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n the morning of May 28, the community of Riverview gathered at Reflection Pond for a Memorial Day service. The ceremony began at 11:00 a.m. as the veterans and motorcycle riders rode in on their bikes, led by Mayor Andrew Swift.
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Kiwanis cereal drive great success In early May the Kiwanis of Riverview sponsored a cereal drive, this drive was part of a much larger drive sponsored by Children’s Hospital of Detroit. The Kiwanis of Riverview was just one of many organizations that helped out. The
Riverview Cub Scout Pack 1659, Kiwanis of Woodhaven, I-Heart Radio, and Kroger are all other organization that were involved. The Kiwanis Club invited all three elementary schools to aid in gathering cereal for the hungry. Huntington,
Forest, and Memorial Elementary Schools did an outstanding job collecting cereal for the needy in the downriver area. At each school the class that collected the most was promised an Icee and Pizza Party. Huntington school donated the
most cereal of the three Elementary schools. Children’s Hospital of Michigan donated four Detroit Tiger tickets to raffle at the most successful school during the drive. Every student at Huntington had their name in the drawing, which was done on June 8.
Police Department Accepts ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
On May 22, officers from the Riverview Police Department accepted the Ice Bucket Challenge after being nominated by the Wyandotte Police Department. Officers gathered outside of City Hall and took on the challenge one at a time. Each called out others to participate and then collect for ALS research. Thank You to our officers for stepping up to this challenge and the many others they accept every day.
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Riverview History With Perry Hello Gerald, I enjoyed your article in the May edition of the Register. I grew up in north Trenton and remember the loud blasts from the quarry at Fort Street and Sibley. My mother mentioned that there used to be houses ringing the quarry, four were moved to nearby Gerald Perry north Trenton-and at least one still stands on Detroit Street. My sister and I are interested in researching the quarry from its earliest days, but realized this research may have already been done. Would you happen to know? We can’t find much on the Internet. Thank you, Janet Cosman-Ross Hi Janet, Thank you for the letter. You stated that you grew up in North Trenton and the Quarry. First of all North Trenton was known as the Village of Sibley incorporated, April, 1921 before it became part of the Village of Trenton, August, 1929. My research on the Sibley Quarry comes from a number of sources. One Andrea Mercier, wrote a lot about the history of Downriver, one article delat with “Fame came as early as 1763, through the discovery of the rich limestone quarry near Sibley and Quarry Roads.” Sometime between 1796 and 1856, Solomon Sibley bought out Coopers interest for $12,000. Fredric B. Sibley inherited the Quarry after the death of his father Solomon in 1856. In 1899, Austin Church bought the quarry from F.B. Sibley, as his family had developed a soda plant in Detroit known as “ARM & HAMMER BAKING SODA CO.” A small group of company houses was built and located near the Quarry Entrance on West Jefferson to accommodate the workers, many of whom were immigrants from Italy because of their skills in quarrying. This group of company homes were known as Fleyville. No one knows when the name was given to the Area. Much more information can be gotten from the Trenton Memorial Library, especially from a book with
pictures published by the Trenton Civic Commission. Dear Mr. Perry, I was told my Grandfather, Roy Smith was the first Police Chief, Fire Chief, and also Justice of the Peace of Riverview. Can you please tell me anything you might know about him. I was also told his brother was Albert Smith for which the High School and Smith Street were named. Anything you might know about him would be greatly apprecitated as well. Also can you tell me how I can buy a copy of your book about Riverview? Thanking you in advance, Karen Smith McNealy Hi Karen, Thank you for the letter. You stated in your letter that “you were told your grandfather was the first Police Chief, Fire Chief of the Village of Riverview.” You were told correctly. Your Grandfather was a Wayne County Deputy Sheriff Prior to being appointed the First Police Chief of the Village of Riverview May 3, 1923. All for the salary of $100 per month. The Village authorized the purchase of a Motorcycle May 15, 1923. It is assumed that Roy used his own gun until, as the record shows, the Village purchasing one, October 20, 1925. Song with being Police Chief, being Fire Chief was additionally his responsibility. And yes your grandfather was a Justice of the Peace later in his years after he left the Police Department. I have a copy of his ledger from 1938 through 1940 when he was Justice of the Peace. It mostly deals with Garnishments. Not much information on why a person was being Garnished. Roy Smith and Albert E. Smith were brothers and both served in the United States Army. Albert served from about 1912 to 1919. The brothers met up with each other while serving in the Army somewhere in Germany. The Albert E. Smith School was named after Albert, around 1930. Also Smith street was named after John Smith Member of the First Charter Commission and the First Village Council in the early 20s. He was the Father of Roy & Albert. SEE HISTORY page 8
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CONTINUED form page 1 Many city residents and others filled the park early, as the high school band set up and practiced their songs. The band sat behind the memorial, which consisted of 17 American flags, 17 chairs, and 17 names of men who lost their lives fighting for our freedom. The men honored, were Riverview citizens, their family and friends attended the ceremony as each soldier was recognized. A photo of each man rested on the chairs, visually identifying the ones who gave their all. The saying of the ceremony, “all give some, some gave all,” reminded the crowd why they were there. Memorial Day is to recognize the soldiers who gave all, and to remember who they were. The Riverview Police Honor Guard played a role in the ceremony, as well as Keynote Speaker Colonel Mark W. Thompson. Colonel Thompson is a Riverview native, who also graduated second in his class at West Point Academy. The speech given by him recognized the emotion in the air. “I find this to be a very tough day emotionally,” said Thompson. “As a soldier, I want to honor my fellow soldiers who have given the ultimate sacrifice, but I also find there is great sorrow that makes any ceremony or celebration very difficult.” The entire event was organized between the American Legion Post 389 and the City of Riverview Recreation Department. Following the wreath portion of the ceremony Army veteran Gerald Perry read aloud roll call. A rifle salute was given, followed by taps, then “Amazing Grace” on the bagpipes. by Tyge Cawthon. Magistrate Elizabeth DiSanto for 27th District Court watched the ceremony with her family to support the Riverview community. At the end of the ceremony, Swift invited the crowd to walk along the memorial, and thanked all for attending. In addition to the 17 American flags situated at the memorial, their were many other flags waving in Young Patriots Park. A circle of flags was placed around the Reflection Pond, each being placed to represent a family member or loved one who was lost in action or has served. It was an absolutely astonishing site that filled you with patriotism.
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Saturday 5/2/2018 Type: MDOP On 5/3/18 at 1909 hrs., Officer Lyles received a walk in report of a MDOP at 1~ Brookview Dr. in the City of Riverview, County of Wayne. Officer Lyles interviewed the Victim Jason Johnson. Johnson stated he parked his 2016 Jeep Compass in the parking lot outside 1~ Brookview Dr. at about 5 p.m. on 5/1/18. Johnson drove the Jeep to work on 5/2/18. When Johnson arrived he noticed multiple circular shaped scratches in the Jeep’s paint. Johnson stated he came to RIPD directly after work. Officer Lyles observed the scratches on all the doors, the hood, and the trunk’s lift gate. Officer Lyles took photographs of the scratches. Johnson stated his did not have any issues with anyone at this time and did not know who may have put the scratches in the Jeep. Wednesday: 5/6/18 Type: Larceny from Auto On 5/6/18, at approximately 1130hrs, Officer Thome was dispatched to 17. Matthews St. in The City of Riverview, County of Wayne on a report of a larceny from automobile. Officer Thome arrived and spoke with Rebecca Eyster, wife of Victim Eyster. Rebecca indicated that she and her husband had come home from a graduation party on 5/6/18 at midnight and had parked the Traverse in the driveway. Eyster indicated that the vehicle was left unlocked. Eyster stated that her husband found that his
Samsung cell phone was taken from the Traverse today when he went for it at approximately 1130hrs. Eyster told Officer Thome that spare change was also missing, but the reason for the report was for the cell phone. Eyster had been in contact with Sprint already regarding the cell phone. Eyster also stated that her Pontiac G6, which was parked in the street, also had loose change stolen from it. No damage occurred to any vehicle, due to them being unlocked. Eyster does not have security cameras, nor do any of the neighbors. Saturday 05/09/2018 Type: Damage to Vehicle On 05/09/2018 the victim, McCarty came into RIPD to report a hit and run that occurred to his vehicle. Between the evening of 05/08/2018 and the early morning hours of 05/09/2018 and unknown suspect driving and unknown vehicle backed into the victim’s vehicle while it was legally parked in front of his residence at 18. Koester in the City of Riverview, County of Wayne, failing to report the damage. The other listed damage occurred in a separate incident. Thursday 05/14/20 Type: Damage to Trailer On 05/14/2018 at 1457 Sgt Pepin was dispatched to the MPI loading dock on a report of damage to a trailer that was being loaded. Upon arrival Sgt Pepin spoke with the driver; Walker, who stated that the trailer he was towing was damaged in the loading process at MPI. The trailer was being loaded with 45,000 pounds of aluminum blocks over the rear axles. The dock loading crew denies causing the damage in loading the aluminum. Thank you Riverview Police Department, for all of your hard work and keeping us safe.
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FROM THE DESK OF THE MAYOR
COMMON INQUIRIES Dear Fellow Riverview Residents. I hope that by now the warm, dry weather has decided to stick around for a while. As promised, I will use this space to respond to questions received by me that the rest of the community may have an interest. The first question was about the status of the Aerius Health facility located Andrew Swift at Fort Street and King Road. As of the writing of this article, the building is complete but still does not qualify for a Certificate of Occupancy. There are just a few issues remaining with the fire suppression system. When those items are resolved, a Certificate of Occupancy will be issued. The second question dealt with other improvements going on in our city. We continue to work on street sectioning throughout the city. We have repaved several streets on the east side of Fort Street and in the Forest Subdivision in the past few years. There are at least four major business improvement project going on right now. The Riverview Plaza at the north end of Fort Street is well underway. This project will continue throughout the summer. Mid way Fort, the Italian Restaurant will be opening soon. At Fort and Sibley, The Riverview Commons received a new parking lot late last year. The entire mall is scheduled for a complete facelift this summer or fall. At the old Firestone plant (MPI) on West Jefferson, a company called WF Whelan is investing millions in its cleanup and improvement to open and import/export business at the site. In addition, the company formerly known as Ash Stevens located on Krause is also expanding their business with a new laboratory and office space. The council supported an increase in the recreation budget to get more use out of our parks. This coming summer you will see the return of concerts in the park, movies in the park, more activities, and a new Splash Pad at Memorial Park. The resident also stated that
the old Firestone plant (MPI) on West Jefferson, a company called WF Whelan is investing millions in its cleanup and improvement to open and import/ export business at the site. “Riverview has not kept pace with creating an environment that attracts potential investors and home buyers.” I told the resident that I tend to disagree with that assessment. During the housing market decline, Riverview had a significant number of investors purchasing homes, doing some improvements and then renting them out. There were so many we had to adopt a rental inspection program where the owner had to comply with all local codes and ordinances before given of Certificate of Occupancy. Now that the housing market has improved, many of those homes are being sold. That is great for the city to have owner occupied home. From all that I have seen, when a home goes up for sale in Riverview, it is not on the market long. Sure, there are some exceptions, but in general, our homes are selling well. Let me wrap up this article with a great big “Thank You” to the Riverview Community School District. The Kiwanis of Riverview recently sponsored a cereal drive to feed the needy. The teachers, staff, students, and parents all pitched in to help. Forest, Memorial, and Huntington Elementary all participated in the drive. The class at each of the schools that collected the most cereal will receive an Icee and Pizza Party for their efforts. The winning classes were Ms. Master’s second grade class at Forest Elementary, Mrs. Shelton’s second grade class at Memorial, and Ms. Majewska’s fifth grade class at Huntington.
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Resident Actively Involved In Supporting Young Girls In Africa
Little Dresses for Africa is a nonprofit organization that focuses on providing clean water, education and safe communities to vulnerable children in Africa. It was founded by Rachel O’Neill and has been running for a strong 10 years. Although they do many things, one of the organization’s most notable acts of charity is creating youth sized dresses out of pillowcases and other
“80 percent of the children in the orphanage had malaria,” said Carole “and it’s not like you can get any sort of professional medical care nearby.” She continued to say “It’s a different world, but we do really make a difference.” The road is especially tough for little girls and young women. Often small children are left as primary caregivers of younger children,
simple materials. Many volunteers sew the dresses themselves, while other volunteers pack and ship the dresses. Some even go over to Africa themselves. New or gently used pillowcases are readily available in brightly colored patterns, making them an idea and affordable material. The sun dress style is suitable for the hot climates, and the hem is already in place. The pattern is simple enough for even a novice seamstress. Riverview resident Carole McGovern is a long standing member of the organization. In addition to many years preparing and shipping dresses, as well as much needed supplies, she has made the trip to Africa herself on three occasions. Carole has donated two wells during her trips over the Atlantic. Something that she feels is just as important as those wells is the medical aid she has helped provide. Carole recalled a trip they made out to an orphanage during one visit.
because of the death of their parents from disease and poverty. These little dresses, given freely to those in need, plant the seed that they are worthy. These little dresses are so much more than clothing. These little “Ambassadors” offer a away into homes and villages where we teach simple lessons clean water, sanitation and promote good health and family skills knowledge. As relationships are formed we focus on helping through 3 things: clean water, education and community. Little Dresses for Africa encourages anyone to participate. Whether you sew with a group or independently. Send in your dresses and they will get them to the children in need. Any simple pattern is great. Group by size, avoid straight pins and include a self-addressed envelope when you ship them to us. Include a check to help with shipping if you’re able. Shipments are made every week so there is no deadline for submissions.
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GABRIEL RICHARD RECOgNiTION DINNER On Thursday, May 31st, The Riverview Kiwanis held a Recognition Dinner for the Top 10 graduating students from Riverview Gabriel Richard High School. The program included dinner provided by Atria Kinghaven in their beautiful garden area. The students, their guests, school staff, and Kiwanis enjoyed a delicious dinner and a fun presentation from “Rosco the Clown” of the Mount Clemens Kiwanis Club. The Riverview Kiwanis have been sponsoring this dinner for the at least 10 years. This is one of many programs put on by the Kiwanis to help promote community pride while recognizing the hard work of the students and the parents that push them to be their best.
The Top 10 Graduating Students from Riverview Gabriel Richard are Nina Loren Biundo, Brianna A Padilla, Ashley Marie Rose, Liam Robert Jakovac, Joseph William Hughes, Brittany Nicole Biggerstaff, Amaya Briann Farrell, Joshua Ryan Coulter, Lauren Mary Majlinger, and Adetola Owaduge. As part of the program the students had to acknowledge what their favorite high school experience was and what university they will be attending. The class sponsors, Guidance Director Mrs. Catherine Pierson and Academic Advisor, Ms Lindsay Mieden presented the students their Academic Excellence Awards on behalf of the Kiwanis.
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CONTINUED from page 5 What you did not mention, your father John, the son of Roy was a member of the Albert E. Smith High School Basketball team that was a runner-up State Champion in 1945. Also a teammate to John was Jack R. Shoup who later became the Riverview Police Chief in 1961. You can pick up a book at the Riverview City Hall, Clerk’s office while supplies last.
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Finally! Old Man Winter has returned to the North Pole (good riddance!), and the barbecue season is in full swing. If you will be hosting a cookout or need recipes for a potluck picnic, read on for some that are tried and true. The first was shared by the late Dave Herbst, a publicist at Walt Disney World, during one of my visits to the favorite vacation destination. Made in a crockpot, it is great to take to a Evelyn Cairns potluck. To save time and trouble, I used precooked bacon slices, zapping them in the microwave as suggested to crisp before dicing. And unless you can stand the heat, reduce the amount of hot picante sauce or substitute medium or mild. Everyone who has sampled this, gave it a thumbs up. DAVE HERBST’S CROCKPOT BEANS ½ to 1 pound ground beef ¾ pound bacon, partially frozen, then diced 1 cup chopped onions 3 cans (1 pound each, or whatever they weight now) pork and beans 2 cans (1-pound each) red kidney beans 12-ounce package frozen fordhook lima beans, thawed 1-pound can diced petite tomatoes, very well drained 1 cup or less hot picante sauce (or medium or mild) 1 tablespoon liquid smoke 3 tablespoons vinegar ¼ cup brown sugar Brown beef, using a small amount of oil if necessary, then place in crockpot. Brown bacon and onions, drain off fat, then add bacon and onions to crockpot. Add pork and beans, kidney beans, lima beans, tomatoes, picante sauce, liquid smoke, vinegar and brown sugar. Cook on low for 8 hours. • The following bean salad has to be the easiest side dish ever to make for a barbecue or picnic. It may seem too sweet when you first taste it, but samplers agreed that it’s just right
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Legacy Church to Host Youth end of year thoughts Vacation Bible School Another school year comes to a close. For our students and their families, that means a time of transition. Transition from lessons and homework to swim suits and baseball gloves. Transition from short, cold days to long, sunny days. This is a time for our students to look back with pride on another year of growth and learning and Russ Pickell to look forward with anticipation to a new year of opportunity and exciting challenges as they continue along their educational journey. For our teachers, administrators and staff, the close of another school year means a time of preparation for the coming fall. We will be working hard this summer to prepare classrooms and lessons for another year of growth and opportunity. For the 240 members of the
To all of our Pirate families, have a happy and safe summer. graduating Class of 2018, this transition is their most significant and memorable, so far. Another class has graduated from Riverview Community High School, and as a result another group of bright, energetic young people prepare for the next phase of their life. They now have the opportunity to carve out their own niche in this world. For some, it means a summer job followed by college classes in the fall. For others it means continued training in a career technical program. Some will join the military and others will join the work force. Regardless of the next phase of their journey, we send with them our best wishes and sincere hopes for a better tomorrow. To all of our Pirate families, have a happy and safe summer. We look forward to seeing you again in the fall.
Legacy Church will be holding their vacation bible school from Monday, June 25 through Thursday, June 28. The camp promises four days of fun, faith, music and sports. Each day the camp will from 8:30am until 12:30pm. Pastor Phillip Rogers of Legacy Church and his wife Michelle are very involved as parents at Memorial Elementary where Phillip has served as a Watchdog for five years. Their children, Josiah and Lydia attend there. He has also coached in the Riverview City children’s basketball league for four years. Children of ages 5-12 are encouraged to register. There is no charge, and all are welcome to participate. For more information or to register call 734283-3640 or email GOD4MSU@hotmail.com. When registering provide the name and grade of each child, address, and two parents or emergency contacts. A medical waiver must be signed the first day of the camp for your child to attend. Legacy Church can be found at 18050 Quarry, Riverview, MI 48193 across the street from Riverview Community High School.
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CITY OF RIVERVIEW NOTICE OF ABSENT VOTER APPLICATION/BALLOT Notice is hereby given that applications for Absent Voter Ballots for the State/ County Primary to be held on Tuesday, August 7, 2018, and the General Election on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, will be received in the office of the City Clerk from 9 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, the Clerk’s office will be open Saturday, August 4, 2018 and Saturday, November 3, 2018, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM which is the deadline for acceptance of absentee ballot applications to be voted outside the Clerk’s Office in accordance with Sec. l68.750 of the Michigan Compiled Laws of l948 as amended. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the deadline for applications for absentee ballots to be voted in person at the Clerk’s office in accordance with Sec. 168.76l of the Michigan Compiled Laws is 4:00 PM on August 6, 2018 for the primary election and is 4:00 PM on November 5, 2018 for the general election. EMERGENCY ABSENT VOTERS’ APPLICATIONS will be issued to any registered elector prior to 4:00 PM on election day if he/she shall become physically disabled, or absent from the City because of sickness or death in the family which has occurred at a time making it impossible to apply for absent voter ballots by the statutory deadline. RIVERVIEW COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT COUNTY OF WAYNE STATE OF MICHIGAN NOMINATING PETITIONS TO ALL REGISTERED AND QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE RIVERVIEW COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT AND NORTH TRENTON, WAYNE COUNTY, MICHIGAN: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any qualified and registered voter desiring to serve as a School Board Trustee for the Riverview Community School District must file Nominating Petitions (or a non-refundable filing fee of $100.00 in lieu of petitions), and an Affidavit of Identity. Petitions will be accepted by the City Clerk no later than 4:00 PM, Tuesday, July 24, 2018, Riverview Municipal Building, 14100 Civic Park Drive. Petitions are available during normal business hours. FURTHER NOTICE, that three seats are available: three four-year terms January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2022. Riverview Seniors Presents Caesars Casino - Windsor $22 Monday, July 16 & Monday, July 30 9am - 4pm Enjoy five hours of gambling with the latest in slot action and a variety of table games. *Book the 1st trip, and the 2nd trip is FREE* Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago Cubs - Comerica Park $35 Wednesday, August 22 5:30pm - 11:30pm • Tickets will be in section 218. Price includes food and water. All prices include round-trip transportation, as well as bus driver gratuity. For more information call the Recreation Department at 734-281-4219. Space is limited so register soon!
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NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGISTRATION FOR THE AUGUST 7, 2018 PRIMARY ELECTION CITY OF RIVERVIEW, MICHIGAN TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF RIVERVIEW, WAYNE COUNTY: Notice is hereby given that the last day to register for AUGUST 7, 2018 primary election will be Tuesday, July 9, 2018, in accordance with Section 168.498 of Michigan Election Law. Please take notice that the City of Riverview will be electing: Partisan Section: State Governor, Congressional United States Senator, Representative in Congress 12th District, State Senator 1st District, Representative in State Legislature 14th District; County Executive, County Commissioner 15th District, Delegates to County Convention Proposal Section Wayne County Public Transportation Millage: If approved, this proposal will renew the 1.0 mill levied by the Wayne County Transportation Authority for the years 2018 through 2021 and will allow continued support to the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) for a public transportation system serving the elderly, disabled and general public of Wayne County (Complete Proposal may be found on the www.cityofriverview.com) If you are not currently registered to vote or have changed the address in which you live, you may do so at the following locations and times: In Person: At your city clerk’s offices (Monday - Friday 9 AM to 5 PM) or any county clerk’s office during normal business hours. Secretary of State Branch offices during normal business hours. At specified agency for clients receiving services through Family Independence Agency, the Department of Community Health, Michigan Jobs Commission and some offices of the Commission for the Blind. At military recruitment offices for persons enlisting in the Armed forces. By Mail: By obtaining and completing a Mail Voter Registration Application and forwarding to the election official as directed on the application by the close of registration deadline. Mail voter registration applications may be obtained by contacting: City Clerk, 14100 Civic Park Drive, Riverview, MI 48193, (734) 2814239. Mail-In Voter Registration applications may also be obtained from the Michigan Department of State website at www.Michigan.gov/sos. Note: Persons registering by mail are required to vote in person unless they have previously voted in person in the state, are at least 60 years of age, or are handicapped.
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Riverview Teacher Leaders Complete Academy For the past two school years, seven of Riverview’s outstanding teachers participated in an elite program sponsored by Wayne County RESA (Regional Educational Service Agency). Organized and led by notable educator Syndee Malek, the Teacher Leaders Academy offered a wealth of experiences to teachers who chose to embrace the extra effort to improve their personal educational leadership capabilities. Ryan DiBrano, a history teacher from RCHS, Amy Farkas, a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) teacher from Seitz, Kristi Kucia, s special education instructor from Memorial, and Michon Lince, a social studies / government teacher from RCHS took part in the RESA Teacher Leaders Academy. They were joined by Katy Olsen, a special -education teacher from Memorial, Brenda Said-Wright, elementary Literacy Coach and former Forest primary grade teacher, and Amy Wassick, a fifth-grade teacher at Forest. For two years, these teachers attended workshops, seminars, and conferences at RESA and in different parts of the state of
Michigan. Most of these events took place after school, on Saturdays, and during the summer, so that class time lost was minimal. They completed book studies and were tutored by nationally recognized educators and pedagogical speakers. They also participated in discussion boards, professional learning communities, and collaborative meetings to brainstorm best practices and wellresearched strategies to improve education in Riverview, along with honing leadership proficiency in themselves. On Tuesday, May 1, Riverview’s teacher leaders, along with cohorts from other Wayne County districts, were recognized and congratulated on their graduation from this prestigious academy. Michael Fullan, an esteemed educational author and speaker, keynoted the day-long honorary conference held at banquet center in Livonia. This conference was also attended by board members and Central Office Administrators, who witnessed and accepted, with great pride, the advanced leadership skills of the seven graduates of the RESA Teacher Leaders Academy.
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Notable Seitz musician wins first chair honors in Michigan’s All State Concert Band. After intense competitive auditioning, Aubrey Diebold, an 8th grader from Seitz Middle School, was chosen to be one of eight French horn players in the Michigan All State Middle School Band. Auditions were held at twelve locations across the state, and approximately 100 middle school students were selected to be members of this band. This year marked Aubrey’s second time being chosen for this prestigious group of musicians. Last year, as a seventh grader, she was third chair in a group or eight French horn players, and this year she was selected as first chair ofall middle school musicians who tried out and were selected. In addition to this honor, Aubrey recently auditioned and was appointed to an honors band that will play at Carnegie Hall in New York City this summer. Aubrey also plays tenor horn for Motor City Youth Brass Band in Southfield, Michigan and Sousaphone for her school’s marching band. Aubrey dedicates many hours each week to practice with her instruments and she shares credit for her success with her school music instructors, Ms. Jessi Walsh and Mr. Bill Beson, her private instructor, Jennifer Kmet, and the Riverview School District’s band program. Next year, she will take the field as a freshman member of the RCHS Marching Pirates, and she will also participate in the school’s Symphonic and Jazz Bands.
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2018 Riverview Community Schools Summer Enrichment Program The goal of Riverview Community Schools is to make learning come alive for students through our summer enrichment program. Our student-centered program offers hands-on challenges in a nurturing, non-competitive environment. Students have the opportunity to explore a wide range of courses designed to enrich academic skills and build self-confidence. Where: Seitz–Huntington Complex (17800 Kennebec) When: Monday, July 9 through Thursday, August 2 (2 days a week: M/W or T/Th classes) Time: 9:30am-12:30pm Tuition: FREE with lunch provided by Chartwells Registration: Open June 11 Online Registration: MyPayments Plus (NO CHARGE)
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Dive Into Reading! (grades 1-2): Learn reading strategies through different content themes to strengthen the love of reading with Ms. Rosecrans Acting Up (grades 2-3): Practice and perform Readers Theaters with reading fluency, team work, confidence building, public speaking, and creativity with Ms. DeRosia EV3 Robotics (grade 3): Learn simple programming skills and participate in daily challenges using the EV3 Mindstorm Robot program with Mr. Laginess Book vs Movie (grades 3-6): Compare and contrast classic novels to their Hollywood movie with Ms. Wassick Summer Reading Club (grades 5-7): Read and discuss your favorite books with peers by using creative activities with Ms. Nichols Get Wired 4 Positivity Learning (grades 5-7): Learn how the brain works and strategies to develop a positive mindset in both school and life with Ms. Quigley Algebra Enrichment (grades 6-7): Improve Algebra skills with fun activities with Mr. Arnold Learn to Sew (grades 7-8): Learn the basics of using a sewing machine in a collaborative environment to make baby quilts for a local charity with Ms. Millner Dance Basics (grades 7-11): Strengthen your dance skills with proper conditioning and learning dance technique and finish with learning a choreographed routine with Ms. Jacobs Painting & Creating (grades 8-11): Explore painting with collage, resist, and simple sculpture techniques to create multiple artistic masterpieces with Ms. Van Sickle Learning with Board Games (grades 8-11): Play and dissect various games to determine their cognitive strategies and apply these to real life scenarios with Mr. Gwardinski
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Instructions Not Included (grades K-2): Learn to problem solve by re-purposing/reusing common household items for purposes beyond their intended use in different scenarios with Ms. O’Brien Reading Rocks! (grade 1): Improve reading skills with group reading activities, readingthemed games, and writing stories with Ms. Frattarelli Acting Up (grade 1): Practice and perform Readers Theaters with reading fluency, team work, confidence building, public speaking, and creativity with Ms. DeRosia Science of Summer (grades 1-2): Conduct investigations and experiments to explain summer phenomenon such as rainbows, fireworks, and mirages with Ms. Fink AUTHORity! (grades 1-5): Write, illustrate, and publish your own narrative/expository book with Ms. Rosecrans Hands-On Summer Science (grades 2-3): Use hands-on activities to learn about Earth Science with Ms. Moores Brain Boosters! (grades 3-5): Put your power to work by solving logic problems, mysteries, brain teasers, and much more with Ms. Hatzl Effective Public Speaking (grades 3-5): Improve public speaking skills with a variety of activities and technology with Mr. Lothian Household Chemistry (grades 3-6): Learn about properties of matter, physical and chemical changes, and other chemistry topics using household items with Ms. Wassick EV3 Robotics (grade 4): Learn simple programming skills and participate in daily challenges using the EV3 Mindstorm Robot program with Mr. Laginess Painting & Creating (grades 4-7): Explore painting with collage, resist, and simple sculpture techniques to create multiple artistic masterpieces with Ms. Van Sickle Learn to Sew (grades 5-6): Learn the basics of using a sewing machine in a collaborative environment to make baby quilts for a local charity with Ms. Millner Spanish Encounter (grades 5-7): Learn basic Spanish expressions and Spanish culture through music, storytelling, and craft projects with Ms. Frost Learn to Crochet (grades 5-11): Learn basic crocheting techniques with Ms. Nichols Algebra Enrichment (grades 8-9): Improve Algebra skills with fun activities with Mr.
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summer water usage Now that summer is about here, most residents will use more water for things like watering the grass, flowers, gardens, washing vehicles and filling pools. It is important to remember that this increased usage can significantly increase your water bill as compared to the rest of the year. Outdoor watering Most outdoor activities will be done with a garden hose that can use 12 to 25 gallons a minute or more. If your garden hose output is 15 gallons a minute that equals 23₵ a minute or $13.80 an hour. When finished with the use of your garden hose please be sure to shut it off at the hose bib valve on the house, periodically throughout the year please check for leaks from the hose bib with the garden hose disconnected.
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Thursday, July 12 Wonder - Young Patriots Park - 9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 26 Parental Guidance - Carr Park - 9:30 p.m. Saturday, August 4 Despicable Me 3 - Memorial Park - 9:00 p.m. Friday, August 10 The Greatest Showman - Carr Park - 9:00 p.m. Thursday, August 23 Ferris Buellerʼs Day Off - Young Patriots Park - 8:30 p.m.
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Fireworks: Use Wisely Fireworks are permissible on the day before, the day of and the day after a national holiday between the hours of 8 AM and 12 AM (to 1 AM New Year’s day ONLY); and only on private property (with the owner’s permission). Use of City Property (parks and streets, etc.) is strictly prohibited. The best rules to follow are: n Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks. n Avoid buying fireworks that are packaged in brown paper because this is often a sign that the fireworks were made for professional displays and that they could pose a danger to consumers. n Always have an adult supervise fireworks activities. Parents may not realize that young children suffer injuries from sparklers. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees - hot enough to melt some metals. n Never place any part of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse. Back up to a safe distance immediately after lighting fireworks. n Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not ignited fully. n Never point or throw fireworks at another person. n Keep a bucket of water or garden hose handy in case of fire mishap. n Light fireworks one at a time, then move back quickly. n Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers. n After fireworks complete their burning, douse the spent device with plenty of water from a bucket or hose before discarding it to prevent a trash fire. n Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them.
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What’s Happening Riverview ... Saturday, June 9 Wayne County Hazardous Household Waste Collection, Only household generated products from Wayne County residents will be accepted. Drop waste off at Henry Ford College 5101 Evergreen Road, Dearborn. Items that will not be accepted include: Commercial waste, Industrial waste, radioactive material, explosives, ammunition, 55 gallon drums, household trash, refrigerators, microwaves or other appliances, tires, yard waste, roofing shingles, & concrete. For information on how to dispose of these items, please contact the Wayne County Resource Recovery Coordinator at 734-326-3936. Monday, June 11 City Council Meeting, At 7:30pm inside the council conference room there will be a regularly scheduled City Council Meeting. Friday, June 15- Sunday, June 17 Summerfest, Summerfest is going to be bigger and better in 2018 with more bands, rides, children’s events and much more. If you would like to be a part of this growing community event contact
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12:00pm - 4:00pm Riverside Kayak Connection 12:00pm - 9:00pm Carousel Acres, Inc. Petting Farm & Pony Rides 12:00 pm High School and Middle School Bands 2:00pm - 4:00pm Captain America, Princess Belle & Moana Characters
for more information call 734-231-2522 Thursday, June 21 Planning Commission Meeting, At 7:30pm there will be a Planning Comission Meeting at City Hall. Friday, june 22 Complimentary Movie Night Presented By Deanna Boone State Farm, At 8:30pm State Farm will be putting on a free screening of Peter Rabbit the Movie. It will be showed at 18003 Fort St, Riverview. Wednesday, July 11 Summer Concerts in the Park, At 7:00pm under the gazebo in Young Patriots Park there will be an open concert for the public. This week will feature the American Band, who will perform a selection of classic rock and country. Thursday, July 12 Summer Movies in the Park, At 9:30pm there will be a showing of the film Wonder 2017 at no charge to the public.
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Heading into Wednesday night at Riverview, Grosse Ile had won 39 consecutive Huron League games and had played 87 league contests without a defeat. The host Pirates, led by Lily Wojtowicz, brought both streaks to a screeching halt. The junior netted one goal in each half en route to the victory, which was Riverview’s first over Grosse Ile in six years. “We were very hungry for a win against them, it’s been a while,” said Pirates Coach Stevie Burns. “Especially with it being our Senior Night, we definitely wanted to send the seniors out on a good note. Those seniors haven’t beaten Grosse Ile in their careers, so that was huge.” Wojtowicz put Riverview (12-4-1, 9-3-1 Huron League) up 1-0 with a goal about 13 minutes into the game. She cashed in after teammate Sam Dorn had launched a ball that came down near the Grosse Ile (16-1, 12-1 Huron League) goal. The Devils, who had already clinched a share of the Huron League title, evened things up five minutes into the second half when Lindsay Miles got a shot past Pirates goalkeeper Mallory Gardocki for her 13th goal of the season. The visitors continued to apply pressure and generated some scoring chances. Only a minute after the Miles goal, a shot from Brooklyn Donckers sailed just over the net. Roughly 10 minutes later Donckers had a shot roll just wide of the post. Along the way Gardocki came up with some big stops, as well, and finished the game with 10 total saves. Around the halfway mark of the second half, momentum seemed to shift. Wojtowicz had two breakaways within three minutes, but missed out on scoring both times. The second breakaway came after she stole a pass with about 18 minutes left on the clock. But just a minute later she got a shot off from near the right sideline. This time the ball went over the outstretched hands of goalkeeper Chandler Donckers and sailed into the net to put the hosts up 2-1. Grosse Ile had only given up one goal all season before Wednesday night. Chandler Donckers, who has 14 shutouts this year, made five saves against the Pirates in the contest. The Devils made a push to tie the game late, but Riverview was able to hold them off and went on to celebrate the one-goal victory. Overall, Grosse Ile has captured its seventh consecutive league title and is ranked among the top teams in the state in Division 3. Wednesday’s defeat came just ahead of the district playoffs, which kick off Tuesday, May 29. “We needed to get our heads straight,” said Devils Coach Amy Rossow. “At least we lost to a good team. They came out and performed well and there’s nothing to be ashamed about. But we do have things to work on and hopefully it helps the kids to realize what they have to work on.” The Devils were scheduled to host Carleton Airport the next day to wrap up the regular season. A victory would clinch the outright league title. Riverview was set to to visit Monroe Jefferson on Friday.
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Two determined Downriver teams went head to head on Friday for the Division 2, District championship at Grosse Ile. A pair of fifth-inning runs for the Pirates was ultimately the difference, as the team held on for a 2-0 victory over the Trojans. With the win, Riverview (22-9) advanced to face Tecumseh in the first round of regionals on Saturday, June 9 at Monroe Jefferson. Ahead of the championship game on Friday, Trenton edged host Grosse Ile 3-2 in a semifinal. The Bucs didn’t play in the semis due to a forfeit by Dearborn Heights Annapolis. Overall, the big crowd on hand for the title game saw a pitchers’ duel between Riverview’s Garrett Davis and the Trojans’ Zack Perkins. Both hurlers went the distance and each threw fewer than 80 pitches. Davis struck out three batters, walked two and allowed six hits on the way to his fourth completegame shutout of the season. Perkins had one strikeout and allowed one earned run, one walk and five hits. He also hit two batters, which quickly came back to haunt him. Perkins plunked Riverview’s Cameron Rogers to lead off the bottom of the fifth and two batters later he hit Andrew Love. A base hit from Angelo Singleton put the Bucs in a bases-loaded situation with only one out.
Next up was Kyle Naif, who hit a ball just over the head of second baseman Ian Lozon and knocked in Singleton for the game’s first run. An error on a ball hit by Joe Johnson allowed Love to race home and put Riverview up 2-0. “This is kind of how it’s been all year,” said Bucs Coach Chris Haut. “This team has always worked really hard. This is the kind of game we play. We pitch really well-Garrett threw an absolutely phenomenal game-and we put the ball in play and make things happen.” In the top of the sixth, Trenton’s Robert Barker drew a two-out walk. Matt Kibby was up next and sent a hard-hit ball out to center field. Love was in position for the Bucs and made a nice grab before it sailed past him. The Riverview defense also turned a pair of double plays in the contest. With one last chance for the Trojans, Brandon Brushaber led off the top of the seventh with a single. However, Davis retired the next three batters, including a game-ending strikeout. “We’ve been working in the offseason and this is how it pays off,” Davis said. “We get to bring home the trophy. We feel like we can hang with anybody and we’re excited to go.” Despite the defeat for Trenton, coach Todd Szalka was impressed with his team on Friday. “I told the kids, when we met after the game, that I’ve never been prouder of a group of kids coming off a loss as I am with the way that they played today,” he said. “…They did everything that we asked them to do all season and it just didn’t work out.” Riverview’s regional semifinal battle with Tecumseh is set for 10 a.m. at Jefferson. The winner will play either Carleton Airport or Ann Arbor
Gabriel Richard for the championship later that day. In Trenton’s 3-2 win over Grosse Ile in the semifinals, it was Kyle Richey who came up big for the squad. Richey started on the mound and threw 5.2 innings en route to the victory. At the plate he hit a second-inning double that drove in Barker and Lozon and put the Trojans up 2-0 at the time. On the hill, Richey struck out two batters and allowed one earned run, four hits and five walks. One of those walks went to Grosse Ile’s Bradley Vella in the bottom of the fourth inning. He advanced to second on a single from Zak Thompson and moved to third after Trenton turned a double play. With two outs, Vella scored on an error on a ball hit by Collin Bammer. One inning later, Justin Riggs drew a walk for the Red Devils and was driven in by Nate Brown to tie the game at 2-2. Barker led off the sixth inning for Trenton by reaching on an error and gave his squad a 3-2 lead. After the run, the Trojans still had runners at second and third, with only one out, but starting pitcher Richardo Madrigal was able to work out of the jam. Overall, Madigral threw a complete game and allowed only one earned run. He struck out four batters, walked four and allowed five hits. Grosse Ile threatened in the bottom of the sixth after Chase Yops singled and Matt Groat walked. With the two runners on, and two outs, Jake Kowalski relieved Richey and promptly struck out the first hitter he faced. In the seventh Kowalski retired the side in order and picked up the save.
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The Rising Epidemic of Text Neck
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he digital age has allowed us to be more mobile, but it is also creating a considerable amount of health related problems through our increasing use of handheld devices. A phenomenon, called Text Neck, has been coined Dr. Michael Concessi as the term that Riverview Chiropacctor describes the problems caused from prolonged usage of electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops and gaming devices. More than 2 trillion text messages were sent in the US in 2011, which equates to more than 6 billion text messages sent per day, or 180 billion per month. Text messaging users send or receive an average of 35 messages per day. Just look around and what do you see? People are looking down at their smartphones, texting or checking out the most recent activity of the Kardashians. Children slumped over, looking at an electronic tablet playing a game or watching a video on YouTube. All this prolonged time spent looking down with forward head posture, FHP, has resulted in chronic muscle strain of the neck and upper back. As a chiropractor of 30 plus years, I have treated my share of patients with neck problems as a result of FHP. The normal neck should have a forward c-type curve to it, but due to prolonged FHP over time, the ligaments of the neck become weak and a reverse of the normal neck curve develops. This leads to FHP related problems including, but not limited to: headaches, neck pain, disc bulges, shoulder pain, numbness and tingling in the arms and hands, and pinched nerves. Over the past 10 years I have seen a tremendous rise in FHP related problems. What was once a problem I treated primarily in adult patients, is now becoming a common problem in younger patients. Headaches and neck pain are literally becoming an epidemic with our teenage and younger individuals. Mobile devices are being used by kids as young as 2 years old.
Text messaging users send or receive an average of 35 messages per day. Prolonged time spent on smartphones, tablets, laptops and gaming devices that are practically tethered to our kids continues to grow. Studies show that as of 2015 the average time spent on electronic devices was approximately 5.5 hours per day and growing. That is a lot of time looking down! It is time to take control. Parents teach kids the difference between right and wrong, to sit up straight and stop slouching. Today should be no different. We need to make changes now, in our own and our children’s lifestyle, or we will be in for a rude awaking. Poor posture does not only look bad, but bad habits will lead to a number of musculoskeletal problems down the road. In addition increased electronic time has been associated with obesity, sleep deprivation, aggression, attention deficit, delayed development and diminished social skills.
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When I joined the world of retail as a career, my stores were part of a network of independents across the nation, and nationals were virtually nonexistent. calculated cookie cutter format that is duplicated to excess. It is a better experience that I seek, and I get satisfaction in rewarding them and enabling their success and growth. While I would be happy for Bell’s Beer owners if they cashed out and captured a healthy reward for their efforts to create something better than was there before, I would get much less pleasure out of drinking said beer that was now just another name-plate under the Budweiser banner. I’d seek the next effort! Kerrytown in Ann Arbor, all local, is energizing. Walking through any mall at all is depressing, one innocuous format after another, all designed to get me to buy for the sake of buying. “Lifestyle Centers” don’t fool me, either - 100% corporate. Don’t we all want more authenticity? So yeah, no question, I have a bias. My intent in this column is to get even one more person to agree about these points, and to make more conscious choices that reward uniqueness and grass roots capitalism over predatory formulaic invasions that destroy capitalism for CAPITALISM. My stores are included in my mission, but it is a nationwide scourge that I seek to push back against as hard as I know how. Saving Small and authentic, saving downtowns that I love. Online shopping continues to balloon. I have no illusions that the trends will reverse. But I also have no intention of just withering away without a peep. I won’t spend a dime helping them dismantle America’s independent businesses. Maybe I can recruit more acolytes for Independent. The Matrix can be beaten; you can help! The predatory elimination of all smaller competition, resulting in higher prices and fewer choices once that competition is gone.... Is NOT progress. Be aware, and beware. And don’t say I didn’t warn you.
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