Farmington Hills resident Coleen Redmond recently said that deer are “everywhere.”
The issue is set to be addressed again at a City Council meeting April 28.
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BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
FARMINGTON HILLS — Farmington Hills City Council members met for a study session March 24 to find solutions to reduce the deer population in the community.
The study session drew the attention of multiple residents, as it was standing room only inside City Council chambers.
Residents expressed concerns about the growing deer population, increased vehicle-deer collisions, the possibility of contracting Lyme disease, deer encroaching on their property, and plants and landscaping be-
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ing destroyed by the deer, causing expensive property damage.
During the study session it was reported that in 2023 there were nearly 288,000 vehicle-deer crashes in Michigan, including 2,100 in Oakland County. In Farmington Hills, there were 144 reported crashes involving deer in 2023 — an 18% increase over 2022.
Following the study session, residents and officials provided comments to the Press.
“The way the deer are dying now is cruel,” Farmington Hills resident Coleen Redmond said. “They are being hit by cars and left dying in agony. We had
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A wife and mother faces human trafficking charges
BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
OAKLAND COUNTY — At a press conference held in Pontiac March 12, Oakland County Prosecutor Karen D. McDonald announced the collaborative efforts between her office and local law enforcement agencies to make the public aware of human trafficking through “illicit” massage parlors.
McDonald was joined by Farmington Hills Police Department Chief John Piggott at the press conference.
“I want to start by letting trafficking victims know, we want you to come forward,” McDonald said. “You are not to blame (for) what’s been happening to you and my office and the Farmington Hills Police Department — our entire Human Trafficking Task Force — want to help you and want to keep you safe.”
The press conference followed a fourmonth investigation by the Farmington Hills Police Department Directed Patrol Unit, in collaboration with the Westland Police Department Special Investigations Unit and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Unit. The investigation resulted in the March 5 arrest of Zixuan Wan, 44, of Livonia, by the Farmington Hills Police Department.
Wan was arrested due to her alleged connection with human trafficking through a Farmington Hills massage parlor located in the area of 13 Mile and Orchard Lake roads, according to Piggott. The investigation began last November, days after members of the Farmington Hills Police Department Directed Patrol Unit attended an Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office training course on
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STATE TO INCREASE LOCAL WATER PROTECTIONS
BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com
OAKLAND COUNTY — The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has agreed to strengthen Oakland County’s discharge permit following months of pressure from lawmakers.
Lawmakers, specifically state Rep. Tom Kuhn, who has been a leader in this effort, has expressed concerns about the impact of untreated and partially treated sew-
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age on Macomb County waterways and Lake St. Clair’s water quality. The lawmakers last met with EGLE about this issue in September, with the department recently agreeing to schedule another meeting after multiple follow-up requests from Kuhn and other legislators.
According to a press release, in response to a letter dated from 10 “House lawmakers” Jan. 16, EGLE acknowledged the need for changes and outlined several proposed updates to Oakland County’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit,
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State of the County address cites programs for residents and local small businesses
BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
WEST BLOOMFIELD — Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter addressed nearly 650 people at the Berman Center for the Performing Arts in West Bloomfield March 19, where he acknowledged the accomplishments of the county and programs to move residents and businesses forward.
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West Bloomfield Township Supervisor Jonathan Warshay, a longtime friend of Coulter, acted as host for the evening.
“He (Coulter) created the mayor’s business council in 2012, helping to lead Ferndale to a period of increased business and economic growth. This was excellent preparation for his role as county executive,” Warshay said. “A strong business climate is vital for our county, and a strong Oakland County helps drive Michigan’s growth.”
“All ways, moving forward” has been a theme of Coulter’s administration. He marked the progress the county has made in a myriad of areas, including the prosperity of the county, transit, small business assistance, holistic health care, job training, medical and student loan debt relief, and affordable housing.
Oakland County’s prosperity
Coulter described Oakland County as Michigan’s economic engine with 22% of the state’s gross domestic product coming from the county. According to
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Aids For Two Weeks
Pictured is a portion of the Clinton River in Sterling Heights. The Clinton River Water Resource Recovery Facility is one of multiple facilities associated with the Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner that treats stormwater and sanitary sewage each day in the metro Detroit area.
Photo by Patricia O’Blenes
MICHIGAN LANDS DISC GOLF WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS IN 2026
MILFORD — The Professional Disc Golf Association has announced that the 2026 PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships will be held at Kensington Metropark Aug. 26-30, 2026.
In 2000, Discraft owner Jim Kenner created the Kensington Metropark Toboggan course for the World Championships event. Now, the event returns to the course for the first time in over a quarter century.
“It’s a very famous course,” PDGA President Nate Heinold said. “It’s one of the harder courses in the country. … It’s coming back full circle.”
World Championships, as the name suggests, is one of the biggest events in the sport every year. Courses have to submit bids on hosting the event years in advance, and after a rejected 2025 bid, the tournament will return to the legendary course next summer.
him, Oakland County has the lowest unemployment rate in the state.
Coulter also said that Oakland County has the highest per capita income in the state and ranks 14th nationally among counties with more than one million residents.
He described Oakland County as an international magnet for foreign investment, with 830 companies from 34 countries doing business in the county. According to him, the county’s AAA bond rating “signals to companies looking to invest in Oakland County that we’re best in class.”
When the county needs to make large investments, they ask the taxpayers to ensure the county’s actions reflect residents’ priorities, according to the county executive.
“They spoke clearly on wanting a countywide public transit system,” Coulter said.
Transit
In 2022, Oakland County voters approved a 10-year public transportation millage, with a 0.95 mill tax dedicated to maintaining and expanding public transit services throughout the county.
As a result, an on-demand bus service was created in every part of Oakland County, according to Coulter. That was is in conjunction with regular fixed-route services to job centers in Novi and Rochester Hills.
The new local service in Novi has increased ridership 76% since the millage passed, with the Veterans Ride Free program providing more than 7,000 rides in less than a year to those who have served in the military and their caregivers, according to Coulter.
Small business resources and development
If they can’t come to you, go to them. This was the impetus of Oakland Thrive. When the county executive took office, there was a “One Stop Shop” where small business owners could come to the county complex and receive information about business opportunities.
“Who has time for that? Not our business owners that often have small staff and limited time and resources,” Coulter said.
According to Coulter, about 400 people took advantage of “One Stop Shop” services each year. However, Oakland Thrive is a nonprofit that connects small businesses with the expertise and information they need for their business.
The program has grown from nine con-
sultants to 75 contractors that are experts in their respective fields. They provide aid to small businesses by providing information that can help create growth.
Oakland Thrive has connected with more than 15,000 small businesses in two years, according to Coulter.
Some of the services that Oakland Thrive has provided to small businesses include communications and marketing expertise, redesigning websites, and opportunities to network to help grow clientele.
Project DIAMOnD
Project DIAMOnD (Distributed, Independent, Agile Manufacturing On Demand) is a program that was launched in 2020 to help small businesses respond to the devastating effect that the COVID-19 pandemic had on their businesses.
The program distributed 3D printers to more than 300 manufacturers. Phase II of the initiative launched last summer.
“It is helping keep manufacturing production right here in Oakland County,” Coulter said.
During his address, he spoke about a conversation that he had with a quality assurance professional at a business that provides orthopedic services in Troy. That individual informed him that the 3D printer allows staff to easily modify the parts in the ankle joint as the person grows from a child to an elderly person.
Oakland Connects — holistic health care
Even though Oakland County is considered a prosperous community, there are still individuals that need help with securing health care, food, clothing, housing and employment.
At his address, Coulter discussed Oakland Connects, which takes a holistic approach to health.
“Their medical issues might be connected to housing or food insecurity or stress caused by financial hardships,” Coulter said. “Regardless of what door they enter for help — whether (it’s) our housing department or public health clinic or our veterans’ services department, one of the six members of our Oakland Connects community health care team can assess the situation and make sure they get all the help they need.”
Oakland Connects helps with a variety of issues that can affect one’s health, including getting help paying a utility bill, transportation, food, clothing, securing temporary housing, or a referral to the workforce development department to find employment.
Debt relief
“Oakland Thrive and Oakland Connects both make sure that public service is just that — service to the public,” Coulter said.
Job training and education
According to Coulter, Oakland 80 was created to ensure Oakland County businesses have a pipeline to skilled and talented workers.
The goal of Oakland 80 is to have 80% of Oakland County residents receive a postsecondary degree or credentials by 2030. Aside from college, that can also consist of training or an apprenticeship program.
Three years ago, 61% of Oakland County residents had post-secondary credentials. Coulter anticipates it will be more than 70% when the annual report comes out later this year.
Oakland 80 is now in high schools to help teens navigate their career path. The program assists with college and financial aid applications, campus tours, registering for classes and apprenticeships.
Debt can financially crush people, particularly unexpected medical debt.
“In Oakland County, we’ve decided to protect 80,000 residents from that fate,” Coulter said.
The county has partnered with Undue Medical Debt, which buys the medical debt for pennies on the dollar, he explained. The first group of 14,000 residents received a letter in December wiping out more than $9 million in medical debt.
This allows people to rehabilitate their credit scores, buy a house, buy a car, or save for their children’s education.
In addition, programs have been implemented that reduce student loan debt and reduce infant and maternal mortality.
The county has invested in a housing trust fund and a land bank to produce affordable housing, with affordable housing under construction for those with intellectual disabilities and seniors.
Another perspective
Oakland County Board of Commissioners member Marcia Gershenson shared some thoughts about the address.
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(on) having programs that benefit the people we represent, and those would be Oakland 80 (and) project DIAMOnD. In addition the medical relief and the student loan relief, each of them impacting over 14,000
residents separately,” Gershenson said. “We work very closely with the administration and we’re on the same page.”
Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 498-1069.
Softball Size Tumors Silently Grew
Dr. Ringold discovered he had stage four cancer with tumors as large as softballs silently growing inside his body after experiencing shortness of breath. His treatment was brutal. He su ered cruel side e ects. After his cancer went into remission, it returned a year later as a brain tumor. Dr. Ringold believed there had to be a better way. He envisioned a future where individuals could take control of their
A Father’s Legacy, A Son’s Mission: Full Body MRI Scans Without a Doctor’s Referral
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health and detect potential problems before they escalated. In his nal days, Dr. Ringold passionately advocated for MRI full body screenings, a proactive approach he believed could empower individuals to take control of their health.
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Ryan Monn poses with the Amateur Nationals trophy after winning the event last year at Kensington Metropark. Some of the biggest events in disc golf are scheduled to take place in Michigan over the next 12 months.
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“I love the course. I love the elevation,” said Paige Shue, of North Carolina, who won the PDGA World Championships in 2018. “It really challenges players in a fun and unique way. It’s beautiful on top of that — the whole park in general.”
Shue won her tournament in 2018 in Vermont. Next year, she’ll be at the World Championships and will see the Toboggan course host the event for the first time in her playing career.
“I’ve been playing there for many, many years and it’s always a great time,” Shue said. “There’s always stuff to do outside of the course too. … It’s definitely one of my favorite (places) on tour and I know a lot of other players feel the same way too.”
The 2026 World Championships highlight a 12-month stretch where some of the biggest events in disc golf will be in Michigan. The National Amateur Disc Golf Championship will be held at Kensington Metropark from June 6-8 this year, followed by the Discraft Great Lakes Open, which is set to take place Sept. 4-7, also at the legendary course.
“(The Great Lakes Open) is going on 43 years now. That’s a tour event on the disc golf pro tour,” Heinold explained. “(The National Amateur Disc Golf Championship) has been at Kensington Metropark for more than 10 years. … It’s a cool thing for the amateurs to get to play at the same course that the top professionals play.”
Last year, Ryan Monn, of South Carolina, won the National Amateur Disc Golf
Championship at Kensington Metropark and has since turned into a pro disc golfer.
“I was able to (win the tournament) by one stroke,” Monn said. “It’s a lot of fun. (It’s) very fun throwing up those hills.”
Monn is sponsored by Discraft, which is the biggest company in disc golf and is also headquartered in Michigan. The culture of the sport runs deep throughout the state.
“I like all of the golf in Michigan,” Monn said. “It feels like a home away from home. It just feels like a family with Discraft and Michigan as a whole.”
The fact that Michigan is playing host to some of the largest events the sport has to offer is intentional by the association. The “Great Disc State,” as the PDGA calls it, is widely considered to be one of the biggest disc golf hotbeds in the country.
“You have two of the biggest companies in disc golf (Discraft and MVP Disc Sports) headquartered in Michigan,” Heinold said. “Per capita there are more disc golf courses in Michigan than any other state and per capita more disc golfers. … Michigan has had a lot of (people) who have led the sport.”
The impact that disc golf has had and will continue to have on the community can’t be understated. It’s one of the fastestgrowing sports in the world, and Michigan is arguably at the center of it all.
“The economic impact (on the community) will most likely be over $5 million and we’ll have 15,000 people here for the event,” Heinold explained. “Tens of thousands (will be) watching online through the Disc Golf Network. All of that will give a permanent rubber stamp on southeast Michigan.”
For more information on events, go to PDGA.com.
We Are Called By Christ To Be A Sanctuary That Welcomes And Serves All.
Palm Sunday, April 13
• Worship Service @ 10:00 am with Rev. Dr. Mark Fisher, Pastor
• Holy Week Cantata @ 4:00 pm All are invited to this presentation of “A Journey to Hope - A Cantata Inspired by Spirituals” by Joseph Martin. The music will be presented by a mass choir from St. John, Emmanuel, Hope and Celebration Lutheran churches accompanied by an orchestra.
Maundy Thursday, April 17
• Worship Service @ 6:00 pm with Rev. Dr. Mark Fisher, Pastor
Good Friday, April 18
• Worship Service at 6:00 pm with Rev. Dr. Mark Fisher, Pastor
Easter Sunday, April 20
• Easter Egg Hunt @ 9:15 am
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NEWS & NOTES
Local business donates prom dresses
FARMINGTON HILLS — According to a press release from Elite Bridal Donate-A-Gown USA Int’l, “Our mission is to create hope and joy through the simple yet meaningful act of donating Prom, Homecoming, Bridal Gowns & Special Occasion Gowns to those in need or experiencing a financial challenge. Founded on the principles of compassion, community, and sustainability, we strive to make dreams come true while supporting various charitable causes.”
According to the release, Elite Bridal transforms “beautiful dresses into cherished gifts.” Elite Bridal is located at 32413 Northwestern Highway in Farmington Hills. For more information, send an email to elitebridal42024@gmail.com or call (248) 275-2629.
YARD WASTE COLLECTIONS RESUME APRIL 7
FARMINGTON HILLS — Flower planting is just around the corner. To help clear up the yard, the city of Farmington Hills announced that yard waste collection services resume the week of April 7 – 11.
This marks the beginning of the eagerly anticipated spring cleanup season, providing residents with convenient curbside pickup to tidy up their yards and prepare for beautiful flower plantings.
According to the city, residents should place yard waste at the curbside using brown paper yard waste bags or 35-gallon trash cans with yard waste stickers on both sides. The stickers are available free of charge at Farmington Hills City Hall or the Department of Public Works. For more information, call (248) 871-2850.
Local charity expands weekend meals program
METRO DETROIT — Blessings in a Backpack and Higher Hopes!, a Michigan-based charitable organization, have expanded their partnership to provide weekend meals for Head Start students in Detroit by doubling the number of students they serve. The collaboration began in 2024 with 500 students. The program now provides meals for 1,002 students. Every Friday, 1,002 students at United Children and Family Head Start, Starfish Family Services, MiSide, and Focus: HOPE Head Start, receive prepacks of nutritious food to ensure they have access to food over the weekend.
Through the initiative, Blessings in a Backpack and Higher Hopes! aim to stop weekend hunger and provide vital nutrition for food-insecure children.
“By doubling the number of students we serve, we can make an even greater impact on the lives of children who rely on us for nutrition outside of the school week. Together, we are ensuring these young learners have the nourishment they need to thrive in and out of the classroom,” Erin Kerr, the CEO of Blessings in a Backpack, stated via a press release. “It’s an amazing program as only $175 will provide one student with weekend food throughout the entire school year,” Bill Birndorf, the founder of Higher Hopes!, stated via the release. For more information, visit higherhopesdetroit.org or email Birndorf at voluteer@higherhopesdetroit.org.
Farmington Hills’ finest visit schools to read to children
FARMINGTON HILLS — Farmington Hills Police Department officers and Farmington Hills Fire Department firefighters and paramedics went to various schools to read to students as part of National Reading Month in March. Kevin Clark, who is a school liaison officer and a detective, read to a captivated class at Lanigan Elementary School March 5 and March 6.
Volunteer sewers needed to make ‘Memory Bears’
BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — Hospice of Michigan is looking for compassionate volunteers in Macomb and Oakland counties to create “Memory Bears” to comfort bereaved family members coping with the loss of a loved one.
Memory Bears are teddy bears about 8 inches tall. According to Hospice of Michigan, the teddy bears allow grieving families to capture and preserve aspects of their loved ones as a personal memento.
Families are encouraged to bring clothing of a loved one for sewers to use in creating a commemorative teddy bear, according to Hospice of Michigan’s website.
Pattie Huttenga started sharing her sewing skills with Hospice of Michigan in 2014 after her son was in hospice. The Memory Bears program was started the same year.
“For my son, Hospice (of Michigan) was here for the last two weeks of his life and they were so helpful. You just don’t know what to expect,” Huttenga said. “They were just there for whatever we needed. …When I saw they needed help, I had to give back.”
According to Tracey Pierce, the associate vice president of communications at Hospice of Michigan, before she donated the clothes of her loved ones she remembered that some items could be used for the Memory Bears program as a special keepsake.
“2021 was not the best (year). We lost three parents in my family within the year,” Pierce said. “As we were cleaning out their clothing, I was getting ready to donate them and I went into the office one day and saw an email that reminded me of ‘Memory Bears.’ It was a revelation.”
Each Hospice of Michigan patient’s family is eligible to receive one uniquely designed teddy bear as a memento.
Hospice of Michigan is looking for volunteer sewers to help make “Memory Bears,” which are teddy bears that can help comfort families who have lost a loved one. The teddy bears are approximately 8 inches tall and can reflect the style of a loved one who has died.
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Trafficking
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detecting and combating human trafficking. As a result of the training, the unit became aware of an unlicensed massage business that was allegedly offering illicit services and operating within the city, according to a press release from the city of Farmington Hills.
Simultaneously, investigations were conducted in Westland, Commerce Township and other municipalities where Wan has massage parlor businesses.
The investigation revealed that four Chinese women were found living in what was described as appalling conditions in the massage parlors, according to McDonald. The women did not speak English, but were given interpreters, according to Piggott.
The alleged victims had no medical care. They were promised work but made little or no money, according to McDonald.
“Trafficking victims don’t have the ability to consent. It is not a victimless crime,” McDonald said.
She added that the customers will also be prosecuted. The women working in the massage parlors were taken to Common Ground and CARE House of Oakland County for victim services.
Search warrants were executed by both the Farmington Hills Police Department and the Westland Police Department, according to the release from the city of Farmington Hills.
Firearms and approximately $140,000 in cash were seized. According to Piggott, it is a large-scale ongoing investigation and more charges are expected soon.
“The successful outcome of this investigation is the result of the strong partnerships that the Farmington Hills Police Department maintains with agencies throughout Oakland County and beyond,” Piggott said. “These skills directly lead to law enforcement intervention rescuing these vulnerable women from further exploitation.”
Wan was arraigned in 47th District Court March 7 and charged with two counts of human trafficking and and one count of keeping a house of prostitution.
A not guilty plea was entered on her behalf. Bond was set by Magistrate Michael Sawicky at $100,000.
The conditions of the bond include that Wan must wear a GPS tether and surrender her passport. Wan is currently out on bond, according to her attorney, Bradley J. Friedman.
“My client has no criminal history. She is a wife, she’s a mother. I haven’t seen the evidence against her, but at this point, we deny all charges,” Friedman said. “I feel at the end of this my client will be fully vindicated.”
According to Friedman, Wan has been a “good citizen.”
“These charges are a major surprise to the family,” Friedman said.
An in-person exam hearing was scheduled for March 28.
Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 498-1069.
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“In times of loss, having a physical reminder of a loved one can be profoundly comforting,” said Ruth Moore-Lilly, a volunteer program manager for Hospice of Michigan. “By volunteering as a ‘Memory Bear’ sewer, you can make a lasting impact on grieving families by creating a cherished treasure that offers a source of peace through your craftsmanship.”
The program was launched in 2014 by the not-for-profit’s grief support services department to help bereaved families capture and preserve aspects of their loved ones through oneof-a-kind stuffed animals.
As the initiative continues to gain popularity among grieving families, additional volunteers are needed to meet sewing demands. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcomed as long as they can make the bears.
Interested volunteers need to provide their own sewing machine to participate.
For those who have experienced a loss, Hospice of Michigan encourages a waiting period of one year before becoming a hospice volunteer, “to allow for the processing of grief.”
Those in Oakland County who are interested in donating time to the program should contact Cynthia Palmer at cpalmer@hom.org or (248) 334-1323. For Macomb County residents, contact Amanda Layne at alayne@hom.org or (248) 568-7564.
Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 498-1069.
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a situation in the spring where a deer was hit by a car and made its way into someone’s backyard and the police had to come out and put that poor animal down.”
According to Redmond, deer are on her property constantly.
Alan Redmond has also taken notice of the deer.
“It’s a herd,” he said.
The Redmonds have lived in Farmington Hills for approximately 10 years and have had issues with deer since moving to the community.
According to Coleen Redmond, the deer have been in their front yard, their back yard, on their patio, and in their driveway.
“They are everywhere,” she said. “We spent about $8,000 this summer, just replacing the shrubbery in our front yard.”
She noted that the deer are not afraid of humans.
Although the Redmonds don’t have any pets, according to Coleen Redmond, a buck used its antlers to toss a dog that is owned by someone who resides in their community.
“They almost lost their pet,” Coleen Redmond said.
Bryan Farmer, the deputy director of Farmington Hills’ special services department, shared one of the options that has been discussed to control the deer population.
“The combination of hunting and a cull is what we proposed — highly-organized hunts,” Farmer said. “They are really going to be in specific locations.”
Farmer said the hunts “will be regulated.”
According to Farmer, organized hunts are when officials know who is hunting and how many people are hunting. In addition, hunters will go through a shooting test for bows or crossbows.
Councilwoman Valerie Knol said that residents have inquired about non-lethal means of reducing the deer population.
Chad Fedewa, a wildlife biologist for the Michigan Department of Natural resources, shared one of the options that has been discussed.
“Sterilization and birth control aren’t effective,” Fedewa said.
Part of Fedewa’s rationale is that deer are designed to procreate.
Transporting deer to another location would not work either, according to Fedewa. From his perspective, it would only further increase the deer population in the area in which they are transported.
Using plants and sprays that deer are
Chad Fedewa, left, a wildlife biologist at the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and Bryan Farmer, the deputy director for special services for the city of Farmington Hills, gave a presentation about urban deer management at a study session before Farmington Hills City Council members and multiple residents at Farmington Hills City Hall March 24.
adverse to also does not work, according to Farmer.
“Our residents have tried it all,” Farmer said.
According to Farmer, plants and sprays don’t reduce the deer population. They eventually eat the plants because they are hungry, and if they are adverse to a plant or spray, it is eventually eliminated from their body.
Farmer and Fedewa are in agreement that the only way to reduce the deer population is through lethal means.
“There’s not many predators of deer on the landscape in southern Michigan, so the only way to manage those populations is through legal regulated hunting,” Fedewa said.
Those who would like an immediate solution are likely to be disappointed.
According to Fedewa, even if a cull and legalized hunting is approved, it may take years to notice a difference in the deer population.
A draft of a resolution that was presented at the study session included options such as organized hunts, beginning in 2027, a temporary suspension of firearm ordinances during culls and regulated hunts, a deer management report that is provided to the mayor and City Council members on an annual basis, and a deer management review every five years, as part of a parks and recreation master plan.
Although no votes were taken at the study session, the issue will be voted on at a City Council meeting that is set to take place at 7:30 p.m. April 28 on the second floor of The Hawk.
Call Staff Writer Gena Johnson at (586) 498-1069.
In Memory of
Frances Rubello
Frances Rubello, age 93, passed away on March 13, 2025. She was born on February 3, 1932 in Detroit, Michigan to her late parents Joseph and Fulemena Leone. Frances was preceded in death by her husband Joseph S. Rubello. She is survived by her loving children: Geraldine (Ted) Gillespie, Florence (John) Misuraca, David (Greta) Rubello; loving grandchildren: Nicholas (Rosie) Rubello, Adriano (Pamela) Rubello, Sasha Rubello; and siblings: Vincent “Jimmy” (Terry) Leone, Joseph JoAnn) Leone, the late Russell (Frances) Leone, and the late Benedict (Deanna) Leone.
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CROSSCOUNTRY TRAVELS RECOGNIZE BOY SCOUT MILESTONE ANNIVERSARY
BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com
METRO DETROIT — When the Boy Scouts of America celebrated its 100year anniversary in 2010, a group of scout leaders from southeast Michigan found a way to commemorate the milestone.
Over a year’s time, the volunteers traveled the U.S. in a 32-foot recreational vehicle donated by All American Homes/Coachmen. During their journey, the scouters — adult leaders in the organization — visited Boy Scouts councils in each state to which they ventured.
The Boy Scouts of America website, scouting.org, states there are 248 councils. The group traveling the country consisted of 16 teams with four to six members in each team. They took turns on the route, which they called “A Century of Values.” It was quite the adventure.
“The volunteers are still talking about it 15 years later,” said Frank Mallon, a traveler and trip adviser.
Because the organization began Feb. 8, 1910, the scouters traveled from Feb. 8, 2009, through Feb. 8, 2010, promoting the history and accomplishments of the Boy Scouts of America. The first group of travelers kicked off the trek from Mallon’s hometown of Laingsburg, Michigan.
“Because it was winter, we headed south towards Texas,” said
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LEFT: Along the way, one of the teams visited the Gateway Arch in St. Louis.
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GoFundMe page has been created
are being sold to help fund repairs to the motor home.
BELOW: During the “A Century of Values” journey to commemorate 100 years of the Boy Scouts of America in 2010, one of the stops was the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C.
Photos provided by Frank Mallon
which governs compliance under the Clean Water Act. The department also agreed to an in-person meeting with GOP lawmakers on Feb. 13 to discuss their concerns.
In a letter dated Feb. 5, Phil Roos, the director of EGLE, acknowledged Kuhn’s concerns.
“The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy shares your overall concerns about improving water quality because of this discharge and other discharges to the Red Run Drain,” Roos stated.
Kuhn has advocated for clean water since the 1990s, when he served as a Royal Oak city commissioner.
“Lawmakers in Oakland and Macomb Counties, whose districts are in the watershed, believe we shouldn’t be dumping in the watershed,” Kuhn said in a press release. “This is significant progress for our area’s environment.”
Key changes to Oakland County’s discharge permit include stronger water treatment measures, expanded infrastructure requirements, a hydrogeology study and flood control measures, future permit modifications, and regional water control plan compliance.
Stronger water treatment measures
Oakland County must dechlorinate treated water before discharging it from the retention basin. This will become an enforceable permit condition after an 18-month feasibility study to determine compliance strategies.
Expanded infrastructure requirements
The county must evaluate additional gray infrastructure projects, such as sewer separation efforts and expanded in-system water storage.
Hydrogeology study and flood control measures
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will conduct a hydrogeology study to analyze downstream flow, flooding risks, and soil erosion. The study may lead to additional stormwater reduction and control efforts, particularly to prevent sewage backups in basements.
Future permit modifications
EGLE will have the authority to update
the permit based on findings from the Army Corps of Engineers study.
Regional water control plan compliance
Oakland County must comply with a regional water control plan developed by the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) and approved by EGLE.
Oakland County Water Resources
Commissioner Jim Nash noted that with these changes, his department has been asked to look into controlling the amount of chlorine that gets out of water resource facilities during the process.
“We are going to do a study to see if there’s any problem,” Nash said. “It’s called residual chlorine.That means there’s more chlorine in the water when it leaves the facility than there should be.”
Nash added that, “We’ve not seen anything that shows it.”
“If there is a problem, we will use the data to change our operations,” Nash said. “If not, we’ll just continue operating the way we are. So, basically when there’s a concern around chlorine, that means there’s a potential we might be treating the water too much rather than not enough. So, it conflicts with the idea that we’re not treating this stuff enough if we’re using too much chlorine because chlorine is what disinfects it.”
Nash said they would also be open to doing a study on potential infrastructure projects, although in 2024 more space was added for a storage tank under I-75.
“The Department of Transportation built a storage tank under I-75 … and that’ll hold 25 million gallons of stormwater that normally would’ve gone into the George W. Kuhn,” Nash said. “So, that new storage brings our total storage at that facility up to 149 million gallons. It’s the biggest in the state.”
On top of that, the county is also starting its second year of a green infrastructure program.
“What green infrastructure does is it puts plants and other things like rain barrels off of a gutter from a house, so the gutter water that would normally go into the nearest storm drain would instead go into rain barrels or a rain garden,” Nash said. “We’re building storage on the surface in that area so it doesn’t go immediately into the George W Kuhn. So, that’s another part of what the permit is asking us to improve.”
Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
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Mallon, who said it took five days to get there. “It was an amazing trip.”
Mallon, of Novi, said each group spent anywhere from two to five weeks on the road at a time, and about 140 scouters made the trip overall. Teams No. 2 and No. 3, for instance, traveled toward Florida and northward toward the East Coast. When it was Team No. 10’s turn, the group drove to Washington state and parts of the Northwest.
Along the way, the scouters participated in local parades, council camporees and other events. The final stop was on Feb. 8, 2010, in Irving, Texas, to celebrate the organization’s 100-year anniversary at the National Scouting Museum.
“There were four bunks and it could sleep up to seven people. We got up at 6 a.m. and didn’t go to bed until midnight,” Mallon said. “Our plan was to visit two councils per day. There are a lot more councils in the East.”
Sometimes the group would sleep in the parking lot of a council’s building.
“We could use the office for whatever we needed,” Mallon said.
When the southeast Michigan convoy met up with the other councils, sometimes there would be 10 people in town waiting for them or sometimes 100 “when we pulled in,” Mallon said. In recognition of the anniversary, many times the group was interviewed on local television and radio stations.
The southeast Michigan members presented each council with a centennial mural to display, made by Eagle Scout Bill Morrison, an artist who is best known for his work involving “The Simpsons” and “Futurama” television shows. The 24-inch by 36-inch historic artwork features a number of photos that depict the Boy Scouts history. There are photos of famous Scouts, the first National Jamboree in Washington, D.C., in 1937, the 50th anniversary commemorative stamp, different merit badges and more. Morrison also decorated the RV’s exterior.
The caravan visited or camped at 71 Boy
The southeast Michigan members presented each council with a centennial mural to display. The mural was made by Eagle Scout Bill Morrison, an artist who is best known for his work with “The Simpsons” and “Futurama” franchises.
Scouts camps, and at 74 KOA campgrounds. While the goal was to visit councils across the country, the group also found time to sightsee. The itinerary included the International UFO Museum in Roswell, New Mexico; the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas; Niagara Falls; Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri; Yosemite National Park; the Atlantic and Pacific oceans; Snake River Canyon in Idaho; and many more landmarks.
There was a lot of work involved with the trip, but the volunteers also found time to visit with relatives while out of state.
“We often stayed at their homes,” Mallon said.
Dave Busse, of Troop No. 1478 out of St. Anne Catholic School in Warren, was among the team leaders who made the “A Century of Values” trip. For two weeks, he traveled to San Jose, California; Los Angeles and Las Vegas with his wife, Kathy; Chuck Prohaska; and Mark and Michelle Hodges.
“It was fun but there were some challenges,” said Busse, of Warren. “It was a great treat for us. The Scouting values were always there.”
One thing he learned when meeting the different councils was that “we all have the same challenges recruiting young people and finding ways to raise money for the program.”
When the entire group reached the end of the excursion, the motor home had traveled 49,000 miles. According to a book Mallon wrote on the experience, he said that there were an additional 8,000 miles logged known as “victory laps” around the state of Michigan.
Currently, the motor home is in need of repairs. A GoFundMe page has been established to raise the $25,000 needed for the updates. Mallon would like to fix up the vehicle so that Scouting groups can rent it out for parades, campouts or other activities during June, July and August. A two-week notice would be required. A staff member will provide a designated driver for all events.
To make a donation, visit gofundme. com/f/back-on-the-road-again-2025. For more information on “A Century of Values,” contact Frank Mallon at (248) 348-5189 or foxtrot@mi.rr.com.
Macular Degeneration and Maintaining Independence
Q.My father has Macular Degeneration and his eyesight, kindness and desire to be around us are fading. How do I keep him from withdrawing from us and help him maintain his independence?
A.It is common for those with great vision loss or declining vision to begin isolating themselves. Known environments, like at home, are easier to navigate for your father than new ones. Experience tells him that trusting his own judgment in new environments is too risky; he can fall, not recognize faces or have trouble navigating a sidewalk. What I have found to be most effective for tasks, from reading to driving, are eyeglass mounted (hands-free), customized telescopes and microscopes called low vision devices. I work with patients to use the prescribed devices to do the tasks they wish to do, like watching T.V. or seeing a play. Most importantly, it sounds like your father is blessed with a loving family who wants him to enjoy life, and you are not alone in trying to best care for a parent. Call me to learn more or to schedule a low vision evaluation.
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APRIL 4
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APRIL 5
Comedy show: Features headliner Bob Phillips with Steve Smargon and host Mark Boyd, intended for ages 18 and older, 8 p.m. (beer and wine served at 7 p.m.), The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, thehawktheatre.com
APRIL 6
‘Northern Lights: Music for Strings and Piano’: Hear violinist Sibbi Bernhardsson and cellist Dmitry Kouzov with Chamber Soloists of Detroit pianist Pauline Martin, 2 p.m., The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, chambersoloistsde troit.org/music-for-strings-and-piano
APRIL 10
Detroit Sound Conservancy presents Ian Fink: Hear local jazz musician, 7-9:30 p.m., The HawkFarmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, thehawktheatre.com
APRIL 11
Costick Casino Party: For ages 50 and older, includes lunch followed by blackjack, roulette and poker, exchange winnings for raffle tickets to win prizes, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Costick Activities Center, 28600 11 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, register at buff.ly/Uss32sx by April 3 (no walk-ins), facebook. com/fhspecialservices
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Abba tribute: Performance by Abbacadabra, beer and wine available, also babysitting for ages 3-11, 8-10:30 p.m., The Hawk - Farmington Hills Community Center, 29995 W. 12 Mile Road, thehawktheatre.com
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APRIL 17
‘Chasing the Aurora: Beyond the 45th Parallel’: Hear from author and Michigan Aurora Chasers founder Melissa Kaelin about how to view Northern Lights, 7-8:30 p.m., Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, registration preferred, (248) 553-0300, farmlib.org
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past, 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays April 25-May 11, The Inspired Acting Company, 1124 E. West Maple Drive in Walled Lake, (248) 863-9953, inspiredacting.org
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Grief and loss support group: 4:30-5:45 p.m. every second Tuesday of month through April, Adat Shalom Synagogue, 29901 Middlebelt Road in Farmington Hills, jfsdetroit.org/upcoming
Senior Social Hour: For adults 60 and older and caregivers, includes crafts, music, games, puzzles, coffee and light refreshments, 10:30 a.m.-noon every fourth Friday of month, Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, registration preferred, (248) 553-0300, farmlib.org
Thursday Afternoon Club: STEM projects, healthy activities and more, for kids in grades 3-5, 4 p.m. every week until April 24, Farmington Community Library, 32737 W. 12 Mile Road in Farmington Hills, free but register at farmlib.org
Beloved husband of Elaine. Loving father of Dan (Lauren), Jim (Megan) and Michael (Shelbey). Proud grandfather of Alexandra, Vinny, Natalie, Lillian and Huxley. Dear brother of Sally (Joe) Myers-Brown, Susan and James. Loving son of the late Don and the late Tish. Christopher earned a bachelor's degree in Agronomy at Michigan State University. Chris is German and Welsh by heritage however, he is proudly Sicilian by marriage. Visitation and funeral service was held on March 22nd at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons Funeral Home. Entombment Resurrection Cemetery. Donations may be made to a Favorite Charity in Christopher’s name. Please share memories with the family at their online guestbook@WujekCalcaterra.com.
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Driver crashes into rear of pickup truck
FARMINGTON — At approximately 7:50 p.m. March 15, officers were dispatched to the area of Grand River Avenue and Power Road after a GMC Terrain crashed into the rear of a Ford F-150 pickup truck at a stop light.
The driver of the Terrain, a 29-year-old male, had to be extricated from the vehicle, with injuries to his legs and arms. The driver stated he blacked out and could not recall the accident, according to a report from the Farmington Public Safety Department.
The driver was transported to a local hospital.
Police obtained a search warrant for the driver’s blood, which was drawn at the hospital. The driver was advised that detectives would contact him, pending his blood results.
Criminal charges for operating under the influence of drugs are pending the blood test results.
Driver arrested after failing preliminary breath test
FARMINGTON — At approximately 11:54 p.m. March 12, an officer stopped a vehicle near Grand River Avenue and Drake Road due to improper lane use and an expired license plate.
The officer detected an odor of intoxicants from inside of the vehicle. According to a report from the Farmington Public Safety Department, the driver, 29, admitted to having a few alcoholic drinks.
The officer gave the driver a preliminary breath test, which according to the report, the driver failed with a 0.179 score. The driver was arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
The driver submitted to another breath test at the station and held until sober. The driver was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated and high blood alcohol concentration.
Officers dispatched after gas leak is reported
FARMINGTON — At approximately 10:06 a.m. March 10, officers were dispatched to the area of Sherwood and Shaw for a reported gas leak.
According to a report from the Farmington Public Safety Department, once on the scene, officers learned that a fiber optic company had struck the gas line.
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