12A SPOTLIGHT ON WOMEN IN BUSINESS
The safety millage will allow police in Farmington Hills to maintain services such as the school liaison officers, K-9 officers, drones, and digital forensic labs that quickly analyze data from cellphones and computers when crimes are reported.
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FARMINGTON HILLS VOTERS
APPROVE SAFETY PROPOSAL
BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
FARMINGTON HILLS — More than 75% of voters in Farmington Hills supported the renewal of the safety proposal for the city’s police and fire departments Nov. 4, which will help pay for staff and equipment for the next 10 years starting in 2026. Voters cast 14,419 votes in favor of the proposal and 4,754 against.
The proposal is not a tax increase for Farmington Hills residents. Rather, it is a continuation of the current tax rate, which levies 1.4764 mills each year — roughly $1.48 for every $1,000 of taxable value of one’s property. Officials said this will allow the police and fire departments to maintain current service levels with full staffing and upto-date equipment.
About $7.3 million will be distributed rough-
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FARMINGTON HILLS
DECIDES MAYOR, COUNCIL
BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
FARMINGTON HILLS — In the election Nov. 4, Farmington Hills Mayor Theresa Rich was reelected by more than 59% of the vote. Council members Michael Bridges and Valerie Knol were also reelected, and they were joined by a council newcomer, Charlie Starkman.
“I am extremely grateful to the voters of Farmington Hill for affirming that the city is on a great track and that they support my leadership,” Rich said.
According to the Oakland County Clerk’s website, nearly 19,500 people voted for mayor, while nearly 49,000 voted for City Council members in the city of 85,000 residents.
Starkman is new to council and received 9,373 votes, which is 19.32% of those that voted.
“My win tonight shows that Farmington Hills residents are ready for a new face, a fresh vote and a new perspective on council. They are excited about someone who can come in and work well with sitting members of council,” Starkman said. “They are also excited about someone with a new set of ideas that represents the younger generation that they are trying to attract.”
Starkman said he is not a politician, and he thinks that resonated with people.
“People were excited to meet a regular person who ran a campaign while working fulltime and juggling many things,” he
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Terms decided for Farmington council
BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
FARMINGTON — Familiar faces will continue to run the Farmington City Council.
The only candidates in the race were the three incumbents running for the three open seats on council in the Nov. 4 election. However, the length of each term varies based on placement. The top two vote-getters were elected to four-year terms while the third highest vote-getter received a two-year term.
Maria Taylor led the votes with 39.21% (1,507 votes), followed by Kevin Parkins at 31.82% (1,223 votes) and Steven Schneemann at 27.82% (1,069 votes).
As such, Taylor and Parkins will serve four-year terms on the council, while Schneemann will serve for the next two years. There were also 44 write-in votes.
“I’m so grateful to the voters of Farmington for their support and for trusting me with a third term,” Taylor said. “Even though (there were) three candidates for three spots, I still felt it was important to share my viewpoints and my goals through mailings and outreach, and the results show that Farmington voters appreciated that effort.
“Over the next four years, I plan to focus on restoring the Warner Mansion, advancing zoning reforms, and modernizing our outdated water/sewer infrastructure to get the water main breaks under control. And I’ll be doing everything I can to save and redevelop the Old Winery,” she continued. “That project will be the catalyst that lights up the entire Grand River corridor, and I’m thrilled to be serving at a moment when I can help shape the future of east Farmington.”
The councilwoman acknowledged her colleagues on council.
“Congrats also to Kevin Parkins and Steve Schneemann on their reelection,” Taylor said. “I look forward to working with the entire council on continuing to make Farmington a great place to live.”
The other candidates did not respond by press time.
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WEST BLOOMFIELD VOTERS APPROVE SCHOOL MILLAGE
BY GENA JOHSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
WEST BLOOMFIELD — During the election Nov. 4, voters in the West Bloomfield School District approved a sinking fund millage by a 54% majority, with 3,376 voting “yes” and 2,857 voting “no.” The millage is for 10 years, starting in 2026.
“Our facilities are an investment in our students, staff and community,” said Dania Bazzi, WBSD superintendent. “This approval allows us to keep general fund dollars in the classroom while continuing to improve our buildings, technology and safety systems.
The district described the millage as a “renewal” or “continuation” of the millage that was approved in 2013 because it has the same millage rate of 1.1552, so it will not increase the tax rate. Rather, it continues at the rate of $1.1552 on each $1,000 of a property’s taxable value.
Technology upgrades and vehicles for transporting students and teachers were not included in the 2013 proposal, so legally it could not be called a “renewal,” according to Christy Forhan,
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The recent approval of a sinking fund will allow the West Bloomfield Public Schools district to purchase buses and other vehicles for transporting students and teachers.
Orchard Lake voters choose council members, approve proposals
BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
ORCHARD LAKE — Residents of Orchard Lake Village reelected Kevin Kroger and elected newcomer DuAnne Sonneville to the City Council in the election Nov. 4. Both candidates received three-year terms. In addition, two city street proposals were approved.
The council race
Three candidates ran for two open seats on the council.
“I’m just very grateful that (residents) feel I’m doing the job they elected me to do in the past and I will continue to do the job over the next three years,” Kroger said.
Kroger received 314 votes, which was 39.80% of the vote. Sonneville received 238 votes (30.16%) and Sean J. O’Bryan received 235 votes (29.78%).
Sonneville made the cut with just three votes more than O’Bryan.
“Thank you to all the voters who came out to make their opinion heard, regard-
less of who they supported. It’s important that every voice is part of the conversation,” Sonneville said. “I also want to thank all the candidates who offered to serve. I especially want to thank those who supported me.”
Both winners referred to Orchard Lake as a beautiful place to live.
“I look forward to returning to council and being a voice in keeping our city the wonderful place that we call home,” Sonneville said.
Kroger noted that a focus for the new council will be continued development of the city’s master plan, which is updated every five years.
Street proposals
The two street proposals received overwhelming support, each by more than 80%.
One proposal asked voters if the city can vacate, discontinue and/or abolish approximately 200 feet of roadway located at the end of Willow Lane, formerly known as Troy Street. The other asked if the city could then sell the vacated portions of Willow Lane to adjacent property owners.
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According to Kroger, the residents that live in the affected area own property on both sides of the roadway, and it will allow them to expand their property.
“It’s on a small section of a dead-end road. It will help to reduce some of the maintenance required by the city, and at the same time, it opens up some land, so the residents that already live there can expand
their property,” Kroger said. “I think it’s a win-win all the way around, and I’m just glad the residents of our city have agreed.”
Call Staff Writer Gena Jonson at (586) 498-1069.
CLASSICAL PIANIST PERFORMS AT CHURCH
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — A performance by classically trained pianist Mira Walker will be held at Birmingham Unitarian Church, located at 38651 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14.
Walker has researched historically underrepresented composers and is known for her sensitive interpretations of classical pieces ranging from Johann Sebastian Bach to Florence Price. There is no charge for the concert. Light refreshments will be served.
LIBRARY OFFERS FREE DIGITAL NEWSPAPERS
FARMINGTON/FARMINGTON HILLS — Free digital subscriptions for local and national newspapers are now available at the Farmington Community Library, 23500 Liberty St. No library card is needed at the Farmington Community Library.
Accessible publications include the Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, Wall Street Journal, USA Today and more. To start an account, visit farmlib.org/collections/magazines-newspapers.
MICHAEL ROSS EXHIBITS IN FARMINGTON HILLS
FARMINGTON HILLS — Michael Ross, an artist painting on canvas and panels, is now exhibiting a collection titled “We speak the same language” as one of the rotating exhibits inside Farmington Hills City Hall, 31555 11 Mile Road. The gallery is open now through Dec. 5.
“My work has everything to do with perception and the way we understand and recognize the world and ourselves within it,” Ross said. “Part of my work lies in organizing this confusion and sometimes adding to it as well.”
Future movie makers sought
METRO DETROIT — Emagine Entertainment and Folktellers Studios have partnered to invite young readers to bring stories to life on the big screen in a storytelling and literacy initiative that blends reading, imagination, and movie magic.
The program invites students to dive into Josef Bastian’s award-winning sevenbook series, “Excerpts from an Unknown Guidebook.” After reading the books, participants will create their own threeminute movie trailers inspired by the series’ characters, worlds, and themes.
Folktellers Studios and Emagine will distribute program kits and connect with classrooms and community groups across the region to make the program accessible to as many young storytellers as possible. The program is open to elementary and middle school aged students and to educators, schools, and community organizations in Michigan. Program registration began Nov. 3 at folktellersforliteracy.com.
Tutoring services for library cardholders
WEST BLOOMFIELD — The BrainFuse tutoring program is now available to all township library cardholders. Tutors are available to give one-on-one assistance 2-11 p.m. every day for students in elementary through high school.
Standardized test preparation is also available for the SAT, ACT, GED, HISET and TASC, along with the U.S. citizenship test. Cardholders can download the app at any app store.
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ly equally between the two departments in the first year, said Tom Skrobola, director of finance and treasurer for Farmington Hills.
Fire officials noted that calls for service have risen.
“Over the last 10 years, the department has seen a 75% increase in run volume,” Deputy Fire Chief Jason Olszewski said previously. He noted this is due to how the city is more developed now than it was 10 years ago, with an aging population that calls for ambulance service more often.
“Ten to 20 years ago, people weren’t as inclined to call an ambulance as quickly as they are today,” he observed. “(This millage) will allow us to continue to provide ALS for transporting, medical care and fire protection services for the citizens.”
ALS, or advanced life support, allows paramedics to perform lifesaving measures such as administering medication while the patient is being transported to the hospital.
With the passage of the millage, the department will also purchase a new ambulance and new ToughPads for the firefighters. ToughPads are “rugged” laptops or tablets, according to the website of the manufacturer, Panasonic. They are used for writing reports, communicating information to the doctors and nurses while the patient is being transported, and tracking information such as smoke detector installations and property inspections.
Farmington Hills Police Chief John Piggott said the millage renewal will allow his department to maintain best practices.
“Over the past couple of millages and over the past few years, we’ve been able to expand our services in much more modern ways of doing police work,” Piggott said previously.
Those millages allowed the department
to expand many of its programs, such as the school liaison officers, K-9 officers, drones, and digital forensic labs that quickly analyze data from cellphones and computers when crimes are reported.
The police have also seen an increase in calls, especially those pertaining to mental health. The chief said that mental health crisis calls are up to nearly 400 a year, and all officers are trained to deal with them.
“This renewal is important for the police department and our public safety services because it will allow us to remain at our current staffing levels,” Piggot said previously.
The department currently has 113 sworn officers and is funded for 115. According to the police chief, the department is in good shape.
However, retirements can happen at any time, so Piggot said he is always recruiting for experienced officers and training new candidates through the cadet program where high school graduates 18 and older work at the station while studying for their associate degree.
If they do well, the department then pays for them to attend the police academy, after which they’re hired as officers.
The chief noted how crime has changed over time.
“Certainly, we see a lot more crimes via the internet, online threats and school threats,” Piggott said previously. “Those types of cases require a lot of staffing and a lot of personnel hours to investigate.”
Both Olszewski and Piggott said that without the millage renewal, there was a risk of layoffs or service reductions, placing a greater burden on the city’s general fund.
“There are a lot of services that this (millage) supports that I think are beneficial to the community,” Piggott said previously.
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a community member who worked with the attorneys on the sinking fund.
“We are grateful to our community for supporting this continuation,” said Stacy Brickman, WBSD board president. “The sinking fund provides the resources needed to maintain safe, high-quality learning environments while protecting the general fund for teaching and learning.”
Officials say the sinking fund supports the district’s long-term goals of protecting community assets, maintaining secure and healthy schools, and keeping taxpayer dollars local. Funds can only be used for voter-approved purposes and cannot be diverted to other expenses such as salaries or utilities.
“The community has always been very supportive of the West Bloomfield School District,” Bazzi said previously. Millage from page 3A
LEARN HISTORY TO A ‘T’ WITH EASTPOINTE’S ANTIQUE 1921 FIRE TRUCK
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
DETROIT — Anyone who visits the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum in Detroit will see an important piece of Eastpointe history.
Eastpointe’s first-ever fire truck is among the many antique vehicles on display. The 1921 Ford Model T was purchased a little more than 100 years ago when Eastpointe was known as Erin Township.
A group of business owners pooled their money to buy the chemical fire truck. They were concerned about fires as the township grew and felt the horse and wagon used in town to douse flames wasn’t enough. The proprietors wanted a truck to carry more water and also allow for the pumping of water.
For the next five years, the red 1921 model will remain at the museum for public viewing. At the Aug. 19 Eastpointe City Council meeting, the council voted 4-0 to approve the automobile loan agreement between Eastpointe and the Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum for five years, beginning Aug. 1, 2025, and expiring Aug. 1, 2030. Council member Rob Baker was absent.
Eastpointe Fire Chief Jason Clark said there was no exchange of money involved in the loan
ABOVE: Samantha Wilkinson, Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum operations manager left; retired Eastpointe Fire Chief Danny Hagen, center; and Eastpointe Fire Chief Jason Clark discuss Eastpointe’s 1921 Model T chemical fire truck.
ABOVE: Eastpointe’s first-ever fire truck — a 1921 Model T — had 20 horsepower and weighed 1,439 pounds.
LEFT: Kim Schmidt, left, holds a photo of her husband, Donald Schmidt, a retired Eastpointe Fire Department captain, as he drives the fire truck in a Memorial Day parade.
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agreement, just that the museum will house and maintain the fire truck for the next five years. This is the second five-year cycle for a loan agreement.
“It’s still looking good,” Clark said. “They seem like they’re doing a good job taking care of it.”
On the late morning of Oct. 31, Clark, retired Eastpointe Fire Chief Danny Hagen, retired Fire Capt. Don Schmidt and his wife, Kim; and retired firefighter Joe Radzwion III toured Piquette with museum operations manager Samantha Wilkinson. Eastpointe Mayor Pro Tem Cardi DeMonaco Jr. and Eastpointe City Council members Harvey Curley and Baker joined them.
Eastpointe’s first-ever fire truck was used by the city’s firefighters until 1942. Although the vehicle ceased fighting fires, it remained in the city — which for decades was called East Detroit — for parades and other events over the years.
One memorable moment for Hagen came in 1981 when he and his bride, Mary, cruised in the historic truck on their wedding day. They drove from St. Jude Catholic Church, on Seven Mile Road in Detroit, to the Eastpointe Fire Station on Nine Mile Road near Gratiot Avenue, where they switched vehicles for the reception. The newlyweds drew plenty of onlookers.
“We went down Kelly Road and it started to rain. My wife was the best sport in the world,” Hagen remembered. “The people were going bonkers when they saw the truck.”
The museum provides informational signs for all the exhibited cars. According to the Eastpointe sign, the 1921 Model T chemical fire truck had 20 horsepower and weighed 1,439 pounds.
The truck was either assembled at the Ford Highland Park Plant or a branch of the plant. The gas-powered truck drove about 25 mph and came with a two-speed transmission. It was equipped with standard pneumatic non-skid tires, and hard rubber tires were optional. Hagen said there was a siren system in town to alert when there was a fire.
“There was one hose and they used axes to open the door and open the roof to let out smoke and gases,” Hagen said, adding that axes also were utilized “for quick entry” into the home or building. Firefighters did not
have all the updated equipment and safety gear available now.
“There were no masks, no (compressed) air,” Hagen said. “It wasn’t in existence at the time.”
While on the tour, a group of local students crossed paths with the firefighters, who shared their experiences with the fire truck.
“Driving it is like driving a go-kart in the wind. It’s a big open vehicle,” Radzwion III said. “It was like an icon in every Memorial Day parade. It was awesome. You felt so proud.”
“I was one of the few that drove it,” Schmidt said of those fun city events through the decades. “It brings back so many memories.”
According to its history, the Eastpointe Fire Department and the East Detroit Historical Society together restored the truck and won awards at the 2008 Detroit Autorama. In 2009, the Michigan Historical Commission presented the Michigan Week Gov. John B. Swainson award to Hagen for his “outstanding contribution to the preservation of Michigan history.”
The Halfway Model T chemical fire truck contains a plaque dedicated to the founding members of the department in 1921: Fire Chief Lorenz Rein, and firefighters Cyril Derdaele, Ray Woodcock, Frank Schustler, August Zado, Fred Rader, Jess Hamner, WM Yuckey, Gottfried Eschmann and Richard Paetsch.
The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum is a Michigan historic site. Piquette was the first factory Ford Motor Co. built, and where models B, C, F, K, N, R, S and T were manufactured. Visitors can view antique cars that are from private collections or that the museum has purchased, including a 1903 Ford Model A Tonneau, a 1911 Hupmobile model 20 C, and a 1916 Studebaker.
The museum also has a replica of Henry Ford’s office, including a safe used to hide blueprints so corporate spies would not find them and a telescope for bird-watching. Ford, however, didn’t spend much time in his office, as he preferred to be on the assembly floor.
The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant Museum is located at 461 Piquette Ave. in Detroit. Free parking is available in the paved courtyard lot next to the building, and in the gravel lot directly across from the museum on Piquette Avenue. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. It is closed on holidays. For more information, go to fordpiquetteplant.org.
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said. “I think they can see themselves in that experience.”
Rich and Starkman worked together when she was on City Council in the mid2010s when he was appointed to the Commission on Community Health.
“I know him through community work, and we’ve done a number of things together over the years,” Rich said. “I appreciate the fresh point of view. I appreciate having the voice of someone in their 30s.”
Michael Bridges has served on the Farmington Hills City Council for more than 17 years and was reelected to serve another four years. Bridges received the most
support at nearly 28% — more than 13,500 votes.
“I am grateful to the citizens of Farmington Hills for reelecting me to the City Council. I look forward to working with the City Council to continue to move the city forward,” Bridges said.
Knol also thanked the voters.
“I would like to thank the residents of Farmington Hills for their support. It is truly an honor to be elected to City Council again,” Knol said. “I look forward to continuing (to work) on keeping Farmington Hills a safe and desirable place to live and do business.”
Both Rich and Starkman said determining a location for the Costick Center is at the top of their priority list.
“The Costick Center has to be rebuilt,”
Starkman said. “We cannot integrate seniors into The Hawk. That is not feasible.”
The new councilmember would also like to focus on hiring social workers at the Farmington Hills Police Department. The social workers would help the officers when responding to situations involving mental health issues.
“I am also extremely passionate about bringing a police social worker to our public safety department,” said Starkman, who is a psychologist and familiar with crisis intervention. “I believe that Farmington Hills would benefit greatly from having somebody who can specialize in those issues while our public safety officers are able to focus their attention more on issues that are within their purview. We have a great public safety department. Regardless of how much
During the election Nov. 4, five candidates ran for three open seats on the Farmington Hills City Council. Each seat was for a four-year term. According to the Oakland County Clerk’s Office, the results were as follows:
• Michael Bridges — 13,532 votes (27.89%)
• Valerie Knol — 11,123 votes (22.93%)
• Charlie Starkman — 9,373 votes (19.32%)
• Angie Smith — 9,129 votes (18.82%)
• Farah Khan — 5,234 votes (18.825)
training a police officer has, I don’t think anybody is necessarily prepared for those kinds of crises.”
Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 498-1069.
SPOTLIGHT ON WOMEN IN BUSINESS
TWO LOCAL WOMEN SHARE THEIR TRIUMPHS, TRIALS IN BUSINESS
BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — Colette Hughes of Warren and Jennifer Taylor Boykins of West Bloomfield credit being able to pivot as a key to their success.
Hughes is the owner, broker and coach of Virtual Real Estate Services, a full-service real estate company in Warren with clients all over the world. She started in real estate in 1988 as an office administrator and quickly moved up the ranks to become a real estate agent, making herself valuable at the two real estate offices she worked at prior to starting her own business in 2015.
A year before starting her business, Hughes joined a Toastmasters International club in Warren and attributes this to contributing to her success.
Toastmasters is a nonprofit public speaking organization that trains speakers.
“I was the shyest person in Michigan,” Hughes said. “I was great working behind the scenes, but I couldn’t go up to people and talk to them.”
Hughes credits Toastmasters for helping her to find her voice.
She was inspired to start her own business when she and a broker where she worked attended a real estate event.
“When it was time for me to be introduced at the event, I was left out,” Hughes said. “I cannot be left out when I am doing all the work. So I started my own business and could no longer be a secret agent.”
She left that real estate office and has continued to prosper even during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hughes is a proponent of the power and support of women’s groups in business.
She is currently on the board of directors of the National Entrepreneurs Association and was named one of Career Masters’ 2025 Women to Watch.
“It’s a new day when it comes to women in business,” Hughes said. “Women’s groups help to empower them.”
Hughes also believes in the art of pivoting.
The holiday months are slow for real estate housing sales. As a result, she started a real estate holdings company, where she
holds real estate licenses for those agents not making money from real estate currently but want to hold onto their license.
She pays all the yearly fees they would incur and negotiates sales on their behalf, sharing a portion of the commission with them.
“When I saw the help was needed, I started the holdings company,” Hughes said.
In business, Hughes said, “Women have to yell louder, fight harder and stand taller.”
Nothing But Education in West Bloomfield was created to change the lives of children and inspire them by providing strategic thought, collaborative partnerships, industry best practices and resource sharing to school districts across the country and internationally in 2019.
Founder Jennifer Taylor Boykins is a former Detroit Public Schools teacher and vice president at Scholastic, the world’s largest publisher and distributor of children’s books, according to the company’s website, where she worked for more than 20 years.
Less than a year after launching her business, the pandemic hit.
When that happened, people weren’t talking as much and when they did it wasn’t an in-person meeting but by telephone. By the time she had the opportunity to use her marketing materials, they were out of date.
“From the early point of business, I learned you have to be able to pivot,” Taylor Boykins said. “What you think may be ideal in the marketplace, the marketplace can change…. Pivot is the name of the game when you are in business for yourself.”
That prompted Taylor Boykin and her team to develop materials that would promote continuous education while students were out of school during the pandemic or on summer vacation. It includes books, worksheets and journals.
The books are designed to engage the students. The worksheets are created to promote a deeper dive into the materials they read, and the journals prompt further reflection on what the student has read.
“Things to help them really think about what they are reading and why it is important,” Taylor Boykins said. “They received it (the materials) with open arms and joy.”
ABOVE: Colette Hughes, center, owner and broker of Virtual Real Estate Services in Warren, makes her clients a top priority in servicing all real estate needs.
Photo provided by Colette Hughes
BELOW: Jennifer Taylor Boykins, center, and her team at Nothing But Education, Nicole McDowell, left, and Kaylee Jackson have implemented literacy programs in school districts throughout the country.
Photo provided by Jennifer Taylor Boykins
CRIME WATCH
Vehicle theft
FARMINGTON — A Farmington resident reported a vehicle theft around 5 a.m. Oct. 24 at the front desk of the Farmington Public Safety Department. The vehicle was a rental trailer with a mini loader, stolen from the resident’s apartment parking lot in the 21000 block of Farmington Road between 6 p.m. Oct. 23 and 2 a.m. Oct. 24.
Toddler with drunken driver
FARMINGTON — A Farmington Public Safety officer recently pulled over a woman, 34, for a traffic violation near Powers Road and Grand River Avenue. The officer reportedly noticed signs of intoxication and gave the driver a roadside sobriety test. The breathalyzer registered 0.17. In the vehicle with her was a 1-year-old child, sitting in a car seat that wasn’t secured.
The driver was arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated. The child was taken by family members while the woman stayed in police custody until sober. The case has been presented to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office for potential charges.
If you know more about these cases or others, call Farmington Public Safety at (248) 4744700.
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This program was first implemented in some of the Los Angeles area school districts four years ago and has been implemented every summer vacation since.
It was a huge, hard-fought project, and a major triumph for Nothing But Education. Being in contact with the students in their space “is the best part of the business,” she said. “The tales are always around the lives that you change, the lives that you touch.”
That led to her nonprofit, Bravehearts, which funds scholarships for high school seniors who are aging out of the foster care
system. Students from school districts across the country have received scholarships. One student studied to be a graphic artist in Japan. Some go to college, attending top-tier schools, while others have gone to trade school, including the field of cosmetology.
To date, Bravehearts has funded around 40 scholarships.
Taylor Boykins says a lot is put on women in business.
“They keep piling it up, she said. But sometimes you have to say, ‘Yes, I can do that for you but not now.’”
Taylor Boykins is also on the West Bloomfield Planning Commission and sits on the West Bloomfield Library’s Board of Directors.
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Low vision doesn’t mean the end of independence—and it certainly doesn’t mean the end of hope. At Beyond Low Vision in Novi, Dr. John Jacobi is transforming lives by helping patients with vision loss regain the ability to do the things they love.
Low vision is a condition that glasses, surgery, or standard medical treatments can’t fully correct. It can make reading, driving, watching television, or recognizing faces nearly impossible. For adults with macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, or other serious eye diseases, it can feel like the world is slowly slipping away.
Dr. Jacobi’s mission is to stop that slide— and restore more than just sight. With more than 35 years of optometric experience and advanced training in low vision rehabilitation, Dr. Jacobi is one of the only low vision specialists in Michigan who offers customized visual solutions using advanced optics like high-powered magnifers and miniature telescopes built into glasses.
“Most people with low vision have been told ‘nothing more can be done.’ That’s simply not true,” says Dr. Jacobi. “With the right tools and strategies, we can help patients read again, watch TV, see loved
ones’ faces, and even drive in some cases.”
As a Fellow of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists, Dr. Jacobi provides detailed functional vision assessments to understand how each patient’s unique condition affects their daily life. Then, he designs personalized low vision systems— specialized devices and glasses tailored to help them meet real-world goals.
One of his most powerful tools is the miniature telescope lens system, which can be added to glasses to magnify and enhance central vision. For patients with macular degeneration or advanced glaucoma, it can make the difference between watching a grandchild perform in a school play—or just hearing about it later.
Beyond his work with older adults, Dr. Jacobi also helps younger patients living with congenital or acquired visual impairment. His practice is fully devoted to low vision, and he works closely with other eye doctors across the state to bring his services to more people in need.
“Every case is different,” says Dr. Jacobi. “I’ve helped a 12-year-old read her favorite books again, and I’ve helped a 99-yearold get back to doing crossword puzzles. That’s the power of low vision care.”
Appointments with Dr. Jacobi are available in Novi, and an east side location may open soon based on demand. He also offers phone consultations and is happy to speak with referring optometrists or ophthalmologists.
If you or someone you love is struggling with vision loss, don’t give up. Beyond Low Vision may be the answer.
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Retirement planning: Financial seminar presented by Cheryl McGown of Retirement and Wealth Strategies, 6-7:30 p.m., Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, also offered Nov. 20, registration required, (248) 553-0300, farmlib.org
NOV. 13-16
‘The SpongeBob Musical Jr.’: Presented by Farmington Hills Youth Theatre, 7 p.m. Nov. 13-14 and 1 and 5 p.m. Nov. 15-16, Mainstage Theatre at The HawkFarmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, thehawktheatre.com
NOV. 13 & 20
Thursday Afternoon Club: STEM projects, healthy snacks, creat art and more, for kids in grades 3-5, 4-5 p.m., Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, free but register at farmlib.org
NOV. 14
Kids Night: Drop-off event with pizza, swimming, inflatables and more, supervised by staff, 6-9 p.m., The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, continues Dec. 5, register at mifarmingtonhillsweb.myvscloud.com
NOV. 14-16
Motor City Comic Con: Celebrity guests include John DiMaggio, Juliette Lewis, Matthew Lillard, Alan Tudyk, Stephen Amell, Brutus “The Barber” Beefcake, Catherine Bell, Linda Blair and dozens more, also cosplay contests, iCon Tournaments (“Super Smash Bros. Ultimate”-based gaming lounge), tabletop game room, artist alley, panels and more, noon-7 p.m. Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 15 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 16, Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave. in Novi, suburbanshowplace.com
NOV. 15
Open Day Christmas Preview: Enjoy wine, coffee and light refreshments while holiday shopping, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., also live decorating and entertaining demonstrations, 1 and 3 p.m., Blossoms, 32480 Woodward Ave. in Royal Oak, (248) 644-4411, cs@blossomsro.com, facebook.com/blossomsbirmingham
NOV. 19
PAWS for Reading: Kids in grades 1-5 can tell stories to therapy dog, 15-minute sessions available from 6:30-7:15 p.m., Farmington Community Library,
32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, free but register at farmlib.org
NOV. 21
Acoustic Concert Series kickoff: Hear singer/ songwriter and Farmington Hills native Jim Bizer, 7 p.m., Black Box Theatre at The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, thehawktheatre.com
NOV. 22
Arts and Crafts Market: More than 180 vendors expected, 43rd annual fall fundraiser benefits Royal Oak High School Parent Teacher Student Association, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., ROHS, 1500 Lexington Blvd., rohscraft show@gmail.com, find event on Facebook
NOV. 23
The Magic of Volunteers: Part of Lives Well Lived fundraiser for Jewish Senior Life, includes performance by Michigan native and magician Stuart MacDonald (past winner on Penn & Teller’s “Fool Us” TV show), also refreshments, 2-4 p.m., Adat Shalom Synagogue, 29901 Middlebelt Road in Farmington Hills, (248) 592-5062, brobinson@jslmi.org, give.jslmi.org/ events-homepage
ONGOING
Rock Around the Hawk: Free mini music festival for ages 18 months-5 years, 10-11:30 a.m. Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 6, March 6, April 10, May 1 and June 5, Black Box Theatre at The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, (248) 473-1850
Art exhibit: “We Speak the Same Language” features paintings by Michael Ross, on display 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays until Dec. 5, Farmington Hills City Hall, 31555 W. Eleven Mile Road, (248) 699-6709
Saturday STREAM: Experiment with science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math concepts, for kids in grades K-5, 11 a.m.-noon, Farmington Community Library, 23500 Liberty St. in Farmington, (248) 553-0321, farmlib.org
Wiser Whisker’s Senior Social: Ages 65 and older can hang out with cats and other animal lovers, hour time slots and hot beverage available 2-4 p.m. Wednesdays until end of year, Avocato Catfé & Adoption Center, 38437 Grand River Ave. in Farmington Hills, (248) 482-8271
CITY OF FARMINGTON
DECEMBER BOARD OF REVIEW
The City of Farmington Board of Review will meet in the City’s council chambers, 23600 Liberty St, Farmington, Michigan to correct clerical errors and review Poverty Exemption applications (if they had not been heard at the March or July Board of Review) on the following date:
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 9:00 am until work is complete
Any Taxpayer wishing to apply for a Poverty Exemption that hasn’t already applied to the March or July Board of Review, may pick up an application at City Hall (Treasurer or Assessing departments) or by calling 248-699-5130. Poverty Exemption applications are recommended to be submitted seven days prior to the December Board of Review to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
Published: Farmington Press 11/12/2025
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To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own event, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise an event, call (586) 498-8000.
Senior Social Hour: For adults 60 and older and caregivers, includes crafts, music, games, puzzles, coffee and light refreshments, 10:30 a.m.-noon every fourth Friday of month, Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, registration preferred, (248) 553-0300, farmlib.org
Aurora Winter Wizards: Milelong forest walk filled with lights and holiday sounds, also use wand to unlock hidden magic, open nightly Thursdays-Sundays from Nov. 21-Dec. 28, Glenlore Trails, 3860 Newtown Road in Commerce Township, glenloretrails.com
MI Options Medicare Assistance Program: Get free unbiased counseling during enrollment period (ends Dec. 7), one-on-one appointments available by phone, virtually or in person, (248) 262-0545, find locations at ageways.org/calendar
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less: Virtual 15-week program presented by AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services and led by registered dietitian nutritionist, free
for first-time participants ages 60 and older, register at (833) 262-2200 or wellnessprograms@ageways. org, tinyurl.com/agewaysworkshops
Health workshops: Hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, corewellhealth.org/classes-events/ southeast-michigan
Lupus support groups: 10 a.m. every second Tuesday of month and 7 p.m. every last Wednesday of month, Zoom, (248) 901-7299, milupus.org/support-groups
ADHD meetings: Hosted by CHADD of Eastern Oakland County, for adults and parents, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Zoom, see schedule on chadd.net/chapter-events/527
Wild Lights: Nighttime strolls include 500-plus displays and millions of LEDs, also pop-up performances and music, Santa photos, seasonal drinks, eats and sweet treats, and more, select times and dates Nov. 22-Jan. 4, Detroit Zoo, 8450 W. 10 Mile Road in Royal Oak, detroitzoo.org/events/wild-lights
CITY OF FARMINGTON
2025 WINTER TAX STATEMENT PUBLIC NOTICE
The City of Farmington Winter Tax Statements are due and payable on December 1, 2025 through February 14, 2026. On February 15th, taxes are delinquent and a 3% penalty will be added to all unpaid amounts.
As of March 1, 2026, all 2025 taxes must be paid to the Oakland County Treasurer. City Hall offces will be open for payment of taxes 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Monday through Friday except for the following:
Wednesday - December 24, 2025
Thursday - December 25, 2025
Friday - December 26, 2025
Wednesday - December 31, 2025
Thursday - January 1, 2026
Monday - January 19, 2026
Monday - February 16, 2026
For your convenience, a depository is located in the City Hall lobby and outside of City Hall by the east and west entrances.
By law, if the last day for payment falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, the last day will be extended to include the next day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday.
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Discover hundreds of vintage and antique clocks and watches + 1000’s of parts—most need repair or restoration. To view and bid go online, BidItMi.com. Estate Auction Experts of Michigan, 313-600-5451.
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IF YOU HAD KNEE OR HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY AND SUFFERED AN INFECTION between 2023 and the present time, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1-800535-5727
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The JATC for the Pipeftters, Steamftters, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Service Local Union #636 of the United Association will be accepting applications for our Construction Apprenticeship beginning December 1st, 2025, through December 20th, 2025 ONLINE ONLY! Please visit our website at https://www.pipeftters636tc.org
- Qualifcations necessary for an applicant to be considered are:
1. Must be 18 years of age or older.
2. Complete the application on our website at https://www.pipeftters636tc.org
At which time you must: a. Provide a valid driver’s license. b. Provide a H.S diploma or high school equivalency (GED) certifcate or transcripts. c. There is a $100.00 testing fee that will be collected when submitting your application online. You MUST schedule a test at this time for your application to be accepted. This is a drug free Program. An individual tentatively selected for entrance into the Program after testing and interview will be required to submit to a drug test, which will include testing for marijuana. The Pipeftting Industry Training Center is located at 636 Executive Drive in Troy, MI between John R. and Dequindre north of E. 14 mile Road. PH: 248-585-0636 No resumes please. For more information please contact our web site at: https://www.pipeftters636tc.org
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