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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNews & Community Events Fall-Winter 2014-2015 # • '� �,�Y •�' `�"?tl.mom" � M �� s 4 ia s Fall Winter 2014 -15 News & Community Events w� fo 4Y� rt e p 4 'r p. . Fall Leaf Pick Up Program Winter Snow & Ice Control Program / g 41 a Mayor's Report } Rats And Vermin- A CONTINUING ISSUE -� The presence of rats, mice, squirrels, Shelter–Rats and vermin will make a skunks and other vermin are nothing new home in: They share our space and have always 1. Debris,wood on the ground, trash, been around–sometimes more tires, building materials. widespread, sometimes less. � 2. Accessory buildings or garages or what's Inside To thrive, these rodents need two things slabs without rat wall protection– available to them: they can burrow under the slab and Mayor Kirksey's Report 4-5 1. Food source(and water). create a rat or vermin "hotel." 2. Shelter. 3. Skirted decks and decks low to the Job Opportunities 8 ground–while they may be Food source–Rats and vermin feed on attractive, these decks can also City Information 8-9 the following: provide living space for critters. Leaf Pickup Program 10-11 1. Pet food left outside, or made 4. Holes in your foundation, home, accessible in a garage or shed. garage or shed that lets them "bunk" Snow& Ice Control 12-13 2. Pet waste–yes, pet waste, not with you. cleaned up is a food source for rats. Take away the food and shelter Library Programs 14-17 3. Bird feeders, squirrel food, bread, and the rats and vermin will not come peanuts, popcorn etc. Much of that around. Senior Center Programs 18-19 food put out for the"friends"you If there is an infestation, professional enjoy, winds up feeding rats and exterminators must be utilized—you Community Events 20-21 vermin. do not want the vermin to go elsewhere. 4. Home vegetable gardens. Homeowners are responsible for Calendar of Events 22-23 5. Household trash put out overnight in this clean up. bags (instead of solid trash cans). Call Ordinance Enforcement for further Livonia Arts Commission 24 6. Check your plastic garbage cans to information or if you wish to report a see if there is a small entry hole on problem at (734) 466-2588. MW the bottom for vermin. Rats are unable to enter metal cans with secured lids. City TYee Lighting Vacant and/or Abandoned and Caroling Building Ordinance Ceremony 1 Ordinance 2844 (VAABO) effective 1 Residential Tuesday,December 2,7 p.m. October 29, 2009 1 Non Residential Where:Livonia City Hall &Civic 1 Notifications published in the Observer Law Requires: Center Library 1 Registration Impacts all owners or managers of said g Come sing Holiday carols with property. 1 Monthly Fees the Livonia Civic Chorus,visit 1 Inspection Fees Santa,make holiday crafts,watch a Information at city website: 1 Repairs made magic show and enjoy hot www.ci.livonia.mi.us 1 Inspection approvals obtained chocolate and coolies. Click on: 1 All fees and past due monies must be Refreshments will be served at 1 Department home paid the Civic Center Library. Bring 1 Inspection(Building and Enforcement) your family,friends,scout troops, After the above qualifications are met, or etc. Co-sponsored with Livonia 1 Vacant/Abandoned Building Ordinance arrangements are made for a temporary Rotary Club,Livonia Libraries,Livonia Other Links: Certificate of Occupancy, the building can be Civic Chorus,Livonia Parks& 1 Application Forms reoccupied. Recreation and Busch's Fresh Food 1 Registration Forms and Fees City will board up and secure VAABO Market in Livonia. properties as needed. VAABO pertains to anyvacant and/or i, abandoned properties: To report a VAABO or to get more information, please call: (734) 466-2580. LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS Livonia Fire/EMS - Emergency Medical Ambulance Program 2015 Membership Enrollment and Renewal If you are a City of Livonia resident and do not have health care Transport from member's home to an area hospital for non-life insurance,or if your insurance does not provide coverage for threatening injury or illness, or an injury or illness that is not emergency ambulance service,you should join the Livonia Fire/EMS "serious in nature." Emergency Medical Ambulance Program. The City of Livonia I understand that the annual$45.00 membership fee for Livonia charges $360.00 to over$500.00 for each resident ambulance Fire/EMS limits my out-of-pocket cost for the uninsured portion of transport.For$45.00 a year,you and your household will be Livonia Fire/EMS bills for emergency ground ambulance guaranteed full coverage for all City of Livonia emergency transportation. ambulance runs at no additional cost. The Livonia Fire Department ambulance service is available for emergency response 24 hours a I understand that Livonia Fire/EMS Emergency Medical Ambulance day,seven days a week to anyone in need of help within the City Program is not insurance and the Livonia Fire/EMS will bill for limits. payments from my insurer or third party agency(such as Medicare, Blue Shield,etc.)including my supplemental or complementary Notice of Understanding insurance. If the insurance company sends me a check for services Signing this application is an acknowledgment of the following: rendered by Livonia Fire/EMS, I agree to promptly forward that I understand that the services provided by the Livonia Fire/EMS check to Livonia Fire/EMS. membership program are for Emergency Response only. I further understand that the Livonia Fire Department will I further understand that Emergency Response does not include: not refuse service to any individual who requests an ambulance,but • Transport from hospital to member's home. repeated non-emergency ambulance requests may be reason for • Transport from hospital to hospital,even with a physician's forfeiture of membership in the Livonia Fire/EMS program. authorization. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION I LIVONIA FIRE/EMS MEMBERSHIPS 1 ARE EFFECTIVE FOR ONE YEAR! To enroll, send this completed application form,along with a check 1 1 or money order for$45.00 made payable to the CITY OF LIVONIA. Subscribers must renew memberships annually!1 ENROLLMENT PERIOD DECEMBER 1 TO JANUARY 31, Primary Subscriber Information I FOR COVERAGE FEBRUARY 1 TO JANUARY 31 1 List members of immediate household below Name: 1 Please include Primary Subscriber.Please print clearly. Date of Sex Address: I Name Birth M/F SS# 1 City: 1 I State/Zip: 1 1 Telephone: ( ) 1 I I have read and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions listed in this application. I Signature: I INSURANCE INFORMATION Date: I If your family is covered under more than one insurance policy, 1 please give information for all policies. Attach an additional sheet if Mail to: Livonia Fire/PARASTAR 25250 West Eight Mile I necessary. Southfield,Michigan 48033 1 Medicare#: ATTN:Livonia Fire Department 1 Insurance Company: Subscription Service 1 Employer: Your subscription will only apply to permanent residents at 1 ID# your address. This program is only available to City of Livonia residents at this time. 1 Group#: I 1 1 LIVONIA FALUWINTER NEWS ru ? � m GN C ey F p G ° _� ►. y � R R� � o. �.. O N 0. a _ yy w p cl y.Y cz 1Y L r- 7E O Q co D co ca °' ca iME 5 s w Ey o 'Spy -1 8 Z o oa -� , "•'� R C7 V "� = O O R rn Rid ' c6 b rn Q I I R R d pR,1 p uy a� Lim n ' �`ai , �r~.t °� 3b � 47 �r7 � I o � tevai a�sy b o R � rn D vi �G� R F'�'� 7� 7 �° •_ C I GJ 7 ca n 1 4s 4s 0.V 'C w > L � " ❑ b a'" a . a 91 r a � • r a o o a o m 7 0 IcF C p R L d: � 1 � � ar n cd v G.2i . in a a,a sp G. � �❑ v :n �a � wpaoo °teay 'n " � � � Q � va3a ■ :� °�' '`~' a np " 3 ° a a� 8 p �+n o off_ a.y �`p a� ° Prov � ��� W 'ow 3 •p v 01 .� •a `�'° " �y v, Q'� a o R _ v C d p ❑ r04 N ° a o `s N was ,ar �. a.•'< °° „� N a,oho !~ c v a a _ - off ' a c 5 a c w .x"'. a°". E r c� Q QA bo 9 c3 c. .a m D.d ar ?-+-' N G �" �,s �. ha u a Snow Emergency Information: Information on snow events and the declaration of �. A snow emergencies which require the removal of ALL vehicles parked in the street can be found at: d "' / City of Livonia Webpage —www.ci.livonia.mi.us .p 1 Livonia Television on cable TV (Brighthouse — Channel 8 or AT&T U Verse — Channel 99) / Livonia Radio — 1670 AM / Sign up for e-mail or text alerts on the City webpage (Link on the right side of the homepage) Snow Reminders: 1 Snow Plowing Operations:Most major roads in Livonia are maintained by Wayne County. Information on Wayne County roads and Livonia's ,. Snow&Ice Control Program can be found on page 12 and 13. ~ ~ , 1 Parked Vehicles:All parked motor vehicles/trailers must be removed from the roadway within six (6) hours of the declaration and notification of a snow alert(emergency) or the vehicle is subject to ticketing " and/or towing(Livonia Code of Ordinances 10:63:060). (The Department of Public Works will attempt to maximize the notification When Should I Shovel the Snow? time beyond six hours whenever possible based on all available 1 When snow falls or drifts during the night it must weather data. The City of Livonia media outlets listed above will be removed from the sidewalk by twelve noon. indicate the time of the declaration/notification of a snow emergency 1 Snow falling or drifting during the day must be and a deadline time that parked vehicles/trailers must be removed from removed from the sidewalk by twelve noon the the roadway). following day. 1 Snow at the End of Driveways: Snow buildup at the end of driveways 1 City ordinance prohibits plowing/shoveling/ will occur as the result of snow plowing operations. This is unavoidable blowing snow onto any roadway as the result of clearing the roadway. You may help to alleviate some of 1 Snow piled by the roadway must not obstruct the snow accumulation by clearing the area to your left(facing the the view of traffic. street) before the snowplow arrives. Depositing snow in the roadway 1 Do not deposit snow onto a neighbor's property from shoveling/snow blowing the driveway is prohibited and will only 1 Ice on a sidewalk should be removed or treated result in the snow being pushed back into the driveway. The City is not with sand, chemical ice melter or a de-icer. able to return and clear individual driveways and is unable to prevent 1 Failure to maintain the sidewalk may result in an snow deposits at the end of over 39,000 driveways city-wide. inspector taking the steps necessary to obtain 0 Mailboxes:Curbside mailboxes may become blocked by plowed snow compliance up to and including the issuance and the U.S. Postal Service has a policy regarding access to mailboxes, of a ticket. which requires snow to be removed enough to allow the mail truck to drive up to and reach into the mailbox for delivery. Clearing the Snow Shoveling Safety Tips mailbox to allow for service is the responsibility of the postal customer. 1 Before shoveling,warm up with a few stretching During snow plowing operations mailboxes can become damaged by the weight of the snow thrown by the plow Check your mailbox before exercises. 1 each winter and "shake your mailbox"to see if it is sturdy enough to s o not smoke or eat a large meal before s make it through the winter season or is in need of repair. shoveling. 1 Dress warmly in layers,wear a hat and cover your 0 Fire Hydrants:Fire hydrants should be cleared of snow Time can make neck. all the difference in an emergency and having the hydrant visible and 1 Tackle heavy snow in two stages. Begin by accessible for the Fire Department will greatly aid in their efforts. skimming off the snow from the top and then 1 Safety:When driving, keep a safe distance from snow plow trucks. remove the bottom layer. Don't overload the When your street is being plowed, keep children back and away from shovel. the roadway. 1 Don't rush, shovel with a slow and steady pace. 0 Assistance: The elderly and disabled often need help removing snow Take frequent breaks, stretch and drink some from their driveways. Please help if you can. The Livonia Senior Center water during breaks. Cold air dehydrates the maintains a list of contractors for snow removal at (734) 466-2555. body. LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS Two Programs To Make Home Maintenance Affordable! Sponsored By The Livonia Housing Commission 1. The Major Home Rehabilitation Loan Program is a low-interest loan program for income qualified homeowners for major home improvements as defined by inspections 1 0%, 3%, &5%Interest Rates with only one payment required,typically paid when home is sold 1 The focus of the program concentrates on maintenance of the existing structure as it relates to health and safety issues and correction of local code violations based primarily on inspections by the City Building Department 1 The program does not permit remodeling or updating for cosmetic purposes,additions,new construction projects or specific item requests 1 Typical eligible repairs may include roof, 440 windows,doors,insulation,heating,electrical i and plumbing repairs and some emergency repairs 1 Once the loan is obtained,a lien is placed on the Ilk" P property and remains until the title transfers ` 1 The maximum loan amount is$15,000-$25,000 Possible repair: Removal of old fuses Possible repair: Removal and 1 Licensed and insured contractors complete all with electrical upgrade to 100 amp replacement of existing furnace with work service new high efficiency model 2. The Minor Home Repair Grant Program provides financial assistance to income qualified homeowners for general permanent home repairs The maximum allowable grant award is$1,500 fid per home/per fiscal year 1 A minimal fee for service will be collected upon + ;A determination of the homeowners'program eligibility 1 Typical eligible repairs may include: • Insulation • Installation of handrails/grab bars • Minor plumbing/electrical repair k • Hot water tank replacement • Sewer cleanout Insulation installation Install Grab Bars • AND many other minor repairs needed to ensure the homeowners'health and safety For more information on either program CALL- (734)421-6450 ext. 105 for an appointment and to request an application EMAIL CDBG@ci.livonia.mi.us for major loan or minorhomerepair@ci.livonia.mi.us GO TO -the City of Livonia Website wwwci.livonia.mims click on "Departments""Housing""Community Development Block Grant Program" Contractor? If you are a licensed,insured,lead-based paint certified contractor interested in bidding on home improvement projects,please call(734)421-6450 ext. 104. We also welcome women and minority owned contractors. Qualifications? Household Size Max.Gross Income BOTH PROGRAMS INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES(CALL FOR COMPLETE 1 $36,200 DETAILS): 2 $41,400 1 You must be a homeowner/occupant for at least one year 3 $46,550 1 No land contracts 4 $51,500 1 The home must be covered by current homeowner's insurance 5 $55,850 $60,000 1 The property taxes and water bills MUST be paid to date 6 6 $64,150 1 Assets(not including principle residence and automobile must be less than$50,000 8 $68,250 1 Total gross annual household income must not exceed current limitations and are subject to change The Livonia Housing Commission offers the above home improvement programs to assist qualified residents.Equal Housing Opportunity Lender. LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS FALLPAIINTER ff Brush & Branch Chipper Service job Opportunities 1 Ends for the season at the beginning of October. 1 Service must be requested by Friday, October 3rd to receive final The City of Livonia Civil Service Department is accepting collection service for the season. applications for seasonal and temporary jobs in the 1 Brush&branches can be disposed of year-round for free at the following areas: Wood Waste Recycling Facility on Glendale PARKS AND RECREATION Disposing of Fall Decorations Community Recreation Center 1 Pumpkins go into the regular trash. ParksPools 1 Corn stalks, hay bales, and straw bales go into the yard waste. Athletics Final Yard Waste collection —week of December 8 Ice skating Sports Official 1 Yard waste will not be collected at the curb during the winter months. Instruction 1 Michigan law prevents the disposal of yard waste in landfills. PUBLIC SERVICE 1 Do not mix yard waste in with the regular trash-City subject to (March—November) heavy fines. 1 Yard waste service will resume the last week of March 2015. Seasonal Laborer Positions 1 Yard waste can be taken to the City Refuse Disposal Facility for a fee. LIBRARY Christmas Trees — Collection will occur the week Substitute Librarian of January5 9, 2015 Library Page — Student Page Using a Snow Removal Service? POLICE School Crossing Guard Before you hire them: Police Reserve Officer 1 Check with the City Clerk at(734) 466-2228 to see if the business is licensed by the City. TEMPORARY CLERICAL As needed Campaign Signs For information on the qualifications,job duties 1 General Election Tuesday, November 4, 2014. and how to apply for these jobs, please contact the 1 No signs allowed on the public right of ways. Civil Service Department,Third Floor City Hall at 1 Maximum sign size is 16 square feet. (734) 466-2530, or visit the City's website 1 Two sign maximum for the same candidate or issue per property wwwci.livonia.mi.us. 1 REMEMBER TO VOTE! Mental Health Counseling Program 2015 Free Yourself The City of Livonia Housing Commission provides financial assistance to income From Smoking Clinic! eligible Livonia residents to obtain professional mental health counseling services. The financial assistance provided is as follows: Attend Dr.ArthurWeaver's Stop Smoking 1 $400.00 in assistance per year, per eligible family/household Clinic Thursday,January 8th,Monday, 1 $80.00 per counseling session January 12th—Friday,January 16th and 1 A minimal co-pay, based on income,will be required per visit Tuesday,January 20th,2015 at 7:30 p.m.in The City of Livonia has contracted with local service providers to make available the Civic Center Library Auditorium,32777 needed counseling services. Residents may contact the following providers for Five Mile Rd. Program results are more assistance: successful if all sessions are attended. No 1 Hegira Programs, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (734) 744-0170 fee,although donations will be accepted. 1 Eastwood Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (734)425-4070 For more information,contact the City of 1 John Farrar, Ed.D.,LPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (248)210-3556 For more information call (734) 421-6450 ext. 103. Livonia's Department of Community ALL INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM RESIDENTS PARTICIPATING IN THE MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING Resources at(734)466-2540. PROGRAM SHALL BE CONFIDENTIAL. LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS Youth Employment Resource Center The City of Livonia Youth Employment Resource Center offers information about job opportunities. This service is available for youth ages 15—20 who reside and/or Terry A.Mareckf attend a school in Livonia. jobs for 15 year olds are extremely limited. The office City Clerk's is located in the Livonia City Hall Annex, 33000 Civic Center Drive. The north corner door of City Hall located in the Annex is the most convenient entrance. Business Hours: Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday from 1:00-5:00 p.m. (734) 466-2018. JOB OPPORTUNITIES ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON LINE AT WWW.CITYOFLIVONIA.NET UNDER THE "COMMUNITY" HEADING. City Clerk's Office Livonia City Hall 1 st Floor Assistance Programs 33000 Civic Center Drive wwwci.livonia.mi.us NEED HELP WITHA UMITYSHUTOFF NOT7CE.;;' The following elections are scheduled for the Emergency Assistance Program (EAP) remainder of this year: The City of Livonia Housing Commission provides eligible low/moderate income residents with utility (gas, electric or fuel heating) shut-off State General Elections assistance when a "SHUT-OFF" notice has been received from the utility November 4, 2014 company. Registration Deadline: 1 Up to $250.00 may be available to those who meet eligibility October 6, 2014 requirements Applications for absentee ballots are available to 0 Funds are given on a ONE-TIME ONLY basis you on the City website or they can be obtained 0 Applicant must be owner/occupant at the address of the shut-off/ from the City Clerk's Office approximately two disconnect notice (2) months prior to a scheduled election. If you 1 Income limitations and other restrictions apply require an application to be mailed to you, CALL(734) 421-6450 EXT. 105 for specific information about guidelines please call(734) 466-2121 and leave your name and address on the voice mail. EMAIL utiliryassistance@ci.livonia.mi.us for specific information about i program guidelines.. Dog Licenses The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Beginning in January 2015,the City Clerk's office will be offering animal owners the option of The City of Livonia, Department of Community Resources, distributes obtaining a 3 (three)year animal license. Proof U.S.D.A. surplus commodity food to are-qualified low-income of a 3 year rabies shot must be provided. One residents on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from noon to 2 p.m. year licenses will continue to be available. in the old District Court Building, 15140 Farmington Rd., next to the Civic Park Senior Center. Recipients also receive items from Forgotten Harvest food rescue organization. To see if you qualify, please City Assessor's Note call (734) 466.2673. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Senior housing residents should contact their housing The City Assessing Department has an ongoing office to inquire about eligibility review program of residential properties in the City. The purpose of this program is to ensure Donations For Resident Assistance Programs the accuracy of our records. The people doing the review will visit every home in the City and, "People come first in Livonia" has long been the motto of the City. You if possible, speak with the owner of the now have the chance to personally help ensure this is true. property. If the owner is not available, the By making a donation to the City of Livonia, Resident Assistance Program, reviewer will compare the property record card you help to keep a family warm in the winter, have light in the dark, feed to the exterior of the house. He/she may also hungry children and meet many more essential daily needs. look in the back yard. If you have any All donations are tax deductible. Make your check payable to: City of questions regarding this program, please call Livonia-Resident Assistance Program and mail your check to: Community the Assessing Office at(734) 466-2220. Resources, 33000 Civic Center Drive, Livonia,MI 48154. LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS LIVONIA'S LEAF PICKUP PROGRAM . The City of Livonia offers two options for collecting Avoid piling leaves at street corners or around leaves from residential areas. poles for mailboxes or signs. Leaf equipment has The first option is to dispose of your leaves with difficulty getting to these obstructed areas. your regularly scheduled weekly refuse collection. Do not park on or near leaf piles on the For pickup,you must place your leaves in paper scheduled collection days. compost bags or up to 33 gallon garbage cans LEAVES ONLY, PLEASE: Leaves placed in the street marked with either a Yard Waste sticker or an "X." mixed with grass clippings,brush and any other LEAVES PLACED IN PLASTIC BAGS WILL NOT BE debris cannot be removed. PICKED UP. Paper bags or cans filled with leaves or other yard waste should be placed at the curb Schedule separated from recycling bins and normal refuse, or The City of Livonia is divided into two areas as shown on the opposite side of the driveway. on the map (next page).Areas are defined by the Curbside collection of leaf and yard waste in expected volume of leaves based on the number and containers will continue on your regular collection day maturity of neighborhood trees, the types of trees with their predicted dates of leaf drop, and the through the week of December 8-12, 2014. previous years' experience. The second option is to rake your leaves into the ALL SCHEDULES ARE TENTATIVE. Because of street according to the schedule of the bulk leaf variables in volume and weather conditions leaf crews pickup program that runs from the end of October may arrive early but will return on or shortly after the through the end of November. This program is scheduled date. Conversely, if weather or the leaf designed to remove the majority of leaves for drop timing causes delays, crews will arrive as close to residents, with at least one pick up for every home in the scheduled date as possible. the city. Notification Large vacuum trucks and loaders remove the leaves A mailing will be sent in mid-October with specific raked into the street. Loaders are the most efficient and economical way to pick up the bulk of the leaves scheduling information and collection guidelines. quickly and the only method with wet, packed leaves. Signage: Temporary signs will be placed on local Loaders work with garbage trucks and roll-off streets at the entrances to neighborhoods three to dumpsters to collect and dispose of leaves. Within six days in advance of the scheduled pickup date. several days after the final leaf pick up, streets are Leaf signs are removed the day of the scheduled swept by motorized equipment to pick up residual pickup. If the sign is removed and leaf pickup is leaves. Do not continue to rake leaves into the street delayed the leaf crews will still be coming as close to after final pickup. Use the weekly service in bags or the scheduled date as possible. containers. Hotline: (734) 466-2601 —Recorded information The Bulk Leaf Pickup Program ends at the beginning is available twenty-four hours a day on schedule of December so that the equipment can be converted changes. for snow and ice control. Website: wwwci.livonia.mi.us To maximize the pickup of your leaves: No Burning • Rake leaves into the street at least four inches The city of Livonia prohibits the burning of leaves out from the curb so as not to block gutters for within the City Limits. (Livonia Code of Ordinances rain drainage. 8.25.350) • Do not rake into ditches. Leaves placed in For Questions regarding this program contact: ditches will not be removed. City of Livonia Public Service (734) 466-2655. • AREA A: AREA B: Each street in Area A will receive two special Each street in Area B will receive one scheduled pickups. The first scheduled pickup special scheduled pickup. The scheduled will be between the last week of October and pickup will occur beginning the second mid-November. The second and final pickup week of November. will be between mid November and the first part of December. MAP FOR SPECIAL LEAF PICK-UP PROGRAM Area A, 0 Area B: 0 EIGHT MILE A ROAD o 6 5 4 w NORFOLK 2 Z PEM ROKE O 3 a F U SEVEN MILE ROAD m z W CLARITA d O F A ,d CURTIS p CURTIS c7 O 7 $ 0 9 0 10 011 12 W L^ SIX Z MILE ROAD TERRENCE w N o 16 E_ a 15 a 14 z o Q 1$ 017 W z a PURITAN G 13 Q 1 Z F a 0 � p� >C a x O 4 RAYBURN FIVE MILE ROAD 19 20 a 23 w IAMI3GN W 21 22 24 00 LYNDON H Z = 3 z a z w z w x w W -� I-96 SCHOOLCRAFT ROAD I-96 ° INDUSTRIAL RD. 7 GLENDALE INDUSTRIAL AMRHEIN ----- N--Ik--R- ------ --R- -�k-fl- --��- -- ----II-��- --R-- ---N-�h--Ik- --- 30 29 2$ 27 R.R. 26 25 GRANTLAND a PLYMOI ITH ROAD ¢ F Al. W m HATHAWAY (a W CHICAGO 'a z O ANNARBoR Thi 3 33 34 3 5 z CATHEDRAL W ¢ = 31 32 x x 36 x JOY ROAD LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS LIVONIA SNOW & ICE CONTROL PROGRAM Each year the snow and ice control program for city streets citywide plowing operation(see Snow Emergency is evaluated for ways to reduce increasing costs while Information on page 6). The priority is to clear the primary maintaining service.Two types of salt routes exist— 24/7 routes first,then clear all remaining city-maintained "24/7" around-the-clock routes and the Weekday routes, streets, cul-de-sacs, dead-ends and service drives as soon as which are maintained Monday through Friday, during possible. (Note: Due to the size of the snow removal business hours. These routes are designed to provide equipment, some courts, dead-ends, cul-de-sacs, etc., may access to serviced roads throughout sections of the City, per require follow-up later with smaller equipment.) the Livonia Salt Routes Section Map on the following page. Please note: Most of the major roads in Livonia are Level III Major Snow Storm: maintained by Wayne County Department of Public Accumulation in excess of eight inches has the same Services. (See County road map on the bottom right response as Level II,with the recognition that completion of ° of the page). city-wide plowing will require more time depending on the severity of the storm.A snow emergency will be declared The Livonia Public Service Division follows the developing that will require that all parked vehicles be removed weather and road conditions carefully, evaluates from the roadway until the roadway is cleared. maintenance needs, and mobilizes personnel and equipment' to respond accordingly. Each snowfall creates unique The Livonia circumstances,with WAYN E 'COUNTY SALT ROUTES Police Department decisions based on monitors road snowfall amounts Residents reporting snow or ice concerns on the following conditions and and weather Wayne County Salt Routes(depicted below in red),please do not notifies the DPS predictions. call the City of Livonia,since these roads are not plowed by the City. to respond to Conditions can vary Contact Wayne County at 1-888-ROADCREW. hazardous driving from one area of the conditions after 8 MILE ROAD hours, evenings city to another. and weekends. Road conditions are inspected by A supervisory C4 7 MIL ROADS personnel.The following guidelines are used to address a snow or ice event. Level I Light Snowfall: x - o For snowfalls of approximately four inches C46 MI ROAD p or less, priorities are to keep 24/7 routes as H A clear as possible on an around-the-clock a z o w A basis with an emphasis on salt-spreading, x 0 5 MILE ROAD � A with plowing possible as needed.Weekday routes are maintained Monday through Friday, during business hours,with salt w x Z spreading and/or plowing as needed. SCHOOL RAFT N. Level II Moderate Snowfall: IU With snowfall accumulations of over four inches occurring throughout the City, a !z_ �d PL MOU RO snow emergency may be declared, based 4 �F� on travel conditions. 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CHI AGO s 3 1 A"OR +�y VERMONT 4 DELAWARE r 33 Z CATHEDRAL ►1� 3 FLORID [' 35 � rIr O JOY ROAD y LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS library WINTER 2014 STORYTIME REGISTRATION CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY For more information on programs or to register, call(734) 466-2493. Storytime programs are open to preschool Livonia children. Children younger than three years of age must be accompanied by an adult (one child per adult). Registration begins Monday,January 5th. Saace is limited so register early! Baby Storytime—Ages 12—23 months. Babies are invited to bring a loving caregiver along for songs, simple stories, rhymes, and toy time.Mondays,January 12—February 23. Session one— 12 to 17 months: 9:30 to 9:50 a.m. Session two— 18 to 23 months: 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. Baby Storytime—Ages 12—23 months. Wednesdays,January 14 —February 25, 10 to 10:30 a.m. Babies are invited to bring a loving caregiver along for songs, simple stories, and rhymes. Teen Photo Contest 2013 runner-up color—Juliet Hope Toddler Storytime—Ages 24—36 months. Thursdays,January 15—February 26, 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Stories, marches to musical instruments, fingerplays and large movement activities. Emphasis is on the introduction of some fundamental children's materials, Fun &Simple Jewelry Making—Ages 7— 12. Saturday, learning to listen in a group and taking turns. November 8 at 2 p.m. Make fun felt pins! Create paper bead necklaces! Make decorative hairclips! Invent your own beaded Preschool Storytime—Ages 3—6. 'Tuesdays,January 13— jewelry! Get ready for new fall fashions by creating jewelry that February 24 from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Stories, action songs, puppets, matches your sense of style! Learn about the resources that are games and a small craft geared for ages 3—6. Parents welcome to available both in the library and online. Registration required sit in, no unregistered siblings please. beginning October 24 in person at the Children's Desk or by Family Storytime—Recommended for ages 3—6, and families. phone. Thursdays,January 15-February 26 from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Stories, Livonia Tree Lighting Celebration Holiday Crafts—Ages 2— action songs, puppets,games, and a small craft. Stories and 12. 'Tuesday, December 2 from 6:30—8:45 p.m. Children will have activities are geared for children ages 3—6, however, parents and the opportunity to make a variety of holiday crafts. Instructions siblings are welcome! Registration not required. and examples will be provided. Parental supervision is required. Tween Halloween Parry—Grades 4—6. 'Tuesday, October 28 at Registration not required. 7 p.m. Join us for spooky fun as we celebrate Halloween! Holiday Crafts—Art Ala Carte—Ages 2— 12. December 3— Participants will enjoy games, crafts, food and a costume contest. 23 during normal library hours. Create festive holiday crafts using Registration required beginning October 6 in person at the materials provided. Samples and instructions will be provided. Children's Desk or by phone. Adult supervision is required, especially for young children. Creepy Campfire Tales-Grades 4-6. Wednesday, October 29 Registration not required. -Rehearsal: 6 to 7:15 p.m.; Performance: 7:15 p.m. Calling all Saturday Cinema-For all ages;young children must be readers! Help bring stories to life on our stage(and send shivers accompanied by an adult. October 18, November 8, December 20 through the audience!) at our special Halloween edition of Readers' and January 17 at 2 p.m. Registration not required. join us every Theater. Students of all reading abilities are welcome, and no month for a free G or PG-rated film in the library auditorium (sorry, previous acting experience(or memorization) is required. no food or drink allowed). Contact the Library at (734) 466-2493 to Registration required beginning October 8 in person at the confirm titles. Children's Desk or by phone. Readers'Theater Performance: Creepy Campfire Tales- NOBLE LIBRARY For grades 3 and up, but all ages welcome. Wednesday, October 29 Pre-School Storytime-Ages 3-6. Wednesdays,January 14- at 7:15 p.m. You are invited to our frighteningly-fun Halloween February 25 at 11 a.m. Stories, songs, and some amazing science edition of Readers'Theater. Sit back and enjoy a tale or two demos! Drop-ins and siblings welcome. Registration not required. performed by local kids. Don't miss out on this ghostly good time! Registration not required. Toddler Storytime—Ages 2—3. Wednesdays,January 14— February 25 at 10:15 a.m. join us for songs, stories, and toy time! Holiday Projects—Grades 2—6. Thursdays in November& Drop-ins and siblings welcome. Registration not required. December at 6:30 p.m. See our website for pictures of each week's Drop-In Playdate—Ages 2—6. Wednesdays, November 5—26 project, then sign up for the week(s)you'd like to come. All materials supplied. Registration required beginning October 27 from 10:15- 11:30 a.m. Missing storytime? Come play with our through December 1 in person at the Children's Desk or by phone. toys and meet with your neighborhood friends. MLIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS 32777 Five Mile—(734)466-2491 32901 Plymouth—(734)421-6600 30100 W.Seven Mile—(248)893-4010 Civic Park Senior Center Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m Monday 12-8 p.m. Tuesday 12-8 p.m. 15218 Farmington—(734)466-2559 Friday&Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday— I -5 p.m. Crayons, Stickers &Glue—Ages 3—6. Wednesdays, Babysitting Workshop—Ages 11 &up. Saturday, October 18 or December 3— 17 from 10:30— 11 a.m. Join us for some stories Saturday, November 1 from 9:30 a.m to 3 p.m. Come to the library encouraging color and shape learning, then let's create something to receive babysitter training. Learn how to entertain kids, find fun! Registration not required. clients, advertise your services, perform basic first aid and receive a certificate at the end of the session. Please bring a bag lunch. SANDBURG LIBRARY Choose either session, no waiting list. Registration required in Toddler Storytime—Ages 2—3. 'Tuesdays,January 13— person or by phone at(734) 466-2490 beginning September 2. February 24 at 1 pm. Join us for stories, songs, and toy time! Free Drop-in Babysitting—Saturdays, November 15 and Drop-ins and siblings welcome. Registration not required. December 13 from 11 a.m.to 1 p.m. The Livonia Public Library Preschool Storytime—Ages 3—6. 'Tuesdays,January 13— trains babysitters and they would love to get some experience February 24 at 12:15 p.m. Be there for stories, songs and some watching your kid(s)while you browse the library Just come to the amazing science demos! Drop-ins and siblings welcome. Michigan Room anytime during 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. and drop your Registration not required. child off to be supervised and entertained by the babysitters we've trained this Fall. Adult supervision will be provided as well. For Drop-In Playdate—All ages. 'Tuesdays, November 4—25 from information, please call Patty Goonis at(734) 466-2481. Noon to 1 p.m. Missing storytime? Come play with our toys and meet with your storytime friends. Harry Potter Club 3rd Annual Yule Ball—All ages welcome. Saturday,January 3 from 7 to 10 p.m. Come celebrate all things Crazy—8's—Ages 7— 12. 'Tuesdays, November 4—25 from Harry Potter at the Civic Center Library! Play Brownie Quidditch, 4:30—5:30 p.m. Join us for math puzzles and games brought to Harry Potter trivia, dance to Wizard Rock music, toss some gnomes you by BedTime Math! Registration not required. No session and enjoy refreshments. Registration not required. November 11. Dollars for College—Tuesday,January 6 at 7 p.m. In this FREE Crayons, Stickers &Glue—Ages 2—6. 'Tuesdays, December 2 seminar, Sheryl Krasnow of College and Career Counseling —23 from 12:15— 12:45 p.m. Join us for some stories encouraging Associates,will present complete information on funding a college color and shape learning,then let's create something fun! education. For college-bound students and their parents. Registration not required. Filling out the Online FAFSA—Tuesday,January 13 at 7 p.m. In TEEN PROGRAMS this FREE lecture/workshop, Sheryl Krasnow of College and Career Counseling Associates,will give advice on filling out the FAFSA Visit us on the web: financial aid form. For college-bound students and their parents. http://Iivonia.fib.ml.us/teen Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Livon!aPubl!cL!braryTeenServices Follow us on Twitter: http://tMtter.com/LPLTeenSenices Noontime Check our event cyber-calendar: http://Iivonia.lib.ml.us/events—calendar. Concert Series CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY Civic Center Library Teen Drawing Contest—Grades 7&up. Deadline: Friday, The Noontime Concert Series will return October 24 by 5 p.m. Livonia Public Library is sponsoring to the Livonia Civic Center Library Atrium GenreCon on October 25 and want to display/judge your art! Attendees are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch You've taken the drawing classes over the summer and attended 12:15 p.m.— 1:00 p.m.on the third Thursday the Sandburg Art Camp, now you're ready to submit your art for display. Original drawings in the categories of fantasy, science of the Month starting on: fiction, and horror will be accepted. Prizes awarded on October October 16,2014 25. Drop off your art work at any branch or email Mike Wolverton& Ed Olszewski Oktoberfest 2014 pgoonis@livonia.lib.mi.us. November 20,2014 Harry Potter Club—3rd Year @ Hogwarts Kickoff Party— Harmonytown Chorus Ages 11- 18, but younger devotees allowed. Thursday, September December 18,2014 11 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Come celebrate year three of the Harry Silver String Dulcimer Society Potter Club at our new home, Civic Center Library where we will January 15,2015 meet every Thursday. New members welcome. Come and see all your Harry Potter friends you missed over the summer. Robert Johnson—Folk/Blues Guitarist Harry Potter Club—3rd Year at Hogwarts—Ages 11- 18, but For information about the performances younger devotees allowed. Thursdays starting September 18 (no check the library's website at www.livonia.lib.mi.us meeting October 2) from 5 to 6 p.m. New day, new time, new or contact the library at(734)466-2490. place! Hogwarts moves from Sandburg to Civic Center to Co-sponsored by the Livonia Arts Commission accommodate additional students! Year three will feature origami owls, Quidditch, fan fiction writing exercises, a Whomping Willow game, and the ever popular Harry Potter trivia. LIVONIA FALUWINTER NEWS Teen Advisory Committee—Teens in grades 7— 12. October Recharge Your Brain and Memory with Sandy Baumann 9, November 6, December 4&January 8 at 6 p.m. The library —Monday, October 13 at 7 p.m. In this humorous talk, get a wants your opinions! Come and chat with other teens about wealth of tips to help you sharpen your recall, learn new facts, and library programs and ideas. Earn volunteer credit hours and get remember where you put things as well as holistic strategies for experience in a leadership position. Gain some valuable real strengthening your memory using everyday foods, beverages, fun world experience to list on your college and scholarship physical activity and simple lifestyle changes. Learn the risks for applications. Refreshments provided. Call Patty Goonis at(734) Alzheimer's disease and ways to overcome them. Reclaim your 466-2481 for more information. memory This is a free program and registration is not required. ADULT PROGRAMS Meditation for Beginners-Tuesday, October 14 at 7 p.m. Learn a simple yet powerful 15 minute practice which creates Search for us on social media under Livonia Public Library and... enhanced clarity, improved health and a state of peacefulness and Like us on Facebook; Pin us on Pinterest joy Previous meditation experience is not necessary This Watch us on You Tube; Picture us on Flickr practice is offered by Isha Foundation, an international, non- profit, public service organization dedicated to cultivating human Follow us on Twitter @livonia_library potential. This is a free program and registration is not required. Subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter at Livonia.lib.mi.us Past Forward—Wednesday, October 15 at 7 p.m. Author and CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY psychic medium, Kristy Robinett, discusses"Past Lives, Souls and Book Discussion Group—The Livonia Civic Center Library Spirits" and how to determine if you might have existed before. book discussion group meets every second Monday of the month Wellness Superheroes with Sandy Baumann—Monday, at 7 p.m. October 20 at 7 p.m. Learn about the roles of COQ10, Free Depression Screening—Thursday, October 9 with 2 Magnesium, Omega-3 Oils, and Vitamin D in reducing risk for such health challenges as anxiety, arthritis, bone loss, cancer, sessions: 10 a.m.—2 p.m. or 4 p.m.—8 p.m. On National depression, diabetes, fatigue, insomnia, memory loss, obesity, and Depression Screening Day, representatives from the Cruz Clinic in more. Discover deficiency symptoms, common food and Livonia will give people the opportunity to take a free, anonymous supplement sources, and recommended dosages to restore questionnaire assessing their risk for mood and anxiety disorders health. Live stronger! This is a free program and registration is and will also provide referral information for treatment. This is a not required. free program and registration is not required. How Much Money Do You Need to Retire Comfortably? Western Wayne Community Reads!—Wednesday, October 22 presented by Rick Bloom—Friday, October 10 at 1 p.m. at 6:30 p.m. Please join us when Michigan mystery writer D.E. Registration not required. Johnson, author of Detroit Breakdown and Motor City Shakedown,will discuss his books and answer questions. The program is free and Climbing Your Family Tree—Saturday, October 11 from registration is not required. 9:15 a.m.— 10:15 a.m. If you are interested in starting your GenreCon! Mystery, Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror family's genealogy, please consider attending this free session. —Saturday, October 25 from 10 a.m. —4 p.m. All ages welcome Carl Katafiasz, Head of Adult Services,will be offering this class to this free event. Check our website, Livonia.lib.mi.us, for more to assist the beginning researcher with their genealogy. Please details. call (734) 466-2490 to register. Diabetes Prevention with Ginger Ramsay—Monday, October 27 at 7 p.m. Learn what to do to enhance your health and prevent diabetes. Topics will include: nutrition and meal = J planning, physical activity,weight loss, stress management, the importance of sleep,working with your health care professionals Jo and more! This is a free program and registration is not required. t "« Stress Management with Donald Zaksek—'Tuesday, October 28 at 7 p.m. Examine ways to reduce, prevent and cope U 5ED BOOK SALE! with stress. Learn how to identify the sources of your stress, understand how you currently cope with stress, and embrace Civic Center Library healthier ways to manage stress. This is a free program and Friday, October 3 registration is not required. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. From Wills to Trusts: An Overview of Essential Estate Saturday, October 4 Planning Documents with Johnathan Goldberg of Bloom 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Asset Management—Friday, November 7 at 1 p.m. Sunday, October 5 Registration not required. 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday Book-to-Film Discussion Group—See your Books sold by the bag on Sunday favorite novels come to life on the screen each month. Movies span the Golden Age of film to current blockbusters. Join us Sponsored by The Friends of the Livonia Library afterwards as a discussion of both book and movie follows. Select Saturdays from 10 a.m.— 1 p.m. Call Nitza Ramirez- Blackstock at (734) 466-2409 for more information. mLIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS 32777 Five Mile—(734)466-2491 32901 Plymouth—(734)421-6600 30100 W.Seven Mile—(248)893-4010 Civic Park Senior Center Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m Monday 12-8 p.m. Tuesday 12-8 p.m. 15218 Farmington—(734)466-2559 Friday&Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday— I -5 p.m. Livonia Civic Center Library Presents the Film Movement Basic Computer Classes—The Civic Center Library provides Program—Mondays, October 20, November 17, December 15 weekly sessions on basic computer skills and the various Microsoft and January 19 at 6:30 p.m.—Auditorium Office Products(Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). Sessions are join us for a newly released award-winning independent film every designed with the beginner in mind. Call the reference desk at month.These are independent features and foreign films being (734) 466-2490 to sign up and for more information. seen soon after their theater runs. Chosen as the best the world History Lives at the Library—The Friends of the Livonia Public has to offer,this is an opportunity to see some otherwise little Library has renewed its support to continue the popular History seen films. Please note due to their sometimes mature themes Lives Series at the Civic Center Library Programs of various and content, these films are recommended for adult audiences. historical topics will occur on a monthly basis from September The films will be added to the library's permanent collection soon through May. Please check the library's website and click the after their showing.More general information on the Film "History Lives" link to see upcoming programs, dates, and times. Movement Program can be found at www.filmmovement.com, while information about the Civic Center Library's showings is The Noontime Concert Series—Upcoming concerts in the available at (734) 466-2197,the library's web site at series will take place every third Thursday on October 16, http://Iivonia.lib.ml.us/movementseries or by subscribing November 20, December 18 and January 15. Concerts begin at to the library's monthly email newsletter. 12:15 p.m. and end at 1 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Livonia Arts Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies—October 8, November Commission. 12, December 10 and January 14 at 2:00 p.m.—Auditorium. Each GIS CELEBRATION enjoy a different classic film in the comfort of the Civic Center Library Auditorium as we present some of the best-loved Library Memorial and Commemorative Program movies from the golden age of cinema and beyond. See a classic Need a unique and lasting way to remember a special person? film from the 1930s through the 1980s for free! Sorry, no food or Want to help your community? You can do both of these at once beverages are allowed in the auditorium. For more information with a monetary donation in honor or memory of a loved one as and the title of our next film, subscribe to our monthly email part of the Library Memorial and Commemorative Program. A gift newsletter from the library home page at http://Iivonia.lib.mi.us plate on the book shows the name of the person being honored as or call(734) 466-2197. well as that of the donor. A brochure describing the program in Nook, Kindle and Tablet Classes—Classes are held once a more detail is available at all library locations or online at month instructing how to check out e-books from the library using www.livonia.lib.ml.us/donations. these devices. Call(734) 466-2490 for dates and times. Registration is required as class sizes are small. City Fine Arts Gallery Livonia Civic Center Library & City Hall Lobbv Atritir, Presented by the Livonia Arts Commission New artists are on exhibit every month in both the Fine Arts Gallery,located on the second floor of the Civic Center Library,and the Lobby of the City Hall. Guests will enjoy a wide variety of styles and media. Artists interested in exhibiting should contact Community Resources at(734)466-2540 or go on to our city website www.ci.livonia.us under the Arts Commission Gallery and print off an application. For the Month of October: Livonia Camera Club will display in the City Hall Lobby Robert Bielat will display Sculptures,Pottery and Ceramics in the Fine Arts Gallery. For the Month of November: Deborah Marvin will display Watercolor in the City Hall Lobby. 16th Annual Fine Arts Exhibition will display mixed media in the Fine Arts Gallery. For the Month of December: Holiday Decorations in the City Hall Lobby Grace Karczewski will display in the Fine Arts Gallery. For the Month of January: TBA will display in the City Hall Lobby Fred Keebler will display in the Fine Arts Gallery The Livonia Arts Commission will once again be holding the Annual Fine Art Exhibition in November. The postmark deadline for entries will be October 3,2014. For a Prospectus or further information,please contact Chris in Community Resources at(734)466-2540. LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS sen OLD BAGS SALE October 13th-17th Civic Center Lobby There will be a bunch of"old bags" at the Center waiting to be taken home!Clarification:these will be old bags you carry, not people you know You can bid on the bag of your choice.Some will have mystery gifts in them—don't judge a purse by its wrinkles. There will be Tote bags,purses,clutches,evening bags,and even some great experienced designer bags. Bidding will be by silent progressive auction, so come every day. Final bid on Friday, October 17th at 3 p.m.!! MEDICARE ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE October 17th and November 21 st from 9 a.m.—5 p.m. The Senior Alliance will be having Open Enrollment Assistance. Free. First come-first served. Bring your pharmacy list. BOO! BATS! GOBLINS! PUMPKINS! Don't miss this year's Halloween"Warm Up Halloween"Warm Up Party" Party"Wednesday,October 29th. Wednesday,October 29th @ 1 1:30 a.m. Wear your favorite costume—everyone is a kid this day...lots The monthly senior bulletin is currently available at of candy and caramel corn.Dance to sounds of our Live Band. www ci.livonia.mi.us: click on e-news signup,enter your email guy your tickets in Advance. $3 resident and$4 non-resident. address, click on the senior center, and then click on submit.The bulletin lists daily activities such as card, board,bingo games,weekly THANKSGIVING DINNER movies,continuing education classes,book and current events discussion groups, assistance programs,and the congregate lunch November 26th, 11:30 a.m. menu.The bulletin is also available at the Civic Park Senior Center. Make your reservations by Friday, November 21st.Suggested donation$2.25. CIVIC PARK SENIOR CENTERWILL BE CLOSED HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOW — FREE ADMISSION Tuesday, November 11 th Thursday, November 27&Friday November 28 Friday, December 6th, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Come in and get into the Holiday Spirit! Always a great turnout!! Wednesday, December 24th&Thursday, December 25th Support S.C.A.N. (Senior Citizen Achievement Needs)at our annual Wednesday, December 31 st&Thursday, January 1 st Holiday Craft Show Many arts&craft items,seasonal decorations, food items and holiday treasures will be for sale.Hot Dogs, Chips, MATINEE AT THE SENIOR CENTER and Baked Goods for sale.Vendor space is available. Call]eron Every Monday&Friday 12:30 p.m. $1.00 per person (734)466-2551 for further information. Please make your advance movie reservation with payment at the Volunteer Desk prior to the movie date!NO WALK-INS ALLOWED! CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY PARTY No admission after movie begins!Please check with the Center Friday, December 19th, 11:30 a.m. for current movie list. Enjoy a Christmas/Holiday dinner with all the trimmings!Come &celebrate with appetizers&refreshments.You MUST make SNOW CLOSING your advanced reservation at the Volunteer Desk or by calling In the event of a major snow/ice storm,if Livonia Public Schools are 734)466-2555 by Friday, December 12th. Buy your tickets in closed,the Senior Center Bus will NOT Run! Senior Center Advance. $3 resident and$4 non-resident. nroarams, activities and nutrition services are CANCELLED! Tune into your local news or radio for closings. MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY LUNCH Monday, January 19th, 11:30 a.m. FLU SHOTS Advanced Reservations taken for Lunch. No Wayne County Friday, October 3rd 10 a.m.—2 p.m. provided meal on this day. Lunch will include Coney dogs, chips, No charge for Medicare A&B or$25 for those not on Medicare. salad,and dessert. Buy your tickets in Advance. $3 resident and $4 non-resident. CELEBRATE OKTOBERFEST AT THE SENIOR CENTER TAX TIME IS ALMOST HERE! Monday, October 13th 11:45 a.m. START ORGANIZING YOUR TAX PAPERS:AARP assistance with Luncheon will include knackwurst, sauerkraut, our"famous" German income tax preparation will begin Monday, February 2nd.Trained potato salad,and home style rye bread. Find your Lederhosen and Volunteers will be available to complete simple returns. NO pin some Eidelweiss in your hair.Buy your tickets in Advance. $3 APPOINTMENTS TAKEN. resident and$4 non-resident. 0 LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS Civic Park Senior Center on ay - ri-a-ay-6:3 p.m. MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LOAN CLOSET: The Civic Park Senior Center has a medical loan Senior Transportation inform, 0o, closet filled with wheelchairs,transfer/bath benches,canes walkers, portable commodes SENIOR CENTER TRANSPORTATION BUS and other durable medical aids. A cash deposit The Senior Center Transportation Buses provide curb-to-curb rides within the is required and refunded upon the return of the City limit on a donation basis. Rides are available to local shopping districts, item. Equipment can be kept for six months. grocery stores,and to the Senior Center. Service hours are Monday thru Friday,8:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m. (Monday and Tuesday 8:30 a.m.—3:00 p.m.) SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM 24 HOUR ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY CALLING Wayne County Office of Nutrition Services make (734) 466.2555. available a well-balanced meal to Livonia residents age 60 years and older. There are SENIOR CENTER MEDICAL BUS three basic nutrition programs. To make a medical bus reservation,please follow these steps: Liquid Nutrition: for those seniors who 1. Reservations accepted 90 days in advance on a first come, first have difficulty swallowing solid food due served basis. to a debilitating disease or condition. A physician must complete the Wayne County 2. Medical Bus is limited to five(5)riders per day. Call for information. Office of Nutrition Services medical form 3. First morning appointment is 9:30 a.m. and last pick-up to return indicating the person's need for liquid meals. home is by 2:30 p.m. This medical bus travels one(1)mile outside The eligible client or representative will be the Livonia City limit. responsible for picking up the liquid nutrition 4. When making your reservation,you must have the time of your once a month at a designated site. appointment,the name,address,telephone number of your doctor. For additional information, please call 1.800.851.1454. 5. You will be asked your name, address,telephone number. Home-Delivered: for those seniors who 6. On the day of your scheduled appointment you must be ready for are homebound,unable to prepare their own pick-up from your home one(1)hour ahead of your scheduled meals or unable to feed themselves. Hot appointment time. When you are ready to return home,the meals are delivered on weekdays,frozen doctor's office must call the Center for your return ride home. meals are available to clients who are cannot 7. Wheelchair riders must be accompanied and their wheelchair must prepare food on the weekends. A physician, have footrests and brakes in working order. visiting nurse,family, friend or the senior 8. Limited to two(2)round trip medical bus appointments per week. resident can make the referral for Meals-on Wheels at 1.800.851.1454. Hot Lunch Program: for those seniors who are able to attend one of the three sites LIVONIA COMMUNITY located throughout the City: TRANSIT BUS — CMC PARK SENIOR CENTER CALL (734) 466-2700 15218 Farmington Road Livonia Community Transit will pick (734) 466.2555 up residents 60 years old and over BRASHEAR TOWERS and disabled persons from their 17841 North Laurel Park Drive home and transport themwithin (734) 591.6622 the city limits of Livonia for a fee of McNAMARA TOWERS $2.00 each way. Exact fare or ticket required;drivers do not 19300 Purlingbrook make change. Hours of service - — (248) 477.7086 are: Monday,through Friday 7:00 a.m.—6:30 p.m. McNamara Towers Saturday&Sunday Senior Citizen Housing Community 8:00 a.m.—2:30 p.m. is currently accepting Community Transit reservations ° applications for its accepted on a first-come, first-served basis by calling(734) 466.2700 waiting list. To obtain Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m.—6:30 p.m. more information, please contact (248) 477-7086. LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS a Greenmead Historical Park Located at 20501 Newburgh Road (South of Eight Mile). Call (248) 477-7375 for more information on any of the following: Historic Greenmead Tours Highland Tea Sundays 1-4 p.m.(except holiday weekends)till the end of October and in �` I ' ", Saturday,November 15th,3-5 p.m. Enjoy the flavors the month of December.Weekday group tours can be arranged by calling and sounds of Scotland at the Alexander Blue House. (248)477-7375. Admission: $3.00 Adult;$2.00 Children.The Greenmead Gift This Tea will feature traditional Scottish food and Shop is open Wednesday through Friday noon to 4:30 p.m.,as well as on tour music.Tickets(pre-sale only and space is limited)are Sundays and most special events. Please come in and browse our unique available at the Greenmead Office. For more selection of merchandise. information,call(248)477-7375. The CivilWar:A Livonia History Event Friends of Greenmead Annual Christmas Walk Saturday,September 27th, 10-6 p.m.&Sunday,September 28th 10-4 p.m. Saturday,December 6, 10 a.m.—5 p.m.visit the Simmons/Hill House,decorated The public is invited to join members of the 17th Michigan Civil War Re- with this year's theme,A Caroling Christmas",and tour five private homes enactors during"Guns and Gowns Weekend". The 17th will be camping on the beautifully decorated for the Holidays. Cost: $9 in advance and$10 the day of grounds. There will be a Field Surgeon the event. While you are on the Walk,come into the Greenmead Gift Shop. We demonstration,cannons&rifles on have lots of new Gift Shop items and a special gift for you(as supplies last). display,period crafts,a Civilian Village Tickets are available at Greenmead,all City libraries and the Community recreation and so much more. Resources Department at City Hall. All proceeds benefit Greenmead Historical . Admission is FREE;donations are Park. Sponsored by the Friends for the Development of Greenmead. ' w accepted.On Saturday,September 27th a Civil War Tea will be an extra feature at Christmas Tours and Concerts at Historic Greenmead the event;tickets for this Tea are$25.00Tours of the historic buildings at Greenmead will be held on December 7th, 14th and must be purchased in advance at and 21 st from 1-4 p.m. The Meeting House will be decorated for the Christmas Greenmead. Season along with six Village buildings. The Kingsley,Shaw,Bungalow,Store and School will be decorated,keeping with their time period.The 17th Michigan Civil Halloween at Greenmead War Group will be out on December 7th for the annual"hanging of the greens"at Friday,October 24th,5:30-8 p.m. the Kingsley House during the regular tour time.On December 14th,A Visit with This program is designed for families Santa will be held at the Meeting House from 1.4 p.m. All tours start at the and features a creepy tour of village buildings, Greenmead Gift Shop. Admission:adults$3,children$2. Weekday group tours storytelling,crafts,music and refreshments. are available by reservation only. Free Christmas concerts will be held at Cost:$6.00 per person. Tickets(pre-sale only Greenmead's Newburg Church on Sunday,December 7th, 14th and 21 st at 3 p.m. and space is limited)are available at the Greenmead Office. For more information, Christmas Tea at the Alexander Blue House call(248)477-7375. Thursday,December 11th, 5-7 p.m.The time is right to gather with friends for our festive Christmas Tea. The tables will be set with Christmas china,and,with this tea being held after dark,you will be wrapped in Livonia Symphony Orchestra Schedule the warm glow of candlelight. We will be serving 42114 Season tickets and sweet treats for your enjoyment. Advance , tickets only. For more information,please call 2014 - 2015 CONCERT SEASON Greenmead(248)477-7375. Al concerts begin at 4 p.m. Alexander Blue House is available for rental. Built in the mid-nineteenth century,this vintage house has been carefully adapted Louis Schmidt Auditorium,Clarenceville High School, to provide meeting space for a variety of business and social events. The Blue 20155 Middlebelt Road,Livonia House offers Victorian charm and a comfortable setting for small meetings, October 25,2014 conferences,workshops,private parties and receptions. Daytime weekday rentals "Symphonie Fantastique and Other Classical Treasures" offer a great and affordable setting for classes and seminars. The facility provides many modem amenities,including a catering kitchen and audiovisual equipment December 6,2014 suitable for power point and video presentations. For more information,call "Holiday Merriment"Nutcracker Ballet Greenmead(248)477-7375. NOW with free guest WI-Fi. Excerpts with Angie Hahn's Academy of Dance Season Subscription will now be$80 for 4 concerts(not 5) The Historic Newburg Church and and add PLUS one Mini-Concert of choice. Friends' Meeting House are also available for rent. NEW THIS SEASON: - Begin your wedding memories at Newburg Church. 3 Concert Mini-Series watch for exciting details. Built in 1848 and authentically restored to its 1920s TICKETS: appearance,curved pews,vaulted ceiling and $20 Adult,$10 Students 6-18—College Students must show ID stained-glass windows make the Church a beautiful Children under 5 free.Group tickets of 10 or more are available site for your wedding ceremony by calling Ron Laing at(313)538 2536.Special Event tickets available on-line. Friends, Meeting House For a casual event,the intimate setting of the Tickets for the concerts are available at the Livonia Civic Center Friends'Meeting House is great for small Library,on line at www.livoniasymphony.org or at the door on meetings,parties,dinners and showers. , concert night. For more information,leave a message on the Makes a great on-site location for your Rehearsal 4 Symphony's Music Hot Line at(734)421-1111. Night Dinner. LIVONIA FALL/WINTER NEWS Wilson Barn Events Located at 29350 West Chicago at Middlebelt (south of Plymouth Road) Call (734) 427-4311 or visit www.wilsonbarn.us or wilsonbarn.us@gmail.com for more information on activities Friends of the Barn Haunted Barn Stroll 1 You are invited to"tum back the clock"to enjoy the nostalgic era of country Saturdays:October 11, 18,and 25, fundraising events at the Wilson Barn. The Wilson Barn is a State and National Noon to 7:30 p.m. Historical Site as well as the birthplace of Michigan's milk hauling business. Sundays: October 12, 19,and 26 Members of the Barn meet on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7 p.m.at the Noon to 7:30 p.m. Wilson Barn. New members welcome. Friends of the Wilson Barn help preserve Admission:$1.00 per person Livonia's Historical Dairy Farm. The Barn is the site for the Farmer's Market, This special stroll through the barn is Pumpkin Fest,car shows,craft shows,and other activities. The Barn may also designed for children 12 years and younger. be rented for group outings.The Wilson Barn is a smoke free facility. A journey of thrills and chills thru historical horse stalls overtaken by friendly and scary Farmers Market monsters and ghosts! You request the level Saturdays,June 21 thru of scariness. For more information call October 11,8 a.m.-2 p.m. (734)466-2410. "FREE Activities" Local vendors offer a variety of produce,plants,crafts,etc. Some vendors honor the WIC Program. Check the web site for special events Palrko SW R pn at wwwwilsonbarn.us L I O N or call(734)261-3602. L""n COMMMITY Rlr ][A1m opts nous Sunday, October 12 - 17M"p.m.- 4.00 p.m. Pumpkin Fest FOM11y, Fun & FKWS1 September 27-October 30. i 10 a.m.to 7:30 p.m. No admission charged,however A+d111tritil�►n I#FFMIE r LiunlQ Isllralt fees for some activities apply. A Non-Resident fee OF S31person a pp]W to use Fe tfi . Daily Activities. Pumpkins, ('Must shote proof of fesi&ency al Irene of entry.) gourds,&cornstalk sales. Pony Sting your family and frietlds for an allornoon of funl Enjoy our gwt rides Noon to 7 p.m.Weather water lube slide. rock clirn4.woorkout. take a free c:emo class Rake a permitting. Hayrides,Noon to guided tou r or just upend the afternoon bpi ng a kid a nti cl;sccmer fun 7 p.m.weather permitting, and fitness beyond your Widest dreg ms' 9-w-Dc1*$0:kh**W weekdays by reservation. Call 11 12-4 P rr Earn Worw (734)558-5506. � �,� ��- � '��' �-��� Special Weekend Features 1.,wo.m,. E zv_lr.m 1.3q s m En+rr, .. . October4, 5, 11, 12, k cs 18, 19,25 and 26 ,, �tscete 11 a.m.to 7 p.m. 2061)•rn KeNFu Cider,Donuts,Refreshments, 30 a m Ta cr„ etc.Arts and Craft Show i '� ' (Crafters wanted- (248)888-8028.) L I V 0 N I A 0>>teLevision MOVING rOPWARD bright FOLLOW US ON houset& NL-WON K& i �_f•'n,°c,-i Channel 818.1 Channe199 TWITTER AND FACEBOOKI Lrl, t t"'; :).t _a tib+,. I v:-n ,n".v,usl LIVONIA FALUWINTER NEWS 12 12 noon—7:30 p.m. 25 4 p.m. 8 2 p.m. Pumpkin Fest LSO"Symphonie Saturday Cinema 1 -30 10 a.m.—7:30 p.m. "Haunted Barn Stroll" Fantastique&Other Civic Center Library Pumpkin Fest— begins weekends* Classical Treasures" I I Holiday Ci Office begins daily Wilson Barn Clarenceville High School y City Wilson Barn Closed 12 12 noon—4 p.m. 27 7 p.m. 12 2 m. 3 9 a.m.—5 Open House Diabetes Prevention p Used Bookk Sale Livonia Community w/Gin r Ramsay Wednesday Afternoon Civic Center Library ty y @ the Movies Recreation Center Civic Center Auditorium Civic Center Auditorium 4 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 13 11:45 a.m. 28 7 p.m. Farmers'Market Oktoberfest at the Tween Halloween 15 11 a.m.— I p.m. Wilson Barn * Free Drop-in Senior Center Party Grades 4-6 Babysitting 4 9 a.m.—5 p.m. Livonia Senior Center Civic Center Library Civic Center Library Used Book Sale Civic Center Library13 7 p.m. 28 7 p.m. 15 3—5 p.m. RechargeYour Brain& Stress Management Highland Tea* 4 11 a.m.—7 p.m. Memory w/Donald Zaksek Greenmead Historical Pumpkin Fest Craft Civic Center Auditorium Civic Center Auditorium Parl< Show begins weekends 13-17 Old Bags Sale 29 6—7:15 p.m. Wilson Barn Livonia Senior Center Creepy Campfire Tales 17 _ Livonia Historical 5 1 p.m.—5 p.m. Grades 4-6* 14 7 p.m. Society Speaker Used Book Sale Meditation for Civic Center Library Greenmead Historical Civic Center Library Beginners 29 7:15 p.m. Parl< 8 1:30—3:30 p.m. Civic Center Library Readers'Theater 17 6:30 p.m. Focus Hope pick up* Performance 15 7 p.m. Film Movement Series Livonia Senior Center Past Forward Civic Center Library Civic Center Auditorium 8 2 p.m. Civic Center Auditorium 31 All Libraries closed— 18 12 noon—2 p.m. Wednesday Afternoon 16 12:15 p.m.— I p.m. Staff In-Service Day Commodity Food @ the Movies Noontime Concert- Distribution* Civic Center Auditorium Oktoberfest Old Court House 9 10 a.m.—2 p.m. Civic Center Library 20 12:15 p.m.— I p.m. Free Depression 17 1:30 p.m. I 9 a.m. Noontime Concert— Screening Speaking of the Tea 9th Annual Livonia Harmonytown Chorus Civic Center Library Party* Turkey Trot Civic Center Library 9 4 p.m.—8 p.m. Livonia Senior Center Bicentennial Parl< I 9:30 a.m.—3 m. 27 Holiday—City Offices Free Depression 18 9:30 a.m.—3 p.m. p' Closed Screening Babysitting Workshop Babysitting Workshop Ages I I &up* Civic Center Library Ages I I &up* 28 Holiday—City Offices 9 5—6 p.m. Civic Center Library Civic Center Library Closed Harry Potter Club 3rd 18 2m 4 7 a.m.—7 p.m. yearfl!Begins Saturday Cinema State General DECEMBE' Civic Center Library Civic Center Libra Elections Library 2 12:15— 12:45 p.m. 9 6 p.m. 20 7 p.m. 4 12 noon— I p.m. Crayons,Stickers& Teen Advisory Film Movement Series Drop-In Playdate Glue begins Committee Civic Center Auditorium All Ages begins Sandburg Library Civic Center Library Sandburg Library 20 7 m. 2 6:30—8:45 p.m. 10 1 P.M. Wellness Superheroes 4 4:30—5:30 p.m. LivoniaTree Lighting Rick Bloom—How w/Sandy Baumann Crazy-8's—Ages 7-12 Celebration Holiday much$to retire. Civic Center Auditorium Sandburg Library Crafts Civic Center Auditorium 21 12 noon—2 p.m. 5 10:15— 11:30 a.m. Civic Center Library 11 8 a.m.-2m. Drop-in Pla date p' Commodity Food � Playdate 7—9 p.m. Farmers'Market * Ages 2-6 Distribution Tree Lighting Wilson Barn Old Court House Noble Library Ceremony 11 9:15 — 10:15 a.m. 22 6:30m. 5 1:30—3:30 p.m. City Hall and Civic ClimbingYour Family Western Wayne Focus Hope pick up* Center Library Tree Community Reads! Livonia Senior Center 3 10:30— I I p.m. Civic Center Library Civic Center Library 6 6 p.m. Crayons,Stickers I I 10 a.m.— I p.m. 24 5:30—8 p.m. Teen Advisory &Glue Fire Prevention Week Halloween at Committee Noble Library Open House Greenmead* Civic Center Library 3 1:30—3:30 p.m. Fire Station#3 Greenmead Historical 6 6:30 p.m. Focus Hope pick up* Bicentennial Park Parl< Holiday Projects Livonia Senior Center 11 12 noon—7:30 p.m. 25 10 a.m.—4 p.m. begin—Grades 2-6* 4 6 p.m. Pumpkin Fest Civic Center Library Teen GenreCon Mystery, Advisory "Haunted Barn Stroll" Science Fiction etc. 7 1 P.M. Committee begins weekends* Civic Center Library From Wills to Trusts Civic Center Library Wilson Barn Civic Center Auditorium 5 9 a.m.—2 p.m. 8 2 p.m. Senior Center Holiday Fun&Simple Jewelry Craft Show Making* Livonia Senior Center Civic Center Library LIVONIA FALUWINTER NEWS 6 10 a.m.—5 p.m. 21 1 —4 p.m. 14 11 a.m. 17 2 p.m. Friends of Greenmead Christmas Tours and Preschool Storytime Saturday Cinema Annual Christmas Concerts at Ages 3—6 begins Civic Center Library Walk* Greenmead* Noble Library 19 6:30 p.m. Greenmead Historical Greenmead Historical 14 2 p.m. Film Movement Village Village Wednesday Afternoon Program 6 4 p.m. 24 Holiday—City Offices at the Movies Civic Center Auditorium LSO Christmas Closed Civic Center Auditorium 20 12—2 p.m. Concert"Holiday 25 Holiday—City Offices 15 10:15 a.m.— 10:45 a.m. Commodity Food Merriment Closed Toddler Storytime Distribution* Clarenceville High School begins* Old Court House 3 I Holiday—City Offices 6 6:30 p.m. Closed Civic Center Library Christmas Carol Sing 15 12:15— I p.m. *Indicates pre-registration —Along Noontime Concerts required. Please see related Wilson Barn Series-Robert Johnson articles. 7 1—4 p.m. I Holiday—City Offices Civic Center Library In accordance with the American Christmas Tours and Closed 15 6:30-7 p.m. with Disabilities Act,the City of Concerts at 3 7— 10 p.m. Family Storytime Livonia,upon adequate notice,will Greenmead* Harry Potter Club 3rd begins make reasonable accommodations Greenmead Historical Village Annual Yule Ball Civic Center Library for persons with special needs. 10 2 p.m. Civic Center Library Wednesday Afternoon 6 6 p.m. at the Movies Dollar$for College Civic Center Auditorium Civic Center Library 11 5—9 p.m. 7 1:30—3:30 p.m. City Off ice Holiday Schedule Christmas Tea at the Focus Hope pick up* Blue House* Livonia Senior Center & Trash Collection Greenmead Historical 8 6 p.m. Village Teen Advisory Columbus Day-Monday,October 13,2014- 13 11 a.m.- I p.m. Committee City offices open and trash collection on the regular Free Drop-in Civic Center Library schedule. Babysitting 8 7:30—9 p.m. Civic Center Library Dr.Weaver's Stop Election Day-Tuesday,November 4,2014- P m. 14 I —4 Smoking Clinic begins City offices open and trash collection on the regular Christmas Tours and Civic Center Auditorium schedule. Concerts at 12 9:30—9:50 a.m. Greenmead* Baby Storytime Veteran's Day-Tuesday,November 11,2014- Greenmead Historical Program begins* City offices closed and trash collection on the regular Village Civic Center Library schedule. 14 1 —4 p.m. 12 10:30— 10:50 a.m. AVisit with Santa* Baby Storytime Thanksgiving Holiday-Thursday,November 27 Greenmead Historical Program begins* &Friday,November 28,2014-City offices closed on Village Civic Center Library Thursday and Friday for the holiday and Friday for an unpaid 15 6:30 p.m. 13 10- 10:30 a.m. employee furlough day. ForThanlcsgiving Week regular trash Film Movement Preschool Storytime collection Monday through Wednesday,one day delayed for Program Ages 3-6 begins Civic Center Auditorium Civic Center Library Thursday's and Friday's collection areas. 16 12—2 p.m. 13 12:15 p.m. Christmas Holiday-Wednesday,December 24 Commodity Food Preschool Storytime &Thursday,December 25,2014-City offices closed on Distribution Ages 3—6 begins Old Court House Sandburg Library Christmas Eve Day&Christmas Day. For Christmas Week 18 12:15— I p.m. 13 1 P.M. regular trash collection Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Noontime Concerts Toddler Storytime one day delayed forThursday's and Friday's collection areas. Series—Silver Strings begins Dulcimer Society Sandburg Library NewYear's Holiday-Wednesday,December 31,2014& Civic Center Library 13 6 p.m. Thursday,January 1,2015-City offices closed on New 19 1 1:30 a.m. Filling Out the FAFSA Years Eve Day&NewYears Day. For NewYears Week Senior Civic Center Library regular trash collection Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, Christmas/Holiday 14 10- 10:30 a.m. one day delayed forThursday's and Friday's collection areas. Party* Baby Storytime Livonia Senior Center Program begins* Martin Luther King,Jr.Day-Monday,January 19, 20 2 p.m. Civic Center Library 2015-City offices open and trash collection on the regular Saturday Cinema 14 10:15 a.m. schedule. Civic Center Library Toddler Storytime Ages 2&3 For questions regarding curbside refuse collection services, Noble Library contact Sanitation at(734)466-2588. LIVONIA FALUWINTER NEWS PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT#54 Livonia,Michigan ECRWSS 33000 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE Postal Customer LIVONIA,MICHIGAN 48154 This issue is printed on recycled paper with Black Soybean ink City Hall Phone: 466-2200 79m: • • Jack E. Kirksey, Mayor CITY COUNCIL Susan M. Brandon M. John R. Maureen Miller Brian Laura M. Lynda L. Nash Kritzman Pastor Brosnan Meakin Toy Scheel President Vice President Terry A.Marecki,City Clerk Dennis Wright,Treasurer JUDGES, 16TH DISTRICT COURT: Sean P. Kavanagh Kathleen J.McCann Published by the Department of Community Resources f WW AI From The Heart - 2015 The Livonia Arts Commission is accepting applications until " February 27, 2015 to be considered for our utdoor concert y series. The concerts are held eve Thursdayon the steps of Y' Livonia City Hall in the months of July&August, 2015. The schedule will be set on March 13, 2015. Submit your CD's and biography to: Livonia Arts Commission, City of Livonia, 33000 Civic Center Drive, Livonia, MI 48154, attn:Music From the Heart. For more information, please contact Community Resources at(734) 466-2540. Livonia Arts Scholarship Attention: Livonia Resident College Students and Graduating . 2015 High School Students. Livonia Arts Commission is offering$1,000.00 scholarships for Livonia residents that will be attending college in 2015, and majoring in categories pertaining to the arts. Please contact Community Resources (734) 466-2540 for more information regarding application or •*�— go on-line at www ci.livonia.mims Deadline postmark Pictured from left to right:Commissioner Brian Duggan, February 13, 2015. Darrion Stevenson,Brooke Hitchcock,Commissioner Carrie Spurling