THE SUPERVISOR’S E UPDATE JULY 19, 2005
Kurt M. Kobiljak, Esq.
Grosse Ile Township Supervisor
Sewer project moves forward
As you may have noticed, the contractors handling the Township’s
sewer rehabilitation have restarted their efforts along Meridian Road.
Even though there is pending litigation between the Township and the Contractor
D’Agostini, the project is being continued per the terms and conditions
of our underlying contract. Some facts regarding this stage of the SSES
project:
Pipe required to be installed: 22,533 feet
Pipe already installed: 7,638 feet
Percentage completed: 34%
Shafts required: 61
Shafts excavated: 26
Percentage shafts excavated: 43% (no manhole)
Percentage shafts excavated: 25% (with manhole)
The Township has been told that the contractor will add an additional
crew in August to move the project forward at a quicker pace. This second
tunneling crew will start the Thorofare Road tunnel where they left off
last fall. The Township, in conjunction with the contractor will be working
diligently to remove as many shafts as possible during the summer months.
International Bridge Update
The next Local Advisory Counsel meeting will be held at 7pm on Wednesday
July 20th at the River Rouge High School. The address is 1460 West Coolidge
Hwy in River Rouge Michigan. This will be an update from the MDOT consultants
regarding the next step in the selection of the illustrative examples
discussed at the most recent public hearing at Crystal Gardens. Grosse
Ile residents need to attend this meeting to follow the path of this very
serious project.
Islandfest Wrap Up
Have thoughts regarding Island Fest 2005? The Festival Commission is
looking for some good comments! Come share your ideas or thoughts this
Wednesday, July 20, 2005 at 7pm in 2nd floor Township Board Room.
Historical Society Ice Cream Social
The Historical Society is hosting its annual Ice Cream Social this Sunday
July 24th at the Depot Museum located on East River Road at Parkway from
1pm to 4pm. Events planned include musical entertainment from a barbershop
quartet, games, a visit from Mark Twain, and plenty of treats and of,
course ice cream. This is a great time to step back and relax during the
hot days of summer. It will also allow first time visitors of the museum
to see the incredible collection of items found in the Historical Society’s
museum and talk with the many dedicated members of the society.
Grosse Ile Red Devils Car Wash
Help support the Grosse Ile Red Devils at its upcoming car wash behind
the Public Safety Building this Sunday July 24 from 9am to 3pm –
all proceeds go to benefit Grosse Ile Football Team for the upcoming season.
The team is accepting donations for their efforts of making your car the
envy on your street.
The Outboard Motor
The Historical Society is planning on scheduling numerous activities
in commemorating the 100th anniversary of Cameron Waterman’s pioneering
work on designing, developing and implementing the first outboard engine.
The Historical Society, in conjunction with the State of Michigan, will
hopefully be able to erect a historic marker along the Detroit River near
the site of Waterman’s initial test of the engine.
Tax Bills
With July’s beautiful weather in Michigan also comes your summer
tax bill. If you haven’t received your tax bill yet please contact
the Treasurer’s Office for a duplicate copy. They can be reached
at 734- 676-4422 ext. 220 and 222. Your summer tax bill is due September
14th. You will be assessed a penalty after September 14th of 1% per calendar
month. Any questions regarding the specific language on your bill will
be formally addressed at the August 8th Township Board meeting or can
be addressed individually at the Treasurer’s Office.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
The Wayne County Department of Environment is hosting a Household Hazardous
Waste Collection Saturday August 6, 2005 from 8am to 2pm a the Redford
Public Services building located at 12200 Beech Daly Road. If you have
any questions please contact them at 734.326.3936.
10 Foods you should Never Eat
Nutrition magazine recently provided an interesting list to its readers
of the 10 foods you should never eat. They are as follows with great sur
names.
- Pepperidge Farm Original Flaky Crust Roasted Chicken Pot Pie –
“Artery Crust”
- McDonalds Chicken Selects Breast Strips – “Strip Tease”
- Cheesecake Factory’s Original Cheesecake – “Factory
Reject”
- Callenders Herb Roasted Chicken and Mashed Potatoes – “Discomfort
Food”
- Mrs. Fields Milk Chocolate and Walnut Cookies – “Out
in Left Field”
- Starbucks Venti Stawberries and Crème – “Starbuck
on Steroids”
- Burger King French Fries – “Coronary King”
- Campbell’s Red/White Label condensed soup – “Salt’s
On!”
- Swoops Hershey’s Candy – “Oops!”
- Haagen Daz Mint Chip Dazzler – “Razzle, Dazzle ‘em.”
Community Development Update - 2005 June Update
New Construction: 1
Additions: 4
Remodel Repairs: 5
Swimming Pool: 2
Fences: 9
New Homes (this year) 5
# of inspections : 36
Electrical Permit: 18
# of electrical inspections 26
Total Monthly Revenue Received $23,836.32
Loyal to the End
For years an Akita named Hachiko followed his master Professor Eisaburo
Ueno to the Shibuya Train Station in Tokyo then waited at the station
until the professor returned from work at night. In 1925 Ueno died at
the University and never returned home. Hachiko waited at the train station
until midnight and then returned the next day and waited again. He returned
to wait for his master every day until he died in1934 nine years after
the death of his owner.
Hachiko’s loyalty made him famous throughout Japan and when he
died a statute honoring him was erected in Shibuya Station. The Station
has held an annual memorial service ever since.
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questions or comments regarding the information provided in this E Update,
or other questions related to the Township, please feel free to contact
Supervisor Kobiljak at KurtK@grosseile.com
or at his Township Office 734-676-4422 Ext. 215
A Good Dad Saying
“A positive, happy attitude is like a skipping stone: it will carry
you lightly over deep water.”
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