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n a normal year, Carol Ann Owens of Riverview would be participating in all sorts of seasonal events as her namesake Carey Ann the Clown.

Of course, 2020 is anything but normal thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, which has brought life in most parts of the world to a standstill, forced people to stay indoors and kept those who venture outdoors to stay at least six feet apart and possibly wear masks and gloves.

To add some normalcy to life and help keep spirits high in Riverview, Owens planned a series of events.

The most recent, held Saturday, April 11, was the Easter “Drive By, Say Hi!” Parade at Patriot’s Park.

For 90 minutes, Carey Ann, members of her “clown caravan”

Photo courtesy of Carey Ann the Clown

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Continued from page 1 and a host of other popular characters were in place at 10 separate stations as residents drove their vehicles turned from Sibley Road onto Veterans Memorial Parkway, drove past the Riverview Public Library and Community Center and were photographed with the Easter Bunny – all while remaining in the comfort of their cars, vans and trucks.

The bunny was serenaded by popular Easter songs such as “Here Comes Peter Cottontail” and “Bunny Hop” and gave “air hugs” to children instead of actual hugs, all while the kids waved and “air hugged” back. And then it was on to the next station and the next.

Besides the Easter Bunny, the cast of characters included clowns Carey Ann, Trixie, Blossom and Sunshine; Elsa, Anna and Olaf of “Frozen” fame; Pikachu and Troll Poppy – plus firefighters in a Riverview fire truck. Mayor Andrew Swift and wife Darlene were among those in the “Drive By” procession.

“About 150 families drove through and made our day – as we hope we made theirs,” said Owens, who is in her 35th year in entertainment and her 25th year as adventurous clown Carey Ann. Earlier in the week, Owens made arrangements for “Community Capers with Carey Ann the Clown” – a further sign of how “COVID-19 has changed our entertainment.”

The “capers” included a “bear hunt,” “wacky window home visits” and “forced perspective photo fun.” All three events, as well as the Easter parade, were advertised on the social media platform Facebook.

Owens said she (as Carey Ann) and the Easter Bunny and Carey Ann visited nearly 200 family homes and senior care centers in the community. They high-fived children and seniors, often through front windows and glass doors.

“This is something I wanted to do,” Owens said.

“I wanted to see these kids. You can’t have Easter without the Easter Bunny.”

For more information about Carey Ann’s Clown Caravan, visit the group’s Facebook page.

Photos by Jeffrey Corns Jeffery Photographic

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FROM THE DESK OF THE MAYOR

Pandemic brings out the best in fellow residents My fellow Riverview residents, this is by far the hardest article for me to write. We all are aware of the precautions and safety procedures we need to take to prevent the spread of the coronavirus COVID-19.

We’ve closed city hall to the public but we are andrew still providing essential swift services. Our police and fire departments are working to keep our community safe and are in contact with emergency response / healthcare agencies across the county.

We’ve extended the deadline of your water bill to April 30. Water bill payments can be dropped off in the lobby of the police department or made online (fee waived) at www. cityofriverview.com.

Stevens Disposal will continue to pick up trash on your normally scheduled day. Yard waste will continue to be picked up. Special pickups have been postponed till further notice.

Our land preserve continues to operate as an essential service to the downriver area. The recycling center at the land preserve also continues to operate. Just remember to practice social distancing if there are others present. Our DPW will still respond to water-main breaks or other infrastructure issues as they arise.

By the time you are reading this, the world could again be a totally

different place than it is today. Rules, her Community Capers Bear Hunt. regulations, and guidelines are She’s designed a game that entertains continuously changing. I, as Mayor, the children of the community while have been doing my best to keep the staying safe inside their family car. community informed on all relevant They traverse the city looking for information from the county health Teddy Bears, bear pictures or drawings department. Please check the Official in house or business windows. Carey City of Riverview Facebook page for Ann also entertained a countless information on how the coronavirus number of children with her Easter has affected Riverview and the Parade held at the Community Center.

Downriver area.

It was a great time for the kids and We as a community parents while they are adapting the best practice social By the time you are we can. And, similar distancing. reading this, the to other emergencies, The next three world could again and crises, there are examples of kindness be a totally different those among us that and generosity are rise above the impact place than it is today. from two businesses to themselves and and our police Rules, regulations, work to help others. department, and guidelines are Riverview is lucky Anyone with enough to have a large continuously changing. children at risk of number of residents going to bed hungry and businesses that are asked to call have hearts bigger than the dozers at Parthenon Coney Island for help. Eddie the land preserve. and Nick are a couple of the most My first example of that is Jeff generous people I know and they love Owens or the “Breadmeister” as he’s being in the city of Riverview. And been affectionately named. Jeff and his by looking at their parking lot almost family have been providing bread to any time of day you can see Riverview families for free for the past few weeks. residents love them too. Ok, maybe This isn’t just a plain loaf of bread - oh not them, but the food they serve! no, it is a special bread recipe baked Very early in the “Stay Home Stay in his outside brick oven. I was lucky Safe” order and knowing finding enough to be at his house when he food might be an issue for some, Ali distributed his 500th loaf to a pair of Saad of Time Out Sports Barber Shop dinosaurs walking by. offered up his help. He placed bins Then there is the “Breadmeister’s” outside the front of his business full of mother Carey Ann the Clown and canned goods, water, cereal, and ramen

noodles. The goods were available to anyone who needed them..

Last, but far from least, is our Riverview Police Department. With the help of Gleaners Food Bank, the Riverview PD passed out food to 100-plus families that came by the Riverview Community Center.

Each family received an assortment of food and drinks and they didn’t even have to leave their vehicle. Officers, including Chief Rosebohm, and dispatchers from the department loaded the vehicles as they drove up to the community center.

Some items of interest have occurred because of this pandemic. Our parks remained closed. The remainder of the school year has been cancelled.

Although the Memorial Day Ceremony has been cancelled, there may be a small remembrance observance.

The Reflection Pond will still be decorated with the 300 American Flags. A huge disappointment is that The Wall That Heals visit has been postponed till next year. All these actions are in an abundance of caution not knowing what the world will be like tomorrow.

One last comment: When I ran for mayor there was no way I could know what the Lord had in my mind for us and the world. But I am thankful everyday that you trusted me and I do my best every day to do the best for you. We will get through this because our residents care for one another and we will remain Riverview-strong.

Special assessment for improved fire operations On May 4, 2020 at 7p.m., the Riverview City Council will hold a public hearing to hear comments on the proposed Public Safety Special Assessment Levy Roll.

Estimates of the additional costs have been prepared, been filed with the city clerk, and are available for public examination. A copy of the proposed special assessment roll will be filed with the city clerk and on the city website for public inspection.

The Riverview Fire Department is in the process of transitioning to a combination of full-time and parttime employees following City Council’s approval to hire eight full-time firefighter- paramedics. Once implemented, the department will be staffed with both

full-time and part-time employees.

The City Council is considering a special assessment under Public Act 33 of 1951, as amended, to fund the additional costs for the full-time employees.

The special assessment would be dedicated to fire department operations, maintenance, and equipment.

The initial step was to create a special assessment district, which would encompass all the real property, land, and parcels located within the City of Riverview.

This was approved by the Riverview City Council at their April 20, 2020 meeting.

The amount of the proposed special assessment offsets the sewer debt millage of 1.47 mills, which will be coming off the summer 2020 property tax bills. This

results in no overall increase in millage rates.

The special assessment will be assessed against the taxable value of the property, similar to a normal millage. This special assessment is for one year only, as the city looks for long-term funding for the increased staffing.

It is expected that the City Council meeting will be a virtual Zoom meeting; information about how to access the meeting online and via teleconference will be posted on the city website http://www. cityofriverview.com/ if that happens.

Otherwise, the meeting will occur at City Hall.

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Land Preserve adopts new alternative daily covers deployed from a self-propelled single-operator vehicle. Approved by the state of Michigan ADC foam is biodegradable and is no threat to groundwater or workers, officials said.

“The tarps and foam create a safer work environment, reduce waste, maximize the life of the landfill and improve profitability,” Sisk said. “Our workers have found great success with the new ADC. We’re able to deliver a better result and be more proficient with our time at RLP.”

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Riverview Register

To help eliminate blowing dust and debris, odors and nuisance birds, the Riverview Land Preserve (RLP) has adopted two new alternative daily cover (ADC) systems as part of the daily maintenance of the 211-acre solid waste disposal area.

ADC is material that is placed on the active face of a solid waste landfill at the end of each operating day. The two cover systems are durable tarps and biodegradable foam.

“At RLP, we’re always looking for ways to improve and operate the finest modern-day landfill possible,” said Jeff Dobek, city of Riverview’s assistant city manager and land preserve director.

“We are committed to local residents, customers and our community partners to provide high-quality service while protecting environmental resources,” he said. “These new daily cover methods will minimize negative impacts on local residents by getting rid of most dust and scavenger birds.”

Since winter, Dobek has been spearheading capital improvements related to landfill processes, including the cover methods and vital equipment such as the Liebherr Bulldozer to support operations in 2020 and beyond.

For years, city officials said, RLP has

effectively and resourcefully used dirt, shredded recycled tires and wood chips as daily cover. However, cutting-edge ADCs have many benefits, such as: ● Minimizing truck emissions, blowing dust and debris, smells and nuisance birds. ● Eliminating traditional daily cover costs. ● Lowering daily cover cost expenses for the city. ● Utilizing less valuable space in the landfill.

Kevin Sisk, the lead operator at the land preserve, supervises a team of 14 operators who are responsible for daily cover.

“The traditional daily cover process used to involve multiple trucks of cover material like wood chips and required an all-day operation,” Sisk said, “but with the new tarp and foam methods, I’ve been able to cut down to one truck for 30 minutes. That’s an incredible efficiency and use of taxpayer dollars if you ask me.”

ADC tarp coverings are 30 feet by 107 feet, providing up to 12,000 square feet of covered space. The durable tarps can be deployed and retrieved on traversable slopes in less than 20 minutes by one operator.

ADC foam is a non-hardening, protein-based daily cover product

About Riverview Land Preserve The RLP is a Michigan-based licensed, Type II (non-hazardous) solid waste landfill facility, owned and operated by the city of Riverview since 1968. The facility design and operation exceed both state and federal regulations, making it possible to manage a variety of non-hazardous solid wastes in an environmentally responsible manner.

Land preserve facilities and services have been designed to meet the needs of municipal, commercial and industrial clients. Officials said the RLP is an important regional resource that served the Downriver communities of Allen Park, Brownstown Township, Ecorse, Flat Rock, Gibraltar, Grosse Ile, Lincoln Park, Melvindale, River Rouge, Riverview, Rockwood, Southgate, Taylor, Trenton, Woodhaven and Wyandotte.

To learn more about the RLP, visit the website riverviewlandpreserve.com.

RIVERVIEW SCHOOLS

Riverview GSRP to be highlighted at RESA

Riverview Community School District’s GSRP is going to have student photos blown up and hung in the hallways at Wayne RESA! RESA was looking for photos to post after some updates are complete and we sent these as examples for Literacy Essentials. Lena Montgomery, from RESA, responded with a note saying that the group photos are being used.

The pictures depict a transition Tiffanie Plackowski’s class, to what she calls, “B Reading.” Students pick books from the bucket to read and - to prevent wandering - they pick their “Back, Belly or Bottom” to read on.

They can choose to read solo or with friends.

RESA’s Montgomery has hasked Plackowski to present on “B Reading” at the next advisory meeting.

Lead4Change honors student teams leading change in local communities Congratulations are in order to the students in Mrs. Norwood’s Essential Health class from trimester one!

Two groups submitted their group projects to the national organization, Lead4Change and they were awarded

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The projects focused on litter clean up and school safety.

The Lead4Change Student Leadership Program teaches students leadership lessons which include skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication and collaboration.

Students work to develop a service project that addresses a need in their community using these skills.

The Lead4Change Student Leadership Program is awarding $500 charitable grants based on the outstanding works of the following teams: • Logan-Hocking High School, “Team Awareness” FCCLA team, Logan, OH • RCHS, “Avengers” FCCLA team, Riverview, MI • RCHS, “The Unknowns” FCCLA team, Riverview, MI • Seaside High School, “Seaside FBLA – Global” team, Seaside, Oregon Plus 20 more from around the country!!

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Riverview Community Schools Elementary Home Learning ResourceS While Riverview Community Schools is closed following Governor Whitmer’s announcement, there are many opportunities for students to continue their learning at home. These resources are intended to help students maintain skills. Below, please find resources to support your child at home. These resources are NOT required for students and participation will not impact their grades. We appreciate your partnership and support during this time.

If possible, we encourage you to frequently check Schoology. Many of our amazing teachers are posting activities and are communicating additional resources through their course page.

The resources listed under each department are used frequently in school can be accessed through ClassLink. https://launchpad.classlink. com/riverview. Be aware that some of these links and apps may not open on all devices. You may have to try multiple devices.

Unless otherwise noted, the additional resources listed may require you to create an account.

If you are having issues logging in, please contact your building’s principal or secretary.

• Newsela (2-5) – Newsela is an education website focused on building student reading comprehension by providing high-quality new articles and real-time assessments for students. This site also includes content related to the curriculum being taught.

• Brain Pop/Brain Pop Jr – Brain Pop is an educational website with animated videos, quizzes, puzzles, and related material in a variety of subjects.

• Mystery Science (KDG-5) - offers open-and-go lessons that inspire kids to love science.

• Mystery Doug (KDG-5) - A starter list of K-5 science lessons that are easy to do at home.

• NBCLearn (KDG-5) - is the educational arm of NBC News dedicated to providing resources for students, teachers and lifelong learners.

• History of Kids (KDG-5) - You will find cool games, videos, worksheets on many historical events that will help you understand those that have gone before us.

• Seterra – Geography (KDG-5) - Test yourself on map place names and locations from both the past and present.

ELA

STEAM

n Frontier (4-5) - Frontier taps into student interests and experiences to build confident, engaged writers. n eSpark (KDG-3) - eSpark automatically differentiates for your K-5 students based on their current needs, giving them targeted instruction in reading and math. n Raz-Kids (KDG – 5) - Online guided reading program with interactive ebooks, downloadable books, and reading quizzes. n NewsELA (2-5) - Newsela is an education website focused on building student reading comprehension by providing high-quality new articles and real-time assessments for students. This site also includes content related to the curriculum being taught. n 40 Writing Prompts (2-5) - This collection of descriptive, narrative, expository, and persuasive prompts sparks students” imaginations, scaffolds the writing process, and gets them prepared for the writing tests. n StarFall (KDG-3) - At Starfall, children have fun while they learn specializing in reading, phonics & math - educational games, movies, books, and songs.

MATH

n Imagine Math (4-5) - Imagine Math is an adaptive math program providing instruction, practice and help from live teachers. n eSpark (2-5) - eSpark automatically differentiates for your K-5 students based on their current needs, giving them targeted instruction in reading and math. n Eureka Math (KDG-5) - also known as EngageNY — is a complete, PreK through 12 curriculum that carefully sequences the mathematical progressions into expertly crafted modules. Eureka Math provides educators with a comprehensive curriculum, in-depth professional development, books, and support materials. n Khan Academy (KDG-5) - is a comprehensive math resource with videos for teaching concepts. n XtraMath (KDG-5) - is a free program that helps students master addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts. n M-STEP Math Practice (3-5) -Sample items to familiarize students with math type problems.

SCIENCE/SOCIAL STUDIES

n Discovery Education Science Techbook (2-5) - Science Techbook is an award-winning digital curriculum that builds context and drives understanding of 21st Century skills while providing students with relevant career connections.

n The Daily STEM (KDG-5) - is a one page weekly “newspaper” to help inspire kids to engage with STEM in the real world. Each issue can be printed or shared digitally. Literacy & STEM...better together! n Typing.com (2-5) - to practice typing skills n REMC 21 Things 4 Kids (5) - activities to integrate technology into the middle school classroom curriculum. Build knowledge and learn new tech skills for the 21st century. Be safe and secure online! n Artforkidshub (KDG-5) - Great site featuring “how to draw” videos. n cassiestephens.blogspot.com (KDG-5) - Cassie is a Tennessee art teacher. Her blog has several videos for creating art projects. n Incredibleart.org (KDG-5) - Site featuring free art lessons, art news and art resources. n Kennedy-Center - mo-willems/ (KDG-5) - Mo Willems invites YOU into his studio every day for his LUNCH DOODLE. Grab some paper and pencils, pens, or crayons and join Mo to explore ways of writing and making together. n METKids (KDG-5) - Kid friendly interactive site to discover The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

Physical Education

n Go Noodle (KDG-5) - Brief bursts of physical exercise add classroom fun, build brainpower n Open PhyEd (KDG-5) - Welcome to the Active Home resource center Additional Resources n Scholastic Learn At Home (KDG-5) - Kids can do them on their own, with their families, or with their teachers. Just find your grade level and let the learning begin! n Arcademic Skill Builders (KDG-5) - is a great place to practice math games to sharpen skills and become more fluent. n Rosetta Stone – Spanish (KDG-5) - the best way to learn a foreign language

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Riverview Community Schools MIDDLE SCHOOL Learning Resources While Riverview Community Schools is closed following Governor Whitmer’s announcement, there are many opportunities for students to continue their learning at home. These resources are intended to help students maintain skills. Below, please find resources to support your child at home. These resources are NOT required for students and participation will not impact their grades. We appreciate your partnership and support during this time.

If possible, please encourage your child to frequently check Schoology. Many of our amazing teachers are posting activities and are communicating additional resources through their course page The resources listed under each department are used frequently in school can be accessed through ClassLink. https://launchpad.classlink. com/riverview Unless otherwise noted, the additional resources listed may require you to create an account If you are having issues logging in, please contact Lina Singleton lsingleton@riverviewschools.com.

ELA

n Frontier - Frontier taps into student interests and experiences to build confident, engaged writers. n Lexia PowerUp Literacy (Reading Strategy Students Only) - Lexia is designed to help readers in grades 6–12 become proficient readers and confident learners. n Khan Academy – reviews grammar skills, providing PSAT practice n BrainPop - reviews grammar skills, providing PSAT practice n Students are also encouraged to read 20 minutes a day (IR book or book from home)

MATH

n Imagine Math - Adaptive math program providing instruction, practice and help from live teachers n Big Ideas- Our online textbook. It has example videos, notes, practice problems and games to practice skills.

Science n Discovery Education Science Techbook - Science Techbook is an awardwinning digital curriculum that builds context and drives understanding of 21st Century skills while providing K-12 students with relevant career connections.

SOCIAL STUDIES

n Newsela - Newsela is an education website focused on building student reading comprehension by providing high-quality news articles and realtime assessments for students. n https://online.seterra.com/ Test yourself on map place names and locations from both the past and present.

WORLD LANGUAGE

n Duolingo - Duolingo is an online world language learning platform n Rosetta Stone - Rosetta Stone is an online world language learning platform

ART

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Her blog has several videos for creating art projects. n https://www.incredibleart.org/ Site featuring free art lessons, art news and art resources. n https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/mo-willems/ Mo Willems invites YOU into his studio every day for his LUNCH DOODLE. Grab some

paper and pencils, pens, or crayons and join Mo to explore ways of writing and making together. n https://www.metmuseum.org/art/online-features/metkids/ Kid friendly interactive site to discover The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

STEM

n Daily STEM Challenges posted on Schoology, or found here: https:// is.gd/dBI2Be n STEM Resources & Calendar for Middle Schoolers found here: https:// is.gd/yokydc n http://dailystem.com/news/ The Daily STEM is a one page weekly “newspaper” to help inspire kids to engage with STEM in the real world.

Each issue can be printed or shared digitally. Literacy & STEM...better together! n Typing.com https://www.typing.com/ (this is on ClassLink) to practice typing skills n REMC 21 Things https://www.remc.org/21Things4Students/ Welcome to FREE activities to integrate technology into the middle school classroom curriculum (grades 5-9). Build knowledge and learn new tech skills for the 21st century. Be safe and secure online!

SPECIAL EDUCATION

n MobyMax- MobyMax finds and fixes learning gaps with the power of personalized learning. MobyMax’s adaptive curriculum creates an individualized education plan for each student. (Accessible through ClassLink for eligible students) n Read 180- This is only available to students enrolled in the class.

COUNCELING DEPARTMENT

n Request courses for the 2020-2021 school year. High School course registration instructions can be found by doing the following: • www.riverviewschools.com • Click Riverview High School • Click the Counseling tab o Selections are on the right of the webpage n Xello (Career Pathways) - Educational Development Plans (EDPs) are plans created by all students about career goals and action plans for reaching their goals. EDPs help students think about long-term education and career plans before entering high school. By going through this process, students learn more about themselves, consider different options for their future, and develop a more specific path for preparing for their career choice. Students will use their student ID for Username and birthdate (mmddyyyy) for Password. Once into Xello students will need to complete the eight About Me inventories and then eight Lessons.

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Skills

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ELA

n Cartoons for the Classroom includes political cartoons and discussion questions that students could write about. n Collegeboard provides students PSAT/SAT resources with access to Khan Academy for personalized learning. n Coursera – (MOOC) Opensource Postsecondary Courses – Many free here. n Focus & Concentration – Crash Course Study Skills

MATH

n Albert has math practice and concept explanations per subject/grade level concepts. n Khan Academy is a comprehensive math resource with videos for teaching concepts. FAQ • Algebra I • Geometry • Algebra II • Precalculus/Trigonometry • AP Statistics n Mathopolis has math Games, Story Problem of the Day, and skills practice n https://www.mathhelp.com/ Skills Practice with videos and online test.

FAQ n College Board, PSAT/SAT & AP Resources with access to Khan Academy for personalized resources. FAQ n https://www.aplusclick.org/ Online practice. n http://www.mathtv.com/ Videos of teachers explaining math concepts and practice problems. FAQ n https://illuminations.nctm.org/Search.aspx?view=search&type=ac Online Interactives. Trouble Shooting n https://hippocampus.org/ Videos for upper el math standards by strands and concepts for all grade 8 - Calculus. Resource Support

SCIENCE

Physical Science • GeoPhysical Science - Bozeman Science • GeoPhysical Science - Khan Academy • GeoPhysical Science - PhET Activities and Simulations Biology • Biology - Bozeman Science • Biology - Khan Academy • Biology - PhET Activities and Simulations • Biology - iBiology content videos • Biology - AP Chemistry • Chemistry - Bozeman Science • Chemistry - Khan Academy • Chemistry - PhET Activities and Simulations • Chemistry - AP

Physics • Physics - Bozeman Science • Physics - Khan Academy • Physics - PhET Activities and Simulations M-STEP Practice Science Grade 11 • M-STEP Practice Grade 11 Science • M-STEP Practice Answer Explanations

SOCIAL STUDIES

US History • US History - Khan Academy • US History - AP World History • World History - Kahn Academy Government and Politics • US Government and Civics - Kahn Academy Economics • Micro • Macro

Newsela

n Newsela is focused on building student reading comprehension by providing high- quality news articles and real-time assessments for students.

SPANISH

• https://studyspanish.com/ • https://www.duolingo.com • https://quizlet.com • https://riverviewschools.rosettastoneclassroom.com/

FINE ARTS

n Art History - 12 museums are offering virtual tours online: • British Museum, London • Guggenheim Museum, New York • National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. • Musée d’Orsay, Paris • National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul • Pergamon Museum, Berlin • Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam • Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam • The J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles • Uffizi Gallery, Florence • MASP, São Paulo • National Museum of Anthropology, Mexico City • NYC’s Met Opera – Free Streaming here. Article about it here.

Physical Education

n Yoga for teens n Body Weight Workouts with no equipment needed n Fresh Air Time – Go for a jog outside

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This temporary flag/lawn sign display will consist of a minimum of one hundred American 3’ x 5’ flags atop 7 ft. poles and lawn signs in the area around the Reflection Pond at Sibley and Library Drive.

Flags and lawn signs will be on display beginning Thursday, May 21, and will continue to be on display until Sunday, May 31 until the closing at The Wall That Heals. Flags/lawn signs can be picked up at the Riverview City Hall beginning Monday, June 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please do not remove your flag/lawn sign from Young Patriots Park.

Flags/lawn signs can be left with the City of Riverview to be kept for display next year. The Memorial Day Committee will only guarantee a purchased flag/lawn sign for two years. A flag/lawn sign may be dis- played for more years if in good shape. To insure a flag/lawn sign is displayed in honor of your loved one, please purchase a flag/lawn sign for them every two years. Flags/lawn signs not left with the City will not be displayed the following year.

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from the library

The COVID-19 global pandemic has altered the way of life for people across the globe this spring. As part of Governor Whitmer’s executive orders, the Riverview Veterans Memorial Library was ordered closed until further notice.

Because of the uncertainty of when public libraries will be allowed to safely reopen, we have made the decision to cancel all events in April. This decision was made with an abundance of caution for our patrons, staff and our beloved community at large. We are hoping that in May our doors will be reopened and our dynamic services, resources and fun, educational events will be available to our community once again.

The book sale that was scheduled at the end of April will now take place during the City of Riverview’s Summerfest June 18, 19 & 20. Sale times will be provided in May. As we remain close, here are a few helpful reminders: Our dropbox will remain closed until the Executive Order has been lifted. All items checked out before our closure were updated with a June 1, 2020 due date to ensure no one would accrue fines or lost book fees. We will take care of any fines and fees when we reopen.

We are not accepting donations at this time. Please do not leave donations outside the Library or in the mailbox. The measure protects the health of our patrons and staff.

All donated items will be thrown away.

WiFi is available on the outside of our building. If you sit on your bike or in your car near the Library you will have access to our WiFi signal. A password is not required.

All library cards that were expiring this spring were updated for use until June 2020. This measure should guarantee access to the Overdrive database for eResources.

If you are having trouble with your library card or would like to register a new card please call 734-283-1250 or email RVML14300@gmail.com. We will respond to messages as soon as possible.

Visit our Facebook page and/or riverviewpubliclibrary.com for up-to-date information regarding the closure and for updated links to resources that may help inform and entertain you from home. eBooks, Overdrive & Libby This time of quarantine offers a great opportunity to give eBook reading a try!

The Library has thousands of books and audiobooks available for free through the Overdrive database.

These materials can be accessed 24/7 on your eReader or smart device. We recommend downloading the American Library Association’s free Libby app for quick and easy access to eResources. The app gives readers the ability to browse, download and read books on any smart device through this one-stop app.

If you have any questions, please call us at 734-283-1250 or email us at RVML14300@gmail.com. We will respond as soon as possible.

Census 2020 We would like to encourage all Riverview residents to take the time to fill out the 2020 Census. The few minutes it takes to fill out the Census helps: n local governments develop strong public improvement strategies. n bring aid to areas during natural disasters and critical events like the COVID-19 pandemic. Having an up-to-date map of the community helps first responders and local, state and federal governments work together to be prepared to assist those when it is needed most. n Create accurate historical records for future generations. n Provide public libraries with needed state and federal aid that assures their doors stay open.

You should have already received information for filling out your Census form. If you haven’t or would like to learn more about how your response impacts communities visit census.gov.

Looking ahead The Riverview Library is continuing to update our collection and finishing up plans for our “Imagine Your Story” themed summer reading program slated to start June 15, 2020. We are available for questions by calling 734-283-1250. If we aren’t there to answer your call, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we

can. You can also email us at rvml14300@gmail.com.

We are here to help assist you with your information needs as they arise.

Wishing you a safe, healthy time at home with your loved ones. We sincerely hope to see you soon and often! Happy reading!

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Downriver residents lend a hand in a time of crisis Shannon Rossi

Special to Grosse Ile Grand

One thing can be said, without a doubt, about the Downriver community, they step up to help when there is a need.

Cheryl Zemke of Riverview and Todd and Patti Duffett of Grosse Ile have been following the news about the problems hospitals and first responders have been having in getting adequate amounts of protective gear for treating patients that have been hospitalized due to complications from COVID-19.

Zemke is a fashion designer and owner of C. Creations Sewing and Design.

Todd Duffett, a sales engineer and a self-described 3D printing and electronics tinkerer.

Both Zemke and Duffett first learned about the desperate need for protective gear via sources in New York.

“I first heard about what was happening in New York,” Zwmke said. “People were talking about hospitals not having enough masks for staff.”

Duffett saw an article in a Syracuse, New York newspaper about a company in New York State, Budmen Industries, that was trying to unite those in the general public who enjoyed working with 3D printers.

The number of COVID-19 cases has steadily grown since the first two cases were announced by Governor Gretchen Whitmer on March 10. Wayne County has so far been hit the hardest with the largest number of cases in the state.

Lack of adequate protective gear for medical personnel on the front lines of this crisis also has been in the news.

“I immediately thought that making masks was something I could easily convert my business to,” Zemke said.

Zemke has completely converted her fashion design

business over to creating masks for healthcare workers.

The Duffetts had a similar idea.

“I have a 3D printer and I thought I could help in a similar way to what Budmen Industries in New York is doing, but with a focus on our local community needs,” Duffett said.

Duffett’s sister and niece created a Facebook page for their group, Operation Face Shield – Downriver.

Although people began talking about creating homemade masks and donating them to healthcare facilities, Zemke heard from several sources that doctors and nurses would not use these homemade masks.

But Zemke later saw a post on Facebook about nurses being able to accept masks.

She also made her own video tutorial, available to view by searching “Sewing a Deaconess Style Mask” on YouTube.

“The style I am doing is meant to go over the top of the N95 masks that health care workers use,” said Zemke.

“They are meant to lengthen and protect the life of the N95 masks, not replace them.

They’re also not intended for people to use when they go out.”

The masks use simple sewing supplies that are usually readily available at fabric and craft stores, including fabric, twist wire, and elastic.

“One of my clients has a

niece who is a nurse at U of M hospital. She said her niece would love to have a mask.”

Zemke committed to giving her a few masks for a 14 hour shift. She also inquired about making a few extra for the other nurses on this person’s floor.

“I didn’t know anything about the numbers of nurses on a single floor. And I found out that there are 250 nurses just on

this one person’s floor,” Zemke said.

At that point, she knew the need was dire.

“It hit me in the gut,” she said.

Zemke has gotten requests for masks from many healthcare facilities in the area.

Requests for Operation Face Shield – Downriver have come from individuals through word of mouth referrals.

“Many are for nurses or EMTs that are at smaller facilities that don’t have the resources,” Duffett said.

Zemke said: “It would be helpful if I had someone else

home to work with me. I can’t make as many on my own.”

She put out a call on Facebook March 27 for assistance with any step in the process of creating these face masks.

“I reached out to my sewing groups and others on Facebook,” she said. “Everyone has been so supportive in the community.”

Even if people don’t sew there are many ways that they’ve stepped up to help with this mission.

People have donated money for supplies, have offered to cut fabric or run out to get supplies and deliver them to sewers.

The masks are made with simple supplies and inexpensive supplies, like fabric, wire twist ties, and elastic, that can usually be purchased at fabric or craft stores.

A single 3D printed mask costs only $5.

The visor is printed on a 3D printer using a filament called PLA. According to Duffett, it is an easy to use material and one of the lower cost options available. The shield screen is made from clear plastic, and elastic and foam rubber strips for the headband.

“We have used mylar, vinyl and acetate sheets, whatever we can get our hands on that can be safely cleaned with bleach,” Duffett said.

“The clear plastic for the face covering is in short supply, as is elastic,” he said. “We have resorted to cutting girls’

headbands in half or using really long rubber bands as an alternative. Anything in a pinch.”

Downriver has come together to help provide for those working hard to save lives in this time of need.

As of March 31, Zemke had made 348 masks.

The Duffetts delivered or shipped 25 masks before running out of the clear plastic needed for the face covering.

“We keep printing and have materials on order thanks to several generous donations,” Duffett said.

“For years, I’ve known that sewers are the most compassionate and responsive people you will ever meet.

The sewers I know don’t hesitate to help out sewing gowns and caps for premature babies, pillowcases for Motts Children’s Hospital, blankets for the homeless,” Zemke said.

“The list goes on and on, but how they have responded during the COVID-19 crisis warms my heart. It really shows how much our community can and does come together.”

The Duffetts, too, want to emphasize the generosity of the community.

“I am amazed at the support we are getting,” Duffett said.

“The encouraging feedback helps at 4 a.m. when I can’t sleep and am running the 3D printer, listening to the news.”

To get involved in any part of the mask making process, visit the COVID Mask Crafters group on Facebook, Cheryl Zemke’s website CherylZemke. com, or via her email at czcreations@hotmail.com.

Information about getting involved with Operation Face Shield – Downriver is available on their Facebook page.

Budmen Industries also has all of the specifications for making a 3D printed face shield available on their website, Budmen.com.

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Ron Hinrichs SWCRC President

As we navigate through the current health and economic crisis, it is critical that we confront this challenge as a united region.

The Downriver Community Conference and Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber have adopted a joint resolution uniting our region as one voice, and addressing various needs of our community as we look toward economic recovery.

The resolution states our desire to address our region’s needs in the areas of 1) support for Downriver municipalities, 2) workforce development, and 3) support of local small businesses including providing more available access to Paycheck Protection Program funding for small businesses who hold their accounts with non-SBA approved lenders.

The SWCRC and the DCC have drafted and adopted the joint resolution, which has been sent to our partners including US Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow, and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell. The DCC, SWCRC, regional business community, and all DCC member municipalities are united as we tackle this crisis in partnership with our federal and state elected leaders. We thank our leaders for their efforts and are committed to our continued partnership as we work together to serve our region’s job providers, entrepreneurs and workforce.

Local businesses have been forced to close during

this time and they need our help.

In addition to the resolution’s addressing the need for proper emergency funding for our region’s municipalities, there is a critical need for our community to support our Downriver businesses as we look toward revitalizing our economy while protecting the health and well-being of our citizens.

Now more than ever, it is vital that we support our Downriver and southern Wayne County job providers, entrepreneurs and workforce.

Even during the Stay Home order, there are ways to support our businesses online and by also providing encouragement and promotion on social media.

Imaging and messaging is very important for the uplifting of our region, and for this our communities are looking to its leaders.

As a part of this joint resolution, the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber and the Downriver Community Conference will be asking our communities to participate in a campaign to support our local businesses during the current stay home order, and at the right time reopen and boost our local economy in a responsible, safe and effective way.

More information and social media graphics for the #SupportDownriver campaign to encourage our residents to support local enterprise can be found at SWCRC.com/supportdownriver.

Further, we ask our members to support your fellow businesses. The Chamber’s membership directory

with contact information and social media links can be found on SWCRC.com.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has provided new guidance in regards to the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) due to very high demand on this program. The federal loan programs, many of which include forgivable portions, and loans and grants being administered by all levels of government are critical for our Downriver job providers and entrepreneurs during these uncertain times.

The SBA has issued updated guidance that it will provide initial EIDL loan disbursements at a reduced amount of up to $15,000 per borrower. The reduction in disbursements is resulting from the high demand and limited funding available. There are also new guidelines and limitations on the cash advance portion of this program of up to $10,000. It is critical for our business community that this program receives additional funding. The SWCRC has reached out to our partners in Congress to ask for their support.

Our region’s small businesses need immediate access to capital to ensure their businesses remain operational.

Thank you for your tremendous leadership and partnership, and let’s work together to support Downriver and southern Wayne County in a dynamic way! View the joint resolution: https://conta. cc/34xtYCh

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