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www.hometownlife.com 2 teens are s in Cooper School fire Westiand police turned the two 14-year-old The fire destroyed four classrooms and caused but they remained at the school for 12 hours BY DARRELL CLEM boys over to juvenile authorities on Tuesday, after areas of the roof to collapse inside the school, while they extinguished "hot spots" and allowed a STAFF WRITER they confessed while being questioned at Livonia which was fenced off and closed in 1991 after offi­ company to secure the building. Franklin High School, police Lt. James Ridener cials learned it was built on a contaminated land­ The former school contained certain items, Two Westiand teenagers are facing charges in said. fill. such as wooden desks and paper products, that Wayne County juvenile court after authorities The teens will likely face charges of arson and Firefighters from all five Westiand fire stations only fueled the flames, authorities said. said they admitted setting fire Sunday to the old; breaking and entering, amid accusations they set battled the flames.. The exterior, made of concrete block, was still Cooper School, on Ann Arbor Trail east of two fires inside Cooper School about 3 a.m. They doused the main fires within 30 minutes Middlebelt. Sunday, Ridener said. of arriving, Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Riley said, PLEASE SEE FIRE, A6 On the grow Council OKs plans for 5 new businesses

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An after-hours pizzeria, an autoworker union hall, a Chinese restaurant, a transmission shop and a new auto parte store will become the latest businesses to help boost Westland's economic climate. All five businesses received support Monday from Westiand City Council members who have said they are intent on bringing new jobs to Westiand. The latest developments came just five days after Mayor Sandra Cicirelli, during her State of the City address, said Westiand has a thriving business climate despite tough eco­ nomic times. Under the latest votes: Si Uno Chicago Grill will be allowed to serve pizza after bars close when the company opens a new restaurant on Wayne Road, on the east end of Westiand Shopping Center. The restaurant will hire nearly 140 workers before its pro­ jected opening in mid-August, company spokesman Roy Moore said. City leaders said the restaurant, even with an outdoor patio, will not become a nuisance because it is far removed from residential neighborhoods. John Glenn High School seniors Katie Flacks as Mickey, Alexis Bland as Annie Golden and Rachel Smith as Shelley rehearse "Be My Baby," one of 23 hit M United Auto Workers Local 163, which represents 3,600 songs from the 1960s in the Theatrical Guild's weekend presentation of Leader of the Pack. For more on the production, see Page A3. workers and 2,500 retirees, will move into a former night­ club on Merriman Road south of Cherry Hill, near the city golf course. Local 163 President Larry Long said the union is leaving Detroit after 62 years because it has outgrown its current hall, on Plymouth Road between Outer Drive and Telegraph. Union Vice President Ron Heard estimated that Wayne man gets probation in Pau the Westiand hall will open by September, possibly by Labor Day. Councilman William Wild said the union hall "will be BY DARRELL CLEM Authorities had said all along that Police dug up Paul's body last July after perfect for that site." STAFF WRITER Nickerson could receive a lenient sentence in receiving a tip from a still-unnamed inform­ • Union members and neighbors who have a craving for return for testifying against Oehler, 44, who ant. Chinese food won't have far to go. A new restaurant, China Rather than going to prison, a Wayne man shot and killed William David Paul, 24, of In the end, Nickerson never took the wit­ 88, will open soon in a shopping center on the southwest cor­ will serve a probationary sentence for helping Garden City. ness stand because Oehler pleaded guilty in ner of Merriman and Cherry Hill roads. confessed murderer James Oehler dig a grave Nickerson was at Oehler s house on March to second-degree murder and felony • On the city's west side, CTS Transmission Shop received in his Westiand yard and bury a Garden City Hiveley, near Cherry Hill and Carlson, when firearm charges. Oehler admitted his guilt in a special land use approval Monday for a business northwest man. Paul was shot to death in April 1997- He has return for a sentence of 23-40 years in of Ford and Hix roads. William Jay Nickerson, 59, who pleaded told authorities that Oehler and Paul - prison. • Murray's Discount Auto Parts Store, which opened 25 guilty to being an accessory after the fact to described by police as partners in a marijua­ He could have faced a mandatory life-in- years ago on Wayne Road north of Ford, will move out of its murder, was sentenced Friday to a three-year na-growing operation - had argued before prison sentence, if he had gone to trial and leased facility after the company builds a new store across probationary term by Wayne County Circuit the shooting. been convicted on an original charge of first- the street. Murray's representatives said they couldn't reach a Judge Annette Berry. Nickerson could have been a key witness in degree murder. new lease agreement with their landlord. Therefore, the Nickerson, who turned himself over to Oehler's trial, although Westiand police also Oehler apologized to Paul's family during company will build its own 10,000-square-foot business and police in August, received probation because had a confession by Oehler that he kiled Paul , hisMarch 23 sentencing by Judge Berry. move its employees to the west side of Wayne Road, where of an agreement reached between prosecut­ and kept him buried in his back yard for Oehler called the shooting "a tragic mistake" two houses have been torn down. Company officials hope to ing and defense attorneys. seven years. and said, "I loved Billy like a brother." open the new store later this year. ,--

. i * Fourth-grader * Jordon Buford Disabled kids get into swing of things (left) and second: grader Erinne BY JULIE BROWN Susan Kelty. "For these children, it's huge. Rotary^ District 6400, which includes Williams (right) STAFF WRITER The'children are children first." Westiand, received $25,000 from the help Westiand The two are in riiotorized chairs and international organization, with up to Rotary President Handicapped youngsters in the Wayne- previously couldn't do much playing on $1,000 available in matching funds for the Margaret Harlow Westland schools have a friend in the playground. club. and Wayne,- Westiand Rotary. The ribbon cutting for the Madison Harlow had talked to Ed Turner, who Westland School The Rotarians have donated swings spe­ swing was last Thursday, with club presi­ serves on the Wayne-Westland Board of Superintend ? cially designed for use by disabled children dent Margaret Harlow and Kelty among Education. She then called Kelty and GregfBara'c^cw* to Madison and Edison elementaries. those present. The wheelchair rolls onto wrote a proposal for the swings. - the ribbon for a "I think that it means a lot to the two the swing platform. "Sue tells me the kids are just beside new platform children in our building who are wheel­ "And then they can swing like the rest of swing at Madison chair-bound," said Madison Principal the children," Harlow said. 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But since in March as a partnership January, she's been adding between owner John Lozon much less to it. That's when and stylists Jill Lozon, Toni she joined Western Wayne Anderle and Nikki Harris - come. Hours are 9 a.m. to 8 Freecycle. who worked together at anoth­ p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 Freecycle is made up of more er salon before joining forces at a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. than a million people around Hair Express. Hair Express is located at the world who give each other The salon offers haircuts, 1163 South Wayne Road, items that they can no longer color, highlights and eyebrow across from Town and Country use. Every day, the western waxing. Prices range from $8 Bowling. Call (734) 595-0058 Wayne group posts on an for eyebrow waxing to $10.99 for more information. Internet user board items such for a cut. Highlights start at as clothing, appliances, books, $50. Stephanie Angelyn Casola writes furniture - those things that "We offer monthly specials," about new and changing businesses people no longer can use but said Lozon, who has 19 years of for the Observers Eccentric just have too much life in them experience in the business. Newspapers. E-mail tips on your new, to throw away. Currently customers can take favorite Wayne County shop to scaso- "It made no sense to me that advantage of $5 off women's [email protected] or call (734) people spend so much money haircuts. Walk-ins are wel­ 953-2054. on stuff, and at the same time they keep throwing things into , TOMHAWLE . 'HER the dump," Walker said. Colette Maher of Livonia, Bridget Jarvis of Westland and Amy Gridley of Canton are all coordinators for Western Wayne That's why the group was Freecycle, an Internet recycling group with more than 2,600 members. formed by just 30 people in Council OKs request Arizona, just about two years neat," she said. CLEANING UP that the dress required only a ago on May 1,2003. There are But she's also given away few alterations and that she now more than one million unlikely treasures like mis­ Mary Weishaar-Wall of would treasure it forever. Even members in 60 countries. matched socks, to one Canton joined for the usual if it is the last thing we success­ for tax abatement Just about a year ago, on Freecycle member who takes reason - to help neighbors find fully Freecycle, it was a May 19, 2004, Westland resi­ them to make catnip toys. things they need, and to clear tremendous experience to give BY DARRELL CLEM dent Bridget Jarvis helped "I rescued two projectors out the basement. away something so personal to STAFF WRITER The council's decision will form the western Wayne from the Dumpster here, and "To dust off that box in the someone we felt appreciated group. The western Wayne gave them to a guy who had corner of the basement, wait­ maybe even more than we In hopes of protecting jobs, allow Plastipak to install a group now has nearly 2,900 just started to go through his ing for the yard sale that never did." Westland city leaders decided members, and in the past grandparents' reel-to-reel materialized, and hand it to a . Redford resident Tina Monday to give a partial tax new production line and seven days has generated some films. He wrote and said how it smiling person is just terrific," England found something even break to a local plastics compa­ 360 messages about things to was so great that he could she said. "You win two ways - better on Freecycle - she found ny that employs 251 workers. avoid paying $870,000 in new give away, things that people finally see his grandparents in less clutter in your own home, the latest addition to her fami­ Westland City Council mem­ need, and things that have their home movies," said happy neighbor." ly, a 2-year-old German short- bers gave sweeping support for taxes. found new homes. Canton resident Amy Gridley, Her favorite experience by haired pointer named Carry. a tax abatement plan that will She was introduced to who volunteers on the far, though, was giving away The family who offered her spur an $11 million project at Freecycle by her mother, and Freecycle board. her wedding dress. was picky, as they should be, Plastipak Packaging Inc., on her very first experience with it The volunteers help screen "It was never going to be England said. John Hix near Ford. was when she was able to go new members and screen posts worn again, being several sizes They exchanged e-mail and "Citizens tell us to be smart William Wild said. "Now, we're > dig up hundreds of dollars for appropriateness (all items too small, and my sons weren't phone calls, and when England and stay competitive," looking at protecting the jobs worth of perennials from a must be legal, totally free with going to want it when they finally met Carry, it was love at Councilman Michael Kehrer we do have." , • freecycler's yard and plant no strings attached and must were older. What to do with first sight. said. "I think that's what we're Plastipak —the city's eighth \ them in her own. be appropriate for all ages). it?" Weishaar-Wall said. "We "A day later they brought her doing." largest taxpayer - opened its "That's what really got me Colette Maher of Livonia weren't going to give it to a to our home to introduce her The council's decision will Westland plant in 1933. The ; into the idea of Freecycle," joined last summer, not so charity or sell it at a yard sale. to our 13-year-old yellow lab, allow Plastipak to install a new new tax abatement will be the \ Jarvis said. much to clear out her base­ It had too much personal Jack. They got along great," production line and avoid pay­ company's fifth since then. ; ment and garage, but to keep meaning." England said. "It for us was a ing $870,000 in new taxes Plastipak senior tax manager •• GIVING AWAY usable items out of landfills. In She considered donating it perfect fit. We love her so during the next 12 years. Thomas Mellnick Jr. has pre­ Since then Jarvis, like most all, it's estimated that Freecycle to a theater group, but then much! My husband and I have During the same period, the dicted that 10-15 new jobs will "( freecyclers, has given away far keeps some 50 tons per day out joined Freecycle. One of the said it's like she's always been company still will pay nearly be created with the new pro­ more than she's received, but of landfills. people who replied was a man here." $1.1 million in new taxes on the duction line, which could be that's the whole point of mem­ "I did it more for the Earth looking for a dress for his If there is a downside to machinery it plans to install. started by summer's end. \ bership, she said. than anything else. I would fiancee. Weishaar-Wall Freecycle, it's that the group Councilman Richard Mayor Sandra Cicirelli had "The coolest thing I was able drive down the street and see responded to him, and after a has grown so fast that some­ LeBlanc favored the plan partly urged the council to approve j to freecycle was when I gave so much stuff on the curb. I brief volley of e-mails, he took times it's hard to be a receiver, because it will bring in more the tax abatement, and some away a dog cage to a dad who thought somewhere, someone the dress. Walker said. than $1 million in tax revenues, citizens also sided with finally relented and let his kid must be able to use it," she "She loved the dress "she "You can give stuff away real­ even with the tax break. Plastipak. j have a dog. That was pretty said. . said. "(She) e-mailed to>say ly easy, but getting stuff is pret­ Moreover, he said other com­ Longtime resident Connie ty hard," she said. "Sometimes I munities had offered a tax Hierta, speaking during ! think you better have the best abatement in hopes of luring Monday's council meeting, story out there. People are Plastipak away from Westland. implored city leaders to sup­ bombarded with these sob sto­ City officials halted tax port the tax break to protect ries. And the one with the sad­ abatements in 1993, but they jobs. ; dest story is the person who have switched positions amid "I think it would be short­ gets the stuff." hopes of protecting local man­ sighted not to approve this ; For more information on ufacturing jobs. request," she said. Look who's taking you joining Freecycle, visit online Many jobs already have left to the Max. at www.freecycle.org Michigan, Councilman [email protected] I {734) 953-2110 '

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Seniors Grant celebration MacDonald as Jeff Barry and Rachel Smith as dlehri fhespians showcase talent Shelley dance together to "Da Doo Run Run" in in 'Leader of Pack' the show. BY SUE MASON interest, Jeff Barry. Also starring in : TAFF WRITER the show are Karlye Walker as singer Darlene Love and Bland as Annie CAST AND CREW MAKE Arejyou a fan of '60s music? Do Golden, a singer and friend of fyou kijiow all the words to hits like Greenwich. the Dixie Cups' Chapel of Love, the For the directors, the production 'LEADER'A SUCCESS Ronettes' Be My Baby and the has provided a few challenges, Behind every successful production is Crystals'Da Boo Ron Ron? Can you specifically costuming, Grove said. a dedicated cast and crew, and this year's can make the perfect motorcycle Lining up '60s style clothing has spring musical at John Glenn High sound for the Shangri-Las' Leader of been an "up-to-moment battle," with School, is no exception. the Pack? students borrowing and buying Joining directors Sheri Grove, Belinda If you answered yes, then you want whatever they could." Walakonis-Semak and Nina Tetrault to be^ at John Glenn High School this "Some of the kids went to resale behind the scenes are assistant directors weekend to catch the John Glenn shops," added Walakonis-Semak. Alexis Bland, Katie Flacks and Rachel Theatrical Guild's presentation of the "People have donated clothes to Smith. The vocal director is Nina musical, Leader of the Pack, a musi­ Sheri over the years, so we rum­ Garcia, with Dan Fowler and Jason cal tribute torthe writing genius of maged through her collection for Rousse as technical directors, Anna ' Ellie Greenwich. pieces." Clark as stage manager and Shannon The pfayis directed by Glenn But the "biggest struggle outside of Krushlin and Anthony Reaume assistant drama teacher Sheri Grove, Belinda the cost" has been time. They've had stage managers. Walakonis-Semak and Nina Tetrault. 25 days to learn 23 songs, their lines The crew includes Nicole Burns, ~" Leader of the Pack, which gets its and the dance routines. Ashley Dobos, Sarah Drum, Ashley name from tiie Greenwich song, is a "We (iidn't begin incorporating the Fowler, Jackie Grant, Dayna Krushlin, musical retrospective of the life and acting into the show until last week," Breanna Luckett, Hayley Orzech, times of Greenwich whose doo-wop said Grove. "Up until then, they were Lauren Orzech, Sonal Patel, Sarah sounds rocketed.groups like the stuck on choreography and music," Pruett, Brett Prokopchak, Kimberly Shangri-Las and Ronettes to the top The students have had input into Raley, Zack Rogers and Tess Wilmoth. of the record charts in the 1960s. the production, helping with things In the footlights are Karlye Walker as The play traces her rise to fame and like the choreography. Darlene Love, Alexis Bland as Annie her marriage to songwriter Jeff Barry In addition to playing Greenwich, Golden, Maggie Phillips as Ellie whileTshowcasing 23 of her songs. Phillips also is the student choreog­ PHOTOS BY TOM HAWLEY STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Greenwich, Lauren Perry as Ellie's mom "I usually do the selection, but this rapher. Maggie Phillips who plays songwriter Ellie Greenwich, performs "Doo Run Run," a Rosie, Rachel Smith as Shelley, Katie show, but I turned over to my stu­ "I definitely needed to do some Greenwich song that was made a hit by the Crystals. Flacks as Mickey, Grant MacDonald as dents so they would have the oppor­ research and it was hard because I Jeff Barry, Jaret Bozigian as Gus tunity to showcase their skills," said didn't know the music," said Phillips. break to prepare." to help" said Grove. Sharkey, Ryan Downs as Peter, Tina Grove. "The bulk of the cast is sen­ "My mom, Miss Grove and Miss And behind the scenes, the Drama Evans as the waitress, Amber Webster as iors and I wanteclthemto showcase Wala helped me with that." Mamas and Papas, not to be con­ Leader of the Pack wiil be presented at 7 Pattie the lounge singer, Derek Sample their abilities of singing, dancing and Grove said she will be happy with fused with the legendary rock group, p.m. tonight, Friday and Saturday in the audi­ and Jessica Syria as Keith and Shirley, acting. the final results/knowing that her have helped with everything from torium of John Glenn High School, 36105 the dance couple, Alison Closser as "We spent the past few years devel­ students have given 110 percent. sewing to backstage changes to Marquette, Westland. Tickets are $7 for stu­ Gina, Curtis Sieckowski as Joe, Sean oping their skills in dancing and act­ "They've gone above and beyond to donating food. dents and $10 for adults and are available at Barone as Chris and the dance company ing and I wanted to showcase that." take ownership of the play and its "I didn't think they'd like having the door. of Sieckowski, Barone, Ashley Johnson, Maggie Phillips plays Ellie while outcome," she said. They've asked for parents backstage, but they're back Salina Delarosa, Amber Fernitz, Grant Macdonald plays her love extra rehearsals, even over the Easter there asking if we have more moms ' [email protected] | (734) 953-2112 Danielle Gibson and Kristin Queen.

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The Wayne County department. . nance into a regulation meant Most importantly, Sullivan "He will have a new per­ Commission passed a smoking Sharon Banks, spokes­ that it could be more quickly said, is that most businesses, |e world's 1.1 billion spective," he said, "He's now regulation that some critics say woman for Wayne County implemented, Beard said- seem to have a smoking policy Catholics celebrate the elec­ more a pastor and more aware will be too difficult to enforce, Executive Robert Picano, said Most of the comments Beard already- tion of the first pope of the of the needs of the church allows for too many exceptions no additional health depart­ has received from constituents Not all commissioners sup­ third millennium, area reli­ around the world. His per­ and doesn't provide for union; ment staff will be "hired, have been positive. ported the measure. Laura • gious leaders believe the man spective won't just be doc­ exceptions. . "I haven't heard other than a; Cox, whose 10th district - _ who was the Vatican's doctri­ trine, he will have to think of Wayne County passed a . REGULATION VOLUNTARY few people say anything nega- . includes Northville,'Northville nal watchdog will be a much the needs of people around workplace smoking ban in Instead, the county will edu­ tive about it," she said. "An Township; Plymouth, different person in his new the world.'' March that covers all employ^' cate businesses about how to awful lot of people were, ' . Plymouth Township and a por­ capacity as the Bishop of Rabbi Charles Rosenzveig ers with at least one employee. properly designate smoking pleased about it." tion of Livpnia, cited a number Rome. . of the Holocaust Memorial Exceptions are bars, restau­ rooms and how employees can Ficano said his. main objec­ of concerns with the regula­ On Tuesday, the Vatican's Center in Farmington Hills rants, bingo halls, tobacco spe­ be encouraged to quit smok- .' tions with the original ordi­ tion. ' ' ' • College of Cardinals elected said the former Cardinal cialty stores, casinos, race­ ing. nance were in giving "police For one, an informal study German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger might have been a tracks and the city of Detroit. "(The smoking regulation) is powers" to people running by a chamber of commerce in Ratzinger to be named the doctrinal hardliner, but Pope The voluntary regulation voluntary and;b,ased.on com­ businesses. The regulation, her district showed that about 265th pope, now known as Benedict XVI could be a very allows employers to maintain plaints received from the " > however, is not without its : SO percent of businesses Pope Benedict XVI. different person. designated smoking rooms, as workplace," Banks, said. potential problems. already have smoking restric­ Archdiocese of Detroit "He may have been conser­ long as non-smoking employ­ The United Auto Workers, "Overall, the basic situation tions in place. 'Moderator for the Curia vative as a cardinal but as the ees do not have to enter the which represents 1.2 million is that (the smoking regula­ Secondly, there are too many Monsignor John Zenz pope he has to deal with the room to access other work­ active and retired workers tion) does not apply to the city exceptions. -described the incoming pon­ fact that every word he says place amenities. nationally and 107,000 in of Detroit," Ficano said. "That's "A large portion of the coun­ tiff as^an intellectual giant and will have international impli­ Wayne County's Clean Wayne County,-supports the a pretty big hole in the dough­ ty is not even included in the one of the last living connec­ cations," Rosenzveig said. "It's Indoor Air Regulation smok­ ban. nut." regulation," Cox said. tions to the Vatican II council. very possible he might turn ing ban is to take effect June , "The UAW's position is that A statewide regulation * •"Government is picking and "He has always been a bril­ out to be more liberal than we 15, but employers must provide we are in support of the con­ would make more sense than a choosing who they're going to • liant intellectual, probably the know from his record." employees with no-smoking cept of the smoking ban* if it.is _ countywide regulation with regulate. (Smoking) really and best theologian in depth and He said the new pope is policies by May 25 — three done in a way to respect collecT separate rules between two triily is a health issue. breadth in the church," he undoubtedly aware of the weeks before the ban takes tive bargaining agreements," • segments of the population, he (Restrictions) should be done Vsaid. "He was a.periti,an beliefs of his parishioners effect. said Roger Kerson, TJAW added, statewide — they should not be "expert adviser to the cardinals around the world and that This means that "no smok­ spokesman. • About35,000-40,000 peo-. ' done county by county. It caus­ at Vatican H. He was 35 at the changes will need to be made ing" signs* must be posted in 'We think it is a sound con­ pie in the United States die es confusion." time." to accommodate the modern conspicuous areas and ashtrays cept," he added. annually from illnesses related Enforcement of the regula­ He said Benedict XVI age. The first year might be and other smoking'parapher- The TJAW has jiot yet to breathing secondhand - tion may^be too difficult, she - would, most likely reaffirm the uneventful, but he said after­ nalia need to be removed. reviewed the regulation's lan- smoke, according to the added. teachings of John Paul II and ward there might be changes Smokers will also be prohibit­ American Cancer Society. In Smoking has become an his selection by the cardinals °, - coming from Rome. ed from srn'oking within six Washtenaw County adopted addition, more than 60 com­ incendiary issue, with, some feet of building entrances, win­ pounds in secondhand tobacco /was an indication of their As to the new pope's history a smoklngban in 2002; - employers, including Weyco desire for continuity in leader­ as a boy soldier in WWII and dows and ventilation systems. Ingham and Genesee counties . smoke are known or are sus­ Inc. in Okemos, ordering its ship. Like his predecessor, the '' as a member of the Hitler The Wayne County Health also have smoking bans, Which pected to; cause cancer. employees to quit smoking at new pope understands the Youth, the rabbi said that Department will be responsi­ the respective' automotive work and at home — or be _ importance of every word he story mixes interestingly with ble for enforcement. Because plants have reportedly upheld; fired. says and writes. his accredited instrumental the regulation is voluntary, County Commissioner Kay County Commissioner John State Sen. Virg Bernero CD- "He is a teacher and a role in John Paul II's push to individuals or businesses must Beard favored the smoking ban Sullivan said he received 1,000 Lansing) introduced a bill this writer," Zenz said. "He will be repair relations with the initiate action. A couple of though, as a former smoker, e-mails from constituents on* week that will, if passed, ban . careful in how he nuances Jewish faithful. ways businesses can do this are. she realizes how. tough it is to the subject — with only three, this practice. The Employee things. His words will be care­ He hopes the contrast will by requesting smoking rooms quit. She noticed that quitting . of those being against the ban. Privacy Protection Act targets fully chosen and sentences not be lost on the new pope. be inspected'to ensure proper •smoking caused'the birth rates. This weighed heavily on his companies that attempt to reg­ carefully sculpted." "I hope he realizes that he's ventilation and by lodging of three of her five children to decision to vote in favor of the ulate legal activities during . For all the desire for conti­ been in b. group that has . complaints about smoking be about two pounds heavier regulation, he said. * non-working hours. t nuity, he said the new pope stooped to the lowest poten­ scofflaws. than with her first- and.sec- • Sullivan said he replied to all "A vast majority of employers can't be the same person he tial in the human character," Fines for non-compliance by ond-horn children: three of those e-mails.person-' respect their employees' priva­ was as the dean of the college Rosenzveig said, "and now'he individuals will range from "Th^s really is a health prob­ ally, mostly allaying concerns cy," said Randy Hannan, of cardinals and the dogged is in the most lofjy position.'' - $100 for first offenses to $500 lem," she said, referring to the from smokers who feared they Bernero's chief of staff. "But for second and subsequent hazards of secondhand smoke. wouldn't be allowed^to smoke,. some want to push that too offenses. Originally, the county's • "People still have, the- right to far." • ." '. Complaints from employees smoking ban was in the form smoke — you can smoke all . . NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION TUESDAY, MAY 3,2005 SCHOOL DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF GARDEN CITY. Madison parent Suzanne • said of the second-grader. ' Harlow appreciates the com­ COUNTY OF WAYNE, MICHIGAN Williams of Westlahd, whose "I just felt very, very grate­ munity's support of such FROM PAGE AT daughter Erinne, almost 8. has ful," she added. Rotary activities as the Easter spinal muscular atrophy and ' The family lives near school, flower sale, golf outing, toy . TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SAID SCHOOL DISTRICT: uses a wheelchair, is excited. so Erinne will get plenty of use •shows and annual dinner- /.' NOTICE IS HEREBY~GlVtfN that the annual election themselves with excitement," "I-was flabbergasted," of the'swing. dance auction. That support >£ill be held in the School District of the City of Garden City, Harlow said.-Madison hosted Williams said.'"I had no "idea "1 never gave much thought makes the swing project and . •County of Wayne, Michigan, on Tuesday, May 3, 2005, between the the Rotarians for lunch, and they were working- on this.". . to these handicapped children others possible, she added. hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p,m. Eastern Daylight Time. then the ribbon cutting was Erinne's thrilled to be able to not being able to participate in Kelty appreciates Rotary^ held. swing like other kids, her mom recess," Harlow said. "It makes help and said working together At the annual election there will be elected two (2) •me feel.good to be able to do. members of the Board of Education of the School District for four- ean make life better for chil- . "something like that." dren. year terms, beginning July 1,2005 and expiring June 30, 2009. The GARDEN CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS candidates for said office to the Board of Education are as follows: The swings can be moved to , "It is not difficult to make ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS other district schools as the things happen for kids," Kelty TWO (2) FOUR YEAR TERMS Garden. City. Public Schools is seeking bids for the re-searning need arises. said. ' . • {two shall be elected) the roof of Burger School located at'30922 Beechwood, Garden City, MI 48135. Approximately 13,000 lineal feet of Versico David Stapleton EPDM is. scheduled this-summer for repair. Bids are due May John Thackaberry . 4th at 2:00 pm at Garden City Public Schools* Administration Wing, 1851 Radcliff, Garden City, MI 48135. Please contact Gary Marchel at 734-762-6323 for bid specifications.' Each person voting on the above must be: CITY OF GARDEN CITY 1 y(a) A citizen of the United States of America over eighteen All bidders must provide familial disclosure in compliance with (18) years of age. MCL 380.1267 and attach this information to the.bid proposal. The- / (b) A registered elector of the City or Township in which he bid proposal will be accompanied by a sworn and notarized Street Sweeping will begin in Section 1 and Section 2 on Monday" or she resides. statement disclosing any familial relationship ,that exists between April 18,-2005..This will affect-the streets with curb.and gutters- the owner or any employee of the bidder and any member, of \he only. Section 1-,-Ford to Warren and-Venoy to Merriman., Section 2,' Ford to Warren and Merriman to.Middlebelt $."•'. " • The places of voting for the annual School Election to be held on Garden City Schools Board ;or the. Garden City Schools May 3, 2005; will.be as follows: Superintendent. The District, will not'accept'a bid proposal that Publish: April 17 and 21,2005 • ' - . "•'"' does not„include this sworn and'notarized disclosure statement. .- OE0S31S224 Precinct 1 Farmington School Publish; April 21,2005 . / 33411 Marquette OE03317SS2 Precinct 2 Memorial School . 3000LMarquette - BARNETT Precinct 3 Lathers School ff"»»KOOfiSS &sd SIQJUIB.JLQC« •"*•"" GARDEN CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 28351 Marquette RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL Precinct 4 Lathers School ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS' 28351 Marquette Certainteed Select Shingle Roofer ,V Garden City Public Schools is seeking bids for the demolition of Duro-Last Eiite Roofer Award Winner . . Precinct 5 Memorial School the existing bleacher systems and press box at Garden'City 30001 Marquette . Middle School, 1851 Radcliff, parden City, MI 4813£. Bids are Professional Roofer Advisory Council due May 4th at 2:00 pm -at Garden City Public' Schools,. 'Family Owned and Operated for Over 40 Years Precinct 6 Garden City Middle School • Administration'Wing, 1851 Radcliff, Garden City, |Mr.48135. 1851 Radcliff Please, contact Gary Marqhel at 734-762-6S2| for . bid 41700 Michigan Ave. •Canton • 734-397-8122 specifications. - '' . ' :! • Precinct 7 Maplewood Center All bidders mist provideifamilial disclosure in. compliance with 31735 Maplewood MCL 880.1267'and attach this information to .the bid pilbposal The bid proposal 'Will be accompanied by a sworn and notarized Precinct 8 Henry Ruff School statement disclosing any familial relationship- that exists between SPRING STORAGE SALE 30300 Maplewood the owner or any employee of the bidder and any meihber of the Garden City Schools Board or the Garden City Schools Precinct 9 Civic Center Superintendent. The District will not accept a bid proposal .that 6000 Middlebelt does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement. SECOND MONTH

Precinct 10 Douglas School Publish:April21,2005 . • ' ' !• 1851 Radcliff OE0831 7224 All polling places are handicapper accessible. If you anticipate difficulties at your normal polling place please phone the City Clerk's Office to arrange an alternate location. Absentee Ballots for this Election are available at City Hall, 6000 Middlebelt, through 4:00 T* P.M., Monday, May 2,2005, to anyone who meets one of the following Don't miss out - call now! requirements; Electors age 60 or older; Electors who expect to be ! NOTICE OF absent from Garden City the entire time the.polls are open oh PUBtIC ACCURACY TEST • Fenced, lighted, 24-hour video surveillance Election Day; Electors who are physically unable to attend the polls without the assistance of another; Electors who cannot attend the Ptawp ftf • tflHrbramff For home or business * Computer-controlled, 7-day access polls due to tenets of their religion; or Electors who ar£ confined to A public accuracy test wi}l be conducted at the time and location jail awaiting arraignment or trial. Furthermore, anjy voter who listed, for the purpose of testink the accuracy of the tabulating www.ToriKnoxmi.com requires assistance to vote by reason of blindness, disability, or equipment and programs] which will-be used to tabulate voted inability to read or write may be given assistance by a person of the ballots for the School and Special Local Election to be held on •voter's choice, other than the voter's employer or agent of that Tuesday, May 3, 2005 in Garden C ity, Wayne County, Michigan. (734) 747-9060 employer or officer or agent of the voter's union. i [Location: Civic Center (City Ha|l) 39205 ford Road 3870 Jackson Road In addition to our regular hours, the City Clerk's Office will be open 6000 Middlebelt just east of 1-275 1 mile west of 1-94, exit 172 on Saturday, April 30, 2005 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m| for the sole Garden City, Michigan 48135 purpose of absentee voting. Date: April 27, 2005 Westland Ann Arbor Wednesday THE GOLD STANDARD IN SELF-STORAGE Roy Watts Time: 10:00 a.m. Secretary, Board of Education School District of the City of Garden City Contaet: Allyson M. Bettis City Clerk r 734-793-162XL Publish: April 21,2005 and April 24,2005 eaisiswso Publish: April 21 and J.4,3BQ5_. 11 ' "

.- *L K4t i Lt. t ±?' *,.- •"a#»|T*»B#''c"rj' —-* r _^i_, www.hometownlife.com Observer S Eccentric | Thursday, April 25,2005 (W) A5 FOR THE RECORD Museum to reveal Arab-American DEATHS BY JULIE BROWN be reached at (313) 582-AANM or on the STAFF WRITER Web at www.theaanm.org. Hours are 10 Frank Briggs, 76, of Troy, died April a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and 13. The Arab American National Museum Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday noon C will open its doors on May 5 at Michigan to 5 p.m. Sunday. Mark Carroll, of Plymouth Avenue and Schaefer in Dearborn. The museum will be closed for Township, died April 14. The public is invited Thursday, May 5, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's John A. Cash, of Livonia, died April for the grand opening of the AANM, Day. Admission is $6 general, $3 for stu­ 8. beginning at 5 p.m. The event is free, and dents, seniors and children ages 5-12, free '•''•'('•w-xi-y/^'"'' Margrette Janice Cole, 78, of will feature a night of music and celebra­ for children 5 and younger. Target spon­ Westiand, died April 14. Fbrthe Record appears in every tion. sors free family admission, with a child on Carolina M. Coughlin, of Livonia, edition of the Observer $ Eccentric "We just want to welcome everyone to Sunday. died April 18. newspapers. come out," said Hannan Deep, director of School and group tours are available G Complete paid obituaries can be communications for the Arab Community The Arab American National Museum will open May and can be arranged by calling the above Jacob Glass, 90, of Auburn Hills, found inside today's Sports in Center for Economic and Social Services. 5. number. died April 11. Passages on page C13. The new museum is a project of ACCESS, The first exhibit, "In/Visible," will open H which also offers such services as employ­ about Arab Americans and their presence May 19. "It's a group of Arab-American Frank T. Hornung, 93, died April 18. ment training. in the United States. artists," she said. "Their art will be show­ J Fla., formerly of Wayne, died April Of the 15,000 major museums in the A 38,500-square-foot space, the muse­ cased." Ben S. Jones, 85, formerly of Troy, 1. United States, the AANM is the first to um will function as an educational facility, Also, Multicultural Nights featuring an died March 26. Margaret "Anne" Roberts, 84, of celebrate the Arab-American story. x an institution of preservation, and a com­ array of performers will begin in the fall, tola Jones, of Westiand, died April Jupiter, Fla., died March 21. "This is a first of its kind," Deep said. munity center, with a 158-seat auditorium,, with Comerica and Ford Motor Co. as 7. S "We're getting a lot of excitement. It's classroom space, a library/resource center, sponsors. K Russell B. Smith, 48, of Auburn quite the buzz lately." and shop. The permanent exhibitions A fund-raising gala will be held Nancy L. Kauth, 68, died April 17. Hills, died April 10. She's had a number of media inquiries, focus on two themes: the Arab world and Saturday, April 23, at the museum. Tickets L Sharon L. Smith, 64, of Royal Oak, and noted the museum has generated the Arab-American experience. are $250 or $500 (which includes a VIP Helen "Lynn" LeMarbe, 42, of died April 10. attention not only locally but also nation­ Planning began about five years ago, reception). Clarkston, died April 18. Hugh Sousa, 60, of Rochester ally and internationally. Deep said, with major work done in the For more information or to buy tickets Margaret W. Luchewski, of Hills, died April 9. The museum documents, preserves, cel­ last three years "which is a pretty short for the gala, contact Barbara Logan at blo- Westiand, died April 18. Genevieve Sowinski, 82, of ebrates, and informs the public on the his­ amount of time." Fund raising has taken [email protected] or (313) 842- . M Rochester Hills, died April 9. tory, life, culture, and contributions of place, with businesses and foundation 7010". Mary McBride, 96, of Rochester T Arab Americans. It is a resource to grants providing support. Actor Tony Shalhoub, star of the televi­ Hills, died April 6. Betty Jane Talmadge, 77, of enhance knowledge and understanding The museum, 13624 Michigan Ave., can sion series Monk will attend, Deep said. Daniel W. Meyka, 56, of Canton, Westiand, died April 11. ., died April 19. Paul Turley, 79, of Tennessee, for­ Lynn C. Mitchell, of Canton, died merly of Westiand, died April 3. April 9. W -**^™* Ann L. Muckey, 77, died April 16. Jeanne E. Watson, 85, of P Rochester Hills, died April 11. Juiie Otter Pearce, 74, of Palm Judith M. Weber, of Waterford, Beach Gardens, Fla., died April 12. died April 14. Joyce L. Piatt, 54, of Rochester Rev. John H. West, 52, of Hills, died April 10. Farmington, died April 14. Wanda Rita Procailo, of Livonia, Phyllis Ann "Pat" Whitton, 81, of died April 17. Canton, formerly of Livonia, died R April 16. Nellie Raimer, 88, of Gainesville,

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Arson has been blamed for a fire that damaged a house on is Westland's southeast side early Monday, Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Riley said. V»° i«(* The fire started about 2 a.m. on Lacy, a street in a subdivision ****:«** on Van Born near Middlebelt. A man who lives in the house was vacationing, and Riley said an arsonist somehow got inside the residence and set a fire that dam­ aged a stairway and the second floor. It wasn't clear how the arsonist got inside the house, because _* ™ --ci*^ there were no signs of forced entry, Riley said. Firefighters from nearby fire station No. 5 responded and quicks ly put out the fire, he said. The incident marked the second time in about two years that *v .** the same house, had caught fire. The earlier fire was blamed on .V* problems with a natural gas line, Riley said.

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FIRE The boys accused of setting Board candidates share views at 2nd forum FROM PAGE A1 the fires will likely be standing. charged as juveniles. BY STEPHANIE ANGELYN CASOLA at the possibility. Frank trained workers within the and support staff. Kalinski said 'lAnything that was inside the STAFF WRITER Kalinski and Steve King agreed community is important, teachers need more support school was totally destroyed with the idea, though he would support more from the district. And Fried either by fire or smoke damage Pay-to-participate, privatiza­ Cynthia Markarian said she competition for jobs in order called for a major overhaul on or water damage," Riley said. tion and board priorities is still looking for a lot of to keep costs injine. the way the district is run. Riley and Bob Gorman, an topped the discussion answers and direction from the "I'm in favor oFlcJoking at He said: "We dp not have a environmental consultant famil­ "This was a very good joint Wednesday night as the community, such as how much outsourcing," added Steve sustainable systehi," and iar with the site, said the fire effort by the police and fire Livonia PTSA Council hosted to charge for activities. King. "Let's compare it." He shared his support for expand­ wouldn't have fueled any air­ departments," Mayor Sandra its annual school board And William C. Fried took it suggested outdoor mainte­ ing early childhood education. borne toxins that might threat­ Cicirelli said. Candidate Forum. a step further, noting that nance in the district might be Lessard named "student en the neighborhood. The boys apparently got All five candidates compet­ financial assistance should be privatized to save money, achievement* without a doubt," "It's my understanding that inside the school through a roof ing for two four-year terms on provided for those students because the district does own as the top priority, as did the contaminants were in the hatch that was broken open, the Livonia Public Schools who are economically-disad- so much land. Markarian. ground, and all we had burning Riley said. Board of Education were in vantaged and want to partici­ But current board members All five candidates will were the contents of the build- They are accused of starting attendance for the event, held pate. Lessard and Markarian dis­ appear on the ballot for two ingi so that shouldn't have cre­ one fire in the northwest corner at the school district's board When asked whether the agreed. Markarian said priva­ school board seats on Tuesday, ated any kind of health hazard," of the school and another on the office. Most agreed on the top­ candidates favor privatization tizing jobs like that of custodi­ May 3. Watch the PTSA Riley said. south side. ics posed by audience mem­ to save costs, reaction varied ans would only create a rift in Candidate's Forum in its Gorman, in a separate tele­ Neighbors have long consid­ bers. among the candidates. the district. entirety on LPS TV Channel 15 phone interview, gave a similar ered the school an eyesore since When asked about the hot- Kalinski said he would be "Sixty percent of our support for Bright House and Wide assessment. it was closed by Livonia school button issue of pay-to-partici­ willing to look into new ideas staff lives in the district," she Open West cable subscribers, . "The landfill was not involved officials and fenced off in 1991. pate proposal for the district, for the school district to part­ said. "They are very commit­ and Channel 19 for Comcast in the fire," he said. "This would The school is expected to be most candidates agreed the ner with the city, in order to ted." users. It will air again at 7 p.m. have been just like a regular fire, torn down this summer, as city cost-saving measure should be save money. He gave an exam­ Teaching and student learn­ on Thursday, April 21, Tuesday, no worse than a house fire." and school officials start prepar­ applied across the board. ple of making more use of bus ing topped each candidate's list April 26 and Thursday, April 28. The boys accused of setting ing the site for new develop­ Daniel Lessard said "we service for both the schools as the main priority protected the fires will likely be charged as ment. This week, Cicirelli said need to consider all extra cur- and city. by the school board. juveniles, authorities said. the fire isn't expected to halt ricular activities" when looking Fried said having well- King spoke out for teachers [email protected] I (734) 953-2054 Police took the ninth-graders those plans. into custody after their confes­ "I don't consider it a setback sions, Ridener said. yet," she said. "I haven't been The teens had told some of given any information to say their peers, who notified police that the fire would delay any­ Board finds Baracy 'exceeded every goa and fire officials after fire Capt. thing." ColleenFedel went to Franklin, Southfield-based Jonna Cos. BY SUE MASON the superintendent "exceeded business and finance and com­ just a review, it's not tied to any talked with school administra­ unveiled a plan last October to STAFF WRITER every goal" set for him by the munity, employee, school pay increase," Weaver said, tors and put up posters seeking build a three-story, 144-unit board. board, intergovernmental and adding that while Wayne- help in finding the suspects, senior citizen apartment build­ Wayne-Westland School "He has worked tirelessly for student relations. Westland is the 14th largest Riley said. ing, a medical office building, an Superintendent Greg Baracy the district," said Weaver, In a statement released school district in the state, its The boys confessed after outpatient surgical center and a received his "report card" from speaking on behalf of the Monday evening, the board superintendent is in the bot­ police Sgt. John Hoak, accom­ golf driving range on the site. the Board of Education and it board. "He has a better under­ pointed out that after eight tom half in salary. panied by Fedel, questioned appears he received an A. stand of working with the kids years on the job, Baracy "con­ "He's done an incredible job, them about the fires. [email protected] I (734) 953-2110 According to school board and of elevating to higher tinues to exhibit a high energy we're lucky to have him," President Frederick Weaver, achievement." level when dealing with all Weaver added. "I want to thank you for the aspects of school district oper­ His sentiment was shared by opportunity to serve as super­ ations." Cliff Johnson of Wayne who intendent and superintendent He also continues to moti­ called Baracy "the best of all of for this community" said vate the staff to address the them." CITY OF GARDEN CITY Baracy. "I want to thank you goals set by the board for the "Greg Baracy has paid his NOTICE OF ELECTION for your support and the sup­ district. dues to the district and I want

PteMf b** Mff twmtw port of the staff. My evaluation In looking at those goals, people to know," he said. "I'm reflects all of their work." Weaver praised Baracy for thankful that he and his helper TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF GARDEN CITY: The board met with Baracy keeping the district "financially (Deputy Superintendent PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a Special Election shall be held in the City of Garden City, County of in March to review his work in sound which is tough to do in Charlotte Sherman) work for Wayne, State of Michigan, on Tuesday, May 3,.2005, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., at which Special Election eight areas - professional lead­ this day and time with this eco­ the district and for the kids." there will be submitted to vote of the qualified electors of the City the following proposition: ership and personal qualities, nomic climate." JUDGMENT FUNDING BOND PROPOSAL curriculum and instruction, The annual evaluation "is smasonUoe.homecomrn.net I (734) 953^2112

N Shall the City. of Garden City, Michigan, borrow the principal sum of not to exceed Seventeen Million. Five Hundred Thousand Dollars (S 17.500.000.00 ) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefore in one or more series payable in not more than fifteen (15) years from issuance, for the purpose of paying a judgment in the Wayne County NOTICE OF ELECTION INFO CENTRAL Circuit Court against the City of Garden City, Michigan (the "City") in favor of Wayne Oakland TUESDAY, MAY 3,2005 Contracting, Inc., the costs and interest on the judgment, and all cost in connection with issuing The Friends of the Westiand. Library. said bonds? The estimated millage to be levied in 2005 is 1.9856 mills ($ 1.9856 per SCHOOLCRAFT $1,000 of taxable value) and the estimated simple average annual millage rate required to COMMUNITY COLLEGE is a committed group of volunteers retire the bonds is 2.1498 mills ($ 2.1498 per $1,000 of taxable value). The millage will be COUNTY OF WAYNE, MICHIGAN whose main purpose is to further the used to pay debt service on the bonds. goals of and support, both financially and through volunteer work, the Public THE PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST OF THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS SHALL BE TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SAID COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT: Library of Westiand.. It is composed of :: PAYABLE FROM THE GENERAL FUNDS OF THE CITY INCLUDING AD VALOREM a governing board, its trustees and . V TAXES LEVIED WITHOUT LIMITATION IN SUFFICIENT AMOUNTS TO PAY THE ANNUAL PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the biennial election will be membership roster. held in the Schoolcraft College District, City of Garden City, County Their main sources of income are YES of Wayne, Michigan on Tuesday May 3, 2005, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. sponsorship of used book sales, mem­ NO bership fees, a bookstore within the All qualified and registered electors of the City may vote on the above bonding proposition. The following trustee at-large positions are to be filled by the library, and the selling of office prod­ voters in the Schoolcraft College district at the May 3 Regular ucts (paper, pencils, disks, book bags, I, RAYMOND J. WOJTOWICZ, Treasurer of Wayne County, Michigan, do hereby certify that, as of Biennial School Election: etc.) to patrons. April 15, 2005 the total of all voted increases in excess of the Constitutional fifteen mill tax rate The Friends are most generous with limitation and the years such increases are effective are as follows affecting the taxable property of Local TWO 6-YEAR TERMS (2005-2011) Unit: Gregory J. Stempien their funds in support of the' library. Patricia L. Watson Over the years, the Friends have spon­ sored Summer Reading programs for LfifisiiMi Date of Election Voted Years ONE 4-YEAR TERM (2005-2009) children, young adults and; adults. They Increases Increases Effective Philip N. Cascade have provided numerous prizes for County of Wayne 08/08/2000 lraill 2005 thru 2009 incentives. Wayne County Regional 08/06/1974 1 mill 2005 indefinitely Each person voting on the above must be: The Friends have beer/instrumental in funding core collections, such as 11/08/1988 (a) A citizen of the United States of America over eighteen Educational Service Imill 2005 indefinitely (18) years of age. books on CD, purchasing books for the' Agency 08/06/2002 * 1.5 mills 2005 indefinitely (b) A registered elector of the City or Township in which he Adult Book Discussion Qroup, an Wayne County Jail 08/06/2002 lmill 2005 thru 2010 or she resides. American Girls doll collection, pro­ Wayne County Parks 08/08/2000 0.25 mills 2005 gramming and even the ink cartridges The places of voting for the Election to be held on May 3,2005, will for various printers, without their help,, Wayne County Coram be as follows: many of the items we/now take for College 11/06/2001 2005 thru 2010 1.5 mills granted would not Have been possible. Precinct 1 Farmington School Garden City Schools 08/08/2000 ImiU 2005 thru 2011 33411 Marquette The Friends group/is not costly to 06/11/2001 3.1 mills 2005 thru (not to join, nor is the worit/too time intensive. exceed 30 years) Precinct 2 Memorial School It can be a nice way'to meet and make 30001 Marquette 06/10/2002 18 mills 2005 thru 2012 social contacts.. '; Also, by joining' the Friends, you are 06/10/2002 2 mills 2005 thru 2012 Precinct 3 Lathers School 28351 Marquette eligible to attend-a special preview The places of voting for the Special Elect ion May 3,2005, will be as follows: Precinct 4 Lathers School sale before book sales are open to the 28351 Marquette Precinct 1 Farmington School public. The book sales occur about 33411 Marquette every three months, and they are Precinct 5 Memorial School always well attended. Precinct 2 Memorial School 30001 Marquette 30001 Marquette Anyone can become a Friend of the Precinct 6 Garden City Middle School Library, and we are always looking for Precinct 3 Lathers School 1851 Radcliff new ways to broaden membership. The 28351 Marquette Friends meet on the second Tuesday of Precinct 4 Lathers School Precinct 7 Maplewood Center each month at 2 p.m. in the library 28351 Marquette 31735 Maplewood meeting room. Precinct 5 Memorial School Precinct S Henry Ruff School If you like to socialize, are looking 30001 Marquette 30300 Maplewood for a way to make some new acquain­ Precinct 6 Garden City Middle School tances, or become involved in your 1851 Radcliff Precinct 9 Civic Center community, the Friends of the 6000 Middlebelt Westiand Library is just the ticket for Precinct 7 Maplewood Center you. We hope to see your smiling face 31735 Maplewood Precinct 10 Douglas School at the next Friends meeting. Precinct 8 Henry Ruff School 6400 Hartel 30300 Maplewood All polling places are handicapper accessible. If you anticipate The William P. Faust Public Library is , Precinct 9.. Civic Center difficulties at your normal polling place please phone the City Clerk's at 6123 Central City Parkway, Westiand. - 6000 Middlebelt Office Is arrange an alternate location. Absentee Ballots for this For More information, call (734) 326- Election are available at City Hall, 6000 Middlebelt, through 4:00 Precinct 10 Douglas School, P.M^Monday, May 2, 2005, to anyone who meets one of the following 6123. 6400 Hartel requireWents: Electors age 60 or older; Electors who expect to be All polling places are handicapper accessible. If you anticipate difficulties at your normal polling place\ abseht from Garden City the entire time the polls are open on please phone the City Clerk's Office to arrange an alternate location. Absentee Ballots for this Election are v Election Day; Electors who are physically unable to attend the polls available at City Hall, 6000 Middlebelt, through 4:00 P.M., Monday, May 2,2005, to anyone who meets one of without the assistanceVSf^another; Electors who cannot attend the the following requirements: Electors age 60 or older; Electors who expect to be absent from Garden City the \ polls due tb teneta^of their religion; or Electors who are confined to entire time the polls are open on Election Day; Electors who are physically unable to attend the polls without Vjail awaiting arraignment or trial. Furthermore, any voter who the assistance of another; Electors who cannot attend the polls due to tenets of their religion; or Electors who requires assistance to vote by reason of blindness, disability, or are confined to jail awaiting arraignment or trial. 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Of sandstorms and homesickness **> Marine connects V^^l .JBfc.i with pen-pal students at a / Randolph I" . * BY STEPHANIE ANGELYN CASOLA First Citizen of the Year STAFF WRITER r Kayla Hilfs and her family are hoping *tf '. . - M to raise nearly $8,000 for a week- Sgt. Misty Gatlin couldn't Co-sponsoi (Eccentric Newspapers long trip to New York to hone her hold back a smile as she stood |V and er of Commerce skills as a performer. The 10-year-old before a classroom-full of Purpose of the Award hopes to have a career singing. sixth-graders at Livonia's Randolph Elementary School The First Citizen of the Year Award was created to recognize Friday morning. an individual for outstanding local volunteer community service. TOM HOFFMEYER|STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER The winner will be honored at the Westland Chamber of Gatlin, who was raised in Commerce Spring Awards Dinner May 24. Benefits to give Westland by her grandmother Sgt. Misty Gatlin answers questions about her experiences in Iraq as she talks Barb Schwarz, recently to Kate Herriff's sixth grade class at Randolph Elementary School. Gatiin Nominee girl chance returned home after spending corresponded with the students by writing letters while she was away. more than a year stationed in to compete in Iraq, serving in the U.S. The students had plenty of homesickness, and sometimes Marine Corps. During her 10- questions for Gatlin once they brought her to tears. She said it Title/Position day stay in Livonia, Gatlin took finally had the chance to meet meant a lot to know the stu­ talent contest time out to visit local schools her in person. They asked dents, and their parents, sup­ Company/Organizatio which she kept in contact with about her favorite food and ported the troops. Business Address ..... A local girl is looking for help while overseas. what she might have wanted to "She always wanted to be a in reaching her goal of a career One school was Randolph, bring back with her from Iraq. Marine," said Schwarz, "since . Nominator as a singer. where her grandmother's step- Gatlin said she loved pizza. the fifth grade. And she never Westland resident Kayla granddaughter, Kristen, goes And if she could've brought a wavered." Hills, 10, has been singing at to school. "The students wrote souvenir, she would've chosen local establishments and holdr Going to Iraq was one of her Company to (Gatlin), and she started a piece of marble from one of proudest accomplishments as a ing fund-raisers, such an writing them back," Schwarz Saddam Hussein's palaces. Marine, she told the students. Outline of Service - Include the impact on the community, length upcoming bowl-a-thon, to raise explained. Gatlin was one of 11 women in nearly $8,000 to participate in On Sunday she will leave for of time and offices held. Use additional sheet if necessary. Just before Christmas, a unit of 220 Marines. Camp Lejeune in North the International Modeling and Kristen and the rest of the stu­ Some students asked if she Carolina. Talent Association competition dents in Kate Herriff's class was ever scared or homesick. Herriff was pleased to have July 17-23 in New York City. came up with the idea to write Gatlin answered yes to both Gatlin visit. She said the expe­ The Kettering Elementary to Gatlin. Not only did the questions. rience fit into many of her class School student was selected Marine write them back, she "There were times when lessons for writing, social stud­ through an audition to repre­ ,wrote a separate letter to each you're scared," she said. "You're ies and current events. sent Aero/Royal Model student. She even sent photo­ away from home and it's a dif­ "I'm just thankful the stu­ Management at the competi­ graphs depicting her surround- ' ferent country. I got homesick." dents had this opportunity," tion. ings and showing what it's like Gatlin said later that receiv­ she said. "It will fine-tune her acting, to be in the middle of a sand­ ing letters from the students in singing and putting together a storm. / Livonia eased some of her [email protected] I (734} 953-2054 resume for competitions," said her mother, Tonya Hills. Kayla will perform tonight Notice - Deadline for nominations is April 29,2005. (Thursday) at the Sports Venue H6metownlife.com Local residency is not required. Those currently holding or seeking public office are not eligible. on Middlebelt in Garden City. 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jj 4 <- - Highest honor Book sale who use power wheelchairs. The clinic is designed, to build a The Friends of the Westland Westland power soccer team. Project gives moms some rest Library will hold a book sale 10 Ijbr more inforrnatapn^ call a.m. to 4 p.-m. Friday-Saturday, Margaret Martin at'(734) 722- BY SUE MASON putty up the holes and assem­ April 22-2p? and noon-4 p.m. 76j20, Jerry Frick, poster soccer STAFF WRITER ble it." Sunday, AJpril 24, at the library, ejJecutive in Atlarrta, Ga., at For the Wayne resident, get­ 6123 Cental City Parkway. (770) 654-0715, ^lan >J New moras at Mott ting the donations was no easy There will be a preview sale 2- fomranka of Michigan , Children's Hospital in Ann task. According to his father, 4 p.m. Thursday^ April 21, for Wheelchair Veterans at (517) Arbor have someplace to rest he has struggled with dyslexia Friends of the library mem­ |t90-3893 or Ken Britten at their feet, thanks to the efforts and getting a badge like citi­ bers and those people wishing ' '(734)595-4157. of Tim Ursem. zenship was difficult. to join the group that day. A sophomore at Wayne "Sometimes, I had my Garage Sale Memorial High School, Ursem, doubts, but Tim's been really Open House It's like having more than 80 with the help of family and conscientious and has stuck The Wayne-Westland garage sales all in the same friends, made 20 nursing with it," said his father. "He Community Schools Family place at the same time. The stools for the hospital as his would rather be doing some­ Resource Center and the Westland community garage Eagle Scout community service thing else, but he kept on. It Oakwood Lincoln-Jefferson sale will take place 9 a.m. to 4 project. kind of became a family effort Barns Clinic will host an open p.m. Saturday, May 7, in the "My friends think it's kind of although he did do all of the house 2:30-6 p.m. Monday, parking lot west of Westland cool," said Ursem who com­ work. April 25, in celebration of 17 City Hall, 36601 Ford Road, pleted his board of review ear­ Of the 21 merit badges he's years of combined service to next to the Police Department. lier this month and is waiting earned to date, Ursem's the Wayne-Westland commu­ For further information about for his certificate from Boy favorite was learning how to nity. Tours of the clinic will be reserving a spot, call Margaret Scouts headquarters before care for and use a shotgun, The conducted 2:30-6 p.m. with a Martin at (734) 722-7620. planning his Eagle Scout court hardest was communications, presentation at 5 p.m. The clin­ of honor, probably in June. and that was a difficult part of ic is at Lincoln Elementary Golf outing "Tim's cousin was born with his project School, 33800 Grand Traverse, The Westland Rotary Club a heart defect last July and was "I had to call people," he said. Westland. will hold a Centennial Golf flown to Ann Arbor, " said his "I don't like talking on the tele­ Celebration Thu*sd&y,&£ay 26, dad, Dan. "They had a few phone and that made it diffi­ Free seminar at the Golden F@x at: Fox Hills stools there. When it came cult for me." Kate Ferrett, hospital liaison in Salem Township. The outing time to do his project, he Ursem started in Cub for Arbor Hospice and Home with have a scramble format decided it would be a nice way Scouting at age 8 and joined Care, will speak about such and 11 a.m. shotgun start. It to give back for what they had the Boy Scouts at age 11. A , ^ i includes 18 holes of g^olf,: lunch * -~ .i » i*i issues as advanced directives in done for his cousin." member of Boy Scout Troop a presentation 5-6 p.m. and beverages at the turn, door P>.&\ prizes and a filet mignon din­ Ursem planned, organized 1742 of the Church of Jesus i*."- Thursday, May 19, at Westland and got donations for the proj­ Christ of the Latter-day Saints Convalescent Center. ner and banquet. ect. Northside Hardware ACO in Westland, the 16-year-old is Ferrett will discuss such top­ The costs is $160 per golfer and Nankin Hardware in following in the footsteps of his fr* * -y^^ywg^ ics as what are advance direc­ or $600 for a foursome. Westland, Town & Country in older brother Danny, who tives, when is it time to think Sponsorships also are avail­ Garden City and Romulus earned his Eagle Scout several TOM HAWLEY | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER about advance directives, who able. For more information, Hardware helped with dona­ years ago. Tim Ursem shows off one for 20 nursing footstools he made for Mott needs advance directives, what call Dr., Kim Shunkwiler at tions. Danny sets a positive exam­ Children's Hospital as his Eagle Scout community service project. is the difference between (734), 728-5533, Tom North at He used a stool like the one ple for his younger brother advance directives and a living (734) 421-1300, ToaU&tevins his sister donated to the hospi­ who already is contemplating According to his father, For now, he can relax and will and how to get started. at (734>425-7766ibr Qapt tal to make the pattern and how many more merit badges Ursem is one of three Eagle wait for his court of honor and The seminar is free of charge Matt O'ft&l at (734) 722-3660. DTR Innovations in Utica he wants to earn. For every five Scouts in the troop which has congratulatory letters from far ^ and open to the public. Contact To register, sena a cjtieck, chipped in the plywood. badges past the rank of Eagle, 16 members. There's also and near. Judy Bianchi at (734) 728- payable to Westland Rotary to "My dad works with a guy a Scout earns a palm. Danny another young man working "Danny got a whole bunch of 6100 to sign up for this very the Rotary Golf luting, who has a friend who owns the has five palms. on his community service proj­ them," said Dan. "He got one special event. Shunkwiler Chiropractic company," said Ursem said of "I plan to get more badges to ect and five Life Scouts, one from Al Kaline and the presi­ Health Center^ 5978 N. Wayne DTR. "He donated the wood earn palms and help with the rank below Eagle. The remain­ dent, and Tim is looking for­ Curtain call Road, "VVestland, MI 4$185. and cut out the pattern. We younger Scouts; I've got to beat der of the troop are new ward to that." The City of Wane Arts and Proceeds will benefit the ^ still had to do the sanding, my brother" Ursem said. Scouts. [email protected] I (734) 953-2112 . Entertainment Department Salvation Army and Westland Actors Community Theatre Rotary chanties will present Rodgers and Vendor fair CLUBS IN ACTION Hammerstein's Cinderella at .8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, May 6-7, St.' Damian Church is invit­ Listings for Clubs in Action should be support group for sensible weight Genealogical society The Oakwood-Annapolis Retirees meet 13-14 and 20-21, and 2 p.m. 2 ing parishioners and their submitted in writing. They can be loss, meets 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at The Western Wayne County at 1 p.m. the first Monday of the p.m. Sunday, May 8 and 15, at friends who have home-based mailed to Sue Mason at 36251 Good Shepherd Reformed Church, Genealogical Society meets the third month at Oakwood Hospital Annapolis the State Wayne Theater, businesses to participate in a Schoolcraft, Livonia 48150, by fax at Wayne Road and Hunter in Westland. Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. at Center, Venoy at Howe in Wayne. All 35310 Michigan Ave., Wayne. vendor fair 1-4 p.m. Saturday, (734) 591-7279 or by e-mail at sma- Call Jackie at (734) 722-7225. the Livonia Civic Park Senior Center Oakwood Retirees are welcome to Tickets cost $15 for adults, $13 April 30, at the church on Joy [email protected]. For more n Take Off Pounds Sensibly No. MI53 on Farmington Road, south of Five attend. for students and senior citizens Road east of Merriman. information, call (734) 953-2112. meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at St. Mile. Beginning genealogy and com­ Westland Rotary and $8 for children. Vendors that will have John Episcopal Church, 555 S. Wayne puter classes start at 6:30 p.m. Guests, The Westland Rotary Club meets 1215 There also will be a Mothers exhibits and/or products Road, Westland. Call (734) 721-5023, p.m Thursdays at Joy !/ano 28999 T.O.P.S. are welcome. Day Lunch - Cifu$ere$a i # (.in(Jude„Arbonneg|n^mtional, Take Off Pounds Sensibly No. MI28, a Call Rosalie at (734) 728-0299.. Hospital retirees Joy east of Middlebelt in Westland * Spectacular at noon Sunday, Logenberger* Prince^ |§ouse May 8.1te#feM -Tt ^ Crystal,, DK BQQk^,.^p|nered lunch buffet, served at the Chef and Party Lightsej Wayne Community Center, Creative Memories. , 4635 Howe, followed by the For more information, call matinee performance of Ritaanne Felczak Otto at (734) Cinderella at 2 p.m. at the 425-8970. State Wayne Theater. Tickets t* ;J are $20 for adults and $15 for Parent seminar •ff children 12 years and under. The Wayne-Westland Package fees are available. Community Schools' Family For more information, call Resource Center in collabora­ v (734) 721-7400. tion with Hegira Prevention is The Community Theater i& offering a parent seminar on hosting auditions for Jesus >: Positive Discipline ^-6:30 p.m. Christ Superstar 4:30-9:30 Thursday, May 5s, 12,and 19, at p.m. Wednesday, April 27s at Vandenb;urg Eletnentary the Wayne Community Center, Schpbl,'32l0l Stellwagen, 4635 Howe, Wayne. Call{734) Wayne- ; 721-7400 to reserve a time slot Tile seminar will cover the for an audition. difference between punish­ ment and discipline, how par­ Power Soccer Clinic enting styles affect how chil­ The Westland Parks and dren learn and more. Each par­ Recreation Department will ticipant will receive a copy of host a Power Soccer Team Jane Nelson's Positive Clinic 2-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Discipline. v I April 23, at the Bailey Participant's'can attend one Recreation Center, 36651 Ford. session or all three. For more Power soccer is a team sport information, call (7^4)'419- for individuals with disabilities 2709. \ '

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Of the five committed, caring, quality candidates willing to give of their time and expertise to serve on Livonia Public Schools Board of Education, we've chosen to endorse Cynthia Markarian and Steve King for the four-year seats. Both Markarian and King are parents in the district, an important perspective for how their decisions will impact the1 school community. Markarian was chosen by fellow board members from among numerous,applicants to fill a board vacancy last year and she's shown growth in the role, earning board certification and demonstrating a knack for asking insightful questions. An information technology vice president at DFCU financial and mother of three, Markarian shows an understanding of the issues facing the board and educators, plus a willingness to be a new voice for the district to state lawmakers. She also touts the need to restore reading recovery specialists and the elementary music program. A Livonian nearly his entire life, King brings a diverse background of experiences, jobs and volunteer work in town. He brings a common-sense viewpoint, with a plethora of ideas and a renewed sense of urgency to look at new places to save money — all with a goal of protecting class­ room teachers'jobs and bringing back more arts and physi­ cal education class time to the elementary grades. He abhors test-driven teaching and sees a need to "at least look at" outsourcing food service and other non-educational jobs, again to protect and improve the educational program. Incumbent Dan Lessard should be proud of the nine years he's served on the school board. He's been a regional LETTERS leader in school board organizations and has been a stri­ Thanks for the help the organ donor registry. I cannot over­ I feel that Bush, Cheney, Ashcroft, dent defender of local control and the state stepping up state the degree to which this program Rumsfeld, Powell, Bice and Wolfowitz school funding. However, there's value in bringing in new I would like to take this opportunity to saves the lives of countless individuals deserve jail time. Serious jail time! Let their viewpoints, new discerning evaluations of the issues say thank you to the many wonderful, awaiting tissue and organ transplants. incarceration serve as a warning to future before the board. It's also possible that different local thoughtful people who came to the aide As of March 1, 2005, more than 2,600 administrations. Lie about marital infideli­ voices will find a new, better way to get state lawmakers of one of my students, myself and some Michigan patients were currently wait­ ties, we might forgive you and we might to hear the message of school funding needs. other staff members of my school at the ing for an organ transplant, but less than not But when your lies put American serv­ We congratulate all five candidates — including spirit­ Westland Mall on Tuesday, March 15. 100 of them received that gift of life. ice men and women in harm's way, we take ed challengers William Fried and Frank Kalinski — for I am a teacher at Burger School for Nationwide, nearly 840,000 individuals that very, very seriously! sharing their viewpoints with the community and for fac­ Students with Autism in Garden City. My are registered in the Donor Registry. As per the Constitution, the healing ing each other in three community forums. We urge classroom of preschool students, along Each year, many of us feel that it is a process begins with impeachment hear­ Livonia voters to elect Cynthia Markarian and Steve King with several other classrooms from our burden to renew our licenses, possibly ings, to which I say, "Let's roll." to the Livonia Board of Education on May 3. school, went to the mall to have lunch stand in line, and "waste" our valuable William McClevarty and see the Easter Bunny on this day. time. Why not seize this opportunity to Livonia Community experiences are important to create new possibilities for those among us our students to teach them how to who are physically unable to drive a car, or behave in social situations such as these. stand in a line, and who only want to live Stop feeding fat cats We can all support My classroom had just finished seeing another- day to spend with their family? Radical Republicans want absolute the Easter Bunny when one of my students I therefore encourage you to spend just power to appoint Supreme Court justices began to have an extreme bloody nose. I a moment to place your name on the that will favor corporate interests and cany tissues and moistened wipes with me organ donor registry, and make a contri­ the extreme right over the rest of us. the environment on all of our community experiences. bution to this new fund. What you sacri­ Although, last term Senate Democrats- However, in this case, there was not time fice with a moment of your time, or a few confirmed almost 95 percent of Friday is Earth Day and no mater what your^political to get into my bag to retrieve these items. of your dollars could very well save President Bush's judicial nominees, elim­ preference or religious belief, the environment is an issue My student was beginning to panic someone's life. inating the filibuster is not about over­ we can all support. and I was being very careful to attend to Patricia Coughlan coming "obstructionism," it's about the We salute the early champions of conservation and the him by calming him down and also try­ Livonia desire for complete one-party control. voices who lobbied for clean water and clear air legisla­ ing to stop his bloody nose. Before I It's time for the corporatist, Christian tion throughout the decades that has improved the quali­ knew it, strangers were coming to us and Rwanda needs help now Taliban right wing to stop its catering to ty of life for all. handing me tissues and moistened wipes fat cats and fringe groups. Local Earth Day events for many years centered around out of their pockets and purses. Earlier this month it was the 11-year Leon Juncaj recycling — bottles, cans, plastic and paper. I was going through all of these sup­ anniversary of the Rwanda genocide, Farmington Hills In our high-tech world, it's also about recycling and plies very quickly because of the large when we remember the 800,000 people reusing the new tools of life in 2005 — cell phones. So amount of blood that was coming from who were killed in 100 days. Think of people don't toss that old phone in the trash. my student's nose. Nevertheless, there Our leaders claim that "never again" Earth Day 2005 is the perfect time to start making a dif­ seemed to be an endless supply of these will the world stay silent during geno­ (Phil Power's) suggestion to analyze our • items being handed to me. ference. Whether you take a walk and enjoy nature, plant a cide, yet the U.S. Administration has Michigan situation like the thinking of a '• CEO ("Wanted: Bold leaders to suggest tree, or renew a pledge to reuse and recycle household items I never even saw the faces of these kept silent for seven months since sweeping changes" April 7) is excellent. — include that old cell phone, too — take time to reflect and strangers as I was attending to my student's declaring genocide in Darfur. care. I would like to say thank you from the Breaking this shocking silence are Then our Legislature would have to enjoy the outdoors and pledge to preserve Mother Earth. bottom of my heart for all of their help and voices across the U.S. calling for a multi­ forget what party they represent and do thoughtfulness in a frenzied situation. national humanitarian intervention to what is good for the state, not think of It is reassuring to know that in this support the African Union to protect the their ego, or re-election possibility. Listen up: Vote is May 3 world of violence and fright, that there people. The violence is escalating and What might be a thought is elect peo­ are still many people that are willing to now famine is on the horizon in Darfur. ple who are older and are not in office The first real test of Michigan's election consolidation help complete strangers. We can no longer tolerate the failure of to enhance themselves. For instance, peo~; law is less than two weeks away, and we're hoping for Denise Palmer the international community to help the pie who took early retirement. Such as educators, managers, accountants good things., Burger School teacher people of Darfur. The U.S. must do everything in its power to move the UN and small business owners. These people School districts throughout our Observer & Eccentric Security Council to ensure a rapid and have real business sense and not theories. , communities will elect members to their local school a robust international intervention in I am a native Michigan citizen and boards and some will vote on funding issues May 3 — not I read in the paper where Gov. Jennifer Darfur or up to a million people could be very disappointed in the situation we are -; in mid-June, as has been the case in years past. Granholm, with her swift maneuvers, got dead'by the end of this year. in. My dad would always say, "The • State officials hoped to increase voter turnout by con­ the Japanese to buy the property they Jeremy labor unions will ruin this country." solidating elections to four set dates every year, while wanted for one-third of what it is worth. Garden City I look forward to your columns on all •• eliminating so-called "stealth" elections when, for Good work, governor! You would make subjects. instance, only school district supporters would show up a top-notch saleswoman, I see you got a 'Let's roll' on impeachment Tony Wisniewshi to*yote. They also moved all election responsibility to free trip to Japan for you and your fami­ Plymouth j local municipalities and standardized voting sites, again ly. I bet the Big Three also loves you. You recently printed a letter from a tojhelp get more people involved in the process. What a deal! I sure hope the people of reader who thought it would be "nice to The May 3 school board elections — now held before Michigan give you your just reward — see some positive things about the War in Iraq." She then listed 17 positive things SHARE YOUR OPINIONS the start of the summer vacation season — will be the one term. if first real trial of those theories. And, given the usual sin- Wayne Mirth which admittedly came from the We welcome your letters to the editor. Please f Department of Defense Web site. gle^-digit turnout in our towns, we certainly hope voters Westland include your name, address and phone number j will be paying attention. I would respectfully ask this letter writer Organ donation saves lives and anyone else to read this list and choose for verification. We ask that your letters be 400 | which positive things they would be willing words or less. We may edit for clarity, space A I-am writing to bring attention to a to give their life for. Better yet, which of and content. \ very important and life-saving bill that these "positive things about the War in WESTLAND Sen. Laura Toy introduced, and Gov. Iraq" would you ask your neighbor or their Granholm signed into law at the end of children, to lay down their lives for? Letters to the editor last year. Our state has a disturbingly low President G.W Bush rushed this coun­ Westiand Observer PUBLISHED THURSDAY AND SUNDAY rate of organ donation registrations, and try to War in Iraq shouting that Saddam 36251 Schoolcraft Hussein posed an imminent threat to this new law — Senate Bill 817 — seeks Livonia, Ml 48150 OGANNEIT to rectify this alarming trend. our security. He lied! The bill allows a Michigan's citizens The intelligence that Bush-Cheney Fax; Sue Mason Marty Carry the opportunity to make a modest mone­ received was flawed, but it was exactly Community: Editor Advertising Director tary contribution the "Organ and Tissue what they wanted to hear. They didn't (734) 591-7279 Donation Education Fund" while renew­ check this info two or three times, they ing our driver's licenses or state ID cards, simply ran with it. Impeachment alone E-mail: Hugh Gallagher Peter Neil! would be too good for these scoundrels. Managing Editor General Manager and also encourages our participation in [email protected]

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Our fundamental purposes are to enhance the lives of our "We feel Wayne-Westland is a great place to learn, a great place to work and has great home values. Granted we don't readers, nurture the hometowns we serve and contribute to the business success of our customers. have the $500,000 homes, we don't have that affluence, but we do have good homes with supportive parents." - Supt. Greg Baracy, speaking at the district's annua! Realtors Luncheon last week www.hotnetowrdife.com OTHER OPINIONS Observer S Eccentric | Thursday, April 21,2005 (W) A13 Controlling nuisance species On Earth Day, consider ways needs to be region's top priority to preserve our environment Ihen you look at images of Earth taken One might have hoped the EPA would from outer space, our Michigan stands promptly have begun figuring out how to make fe are truly blessed to call such an out clearly, wrapped entirely in the gor­ sure ballast tanks are being treated to make amazing and beautiful state as I have long been committed to protecting geous blue of the Great Lakes. They define our sure no living organisms survive after dis­ Michigan our home. Surrounded by state as nothing else. They contain fully one- charge. But no such luck: the EPA says it's our greatest natural resource — the Great this state's environment and precious quarter of all the fresh water in the world. And, studying its options, which means it is likely to Lakes — we enjoy four wonderful seasons I suspect, the resources their water offers holds appeal the decision. and countless recreational opportunities. natural resources. In fact as a young much of the long-term economic future of our So while Washington dithers, it makes much In the summertime, people swim, boat, state. more sense to try to move the action to the Jet-Ski and fish in our lakes and rivers. woman I started and ran the first But our entire ecosystem is now being threat­ states that actually know where the Great During the winter, Michigan becomes a ened by the introduction of critters like the Lakes are. A sensible and capable state senator, virtual winter wonderland with miles of environmental center in the city of zehra mussel, the sea lamprey, the spiny water Patty Birkholz (R-Saugatuck), has introduced trails for snowshoeing, snowmobiling and flea and a pest fish called the Eurasian ruffe. To legislation that would authorize the Michigan skiing, plus ice fishing. Spring and fall are Livonia, which included recycling, reusing date, there are 162 of these aquatic nuisance DEQ, to enter into an agreement with other perfect for walks and hikes on the shore or species CANS), with new Great Lakes states and Canadian provinces to in the woods, camping, and educational components. I also species being discovered every create the Great Lakes Aquatic Nuisance fishing and hunting. i-i?, eight months. Most of them Coalition. This group then would be charged This month, helped establish and chaired the Ecology •r?) originate elsewhere and are with eliminating biological pollution in the Michiganders join carried to the Great Lakes in Great Lakes. Americans across the Commission in the city of Livonia - one of the ballast water of ocean­ "Aquatic nuisance species are a major threat country to celebrate Earth diiJ going freighters. Because they to the ecosystem of the Great Lakes and they Day on Friday, April 22, the first ones in our state - back in the originate outside the Great need to be stopped before they wipe out the which happens to fall dur­ Lakes ecosystem, when they native fish and wildlife," Birkholz says. ing National Volunteer «-> ~i. arrive here they find few natu­ Week. early 1970s. ral predators, and so they That coalition then could encourage states Phil spread like ... well, zebra mus­ throughout the region to adopt uniform laws gov­ Laura With the weather erning biological pollution. With a uniform stan­ T improving and thermome­ Power sels. dard in place, each state (or Canadian province) I °V ters steadily rising, this is Every serious study has con­ could enforce treatment of overseas ballast water the perfect time to get Authority will have its Hazardous Waste cluded that drastic action without having to depend on the feds. • outside, get involved and Day 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 30, in , must be taken to end these invasions to main­ When I spoke with Birkholz last week, she make your community a better place to the Garden City Park pool parking lot. It's tain the health of the lakes and to save the fish­ was pumped up about the possibilities. live. open to residents of CWCSA member com­ ery and recreation industries. Sadly, govern­ "We just had ajoint meeting of the relevant If you are interested in helping to protect munities, including Westland and Garden mental efforts to do so have run the gamut House and Senate committees," she said. "Andy and preserve the environment in your com­ City. For more information, call (313) 292- from the laughably ineffective to the scan­ Ruchsbaum, state head of the National Wildlife munity, here are a few simple ways you can 5854. dalously foot-dragging. Federation, presented compelling evidence of make a difference: I have long been committed to protect­ The National Invasive Species Act, for exam­ the ANS threat. Both Steve Chester, head of the • Plant a tree or another indigenous ing this state's environment and precious ple, says ballast exchange or treatment is state DEQ, and Ken DeBeaussart, head of the plant. natural resources. In fact, as a young required before ships enter the Great Lakes. Office of the Great Lakes, endorsed the legisla­ • Volunteer to help clean up a neighbor­ woman I started and ran the first envi­ But if the ship captain declares there is no bal­ tion. It's great to have both the Legislature and hood park. ronmental center in the city of Livonia, last on board, there is no inspection and the the administration on the same page." • Make sure you recycle all recyclable which included recycling, reusing and ship sails on. Worse, the feds recently turned Birkholz is also beating the regional bushes, materials. educational components. I also helped enforcement over to the Coast Guard, whose talking with other Great Lakes basin policy • Reduce the trash coming out of your establish and chaired the Ecology first priority is not, by any means, things envi­ makers: "Everybody I've talked to — legislators, home or business. Commission in the city of Livonia —• one ronmental. governors, attorneys general, conservation peo­ Additionally, I support and often assist of the first ones in our state — back in the ; On the state level, Michigan's Natural ple — likes the idea." with springtime Hazardous Waste Days early 1970s. Resources and Environmental Protection Act Of course, the big question is where the in our communities. Hazardous Waste In addition to making a difference in my gives the Department of Environmental Quality money to pay for enforcement comes from. Days give community members an local community, I also am dedicated to the authority to control pollution of any sort in Birkholz fears the feds probably won't spring opportunity to safely dispose of any haz­ making sure the Senate continues to intro­ the Great Lakes. But the DEQ. says it can't for it, something that is sad, but likely true, ardous materials in their house, includ­ duce legislation protecting our environ­ enforce the act with respect to ballast water given the current priorities in Washington. ing oil-based paints, motor oil, pest-con­ ment and improving the air and water because it doesn't have the money and there is no So I have a modest suggestion for this active trol chemicals, expired medicines, quality in Michigan. , Jt unified basin-wide approach to the regulations. and well-intentioned senator: raise the money antifreeze and many other materials that If you have concerns or ideas about hov^ But there are two recent pieces of good news: by charging a steep duty on contaminated ship should not be placed in your regular best to protect Michigan's environment, I ;M Last month, a federal judge in San Francisco ballast. Require shipping companies to pay, say, trash. encourage you to contact my office at (517Q, \A ruled the U.S. Environmental Protection $10,000 per vial of water taken from any of' These events are held throughout Wayne 373-1707 or via e-mail at senltoy@sen- ; Agency must regulate discharges from ships' their vessels. County and encourage all of us to be more ate.michigan.gov. "•%• ballast tanks. The lawsuit arose from environ­ Present the evidence of violation to a relevant conscientious about how we can dispose of Please take advantage of Earth Day to ' "~t mental groups in the area which are dismayed attorney general — then stand back and watch our waste in a more careful and environ­ consider ways that you and your family c£tnUJ that the bay is being inundated by exotic the fur, or at least ballast water, fly! mentally friendly way. protect and preserve the precious natural species from abroad. 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