The Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority is again partnering with the city to operate the Thompson Lake beach and boat launch this summer.
On Monday, Howell City Council approved the 2017 letter of understanding with the Howell Area Parks and Recreation Authority, or HAPRA. The agreement facilitates the operation of the Howell City Park guard booth, beach front and boat launch at Thompson Lake. Manager Shea Charles says the city contracts with HAPRA to staff the boat launch and entrance to the park, along with the maintenance crew and beach concession stand. Charles says the partnership has worked very well for the last several years because it allows HAPRA to coordinate schedules for their programming.
The City of Howell, as well as Oceola, Marion and Genoa Townships make up the authority, which offers two free annual passes to each resident of these municipalities. Howell Township residents receive one free pass. The letter of understanding will be effective this season starting in May and lasting through the fall. (DK)
Local Recreation Authority To Once Again Man Howell City Park And Boat LaunchLocal Recreation Authority To Once Again Man Howell City Park And Boat Launch
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Public Hearing Thursday On Proposed Sewer Rate Increase In Brighton Twp. Public Hearing Thursday On Proposed Sewer Rate Increase In Brighton Twp.
Brighton Township residents will have the opportunity to weigh in on a proposed sanitary sewer rate increase next week.
Township Manager Brian Vick provided an update during the last board meeting, in anticipation of the February 23rd public hearing date. He stated an updated scenario was provided by the township consultant. A recalculation of the sewer rate study was performed, which took into consideration township board direction. It reflects an updated user charge figure of $106 per quarter. The combined user charge and debt service charge would total $186.50 per quarter, or a 6% increase in the total quarterly bill. The lower numbers are due to a reduction in legal expenses. Vick said the 20% previously discussed was a reflection of just increasing the operations and maintenance portion. Once the attorney fees were reduced, the number came down.
It was noted during the meeting that written comments could be submitted prior to the public hearing. The hearing is scheduled in the board room of the Brighton Township Hall at 7pm on Thursday, February 23rd, in conjunction with a regular board budget work session. There is the potential for board action. (JM)
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Green Oak Postpones Decision On Housing Project At 9 Mile & RushtonGreen Oak Postpones Decision On Housing Project At 9 Mile & Rushton
Developers hoping to build on a parcel in Green Oak have more work to do before they get preliminary site plan approval.
Bill Anderson of Atwell Consulting and Engineering was hoping to receive preliminary approval to move forward with a project that will see construction of 257 homes at the corner of 9 Mile and Rushton Roads, but was postponed to make more changes. Thursdayâs meeting was the third time Anderson brought plans to the township. The Planning Commission told Anderson site plan approval was not on the agenda, only a public hearing on the issue. After lengthy discussion and a handful of comments from neighboring property owners, the Planning Commission opted to postpone a decision until its next meeting. Lamberto Smigliani says there are a number of considerations to be made yet.
Smigliani says the developers will have to come back to the Planning Commission for a final review of the preliminary site plan of the PUD to make sure it is something they think is right for the township. He says the township feels very strongly about things like driveway setbacks, front yard setbacks, streets, making sure there is enough parking for community functions at a planned community center, making sure the paths are accessible to different areas of the community, and they felt strongly that those are things that will be a community benefit.
Residents who spoke up were concerned that the planned unit development doesnât meet the townshipâs master plan. They were concerned about the number of homes to be put into the parcel as well as wetlands and the impact on water wells. The Planning Commission questioned adding an access road to Rushton Road as the site plans called for two entrances from 9 Mile, which would create problems during morning and evening commutes. Smigliani says the Township Board of Trustees will make the ultimate decision as to whether the development is approved. He says they will decide whether the development will benefit the township overall and fit into its master plan. (DS)
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Walk For Warmth Hopes to Surpass Last Year's Totals to Help Families in NeedWalk For Warmth Hopes to Surpass Last Year's Totals to Help Families in Need
The Oakland Livingston Human Services Agency (OLHSA) held its 27th annual Walk For Warmth at the old Hartland High School Saturday morning.
For the first time in the history of the event, the Hartland Farms Elementary Choir helped kick off the event singing the Star Spangled Banner. Nearly 320 people walked the halls of the building to raise funds to offset the cost of heating for those in need in Livingston County. A few years ago Dale Fracassi fell on hard times and had to ask for help. He and his 5-year old daughter Lilly McDaniels walked as a way to say thanks. He says he was diagnosed with lymphoma cancer and although he tried he couldn't work while he was being treated. As a single dad, he says it was overwhelming, and he didn't have anywhere else to go. He says he went to talk to OLHSA and they helped him out greatly. He says if it hadn't been for OLHSA he and his daughter would have been homeless.
Fracassi says as a single dad when cancer struck, he didnât know where to turn. He says he had been turned down for Social Security and other assistance when his brother suggested he go to OLHSA. OLHSA CEO Susan Harding says the money raised in Livingston County stays in here to help people who need assistance with winter heating bills. Like Fracassi, Harding says oftentimes people donât know OLHSA helps not only for heating assistance, but other things as well. She tells WHMI the organization can help anyone who needs it. She says Walk for Warmth raises funds specifically for heating assistance, whether it is for propane, natural gas or electric and anything related to heat. It's one of the only non-discretionary funds, so they can help anyone with it. She says there is never enough, though, so they do get state and federal money to add to it, but it always runs out.
Harding says the agency relies on the community and local business support to help those in need. She estimates they help an average of 400 individuals and families each year, and they usually run out of funds before the winter is over. This year organizers hope to raise $185,000 between the event in Hartland and one held earlier in Oakland County. Last year Livingston County raised nearly $95,000, and organizers are hoping to surpass that. Donations continue for the next several weeks. To help click the link below.
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"Jaws" Next Featured Livingston Reads Selection"Jaws" Next Featured Livingston Reads Selection
A thrilling, modern classic selection is the next book featured as part of a community wide reading event.
The Livingston Reads: One Book, One Community returns in March and April with Peter Benchleyâs Jaws. All six public libraries in Brighton, Hartland, Fowlerville, Hamburg, Howell and Pinckney are participating and have various events and activities planned around the book and theme. The Livingston Reads program runs March 1st thru April 30th. Related programming can be found on individual Livingston County libraries' websites.
More information is available in the link. (JM)
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About 300,000 Gallons Spilled in Brighton Water Main Break About 300,000 Gallons Spilled in Brighton Water Main Break
Brighton city officials were told at Thursday nightâs council meeting that about 300,000 gallons of water were spilled due to a water main break last week. The break occurred Monday afternoon on Washington St., between 2nd and 3rd streets on the cityâs west side. Washington and Franklin streets in that area were closed while repairs were made. City Utilities Director Tim Krugh told council that the huge volume of water spilled out of the ruptured main and onto the street in just 10 minutes. However, he said that quick work by city crews got the ruptured line repaired just 20 minutes after they were called to the scene. Brighton city residents were asked to run their tap water a while if they observed a cloudy color, but Krugh says there was never a health risk, and a water emergency did not have to be declared. (TT)
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Brighton Officer Returns To Duty After Battling CancerBrighton Officer Returns To Duty After Battling Cancer
A Brighton Police officer who was on medical leave for a full year is back on the job, effective today.
Acting Police Chief Rob Bradford tells WHMI that officer Wes Gibbard had been diagnosed with cancer. However, after one year of chemotherapy and other forms of treatment, the 35-year-old officer is now cancer-free.
Officer Gibbard, who is a patrol officer, is married. He has been with the Brighton Police Dept. for 10 years.
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2017 Champion For Children Nominations Sought 2017 Champion For Children Nominations Sought
Nominations are being sought of individuals who go above and beyond to positively impact childrenâs lives in Livingston County.
The Great Start Collaborative and LACASA Centerâs Child Abuse Prevention Council are seeking nominations for the 2017 Champion for Children. Nominees are described as dedicated individuals who make a tremendous impact toward ensuring Livingston County children grow up safe and healthy. Past recipients have included educators, coaches, public employees, foster parents, child care providers and community volunteers.
CAP Council Coordinator Holly Naylor says these are individuals in the community who are doing great, kind, loving things and unsung work â which is why theyâre doing their best to turn the spotlight on them for once to say thank you. Naylor says none of the nominees expect the recognition but they feel itâs important they get it. She tells WHMI a nominee might be a person whose love of children is evident in the work they do or the way they spend their extra time.
The nomination process is simple and individuals should submit a letter to Naylor by email at hnaylor@lacasacenter.org or at the LACASA office explaining the reason for their nomination, what the person has demonstrated in their life, their activities and how they have positively impacted children in Livingston County. Naylor says usually an individual is chosen but there have been multiple honorees in the past. The deadline for submissions is Friday, March 17th. Representatives from CAP and Great Start will then meet to discuss the nominees and determine a winner. The person or persons chosen as the 2017 Champion for Children will be recognized in April at a luncheon following the CAP Councilâs annual Plant a Pinwheel Day. (JM)
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Pharmacy Closes At VG's In Brighton Ahead Of SalePharmacy Closes At VG's In Brighton Ahead Of Sale
Customers who have their prescriptions filled through VG's Pharmacy at the VG's food center on Grand River in Brighton are being told to have their prescriptions filed at a local drug store.
WHMI reported last week that the Brighton VG's store had been sold to Buschâs, a small supermarket chain based in Ann Arbor. Although VG's stores have a separate pharmacy dept., Buschâs stores do not. People coming into the Brighton VG's have noticed the pharmacy locked up, with a notice posted on the window telling customers to get their prescriptions filled at CVS. One customer told WHMI she received a phone call from the CVS main office saying her prescription files had been transferred to CVS and she should go to the store on Whitmore Lake Road at East Grand River to have them filled.
Buschâs has said that Brighton VG's personnel affected by the sale will be given the opportunity for employment at one of Buschâs locations in Southeast Michigan. However, there is no word on the fate of the registered pharmacists who were employed at the Brighton store.
Buschâs has 16 stores in Southeastern Michigan, including in Pinckney and South Lyon. Buschâs officials say they will extensively remodel the Brighton store, and that it will remain open while the remodeling takes place, reportedly beginning in April.
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Pinckney Group Fighting ET Rover Pipeline Meets Tuesday Night Pinckney Group Fighting ET Rover Pipeline Meets Tuesday Night
A meeting is planned Tuesday night for local citizens concerned about the ET Rover Interstate Pipeline Project running through Livingston County and the Huron River Watershed.
The âET Rover Go Homeâ group has organized and will be discussing the pipeline project and the impact to the communities surrounding Pinckney. The ET Rover Company will be installing a 42" high pressure underground natural gas pipeline through portions of Putnam Township. Sections of the pipeline will be routed under the Portage Creek, various watersheds and private properties surrounding the Portage/Huron Watershed. Group organizers say citizens have not been made aware of what they say is a potentially hazardous pipeline and the dangers it could cause.
Most recently, it was noted that Putnam Township would allow the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) to act on their behalf when it comes to allowing construction of the pipeline that would pass through a portion of wetlands. The township has a wetlands ordinance which allows them to waive their responsibility if they feel another organization is going to protect their wetlands. The township is allowing the MDEQ to act as zone enforcement, regarding an application made to construct part of the pipeline underneath some of the municipalityâs wetlands. Rover filed the exact same application with MDEQ as did the township, acknowledging construction will disturb the wetlands.
The ET Go Home group has divided work into various teams centered on collecting questions and finding answers, rapid response to document complaints and violations, lobbying elected officials, building membership and fundraising. They will meet tomorrow night in Room A at the Hamburg Township Library off Merrill Road tomorrow from 6:30 to 8pm. The groupâs Facebook page has also been updated, which serves as an information exchange between residents and concerned citizens. A link is posted. Facebook photo. (JM)
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Three Area Residents Killed In Eaton County Rollover CrashThree Area Residents Killed In Eaton County Rollover Crash
Two Livingston County residents were among three people killed over the weekend in a mid-Michigan rollover crash.
The Eaton County Sheriff's Office says that family members 63-year-old Kevin Haas of Linden, 66-year-old Kimberly Trasciatti of Howell and 88-year-old Lorraine Haas of Hartland were all killed in the single-vehicle crash Saturday morning at I-69 and Ainger Road.
An investigation determined that the Ford pickup truck they were in went off the roadway just before 7:30am as they exited southbound I-69 onto Ainger Road. It crashed in a wooded area, ejecting two of the occupants, who were pronounced dead at the scene. The third victim died later at a nearby hospital. A cause for the crash remains under investigation. (JK)
Picture courtesy of WLNS
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Tickets On Sale For Yearly "Salute To The Stars" Celebrity Dance CompetitionTickets On Sale For Yearly "Salute To The Stars" Celebrity Dance Competition
Tickets are now on sale for an annual dance competition that raises funds for local senior citizens in need.
The Salute to the Stars and Celebrity Dance Competition will be held March 18th at Crystal Gardens in Genoa Township. The event, put on each year by Livingston County Catholic Charities (LCCC), funds outreach services provided to community low income and homebound seniors.
Marketing Director Julie Amman says even though Livingston County appears to be a very affluent community, poverty is still present. According to LCCCâs senior program statistics from the last fiscal year, over 83% of the seniors they served live at or below 150% of the national poverty level.
The evening will feature four dance teams comprised of local celebrity pairs. Leading up to the event, guests can vote for their favorite team online. Each vote costs $5 and every dollar is given to LCCCâs senior program. Then on the night of Salute to the Stars, the teams will face off in a dance competition. The winning team will be determined by a combination of online and in-house voting, and a panel of judges.
The event also includes strolling dinner stations, a mini auction and a cash bar. Tickets are $60 individually, $440 for a table of 8 and $550 for a table of 10. The deadline to purchase tickets is March 10th and can be done so through LCCCâs offices or online at the link below. (DK)
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St. Joe Livingston Donation Keeps Sexual Assault Program Up & RunningSt. Joe Livingston Donation Keeps Sexual Assault Program Up & Running
A local hospitalâs donation will allow a program to continue that provides assistance to victim of sexual assault.
St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital recently donated $40,000 to LACASAâs Sexual Assault Response Center, which will enable the program to continue operating in Livingston County. LACASAâs President & CEO Bobette Schrandt says recent state funding cuts threatened their ability to cover the costs of a part-time Nurse Manager and on-call Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners and that the program would have closed otherwise.
The Sexual Assault Response Center at LACASA provides forensic examinations for rape victims and collects evidence for rape kits. Specially-trained nurse examiners perform the exams and provide treatment and follow-up services for victims and survivors. Dr. Robert Fields, the hospitalâs medical director of Emergency Services, reiterated the programâs importance by adding that that when they refer a victim to LACASA, they know they will receive care from a specially-trained team of sexual assault experts, providing a continuum of care that includes follow-up counseling and support services.
The services at LACASAâs Sexual Assault Response Center are confidential and provided at no charge. Schrandt added that unlike at a public facility, medical insurers are not involved, enabling them to ensure the victimâs identity is protected and their care is private and confidential. Victims and survivors of sexual assault or rape can contact the Sexual Assault Response Center 24 hours-a-day, 365 days-a-week, by calling LACASAâs Help Line at 866-522-2725.
(Pictured from left) Deanna Norris, LACASA community engagement director, Elizabeth Stahl, LACASA programs director, Patricia Claffey, LACASA Board of Directors vice-chair, Bobette Schrandt, LACASA president & CEO; John O'Malley, president of St. Joseph Mercy Livingston; Dr. Robert Fields, medical director, Emergency Services, St. Joseph Mercy Livingston and Katie Rusak, development director, St. Joseph Mercy Livingston
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Howell Teen Bound Over For Trial On Charges In Fatal CrashHowell Teen Bound Over For Trial On Charges In Fatal Crash
A Livingston County man has been bound over for trial on charges of 2nd degree murder in a fatal traffic crash.
19-year-old Jordan Watson of Howell is accused of being intoxicated when he drove into two Waterford Township homes October 9th with four other people in the vehicle. One of those passengers, 19-year-old Gage Remsberg of Highland Township, remained hospitalized until his death December 8th. That prompted authorities to then upgrade the charges against Watson to 2nd degree murder. His case was bound over from 51st District Court in Waterford last week to Oakland County Circuit Court, where he will be arraigned March 1st.
Watson is also charged with six other counts of OWI causing serious injury and OWI with a suspended license. Authorities said Watson was traveling south on Scott Lake Road in excess of 90 mph, before his vehicle crossed over Elizabeth Lake Road and into the attached garage of an unoccupied home. The vehicle then continued out through the side wall of the garage and struck the side of an adjacent home, before coming to rest. Watson reportedly had a blood-alcohol content of 0.32% at the time of the crash, which is four times the legal driving limit.
Also charged in the case is a 17-year-old Commerce Township female who was a passenger in the vehicle. Police say the car in question belonged to her father, but she had legal control over it that night and is accused of knowingly allowing Watson to drive while he was intoxicated. She is next due in court April 21st for an exam conference. (JK)
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Brighton Looks To Establish System That Will Curb Over-Serving At BarsBrighton Looks To Establish System That Will Curb Over-Serving At Bars
The city of Brighton has had problems lately with over-drinking at establishments that serve alcohol, and the problems that result.
At a January study session, then-police chief Tom Wightman, who has since retired, and current Acting Police Chief Rob Bradford, presented council with an analysis of police reports between 2014 and 2016 regarding incidents at establishments which have had problems with over-consumption of alcohol. These incidents have resulted in drunk driving arrests, disorderly conduct involving fights spilling outside onto the street, and â in a small number of cases â assault, larceny, trespassing and property damage.
Three specific establishments were mentioned in the report as being the source of the majority of the problems, including The Pound, Lu & Carlâs and Stout Irish Pub. However, the report stated that most of them occurred at the Pound Bar & Grill at West Main and West streets in âOld Downtownâ. No establishments thought of primarily as restaurants, and not bars, were the source of problems according to the report.
City Manager Nate Geinzer tells WHMI the city wants to have the tools necessary to hold the bars and restaurants accountable, in the event that they over-serve customers. Geinzer says the issue âis not monstrousâ but itâs better to get a system in place than to wait until they have a full-blown problem on their hands.
Bradford told city officials that that the police dept. holds periodic meetings and training sessions with the owners, managers and bartenders at these establishments on how to better manage the potential for patrons to be over-served. However, he told council that despite that, the problems continue to rise. Bradford said the police departmentâs hands are tied in terms of doing more, until the city adopts a stricter ordinance pertaining to establishments that sell alcoholic beverages.
The police department is recommending the city enact a process for annual reviews of liquor licenses and adopt a policy that would subject offending establishments to greater scrutiny. While the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, and not the city, is the agency which approves, renews, suspends, and revokes liquor licenses, Bradford said a negative police report would carry great weight as to whether a barâs liquor license is renewed or not. Geinzer said staff will be working on a draft ordinance to place tighter restrictions on bars and restaurants â an ordinance which will go to council for review and adoption at a future date. (TT)
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Volunteer Breakfast Will Mark 40th Anniversary Of Livingston County United WayVolunteer Breakfast Will Mark 40th Anniversary Of Livingston County United Way
A yearly breakfast meeting will highlight local volunteers, while also celebrating a non-profit organizationâs anniversary.
The Livingston County United Way will celebrate its 40th anniversary at the annual âSpirit of the Communityâ Breakfast on March 22nd at Crystal Gardens in Genoa Township. 2017 marks the nonprofitâs 40th year as Livingston County United Way, when five area United Funds merged into one agency to serve the collective good of the county.
LCUWâs ultimate mission and focus is to help move struggling families forward with community-focused initiatives in the areas of financial stability, every child ready and community wellness. The breakfast and program will celebrate volunteers, leadership, and the work of many partners in Livingston County.
Reservations can be made by calling 810-494-3000, emailing lcuw@lcunitedway.org, or online at the link below. For more information, visit www.lcunitedway.org.
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Green Oak Cold Case Murder Now A 14-Year-Old MysteryGreen Oak Cold Case Murder Now A 14-Year-Old Mystery
Today marks the fourteen year anniversary of a Green Oak Township cold case murder mystery.
19-year-old Anthony âNikkiâ Nicholas was found shot to death in a farmhouse on property between M-36 and Spicer Road on February 21st, 2003. Nicholas lived life as a woman and made a living as a female impersonator in Detroit area bars. Green Oak Township Police Chief Jason Pless says the murder is still a cold case that they continue to work. Pless has said there are two hopes that will break the case: either someone comes forward with information or there is some type of forensic development with physical evidence and changes in technology to help identify a suspect.
Authorities previously indicated they believed Nicholas was murdered at the abandoned farmhouse, as opposed to being killed elsewhere and then dumped locally, but remain open to any possibility. Anyone who may have information on the unsolved homicide is asked to call the Green Oak Police Department. Anonymous tips can also be made to CrimeStoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP. (JK)
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Hartland Consolidated Schools To Ask for Sinking Fund Millage In MayHartland Consolidated Schools To Ask for Sinking Fund Millage In May
A local school district plans to ask residents to vote on a ballot initiative to help raise funds for buildings and technology upgrades.
Last fall the Hartland Consolidated Schools Board of Education agreed to go to the voters for a sinking fund millage. Monday night, Superintendent Chuck Hughes told the Board of Trustees last night that plans are moving forward to get the word out about the upcoming vote. The district will ask for .5 mills for a sinking fund on the May school election ballot. Hughes says the sinking fund wonât cost district voters any additional money but will instead keep the district from having to dip into its general fund for repair costs.
Hughes says it's called the building and site sinking fund and the money raised can be used for building upgrades and remodeling, technology and repairs. He says this would take the place of funds from the general fund. Hughes says if it passes, the board has agreed to lower the current debt retirement tax levy by .05 mills. This money would be put into it's place, so there would be a net zero increase in the tax rate for the residents of the district.
Hughes says sinking funds are common in school districts around the state, but the average is 1.4 mills over and above operations. He says a sinking fund is one way in which school districts can ask voters for more money, but this millage wonât cost taxpayers anything additional. Hughes says there is already an 8.55 mill levy for operations, which will be lowered to 8.05 mills for the life of the sinking fund. The net effect will be that residents will continue to pay 8.55 mills, but the half mill will be put into a separate fund just for building maintenance, technology upgrades and repairs. He says if the millage passes on May 2nd, the district will collect $600,000 a year over the next 10 years. It will be effective with the December tax bills. (DS)
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AARP Michigan Calls On Congress & President Trump To Protect MedicareAARP Michigan Calls On Congress & President Trump To Protect Medicare
Medicare advocates are calling on Congress and President Trump to make sure that the program, which they believe is a fundamental promise to all Americans, is protected.
Lisa Dedden-Cooper, manager of advocacy for AARP Michigan, says a new voucher plan that's being discussed to replace the current Medicare system would have a negative effect on both current and future retirees. While campaigning for President, Donald Trump pledged to protect both Social Security and Medicare, but within days of his election, House Speaker Paul Ryan revived his plan to replace it with a fixed-dollar subsidy that beneficiaries would use to buy private health insurance.
Dedden-Cooper says AARP's analysis shows a voucher system would dramatically increase health-care costs and make them unaffordable for many on fixed incomes. "We can see that it would cost the average senior thousands of dollars out of their pockets, and of course, this would be at a time in their lives when they can least afford it."
Currently two-million Michigan residents are enrolled in Medicare. Dedden-Cooper says it's important to remember the program isn't a handout and that a retiree with an annual income of less than $25,000 already spends $1 out of every $6 on health care. "Beneficiaries are still responsible for paying monthly premiums and co-payments and annual deductibles, on top of what they've already paid into the system through their paychecks over the years."
Dedden-Cooper says if saving money is the goal, there are other ways to accomplish that, including a proposal that would allow Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices, an idea that President Trump has said he endorses. And while Trump hasnât addressed Medicare and Social Security directly since being elected, then Vice President-elect Mike Pence said in December that the administration would keep its promises on both programs.(JK)
Public News Service assisted with this story.
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Michigan Supreme Court Justice McCormack To Visit Veterans Court GraduationMichigan Supreme Court Justice McCormack To Visit Veterans Court Graduation
A member of the stateâs highest court will be in Livingston County to mark a unique graduation ceremony.
Michigan Supreme Court Justice Bridget McCormack will be in Howell Wednesday for the graduation ceremony of the Livingston County Veterans Treatment Court. Sheâll join Presiding Judge Carol Sue Reader, who was instrumental in getting the court off the ground. The program is 18 to 24 months in length, depending on the participantâs ability to comply with court orders and treatment recommendations.
The court works toward sobriety, recovery, and stability through a coordinated response that involves collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs, volunteer veteran mentors, and other organizations. According to the Michigan Supreme Court 2015 report, âSolving Problems, Saving Lives,â unemployment for graduates of veterans treatments courts in Michigan has been cut by more than half. In addition, Michigan is a national leader with 25 veterans treatment courts.
The Livingston County Veterans Treatment Court began accepting participants in December 2014, and has graduated four veterans since its implementation. Another four are expected to graduate at Wednesdayâs ceremony, which starts at 9am at the Judicial Center off Highlander Way. (JK)
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