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City of Livonia WINTER NEWS14 V PUBLISHED BY THE CITY OF LIVONIA WINTER 2009-10 City Hall Phone: (734) 466-2200 Web site: ci.livonia.mims Martin Luther King, Jr. Greenmead Activities "" Friends of Greenmead Annual Christmas Walk e re m o n y w Saturday,December 5, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Visit the Hill House The annual Martin Luther King,Jr.ceremony,sponsored by the Museum decorated with a"Christmas Village theme"and tour six Human Relations Commission will be held on Monday,January 18, private homes beautifully decorated for the Holidays.Cost$9.00 in 2010 in the City Hall auditorium at 6:30 p.m.The Keynote Speaker advance and$10.00 the day of the event.While you are on the Walk will be Dr.Conway Jeffress,President of Schoolcraft College in Livonia. come into the Greenmead Gift Shop,we have lots of new gift shop Light refreshments will be served afterwards.For additional information items and a special gift for you(as supplies last).Tickets are available please call Community Resources at(734)466-2540 or visit the at Greenmead,all City libraries and the Community Resources Commission's page on the City's web site,wwwci.livonia.mi.us. 1-9 Department at City Hall.All proceeds benefit Greenmead Historical Park.Sponsored by the Friends for the Development of Greenmead. Christmas Tours and Concerts at Historic Greenmead Tours of the historic buildings at Greenmead will be held on December 6, 13 and 20 n U from 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.The Hill House will be decorated with a"Christmas Village The Theme".Village buildings will be decorated in keeping with their time period.The 17th Coming to Livonia Michigan Civil War Group will be out on December 6th for the annual"hanging of the greens"at the Kingsley House during the regular tour time.Admission:adults$3.00, children$2.00.Weekday group tours are available by reservation only.Free Christmas What is the Census.? concerts will be held at Greenmead's Newburg Church on Sundays,December 6, 13, --- and 20 at 3:00 p.m. �a Christmas Candlelight Tour • The census is a count of everyone living in the Saturday and Sunday,December 26 and 27,6:00-8:00 p.m.Experience the charm of United States completed every 10 years. Greenmead after dark Tour the Village by candlelight.Musical entertainment at the Church.Carolers and refreshments at the Friends'Meeting House.Tickets:adults$5.00, • The census is mandated by the U.S. Constitution. children$3.00. For reservations call(248)477-7375. • The next census is in 2010. Presidential Tea at the Alexander Blue House Greenmead Saturday,February 27,2010,3:00-5:00 p.m.Tickets$25.00(advance only).The • Your participation in the census is required by law Alexander Blue House will be decked out in a patriotic theme.Each of our tea tables will be set with pieces of Presidential china.Celebrate February with the Presidents as you • It takes less than 10 minutes to complete. nibble on delicious tea sandwiches,melt-in-your-mouth scones and irresistible desserts. Spend an afternoon relaxing,talking and laughing with friends.Make your reservations • Federal law protects the personal information you early.Space is limited.For reservations or additional information,call(248)477-7375. share during the census. All proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit Greenmead Historical Park. • Census data is necessary to distribute Congressional seats to states, to make decisions about what A Look Inside community services to provide, and to distribute Mayor's Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 $300 billion in federal funds to local, state and tribal Snow Removal4&5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . governments each year. Senior Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6&7 • Census questionnaires will be delivered or mailed to Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8&9 households via U.S. mail in March 2010. Census Day Library Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10&11 is April 1, 2010. Job Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 City Clerk's Corner Pet License Reminder: Information on Pet licenses must be renewed annually;all pet Snow Emergencies licenses expire on February 28 of each year. • Watch Livonia Television on cable TV(Brighthouse—Channel 8 or AT&T U Verse— Prices are as follows: Between March 1 and Channel 99)or tune into 1670 AM on your radio for announcements regarding the June I of each year,the fee is$8.00 for a declaration of a snow emergency neutered pet and$11.00 if your pet is not neutered. • Sign up for snow emergency e-mail alerts or text messages at the City's website wwwci.livonia.mi.us(Link on the right side of the home page.) Between tune 2 and September 1,a late fee is . All parked motor vehicles/trailers must be removed from the roadway within six(6) assessed and prices increase to$19.00 for a hours of the declaration and notification of a snow alert(emergency)or the vehicle is neutered pet and$22.00 if your pet is not subject to ticketing and/or towing(Livonia Code of Ordinances 10.63.060.) neutered. However,during this time period,if you are a new resident or have a new pet • in front of driveways is an unavoidable part of clearing the roadways. (For senior (within 30 days prior to June 1,or after),the citizens or the disabled,the Livonia Senior Center maintains a list of contractors for prices will remain at$8.00 and$11.00, snow removal at 734-466-2655.) respectively. After September I of each year,prices remain at$19.00(neutered)and$22.00(not neutered), .................................................................................. but the price for a new resident/new pet(within 30 days prior to September 1,or after) When Should decreases to$4.00 if neutered and$5.50 if not Shovelneutered. the Snow? FOR SERVICE DOGS,THE LICENSE FEE WILL Winter has arrived and we would like to remind you of the need for pedestrians to travel BE WANED. safely throughout the city. When snow has fallen or drifted during the night,it must be (Pursuant to Ord.Nos. 2621 &2622 and CR removed by twelve noon;snow falling or drifting during the day must be removed 657-03). before twelve noon of the following day. The plowing and shoveling of snow into roads ,,,„ ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, is prohibited by City ordinance. Do not shovel snow into the street or pile snow so high as to obstruct the view of traffic and do not shovel snow onto your neighbors'property. A Note from the When ice forms on any sidewalk,it City Assessor should be removed immediately,if practical. When this is not Snow Shoveling Safety Tips The City Assessing Department has an ongoing practical,sand,chemical ice review program of residential properties in the melter or de-icer should be spread • Before shoveling,warm up with a few City. The purpose of this program is to ensure to prevent slippery and dangerous stretching exercises. the accuracy of our records. The people doing conditions for school age-children • Don't smoke or eat a large meal before the review will visit every home in the City and, as well as other pedestrians, shoveling. if possible,speak with the owner of the including your letter carrier. Your . Dress warmly in layers with a hat.Cover your property. If the owner is not available,the cooperation is necessary to reviewer will compare the property record card neck. to the exterior of the house. He/she may lensure safe conditions for y aso pedestrians.our inspectors will be Tackle heavy snow in two stages.Begin by look in the back yard. If you have any working to ensure conditions are skimming off the snow from the top,and then questions regarding this program,please call safe for everyone and the remove the bottom layer.Avoid overloading the the Assessing Office at(734)466-2220. walkways are clean. They will take shovel. ............................................ the steps needed to obtain • Don't try to shovel too much too quickly.Allow compliance up to and including yourself enough time to do the work so you Donations For Resident issuing a ticket,if needed. Please don't feel rushed. Follow a slow and steady be sure to use caution when pace.Take frequent breaks to stand up and Assistance Programs you're shoveling snow,it's a stretch. "People come first in Livonia”has long been strenuous chore. Drink water during breaks. Breathing cold air the motto of the City. You now have the dehydrates the body. chance to personally help ensure this is true. By making a donation to the City of Livonia, Resident Assistance Program,you help to keep .................................................................................. a family warm in the winter,have light in the dark,feed hungry children and meet many Parking Lot & Driveway more essential daily needs. All donations are tax deductible. Make your Plowing/Shoveling check payable to:City of Livonia—Resident Assistance Program and mail your check The plowing or shoveling of snow into roads is prohibited by City ordinance. This to: Community Resources, 33000 Civic practice creates a danger to the motoring public and inhibits snow removal from the Center Drive,Livonia,MI 48154. roadway. Snow must be piled on the right-of-way next to the street,not in the street. 2 LIVONIA WINTER NEWS Report from Mayor Kirksey A Time for Change - A Time • Avoid further to be Proud:: reductions in City service provider Although we face the effects of a historically employees (the City failing economy, Livonia remains a great place has reduced the work to live, work and educate our families. force by about 100 positions since 2002, We are, of course, experiencing human from 750 to 650 jobs). tragedies such as loss of jobs, foreclosed To date, I'm pleased we achieved the first two homes, and failing businesses. Our hearts go goals in our first 2010 budget. In early out to those directly affected by the failing October, however, the State cut another economy. Importantly, even with ever- million dollars from our expected Revenue shrinking revenues, we continue to meet Sharing funds, and this significant loss these challenges and move forward. resulted in a loss of nine positions. Remaining a viable City is the result of With our current "targeted hiring freeze," the citizens, employees and elected leaders City is leaving 27 other positions unfilled working together to achieve common goals across many departments, including several and to refocus our priorities. The major department head positions. budget goals established as a result of a Town Hall meeting and numerous other meetings Although we haven't eliminated any services, are to: we unfortunately have had to reduce some service levels. The major reduction in service • Not eliminate any existing City services. is closing branch libraries on alternating days • Preserve essential services (Police, Fire, (December 1, 2009). It should be noted that and Emergency DPW services) at the two of our three libraries will remain open highest level possible. daily to serve the public, and no library has been closed permanently. I reaffirm the commitment of all City �- employees to ensure that the quality of services in Livonia remains second-to. none, all at the lowest tax rate of any City in the County. We will also remain unswerving in our efforts to attract and retain businesses and developments to our community through countless ways of ensuring a cooperative, business-friendly community. We wish you and your family, happy holidays Crews work on the Livonia Marketplace project, an and good health in the months ahead. example of the City's efforts to foster redevelopment and attract business in these tough times. LIVONIA WINTER NEWS 3 LIVONIAS SNOW & ICE CONTROL PROGRAM Each year the snow and ice control program for city streets is end of the storm. (Note: Due to the size of the snow removal evaluated for ways to reduce increasing costs while maintaining equipment, some courts, dead-ends, cul-de-sacs, etc., may service.This year's snow plowing program remains the same as require follow-up later with smaller equipment.) in the past,with minor adjustments to salt routes. Two types of salt routes exist—"24/7" around-the-clock routes and the Level III Major Snow Storm: Weekday routes,which are maintained Monday through Friday Accumulation in excess of eight inches has the These routes are designed to provide residents access to a same response as Level II,with the recognition that completion serviced road within a quarter mile, per the Livonia Salt Routes of city-wide plowing will require more time depending on the Map on the following page. Please note: Most of the major severity of the storm.A snow emergency will be declared that roads in Livonia are maintained by Wayne County will require that all parked vehicles be removed from the Department of Public Services. (See County road map on roadway until the roadway is cleared. the bottom right of the page). The Livonia Public Service Division follows the developing weather and road conditions carefully, evaluates maintenance needs, and mobilizes personnel and The Livonia Police equipment trespond Department WAYN E COUNTY SALT ROUTES accordingly. Each monitors road snowfall creates unique Conditions and Residents reporting snow or ice concerns on the following notifies the DPS Wayne Count Salt Routes (depicted below in red),please do not circumstances,with y y ( p� ) decisions based on to respond to call City Hall, since these roads are not plowed by the City. hazardous driving Contact Wayne County at 1-888-ROADCREW. snowfall amounts and conditions after weather predictions. hours, evenings 8 MILE ROAD Conditions can vary and weekends. from one area of the city to another and road conditions are inspected by supervisory a 7 MIL ROAD personnel.The following guidelines are used to address a snow or ice event. ] � its Level I Light Snowfall: x - °a 6 MILE ROAD o For snowfalls of approximately four inches or less, z priorities are to keep 24/7 routes as clear as possible 0 0 w on an around-the-clock basis with an emphasis on z o salt-spreading,with plowing possible as needed. 0 5 MILE ROAD A a Weekday routes are maintained Monday through w w Friday with salt spreading and/or plowing as needed. A o z Level II Moderate Snowfall: SCHOOL RAFT N. With accumulation of approximately four or more inches, a snow emergency may be declared which u requires that all parked vehicles be removed from the roadway to enable a citywide, around-the-clock d PL Mou Ro D plowing operation. The priority is to clear the primary /k 24/7 routes first,then clear all remaining city- go� s maintained streets, cul-de-sacs, dead-ends and OY ROA service drives within approximately 30 hours of the loY oAD 1 4 LIVONIA WINTER NEWS CITY OF LSALT ROUTES 24/7 Route Weekday Route EIG T MILE ROAD o 0 c m 6 4 NORFOLK 2 5F7""� C a 1 C PEMBROKE a O 1 O PEMBROKE a 3 O O F. 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CHI AGO x 31 A�� BOR TSL VERMONT141 ELAWARE OLSOATHEDRAL 33 3 5 U JOY ROAD o LIVONIA WINTER NEWS 5 SENIOR CENTER programs and activities Civic Park Senior Center 15218 Farmington Road • (734) 4662555 • Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The monthly senior bulletin is currently available at CHRISTMAS/HOLIDAY PARTY www.d.livonia.mi.us: click on e-news signup, enter your email Friday, December 18th, 11:30 a.m. address, click on the senior center, click on submit. The bulletin Enjoy a Christmas/Holiday dinner with all the trimmings! Come lists daily activities such as card, board and bingo games,weekly &celebrate with appetizers&refreshments.You MUST make movies, continuing education classes, book and current events your advanced reservation at the Volunteer Desk or by calling discussion groups, assistance programs, and the congregate (734) 466-2555 by Wednesday, December 16th, 12:00 noon! lunch menu. The bulletin is also available at the Civic Park Senior Suggested Donation is$2.25. Center. BEGINNING SPANISH TEACHER NEEDED CIVIC PARK SENIOR CENTER Wednesdays 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. : The Civic Park Senior Center has a continuing Beginning WILL BE CLOSED Spanish Class.This class meets every Wednesday morning Thursday, 24th from 11:00 a.m.- 11:45 a.m. Student books are provided to each y : student(deposit required). Once students are comfortable with "CHRISTMAS EVE" their progress, they may move up to intermediate Spanish on Friday, December 25th Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Please call(734) 466-2555 and ask "CHRISTMAS DAY" : for Patti or Karl. Thursday, December 31st SECOND FRIDAYS WITH SENIOR BRIGADE "NEW YEAR'S EVE" Second Friday of Each Month at 10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Friday, January 1 st Senior Brigade is designed to assist seniors with financial and "NEW YEAR'S DAY" health care decision and protect them against scams and predators.These presentations will be at the Senior Center and are open to everyone. MATINEE AT THE SENIOR CENTER Every Monday&Friday 12:30 p.m. $1.00 per person. Please SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM make your advance movie reservation with payment at the Wayne County Office of Nutrition Services make available a well- Volunteer Desk prior to the movie date! NO WALK-INS : balanced meal to Livonia residents age 60 years and older. There ALLOWED! No admission after movie begins! Please are three basic nutrition programs. check with the center for current movie list. Liquid Nutrition:For those seniors who have difficulty swallowing solid food due to a debilitating disease or SNOW CLOSING condition. A physician must complete the Wayne County In the event of a major snow/ice storm, if Livonia Public Office of Nutrition Services medical form indicating the Schools are closed, the Senior Center Bus will NOT run! person's need for liquid meals. The eligible client or Senior Center programs, activities and nutrition services representative will be responsible for picking up the liquid are CANCELLED!'Pune into your local news or radio for nutrition once a month at a designated site. For additional closings or call the information line at(734) 466-2552. information, please call 1-800-851-1454. Home-Delivered: For those seniors who are homebound, DETROIT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA unable to prepare their own meals or unable to feed "COFFEE POPS" REGISTRATION themselves. Hot meals are delivered on weekdays, frozen 2010 Concert Season Tickets Go On Sale Tuesday, meals are available to clients who are cannot prepare food December 1st 9:00 a.m.Livonia Residents$49.00 per concert on the weekends. A physician,visiting nurse, family, friend or 11:00 a.m. Non Residents$53.00 per concert. the senior resident can make the referral for Meals-on Wheels at 1-800-851-1454. Hot Lunch Program: For those seniors who are able to HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOW attend one of the three sites located throughout the City: Friday, December 4th, 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. CIVIC PARK SENIOR CENTER Come in and get into the Holiday Spirit! Support S.C.A.N. (Senior 15218 Farmington Road—(734) 466-2555 Citizen Achievement Needs) at our annual holiday craft show BRASHEAR TOWERS Many arts&craft items, seasonal decorations, food items and 17841 North Laurel Park Drive—(734) 591-6622 holiday treasures will be for sale. Refreshments will be available, vendor space is available. Call (734) 466-2556 for further McNAMARA TOWERS information. 19300 Purlingbrook—(248) 477-7086 6 LIVONIA WINTER NEWS HOW TO SELECT AND KEEP HEALTH AIDES • Get referrals from family, friends and groups. Check for Complaints. • Use bonded and insured agencies. Energy Heating Assistance • Ask if the agency conducts employee background checks. Do a Program background check and call references if hiring an aide on your own. • Ask about training and the aide's experience with ailments particular to The City of Livonia,Department of the person to be assisted. Community Resources,receives Block Grant • Spell out in writing the needed services and fees. funding and can assist low-income residents • Establish who will deduct income taxes from the aide's pay. Agencies with utility shut-off notices on a one-time may do that. Independent hires may not. only basis for natural gas,electric or fuel • Keep a log sheet in the home for the aide to report daily tasks. heating arrearage,up to a maximum of • Inventory and lock up valuables and financial documents. Don't leave $500.00.Matching funds or co-payments for any amount exceeding the maximum money around. payment are required at the time of • Don't have aides handle expenses or check the mail,which can contain application and are the responsibility of the bank and credit card statements. applicant. • Have frequent conversations with aides and hold meetings to resolve differences. If possible, be around when they are working. Prior to contacting the City,all other Source:Free Press Research resources in the community must have been exhausted and documentation of denial is required.For program guidelines,eligibility criteria and energy resources please contact SENIOR TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION our office at(734)466-2540. THE SENIOR CENTER TRANSPORTATION The Senior Center Transportation buses provide curb-to-curb rides within the Food Assistance Programs city limits on a donation basis. Rides are available to local shopping districts, grocery stores, medical appointments, and to the Senior Center. Service The Emergency Food Assistance hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY CALLING (734) 466-2555. Program (TEFAP) To make a transportation reservation, please follow these steps: The City of Livonia,Department of MEDICAL BUS Community Resources,distributes U.S.D.A. surplus commodity food to low-income 1. Reservations accepted 90 days in advance, scheduling is on a first- residents on the 2nd Wednesday of the come, first-served basis, limited number of daily appointments. First month from 12:00 p.m.to 2:00 p.m.at morning appointment is 9:00 a.m. and last return to home is 3:15 Dickinson Center, 18000 Newburgh Road, p.m. This medical bus travels 2 miles outside the city limit. between Six and Seven Mile Roads.You 2. When making your reservation,you must have the time of your must be registered in advance for the next appointment,the name, address,telephone number of your doctor. month's distribution. Senior housing 3. You will be asked your name, address,telephone number. residents should contact their housing 4. On the day of your scheduled appointment you must be ready for office for program information and pick-up from your home 1 hour ahead of your appointment time. enrollment. For eligibility criteria, program When you are ready to return home, the doctor's office must call the guidelines and nutrition resources contact center for your ride to go back home. our office at(734)466-2540. 5. Wheelchair riders must be accompanied and their wheelchair must FOCUS:HOPE Food For have footrests and brakes in working order. 6. Medical bus only transports on Monday,Tuesday and Wednesday. Seniors Program NON-MEDICAL BUS The City of Livonia,Department of 1. Reservations accepted 7 days in advance. Community Resources,distributes packaged 2. When making your reservation,you will be asked your name, address, food boxes to low-income senior residents telephone number and your destination. (60 years of age or older)on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at the following 3. On the day of your scheduled ride,you must be ready for pick-up sites in Livonia: from your home 1/2 hour in advance. Newburgh Village, 11999 Newburgh Road, 4. The Senior Center buses depart from the Center at 1:00 p.m. or just north of Plymouth Road from 3:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m.to Noon. LIVONIA COMMUNITY TRANSIT BUS Silver Village,33780 Lyndon Road,south Livonia Community Transit will pick up residents 60 years old and over and of Five Mile and west of Farmington Road disabled persons from their home and transport them within the city limits from 2:00 p.m.to 5:00 p.m. of Livonia for a fee of$2.00 each way. Exact fare or ticket required;drivers You must be registered in advance for the do not make change. Hours of service are:Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m.- next month's distribution.For program 6:30 p.m., Saturday&Sunday 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Community Transit guidelines, eligibility criteria and nutrition reservations accepted on a first-come, first-served basis by calling resources contact our office at (734) 466-2700 Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m.-6:30 p.m. (734)466-2540. LIVONIA WINTER NEWS 7 © © © © © © © © © © © © © © 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 27 28 29 30 31 2431 25 26 27 28 29 30 DECEMBER JANUARY 1 7:00 p.m. Tree Lighting Ceremony City Hall and Civic Center Library 1 Holiday—City Offi, 4 9:30 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Senior Center Holiday Craft Show Senior Center 4 6:30 p.m. Film Movement Pr( 5 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Friends of Greenmead Annual Christmas Walk* Greenmead Historical Village 6 10:00 a.m. Toddler Story Time 11:00 a.m. Stories With Santa* Civic Center Library 11:00 a.m. Toddler Plus Story 4:00 p.m. LSO—"The Sounds of the Season- Clarenceville High School 6:00 p.m. Dollar$for College 6:30 p.m. Christmas Carol Sing-Along Wilson Barn 7 7:30 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Dr.Weaver's Stop 6 1:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. Christmas Tour and Concerts* Greenmead Historical Village 9 1:00 P.M. Paws for Reading* 9 12:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m. Commodity Food Distribution* Dickinson Center 12 9:30 a.m.—9:50 a.m. Fun for Ones Laps 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies Civic Center Library 10:30 a.m.—10:50 a.m. Fun for Ones Laps 12 1:00 P.M. Paws for Reading* Civic Center Library 6:00 p.m. Filling Out the FAF 13 2:00 p.m. Teen Movie Matinees Civic Center Library 7:00 p.m.—8:30 p.m. Wanderlust Travel 1:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. Christmas Tour and Concerts* Greenmead Historical Village 13 12:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m. Commodity Food 1 17 12:15 p.m.—1:00 p.m. Noontime Concert Series Civic Center Library 1:30 p.m.—2:00 p.m. Preschool Storytirr 18 7:00 p.m. Date Night Movies—Grades 7.12 Civic Center Library 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Aftemc 19 2:00 p.m. Saturday Cinema Civic Center Library 2:15 p.m.—2:45 p.m. Preschool Storytirr 20 1:00 p.m.—4:00 p.m. Christmas Tour and Concerts* Greenmead Historical Village 7:00 p.m.—7:30 p.m. Family Storytime b 21 6:30 p.m. Film Movement Program"Trouble Water' Civic Center Library 14 9:30 a.m.—10:00 a.m. Toddler Storytime 24 Holiday—City Offices Closed 10:15 a.m.—10:45 a.m. Toddler Storytime 25 Holiday—City Offices Closed 16 1:00 P.M. Duct-tape Wallets* 26 6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Christmas Candlelight Tour* Greenmead Historical Village 2:00 p.m. Saturday Cinema 27 6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Christmas Candlelight Tour* Greenmead Historical Village 17 2:00 p.m. Memories of Neil 28 11:00 a.m. Gingerbread Man Civic Center Library 10:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. Open House at the 29 11:00 a.m. Fitness Wise,Pound Smart—Grades 1-6* Civic Center Library 18 6:30 p.m. Martin Luther King 1:00 P.M. Super Smash Bros Tournament* Civic Center Library 21 12:15 p.m.—1:00 p.m. Noontime Concert 31 Holiday—City Offices Closed 7:30 p.m.—9:00 p.m. Dr.Weaver's Free 22 7:00 p.m. Date Night Movies 2010 Free Yourself From Smoking Clinic! 23 1:00 P.M. Comic BookHeroe Attend Dr.Arthur Weaver's Stop Smoking Clinic from 7:30 p.m.to 9:00 p.m.Thursday, 4:00 p.m. LSO—"Romantic"' January 7th,Monday,January 1 Ith—Friday,January 15th and Monday,January 18th, 2010 at the Civic Center Library Auditorium,32777 Five Mile Rd. Program results are more successful if all sessions are attended. No fee,although donations will be accepted. For V Noontime (�� more information,contact the City of Livonia's Department of Community Resources at (734)466-2540. CIVIC Cer Attend Dr. Arthur Weaver's Free Stress Clinic Thursday, 12:15 If you are ready to reduce stress levels,you need to attend Dr.Arthur Weaver's Stress The Noontime Concert Series is now a' Clinic.The three-class program will be in session from 7:30 p.m.to 9:00 p.m.on Thursday, Upcoming concerts in the series will take pla January 21 st,Tuesday,January 26th and Thursday,January 28th, 2010 at the Civic Center May 2010. Concerts begin at 12:15 p.m.at Library Auditorium, 32777 Five Mile Rd. No fee,although donations will be accepted. the performances check the library's For more information,contact the City of Livonia's Department of Community Resources contact the librar} at (734) 466-2540. Co-sponsored by the L 8 LIVONIA WINTER NEWS Emu 0 un E jj LA 1 2 3 4 5 6 ' 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 � 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ao -es Closed 5 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Used Book Sale Civic Center Library )gram"Mine" Civic Center Library 6 9:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. Used Book Sale Civic Center Library begins Sandburg Library 7 1:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m. Used Book Sale Civic Center Library Time begins Sandburg Library 8 6:30 p.m. Film Movement Program Civic Center Library Noble Library 10 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Commodity Food Program* Dickinson Center Smoking Clinic Civic Center Library 2:00 p.m. Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies Civic Center Library Civic Center Library 13 1:00 P.M. Paws for Reading* Civic Center Library it Program begins* Civic Center Library 2:00 p.m. Saturday Cinema Civic Center Library it Program begins* Civic Center Library 18 12:15 p.m.—1:00 p.m. Noontime Concert Series Civic Center Library SA Noble Library 7:00 p.m. Date Night Movies—Grades 7.12 Civic Center Library 3edes begins Civic Center Library 7:00 p.m. Readers'Theater—Grades 4.6* Civic Center Library )rogram* Dickinson Center 7:00 p.m. Readers'Theater—Teen Edition* Civic Center Library ie begins* Civic Center Library 20 1:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m. Percy Jackson and the Last Olympians* Civic Center Library ion at the Movies Civic Center Library 27 12:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m. Get Your Game On:Family Edition* Civic Center Library ie begins* Civic Center Library 3:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m. Presidential Tea at Alexander Blue House* Greenmead Historical Village eons Civic Center Library begins* Civic Center Library begins* Civic Center Library *Indicates pre-registration required. Please see related articles. Civic Center Library In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act,the City of Livonia,upon adequate notice,will make Civic Center Library reasonable accommodations for persons with special needs. Any Livonia resident who is hearing impaired and needs to contact a City department may do so by calling )hine Civic Center Library the TTY/TDD relay at(734)421-2065,Monday-Friday,8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Recreation Center Livonia Community Recreation Center The Directory of Usually Impaired Services is available through the City of Livonia Community Resources Jr.Celebration City Hall Auditorium Department. For more information,call(734)466-2540. Series Civic Center Library )tress Clinic begins Civic Center Library —Grades 7.12 Civic Center Library �s* Civic Center LibraryLivonia Symphony Orchestra • • Clarenceville High School , /2010 Concert Season Concerts are - 11 )ncert Series 0 Auditorium, School iter Library December 5, 2009 Tickets: P.M. — 1:00 P.M. THE SOUNDSOF • Child/Student January 23, � � t the Livonia Civic Center Library Atrium. available' ' 'Libraries, ce every third Thursday of the month through LivoniaROMANTIC Drugs, Mile Road, 1d last until 1:00 p.m. For information about March 6, 20 10 or the door on concert night. website at vvN w.livonia lib.mi us or CLASSICAL COLORFor further information, message at(734)466-2490. . . . Hot Line .iuonia Arts Commission EIN DEUTSCHES REQUIEM LIVONIA WINTER NEWS 9 WINTER library Civic Center Library Noble Library Sandburg Library Vestpocket 32777 Five Mile 32901 Plymouth 30100 W Seven Mile Civic Park Senior Center (734)466-2491 (734)42 1-6600 (248)893-4010 15218 Farmington Hours: Hours: Hours: (734)466-2559 Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday&Wednesday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday&Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Hours: Friday&Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sunday L-5 p.m. If special accommodations are needed due to a physical disability,please contact the Library no later than two(2)weeks before the program date. Access our worldwide web from your home computer:http://livolmia.lib.mi.us STORYTIME AND MUSIC PROGRAMS Holiday Art A]aCarte. Preschool to 6th grade. December2-23,during library hours. Children's storytime and music programs are open to preschool Livonia children. All children Create festive holiday crafts using materials provided by the library.Adult supervision is required, younger than threeyears old must be accompanied byan adult(one child peradult)unless especially for young child ren. otherwise specified. Space is limited so register early! In-person registration begins Stories With Santa. Saturday December 5, 11 a.m. Santa is making stop at the Livonia January 4 at 9 a.m. Phone registration(734)466-2493 starts at 1:00 p.m. Library to tell stories. Families may take photos after storytime. Call(734)466-2493 to register. CIVIC CENTER LIBRATE Paws for Reading:Children Reading to Daisy—For beginning readers ages 6 and older. Saturdays,December 12,January 9,and February 13.Appointments start at 1 p.m. Bring Lapsit Storytime—For children ages 12-23 months with parent or loving caregiver. your favorite book and enjoy a time of reading with Daisy,who is certified by Therapy Dogs Babies are invited to bring loving caregiver along for songs,simple stories,rhymes,and toy International. For more information or to register,call(734)466-2493. time. Tuesdays,ys,January 12 March 2 Sessionn one Saturday Cinema—Saturdays,December 19,January 16,and February 13 at 2 p.m. For all —12 to 17 months old: 9:30 a.m.to 9:50 a.m. ages:young children should be accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Join us Session two—18 to 23 months old: 10:30 a.m.to 10:50 a.m. every month for a free G or PG-rated film in the library auditorium(sorry,no food or drink Toddler Storytime—For children ages 24 to 36 months old. Program activities include allowed). Films may be subject to change. Contact the Library(734)466-2493 to confirm titles. stories,marches to musical instruments,fingerplays,and Targe movement activities. Emphasis Fitness Wise,Pound Smart—For children in grades 1-6. ttesday,December 29,at is on the introduction of some fundamental children's materials,learning to listen a gaup, 11:00 a.m. Lear how to burn calories brought on by sumptuous holiday meals. Participants will and taking turns. Each child must be accompanied by an adult who will bean active receive a free step pedometer,compliments of Wayne County Registration,in person or by participant in the activities. Unregistered children may not attend at anytime. Thursdays, January 14—March 4 phone(734)466-1454 begins December 15.Co-sponsored by Wayne County Executive Robert Ficano. Session one: 9:30 a.m.—10:00 a.m. Gingerbread Man and other stories.A puppet show for all ages.Monday December Session two: 10:15 a.m.—10:45 a.m. 28,2009.11:00 a.m.No registration required.Co-sponsored by Livonia Public School's Ready,Set,Go! Preschool Storytime—For children,3-6 years old.Enjoy stories,fingerplays,songs,and Comic Book Heroes. For children,ages 6-12. Saturday January 23, 1 p.m. Registration, more! Wednesdays,January 13—March 3. in person or by phone(734)466-2454 begins January 9. Come dressed as your favorite comic Session one: 1:30 p.m.—2:00 p.m. book hero and compete in a costume contest. Plus,enjoy superhero-themed games and get a Session two: 2:15 p.m.—2:45 p.m. free comic book just for coming. Family Storytime—Missing out on daytime storytimes? Then stop by the library on Will You be My Valentine? For children,ages 6-12. Entry forms available at the Wednesday nights for a fun-filled half-hour of stories,rhymes,and more. Stories and activities Children's Desk from February 1-10. Have fun matching up historical and literary figures with are geared for children ages 3-6;however,parents and siblings are welcome. No registration their romantic partners. The first 30 participants with correct entries will be invited to pizza and required. Wednesdays,7:00 p.m.—7:30 p.m.,January 13—March 3. cookies on Valentine's Day. NOBLE LIBRATE Readers'Theater. Readers:grades 4-6. Audience:all ages welcome. Thursday February 18. Rehearsal at 6 p.m. Performance at 7 p.m. Registration,in person or by phone Fun for Ones—Ages 12 months-24 months. Dates and times to be announced. Songs, (734)466-2493 begins February 4. Callingall readers! Be a part of our Readers'Theater program rhymes fingerplays,board books,and activities designed to introduce our youngest patrons to and help bring stories to life on our stage. Students of all reading abilities are welcome,and no the pleasures of the library! previous acting experience(or memorization)is required. Me Two's—Ages 2-3 year old.Dates and times to be announced. Join us for action Percy Jackson and the Last Olympians. For children,ages 7-12. Saturday, songs,stories,rhymes,musical instruments and more for the terrific two in your life. February 20, 1—2 p.m. Registration,in person or by phone(734)466-2493 begins February 6. Three-Four-Five It's Storytime!—3-5 years old. Dates and times to be announced. Find out more about the series Percy Jackson and the Olympians! Learn about Greek and Join us at Noble Library for stories,action songs,and a small craft or coloring page geared for Roman mythological characters. Play games and do crafts. ages 3-5. Due to space limitations,no siblings please. SANDBURG LIBRARY SANDBURG LIBRARY Calling All LEGOS!—Once again we are asking you to bring in LEGO models for display for Toddler Storytime—For children ages 1-2 years old. Jan.11—March 1. Day and time the month of December. We will display them until January. to be announced. No registration required. Join us for songs,stories,and toy time! Loving Season's Greetings from the Sandburg Library—Starting on Dec.4,children can caregiver required. Siblings welcome. choose a holiday card to send to family or friends and the Library will mail it for you. One card Toddler Plus Storytime—For children ages 2-3 years old. Jan.11—March 1. Day and per child. time to be announced. No registration required. Join us for songs,stories,and toy time! Bookin'&Cookin'—Hear some yummy stories,make some tasty treats in the Sandburg Loving caregiver required. Siblings welcome. kitchen,and see some amazing kitchen science(including a sleeping pet to take home!) Preschool Storytime—for children ages 3-5 years old. Jan.14—March 4. Day and Registration for this program is required. Date and Time to be announced. Session I: Ages 6- time to be announced. No registration required. Join us for songs,stories,and some wild 10. Session II: Ages 11 and up science demonstrations. Siblings and caregivers welcome. TEEN PROGRAMS SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY CIVIC CEN'T'ER LIBRARY Teen Advisory Committee Meetings—First Wednesday of every month,6:00 p.m. The Caring Tree—November 16—December 14. The Children's Department of the Teens in grades 7-12. No registration required. Come hang out with other teens and hear Livonia Civic Center Library is once again participating in a program to collect new books and about upcoming events at the Livonia Library. Give your input and suggestions about what you toys for distribution to area children during the holidays. We invite our patrons to get a tag want to see happen at the Library. from our Caring Tree anytime during library hours. Each tag represents a child in Livonia and Flash Fiction Contest—Teens in grades 7-12. Deadline of March 2,2010. If you like surrounding areas. Bring the tag back with a new unwrapped toy or book by December 14. your short stories short,here's a contest for you. Write a flash fiction piece(no more than 100 The toys will be distributed by the Livonia Goodfellows to ensure that"no child in Livonia is words)and submit it to the Library. The most creative piece will win a prize. You can submit without a Christmas". Donated books will be presented by the Gift of Reading Program to your entry in person or via-e-mail to jvisnaw@livonia.lib.mi.us,pgoonis@livonia.lib.mi.us needy,at risk children in the metropolitan area. This program,which was started in 1987,has or noblelibrarian@yahoo.ewm. Be sure to include your name,age,Bade,phone numbede- helped more than 500,000 Michigan children discover the art of reading. mail address. Winners will be selected at the March Teen Advisory Committee meeting. Tree Lighting Ceremony. December 1st. 7:00 p.m.Come and sing holiday songs as festive lights are turned on at City Hall,then trudge to the library for a special family show, holiday crafts,Tight refreshments,and a visit with Santa. 10 LIVONIA WINTER NEWS Date Night Movies—Dec.18,Jan.22 and Feb.12 at 7:00 p.m. Films are geared for Wanderlust Travel Series—Join us as we travel vicariously through film to various Teens in grades 7-12 but all audiences are welcome. Teens,bringyour boyfriend/girlfriend destinations. Michigan Room,7-8:30 p.m. January 12,Hawaii;Feb.9,Puerto Rico;March or just a buddy and catch a free movie in the Library auditorium. All films are rated G,PG, 9,California;April 6,Washington,DC;May 4,Florida and June 8,Alaska. or PG-13. FILM MOVEMENT PROGRAM—3rd Monday of Every Month at Super Smash Bros Tournament—Tuesday Dec.29 at 1:00 p.m. Teens in grades 6:30 p.m.—Auditorium. Join us for a newly released award-winning independent film 7-12. No registration required. Compete against other teens for a prize in our Super Smash every month.These are independent features and foreign films being seen simultaneously Bros.tournament for Wil. with their theater runs.Chosen as the best the world has to offer,this is an opportunity to Duct-tape Wallets—Teens in grades 7-12. Jan.16.1:00 p.m. Registration required. see some otherwise little seen films. Please note due to their sometimes mature themes and Beginning January 4.Make a wallet using duct-tape. All construction materials will be provided. content,these films are recommended for adult audiences.Each month Film Movement Readers'Theater: Teen Edition—Readers:Teens in grades 7-12. Audience: releases a new film on DVD at the same time as they open in theaters. As a result,film fans All ages welcome.Thursday February 18. Rehearsal:6:00—7:00 p.m;Performance:7:00 p.m. everywhere are able to see the first-run releases. The films will be added to the library's Register in person at the Browsing Desk or by phone at(734)466-2197,beginning February 4. permanent collection soon after their showing.More general information on the Film Calling all readers.Be a part of our Readers'Theater program and help bring stories to life on Movement Program can be found at www.f immovement.com,while information about our stage. Rehearsal is from 6:00—7:00 p.m.for readers—the general public is welcome for the Civic Center Library's showings is available at(734)466-2197,the library's web site the actual performance at 7:00 p.m. Students of all reading abilities are welcome,and no at http://livonia.lib.mi.us or by subscribing to the library's monthly email newsletter. previous acting experience(or memorization)is required. Upcoming showings include the Norwegian thriller"Trouble Water"on December 21. January 4—the film will be the American documentary on the animals of Hurricane Katrina Get Your Game On:Family Edition—Saturday February 27,2010. 12:00—3:00 p.m. entitled"Mine."The film for February 8 will be announced. Titles are subject to change. All ages welcome. Register beginning February 13 in person at the Browsing Desk or by phone The Film Movement Series at the Civic Center Library is sponsored by the Friends of the at(734)466-2197. Bring siblings,parents,friends,even grandma and enjoy free video gaming Livonia Library. and board games plus snacks. WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES—One Wednesday of NOBLE LIBRARY Every Month at 2:00 p.m.—Auditorium.Each month enjoy a different classic Teen Anime Night—Grades 7-12.Join your friends for a free evening of anime and film in the comfort of the Civic Center Library Auditorium as we present some of the best snacks! Seating and some snacks will be provided,but feel free to bringour own! Beanbags, loved movies from the golden age of cinema and beyond. See a classic film from the 1930s lawn chairs, ingleets,pillows,and any males are aceptable. Please call Noble LibraryBe Teeng through the 1970s for free! Showings are at 2:00 p.m.Sorry,no food or beverages are Services Librarian Ken Bignotti at(734)421-4235 for dates,times,feature titles and more allowed in the auditorium.Upcoming dates for the films are December 9,January sc information. February 10 and March 10.For more information and the title of our next film,subscribe o our monthly email newsletter from the library home page at http://livonia.lib.mi.us Noble Library Teen AniManga Club—Join the Alfred Noble Library Teen AniManga or call(734)466-2197. club! Register to receive our free e-mail newsletter informing you about all our fun events which will include enjoying Anime movie review and discussion,cosplay listening to Anime NOBLE LIBRARY soundtracks,manga trading,Japanese culture and snacks and more! Please contact Ken Book Discussion Group— Fridays,Dec.4,Jan.22,&Feb.26, 1:30 p.m.Treat yourself Bignotti at the Livonia Alfred Noble Library(734)421-4235 for more information. to an afternoon out. Meet new people,stimulate your mind,and have a good time. The Teen Gaming Events @Noble Library—The Alfred Noble Library will be holding group is led by Librarian Rachel Charette. Copies of the book which is currently being periodical gaming tournaments and free play in our basement. Please visit the teen area at the discussed are loaned at the time of registration. You may register at any time. For additional Noble Library for more information or call Ken Bigrotti(734)421-4235. information,call(734)421-6600. SAN])BURCx LIBRARY Wednesday Movie Mania—Dec.2,Jan.6,&Feb.3,2:00 p.m. You've read the book, now see the movie. Come join us this winter in the Alfred Noble Library Basement Theater to Rock Band Freeplay!—Ages 11 and up. Spend some of your free time at the library, see movies based on your favorite books! Call(734)421-6600 for feature titles. The Livonia singing and playing an instrument! Rock Band for Wu classic rock and country track packs will Alfred Noble Basement Theater is not handicapped accessible. be available. Bringyour band,or come alone and form one at the library. Date and time to be Dollar$for College—Monday January 4,6:00 p.m. This FREE lecture/workshop will determined. Please call the Sandburg library at(248)893-4010 for more information. be conducted by Sheryl E.Krasnow of College and Career Counseling Associates,Inc. Mrs.Krasnow will present complete information on funding college education. Attendees ADULT PROGRAMS will want to also attend the"Fulling out the FAFSA'program the following week for line-by- CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY line help on filling out the FAFSA form. The Noble Library basement is NOT handicapped accessible. Internet Classes—Livonia Civic Center Library offers beginner and intermediate Internet Filling Out the FAFSA—Monday January 11,6:00 p.m. This FREE lecture workshop classes for adults. Beginner classes are in small gaups that cover the basics of surfing the will be conducted by Sheryl E.Krasnow of College and Career Counseling Associates,Inc. World Wide Web,including hands-on-time. Intermediate classes feature rotating topics each Mrs.Krasnow will give line-by-line assistance in filling out the FARSA financial aid form. times,and to register.month including ister.mail,search strategies,and more. Call[734)466 2490 for topics,dates, Attendees will want to attend the"Dollar$for College"program the previous week. The Book Discussion Group—The Livonia Civic Center Library book discussion gaup Noble Library basement is NOT handicapped accessible. meets every second Monday of the month at 7 p.m.at the Livonia Civic Center Library. For more information contact Anne Sharp in Adult Services at(734)466-2156 or NOONTIME CONCERT SERIES S asharp@livonia.lib.mi.us. CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY Old Photographs of Livonia—Have any old photographs around the house?Were Thursdays, 12:15—1 p.m. they taken in Livonia? The library is looking for patrons to share their old photographs and If you like music then the Noontime Concert Series is just for you. This long running memorabilia of past Livonia and allow the library to scan the images to be included into a series continues into 2010 with a wonderful lineup of musical performers:From Classical future online archive. For more information please contact Carl Katafiasz,Head of Adult piano to Blues,from folk music to jazz. These free concerts take place every third Services,at(734)466-2480. Thursday of the month and occur in the library's atrium. Concerts begin at 12:15 p.m. Memories of Neil Shine—January 17,2010,2:00 p.m. Civic Center Library Auditoi ium. and last until 1:00 p.m.. For more information about the performances check the library's Free Program sponsored by Friends of the Livonia Library. website at wwwlivonia.lib.mi.us or contact the library at(734)466-2490. History Lives @ the Library—History Lives at the Library will begin its 2010 season Co-sponsored by the Livonia Arts Commission with a presentation on Monday January 25 with an enlightening program on Civil War medicine presented by Livonia resident,Dr.Jerry Turlo. Additional topics will include:FDR and Civil GIFT CELEBRATION Rights and an in-depth look into the controversy surrounding Private Eddie Slovik. For more Please be aware of the Library's Memorial and Commemorative Program,which allows information about the dates and topics of the programs visit the library's website at you to donate money toward the purchase of a book in honor or memory of a loved one. wwwlivonia.lib.mims or contact the library at(734)466-2490. The book may be one of your own choosing or you may leave it up to the library staff to Personal Finance Series—The Livonia Civic Center Library will be holding variety of select a title for you. A gift plate is put in the book indicating the name of the person personal finance presentations beginning in January and running through mid-April. Topics to being acknowledged as well as the name of the donor. A brochure describing the be included in this series will be:retirement planning;estate planning;tax tips;tips for saving program in more detail is available at all three Library locations or online at for college;Roth IRA;ideas and tips for personal portfolios;and much more. For information http:/Aivonia.lib.mi.us/contributions.htmi about the programs visit the library's website at wwwlivonia.lib.mims or contact the library at(734)466-2490. Civic Center Library Used B Sponsored by The Friends of the Livonia Library Friday &Saturday, February 5 &6 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) Saleakl. Sunday, February 7 (1-5 p.m.) Books sold by the bag on Sunday. LIVONIA WINTER NEWS 11 MAIONG HOME MAINTENANCE AFFORDABLE! First Time Home Buyer Program a� 0%, 3%, &5% INTEREST RATES Wayne County offers a program which No payments until home is sold ` provides a$5,000.00,0%interest rate deferred loan for down payment&closing The Major Home Improvement Program cost assistance to first time home buyers. is a low-interest loan program sponsored by the Livonia Housing Commission The potential buyer must provide$1,000.00 for income qualified homeowners. of their own money. The focus of the program concentrates on maintenance of the existing structure If you want to become a homeowner,call as it relates to health and safety issues and minimum housing standards. (313) 255-9500 for more information. The program does not involve remodeling or updating for cosmetic purposes, This program is administered for Wayne additions,or new construction projects.Typical eligible repairs include roofs,windows,doors, County by Faith Community Home Buyers siding,insulation,heating, electrical,and plumbing repairs,as well as,physical accessibility Program—a non profit agency improvements,and emergency repairs.Once the loan is obtained, a lien is placed on the property and remains until the title transfers. The maximum loan amount is$15,000. To obtain more information or to request an application, Tips For Avoiding Foreclosure please call (734)421-6450 ext. 103,email CDBG@ci.livonia.mi.us or go to www.ci.livonia.mims,click on"Departments"click on"Housing" Tips may be found on the City of Livonia click on"Community Development Block Grant Program"to find website:http-//www.ci.livonia.mi.us. frequently asked questions,forms,and the brochure. Click on FORECLOSURE INFORMATION If you are a licensed,insured, lead-based paint certified contractor interested in under the Quick Shortcuts menu or call bidding on home improvement projects,please call (734)421-6450 x104. the Community Development Office at(734)421-6450 ext. 103 for more : 1— information. NEED HELP WITH HOME REPAIRS? t7 4 GRANT FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE FOR MINOR HOME REPAIR The Minor Home Repair Grant Program Winter Safety Tips from Sponsored by the Livonia Housing Commission, providing financial assistance to low Livonia Firefighters and moderate income homeowners for general, permanent home repairs. Eligible home repairs may include minor plumbing/electrical repair, hot water tank replacement, As January rolls around each year,and sewer cleanout, installation of handrails/grab bars, patching of minor roof leaks, the holiday season is put to rest,we still door/window operations and other minor repairs needed to address the homeowners' have to work our way through some of health and safety.The maximum allowable grant award is$1,500 per home/per fiscal the coldest months of the year.Your year.A minimal fee for service will be established and collected upon determination fireplace is a great gathering place for of homeowners' program eligibility. friends and family.To keep it operating For more information please call (734) 421-6450 ext. 105 safely and efficiently,it should be or e-mail minorhomerepair@ci.livonia.mi.us cleaned and inspected once a year.If a fire is burning,keep the opening to the Qualifications for either program include the following guidelines: fireplace covered with a screen so that ✓ You must be a homeowner/occupant for at least one year any sparks or embers don't enter your living room. ✓ No land contracts Portable space heaters are a nice to ✓ The home must be covered by homeowner's insurance have for a little extra warmth,but they ✓ The property taxes and water bills must be paid to date should only be operated in a room with ✓ Assets (not including principle residence and automobile) must be a responsible adult and they, as well as less than$50,000 any heat source,should have a ✓ The combined annual household gross income must not exceed the clearance of three feet from any income limitations as determined by HUD and listed below: combustibles like clothing,blankets or furniture. Household Size Max.Gross Income If the snow gets so deep that your 1 $39,750 nearest fire hydrant is buried,grab a 2 $45,450 shovel and clear it out. That can save 3 $51,100 time if a home nearby catches fire. 4 $56,800 Most Americans underestimate their risk 5 $61,350 of fire, and tend to get let fire safety slip 6 $65,900 into the background. Take a few 7 $70,450 minutes every month to test your smoke 8 $75,000 alarms,change the batteries every year, review your home escape plan with your The Livonia Housing Commission offers the above home improvement programs family and walk through your home with to assist qualified residents.Equal Housing Opportunity Lender fire safety in mind. 1�1 12 LIVONIA WINTER NEWS Livonia Arts Scholarship Attention: Livonia Resident College Students and Graduating 2010 High School Students. Livonia Arts Commission is offering$1,000.00 scholarships for Livonia residents that will be OPEN HOUSE! attending college in 2010 and majoring in categories pertaining to the arts. Please contact �+ Community Resources(734) 466-2540 for more Livonia Community information regarding application or go Recreation Center on-line at artsinlivonia.com. Deadline Recreation Center postmark February 19, 2010 ................................................. Date: Sunday, January 17, 2010 Music From The Heart Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The Livonia Arts Commission will accept applications until February 15, 2010 to be considered for our outdoor concert series in *Workout, $W�m� climb the COGk wall, Civic Center Park during the months of July& C use the m FREE for the da August, 2010. Please send your CD and Ogym y• biography to the City of Livonia, 33000 Civic Center Drive, Livonia,MI 48154,attn:Music FREE Giveaway to the first 100 Individuals From the Heart. For more information, please contact Community Resources at to purchase an Annual Membership!* (734) 466-2540. FREE 30 minute demo classes ................................................. NEWS FROM SEM COG (Women on Weights, Express Abs, Express Carpooling to work saves money! Butts-n-Gutts, Kung Fu, Tai Chi) Everyone is looking for ways to save money. SEMCOG, the Southeast Michigan Council of *No Joining Fees! Governments,has a great idea that can save commuters nearly$3,000 a year. Carpool to work...and find a carpool partner through Stop in and bring friends or MiRideshare! family for a day of fun and excitement at MiRideshare has served Southeast Michigan commuters since 1980 with a free, safe carpool the Recreation Center. matching program. Find a carpool partner through MiRideshare's easy-to-use online matching software. Students,volunteers, employees—any commuter over age 18 with a regular schedule whose work/school location falls within Livingston,Macomb,Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair,Washtenaw and Wayne t 1 VC>N 1 Counties—can use this service. According to AAA,a commuter who drives 15 1 D 0 11 LFbbard 734,466-2900 or 73-1.1-66•2-110 alone to work(25 miles one-way) spends about visa yrs err wfVVVV.cUr'e=F.I , k1� $5,800 per year on gas,maintenance, taxes, - Goff Urvicgs 'Aquatic 5er0ces depreciation,and finance costs. That same - Park Services *Alhfor�c Servicos - Leisure Services commuter can save as much as 50 percent by - Carrrmunity Recrearian Cer-prer Services carpooling with just one other person! It's easy to get started. Go to wwwsemcog.org and � `� "r"'�` through ° �°'Parft �' � " click on MiRideshare under"Hot Topics". If you have questions,you can also call 866-510-POOL LIVONIA WINTER NEWS 13 Temporary Clerical Job O o rtu n iti e s = p p The City of Livonia is seeking individuals available to The City of Livonia Civil Service Department is accepting applications work temporary short-term v01 clerical assignments. for s=and temporary jobs in the following areas: These Temporary Clerks will re called as needed when temporary vacancies present themselves. PARKS AND RECREATION For information on the qualifications,job duties and how to apply for these jobs,please contact the Recreation Aide: $7.40/hr.-$7.65/hr. Concession Attendant, Civil Service Department,Third Floor City Hall at Playground/Child round/Child Watch Aide (734)466-2530,or visit the City's web site Yg www ci.livonia.mi.us. Assistant Recreation Leader: $7.75/hr.-$8.00/hr. Program Assistant, Concession Assistant, Facility/Desk Attendant Youth Employment Recreation Leader: $8.25/hr.-$8.50/hr.-Program Leader,Assistant Resource Center Gym/Fitness Attendant, Playground/Child Watch Leader, Facility Leader The city of Livonia Youth Employment Resource Center offers information about job opportunities Recreation Specialist: $8.75/hr.-$9.00/hr. Lifeguard I, Marketing Assistant, that are available for Livonia youth ages 15-20. Program Supervisor, Gym/Fitness Attendant, Playground/Child Watch The office is located in the Livonia City Hall Annex, 33000 Civic Center Drive. The north door Supervisor, Camp Supervisor,Adaptive Recreation Supervisor of City Hall located in the Annex will be the most convenient entrance to the Youth Employment Program Specialist: $9.75/hr.-$10.00/hr. Choral Director, Child Watch office. Business hours are Tuesday,Wednesday Coordinator, Piano Accompanist, Building Supervisor, Fitness Supervisor, and Thursday from 1:00 p.m.to 5:00 p.m. For further information call(734)466-2018. Program Coordinator,Tennis Instructor, Marketing Coordinator,Adaptive Recreation Coordinator, Lifeguard II, Climbing Wall Supervisor Jr. Instructor: $12.50/hr.-$12.75/hr.Jr. Figure Skating Instructor, Fitness Instructor I, Climbing Wall Instructor I, Lifeguard III—WSI Certified,Aquatic Supervisor I Program Instructor: $14.50/hr.-$14.75/hr. Figure Skating Instructor I, Fitness Instructor II,Aquatic Supervisor II, Climbing Wall Instructor II Sr. Program Instructor: $16.50/hr.-$16.75/hr. Figure Skating Instructor II, Fitness Instructor III, Climbing Wall Coordinator,Aquatic Supervisor III 16 Program Coordinator: $18.50/hr.-$18.75/hr. Figure Skating Coordinator, Certified Aerobics Instructor, Certified Personal TrainerLivonia PUBLIC SERVICE C M A M B E R Seasonal Laborer Positions(March-November 2010) Seasonal Laborer I Seasonal Laborer II COMMERCE 1stYear $9.00 1stYear $9.25 2nd Year $9.25 2nd Year $9.50 people LIBRARY Substitute Librarian: business $12.00-$13.00 for Pre-Master's Degree $16.00-$18.00 for Post-Master's Degree community Library Page Positions: Student Page Positions $8.40/hr.-$9.25/hr. $7.40/hr.-$7.90/hr. POLICE (734) 427-2122 School Crossing Guard: $9.00/hFax: (734) 427-6055 r Police Reserve Office: $10.00/hr www.livania.Org 14 LIVONIA WINTER NEWS Livonia Fire/EMS - Emergency Medical Ambulance Program 2010 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. The Livonia Fire Department will not refuse emergency payments from my insurer or third party agency(such as Medicare, service to any individual who requires an ambulance. Blue Shield,etc.)including my supplemental or complementary insurance. If the insurance company sends me a check for services Notice of Understanding rendered by Livonia Fire/EMS,I agree to promptly forward that Signing this application is an acknowledgment of the following: check to Livonia Fire/EMS. To help process authorized claims,I I understand that the services provided by the Livonia Fire/EMS authorize release of any medical information necessary to process a membership program are for Emergency Response only. claim and further authorize such payment to be made directly to I further understand that Emergency Response does not include: Livonia Fire/EMS. • Transport from hospital to member's home. I further understand that the Livonia Fire Department will not refuse service to any individual who requests an ambulance,but • Transport from hospital to hospital,even with a physician's repeated non-emergency ambulance requests may be reason for authorization. forfeiture of membership in the Livonia Fire/EMS program. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 1 LIVONIA FIRE/EMS MEMBERSHIPS To enroll,send this completed application form,along with a check 1 ARE EFFECTIVE FOR ONE YEAR! or money order for$45.00 made payable to the CITY OF LIVONIA. 1 Subscribers must renew memberships annually! Primary Subscriber Information ENROLLMENT PERIOD FROM DECEMBER 1 TO JANUARY 31. 1 List members of immediate household below Name: Please include Primary Subscriber.Please print clearly. Address: 1 Date of Sex 1 Name Birth M/F SS# City: State/Zip: 1 Telephone: ( ) 1 1 I have read and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions 1 listed in this application. INSURANCE INFORMATION Signature: 1 If your family is covered under more than one insurance policy, Date: 1 please give information for all policies. Attach an additional sheet if necessary. Mail to: Livonia Fire/EMS Program 1 Medicare# 1701 Lake Lansing Road,Suite#100 1 Blue Shield ID# Lansing,Michigan 48912 (734)421-7792 1 Insurance Co. Your subscription will only apply to permanent residents at Group Policy: your address. This program is only available to City of Livonia 1 Employer: residents at this time. 1 ID#: 1 Group# LIVONIA WINTER NEWS 15 Tuesday,December 1, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. City Tree Lighting Q(Q on the South side of Livonia City Hall Come sing Holiday carols with the Livonia Civic Chorus,visit Santa,make holiday crafts, ch a magic show and enjoy hot and cookies. Caroling Ceremony/ Refreshments will tbe served at Civic Center Library. Co-sponsored with Livonia Rotary Club,Livonia Libraries,and Livonia Civic Chorus. Yard Waste Collection City Fine Arts & Holiday Trash Schedules Presented by Livonia Arts Commission New artists are on exhibit every month in both the Fine Arts Gallery,located on the The final collection for the year for yard waste second floor of the Civic Center Library,and the Lobby of the City Hall.Guests will will be the week of: December 7-11. Yard enjoy a wide variety of styles and media. Artists interested in exhibiting should waste is not collected during the winter months contact Virginia Bosak at(734)432-5976 or Community Resources at(734)466-2540. and it cannot be mixed in with regular trash. Yard waste collection will resume the week of For the Month Of December: Tricia Martin,will display April 5, 2010. "The Endless Charms of China" in the Fine Arts Gallery Christmas—No collection on Friday, December 25th.Friday's route will be collected For the Month Of January: Amy Stegner will display on Saturday,December 26th. in the City Hall Lobby. New Years—No collection on Friday,January "Let it Snow"Multiple Artists, 1 st. Friday's route will be collected on Saturday, will display in the Fine Arts Gallery. January 2nd. For the Month of FebruaryCity Employee: Livonia Ci Show, For questions regarding curbside refuse will display in the City Hall Lobby collection services contact Sanitation at (734)466-2588 Richard Yesh, Photographer will display in the Fine Arts Gallery ,6, mm Jack E. Kirksey, Mayor %&vAW CITY COUNCIL ° f Cllr eA John Joe James C. Laura Terry Godfroid- Brian Tom Pastor Laura McCann Toy Marecki Meakin Robinson President Vice President Linda Grimsby, City Clerk Dennis Wright, Treasurer JUDGES, 16TH DISTRICT COURT: Sean P. Kavanagh Kathleen J. McCann Published by the Department of Community Resources City of Livonia PRSRT STD 33000 Civic Center Drive U.S. POSTAGE Livonia, Michigan 48154 PAID PERMIT#54 Livonia, Michigan This issue is printed ECRWSS on recycled paper Black Soybean ink Postal Customer