Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Monday, September 21, 2015
It is with extreme sorrow that Bloomfield Township notes the passing of former Supervisor Dave Payne on Friday, Sept. 11.
In Memoriam
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Funeral Arrangements
In addition to his wife,
children and grandchildren, Payne is survived by a sister Bonnie (Monty) Newton
and a brother, Don (Ann) Payne.
is located at 1825 E. Square Lake Road in Troy.
In lieu
of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to one of the following:
Bloomfield Township Police Benevolent Fund or to the
Firefighters Charities, 4200 Telegraph Road, Bloomfield, MI 48302 or Livingston
Christian Schools, 8877 Main Street, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189.
To read the Obituary click here
To read the Obituary click here
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Trees for the Country Club. Understanding how our City Government plans.
To understand how the current Government of Bloomfield Hills
works you need to be familiar with a program called Goals and Objectives.
The
Goals and Objective are decided about this time of the year by the five sitting
Commissioners, the City Clerk, and The City Manager. The seven pick goals and
objectives for the commission and the City to point to. They are then submitted
in writing to Jay Cravens the City manager who then analyzes the suggestions ,
discards some a assigns the remainder to Commissioners. Sometimes
City staff assigns goals to themselves.
Two years ago
Mr. Cravens assigned himself to the city’s be sole determiner of the seemingly
very successful, inaugural celebrate Bloomfield Hills Day. It was a day
that offered open house at such City attractions as Cranbrook museums, Historic
City Churches and the Village Club. While no such event is perfect
in its first year (many visitors said there was not enough time to do
everything) Cravens found it wanting and to avoid “attendance fatigue
“canceled it indefinitely.
Three months later City Clerk in analyzing the City’s waste hauling, per Goals
and Objectives, re-wrote all the City’s waste hauling ordinances based on what
she had learned by studying other the program of other communities.
Since it was started in 2012 under then Mayor McClure there
has no residents input in Goals and Objectives and none has been allowed. At
the first meeting when the program started former Mayor Zambricki and current
Mayor Dul suggested “bringing the residents in to the process of identifying
Goals and Objectives.
Such suggestions were ignored and apparently the commissioners were dissuaded
from making such populous comments in future years.
Ironically it is the City Commission that is often on the outside
looking in.
. The Commission had
little say in the waste hauler issue.
City
employees City Clerk Amy Burton wrote the ordinances, City Manager Jay Craves
wrote the 40 page document of waste hauler duties and the guidelines for
hiring a single waste hauler. When it came time for the latter, Cravens
excluded the commission from the selection process and instead appointed
a committee consisting of two “super citizens” When commissioners
objected Cravens allowed a single commissioner (Commissioner Sherr) to serve as
a non-speaking, non-voting observer.
Because it
operates outside the normal bounds of traditional open government
mandated by the state of Michigan there is no legal basis for Goals and
Objectives as practiced by our City Commission and City employed.
Including the residents would help the programs legitimacy but it would not provide the checks and balances necessary for good Government,.
When it started in 2011City Beautification
became the poster child for future Goals and Objectives. Money was raised by soliciting
donations which paid for tree planting and Woodward avenue islands. The initial program was wildly successful and
tax payer dollars were not spent
Four years later, as indicated by the memo below Beautification as an
objective continue but the emphasis has changed . The memo City Manager Cravens sent to the Commission
dated September 4th 2015 request a cushion over $5000, to be applied to three projects.
1) Tree planting on the islands at the Long Lake intersections of Pembroke and Country Club to improve drainage. How much of
the cushion is to cover this inherent city expense is not provided.
2)
Planters and
plant to “beautify” the West Long Lake Merchants store fronts. How much of the
cushion will go this to “goal” was not stated.
The Long Lake merchants beautification goal has been on the books for
years and there is a little bit of irony here. Three ago years Mr. Cravens tossed the crown jewels of
the City (Cranbrook, Village Club, Christ Church Cranbrook, and the Chapel at St. Hugo’s) to persuade
store front merchants to beautify.
That fell on
deaf ears until the City started providing incentives like drawings and plants.
One wonders if what would have happened
if he retained Celebrate Bloomfield and through clever marketing provided
the Merchants with what they really
wanted which is more customers.
3)
The last
item is also not itemized in terms of much of the cushion expense it requires
but it will have the City planting trees along
Long Lake beside the Country Club.
Why exactly is not stated. On its
own the Country Club is very well landscaped. Maybe they want to shield it’s
golfing members from traffic noise. If so that is something the club should
take care on its own.
One could say that $5000
is peanuts to a City with a 9 million dollar budget but it is still tax payer
money unless donors with money to burn emerge. It has already been said that
the City may find the money from other funds and sources and not
need the $5000 plus cushion at all but with exception of the Islands at Pembroke and Country Club the emphasis is on befitting third parties as opposed to
residents.
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Thursday, September 17, 2015
Baldwin Library Hosts OK2SAY Program on Cyberbullying.
BIRMINGHAM, MI (September 16, 2015) – Living in an online world filled with sexting, bullying and cyberbullying can be challenging for students and parents to navigate. OK2SAY program personnel from the Office of the Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette will facilitate two concurrent programs for teens and parents about these pressing subjects on Monday, October 5th at 7:00 p.m. at the Baldwin Public Library.
The goal of OK2SAY is to stop harmful behavior before it occurs by encouraging students to report threatening behavior to caring adult authorities who can help. Featuring a comprehensive communication system that facilitates tip submissions through various means, OK2SAY enables Michigan residents to confidentially report student safety threats to trained program operators who forward tips on to local agencies for a timely response.
Teens in grades 6-12 will learn about the dangers of revealing personal information on social networking sites, the consequences of sexting, how to respond to bullying and cyberbullying, and how to use the OK2SAY confidential tip service. Parents will see a brief overview of the teen presentation, learn relevant research about how students are using technology, and hear Internet safety tips and practical tips.
Baldwin's Head of Adult Services, Maria Williams, says, "We want parents and students in our community to understand the threats that exist for young people who are active online and be properly equipped to respond to them. The digital divide between parents and their ultra tech savvy kids can make it harder for these important conversations to occur. We want to help bridge that gap."
To learn more about OK2SAY, visit the program's website at www.michigan.gov/ok2say. Parents and students can register to attend the programs on the Library's online event calendar or by calling 248-554-4650.
The Baldwin Public Library is located in downtown Birmingham at 300 W. Merrill Street. The Library’s hours are 9:30 a.m.—9:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m.—5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The Library’s website (www.baldwinlib.org) has information on how to register for a Library Card and access all of the Library’s services.
Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Friday, September 11, 2015
Legendary Township Supervisor Dave Payne dead at 64. After heart attack on Harbor Springs golf course.
Outgoing Supervisor Dave Payne enjoys his last day in office and congratulates Leo Savoie after the swearing-in ceremony. July 28th, 2011.
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Bloomfield Township Today, Videos on Demand, Bloomfield Township, Michigan (MI)
...Bloomfield Township Today is hosted by Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
...Bloomfield Township Today is hosted by Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
Consolidating Police and Fire Depts Resolution, Bloomfield Township, Michigan (MI)
..."We want to control costs without compromising critical services," said Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
..."We want to control costs without compromising critical services," said Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
2013 News: Former Bloomfield Township Supervisor Fred Korzon Leaves Legacy of Preservation of Township s Residential Quality
...He was 89 years of age. Former Supervisor Dave Payne, whose 41-year career with Bloomfield Township overlapped much of the time Mr. Korzon served in elected positions, said Mr. Korzon focused on maintaining the high-quality residential character of Bloomfield Township while the business community expanded along the Township s main arteries:...
...He was 89 years of age. Former Supervisor Dave Payne, whose 41-year career with Bloomfield Township overlapped much of the time Mr. Korzon served in elected positions, said Mr. Korzon focused on maintaining the high-quality residential character of Bloomfield Township while the business community expanded along the Township s main arteries:...
Administration, Bloomfield Township, Michigan (MI)
...Leo was appointed to the Bloomfield Township s Board of Review in 1997 and the Zoning Board of Appeals in 2011. He was elected to the Board of Trustees in November, 2004. On July 25, 2011, Leo was appointed Supervisor to fill the unexpired term left vacant by the retirement of Dave Payne....
...Leo was appointed to the Bloomfield Township s Board of Review in 1997 and the Zoning Board of Appeals in 2011. He was elected to the Board of Trustees in November, 2004. On July 25, 2011, Leo was appointed Supervisor to fill the unexpired term left vacant by the retirement of Dave Payne....
[PDF] Fall 2008 Township Newsletter
..."This will become a Bloomfield Township landmark," said Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
..."This will become a Bloomfield Township landmark," said Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
[PDF] 2004 Winter Newsletter
...Jerry was exceptionally dedicated to Bloomfield Township, said Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
...Jerry was exceptionally dedicated to Bloomfield Township, said Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
[PDF] Summer 2004 Newsletter
...Township resident Ben Craine has been a leader in this effort, serving on the Cable Access Board (originally known as the Access Management Committee) since its inception and chairing it since 1989. Township Supervisor Dave Paynehonored Ben saying, Ben has been a constant source of leadership....
...Township resident Ben Craine has been a leader in this effort, serving on the Cable Access Board (originally known as the Access Management Committee) since its inception and chairing it since 1989. Township Supervisor Dave Paynehonored Ben saying, Ben has been a constant source of leadership....
[PDF] Winter 2006 Newsletter
...As the Dave Payne Board Bloomfield Township Supervisor c o n s i d -...
...As the Dave Payne Board Bloomfield Township Supervisor c o n s i d -...
[PDF] Fall 2009 Senior Newsletter
...BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD Dave Payne, Supervisor Janet Roncelli, Clerk Dan Devine, Treasurer David Buckley, Trustee Neal J. Barnett, Trustee Leo C. Savoie, Trustee Brian E. Kepes, Trustee...
...September l6 (SOC27-C0901) Dave Payne, Supervisor Bloomfield Township...
...BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD Dave Payne, Supervisor Janet Roncelli, Clerk Dan Devine, Treasurer David Buckley, Trustee Neal J. Barnett, Trustee Leo C. Savoie, Trustee Brian E. Kepes, Trustee...
...September l6 (SOC27-C0901) Dave Payne, Supervisor Bloomfield Township...
[PDF] Planning Department - Annual Report 2010
...Design Review Board Members Dave Payne, Township Supervisor Dan Devine, Township Treasurer Janet Roncelli,Township Clerk Neal Barnett, Alternate Leo Savoie, Alternate...
...Design Review Board Members Dave Payne, Township Supervisor Dan Devine, Township Treasurer Janet Roncelli,Township Clerk Neal Barnett, Alternate Leo Savoie, Alternate...
[PDF] 2003 Newsletter Spreads v2
..."Bill cared deeply about Bloomfield Township and was committed to upholding the high standards which make theTownship distinctive," said Supervisor Dave Payne....
..."Bill cared deeply about Bloomfield Township and was committed to upholding the high standards which make theTownship distinctive," said Supervisor Dave Payne....
[PDF] 2002Summer
...As quoted recently, Public safety is the most important service provided by government, said Township SupervisorDave Payne....
...As quoted recently, Public safety is the most important service provided by government, said Township SupervisorDave Payne....
[PDF] 2008 Winter Bloomfield Township Newsletter
...Dave Payne committed Township Supervisor Trustee,...
...Dave Payne committed Township Supervisor Trustee,...
[PDF] Summer 2008 Township Newsletter
...Dave Payne Township Supervisor "Our employees are excited to be able to offer the public increased access toTownship offices and are very willing to come in an hour early and stay an hour later," said Township Supervisor DavePayne....
...Dave Payne Township Supervisor "Our employees are excited to be able to offer the public increased access toTownship offices and are very willing to come in an hour early and stay an hour later," said Township Supervisor DavePayne....
[PDF] Summer 2001 Newsletter
...At the regular meeting of the Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees on June 27, 2011, Supervisor Dave Payneannounced his retirement, effective August 1, 2011....
...Township Supervisor Dave Payne said, "The AAA bond rating is the direct result of a great team effort put forth by the Board, administration and...
...At the regular meeting of the Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees on June 27, 2011, Supervisor Dave Payneannounced his retirement, effective August 1, 2011....
...Township Supervisor Dave Payne said, "The AAA bond rating is the direct result of a great team effort put forth by the Board, administration and...
[PDF] 2007 Township Annual Report
...Supervisor, Dave Payne Dave was appointed Supervisor in 1999 and elected in both 2000 and 2004. Prior to that he served as Treasurer from 1995 to 1999. He began working for the Township in 1970. Dave holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and a Master of Arts degree in Public Administration from Oakland University....
...Supervisor, Dave Payne Dave was appointed Supervisor in 1999 and elected in both 2000 and 2004. Prior to that he served as Treasurer from 1995 to 1999. He began working for the Township in 1970. Dave holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and a Master of Arts degree in Public Administration from Oakland University....
[PDF] Senior Services Spring 2010 Newsletter
...BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD Dave Payne, Supervisor Janet Roncelli, Clerk Dan Devine, Treasurer...
...BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD Dave Payne, Supervisor Janet Roncelli, Clerk Dan Devine, Treasurer...
[PDF] Winter 2007 Newsletter
...Dave Payne, Bloomfield Township Supervisor B l o o m f i e l d is in its final stages (see article Township will on page 2) and the Board of continue progress Trustees is expected to act on two major upon it in February....
...Dave Payne, Bloomfield Township Supervisor B l o o m f i e l d is in its final stages (see article Township will on page 2) and the Board of continue progress Trustees is expected to act on two major upon it in February....
[PDF] 2008 Police Annual Report
...Chief' s Comments Supervisor Dave Payne Treasurer Dan Devine Clerk Jan Roncelli Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees...
...Chief' s Comments Supervisor Dave Payne Treasurer Dan Devine Clerk Jan Roncelli Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees...
[PDF] AnnualReport2009.pdf
...Chief's Comments Supervisor Dave Payne Treasurer Dan Devine Clerk Jan Roncelli Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees...
...Chief's Comments Supervisor Dave Payne Treasurer Dan Devine Clerk Jan Roncelli Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees...
[PDF] 2010 Annual Police Report
...48 Chief's Comments May 2011 Supervisor Dave Payne Treasurer Dan Devine Clerk Jan Roncelli Bloomfield TownshipBoard of Trustees...
...48 Chief's Comments May 2011 Supervisor Dave Payne Treasurer Dan Devine Clerk Jan Roncelli Bloomfield TownshipBoard of Trustees...
[PDF] Spring 2009 Newsletter
...TRUSTEE from page 1 budget challenges," said Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
...TRUSTEE from page 1 budget challenges," said Township Supervisor Dave Payne....
[PDF] Bloomfield Township Newsletter - Winter 2013
...In October the Dave Payne Public Services Building was dedicated in honor of long-time Township Supervisor Payne,who...
...In October the Dave Payne Public Services Building was dedicated in honor of long-time Township Supervisor Payne,who...
[PDF] Spring 2011 Newsletter
...episodes of Bloomfield Township Today, featuring Supervisor Dave Payne, recently detailed the 2011-2012 budget and the progress of the 2009-2014 Strategic Plan....
...episodes of Bloomfield Township Today, featuring Supervisor Dave Payne, recently detailed the 2011-2012 budget and the progress of the 2009-2014 Strategic Plan....
Thursday, September 10, 2015
Opening Celebrations of the EMAGINE PALLADIUM & IRONWOOD GRILL.
Emagine Palladium & Ironwood Grill
Charity Opening Celebrations
250 North Old Woodward Avenue
Birmingham, MI
Birmingham, MI
Please join us for a series of three events, hosted by Mary and Paul Glantz, the charitable opening celebration week at Emagine Palladium and Ironwood Grill includes two evenings consisting of dinner and a movie (seated reservations with full menu and bar options) and a final grand opening charity preview evening (with strolling appetizers, full bar, music, movies). Includes valet parking.
100% of the ticket purchase price will equally benefit four selected charities that serve the surrounding community. They are: Beaumont Children’s Hospital, The Community House, Kids Kicking Cancer, and Variety the Children’s Charity.
Dates
Sunday, September 27, 2015 — Dinner and a Movie
- Seated dinner reservation, hosted bar, and movies. Times vary – see RSVP card.
- Tickets: $125 adults / $50 youth (under 18)
- Reservations every 20 minutes from 4:00-8:00 p.m. (Dinner precedes movies)
Tuesday, September 29, 2015 — Dinner and a Movie
- Seated dinner reservation, hosted bar, and movies. Times vary – see RSVP card.
- Tickets: $125 adults / $50 youth (under 18)
- Reservations every 20 minutes from 4:00-8:00 p.m. (Dinner precedes movies)
Baldwin Library Unveils Build Imagination Collection at Open House
Library Unveils Build Imagination Collection at Open House
BIRMINGHAM, MI (September 9, 2015) – The Baldwin Public Library is unveiling a new collection of 100 architecture books for children, the Build Imagination collection, at an Open House on Saturday, September 26 from 10:30 a.m. until noon in the Library’s lower level Rotary Room. Made possible with a generous donation from the Rae Dumke fund of the Michigan Architecture Foundation (MAF), this collection features fiction and non-fiction books on topics that help foster children's imaginations and raise awareness about architecture.
Ms. Rae Dumke is the former Executive Director of MAF, AIA Michigan (American Institute of Architects Michigan), and AIA Detroit. She currently serves on the MAF Board of Trustees. Upon her retirement, an endowment was established in Ms. Dumke’s name through contributions to MAF.
The Build Imagination collection includes books about architecture, art, color, Legos, graphic design, shapes, and famous landmarks. It features everything from board books for the very young to more advanced informational texts for children as old as fourteen. Titles in the collection were selected by an MAF committee comprised of Stephanie Miller, Baldwin Library; Alan Cobb, Albert Kahn Associates; Rae Dumke, Honorary AIA; Doug Koschik, Baldwin Library; Jeffrey Ryntz, Saroki Architecture; Michelle Saroki, Saroki Architecture; and Stephen Smith, TMP Architecture.
Attendees of the Open House will have the opportunity to check out books from the collection after the presentation. Coinciding with the release of the new collection is a “block party.” Children and grown-ups of all ages will have fun building structures with a variety of building toys including wooden blocks, Duplos, and Legos at various building stations set up in the meeting space.
Stephanie Miller, Baldwin’s Head of Youth Services, says “the Library has been increasing its focus on STEAM programming to encourage engagement with math and science and this new collection will be a fun way for children to engage and develop these skills.” Visit http://www.baldwinlib.org/build-imagination-open-house to register for this event.
The Baldwin Public Library is located in downtown Birmingham at 300 W. Merrill Street. The library’s hours are 9:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The library’s website (www.baldwinlib.org) has information on how to register for a library card and access all of the library’s services.
Baldwin Library Hosts Eleanor Roosevelt Tea at the Townsend Hotel September 26th Noon.
BIRMINGHAM, MI (September 9, 2015) – Tea experts Barb Gulley and Rachel Gulley of Barb’s TEA Shop will discuss the life and accomplishments of Eleanor Roosevelt during an afternoon tea at The Townsend Hotel on Saturday, September 26 at noon.
Inspired by the release of Ken Burns’ documentary, "The Roosevelts: An Intimate History,” which aired on PBS in 2014, the afternoon tea presentation will focus on the highlights of Eleanor Roosevelt's life. “Growing up, she was a shy, unassuming child who faced her fears and, by doing so, grew to accomplish great things in politics and human rights. She exemplified one of her most famous, and our personal favorite, quotes: ‘A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong she is until you put her in hot water,’” shared Barb Gulley.
Barb and Rachel incorporate their world travels and passion for tea and education into all their programs. Back from a recent trip to Hyde Park, New York, home of Eleanor and Franklin D. Roosevelt and the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, they are excited to share stories of Eleanor and the Roosevelt family.
“With the success of the Downton Abbey inspired tea the Library hosted in February and the enthusiasm of its 60 attendees, we knew we wanted to host another event with Barb’s TEA Shop,” stated Associate Director, Rebekah Craft. “Eleanor Roosevelt has been an influential figure in our nation’s history and we want to honor her many achievements with this program.”
Contact The Townsend Hotel’s Afternoon Tea Department at 248-647-2196 for reservations. Tickets for the event are $45 per person and include a selection of sandwiches, scones, miniature pastries and Harney & Sons tea. The Townsend Hotel is located at 100 Townsend Street, Birmingham, Michigan 48009. All proceeds from this tea will support the Baldwin Public Library.
The Baldwin Public Library is located in downtown Birmingham at 300 W. Merrill Street. The library’s hours are 9:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. The library’s website (www.baldwinlib.org) has information on how to register for a library card and access all of the library’s services.
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