Monday, September 28, 2009
City Council Meeting Tonight is ON
The Grosse Pointe Park website indicated that tonight's meeting was canceled. Since then, I've heard that it is not. Maybe someone should correct the notice. Sorry for the confusion. I'm only reporting what it says next to the meeting.
September 28 Council Meeting Canceled, St. Ambrose Oysterfest
The City of Grosse Pointe Park updated its website this morning and listed tonight's City Council meeting as canceled. At the last meeting on August 24, one Council member asked if a DTE representative could be invited to the next Council meeting to discuss the number of power outages in Grosse Pointe Park. However, the last two meetings have been canceled, so we have not heard anything further on this issue.
If you're looking for something else to do tonight, stop by the St. Ambrose Oysterfest from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. on Kercheval in the parking lot next to Mulier's market.
If you're looking for something else to do tonight, stop by the St. Ambrose Oysterfest from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. on Kercheval in the parking lot next to Mulier's market.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
A Community Conversation, Monday, September 21
On Monday, September 21, from 6:00 p.m. To 8:00 p.m.,at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial. Rep. Tim Bledsoe and U of M Board Regent Andrew Richner will host a bi-partisan “Community Conversation” with the Center for Michigan. I am a guest facilitator for the event along with Grosse Pointe Councilwoman Vicki Granger and Circuit Court Judge, Lynne Pierce.
A few months ago I participated in one of the Center for Michigan’s conversations and found it enlightening. It is a chance for Michigan residents to voice their opinions regarding how our state should handle its challenges and create a vision for our future. Conversations are held around the state. The views shared at the forums will be compiled and presented to state leaders to provide them direction in their policy decision making. By participating, you can help influence Michigan’s future.
I hope you’ll join us on Monday evening at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial. There is no charge to attend but reservations are strongly suggested. To RSVP, email kjohnson@thecenterformichigan.net , or phone 248-333-2759.
A few months ago I participated in one of the Center for Michigan’s conversations and found it enlightening. It is a chance for Michigan residents to voice their opinions regarding how our state should handle its challenges and create a vision for our future. Conversations are held around the state. The views shared at the forums will be compiled and presented to state leaders to provide them direction in their policy decision making. By participating, you can help influence Michigan’s future.
I hope you’ll join us on Monday evening at the Grosse Pointe War Memorial. There is no charge to attend but reservations are strongly suggested. To RSVP, email kjohnson@thecenterformichigan.net
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Council Meeting Cancelled for September 14
The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for September 14 has been cancelled. And I was looking forward to hearing from the DTE representative that was supposed to attend this meeting.
The next meeting will be Monday, September 28, 7:00 pm in the court chambers of city hall.
The next meeting will be Monday, September 28, 7:00 pm in the court chambers of city hall.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Sore Muscles? Get Relief in Grosse Pointe Park
A new business at 15214 Charlevoix will help with the healing of overworked muscles. "Tamara's Touch" offers massage therapy, laser acupuncture, facials and even tanning. Hours are by appointment only. Call owner,Tamara Francis, CMT, at 313-475-1219. You can visit her website at www.tamarafrancis.iwantamassage.com
Monday, August 31, 2009
A Chance at the Nationals
Park resident and Full Circle resale shop employee, Laura Casey, is one of the first-place finishers in the Special Olympics swimming competition. Laura's name will be put into a lottery for a chance to compete in the national Special Olympics next summer in Nebraska.
Good luck, Laura! We hope they choose your name.
Good luck, Laura! We hope they choose your name.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
August 24 City Council Meeting Highlights
Lev Wood from the Clinton River Watershed Council (CRWC) announced a program that CRWC will be hosting next week. On Tuesday, September 1, "The Little Things you can do to Protect Water Quality" will be presented from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ewald Branch Library, 15175 E. Jefferson. Learn how everyday actions influence the health of our local waterways. Registration is required. Call 248-601-0606 or email contact@crwc.org to register.
The Council voted to award Clearwater Pools and Services the contract to re-line the Windmill Pointe Park pool. The cost of the project will be $93,595. This company was the lowest bidder and provided a 3-year warranty on their work while the other two bidders were offering a 1-year warranty and would provide less prep work. The project will begin in spring. The Parks and Recreation Director wanted the Council to move quickly on this so the pool would be ready for next year's swim season as the Park is slated to host the annual swimming tournament between all of the Grosse Pointes.
Dan Clark will be the Council's representative at the Michigan Municipal League's meeting in September. Greg Theokas will be the alternate. The Michigan Municipal League is a non-profit foundation dedicated to support local government leadership and development.
Comments from the audience:
A resident asked the City Manager if he had further information about possibly getting a cell phone tower placed in Grosse Pointe Park due to the lack of cell phone service in areas along the waterfront. Mr. Krajniak explained that he had spoken with AT&T. The company is going to determine if the area not covered by existing towers justifies the cost of adding an additional tower. The cost of a tower is approximately $250,000.
Councilman Robson requested that the City Manager invite a representative from DTE to address the Council at the next meeting regarding power outages in Grosse Pointe Park.
Council adjourned to closed door session to discuss pending litigation.
The Council voted to award Clearwater Pools and Services the contract to re-line the Windmill Pointe Park pool. The cost of the project will be $93,595. This company was the lowest bidder and provided a 3-year warranty on their work while the other two bidders were offering a 1-year warranty and would provide less prep work. The project will begin in spring. The Parks and Recreation Director wanted the Council to move quickly on this so the pool would be ready for next year's swim season as the Park is slated to host the annual swimming tournament between all of the Grosse Pointes.
Dan Clark will be the Council's representative at the Michigan Municipal League's meeting in September. Greg Theokas will be the alternate. The Michigan Municipal League is a non-profit foundation dedicated to support local government leadership and development.
Comments from the audience:
A resident asked the City Manager if he had further information about possibly getting a cell phone tower placed in Grosse Pointe Park due to the lack of cell phone service in areas along the waterfront. Mr. Krajniak explained that he had spoken with AT&T. The company is going to determine if the area not covered by existing towers justifies the cost of adding an additional tower. The cost of a tower is approximately $250,000.
Councilman Robson requested that the City Manager invite a representative from DTE to address the Council at the next meeting regarding power outages in Grosse Pointe Park.
Council adjourned to closed door session to discuss pending litigation.
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