BOARD FOR ROUND LAKE S.C. 5-16 & 5-23-12

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injuries. The win, combined with Walled Lake Northern’s 2-1 loss to Huron Valley Lakeland that same night, gives Mott a four-point cushion in the KLAA North Division standings. However, Mott’s first division game of the week on Tuesday, May 8 resulted in its first division setback of the season, as the Corsairs fell 2-1 at home to Lakeland. Olivia Mayer scored Mott’s only goal, as the Corsairs were outplayed by an upstart Lakeland squad. “We could never seem to find any sort of attacking rhythm on Tuesday, and Lakeland established possession early on without much effort. They bordered on dominant in the first half, while we struggled just to dig out of our own end,” Baker said. Amanda Lock scored the game-winning goal for Lakeland in the second half off a pass from Megan Kalanik, while Lexi Walker scored on a one-timer in the first half as the Eagles outshot Mott 185. The Corsairs began their week on a high-note with a 2-0 victory over Bloomfield Hills Andover on Monday, May 7. Alyssa Bolling and Jaime Carter each scored for Mott in the second half while Bolling picked up the shutout in net for the Corsairs. Whether or Mott’s final division game at Northern on Thursday, May 17 will be for the KLAA North Division title will hinge on what happened on Tuesday, May 15.

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SPRING HYDRANT FLUSHING Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday, Starting April 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th, 2012 and ending Wednesday, May 18th, 2012 THIS WORK WILL BE PERFORMED BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 7:30 P.M. - 11:30 P.M. and flushing will occur for 6 weeks Customers may experience some discolored water.Please run cold water to clear your lines and avoid doing laundry until the water is clear. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation. For Further Information Contact: Waterford Township Department of Public Works at 248-674-2278 or Gerald Ward, (Water Treatment Foreman) at 248.618.7483 or email at Gward@twp.waterford.mi.us S.C. 4-11, 4-18, 4-25, 5-2, 5-9 & 5-16-12

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Lakeland sends statement in wins over Mott, Knights By Michael Shelton staff writer

Huron Valley Lakeland had arguably its best week of the season last week as it went 2-0-1, with both of its victories coming against the top two teams in the Kensington Lakes Activities Association (KLAA) North Division. The Eagles (2-2-4 overall, 4-3-4 in the KLAA North) began their week with a 2-1 victory on the road against first-place Waterford Mott on Tuesday, May 8, handing the Corsairs their first division loss of the season. Lexi Walker scored Lakeland’s first goal when a long ball from Morgan Kroezen to Megan Kalanik was trapped and then forwarded to Walker, who one-timed it into the net. After Mott tied the match at 1-1 in the second half, Amanda Lock scored the game-winning goal off a pass from Kalanik. Lakeland outshot Mott, 18-5. The Eagles then hosted Walled Lake Western on Wednesday, May 10 and came away with a 1-1 draw. Kroezen scored Lakeland’s only goal of the match in the first half on a free kick from 25 yards out that found the upper right corner of the net. However, Rachel Good would score in the second half for the Warriors, who were outshot by the Eagles 11-5. Lakeland then hosted its Bogie Lake Road rival, Walled Lake Northern (8-41), on Thursday, May 11, as the second-place Knights trailed Mott by a point in the KLAA North standings coming into the match and were looking to inch closer to the top at the Eagles’ expense. However, Lakeland had other plans, as it defeated Northern, 2-1, for its first victory over the Knights in four years. Lock scored Lakeland’s first goal off assists from Kalanik and Walker in the first half before Northern tied the score before halftime. In the second half, Sydney Whitefield was taken down in the box, resulting in a penalty kick. Kroezen would convert on the kick, which would turn out to be the gamewinning goal for Lakeland. The Eagles outshot the Knights, 12-5, and potentially dealt a blow to Northern’s division title hopes.

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Streaky Titans fall to Brighton after wins By Michael Shelton staff writer

Huron Valley Unified’s boys lacrosse team went 2-1 last week as the start of the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) Lacrosse Tournament approaches. “The thing about this year’s boys varsity lacrosse team is you’re not sure which group of kids will show up to play each game,” said Huron Valley Head Coach Greg Ristau. “They either play with precision — executing clean passes, moving to the ball, and playing tenacious defense — or they look like they just woke up from a long sleep, dropping passes, failing to clear the ball, and misfiring on shots. This week both teams showed up but with good results.” The Titans (8-7 overall, 4-3 in the Kensington Lakes Activities Association Lakes Conference) showed up in a big way on Monday, May 7, as they demolished Grand Blanc, 21-4. The senior attack line accounted for six goals and 14 assists, led by Doyle Williams (4 goals, 2 assists), Corey Roberto (2 goals, 4assists), and Tyler Mesclier (8 assists). Also scoring were Hunter Ruch (2 goals), Brad Simonich (2 goals), Trevor Tierney (2 goals), Mitch Leist (2 goals), Nathan Gilletly (2 goals), Josh Orlando (2 goals), Josh Beazley, Drew Burrow, and Josh Lowe. Senior goaltender Ted Jones had a strong match, as he made eight saves.

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Central notches 3 wins in lead-up to state tournament Walled Lake Central’s boys lacrosse team improved to an impressive 12-4 on the season as it won all three of its matches this past week. Central now hopes to ride the momentum into the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) Lacrosse Tournament, which begins next week. The Vikings began their week with a 16-2 victory over Waterford Unified on Monday, May 7. Leading the scoring with multiple goals were junior attacker Eric Rosteck,

However, Huron Valley was challenged by the KLAA Lakes Conference champion Brighton on Wednesday, May 9 and fell to the Bulldogs, 16-9. Junior Trevor Tierney had a hat trick and Burrow and Gino Wickman each scored a goal. Seniors Williams and Leist contributed 2 goals each and attackman Mesclier had 5 assists. “Although we lost to Brighton, it was probably one of the best games we played all season,” Ristau said. The Titans finished the week on a strong note with a 7-6 victory over Farmington at home on Senior Night, Friday, May 11. Huron Valley had a 3-1 advantage before Farmington stormed back to take a 4-3 lead. But, the Titans were able to prevail for their 14 seniors with 4 goals in the fourth quarter while holding Farmington to 2 goals to come away with the win. Jones had 15 saves in net while Leist had a hat trick, Corey Roberto had 2 goals, and Mesclier and Williams each had a goal. Huron Valley hosted Plymouth Salem in a KLAA crossover match on Monday, May 14 after press time, and will host Grand Blanc tomorrow, Thursday, May 17. The Titans will then host Grand Blanc in an MHSAA pre-regional match on Monday, May 21, with the winner facing Hartland in the regional quarterfinal later next week.

senior attacker Lucas Wilson, and junior attacker Nick Timmons. According to Central Head Coach Hank Lewandowski, Central (5-4 in the Kensington Lakes Activities Association Lakes Conference) controlled midfield play with junior midfielder Ben Gjokai and junior Alex Palafox having exceptional games. He also said the defense was steller with Hunter Spielman, Grant Kerney and Charles Sovel shutting down the Waterford attack. Central then defeated Hartland, 157, on Wednesday, May 9 as Eric Rosteck, Wilson and Timmons each scored mutliple goals. “Matt Rosteck quarterbacked the offense distributing the ball to get balanced scoring from our midfield and attack. Ben Gjokai had another outstanding game dominating the face-off

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circle,” Lewandowski said. “The defense was steady and senior goaltender Sean Collins again had timely saves helping propel our transition game.” Central then overcame a sluggish start to notch a 12-9 victory over Lapeer West in a non-league game on Saturday, May 12. The Vikings trailed 3-2 at halftime, but started the second half with three unanswered goals and didn’t look back. Junior midfielder Brain Maxwell led the Vikings with three goals followed by Eric Rosteck, Wilson and Timmons. “Gjokai was dominant in winning face-offs that led to offensive possessions,” Lewandowski said. “The Central penalty unit killed off a 3-minute unreleasable penalty and scored while they were a man down, a pivotal point in the game as the defense controlled the remainder of the game.” He added that Spielman, Kerney, Sovel and Palafox had strong defensive plays at critical points in the game. Central hosted Plymouth in a KLAA crossover match on Monday, May 14 after press time and will wrap up the regular season with matches at Romeo today, Wednesday, May 16 and at Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard tomorrow, Thursday, May 17. The Vikings will then open the MHSAA State Tournament with a preregional match at home against the host West Bloomfield on Monday, May 21. The winner will then have a date with Clarkston in the regional quarterfinal later next week.

Boys lacrosse state tournament begins next week The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) Boys Lacrosse Tournament will begin next week with lakes area teams in action. Region 8 of the Division 2 Bracket has three lakes area teams participating, with two of them facing each other in the first-round. Walled Lake Northern will host Walled Lake Western in a pre-regional match on Monday, May 21, with the winner facing Madison Heights Bishop Foley later next week. The third local team, Orchard Lake St. Mary’s, will host Auburn Hills Avondale on Monday, May 21 in a pre-regional match, with the winner facing either Rochester Adams or Royal Oak in the regional quarter-finals later next week. Meanwhile, Waterford Unified will play at Lake Orion in a Division 1 preregional match on Monday, May 21, with the winner facing Midland Dow in the regional quarterfinals later next week.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of the City of Orchard Lake Village will hold a Public Hearing on the 20122013 Proposed Budgets on Monday, May 21, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall, 3955 Orchard Lake Road, Orchard Lake, Michigan.

Revenues:

July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2013 Summary of Proposed General Fund Budget Operating Taxes & Interest State Shared Revenue Police Department Revenue Miscellaneous Licenses & Revenue Prior Year Fund Balance

Expenditures: Fire Department Police Department DPW & Refuse Department Admin., Legal, Audit, Assessing & Elections City Hall & Grounds Clerk & Staff Insurance & Benefits Planning Commission General Accounts Sanctuary Maintenance

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Huron Valley Schools will be receiving bids for the following bids for the following package:

Roofing Package 2012

A pre-bid meeting will be held on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 4:30 p.m. at Johnson Elementary School, 515 General Motors Rd., Milford, MI 48381. Bid documents are available online at http://webapps.huronvalley.k12.mi.us/bids/ or by going to the District’s web site, www.huronvalley.k12.mi.us and clicking on Quick Links, then selecting Bid & Registration Information. Sealed bids should be submitted to Sandra Elka, Supervisor of Purchasing, Huron Valley Schools, 2390 S. Milford Rd., Highland, MI 48357. Bids are to be submitted no later than 10:00 a.m. local time on Thursday, May 24, 2012. Late bids will not be considered. Bids will be publicly opened immediately following the close of receiving bids. No oral, email, telephonic or telegraphic proposals shall be considered. In compliance with MCL 380.1267, a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationships that exist between the owner, or any employee of the bidder, and any member of the Huron Valley Schools’ Board or the Superintendent must be included with the bid. Bids without a sworn and notarized disclosure statement will not be accepted. Certified check or Bid Bond by an approved surety company must accompany each proposal in an amount not less than 5% of the bid amount. Price proposal shall be good for a period of no less than 60 days from the bid date, unless otherwise noted. The Board reserves the right to waive any irregularities, reject any or all bids, or accept any bid when in the opinion of the Board such action will best serve the District’s interest. Bonnie Brown Secretary, Board of Education SC: 5-16-12

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS CITY OF WIXOM WIXOM, MI 48393 The City of Wixom will receive bids at the Office of the City Clerk; 49045 Pontiac Trail, Wixom, MI 48393, until 10:00 a.m. on May 22, 2012 at which time and place bids will be opened and read for the following:

Highgate Subdivision Well Site Property Redevelopment Project (approx. 0.95 acres) Request for Proposal packages may be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk, Monday through Thursday, 7:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids it may deem to be in the best interest of the City. SC: 5-16-12

The Walled Lake Consolidated Schools Board of Education will receive firm, sealed Bid Proposals for a CONCRETE REPLACEMENT PROJECT throughout the District. All Proposals are due and must be delivered to the Educational Services Center no later than 2:00 P.M. on or before May 29, 2012(due date). Late Proposals will not be accepted. Bid Proposals are to be publicly opened and read immediately following due date. Bid Proposals must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner or any employee of the bidder and any member of the Board of Education or Superintendent. The Board of Education shall not accept a Bid Proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement. Bid information can be obtained at www.wlcsd.org/bids. S.C. 5-16-12

Revenues:

State Shared Revenue Contr. from Other Funds & Misc. Income

Expenditures:. Inspections & Inspectors Supplies, Misc. Expenses Overhead Expense

Total

$45,000 2,100 407,065 46,000 7,400 -0$507,565 $99,000 $99,000 $120,000 $120,000

Total

$73,850 -0$73,850

Total

$39,800 3,900 30,150 $73,850 $30,000

Total

21,000 8,200 800 $30,000

Summary of Debt Service Fund Budget Property Taxes Interest Income & Reserves Fees & Charges

Expenditures: Bond Payments Service Fees, Audit & Legal Revenues:

$157,500 350,065 $507,565

Summary of Orchard Lake Special Assessment Fund Budget

Special Assessments & Interest Income Expenditures: Weed Harvesting Law Enforcement Water Testing & Goose Removal & Admin. Revenues:

Total

Summary of Special Revenue Fund Budget

Property Tax & Interest Income Expenditures: Library Services & Transfers Summary of Proposed Capital Improvement Fund Budget Revenues: Interest Income and Fund Balance Expenditures: Transfers & Fees Summary of Proposed Building Department Budget Revenues: Permit Fees Prior Year Balance Appropriation

Revenues:

Total

$280,710 740,000 481,165 182,750 48,500 141,200 649,500 8,900 123,400 16,000 $2,672,125

Summary of Proposed Road Fund Budgets

Expenditures: Salaries & Wages Audit & Administrative Purchases & Purchased Services Equipment Rental Reserve Contr. to Other Funds Revenues:

Total

$2,238,125 157,500 36,500 134,000 106,000 $2,672,125

Total

$772,069 359,097 350,000 $1,481,166

Total

$1,477,166 4,000 $1,481,166

Summary of Retiree Health Care Fund Transfers In & Interest Income Appr. Prior YR Fund Balance Total

Expenditures: Health Insurance Expense Reserve

$110,700 ($27,050) $83,650

$83,650 -0Total $83,650 A complete copy of all proposed budgets is on file with and available for inspection from the City Clerk in City Hall between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, except on legal holidays. Rhonda R. McClellan City Clerk SC: 5-16-12

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HURON HILL SUB - WAY BACK IN SUB TREED PRIVATE LOT •2 story w/2,594 sq. ft., 4 lg. bed, 2.5 baths •Fp, ff laundry, 3+ car, part fin daylight bsmt #212037708 EXT. #224•KEY #248384 . WP DT OR F TER WA

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$399,900 HILLS OF BOGIE LAKE SUB CLUBHOUSE AND POOL •3,303 sq ft + fin daylight bsmt, 5 bed, 4.5 ba •Ff laundry, 3 car gar., large raised deck #211116381 EXT. #255•KEY #267493

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WALKOUT RANCH ON BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED ALL-SPORTS CLARK & CARROLL LAKES CONDOMINIUM TOWNHOUSE •1,353 sq ft + 950 sq ft fin. w/o, 3 bed, 2 ba •2 bed, 1.5 ba + fin-bsmt, granite kitch •2 fp, mstr w/ba, courtyard garage, shed •Ceramic/hdwd, LC terms, clubhouse, pool #212027022 EXT. #243•KEY #264094 #212009441 EXT. #259 •KEY #262565

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SPACIOUS, UPDATED HOME 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, lake privileges, finished basement

CONTEMPORARY HOME CARIBOU CREEK 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, open floor plan, master suite, walkout basement, large yard

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211101478 - $149,900

212034537 - $119,900

212000049 - $124,900

1.45 ACRES 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, 3 car detached garage, oak cabinets

SWEET HOME 1+ ACRE LOT 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, master suite with walk-in nature area, 2 level deck

OLD WORLD CHARM TUDOR 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, coved ceilings, lake privileges

WELCOME HOME - SPLIT RANCH 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, open floor plan, master suite, beautifully finished basement

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

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212046038 - $265,000

COME OUT TO THE COUNTRY 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, hardwood floors, woodstove, almost 2 acres, 3 car garage

BRICK BEAUTY 4 bedroom, 2.1 baths, cathedral ceilings, fireplace, large lot, brick patio

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212039715 - $139,900

NEW ENGLAND CHARM 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, 1.5 acres with pond, walk out finished basement

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212046963 - $124,900

212040376 - $179,900

211112421 - $170,000

212034531 - $300,000

212044303 - $275,000

POTTERY BARN MOVE IN READY 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, shabby chic, kitchen all appliances, huge 3 car garage, fenced yard

LAKE PRIVILEGES 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, great room w/fireplace, spacious kitchen

WELL MAINTAINED RANCH 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, kitchen and dining open to family room deck, patio & large yard

CRANBERRY LAKE COLONIAL 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, gourmet kitchen, master suite fireplace, beautiful lot

BOATING/SWIMMING LAKE SHERWOOD 3 bedrooms, 3.1 baths, contemporary, vault ceilings, wood & ceramic, 3 season gazebo w/hot tub

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212030314 - $109,900

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211128969 - $165,000

MANDON LAKEFRONT 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, remodeled in 2009, large deck, shed

LAKEFRONT GEM 83 FT. ON WOODALL LAKE 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, huge master w/bath and doorwall to deck, walkout with 2nd kitchen

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME 1.2 wooded acres, Upper Straits Lake privileges, cul-de-sac location

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CENTENNIAL FARMHOUSE 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, family/parlor with fireplace, over an acre

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– NORTHVILLE – SHORT DISTANCE TO QUAINT DOWNTOWN NORTHVILLE! 211114550

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– HIGHLAND – A HIDDEN JEWEL ON LOW TRAFFIC ALL-SPORTS HIGHLAND LAKE! 212012906 $219,900

– HIGHLAND – WATERFRONT HOME ON ALL-SPORTS, PRIVATE HIGHLAND LAKE! 212020231 $165,000

– HIGHLAND – PREMIUM, DOWNEY LAKEFRONT SITE

$219,000

– HIGHLAND – STUNNING HOME ON 540 ACRE ALL-SPORTS WHITE LAKE! 212026900 $299,900

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– HIGHLAND – BENCHMARK HOMES PRESENTS 4 BEDROOM, 2.1 BATH COLONIAL ON +/- ACRE 212029431 $274,000

– HIGHLAND – BENCHMARK HOMES PRESENTS 4 BEDROOM, 2.1 BATH COLONIAL ON 1 ACRE IN PINE BLUFFS 212029437 $275,000

– HOWELL – BEAUTIFUL RANCH WITH LAKE PRIVILEGES ON ALL-SPORTS CROOKED LAKE 212030060 $205,000

– HARTLAND – SPACIOUS & SUPERBLY MAINTAINED LAKE PRIVILEGES ON DUNHAM LAKE 212030064 $210,000

– HIGHLAND – WELL PLANNED DESIGN, ATTENTION TO DETAIL. MAPLE & GRANITE KITCHEN 212032857 $299,499

– WHITE LAKE – HISTORIC HOME BUILT 1837 WITH ADDITIONS NICE ACREAGE, HUGE WORKSHOP 212035127 $114,900

– MILFORD – CUSTOM BUILT WITH HUGE FINISHED WALKOUT ON 1.79 WOODED ACRES WITH POLE BARN 212036298 $390,000

– HIGHLAND – FANTASTIC ACREAGE WITH PICTURESQUE POND, ROOM FOR HORSES & OUTBUILDINGS 212037729 $449,000

– MANCELONA – BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT LAKEFRONT PANORAMIC VIEWS ALL AROUND 212037857 $373,500

– MILFORD – BEAUTIFULLY FENCED 10 ACRES WITH STOCKED POND. MUST SEE - COUNTRY LIVING IN THE CITY! 212039423 $229,900

– MILFORD – BEAUTIFUL 2.6 ACRES ESTATE WITH 5 CAR GARAGE. FIRST FLOOR SUITE, GOURMET KITCHEN. 212046098 $824,797

– HIGHLAND – MANY STUNNING UPGRADES AT A GREAT PRICE! BEAUTIFUL BRAZILIAN CHERRY FLOORING 212043226 $137,000

– BIRMINGHAM – STUNNING 4 BEDROOM COLONIAL, WALK TO DOWNTOWN. NESTED ON EXTRA DEEP LOT. 212043782 $375,000

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TAXI & AIRPORT DRIVERS WANTED Full or Part time Day or Night

Sorry, we do not accept ads for free dogs.

248-666-2110 RESTAURANT HELP Upscale restaurant in Commerce looking for executive Sous Chef. Minimum two years experience. Fax resume to 248-360-6481

Medical/ Dental

STERILIZATION ASSISTANT Looking for a personable, well groomed individual with computer skills. Willing to train in patient care. Full time.

Lakes Pediatric Dentistry

4 YEAR Old female cat, fixed, great with kids. 248-7557172 SMALL CATS fixed rescues, must go in pairs. 248-7384901 or 248-214-9898

Auction/Estate Sales101 ESTATE SALE. 3386 ParkForest Drive, West Bloomfield. Quality furniture, tools, antiques, collectibles, much more. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 9am-4pm

Garage Sales

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 89

THURSDAY THRU Saturday, 9-4. 8125 Locklin on Union Lake. Furniture

3 Sales in Oakley Towne Subdivision off Oakley Park near Welch Road

Mann Metals Corp. (248)960-1200

Garage Sales

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HURON HILLS

HUGE SALE. Jewelry, collectibles, teen clothes, books, 3230 Stanforth, crossroads are Commerce & Union Lake Rds. May 17-19th, 9-3.

SUBDIVISION GARAGE/ ESTATE SALES Thursday, May 17th thru Saturday, May 19th 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Richardson & Newton Two Entrances GOLF MANOR SUB GARAGE SALES 10+ homes participating May 17th thru May 20th 9A.M to 4p.m. On Commerce Rd. 1/4 mile, west of Union Lake Road Maps provided. Something for everyone! 8484 BUFFALO DRIVE. Thursday thru Saturday, 9am5pm. Furniture, heater, toys, clothes, housewares, knickknacks, more.

HILL 'N' DALE SUBDIVISION SALE

BEACON HILL SUB SALE

North of Pontiac Trail, east of Decker Road. 48390

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Baby, hockey, household, furniture, more!

May 18th & 19th Friday & Saturday 8a.m. to 3p.m. The major crossroads for Beacon Hill Subdivision are Carey and Commerce Roads. Something for everyone !!

Garage Sales

COMMERCE

Thursday & Saturday 9-4

SCRAP METAL Aluminum .30-.60¢/lb. Copper $2.00-$2.60/lb. Brass .80¢- 1.50/lb. Auto Rads. .80¢-1.10/lb. 1011 Decker, Walled Lk

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HUGE MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE Tools, furniture, antiques, glassware, assor ted household items, kids stuff, bikes, and toys. Something for everyone!

Follow signs from Pontiac Tr./Welch

1864 Alton Circle Thurs., Fri., Sat., 9-5 MOVING SALE Everything must go! May 17th- 19th 8-4 3675 Loch Bend Commerce 48382.

AUTUMN FOREST / CRANBERRY LAKE SUBWIDE SALES Thursday - Saturday May 17th -19th 9am - 5pm On Commerce Rd., between Carey & Duck Lake Rds. CHARITY GARAGE Sale, all proceeds to benefit the Susan G Komen 3 Day. May 17th, 18th, 19th, 9-3. 4225 South Commerce. No early birds. THURSDAY, 8am-4pm. Nice furniiture. Household items. Union Lake & Wise. 3133 LINDA MARIE Way. Furniture, golf clubs, etc. 5-19 10am-3pm

SUBDIVISION GARAGE SALE May 17th, 18th, & 19th

Thurs., Fri., Sat. 9a.m.-4p.m. Huron Hills is located north of Huron Valley Hospital on Commerce Road. 48382. HIGHLAND FRIDAY & SATURDAY 9am-6pm, Sunday, 10am4pm. 3761 N. Duck Lake Rd. Honda CBR 600, furniture, antiques, collectibles, household items, clothing, toys, 9 cubic ft. freezer, books. MILFORD HUGE FAMILY Sale: 9a.m.4:30p.m. Thursday, Friday. 153 Noble across from Milford Post Office. Household, Career clothing, appliances, furniture

FRIENDS OF CAMP DEARBORN FLEA MARKET Saturday, 5-19-12 @ Camp Dearborn Milford 9am to 4pm Admission $3 per car Vendor space available

Call 313-204-4503 WALLED LAKE 235 WELLSBORO. Friday, Saturday, 9am-4pm. Near Pontiac Trail & Maple THURSDAY, FRIDAY, 9a.m.-4p..m. & Saturday, 9a.m.-2p.m. 1740 Commerce Pines Circle, Oakley Park/ South Commerce. WATERFORD

PINE CREEK SUBDIVISION SALE May 17th, 18th & 19th 9a.m.-3p.m. Thurs. & Fri 9a.m.-1p.m. Sat. On Pontiac Lake Road between Hospital and Williams Lake Roads. WEST BLOOMFIELD MISCELLANEOUS HOUSEHOLD, Furniture, hot tub9a.m.-5p.m. Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 6403 West Oaks Drive, Green Lake Rd & Commerce.

MISSION SPRINGS SUB YARD SALE 9a.m.-5p.m. Thurs., Fri., Sat. May 17th, 18th, 19th North off Willow, between Hiller and Union Lake Road.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!

WHITE LAKE THURSDAY THRU Saturday, 9-3 9475 Rustic Circle, off Union Lake Road between Cooley Lake Road and Elizabeth Lake Road. TV's, Air hockey game. 998 OLREANA. Tools, toys, movies, much more. Friday, Saturday, Sunday. HUGE MISCELLANEOUS Sale: 8a.m.-5p.m. May 17th, 18th, & 19th, 5445 Cedar Island Road west off Bogie Lake Road.

Reserve at Tull Lake

Sub Sale off Highland Road near Lowe's May 17th, 18th, 19th

9-3 HUGE SALE- 9a.m.-5p.m. May 19th, 20th, 956 Hidden Cove. 48386.

Twin Lakes Village Subdivision Thursday, Friday, Saturday May 17th, 18th, 19th 9am -5pm M-59 & Sunny Beach Blvd., across from Walmart

BRENTWOOD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB SUBDIVISION SALE May 17th thru May 20th Thurs., Fri., Sat., &Sun. 9am to 4pm Off Carey Road or Off Bogie Lake Road Look for signs.

Cedar Shores Sub/ Garage/ Yard Sale Thursday May 17th thru Saturday May 19th 8:30am-3:30pm Enter on Burgess Drive off Oxbow Lake Road 48386 WIXOM MOVING SALE ever thing must go. 9am-5pm, Friday, Saturday. 1951 Palmer Court. Off Wixom Road.

Clothing/Apparel

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WEDDING DRESS- Brand new- never been worn. Size 6, cream colored, strapless Aline, heart bodice, crystals on bodice, hem & train. Original price $1,000 asking $500 or OBO. Dress in Hartland. 248624-8857

Appliances

122

ELECTRIC STOVE white, very clean $125 248-8812031

Furniture/Rugs

125

WHITE ENTERTAINMENT Center, new, ready to assemble, 38 1/8 inch wide x 20 1/4 inch high x 14 7/8 inch deep. $20. 248-623-2661 CHEST 29"x 34"x 15", drawer & 2 doors. $12. 248-5534967 PRINT PATTERN sofa, love seat, chair with lamps and end tables $100. (248)666-3752

Art/Crafts

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ST. MARK'S SPRING FESTIVAL May 19th 9am-5pm 7979 Commerce Rd. Featuring Crafts, Food tent, Kids games, Bake sale, Raffle

Fun For Everyone !

Info - 248-363-6316 Odds N Ends

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4' FOLDING Utility table $10 248-881-2031

CARS/TRUCKS MOTORCYCLES Wanted Parts/ Salvage

REPAIR/ IMPROVEMENT

181

UNWANTED AUTOS LLC

Appliance Repair

TOP $ Paid For Any: • Junk • Non Running • Wrecked Cars $275 & Up

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MOTORCYCLEGUARANTEE See First Want Ad Page FULL REPAIR SERVICES Motorcycle parts/ Access. Mention ad for up to 20% off! MX • ATV• P.W.C

Lakes MotorSports 248-674-0663 185

F-150, 1998. New tires, V-8, Runs good. $1,500 OBO 248818-0051

WESTINGHOUSE AUTOMATIC extra tall can opener, brand new in box. $5. 248-623-2661

FORD ESCAPE XLT 2002, 124k, original owner, $5,800 248-698-2219

Boats/Motors/ Trailers

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DAVE'S MOBILE MARINE •Pontoon Hauling •Inboard & Outboard Repair "We Come To You" •Buy & Sell Motors

(248)666-9248 COOPER GALVANIZED Sailboat Trailer. $350. 248682-1558 SHORE STATION 4,000 pound vertical lift, newer cables, excellent condition, many extra $1,600 248-363-5196

Boat Hoists Docks

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HARBOR MASTER Vertical lift with electric motor and other extra, great shape, will hold 3,500 pound and boat 8' wide $1,895 248-683-1536

KEITH'S SEALCOATING • NO SPRAY • ASPHALT REPAIR & GRAVEL FILL

SINCE 1983

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BOB'S CARPET

$20 PREPAID Phone card for only $10- I can give you a 1800 number to verify, expires June 13, 2013. 248-6232661.

BOATS/ OUTDOOR

Asphalt/Pavement 503

Carpet Installation

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Cars

(248)360-0213 (248)698-8819

(248)-623-7282

4713 Dixie Highway, Waterford, MI 48329

Trucks/Trailers

502

TONY'S APPLIANCE SERVICE Servicing all Major Appliances. •Hot water tank

(248)467-0396 Motorcycles

SERVICE DIRECTORY

187

JEEP COMPASS 2007 49k, loaded, must sell $12,900 248-505-8827

SALES GUARANTEE Autos, Vans, Trucks See First Want Ad Page HONDA ELEMENT EX 2005 4wd., bright red, 122K, 248881-0900 Private.

Great prices on plush & berber carpet. Low prices on pad & installation. Living room & bedroom sized remnants $4 per yd. Restretching &repairs. 35 years experience.

Bob (248)681-5771 Cabinetry

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Elegant Woodworking •Mantels •Fireplace Surrounds •Furniture •Entertainment Center •Custom Cabinets •Crown Molding •Kitchen Cabinets •Custom Bars Harold Canfield

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C & G CEMENT Quality Workmanship Residential-Commercial Over 30 years Experience STAMPED CONCRETE DRIVEWAYS FOOTINGS GARAGE FLOORS BLOCK WORK FREE ESTIMATES Michael (248)363-4783 MILFORD LOCATION

(248)684-5928 ARROW CONCRETE •Driveway & Patio Specials •Regular & Stamped •Home Owner Friendly •Residential - Commerical Fully Lic. & Ins. 20 Yr. Exp.

Doors

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MARCUCCI CONCRETE As Seen on ABC TV "Extreme Home Makeovers" Satisfying Customers for Over 30 Years •DRIVEWAY •PORCHES •FOUNDATIONS •BRICK •BLOCK •STAMPED/ COLORED Lic/Ins Visa/ MC Wixom

248-486-5900 AFFORDABLE CONCRETE SERVICES Driveways, Patios, Sidewalks, Tear-outs, Replacements, Footings, Block work. Over 30 years experience.

Decks/Patios

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Deck Cleaning Powerwashing Stain & Sealing Light Carpentry Repair Call Treadway Painting

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Call Anytime 248-624-4042 (cell) 248-640-6298 CERTIFIED OVERHEAD DOOR SERVICE •Garage Doors •Repaired/ Services •New Doors/ Openers •Installed at Factory Pricing •Emergency Service Available

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R & D DRYWALL & PAINTING •Hang & Finished •Small Repair •Texture Repair •Plaster Repair •Wet Sand

Ron (248)673-7665 Electricians

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MASTER ELECTRICIAN Insured & State Licensed, 25 years experience. Prompt, courteous service. FREE ESTIMATES. ALL TYPES OF WORK. Competitive Prices

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Excavating

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J.J.M BACKHOE SERVICE LLC Backhoe service & landscaping. 38 Years Experience. Small or Large Jobs. Fully insured. Free estimates.

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•Linoleum •Ceramic Tile •Hardwood Floors •Laminate Wood 27 Years Exp. Free Est.

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DU-IT-ALL HOME CARE IMPROVEMENTS Specials: •Ceramic Tile •Formica Tops & Kitchens •Exterior/Interior Painting Also, we do complete basements and all other interior work, including electric, plumbing, etc. Call today. Cell #

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Heating/ Duct Work

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THOMASON HEATING & COOLING • Furnaces • Boilers • Air Cleaners •Air Conditioners •Humidifiers Service & Replacements

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Full Service Contracting Interior, Exterior painting, faux finishes, porches, chimney, masonry, additions, kitchens & bath remodels, home inspection. Visa & Mastercard

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Home Inspection

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Buying A Home? Let Us Look Before You Leap! AFFORDABLE HOME INSPECTIONS Licensed Insured STERLING HOME SERVICES

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Roofing 553

College Student Looking for Lawn care, mulch/ stone & odd jobs Shawn Larkins 248-931-0295 Painting/ Decorating

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