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Vocal arts competition taking place The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. will preset a Vocal Arts Competition on Saturday, March 24 at Central United Methodist Church at 4 p.m. The church is located at 23 E. Adams. The competition, entitled “Vocal Arts Competition for Emerging Artists”, promotes classical violinists between the ages of 18 and 25. Winners of the local competition are eligible for the district and national competitions, where monetary scholarships are awarded. The competition was formerly known as the Leontyne Price Competition, and has been presented in the Detroit community since 1983. The first place contestant of the March 24 competition will move on to the District Level Competition, scheduled for July 25 in Reno, NV. Locally, the competition is sponsored by the Ann Arbor, Detroit, Flint, New Metropolitan and Pontiac Clubs of the NANBPWC, Inc. For information, call (313) 538-2575.
Seniors, scams and finding contractors By Paul Bridgewater With the start of Spring, many homeowners are thinking about sprucing things up around the house and tackling home repairs. Unfortunately, too few of us are prepared for the cost of needed fixes. This makes us vulnerable during the spring season when crooked contractors prey on innocent homeowners – especially older adults. Some, in fact, may be incompetent or unethical scam artists with no intent of providing a reliable service. To begin, know that you can protect yourself against common home repair scams with a little knowledge. Just keep in mind that if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. One of the most common kinds of home repair fraud
ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS – OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS 3011 WEST GRAND BLVD, 11TH FLOOR FISHER BLDG DETROIT, MI 48202-2710 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-B-12-1098-3-0-2012/EM The Detroit Public Schools is seeking sealed bids/proposals for a Professional Move Management Team to design, develop, implement and deliver relocation management services for Detroit Public Schools (DPS). Bid specifications and updated information, including any changes to the bid due and opening dates, are available at www.demandstar.com. Bids/Proposals Due: Pre-Bid Meeting:
March 20, 2012, 10:00 A.M. Pre-bid walkthroughs will start March 10, 2012 at 11:00 AM EDT at Mumford High School, 17525 Wyoming Street Detroit, MI and progress to visiting locations in the following order: Mumford High School, 17525 Wyoming St. Parker Elementary, 12744 Elmira St. Barton Elementary, 8530 Joy Rd. O.W.,Holmes School, 4833 Ogden St. Logan Elementary, 3811 Cicotte St. Crockett High School, 8950 Saint Cyril St. McNair Middle School, 4180 Marlborough St.
Bid Opening:
March 20, 2012, 10:00 A.M. Walbridge Joint Venture 1425 E. Warren Entrance B Detroit, MI 48207
DPS Contact:
Jerome Gibbs
Detroit Public Schools, Office of Procurement & Logistics must receive bids/proposals no later than 10:00 a.m. March 20, 2012, or such later time and/or date indicated in any updated information on www.demandstar.com. Bids/Proposals received after such date and time will not be considered or accepted. All bids/proposals shall be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner(s) or any employee of the bidder and any member of the school board, superintendent of the school district, DPS Manager, or Emergency Manager.
involves offers from transient work crews. Strangers knock on your door and say they have been working in your neighborhood and have some extra material left. They may offer to seal your driveway or fix your roof for a discount, but too often they take your money and disappear. Some scam artists offer free inspections of your furnace, chimney or drinking water. These scam artists pretend to find a serious health or safety problem requiring expensive repairs. Sometimes, these criminals are also looking for access to your home to steal belongings. Listen for these key phrases and beware: o I just happen to be working in your neighborhood. o I have materials left over from another job. o I need the cash up front. o I have a special offer that is good for today only. o I can help you finance the project. It is best to say “No Thanks!” to any unsolicited offers, and you should not open your doors to strangers. If you are approached by a suspicious “contractor,” make note of the vehicle, license plate, name, or any other information her or she might provide and call the Detroit Police Department. It is important, too, to tell your neighbors and family about such an incident. If you need home repairs, get recommendations for home improvement companies and handyman services from satisfied friends and neighbors – and shop around! As you identify contractors, plan to get several estimates and detailed contracts. Ask for proof that the contractors are licensed, and ask them for references. In addition, you may request to see a job the contractor is working on. Builders and contractors are licensed by the Licensing Division of the Bureau of Commercial Services, Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth. You will want to select among contractors who have
ANNOUNCEMENT(S) DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS 7307 SECOND AVENUE, 10TH FLOOR DETROIT, MI 48202-2710
request for proposals RFP-B-12-1099-3-0-2012/EM - DPS Security Upgrades - Zone 01 The Detroit Public Schools is seeking sealed bids/proposals to furnish and install upgraded cameras, access control devices, and intrusion detection equipment at existing District-owned facilities. This work is divided into multiple zones. This proposal is for Zone 01 only. Scope of work shall include all testing and local configuration required to establish a turn-key project as well as coordination and support of the District’s Security Integrator. Bid specifications and updated information, including any changes to the bid due and opening dates, are available at www.demandstar.com. Bids/Proposals Due: April 6, 2012, 2:00 PM EDT Pre-Bid Meeting:
March 23, 2012 at 2:00 PM EDT Walbridge Joint Venture Office 1425 E. Warren Street Detroit, MI 48207-3812
Bid Opening:
April 6, 2012, 2:00 PM EDT Walbridge Construction 1425 E. Warren Entrance B Detroit, MI 48207
DPS Contact:
Ellen Moroschan
Detroit Public Schools, Office of Procurement & Logistics must receive bids/proposals no later than 2:00 PM, April 6, 2012, or such later time and/or date indicated in any updated information on www.demandstar.com. Bids/Proposals received after such date and time will not be considered or accepted. All bids/proposals shall be accompanied by a sworn and notarized staetment disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner(s) and any employees of the bidder and any member of the school board, superintendent of the school district, DPS Manager, or Emergency Manager.
Roy S. Roberts Emergency Manager
Roy S. Roberts Emergency Manager
DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS 3011 WEST GRAND BLVD., 11TH FLOOR FISHER BLDG. DETROIT, MI 48202-2710
DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS 7303 SECOND AVENUE, 10TH FLOOR DETROIT, MI 48202-2710
request for proposals
RFP-B-12-1101-3-0-2012/EM - DPS Security Upgrades - Zone SCM
RFP-B-11-0818-3-0-2012/EM The Detroit Public Schools is seeking sealed bids/proposals for United Storage Equipment (SAN) for Unified Storage Solution (SAN) and Modular Library Tape Backup system for the 2009 Bond Construction, Renovation and Modernization Program. The SAN is intended to support ONSSI CCTV Video System storage platform for 140 schools district wide. Bid specifications and updated information, including any changes to the bid due and opening dates, are available at www.demandstar. com. Bids/Proposals Due: April 4, 2012, 2:00 PM EDT Pre-Bid Meeting:
March 22, 2012 at 2:00 PM EDT Walbridge Joint Venture Office 1425 E. Warren Street Detroit, MI 48207-3812
Bid Opening:
April 4, 2012, 2:00 PM EDT Walbridge Construction 1425 E. Warren Entrance B Detroit, MI 48207
DPS Contact:
Ellen Moroschan
request for proposals
The Detroit Public Schools is seeking sealed bids/proposals to furnish and install upgraded cameras, access control devices, and intrusion detection equipment at existing District-owned facilities. This work is divided into multple zones. This proposal is for Zone SCM only. Scope of work shall include all testing and local configuration required to establish a turn-key project as well as coordination and support of the District’s Security Integrator. Bid specifications and updated information, including any changes to the bid due and opening dates, are available at www.demandstar.com. Bids/Proposals Due: April 6, 2012, 2:00 PM EDT Pre-Bid Meeting:
March 23, 2012 at 2:00 PM EDT Walbridge Joint Venture Office 1425 E. Warren Street Detroit, MI 48207-3812
Bid Opening:
April 6, 2012, 2:00 PM EDT Walbridge Construction 1425 E. Warren Entrance B Detroit, MI 48207
DPS Contact:
Ellen Moroschan
Detroit Public Schools, Office of Procurement & Logistics must receive bids/proposals no later than 2:00 PM, April 4, 2012, or such later time and/or date indicated in any updated information on www.demandstar.com. Bids/Proposals received after such date and time will not be considered or accepted. All bids/proposals shall be accompanied by a sworn and notarized staetment disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner(s) and any employees of the bidder and any member of the school board, superintendent of the school district, DPS Manager, or Emergency Manager.
Detroit Public Schools, Office of Procurement & Logistics must receive bids/proposals no later than 2:00 PM, April 6, 2012, or such later time and/or date indicated in any updated information on www.demandstar.com. Bids/Proposals received after such date and time will not be considered or accepted. All bids/proposals shall be accompanied by a sworn and notarized staetment disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner(s) or any employees of the bidder and any member of the school board, superintendent of the school district, Emergency Financial Manager, or chief executive officer.
Roy S. Roberts Emergency Manager
Roy S. Roberts Emergency Manager
March 21 - 27, 2012
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provided quotes on identical specifications. For this reason, you want a contract that includes a specific description of the work to be done, materials, labor cost, timetable, payment schedule, start and ending dates, names of subcontractors, warranty agreements, and cleanup and payment schedule. To check a home improvement contractor’s license and complaint history, call the Michigan Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at (877) 765-8388, and the Bureau of Commercial Services at (517) 373-8376. If the contractor is not licensed -- and is required to be -- contact local authorities. Failure to obtain a license may constitute a violation of criminal law. On the other hand, some work, including asphalt paving, does not require a contractor to be licensed. In these instances, you can file a written complaint with the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at (517) 373-1140. Need help with the everyday issues of older adults? Call for a free copy of the Detroit Area Agency on Aging (DAAA) Senior Solution Resource Guide for Seniors and Caregivers at 313-446-4444, ext. 5816. The 80-page guide details the services of DAAA, along with information on dozens of local organizations focused on the needs of seniors. And listen to THE SENIOR SOLUTION radio show on a new station at a new time: 1:00 p.m., every Saturday, on WCHB 1200 AM and 99.9 FM.
ANNOUNCEMENT(S) DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT & LOGISTICS 7303 SECOND AVENUE, 10TH FLOOR DETROIT, MI 48202-2710
request for proposals RFP-B-12-1100-3-0-2012/EM - DPS Security Upgrades - Zone 02 The Detroit Public Schools is seeking sealed bids/proposals to furnish and install upgraded cameras, access control devices, and intrusion detection equipment at existing District-owned facilities. This work is divided into multple zones. This proposal is for Zone 02 only. Scope of work shall include all testing and local configuration required to establish a turn-key project as well as coordination and support of the District’s Security Integrator. Bid specifications and updated information, including any changes to the bid due and opening dates, are available at www.demandstar.com. Bids/Proposals Due: April 6, 2012, 2:00 PM EDT Pre-Bid Meeting:
March 23, 2012 at 2:00 PM EDT Walbridge Joint Venture Office 1425 E. Warren Street Detroit, MI 48207-3812
Bid Opening:
April 6, 2012, 2:00 PM EDT Walbridge Construction 1425 E. Warren Entrance B Detroit, MI 48207
DPS Contact:
Ellen Moroschan
Detroit Public Schools, Office of Procurement & Logistics must receive bids/proposals no later than 2:00 PM, April 6, 2012, or such later time and/or date indicated in any updated information on www.demandstar. com. Bids/Proposals received after such date and time will not be considered or accepted. All bids/proposals shall be accompanied by a sworn and notarized staetment disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner(s) or any employee of the bidder and any member of the school board, superintendent of the school district, Emergency Financial Manager, or chief executive officer. Roy S. Roberts Emergency Manager
Michigan Department of Environmental Quality Air Quality Division SRN A9831
RENEWABLE OPERATING PERMIT No. NOTICE OF AIR POLLUTION ROP MI-ROPPUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD A9831-201X
The Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division (AQD) is holding a public comment period until April 25, 2012, on the draft renewal of a Renewable Operating Permit (ROP) under consideration to be issued to Marathon Petroleum LP located at 1300 S. Fort Street in Detroit, Michigan. The facility’s Responsible Officials are: Section 1: C.T. Case, Deputy Assistant Secretary. Section 2: Bradley McKain, Deputy Assistant Secretary Major stationary sources of air pollutants are required to obtain and operate in compliance with an ROP pursuant to Title V of the federal Clean Air Act of 1990 and Section 5506(1) of Part 55, Air Pollution Control, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, 1994 PA 451, as amended. The ROP is intended to simplify and clarify a facility’s applicable requirements and compliance with them by consolidating all state and federal air quality requirements into one document. The proposed ROP will result in no emissions change at the facility. Copies of the draft ROP and the Staff Report are available for inspection at the following locations or you may request a copy be mailed to you by calling or writing the District Office at the address and telephone number listed below: The AQD Permits Internet Home Page - http://www.deq. state.mi.us/aps Detroit District Office, 3058 W. Grand Boulevard, Suite 2300, Detroit, Michigan 48202 (Phone: 313-456-4679) LANSING: Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, Constitution Hall, P. O. Box 30260, Lansing, Michigan 48909 (Phone: 517-373-7023) All persons are encouraged to present their views on the draft permit. Persons wishing to comment or request a public hearing should submit written statements by April 25, 2012 to the attention of Mr. Jorge Acevedo at the District Office referenced above. The decision maker for the permit is Ms. Teresa Seidel, AQD Field Operations Supervisor. If requested in writing by April 25, 2012, a public hearing will be held at Delray Neighborhood House, 420 Leigh Street, Detroit, 48209 on May 2nd from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The sole purpose of the public hearing will be to take formal testimony on record. AQD staff will conduct an informational meeting from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to answer any questions regarding the draft ROP. AQD staff will also be available to answer any questions outside the hearing room during the hearing. Comments will also be accepted at the public hearing, if held. Persons needing accommodations for effective participation at the public hearing, if held, should contact Mr. Jorge Acevedo at the District Office referenced above a week in advance to request mobility, visual, hearing, or other assistance.