We hope this makes it easier for you to decide “Yes” or “No.” The complex legal and technical language required for ballot measures can make understanding the choices difficult. As we did for the August primary, we aim to break down the wording of the upcoming Washtenaw County ballot proposals for the November 5th election. ...
Sylvan Township got another update on the July 8 incident that led to a temporary ban on drinking water last month and the arrest of a 33-year-old Belleville man. During the Aug. 13 township board meeting, Sylvan Township Supervisor Kathleen Kennedy gave her report on the incident that had a man breaking into the water ...
Sylvan Township and neighboring communities are updating the Remedial Action Plan (RAP) for the old landfill on Werkner Road. At their Aug. 13 meeting, the Sylvan Township Board approved devoting $7,661 for the township’s portion to update the RAP. Sylvan Township was told by letter from the city of Chelsea that they were informed by ...
A New Apostolic Church plans to move to Commerce Park Drive, as the Chelsea City Planning Commission approved special use of the Village Conference Center across the street from Comfort Inn. The New Apostolic Church has been in the Ann Arbor area since the 1950s and currently leases an assembly space on Jackson Road in ...
How schools get their money is confusing and misunderstandings often lead to unnecessary contention. Public school funding in Michigan is complex and draws from multiple sources. Reliable funding directly affects the quality of education, the availability of resources, and the equity of opportunities for all students so having a clear grasp of how it works ...
See who won the Democratic nomination for County Sheriff and more Voters across Michigan turned out to cast their ballots in yesterday’s primary election. Of the 324,138 registered voters in Washtenaw County, 83,375 weighed in on regional ballot initiatives and set the stage for partisan candidates in the November general election. Washtenaw County’s 26% turnout ...
At the July 15, 2024, City Council meeting, Chelsea’s Downtown Development Authority recommended extending the city’s noise ordinance from 10 p.m. to midnight, a move some businesses support but concerns some residents. “This is not just about downtown, this is about the community as a whole (and) providing opportunity,” Community Development Planner Paul Montagno said. ...
Chelsea city parks are ready for accessibility updates. According to reports discussed at the July 1 Chelsea City Council meeting, Midwestern Consulting recommended 30 fixes to Chelsea Parks and Recreation to make Pierce Park, Veterans Park, TimberTown, and Palmer Commons compliant with the American Disability Act. Adam Lalik, a professional engineer from Midwestern Consulting, said ...
Lima Township has a plan and the money for the upcoming renovation of the historic township hall. Township supervisor Duane Luick recently updated the community on the plan that has an approved projected cost of $1.149 million. “I’d like to inform all the Lima Township residents about the upcoming renovation of our historic town hall ...
Built 80 years ago, the bridge on Guenther Road needs some work. The Lima Township Board re-introduced the improvement project idea at its July 8 meeting. The township wants a better idea of the potential costs, so it’s now looking to the Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) for an updated estimate on construction and engineering ...
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) sent out a “Lift Notice” on July 10 stating the water in Sylvan Township is safe to drink. Here is the notice: This is to provide you with follow-up notification that the water safety concern at Sylvan Township has been investigated and resolved. Residents can ...
A man has been arrested in connection with the July 8 break in at the Sylvan Township Water Treatment Plant, according to Michigan State Police (MSP). In alerting the community on July 8, Sylvan Township Supervisor Kathleen Kennedy said, “For the time being, out of extreme caution, we are advising no municipal water use, other ...
At its June 17th meeting Chelsea’s city council voted to approve an increased compensation package for its non-union, salaried employees. New Assistant City Manager Susan Montenegro recommended the change, in hopes of retaining the value and skill sets brought to the city by its senior staff. “It’s very important for us to show to our ...
The city of Chelsea just got a little bigger. At their June 17th meeting, the Chelsea City Council approved an agreement for the conditional transfer of property between the City of Chelsea and Lima Township. The agreement, which has been in development for over 7 years, allows for the transfer of approximately 46 acres of ...
After 46 years in the fire service, Tom Osborne is retiring. He’s stepping down from his role on the Chelsea Area Fire Authority (CAFA) Board, where he served for 11 years along with 18 years as a volunteer firefighter for Chelsea. Ron Howdyshell of Lima Township has been appointed as the At-Large board member to ...
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