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FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL BRINGS EXCITEMENT FOR MORGAN ELEMENTARY

BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — For the first day of the 2025-26 school year, staff and parents at Morgan Elementary excitedly helped students as they returned from the summer break. Schools in Utica and Shelby

Township officially returned on Aug. 26 for a half day of school. Morgan Elementary is a part of Utica Community Schools, which is Michigan’s secondlargest school district and includes four high schools, six junior high schools and 25 elementary schools, according to the UCS website.

Art & Apples Festival to kick off fall fun

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

ROCHESTER — The Art & Apples Festival will return to Rochester this weekend, signaling to locals that fall is near.

Now in its 59th year, the three-day festival of fine arts will once again bring art enthusiasts of all ages to Rochester Municipal Park, which will transform into one of the nation’s largest juried fine art festivals Sept. 5-7.

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ABOVE: Uarda Vrame and her husband, Ilir Vrame, from Shelby Township, give their son Liam Vrame a kiss goodbye on his first day of kindergarten at Morgan Elementary School.

TOP: Students arrive for their first day of school at Morgan Elementary on Aug. 26. Photos by Erin Sanchez

This mixed media painting,“Sunrise Morning,” is by Shelby Township-based artist Kandy Myny, of Bit O’ Whimsey Design Studio. Photo provided by Kandy Myny

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Macomb County residents plead guilty in COVID-19 fraud scheme

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

MACOMB COUNTY — Three Macomb County residents have pleaded guilty in what authorities say is a more than $3 million Paycheck Protection Program fraud scheme.

39, of Macomb Township, and Samer Kammo, 45, of Shelby Township, pleaded guilty Aug. 26 to conspiring to commit wire fraud and bank fraud. Christina

Anasi, 35, of Shelby Township, previously pleaded guilty to the conspiracy.

Authorities said the three defendants submitted fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program applications for several businesses. The applications misrepresented payroll information and falsely certified that the loan funds would be used for permissible business-related purposes. The defendants, according to authorities, also submitted fictitious payroll, health insurance, bank and tax records to support the loan applications.

The defendants, according to court records, received over $3 million in fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program loan funds. At press time, law enforcement reportedly had seized and recovered more than $2.1 million of those funds.

U.S. Attorney Jerome Gorgon said that while the numbers the fraudsters used to enrich themselves were fake, the prison time they’re facing is very real.

“My office is committed to holding accountable all those who chose to exploit a

global pandemic to steal from hardworking taxpayers,” he said in a prepared statement.

The Paycheck Protection Program was created by Congress to provide assistance to businesses harmed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Each of the defendants faces up to 30 years in prison. At press time, sentencing dates were set for early 2026 with Shaba on Jan. 5, Anasi on Jan. 7 and Kammo on Jan. 15. Attorneys for the defendants could not be reached for comment at press time.

RECONSTRUCTED DEKEYSER ELEMENTARY SHOWS CHANGES COMING TO

2 MORE SCHOOLS

BY SARAH WRIGHT swright@candgnews.com

STERLING HEIGHTS/UTICA/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — As the newly reconstructed DeKeyser Elementary School was ready to welcome students back, Utica Community Schools held a ribbon cutting and open house Sunday, Aug. 24, and a media preview a few days earlier, to showcase the completed project, which is the first of similar reconstruction projects planned for two more elementary schools in the district.

DeKeyser Elementary opened in 1971 with an open-school design, meaning the school did not have classroom walls or doors.

After the passing of a $550 million bond issue in May 2023, school officials wanted to update the school in terms of safety, more collaborative learning communities, technology upgrades, new playground equipment, lighting and furniture, and diverse spatial uses. The DeKeyser Elementary reconstruction cost approximately $32 million.

“I think when we set out to do a major emphasis for the district,

ABOVE: The kindergarten area at the newly remodeled DeKeyser Elementary in Utica Community Schools features a collaboration area as well as separate classrooms. RIGHT: A second grade classroom at the newly renovated DeKeyser Elementary is ready for students Aug. 21.

Photos by Patricia O’Blenes

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SENIOR SOFTBALL LEAGUE CROWNS UPPER DIVISION CHAMPION

BY SCOTT BENTLEY sbentley@candgnews.com

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Sterco Refractory Steel Co.’s men’s senior softball team has taken the title in the Shelby-Warren Senior Softball League for 2025.

The group finished in first place on the season with a 17-4 record, and also went 3-1 during the double-elimination postseason that ended with a 11-6 victory in the title game on Aug 20.

“We have several very good players that are in the Michigan USSSA Hall of Fame on the team and we have one guy that’s also in the national Hall of Fame (Chuck Maiorana),” Sterco Refractory Steel co-manager Oscar Zamora said. “The league is very competitive, but we’re all friends at the end of the day.”

Two years ago, Zamora and co-manager Nick Martinico played on a team that was consistently at the top of the league, but due to schedule and field conflicts, the group saw a lot of its players disperse to other teams. This season, the team tried to go back to its roots and get their original squad back together.

“Martinico and I collaborated in the offseason and thought, ‘Why don’t we try to get our old team back together?’ We contacted our players and most of them came back,” Zamora said. “We thought it would be nice to get the band back together. We just enjoy playing with each other so much on the field.”

Bringing in a lot of the team’s previous players also allowed Sterco Refractory Steel to use a lot of different guys throughout the season, which in this league is needed.

“When it comes to senior softball, at some point during the season

there’s going to be an injury or two,” Zamora said. “And we were lucky enough to have good players to be able to fill into the different positions when somebody pulled a hamstring, turned an ankle, had a sore arm. It all goes with the territory of being over 55, which is

the minimum age for the league.”

Aside from winning on the field, this league means a lot to players and their families, too. The turnout for games is large, and is filled with kids and See SOFTBALL on page 22A

Sterco Refractory Steel Co.’s men’s senior softball team celebrates after becoming the No. 1 team in the Shelby-Warren Senior Softball League for the 2025 season. Photo provided by Madelyn Zamora

Florida man bound over to circuit court in Shelby Township gym abduction

BY MARY BETH ALMOND malmond@candgnews.com

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A Florida man’s case has advanced to Macomb County Circuit Court for allegedly violently abducting a man outside a Shelby Township gym in 2023.

Xavier Gardner, 31, was bound over to trail Aug. 27 on one count each of carjacking, conspiracy to commit carjacking, armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, torture, unlawful imprisonment, conspiracy to commit unlawful imprisonment, first-degree home invasion, and conspiracy to commit first-degree home invasion, as well as three counts of felony firearm.

According to the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office, Gardener and five others allegedly carjacked a man at gunpoint, restrained him in his own vehicle and drove away. The suspects, according to reports, allegedly tortured the man, drove to his house, and entered the residence.

Sterling Heights police responded to Lifetime Fitness, where the carjacking occurred, before heading to the victim’s house.

Authorities say Gardner fled from police and was located months later and extra-

dited from Florida to Michigan.

Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido said the charges against the defendant “reflect allegations of significant criminal conduct.”

“We will continue to pursue and prosecute each individual alleged to have been involved in this case to the fullest extent of the law. We will work tirelessly to ensure that those who break the law are held accountable,” Lucido said in a prepared statement.

At press time, Gardner was scheduled to be arraigned Sept. 18.

Four other suspects — Angel AndujarRuiz, Angel Pantoja, Renado Coleman, and Romeo Osorio — are scheduled for a trial on Tuesday, Oct. 28.

Prosecutors said a sixth suspect is in Florida facing federal charges. Attorneys for the suspects could not be reached for comment at press time.

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Shelby Township to honor military, first responder heroes

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — To honor those who protect the community at home and the soldiers who paid the ultimate sacrifice abroad, Shelby Township will host its Patriot Day Prayer Service at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at the township’s Veterans Memorial.

Veterans Event Coordinator Phil Randazzo, a Vietnam veteran whose honors include two Purple Hearts and two Bronze Stars for valor, and the Shelby Township Police and Fire departments host the event. The service allows the community to recognize its first responders and pay respects to Mark Barbret, Tarryl Hill, Christopher Kube, D. Alex Knapp, Todd Lambka and Kyle McClain, the six residents who died from injuries sustained while serving in the U.S. military in Iraq and Afghanistan as part of the Global War on Terror.

Officials from the Shelby Township Police Department and Shelby Township Fire Department will lead the Pledge of Allegiance and place a wreath at the township’s memorial. The event will close with a brief prayer service.

The township will also celebrate its Veterans Day Ceremony coordinated by Randazzo. The Veterans Day Ceremony will feature patriotic music performances, speeches and a prayer at 1:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Veterans Memorial at 52700 Van Dyke Ave.

“The Memorial Day Ceremony is an occasion to remember and honor our fallen soldiers,” said Randazzo. “And, on Veterans Day, we celebrate the men and women who served our nation and were blessed enough to make it back home to their families and friends.”

For more information on the Shelby Township Veterans Memorial and all veterans events, contact the Township Supervisor’s Office at (586) 731-5154.

Shelby Township hosts police open house

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Join the fun at the 2025 Shelby Township Police Open House from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Police Department, 52530 Van Dyke Ave. Don’t miss this chance to get to know your hometown heroes. The event will feature department tours, police vehicles, K-9 and drone demonstrations, a bounce house and more.

Symphonia Chorale recruiting new members

ROMEO — The Symphonia Chorale is recruiting new singer members for the 202526 season, which will begin Tuesday, Sept. 9. The chorale meets weekly from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Romeo. Upcoming concert dates are Dec. 5 and Dec. 7, 2025. This is a non-audition, nonprofit organization that “strives for excellence in performance and repertoire.” For more information, or to join, visit: symphoniachorale. weebly.com or contact Joan McIntyre at mcintyrejkm@yahoo.com.

POW/MIA Memorial Dinner

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4659 in Shelby Township will host a POW/MIA Memorial Dinner at the post on Friday, Sept. 19. A predinner ceremony is scheduled for 4 p.m., followed by a steak dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. Tickets, which cost $20, must be purchased in the clubroom by Sept. 15. The post is located at 8311 Wilson Drive in Shelby Township. For more information, call (586) 781-9109.

Peanuts gang seeks blood donors

METRO DETROIT — The American Red Cross and Peanuts have teamed up to recruit blood donors.

In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Peanuts cartoon, those who give blood Aug. 29 through Sept. 21 will get an exclusive Red Cross x Peanuts mystery bag with one of four special T-shirt designs while they last. There also will be several “golden tickets” randomly hidden in the mystery bags throughout the country. Donors who find a golden ticket will have the chance to redeem it through an online form for all four T-shirts. Go to RedCrossBlood.org/Peanuts for details.

Donors of all blood types, especially those with types O positive and B negative blood, are needed. To make an appointment visit RedCrossBlood.org, call (800)-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor app.

The Peanuts gang, which includes Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy and Linus, was created by Charles M. Schulz.

Metro Boat Show comes to Harrison Township

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — The Metro Boat Show is coming to Lake St. Clair Metropark Sept. 11 through Sept. 14 with lots of boat-related vendors and products for boaters to enjoy.

The show is open from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sept. 11 and Sept. 12, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 13 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sept. 14.

Nicki Polan, executive director of the Michigan Boating Industries Association, said this boat show is her favorite because boats arrive on the water and on land. Her company has been promoting the show for 16 years, but the boat show has been at this location for around 50 years.

“We really do get a lot of big boats because it’s easy to transport them by water,” Polan said. “We’ve had boats at this show up to 60 feet in length. Even if you’re not in the market for a boat that size, it’s fun to check them out and be able to get on a boat that size.”

She said they have all kinds of boats available for fishing, cruising and more.

“Great place to shop, great place to learn about boating if you are just kind of curious,” Polan said.

Vendors come from all over including Harrison Township, St. Clair Shores and more. There will be food trucks, a tiki bar, a trolley service, a kids activities and more for eventgoers to enjoy.

Admission is $10 for adults. Kids 12 and under get in for free. Members of the military and first responders get one free ticket with proper identification. For a full list of vendors and events, visit boatmichigan.org.

File photo by Patricia O’Blenes

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Students arrived at Morgan Elementary before 8:30 a.m., with some being led to the door by their parents and some coming in by themselves.

Lydia Koja dropped off her son at Morgan Elementary. She has two other children who got to school in UCS, and she is also one of the lunch moms who helps out during lunch periods.

“He’s excited, he’s happy for the teacher and his friends, everything,” Koja said.

Morgan Elementary School Principal Sue Lasky was there to greet some of the students and parents and help them with any questions or concerns.

Lasky has been with the elementary school for around 14 years now, and she’s been with UCS for around 18 years.

“This is a role I had wanted to do my entire life, following in the footsteps of my parents who were educators,” Lasky said. “So, it’s very rewarding. You get a lot of time with kids, you get to experience and see growth with kids, education, all of the fun things that you could do as a teacher, but I get to do it on a broader spectrum because I get to watch over the whole school and get to

know the whole school of kids. So, it’s a lot of fun that way.”

For Morgan Elementary’s first day of school, an assembly at 10 a.m. was planned for the whole school to discuss things that the children should know as they start their school year.

“So, we’re going to do a whole school assembly this morning and we’re going to talk about our eight keys of excellence, what each key is, and it’ll start our next two days going through . . . stations on bathroom, playground, and lunchroom, entrance, dismissal,” Lasky said.

Lasky said that there has been a lot of excitement from all the students, which has come from a “Meet the Teachers” night that occurred on Aug. 25, and a new playground structure.

Korey Schneider, a Morgan Elementary building substitute and parent who has been with the school for four years, enjoyed greeting the students as they arrived.

“They’ve been in such good moods,” Schneider said. “Even the kindergarteners, I haven’t seen any tears, which is shocking. You know, kindergarteners are usually kind of teary, but nope. Not this year. We got all these good faces.”

For more information, visit uticak12. org/morgan.

Art & Apples

Nearly 60,000 attendees visit the festival each year over the three-day weekend, and Paint Creek Center for the Arts Executive Director Shaun Hayes said the goal is always to keep the festival fresh to draw both new and returning visitors.

“It’s a great way to kick off the fall season, now that the weather is starting to cool off,” he said.

Over 250 artists from across the nation will display and sell their work in 16 different fine art mediums — including ceramics, digital art, drawing, textiles, glass, printmaking, jewelry, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture, wood and more.

“We will have nearly 300 artists from across the country coming out this year, so more than we’ve had in several years now, and they are a lot of the top artists from around the country,” said Hayes.

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Shelby Township-based artist Kandy Myny, of Bit O’ Whimsey Design Studio, is returning to Arts and Apples with her oneof-a-kind mixed media paintings, which she said are designed to bring people joy.

“I love Art & Apples because it’s a hometown show,” she said. “A lot of people know me in the area, so it has a really good crowd and it’s a really beautiful setting in the park.”

Although Myny said her art style had evolved over her 16 years of creating, she said her goal has remained the same.

“I just want to make bright, whimsical, happy art that is positive,” she said.

Myny begins each piece by selecting a background layer of canvas or wood, which she then embellishes in layers using tissue papers, textured papers, fabric, paint, found objects and more. She said the end result is “a happy mixture of materials,” where each layer is visible and patterns and textures peek through. She will be bringing her original paintings to the show, along with prints,

cards, coasters and other materials.

New to the show this year is wood artist Tim McEvoy, of Timae Wooden Home Portraits.

“I’ve always liked working with wood, but about eight years ago, I made wooden portraits of our childhood home for my brothers and sisters for Christmas and it just kind of snowballed from there,” McEvoy said.

McEvoy, of Clinton Township, continues to create handcrafted home portraits from wood using photographs supplied by customers. He uses three to five different species of wood in varying thicknesses to simulate the colors and depth of each home.

McEvoy plans to bring approximately 10-12 samples of his work to the art fair, and he hopes to connect with those looking to commission him for a custom, made-to-order piece.

“I’ll do just about anything. I’ve done homes, I’ve done businesses and I’ve even done a boat. I’m open to anything,” he said.

Ceramic artist Danielle Rancilio is also thrilled to be a first-time Art & Apples artist.

“I’ve lived in Rochester Hills for almost 12 years, and going to Art & Apples was my introduction to Rochester before we moved here,” Rancilio said in a prepared statement. “It feels very special to participate; I love having the opportunity to participate in events in my community.”

For an inside look into how fine art is created, guests can stop by the Creation Station for live art-making demonstrations, including glass blowing, ceramic wheel throwing and plein air painting from Michigan artists.

Children can enjoy the popular — and free — Meijer Kids Art Zone, which typically offers face painting, inflatables, makeand-take art projects and more.

Those ready to rest their weary legs can head to the bandshell to watch Rochesterarea high school bands, local dance companies, and more. All performances will

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be located on the main stage in Rochester Municipal Park, and all are family-friendly, according to organizers.

Festivalgoers can also pay to sample a variety of offerings from different food vendors throughout the weekend.

“One thing we really tried to emphasize this year is encouraging our food vendors to have apple-based products. Almost every food vendor is going to have something apple-related on their menu,” Hayes said.

The Art & Apples Festival is the PCCA’s signature fundraiser to support the nonprofit’s art classes for kids and adults, free art exhibitions, art market, summer camps, and community outreach through its Art Anywhere program.

A suggested $5 tax-deductible donation per person at each entrance to the festival will provide funding for the PCCA, which works year-round to promote the arts.

“The Art & Apples Festival is Paint Creek Center for the Arts’ biggest fundraiser of the year,” Hayes said.

Art & Apples will be open 2-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept.

6; and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7, in Rochester Municipal Park. Organizers said dogs are not allowed in the park during special events.

Free shuttle transportation to and from Rochester High School, 1361 Walton Blvd. in Rochester Hills, will be provided by OPC Social & Activity Center’s transportation services with wheelchair lift-equipped buses for accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

For more information, visit pccart. org/festival or call the PCCA at (248) 6514110.

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Photo provided by Tim McEvoy

Clinton Township resident Tim McEvoy, of Timae Wooden Home Portraits, creates custom art of family homes and cottages.

Standing in front of his produce and previous awards, David Kutchey holds the historical marker for Kutchey Family Market. Kutchey Family Market was founded in Warren in the early 1800s and hasn’t left since. The current location on 27825 Ryan Road was opened eight years ago.

FAMILY MARKETS, GARDEN CENTERS ROOTED IN HOMETOWNS

BY MIKE KOURY mkoury@candgnews.com

DETROIT — Creating a lasting business in a community can be quite difficult. Growing that business can be even more stressful.

Some of the longest lasting businesses in metro Detroit are its family markets and garden centers, founded decades ago. Many still can be visited at their original locations. Impressively, there might not be many other businesses that have lasted longer than Kutchey Family Market. It has been part of the fabric of the city of Warren since the early 1800s. The original farm and store were located at 3202 East 10 Mile Road. It was eight years ago when David Kutchey decided to sell

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Graceful Moves Dance: Now Registering Students!

tend through adults, with options for beginners and experienced dancers alike.

ognition beyond the community.

Graceful Moves Dance is entering its 19th season and continuing a tradition that began when founder and owner Grace-Anne Ballor turned her lifelong passion for dance into a career.

“I’ve been dancing since age 5 and always dreamed of having my own studio,” she said. “I also love working with children and helping them grow, both as dancers and as people.”

The studio oﬀers instruction in jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, hip-hop and tumbling. Classes begin at age 2—earlier than most studios in the area—and ex-

All instructors have professional dance backgrounds, and several have been with the studio since it opened. Some are former students who returned after college to teach.

“Parents appreciate that our costumes are more modest, especially for the younger dancers,” Grace-Anne said. “We want kids to enjoy dance without feeling pressured to ﬁt an image.”

Graceful Moves emphasizes personal connection. Teachers know students by name before they walk into class, and younger dancers are greeted with stickers and name tags to help them feel comfortable. A homework area and family-friendly lobby make it easier for parents and siblings while they wait during class times.

The studio’s focus on student growth has led to rec-

This past summer, Graceful Moves received the Studio of Excellence award at a national competition, an honor the studio has earned multiple times. Alumni have gone on to dance on college teams, in professional ensembles and at Disney theme parks.

Dr., Suite 120, in Shelby Township. To register, call (248) 608-2828 or visit gracefulmovesdancestudio.com. Find Graceful Moves Dance on Facebook.

Still, Grace-Anne said her greatest joy is seeing students grow in conﬁdence. “Some kids walk in hesitant to step into the room,” she said. “Months later, they’re on stage with a smile, proud of what they’ve accomplished.”

Discover how dance can build conﬁdence, creativity and lasting friendships—sign up today. Enrollment for the new season is open through Jan. 15, 2026.

Photos by Patricia O’Blenes

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We’re proud to serve customers all over Oakland and Macomb counties, from Rochester Hills to Shelby Township to Royal Oak and beyond. Whether we’re xing a furnace in Birmingham or installing an AC system in Clinton Township, our team of licensed, NATE-certi ed technicians are known for showing up on time, solving the problem right, and standing by our work.

We o er a full range of services: AC and furnace repair, maintenance and installation, boiler service, water heater installs, air quality solutions, and smart thermostat installs. We serve both residential and commercial customers, and we’re proud to be a Trane Comfort Specialist and multiple-time Top Performance Dealer award winner.

But what truly sets us apart? Our people. We have a phenomenal team of techs and installers, as well as an administrative team who care deeply about our customers and each other. When

something goes wrong, we make it right — fast. We don’t cut corners, and we don’t walk away from tough jobs.

A er more than 27 years, we’re still proudly family-owned and operated. We believe in doing the right thing, treating people fairly, and making sure your home stays safe, comfortable, and energy-e cient.

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Briarwood Heating & Cooling is located at 46851 Dequindre Rd. in Rochester Hills.

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It’s Time To Liven Up Your Fall Landscape With Mums!

Landscape designer Matt Colonius, co-owner of Piechnik’s Garden Center & Nursery, recommends that now is the best time to plant mums if you want to enjoy vibrant, colorful blooms for months to come. As summer fades away, this “Queen of Fall Flowers” comes into its own.

“We have a wide variety of colors and types, as well as some of the harder-to-ﬁnd mums that are ideal for people who want to spruce up their gardens this time of year or use mums in one of our custom planters by their front door,” Matt said.

“We have one of the largest selections in the area — and the colors are unbelievable.”

Piechnik’s was founded by siblings Stan and Diane Piechnik in 1984. Today, together with Matt, they grow about 10,000 mums.

Colors range from whites and beiges to yellows, golds and oranges to reds, pinks and purples, and there can be nearly a dozen different shades of each color.

The ﬂowers can be single daisies, multi-petalled pompons or those with petite, standard or giant blooms.

At Piechnik’s, customers will ﬁnd mums with names like Autumn Sunset, Jacqueline Pearl, Orange Fusion, Bonnie Red, Staviski White, Vitamin Chili, Demi Pink and Dazzling Stacy.

“Tiger Eyes is a beautiful mix of gold and yellow, and Conaco Gold is a great late-season mum,” Matt added.

His favorite is a new variety called Champagne, with pale beige-tinted yellowy orange blooms reminiscent of the sparkling beverage.

“The color is just gorgeous,” he said.

Matt hand-selects the varieties he believes will be the hardiest.

“We have two designers who work with us here, and we grow our mums outside in ﬁelds instead of in a green-

house,” he said. “Our drip irrigation system gives them exactly what they need, which results in hardier plants that tend to have more ﬂower buds and typically produce two sets of ﬂowers.”

Matt and his colleagues are a closeknit bunch who enjoy helping customers meet all their gardening needs.

“We are having our 13th annual Sidewalk Sale, save up to 90% Off. Several unique items, but hurry, it ends soon,” he said. “Come out and tour this magniﬁcent splendor in person.”

Piechnik’s Garden Center & Nursery is located at 1095 N. Rochester Rd. in Oakland.

For more information, call (586) 336-7200 or visit piechniks.com. Follow @piechniksgardengate on Facebook and Instagram.

From providing nancial literacy programs for teens to ongoing educational resources for adults and seniors, Community Choice Credit Union is proud to partner with its members and the community to achieve the goal of nancial wellness.

Simply put: It’s never too early or too late to learn how to save, manage money or build nancial security.

“My role is to develop and deliver educational content around nances which is geared at all ages,” said Beth Riske, a career educator and now an education specialist for Community Choice Credit Union. “We are developing content that is applicable for elementary-aged kids, all the way up to seniors. With that in mind, our goal is to reach them where they are. We know that each generation consumes their content in di erent ways.”

Community Choice Credit Union continues to roll out resources that demonstrate its commitment to nancial wellness.

CCCU o ers educational options for lifelong ﬁ nancial learners

e Cash for Classrooms grant program is built on the belief that learning nancial lessons should start early and change as children grow. In September, teachers in elementary and secondary school classrooms can apply for one of ten $500 grants.

“If we can give them some funds so they can purchase software or other resources, we want to do that. ey may have great nancial lessons they want to implement,” Riske said, “and we know when we reach kids early on, they’re going to be so much more successful when they grow into adulthood.”

For high school students, the credit union’s nancial reality fairs really resonate.

“Michigan high schools now have a personal nance graduation requirement. e nancial reality fair supplements and supports that curriculum,” Riske said. “ e students are given a random career and salary. Some students are given a career where they make $30,000, some are given a career where they make $80,000. Taxes and 401(k)s are taken out. en it’s time to make

some nancial decisions. It’s one of those activities where they take the learning that’s happening in the classroom and put it into practice, to see how their decisions impact a budget. Leasing versus buying a car, having a roommate or living alone. All of

ums and social media.

“We want to make sure we’re giving correct information in this age of misinformation,” Riske said.

All of these opportunities to learn are presented free through Community Choice Union as an outreach.

these decisions they have to make are done in one hour. ey are so engaged. ey love it.”

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Retirement

Is The Perfect Time To Learn To Play

Most people in the Shelby Township, Macomb Township and Rochester area have heard of Kawai Music and many know of its reputation since 1981 as the premier place to learn how to play the piano.

But what many people don’t know is that Kawai Music’s classrooms are places where active retirees gather to laugh, mingle and fulﬁll their lifelong goal of learning to play the keyboard.

Mary Anne David, the manager at Kawai Music said the keyboard

classes are full of energetic and independent active retirees eager to learn from expert teachers with Kawai Music’s innovative curriculum.

“The program has been ongoing for many years and recently updated. The beneﬁts of current technology allow the students to play quickly and easily,” Mary Anne said. “But now their children are grown, they’re retired, and they tell me, ‘It’s my time!’

“Our students typically have wanted to learn how to play the keyboard for a long time; it’s not a new concept in their life,” Mary Anne added.

every skill level, and most students step into their ﬁrst class without any music experience whatsoever. Each program meets once a week for 8 weeks, which includes a private lesson. The cost of that 8-week program is now just $99 for all new students.

At the end of the program, students progress to the next level of instruction — complete with a graduation ceremony — and continue their studies of music until they reach their desired skill levels.

New students needn’t have any experience to join the fun. Kawai Music oﬀers keyboard classes for

“The classes are just as much about making friends as learning the keyboard,” Mary Anne said. “We even oﬀer a free loaner instrument to our new students so they can get started.

connections,” she added. “They become very close and support each other. That’s why these classes are so eﬀective and enjoyable.”

Joe, a Level 1 student at Kawai Music, said, “They really make you feel at home. I’ve never played before, and now I feel more comfortable with it.”

“I’m so amazed that I’m playing the keyboard now,” said Betty, another Level 1 student. “The lessons are pretty basic and you can really learn a lot.”

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that land and open a market at 27825 Ryan Road to sell produce and an expanded inventory of flowers and gardening supplies. The land was formerly home to Young’s Garden Mart & Christmas Fantasy, another longtime family farm business in Warren.

Kutchey said they always wanted to stay in Warren when looking for a new spot, as the community has always supported the business. They want to support the community, too.

“We just obviously enjoy the community and we’re so well known in the community,” he said. “People know us from being here for the original farm on 10 Mile. Being there for over 170 years, it’s just been a staple in the community … I don’t want to start all over. We have an excellent reputation and people know us and they trust us, and they know they can get good quality produce when it’s in season. So it was the right thing to do to stay here.”

Over in Troy, Uncle Luke’s Feed Store found its home in the city around 100 years ago in the 1920s selling their products to locals in one form or another, originally as

Stiles Feed Store. The market operated out of a shed next to the current location as a farm outlet and hardware store.

The market eventually found its current home at 6691 Livernois Road in 1946, opening as “Uncle Luke’s Print Shop.” It has been there in Troy ever since.

Longtime employee Gil Tufts said their longevity in Troy has been due to their loyal customers.

“That’s the secret to our business,” he said. “I’ve got one lady that travels from Petoskey down here, and probably some further. … If you don’t have a loyal customer base and you don’t treat your customers right, you’re not going to be in business and that’s something we always strive to do here.”

Troy also is home to Telly’s Greenhouse & Garden Center at 3301 John R Road, where it was founded in 1978.

Telly’s Greenhouse kind of fell into the family’s lap, according to owner George Papadelis, as they had been neighbors next to an old woman with a greenhouse who then died in 1976. Papadelis’ father, Gust, bought that land in 1977.

Papadelis said the business got its start when, as a kid, it was suggested he and his brother grow plants in the greenhouse and

sell them to make money for a family trip to Greece. They then painted a sign and sold flowers from the side of the road, making $1,000.

The business eventually grew and became what it is today, where it took on the name Telly’s, which was the name of Gust Papadelis’ Greek restaurant.

Since its beginnings, Telly’s has grown to include multiple locations in Michigan but currently has its base of operations at its Troy location and in Shelby Township, where they bought several acres of land 15 years ago to grow their flowers and plants. That’s where they do more than 90% of their growing.

That being said, Papadelis said they plan to stay at their Troy home.

“We’re staying here at the Troy location because it’s an excellent location and we’ve developed a property well to accommodate the store and, quite frankly, I feel like we’ve done a lot to promote gardening in the area and sort of get people to appreciate it more and enjoy it more,” he said.

Papadelis said the city of Troy has grown around them, as has the need for plants from a reputable and family-owned garden center.

“We just grew along with that need,”

he said. “As the market changed, we adapted to it because the same person that was growing the plants was selling the plants, which is me. So things have changed an awful lot since, of course, we started almost 50 years ago, but we’re still all about plants that we grow, and we love doing that and we’re good at it and we’re very service-oriented. Customers expect to see me here and they expect to get their questions answered accurately and, in most cases, passionately.”

In the case of Kutchey Family Market, the business has made such an impact in Warren that it was designated with a historical marker.

Kutchey said the designation was something that made him proud that he could continue his family’s legacy in Warren.

“It makes me very proud that I can continue on the family legacy that my great grandfather and my grandfather and my father and all them, that when they settled on 10 Mile and that was the original property, and then they started farming, that I can continue that and bring people good quality fruit and vegetables … and continue the legacy and keep supporting the community that supports us,” he said.

Call Staff Writer Mike Koury at (586) 498-1077.

UCS shows DeKeyser Elementary upgrades

LEFT: There are no keys for the rooms at the recently renovated DeKeyser Elementary, only key cards. The rooms can be locked down from the office or by the teacher inside the classroom. Panels have also been installed to stop access to the door handle in the event the glass is broken.

RIGHT: The new playground at the recently renovated DeKeyser Elementary School will be open to nearby residents outside of school hours. Since much of the student population lives nearby, walking paths from the neighborhood have been poured from multiple directions.

ABOVE: Tables await students and their creativity in the new art room at DeKeyser Elementary.

LEFT: DeKeyser Elementary is ready for the new school year.

BELOW LEFT: DeKeyser Elementary School Principal Shannon Hathcock shows a classroom library and learning boards in a sixth grade classroom Aug. 21, a few days before the first day of the new school year.

BELOW RIGHT: Following the completion of DeKeyser Elementary’s renovations, areas for each grade are located off the main hallway, which is a change from the openness of the old design, where one could see from one end of the school to the other.

Photos by Patricia O’Blenes

DeKeyser

this 2023 bond issue, there was an emphasis around what do we want to see happen with transformation in our facilities,” UCS Superintendent Robert S. Monroe said. “That was also a big part of what the Board of Education pushed forward when they requested me to start a strategic plan for the school district over the next five years, and that strategic plan, it called for creative ways for instructing our students today but also looking at how we can transform our facilities to better leverage that instruction for today’s learners, but also for tomorrow’s learners as well.”

In terms of safety, doors and classroom walls were added to the formerly open-concept facility, and the doors include safety locks in classrooms and impact- and shatterresistant glass. Other safety features include a buzzer system for visitors and a new audiovisual system, which can send immediate alerts to the school office in the event of an emergency.

“We have the ability to lock down every area within the building with a push of a button in the office, but the technology also allows our teachers to shut down,” DeKeyser Principal Shannon Hathcock said. “So, if there was something that were to happen in this end of the building, our teachers can put the building into a complete lockdown just by the push of their fingers on their lanyards, which is an amazing safety feature.”

While the school has separate classrooms, different grade levels will also have shared spaces that intend to promote collaboration and flexibility among students and staff. This is also evident in the school’s furniture, much of which can be moved around as educators see fit.

“You’ll notice that there are no name tags on these (desks) because really, we’re not assigning a seat to a student like you would

see back when we went to school,” Hathcock said. “These chairs are meant to be very flexible for different purposes, different reasons . . . So our teacher desk is also very condensed . . . and we have movable workstations that our teachers are excited about.”

The updated classroom technology is a new audio-visual system, which includes a projection system, a document camera and a lanyard microphone that can be used to amplify voices or alert the main office in emergency situations. All DeKeyser classrooms are included in this upgraded system.

Other DeKeyser Elementary School updates include a new playground, a cafeteria/gym that is separated by a retractable wall, and a buried geothermal energy system.

“The students are very excited to come in and see their new (playground) equipment,” Hathcock said. “It’s divided in two sections, so we’ll have two different grade levels outside, divided by some great sensory options down the middle.”

DeKeyser is the first of three UCS elementary schools that are currently scheduled for reconstruction. Over the next two years, both Graebner Elementary and Havel Elementary, which were built with similar open-school concepts, will be completely reconstructed to reflect the new building design.

“Each building will be a little unique, have very similar attributes but kind of the visuals, it’s own style,” Monroe said. “It will have its own, you know, branding for its community of learners, which is exciting because in Utica Schools we probably have four or five different models of elementary schools for our 25 different elementary schools. The goal is to keep it Utica but, at the same time, give each community their own something that they can embrace and call their own.”

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20A/SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • SHELBY-UTICA NEWS

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Woodward Dream Cruise Aug. 16 and the Berkley CruiseFest Classic Car Parade Aug. 15. Naumann’s camper looks like it rides backward while pulling a 1985 Ford Ranger pickup truck.

SETTING UP ‘CAMP’ IN A CUSTOM-MADE CARAVAN THAT CRUISES IN REVERSE

BY MARIA ALLARD allard@candgnews.com

METRO DETROIT — When it comes to car cruises, Jerry Naumann knows how to make a grand entrance.

For many years, the car enthusiast drove an upsidedown GMC 1984 Rally van that attracted crowds from St. Clair Shores to downriver communities. After owning it for several years, he sold the vehicle to a gentleman in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where the upside-down van currently rests.

But the wheels behind Naumann’s cruising days are still spinning. A couple of years ago, he purchased another offbeat vehicle that looks like a camper riding backward while connected to a 1985 Ford Ranger pickup truck. Naumann drove the memorable trailer in this year’s Woodward Dream Cruise Aug. 16 and made an appearance at the Berkley CruiseFest Classic Car Parade Aug. 15 where he “had a blast.”

Here’s the twist: the trailer isn’t really a camper but is manufactured to look like one.

“It’s just vinyl siding and it has a 2-by-2 framework,” Naumann said.

With a 1998 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer floor plan with drivetrain, a front and back seat, and steering wheel, it appears as if the Ford Ranger is backing up with the trailer behind it. But it’s really the trailer driving forward while pulling the Ranger behind it.

“Pretty much the body was removed off the ’98 Chevy Blazer and the seats were left there. The camper is bolted to it. It just drives itself. The Blazer is what pulls the whole framework of the camper,” Naumann said. “You can see the dashboard and the engine is all intact. The four wheels actually propel this camper.”

Naumann said the engine from the Ford Ranger was removed to make the ride lighter. The camper can drive by itself, but Naumann always has the Ranger with it so spectators can get the full illusion.

“The same guy that did the van for me did this,” Naumann said. “I saw this about three years ago up in Flint at Back to the Bricks. Very nice, high-end cars go there.”

While en route, Naumann often keeps the speedometer at 40 mph. There is no radio, and the air conditioner doesn’t work, but the windows bring in fresh air. Naumann attaches a wire between the two vehicles so the Ranger’s taillights and turn signals work.

“That way people see when they’re coming up behind the truck if I’m turning or breaking,” he said.

The camper stands about 7 1/2 feet in height. Naumann gets a kick out of driving the rig around town. When people see him driving by, they pull out their cameras to take photos and videos.

“It’s that shock and awe, I guess,” Naumann said. “When driving down the road, you love to see people, especially little kids, smiling and pointing at it. I just love seeing

Classic Cars for the Cure Sept. 20

DETROIT/CLAWSON — The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute will hold its third annual Classic Cars for the Cure from 7 to 10:30 p.m. Sept. 20 at a private garage at 1330 N. Crooks Road in Clawson. Funds raised will support cancer research at Karmanos in Detroit.

The event will include a strolling supper by Forte Belanger, live 1950s and ’60s music by Stella and her band Intrigue, a performance and swing dance lessons from the Oakland University Dance Team, and dessert served in a 1950s diner. Guests, too, can learn more about Karmanos’ research.

Attendees are asked to wear cocktail attire or 1950s and 1960s-style flair. Al Trombetta, Classic Cars for the Cure automobile curator, has gathered 25 rare classic cars from museums and top collectors to showcase. The event is personal for Trombetta, whose mother died of lung cancer. Debra Partrich, of Bloomfield Hills, is a member of the Karmanos Cancer Institute Board of Directors and also a cancer survivor who underwent treatment at Karmanos.

“If it weren’t for a doctor doing research to find a cure for the cancer I had, I would not be here today. I would not be able to watch my grandsons grow up, spend more time with my family, enjoy trips with my husband, or be around with my friends,” she said in a prepared statement. “That’s the most important thing. Just to be present. This event is a wonderful evening full of classic cars, dancing, music and just a lot of fun. And we are raising dollars for research. Research that will hopefully someday cure cancer.”

Helping to make Classic Cars for the Cure a success is Franklin resident and event sponsor Jeff Kopelman. His wife, Sandy, was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer but lived for 4 1/2 years because of the cancer treatment she received from Dr. Robert Morris and the Karmanos staff. Tickets cost $250 each at karmanos.org/cars25.

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the expression on their faces and the fact they enjoy it.”

Naumann lives close enough to the Berkley CruiseFest Classic Car Parade on 12 Mile Road that he can see people as they mark their spots with lawn chairs and canopies to get a good view of the event. He loves to see so many spectators come to town, which he said boosts the economy and puts Berkley on the map. The same goes for the Woodward Dream Cruise, which stretches through several communities in Oakland County.

Naumann has always been interested in cars, something that was in the family’s DNA.

“I restored many cars and painted many cars,” he said. “My dad was into cars and my older brother was into cars.”

Along with the backward camper, Naumann owns two Plymouth Prowlers: a 1999 model and a 2001 model. The ’01 Prowler has 130,000 miles on it.

“That one, I drove all over the country just to events,” said Naumann, who belongs to the online Plymouth Prowler Enthusiasts car club.

This year, the club met up in Hocking Hills, Ohio. Last year, the Prowler peeps got together for camaraderie in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

Partrich

Kopelman

Jerry Naumann, of Berkley, brought his backwards trailer to this year’s

Photos by Liz Carnegie

Softball

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grandkids to watch family members play.

“It’s such a nice feeling to get out there. The wives come out and watch or the family and grandkids come out and watch,” Zamora said. “Everybody just knows each other and they get along well. We enjoy it so much.”

The league is full of guys that not only know each other, but have played softball or baseball with each other for many years. Part of what makes it such a special environment is the fact that some of these players have competed against or with others for decades.

“We’ve known each other for a long time,” Martinico said. “We’re competitive. Yeah, we want to compete, but the friendship part of it is a big part of it, too.”

The epitome of the competitive-yet-fun atmosphere was the championship game itself. The final score was 11-6 and the game saw a handful of highlight plays from the two best teams in the league.

“What a great game it was. There were diving catches made by the outfielders, and I don’t think there were any errors,” Martinico said. “There were a lot of people there watching. It was a great game.”

Every year, the Shelby-Warren Senior Softball League plays a relaxed and fun game with everyone in the league to mark the end of the season. This year, the game will have over 100 players, and will take place at Jimmy John’s Field in Utica.

“Everything is kind of geared towards having fun and yet still being a little competitive,” Martinico said. “As the league goes, it’s the camaraderie. I got everyone on my team to participate (in the Jimmy John’s Field game).”

The Shelby-Warren Senior Softball League continues to be a great community and the Sterco Refractory Steel men’s team will look to get the band back together next year for another championship run. Games are played at Mae Stecker Park in Shelby Township and Halmich Park in Warren.

Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.

SYNOPSIS OF MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF SHELBY BOARD OF TRUSTEES HELD ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 5, 2025, IN THE BOARD ROOM OF THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 52700 VAN DYKE, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN.

The meeting was called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Supervisor Richard Stathakis.

The Invocation was led by Pastor Wesley Woods from Heritage Church – Sterling Heights, MI, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. AWARDS & PRESENTATIONS

Mr. Stathakis gave an update on the Schoenherr Road improvements. He noted that he was in Lansing with Deputy Supervisor Lynde Oddo where he was able to provide testimony to the legislative panel regarding road improvements. He asked for $16 million to finish the Schoenherr Road improvements. Further details of improvements and financial cost for each mile stretch of road from 23 Mile to 26 Mile were also reviewed. Updates for Ryan Road were reviewed as well.

ROLL CALL

Members Present: Richard Stathakis, Stanley Grot, James Carabelli, Lucia Di Cicco, Lisa Casali, John Vermeulen, Vince Viviano Also Present: Rob Huth, Township Attorney

APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

A. Minutes: Board Meeting -- July 15, 2025; Work Session -- July 29, 2025 (Requested by Clerk’s Office)

To approve the minutes, as presented.

B. Request for Appointing Authority for Disciplinary Action in the Police Department (Requested by Human Resources)

To concur with the recommendation of Human Resources Director Lisa Suida and grant Appointing Authority to the Chief of Police for a 30-day period commencing on August 5, 2025, solely for the purpose of imposing disciplinary action, up to and including the termination of employment, pertaining to separate matters involving Police Patrol Officers employed by the Police Department.

C. Letter of Understanding with the Municipal Supervisory Employees’ Bargaining Unit (Requested by Human Resources)

To concur with the recommendation of Human Resources Director Lisa Suida and Township Assessor Matthew Schmidt and approve a Letter of Understanding with the Municipal Supervisory Employees’ Bargaining Unit that amends the wage schedule for the Deputy Assessor in the Assessing Department, effective August 5, 2025, as presented.

D. Renewal of Learning Management System Agreement (Requested by Human Resources)

To concur with the recommendation of the Human Resources Director Lisa Suida and renew the contract for the Township’s Learning Portal and Learning Management System with Biz Library at a cost of $35,864.40 for two years. Funds are to be taken from General Fund line item 101-261-802-500.

E. Community Relations Department Part-Time Broadcast Engineer Compensation (Requested by Human Resources)

To concur with the recommendation of Community Relations Director Brad Bates and Human Resources Director Lisa Suida and approve the addition of a part-time, non-benefit eligible position of Broadcast Engineer to the pay plan for non-represented part-time/seasonal workers, as presented, to be effective August 10, 2025.

F. 2024 CDBG Construction Contract Award (ADA Crosswalks on 23 Mile Road from Van Dyke to Dequindre) (Requested by Planning and Zoning)

To concur with the recommendation of Township Engineers AEW and award the ADA crosswalk installation contract for the north and south sides of 23 Mile Road from Van Dyke to Dequindre to Luigi Ferdinandi & Son Cement Company, Inc., at a cost of $131,714.21, with additional 10% construction contingency and soft costs of $13,171.42, and engineering costs of $32,928.55 for a total project cost of $177,814.18. Funds are to be taken as follows: $150,000.00 from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Fund line item 286-696-967-000 and $27,814.18 from Capital Improvement Fund line item 427-446-967-500 and amend the budget accordingly.

G. 2024 CDBG Construction Contract Award (ADA Crosswalks on Van Dyke, from Nancy St. to 23 Mile Rd.) (Requested by Planning and Zoning)

To concur with the recommendation of Township Engineers Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick, Inc. (AEW) and award the ADA crosswalk installation contract on the east and west sides of Van Dyke from Nancy Street to 23 Mile Road to Luigi Ferdinandi & Son Cement Company, Inc., at a cost of $119,074.11, with additional 10% construction contingency and soft costs of $11,907.41, and engineering costs of $29,768.53 for a total project cost of $160,750.05.

Funds are to be taken as follows: $150,000.00 from Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Fund line item 286-696-967-000 and $10,750.05 from Capital Improvement Fund line item 427-446-967-500 and amend the budget accordingly.

H. Bill Run in the Amount of $2,854,751.69. (Requested by Financial Management)

To approve the Bill Run in the amount of $2,854,751.69, as presented.

MOTION carried to approve the Consent Agenda, as presented.

Roll Call: Ayes – Grot, Di Cicco, Stathakis, Vermeulen, Viviano, Carabelli, Casali Nays – none

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

MOTION carried to approve the Agenda, with the numbering of the FOIA appeal as

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF SHELBY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MILLAGE RATES FOR 2026 BUDGET

The Charter Township of Shelby Board of Trustees will hold a Public Hearing on the millage rates that will support the 2026 Proposed Budget, at the Municipal Offices, 52700 Van Dyke, Shelby Township, Michigan, 48316, on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. in the Shelby Township Board Room.

“The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing.”

This notice is published in compliance with Public Act 267 of 1976, as amended, M.C.L.A. 41.72a(2)(3), M.C.L. 141.412, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or service at the hearing should contact the Shelby Township Clerk’s Office at (586) 731-5102, TDD (586) 726-2731.

A copy of the 2026 Proposed Budget and the 2025 Budget, as amended, will be on file and available for inspection beginning September 16, 2025 during the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, at the Office of the Township Clerk.

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Published: Shelby-Utica News 09/03/2025

306 – Animal Control Ordinance Amendment, as amended. CORRESPONDENCE

0164-2536

1A. Appeal of Freedom of Information Act Fees (Requested by Human Resources) MOTION carried to concur with the recommendation of the FOIA Coordinator’s Office and uphold the fees related to FOIA request 10JULY416 by Daniel Alton and deny the appeal.

Roll Call: Ayes – Vermeulen, Viviano, Carabelli, Casali, Di Cicco, Grot, Stathakis Nays – none PLANNING COMMISSION

1. Site Plan Special Land Use #25-17 Rev. Joseph S. Mallia (St. Kieran Catholic Church) (Requested by Planning and Zoning)

MOTION carried to concur with the recommendation from the Planning Commission and approve Site Plan Special Land Use #25-17 Reverend Joseph S. Mallia (for St. Kieran Catholic Church); 53600 Mound Road, Parcel No. 23-07-09-301-003, located north of 24 Mile Road, on the east side of Mound Road; Parking Lot Expansion. The applicant has met or exceeded the standards presented in the Township Zoning Ordinance, including Section 6.5, Special Land Use Standards and Section 4.4, Churches and Private Schools. Revised site plans must be submitted to comply with all Planning Commission, engineering and department comments.

Roll Call: Ayes – Casali, Carabelli, Di Cicco, Grot, Stathakis, Vermeulen, Viviano Nays – none

2. Preferred Contractor’s List (Requested by Planning and Zoning)

MOTION carried to receive and file the Preferred Contractor’s List as established to support the Township, as needed with Township-related projects for three (3) years with an option at the Township’s discretion to renew.

Roll Call: Ayes – Carabelli, Di Cicco, Grot, Stathakis, Vermeulen, Viviano, Casali Nays – none

DEPARTMENTAL & COMMITTEE

3. Waste Hauler Review Performance (Requested by Supervisor’s Office)

4. Water Main Replacement - Installation 26 Mile and Jewell Rd (Requested by DPW)

MOTION carried to concur with the recommendation of Public Works Director Danielle Allen and authorize Township Engineers Anderson, Eckstein and Westrick, Inc. (AEW) to perform necessary design services, including wetland investigation and soil investigation and permitting, for the installation of a replacement water main along 26 Mile Road and new water main along Jewell Road in the amount of $99,000.00. Funds are to be taken from Water and Sewer Fund line item 592-152-000.

5. Request to Authorize Repair of Defective Sidewalks (Requested by Building Department)

MOTION carried to concur with the recommendation of Building Director Tim Wood and authorize the Township Treasurer to proceed to assess costs and a 25% administrative fee against certain properties pursuant to Section 58-528 of the Township Code of Ordinances for contractor repair costs on defective sidewalks at locations which were identified in the Township Engineer’s report, and which are not timely repaired.

6. OPEB Trust Investment Consultant Agreement Amendment (Requested by Financial Management)

MOTION carried to concur with the recommendation of Finance Director Allan McDonald and Human Resources Director Lisa Suida and approve the OPEB Trust investment consultant agreement amendments and increase the fees paid to Mariner Institutional, LLC for OPEB Trust investment advisory services from $40,000 annually to $60,000 annually retroactive to July 1, 2025 with amounts to be billed in four quarterly installments. Funds are to be paid out of the assets of the OPEB Trust.

Roll Call: Ayes – Casali, Vermeulen, Viviano, Carabelli, Di Cicco, Grot, Stathakis Nays – none

7. Ezee Fiber Texas LLC - METRO Act Permit (Requested by Clerk’s Office)

MOTION carried to approve the METRO Act Application submitted by Ezee Fiber Texas LLC, as received by the Clerk’s Office, and authorize the Township Supervisor and Clerk to execute all necessary documents to facilitate the project as outlined in the submitted materials.

8. Filipino American Sports Teams of Detroit Recreation, Inc - Non-Profit Organization - Charitable Gaming License Request (Requested by Clerk’s Office)

MOTION carried to concur with the Township Clerk and approve the request from the Filipino American Sports Teams of Detroit Recreation, Inc., a nonprofit organization, asking that they be recognized as a non-profit organization operating in the community of Shelby Township, County of Macomb, for the purpose of obtaining a charitable gaming license.

Roll Call: Ayes – Grot, Viviano, Carabelli, Casali, DiCicco, Stathakis, Vermeulen Nays – none

9. Introduction of Ordinance 306 - Animal Control Ordinance Amendment (Requested by Clerk’s Office)

Item removed at Board Meeting. MOTION carried to adjourn at 8:50 p.m. A COMPLETE SET OF MINUTES IS AVAILABLE IN THE CLERK’S OFFICE FOR REVIEW OR AT WWW.SHELBYTWP.ORG. Stanley Grot Published: Shelby-Utica News 09/03/2025

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