A representative from the Livingston County Planning Department visited Tyrone Township to give an update on the county Master Plan.
Director of the county Planning Department Kathleen Kline-Hudson visited the Tyrone Township Planning Commission during their regular meeting, Tuesday night. With the county getting ready to prepare a new master plan, Kline-Hudson shared with commissioners how the process has been going. Since early 2016,the director said they have held vision preference workshops with the community, held a 7 part educational series with MSU Extension, and run a successful Facebook photo contest that will provide pictures within the finished plan. She said the new document they are drafting will be a lot different this time around. The Planning Department is working hard at finding hot trends that are pertinent to residents, and then assigning best practices for each trend. Tyrone Township Planning Commission chairman Mark Meisel said the county is streamlining the plan in areas they can, like by no longer including a future land use map. He said one advantage they had was being able to compare maps and identify possible border conflicts, however the townships have managed that among themselves well enough.
KlineâHudson said the Planning Department felt that was best left in local hands, as well. She said the new plan will be very visual and when viewed online will have links to make it easy for the local governments to find what they need. Meisel said this will be valuable when Tyrone Township needs to look at updating their plan later this year. The Planning Department is hopeful to have the new Master Plan ready and in the hands of the Livingston County townships for review by fall. (MK)
County Master Plan Update Given In Tyrone TownshipCounty Master Plan Update Given In Tyrone Township
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LESA To Promote Reading Campaign At Fowlerville FairLESA To Promote Reading Campaign At Fowlerville Fair
The Reading Corner at the Fowlerville Fair will have a new event this year.
Read Aloud, hosted by Great Start of Livingston will be held Wednesday, July 26th from 10am to 2pm. Families are invited to sit back and relax with a book at the Reading Corner at the annual Fowlerville Fair and enjoy books to take with them. Kids will also be able to take home a book bag, coloring bookmark, and bracelet. This event is part of the organizations Read Aloud campaign, to promote the importance of reading to children and ultimately aim to make reading aloud for 15 minutes a day the new parenting standard.
Guest readers will be in attendance during the childrenâs event including WHMIâs Jon King. Details are posted below. (AS)
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Howell Public Schools Hires New School Resource OfficerHowell Public Schools Hires New School Resource Officer
Howell Public Schools will have a new resource officer to start the upcoming school year and ensure a safe learning environment while building positive relationships between law enforcement, youth, and young adults in the community.
In light of improving economic conditions and strategic planning, the district and the Howell Police Department have re-established a partnership to bring back a dedicated school resource officer. The district and the city will share in the cost of the position, which will be funded for at least the next three years. Howell Officer Don Banfield, a 16-year veteran of the department, is no stranger to the district and had served as the districtâs resource officer before the position was discontinued due to budgetary reasons at the end of the 2013/2014 school year.
Howell Superintendent Erin MacGregor says a need and desire to bring back the position came out of strategic planning and has actually been part of a two year process to free up the resources to do so. He feels the position is critical for safety and security but also a healthy school culture.
MacGregor says while Officer Banfield will primarily be at the high school, he will also be visible in the rest of district buildings. He says another benefit to having Banfield around is support with crisis planning, in case something were to happen on campus or in the district. He will work out of Howell High School but be visible at various events and have jurisdiction over the six schools within the city limits. At the three others outside city boundaries, Banfield will support educational and outreach efforts.
Howell Police Chief George Basar says aside from providing a measure of safety and security, they look forward to the opportunity to be a positive role model, providing guidance, counseling and mentoring. He says the partnership will also help foster positive relationships with youth and young adults in the Howell community.
Officer Banfieldâs formal start date is August 28th but to his credit, MacGregor says Banfield is already discussing ways to start building connections with staff and students prior to that to ensure a smooth transition.
More information about the partnership and Banfieldâs background and experience is available through the link. (JM)
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Fowlerville Man Under Investigation After Crashing Into ChurchFowlerville Man Under Investigation After Crashing Into Church
A crash last week that heavily damaged a church has a Livingston County man under investigation.
The Oakland County Sheriffâs Office says a 2015 Chevy Silverado pick-up truck driven by a 46-year-old Fowlerville man crashed into the Christadelphian Church in Lyon Township last Friday morning. Deputies responded to the church near Milford Road and Ten Mile at about 8:45am and found the truck completely inside the church, leaving heavy damage to both the building and the truck. A South Lyon woman told deputies she had just turned north onto Milford Road when the southbound pickup truck crossed the center line and hit her. The truck then reportedly continued on into the church.
When questioned, the Fowlerville man said he was sleep deprived from working too many hours and had fallen asleep while driving. However, deputies found suspected marijuana and paraphernalia in the truck. After being checked by paramedics, he was transported to the hospital for further evaluation and then later released. Lt. Mark Venus from the Sheriffâs Lyon Township substation said the accident remains under investigation. Picture courtesy of Oakland County Sheriff's Office. (JK)
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Local Girl Wins Prestigious 4-H AwardLocal Girl Wins Prestigious 4-H Award
A local Michigan 4-H member has been honored with receiving the organizationâs highest honor.
Jaycie Brown of Pinckney is one of 31 youths being recognized as a winners of this yearâs Michigan 4-H State Award. Brown received her award in the junior division of Beef Science at a ceremony held last month at Michigan State University. To qualify for the award, she submitted a written application showcasing her learning experiences, knowledge, and skills that she acquired through her time with 4-H. Brownâs commitment and contributions to local 4-H programs, clubs, and her community were also considered.
The Director for Michigan 4-H progams, Julie Chapin, said that winning this award is no small feat and that all of the recipients have proven themselves to be leaders in their clubs, counties, and state. In addition to the physical award, as a junior division winner, Brown received $50 cash. (MK)
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Lucy Road Construction This Summer Should Alleviate Flooding In HowellLucy Road Construction This Summer Should Alleviate Flooding In Howell
Construction will be starting up on a troubled intersection that causes flooding in the City of Howell.
Council met recently and approved an intergovernmental agreement between the City of Howell and the Livingston County Road Commission for the Lucy Road improvement project as well as the bid award. The area is prone to flooding due to debris runoff and gravel that washes out from Lucy Road into a drainage system owned by the Michigan Department of Transportation. The dead end street also sees truck traffic. The Road Commission and M-DOT are partnering to pave the northern portion of Lucy Road, which runs downhill to Grand River, south for roughly 1,100 feet, near the viaduct.
M-DOT and the county do not have a mechanism to perform the cooperative work, so the City is administering the project under an existing 426 agreement and will be reimbursed for all costs related to it. Howell City Manager Shea Charles tells WHMI large rain events wreak havoc with the MDOT sump pumps underneath the viaduct and the project should mitigate the flooding situation.
Itâs anticipated that work will be starting shortly and the City was reaching out to property owners to let them know whatâs coming. Charles says the local contractor is geared up and the project must be completed by the end of September so there is a tight timeline. Lucy Road will remain open because itâs a dead end street and thereâs no other way to bypass traffic.
City officials have commented on the unique partnership the project presents between all three entities and all are comfortable it will be successful. (JM)
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Howell Fire Marshal Receives High DistinctionHowell Fire Marshal Receives High Distinction
A local fire department officer has received a prestigious award that few others can make a claim to.
Howell Area Fire Department Fire Marshal Jamil Czubenko received a certificate recognizing his completion of the Executive Fire Officer program at the Fire Authorityâs meeting, Wednesday night. This is one of the highest academic achievements from the National Fire Academy. The EFO designation is difficult to come by as only 25 officers are accepted into the program each year, and many fail to finish once accepted into it. It is a 4 year program that takes place 2 weeks each year, with a thorough research paper required at the end of each term. Czubenko said he took the challenge very seriously. Czubenko wrote papers on health and wellness within the fire department, preplanning, instant action plans for downtown businesses, and a fourth on recruiting and retaining firemen.
Before Czubenko, only 3 officers in Livingston County had received the designation, and 2 are retired. Those two are former Howell Area Fire Department Chief Jim Reed (far left), and former Deputy Chief Jim Porter (far right), who were both at the ceremony to congratulate their colleague. Current Fire Chief Andy Pless (in white) said Czubenko (holding certificate) is a valuable asset to the department and this award shows off his commitment to the community and to himself. Pless also has the EFO certification. (MK)
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Search For Fowlerville Couple's Missing Daughter Comes Up Empty Search For Fowlerville Couple's Missing Daughter Comes Up Empty
A Livingston County mother and father joined more than 150 police officers and volunteers in another massive search effort to find their missing daughter, which failed to turn up anything.
Searchers fanned out at Hines Park in Livonia on Wednesday searching for the body and belongings of 28-year-old Danielle Stislicki of Farmington Hills, who is presumed dead. The investigation shifted after the arrest of 30-year-old Floyd Galloway of Berkley, who is charged in connection with the attempted rape of a woman in Hines Park in October. Galloway has been dubbed a "person of interest" in Stislicki's case and previously worked as a security guard at the same MetLife office in Southfield where she worked and was last seen. Police say no direct information was obtained from Galloway but FBI profilers noted that criminals often return to the scene of previous crimes. Farmington Hills Police Chief Chuck Nebus said it was routine, and a natural place to search because Galloway was arrested for a crime in the park. Danielleâs parents, Richard and Ann Stislicki, live in Fowlerville and said theyâre grateful for the many men and women of law enforcement and their expertise who were involved in the search and for those that have helped since the beginning. Ann Stislicki said they were with heavy hearts Wednesday and will continue to do what it takes to bring Danielle home, adding they hope to remain strong along with their family and the public who have supported them since her disappearance. Stislicki also asks that people "search areas in their surroundings and local neighborhoods" for items including Danielleâs sky blue colored three-in-one Eddie Bauer coat, black zip-up shirt, blue jeans and burgundy boots. The public is also asked to look for a tan- and brown-striped comforter, which police say could also be important to the case. Police have executed more than 60 search warrants in the case, although the Hines Park search was the largest and more intense.
Anyone with information about the disappearance of Danielle Stislicki is asked to call Farmington Hills Police at 248-871-2610. More information can be found through the link provided. Picture courtesy of clickondetroit.com (JM)
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Green Oak Township Agrees To Revised SELCRA Articles, Including Funding ChangeGreen Oak Township Agrees To Revised SELCRA Articles, Including Funding Change
Green Oak Township has approved amendments to an agreement with a local recreation authority that include changing the way the municipality funds the program.
After the Southeastern Livingston County Recreation Authority, or SELCRA, underwent changes, Green Oak and Brighton Township were the only two participating communities that remained. Both townships contributed to the authority on a per-participant basis, however SELCRA recently amended their Articles of Incorporation, which includes a revision to that funding scenario for the next three years.
On Monday, Brighton Township adopted the modified articles, bringing their annual contribution to a flat fee of $150,000. On Wednesday, Green Oak Township discussed the articles as well and unanimously approved the revision. They will now pay $100,000 per year as a member. Trustee Rich Everett prefers this funding plan to the previous one because it is more simplistic and doesn't require a lot of tabulating on SELCRA's part. He also feels the 60/40 funding split is spot on based on participant statistics from the last several years.
Everett says SELCRAâs Director Jason Spiller has brought a lot to the program and itâs important to reassure him that funding will be available to the authority. Funding will revert back to per-participant in 2021. Everett says this is because they expect another community will have joined the organization by that time, and statistics will have been gathered to determine a fair funding ratio. (DK)
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Hacker Road Construction Begins MondayHacker Road Construction Begins Monday
Construction on a popular road in Genoa Township next week is expected to cause serious delays.
Resurfacing will begin on Hacker Road between Grand River and the south entrance of Clark Lake Road beginning Monday morning at 8am. The Livingston County Road Commission is going to mill the existing pavement and resurface in 2 separate courses. Milling will begin on Monday on continue through Tuesday. The resurfacing is expected to begin on Wednesday.
Due to high traffic on Hacker Road, this is expected to cause major impact. Traffic will be maintained by flag operations with long queues being anticipated. The Road Commission highly recommends taking an alternate route. (MK)
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Summer Program Helps Maintain Student Reading Skills Summer Program Helps Maintain Student Reading Skills
It may be mid-summer, but a large group of kids, parents and teachers have been getting together weekly at a Howell elementary school to share their love of reading.
Several dozen kids sat around Howell Superintendent Erin MacGregor Wednesday night as he read aloud to them, one of a half dozen community members serving as guest readers for the Challenger Elementary School Summer Reading Program, which aims to maintain kidsâ reading skills over the summer with nine weekly get-togethers featuring food, fun and a free book. Itâs paid for through a combination of federal Title I funds a $2,000 donation from the Livingston Sunrise Rotary. Melissa Richard is the Title I teacher at Challenger. "We just want to get books in kid's hands. We all know about the summer reading slide, when kids are not in school for those summer months, their reading levels can drop. By getting books in hands, it's helping with their reading levels. And if we can get six books in their hands over the summer, they would maintain their reading level and if we can get even more than that they can increase their reading level after that."
Richard said each week has a different theme including curiosity, kindness, friendship, belonging and hope which are tied in with the curriculum for the coming school year. Richard said the reaction to the program has very much exceeded her expectations. "It's been amazing. Just to be able to have those conversations with their teachers outside of school too, they think that's the coolest thing ever...and us to be able to recommend books to kids over the summer and know that we are still thinking of them even when they're not here with us is cool too."
For the hundred or so kids who turned out to Challenger Wednesday, the event was less about academic achievement, but more just a chance to have fun, get a free book and hear some interesting stories, the importance of which canât be overstated in this screen-dominated world. (JK)
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Health Department Reminds Residents About Dangers Of West Nile VirusHealth Department Reminds Residents About Dangers Of West Nile Virus
With another positive testing for West Nile Virus in an animal, the Livingston County Health Department is reminding residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites.
Earlier this month the Michigan Department of Natural Resources identified a great horned owl living in the county that carried the disease. This is the 24th bird found in the state that has tested positive for West Nile Virus this year. The Health Department wants residents to know that the most effective way of avoiding the disease is to prevent mosquito bites at home and while traveling. They suggest using insect repellents that offer long lasting protection and contain DEET, but not to use sprays on children that are more than 30% DEET. If the weather allows for it, wear long sleeves, pants, and socks outdoors. Mosquitos can bite through thin clothing, so spraying clothes with a repellent containing permethrin can give extra protection. Permethrin should be used on clothes only and never directly on skin.
All repellants should be used according to the label instructions. Take extra care at dawn and dusk, which serve as peak mosquito-biting times. Emptying standing water from devices that serve as breeding grounds for mosquitos like gutters, pool covers, flowerpots, buckets, discarded tires, and birdbaths can help as well. Install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep the mosquitos outside. More information can be found through the link below or by calling the Livingston County Health Department at (517) 546-9850.
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Vaupel-Led Mental Health Panel To Host First Meeting In Livingston CountyVaupel-Led Mental Health Panel To Host First Meeting In Livingston County
The Michigan House of Representativesâ mental health task force will hold its first meeting in Livingston County.
The panelâs first public meeting will be held at the Livingston County EMS Building on Tooley Road in Howell on Monday, July 31st, at 10:30am.
The bipartisan task force was unveiled earlier this week and is comprised of seven Republicans and seven Democrats. The panel is focusing on how to help Michigan residents facing mental health challenges live healthier and more independent lives.
Several local mental health outreach organizations and public safety experts will testify at the meeting, including representatives from the Livingston County Sheriffâs Department, Community Mental Health, Livingston County Courts, Brighton Hospital, Veterans Administration, Woodland Correctional Facility and St. Joseph Mercy Health System.
State Representative Hank Vaupel of Handy Township is co-chair of the House mental health task force. He says the community is encouraged to attend the meeting because the information gathered there will help legislators develop reforms regarding mental health services statewide, better support for veterans, attention to substance abuse, and enhanced training for law enforcement.
Citizens can also submit their suggestions regarding mental health care in Michigan to Rep. Vaupel via email at HankVaupel@house.mi.gov.
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Pinckney Community Schools VP Expresses Loss Of Confidence In ColleaguesPinckney Community Schools VP Expresses Loss Of Confidence In Colleagues
The Vice President of Pinckney Community Schools Board of Education expressed dissatisfaction with his fellow board members and the superintendent.
During open session in Thursday nightâs regular meeting, Vice President Robert Guilloz said heâs lost sleep and been around the world in his head over the past 10 days. His discomfort came after the Board and Superintendent Rick Todd suggested actions against Trustee Paul Samways. Guilloz said Samwaysâ attendance, attire, and behavior were all brought to attention during a private meeting. He said it was suggested that a parent be recruited to come in and talk against Samwaysâ, and that he doesnât feel that is right. Guilloz said he has lost confidence in many of his colleagues, especially Todd and Board President Michelle Crampo. He said he doesnât feel their actions are right, ethical, or a good model for the children and teachers of the district. He said he was ashamed he didnât speak up at the meeting this was all discussed at.
Todd said he appreciates Guillozâs concerns, and the Boardâs willingness to hold a difficult discussion, but didnât feel it was right to bring out comments from a private meeting during a public session. He also said that there was more to this story that people who arenât on the Board know, but declined to elaborate. Board President Michelle Crampo said she was disappointed that Guilloz didnât bring these feelings to her privately, first, as well. She said she has expressed her concern, and the concerns sheâs heard from parents to Samways.
Trustee Terri Bankes said she has also reached out to him, and that the Board needs someone who is going to show up. Guilloz said that Samways is an adult, an elected official, and that if the people who elected him arenât happy with his behavior, attendance, or performance, they can seek recall. Todd said the Board is his boss, but it is also a checks-and-balance system, as he is responsible for every employee in the district. Samways was not in attendance, Thursday night. (MK)
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Gravestone Discovery In Briggs Lake Prompts QuestionsGravestone Discovery In Briggs Lake Prompts Questions
A number of gravestones were recently discovered in a small Green Oak Township lake, though how they got there and why they were put there remains a mystery.
Bob Tyrer, a fisherman and resident who lives along Briggs Lake, says he was in the shallows of the lake about two weeks ago looking to see where fish were bedding. It was in those shallows behind a neighborâs house that he came upon three large gravestones. Tyrer says he immediately felt like something wasnât right, and seeing the names etched into the stones hit him âlike a punch in the gutâ.
Two of the stones are written in foreign languages, one appearing to be Polish, with birth dates in the 1800's. The third shows a death date of 1980, and that the individual behind that gravestone was a member of the U.S. Coast Guard and served in WWII. A man has since come forward to say he was the son of the WWII veteran, adding that he hasnât seen the headstone at his fatherâs resting place at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Detroit since 1981. Tyrer says the man has said he'd like to come pick up his father's gravestone, and Tyrer hopes to meet him when he does.
A fourth headstone belonging to an infant was later found, and Tyrer found part of a fifth gravestone Wednesday. Tyrer says police were contacted and came to the residence, but acted like it wasnât an unusual situation. Calls to Green Oak Township Police seeking comment have not been returned at this time.
The neighbor living on the part of the lake where the stones were found hasnât seen or heard anything unusual that could be associated with the dumping of the gravestones. Tyrer feels because of the weight, the gravestones clearly didnât end up in the lake as a result of an act of nature, and that it would require multiple people to pick them up and bring them down to the lakeâs embankment.
Tyrer says the people connected to the gravestones deserve to have them brought back to where they belong, and that he wonât sleep until the situation is made right. (DK)
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Brighton Township Pledges State-Guided Principles of GovernanceBrighton Township Pledges State-Guided Principles of Governance
Brighton Township is reaffirming its commitment to certain ethics identified by the stateâs Townships Association.
The Principles of Governance from the Michigan Townships Association, or MTA, was adopted by Brighton Township in 2013. As an MTA member, Brighton Township uses the model as a policy for its board. The principles are set by the MTA as a way to guide a municipalityâs stewardship, deliberations, and constituent services- all of which are expected to be held to the highest standards.
The MTA believes the principles improve efficiency, effectiveness, and consistency among township boards. By adopting them, township boards agree to comply with state and federal requirements, communicate issues to the public, practice transparency, treat all individuals fairly, and cooperate with other governmental bodies in a reasonable way. Brighton Township Clerk Ann Bollin was recently elected to serve on the MTAâs Board of Directors as the District 25 representative.
Brighton Townshipâs Board of Trustees unanimously approved a resolution adopting the MTAâs principles at a recent meeting. (DK)
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OLHSA Hosting Deliverable Fuel Assistance Day July 26thOLHSA Hosting Deliverable Fuel Assistance Day July 26th
It might not be the typical time to think about home heating but an opportunity is approaching for low income residents and families in Livingston County who use deliverable fuels to heat their homes.
The Oakland Human Livingston Service Agency or OLHSA is hosting a deliverable fuel assistance day for those who qualify. The types of fuel include propane, fuel oil, coal and wood but it must be the primary heating source in a home and under 25% full. The open day for applications is July 26th from 9am to 4pm. Individuals are encouraged to contact OLHSA to book an appointment to discuss their case, as each client has a different life situation.
OLHSAâs Welcome Center Services Manager Josh Reetz tells WHMI last year they were able to serve 262 clients and provide $200,000 of utility assistance, demonstrating the need is there. Reetz says OLHSA offers assistance throughout the year, but usually during the crisis part of the year from October through March. However with the mild winter, he says they didnât get that many applications for assistance so theyâre reaching out the community now.
Appointments are preferred but walk-ins will be done on a first come, first served basis. OLHSA is located in the Livingston County East Complex at 2300 East Grand River, which also houses the health department. Parking is in lot âBâ.
Reetz notes everything is self-reported and they donât need any type of denial letters, they just need to confirm a tank is under 25% full. Eligibility guidelines and required documents are detailed below. (JM)
Guidelines & Eligibility
Annual income must be between 150% and 200% of the federal poverty level.
150% is defined as $17,820 for a single person and $6,200 for each additional person in household.
The max 200% is defined as $23,760 for one person and $8,320 for each additional household member.
All household information will be collected including IDâs and Social Security cards for everyone in the household. Individuals will need to sign a paper confirming a fuel tank is below 25% full.
They must also present 30-days proof of household income, such as pay stubs or their 2017 award letter from the state or Social Security Administration.
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Donation Error May Delay Mill Pond Project In BrightonDonation Error May Delay Mill Pond Project In Brighton
Brightonâs planned Mill Pond bandshell and amphitheater project may have some rough sledding ahead.
At Thursday nightâs City Council meeting, Mayor Jim Muzzin said that a major private donation for the project â which was earlier reported to be $500,000 - will be only $100,000, spread out in increments of $20,000 over five years. That will make the matter of financing more difficult, with the need for a larger contribution from the city through its Downtown Development Authority. Muzzin says it wasnât the donorâs fault. Rather, he tells WHMI, it was a âmiscommunicationâ to the DDA, which is spearheading the project.
On Monday, the Planning Commission tabled action on the Mill Pond site plan because of unanswered questions and vocal opposition by a large group of people concerned about the recommended destruction of four mature shade trees. The near-capacity crowd was told the trees had to be removed because the room was needed for a large bandshell which is to replace the existing gazebo. In addition, two trees â both of them black locusts â are not native to Michigan and therefore are considered âinvasive species.â
Whether the revelation of a smaller-than-expected private donation, combined with the tree issue, will delay the project is unknown at this point. But if approval of an amended project plan is pushed back into the fall, with the end of construction season approaching, it would likely be delayed until next year. (TT)
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New Speed Limits In Effect On Grand River In Howell New Speed Limits In Effect On Grand River In Howell
There are some new speed limits for motorists to be aware of on Grand River in Howell.
The Michigan Department of Transportation and Michigan State Police conducted a formal traffic study at the request of Howell Township and the City of Howell to determine the proper speed limit along the corridor. Once completed, both entities met with the local officials to discuss the findings. Speed limit changes resulted on four segments of Grand River, either increasing or decreasing by 5mph. Three segments studied will remain the same. All are detailed below.
Traffic & Safety Engineer Wendy Ramirez with M-DOTâs Brighton Transportation Service Center says sign installation was completed on Monday, and the new speed limit is considered effective immediately as soon as all the new signs are installed.
I-96BL (Grand River)
Between Crestwood and Highlander Way:
Old Speed Limit - 55mph
New Speed Limit - 50mph
Between Highlander Way and Browning:
Old Speed Limit - 45mph
New Speed Limit - 40mph
Between Browning and Chestnut:
Old Speed Limit - 35mph
New Speed Limit - 35mph
Between Chestnut and Barnard: (Downtown area):
Old Speed Limit - 25mph
New Speed Limit - 25mph
Between Barnard and Fair Street:
Old Speed Limit - 35mph
New Speed Limit - 35mph
Between Fair Street and Ann Arbor RR Crossing:
Old Speed Limit - 35mph
New Speed Limit - 40mph
Between Ann Arbor RR Crossing and Freeway Ramps W/B I-96:
Old Speed Limit - 45/55mph
New Speed Limit - 50mph
MDOT Traffic Regulation Guidelines are attached, which detail the process involved in a formal speed study. (JM)
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Township Working To Clarify Soliciting OrdinanceTownship Working To Clarify Soliciting Ordinance
Rules regarding solicitation, canvassing, and peddling in Green Oak Township are being revised to provide clarity.
An ordinance to amend the townshipâs current ordinance that speaks to the issue was introduced to the board of trustees Wednesday night. The updated ordinance would define what constitutes a peddler, solicitor, or canvasser, and what the exact process is to obtain a permit allowing them to operate in an area.
Supervisor Mark St. Charles says itâs time to revise their current ordinance because it has been around for so long, and things have changed as the issue has made its way to the Supreme Court in litigation over the extent of free speech and rights involved. St. Charles says if someone is legitimate and doesnât have anything to hide, then they shouldnât have any problem getting a permit for these activities.
Even with a permit, St. Charles says there are steps a resident can take to ensure they donât have to deal with solicitation, peddling, or canvassing on their private property. He recommends putting up a sign indicating that those actions are not allowed on their property. St. Charles says a personâs private property should be their sanctuary and anyone who violates the ordinance can be penalized. St. Charles has dealt with this in his own neighborhood and feels itâs become a real problem.
Once the new ordinanceâs language is reviewed and edited, it will be brought back to the board of trustees for final adoption. St. Charles says, âThis is a good step because ultimately what weâre concerned about is who is in your neighborhood.â (DK)
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