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There is far more to snowplowing than meets the eye, and the city of Novi has it down to a science. On the night of Dec. 9, a snowstorm hit the metropolitan Detroit area, with the city of Novi getting 4.5 inches of snow, freezing temperatures, and then a mix of rain and snow. But the city was already ahead of the storm, with drivers called in at 9:30 p.m., along with the Novi Note’s own

Charity Meier, who went along for a ride. “We head out when everybody else is heading in because they don’t want to be in that weather. That’s when we head out,” said Matt Wiktorowski, field operations manager in the Department of Public Works. The field operations staff keeps a close eye on the forecast, with its office containing a live weather radar map and live camera footage of intersections in the areas that each route See SNOWPLOWING on page 5A

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The Novi Singers, the high school’s a capella group, interact with early elementary school children at the Academy of the Americas following their performance on Dec. 11.

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A Novi salt and plow truck heads west on Grand River Avenue toward Novi Road during the snowstorm Dec. 9.

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Young men parade a shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe outfitted with vibrant roses throughout the Catholic Church of the Holy Family in Novi Dec. 12. Photo by Patricia O’Blenes

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“Today’s feast is a reminder in a special way for the people of Mexico of how much God loves them,” said Bishop Don Hanchon, who presided over the service. “How he reached down and out to every single one of them, and you can feel it in your heart. … Nothing is impossible with God.” The church’s annual celebration included a morning and an evening Mass and showcased the traditions

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Workers fill trucks during the snow emergency on Dec. 9 using salt housed inside this salt dome at the Novi Department of Public Works.

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covers, in order to maintain the city’s roads for the safety of all who use them. During a snow emergency, the city utilizes the services of 11 salt and plow drivers to maintain segments of five routes. According to Wiktorowski, winter road maintenance during snow emergencies incorporates both chemistry and environmental biology.

All Novi salt trucks are equipped with brine tanks; a salt-to-water ratio called a “liquid brine” is used to more efficiently scatter the salt and melt the ice. As the trucks travel along their routes, the brine is released onto the salt as it filters down onto the spinner and onto the roads. “It gives it like a liquid effect where the liquid pours on the salt, and it helps with, like, bounce and scatter, and it actually helps up the melting process, because if you throw like dry salt, it takes a little while. Because the majority of the stuff that gets rid of See SNOWPLOWING on page 20A

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Novi Chamber collects toys for Youth Assistance The Novi Chamber of Commerce held a holiday luncheon at the Sheraton Detroit Novi Hotel Dec. 5. Attendees wore ugly sweaters, visited with Buddy the Elf, and collected toy donations to help provide Christmas for children in the Novi Youth Assistance program.

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The artwork of Bivya Das will be on display through Jan. 5 in the atrium at the Novi Civic Center. The collection, titled “Fragments of a Beautiful World,” explores the interplay of form, color and nature, according to a press release. There is no charge to view the exhibit.

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Rabbi Avrohom Susskind, of the Novi Jewish Center, will preside over a Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremony on Dec. 20 at Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk. The event is free and open to the public. It will feature the carving and lighting of an ice menorah, Hanukkah-related candy, treats, crafts and a strolling magician. Twelve Mile Crossing at Fountain Walk said it has taken steps to ensure the event is safe for all attendees. The carving will take place at 7 p.m., and the menorah will be lit at 7:45 p.m.

Library to close early Dec. 19 The Novi Library will close at 2 p.m. on Dec. 19 for a staff event.

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able to communicate despite the language, and it’s good to see that our kids get to see someone who they don’t know who they are. They don’t have no idea, but they know they are here because they want to do fun things with them. So, the hope is that eventually our kids will return the favor to somebody else. So, you guys come in. Do a favor for our kids, and our kids when they get older will return the favor too.” Garay said the program has already inspired his second grade students to read to the first grade students during the school year. Yoana Ramos, an academic interventionist at the Academy of the Americas,

spoke to the Novi Note using a translation app on her phone. “It’s good. It’s very good,” she said of the program. She said that the program helps the students at the Academy of the Americas to develop motor and social skills. During the annual holiday celebration, Novi students enrolled in grades 5-12 have the opportunity to help physically bring Christmas to the Academy of the Americas students, and all grades help to cover the cost of gifts, food and games for the students. This year, the students raised just over $5,000, according to Marla Stern, Novi Meadows ParSee LANGUAGE on page 15A Photo by Patricia O’Blenes

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BELOW: Worshippers meditate in prayer and reflection in front of a shrine dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe following a special service in her honor on Dec. 12. RIGHT: Junior dancers with Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo perform at the Holy Family gym during the dinner celebration.

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and culture of Mexico. The Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo, of Novi, performed before and after the service. During the service, several young men paraded a shrine devoted to Our Lady of Guadalupe, with dozens of roses, around the church. The service was followed by an authentic Mexican dinner of tamales and cinnamon cookies. Gabriela Vazquez, director of Hispanic ministry at Holy Family, said that the event has grown tremendously over the years. This year, she said, they held a serenade during the morning Mass, and over 200 See GUADALUPE on page 18A

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ent Teacher Organization Bridgepointe chair. This year, each Academy of the Americas student received two smaller gifts, such as a coloring book, crayons or slinkys, and a larger gift, such as a card game. The celebration featured a Christmas concert by the Novi Singers, the high school a capella ensemble; games officiated by the high school student council members; cookies and crafts with parents, fifth and sixth grade students, and staff; a pizza lunch; and, of course, Christmas presents. . “I love the choir,” said Lorena Salazar, second grade teacher at the Academy of the Americas. “It was a good way to expose them to choirs.” Salazar said that her students were paying attention to the choir because, although they do have a music class, many of the students had never seen an actual choir group perform. NCSD students, parents and staff overwhelmingly said they enjoyed the event, because they like to help others. “This is so much fun. I like helping, like, kids and it’s so much fun seeing their reactions and stuff,” said Sabelle Safiedine, 11, a sixth grade student at Novi Meadows. “I love it so much.” “I like to make kids happy,” said her younger sister, Stella, 10, a fifth grader at Novi Meadows. “I like

to see people smile. I don’t like it when they are sad.” “It’s cool I get to help people and just have a good time,” said Lary Lingerakis, 12, a sixth grader at Novi Meadows. Lingerakis said some of the children at the Academy of the Americas remembered him from last year. He said it was a good feeling when some of them recognized him and started to yell his name. Garay said he really enjoyed seeing some of the NCSD students return for a second or third year. For Stella and Sabelle’s mom, Ashley, the experience is dually rewarding in that she gets to see the reaction of the students for whom they are providing a Christmas, and at the same time, her daughters get to see just how fortunate they are. “It’s just another way for us to give back,” Ashley said. “I have gone back in time,” said Novi Meadows teacher Lori Osborne. “ I teach sixth graders usually, so to be here with these littles is taking me back.” Osborne said she taught first grade many years ago when she was student teaching. Osborne said that this was her first year attending the event and she hopes to come back next year. “It’s nice to see a different school,” she said. Call Staff Writer Charity Meier at (586) 498-1092. Photo by Patricia O’Blenes

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Novi’s nature enthusiasts flock to Wild Birds Unlimited Executive Director Ryan McInerney grew up in the car business started by his grandfather, Hoot McInerney. that their current staff ranges in age from 18 to 80-plus. “I think that has really helped us at adapting to new technology and just really doing things the right way. But I really believe it’s about how you treat your employees and how you treat your customers, and that’s something that my grandfather instilled in all of us in the car business, and I really believe that,” McInerney said. McInerney and Tapper both emphasized treating people like family and being involved with the community in many ways, including donating to various charities. Tapper said that they once brought in a strategic business planner who asked them all a question about which comes first, family or business, and all of them answered independently — family. Therefore, they run their business as a family-centered operation. “It goes with community involvement, aligned with your marketing, aligned with business functions that you put on for your employees. Everything is kind of aligned, and I think that’s what’s really making things work for us, especially with the new business climate and the new world we’re in post-COVID,” Tapper said. Call Staff Writer Charity Meier at (586) 498-1092.

Wild Birds Unlimited is dedicated to elevating customers’ bird-watching experience with superior products, expert guidance and community events that attract bird lovers of all skill levels. Two years ago, Ben Ihde and his wife took ownership of the Novi location, marking their second venture into the franchise. “As avid nature lovers, we were already fans and customers of the Strongsville, Ohio, location,” Ben said. “We enjoyed it so much that four years ago we decided to get into the franchise and purchased our first location in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. After two years, when the Novi location became available, we saw it as a perfect opportunity to expand. It’s close enough to manage, being only a few hours from our home. We’re thrilled to be part of Novi’s vibrant community and we appreciate the local chamber of commerce and the opportunity to meet new people.” The Ihdes see the Novi location as more than a store. It’s a community hub for nature enthusiasts. “We’re a boutique brick-and-mortar retail store that

offers a high-energy, customer-intensive experience,” Ben emphasized. “Everyone who works here is a certified bird feeding expert and many are lifelong birders and animal advocates as well. We provide topquality, fresh bird food similar to premium pet food because birds need proper nutrition as much as pets do.” Unlike big-box stores, their products are expertly curated and frequently restocked to ensure freshness. The store also differentiates itself with its focus on education, including in-store presentations and get-togethers in local parks where bird enthusiasts can learn about native plants and soil and water conservation. “At least once a month, we hold bird walks where our customers can go out with a bird expert and a pair of binoculars to learn about native birds,” he said. “It’s about enriching our customers’ experience with nature. Our experts also offer practical solutions to common challenges, like stopping squirrels from eating bird food—just come in and we’ll help you tackle the problem.” Regular promotions, updates and the shopping cart website can be found via the store’s main website: novi.wbu.com. “Our website is an all-in-one stop for everything from learning about birds to discovering the latest store activities and events,” Ben explained. Wild Birds Unlimited is located at located at 47760 Grand River Ave. in Novi. For more information, call (248) 374-4000. Find “Wild Birds Unlimited (Novi, MI)” on Facebook and follow @wbunovi on Instagram. 0355-2551

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people attended. According to Vasquez, that is over three times the daily attendance for a morning Mass. The evening service nearly filled the church to capacity with almost 800 people in attendance. Following the service, worshippers left roses at a shrine devoted to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Vazquez said Holy Family’s congregation is approximately 30% Hispanic and the celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe is an integral part of the lives of people with Mexican heritage; the feast day offers a chance for them to celebrate their culture and the opportunity to introduce their traditions to others. “It was so beautiful because it represents a lot of the culture in Mexico: the food, the dancing, the decorations. It represents a lot of what is Mexico — the devotion,” said Martha Brilianti, of Novi. “And we have a huge devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico, so that was amazing.”

Hanchon, who lived and studied in Mexico, said that Our Lady of Guadalupe is so highly regarded in Mexico that even atheists look up to her. “It’s a point in common that all Mexicans have,” said Sergio Brilanti. “When it comes to politics, they may have different opinions on things, but everyone comes together for that, because we consider her the mother of all Mexicans.” Martha Brilanti said she is so important in Mexico that most companies give people the day off to celebrate and worship her, because if they don’t, people still would not go to work on her feast day. The celebration was very touching to parishioner Erica Lamy, who is of Haitian decent. “It is very cultural; it reminds me of home,” Lamy said. She said that there are many similarities between the two cultures, and the dancing is even similar to what she grew up with in Haiti. Call Staff Writer Charity Meier at (586) 498-1092.

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Steve Karagatsoulis State Farm: Guidance for a Safer New Year Steve Karagatsoulis began his career in insurance with a clear mission: to help people understand their coverage and prepare them for life’s unexpected moments. “I’ve always taken care of those I serve,” he shared. “I love protecting people. Most don’t really know what their coverage includes, and I want to make sure they’re ready if something happens.” This commitment shapes how Steve and his State Farm agency approach their end-of-year insurance reviews, especially as winter driving brings new challenges. He meets with policyholders to review their plans and ensure their coverage aligns with their current circumstances. “When a policy was first written many years ago, their situation might have been very different,” Steve explained. “Families change—maybe they’re empty nesters now. We take a close look at liability coverage and discuss what could happen if they’re unprepared. That’s why having the right protections in place is so important.” During these reviews, Steve often encounters familiar issues. “Many people don’t understand the different types of coverages or what they really mean,” he said. “Liability coverage tends to be a big eye-opener. I ask the tough questions, like, ‘If you didn’t make it home from work, how would that impact your family?’ It’s crucial to have something in place.” When it comes to life insurance, Steve focuses on the essentials. “I make sure the property loan is covered and the home is taken care of,” he said. “If you’re not here anymore, how do you want to leave your legacy?” As a family-run agency with only five staff members working in the office daily, Steve places high value on personal attention. “When you call us, you’re not getting an 800-number,” he said. “You’re talking to one of us directly. We take the time to have real conversations and genuinely care about the people we serve.” Looking ahead, Steve’s advice remains consistent: “Know what coverage you have. If you’re unsure, give us a call. Our mission is to help people manage risk, recover from the unexpected and plan for the future.” Steve Karagatsoulis State Farm is located in the Grand Oaks Plaza at 39915 Grand River Rd., Suite 550, in Novi. To book a consultation, call (248) 477-8383 or visit stevekinsurance.com. 0181-2551

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the snow is the brine factor,” said driver John Talbot. “So, when the salt hits the road, and if it’s dry, it is going to have a hard time getting to that melting process, but if you add like a little bit of water to it, it gets a little bit quicker process to where it can start that melting factor on the snow.” This is known as pre-wetting, and the city uses this technique with every application. “The reason we do this is because salt does not melt snow. Brine melts snow,” Wiktorowski said. “And you want to give that solid material, salt — rock salt, a kick-start.” Along with pre-wetting, the city uses two other types of liquid applications: antiicing, which is 80% brine and 20% beet juice, and de-icing, where brine is dropped directly onto the roadway following a snow. Roads are pre-treated with the anti-icing mixture if the dew point is going to be within 10 degrees of the ambient temperature to minimize road frost or if there is snow in the forecast, but the time of the storm is unknown, to buy the operators time. Wiktorowski said that de-icing is not used that often, but it is “a little bit more friendly to the environment.” He said that is typically done when it is 28-29 degrees, with sunshine and just a small amount of snow on the ground. The amount of salt used by each truck varies depending upon the temperature, but it is typically 400 pounds per lane mile, Wiktorowski said. He explained that is because salt is less and less effective as the temperature begins to drop below 15 degrees, which makes it necessary to increase the amount of salt put down. According to Wiktorowski the city has been able to drastically reduce the amount of salt it uses thanks to operator training and because of his environmentally conscious staff. “Our operators, a lot of them are outdoorsmen and the last thing they want is their waterways or streams polluted by excessive salt brine,” he said. “Once salt is in water, it is never going away. It will dilute out but every pound of salt used in Michigan or any roadway agency, when you put salt down and it goes into the storm system and eventually makes its way into storms and rivers, that doesn’t go away. It doesn’t evaporate; that salt will always be there. So, year after year as you salt, you’re adding more and more and more. That salinity is becoming greater and greater, and it also has an impact on the wildlife and so on and so forth, so we just try to be conscientious of what we are putting down here.”

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• The city has 200 major lane miles that are traveled by most vehicular traffic as well as emergency vehicles. • The city has five snowplow routes that are divided among 11 drivers. • Roads are plowed or deiced 24/7 on an as-needed basis. • The city employs 32 drivers for its salt and plow trucks. • The city’s Water Department staff is cross-trained to handle snow emergencies if need be. • The city averages only about 1.5 traffic crashes per event. • The city receives an average of 7.5 complaints per event. • The best thing residents can do to help the city’s plows is to make sure to park their vehicles in their driveways during a snow emergency. This allows the city’s plows to clear the entire street with ease. • The city does not provide winter maintenance on Haggerty Road, Eight Mile Road, Napier Road, Pontiac Trail, 14 Mile Road and the freeways. Those roads are maintained by the Road Commission for Oakland County and the Michigan Department of Transportation.

Talbot, of South Lyon, a second-generation city employee, has been plowing and salting roads for 27 years, 12 in Novi. “I enjoy what I do,” Talbot told the Novi Note while traveling back and forth on Grand River Avenue. “I like the fact that I work for a community I grew up in. I still have a ton of close friends that I consider family that live in the community. So, whether it be winter operations, doing sign work, doing road grading, or working on a water main break, I try to keep that in the back of my mind, that I want to provide the best service I can for the people that are here just because I care about the people here. Novi’s been a big part of my life from grade school on. So, I just try to do the best job that I can while I’m here.” According to Talbot, veteran drivers are responsible for maintaining the primary roads, while less-experienced drivers are usually responsible for routes that service secondary roads. During a snow emergency, drivers often work 12- to 16-hour shifts. During the recent storm, drivers didn’t finish clearing the roads until just before the morning rush hour, and then they had to start plowing neighborhoods. The city’s field operations staff works along with the Police Department to maintain road safety. Talbot said that often at night they are called in at the request of the Novi Police Department.

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The city uses these pickup trucks equipped with snowplows to clear parking lots and other smaller areas. “Our discretionary measure for the majority is the Novi Police Department,” Talbot said. “So, they kind of make the decision on if it is warranted. Usually it is on them for after hours. During hours, it is up to the leaders within the department.” Wiktorowski said people are always amazed at just how long and complicated the process of snow removal is. He pointed out that there is a vast amount of electronics in each truck that the driver is responsible for operating in addition to monitoring the road itself. “I like to say that I don’t have opera-

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