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1150 Canton Center South Canton, Michigan 48188 Canton Board to hold Study Holiday tree pick-up *Community Calendar and Village Theater schedule are subject to change. Check with sponsors to confirm date and information. Session on automated January 2-13 COMMUNITY VILLAGE THEATER recycling collection GFL Environmental will only offer curb- Canton’s Board of Trustees will hold a side pick-up of natural Christmas trees from study session on January 17 to explore January 2-13. Please place your tree at the CALENDAR SCHEDULE the possibility of implementing an curb by 6:30 a.m. on your regular refuse automated recycling collection program in collection day with all stands, lights and JANUARY JANUARY ART EXHIBITION: 2017. Canton looked into an automated ornaments removed. system after a township-wide survey 2 Canton Administrations Building “Simply Human” After January 13, trees will no longer be Closed. New Year’s Day observed. indicated the majority of residents would accepted at the curb. Drawings and Paintings by Nina Ashraf be in favor of switching to 64-gallon carts 3 Board of Trustees Study Session. Asmi from the existing 18-gallon bins. TBD. If implemented, the new carts would Canton receives AAA bond rating 9 Planning Commission Meeting. 7 p.m. JANUARY 13-15 hold nearly four times as much as the Canton was recently advised by Fitch Canton One Act Festival 2017 current bins and the attached lid would Ratings, Inc. rating service that the township’s 10 Board of Trustees Meeting. 7 p.m. credit rating has been set at AAA, with a TLC Productions. Various times. limit exposure of recyclables to inclement 12 Zoning Board of Appeals. 7 p.m. stable outlook. $15. weather. The larger carts would also encourage more recycling, thereby saving “The ratings reflect the continued 16 Canton Administration Building Closed. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. valuable landfill space over the long term. commitment to financial excellence by the JANUARY 16 Total cost per resident to implement the Board of Trustees, directors and staff,” said 17 Board of Trustees Study Session. program, including the purchase of the Wendy Trumbull, Canton’s Finance and Canton Celebrates Dr. King. 7 p.m. carts by the Township, equates to an Budget Director. “Canton has maintained Canton Commission for Culture, Arts and 18 DDA Board Meeting. 8 a.m. additional $13 per year. a sound financial base while continuing to Heritage. 6 p.m. $2 per person or $5 per The study session will begin at provide, and improve, service to residents.” 18 The Emergency Food Assistance family. Program. 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Summit 7 p.m. in the Board Room, located on According to Fitch, the ratings also Chestnut Room. Call 394-5185. the first floor of Canton’s Administration reflect Canton’s “ample revenue raising and Building. The study session is open to expenditure flexibility, strong gap-closing 23 Merit Commission Meeting. 5 p.m. JANUARY 21 the public and residents are encouraged capacity, conservative financial management Larry Callahan and Selected of God 24 Board of Trustees Meeting. 7 p.m. to attend in order to learn about the practices, and low long-term liability burden.” Concert. 7 p.m. $15. proposed system and get questions 31 Board of Trustees Study Session. By maintaining or improving bond ratings, 7 p.m. answered. Canton is able to receive lower interest rates FOCUS is published FEBRUARY 4 For more information, call 394-5160. when required to finance necessary projects, monthly to provide as well as any future debt issuance. Simple Gifts-The Cashore Marionettes Canton residents with FEBRUARY 2 p.m. $12. Life in Motion. 7 p.m. $15. information on issues 6 Planning Commission Meeting. and events in the 7 p.m. Dog Park and Dog License renewals community. If you have The Clerk’s Office in now issuing 2017 Dog Licenses and Dog Park permits. All any comments contact: 6 Park Pavilion rentals begin – online FEBRUARY 24-25 2016 licenses and permits expired on December 31. Current rabies and distemper rentals only. 9 a.m. Breathe. A True Story. Brennen Reeves vaccinations are required for dog licenses and dog park memberships. Application can EDITOR 7 Board of Trustees Study Session. 7:30 p.m. $22. be made in person or by downloading the forms from www.canton-mi.org and mailing Kristen Thomas 7 p.m. documentation and fees to Canton Clerk’s Office, 1150 S.Canton Center, Canton, MI. 394-5229 This 48188. Attention: Dog License. 9 Zoning Board of Appeals. 7 p.m. For tickets, visit [email protected] Please note that access to the Canton Dog Park via electronic gate access key fobs 14 Winter Taxes Due. cantonvillagetheater.com or Month will be discontinued for any member who does not renew their membership by April 1. CONTRIBUTORS New Dog Park members are required to submit a refundable key fob security deposit of 14 Board of Trustees Meeting. 7 p.m. call 394-5300 ext. 3 Barb Caruso $20 at the time of registration that will be returned when membership is discontinued Amy Hamilton in 15 DDA Board Meeting. 8 a.m. Auditorium temperatures are kept between and the key fob is returned. Only one key fob per household will be issued. For more Peg Stevens 68-72 degrees. Please dress accordingly. Canton information, please visit www.canton-mi.org or call 734/394-5310. Important Canton Phone Numbers

A message from Supervisor Williams Snow emergencies in Canton Administration Building Chamber Wine and Beer Tasting Fire hydrant snow removal A snow emergency is declared for 394-5100 event returns When heavy snow falls, fire On November 22, the purpose of clearing streets for The Canton Chamber of Commerce, in hydrants can become buried. If you 2016, I was sworn in snow removal and allowing accessibility Public Safety conjunction with Holiday Market, presents the have a hydrant on or near your as Canton’s Supervisor. for Public Safety vehicle response. (non-emergency) Second Annual Wine and Beer Tasting on Friday, property, the Fire Department is I am taking the reins In declaring a snow emergency, 394-5400 February 17, 7 - 9 p.m., at the Summit on the asking for your assistance in clearing from Supervisor Phil consideration must be given to the Park Banquet Center, 46000 Summit Parkway. the snow away from it. LaJoy who served as amount of snow fall and/or severity Supervisor’s Office Because every second counts when Canton’s Supervisor of weather, along with the ability The event features wine, beer and delicious 394-5185 fighting a fire, having the hydrant for the last eight years to commit department resources to hors d’oeuvres, compliments of Holiday Market. visible and accessible to firefighters with great honor and ensure compliance. Fifty percent of all proceeds will benefit the distinction. I am very Clerk’s Office LiveLikeMax Foundation. This foundation was arriving on a scene could make a Canton Public Safety declares happy to report that 394-5120 created after the passing of Max Pardington to big difference when time is of the a snow emergency when snow Supervisor LaJoy and bring awareness to the importance of healthy essence. accumulation of generally five inches I had the luxury of working together for Treasurer’s Office heart checks and to make them available to all The Canton Post Office is also or more is predicted. The following several days to ensure a smooth and efficient 394-5130 high school students free of charge. requesting that residents clear snow prevailing weather conditions are also from around their mailboxes to ensure transition of responsibility. Tickets are $35 per person in advance and taken into consideration: prompt delivery of mail. Serving as a Canton Trustee the past eight Water Billing $40 at the door. Must be 21 to attend. A limited • Duration of the snow event years gave me insight into the inner workings 394-5240 number of spaces available. Call the Chamber of our community. However, as the Supervisor, • High winds, drifting, blizzard-like at 453-4040 or purchase online at www. I am rapidly gaining a greater appreciation of conditions Summit on the Park cantonchamber.com. Homeowner Association the efforts of my predecessors and the work • Warming conditions 394-5460 they have done over the years to make Canton • Sleet, freezing rain, etc. updates requested such a great place to live. Ordinance Enforcement Annual Butterfly Ball returns Canton continually works to During a snow emergency parking 394-5335 keep an updated list of Homeowner It is my intention to work hard for all of Canton’s is prohibited on all streets in Canton Associations, the current president Canton’s residents over the next four years to very popular to provide adequate access for plows GFL (refuse collection) and/or management company, and maintain One Canton for all residents. One Valentine’s and emergency vehicles. Voluntary 866/772-8900 the related contact information. If you Canton for all stakeholders to be able to fully tradition compliance is appreciated, but sit on your HOA Board and have NOT enjoy everything Canton has to offer in terms returns on the traffic order does provide for Canton Public Library updated your contact information (or of a safe and vibrant community. February 10 enforcement action to be taken, up to 397-0999 are not sure if it has been updated), In the short and long term my priorities are and 11 to and including, vehicles being ticketed please call 734/394-5185 or e-mail to focus on these Canton issues: the Summit and/or towed. Village Theater at [email protected] with the on the Park, • The new water-storage facility and shifting For more information contact Kathy Cherry Hill following information: Canton’s waste water treatment completely to offering Rich at 734/394-5357, or at krich@ 394-5300 • Subdivision/Condo Assoc. name BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ypsilanti. The end goal is to slow the rate of canton-mi.org. a unique experience and plenty of special increase of future water-sewer rates. memories! Dads and daughters can enjoy an • HOA Contact Name (and Title) Supervisor evening of dancing, refreshments, a special • To continue the level of services Canton • Address (street, zip) Please Pat Williams butterfly souvenir, and the highly-anticipated- residents have come to expect. provide the P.O. Box used to mail Did you know that Canton’s balloon drop that caps off the festivities. dues, if applicable • To continue efforts to develop a strong Treasurer new Simple Recycling Choose from three dances that are set to relationship between the newly reshaped • Phone, email, website (if Dian Slavens program collected 30,295 take place in the Summit Gymnasium: February applicable) Township Board, neighboring communities pounds of material in 10 at 6:30 p.m.; and February 11 at 2 p.m. or We would also like the following Clerk and staff. November? 6:30 p.m. Semiformal or dressy-casual attire is information, if it applies: Michael Siegrist • To work closely with Wayne County on Simple Recycling is a for- recommended. Ticket sales end on February 1 efforts to improve our roads. and each participant is required to have a ticket • Management Company (along TRUSTEES profit recycler committed to • Consider all potential Ford Road offering residents the easiest for entry. Tickets are just $10.50 for residents with address, phone, contact person John Anthony improvements that may reduce accidents. way to keep usable materials and $13.50 for non-residents. and contact email) Sommer N. Foster **Please indicate who/what Anne Marie Graham- If, at any time, you have questions or from the landfill. These dances traditionally sell out, so be sure information you would like us to post Hudak concerns related to Canton, please call my The program is free to purchase tickets early. For more information, Steven Sneideman office at 734/394-5185. of charge and began in visit www.cantonfun.org or call 394-5460. on our website. November, 2016. on Leisure Services Earn Summit Bucks Winter Markets return to Summit banquet Be sure to take advantage of the lobby Summit’s special promotion and earn The first of three monthly Winter Markets will be $10 worth of Summit Bucks for every held on Sunday, February 26 in the Summit on the $50 you spend on eligible purchases Park lobby, 46000 Summit Parkway. Markets are also now - January 15. Summit Bucks can scheduled for March 19 and April 23 at the Summit; all be redeemed for eligible Memberships with special winter market hours from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Health and Wellness purchases through January 31. Over 20 local vendors will be featured at the first Market of the winter season. Michigan goods available Eligible purchases include: Summit include spinach, kale, greens, apples, cider, sauces, Memberships, and eligible Health honey, granola, pasture raised meats, a variety of baked & Wellness offerings (including goods, artisan cheese and bread, dressings, frozen Registered Fitness Classes, Personal falafel, sauerkraut, pasties, hand-crafted soap and more. Training Packages and Wellness Coaching Packages). Find all Summit For more information, check out our website at Bucks details online at www. www.cantonfun.org as well as www.facebook.com/ summitonthepark.org. The Summit cantonfarmersmarket. on the Park, located at 46000 Summit Parkway, is a 90,000 plus square- Pheasant Run Golf Club update foot facility featuring a fitness center, Seeking a great venue to host your golf league? aquatic center, gymnasium, aerobic Pheasant Run Golf Club, 46500 Summit Parkway, studio, racquetball court, indoor track, provides three challenging nines to entertain your dry sauna, steam room and much league members. Leagues at Pheasant Run receive many more. Learn how to make the Summit great benefits such as Pro Shop and food and beverage on the Park your fitness and recreation discounts, as well as green fee specials and discounted destination at www.summitonthepark. range fees on your scheduled league day. Our Fore Star org. For more information, call Grill provides a great post-round back drop to enjoy a Membership Services at 394-5460. beverage along with an entrée from our fantastic menu. For more information, visit www.golfprgc.org. In the CLS Spotlight

Get into the fun of stitching for a good cause The Canton community has many talented and creative individuals who are stitching, knitting and crafting handmade items for so many to enjoy. At Canton Club 55+, located in the Summit on the Park, groups gather regularly to make crafts that are shared with family, friends and those in need. The Afghan Club spend hours making blankets for Veterans’ Haven, Inc., as well as hats, scarves and mittens for those in need throughout our community. Another dedicated group that meets regularly is the Handcrafters group, who whip up favors for homebound seniors, as well as winter wear for the Canton Goodfellows. Additionally, many of the artisans from these groups participate in one-day events like Little Stitches of Hope. At this event, participants donate their time and talents to sew dresses out of pillow cases for the children of central Africa. The time, dedication and talent that is being poured in to these projects is commendable. If you would like information on how to get involved or make a donation of supplies to any of these groups, please call 734/394-5485 or email [email protected]. • Little Stitches of Hope: January 31 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Afghan/Dishcloth Club: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Tuesdays from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Handcrafters: Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. on Leisure Services The Village Theater in the spotlight Summit swim meets Start the New Year off with some unforgettable On January 21, come join us for a fun- entertainment at The Village Theater on January 16, filled Swim Meet at the Summit on the when Canton Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther Park, located at 46000 Summit Parkway. King, Jr. through song, dance and inspiring This event, which will start at 6 p.m., is for words. This tribute to the life and legacy of this those looking to get onto a competitive civil rights leader is presented by the Commission swim team or just looking to let loose of a for Culture, Arts, and Heritage, members of the little energy. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Sub-Committee, and Participants must currently be in Summit Canton Township. The event will begin at 6 p.m. Swim School level 4 or above or in our with a cookies and punch reception that is open to Competitive Prep Swim Team. Registration the public. The main stage program is scheduled fee is just $10. Sign up by January 9 to begin at 6:30 p.m. This year’s keynote address online at www.summitonthepark.org. For will be presented by Monica L. Merritt, Plymouth- additional information, call the Summit Canton Community Schools Superintendent. Swim School at 734/394-5467. Musical entertainment will be provided by the Workman Elementary School Choir under the direction of Keri L. Mueller; Interfaith Community Bartlett’s Kids Club update Outreach (ICO) Choir directed by Inderjeet Talwar; If you are looking for ways to get your along with a presentation by spoken word artist, kids off the couch this winter, check out Khadega Mohammed. Tickets are just $2 at Bartlett’s Kids Club’s Family Fun Days, the door. For additional information, visit www. which will be held at the Summit on the cantonvillagetheater.org or call 734/394-5300. Park on the third Saturday of each month. There’s fun for the entire family when Larry These special activity days will focus on Callahan and Selected of God perform at family time. Canton’s Village Theater on Saturday, January 21, at Attention all Lumber Jacks and Jills! 7 p.m. This world renowned community Gospel Bartlett’s Kids Club is going to ‘Channel Choir, from the Detroit Area, has performed the Flannel’ in January with plenty of with many major artists, including the award- lumberjack fun and games. Break out your winning Chrysler 200 SuperBowl commercial best flannel shirt and be sure not to ‘Feed with Eminem and America’s Got Talent. Selected the bears’ on January 21 from noon to of God has performed across the United States 1:30 p.m. In addition, don’t forget that and internationally for the Nike France All-Star the water hole will be open afterward for Basketball Game. The choir will be in full concert open swim in the Aquatic Center. Pre- at The Village Theater, along with their special registration is required. This event is FREE guest, the 40+ member Detroit Youth Choir. for all Summit on the Park members, $3 Join them, Saturday, January 21, at the Village per child for Canton residents, and $4 Theater for an awesome night of traditional and per child for non-residents. Visit www. contemporary Gospel music. Tickets are just $15. summitonthepark.org to learn more about Back by popular demand, the Cashore each month’s themed-activity. Marionettes return to Canton’s Village Theater on Saturday, February 4 at 2 and 7 p.m. Experience two amazing performances featuring this Club 55+ Valentine’s Day internationally acclaimed group who take puppetry Afternoon Tea to the ultimate level. “Simple Gifts,” is a family- Area seniors are encouraged to attend friendly performance featuring a series of touching a special Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea at portrayals and poignant scenes from everyday Club 55+ on Wednesday, February 8 from life. Tickets are $12 each. “Life in Motion,” 1-3 p.m. Enjoy finger sandwiches, scones, features a portrayal of characters that is powerful, desserts and, of course, tea. entertaining and a one-of-a-kind evening for adults and children ages 12 and older. Tickets are For additional information or to register $15 for all ages. Get your tickets online today at for the event, please call Canton Club 55+ www.cantonvillagetheater.org. at 734/394-5485. Important Canton Phone Numbers

A message from Supervisor Williams Snow emergencies in Canton Administration Building Chamber Wine and Beer Tasting Fire hydrant snow removal A snow emergency is declared for 394-5100 event returns When heavy snow falls, fire On November 22, the purpose of clearing streets for The Canton Chamber of Commerce, in hydrants can become buried. If you 2016, I was sworn in snow removal and allowing accessibility Public Safety conjunction with Holiday Market, presents the have a hydrant on or near your as Canton’s Supervisor. for Public Safety vehicle response. (non-emergency) Second Annual Wine and Beer Tasting on Friday, property, the Fire Department is I am taking the reins In declaring a snow emergency, 394-5400 February 17, 7 - 9 p.m., at the Summit on the asking for your assistance in clearing from Supervisor Phil consideration must be given to the Park Banquet Center, 46000 Summit Parkway. the snow away from it. LaJoy who served as amount of snow fall and/or severity Supervisor’s Office Because every second counts when Canton’s Supervisor of weather, along with the ability The event features wine, beer and delicious 394-5185 fighting a fire, having the hydrant for the last eight years to commit department resources to hors d’oeuvres, compliments of Holiday Market. visible and accessible to firefighters with great honor and ensure compliance. Fifty percent of all proceeds will benefit the distinction. I am very Clerk’s Office LiveLikeMax Foundation. This foundation was arriving on a scene could make a Canton Public Safety declares happy to report that 394-5120 created after the passing of Max Pardington to big difference when time is of the a snow emergency when snow Supervisor LaJoy and bring awareness to the importance of healthy essence. accumulation of generally five inches I had the luxury of working together for Treasurer’s Office heart checks and to make them available to all The Canton Post Office is also or more is predicted. The following several days to ensure a smooth and efficient 394-5130 high school students free of charge. requesting that residents clear snow prevailing weather conditions are also from around their mailboxes to ensure transition of responsibility. Tickets are $35 per person in advance and taken into consideration: prompt delivery of mail. Serving as a Canton Trustee the past eight Water Billing $40 at the door. Must be 21 to attend. A limited • Duration of the snow event years gave me insight into the inner workings 394-5240 number of spaces available. Call the Chamber of our community. However, as the Supervisor, • High winds, drifting, blizzard-like at 453-4040 or purchase online at www. I am rapidly gaining a greater appreciation of conditions Summit on the Park cantonchamber.com. Homeowner Association the efforts of my predecessors and the work • Warming conditions 394-5460 they have done over the years to make Canton • Sleet, freezing rain, etc. updates requested such a great place to live. Ordinance Enforcement Annual Butterfly Ball returns Canton continually works to During a snow emergency parking 394-5335 keep an updated list of Homeowner It is my intention to work hard for all of Canton’s is prohibited on all streets in Canton Associations, the current president Canton’s residents over the next four years to very popular to provide adequate access for plows GFL (refuse collection) and/or management company, and maintain One Canton for all residents. One Valentine’s and emergency vehicles. Voluntary 866/772-8900 the related contact information. If you Canton for all stakeholders to be able to fully tradition compliance is appreciated, but sit on your HOA Board and have NOT enjoy everything Canton has to offer in terms returns on the traffic order does provide for Canton Public Library updated your contact information (or of a safe and vibrant community. February 10 enforcement action to be taken, up to 397-0999 are not sure if it has been updated), In the short and long term my priorities are and 11 to and including, vehicles being ticketed please call 734/394-5185 or e-mail to focus on these Canton issues: the Summit and/or towed. Village Theater at [email protected] with the on the Park, • The new water-storage facility and shifting For more information contact Kathy Cherry Hill following information: Canton’s waste water treatment completely to offering Rich at 734/394-5357, or at krich@ 394-5300 • Subdivision/Condo Assoc. name BOARD OF TRUSTEES Ypsilanti. The end goal is to slow the rate of canton-mi.org. a unique experience and plenty of special increase of future water-sewer rates. memories! Dads and daughters can enjoy an • HOA Contact Name (and Title) Supervisor evening of dancing, refreshments, a special • To continue the level of services Canton • Address (street, zip) Please Pat Williams butterfly souvenir, and the highly-anticipated- residents have come to expect. provide the P.O. Box used to mail Did you know that Canton’s balloon drop that caps off the festivities. dues, if applicable • To continue efforts to develop a strong Treasurer new Simple Recycling Choose from three dances that are set to relationship between the newly reshaped • Phone, email, website (if Dian Slavens program collected 30,295 take place in the Summit Gymnasium: February applicable) Township Board, neighboring communities pounds of material in 10 at 6:30 p.m.; and February 11 at 2 p.m. or We would also like the following Clerk and staff. November? 6:30 p.m. Semiformal or dressy-casual attire is information, if it applies: Michael Siegrist • To work closely with Wayne County on Simple Recycling is a for- recommended. Ticket sales end on February 1 efforts to improve our roads. and each participant is required to have a ticket • Management Company (along TRUSTEES profit recycler committed to • Consider all potential Ford Road offering residents the easiest for entry. Tickets are just $10.50 for residents with address, phone, contact person John Anthony improvements that may reduce accidents. way to keep usable materials and $13.50 for non-residents. and contact email) Sommer N. Foster **Please indicate who/what Anne Marie Graham- If, at any time, you have questions or from the landfill. These dances traditionally sell out, so be sure information you would like us to post Hudak concerns related to Canton, please call my The program is free to purchase tickets early. For more information, Steven Sneideman office at 734/394-5185. of charge and began in visit www.cantonfun.org or call 394-5460. on our website. November, 2016. PRST STD U.S. Postage PAID January 2017 POSTAL CUSTOMER Permit No. 253 Volume 29 • Issue 1 Westland, MI www.canton-mi.org