A Genesee County man was arrested last week after fleeing from police following an attempted car theft and hit and run incident in Highland Township.
Oakland County Sheriffâs deputies were called to the Mobil gas station on M-59, west of Milford Road, on the report of an attempted car theft early Friday morning. The 9-1-1 caller provided a description of the suspect and their last known direction of travel. Deputies checked the area for the suspect and located him in a parking lot of a nearby strip mall. When deputies approached the man, he fled on foot, running behind several of the businesses in the area. A deputy and his K-9 conducted a search for the suspect and found him hiding under several trees. He was then taken into custody.
Deputies say the 28-year-old Flint resident was not completely coherent and appeared to be under the influence of alcohol or narcotics. He was subsequently transported to Huron Valley Hospital for a medical clearance and a blood draw. He was also determined to be the responsible driver in a previously reported hit and run accident as well as wanted on several outstanding warrants from Genesee County. Once he was medically cleared, the suspect was lodged at the Oakland County Jail pending the issuance of criminal charges. Detectives are continuing with the investigation. (JK)
Flint Man Arrested After Fleeing Police In Highland TownshipFlint Man Arrested After Fleeing Police In Highland Township
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Health Officials Say Residents Should Consider Flu Shot Health Officials Say Residents Should Consider Flu Shot
Flu season has returned to Livingston County.
Multiple cases have been reported locally and the Livingston County Health Department is reminding residents that it isnât too late to protect themselves from the flu. Local health officials say getting a flu shot isnât only about helping yourself, but also the people around you. The flu is a contagious respiratory infection of the nose, throat, and lungs caused by the flu virus. The Livingston County Health Department says symptoms normally last two to seven days and include headaches, muscle aches, runny nose, and sore throat. In severe cases, the flu can also affect a personâs lungs and ability to breathe normally. A fever is almost always present and the cough is often severe.
Flu season runs from October through the month of April, but now with so much more international travel, there are actually cases of influenza reported year round according to Livingston County Medical Director Dr. Don Lawrenchuk. There has been talk that the vaccine isnât as effective as some others, which he says is true. Lawrenchuk says the virus mutates from year to year so itâs very difficult to predict with 100% certainty which strain will be circulating in a community. For the past several years, he says the vaccine has been anywhere between 40-60% effective in preventing disease but even in cases where the disease is not prevented, the vaccine can still reduce symptoms significantly.
The Health Department and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend everyone age 6 months or older consider getting the flu shot. The Health Department offers the vaccine at their offices at 2300 East Grand River in Howell during Wednesday clinics. Flu shots can also be administered through local healthcare providers and pharmacies. Details are available through the link. (JM)
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Investigation Related To Seizure Of Animals From Pet Rescue CompleteInvestigation Related To Seizure Of Animals From Pet Rescue Complete
The report and investigation is complete following the seizure of animals from a local non-profit rescue organization.
Livingston County Animal Control responded to complaints at Last Chance Rescue in Howell Township and served two search warrants simultaneously in early December; one at the facility and another at a private residence of someone affiliated with the rescue. After observing the animals and living conditions, officials made the decision to seize the animals. The majority of complaints, which prompted the investigation, were said to be centered on unsanitary conditions and animals needing medical care.
The investigation was lengthy but has since been completed according to Animal Control Director Aimee Orn. She says the report has been forwarded to the Livingston County Prosecutorâs Office with a recommendation on potential charges, although that recommendation was not disclosed.
The director of the shelter and the owner of the private residence were said to have voluntarily surrendered a majority of the more than 120 animals that were seized from both locations - mostly dogs and cats along with a couple of birds. The animals seized were all evaluated and medically treated. Those voluntarily surrendered were placed up for adoption once ready and listed on the animal shelter website.
Orn says they managed to find homes for some of the dogs while others are up for adoption along with some cats. She says theyâre still working to get some of the other cats healthy, which had upper respiratory infections and skin issues that needed to be addressed prior to being placed up for adoption. The other animals not being surrendered remain housed at the shelter and will remain there pending the issuance of any charges or conclusion of any court case. (JM)
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Applications Being Accepted For Open South Lyon City Council SeatApplications Being Accepted For Open South Lyon City Council Seat
The City of South Lyon is accepting applications for an open seat on City Council.
When Councilman Joe Ryzyi announced his intention to resign for family and job commitments, South Lyon City Council had two ways to go about filling his seat. At a special meeting in December, they decided to open up the job to applications from any who wish to apply. The other option discussed was to appoint the candidate with the next highest number of votes from the previous election. Mayor Dan Pelchat said they are going the way of applications to really open it up to people who may have seen whatâs going on in South Lyon and want to be a part of helping to guide the city. Pelchat said ideally they are looking for the âultimate utility player.â Applicants should have the cityâs interest as a priority, be open to different ideas, and be able to bring their own ideas to the table.
Applications can be found online at the Cityâs website, or at South Lyon City Hall. They are due back by 5pm on Wednesday, January 10th. Pelchat said they have a special meeting planned for Thursday, January 18th, where they expect to discuss the applicants and potentially fill the seat.
Pelchat wished Ryzyi well, saying that he did a great job and that whoever steps in will have big shoes to fill. (MK)
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Teen Convicted In Sex Assaults To Undergo Another Psych AssessmentTeen Convicted In Sex Assaults To Undergo Another Psych Assessment
A Brighton Township teen convicted of sexually assaulting several girls will be able to return home but will also need to undergo a more thorough psychological review.
The teen, who is not being named because he is a juvenile, was originally charged with 31 felonies connected to allegations that he sexually assaulted three girls. He entered into a plea deal in which he admitted to six of the charges, including first-degree criminal sexual conduct. The juvenile has served a 45-day sentence in the Monroe County Youth Center, which is where he will remain until recent orders are finalized by a judge.
During a hearing today, Livingston County Juvenile Court Referee Chelsea Thomason accepted recommendations included in a safety and supervision plan for the teen but made updates to it, including some related to safety zones. A psychological report was the main point of discussion.
Assistant Prosecutor Marilyn Bradford raised concerns about the accuracy of information and overall content of the report. She noted a private clinician referred to the juvenile as the victim and also referenced allegations, which are actually convictions and should be acknowledged as such at this point in the case. Bradford felt the report covered tests and other things appropriate for a school evaluation but not any real psychological aspects or underlying issues, saying the focus needs to be on the issues that brought him to the courtâs attention to try and help him.
The MMPI psychological assessment requested by Bradford was ultimately granted by the referee, which was described as the most commonly used and most specific tool. The juvenileâs Attorney Ed Literski disagreed with Bradfordâs assessment, saying the reports canât continue forever and the many protections being recommended in the safety and supervision plan are appropriate. The juvenileâs probation officer noted he is in compliance with all requirements and conditions imposed.
Once released from the facility, he will be placed on full house arrest with a tether. There had been concerns expressed about the juvenile returning to Brighton Area Schools but it was noted in court he will be doing online schooling. A restitution hearing in the case is scheduled January 30th. (JM)
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Nominations Being Accepted For Brighton Women's Roll Of HonorNominations Being Accepted For Brighton Women's Roll Of Honor
The Brighton Area Womenâs History Roll of Honor is seeking nominations for 2018.
The Roll of Honor serves to bring awareness to the general public about the contributions women have made over the years to society. The group started recognizing women from the Brighton area in 2003 and its advisory council is looking for the next potential candidate to be inducted into the Roll of Honor. Nominees can be a woman who has done something for the first time, has made significant contributions to the community, served the area or has distinctive accomplishments.
Nominations are due by Wednesday, January 31st. A committee meeting will be held in February where the advisory council will discuss each nominee and then hold a vote. The 2018 honorees will be announced in March as a part of National Womenâs History Month. Nomination forms can be found at the Brighton District Library, Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce or Brighton Area Schools B.E.C.C. Building at the corner of East Main and Church Streets.
Any questions should be directed to Brighton Area Womenâs History Roll of Honor, c/o Brighton District Library, 100 Library Drive, Brighton, MI 48116, telephone: 810-229-2149, or email BrightonWomensHistory@gmail.com (JK)
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Howell Area Chamber Of Commerce Announces Award RecipientsHowell Area Chamber Of Commerce Announces Award Recipients
The Howell Area Chamber of Commerce is recognizing leaders and achievements from the community at their yearly dinner later this month.
The Chamberâs 61st Annual Dinner and Citizen of the Year Presentation will take place on Thursday, January 25th at the Johnson Center at Cleary University. In addition to recognizing many important figures who help drive Howell, several key programs and activities run by the Chamber of Commerce will get a moment in the spotlight.
Many award winners have already been announced. Some of those include Rick Resinger for Outstanding Event Leadership and Brandi Tambasco for the Young Professional award. The City of Howell Police Department, the Livingston Educational Service Agency, and Adam Merkel Restaurants are among the several other organizations and businesses that will be recognized. The Citizen of the Year Award is being kept secret and will be revealed at the event by 2016 winner, Patti Griffith.
Cost to attend is $60 per person, $450 for a reserved table of 8, or $550 for a reserved party of 10. Reservations can be made by emailing mtokan@howell.org, or by calling the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce at (517) 546-3920. (MK)
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Dog From Pack That Attacked Young Girl Returned To Previous OwnersDog From Pack That Attacked Young Girl Returned To Previous Owners
A dog owned by a Highland Township family who saw two of their other dogs attack their 7-year-old daughter has been returned to its old owners.
The young girl suffered serious injuries to her neck and trachea and was hospitalized following an attack by two suspected wolf-bred dogs in late November. Wolf hybrids are not allowed to be kept as pets in Michigan. Following the event, the family, which rescued the dogs from an out-of-state animal welfare organization, surrendered 4 dogs. According to the Milford Times, Oakland County Animal Control euthanized one of the dogs from the attack, and noted that the father had shot the other. Testing is being done on a third suspected of being a wolf-breed. One dog, Riley, was not involved in the attack and is not suspected of being a wolf hybrid.
Animal Control supervisor Ron Shankin said that Rileyâs original owners have retrieved the dog from the Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption Center, taking it back to their home in Ohio. The Highland Township family retained two dogs after the attack, which is the maximum number allowed by local ordinance. (MK)
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Commissioners Parker, Dolan Named Chair & Vice Chair Of County Board Commissioners Parker, Dolan Named Chair & Vice Chair Of County Board
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners elected leadership positions for 2018 during Tuesday nightâs meeting.
The election of officers is an annual occurrence. The board voted in favor of Commissioner Don Parker serving as chair and Commissioner Dennis Dolan as vice chair. They replace outgoing Chair Kate Lawrence and Vice-Chair Carol Griffith. Both Parker and Dolan have spent considerable time on the board. Parker was recently recognized for 15 years of service to the county, although not consecutive and Dolan has 16 years.
Parker is a Howell attorney and former Howell city councilman who was first elected to the county board in 2002. Parker told WHMI he views his time on the board as service, saying itâs been a real honor and privilege to serve alongside some great people while also serving constituents of the 5th district over the years and now as chair. Parker said heâs both honored and humbled but very excited because itâs a great board and Livingston County government has much to be proud of.
Parker says his objectives remain the same to continue providing great services in an efficient, cost-effective manner. Parker noted Livingston County has the lowest tax rate of all 83 counties in the state and is one of only a handful that holds the highest bond rating possible. He says the county has really been a success story and government has served residents well, which remains his goal moving forward.
Vice Chair Dolan said the new position is another opportunity and heâs excited, adding itâs a good feeling to have the support of the board and he hopes to live up to all expectations. Dolan told WHMI heâll see what the year brings because as they go along, there are always things that come up or develop but heâs looking forward to the challenges, whatever they are. Dolan said some large projects coming up will be the new 911 center and a storage building for sheriff office. Those will be occupying the construction committee he serves on, which Dolan says heâs glad to be able to remain on and feels he brings a lot to the table.
In addition to the election of officers, commissioners also adopted a resolution establishing board rules and meeting dates for 2018. (JM)
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Parents Of Victims Not Confident In Plan For Teen Convicted of Sexual Assault Parents Of Victims Not Confident In Plan For Teen Convicted of Sexual Assault
The families of sexual assault victims are hopeful safety recommendations will be adopted and further psychological testing conducted for a Brighton Township teen convicted in sexual assault cases.
The teen is not being identified as he is a juvenile. He was originally charged with 31 felonies but ultimately pleaded guilty to six of the charges, including 1st degree criminal sexual conduct. A hearing held Tuesday before Livingston County Juvenile Court Referee Chelsea Thomason centered on an intensive probation safety and supervision plan, as well as a psychological assessment that many of the victimâs families felt was lacking. The teen completed a 45-day sentence in the Monroe County Youth Center but will remain there until the plan and recent order for release is signed or modified by a judge.
Upon release, the juvenile will be placed on full house arrest with a tether and participate in online education. He must also comply with all requirements included in the probation and safety plan, and cannot have any direct or in-direct contact with the victims or their families. Home and family rules must be documented and included in the safety plan and some other changes were made related to safety zones for the victims and their families, such as homes and places of employment. Referee Thomason recommended a test known as the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory, or MMPI, be performed that could shed light on underlying psychological issues and aid in helping the juvenile. .
The MMPI test is something the victims and families have been pressing for. Ashley D. is the mother of one of the victims and felt a lot of the plan and report were a joke that involved self-assessment and the juvenileâs mother reporting. She also questioned aspects related to his protection and references to extra security measures for his family, saying his mother drives by their house making obscene hand gestures. Ashley said she couldnât really leave the hearing feeling confident that the recommendations will be adopted because a judge still has to sign off and does not have to impose them. She noted the juvenileâs plea deal recommended he go to an in-patient rehabilitation treatment center but Circuit Court Judge David Reader went against that and ordered the 45 day sentence instead. Ashley says sheâs happy the juvenile will be placed on full house arrest versus just a monitored tether like before. He said the goal is coming forward has always been to get rid of the stigma associated with sexual assault being a victims problem. She noted other victims have hesitated because of what her daughter and others have gone through but she wants them to know there is justice and they wonât stop fighting for them, just like she wonât stop fighting for her daughter.
Ashleyâs feeling were echoed by Debra S., another mother of one of the victims and the first who came forward, who left the hearing feeling better than expected. Debra said she hasnât seen much to give her any confidence in the system to protect the victims but it sounded like some protections were actually added to keep them safe. She is not happy with the juvenileâs pending release and him to stay in a treatment facility for at least a year for not only his safety and the victims but everyone in the community. She felt the evaluation was not sufficient and basically something that would be done for someone with a sensory disorder â adding the teen doesnât need help to get through high school but help to recognize that what he did was wrong and stop doing it. Debra told WHMI sheâs not holding her breath, but there are some things in place to hopefully help.
Assistant Prosecutor Marilyn Bradford requested the MMPI test. During the hearing, Bradford raised concerns with the content and integrity of the previous psych assessment and statements made by a private clinician, saying it was more appropriate for a school-type assessment and academic needs and not for a matter of this nature. She noted that while the observations were positive, they were made in very controlled settings and did not address recidivism, public safety or the safety of victims.
The MPPI test was contested by the juvenileâs Attorney Ed Literski, who said the teen has underwent various assessments and the safety plan is very intensive with strict requirements. He noted everyone outside of Bradford recommends he should go home. The juvenileâs probation officer also noted the teen is in 100% compliance with terms set forth.
A restitution hearing for the victims is scheduled later this month. (JM/JK)
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Financial Resource Fairs Coming to MichiganFinancial Resource Fairs Coming to Michigan
For those who list getting into better financial shape among their goals for 2018, experts are coming to communities across the state to help connect people with the resources they need to be financially fit.
The Community Economic Development Association of Michigan is organizing 39 different "Show Me the Money Day" events around the state in January and February. They're offering free assistance on a variety of topics from applying for college financial aid to budgeting to buying a house. Allyson Brooks, a financial empowerment associate with CEDAM, said they're a way to kick off tax season and promote opportunities to increase income and build assets."Even getting free tax assistance can save a low-to-moderate-income family thousands of dollars per year,â Brooks said. âAnd that's really what it's all about, is putting the money back in Michigan families' wallets."
Brooks said the goal is to put all the financial resources people will need at different stages of their lives in one place, because she said in a financial pinch, it's too easy to make the wrong decision. "Payday lending, using pawn shops as a resource,â she cited as examples. âSo one thing we want to do is make sure that everything is in one spot, the financial mainstream is accessible for everyone."
Last year, more than 3,000 Michiganders attended Show Me The Money Day events. Information on where and when to find these events is posted below. (JK)
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Trial Begins For Woman Charged With Human TraffickingTrial Begins For Woman Charged With Human Trafficking
The trial has begun for a former Livingston County woman charged in a human trafficking investigation.
41-year-old Amber Speed, a former Unadilla Township resident who now resides in Munith, is facing a variety of charges, including minor sex trafficking, prostitution/pandering, accepting the earnings of a prostitute and debt bondage. She originally was to stand trial last July, but several delays pushed the proceedings into the New Year. On Tuesday, a jury was seated to hear the trial in Ingham County Circuit Court. Testimony will begin there on Thursday.
The charges were originally announced in March of 2017 by Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette, who said the case stems from an investigation by a Michigan State Police Trooper who came across online ads for Speedâs escort operation, involving herself and at least three other girls. The trooper had recently completed human trafficking training, and Schuette says the alleged victims were minors when they were brought into the ring.
Multiple instances of Speed allegedly trafficking minors are also alleged to have occurred from 2009 through approximately 2014. If convicted, she faces up to 20 years in prison. (JK)
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City Of Fenton Looking To Ease Congestion On Silver Lake RoadCity Of Fenton Looking To Ease Congestion On Silver Lake Road
The City of Fenton is looking at ways to ease traffic on one of its major thoroughfares.
Silver Lake Road from Silver Parkway to Poplar Street has been the scene of growing traffic headaches as the surrounding area grows. At Tuesday nightâs City Council work session, council members discussed a proposal from their traffic engineers to perform a study on that stretch. If accepted, peak hour weekday morning and afternoon movement will be monitored with special attention paid to the both US-23 entrance and exit ramps, Silver Parkway, Fenway Drive, and Poplar Street.
City Manager Lynn Markland said this new study would tie in closely with one recently completed. Markland said that the traffic engineers will already be coming to City Councilâs February work session to discuss a completed study on the North Road and Poplar Street area, hoping they will be prepared to discuss both studies at that time.
One of the possible reasons for congestion given in a letter addressed to the City Manager from the engineering firm was that signals in the area might be not optimally synchronized. The possible need for additional lights at the highway ramps would also be analyzed. The traffic study would also provide future conditions analysis that would project traffic patterns through 2028. The cost of the study would come in at just under $11,000 with state funds potentially being available to help with some of that. City Council will vote on whether or not to go through with the study at an upcoming meeting. (MK)
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Milford Woman Receives Lengthy Prison Term In Husband's Beating Death Milford Woman Receives Lengthy Prison Term In Husband's Beating Death
More than two years after police say a Milford woman fatally beat her husband, she has been sentenced in his murder.
60-year-old Yvonne Cortis pleaded guilty last month to charges of 2nd degree murder and killing/torturing an animal in Oakland County Circuit Court, where she was sentenced this afternoon. On the 2nd degree murder charge, Cortis was ordered to serve a minimum of 22 years and a maximum of 50 years in prison. She received 2 to 4 years for killing/torturing an animal and will receive credit for 764 days served.
The charges followed the death of 68-year-old Greg Cortis, who died from injuries sustained in the November 2015 crowbar attack. Police said Cortis admitted to beating her husband and dog to put "them out of their misery." Family members have said Cortis has a history of mental illness, although a mental exam determined she was competent to assist in her own defense. Cortis was originally to have stood trial in October of 2016, but that was delayed so a judge could decide on the admissibility of statements Cortis made to police. The judge ultimately ruled that what Cortis told officers before she had been placed into a patrol car was voluntary and could be used at her trial, while everything she said while inside the car could not be admitted because she was then technically in custody and the statements were made prior to her being read her Miranda rights.
Cortis has been held without bond since her arrest and had faced up to life in prison. As part of her sentencing, the judge ordered that Cortis have no contact with Greg Cortisâ family, their spouses or any other family members. (JM)
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Pinckney Library Upgrading Computers Pinckney Library Upgrading Computers
The New Year is bringing some technology upgrades to a local library.
The Pinckney Community Public Library is upgrading a few of the public computers this week. The library on Putnam Street provides computers for public use, with different platforms to choose from. Officials say the technical system upgrades are underway this week and as of today, all of the public computers will be unavailable for use.
The libraryâs Wi-Fi connections will be up and running, so officials encourage patrons to bring their own laptop or mobile devices if needed. (JM)
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Hartland Cromaine Library Announces Book For UN-Big Read EventHartland Cromaine Library Announces Book For UN-Big Read Event
The Hartland Cromaine Library isnât letting the lack of a grant stop them from putting on a popular community event.
Adult Services Manager Glenn Fischer said they werenât approved for the Big Read grant this year, but they got permission to use the name âUN-Big Readâ and having one anyway. The purpose of the event is to bring the community together around one book and then share a bunch of experiences related to it. Fischer said the novel in focus this year is Charles Portisâ number 1 best seller, True Grit. True Grit is the story of a young woman seeking revenge for her murdered father in the old west.
The Hartland Cromaine Library is holding a kickoff event with lots of activities for the UN-Big Read on Saturday, January 13th, from 10 am until 1pm. There will be free copies of True Grit available that day. Attendees will also be treated to old time banjo music from Highland Townshipâs Tim Twiss, chuck wagon themed refreshments, a western themed photo booth, and more.
A series of events are also scheduled through the end of February, including screenings of the 1969 John Wayne version of the movie, and the 2010 Coen Brothers adaptation. Other events of note include a silent movie night at the Hartland Music Hall with live organ accompaniment. There will also be a western themed board game night, leatherworking classes, and homemade trail mix contest. Kids will enjoy âRootinâ Tootinâ Storytimeâ and Wild West Family Day. Many events are drop-in, but some require registration for seating space. To sign up or see a list of everything planned visit the libraryâs website, a link for which is below. (MK)
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South Lyon Selects New Fire ChiefSouth Lyon Selects New Fire Chief
Robert Vogel has taken the reins from former Chief Mike Kennedy, who left for a new job as assistant chief with the Ann Arbor Fire Department.
Ironically, Vogel retired from the Ann Arbor department in 2016 after spending 26 years there, including as a Battalion Chief. At various times he has also been a paid on-call firefighter with the Green Oak and Brighton departments. Vogel told the South Lyon Herald that as South Lyon fire chief, his main goal will be to recruit additional firefighters. Currently, the department has 20 firefighters providing staffing from 7am to 5pm on weekdays and from 10am to 8pm on Saturdays.
Although he and his wife Denise live in Brighton Township, Vogel says they plan to move to South Lyon. (JK)
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Scofield Remembered As âPillar Of The Howell Communityâ Scofield Remembered As âPillar Of The Howell Communityâ
The community is remembering the legacy of William âBillâ Scofield.
Scofield passed away at the age of 89 on New Yearâs Day. Heâs survived by his wife Joy of 67 years, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was known for his love of family, the community and baseball. The Howell High School grad went on to graduate from Albion College, where he received the most valuable baseball player award. He was part of a three generation family business, May & Scofield, where he retired from in 1994. Scofield was one of the founders of the Howell Area Junior Baseball Association and involved in the construction of Bennett Field. He was also a member and chairman of the Howell Recreation Commission for 17 years, involved in his church and was chairman of the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
Chamber President Pat Convery knew Scofield through his relationship with the chamber, saying he attended mostly social events in his later years. Convery told WHMI despite his heavy community involvement, Scofield never talked about himself and will be remembered as a delightful, kind man who always thought of others. She noted Scofield was such a quiet guy when it came to everything he had achieved in his life, and she was amazed by the amount he contributed to the Howell community in reading his obituary. Convery says Scofield always had a twinkle in his eye, was always smiling and seemed glad to see people. Convery described Scofield as âa pillar of the Howell communityâ who helped make Howell what it is today - a wonderful community with people who care about others. Convery said Scofieldâs goal was to create a quality community and he was successful in that.
Convery says Scofield was also very involved in what was known as Howell Community Chest, the predecessor to the Livingston County United Way. She says Scofield and his son Rick have been very involved in the United Way since then and both were named Howell Citizens of the Year at different times. She says this yearâs annual dinner coming up January 25th will be very bittersweet, as the two always stood up together when it was time to recognize past receipts in attendance.
McDonaldâs Funeral Home is handling service arrangements for Scofield. Thatâs where visitation will be held next Friday from 3 to 7pm. A memorial service in honor and celebration of Scofieldâs life will be held at 2pm next Saturday, January 13th at St. Johnâs Episcopal Church in Howell. Memorial contributions in Scofieldâs name are being suggested to the Community Foundation of Livingston County or a charity of the donorâs choice.
A link to Scofield's obituary and funeral arrangements is provided. (JM)
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Hamburg Police Fitting Patrol Officers With Body CamerasHamburg Police Fitting Patrol Officers With Body Cameras
The Hamburg Township Police Department will soon have body cameras for every officer on road patrol.
The department is adding six more to the two received through the help of a grant a year and a half ago. Hamburg Police Chief Rick Duffany said theyâve found them very valuable and that he wanted to expand the number on hand for full coverage of patrolling officers. He called them an objective eye, stating that itâs not the officerâs version of what happened or the citizenâs version of what happened, but simply the version that happened. The two the department currently has already cleared a couple of complaints in favor of the officer, finding that they didnât do anything improper. The chief also recognized the cameras as a good tool for citizens because of the transparency and accountability it holds the police department to.
Duffany said the new batch of cameras on the way feature the most current technology. The pair they currently use require the officer to manually turn on along with the in-car video system. The new ones will sync up to the departmentâs car camera systems and automatically turn on when the vehicleâs emergency equipment is activated.
The six cameras and accompanying software cost around $5,000, but a grant will reimburse the department 75% of that. The equipment was originally scheduled to arrive on December 15th, but was delayed. Deputy Chief Dariusz Nisenbaum said at Wednesdayâs Public Safety Committee meeting that he expects them to be in departmentâs hands this month. (MK)
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Howell Chamber Hosting Annual Economic Forecast BreakfastHowell Chamber Hosting Annual Economic Forecast Breakfast
The economic future for 2018 will be the topic of a breakfast gathering next week hosted by the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce.
Dr. Robert A. Dye, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist for Comerica Bank, will present his forecast for the coming year, including state and national economic trends at this monthâs gathering of Good Morning Livingston. Dye leads the Comerica Economics Department, which provides research and analysis to the bank and its customers, as well as business leaders and policy makers throughout the country. He is also a former director of the National Association of Business Economics and is a member of the Economic Advisory Committee of the American Bankers Association.
Good Morning Livingston is set for Monday, January 9th at Crystal Gardens in Genoa Township from 7:30 to 9am. Youâll find details through the link below. (JK)
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