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Council approves rezoning request for Northland Enclave project

BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com

TROY — At its meeting Aug. 11, the Troy City Council unanimously approved a request to rezone an 8.22-acre site around Corporate Drive, changing it from an office district to a community business district and a multifamily district.

The change was made to accommodate the proposed Northland Enclave project — a series of townhouses with nearby shopping.

TROY CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING FOR NEW HEALTH CARE CENTER

BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com

TROY — Members of the Troy community and officials from the University of Michigan celebrated a groundbreaking Aug. 6 for a new health care center.

Named the Frances and Kenneth Eisenberg Troy Center for Specialty Care, the center will be a four-story building spanning 224,000 square feet, located on a portion

of the property at 3100 W. Big Beaver Road, previously a Kmart headquarters.

The new $250 million facility will provide metal health services, reproductive medicine services, musculoskeletal services, cancer treatment services, outpatient surgery and procedures, laboratory and pathology services, pharmacy services, diagnostic resources and more.

Previously, the 40-acre property had been vacant since

Photo by Erin Sanchez

Officials gathered Aug. 6 at the site of the former Kmart headquarters on West Big Beaver Road in Troy to celebrate the groundbreaking for a new health care facility operated by the University of Michigan.

Photo by Erin Sanchez

Star Lincoln has proudly supported Southﬁeld’s Kids Kicking Cancer events since 2022. Today known as MATIO (Martial Arts Therapy. Inside & Out.) in turn has served children facing serious illness in Metro Detroit for over 25 years and has since expanded to multiple states across the country.

Star will celebrate this ongoing support by sponsoring the upcoming beneﬁt event on Monday, September 8 held at 4000 Clubgate Dr., Bloomﬁeld Hills, MI 48302. There is still time to register to golf, provide a gift of support or volunteer for the event. Visit: heroescircle. org/golf to learn more. The 9/8/25 event will feature 18 holes of golf, breakfast, lunch, networking, a strolling dinner and a live demonstration by participating students.

The generosity of the community helps MATIO bring power, peace and purpose, while also easing pain, reducing stress and restoring resilience in the most challenging moments of a critically-ill child’s life. Kristen Cometto-Russ, CEO of MATIO, explained the philosophy of the rewarding program.

Our Martial Arts Instructors are deployed throughout S.E. Michigan to hospitals and clinical settings.”, Cometto-Russ explained. “Additionally, we o er outpatient programming in our o ce, twice a week in the evenings to accommodate a child’s busy schedule.”

The core components of these visits are done bedside, in tandem, with medical professionals to supplement a child’s care plan. “MATIO o ers a non-pharmacological, evidence-based, therapeutic Method where we have our Martial Arts instructors work with clinically-ill children ranging from ages 3-20.”, Cometto- Russ continued. “Through martial arts’ teaching, visualization, breath work and safe-movement, we work together to build resilience, teach empowerment, achieve and provide a supportive, like-minded community.”

The professional sta at Star Lincoln ﬁnds supporting MATIO equally rewarding. Brendt Henry, General Manager, has spearheaded their support of this cause for the last 3 years.

“On behalf of the McInerney Family and my sta at Star Lincoln, we truly appreciate the opportunity to sponsor Kids Kicking Cancer events. It makes a huge, huge di erence for us and obviously for everybody involved” said Henry.

Tom Brown, General Sales Manager, echoes Henry’s enthusiasm with equal pride at being a major sponsor. “There are kids out there that are ﬁghting for their lives and can use all the help they can get. We are doing all we can to help get these kids healthy again.”

Patrick Leonhard, New Car Sales Manager, has also been instrumental in the Star tradition of serving others. “Its a great thing to give back to the community for sure, especially for children.” Leonhard concluded.

Ryan McInerney, Executive Manager, loves the way that MATIO aligns with Star’s focus on health and wellness. “Our community invests in us. This is our way of investing back. Collaboration fuels change. Let’s change together. See you Monday, 9/8/25.”, McInerney said.

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MATIO serves clinically-ill children

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Troy Traffic Jam brings out auto enthusiasts

BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com

TROY — Community members enjoyed a wealth of rides at the Troy Traffic Jam car show Aug. 3, held at the corner of Big Beaver and Livernois roads.

This was the event’s 17th year. More than 200 eye-catching cars were featured.

While admission to the event was free, proceeds from sponsors benefitted programming at Troy Historic Village. The main sponsor this year was KIRCO.

“The support we have from the automotive community makes the Traffic Jam a special show for me,” said Alan Kiriluk, planning team co-chair and KIRCO chairman, in a statement. “Each year, some of the best cars (and car owners) come together to showcase their prized vehicles. We are delighted to support the Troy Historic Village because we know we’re helping to provide hands-on learn-

Police investigate auto theft situation

BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com

TROY — The Troy Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit has made two arrests in connection with an ongoing auto theft investigation. The arrests were made with the help of the Macomb County Auto Theft Unit.

At about 3 p.m. Aug. 5, investigators followed three suspects to a car dealership around Maple and Crooks roads. They arrested Jayvon Anthony Williams and Lemuel Neely without incident for their alleged involvement in the theft.

A third suspect was able to flee the scene in a stolen vehicle. In the process, two police vehicles were

Inclusive play area planned for Boulan Park

DOGGIE SPLASH

BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com

TROY — The Troy City Council unanimously approved a $250,000 grant agreement with Oakland County Parks Aug. 11, part of plans for an inclusive play area at Boulan Park.

The park is located at 3671 Crooks Road. According to Troy’s website, the park currently features three ball diamonds, eight lighted tennis courts, five soccer fields, two volleyball courts, two barrier-free play structures, and a 1.25-mile paved walking path, as well as two picnic shelters, restrooms and a concession stand, with parking for 451 vehicles.

File photo by Patricia O’Blenes Funding is in place for the installation of a new inclusive playscape at Boulan Park in Troy.

See PLAY AREA on page 7A

A Chevrolet Camaro Z/28, owned by Brandon Cloutier, was among the rides on display at the 2025 Troy Traffic Jam Aug. 3. For more photos, visit candgnews.com/galleries.

Photo by Sarah Wright

Police sergeant appointed as spokesperson

TROY — The Troy Police Department has announced that Sgt. Edwin “John” Julian has been appointed as the department’s primary media contact, effective immediately.

Julian assumes the role from Lt. Ben Hancock, who recently transitioned to a new assignment within the department.

“We appreciate Lt. Hancock for serving as the primary PIO for the past two years,” read a press release from the Troy Police.

For more information, visit www.troymi.gov/ departments/police.

WINNER ANNOUNCED IN SHIELD’S ‘PIZZA BAKE-OFF’

TROY — After receiving more than 600 entries for the “Pizza Bake-Off” contest at Shield’s Restaurant and Pizzeria, a winner was chosen Aug. 5.

The top entry was a zesty chicken pesto pizza by Dan Sigro, from the Southfield location, using dough, fresh basil, grilled chicken and tomato slices drizzled with pesto sauce.

His pizza was judged by former Detroit Tigers player and broadcaster Craig Monroe, long-time sports broadcaster Matt Shepard, Detroit News writer Summer Ballentine, Kevin Deitz from WJR radio, Pure Michigan Editor Kristin Hagenson, and Darin Weiss of Grace Centers of Hope. GCH in Pontiac also received a $500 donation from the proceeds for the Aug. 5 event.

During the month of July, customers could submit their potential pizza recipes to the three Shield’s locations in Troy, Southfield and Detroit. A winner from each location received a $100 Shield’s gift card and was entered into the “Pizza Bake-Off.”

The winner of the overall contest receives a $200 Shield’s gift card, and their pizza is featured on the Shield’s menu for a week.

Pictured in the back row, from left, are Weiss, Monroe, Ballentine, Shepard, Deitz and Hagensen. In the front row, from left, are Paul Andoni, of Shield’s; Mary Zatina, second place, representing the Detroit location; Sigro; and Jack Sullivan, third place, representing the Troy location.

For more information, visit shieldspizza.com.

Robotics team recognized at Chicago competition

TROY — Larson Middle School’s allgirls robotics team — the FTC 22918 Girl Botz — were recognized as “Team of the Year” runner-up during the 2025 Chicago Robotics Invitational.

The CRI is a one of the premier FIRST Tech Challenge off-season events in robotics. It is an international competition, which this year took place July 18-20 in Chicago.

The Girl Botz competed among the top 38 FIRST Tech Challenge teams worldwide. To learn more, visit www.chicagorobotics invitational.com/2025.

Photo provided by Franklin Publicity

Health care

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2006. The site was demoed in November 2023 and is now ready for redevelopment.

In March 2024, University of Michigan Health purchased 7.28 acres of the property for $4.42 million to build its health care center. One year later, two additional parcels were purchased for $2.5 million. One of the parcels is 2.2 acres, while the other is 1.88 acres.

In June 2024, Kenneth Eisenberg made a substantial donation to the project, which will be named in honor of him and his late wife, Frances. Both are graduates of the University of Michigan who have donated millions to their alma mater.

“Building on a long history of philanthropic support for health care and research at the University of Michigan, Kenneth Eisenberg recently made an additional $40 million gift,” said Jina Sawani Musto, communications manager for University of Michigan Medical, in an email, noting that Eisenberg designated $25 million of his gift for construction of the new facility.

The ceremony took place at 2288 Cunningham Dr. Attendees included Forbes/Frankel Troy Ventures LLC representative Nate Forbes, Troy Mayor Ethan Baker and former U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabeow, among others.

Eisenberg was also present with his sister Sue Ellen Eisenberg.

Eisenberg spoke on what the center means to him and his family.

“This center, named in honor of my beloved Francis and our family, is more than a building,” Eisenberg said. “It’s a testament to a lifetime of love, service, and belief in the power of medicine to transform lives.”

Baker said he’s excited both for the impact the development will have on Troy, and the health benefits it will provide to residents in the area.

“Obviously, I’m very proud of the fact that the city of Troy is consistently ranked a Top 10 city in our country for livability, for business, for many things, but we know healthcare is a key component in that,” Baker said. “Access to quality medical care is the driving force in those rankings, and I can only imagine what it’s going to do for the city of Troy’s rankings by having this (medical center) here.”

The center is expected to open in the spring of 2027. Forbes/Frankel Troy Ventures LLC are also working on plans for another project that could include 750 residential units, 500,000 square feet of office space, 300,000 square feet of retail space and a 250-room hotel, as well as other amenities and open space on a portion of the former Kmart site.

For more information, visit troymi.gov or michiganmedicine.org.

ATTENTION WOMEN!

Play area

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The renovation will make the park more accessible for people of all ability levels.

“I think it’s proven that you can tell you have a good project when people just want to give you money,” said Kurt Bovensiep, director of Troy Public Works.

Officials have been searching for additional funding opportunities after the council approved the use of a Community Development Block Grant to begin construction of the project.

The proposed improvements were divided into seven phases and include the replacement of existing play structures, pathways, fencing, landscaping, and a comfort station.

In April 2025, council members unanimously approved the purchase and installation of an inclusive play structure from Landscape Structures for an estimated price of roughly $630,750.

Also in 2024, Oakland County residents approved a millage for Oakland County Parks, which is also contributing to the project at Boulan Park, as well as other sites across the county.

A $250,000 grant from Oakland County Parks will fund the second phase of the project, which will include pathways, fencing, and a picnic area within the space.

This funding will also help prepare the project for the third phase, which will replace the second play structure at an estimated cost of $500,000.

The council will consider potential contractors for the second phase later this fall.

“I’m pretty excited that we are beginning to get money to complete the project,” said Troy City Councilmember Hirak Chanda. “I know (it’s) a long way to go. It’s seven phases, but at least phase two is good.”

Installation is expected to begin in the spring. For more information, visit troymi.gov.

Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.

Michigan Family Physician Diagnosed with Late-Stage Cancer After Experiencing is One Symptom

(South eld, MI) It’s a terrifying reality: a life-threatening illness could be silently developing inside your body, completely undetected by routine check-ups. By the time symptoms appear, especially cancer, the disease is often advanced, limiting treatment options.

LATE DETECTION

is agonizing truth was personally experienced by Dr. Warren Ringold, a respected family physician and the visionary behind Bionicc Body Screening. He shockingly discovered he had stage four cancer with tumors as large as softballs, only after experiencing shortness of breath. His brutal treatments and subsequent brain tumor recurrence ignited a profound mission: there had to be a better way to nd serious conditions before they became critical.

FULL BODY MRI SCANS

Dr. Ringold founded Bionicc Body Screening in 2022, establishing Michigan’s rst MRI full body screening center. His purpose was to empower individuals with groundbreaking insights into their health through advanced body screening

technologies. Today, his son, Ryan, passionately carries on this mission and understands the urgency: “We all know someone who awoke with an unexplained symptom and discovered they had stage four cancer. Once you have symptoms, cancer is usually advanced,” he states. “My father never wanted another person to su er from late detection. He wanted to save lives.”

71% OF TUMORS GROW UNDETECTED

While annual physicals are important, they have critical limitations. Standard screenings only detect about 29% of cancers, leaving a staggering 71% to potentially develop undetected in other areas of your body. Bionicc Body Screening o ers a comprehensive solution. Proactive full-body MRI screenings provide an unparalleled picture of your

internal health, going beyond traditional checkups. State-of-the-art MRI technology can detect tumors as small as a pea, along with aneurysms, stroke risk, and hundreds of other conditions that might otherwise go unnoticed. ese comprehensive scans image your head through the pelvis. MRI scans are safe, noninvasive, and emit absolutely no radiation. And, crucially, they are available without a doctor’s referral.

A LIFE SAVED

Mark B. was initially skeptical, but his proactive screening revealed a 3 cm lung mass that tested positive for cancer. He credits the scan for saving his life after three-fourths of his lung was removed. e fee for a full body MRI is an investment in your health and wellbeing, but the true cost of delaying could be far greater. Schedule your scan today.

ABOVE: Tom Petzold and members of his family manage a portfolio of neighborhood shopping centers. The business manages the Tech Plaza at 12 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue in Warren as well as other centers in Detroit and Dearborn, among other locations. LEFT: The BirminghamBloomfield Chamber of Commerce works with major retail centers in its area, including the Adams Square Shopping Center on South Adams Road, south of Maple Road and east of Woodward Avenue. The plaza features a combination of local retail stores, restaurants and chain stores.

Photos by Erin Sanchez

HUMAN ELEMENT CONSIDERED A BENEFIT AT LOCAL SHOPPING PLAZAS

BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com

F or those who have active roles in various business spaces in the metro Detroit area, shopping plazas can provide some benefits for in-person shopping as opposed to buying online.

A survey conducted by the International Council of Shopping Centers notes that there are around 115,000 shopping centers in the U.S. with nearly 90% being small, neighborhood and convenience store centers. Also, about 83% of Americans visit a shopping center at least once a week and 20% go to a shopping center more than 10 times a week. According to statistics compiled by CapitalOne Shopping, American consumers spent $5.927 trillion in retail stores and $1.337 trillion online in 2024, though this value does not account for seasonal adjustments.

The Birmingham-Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce works with major retail centers

See PLAZAS on page 13A

Experience power washing the way it should be done, by ‘Honest Guys’

Whether it’s dirty from the elements or everyday wear and tear, your property’s exterior takes a beating. For your home or business, maintenance is the key to preserving your investment.

When it’s time to clean and freshen up the look of almost anything, Honest Guys Power Washing is the only call you need to make. Owner Dan Taylor and his “guys” handle expert power washing for everything: homes, decks, brick pavers, cement, gutters, siding, industrial buildings, and even construction vehicles.

Dan said decks and brick pavers are their specialty, where they o er a better quality of service than the competition, the materials they use leave a longer lasting ﬁnish and the scope of work goes beyond power washing.

“We’ll refinish decks, replacing boards and fixing structural issues,” Dan said. “We fix patios and pavers that are falling apart.

Not only do we li and level and repair the base, we get the moss out of the cracks and put polymeric sand in the joints that prohibits weed growth and prevents moisture penetration.”

The power washing season heats up in mid-April and runs through October, which means now is the perfect time to protect

your property by keeping it clean and performing optimally.

“It’s worth investing in maintenance,” Dan said. “It’s a lot cheaper to maintain something than it is to repair it or replace it.”

Honest Guys o ers competitive pricing with a quality of work that exceeds what the competition o ers. Dan and his team can also quote pricing for new brick installation, add-ons, retaining walls, rock and more.

“We’re the best,” Dan said. “We take care and pride in our work. We use only the best products and our employees are educated technicians with years of experience.”

Honest Guys Power Washing has a new o ce and showroom in Clarkston. For more information or to set up a consultation for a free estimate, visit honestguyspowerwash.com or call (248) 568-7152.

Ask us for a quote on your new brick install,add ons,retaining walls,rock & more!

The Landscaping Authority Oﬀers Inspiration For All Seasons

Whether it’s a design-build plan for new construction or “landscape rejuvenation” of an existing yard, The Landscaping Authority brings vision, expertise and a dedication to positively transforming properties to each and every job. “Our passion is to change things for the better, to improve the curb appeal of someone’s place,” said Jason Iras, the owner of The Landscaping Authority, based in Shelby Township. “We love to do before-and-afters. It motivates us to do an amazing job. To see something that’s down and drab, and turn it into something that’s very photogenic and very pretty to look at, that’s what we love.”

Serving metro Detroit’s northern suburbs, The Landscaping Authority works on new or preexisting projects. “We’re a design-build and maintenance company. We’ll design new construction landscape. We can do everything from sprinklers, sod, hardscape, brick pavers and retaining walls, all that stuff. We can pull weeds, remove stumps and put in trees to give a property a fresh look,” Iras said.

A designer by trade, Iras said a project starts with a free consultation where goals and a plan are discussed. “We implement that by taking a look at the property, seeing what they have, what’s available, and seeing what we can reuse to beautify the property,” Iras said. Creating borders and lines to complement the existing architecture, incorporating desired colors and maximizing their impact is all part of the plan.

“We do annuals and perennials, fall mums and tulip bulbs. We do outdoor kitchens and living spaces,” Iras said. “It adds tremendous value to someone’s home when we can increase that curb appeal.”

When the winter winds blow and the yard goes to sleep for the year, The Landscaping Authority’s team transitions to commercial snow and ice management. “That’s a very big part of our business, making sure we keep our clients and customers and employees safe from the hazards of Michigan winters,” Iras said.

879-5947 or go to thelandscapingauthority.com.

To set up a consultation or for more information, call

Plazas

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around the Maple Road/Telegraph Road, Telegraph Road/Square Lake Road, and 13 Mile Road/Southfield Road intersections, around both east and west ends, as well as the Adams Square Shopping Center. The plazas feature a combination of local retail stores, restaurants and chain stores.

Chamber President Joe Bauman says the personal service of in-person shopping may be more appealing than the convenience of online shopping.

“There is a much greater chance you are going to be satisfied with your purchase when you can see and feel it before you buy it,” Bauman said in an email. “And if a problem does occur, it is much more likely to be resolved if you have established a relationship with the local retailer.”

“There is no denying the level of competition being brought by these massive, online retailers. But there are still plenty of people who want to deal with another human rather than a computer screen,” Bauman added.

At Petzold Enterprises, Tom Petzold and members of his family manage a portfolio of neighborhood shopping centers. The business manages the Tech Plaza at 12 Mile

Road and Van Dyke Avenue in Warren as well as other centers in Detroit and Dearborn, among other locations. His grandfather started the business in the 1960s.

“We try to focus on being in ... central(ly) located, convenient locations,” Petzold said.

“We are a small family business, and we have shopping centers that we lease out to a combination of tenants, some of whom are small family businesses like us and others are more corporate,” he added.

In terms of the comparison of in-person shopping versus online shopping, Petzold says the positivity of the staff and the environment are really important to the consumer experience.

“When you think about when you’re creating a shopping center, one thing I’ve learned is that one of the constituencies that you’re competing for is the staff that work inside the stores and when I say that I mean you want to make your shopping center attractive, safe, inviting and even a place that someone could be proud to go to work,” Petzold said. “Like, it’s clean and you attract better personnel that work in the stores when you build a better shopping center and that ultimately benefits the customer to have the best people in the stores.”

See PLAZAS on page 15A

BEHIND THE WHEEL

Rockin’ Robin

THREEWHEELER GETS LOTS OF ATTENTION ON LOCAL ROADS

BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com

If you made it out to the Woodward Dream Cruise Aug. 16 in Oakland County, you might have spotted Sami Abu-Soud in his 1997 Reliant Robin.

At press time, he planned to take it to the annual car cruise that brings together car buffs and spectators who spend the day reliving the golden age of the automobile.

Abu-Soud has owned the Reliant Robin for a few years and loves to take it to car shows and cruises. The British car has three wheels, one in the center front and two in the back. The car can fit two people in the front seat, two passengers in the back seat and there is a trunk where Abu-Soud keeps a spare tire and speakers that play his music of choice — electronic.

“The car is something else,” the Royal Oak resident said. “They haven’t changed the car style much since the ’70s and ’80s. This is the van model of it. It’s technically a motorcycle, so I have a motorcycle license.”

Abu-Soud, 38, purchased the three-wheeler directly from England. It traveled the Atlantic Ocean by ship, and all the parts for maintenance are ordered from across the pond. The Reliant has a stick shift, and because the car is British, the steering wheel is on the right side, unlike American cars in which the steering wheels are on the left side. Abu-Soud had no trouble adjusting to driving with the steering wheel on the opposite side.

“It’s actually pretty natural,” he said. “It keeps up with traffic for the most part.”

Abu-Soud has other cars, including a 1998 Dodge Viper, a 2001 Chevrolet Corvette and two Subaru WRXs. But the Reliant is his favorite vehicle to drive in the warmer months around town, visiting downtown Detroit or when running errands.

“I wanted something different. Anytime I don’t have to use the highway, I try to drive it as much as possible. It gets a lot of looks. As I’m driving, people take pictures of me all the time,” Abu-Soud said. “Even non-car people stop me and ask me about it.”

See RELIANT ROBIN on page 17A

Sami Abu-Soud, of Royal Oak, drives his 1997 Reliant Robin whenever possible during the warmer months. The 1997 Reliant Robin was featured this past year at the Detroit Auto Show at Huntington Place. In honor of the Reliant Robin, Sami Abu-Soud keeps a tiny stuffed robin in the front seat of the car, pictured above. Photos by Liz Carnegie

Plazas

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Scott Marcus owns two locations of a franchise called Restore Hyper Wellness, one of which is located in a strip area at 643 S. Adams Road in Birmingham. The other is located in Northville. The business offers wellness services like intravenous fluids, cryotherapy, compression therapy, red light therapy and a hyperbaric chamber.

Marcus has had the locations for about four years. He says the Birmingham location is the busiest but that both spots are fairly busy.

“For us it feels like the parking is excellent, so that’s definitely great for us because people come in and out and want ease of access,” Marcus said. “So for us it’s a great spot.”

Because the business offers health services, there is not a huge concern about online business affecting them. The products have to be delivered in person.

“Because most of what we do is therapytype services, so not something you can do online,” Marcus said. “You know, if someone wants to do cryotherapy for instance, that’s a cold chamber for three minutes. They’re not going to be able to buy something on Amazon to do that.”

The Golden Fig Gallery of Fine Arts and Antiques is located in the Adams Square Shopping Plaza in Birmingham, at 725 S Adams Road, No. 170. It is an art gallery that offers a wide variety of artworks and antiquities that has been in business for over 30 years.

“I did shows for contemporary artists, but I didn’t find that was working as a business model for me, so I moved into just vintage art and pretty much everything in the gallery is old and most of the artists have passed away,” owner Ron Povlich said.

Povlich works with a wide variety of older and younger customers. He previously did online sales before but, due to the cost of shipping and other sales factors, he found that it was not profitable.

“This is a very funny market,” Povlich said. “You can’t tell online if something is real. I mean, it can look like a painting but in fact when you get it, it’s either a print, a very good lithograph print laid onto a canvas, embellished with clear paint strokes to make it look like a real painting, whereas people who come in here, they really want to put their hands on it and see it and know what they’re getting.”

Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.

Sandison, will talk about his journey and his new book, “Adulting on the Spectrum: An Insider’s Guide for Navigating

with Autism.” www.spectruminclusion.com Join us on Saturday, September 6th from 10am to Noon

Presenter: Ron Sandison • No Charge

CRIME WATCH

Series of drunken driver arrests

TROY — Around 10:30 p.m. July 27, officers stopped a driver around Rochester Road and the southbound on-ramp at Interstate 75. The driver of the 2008 Toyota Corolla was stopped for multiple traffic violations.

Upon speaking with the driver, a 66-year-old Hamtramck man, officers discovered he did not have a valid driver’s license. Officers noted a strong odor of alcohol coming from the driver. The driver was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, which he did, but the officers noted he performed poorly. He submitted to a preliminary breath test with a result of 0.172%.

The driver was arrested. He later agreed to submit to a chemical breath test; the results were 0.190% and 0.180%.

Just before midnight July 28, officers stopped the driver of a 2025 Ford Escape for speeding on southbound I-75 near Wattles Road. The driver, a 20-year-old Detroit man, reeked of alcohol. The driver was found to only have an operator’s temporary instruction permit, requiring a licensed driver’s supervision.

The driver performed poorly on sobriety tests and had a preliminary breath test result of 0.05%. After his arrest, his chemical breath test results came back as .058% and .055%.

Around 10 a.m. Aug. 2, officers stopped the driver of a 2021 GMC Sierra around southbound I-75 and Maple Road for multiple traffic violations. The driver, a 25-year-old man from St. Clair Shores, also reeked of alcohol, and admitted to drinking and smoking marijuana prior to driving. Officers observed an open beer can in the driver’s door cup holder.

The driver was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, which he did, but the officers noted he performed poorly. He refused to submit to a preliminary breath test. After his arrest, police obtained a search warrant to test his blood. At press time, the results were not available.

Drivers found asleep at the wheel

TROY — Officers responded to the area of West Big Beaver Road and Troy Center Drive for a welfare check on the driver of a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox, who was reported to be passed out at the wheel of his vehicle around 7:20 p.m. July 30.

The vehicle was found to be stopped in the left lane of Big Beaver Road with the driver slumped over the wheel of the vehicle.

Upon waking the driver, a 33-year-old man from Pontiac, officers noted he was confused.

The driver was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, which he did, but the officers noted he performed poorly. A breath test showed him under the influence. He was arrested.

In a similar incident around 10:15 p.m. Aug. 5, officers were dispatched to Yard House Parking Lot, 950 W. Big Beaver Road, for a welfare check on another driver passed out at the wheel of their vehicle.

Upon arrival, officers observed the 2020 Acura RDX in the back parking lot with the driver, a 51-year-old Southgate woman, passed out at the wheel. The vehicle was in drive, with the woman’s foot on the brake.

Officers awoke the driver and noted she had pinpoint pupils, her complexion was pale, and she appeared confused. The driver admitted to taking multiple prescription medications prior to driving, including morphine and oxycodone.

The driver was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, which she did, but the officers noted she performed poorly. She refused to submit to a preliminary breath test. She also refused a medical blood draw, but a search warrant for her blood was completed. The results were not available at press time.

Attempted burglary at dealership

TROY — Officers responded to the LaFontaine Infiniti Troy car dealership located at 1816 Maplelawn Dr. on a burglary alarm around 1 a.m. Aug. 2.

Upon arrival, officers located an unsecured door and searched the interior of the business where they found a safe with pry marks on it at the cashier counter. No entry to the safe was gained.

Victim defrauded in real estate transaction

TROY — A 39-year-old man reported that around 10:45 a.m. Aug. 6, he received an email that he believed to be legitimate regarding where to send closing costs for a real estate transaction.

The victim wired funds to the account provided in the email. The next day, the victim attended the closing for the real estate transaction at Our Credit Union, 6693 Rochester Road, and discovered the email had been a scam.

Jewelry pickpocketed from victim

TROY — Between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Aug. 9, a woman was walking her dog around the Falmouth Road area when she

Spotlight on business...

Realtor Lucy Kollin brings experience with ‘client- rst’ approach

Whether you’re buying or selling, moving can be a stressful time. But it doesn’t have to be.

Having the right Realtor in your corner makes a di erence, both during the process and when the dust from the move settles.

“I love real estate because it allows me to be creative and genuinely connect with people. It’s a career that gives back to me as much as I give to it, and there’s nothing more rewarding than seeing my clients happily move on to the next chapter of their lives—whether they’re expanding their family, downsizing, or starting fresh,” Kollin said.

Whether you’re selling the family home or looking for the property of your dreams, Kollin said it is crucial to work with an experienced agent.

“As a dedicated real estate professional, I bring an understanding of the market, strong communication skills, and a client- rst mindset. I believe that trust is the foundation of every successful real estate relationship — once it’s established, we work as a team toward a common goal,” Kollin said. “My approach is all about creating a clear, customized plan that keeps the process smooth and as stress-free as possible.”

Kollin’s “client- rst” mindset means she is always thinking about ways to help her buyers and sellers best position themselves for a winning transaction. She advises buyers to come preapproved and prepared. Make a wish list of your new property’s must-haves so you are ready to move when you nd the deal of your dreams. For sellers, she said it is about being realistic and reasonable with a property positioned in its best possible light.

“When it comes to selling a home, there are so many moving pieces — so hiring an experienced, proactive agent you can trust is essential,” Kollin said. “You need someone who communicates clearly, creates a personalized selling plan, and helps you stay ahead of the process.

“Planning ahead is the core of my business model,” Kollin added. “Most of my clients come to me months — or even a year — before they plan to list their home. at gives us time to make any necessary improvements, schedule everything in advance, and make sure the entire process feels smooth and stress-free. Of course, some clients come to me just a month or two before they want to list. anks to thoughtful planning with my early clients, I often have the exibility to take on last-minute sellers as well — without compromising quality or attention to detail.” Kollin moved to the U.S. in 2000. She remains active in the Chinese American community. She is the co-founder of the Michigan Youth Empowerment Foundation, a nonpro t organization focused on helping girls and underprivileged children.

Connect with Lucy Kollin by email at lkollin@theagencyre.com

Reliant Robin

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Abu-Soud also lets friends and even strangers drive the car, usually in parking lots or around the block. They just have to know how to operate a stick shift.

“I bought it to have fun,” said Abu-Soud, who always makes sure to go with guest drivers. “Everyone has been able to drive it, no problem.”

One of Abu-Soud’s neighbors who works in the automotive industry helped him tune up the Reliant Robin.

“It’s pretty solid otherwise,” he said. “I haven’t done too much to it.”

The ’97 model, which has more than 80,000 miles on it, does not have power steering or power brakes.

“Basically, no frills,” Abu-Soud said. “It’s all fiberglass, so it’s really light. The car weighs less than 1,000 pounds.”

The four-cylinder Reliant is equipped with an 850 cc engine that produces 40 horsepower. When looking at the rear license plate, it reads “Flipy,” because the cars have a reputation for flipping onto their sides. That has not happened to Abu-Soud, but he saw it on the British Broadcasting Corp. television show “Top Gear.”

The ’97 Reliant Robin owner has always been into cars. Abu-Soud, who now works in real estate, worked as a mechanical engineer for 13 years.

“When I was a little kid, I started tinkering with cars,” he said. “I would fix cars. I try to do all the work myself on all my cars.”

There may be a reason why he is so comfortable driving the British car. Abu-Soud was born in England, and his family moved to the U.S. when he was just 1 year old. He also has his own version of a mascot for the car: a tiny stuffed robin he keeps in the front seat. One highlight this past year was displaying the 1997 Reliant Robin at the Detroit Auto Show at Huntington Place.

“It was pretty exciting,” Abu-Soud said.

According to reliant.website, which is the official website for the Reliant Motor Club, the Reliant Motor Co. was formed in 1935 when Tom Lawrence Williams built the first prototype vehicle in his garden in the U.K. along with E.S. Thompson. A number of different Reliant styles were built over the years, including the Scimitar GT, Rialto and Kitten.

According to the website, the Reliant Robin was introduced in November 1973 and replaced the Reliant Regal 3/30. The Robin had different variations: the Standard Robin, the Super Robin, the Robin Estate and the Robin Van.

The Reliant Robin had become one of the most famous three-wheelers in the U.K. until 1981, when it was replaced by the Reliant Rialto. But in 1989, Reliant brought back the Robin with a new look, including a new fiberglass body attached to a galvanized chassis and a single, central windscreen wiper.

The website states that the company’s last Reliant vehicle was built in February 2001.

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ing experiences for thousands of students.”

One of the vehicles present during the show was a classic Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 owned by Brandon Cloutier. He bought the car from the Jack Frost Auto Museum in Washington and has owned it for about a year. Cloutier and his car won the “Best Engine” and “Best Pro Street” awards during another show, Rockin Rods n’ Rochester, in 2024.

“This is my second show of the year,” Cloutier said, noting he also plans to attend the next Rockin Rods n’ Rochester, as well as Utica Gasoline Alley.

Jim Ristich’s 2014 Chevrolet Corvette was also at the Troy Traffic Jam. He has already attended nearly 30 shows this year.

“If they’re putting on a show and there’s nice weather, I’m going,” Ristich said.

The theme for this year’s Troy Traffic Jam was “SPEED,” with more than 50 racecars available for viewing, including classics and cutting-edge muscle cars.

This included a restored 1935 Buick Open Wheel Race Car, a 1962 Ford Galaxy

Drag Race Car that once belonged to John Vermeersch, a 1988 Fabcar IMSA GTP Prototype raced at Lemans and Daytona, and Team Penske’s 2015 Dallara Indy 500 winning car, among others.

The event also celebrated 70 years of the Ford Thunderbird, with a lineup of 15 classics from local clubs.

“Tech Talks,” sponsored by Gallagher Global Brokerage and Hagerty, provided a look at race-to-road engineering. Corvette Chief Engineer Josh Holder and GM Vehicle Performance Engineer Drew Cattell spoke about how record-setting engineering impacts the ZR1X, while Ford GTD Chief Program Engineer Greg Goodall and Design Manager Anthony Colard provided insight on Ford’s race engineering for the new Mustang GTD.

Attendees could enjoy the kids’ Pedal Power 200 race, along with a scavenger hunt, drivable robots from Troy’s award-winning middle school and high school teams, and other family-friendly activities. INDYNXT series driver Nolan Allaer was also there, signing autographs at the Faygo tent.

For more information, visit troytafficjam.com.

Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.

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The annual event features many family-friendly activities, including races for the kids.

Auto theft

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damaged, but no officers were injured during the incident.

The third suspect drove north on Interstate 75 before crashing near Coolidge Highway. After the crash, the suspect abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot into a nearby area.

Troy Police officers and other responding agencies quickly established a perimeter and launched a search for the suspect. According to a press release from the Troy Police Department, “The investigation remains active as detectives continue their search for the third suspect.”

Following their arrest, Neely and Williams were arraigned Aug. 8 at 52-4 District Court, charged with unlawful driving away of auto. Neely was issued a $25,000 bond while Williams was issued a $100,000 bond.

Williams’ attorney, Verkeydia Samariah Hall, was asked for comment but did not respond by press time. Neely did not have an attorney on record at press time.

In addition to officers from Troy, the Special Investigations Unit features officers from partner agencies including the Auburn Hills Police, Birmingham Police, Bloomfield Township Police and Royal Oak Police.

“Working collaboratively, these investigators focus on criminal activity that impacts the broader region,” read a statement by Troy Police.

The investigation into the auto theft and subsequent events remains ongoing.

The Troy Police Department is asking anyone with information regarding the identity or whereabouts of the suspect to come forward. Tips can be submitted by calling (248) 5240777 or by emailing troypdcrimealert@troymi.gov.

Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.

Mid-Michigan K9 Academy Opens In Troy

Mid-Michigan K9 Academy celebrated a ribbon-cutting on July 29, bringing state-of-the-art canine training and boarding services to Oakland County.

The Troy campus features industry-leading kennel suites equipped with red light therapy and music therapy to promote calmness, healing and overall canine wellness. These modern enhancements are designed to reduce stress and support recovery, especially for dogs undergoing behavioral training or extended boarding stays. The goal of Mid-Michigan K9 Academy is simple

Owners Jim and Darcy Blau and the entire Mid-Michigan K9 Academy team are proud of their mission to strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners through proven, compassionate training methods.

Mid-Michigan K9 Academy is located at 1705 Austin Drive in Troy. Call (248) 247-0036 or go to mid-michigank9academy.com for more information.

Neely Williams

OAA FOOTBALL: THE BEST CONFERENCE IN MICHIGAN?

Troy Athens junior Nathan Piggott intercepts a pass in a 2024 game against Troy. For a preview of each division in the Oakland Activities Association, see the story at candgnews.com/news/sports.

Northland

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Currently, an underutilized three-story office space is located at 5455 Corporate Dr. Eureka Innovation Development plans to demolish the structure and construct 82 townhome units across 10 buildings. There will also be a retail plaza with a drive-thru lane along Corporate Drive.

In May, the Planning Commission held a public hearing for the rezoning request, in which the developer agreed to certain restrictions.

For the townhouse complex in the multifamily zoning district, this included limiting the number of buildings to 10 and the number of units to 82, limiting buildings to only 24% of the overall property, capping the height of buildings at 26 feet for two-story buildings and 32 feet for three-story buildings, and preserving at least 25% of the property for open green space. Each unit will have a two-car garage, and there will be a minimum of 40 parking spaces for guests. Each unit will also store its waste in its garage until collection day, when trash is taken to the curb.

For the retail plaza in the community business district, the single-story retail building will be limited to about 5,800 square feet, with a minimum of 24 parking space provided.

Joint access between both developments will be provided on the north access road.

During the Planning Commission meeting, officials recommended approval for the request with some design

considerations, including the addition of 7-foot-wide entry porches and seating benches throughout the courtyard, screening around exterior air conditioning units, and more.

“This has been a very exciting project that has taken us months with our team and the support of city functions,” said Erion Nikolla, spokesperson for Eureka Innovation Development.

“We have come this far with input from a variety of demographics, neighbors (and) office owners in the adjacent properties,” Nikolla added. “In a way, I would summarize this as a revolutionary pioneering plan for this area of North Troy.”

Demolition for the office building could occur this fall. The overall project is estimated to take at least two years.

“This is a perfect project for this location,” said City Councilmember David Hamilton. “I appreciated the dedication to engaging the neighbors and really coming up with something that is exactly what we’re looking for in that area, (something) that (the area) definitely needs and is going to get a lot of development in the near future.”

“This project, it just fits here,” said City Councilmember Ellen Hodorek. “I’ve driven by there, sat, walked by it and I’m not a developer, I don’t have development experience, (but) what I know is what feels right in the community. Sometimes, something really doesn’t, and sometimes it really does, and this just really feels right for the community.”

For more information, visit troymi.gov.

Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.

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CALENDAR

AUG. 21

Summer Sensation concert series: Hear Detroit’s “Queen of the Blues” Thornetta Davis, also food trucks, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Stine Community Park, 241 Town Center in Troy, troymi.gov/summerconcerts

AUG. 23

Free Mall: Gently used clothing giveaway for all ages, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Calvary Chapel of Oakland County, 1975 E. Long Lake Road in Troy, (248) 457-9673

SEPT.

Troy Women’s Association meeting: Nonprofit dedi-

cated to supporting local causes and enhancing lives of others, 7 p.m., new location at Community of Christ - Troy Oaks, 3830 Crooks Road, continues every first Tuesday of month until June (future sites TBD), (248) 988-0426, troywomensassociation.org

SEPT. 7

Gan Tikvah: Music, snacks, prayers and play time for ages 3 and younger, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Congregation Shir Tikvah, 3900 Northfield Parkway in Troy, continues select Sunday mornings on Oct. 19, Nov. 23, Dec. 14, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 22, April 26 and May 3, lorry@ shirtikvah.org, facebook.com/congregationshirtikvah

SEPT. 13

Fall Open House and Adoption Day: Explore buildings, go on scavenger hunt, visit with animal rescues and

TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT ADVERTISEMENT

The Board of Education of Troy School District will receive sealed Proposals for: RFP NUMBER 2526-05 – TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT HAMILTON AND WASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS OPERABLE WALL REPLACEMENT PROJECT

Sealed proposals should be submitted through Buildingconnected.com with the following link: https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/5cc9d7f637c1a90018cb55dc. No physical bids will be accepted in person or via delivery service. Bids are to be submitted no later than 11:00 AM Local Time MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 2025. The District will not consider or accept a bid received after the date and time specifed for bid submission. Bids will be publicly opened immediately following the close of receiving bids with the following virtual meeting link: meet.google.com/tfd-nkmz-zyt or phone number (609) 800-2153 PIN 311 880 711#. No oral, email, telephonic, or telegraphic proposals shall be considered.

Each Proposal must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner or any employee of the contractor and any member of the Board of Education or the Superintendent of Troy School District. The Board of Education will not accept a Proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement.

Each Proposal must also be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement certifying that the contractor is not an Iran Linked Business. The Board of Education will not accept a Proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized statement.

Troy School District’s Board of Education reserves the right to accept or reject any and all Proposals, either in whole or in part, to waive any informalities or irregularities therein, or to award the contract to other than the contractor(s) submitting the best fnancial Proposal (low bidder), in its sole and absolute discretion.

Additional bid information can be found at www.troy.k12.mi.us/departments/business-services/purchasingbids

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more during free event, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, troyhistoricvillage.org

SEPT.

International Day of Peace: Features cultural dinner and program about finding peace through different faiths, bring dish to pass, 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Troy, 6363 Livernois Road, presented by Troy-area Interfaith Group, RSVP to Pastor Myra at (248) 879-6363

ONGOING

Troy Family Aquatic Center: Outdoor pool open daily until Sept. 1 (Labor Day), 3425 Civic Center Drive,

see hours and more at rec.troymi.gov/visittfac, (248) 524-3514

Weekly car show: Also DJ, 5-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Big Boy, 200 W. Maple Road in Troy, (248) 362-0840

Widowed Friends events: Breakfasts for men only at 10 a.m. every first and third Thursdays of month, Lukich Family Restaurant, 3900 Rochester Road in Troy, RSVP to Ed at (586) 909-1444, widowedfriends.com

• Lunches at 1:30 p.m. every second Thursday of month, Alibi of Troy, 6700 Rochester Road, RSVP to Louise at (248) 338-6743, widowedfriends.com

See more events at candgnews.com/calendar

CITY OF TROY

OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

On, September 29, 2025 at 7:30 p.m., Troy City Council will hold a Public Hearing at Troy City Hall located at 500 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, Michigan for Brownfeld Redevelopment Plan #12 for the Forbes/Frankel Troy Ventures LLC Property Troy, Michigan. If you would like information concerning the proposed Brownfeld Redevelopment Plan for this property, please contact the City of Troy City Manager’s Offce at 248.524.3330. The Property Description is described as follows: 88-20-19-476-004

A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN AND BEING PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 19, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST, CITY OF TROY, OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 19; THENCE N02’39’58”W (RECORDED AS NOO*01’30”W) 120.00 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 19 AND THE CENTERLINE OF COOLIDGE HIGHWAY (120 FEET WIDE); THENCE S86’51’32”W (RECORDED AS S89*30’00”W) 60.00 FEET TO A POINT ON THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID COOLIDGE HIGHWAY; THENCE NO2’39’58”W(RECORDED AS N00*01’30” W) 677.89 FEET ALONG THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID COOLIDGEHIGHWAY TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE S87*20’02”W 323.99 FEET; THENCE SO2*39’58 E (RECORDED AS S00*01’ 30” E) 239.52 FEET; THENCE S86*51’ 32” W (RECORDED AS S89*30’00” W) 548 FEET; THENCE NO2*39’58”W (RECORDED AS NOO*01’30”W) 244.07 FEET; THENCE S87*20’02”W 318.01FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CUNNINGHAM DRIVE (100 FEET WIDE); THENCE NO2’39’58”W (RECORDED AS NOO’01’30”W) 148.83 FEET ALONG THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID CUNNINGHAM DRIVE; THENCE 289.06 FEET ALONG A CURVE TO THE RIGHT HAVING A 185.00 FEET RADIUS WITH A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 89*31’26” WHOSE CHORD BEARS N42’05’47”E (RECORDED AS N44*44’15”E) 260.54 FEET; THENCE N86*51’32E (RECORDED AS N89*30’00”E) 1006.55 FEET ALONG THE SOUTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID CUNNINGHAM DRIVE TO A POINT ON THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID COOLIDGE HIGHWAY; THENCE S02’39’58”E (RECORDED AS SO0’01’30”E) 342.17 FEET ALONG THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID COOLIDGE HIGHWAY TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING CONTAINING12.089 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS OF RECORD, IF ANY. 88-20-19-476-005

A Public Hearing will be held by and before the City Council of the City of Troy at City Hall, 500 W. Big Beaver, Troy, Michigan, on Monday, September 8, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the agenda will permit, to consider a request to grant an extension to a Conditional Rezoning Agreement between City of Troy and MNK Troy 1 LLC. The Agreement was approved by Troy City Council in 2021, and Planning Commission approved the Preliminary Site Plan on June 21, 2021 (Shallowbrook Townhomes). MNK Troy 1 LLC requested an extension of the Agreement which was approved by City Council on January 29, 2024, but the Amended Agreement was never recorded as required and has since expired. In 2021, the property was conditionally rezoned from RT, R-1C and EP District to RT and EP District, to permit attached single family residential development, not to exceed 32 units. The application submitted by the applicant contains revisions to the approved site plan, the building elevations, foor plans, and other minor adjustments.

The subject property is located on the East side of Rochester Road, South of Shallowdale

The subject parcels to be rezoned: 88-20-14-152-001 and 88-20-14-301-031.

Comments can be expressed at the Public Hearing, or written comments can be directed to the attention of the Planning Department, City of Troy, 500 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, Michigan 48084, or by e-mail to planning@troymi.gov no later than 3:00 p.m. one day prior to the date of the meeting. If you have questions you may contact the Planning Department by e-mail or by phone at (248) 524-3364.

The application on fle can be viewed at the Planning Department, City of Troy, 500 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, Michigan 48084.

Notices and information for public hearings will also be posted on the City website: https://apps.troymi.gov/publicnotices.

Aileen Dickson, MMC, MiPMC3 City Clerk

A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED IN AND BEING PART OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 19, TOWN 2 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST, CITY OF TROY, OAKLAND COUNTY, MICHIGAN AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS:

COMMENCING AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID SECTION 19; THENCE NO2•39’58W (RECORDED AS N00*01’30”W) 120.00 FEET ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 19 AND THE CENTERLINE OF COOLIDGE HIGHWAY (120 FEET WIDE); THENCE S86’51’32W (RECORDED AS S89*30’00”W) 60.00 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING; THENCE S4210’26”W (RECORDED AS S44*48’54”W) 25.53 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF BIG BEAVER ROAD (204 FEET WIDE); THENCE S86’51’32”W (RECORDED AS S89*30’00”W) 1142.03 FEET ALONG THE NORTH RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID BIG BEAVER ROAD; THENCE N47’54’08”W (RECORDED AS N4515’40”W) 42.22 FEET TO A POINT ON THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CUNNINGHAM DRIVE (100 FEET WIDE); THENCE CONTINUING NO2’39’58”W (RECORDED AS NO0’01’30”W) 675.74 FEET ALONG THE EAST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID CUNNINGHAM DRIVE; THENCE N87’20’02”E 318.01 FEET; THENCE S02°39’58”E (RECORDED AS SOO*01’30”E) 244.07

FEET; THENCE N86°51’32”E (RECORDED AS N89*30’00”E) 548.00 FEET; THENCE NO2’39’58”W (RECORDED AS NO0°01’30”W) 239.52 FEET; THENCE N87’20’02”E 323.99 FEET; THENCE S02’39’58”E (RECORDED AS S00°01’30”E) 677.89 FEET ALONG THE WEST RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF SAID COOLIDGE HIGHWAY TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 16.089 ACRES OF LAND, MORE OR LESS, SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS OF RECORD, IF ANY.

You may express your comments regarding this matter by contacting the City Manager’s Offce in writing or at 248.524.3330, or by attending the Public Hearing.

M. Aileen Dickson, MMC, MiPMC3 City Clerk

PUBLISHED: August 21, 2025

POSTED: August 18, 2025

NOTICE: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in this meeting should contact the City Clerk by e-mail at clerk@troymi.gov or by calling (248) 524-3317 at least two working days in advance of the meeting. An attempt will be made to make reasonable accommodations. Published: Troy Times 08/21/2025

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POSTED: August 13, 2025

PUBLISHED: August 21, 2025

NOTICE: People with disabilities needing accommodations for effective participation in this meeting should contact the City Clerk by e-mail at clerk@troymi.gov or by calling 248.524.3316 at least two working days in advance of the meeting. An attempt will be made to make reasonable accommodations.

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Crime

was allegedly approached by two subjects in a van. One of the women had a bunch of jewelry and began putting it on the victim.

Unknown to the victim at the time, while putting jewelry on her, they also reportedly removed a gold necklace that was already on her neck. The victim was left with 10 pieces of fake gold jewelry, and her gold necklace and pendant were stolen.

Drunken driving leads to car crashes

TROY — Officers were dispatched to the area of Belhaven and Beldale streets for a single-vehicle crash involving a 2020 Nissan Sentra around 4 p.m. Aug. 7.

Upon arrival, officers observed the vehicle rolled over in the ditch. While speaking with the driver, a 61-year-old Troy woman, officers noted her speech was slurred and her eyes were glassy and bloodshot.

The driver was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, where she performed poorly, and a preliminary breath test registered a result of 0.27%. After her arrest, a chemical breath test yielded results of 0.224% and 0.225%.

Officers also responded to a reported two-vehicle crash around 10:20 p.m. Aug. 8 near northbound I-75 and Wattles Road.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the atfault driver, a 32-year-old man from Royal Oak, and noted his speech was slurred, his eyes were glassy and bloodshot, and he reeked

of alcohol. The driver was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, which he did, but the officers noted he performed poorly.

He submitted to a preliminary breath test with a result of 0.29%. He was arrested. Later, a chemical breath test yielded results of 0.251% and 0.239%.

Driver found with multiple illegal substances

TROY — Around 12:40 p.m. Aug. 8, officers were informed of a possibly impaired driver, reported to be driving a 2003 Cadillac Deville.

Officers located the vehicle near Big Beaver Road and Wilshire Drive. Officers observed that the Cadillac was struggling to maintain its lane, and initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle.

Upon speaking with the driver, a 62-year-old man from Clinton Township, officers noted that he was very fidgety, had pinpoint pupils, and had multiple scratches on his arms and legs that appeared to be from scratching himself.

The driver said that he takes Adderall and took more than he was prescribed that morning. He was asked to perform several sobriety evaluations, which he did, but the officers noted he performed poorly. After failing a preliminary breath test, he was arrested.

During a search of his person, officers located two bindles containing a white powdery substance and a small pipe. The driver identified the white substance as fentanyl mixed with ground Vicodin. Also, during an inventory search of his vehicle, officers located ad-

TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT ADVERTISEMENT

The Board of Education of Troy School District will receive sealed Proposals for: RFP NUMBER 2526-04 – TROY SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS SOFFIT REPLACEMENTS

There will be a non-mandatory pre-bid meeting at 9:30 AM Local Time Friday, August 15, 2025 at Bemis Elementary School, located at 3571 Northfeld Parkway; Troy, MI 48084. Sealed proposals should be submitted through Buildingconnected.com with the following link: https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/5cc9d7f637c1a90018cb55dc. No physical bids will be accepted in person or via delivery service. Bids are to be submitted no later than 2:00 PM Local Time TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2025. The District will not consider or accept a bid received after the date and time specifed for bid submission. Bids will be publicly opened immediately following the close of receiving bids with the following virtual meeting link: meet.google.com/vfu-oskt-chp or phone number (361) 239-6844 PIN 206 698 030#. No oral, email, telephonic, or telegraphic proposals shall be considered.

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Handyman Services

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