4/7/13 - An student essay contest is underway with an aim of helping foster interest in local government among the young generation. Howell Mayor Phil Campbell, in conjunction with Howell Public Schools, has announced the 2nd Annual Civitas Essay Contest and one lucky student will be awarded $500. Campbell tells WHMI he wanted to promote interest in local government and local issues among high school students specifically, which led him to institute the essay contest shortly after being elected. The selected subject this year is blight, something the City Council has been discussing for several months now. Campbell says the overall goal with the topic is for students to find a way to balance the interests of both local government and property owners but still achieve the goal of maintaining attractive neighborhoods. The contest is open to any college-bound high school senior attending classes within the boundaries of the Howell district, whether attending public, private, or home school. Essays are due by May 3rd and will be read and scored by a three-member panel consisting of Campbell and two other community members. The winner will be announced on May 17th and publicly honored with a giant check at a future Howell City Council meeting. Complete details about the contest can be found by following the link posted below. (JM)
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