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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is extending the application window for the more than 11,000 pre-qualified Detroiters who want to work at the Company’s assembly plant being built on the city’s eastside. The deadline for applications is now Sept. 29.

The extension applies to Detroiters who have already successfully completed the Detroit at Work Job Readiness activities held at over 300 events around the city since June.

“We decided to extend the application window to make sure that all Detroit residents who are already on the list have an additional opportunity to complete the application process,” said Mike Lackaye, head of hourly staffing, FCA. “Our intent has always been to make sure that Detroit residents are considered first, and we feel that this extension is important in achieving that objective.”

The application window initially opened on Aug. 26 to Detroit residents in the impact area, the three zip codes surrounding the new plant. All other Detroiters began applying on Sept. 9.

FCA announced in February that it would invest $2.5 billion to convert the former Mack Avenue Engine Complex into a new assembly plant and retool the Jefferson North Assembly Plant, bringing nearly 5,000 new jobs to the city to support production of the next-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee, as well as an all-new threerow full-size Jeep SUV and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models. When the new facility opens in late 2020, it will be the first new assembly plant in Detroit in nearly 30 years.

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Harper thrilled the audience when he brought The Temptations’ Otis Williams to center stage before Williams and his iconic group performed. Williams is the last surviving member from the original group which formed in 1961.

On Sunday, Sept. 22, the music, artistry, magic and legacy of Motown Records were celebrated with a star-studded awards program. It’s been 60 years in the making, and the man himself, Berry Gordy, founder and chief architect of Motown Records received special honors for his role as a visionary who ushered in a new era of music and brought the renowned Motown Sound to audiences around the world.

Held at Orchestra Hall in Detroit, a venue less than four miles from Motown Records’ former corporate headquarters and recording studios (now the Motown Museum), the Motown 60 celebration attracted thousands of people who were impacted in some way by the music or the man himself.

The audience was comprised of fans, entertainers, and representatives from civic, community, corporate, philanthropic, political, faith-based and educational sectors across the city and country.

As to be expected, Motown music and performances dom-

“Tonight means something very special to me,” said Williams. “It means being a part of something that no doubt will outlive us all. But we didn’t know that in the beginning when we first started and signed with Motown in ’61. And, here we are, back in the great city of Detroit celebrating Motown 60 and Berry Gordy. It’s very special.”

Lee Daniels - Berry Gordy - Award Moment. inated the event. Actor Hill Harper served as master of ceremonies for the celebration, which was billed “Hitsville Honors.” The night kicked off with an electrifying rendition of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” performed by Detroit R&B singers Kem and Beth Griffith Manley. After that a barrage

of Motown hits ensued. The songs were performed by the respective Motown artists who recorded them, including “Martha Reeves and The Vandellas,” “The Velvelettes,” “The Four Tops,” “The Temptations,” and Ne-Yo. While not signed as a Motown artist, Detroit’s rapper and hip-hop star Big Sean also

In addition to all of the performances, numerous awards and honors were bestowed. Award recipients included Paul Riser Sr. (legendary Motown arranger and musician), who received the Motown 60 Hitsville Honor; Shelly Berger (longtime manager of The Temptations) received a Hitsville Honor; Suzanne de Passe (former Motown executive instrumental in the rise of the Jackson 5 with Motown) re-

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franchises in the greater Cincinnati area. He began that business after serving as a Milwaukee Public Schools teacher and a project manager for the Detroit Urban League. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Lane College.

Pay It Forward. It has its own hashtag, movement and popular campaign but for Detroit businessman, philanthropist, author and co-owner of Real Times Media, Dr. William F. Pickard, it is a way of life. Dr. Pickard and cousin Cincinnati businessman, Judson W. Pickard Jr., have donated $2 million to Morehouse College to launch the creation of the Pickard Scholars Program, a new scholarship to recruit and support students from metro Detroit, Flint, greater Cincinnati, and LaGrange, Georgia, their childhood hometown.

Dr. Pickard and Judson both have children who have graduated from Morehouse and Spelman colleges in Atlanta, Georgia.

“People have uplifted and helped me grow and I believe in blessing others,” said Dr. Pickard. “Our gifts are given to where we are from and those who have invested in us and who we are.”

Morehouse College is the nation’s largest liberal arts institution for men. Founded in 1867, the College enrolls approximately 2,200 students and is the nation’s top producer of black men who go on to receive doctorates. Morehouse is also the top producer of Rhodes Scholars among HBCUs with five

Dr. Pickard began his 47-year entrepreneurial career as a McDonald’s franchise owner in Detroit. He is CEO of Bearwood Management McDonald’s, as well as co-managing partner for MGM Grand Detroit Casino.

Dr. William F. Pickard Judson W. Pickard Jr. Morehouse Men receiving the honor.

“We are committed to helping African American men thrive as leaders, scholars, and future businessmen,” said Judson W. Pickard Jr. “Morehouse College’s mission is focused on developing men who are committed to academic excellence, community service, and leadership. This partnership aligns with our family’s vision and values on the impact of historically black colleges on student success.”

Judson Pickard has been in the restaurant industry for 40 years. He and his family own and operate a number of McDonald’s

In addition, Dr. Pickard serves as chairman and founder of the multi-billion-dollar business enterprise GAA Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management and GAA New Ventures. Since its founding in 1989, GAA has generated more than $5 billion dollars in sales with eight plants in the U.S. and Canada, and services corporations such as Boeing, Mercedes Benz, Ford, General Motors, Chrysler, Delphi, Johnson Controls, Starbucks, Home Depot, and Merck Pharmaceutical. Pickard is also co-owner of Real Times Media, a multimedia company focused on content expressly for the African American community.

Dr. Pickard’s business acumen and wealth have not diminished his humility and passion to serve and help others. In fact, it’s

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“How honored I am to receive an award named after Esther Gordy Edwards,” said Lee. “If you would have told me when I was a young girl growing up in Greensboro, North Carolina, listening to The Supremes and The Temptations that I would be standing here today, not only in the company of such legendary Motown artists and figures, but being awarded among them, I wouldn’t have believed it. Motown shaped my life, especially the women of Motown in how they dressed and how they carried themselves. They were my role models.”

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“I didn’t write a speech, because I wanted to come up here and speak from the heart,” said Ne-Yo. “But the long and short of it is, without Motown there would be no Ne-Yo. I learned the true definition of what black excellence is about by watching Berry Gordy and Motown. I looked up to all the Motown artists who were here before me.”

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Yet, the crowning moment of the weekend-long celebration was Sunday night at Orchestra Hall, which honored and celebrated Berry Gordy for his 60-year dedication to evolving Motown Records into an iconic hit-making machine that changed the world, one song at a time. Film and television director, Lee Daniels, who created TV’s “Empire” presented Gordy with the Motown Legacy Award.

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“It’s so wonderful to be back home to feel the love,” said Gordy, who also announced his retirement at the celebration. “I’m always asked, ‘What does the legacy of Motown mean to me?’ The answer is simple. The Motown legacy remains the music we made for all people that reminds Elesha Bridgers-Robin Terry-Edna Kane-Williams us that we are all the same, and that music has no color. It gives voice to honest feelings and helps us understand each other. And I could not have done all of this alone. I’m indebted to a lot people who helped build the Motown Sound and Legacy. I appreciate and love them all!”

Earlier Sunday, Motown Museum officials and stakeholders broke ground on the W. Grand Blvd. facility’s $50 million, 50,000 square-feet expansion project. Other weekend events that saluted Motown 60 included Friday night’s Friends of Fuller Gordy Strikefest, an extravaganza that drew hundreds of fans and Motown Alumni for a night of bowling, fun and musical entertainment.

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“I have been blessed with a stellar career and if you take care of people who have taken care of you, then you will continue to be blessed,” said Dr. Packard. “I came to Detroit with literally nothing and people uplifted me to help me grow.”

“We appreciate the generous support of the Pickard family,” said David A. Thomas, President of Morehouse College. “This gift will help our students from LaGrange, Georgia and the greater Detroit, Flint and Cincinnati areas to get the financial help necessary to afford a

Morehouse education and stay in school until they complete their graduation requirements. We are honored to partner with the Pickard family and applaud their work in the community as entrepreneurs and philanthropists.”

“As the nation’s only historically black college for men, Morehouse College has a legacy that is unparalleled,” said Monique Dozier, Vice President of the Office of Institutional Advancement. “The College has produced leaders and game-changers in every discipline. Supporting educational opportunities at this fine institution provides first-generation college students and other scholars with financial needs a path to suc-

cess that will impact future generations.”

The Morehouse gift is just one of several millions of dollars Dr. Pickard has given to colleges, universities, non-profits and museums inclusive of the National Museum of African-American History, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African-American History, the Motown Museum, Western Michigan University, Wayne County Community College District, Grand Valley State, Wayne State and Mott Community College.

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On June 1, 2009, President Barack Obama said, “I also recognize the importance of a viable auto industry to the well being of families and communities across our industrial Midwest and across the United States. In the midst of a deep recession and financial crisis the collapse of these companies would have been devastating for countless Americans and done enormous damage to our economy beyond the auto industry. It was also clear that if GM and Chrysler remade and retooled themselves for the 21st century, it Wendell Anthony would be good for American workers, good for American manufacturing, and good for America’s economy.”

In short, the president indicated, “Our goal is to get GM back on its feet, take a hands-off approach and get out quickly.” As a result, this commitment, following an initial investment of $15 billion dollars and an additional investment of $30 billion dollars in General Motors, an investment that entitled American taxpayers to the ownership of 60% of the new GM. This was done because of the tremendous sacrifices made by American workers and their families across this nation. Well, General Motors today is back on its feet as of August 1, 2019. CNBC indicates the company reported revenues of $36.1 billion. Shares of GM rose more than 7% over that last 12 months and are up more than 21% since the beginning of

the year. The original estimation of revenues was $35.98 billion vs. an achieved $36.1 billion. This is an indication of a company that is doing well and is in a position to support, encourage and invest in the workers who have enabled it to achieve these goals.

The words of the late Walter Reuther of the UAW still haunt us when he said, “We believe this approach (progress sharing) is a rational approach because you cooperate in creating the abundance that makes the progress possible, and then you share that progress after the fact, and not before the fact.”

It is apparent that progress has been made. It is apparent that the progress to achieve income equality and equity for workers has not been made. No worker wants to strike and walk a picket line versus walking the assembly line. Yet, one must know that wherever they are walking and working it is not in vain.

President and CEO of the General Motors Corporation Mary T. Barra gives solid advice when it comes to the firing of workers: “My advice on firing is simple: Treat that person the same way you’d want to be treated if you were in that situation. They’re still a good person, just not the right fit. So how do you help them move on in a productive way that allows them to maintain their dignity?” Certainly, we all find common ground in being treated the same way in which you treat other people. We contend that one of the most profound ways for any worker to maintain his or her dignity is to pay them based on the work that they perform, the value that they hold and the progress that the company has made. Let us all stand in solidarity with the workers. Scripture teaches us that, “Laborers are worthy of their hire,” 1 Timothy 5:18. Indeed they are!

Preparing Students for the World Should Focus on Exploring Their Abilities and Their Passions

By Ron Vaupel The start of the new school year often reignites conversations with other business leaders that our schools are not preparing our students for the working world or higher education. The conversation often focuses on math or science or standardized test scores.

Standardized tests as a sole measure misses the mark. In fact, I believe there are more fundamental skills that will help our young students prepare for their future.

What’s needed is real-life, experiential learning that helps students discover their innate gifts and talents, while Ron Vaupel gaining the economic understanding to leverage those skills in ways that benefit both themselves and others. It is development of an entrepreneurial mindset that helps students recognize opportunities that link to their passions and abilities. Once students understand how they can apply their talents and skills, they can begin to network with others who also benefit from what they have to offer. It’s a classic case of understanding value creation and mutual benefit for themselves and society at large.

The business and education communities should work collaboratively to eliminate barriers and make available the tools that students need to help them develop their personal vision for how they will make positive contributions in the world. And, by reinforcing values such as responsibility and sound judgement, with important economic concepts, they will benefit no matter what path they take in life beyond high school.

I realize that many school districts, particularly those in Michigan, may be challenged by a lack of resources, teacher shortages, or questions over curriculum requirements in the legislature.

However, there are resources available to schools that offer hands-on training for teachers around a principled entrepreneurship curriculum for students.

One such program that does this is Youth Entrepreneurs (YE)®, an elective course for middle and high school students that is offered in nearly 280 schools across the country, including over 20 schools in the Detroit area.

Guardian Industries and my family are passionate supporters of the program and have seen first-hand the incredible value it can create for YE students.

As just one example of the program, students take what YE educators have taught throughout the year and create their own pop-up businesses for “Market Day.” Through this initiative, students learn about creating and marketing a business, cost of goods sold, profit and loss, and how to manage it financially. They offer their wares to their fellow students throughout their schools and, at the end of the day, if successful, they keep the profit they earned.

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Human Trafficking Must Be Eradicated

By Rev. Dr. Jim Holley Human Trafficking, simply defined, is the undertaking of criminal action to coerce and force people into unwanted situations of unpaid labor and/or commercial sex activities of exploitation amid slave-like conditions.

Across America and beyond, human trafficking, also called modern-day slavery, has become a billion-dollar criminal enterprise, with some estimates placed at $150 billion worldwide. It makes me sick to think about the massive numbers of children, teens, women and even men of all ethnicities subjected to human trafficking for the pur- Rev. Jim Holley pose of sexual and/or labor exploitation.

While you may think human trafficking doesn’t impact Detroit or other large and small sectors of Michigan, think again. According to the National Human Trafficking Resource Center, Michigan is a top-ten state when it comes to human trafficking. And, according to FBI statistics, Metro Detroit has seen a 300 to 400 percent jump in human trafficking over the past few years.

Many believe that metro Detroit’s geographical position is a factor, especially when one considers that Canada is just across the Detroit River making it easy to bring and take victims across the border where connective paths to other international locales are available.

And Ohio is less than 60 miles from Detroit, with I-75 serving as a major thoroughfare to the Buckeye State and the Deep South for traffickers to use.

Yet, the perception of young girls and women, some as young as 12, being snatched off the streets, pulled into vans, transported and forced into prostitution in another state or country is not the total story. The Michigan State Police and other law enforcement agencies in the state and across the country agree the internet is the greatest risk for luring young people into the multiple traps of human traffickers.

With the advent and evolution of the internet and social media, human traffickers are able to communicate and bait these digital traps and wait for vulnerable people to follow up on the enticing messaging. The digital bait may be misrepresented messages to young people as the chance to make money modeling, acting, singing, attending free concerts, and dozens of other ways for the bad people to lure young people into trafficking. Even close peers of young people have been paid to identify and set

up teen girls and young women for the devious and illegal actions of traffickers.

And the growing number of homeless youth is a target that traffickers go after, offering gifts and money based on a false foundation of love, caring and providing a better life.

Enough! The question is how do we fight human trafficking? The answer is…with everything that we got.

The churches must do more to educate members and the surrounding communities of the traps and danger posed by human traffickers, because it’s not just a Baptist thing, or a Catholic thing, or a Protestant thing. Human trafficking doesn’t care about religion, and can root itself with all ethnicities and socioeconomic levels.

We also have to do a better job of consistently talking to and educating our children about how to protect themselves from becoming victims. We must also amplify and expand the slogan: see something…say something.

Truckers are now being asked to look out for something that doesn’t look right when they are on the highways of America, i.e., young girls/boys traveling with men, entering or leaving hotels or motels, and other places that don’t look right. Motel and hotel personnel are also been asked to be vigilant and report human trafficking activities. We must be on the lookout ourselves.

No one is asking you to be “Captain Save-A-Person” right on the spot if you see something, but one can report things to law enforcement agencies when something doesn’t seem right.

People can also call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

I don’t have all of the answers to totally eradicate human trafficking. Yet, we have to find viable ways to fight it, to take away its money-making appeal. I do know that we need to be in constant contact with our councilmembers, mayor, governor, senators and congresspersons and find out what are they doing to combat human trafficking in Detroit and throughout Michigan and beyond. It’s a fair question to ask our presidential candidates who vow to fight for a better America for its people, if elected. At least that’s what they say to get our vote.

In essence, human trafficking must be a front-burner issue, talked about and addressed the same way that illegal drugs, mass shootings, and other hot-button human issues should be approached and fixed.

We can’t shut our eyes on human trafficking, because when we decide to open them, someone who we know and love may be a victim of this heinous and unconscionable crime.

And that my friends…is the gospel truth!

Progress Michigan Statement on Shirkey’s Road ‘Solution’

Senator’s plan to turn roads to gravel is a complete joke Progress Michigan released the following statement regarding a ­bizarre idea from Sen. Mike Shirkey saying that rather than fixing Michigan’s roads and bridges, the state should just turn a bunch of them into gravel roads. life better for others is the roadmap to success. YE educators recognize the strengths of their students and empower them to succeed with real-world experience. And while some students go on to start their own business, the impact from YE is much greater. Many go on to college or become valuable employees: 86% of YE alumni report career satisfaction and the unemployment rate for YE alumni is an amazing 1.5%!

Don’t take it just from statistics – or from me: what is remarkable is what the students themselves say about the program. Dylan McConnell, a YE alum from the Cornerstone Health + Technology High School here in Detroit, won a grant from YE’s national competition last year.

Dylan will use the funds to improve his apparel business, Heir Customs.

“YE has taught me ways to grow myself, and my business, because it’s not just a class,” says Dylan. “The course allowed me an opportunity to network and use the concepts that I learned in the classroom. It taught me how to budget, apply sound judgment as part of our foundational values and be more customer focused in my planning. Whenever I’m doing something business related, I keep the market in mind, not myself.”

My hope is that more schools across Southeast Michigan will pursue opportunities with YE and expose more students like Dylan to its value. What fuels my enthusiasm is the passion that gets ignited in these students once they have been exposed to the life-changing concepts that put them in the driver’s seat of their own destiny.

Whether through YE or other programs, our local businesses and community organizations must continue the hard work to create an environment that enables our students to succeed in today’s constantly changing environment.

Ron Vaupel is president and CEO of Guardian Industries based in Auburn Hills.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Youth Entrepreneurs has grown to 25 schools across Southeast Michigan for the 2019-2020 academic year. For more information, visit youthentrepreneurs.org.

“I understand that Sen. Shirkey is just coming back from a Mackinac Island retreat with GOP donors and it seems he brought back some horse manure and is calling it a roads plan,” said Lonnie Scott, executive director of Progress Michigan. “Honestly, we waited for six months for Republicans to release their super-secret roads fix and their suggestion is to turn them back to gravel? The GOP needs to get serious and get back to work.”

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Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, Reliable and affordable energy fuels the engine of progress, which is why New Destiny Christian Fellowship supports DTE’s commitment to clean energy as outlined in its Integrated Resource Plan, and encourages others to do the same. That’s because DTE has consistently proven to be a reliable energy provider and a positive influence in our community. It’s also why I joined with a number of other community leaders to speak in support of DTE’s plans when the Michigan Public Service Commission came to Detroit to hear our feedback.

Our church works diligently to meet the ever-changing needs of the communities in which we live. We believe that we have a responsibility to assist in transforming lives in order to transform communities. DTE has been a dedicated partner in helping us in our mission.

One of the key pillars that guides the Fellowship is the need to follow an all-inclusive approach. We also believe in the obligation to lead by example. As we work with the community to develop more engaged, educated and informed leaders, we want to make sure that their

potential isn’t disrupted by unaffordable or unequitable access to energy.

As climate change fuels the need for cleaner energy sources, the demand for affordable energy bills remains as important as ever. DTE’s plan provides a communal solution to this problem by making strategic investments in renewable energy. DTE’s plan gets us where we need to be in mitigating climate change without burdening our community with unreasonable electric bills.

Our community wants a cleaner environment and we are proud to see DTE retire coal plants in a responsible and thoughtful manner as it transitions to cleaner energy sources.

It is imperative that we protect our environment, but we must also protect our communities. DTE has a plan to make these changes without a heavy impact on our wallets. Because of their commitment to lead on affordability and clean energy, our community can continue to focus on affecting positive transformations.

Respectfully,

Reverend Horace Sheffield New Destiny Christian Fellowship

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Motown Museum Breaks Ground on Phase One Expansion Project

By Donald James Just hours before the much-awaited Motown 60 grand celebration, “Hitsville Honors”, at Orchestra Hall on Sunday, Sept.

22, almost 400 people gathered on the hallowed grounds of the storied Motown Records’ former world headquarters and studios (now Motown Museum) at 2648 W. Grand Blvd. on the city’s west side to witness the groundbreaking of the museum’s expansion project.

Among those in attendance: Motown founder and chief visionary Berry Gordy, along with other Motown Alumni, such as the “First Lady of Motown,” Claudette Robinson, and Otis Williams of “The Temptations.” Other dignitaries present included Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow, Rev. Jesse Jackson, former mayor of Detroit Dennis Archer, and Detroit Police Chief James Craig.

According to Robin R. Terry, Motown Museum’s chairwoman and CEO, the groundbreaking begins the first of four phases that will see the present museum morph in size to reach 50,000 square feet at a cost of $50 million. When all four phases are completed, Terry said, the Museum will feature dynamic interactive exhibits, a state-of-the art performance theater, unrivaled recording studios, and an expanded retail experience and meeting spaces, all of which will further solidify Motown Museum as an international draw and world-class destination.

“The phase that we break ground on today is called ‘Hitsville Next’,” said Terry.

“It is, in my opinion, the most transformational part of the development because it is the hub of everything that we will do, which is entrepreneurial and inspirational. It will be a place that our mentors will work with young people. I’m equally excited today to tell you what our milestone moment is, because today we reached a milestone. It’s because of the generosity of individuals, corporations, foundations, and Motown Alumni, who have made this day possible.

And on today, we have raised over $25 million.”

Founded in 1985 by the late Esther Gordy Edwards, Motown Museum at Hitsville U.S.A. was designated a historical site by the State of Michigan in 1987. Over the years, the museum has continued to grow.

“The big key to why we are all here today is because of my big sister, Esther Gordy Edwards,” said Berry Gordy. “She is the one responsible because she had the

foresight to follow me around while I was ready to move to California to make movies. I was throwing out stuff and she was running behind me picking it up. She took all the memorabilia that I left behind and turned it into this phenomenal monument called the Motown Museum. She was collecting our history long before we knew we were making it.”

Gordy said he’s very happy and thankful for the progress being made under the guidance of his grandniece, Robin Terry.

He also was grateful to the many expansion donors, which include approximately 25 corporations, foundations, and community entities, along with individuals who love Motown. In step with the donors, Gordy recently donated $4 million to the expansion project.

“Not only will this expanded museum entertain and tell the stories of talented and creative people who succeeded against all odds, but it will inspire and create opportunities for young people in search of their dreams, by going after things that seem impossible,” Gordy added. “I appreciate all the love and support from all of you. We will continue to work and continue to build this great Motown Museum together.”

“This museum is a celebration of the music that changed America and the world. And Motown Records made this city a cultural epicenter,” said Gov. Whitmer’.

“It changed everything that we once knew about music and about ourselves. It’s an honor to be here today and acknowledge the wonderful milestones and witness the beginning of this new chapter. Berry Gordy always said it wasn’t about the money, it’s about the legacy. The Motown legacy, thanks to an expanded and transformative Motown Museum, will live and will grow and will continue to impact future Detroiters, Michiganders, and the world.”

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Learning from The Past, Building on the Future:

A Century of Service and Impact 1919 | Members of the Allied Med-

ical Society incorporated Dunbar Hospital, Detroit’s first non-profit hospital for the Black community. This hospital, located at 580 Frederick Avenue, was named after the famous poet/novelist Paul Laurence Dunbar. The hospital was later moved to Brush and Illinois and was renamed Parkside Hospital, which operated under that name until 1962.

Founding members included Dr. Alexander Turner, Dr. Parker Gamble, Dr. Frank P. Raiford, Dr. Herbert E. Simms, Dr. Moses E. Morton, and Dr. James L. Henderson. Photo Credit: Dunbar Memorial Hospital’s medical staff, trustee board and corps of nurses Courtesy of the Harvey C. Jackson Collection, Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library

MARCH 22, 1919 | The third grad-

uate chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was established in Detroit, Michigan. The charter members were John H. Alexander, Charles H. Campbell, Ulysses S. Cary, Elmer J. Cheeks, Parker B. Gamble, James L. Henderson, Cornelius L. Henderson, Lindsay E. Johnson, Charles H. Mahoney, Moses E. Morton, Cecil L. Rowlette, Charles A. Roxborough and Stephen D. Sparks.

The chapter was originally installed as Chi Chapter, later renamed Gamma Lambda Chapter.

By Charles K. Dodson, Jr. Few things say more about an organization’s success and impact than its level of sustainability.

The Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., knows a thing or two about sustainability, the chapter will soon commemorate 100 years of existence. A century ago the chapter joined the ranks of Alpha Phi Alpha in the city of Detroit. Through the years Gamma Lambda has devoted itself to serving the Detroit Community ceaselessly. These accomplishments will be celebrated at The Detroit Alphas Centennial Gala, “Celebrating 100 Years of Service to The Detroit Community” this October 19, 2019 at The Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center.

Gamma Lambda has the distinction of being the third alumni chapter chartered just13 years after Alpha Phi Alpha was founded in 1919. The founders of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity expected the new Detroit chapter to create and foster a positive impact in Detroit. Fortunately, Gamma Lambda has been successful in meeting and exceeding those expectations. Throughout the course of the last century, the chapter has been at the forefront of influencing Detroit. Chapter President, Al Elvin Jr., declared, “Gamma Lambda has had a profound impact on the city of Detroit that transcends all landscapes.”

The Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity has many notable members including the Late Judge Damon Keith. Judge Keith upheld and championed the aims of Alpha Phi Alpha, “Manly deeds, scholarship, and Love For All Mankind” in his commitment to bring forth justice, equality and civil rights in his rulings. He will be honored posthumously with the Man of The Century Award at the gala in October. Other honorees include:

Photo Credit: Harvey C. Jackson, 1920

Dennis W. Archer – Former Mayor – City of Detroit

1929 | Bro. Cornelius L. Henderson, a pioneering steel engineer and architect, helped con-

Ted Colbert – Chief Information Officer and Senior Vice President, Information Technology and Data Analytics – The Boeing Company

struct two of the major crossings between the United States and Canada - the Ambassador Bridge in 1929, and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel in 1930.

EARLY 1930’s | The Detroit Alpha

Wives were established as an auxiliary to the Gamma Lambda Chapter. The purpose of this group has been to promote the growth and image of the fraternity, to support community service efforts, and promote unity and friendship among the Alpha Wives and their families.

Photo Credit: Alpha Phi Alpha, 39th General Convention/47th Anniversary Convention Souvenir Journal, Detroit, Michigan, 1953

MAY 15, 1939 | The Alpha House at 293 Eliot Street in Brush Park was purchased by the chapter on May 15, 1939. Built in 1919, this Neoclassical-style structure, with its ten well-furnished rooms, was designated as a Michigan Historic Landmark on August 30, 1977.

1967 | Bro. Judge Damon J. Keith was appointed to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern

District of Michigan by President Lyndon B. Johnson. On this court, he ruled on numerous cases proving his dedication to equity, equality, and the civil rights of all Americans. In the case Davis v.

School District of the City of Pontiac (1970), he ruled that the city must integrate Pontiac public schools through busing. It was the first case that extended federal court-ordered integration into a Northern city.

1982 | The Gamma Lambda Education Foundation was established as a Michigan non-profit corporation on April 27, 1982, charged with raising funds and awarding annual scholarships to deserving high school graduates. Since its inception, the Education Foundation has awarded over $250,000 in scholarships to Detroit-area high school graduates in recognition of the excellence of their scholastic record.

1991 | In coordination with a local Boy Scout troop, Gamma Lambda participates in Meals on Wheels for the first time. The chapter continues this tradition by delivering meals on Christmas, Easter, Labor Day and Thanksgiving each year.

2007 | The Alpha Teens, which later became the Alpha Esquire MENtor Program, held their

first meeting on Wednesday, October 3, 2007. The Brothers of Gamma Lambda Chapter felt both a need and a duty to reach out into the community at large to reclaim and reconnect with our young African American males.

2015 | For the first time, the Gamma Lambda Chapter exceeded the fundraising milestone

of $10,000 for the March of Dimes March for Babies. Since 2013, our chapter has raised over $66,000 for March of Dimes.

William F. Pickard – Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Author Mark S. Tillman – 34th General President, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. These men of Alpha Phi Alpha have not only impacted Detroit, but also the world.

Gamma Lambda continues to serve Detroit through community service initiatives such as Meals on Wheels, March of Dimes, American Cancer Society Relay For Life, UNCF Walk For Education, Coalition on Temporary Shelter, Gleaner’s Food Bank and many other non-profit organizations. The chapter has also partnered with several schools and organizations in the city to bring about positive change. Additionally, the chapter has an award-winning mentoring program, Alpha Esquire Mentor Program of Metro Detroit In efforts of illustrating Gamma Lambda’s strong commitment to education and community progress, Elvin stated, “Over the last six years, Gamma Lambda has awarded over$70,000 in scholarships to deserving metro Detroit students.”

Each year, members of the chapter provide a back-to-school fair with free clothing vouchers, back pack giveaways, school supplies, and educational programming for parents and students. .

Furthermore, on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the chapter hosts the “MLK Day on, Not a day off”at The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, thousands of people attend each year to engage in historical presentations, community discussions, presentations on financial literacy, voter engagement, and college readiness.

When asked about how the chapter plans to continue building on its legacy, “We are about brotherhood and service,” Elvin expressed. “Service is what we do, and service is who we are. We plan to continue carrying the mantle of service and plan to address the challenges of the next century.”

To honor the chapter’s history and legacy, the chapter will host a Centennial Gala. The commemorative gala will be held at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center, 400 Renaissance Dr. W, Detroit, MI, 48243, on October 19, 2019 at 6:00 pm EST. Tickets are$100. Black Tie attire. The event will be emceed by Veteran Anchor Huel Perkins and consist of: dinner, a short program, and afterglow. The event is open to the public.

For members who want to connect or reactivate with the chapter, visit www.DetroitAlphas.org.

They can also be found on Facebook and Instagram at “Detroit Alphas”.

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Cultivating a Successful Cannabusiness Seminar to be Held in Detroit

By Chronicle Staff

Cannabis and marijuana have been a hotly debated topic in America for many decades. Since 1914, marijuana and related substances have shifted on a spectrum between prohibition to regulation.

The evolution of cannabis as a banned substance to now being legalized has sparked a new national dialogue and business opportunities.

In November 2018, Michigan residents voted in favor of legalizing recreational marijuana and created the MRTMA (Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act). The law took effect in December, but commercial sales have been on hold as the state developed the regulations to manage the new industry.

“We want to ensure that the regulated market is successful,” says Andrew Brisbo, director of the Marijuana Regulatory Agency, “so that products purchased by consumBarton W. Morris, At- ers are done a torney and Founder of through Cannibus Legal Group m e c h a n i s m where we can ensure the products they’re obtaining are safe for use by any person.”

Under the regulations, the state of Michigan will start taking applications for recreational marijuana businesses starting November 1.

Under the new rules, three new categories of licenses will be available.

They will allow people to become marijuana-themed event planners; hold marijuana events, such as Cannabis Cup competitions, which have been held in recent years but not sanctioned by the state and where pot can be sold and consumed, and open social clubs, where people can gather to use marijuana, but where nothing else can be sold, such as coffee or snacks. Those categories will need to get local approval.

If you are or if you are planning to own a State of Michigan licensed marijuana facility, you must know the rules.

Learning how to maximize your earning and operational success will be key to entrepreneurial success. It’s not as simple as opening your doors and stocking your shelves. The cannabis industry is an extremely highly regulated market; compliance is essential to avoid local

penalties from the State as well as the IRS, which will begin audits as early as 2020. If a company is found not to be in compliance, the penalties will likely force owners to close their doors. Entering into this foreign territory requires that you know the law and ensure that all bookkeeping is complaint with state law.

On September 27th, Cannabis Legal Group of Royal Oak will be holding a seminar at TCF Center, formerly COBO Center that is specifically targeted for the cannabis industry licensees and others who want to be licensed.

Founded by Attorney Barton W. Morris Jr., Cannabis Legal Group proclaims to be the premier law firm in the State of Michigan when it comes to offering legal guidance in the cannabis industry.

He has an impressive track record in the cannabis space, which he has been part of for more than a decade. Morris is a member of the Board of the Marijuana Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan.

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• Al Harrington, Former NBA Star and Founder of Cannabis Giant, Viola Will Talk About His Success Story and The Cannabis Industry.

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“I created the Cannabis Legal Group to service what I felt would be a significantly large commercial industry in Michigan,” said Morris. “We are a group of lawyers that provide legal services such as licensing, creating corporations, intellectual property and compliance services.”

This is the 12th all-day seminar Cannabis Legal Group has presented over the last several years and all have been well received.

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Hometown Winner: Detroit Youth Choir Feels the Love and Receives Million Dollar Endowment

By Branden Hunter America did not give the Detroit Youth Choir (DYC) $1 million, but Detroit did.

Fresh off of an incredible run on “America’s Got Talent,” where they finished as runners-up, just short of the $1 million grand prize, the Detroit Youth Choir came home to a rousing welcome back in Campus Martius. Greeted by hundreds of Detroiters wearing purple, the Choir was stunned as they were presented with a $1 million endowment underwritten by several Detroit-based foundations and local business leaders. The homecoming celebration was a partnership between WDIV, the City of Detroit, and the Downtown Detroit Partnership.

“I was watching you guys and Kodi Lee on that stage, and my heart’s in my throat,” said Mayor Mike Duggan at the DYC homecoming. “When they announced it was Kodi Lee, I was a little disappointed for a second, but I was like, ‘He deserves a million dollars; he was great.’ The only thing I thought was unfair was there should’ve been two first prizes.”

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The endowment fund was put together by Mayor Duggan, Wendy Lewis Jackson, the Detroit program managing director for the Kresge Foundation, and Tonya Allen, president and CEO of the Skillman Foundation. It will be managed by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, which is slated to support the choir in perpetuity.

Others contributing to the Detroit Youth Choir endowment include Skillman Foundation, The Kresge Foundation, W. K. Kellogg Foundation, Ballmer Group, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, DTE Energy Foundation, Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation, Bank of America, Huntington Bank, and Dakkota Integrated Systems.

“We are incredibly proud of what the Detroit Youth Choir achieved during their time on ‘America’s Got Talent’ and we look forward to what’s next for them,” said Allen. “This fund is a way for Detroiters to celebrate and grow the genius of our children.”

Choir Director Anthony White was at a loss for words after the announcement. “This is hard work and sacrifice. I can’t even talk,” he said. “I appreciate every donor and sponsor.

This is amazing.”

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troiters and White said they plan to do more singing and traveling, representing the City of Detroit on a national platform.

“The Detroit Youth Choir brought our entire region together to support Detroit’s kids,” said Jackson. “They represented the city with class and soul, and their success will continue to inspire children in Detroit for years to come. For that, we hope they feel profound pride.”

Along with receiving $1 million, the Detroit Youth Choir also received the Key to the City from Mayor Duggan, a honor only given to Detroit icons Aretha Franklin and Big Sean.

He also gave each member a replica key to the city for their own homes. Buildings all around downtown Detroit were lit in purple to honor the choir and the iconic Spirit of Detroit statue was dressed in a purple DYC sweater vest and bow tie.

“We are so proud of you,” Mayor Duggan told the choir.

“Under the brightest of lights, with the eyes of the world on you, you showed everyone the talent, the intelligence, the dedication of the youth of Detroit.”

“It means a new facility, new programming, a new vision, and a new outlook on our organization. I’m so thankful for Kresge, Skillman, and every donor that helped. I just love them, and we appreciate everything,” he added.

The Detroit Youth Choir is scheduled to be the opening act for the 93rd America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in downtown Detroit on November 28. The choir will also perform on the main stage during the Parade Company’s largest fundraiser, the 30th Annual Hob Nobble Gobble at Ford Field.

The DYC is part of the non-profit Detroit Youth Concert Choir and Performing Arts Company, which helps young people ages 8 to 18 discover and perform music, theater and dance. The 52-member choir captured the hearts of De-

Members will get to perform in Las Vegas November 7-10 with the winner, Lee, and other “America’s Got Talent” acts: Ryan Niemiller, V. Unbeatable Dance Crew, and Tyler Butler-Figueroa.

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The Michigan Chronicle 40 Under 40 Awards, in its 4th year, recognizes local African-American professionals who inspire others through their vision, leadership, exceptional achievements, and participation in community service. They are individuals who exemplify extraordinary stature, poise and integrity who continue to break the mold and affect change in their professions and community.

CONGRATULATIONS HONOREES Emeka Amazu Senior Buyer, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain General Motors Hodari P.T. Brown Public Affairs Specialist U.S. Small Business Administration Donovan Colquitt Founder The Scholar’s Key Dr. Maegan E. Daughtery, DDS Board Certified Pediatric Dentist Dr. Amy C. Parker DDS, MS & Associates Jewelette Estes Senior Project Manager—Corporate Marketing & Customer Experience Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Andre Gilbert II Deputy City Clerk City of Detroit Shawn Green CEO & Principal Broker Smart Realty & Investments Inc., Smart lending Group LLC, Smart Construction & Development LLC Maxcel Hardy Owner & Chef River Bistro & Coop Detroit Jessica Hayes-Stallings Founder Skinphorea Facial Bar & Acne Clinic Danielle Hughes Dream Director The Future Project Darryl Humes Jr. Co-Founder Mature Tiffani C. Jackson Founder & Executive Director / Contract Manager Eden Community Organization / Wayne County Yelitsa Jean-Charles CEO & Founder Healthy Roots Dolls

Mikiah Keener Minister, Triumph Church

Portia Powell Vice President—Manager of Municipal Banking Operations Chemical Bank

Justin Kimpson National Program Manager Ford Men of Courage/ Senior Director Ford Resource & Engagement Center Eastside Gleaners Community Food Bank

Asia Rawls Director of Software Education and Training Trumble Inc.

Josh Landon News Anchor WJBK/FOX 2 News

Charli Rose, FD Mortician/Funeral Director Andrews Funeral Home

Erika Lawrence Assistant Product Manager, Digital Innovation General Motors

Kierra Sheard Singer/Songwriter/CEO/Designer Drew’s Girl Productions & Eleven60

Amber Lewis Director of Digital & Social Media City of Detroit, Mayor’s Office

Courtney Smith Chief Executive Officer Detroit Phoenix Center

Whitney Lewis Director of Communications, Wayne County Department of Public Services Wayne County Government

Maria Stroud Owner/President MES & Co.

LaShauna Lowry Executive Director Consumer Systems Team Ally Financial Drew Matthews Jr. Owner & Executive Chef Le Culture Café David Merritt Co-Founder Narrow Way Café and Shop

Lynita Taylor Diversity & Inclusion Program Manager Wayne State University Mike Ilitch School of Business Angelique Turner Industrial Engineering Manager/WO Pillar Lead Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Phaedra Wainaina Executive Director Vehicles for Change Detroit & MACC Development Daniel Wallace Global Diversity Initiatives Lead General Motors

Jonathan Merritt Co-Founder Narrow Way Café and Shop Kiera Pack Owner Pareik Gallery & Pareik Studio Dr. Danielle Penson Clinician/Entrepreneur Kaydense Galleria Tameishia Pigford Chief Executive Officer Dream Celebrations, Inc. Ken Porter President Porter Media Group

Meagan Ward CEO & Co- Founder Femology Dwanette Williams Assistant Vice President & Financial Center Manager Bank of America Bianca Wilson Psychotherapist Oak Park School District, The Guidance Center Chief Executive Officer Umbrellex Behavioral Health Services, LLC

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Smith Chapel A.M.E. Celebrating 95th Anniversary Smith Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church will celebrate their 95th Anniversary in 2019. The culmination of this celebration will be a black-tie gala on October 19, 2019 at 6 p.m. The gala will be held at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, located at 315 E. Warren Ave., Detroit, Mich. 48201.

Smith Chapel Pastor Cindy Carr-Rudolph will be the host of this event, with Bishop John L. White, the Presiding Prelate of the 4th District of the AME Church, will serve as the keynote speaker. Rev. Dr. Ann Lightner Fuller will serve as the emcee and the Sunday Messenger.

Smith Chapel AME Church is the oldest church in Inkster. Over the years, it has been one of the pillars of the Inkster community. Under the leadership of Rev. Cindy Carr-Rudolph, the church is on its way to reclaiming past glories

while ushering in a new era.

Tickets for the gala, priced at $75, will be available Aug. 1. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit or call the church, go to our EventBrite: Smith Chapel AME 95th Anniversary Gala, or e-mail smithchapel95th@gmail. com.

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By AJ Williams – City.Life.Style. Editor MAGNET opened this past weekend in Detroit promising to offer patrons the reminiscent of an era before grand tales of a Detroit’s comeback.

Located in the former Magnet Radiator Works building across from Ochre Bakery, Magnet is the brainchild of Chef Brad Greenhill and partner Philip Kafka — the duo behind award-winning restaurant TAKOI. MAGNETS theme? A time when community pop-up dinners, genuine dining experiences, beautiful dishes served in forgotten spaces, and silence - not a scene - was what Detroit had to offer.

Designed by Ish Raffiuddin, the space features 14-foot-high exposed ceilings, a minimalist but rigorous aesthetic, and a 32-foot-long, rectangular sunken bar at the center of the dining room. All guests - in the booths and at the bar - will be seated at the same level. Like the Kitchen, the design features just two materials: a standard-issue blue tile and walnut.

MAGNET is off the beaten path, in an area that has seen little to no commercial development over the past 50 years. The restaurant will anchor the Southern end of the new and lush, Core City Park, and hopes to catalyze a spacious, quiet, beautiful, classic, and - unfortunately, mostly abandoned - Detroit neighborhood.

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The Detroit Business and Beauty Expo Returns For a Third Year!

By AJ Williams – City.Life.Style. Editor The Detroit Business and Beauty Expo presented by Xquisitelooks has become one of the most anticipated events for Detroit’s beauty professionals and this year’s event will host up to 300 beauty and business experts across Southeast Michigan.

The goal of Detroit Business and Beauty Expo is to empower, connect and impact the beauty industry by providing exposure, networking and premiere education for the beauty professionals and entrepreneurs.

Providing a platform and education was what inspired Expo founder, Brandi Taylor to start the expo three years ago.

“I decided to host the Detroit Business and Beauty Expo to provide a platform for beauty

professionals to connect and learn in the Metro Detroit area. I’ve noticed that beauty professionals don’t have many professional and local expos that focus on the business side of the beauty industry in this area. “Taylor, continued.

“Often professionals in the Metro Detroit must travel out of state for the information that will be presented at DBBE. My goal is to arm serious beauty professionals with the tools they need to refine and develop success in their businesses.

It’s important to me as a beauty professional to provide this opportunity to those who want and need it.”

The 3rd annual Detroit Business and Beauty Expo returns for it’s third year on October 6th to the Southfield Pavilion in Southfield, MI. For more information visit www.Xquisitelooks.com or search Detroit Business and Beauty Expo on Eventbrite.

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Inaugural Detroit Wix Summit Rescheduled to Accommodate High Demand The Detroit Wix Summit announced today the rescheduling of the two-day conference, in order to present an invaluable experience for attendees. The Summit received a vast amount of traction, selling out of five of the segments, more time was needed to give the best Summit possible.

“Due to high demand and an overwhelmingly positive response to the Detroit Wix Summit and Wixsomnia. We have decided to postpone the weekend Summit in order to provide all attendees and participants the opportunity to maximize all of the resources our partners have recently implemented,” stated Natasha Lee, Detroit Wix Summit organizer. “The Detroit Wix Summit would like to thank the attendees, panelists, and volunteers for their continued support.”

The itinerary of the Summit is still set to take place over two days, providing resourc-

es and workshops for the community on topics that include: how to grow a business, tips to email marketing, how to start a nonprofit and more. A new set of conference days will be announced at a later date.

The Detroit Wix Summit thanks the following sponsors for powering an event serving the interest of the Detroit community: Make Your Dreams Come True, Wix Community, Wix Expert Academy, True Root Marketing, Detroit Soup, Google Suite, Rocket Lawyer, Invektus Entertainment, Robert Courtney & Associates, Crowd Freak, Le’Don, Qonkur Medi and Wix.com.

They have been very flexible during this process. Attendees who purchased tickets for the initial scheduling of the Summit will be notified via email about their refund.

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Contractors desiring to bid shall demonstrate the following qualifications: At least 5 years experience in their relative trade, licensed as required by state and/or local law.

Insurance: General Liability and Auto Liability with ELMHURST HOME INCORPORATED and The City of Detroit named as Additional Insured. Workman’s compensation insurance is also required.

Bid packets are available at: ELMHURST HOME INCORPORATED 12010 Linwood St., Detroit MI 48206, (313) 867-1090, or via email by sending a request to mailroom@egiarchitects. com. Contact Leon Wilkerson at (313) 867-1090 extension #254, or at LWilkerson@ehinc.org with questions regarding project specifics as found in the bid packet.

A mandatory pre-bid meeting and examination of the premises will take place at the project site 12007 Linwood St., Detroit MI 48206 on Friday, September 27, 2019 @ 4:00 P.M. Sealed bids will be accepted until 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at ELMHURST HOME INCORPORATED 12010 Linwood St., Detroit MI 48206. No bids will be accepted after this time. All bids must be submitted by trade and line item.

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The contracts will be executed under the Neighborhood Opportunity Fund administered by the City of Detroit Housing and Revitalization Department, CDBG Initiatives Division. The successful contractor(s) will be required to comply with federal laws governing Section 3 regulations, equal employment opportunity, with the prevailing wage requirements of the Federal Labor Standards Act, which also incorporates Davis-Bacon Act requirements; will have to be cleared and approved by the City of Detroit; and comply with: Executive Order No. 2016-1, which states, in part, that all City of Detroit project construction contracts shall provide that at least fifty-one percent (51%) of the workforce must be bona-fide Detroit residents.

Bidders are required to furnish a bid guarantee equal to (5%) of their bid. The Bid guarantee shall be in the form of either a bid bond or a certified check, made out to ELMHURST HOME INCORPORATED. The successful bidder is required to furnish payment (Labor and Materials) and performance bonds in the amount covering the faithful performance of the contract and the payment of all obligations arising thereunder, in the amount of 100% of their contracts, executed by a surety, which is licensed to do business in the State of Michigan.

The contractor will be required to comply with the federal government Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Section 3 Act (24 CFR Part 135). All contracts (subcontracts) shall include the “Section 3 Clause” found on the City of Detroit’s website, https://detroitmi.gov/departments/ housing-and-revitalization-department#Hud-Programs-and-Information. You will find this link near the bottom of the page.

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The owner’s representative will receive sealed proposals for work as herein set forth herein at the offices of: Franklin Wright Settlements located at 3360 Charlevoix, Detroit, Michigan 48207.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Work includes Demolition, Metal Flashing and related repairs including, without limitation, Masonry Restoration, Scraping, Painting, Tuck-pointing, Exterior Concrete Steps Repair, and Replacement or Repair of Gutters and Downspouts Contractors desiring to bid shall demonstrate the following qualifications: 1. At least five years’ experience in the relative trades; 2. Experience in working on historic buildings; 3. Three References; 4. Licensed; 5. Insured in the amounts reflected below: General Liability: $2,000,000.00 Auto Liability: $1,000,000.00 Workman’s Compensation: $1,000,000.00 Franklin Wright Settlements must be named as an additional insured and must be given notice if Contractor becomes uninsured.

6. Bonded The successful bidder will be required to furnish (Payment and Materials) and Performance bonds in the amount covering (the contract amount), executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of Michigan.

PICK UP OF BID PACKAGES Bid Packages will be available for pick-up at Franklin Wight Settlements, 3360 Charlevoix, Detroit, Michigan 48207 [(313) 505-1022], by appointment only after 10:00 a.m. beginning Wednesday September 25, 2019. Bidders shall be required to deposit a non-refundable fee of $35.00 per set or request an electronic copy via email at no charge.

ARCHITECT: FONATH ARCHITECTS & CONSULTANTS, LLC 400 Monroe, Suite 237 Detroit, Michigan 48226 Telephone: (248) 878-4596 PRE-BID MEETING A mandatory pre-bid meeting and examination of the project site (3360 Charlevoix, Detroit, Michigan, 48207) on Friday October 4, 2019 at 10:00 AM All interested parties are invited to attend. The owner reserves the right to waive any irregularity in any bid or reject any or all bids should it be redeemed in its best interest. Funding for this project is provided through the City of Detroit, Neighborhood Opportunity Fund Administered by the City of Detroit, Planning and Development Department. The successful contractor(s) will be required to comply with the federal laws governing equal employment opportunity, with the prevailing wage requirements of the Federal Labor Standards Act which also incorporates Davis- Bacon Act Requirements will have to be cleared and approved by the City of Detroit and comply with the Mayor’s Executive Order No. 2016-1 employment of local labor on publicly funded construction and demolition projects as follows: Per Executive Order No. 2016-1 Worker Hours on any construction project funded in whole or in part by City, State or Federal funds shall be performed by not less than 50% bonafide Detroit residents, not less than 25% minorities, and at least 5% women. Where possible, these percentages shall be applied on a craft-by-craft basis. For purposes of Executive Order No. 2016-1 worker hours shall include work performed by persons filling apprenticeship an on-the-job training positions.

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A Non-profit Organization is seeking to lease office and classroom space of 9000 sq. ft. to 12000 sq. ft. that is modern, clean, professional and well-lit and likely to attract and serve a target population of 2000-6000 Detroiters, with a start date of 1/1/2020. The location of the property must be within the following city of Detroit borders: Southwest of the City of Harper Woods, Northwest of the cities of Grosse Pointe Farms, Grosse Pointe, and Grosse Pointe Park, Northeast of Alter Rd. (South of E. Warren Ave), East of Chalmers St. and Hayes St. (North of E. Warren Ave) and Southeast of Kelly Rd. Property must be in the zip code 48224.

ADVERTISEMENT _________________________________ WAYNE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT 801 W. Fort Street Detroit, MI 48226 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATION PROPOSAL NUMBER 001581

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by Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) for the Horticulture Education Center Construction Project, BP 04a – Sitework and Utility Reroute, at the Downriver Campus. The deadline for Request for Qualification Proposal packages will be Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 3:00 p.m EDT. Sealed responses will be received by the Purchasing Department at 801

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by Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) for the Horticulture Education Center Construction Project, BP 04b – Communication Utility Reroute, at the Downriver Campus. The deadline for Request for Qualification Proposal packages will be Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 3:00 p.m EDT. Sealed responses will be received by the Purchasing Department at 801

Late packages will be returned unopened.

Wayne County Community College District will not consider or accept packages received after the deadline.

WCCCD reserves the right to accept or reject any or all responses to this Request for Qualification and waive any informalities or irregularities in any qualifications should the College consider this right to be in its best interest.

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W. Fort Street, Fourth Floor, Detroit, MI 48226, Attention: Mr. Jacob Keli, Associate Vice Chancellor of Procurement.

Request for Qualification packages will be available on or after Wednesday, August 18, 2019 via download from the Dropbox website: https://www. dropbox.com/sh/s6z1jdxedku96vc/AAD3YJjmD9ICpHQsO0LYL3aa?dl=0 Late packages will be returned unopened.

Wayne County Community College District will not consider or accept packages received after the deadline.

WCCCD reserves the right to accept or reject any or all responses to this Request for Qualification and waive any informalities or irregularities in any qualifications should the College consider this right to be in its best interest.

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SOFTWARE ENGINEER IN SOUTHFIELD

ENTRY LEVEL FIREFIGHTER/ PARAMEDIC CITY OF SOUTHGATE, WAYNE COUNTY

Dürr Systems, Inc. has an available position of Software Engineer in Southfield, MI. Although the Software Engineer will work in Southfield, MI, the Software Engineer will be required to travel 50% of working time to customer sites & affiliates in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, & Africa as well as to parent company in Germany.

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Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or Electronic Engineering & 24 months experience as a software engineer. Position also requires: Exp. must include 24 mos. exp. designing software for Robot Controllers used in automotive paint shops. Job duties: Design, specify, & develop state-of-the-art software for Spray Booth Automation. Complete assigned projects within budget, on time, & to an acceptable quality, while conforming to company policies & procedures.

Design & code Robotics Process Control (RPC)/Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs following quality manual procedures. Configure, modify, & implement Dürr standard software for RPC, PLC, visualization, & group products.

We are an equal opportunity employer & all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition or disability, height, weight, or any other protected status. We maintain a drugfree work place & perform pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.

Qualified applicants should send resume & verification of reqs. to Kristy Summers, HR Generalist, Dürr Systems, Inc., 26801 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48033.

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The Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) is soliciting RFQ’s for Lift and Hoist Repair Services, Control No. 20-3025. RFQ packages will be available after September 27, 2019, at www.mitn.info.

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Applications can be obtained at City Clerk’s office 14400 Dix-Toledo, Southgate, MI 48195 734-258-3015 8 a.m. – 4p.m., Mon. thru Fri. • Applicants must provide proof at time of application that they are/have: • Be at least eighteen (18) years old.

• MFFTC FIREFIGHTER I, II certified, or currently enrolled in a MFFTC Firefighter I, II curriculum.

• Valid Certificate of successful completion Michigan Firefighters Training Council Hazardous Awareness and Operation Certification.

• Licensed Paramedic by State of MI. and current ACLS certification or awaiting State of MI licensing test.

• CPAT portion of Firefighter Test offered by the Conference of Western Wayne through Schoolcraft College (734-462-4806).

• Applicants will be interviewed by City of Southgate Administration, and then placed on an eligibility list for Probationary firefighter...

• Applicants must meet all established hiring criteria, which is enclosed with the application form.

Starting salary is $42,419.99 and depending on experience up to $49,708.32 with excellent fringe benefits. Wage based upon objective evidence of prior skills and experience.

Applications can be submitted to the Clerk’s office until further notice.

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PROFESSIONAL HELP WANTED Sr. Accountant II – Inventory Accounting

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SECURITY GUARD, (PART-TIME) AT OAKLAND UNIVERSITY ANTON/ FRANKEL CENTER – MOUNT CLEMENS, MI Provide Security Guard presence for the OU Anton/Frankel Center, located in Mount Clemens – Macomb County. Will greet and direct all students, staff and visitors. Patrol interior and exterior of the building, secure/close building in the evenings. Diffuse problematic situations, as needed and complete daily reports by recording observations, occurrences, and surveillance activities. HS graduation or equivalent. Minimum of two years of experience in security, law enforcement, or related field.

Must be detail-oriented and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Two positions available: Two shifts available: 1. M/W 4-10 pm - 2. T/Th 4-10 pm and Fri 1 pm to 6 pm. Additional hours may be available as needed and/or for training. During holidays and semester breaks guards will not be required to report to duty. Salary is up to $15.00 per hour, commensurate with education and experience.

Apply on line for this position to: https:// jobs.oakland.edu – located under casual/ temporary positions.

PROFESSIONAL HELP WANTED

Detroit Diesel Corporation seeks Sr. Accountant II-Inventory Accounting (Detroit, MI) - Techn’l accounting resrch & anlys of Inventory activities, incldg valuation, physical invntry & effectiveness of ICS controls.

Conduct various month-end close activities assoc w/ Inventory Classifictn, Aged Inventory & Negative Inventory records. To apply, send resumes to Camille Bowie, Detroit Diesel Corporation, 13400 West Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48239. Include position reference #10099497.

Domain Lead EngineerVehicle Applications Warren, MI, General Motors. Dvlp internal &supplier specifications, define, improve &execute cybersecurity, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), Diagnostic Identifiers & Routines, &Firmware OTA domains in current &new apps for next gen psgr vehicle Center Stack Modules (CSM) &radios, in C/C++ languages, using neoVI FIRE II, VehicleSpy, &Rad-Moon tools, &neoVI FIRE II HW. Guide &support testing team to create &improve sys &vehicle level test cases &execute test cases using NeoVI FIRE II &RadMoon tools. Review Fuzz testing on communication protocols (Bluetooth, Ethernet, CAN, &Wi-Fi network). Collaborate w/ suppliers to implement security elements for automotive infotainment syss. Support identification &resolution of product security defects. Bachelor, Computer Science, Computer Engrg, Computer Science &Engrg, or related. 60 mos exp as Engineer, dvlpg vehicle functions for CSM, Telematics Control Unit or infotainment unit &define diagnostics reqmts for DTCs, or related.

Mail resume to Ref#4386, GM Global Mobility, 300 Renaissance Center, MC:482-C32-C66, Detroit, MI 48265.

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Warren, MI, General Motors. Act as Technical Expert in wiring harness grommets design, dvlpmt &release, using UGNX, Teamcenter &Vismockup tools, &solve engrg validation, assy, mfg &performance issues with Validation Engrs &Design Release Engrs. Create, update &maintain Component/Subsystem &Vehicle Technical Specs for wiring harness grommets &integration in psgr vehicle wiring harness syss.

Dvlp, maintain, refresh &gain approval for robust Bill of Material (BOM) strategies. Create family &variant maps. Create program rollout plans, &document current applications across portfolio.

Plan, design, dvlp, release, control, own, &set global corporate technical strategic, design &engrg direction of wiring harness Corporate Common Components &corporate managed solutions such as EPDM, TPE, Polypropylene &nylon front of dash, latch, wiper motor, underhood electrical center, liftgate, in-line to door, pass-through to chassis, &coax cable passthrough grommets, for U.S., global &emerging market psgr vehicles, &protection from water, noise, dust, gas intrusion &wiring harness retention integrity. Bachelor, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engrg or related. 60 mos exp Engineer, designing or releasing wiring harness incldg FOD, underhood electrical center, liftgate, in-line to door, pass-through to chassis, &coax cable pass-through grommets, for U.S. &global psgr vehicles, or related. Mail resume to Ref#1120, GM Global Mobility, 300 Renaissance Center, MC:482-C32-C66, Detroit, MI 48265.

General Motors, Detroit, MI. Analyze, test on test bench &in vehicle, implement guidelines, &validate 3G, 4G LTE &5G LTE global telecom ntwrk HW &SW infrastructure incldg GCCX & CEI V2X encrypted commun., vehicle &ntwrk cybersecurity, back office infrastructure app server security, routers, hops &telematics security, &Protocol Gateway ntwrk security, to optimize GM-telecom ntwrk connectivity &vehicle commun. cybersecurity, in Python &Shell Scripting languages, using ATT, QXDM, QCAT, GlobalSimulator tools. Use Synopsys Defensics to perform Fuzz testing on commun. protocols (Bluetooth, Internet Protocol Version 4, Wi-Fi ntwrk). Use Public Key Cryptography Standards &Man In The Middle attack scheme to evaluate sensitive data security over wireless channels.

Dvlp &revise cmpnt level test procedures for vehicle cybersecurity incldg Security-Enhanced Linux OS &PKI, SE Linux policy validation, invehicle Message Authentication, Secure Boot, Secure Programming/Diagnostic &Rationality, Fuzz, TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, &Bluetooth protocols.

Master, Computer Science, Information Technology or Systems, or related. 12 mos exp as Engineer, analyzing, testing on test bench &in vehicle, &validating 3G &4G LTE telecom ntwrk SW infrastructure incldg V2X encrypted commun. to optimize telecom ntwrk connectivity &vehicle commun. cybersecurity, in Python &Shell Scripting languages, using QXDM, &QCAT tools.

Mail resume to Ref#29501, GM Global Mobility, 300 Renaissance Center, MC:482-C32-C66, Detroit, MI 48265

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4 Tips for Higher-Quality Sleep (StatePoint) Sleep is essential to good health.

Unfortunately, over a third of Americans are not getting enough sleep, according to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Over time, sleep deprivation can take a toll on one’s overall wellness.

“Like air, water and food, sleep is like fuel for your body,” says Dr. Janet Kennedy, sleep specialist at Leesa, a mattress company on a mission to help consumers get better sleep.

Do you have trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep? If you’re feeling more wired than tired at bedtime, it may be time to improve your sleep routine. Check out Dr. Kennedy’s suggestions for a better night’s rest: • Cool down: If your first quiet moment to relax comes when you get into bed, your mind will race to try to get all its thinking done. Shut down phones and other devices at least one hour before bed and set an even earlier cutoff time for work. Much the way the body needs a cooldown period after exercise, your mind needs a cooldown period to process the day and unwind before transitioning into sleep mode.

• Make a routine: Bedtime routines are important, but they don’t have to be elaborate. It helps to create a series of steps to be done in a consistent order. This could include stretching, breathing exercises or journaling.

“I recommend keeping it simple and ending by reading fiction,” says Dr. Kennedy. “Reading is one of the most powerful sleep associations I have found. It gives the mind a place to go while

the body settles down and tells you when it’s ready to sleep.”

• Create a sanctuary: Your bed should be a place you feel lucky to be. That means setting it up for ultimate comfort. No matter what type sleeper you are, your pillows and mattress should properly support and align the neck and spine so your body will relax quickly, instead of struggling to find a comfortable sleeping position. Temperature control is also important for drifting into sleep. Pillows and bedding should stay cool through the night. Look for a mattress designed to offer superior support as well as breathability and temperature regulation, such as those from Leesa. The brand also offers hybrid pillows made with fibers featuring a ventilated gel comfort layer. Customizable, they are designed to keep sleepers cool and comfortable.

• Don’t struggle: If you aren’t falling asleep as quickly as you want, or if you are struggling with insomnia, stop trying to fall asleep. The body knows how to sleep and will sleep when it’s ready. Wait until you are very sleepy before going to bed and then read, listen to an audio book, or do something quiet to distract your mind until sleep comes to you.

More resources about sleep are available at www. leesa.com.

Sleep is meant to restore the mind and body, not cause stress, so if you’re having trouble getting enough of it, it may be time to tweak your nighttime routine.

Making the Most of the Medicare Annual Election Period (StatePoint) Medicare Advantage (MA) plans are increasingly popular, offering robust benefits including vision, health, dental, drug coverage and more. For the more than 22 million people with an MA plan, the Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP), running from Oct. 15-Dec. 7, is the only time each year when they can shop for alternate plans.

“Health care is one of the most important investments you’ll ever make,” says Brian Evanko, who heads Medicare for Cigna, which serves more than 3 million Medicare customers nationwide through its various plans. “For those unsatisfied with their MA plan, the AEP provides a valuable opportunity to shop for a new one that better meets their specific needs.”

Weighing your options this AEP? Consider the following tips from Cigna: • Review changes. In late September, health plans send their current MA customers a document known as the Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) with information about plan changes for the upcoming year, including costs, benefits, available doctors and facilities. Don’t overlook this important document in the mail. It can help you determine if you need to change plans.

• Weigh extras. When comparing plans, pay attention to extra benefits not available in Original Medicare and consider whether you’re likely to use them. Some of the most popular are dental, vision, hearing and no-cost access to fitness programs. Others might include over-thecounter drug coverage and no-cost transportation to doctors and pharmacies.

• Consider other factors. Beyond cost, consider the doctors and facilities included in any given plan, making sure it includes your favorite physician. Check drug coverage, prices on your regular maintenance medications and whether it’s easy to see specialists. Also pay attention to copays (how much you’re required to pay out-of-pocket for doctor visits) and the deductible.

Are they affordable?

• Know yourself. Learn as much as you can about the different plan types and choose one that best suits your budget, lifestyle and health status. Of course, priorities change, which could prompt a need for a plan change.

• Don’t forget prevention. Many MA plans cover health screenings beyond those covered by Original Medicare. Talk to your doctor about which screenings are important for you given your age and health status. Some MA plans may even provide rewards, such as gift cards, for completing certain screenings.

• Get assistance. Plan Finder, found at medicare.gov/find-a-plan, is an online tool available through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services that helps you compare premiums, costs of medications and more. You can see how plans are rated from one to five stars based on different quality measures. Additionally, many insurance plans offer seminars at no cost and with no obligation to sign up. You can also check health plans’ websites or call their customer service for more information. Local and state agencies on aging also connect older adults and caregivers with resources.

“Medicare is a great program, but it can be complicated, especially for those who are new to it,” Evanko advises. “Seek out third-party resources and talk to friends and family who have been through the process, asking questions until you understand your options.”

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VISIT YOUR LOCAL MICHIGAN TOYOTA DEALER TODAY! FOR ALL TOYOTA OFFERS AND TO FIND A DEALER NEAR YOU 1. Cash back direct from Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. 2. New 2019 RAV4 (excludes hybrid) & new 2019 Avalon (includes hybrid). 1.9% APR financing for 36 months with $28.60 per $1,000 borrowed OR 1.9% APR for 48 months with $21.65 per $1,000 borrowed OR 1.9% APR for 60 months with $17.48 per $1,000 borrowed OR 2.9% APR for 72 months with $15.15 per $1,000 borrowed on Avalon & 3.9% APR for 72 months with $15.60 per $1,000 borrowed on RAV4.* 3. New 2019 RAV4 LE FWD Model 4430. Lease based on net cap cost of $23,532. Lease end purchase option $16,656.** 4. Toyota vehicles and components are built using U.S. and globally sourced parts. 5. All-New 2020 Corolla (includes hybrid) 2.9% APR financing for 36 months with $29.04 per $1,000 borrowed OR 2.9% APR for 48 months with $22.09 per $1,000 borrowed OR 2.9% APR for 60 months with $17.92 per $1,000 borrowed OR 3.9% APR for 72 months with $15.60 per $1,000 borrowed.* 6. All-new 2020 Corolla LE Model 1852. Lease based on net cap cost of $17,211. $600 TFS Lease Subvention Cash must be applied toward due at signing – which reduces $3,599 due at signing to $2,999. Lease end purchase option $12,466.** 7. New 2019 Highlander (excludes hybrid). 0.9% APR financing for 36 months with $28.16 per $1,000 borrowed OR 0.9% APR financing for 48 months with $21.22 per $1,000 borrowed OR 0.9% APR for 60 months with $17.05 per $1,000 borrowed OR 1.9% APR financing for 72 months with $14.71 per $1,000 borrowed.* 8. New 2019 Highlander LE Model LE L4 FWD Model 6942. Lease based on net cap cost of $28,902. Lease end purchase option $20,580.** 9. New 2019 Avalon XLE Model 3544. Lease based on net cap cost of $31,932. Lease end purchase option $18,109.** 10. Qualified military personnel and household members of eligible qualifying military personal are eligible for rebates in addition to all other incentives, depending on model, through Toyota Motor Sales USA, Inc., when leased or financed through Toyota Financial Services. Must take retail delivery from select new dealer stock. The Toyota Military Rebate Program is not compatible with the Toyota College Rebate Program. See participating dealer or visit buyatoyota.com for complete details. 11. The Toyota College Rebate Program is not compatible with the Military Rebate Program. See participating dealer or visit buyatoyota.com for complete details. 12. ToyotaCare covers normal factory scheduled service for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. 24-hour roadside assistance is also included for 2 years and unlimited miles. See Toyota dealers for details and exclusions. Valid only in the continental U.S. and Alaska. * Subject to approved credit through Toyota Financial Services Tier 1+ & 1 only. Not all customers will qualify for lowest rate – see dealer for terms and conditions. ** NO SECURITY DEPOSIT. Subject to approved credit through Toyota Financial Services. Not all customers will qualify – Tier I PLUS customers ONLY. Excludes state and local taxes, tags, registration and title, and insurance. License and applicable fees are extra. Other options and dealer charges extra. Your payment may vary depending on final price. Lessee may be charged for excessive wear based on Toyota Financial Services standards for normal use and for mileage in excess of 30,000 miles at the rate of $0.15 per mile (low mileage lease). $350 Disposition Fee is due at lease termination. For 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, & 11: Must take retail delivery from new 2019 & 2020 dealer stock between 9/4/19 and 9/30/19. Customer Cash & Lease offers may not be combined. See participating dealer for complete details. Individual dealer prices and document fees may vary. Offers may vary by region. VEHICLE IMAGES USED FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. Expiration for these offers is 9/30/19.