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RIVERVIEW REGISTER • MAY 6 — JUNE 9, 2021 • Page 3 City Manager Doug Drysdale (left), Mayor Andrew Swift, Golf Course Superintendent Scott Mincher, Golf Director Mike Kettler, Chief of Police Ronald Beggs and Assistant City Manager Jeff Dobek check out THe Highlands’ new blue golf carts Photos by Larry Caruso

Highlands upgrades continue with fleet of new carts Golfers at Riverview Highlands are riding in style thanks to 110 brand new state-of-the-art golf carts that have been unveiled for the new season.

The carts were purchased from Midwest Golf and Turf, a local distributor for Club Car, one of the top providers in the nation. As part of the deal, the city received DAVE trade-in value for 100 of GORGON the Highlands’ used fleet Riverview Register of Yamaha carts.

It is the first time in eight years that new golf carts grace the city-owned course.

“The new Club Car golf carts reflect our commitment to making the Riverview Highlands a first-class golf course led by a first-class team,” said Mayor Andrew Swift. “No more bogeys on our part; just birdies.

“I personally like the fact that there is a USB port on board to power your cell phone. That way, you can enjoy some tunes while golfing. I also like the fact that there are rain covers for the golf bags. And most of all, I like the way they look.”

Assistant City Manager Jeff Dobek

said the carts are navy blue – “Riverview Highlands blue” – with black seats and black covers and a Riverview Highlands logo to match. He said the carts were financed over five years with a lease-toown option.

“The upgrade in golf carts goes with the improvements we’re making at the golf course,” Dobek said. “Our eightyear-old golf carts were pretty banged up. We’re trying to grow the image of Riverview Highlands.”

Golf Director Mike Kettler said the new carts have a “nicer feel” and an upgraded steering wheel designed for comfort.

City Manager and Treasurer Douglas Drysdale agreed the new cart fleet would be an asset going forward.

“The purchase of the new golf carts continues our improvements at the Riverview Highland Golf Club,” he said, “Last year, we made significant upgrades in the playability of the courts itself, and we continue to focus on providing our customers with top-level golfing experiences.”

There are three courses at Riverview Highlands: two 18-hole courses, the Gold and Red, plus a nine-hole course, the Blue. The latter was designed by the

famous Arthur Hills in the late 1970s, Dobek said. The other two have been open since earlier that decade.

Kettler said play at Riverview Highlands has been up 12 percent over the last year. He said golf is a safe and fun activity to do outside, which is important during the COVID-19 global pandemic.

“We opened up this year on March 4,” Kettler said. “We’ve been hustling and bustling ever since. It’s crazy how many people have taken up the game in the last year.”

The cost to golf depends on the playing time. The prime-time rack rate (weekend mornings) for 18 holes and a cart is $44 for non-Riverview residents and $40 for residents. The rate for weekdays before 3 p.m. and weekends after noon is $36 for non-residents and $34 for residents. There is a rate of $11 for golfers who walk and play nine holes starting after 6 p.m.

Kettler, a PGA member who recently celebrated his 23rd anniversary at the golf club, said three dozen leagues play at Riverview Highlands, mostly in the evening. And a second annual Riverview Highlands invitational is set for June 24.

“Almost all of the leagues have grown

in numbers, which increases the number of rounds played,” he said.

Kettler said Riverview Highlands is becoming the place to purchase golf clubs and get lessons in the region.

There is also a small practice course and driving range.

Ken Moore offers “Grow Your Game” lessons and private coaching both indoors and outdoors and is an expert on custom-fitting clubs. Moore offers Ping, Callaway, Wilson and Tour Edge brand equipment.

“I love the golf course,” said Kettler, who has been the director for the last 5½ years. “It’s always had a place in my heart. I am very happy with the way things are going. The city is investing in the golf course, which leads to an increase in players. The greens and fairways are great. We installed a new pump station 3 years ago. The city is investing in golf and the returns are starting to show.”

Riverview Highlands is located at 15015 Sibley Road.

To book a tee time or get more information, visit the website www. riverviewhighlands.com or call (734) 479-2266.

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Restaurant entrepreneur says employees are heart of the businesses Jeremy Syrocki, who is involved in ownership of Truago restaurant in Trenton, Major Biddle in Wyandotte and Lloyd’s on Grosse Ile, has been in the restaurant business virtually his entire life.

Syrocki opened Truago about five years ago, he helped open Major Biddle about two years ago, along with his brother Jeff and sister-in-law Christine. And two months ago, he reopened Lloyd’s with Grosse Ile friends Chris Laura and Francis Brooks.

From his vast experience, Syricki knows that one of the key things that make a prosperous business is the quality of the employees. And at his three establishments Syrocki has been blessed with great employees, some who have been with him for years.

For example, Truagio head prep chef Veronica Manzano predates even Truago and has worked for Syrocki for 10 years.

“Our team of employees is what makes our restaurants succeed and a majority of them have been with the company since day one,” Syrocki said.

“Our No. 1 goal in the kitchen has and always will be the quality and consistency of our food. The No. 1 goal for the service staff is to make sure every guest that walks through our door has an outstanding experience with us.”

Truago general manager Carrie Hancock has been with the Trenton restaurant since 2016. Others that have been there from the start or near the start are, office manager Theresa Crispell, server/bartender Stacie Catka, server Holly Bogard, server Sarah Kowalski, server John Bujdoso, bartender Dawn Bomay and bartender Kristen Johnson.

But the loyal staff at Lloyd’s really takes the cake.

When the new owners reopened the bar, they brought back all the former employees who wanted to return.

The longevity champ is sever Mary Kay Marx, who has worked at Lloyd’s for 31 years. And she is not the only one with a long record at the Grosse Ile tavern. Server Emily Lehman has been there 15 years, server Courtney Lehman has been there for 14 years, Cook Matt Robertson has been there eight years and server Robin Hensley has been there six years.

It’s an impressive list of loyalty.

Each of the three restaurants is different and offers a unique menu and atmosphere.

Truago is an upscale steak and seafood restaurant in Downtown Trenton.

Major Biddle, on the north end of Biddle in Wyandotte, specializes in ribs, barbecue and comfort food such as meatloaf and lasagna and also offers sandwiches, steaks and seafood.

The new owners redid the interior, but Lloyd’s remains a comfortable neighborhood bar where you can get house-made pizza, burgers, hoagies and a wide assortment of appetizers, entrees, soups and salads. Already, the bar is selling 50-100 pizzas a day, counting carry-out and dine-in sales, Syrocki said.

Combined the three establishments employ around 100 people.

Here is each establishment’s leadership team: Truago - Carrie Hancock, general manager and Mario Robertson, executive chef.

Major Biddle - Christine Syrocki, general manager and Samantha Esparza, executive chef.

Lloyd’s - Johnny Zukowski, executive chef.

“The secret to retaining a great staff is hiring great leaders who will jump in and do whatever it takes to keep anyone from failing,” said Jeremy Syrocki.

“You build mutual respect as a leader when you work alongside your team. Covid had a way of showing us who was loyal to the company and wanted to remain a part of our restaurant family.

“The most important quality that a member of our team must possess is accountability and integrity.”

The staff at Truago, Major Biddle and Lloyd’s are experienced, talented and ready to make your return to dining out a pleasant, enjoyable and delicious one.

They’d like to invite you to come out and give them a try.

Truago Staff Five years or more Carrie Hancock, general manager; Veronica Manzano, head prep chef; Theresa Crispell, office manager; Stacie Catka, server; Holly Bogard, server; Sarah Kowalski, server; John Bujdoso, server; Dawn Bomay, bartender; Kristen Johnson, bartender.

Four years Theresa Reidy, server; Nicole Reidy, server; Amanda McFadden, server.

Three years Bridget Senterfit, bar manager; Ashley Tysick, lead server; Sue Schrettner, lead server; Shannon Zokoe, server; Tori Smith, bartender/server; Mollie Wilkie, bartender/server.

Two years Gudelia Parada, prep cook; Katie Kelsey, server; Hanna Cunningham, bartender/server; Brianna Skuratovich, server; Therese Hebda, server; Cassidy

Bullard, bartender/server; Abby Karp, host/food runner; Michael Churan, busser; Nathan Doherty, kitchen.

One year Jake Williams, dishwasher Newcomers Benjamin Stanley, line cook; Zach Hutchins, line cook; Ashley Deaton line cook; Chase Hill, line cook; Jake Williams, dishwasher; Rina Santarossa, server; Christina Olsowy, server; Gracey Gadille, server; Shanna Koenecke, server/prep cook; Emily Trela, hostess; Chloe Henson, hostess; Alisia Ramsey, hostess; Abigail Crispell, hostess; Jacob Churan, busser; Haydn Debacker, food runner/busser; Brandy Davis, server; Whitney Davis, server; Mason Hill, prep cook; Martin Iverson, server.

Major Biddle’s Staff Samantha Esparza, executive chef; Benjamin Holsinger, chef; Matt Miley, chef; Jason Jaynes, dishwasher/prep; Shane Gardner, dishwasher/prep; Jacob Macko, cook; Luis Chavez, cook; Chris Primeau, cook; Brandon Griffin, cook; Paige Johnson, lead server; Cierra Winn, server/bartender; Josh Primeau, server/food runner; Elizabeth Nieman, server; Reilly Gomez, busser/food runner; Tighen Josepeit, busser.

Newcomers Denise Schmidt, bartender; Tony Garvelli, server; Olivia Smith, server/host; Gabby Gebnar, host; Leah Mills, bartender; Chelsey Pierce, bartender; Brooklyn Tanner, server.

Lloyd’s Staff Employee’s that stayed on after new ownership: Antoinette Farrell, server/bartender; Nicole McCarthy, bartender/server; Mary Marx, server; Robin Hensley, server; Emily Lehmann, server; Courtney Lehmann, server; Nancy Benson, server; Tina Vince, server; Matt Robertson, cook.

Newcomers John Zukowski, head chef, Michelle Delaney, server; Kate Begor, bartender/server; Nathan Pappas, cook; Brianna Syrocki, host; Delaney Arndt, host; Christian Syrocki, dishwasher; Braydon Syrocki, dishwasher; Griffin Wilcox, busser; Adam Brooks, busser; Fallon Pilkington, host; Daniel Walters, cook; Zachary Hutchins (works for both Truago and Lloyd’s).

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FROM THE DESK OF THE MAYOR

School district to make use of Young Patriots Park My fellow Riverview residents, the Covid-19 new case numbers are finally starting to fall.

The CDC has relaxed mask wearing requirements for outdoor activities. And just in time.

The Riverview Community School District has several events planned at Young Patriot’s Park. andrew With passage of swift the bond proposal the schools are receiving much needed improvements. And with school facilities unavailable, the city has made our premiere park available for their events.

RCHS will be holding its graduation ceremony on Thursday, June 3.

The Senior Sunset event will take place on Thursday, June 10 and Seitz Middle School will hold its eighthgrade Memory Dance on Friday, June 4.

I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of the city council and myself to congratulate the graduating seniors and their parents.

The past year and a half has been a challenge for all of us let alone working on fulfilling all the requirements for graduation.

Contrary to popular belief, Riverview continues to be the destination of choice for new businesses.

Safe Spot Self Storage will be moving into the old Rocky’s Pub building on Sibley Road.

Piramal Pharmaceuticals are planning a multi-million expansion of their facility on Krause. Arkema is actively marketing its West Brine field property and has an interested developer. Arkema has also agreed to allow the use of its property for a satellite recycling center on West Jefferson.

Solo World Partners has inquired about constructing a new 45,000 square foot office and warehouse building in front of their existing building on Pennsylvania Road. This project has an estimated value of $3 million.

Our Planning Commission is looking at revising our M-2 General Industrial zoning district to allow more recreation and commercial opportunities and to increase setback restrictions on

distribution facilities.

Riverview has recently signed a three-year agreement with the “Destination Downriver Coalition.”

This is a coalition of like-minded organizations and individuals that are pulling together opportunities and resources to market and brand Downriver by telling the world what is special about our region.

For those following the installation of Turtle Island, there is another new twist. A second island was installed to accommodate the turtle population. If you are interested in winning a $50 gift card to Taco Stand, I would suggest you refer to last month’s Riverview Register to read about the contest we have going.

The filing deadline has passed for those who were interested in running for city council. We have a total of 10 candidates for the three open positions.

Please watch this and other local papers for information on those who’ve decided it’s time to get involved.

With this many candidates we will need to hold a primary in August. The top 6 vote getters will continue on to the general election in November.

Riverview did experience a terrible fire at the Riverview Crossings Apartments. An entire building was nearly totally destroyed. The building housed 24 families, most lost everything.

Two agencies moved in quickly, the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army. The Holiday Inn Express in Southgate set up a donation center that got overwhelmed quickly. That is because of the generosity of the residents who make up this community.

One person I’d like to recognize in this article is Riverview resident April Scamp. She knew that the families of Riverview Crossings needed help and they needed it fast. She used her Facebook experience to set up a central place for those who wanted to donate and for those who needed the help.

The “Riverview Crossings/Pennbroke Apartments Easter Fire Donations Page” allowed for quick coordination between these two groups.

On behalf of the City of Riverview we say, “Thank you, April”.

Memorial Day: lest we forget Lest We Forget.

On May 31, we remember (I choose to not use the word celebrate) Memorial Day, 2021.

We remember the service men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice defending the freedom we enjoy today. This includes all wars; not just WWI, WWII, The Korean war, Vietnam GERALD PERRY war - all wars.

Riverview The brave souls Register who fought and died are being joined even today in the current, (never-ending war) in Iraq and Afghanistan.

So as we gather in small groups, with our masks, we should take time to think how fortunate we are just to be alive today. Imagine the things that we can do, and then imagine the things that the fallen we memorialize this day can no longer do.

Just a few examples; Meeting a sweetheart and then proposing to them.

The joys of having children, and grandchildren.

Watching your children and grandchildren play sports.

Looking at the children as they go out the door to a prom or graduation.

The weddings and the backyard parties and barbeques with family.

And so many other things And yet, we complain.

We have to wear a mask wherever we go. We have to practice social distance. We have to work at our jobs out of our homes.

Imagine what the folks who died in the terrible conditions of war had to go through.

Some being crammed onto a ship along with thousands of others being sent to some God-forsaken place and told to sleep on the deck cause there were no beds. Eat your food on the floor with your legs crossed. And then crammed into a small landing boat.

Many of these soldiers were given the same speech, that a good share of them probably wouldn’t be coming back alive. Some were captured and even tortured as prisoners of war.

Many of them who did survive came back missing limbs or suffering from other effects of the conflict.

This Memorial Day, think about

those soldiers when you feel bad about wearing a mask, washing your hands or keeping your distance to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

They put up with a lot. We can put up with a little.

Remember Riverview’s 17 Fallen Army Corporal Albert E. Smith WW1 Army Tech 5 Edward Hicks WW 2 Army Pvt. Ralph A. Shavkey WW2 Army Sgt. Edward k. Hudson WW 2 Army Sgt. Freeman A. Trudeau WW2 Army Pfc. Irving R. Lambrix WW2 Army Pvt. Kenneth D. Pokey Army Pvt. Gerald D McFall WW2 Army Pvt. Paul J. Terry Korea Marine Corp. Claude F. McTaggart WW2 Army Lt. Dennis J. Breda Vietnam Army Pvt. Douglas H Phelps WW2 Army Lt. Thomas J. Evans Vietnam Navy Fireman 1st Joseph J. Ricci WW2 Army WO. James Lee Paul Vietnam Navy Seaman 2nd Phillip 0. Sharp WW2 Marine Corp. Kenneth E. Treadway Vietnam Lest we Forget. Have a blessed Memorial Day. Yes, even as we are asked to quarantine in place.

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Riverview Pickleball League Beginner/Intermediate-This league will be for those just starting out in the Pickleball world and those with some experience who are true recreation players who love to play.

Intermediate/Advanced-This league will be for those who have been playing Pickleball and have be come more competitive and have advanced past just a recreational player.

Both leagues will have 24 spots and will be played in ladder style league format over a 12 week period. The leagues will be mixed male/female. The leagues will be played in a doubles format. You will sign up as an individual and the Recrea tion Department will assign partners and match-ups each week. At the end of the third week, players will be placed in an A. B or C group within the league. The A/B/C groups will be realigned every three weeks to keep play fun and equal. Matches will be played on Mondays at either 6:00 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. Substitutes will be allowed for vacation or if you need to miss a day. Players must provide their own paddle and balls.

Beginner/Intermediate Mondays June 7-August 30 No class July 5 Intermediate/Advanced Thursdays June 3-August 26 No class July 1 Games will be at 6:00 or 7:30 p.m.

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Here are three common causes of tense muscles At some point in our lives, each and every one of us has experienced tight or tense muscles. In fact, somewhere in your body at this very moment there’s probably a tense muscle.

But what’s the cause?

There are a few common culprits that we see in the practice frequently, including: 1. Stress. In today’s world, stress is around every corner. This high rate of exposure can lead to muscles typically in the back, shoulders and neck feeling tense frequently.

2. Dehydration. Feel like you’ve got a thirst you can’t quench? You might be dehydrated. In addition to dehydration, electrolyte deficiency can cause muscle cramps and tightness.

3. Medical conditions. Problems with the thyroid can cause muscle pain, weakness and even spasms.

If you’re tired of tense muscles, chiropractic may help. Contact us for an appointment.

Which Exercise is Best?

With so many exercise options, it can be hard to figure out what type is right for you.

As long as your movement of choice is hitting all four categories below, you’re doing great!

Your heart rate and breathing are elevated. Aerobic exercise is an important part of working out as it can help lower blood sugar, reduce inflammation and relax blood vessel walls.

You’re using your muscles. Regular strength training should be incorporated into your workouts—but that doesn’t have to mean lifting heavy weights. Squats are a great way to engage your muscles.

You make time for stretching. Keeping our muscles and tendons limber leads to increased flexibility as we age, making movement easier.

You’re working on your balance. Making balance a part of your exercise routine is ideal for long-term

health as your risk of falls will be diminished. You can work balance exercises into your routine by standing on one leg and lifting the other 10 times.

Repeat as needed.

Celebrating World Health Day April 7 was World Health Day. This year, the World Health Organization (WHO) is committing to building a fairer, healthier world.

Wondering what you can do to build a healthier, happier community and world?

Here are a few ideas: • Connect with people in your community. Attend local government meetings and voice your opinion on matters you believe in.

• Volunteer at a local hospital (if it’s safe to do so).

• Educate yourself. Uncover facts about your own area and developing parts of the world in WHO’s annual statistics report.

• Nourish your own body—change begins with you. Teach your family healthy habits that can be shared and passed on.

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Food Truck owners looking to participate in Riverview’s Summer Concerts & Food Truck Series contact the Recreation Department for full details at 734-281-4219 or tdickman@cityofriverview.com.

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Getting ready to learn

Kindergarten Round-up welcomes new crop of Riverview students Riverview Schools held Kindergarten Roundup on April 20 and April 22 - and hosted 141 students who attend over the two evenings.

New students were able to see their kindergarten classrooms at their school and parents went to a parent meeting to learn all about Kindergarten at Riverview.

Superintendent Dr. Russ Pickell, Director of Curriculum, Innovation and Grants Jason Gribble, kindergarten teachers, building secretaries and members of the Champions before/after school program all gave presentations to the parents.

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RIVERVIEW COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

is happy to announce that we will be conducting a full Graduation Ceremony for our seniors on June 3, 2021.

The graduates will be able to celebrate this momentous occasion together as a class with an outdoor ceremony at Young Patriot’s Park in Riverview from 6:00-8:00pm.

Pursuant to the most recent Michigan Department of Health and Human Services epidemic order, this event must adhere to an overall total of 1,000 people (including all graduates, participants, staff, patrons/observers, etc.). Therefore, each verified graduating senior will receive two (2) tickets for the ceremony. Seating will be assigned and determined by random draw prior to the event, and will be available for the two ticket holders within the cordonedoff area in the east parking lot of the Riverview Community Center. Graduates will need to submit the names of their two guests. Please note, this event will be live-streamed as well, formats to be communicated at a later date.

On-site parking will be limited, and we will establish a drop-off loop in the parking lot directly in front of the Riverview Community Center. Shuttle bussing will be made available for the graduates not arriving with a parent. Graduates may park at Seitz Middle School in the lot at Kennebec & Williamsburg. If using the shuttle, Graduates should arrive at Seitz by 5:00pm.

The shuttle bus will depart at 5:15pm exactly, and return to Seitz following the ceremony.

There will be no parking for individual graduates allowed at Young Patriot’s Park.

All applicable masking and social distancing requirements must be followed by everyone 2 years and older at all times.

Mandatory practice will be the morning of June 3, at 11am at Young Patriot’s Park.

Graduates should attend this practice dressed and ready to take their formal photograph walking across the stage. ** Rain date is June 10, 2021 and any rain cancellation will be communicated by RCHS as soon as possible.

We appreciate your support and understanding while we plan for this monumental occasion in the lives of our graduates.

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RCHS Student Council is giving back to the community Riverview Community High School Student Council members have been busy bringing positivity to the school and community.

For their annual Charity Week, Student Council wanted to do something special for some of the people who have been working the hardest during the pandemic - hospital workers.

Members decided to put together four awesome raffle baskets - a gift card basket, Riverview swag basket, movie basket and snack basket.

RCHS students, staff, and families purchased raffle tickets from April 19-30 with hopes of winning one of the baskets.

The Student Council and their adviser, Mrs. Bollin, set a goal to raise $1,000, and it looks like they are right on track!

All proceeds will be used to purchase meals for healthcare heroes at Beaumont Hospital in Trenton.

In addition, the Student Council planned exciting surprises for Teacher Appreciation Week on May 3-7.

To thank staff members who have shown creativity and flexibility during this challenging school year, members are delivering daily gifts including personalized thankyou cards, potted succulents, cookies from A Serendipity Cakery, and a video with student messages to show how much they care.

RCHS Student Council is proud of our teachers and community, and members are excited to be able to give Student Council members pictured are, Katie Finley, Devlynn Gehringer, Tabitha Mac, back!

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More students meet Blue

Officer Herrick and K-9 officer, Blue, came to visit Forest elementary face-to-face students recently. Officer Herrick taught students about police canine dogs and the students were able to meet Blue and also ask questions.

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STEAM teacher Heise wins RESA grant

Sara Heise, Memorial Elementary STEAM teacher, recently won a grant through Wayne RESA that provided two STEM books to all K-3 students at Memorial and to the ECP afternoon students housed at St. Cyprian’s.

The grant was used to promote STEM in literature. Many of the lessons that are taught in the elementary STEAM classes use children’s books to help guide the lesson.

The books that were included in the grant are: “Balloons over Broadway” and “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind”.

Both books include STEM lessons that K-5 students may complete on their own and have already completed in STEAM class.

Heise and nine others were chosen out of hundreds of applicants to receive this grant to help supplement literature in STEM in their classrooms.

The remaining books that were left over were distributed amongst the remaining K-3 teachers at all three elementary buildings and to all the preschool teachers at the Riverview Schools Early Childhood Learning Center.

The City of Riverview Recreation Department is now offering online registration.

Please check out our Summer Programs at secure.rec1.com/MI/riverview-mi/catalog. You can find the link on our website www.cityofriverview.com or our Facebook page Riverview Recreation Department.

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The show must go on for RCHS actors With Covid-19 creating such a challenging year for not only academics but clubs as well, the Riverview Community High School Drama Club still managed to produce a creative performance.

Titled “The Senior Prank,” the student-written and student-directed cabaret was a wonderful collection of scenes tied together under the theme of a murder mystery, specifically of one dead classmate found at a party.

The dead “classmate” was played

by RCHS music director Mr. Ian Nicholas. The students involved enjoyed putting together their own scenes, musical numbers, and dances.

With the acts being student led, there were bound to be some challenges; but due to the nature of the year and the show, the Drama Club’s teamwork prevailed and they encouraged each other that the show must go on!

Students deeply appreciated a chance to perform, even without a live audience, and supported each other

immensely.

“It was so much fun to get to see everyone’s acts and the love that was put into them! I’m really glad that we did the cabaret this year

because it was so much fun writing a skit. Something I would not have done otherwise,” says Junior, Lydia Bennett.

“The Senior Prank” was filmed

on Thursday, April 22 and will be streamed on the Riverview Community High School Facebook page on May 14 and 15th at 7 p.m.

Having fun, helping out Mr. Poniedzielski and his staff organized a cereal drive for Mimi’s Mission at Forest Elementary in April. The students collected over 850 boxes of cereal and then watched the boxes fall like dominoes throughout the entire building.

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LEGAL NOTICES CITY OF RIVERVIEW, WAYNE COUNTY, MICHIGAN REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES HELD ON MONDAY APRIL 5, 2021 The Virtual Meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m.

Presiding: Mayor Swift Present: Councilmembers Blanchette, Norton, ONeil, Towle, Trombley, Workman Also Present: Various Department Heads, Attorneys Pentiuk and Morgan Approved March 15, 2021, Regular Minutes by unanimous vote.

Mayor Swift offered Public Comments. No one spoke.

Approved Consent Agenda by unanimous vote.

• Authorization for the Solicitation of Bids for Veterans Memorial Landscaping Project and Engineering Fees with Charles E. Raines Company in an amount not to exceed $7,000.00 Adopted Resolution, Amending Departmental Fee Schedule to add Mobile Food Vending Unit Fees, by unanimous vote.

Authorized Second Reading, by Title Only, and Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 720, Amending Chapter 14, “Business,” of the Riverview Code of Ordinances, to add Mobile Food Fending Units, by unanimous vote.

PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 720 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 14, “BUSINESSES”, OF THE RIVERVIEW CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF ARTICLE XV, “MOBILE FOOD VENDING UNITS”, TO ALLOW AND REGULATE THE OPERATION OF MOBILE FOOD VENDING UNITS IN THE CITY Authorized First Reading, by Title Only, of Proposed Ordinance No. 721, to Amend Chapter 38 of the Riverview Code of Ordinances by repealing and readopting Section 38-124 concerning Switchblade Knives, by unanimous vote.

PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 721 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 38 OF THE RIVERVIEW CODE, “OFFENNSES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS”, BY THE REPEAL AND READOPTION OF SECTION 38-124, “DANGEROUS WEAPONS”, OF ARTICLE IV, “OFFENSES INVOLVING PUBLIC SAFETY”, TO BE CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW CONCERNING SWITCHBLADE KNIVES. Recessed into Closed Session for the Purpose of Discussing Labor Negotiations for the Police Command Union, by unanimous vote.

Meeting recessed at 8:07 p.m. Councilmember ONeil was excused due to conflict of interest.

Meeting reconvened at 8:29 p.m.

Roll Call: Present: Mayor Swift, Councilmembers Blanchette, Norton, Towle, Trombley, Workman Ratified Tentative Agreement of the Police Command Union as presented in Closed Session.

Ayes: Mayor Swift, Councilmembers Blanchette, Norton, Trombley, Workman Nays: Councilmember Towle Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 8:31 p.m. by unanimous vote.

DETAILED MINUTES/ORDINANCES AVAILABLE AT THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK. Andrew M. Swift, Mayor Cynthia M. Hutchison, City Clerk CITY OF RIVERVIEW, WAYNE COUNTY, MICHIGAN REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES HELD ON MONDAY APRIL 19, 2021 The Virtual Meeting was called to order at 7:42 p.m.

Presiding: Mayor Swift Present: Councilmembers Blanchette, Norton, ONeil, Towle, Trombley, Workman Also Present: Various Department Heads, Attorney Pentiuk Approved April 5, 2021, Regular Minutes by unanimous vote.

Mayor Swift offered Public Comments.

Approved reappointment of Mr. Brian Webb to the Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority for a six year term to April 1, 2027, by unanimous vote.

Approved appointment of Ms. Nicole Clark to the Economic Development Corporation/Brownfield Redevelopment Authority for a six year term to April 1, 2027, by unanimous vote.

Approved Consent Agenda by unanimous vote.

• Approve Special Events Application from Riverview Community High School for 2021 Graduation Ceremony in Young Patriots Park June 3, 2021, with a rain date of June 10, 2021.

• Approve Special Events Application from Riverview Community High School for Class of 2021 Senior Sunset in Young Patriots Park on May 11, 2021, with a rain date of May 19, 2021.

• Approve Special Events Application from Riverview Seitz Middle School 8th Grade Memory Dance to be held in Young Patriots Park on June 4, 2021.

• Approve Special Events Application from Grace Point Church to hold the Grace Point Night Market on the Church Property on June 5, 2021.

• Budget Amendment as presented.

Authorized to Receive and Place on File and Concur with the Local Officers’ Compensation Commission Recommendation by unanimous vote.

Authorized Execution of Letter of Intent with Destination Downriver Coalition for three-year funding agreement for $5,000.00 per year, by unanimous vote.

Authorized Second Reading, by Title Only, and Adoption of Proposed Ordinance No. 721, to Amend Chapter 38 of the Riverview Code of Ordinances by repealing and readopting Section 38-124 concerning Switchblade Knives, by unanimous vote.

PROPOSED ORDINANCE NO. 721 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 38 OF THE RIVERVIEW CODE, “OFFENNSES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS”, BY THE REPEAL AND READOPTION OF SECTION 38-124, “DANGEROUS WEAPONS”, OF ARTICLE IV, “OFFENSES INVOLVING PUBLIC SAFETY”, TO BE CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW CONCERNING SWITCHBLADE KNIVES Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. by unanimous vote.

DETAILED MINUTES/ORDINANCES AVAILABLE AT THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK.

Andrew M. Swift, Mayor

Cynthia M. Hutchison, City Clerk CITY OF RIVERVIEW NOXIOUS GRASS AND WEEDS NOTICE To any owner of lands situated within the City of Riverview, County of Wayne, and the State of Michigan: Notice is hereby given that all noxious weeds, as defined by City Ordinance Section 74-131, growing and all dead grass and weeds over 8” for developed properties and 10” for vacant properties on any land within the City of Riverview, must be cut down, destroyed and removed, when and as frequently as growth exceeds maximum height, during the period of April 1 through November 15 of any calendar year, to prevent such weeds from reaching a situation detrimental to the public health and welfare.

Failure to comply with this notice, shall make any party so failing liable for the costs of cutting, destroying and removing said noxious weeds and dead grass and brush by said City; said cost to be levied and collected against said lands in the same manner as prescribed by the City Charter and City Code (Code 2003, SS 74136, 74-137).

Cynthia M. Hutchison, City Clerk ATTENTION CITY OF RIVERVIEW RESIDENTS NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING A Public Hearing has been scheduled for May 17, 2021, at the Regular Council Meeting Via Zoom at 7:30 PM at the Peter E. Rotteveel Municipal Building, for the purpose of discussing adoption of the Proposed 2021/22 Budget. A copy of the budget is available for public inspection on the city’s website www.cityofriverview. com under Public Notices or in the City Clerk’s Office at 14100 Civic Park Drive, Riverview, MI 48193, (734) 281-4200.

The Zoom link will be found (when available) on the City’s website “Event Calendar” May 17, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda.

Public comments, either oral or written, are welcome at the Public Hearing. You may email your comments to chutchison@cityofriverview.com.

Cynthia M. Hutchison, City Clerk Publish May 12, 2021

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from the library

May the love of reading lead you here

Riverview Veterans Memorial Library Overdrive users now have access to digital magazines Any Riverview resident with a library card has gained free access to hundreds of magazines through Overdrive / Libby App. Magazine titles like Bon Appetit, Reader’s Digest, Rolling Stone, Us Weekly, Vogue and Golf Monthly can be accessed by clicking on the ‘Magazine’ heading located in the navigation bar. Items can be checked out just like any other eResource using an active library card. To new materials available at the library visit: https://riverviewpubliclibrary.com/digital-collection/.

Instructions for accessing eResources and getting a new library card are available below.

Free Face masks We have free paper face masks (adult size) and cloth face masks (adult and children’s sizes) available for anyone in the community who needs them. If you would like some, we can deliver a set to you curbside or you can stop by the circulation desk. If you choose curbside delivery, please pull up to the front entrance (near the message board) and give us a call at 734-2831250 when you are here.

May – June 2021 - Celebrating Libraries: Welcome to Your Library!

Help us celebrate libraries of all shapes, sizes and locations by lending your words and art to a celebration art installation! Stop by anytime this week to pick up a special craft kit and instructions on how to be a part of this fun display that honors the positive impact libraries have on communities across the globe.

One kit per person. All ages welcome. No registration required.

May 19 – Take & Make Day: Spring Paper Windsock Curbside or In-Person Pickup – 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Registration starts: May 4 Registration ends: May 17 Decorate your porch, balcony or window with this colorful spring-themed windsock. Kit includes everything needed to create a one-of-the-kind home decoration. One kit per person. All ages welcome.

Quantities are limited and will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. Registration must be done over the phone or in-person at the circulation desk.

May 19 & May 20 – Outdoor Storytime with Mrs. K & Ms. Z Outside the Library (look for signs) – 11 a.m. (weather permitting) Registration starts: May 4 Registration ends: May 17 We will be hosting a spring-themed storytime with Mrs. K and Ms. Z. Participants will enjoy stories, songs and games. Registration is required in order to

adhere to safety protocols. Masks must be worn for the duration of the event. Please only one adult per registration group. Early registrations will not be taken.

Maximum of 20 children per session.

Save the Date! Summer Reading 2021 – Tails & Tales From June 14-August 6, 2021 the Library is celebrating summer reading with reading contests, storytimes, art days, game days with Riverview Recreation and special events that include a magician, space exploration, exotic animal meet-and-greet and a Nerf War! Plans are in place for both virtual and inperson programming—so we are prepared to celebrate however we can. The final schedule of events and programming will be published and posted in June with plenty of time for registration starting June 14.

Programming is always free and everyone is welcome.

Riverview Moves & Reads – June 24, July 8, July 22 & August 5 – 11:30 a.m.

Registration starts: June 1, 2021 Recreation’s New Sign-Up Website: secure.rec1. com/MI/riverview-mi/catalog.

Recreation and the Library are partnering together this summer to host free outdoor activities, storytimes, songs, crafts and physical activities at Riverview’s splendid parks. All ages welcome. Registration is required. Limit of 20 children per session. Masks must be worn by both children and adults. Events will happen weather and public health regulations permitting.

June 24 @ 11:30 a.m. – Coachwood Park, Theme: Michigan Animals July 8 @ 11:30 a.m. – Jefferson Tot Lot, Theme: Farm Animals July 22 @ 11:30 a.m. – Vos Tot Lot, Theme: Zoo Animals August 5 @ 11:30 a.m. – Ray Street Park, Theme: Pets On-going services and resources Library Hours of Operation: Monday – Tuesday, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Wednesday – Thursday, 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday Visiting us in the building? Please make sure to: • Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth for the entire duration of your visit.

• Limit your visit to 30 minutes or less when browsing for new materials, picking up holds, faxing, using the copying machine or printing.

• Bring cash (small bills please) or a check made out to City of Riverview to pay for copies, printouts and faxes.

Choosing to use our curbside service? You just need to: 1) Place items on hold online (preferred method) at catalog.tln.lib.mi.us or by calling 734-283-1250.

You can easily locate items when searching by title, author’s name or series name.

2) You will receive notification (automated call or email) when your items are ready to be picked up.

Give us a call and let us know when you have arrived outside of the library. Please stop along the curb near our front entrance and we will deliver your items to your car (or bike). If you do not have a cellular phone, please call us before coming to the library.

3) In an effort to ensure the safe handling of library materials, staff members will not accept returns inhand during pickup service. Please return all items to the dropbox located on the side of the building. (around the corner from the bike rack) 4) Patrons should expect a slight delay in returned items being removed from their accounts as incoming materials will be held in quarantine before being processed by library staff. eBooks/Magazines, Overdrive & Libby There has never been a better time to give eBook reading a try! Library card holders have thousands of books and audiobooks available for free through the Overdrive database. These materials can be accessed 24/7 on your eReader or smart device. We recommend downloading the American Library Association’s free Libby app for quick and easy access to eResources.

The app gives readers the ability to browse, download and read/listen to materials on any smart device through this one-stop app. Detailed instructions can be found by visiting https://riverviewpubliclibrary.com/ digital-collection/. If you have any questions, please call us at 734-283-1250 or email us at RVML14300@ gmail.com. We will respond as soon as possible.

Need a library card to access online materials?

You can stop by the circulation desk during our hours of operation or you can email rvml14300@ gmail.com. Please include your name, street address, phone number and birthdate in the body of the email.

We will process your card and email back to you your new card number and pin. Please allow a few days for processing.

A few helpful reminders: • Our dropbox is open 24/7 and is located on the side of the building around the corner from the blue bike rack. All items are being quarantined so it may take a few days for the items to be removed from your account.

• Please be aware that materials that are more than 8 days late will be marked lost on your account. Patron accounts will be blocked until materials are returned.

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Join Recreation & the Library for

Riverview Moves & Reads Summer Fun 2021!

JUNE 24

JULY 8

11:30 A.M.

11:30 A.M.

Story Theme: Michigan Animals

Story Theme: Farm Animals

Activity: Minute to Win It!

Activity: Barnyard Basketball

Craft: Summer Journal/Photobook

Craft: Recycled Piggy Bank

Free event. All ages welcome.

Registration is required. Limit of 20 children.

Masks must be worn by both children and adults.

Free event. All ages welcome.

Registration is required. Limit of 20 children.

Masks must be worn by both children and adults.

AUGUST 5

JULY 22

11:30 A.M.

11:30 A.M.

Story Theme: Zoo Animals

Story Theme: Pets

Activity: Zoorific Relay Race

Activity: Pet Zone Soccer

Craft: Fork Painting (dress for mess!)

Craft: Pet Rocks (dress for mess!)

Free event. All ages welcome.

Registration is required. Limit of 20 children.

Masks must be worn by both children and adults.

Free event. All ages welcome.

Registration is required. Limit of 20 children.

Masks must be worn by both children and adults.

REGISTRATION BEGINS: JUNE 1, 2021 REGISTER USING RECREATION'S NEW SIGN-UP WEBSITE!

https://secure.rec1.com/MI/riverview-mi/catalog *Events will happen weather/COVID-19 regulations permitting.

There are no make-up days for these events.

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LEGAL NOTICES Board and Commission Vacancies Application for Board or Commission can be found on the city website www. cityofriverview.com or in the City Clerk’s department.

Complete application and send to the City Clerk The City of Riverview of dedicated citizens to fill vacancies on the following: ZONING BOARD Board of Zoning Appeals/Adjustments: (1 regular vacancy and 2 alternate vacancies) Authorizes special approval of buildings and permits. Meets 2nd Thurs. monthly 7:30 PM. Three year appointment.

CITY PLANNING COMMISSION City Planning Commission: (2 vacancies, may not hold any elected or appointed office) Meets the first and third Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM, shall consider and advise the city council concerning the removal, location, widening, narrowing, vacating, abandonment, change of use, or extension of streets, alleys, grounds, open spaces, building, public utilities and terminals. Three year appointment.

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Ideal candidate must have good working knowledge and experience with electrical, plumbing and building trades. Must obtain a valid Michigan CDL-B license with air brakes endorsement within the first 90-days of employment and be mechanically inclined.

Starting wage is $19.23/hour.

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The Riverview Police Department has signed on to the 30x30 Pledge, a series of low- and nocost actions to improve the representation and experiences of women in law enforcement.

Chief of Police Ronald Beggs said the initiative activities help policing agencies access the current state of a department with regard to gender equity, identify factors that may be driving any disparities and develop and implement strategies and solutions to eliminate barriers and advance women in policing.

The actions address recruitment, assessment, hiring, retention, promotion and agency culture.

The Pledge is the foundational effort of the 30x30 initiative – a coalition of police leaders, researchers and professional organizations that have joined together to advance the representation and experiences of women in all ranks of policing across the United States.

The 30x30 initiative is affiliated with the Policing Project at the New York University School of Law and the National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives.

Chief Beggs said the ultimate goal of the initiative is to reach 30 percent of women in police recruit

classes by 2030 and to ensure policing agencies are truly representative of the jurisdiction the agency serves. While 30x30 is focused on advancing women in policing, these principles are applicable to all demographic diversity, not just gender.

“This pledge means that the Riverview Police Department is actively working toward improving the representation and experiences of women officers in our agency,” Beggs said.

“We are honored to be among the first in the nation to make this critical commitment, and we look forward to working with and learning from agencies across the country who share our priority.”

More than 35 agencies – from major metro departments including the New York City Police Department to mid-sized, rural, university and state policing agencies – have signed the 30x30 Pledge. The initiative is based on social science research that greater representation of women on police forces leads to better policing outcomes for communities.

Currently, women make up only 12 percent of sworn officers and 3 percent of police leadership in the United States. Beggs said the underrepresentation of women in policing has

significant public safety implications.

Research suggests that women officers: ● Use less force and less excessive force. ● Are named in fewer complaints and lawsuits. ● Are perceived by communities as being more honest and compassionate. ● See better outcomes for crime victims, especially in sexual assault cases.

“We are grateful to the Riverview Police Department for being one of the first in the nation to commit to being a part of this growing movement,” said Maureen McGough, co-founder of the 30x30 initiative, chief of staff of the Policing Project at the NYU School of Law and former policing expert at the U.S. Department of Justice.

“We believe strongly that advancing women in policing is critical to improving public safety outcomes. We look forward to having more agencies follow Riverview’s lead by signing the pledge and improving the representation and experiences of women in policing.”

For more information, visit the website www.30x30initiative.org.

Riverview resident becomes Michigan State trooper DAVE GORGON Riverview Register

One of the newest Michigan State Troopers in Monroe County is Cole Martin, a Riverview native who was inspired to join the state lawenforcement agency by people in his hometown.

Martin followed in the footsteps of Trooper Jesse Graffagnino, a long-time friend and fellow Riverview native.

Both were sponsored by the Riverview Kiwanis Club to attend the Michigan District of Kiwanis Law Enforcement Career Academy and the American Legion Student Trooper Academy.

And now both are living their dreams in the Michigan State Police.

“It’s always been a goal of mine to get into law enforcement and I went through the Kiwanis Youth Academy with Trooper Graffagnino,” Martin said. “I knew him growing up in Riverview. He got me involved in the Kiwanis program and helped me throughout the way.”

Riverview Mayor Andrew Swift, a member of the Kiwanis Club, said that each year the club recruits sophomores, juniors and seniors from Riverview

Community High School to attend the intensive weeklong academy. Out of the applications, the Kiwanis Board of Directors selects up to two students to attend. Martin was one of those selected.

The Kiwanis academy, held at the State Police Academy in Lansing, provides students with the experience of knowing what it takes to become a state trooper, including traffic and criminal law, defensive tactics, firearms and marksmanship fundamentals, first aid, water safety, narcotic search and seizure, patrol tactics, crash investigations, law-enforcement career opportunities, forensic science, conservation law, underwater recovery and character issues of leadership. All in one week.

“It was tough,” Martin said. “It was one of the hardest programs of my life.”

He said the academy, which he attended in 2017 – the year of his high school graduation – gave attendees a clear vision of what it would be like to train to be a state trooper, including a “military mindset.”

“I knew it was going to be really hard,” Martin said. “That was one of

the reasons I wanted to do it. I wanted to challenge myself.”

Martin, 22, said the actual 26-week Michigan State Trooper Academy impressed upon him the importance of always doing “what’s right, to do your best and to treat other people how you want to be treated.” He said he especially remembers classes on defensive tactics, first aid and law, saying the instructors and real-life scenarios were extremely helpful.

Challenges included being away from family members, including parents Maggie and Lee and younger sister Cari; shaving his head every week; keeping up with the physicality required; dealing with morning inspections; and learning to use his time wisely to study for exams.

“My family provided great support,” Martin said. “I couldn’t have done it without them. Mom would do my laundry every week and make dinners on Saturday. You have to report back to the academy on Sundays.”

The academy concluded with Martin’s virtual graduation in March.

As a Monroe County corrections officer at the county jail, he selected Monroe County as his first choice as

his Michigan State Police post. He said the assignment would provide him more investigative opportunities all the way to Lenawee County and is close to home.

“The Kiwanis of Riverview are very proud of Cole and his focus of becoming a Michigan State Trooper,” Mayor Swift said. “Over the years, the Kiwanis have sponsored dozens SEE TROOPER, Page 26

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An ‘amazing’ 90-year-old

Resident is honored by friends, clients and city on his birthday DAVE GORGON Riverview Register

People say they are amazed by Riverview resident Don Deceico every day. Whether he is giving massages at the business he runs with his daughter or working out at Total Gym or putting smiles on the faces of neighbors and friends, the retired auto worker remains a lively member of the community.

Yet, Deceico was practically speechless when family, friends and massage clients surprised him by arranging a surprise birthday celebration outside his home on Poplar Street. There were posters, signs and balloons from well-wishers. Even Riverview police officers, firefighters and other city employees drove by to salute him.

It’s not every day you turn 90!

“I can’t believe it,” Deceico said. “It’s quite a turnout. It’s great to see everybody.”

The day to remember was April 1, 2021. Former neighbor Eve Howell, who helped make the arrangements, thought it was an April Fool’s Day prank when she learned Deceico was turning 90.

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As we head into the warmer spring and summer months, the city of Rivervfiew would like to remind all residents of some of the city’s ordinances.

ADDRESS DISPLAY Make address visible from the street and attached to the building.

The numbers shall contrast from their background and must be no less than 4 inches in height.

ALLEY Residents are responsible for the alley behind their home. Keep trash cans stored outside of the alleyway, except after 5:00 p.m. the day before trash day and 12 hours after trash collection on trash day. Usually this will be within the fenced in area of a resident’s property.

Maintain grass and weeds so that they are cut below 8 inches.

Remove any debris or trash left from trash collection or that has blown into the alleyway adjacent to your property.

Do not park or store vehicles in the alleyway.

Do not post signs within the alleyway.

Do not build within the alleyway, including fences or sheds.

BLIGHT There are many types of issues that can be considered blight on your property, whether residential or commercial. Blight includes: unlicensed / inoperable motor vehicles, construction materials being stored when no construction is being performed, piles of trash, debris, etc. Residents should maintain their property and keep it free from any types of blight.

BOAT RAMP A permit (sticker) is required to use any portion of the City of Riverview’s boat ramp. A permit can be obtained at the City Clerk’s office.

Boat ramp permits cannot be used for boar chartering services. Vehicles and boats without a permit will be ticketed.

FIREWOOD Storage of firewood must be on a rack at least eight (8) inches off of

the ground. Storage height may not exceed four (4) feet, including ground clearance and must be in the rear yard area at least (3) feet from the property line. All firewood must be cut into usable lengths not to exceed 24 inches.

GARAGES AND SHEDS A permit is required to install or replace a garage and/or shed and can be obtained through the Building Department. Concrete foundations or rat wall is required by code for both garages and sheds. Sheds cannot be placed on the ground and must be located in the rear yard. Detached accessory structures (including garages) shall not be located closer than 3’-0” to any lot line nor located

year with a violation notice for grass exceeding eight (8) inches. If the grass is not cut within three (3) days of the date the violation notice the city will cut the grass at the expense of the property owner.

PARKING ON THE GRASS Motor vehicles cannot be parked on the grass. Motor vehicles may be parked in the street (where allowed), parking lot, driveway, or in the garage.

Do not park motor vehicles so that they block the city sidewalk.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES PARKING Recreational vehicles including boats and trailers must be stored in the rear or side of the house at least (2) feet back from the front house

unit, existing, etc. Inspections are conducted every (3) years. A certificate of compliance is required.

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Residential Home Sales an inspection is required for any residential property that is placed up for sale or transferred. Properties sold without a certificate of occupancy is required to sign a preoccupancy agreement agreeing to correct all violations shown on the inspection report.

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The Code requires swimming pools to comply with several laws for the safety of everyone. Swimming pools must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition, and in good repair.

in any easement or required front yards. Height Detached accessory structures shall be limited in height to 14’-0”.

GRASS CLIPPINGS Grass clippings in the street are considered litter and clogs up the sewers. Properly dispose of the grass clippings in refuse (paper) bags or marked containers.

GRASS AND WEEDS Grass and weeds over eight (8) inches for developed properties and over 10 inches for vacant properties is in violation of the City Ordinance.

Developed properties including homes and businesses will be posted once a

line. Equipment and vehicles may be parked on the premises including driveways, except on the front lawn for a period of not more than 72 hours.

All recreational equipment and vehicles must be kept in good repair and carry a current year’s license or registration.

No person shall park any recreational equipment or vehicle on streets, alleys, highways or other public places longer than 72 hours unless such equipment or vehicle is continuously absent for 24 hours from that location and surrounding area.

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TRASH (SPECIAL PICKUP) Special trash pickup is for debris that cannot be picked with your regular weekly rubbish (tree, branches, building materials, concrete, stone, etc.) Trash for special pickup cannot be put at the curb until after 5 p.m. the night before pickup. To schedule a special pickup call the Department of Public Works at 734281-4270.

YARD WASTE Shall be placed in a 32-gallon (or less) receptacle with a “YARD WASTE” sticker displayed on the front of the container or refuse (paper) bags specifically designed for holding yard waste.

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“I was astounded when I ran into his wife Alice,” Howell said. “I thought maybe 80 – not 90. I’m shocked he’s 90.”

Don and Alice have been married for 52 years. Don grew up in Highland Park. Alice worked for the City of Riverview and city employees were required to live in the city at that time, said daughter Kerri Hunter.

Don retired after 37 years with the Ford Motor Co., where he worked as a supervisor in the boiler department of Rouge Steel. At age 54, he took an early-retirement buyout.

“My mom is nine years younger than he is,” Hunter said. “He couldn’t retire.

We were still in school.”

So Deceico enrolled at Henry Ford Community College to earn an associate’s degree in science. Along the way, he met a student who was a Myomassologist and discovered a new career. He enrolled in a 10-month program at Irene Gauthier’s Myomassology Institute in Southfield and became certified by the State of Michigan in 1987. He went on to become a teacher at the institute.

Twenty-two years ago, he and Kerri became partners in Therapeutic Massage by Don and Kerri at 2370 West Jefferson in Trenton. They are still going strong today.

“He still does massage at 90,” said Hunter, who lives in Flat Rock. “I couldn’t ask for a better partner. We get along really well. He knows I’m the queen bee. Not everybody can say that they work well with their parent, but we’ve been doing it for 22 years.

We have our system and routine. It’s respecting one another.”

Several clients were there in the crowd on the front lawn and driveway of the Deceico home for Don’s birthday

celebration.

The Deceicos had two children and four grandchildren. Kerri’s brother Chris passed away 12 years ago after a motorcycle accident. Chris’ daughter Avarie is a high school senior in New Boston. Kerri had three sons: Morgan, age 9, and twins Mason and Wyatt, who are 7. All three attend school in Riverview.

“When you spend years living next to a respectable family, you develop a comfort level,” Howell said. “If they are a good family, you are privileged to be able to watch them all grow and mature. And, you as well grow and mature along with them. It’s a bond that remains special.

“When I think of Don, I see a gentle, loving soul who would be there if you needed him. After he retired, he didn’t sit. He learned new interests and I’ve always admired that in him. He is a very good man, father and husband and I’m thankful to be able to call him a friend.”

On the morning of his 90th birthday, Don – that’s how Kerri refers to him at work – watched her sons while she went to work. When the crowd gathered later in the day, everyone sang “Happy Birthday” and the police car and fire truck sounded. Later, they had a family dinner at Sibley Gardens.

“My dad does his crosswords, he reads books, he works out,” Hunter said. “He cuts his own grass and blows his own snow. He is one of the kindest men I’ve met in my life and I’m not just saying that because he’s my dad.

“He’s a very humble person. He doesn’t like attention for himself. He just goes about his business. Having been born on April 1, he has a sense of humor, too. I’m sure my dad thinks he’s an ordinary man. To a lot of people, he’s extraordinary.”

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Buc baseballers are steady as she goes Through the first half of the 2021high school baseball season, the Riverview Pirates found themselves on a dead-even .500 pace.

The Bucs divided their initial dozen games and posted a 3-2 Huron League record in the process.

In league games, Riverview knocked off Monroe Jefferson, Flat Rock and Airport, while falling to Grosse Ile and Huron.

The team has been getting contributions from up and down it’s lineup.

Nick Wetherell was on the hill for the Bucs win over Jefferson, Gavin Holmes pitched - striking out nine against Flat Rock and Holmes was also the winner against Airport, with just over an innings relief help from Shane McAlinden.

Wetherell, Holmes, Robbie Miller, Austin Davis and Kolby Dorn all shined at the plate in Riverview’s Huron League victories.

The Bucs have faced a wide variety of non-league foes, losing to Wyandotte Roosevelt and dividing doubleheaders with Carlson, Ann Arbor Huron and Monroe High School.

In their most recent non-league outing on May 1 at Monroe, the Bucs won the opener 3-1, but dropped the nightcap 6-3.

In the win, Miller worked into the sixth inning, striking out eight, and was the winning pitcher. Wetherell was the hitting hero with two hits and an RBI. In the second game, the Bucs fell behind 4-0 in the first inning and could never catch up. Riverview made it 4-2 in the fourth, but Monroe put it away with a two-spot in the fifth.

Anthony Bowman knocked in two of Riverview’s three runs.

A thrilling non-league win came earlier in the season when Riverview

scored twice in its final at-bat to eage Ann Arbor Huron 5-4. Davis knocked in two runs in that game and Weatherell struck out eight in six innings.

The Bucs also stole one from Carlson, when they erased a 4-2 Marauder advantage with a four-run sixth inning and went on to win 6-4.

Wetherell had two hits that day and Martin drove in a pair of runs.

After games against Milan (two) and Jefferson, Riverview is scheduled to get back in action May 10 with a return engagement with Flat Rock.

Counting the Flat Rock game, the Bucs have 10 left on the 2021 regular season schedule - six against Huron League foes and non-league battles with Detroit Edison, Lincoln Park (DH) and Allen Park.

Then it’s off to the Michigan High School Athletic Association state tournament, where the Bucs will begin in a Division 2 district

2021 Riverview Pirates Austin Davis Nick Wetherall Josh Gulliver Preston Thompson Robbie Miller Nico Martin Jacob Shupe Noah Grundwald Gavin Blackwood Dylan Eichler Michael Halasz Caden McGrath Shane McAlinden Kolby Dorn Anthony Bowman Gavin Holmes Rhyse Miller Brandon Milhorn at Trenton. Joining them there will be the host Trojans, Grosse Ile, Flat Rock and Jefferson.

Pioneers on parade It’s been a bit of a struggle for the Gabriel Richard baseball team this early season, but the Pioneers recently gave non-league Grosse Ile all it could handle before falling 7-5 in a game at Gabriel Richard on May 1. The Pioneers hope to have things straightened out by the time they host a Division 3 district tournament on June 4. Coming to the Pioneer’s postseaspon party will be Ecorse, Erie Mason, Ida and Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central.

Photos by Larry Caruso

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Boys, girls track teams off to a solid start

The Riverview track teams finally got onto the track and into some competition at the Trenton Trojan Invitational at the end of April and both the boys and girls turned in solid showings. Each team captured third place.

The boys finished behind champ Huron and Erie Mason and they were just five points out of second place. The girls finished behind Huron and Ida and they were only 16 points behind the champion Chiefs.

Junior Jacob Puma had a big day for the Pirates, winning two individual events and finishing second in a relay. He won the 200 and 400 meters and ran second in the 4x400 relay with Cody Reimer, Ethan Rucarean and Liam Grahl.

Freshman standout Logan Ruffner won the mile and the 4x800 relay team of Gavin Shelton, Eric Pickell, Ruffner and Rucarean also ran first.

Shelton and Rucarean were third and fourth, respectively in the open 800 and Justin Shupe was third in the two-mile.

Among the girls, Keira Wood was second in the 1,600 meters and third in the 3.200 meters, Madison Hipshire was second in the 300 hurdles, second in the high jump and fourth in the 100 hurdles and Megan Reckling was third in the long jump.

The Bucs cleaned up in the relays, winning the 4x800 and finishing second in the other three relays.

Grace Godlewski, Alyssa Brooks, Melisa Dama, Keira Wood ran the winning 4X800 and the second-place 4x400; Reckling, Hipshire, Abigail Miller and Janelle Roberts ran the 4x200; and Reckling, Destiny Flores, Abigail Miller and Roberts ran the 4x100.

In this strange COVID-interrupted season, schedules are fluid, but the Pirates will be at the Metro Classic meet at Wyandotte May 15, at the MHSAA reguional in Milan May 21 and at the Huron League meet at Milan May 15.

Pioneers snare wins over softball rivals

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Gabriel Richard hit and pitched its way to a doubleheader sweep of Dearborn Divine Child and a doubleheader split with Cabrini.

It’s been a positive start to the season for Gabriel Richard, which recently snared victories in three of four games against two of its fiercest softball rivals.

First, the Pioneers divided a doubleheader with Cabrini and then did that one better by sweeping a twinbill from Dearbiorn Divine Child.

The wins over DC were especially satisfying.

The Pioneers beat the Falcons 4-2 in the first game and came right back and won thew second 6-2.

In the opener, Emerson Cinglie was the star of the show. Not only did Cinglie pitch a complete game, scattering five hits and striking out eight, but she also was a standout at the plate, helping her own cause with three hits and an RBI. Both of the DC runs against Cinglie were unearned.

Richard pounded out 11 hits in the game, led by Carsyn Roehrig and Joslyn Kaiser, who combined for four hits and three RBI. The Pioneers scored single runs in the first and sixth inning and two in the seventh to build a 4-0 lead and that was enough to stave off Divine Child’s two-run, bottom-of-theseventh rally.

In the nightcap, Roehrig matched Cinglie’s performance. Roehrig started, went the distance and fanned 13. At the plate, she was 3-for-4 with a run scored.

Center fielder Abby Howe had three RBIs in the game and also had the defensive play of the day when she gunned down a Divine Child runner at the plate for the final out of the second game.

Against Cabrini, the Pioneers won the first game by a 9-7 count, but dropped the second game 1-0.

The Pioneers also swept a doubleheader from Ann Arbor Greenhills earlier this season, but some of their other games have not gone as well as they’ve been shut out

by Farmington Hills Mercy (twice), Warren Regina and in a rematch with Cabrini.

As the Pioneers work their way through the remainder of the regular season, they have their eye on the upcoming Michigan High School Athletic Association state playoffs.

The Pioneers begin playoff action by hosting a Division 3 district tournament.

Joining the Pioneers there will be Dearborn Heights Robichaud, Detroit Community and Ecorse.

It’s been a rollercoaster of a season so far for the Riverview softball team, which won its first four games of the season, dropped it next three and entered May with a 6-5 record.

The 2021 Bucs own wins over Taylor, Roosevelt, Jefferson, Flat Rock Woodhaven and Grosse Ile. They’ve lost to Carlson (twice), Huron, Woodhaven and Allen Park.

Riverview hit the month of May with a 3-1 Huron League record.

The Bucs have been on both sides of slugfests, beating Taylor 11-0, Wyandotte 17-6, Jefferson 9-1 and Grosse Ile 15-0, while losing 11-3 Allen Park and 12-2 to Woodhaven.

The regular season concludes June 3 with a home game against non-league Dearborn Heights Annapolis.

The Michigan High School Athletic Association state playoffs begin with pre-districts on June 1. The district tournament is June 4-5.

Riverview will play in a district at Trenton along with the host Trojans, Grosse Ile, Summit Academy and New Boston Huron.

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