Center Line ups traffic enforcement for 10 Mile construction
BY NICK POWERS npowers@candgnews.com
CENTER LINE — Construction can upend a driver’s sense of normalcy, leading to a potentially treacherous commute. To address this, the Center Line Department of Public Safety had an increased presence in the area from April 3-5.
Center Line Director of Public Safety Paul Myszenski provided a report of the incidents at the April 7 Center Line City Council meeting. He said 20 officers were in the area, including the subdivisions near the construction, for 25 hours. In that time, the department wrote 99 violations and arrested six people. Myszenski mentioned being out in the area the day prior to the increased presence.
“I was out there for 40 minutes Wednesday
See CONSTRUCTION on page 20A
BY NICK POWERS npowers@candgnews.com
WARREN — A bit of rain didn’t dampen the fun at the Warren Spring Carnival on April 5. Warren Parks and Recreation Director Anthony
Casasanta said the event has been happening for over 15 years, with a slight break during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. He said attendance was up from last year at the free event, which takes place at the Warren Community Center.
The Warren Spring Carnival, located at the city’s Community Center, featured an Easter egg hunt on April 5.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
Warren City Council members scrutinize building safety appointment
BY NICK POWERS npowers@candgnews.com
WARREN — Veteran members of the Warren City Council recently voiced opposition to Mayor Lori Stone’s appointment of a new building and safety engineering director due to his past comments toward an advocate for disability rights in the city.
The City Council opted to receive and file the appointment of Kirk Rehn as the city’s director of building and safety engineering with a 5-2 vote at its April 8 meeting.
Rehn had previously been the department’s acting director. Council Secretary Mindy Moore and Jonathan Lafferty both voted no. Councilmen Gary Boike, Henry Newnan and Dave Dwyer, Councilwoman Melody Magee and Council President Angela Rogensues all voted yes.
According to a previous Warren Weekly article, Tony Baker was diagnosed with severe rheumatoid arthritis in 1985. He’s a former autoworker, previously working in prototype, paint and bodywork. He became disabled four years after his retirement and has been an advocate for disability rights. The Warren City Council passed the “Tony Baker Bill” in 2021, updating its ordinance to more thoroughly enforce Americans with Disabilities Act compliance in the city.
At a June 28, 2022, City Council meeting, Rehn, who was a building official with the city at the time, spoke during the public comment portion of the meeting, defending his work with the city. During the appearance, he defended his and his department’s enforcement of ADA compliance and denounced a “misinformation campaign.”
See APPOINTMENT on page 9A
Students strengthen skills in ‘Make It Work’ program
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
WARREN — While time off from school is usually a chance to take a breather from academics, a group of Warren Woods Public Schools students stayed in school during the district’s recent spring break, March 24-28.
Five students in the district’s Make it Work program completed a number of projects at Enterprise High School. Make it Work is a collaborative effort between the district, Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Michigan Works! and the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons. The BSBP is the newest collaborator. The class was held from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Students must have barriers to employment and open cases with Michigan Rehabilitation Services and Michigan Works to participate in Make it Work. Using various materials — including wood and granite — students fused technical training in design and manufacturing with evidence-based mental health programming. Last month’s class was held in the occupational therapy room at Enterprise.
With assistance from consultants through the Macomb Intermediate School district, the machines the students worked on were adapted, and all materials and pro-
Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
TOP: Warren Woods Tower High School junior Kelsey L. uses the Colorino, a color recognition device, which identifies a color and voices the color to the user. ABOVE: Warren Woods Tower senior Owen Porter works on a bandana for a pet.
See PROGRAM on page 22A
Police asking for help to find a missing teenager
BY NICK POWERS npowers@candgnews.com
WARREN — The Warren Police Department is asking for the community’s help in locating a missing teenager.
Ajanae Woodard, 15, is believed to be in the metro Detroit area.
Woodard walked out of her home on Toepfer Street without her cellphone in late February, according to the release. Since she left, she’s had “intermittent contact” with family members, but her exact location has not been known.
“Woodard suffers from schizophrenia and has other mental health concerns which may be a factor,” the release states. “In speaking with Woodard’s family, investigators learned that Woodard no longer has her necessary medications.”
The department is investigating Woodard’s whereabouts.
“Investigators are confident that Woodard was last active on social media within the past week, which provides a potential avenue for further information and leads,” the release states. “Investigators are working with Woodard’s family and collaborating with our law enforcement partners to coordinate efforts and share any pertinent information.”
If you have any information, reach out to the Warren Police Department at (586) 5744810 or email jtalos@warrenpd.org.
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Ajanae Woodard
Warren man allegedly had sexual contact with dog
BY NICK POWERS npowers@candgnews.com
WARREN — A Warren man has been accused of alleged sexual contact with a dog. According to Lt. John Gajewski of the Warren Police Department, the incident stemmed from a social media post showing Cavin Ciaciuch, 40, in a “sexualized position with a dog” that had been circulating.
“This incident was reported to the Warren Police Department (at) the end of March with officers and investigators taking swift action,” Gajewski said in a statement. “The allegations in this incident are clearly troubling and very disturbing on multiple levels. The investigation has confirmed that Mr. Ciaciuch no longer has any animals in his possession. We are thankful that the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office issued serious charges so that Mr. Ciaciuch will be held accountable for his highly inappropriate conduct.”
Ciaciuch was arraigned by Judge Michael Chupa on March 30 in 37th District Court. He is charged with sodomy, which carries a maximum sentence of 15 years. His bond, which was set at $20,000, was posted.
Attorney Michael F. Macherzak is representing Ciaciuch and had “no comment” about the case at press time.
Ciaciuch is scheduled to appear before Judge Suzanne Faunce in district court for a probable cause conference on May 13.
Ciaciuch
Macomb Elks honors teen who helped rescue woman from lake
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
WARREN — Last summer, Grosse Pointe North High School student John Agnello performed an act of selflessness that saved another person’s life.
On July 23, he was fishing at Lake Front Park, located on Jefferson Avenue near Nine Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, when he saw a car go into Lake St. Clair. In just seconds, he and a neighbor raced into the water and rescued a woman from the car.
“I heard the splash, and we swam over there,” Agnello said. “It happened really fast. The windows were open, luckily, and we helped her out.”
Agnello said the driver told him there was a child in the backseat. But when I checked the backseat, there wasn’t anyone there. Soon, police were on the scene.
“I think she was dazed from the crash,” said Agnello, a sophomore. “The car was fully underwater at this time.”
Agnello’s quick thinking and act of bravery caught the attention of the Macomb Elks No. 2292, who each year selects a citizen of the year. On March 30, the members
held a ceremony at their lodge to recognize the teenager with the Elks Distinguished Citizen Award for 2024-2025.
Denise Allport, the lodge secretary, and Mike Bartolotta, the current first vice president of the Michigan Elks Association at the state level, presented Agnello with the award. Bartolotta also is a member of Macomb Elks No. 2292. Several lodge members were present for the event, which also included a luncheon.
“In the past we chose members of the lodge,” Allport said. “This year we wanted to recognize someone in the community. I thought he went above and beyond. He was fishing with his mom, and boom, out on the lake he went to help her while mom called 911.”
“Your bravery and selflessness are nothing short of heroic,” Bartolotta said. “Without hesitation, you risked your own safety to save a stranger in a dangerous and terrifying situation. That kind of courage is rare, especially in someone so young. Your quick thinking, calm under pressure and willingness to act speaks volumes about your character.”
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Macomb Elks No. 2292 Lodge Secretary Denise Allport, left, and Mike Bartolotta, current first vice president of the Michigan Elks Association, right, present John Agnello with the Elks Distinguished Citizen Award for 2024-2025. The Grosse Pointe North High School sophomore is credited with saving a woman’s life when her car plunged in Lake St. Clair last summer.
Appointment
from page 3A
“It astonishes myself that an internet keyboard warrior with no formal training, certifications, nor licenses, who picks and chooses parts and sections of civil rights law that may or may not even be applicable, is the expert that the city of Warren City Council continues to empower and entrust in these matters,” Rehn said at the meeting.
At the 2022 meeting, then-director James Cummins said the city was in compliance with the ADA. He said he respected Baker, but that some of his opinions clashed with the act’s specifications.
Following the April 8 meeting, Baker said he didn’t think Rehn deserved the appointment. Baker cited examples with store parking lots and gas station signage that were not following ADA guidelines. He also questioned Rehn’s training in ADA compliance.
“He reviews the plans for new and renovated buildings,” Baker said. “He’s completely dropped the ball on ADA compliance on those buildings.”
At the 2022 meeting, both Lafferty and Moore criticized Rehn’s comments and defended Baker. The two remained consistent at the April 8 meeting and explained their votes against Rehn’s appointment. Moore started things off, mentioning how Baker had made her more aware of issues disabled people face.
“I am going to probably be a no vote because of Tony Baker,” Moore said. “He is my friend. He’s taught me a lot. He feels he has been wronged, and my vote is going to be in support of Tony.”
“He’s been through thick and thin on ADA and, as I referred to him, is the champion of ADA in Warren,” Lafferty said. “He is the reason that we have a five-year transition plan that was approved by the previous council.”
Two residents spoke against the appointment. Lori Harris was one of them, citing many examples of what she said were instances of ADA noncompliance. She laid
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the blame at Rehn’s feet, as acting director, for letting these instances happen and ignoring residents’ concerns. She mentioned the June 28, 2022, meeting, sharply criticizing Rehn’s speech.
“I am saying this was a terrible decision,” Harris said.
Warren Public Service Director David Muzzarelli said he asked Rehn to not attend the meeting. He spoke in Rehn’s defense after being questioned by Newnan.
“I hold my appointees to a very high standard, as well as, all of their appointees,” Muzzarelli said. “There is no screwing around. There is no disrespect to residents or council. I don’t accept that in my public service department at all.”
Muzzarelli spoke to the training Rehn is going through.
“All of my inspectors, myself and Mr. Rehn included, are going through conflict resolution training,” he said.
Prior to the meeting, Muzzarelli listed Rehn’s qualifications for the position in a lengthy Facebook post. He highlighted his education, numerous certifications, association memberships and his achievement as the Southeast Michigan Building Officials and Inspectors Association’s Inspector of the Year for 2024.
Newnan said if Rehn wasn’t a strong leader in executing the ADA plan, the city should seek out someone who is.
“In the last year, he’s shown me nothing but being a strong leader in that department,” Muzzarelli said.
Muzzarelli expanded on this, citing Rehn’s ability to have inspectors stick with jobs, and his role in implementing new safety protocols for the inspectors, new dress codes and training facilities. He confirmed that Rehn is currently the acting director.
“I’ve looked at his plan moving forward and he’s going to be a great asset to the city,” Muzzarelli said.
Muzzarelli said Rehn does not solely oversee the implementation of the city’s ADA plan. He said the Warren Commission on Disabilities is more directly tasked with making sure the improvements are made.
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND Chapter 19.5 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF WARREN, MICHIGAN ENTITLED “MARIHUANA-MICHIGAN MEDICAL MARIHUANA ACT (MMMA) OPERATIONS, MICHIGAN REGULATION AND TAXATION OF MARIHUANA ACT (MRTMA) ESTABLISHMENTS, PERSONAL RECREATIONAL MARIHUANA ADULT-USE, AND MEDICAL MARIHUANA FACILITIES LICENSING ACT (MMFLA) FACILITIES
THE CITY OF WARREN ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. That Section 19.5-7 of Article IV of Chapter 19.5 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Warren, Michigan relating to Defnitions, is amended to delete the defnition of “Marihuana review committee.” and to defne “Permissible location” as
Magee said she was satisfied with the training that Muzzarelli said Rehn would undergo in the role.
“I do not like the fact that the disrespect (was shown) towards our constituents, especially Tony Baker as well as our City Council, but that will be enough for me to move forward and I will be doing follow-up,” Magee said.
Boike said he supported Baker’s advocacy for disabled people. Ultimately, he said he was satisfied with accountability in place for the appointment. Though, he said he was taken off guard by comments Baker made to him before the meeting.
“He made a statement to me that kind
of caught me off guard and basically, he says, ‘I’m going to come out against everybody that votes yes on this in the next election,’” Boike said.
Newnan made the motion for Rehn’s appointment and said he talked to him prior to the meeting.
“It seemed that he had a fairly wellbalanced mind,” Newnan said. “I wasn’t on the council. If he was attacking the council inappropriately and shaming us as an employee, I would say that would be totally wrong. If he does that again, it’ll be very irksome indeed.”
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Permissible location means a property where the marihuana business meets the standards of the zoning ordinance, is permitted to operate by the Warren zoning ordinance, including but not limited to section 4G.07-4G.09, and, is not delinquent in taxes or water charges, and does not have current unpaid blight tickets or current property maintenance, zoning, building, or nuisance violations that remain unresolved or unpaid for longer than sixty (60) days from issuance. This includes all contiguous property with a common property owner.
SECTION 2. That Section 19.5-12 of Article IV of Chapter 19.5 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Warren, Michigan, IS HEREBY AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOW: Sec. 19.5-12. Prohibitions.
The following operations or activities shall not occur at a marihuana business:
(1) Transaction of any other business, except as permitted by the state operating license.
(2) Residential use of occupation.
(3) Offering free samples, except trade samples as permitted by the state regulations.
(4) Conducting marihuana-related operations within the outdoor areas of the marihuana business premises, except outdoor growing as provided by section 19.5-15(a)(3).
(5) Temporary marihuana events.
(6) Transfer or sale, or distribution of marihuana
trucks, mobile
or tented or within any
(10) Smoking tobacco products indoors.
(11) Transfer, distribution or sale of marihuana to, or employment of, any person under the age of twenty-one (21). No person under the age of 21 shall be allowed on the premises.
SECTION 2. That section 19.5.16 of Article IV of Chapter 19.5 of the Code of Ordinances, IS HEREBY AMENDED TO READ AS FOLLOWS:
Sec. 19.5-16. Municipal license.
(a) Number of licenses. Subject to Warren Code of Ordinances, chapter 19.5 and the zoning ordinance Chapter 4G, and state law and regulations:
(1) The city may issue unlimited growing establishment/facility, process establishment/facility, secure transporter establishment/facility, and safety compliance establishment/facility licenses.
(2) The city may issue an unlimited number of provisioning center facility licenses subject to the locational requirements of the zoning ordinance. Co-location is not required.
(3) The city may issue an unlimited number of retail establishment licenses subject to the locational requirements of the zoning ordinance. Co-location is not required.
(4) The city may not issue any consumption establishment licenses.
(5) The city may not issue any microbusiness establishment licenses.
(6) The city may not issue any temporary marihuana event licenses.
(b) Application for license. A person seeking a municipal license must submit to the City’s Division of Building and Safety Engineering (“Building Department”) all of the following:
(1) A non-refundable application fee, as set by city council resolution;
(2) A completed application and attachments on a form provided by the city;
(3) The following documentation:
a. Property ownership information, including deed, purchase agreement, lease or rental agreements.
b. Marihuana business ownership information, including copies of government issued photo identifcation cards.
c. Designation of a local security contact and all contact information;
d. A copy of the facility plan and criminal history disclosure that the license applicant submitted to the state;
e. A municipal safety and nuisance abatement plan;
(4) Proof of insurance as required by the city;
(5) A cash bond for local cost recovery as required by the city;
(6) On forms provided by the city, affdavits or attestations that the proposed location is a permissible location, and the license applicant is compliant with the requirements listed in section 19.516(c)
(7) For provisioning center facilities, retail establishments, and consumption establishments: the business plan, fnancial information disclosure, tax disclosure, government regulation disclosure, litigation history disclosure that the license applicant submitted to the state and a description of the marihuana business’ community involvement and neighborhood compatibility; and
(8) Any supplemental information required by the city to ensure compliance with this chapter
(c) Municipal license qualifcations.
(1) A municipal license applicant must satisfy all of the following requirements:
a. Submit a complete and signed application with completed attachments, a nonrefundable application fee, all required attachments, documents described above in section 19.5-16(b), cash bond, and insurance documentation to the Building Department.
b. Submit a facility plan, municipal safety and nuisance abatement plan that meets with the satisfaction of the Building Department.
c. The license applicant and responsible parties must each successfully pass a criminal history and background check.
d. Meet the locational requirements and criteria of sections 4G.07- 4G.09 of the city’s zoning ordinance.
e. An application for a Growing Establishment/Facility license or an application for any license type that will operate at a property holding a growing license must include an odor control plan
(2) An application will be rejected if the applicant or its owners or members (1) have fnancial obligations to the city, including, but not limited to, delinquent taxes, outstanding taxes, liens, unpaid fnes or fees, or unpaid water charges; (2) have a history of uncompleted site plans within the past two years; have ongoing or
pending building code violations, or ongoing or pending property maintenance violations; or (3) be employed by any government entity, except as permitted by state law.
(d) Municipal license grant/denial.
(1) The City will issue an administratively-approved municipal license to the applicant if the application satisfes and complies with all requirements referenced in this chapter, including but not limited to section 19.5-16(c) and the city’s zoning ordinance, and after the applicant obtains all necessary approvals as detailed in this chapter, pays a non-refundable license fee and obtains a certifcate of compliance. The license certifcate issued by the City must be signed by the city’s building director and the city’s chief zoning inspector.
(2) If the city denies a municipal license application, the city shall provide the license applicant with a dated written notice and the reason(s) for the denial.
(
e) Municipal license expiration.
(1) All municipal licenses are valid for one ( 1) year and shall renew on the same date based upon the initial license issue date. All subsequent licenses issued by the city to a facility shall be prorated from its date of issue to renew upon the date of the facility’s original license renewal date.
(2) A municipal license is automatically suspended on the date of expiration and is subject to section 19.5-16(i).
(3) The Building Department may grant one 60-day extension of the license if 1) the license has not been renewed for reasons beyond the control of the applicant; and 2) the applicant is proceeding diligently to satisfy the requirements of the renewal; and 3) the marihuana business is operating in accordance with laws, codes and ordinances.
(4) The applicant must submit a written request for an extension to the Building Department at least fve (5) days before the municipal license expires.
(f) Municipal license renewal.
(1) A renewal application shall contain all of the following:
a. Nonrefundable renewal application fee as set by city council resolution;
b. Changes from the application submitted the immediately preceding year;
c. Documentation of all security, chemical storage, waste water, fre, and property maintenance matters associated with the marihuana business that occurred in the immediately preceding year; and
d. The current state operating license(s) for the marihuana business.
(2) The license applicant shall submit a renewal application at least sixty (60) days before the municipal license expiration.
(g) License revocation or nonrenewal.
(1) The city may revoke or not renew the municipal license, if any of the following occur:
a. The licensee or license applicant does not obtain its certifcate of compliance within one hundred eighty (180) days of fling of the application, or three hundred sixty-fve (365) days if City Council or Building Department grants the license applicant one (1) one hundred eighty-day extension for good cause.
b. The state rejects, revokes, or fails to grant or renew the license applicant’s state operating license.
c. The municipal license application or renewal application or state operating license application contains false, inaccurate, fraudulent, or misleading information.
d. The marihuana business fails to abide by the general requirements listed in section 19.5-11; the prohibitions listed in section 19.5-12; the security requirements listed in section 19.5-13; the delivery requirements listed in section 19.5-14; or the applicable specifc regulations listed in section 19.5-15.
e. The licensee or license applicant is indebted to the city, which includes, but is not limited to, outstanding taxes, liens, unpaid license fees, unpaid renewal fees, unpaid fnes, and unpaid water charges.
f. The licensee, license applicant, or other responsible party fails to abide by the facility or municipal safety and nuisance abatement plan or odor control plan as submitted to the city.
g. The licensee, license applicant, or other responsible party has recurring license or permit violations, revocations, or noncompliance and/or ordinance violations. This may be demonstrated by three or more notices of violations, citations, or court or blight judgments within the prior two years.
h. The licensee, license applicant, or other responsible party is convicted of a felony, a drug crime, or a crime involving dishonesty, false statement, or theft.
i. The marihuana business has signifcant property maintenance, zoning, building, nuisance, environmental, utility, fre, or security
violations as determined by the police department, the fre department, the department of public service, or the utility companies, or has health code violations.
j. The city determines that hazardous conditions exist at the marihuana business.
k. The license applicant fails to provide adequate supervision of his/her/their/its employees to prevent violations of this chapter.
I. The license applicant fails to comply with the city zoning ordinance, the Warren Code of Ordinances, or the Michigan Building Codes..
(2) If the city revokes or does not renew the municipal license, the city shall provide the license applicant with a dated written notice of the revocation or nonrenewal and a reason for the action.
(h) Appeal.
(1) Written request.
a. A license applicant may appeal an administrative ruling denying, revoking, or not renewing a municipal license. If the reason for the denial, revocation, or nonrenewal is a violation of the Michigan Construction Code or Michigan Building Code, the applicant’s sole and exclusive remedy is to fle an appeal with the city’s Building Department within fourteen (14) days of the city’s denial, revocation, or nonrenewal of the municipal license, which shall be heard by the city’s Construction Board of Appeals within 30 (thirty) days of the fled appeal. For all other reasons being appealed, the applicant must submit a written request for an appeal hearing to City Council within fourteen (14) days of the city’s denial, revocation, or nonrenewal of the municipal license.
b. If the licensee submits a written request to appeal a license revocation or nonrenewal, the license is suspended during the pendency of the appeal process.
(2) Hearing. For matters not involving the State Construction Code, City council shall hold a public hearing within thirty (30) days of the license applicant’s notice of appeal. At the hearing, city council shall permit both the license applicant or his/her/its designee and a representative of the city to speak at the hearing.
(3) Standard of review. Following the hearing, if city council determines that the administrative denial, revocation, or nonrenewal was arbitrary and the license applicant is in compliance with the Warren Code of Ordinances, it may grant, reinstate, or renew the municipal license.
(4) Appeals. The license applicant may appeal city council’s (i) upholding of an administrative ruling; or (ii) decision to not award a municipal license to the Macomb County Circuit Court. A decision of the Construction Board of Appeals may be appealed to the State Construction Commission.
(i) Suspended municipal license.
(1) The city shall suspend a municipal license if either of the following: (i) is expired unless an extension request is timely submitted in accordance with section 19.5-16(e) above; or (ii) the marihuana business poses a health or safety risk.
(2) A marihuana business with a suspended municipal license shall not transfer or sell marihuana or otherwise operate. All operations must cease.
(3) If a growing establishment/facility licensee fles an appeal pursuant to the section above, and does not pose a health or safety risk, he/ she/it may continue to grow the marihuana plants currently on the premises on the date of the request to appeal.
(j) Change in marihuana business operations.
(1) Within ten (10) days of a change in operation that would materially alter any answer to a question on the municipal license application or renewal application, the licensee shall provide written notice of such change to the city’s Building Department. The Building Department may require a written notice, form, or a new application depending on the circumstances.
(k) License transfer. A licensee may transfer his/her/its municipal license if:
(1) The state approves the transfer of the corresponding state operating license;
(2) The licensee updates the application as required by this chapter; and
(l) Multiple licenses. A license applicant shall obtain a corresponding municipal license for each required state operating license.
SECTION 2. This ordinance shall take effect on April 16, 2025.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Ordinance No. 80-831 was adopted by the Council of the City of Warren at its meeting held on March 25, 2025.
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FAR LEFT: Colleen Kohn, a first grade teacher at Cromie Elementary in the Warren Consolidated Schools district, was named Outstanding Elementary School Teacher of the Year in the district and in Macomb County. NEAR LEFT: At the March 10 Warren Woods Public Schools Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Stacey Denewith-Fici, right, and School Board President Mike Schulte, left, recognized the district’s Outstanding Teachers of the Year for 2024-2025: Lesley Szubelak, second from left; Tara Giacona, third from left; Nancy Sulkowski, third from right; and Kelley Schwertman.
TEACHERS RECOGNIZED FOR MAKING THE GRADE
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
WARREN/CENTER LINE/STERLING HEIGHTS
— Several local teachers are being honored for their passion in the classroom.
The educators were named as the 2024-25 “Outstanding Teachers of the Year” for their districts. Every year, the Macomb Intermediate School District holds an Outstanding Teacher of the Year program in which a teacher is chosen at the elementary, middle and high school levels in each dis-
trict. From there, a countywide teacher is chosen among the three school levels.
The teachers were nominated by their peers, parents and students. Nominated teachers were evaluated in various categories, including teaching style, motivational expertise, lifelong learner, passion and community focus. The educators will be recognized at a dinner April 22 at the Palazzo Grande in Shelby Township.
The Warren Consolidated Schools teachers of the year are Colleen Kohn — first grade teacher, Cromie Elementary; Jacquelyn Czarnik — seventh-grade honors math teacher
at Middle School Mathematics Science Technology Center; and Jessica Urban — human anatomy and physiology and physical science teacher, Warren Mott High School.
Additionally, Kohn was named Macomb County Elementary School Teacher of the Year. She has been with the district for the past 15 years. Kohn earned her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Oakland University and her master’s degree in literacy education from Madonna University.
“I love providing my students with a strong educational
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Photo by Maria Allard
ADVANCE PREP KEY TO AVOIDING PROBATE AT WORST POSSIBLE TIME
BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — The last thing that a family wants amidst the passing of a loved one is to wind up in court. Figuring out how to share an estate is expensive, timeconsuming, and complicated for many and probate court can lead to drama within a family unless the right steps are taken.
The most important step anyone can take to avoid probate court is to simply be prepared. It may sound fairly obvious, but making sure you have a will, trust, or some form of legal document involving your assets can go a long way in avoiding family tension.
“I’ve been practicing law for over 40 years. The best way to avoid the probate court is to prepare,” attorney Randall Shepard of Colbert, Shepard & Sadowski LLP said. “Talk to an attorney or talk to a specialist that can help you prepare your estate plan so that you don’t have to end up going through probate.”
There are several ways to organize assets in a way that prevents going to court. Trusts, ladybird deeds and wills can be simple ways to make sure your estate ends up in the right hands.
Probate also isn’t strictly used when someone passes away, as a lot of families find
themselves in court for guardianship and conservatorship.
“Conservatorship is, of course, when the court oversees the management of somebody’s finances,” Shepard explained. “You really want to avoid that at all costs if you can. You’re better off having that set up ahead of time.”
In order to prepare in advance, one of the best things a person can do is have an expert in their corner. There are so many possible outcomes in probate and having a specialist to help with documentation that “speaks the language” is sometimes all a client needs.
“My advice is to get someone to help you. Don’t try and do it yourself,” Shepard said. “It can be a nightmare… Try to have an attorney that helps you resolve your case, not make it worse.”
Arguably the most common reason for probate is housing. Real estate is something that many families end up going to court over and it is an area of law that can get very complicated very quickly.
“Especially in real estate, you can encounter some family situations where it can be contentious,” Re/Max First certified probate specialist Ray Nadolski said. “Do you want sons and daughters to become enemies
The advice that is most commonly told from people that work in probate is about how to avoid it.
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at’s not something Community Choice Credit Union members have to navigate alone.
“Choice Map is the credit union’s nancial wellness program,” Community Choice Credit Union Product Design Manager Cat McMacken said. “We’re really proud of it for a couple of reasons, primarily because it’s a comprehensive approach to nancial wellness for our members wherever they are on their nancial journey. It’s about overcoming hardship and also optimizing your nancial outlook when you’re thriving.”
Choice Map is a complimentary service o ered to all Community Choice Credit Union members.
“Our members are always welcome to enroll in the Choice Map program and get started on that journey,” McMacken said. “It’s always free for members of the credit union.”
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at’s unique, McMacken said, as opposed to services at othernancial institutions that come with fees.
“We provide this free to our members because we want to make it accessible to everyone,” McMacken said. “Members can sign up at any time by contacting one of our 24 member centers across the state, where they are paired with a personal advisor.”
All personal advisors at Community Choice Credit Union are certi ed credit union nancial counselors.
“ ey bring an extra level of credibility to be able to provide that top notch nancial guidance to our members,” McMacken said.
From nding ways to save by making small adjustments to building nancial strength by cutting interest or simplifying debt reduction, the solutions found through Choice Map are in line with Community Choice Credit Union’s guiding purpose.
“Part of the credit union movement is people helping people,” McMacken said. “We know we want to be a positive force in the community and help improve the nancial
wellness of our members. It’s something we’re excited about and something we’re eager to be able to provide.
“We’ve always been, as a credit union, our members’ best partner in their nancial journey. We’ve been delivering this program in our member centers for about a year, and
Macken said. “A lot of thenancial wellness programs out there in the market are on one end of the spectrum: saving, budgeting, overcoming hardship or wealth management. We think of it more like an all-encompassing circle: save, borrow, simplify and protect.
we already have about 1,000 members enrolled,” McMacken said.
What they’re seeing are improved credit scores, consolidated debt, better ways to borrow and smarter ways to save.
“Having a simple, clear money management program to o er our members is needed now more than ever,” Mc-
It is a truly unique approach.”
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Probate
after you die? That’s the message I would send to people.”
A joint tenant, a trust or a will can help make the process easier for everyone involved. The best way to accomplish this is by working with someone in real estate that specializes in probate. In some cases, even with documentation, families find themselves in court because there are errors or missing statements from those involved.
“Some of the longest, most contentious and expensive probate battles come from unforeseen mistakes made by a person seeking to avoid probate,” Nadolski said. “I see a lot of issues in real estate… Do this just in case so it’s not all hearsay.”
Nadolski is now an expert in probate and has been working with former Macomb County Probate Court Judge Carl Marlinga to help make the transition of assets easier for families. Nadolski and Marlinga provided C&G Newspapers with a document that highlights important background information about probate and what advice they have after many years in the field.
The advice that is most commonly told
from people that work in probate is about how to avoid it. As Nadolski and Marlinga explained, even a will that has been witnessed and notarized can still be subject to the jurisdiction of probate court. People will argue that the deceased may have been acting “under duress” or “undue influence.” Finding a lawyer that specializes in probate is the best court of action.
In the long run, planning ahead is also far cheaper than the alternative of probate court.
“The money you spend now would be less expensive than what your estate would have to spend if you don’t,” Shepard said. “It goes back to the theme of avoiding these problems.”
Perhaps the most important reason to get assets aligned and avoid probate is simply because it’s fair. The management of finances, housing or anything else should be decided by the owner of those assets while the person is still able.
“You’re better off spending the money now while the person is able to make the decisions of where they want their property to go,” Shepard said. “If you don’t have anything planned, then a judge makes the decision.”
Call Staff Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.
Charges added for officer who allegedly sent inappropriate texts
BY NICK POWERS npowers@candgnews.com
WARREN — A former Detroit Police officer who allegedly sent inappropriate text messages to a 12-year-old has received additional charges and was bound over to Macomb County Circuit Court.
Earl Raynard Anderson Jr., 37, allegedly sent the texts to a girl from Warren in February. The Warren Police Department’s Special Victim’s Division handled the investigation. According to a press release from the department, Anderson sent “sexualized” messages to the girl late at night and in the early morning hours. The release states that Anderson attempted to delete the texts and asked the victim to do the same. Investigators recovered the texts and were able to confirm the girl’s account. A parent of the girl initiated the complaint about the texts. The release states Anderson was taken into custody March 3 “without incident.”
Anderson was originally arraigned on March 4 and charged with accosting a child for immoral purposes, a four-year felony, in 37th District Court.
Anderson had a preliminary exam in district court on April 8 where Judge Suzanne Faunce determined there was enough evidence for the case to go to trial, according to a press release from the Macomb County Prosecutor’s office. Anderson received an additional charge of using a computer to commit a crime at the April 8 hearing, following a motion from Macomb County Assistant Prosecutor Darrian Fortier.
Anderson is currently out of jail on a $50,000 bond.
“The safety and well-being of our children is our top priority. We should be able to trust police officers to protect our children, not prey on them,” Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in a press release. “These charges reflect our commitment to holding offenders accountable, no matter their position, and ensuring justice for the most vulnerable members of our community.”
Brent Jaffe, Anderson’s attorney, did not respond for comment on the updated charges. He previously commented on the charges his client initially faced.
“As a dedicated Detroit police officer as well as a devoted husband and father, my client has served his community with integrity,” Jaffe said. “He is fully presumed innocent under the law, and we will vigorously defend him against this charge to ensure that justice prevails.”
Anderson will appear in Macomb County Circuit Court before Judge James Biernat Jr. at 1:30 p.m. April 21 for a pretrial conference.
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foundation, especially in literacy and math,” Kohn said in a prepared statement. “More important though, I love building relationships, developing a love of learning in all students, and creating our own classroom family.”
Czarnik has been with the district for the past 21 years. She received her bachelor’s degree from Wayne State University and master’s degree from Saginaw Valley University.
Urban has been with Warren Consolidated Schools for the past 20 years. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Wayne State.
According to Warren Consolidated Schools Chief Academic Officer David Meengs, the three educators “are exemplary teachers who contribute to the successes of our students and district.”
This year, Center Line Public Schools is recognizing Rebecca Bogden — special education, Peck Elementary School; Tracey Bailey — math teacher, Wolfe Middle School; and Michelle Keeran — art teacher, Center Line High School.
In Van Dyke Public Schools, this year’s honorees are Marina Zak — all subjects, Lincoln Elementary; Charity Dorgan — special services, Lincoln Middle School; and James Twork — math teacher, Lincoln High School.
Fitzgerald Public Schools always picks
a teacher at each of its three elementary schools. There were plans to honor the five Fitzgerald teachers at the school board meeting April 14, after the Warren Weekly went to press. They are: Ashley Sullivan — kindergarten, Schofield Early Childhood Center; Alison Voakes — media specialist, Westview Lower Elementary; Geoff Fisher — fifth grade, Mound Park Upper Elementary; Greg Ott — English language arts, Chatterton Middle School; and Elizabeth Roush — math teacher, Fitzgerald High School.
At the March 10 Warren Woods Public Schools Board of Education meeting, school officials recognized Kelley Schwertman — early childhood teacher, Warren Woods Education Center; Nancy Sulkowski — literacy specialist, Briarwood Elementary School; Tara Giacona — sixth grade math teacher, Warren Woods Middle School; and Lesley Szubelak — science teacher, Warren Woods Tower High School. Superintendent Stacey Denewith-Fici read statements from those who nominated the staff members.
“Kelley never fails to bridge the family and teacher gap every year,” Denewith-Fici said. “Her communication, understanding and kindness makes the community in the classroom, and we are very excited to recommend her because of the classroom environment she creates.”
Sulkowski has been involved with the district more than 25 years as a parent, volunteer, classroom teacher, literacy coach and leader in reading recovery.
“She is passionate about literacy and
will collaborate with teachers to share her knowledge to support student success,” Denewith-Fici said. “She will provide materials, model lessons and support teachers any way she can.”
Warren Woods Middle School Principal Don Sikora could not be present at the meeting, but he provided a statement to be read publicly about Giacona. He stated that she has consistently demonstrated an extraordinary ability to engage and inspire her students. Giacona also goes above and beyond to ensure that each student feels valued and supported, which has significantly
contributed to their academic and personal growth.
Szubelak, nominated by two colleagues, is known for engaging her students with many different strategies.
“Her passion for her students is infectious. She’s a true leader of the staff with her determination to help her students achieve at the highest levels both in the classroom and in their lives,” Denewith-Fici said. “She deserves to be the high school nomination because she is the best of us.”
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
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and wrote six tickets,” Myszenski said. “The only reason I stopped at six was because I ran out. I didn’t have any more tickets in my book.”
During the increased enforcement, Myszenski said one officer wrote 36 tickets in six hours. Another wrote 25 tickets in six hours.
“They weren’t having to work hard because the violations were just falling in their lap,” he said. “This is new. There’s those who don’t care and they’re going to do what they want anyway. For some, it’s kind of new and the average person cannot deviate from his normal path that he travels on. That will come in time and the numbers will eventually go down.”
When an officer is on a detail like this, a minimum number of violations is expected.
“Right now, it’s two violations an hour,” Myszenski said. “Which is nothing, but no one has written two violations an hour. They’ve written an excess amount in that time, so that’s not a problem.”
City Manager Dennis Champine explained the costs of the enforcement.
“We hope that everybody pays their tickets, but we’re not basing our numbers on paying the cost of the overtime for the enforcement,” Champine said. “We’re not basing it on the value of two tickets per hour. We’re basing it on the actual anticipated response and that is a conservative 50% of return on that particular investment for the enforcement.”
Mayor Bob Binson spoke in favor of the enforcement.
“If it helps people follow the rules, that’s what I’m all for,” Binson said. “It’s very frustrating to be stuck there behind that big, long line of cars when somebody’s trying to make a left turn when they’re not supposed to be making a left turn.”
Champine previously said the price tag for the 10 Mile Road project is about $16 million. Of that total amount, $10 million will be spent on the chunk of 10 Mile within Center Line and the remaining $6 million will be on Warren’s end. Center Line is chipping in $2 million for the project.
Rotary Park to receive updates
On April 7, the Center Line City Council also unanimously approved Genoa Contracting’s bid to make improvements to Rotary Park.
Champine said, following the meeting, that the park improvements include removing baseball diamond backstop fencing, creating a walking path to connect two others
and the installation and seeding of a butterfly garden.
The approved bid is $121,048 with engineering costs of $20,578, totaling $141,626. Champine said the city received $150,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds to improve the park. Three bids were entertained for the project. Genoa had the lowest bid.
Champine said the project came in over $55,000 lower than what was originally estimated.
“This anticipated construction decrease will result in the city not being required to supplement the cost,” Champine said.
Ordinance adds teeth to meter inspections
The Center Line City Council also unanimously approved an update to its ordinances in chapter 74 and chapter 14 to cut down on inaccurate water meter readings.
The city has been installing new water meters to replace old faulty meters.
“The result of these inoperable water meters is that water usage is not being properly billed to the user, causing a financial burden to the city,” Champine said. “In those cases, water users ultimately receive sometimes very large water usage bills, which places a financial burden on the water user.”
The city has been doing inspections to correct the issue, according to Champine. The adjusted ordinance in chapter 74, allows the city to take legal action against properties where an owner refuses access to an inspector. In chapter 14, the adjustment allows for water meter inspections in unoccupied buildings. With the updated ordinances, the city can now get an administrative order from the 37 District Court to legally access the properties.
City purchases street sweeper
The Center Line City Council unanimously approved the purchase of a used street sweeper not to exceed $150,000 from MacQueen at the April 7 meeting.
Champine said that it would cost about $50,000 to repair the city’s current street sweeper, which is 25 years old.
“Bottom line is we found one, we got a good price on it,” Champine said. “It’s fully up to date, as far as what we’re being told by MacQueen.”
Center Line Department of Public Works Superintendent Gary McKinney said Center Line’s sweeper has worked infrequently for the last few years. He said the new sweeper is from 2017 and was previously used by Royal Oak. He said Royal Oak turns in its sweepers after seven years. MacQueen is inspecting the sweeper and adding a new coat of paint. He said there’s a 90-day
warranty on it.
“What’s nice about this is it hasn’t cost any tax money,” McKinney said. “We’re using Act 51 money.”
Michigan Act 51 of 1951 appropriates state funds collected from gas and registration taxes, and distributes them to municipalities throughout the state for projects. McKinney said the state allowed the pur-
chase of the street sweeper in place of being put toward road projects. Champine said future road projects could be impacted by the purchase, but said the city is looking for state grant funding to repair Lawrence Avenue, Bernice Street and Liberal Street.
Call Staff Writer Nick Powers at (586) 498-1059.
CITY OF WARREN
At a Regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Warren, Michigan, held on the 25th day of March, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., Eastern Time, at the Council Chamber at the Warren Community Center Auditorium in Warren, Michigan.
PRESENT: Boike, Dwyer, Lafferty, Magee, Moore, Newnan, Rogensues
ABSENT: None
The following preambles and resolution were offered by Moore and seconded by Lafferty : AMENDMENT TO BOND ORDINANCE
CITY OF WARREN
DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY REVENUE BONDS SERIES 2023
WHEREAS, the City Council (the “Council”) of the City of Warren, Michigan, (the “City”), authorized the City to issue its Downtown Development Authority Revenue Bonds Series 2023 (the “Bonds”) in the aggregate of not to exceed $22,925,000 pursuant to the terms of Act No. 57 and pursuant to Act No. 34, Public Acts of Michigan, 2001 as amended (“Act 34”) and pursuant to an Ordinance adopted by the Council on January 10, 2023; and
WHEREAS, after the Bonds were issued it was determined that there remains unspent proceeds and investment earnings leaving funds available for other projects; and
WHEREAS, in order to use a portion of available money the City wishes to add the projects described in Appendix A attached hereto (the “Additional Projects”).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WARREN, MICHIGAN, AS FOLLOWS:
1. Paragraph 15 of the Bond Ordinance adopted on January 10, 2023 is hereby amended to read as follows: “ Use of Proceeds: The preliminary plans and estimates relating to the Downtown Development Authority Revenue Bonds Series 2023 as described in EXHIBIT A in the Bond Ordinance as changed by APPENDIX A attached hereto are hereby approved and ordered fled with the City Clerk.”
2. All Ordinances and parts of ordinances and resolutions in confict with the foregoing are hereby rescinded.
3. This Amendment to Ordinance shall be published in full in the Warren Weekly, a newspaper of general circulation in the City, qualifed under state law to publish legal notices promptly after its adoption and shall be recorded in the Ordinance Book of the City and such recording authenticated by the signatures of the Mayor and City Clerk.
4. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 6 of Act 94, this Ordinance shall be approved on the date of frst reading and accordingly this Ordinance shall be immediately effective upon its adoption.
5. A roll call vote on the foregoing ordinance was then taken, and was as follows:
YES: Moore, Lafferty, Dwyer, Magee, Boike, Newnan, Rogensues NO: None
ABSTAIN: None
The resolution was declared adopted.
CITY CLERK’S CERTIFICATE
The undersigned, being the Clerk of the City of Warren, Michigan, hereby certifes that (1) the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an amendment to an Ordinance duly adopted by the City Council at a Regular meeting held on March 25, 2025, at which meeting a quorum was present and remained throughout, (2) the original thereof is on fle in the records of the proceedings of the City Council in my offce; (3) the meeting was conducted, and public notice thereof was given, pursuant to and in full compliance with the Open Meetings Act (Act No. 267, Public Acts of Michigan, 1976, as amended); and (4) minutes of such meeting were kept and will be or have been made available as required thereby.
March 25, 2025
City Clerk Sonja Buffa
APPENDIX A
PART 1
Project Description
City of Warren 2023 Downtown Development Authority Bond Issue Amendment - New Project Description:
The City of Warren will be using a portion of the uncommitted proceeds of the 2023 Downtown Development Authority Revenue Bonds, a total of $2,034,642.20 as detailed in APPENDIX B, to acquire seven (7) 2025 Road Rescue Ambulances for use by the City of Warren Fire Department.
The balance of uncommitted proceeds shall be left to cover contingencies in the original project purposes.
Published in Warren Weekly 04/16/2025
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“There were over 1,000 kids who came through,” Casasanta said.
This year, two photographers were set up to get photos with the Easter Bunny. This kept the lines short and moving quickly, according to Casasanta. Kona Ice also set up at the event to serve shaved ice treats.
Members of the Warren Garden Club helped kids plant sunflower, green beans and pumpkin seeds at the event.
“It’s a wonderful thing for the children to get out during the spring,” said Connie Stewart, who coordinates membership with the Warren Garden Club.
Warren Garden Club member Carole Wiseman said about 400 kids participated in the event.
“It was exhausting. It was busy the whole time,” Wiseman said.
Mainstays like face painting, bounce houses, balloon art and an Easter egg hunt were featured again at the event.
“Since I’ve been here for five years, with the break of COVID, it’s done really well,” Casasanta said. “It’s always well attended.”
ABOVE:
LEFT: The Warren Garden Club helped kids plant sunflower, green beans and pumpkin seeds at the Warren Spring Carnival. The event took place at the Warren Community Center on April 5.
Nine-month-old Elaina Finkle gets a photo with the Easter Bunny.
Photos by Patricia O’Blenes
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tocols were made accessible in braille. Tools included a smart iron, specialized AI glasses to help students independently explore machines and tools, a talking tape measure, and a small hand-held device to help visually impaired students identify colors to sort stones, fabric, paint and thread.
The five students were Warren Woods Tower High School juniors Sarah Awan, Monette Bell-Wilson and Kelsey L., Warren Woods Tower senior Owen Porter, and Enterprise senior Kristian McSorley. They were paid $14 an hour for their participation.
During the week, the students made pens while using the lathe, and also did computerized sewing, scroll saw puzzles with local artist Tom Dembeck, graphic design, glass fusing and laser engraving. The teenagers also used a special kiln to make jewelry pendants and keychains from marbles.
Michele Morgan, an occupational therapist/transition coordinator for Warren Woods Tower and Enterprise, and retired Warren Woods Public Schools social worker Linda Hutchins are the co-facilitators of the program.
“I run a self-awareness program to help them know their likes and dislikes and what type of job they would like for a brighter future,” Hutchins said. “Every year, Michele and I try to make the program better.”
One item Kelsey L., who is blind, used
was the lathe to make a pen.
“It was very fun and super cool. The end results and way it felt in my hand was satisfying,” she said.
She used machine embroidery to make a bandana for her yellow lab dog, Biscuit, and used a talking tape measure for math. She also read using a device known as the OrCam MyEye, which has a microphone and voice that reads to her.
“It’s very helpful in our shop,” Morgan said.
Awan got to know the other students while in class.
“We’ve been doing a lot of group activities,” she said. “Things to get to know each other and know ourselves, and about different careers and what they want to do possibly.”
Sewing was one aspect Awan really enjoyed. She made a collar for her dog, Sandy.
“That was really cool to learn about,” she said. “It was my first time. It was nice.”
On March 25, Michigan Works! representatives conducted mock interviews. At first, it was “a little nerve wracking,” Porter said. But he also learned a lot.
“They told us what to do and what not to do during an interview like bouncing your leg, and if nervous, don’t fidget as much,” Porter said.
As for a career, Porter is leaning towards culinary arts, specifically working with pastries.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
NEWS & NOTES
24A/ WARREN WEEKLY • APRIL 16, 2025
MAYOR MOVES LIEUTENANT TO CAPTAIN
WARREN — Brent Chisolm moved up the ranks at the Warren Police Department, from lieutenant to captain, on April 8.
Mayor Lori Stone announced the appointment in a press release from the city.
“I am confident that Captain Chisolm’s vast experience, integrity, and dedication to the Warren Police Department will serve the city well as we continue to work toward building a safer and stronger community,” Stone said in the release.
Chisolm has been with the department since 2015, according to the release. He’s held various positions with the department ranging from patrol officer to detective corporal in the Special Victims Unit and Criminal Investigations Division. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice from Wayne State University and graduated from the Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command.
Warren firefighters provide assistance during ice storm
NORTHERN MICHIGAN — Five Warren firefighters lent a helping hand in Northern Michigan from March 28-30 in the wake of an ice storm.
According to a press release from the Warren Fire Department, firefighters assisted with recovery efforts.
“The severe storm caused widespread devastation, bringing down thousands of trees and utility poles, which left numerous communities without power and blocked critical roadways,” the release states. “In response, Warren’s firefighters have joined the effort to support affected residents and restore essential services.”
The release states that firefighters joined the effort to clear trees and debris from the road; help crews access downed power lines; and assist in restoring electricity. Warren firefighters who took part include Capt. Hans Sievert, fire equipment operator Rick Breen, firefighter/paramedic Christopher Lipka, firefighter/paramedic Colvin Taylor and probationary firefighter/paramedic Anthony Bonnet.
“We are incredibly proud of our firefighters and their willingness to serve beyond our city limits,” Warren Fire Commissioner Wilburt “Skip” McAdams said in the release. “Their training, dedication, and professionalism are vital assets to the statewide recovery mission.”
CITIES HOST CLEANUP DAYS
WARREN/CENTER LINE — Want to spruce up your city? Warren and Center Line are offering opportunities for volunteers to assist with beautification efforts.
Warren will host its Earth Day Park Cleanup on April 26. This is the second year the event has taken place. The cleanup runs from 10 a.m. to noon. Those interested in lending a hand, can sign up at a link on the city’s Facebook page. For more information, call (586) 574-4520 or email mayor@cityofwarren.org.
Center Line’s cleanup day will be May 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is the 17th year the city has held the event. City Manager Dennis Champine said residents can take their unwanted junk, debris, furniture and appliances to the Center Line Department of Public works located at 6685 10 Mile Road. Champine said items not accepted include toxic liquids, paint, household chemicals, oil, propane tanks, fertilizers or other yard treatment sprays or chemicals.
While there is no organized cleanup effort, Champine encouraged residents to organize neighborhood efforts.
Warren native on active military service
NORFOLK, VIRGINIA — Petty Officer 1st Class Michael Elliott, a native of Warren, is serving the U.S. Navy and is currently assigned to Fleet Area Control and Surveillance Facility, Virginia Capes. The 2008 Romeo High School graduate joined the Navy 12 years ago and serves as an air traffic controller.
“I joined the Navy because I was in a dead-end job, and I saw what the Navy did for my dad, who served 22 years, and that’s what got me interested,” Elliott said in a prepared statement. “I actually picked the same aircraft carrier (USS Harry S. Truman) my father retired from (for) my first assignment, which is pretty neat. I learned early on from my father that attention to detail is essential, but I didn’t really utilize it until I joined the Navy. I also learned not to burn bridges, and these things have really helped me succeed in the Navy.”
Established in 1977, FACSFAC VACAPES maintains the scheduling, control and surveillance of military operating areas and training routes for the northeastern United States. The command now routinely oversees more than 112,000 miles of offshore air, surface and subsurface operating areas from Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island to Charleston, South Carolina.
FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS HIGHLIGHTS STUDENT ARTWORK
WARREN — Warren Consolidated Schools is hosting its annual Festival of the Arts April 21 through May 16 at the Warren Community Center, 5460 Arden Ave.
The show is open to the public and features approximately 400 pieces of artwork created by students in early childhood through 12th grade. District officials will host a special awards ceremony May 8 at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. for elementary students and at 7:30 p.m. for secondary students.
SCHOOL BOARD ACCEPTS SUPERINTENDENT’S RESIGNATION
WARREN — On April 5, Fitzgerald Public Schools Board of Education President Julia Yokel released a statement on Facebook announcing that Superintendent Hollie Stange resigned from the district April 4, and the school board accepted the resignation.
Yokel said the district “entered into a limited severance agreement to allow our school community to move forward.” Details of the severance agreement were not disclosed.
Retired Superintendent Laurie Fournier is serving as interim superintendent. The school board has plans to begin discussions about a search process for the district’s next superintendent.
Stange and Food Services Director Amanda Carroll were arrested Dec. 20, 2024, during separate traffic stops. Stange was charged with possession of marijuana on school grounds, a two-year felony; possession of a weapon in a weapon-free zone; and operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, both of which are 93-day misdemeanors.
Carroll was charged with possession of marijuana on school grounds; operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated second offense, a one-year misdemeanor; and operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated with an occupant less than 16 years old, a one-year misdemeanor. According to the Warren 37th District Court website, their next court hearings are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. June 18.
Chisolm
Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Mark Pena, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East
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“I really appreciate the award,” said Agnello, who attended the ceremony with his dad, brother and sister. “It’s pretty cool.”
Macomb Elks No. 2292 consists of 313 members who volunteer their time for charitable causes year-round, including those for children and military veterans. The group has two meetings per month.
Macomb Elks No. 2292 is part of Metro District No. 4200, which is part of the Michigan State Elks Association. All are under the umbrella of the national Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks.
“Our mission is rooted in charity, justice, brotherly love and fidelity,” Bartolotta said. “We may best be known for our charitable giving, but what truly sets the Elks apart is the heart behind the work. People from all walks of life come together to make a difference.”
The past year’s annual events for the lodge included an Easter egg hunt, a Halloween party, Trunk or Treat and the pumpkin patch at the Bovenschen School. Veteran activities included the annual Thumb Area Steelheaders’ Veterans Fishing Outing in June, regular donations to the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center, food and toy drives for the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter No. 154 and more.
“Americanism” is another component. Bartolotta said the club members also want to become more involved in drug awareness prevention programs for kids.
The club, located at 25950 Schoenherr Road, is always looking for new members. If interested, call the lodge at (586) 771-8550 or send an email to macomb2292@mielks.org.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
In Memory
of
Hilda Lee Blazo
AUGUST 16, 1933 - MARCH 29, 2025
Academic excellence to a tee
LOCAL STUDENTS RECEIVE CHICK EVANS SCHOLARSHIPS
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — Four Sterling Heights students are on their way to college after being awarded scholarships through the Western Golf Association’s Chick Evans Caddie scholarship program.
The Chick Evans Caddie scholarship program is a full, four-year housing and tuition college scholarship awarded to students who work as golf caddies and have earned their rewards. This year’s students were awarded scholarships Jan. 8 at the Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield Hills.
A total of 36 Michigan high school seniors have been awarded the Chick Evans scholarship, and four of them are from Sterling Heights: Olivia Allen, who attends Stevenson High School; Humam Hassoo, who attends Sterling Heights Senior High School; Thomas Jamil, who attends University of Detroit Jesuit High School; and Nathan Klein, who attends Cousino High School. Attempts to obtain a photo of Jamil were unsuccessful.
The scholarship recipients all have varied college plans. Allen, for instance, will attend Michigan State University. She plans to pursue a business-related major while exploring other options. She is a caddy at Lochmoor Club, located in Grosse Pointe Woods.
“When I first learned that I was named a scholarship recipient, I was absolutely thrilled and also relieved,” Allen said via email. “I had been really nervous waiting for the news, so it was an amazing feeling to open the letter and know that all of my hard work had paid off.”
A caddie’s responsibilities include assisting the members throughout their round of golf by managing their golf bags, providing yardage information, maintaining the pace of play, and building relationships with the members.
Evans was a top amateur golfer who
won both the U.S. Open and U.S. Amateur in 1916. The Western Golf Association, headquartered in Golf, Illinois, has supported the Chick Evans scholarship program through the Evans Scholars Foundation since 1930. Founded in 1899, the WGA conducts championships for professional and amateur golfers and promotes the use of caddies. The association was established by 11 Chicago-area golf clubs for the purpose of hosting tournaments.
Evans scholars are chosen based on their caddie record, academics, character and financial need. The scholarship is valued at more than $80,000 over four years. Selected students attend a university where the foundation owns and operates an Evans Scholarship House, including MSU and the University of Michigan.
Scholarship funds come primarily from contributions from 26,000 golfers nationwide, who are members of the Evans Scholars Par Club. Evans scholars alumni donate more than $8 million annually, and all proceeds from the BMW Championship, the third of four PGA Tour playoff events in the FedEx Cup competition, are donated to the Evans Scholars Foundation. Evans scholars are expected to achieve above a 3.0 GPA. The program average is a 3.25 GPA, and the absolute minimum to stay in good standing is a 2.5 GPA.
“These young leaders are remarkable students and caddies, and we look forward to watching their success in the classroom and beyond,” WGA Director and Michigan State Chair Mark Bond said in a prepared statement. “As we continue our youth caddie efforts throughout Michigan, we hope to introduce even more young people to this life-changing opportunity.”
For more information about the Western Golf Association and the Evans Scholars Foundation, visit wgaesf.org.
Call Staff Writer Maria Allard at (586) 498-1045.
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