12th Precinct Neighborhood Coalition

Fw: Deconstruction Symposium

2012-02-16T17:35:00.001-05:00

I only found this today, so

hope it's better late than never.

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: Dalton Roberson <DRoberson@mi-community.org>
To: Shamyle Nesfield <SNesfield@mi-community.org>
Sent: Thu, February 9, 2012 4:04:58 PM
Subject: Deconstruction Symposium

Dear Friends,

Several of you, who were in attendance at last night's Vacant Property Coalition meeting, expressed an interest in learning more about the demolition alternative, deconstruction, as a way to bring down blighted, abandoned properties and possibly create job training and economic development opportunities. In response to your questions regarding deconstruction, we, Michigan Community Resources, would like to share with you information about an upcoming deconstruction symposium that may prove informative.

The seminar being hosted by Henry Ford Community College will take place on Friday February 17^th, 2012 between 8:30am and 5:00pm. There is a registration cost of $30.00 per person and $15.00 for students. For more information or to register for the symposium call (313) 831-6100.

For additional details please see the attached flyer.

Dalton Roberson, Jr.

Education and Outreach Manager

Michigan Community Resources (formerly Community Legal Resources)

615 Griswold Suite 1805, Detroit, MI 48226

T: 313 962 3171 I Direct: 313 969 7197 I F: 313 962 0797

droberson@mi-community.org I www.clronline.org

ENJOY THE WINTERY BEAUTY OF Palmer PARK: Free Family Fun

2012-02-16T12:51:00.001-05:00

ENJOY THE WINTERY BEAUTY OF Palmer PARK: Free Family Fun

People for Palmer Park WINTER FEST
Saturday, February 25
12 noon-4 pm, snow or shine!
Detroit’s Palmer Park
Parking and event check-in @ Chess Row area, Merrill Plaisance, between 6 & 7 Mile Roads

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING & SNOW-SHOEING or HIKING
Weather permitting; REI is donating cross-country ski & snow-shoe rental. For all skill levels & most ages; adult guardian for those under 18. If no snow, hiking in wooded trails.

SNOW CREATION-MAKING 1 & 3 pm
Gather natural, biodegradable items like sticks and pine cones, and bring carrots and such for decorating our snow creations.
Arts & crafts projects if there’s no snow

HORSE SLEIGH/CARRIAGE RIDES
Horse drawn rides in Victorian sleighs or carriages through the woods.

ICE SKATING
The pond is not ready this year, but we hope to flood a smaller area of the park to use for our ice rink. Bring your own skates in case the ice and weather cooperate.
Warm up at the bonfires and toast marshmallows!

For purchase: FOOD & BEVERAGES
A festival would not be complete without delicious refreshments. Look for the Pink Flamingo’s famous Silver Airstream trailer. Chef Kristyn Koth will have healthy and tummy-warming treats from hot chocolate, chili and grilled cheese to chocolate pudding, cookies and brownies. Yum!

DOGGIE FASHION PARADE 2 pm
Free daycare prizes from Canine to Five for all! Plus prizes from RazorK9 Dog Training, Scrubbers, Detroit K-9 Pet Supplies, others.
Every pooch is a winner. Register your dogs for the cat walk now!

Plus more wintery surprises!
Like us on Facebook; follow us on Twitter
Visit: www.peopleforpalmerpark.org
Info & to register your dog, email: info@peopleforpalmerpark.org

Thank you sponsors & donors: City of Detroit, REI, Savon Foods on Livernois, Canine to Five Detroit, Detroit Golf Club, Malino Construction & Shelborne Development, Mike’s Fresh Market, RazorK9 Dog Training, Scrubbers, Detroit K-9 Pet Supplies

City Council discussion on the future of minor home repair

2012-02-16T06:24:00.000-05:00

fwd:

Hello.

The City Council Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee is scheduled

to hold a discussion regarding the future of minor home repair tomorrow

Thursday February 16, 2012 at 10:30 AM in the City Council Standing Committee Room, 13th floor, Coleman A. Young Municipal Center.

This is a discussion and not a public hearing.

Please call me if you have any questions 313-224-7888.

Thank you.

Christopher J. Gulock, AICP
City Planner
City Planning Commission
202 Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 224-7888 phone
(313) 224-4336 fax
chris@cncl.ci.detroit.mi.us

FW: How to Make Neighborhood Watch Work For You!

2012-02-15T08:38:00.001-05:00

The National Sheriff’s Association (NSA) established the National Neighborhood Watch Program in 1972. What started out as a relationship between residents and local law enforcement officials has evolved into something much larger: a proactive, committed, and passionate force of citizens aided by law enforcement officials. Simply put, the Neighborhood Watch program is something more than “target hardening” or making your home more difficult to burglarize. Residents do not just lock their doors, put a chain and lock around the front gates, and ride out the storm of criminals to follow. Instead, it is becoming more and more common for citizens to come together to stop crime dead in its tracks, before it expresses itself as robberies, burglaries, and motor vehicle theft. But you may be asking yourself, “How can I take part in Neighborhood Watch?” Thankfully, the long history of the program has provided several examples that can be applied to almost any block, neighborhood, or community. Please look over the following recommendations and make every possible attempt to incorporate them into your daily lives.

• Keep porch and garage lights on at night to eliminate the cover of darkness.

• Vacant buildings, overgrown lots, abandoned cars, and other physical conditions contribute to higher crime rates. Take the time to join cleanups, trim grass, and report abandoned vehicles.

• Use available crime statistics (See www.crimemapping.com) to gather information. This will allow you to identify “hot spots” and concentrate your crime prevention efforts.

• Incorporate seniors and members of the community that spend large amounts of time in their homes as “window watchers.” They can report information to block captains or the police.

• Link up with existing organizations or monthly meetings (e.g., the Neighborhood Safety Meeting) to exchange helpful crime prevention information.

• Work with local police departments to take your Neighborhood Watch to the next level. Contact your local district’s community relation’s officer (*6th/8th Precinct: (313) 596-5600).

• Neighborhood Watch groups work with the police; they are NOT vigilantes who try to enforce the law themselves. Instead, they are the eyes and ears of the community, on guard to alert the police of any and all suspicious activity. Contact Crime Prevention Coordinator Austin Grout with any questions at--agrout@grandmontrosedale.com or (313) 387-4732 Ex. 109.1

All information for this piece was provided in the National Crime Prevention Council (2012) article Neighborhood Watch and can be retrieved at: http://www.ncpc.org/topics/home-and-neighborhoodsafety/neighborhood-watch

How to Make Neighborhood Watch Work for You!!!

By GRDC Crime Prevention Coordinator Austin Grout

From: James Ward [mailto:jamesawardjr@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 14, 2012 9:19 PM
To: James Ward
Subject: How to Make Neighborhood Watch Work For You!

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From: Austin Grout <austin.james.grout@gmail.com>

Neighborhood Watch is one of many community-led initiatives that may help reduce crime. Attached is a document outlining some elements of Neighborhood Watch and how to apply them to your individual block or throughout the community at large. Please take the time to look over the article and send any feedback to Crime Prevention Coordinator Austin Grout at agrout@grandmontrosedale.com

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FW: UAW Vote Center – There's No Place like Home - Housing Information for Community - PDF Flyer attached

2012-02-13T11:26:00.001-05:00

Please share….

From: Michael Joseph [mailto:mjoseph@uaw.net]
Sent: Monday, February 13, 2012 11:15 AM
Subject: UAW Vote Center – There's No Place like Home - Housing Information for Community - PDF Flyer attached

Reminder

"THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME!"

Housing Information for the purchase and protection of your home

Thursday, February 16th -

You can attend either sessions - free

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM or 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

UAW VOTE CENTER

15757 Livernois - Detroit

Experts from Michigan, Wayne County, and City of Detroit

DTE and THAW

How to apply for Michigan and HUD financing

Advice for 1st time Homebuyers

Home Improvement grants

Fighting foreclosures & avoiding mortgage scams

Call 313- 833-2948 to pre-register

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2012-02-12T12:19:00.000-05:00

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Crime Alert

2012-02-10T20:51:00.001-05:00

fwd:

Thursday night, February 10, 2012. Someone threw a brick into the driver's side window, unlatched the hood and ripped the battery from my car.
My car (1995 black Neon) was parked on the street, at the side of my home. Pinehurst and Santa Clara. This happened between 12 midnight and 3:00am. No one heard or saw anything.
So please, if you have a garage keep your car in it.

Voting in the Primary, Detroit Circles and more on REGION 1A ON THE RADIO

2012-02-08T10:11:00.001-05:00

WDRJ 1440 AM TODAY AT NOON!

Join UAW Region 1A Director Rory Gamble and Pastor Ovella Andreas on "Labor Day" on "The Best of Detroit Gospel".

Today's guest are Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey and UAW Vice President Jimmy Settles.

You can also listen on line at http://1440wdrj.com/ or on the iPhone with the WDRJ iPhone App located in the iTunes App store. You can also go to iTunes WDRJ Mobile Streaming for Android, Blackberry Bold, Nokia Symbian.

1440 AM WDRJ Every Wednesday at Noon. Make sure you listen in and tell a friend

FW: (DCAD) Detroit Communities Against Diabetes Healthy Taste Sampler

2012-02-08T09:22:00.001-05:00

Please support as a healthy community is a sustainable community!

From: Tanika Sikes [mailto:tsikes@nkfm.org]
Subject: (DCAD) Detroit Communities Against Diabetes Healthy Taste Sampler

Experience a Taste of Good Health

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We All Can Prevent Diet-Related Diseases

Come Share & Learn….

Sample Healthier Versions of the Foods You Love

We are honored to have Mr. James Hooks, owner of Metro Foodland as a featured speaker at our DCAD (Detroit Communities Against Diabetes) meeting on February 9^th 2012. Mr. Hooks will share his recipe for business success, as well as give insight on how to fight health disparities by behavior modification and by supporting community food networks that have a vested interest in making fresh fruits and vegetables, and healthy produce available to the community. Metro Foodland’s Healthy Rewards program is having a huge impact in the community. Many have won prizes, and points towards free groceries. However, the greatest reward of them all has been better health.

Come Be A Part of The Solution!

Fw: Districts for Council elections

2012-02-07T22:08:00.001-05:00

Attachment includes more town meetings and

a link to Option 5, comparing with

the City Planning Dept's 4 Options.

Share the info, please.

Make your views known by attending one.

Thank you,

Karen

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: Frank &/or Karen Hammer <fkhammer@ameritech.net>
To:
Sent: Tue, February 7, 2012 10:04:03 PM
Subject: Districts for Council elections

Dear Detroit citizens,

Listed in the attachment are the remaining town hall meetings

schedule by City Council, Gary Brown, et. al.

Also the link to Option 5- and the additional criteria they

used to get to it.

Share widely and make your voice known...

Thanks,

Karen

UAW Region 1A on the Radio

2012-02-07T17:36:00.001-05:00

Tune in Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Best of Detroit Gospel "Labor Day!"

Host: Rory Gamble and Pastor Ovella

Noon to 12:30 pm

Wednesday, February 8th

Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey

UAW VP Jimmy Settles

1440 AM WDRJ Every Wednesday at Noon. Make sure you listen in and tell a friend

Update: "Virtual Precinct"

2012-02-07T09:57:00.001-05:00

Thanks to our community resident who shared this summary!

Curious about "Virtual Precinct?"

As of mid-day today, the Board of Police Commissioners endorsed the concept.

Contrary to many reports, precincts are not shutting down from 4:00PM-8:00PM. There just will no longer be the same number of officers at the desk to take reports.

What is happening is this: A new "Virtual Precinct" is in operation effective tomorrow. (Think of it as a new "telephone precinct").

the TCRU (telephone crime reporting unit) has been expanded to handle calls at the 313-267-4600 number, in use for some years.
Restricted duty police officers are handling calls unitl the new TCO's (telephone crime operators) are hired and trained.
All calls to 267-4600 are recorded (and the expectation is that complaints about performance can be more effectively addressed)
Stolen vehicle reports can now be made by phone. This has long been requested by people who have their vehicles stolen. (Just be sure to have all your paperwork in hand when you call--insurance, registration, driver's license, financing papers, etc).
Every precinct has had a new set of direct connect telephones installed in the lobby to minimize time spent waiting to make a report.
Calls can be made from any telephone.

The police department has been assessing the use of this idea at the Northeastern District for the past month. The following details were noted during this pilot project.

70.5% reduction in emergency overtime
44.4 % increase in reports of automobile accidents by phone.
a significant increase in phone reports from week 1 to week 2 of the pilot project
the heaviest call period from 2:00PM-6:00PM.
average wait time. 20 seconds
calls length--1 to 30 minutes, as necessary
100-150 additional officers will now be available for "street" duty at no additional cost to the department
no complaints were filed about the use of this system at Northeastern District

FYI:

CRISNET is the term Detroit police use to refer to a filed police report
new telephone prompts will be installed on the phone systems to improve the process
calls made to 911 that don't require response on scene by officers will be transferred to TCRU. (This should help make people more comfortable if they aren't sure if a problem actually qualifies as an emergency).
Stations will still be open 24/7 for all other business. This includes visitation transfers of children (custodial to non-custodial parent), visits of lawyers and/or family to people being held at the precinct.
Laid-off city employees are eligible to apply for the TCO positions.
ALL PRECINCTS ARE STILL "IN BUSINESS" AS COMMUNITY CENTERS FOR SCHEDULED MEETINGS.
a video, explaining "Virtual Precinct" is in development
at the March 8 community session of the Board of Police Commissioners, the police department will present an update of the opearation of this program over the next month.

Everyone involved in implementation of this new plan is aware that there will be some glitches. The department expects that very soon the bugs will be worked out.

Thanks to Sgt. Bledsoe,12th Precinct Community Relations. for forwarding notice of the meeting of the Board of Police Commissioners. The presentation today was by far the most complete presentation of this program to date.

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2012-02-06T22:53:00.001-05:00

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Virtual Precincts (Detroit Police)

2012-02-06T18:26:00.000-05:00

Curious about "Virtual Precinct?"

As of mid-day today, the Board of Police Commissioners endorsed the concept.

Contrary to many reports, precincts are not shutting down from 4:00PM-8:00PM. There just will no longer be the same number of officers at the desk to take reports.

What is happening is this: A new "Virtual Precinct" is in operation effective tomorrow. (Think of it as a new "telephone precinct").

the TCRU (telephone crime reporting unit) has been expanded to handle calls at the 313-267-4600 number, in use for some years.
Restricted duty police officers are handling calls unitl the new TCO's (telephone crime operators) are hired and trained.
All calls to 267-4600 are recorded (and the expectation is that complaints about performance can be more effectively addressed)
Stolen vehicle reports can now be made by phone. This has long been requested by people who have their vehicles stolen. (Just be sure to have all your paperwork in hand when you call--insurance, registration, driver's license, financing papers, etc).
Every precinct has had a new set of direct connect telephones installed in the lobby to minimize time spent waiting to make a report.
Calls can be made from any telephone.

The police department has been assessing the use of this idea at the Northeastern District for the past month. The following details were noted during this pilot project.

70.5% reduction in emergency overtime
44.4 % increase in reports of automobile accidents by phone.
a significant increase in phone reports from week 1 to week 2 of the pilot project
the heaviest call period from 2:00PM-6:00PM.
average wait time. 20 seconds
calls length--1 to 30 minutes, as necessary
100-150 additional officers will now be available for "street" duty at no additional cost to the department
no complaints were filed about the use of this system at Northeastern District

FYI:

CRISNET is the term Detroit police use to refer to a filed police report
new telephone prompts will be installed on the phone systems to improve the process
calls made to 911 that don't require response on scene by officers will be transferred to TCRU. (This should help make people more comfortable if they aren't sure if a problem actually qualifies as an emergency).
Stations will still be open 24/7 for all other business. This includes visitation transfers of children (custodial to non-custodial parent), visits of lawyers and/or family to people being held at the precinct.
Laid-off city employees are eligible to apply for the TCO positions.
ALL PRECINCTS ARE STILL "IN BUSINESS" AS COMMUNITY CENTERS FOR SCHEDULED MEETINGS.
a video, explaining "Virtual Precinct" is in development
at the March 8 community session of the Board of Police Commissioners, the police department will present an update of the opearation of this program over the next month.

Everyone involved in implementation of this new plan is aware that there will be some glitches. The department expects that very soon the bugs will be worked out.

FW: Meeting With Senator Virgil Smith

2012-02-06T11:48:00.001-05:00

One of the 12^th Precinct NEIGHBORHOOD Coalition goals is a healthy, vital residential community, in that effort, there are several groups working to ensure education and awareness for healthy lifestyles. Government policy has a direct impact on our health, well-being and choices! Please join in this conversation. Details listed…..

LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD

DCAD Policy & Communications Workgroup is proud to host Senator Virgil Smith

Friday, February 17, 2012 at 11:00AM

Northwest Activities Center

18100 Meyers Road, Detroit, MI 48235

Detroit Communities Against Diabetes (DCAD) strives to promote health equity in Detroit through policy-making, environmental changes, community awareness, and action by developing resources through strategic collaboration. Our vision for the future is (HEALED) Health, Equity, Access, Learning, Empowerment in Detroit.

The Meeting With Senator Smith Will Focus Only On The Strategic Plan Objectives Under N8

Identify at least 3 corner stores interested in selling fresh, healthy foods

Work with stores to determine best choices of fresh, healthy foods to offer/ possibly work with

farmers (markets)?

Marketing plan completed (for stores to increase awareness of healthy offerings)

Informal evaluation of success of fresh healthy food sales/profit is complete

Develop one-pager to increase participation and market to additional corner stores in NW Detroit

Identify at least 10 total corner stores interested in participating in fresh healthy food initiative.

Roll out campaign in additional corner stores in NW Detroit. Target = 3 additional stores/year

Identified Objectives for Questions and Concerns

To reduce the amount of liquor stores in the community
Rally for mandates that would require more accessibility to fresh fruits and vegetables
Good Jobs Good Food Act- they want to insure that the community has input on a liquor license holder’s compliance with food safety and workplace standards by permitting submission of written comments by the public.
Liquor license quotas (working to cap how many stores can obtain them within a zone)
Questions on the Urban Farm Bill (which is sponsored by Senator Smith)
EBT misusage- gas stations are allowed to be Bridge Card Vendors with only minimum requirements for providing fresh fruits and vegetables (sometimes gas stations have only three bananas with endless junk food for students to purchase on the Bridge Card)
Store Inspections- not done enough in Detroit as many stores are in violation of state and city codes.

Please send questions/concerns regarding the identified objectives to Tanika Sikes at the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan at tsikes@nkfm.org by February 6, 2011

Subject: Meeting With Senator Virgil Smith

All,

DCAD Policy and Communications Workgroup will host a meeting with Senator Virgil Smith on Friday, February 17, 2012 at 11:00am at the Northwest Activities Center. Prior to the meeting we are giving our DCAD members, partners, and supporters the opportunity to voice any questions or concerns that they may have for Senator Smith, regarding the attached objectives in the strategic plan. Please take the time to review and respond via email with your questions or concerns by February 06, 2012.

Thank you for your vested interest in making our community healthy and vibrant. Our joint efforts will undoubtedly insure we achieve our mission to fight against health disparities in Detroit.

Warm Regards,

Tanika S. Sikes

DCAD

National Kidney Foundation of Michigan

1900 East Jefferson, Suite 222 Detroit, Michigan 48207

PH.734.222.9800

FX.734.2229801

tsikes@nkfm.org

Living Healthy By All Means Nececcary J

FW: Building A Better City Council by District Map | The Common Denominator - Data Driven Detroit Newsletter

2012-02-06T08:44:00.001-05:00

FYI – be informed before the council votes….

From: James Ward [mailto:jamesawardjr@gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, February 05, 2012 10:21 PM
To: James Ward
Subject: Building A Better City Council by District Map | The Common Denominator - Data Driven Detroit Newsletter

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Marie Handley <phandley01@comcast.net>

Greetings, Jim,

I've attached the website for Data Driven Detroit's suggestion of a fifth option for dividing the city into council districts. Drawings of the four options submitted by the city planning commission were in last Sunday's Free Press. The D3 website includes access to these options. Four public meetings have been planned for citizen input of the various options. The first meeting was last Friday. Dates, times and locations for the remaining three meetings are also on the website.

The three remaining meetings will all be held this week: tomorrow, February 6, at 7 pm. at Second Ebenezer Church, 14601 Dequindre, Tuesday, February 7, at 7 pm at International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Hall, 1358 Abbott, and Friday, February 10, at 2 pm at St. Maron Center, 11466 Kercheval.

Council will make their decision about which division to support by Friday, February 17. There has been little notice about these meetings. An article in last Friday's Freep was the first that I knew about it. When I called the City Planning Commission last Monday, the person I spoke to had no specific dates to give me and told me that the first meeting would be in late February.

Could you please forward this email? I think it's critical that as many people as possible attend these meetings, asking questions about how their community and all communities will best be represented. The option suggested by Data Driven Detroit has some solid rationale.

Thanks, Jim. I appreciate you consideration of my request.

Marie Handley

http://newsletter.datadrivendetroit.org/2012/02/03/city-council-by-districts-building-a-better-district-map/

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (Steel street)

2012-02-05T16:30:00.001-05:00

On Friday (1-27-12), between 10:15 A.M. and 11:00 A.M., a home was broken into on Steel street, between W. Outer Dr. & St. Martins.

The Greenwich Park Association members (also CB Patrol members) who live at that address, noticed their trash can, was in an unusual spot, when they returned home. The husband warned the wife not to enter, when he noticed the kitchen window had been broken out. When the thief heard them, he exited from an upstairs window, then jumped-off the roof...running towards Appoline street.

Detroit Police responded within 20-minutes. Investigative Unit, later came out and took fingerprints.

Women's jewelry and other items were stolen.

FW: HOW TO APPEAL PROPERTY

2012-02-02T09:46:00.001-05:00

Please share with your communities….

From: Lolita Haley [mailto:lolitahaley@yahoo.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2012 12:31 PM
To: Biggers, Alicia (A.); Darrylyn Bowers; DON JOHNSON; Donna Harris; Clifford Appling; Lashelle Steward; Kim Tandy; Carol Conway; Sharon
Cc: Walt Cole
Subject: HOW TO APPEAL PROPERTY

Lolita Haley
Prime Financial Plus Realty
313-861-9626 office
313-340-1804 fax

FW: “City Council by Districts” THURSDAY -2

2012-01-31T12:11:00.001-05:00

Please share this opportunity to learn more about the proposed city council districts for Detroit.

From: bagleycommunitycouncil@googlegroups.com [mailto:bagleycommunitycouncil@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Lee
Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 11:24 AM
To: bagleycommunitycouncil@googlegroups.com
Subject: Re: [Bagley Community Council] "City Council by Districts" THURSDAY -2

V.O.I.C.E.S. of Metropolitan Detroit
Panel Discussion
"City Council by Districts"
How does this affect you?
Judge Deborah Thomas - Moderator

ELKS METROPOLITAN LODGE
50 East Manchester @ Woodward Avenue
Highland Park, Michigan 48203
Thursday – February 2
5:00 PM until 7:00 PM

PROGRAM FACILITATORS:
Maurice Badgett: badgettjr@sbc.net/// 313.412.7955
Orelia Brown: oreliab@yahoo.com/// 313.459.5003
Valerie Glenn: valerie.together.we.can@gmail.com/// 313.974.1610

HTC-MALL.COM
Lee Gaddies President of the Bagley Community Council inc.
representing 5,500 households of North West Detroit.

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FW: [Lee Gaddies] City Council Elections by District | Data Driven Detroit

2012-01-30T09:13:00.000-05:00

Good information to know regarding the upcoming City Council vote on districts. The vote is scheuduled for Friday, Feb 17^th. Be informed.

From: Lee Gaddies [mailto:friendsofgaddies@gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 29, 2012 11:25 AM
To: abiggers3@comcast.net
Subject: [Lee Gaddies] City Council Elections by District | Data Driven Detroit

City Council Elections by District | Data Driven Detroit: Currently, Detroit City Council members are elected at-large. However, the Detroit Charter has been modified to require districts, and new apportion of city council seats needs to take place. Data Driven Detroit is informing the process with demographic data and analysis. We were not involved in drawing the district lines, that lies with City Council and City Planning Commission Staff. We are currently supporting the public process with pertinent data, mapping, and analysis.

Maps of the 4 Options for the Proposed City Council Districts

The following maps are from the Detroit Free Press based on the January 23, 2012 City Planning Commission’s 4 maps presented to City Council

Option 1 Option 2

Option 3 Option 4

D3 Analysis of City Planning Commission Options

Data Matrix of Population and Deviation Analysis for all 4 Options PDF XLS
Compactness Matrix of 4 Tests for Compactness for all 4 Options PDF XLS
Graph Reports (PDF) Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4
Data Summary PL File: Race, Hispanic, Voting Age, and Housing of all 4 Options XLS
Data Summary SF1 & ACS File: Population, Voting Age, Race, Hispanic, Income, Education, Poverty PDF XLSX (Coming Soon)
Incumbent City Council Members locations (August, 2011) PDF
Detroit Election Precincts PDF
Detroit Target Investment Areas PDF (Coming Soon)
Detroit Community Development Organizations (CDOs) PDF (Coming Soon)
GIS file of 4 Options Boundaries SHP (Coming Soon)

Other Maps Relevant to the Boundary Drawing Process

Dot Maps for Race and Ancestry

· Population by Race

o Detroit

§ All Races

§ Minority (Groups less than the Majority Group: Hispanic, Asian, & White)
Maps with District Lines and Minority Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4

§ Single Maps by Race: Hispanic Black Asian White

o Tri-County (Wayne, Oakland, Macomb)

§ All Races (large file size): All Minority (Groups less than the Majority Group: Black, Hispanic, & Asian)

§ Single Maps by Race: Hispanic Black Asian White

· Population by Ancestry

o Detroit

§ Single Ancestry Maps: Asian Indian Bangladeshi Central American Chinese Filipino Korean Mexican Pakistani Puerto Rican

City Government Maps

January 23, 2012 Maps from City Council website created by City Planning Commission Staff
Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4

January 22, 2012 PDF Preliminary Draft Maps
January 20, 2012 PDF Preliminary Draft Maps from City published in Riley Article

Other Relevant Maps
August, 2010 Large City Map of Suggested Districts Blank Map to design your own Districts Previous work by Rochelle Riley (in collaboration from Vince Keenan and Kurt Metzger) is re-published here with permission from the Free Press.
May, 2011 Wayne County Apportionment Commission – D3 was the Technical Consultant for the Commission. There are County wide maps and data here under Staff Plans.
Download the D3 Apportionment Map Packets:
1) State Congressional Plan 2) MCRC Congressional Plan 3) Michigan Senate Plan 4) Michigan House Plan

· D3 THOUGHTS

· When Demographic Analysis Causes Concern January 18, 2012

In late December, the Census Bureau released its latest population estimates for the nation and states. Since Michigan was the only state to lose population over the last decade, but appeared to be c […Click title to read on]

· Another Nail in the Regional Transit Coffin December 28, 2011

Just as I was making a partial recovery from the news of the Light Rail project cancellation, and fighting myself not to send a diatribe to the newspapers, I was greeted with the not wholly unexpected […Click title to read on]

· Michigan Will Never Prosper When Politics Drives Every Decision! December 22, 2011

You would think that gerrymandering the 14 remaining U.S. Congressional Districts and diluting Latino representation in both the Michigan House and Senate districts in Detroit (maps are available thro […Click title to read on]

· Detroit Children and Families Lose Once Again September 11, 2011

As Steve Neavling reported on September 9, “The City of Detroit chose not to apply for a $7.5-million grant that would have helped serve 1,500 low-income children through the education program Head St […Click title to read on]

· Southeast Oakland County Gets It -Why Can’t Michigan??? September 1, 2011

In spite of what I would term a clearly anti-gay posture on the part of politicians in Michigan, the 2010 U.S. Census shows that 21,782 same-sex couples call Michigan home, according to a report relea […Click title to read on]

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FW: Link of Resources that may be helpful for your portion of Survival Guide--Metro Detroit

2012-01-25T15:29:00.001-05:00

Current listings….

From: Arnold, Ebony
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 12:30 PM
To: Money, Winifred; Merritt, Karlton; Feaster, Bruce
Subject: Link of Resources that may be helpful for your portion of Survival Guide

Julie's List:

http://julieslist.homestead.com/

Adoption Resources

Adult Dental Resources

Adult Medical Resources

Adult FREE Medical Tests, Services & Treatments

Adult & Children's "Special Wish" Programs

AIDS & HIV Resources

Caregiver Support

Children & Adolescent Dental Resources (Including Orthodontics)

Children & Adolescent Medical & Wellness Resources

Child Support Resources

Chore Services (OR Other In-Home Help Services)

Clothing Distribution

Credit Counseling

Crime Victim & Notification Resources

Crisis Pregnancy & Pregnancy (Help For Keeping & Raising Your Baby)

Disability Resources

Domestic Abuse & Sexual Violence

Educational & Employment Training Programs

Emergency Housing Agencies

Emergency Travel Resources

Financial Assistance

Food Programs/ Distributions

Food Programs/"Soup Kitchens"

Food Programs/"Meals on Wheels"

Foster Youth

Grandparents As Caregivers Resources

Grief Support

Help with Rent & Mortgage Issues

Holiday Assistance

Home Furnishing Resources

Hospice Resources

Housing Resources (non-emergency)

Immigration Resources

Immunization Resources

Legal Resources

Learning Disability Resources

Literacy Programs

Low-cost Car & Car Repair Resources

Low-income Home Mortgage Assistance

Mental Health & Substance Abuse Resources

Mentoring Programs (for Youths) Resources

Organ Donation Resources

Parenting Resources

Prescription Resources

Prisoner & Parolee Resources

Runaway Help

Senior Citizen Resources

Services For Active-Duty Military Personnel And Their Families

Tax Services (FREE)

Transportation Resources

Utility Programs

Veteran (And Their Families) Resources

Vision & Hearing Resources

Weatherization Resources

Youth Programs (Including FREE & Low-Cost Summer Camps)

FW: (DCAD) Detroit Communities Against Diabetes Healthy Taste Sampler

2012-01-23T10:28:00.001-05:00

The 12^th Precinct Neighborhood Coalition is supporting the local focus on health by participating and supporting Detroit Communities Against Diabetes. If your calendar permits, please plan on attending Feb 9^th @ 11:30am @ Northwest Activities Center. Details listed….

From: Tanika Sikes [mailto:tsikes@nkfm.org]
Subject: (DCAD) Detroit Communities Against Diabetes Healthy Taste Sampler

Experience a Taste of Good Health

Sponsored by Whole Foods Market

We All Can Prevent Diet Related Diseases

Come Share & Learn….

Sample Healthier Versions of the Foods You Love

Tanika S. Sikes

DCAD

National Kidney Foundation of Michigan

1900 East Jefferson, Suite 222 Detroit, Michigan 48207

PH.734.222.9800

FX.734.2229801

tsikes@nkfm.org

Living Healthy By All Means Nececcary J

Save the date for Palmer Park Winter Festival - Sat Feb 25

2012-01-23T10:19:00.001-05:00

Great family fun event……

From: People for Palmer Park [mailto:info@peopleforpalmerpark.org]
Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2012 11:50 PM
To: abiggers3@comcast.net
Subject: Save the date for Palmer Park Winter Festival - Sat Feb 25

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First Annual Palmer Park Winter Festival

New date - Saturday, February 25, noon to 4 PM

ENJOY THE WINTERY BEAUTY OF THE PARK by joining us for OUR FIRST WINTER FESTIVAL! Plans are still underway, but we expect to offer the activities listed below. If you would like to get involved with the planning for this event, please email info@peopleforpalmerpark.org. A full schedule with times and locations will be available soon.

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING AND SNOW-SHOEING

To progress its stewardship goals, REI is donating cross-country ski and snow-shoe rental for our event and will be there from noon to 4 to help with fittings and provide demonstrations. Keep your fingers crossed for snow! We are hoping to have city residents who have never skied or used snow-shoes try these out and start thinking about how to use the park in the winter. We are still working out details, but depending on how many pieces of equipment REI is bringing out, we may have some guided tours through the wooded trails. If you have experience with cross- country skiing or snow-showing, we'd love for your help. We'll need help checking people in, too.

HORSE SLEIGH/CARRIAGE RIDES

We are renting horses and a sleigh/carriage for this event, and are expecting to have rides from noon to 4 pm. We would like all activities for this event to be free so we are currently working on sponsorship to cover this cost of this activity. If you have ideas or would like to donate for this event, please email info@peopleforpalmerpark.org. We'll need people to help checking people in and to keep things moving for this activity so we welcome volunteers!

DOGGIE FASHION SHOW

We are approaching Canine to Five and Pets Supplies Plus for possible prizes for a doggie fashion show. Start preparing your dogs for the cat walk now! More details to come.

SNOW CREATION - MAKING

We're gathering natural, biodegradable items like sticks and pine cones, and getting carrots and such for decorating. We will have an arts and crafts project to make from natural materials too, in the event that there isn't snow.

ICE SKATING

Many of us have fond memories of skating on the Palmer Park pond as children, and there has been much interest in bringing that back. Because of the reliance on below freezing weather over a period of time for ice skating on the pond, we are exploring flooding a smaller area of the park to use for ice skating for our first festival and we will explore the possibility of skating on the pond again in the future.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE VENDOR

We are working on arrangements with Pink Flamingo to sell food and beverages for the event. Check out an article about Pink Flamingo here.

Visit our website at www.peopleforpalmerpark.org.

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FW: City Briefs for February 2012

2012-01-23T09:55:00.001-05:00

Good information for our residents. Please share….

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Rose Love <LoveR@detroitmi.gov>
Date: Fri, Jan 20, 2012 at 6:28 PM
Subject: City Briefs for February 2012
To: Rose Love <LoveR@detroitmi.gov>

Happy New Year!!

Please see attached document containing the City Briefs for February 2012.

COMMUNITY ACCESS CENTERS TO OFFER TAX TUESDAY @ YOUR CAC TAX ASSISTANCE
SERVICE IN FEBRUARY

Community Access Centers will hold Tax Tuesday @ Your CAC in conjunction with the Accounting Aid Society. Citizens are invited to come to any Community Access Center where AAS representatives will file their federal, state and city taxes as well as their Earned Income Tax Credit. Eligibility for the free service is based on an annual household income of $25,000 and under for an individual, or $50,000 and under for a family (married couple or person with at least one dependent). Tax assistance is available from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the days listed below, but appointments are strongly encouraged. To make an appointment, call (313) 224-3450 or your local CAC.

Central CAC / February 7 / 2 Woodward Ave - Suite 106 / 224-2989

East CAC / February 21 / 7737 Kercheval / 628-2170
Northwest CAC/ February 14 / 19180 Grand River / 870-0649
Southwest CAC/ February 28 / 7744 W. Vernor / 628-2180

COMMUNITY ACCESS CENTERS TO PROCESS PROPERTY TAX/RENTER REBATES AND
HOME HEATING CREDIT IN FEBRUARY

The Community Access Centers will begin processing Property Tax/Renter's Rebates and the Home Heating Credit in February, Monday – Thursday, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the East and Southwest offices. The
Central and Northwest offices will process rebates and credits by appointment only.

CITY OF DETROIT TO OPEN DAYTIME RESPITE CENTERS DURING FRIGID
TEMPERATURES

When Detroit experiences extremely cold temperatures, the Detroit Recreation Department will operate two recreation centers as respite centers for residents to get heating bill relief. Individuals can dial down their furnaces and go to one of the two following centers during the day to help save on household energy expenses:

Lipke Recreation Center, 19320 Van Dyke (313) 628-2036
Tuesday - Friday 1 - 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Coleman Young Recreation Center, 2751 Robert Bradby (313) 628-0995
Tuesday - Friday 1 - 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

For more information about the respite centers, call (313) 224-1129.

DETROIT RECREATION CENTERS OFFER LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM

Don't swim but would love to learn how? The Detroit Recreation Department is currently offering Learn to Swim Programs at five Recreation Centers. The cost for the 10-week session is $10 for two, one-hour sessions per week through March 16. Please call the various centers listed below for the Learn to Swim Program days, times, and ages. Note: For each of the participating centers, swim lessons are offered during adult swim for 18 years and older upon request, and annual center membership is required for all ages.

Adams Butzel, 10500 Lyndon - 628-0990

Kemeny, 2260 S. Fort - 628-0956

Coleman A. Young, 2751 Robert Bradby - 628-0998

Heilmann, 19601 Crusade - 224-9334

Patton, 2301 Woodmere - 628-2000

DETROIT SENIOR/CONSUMER ADVOCACY DIVISION TO HOST HEALTHY HEARTS EDUCATIONAL FORUM FEB. 14

The City of Detroit Department of Human Services, Senior/Consumer Advocacy Division will host an educational forum on healthy hearts on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Northwest Activities Center - DeRoy Ballroom, 18100 Meyers Road at Curtis

Please call (313) 224-1000 to RSVP by Tuesday, Feb. 7.

Rose M. Love, APR
Supervising Publicist
Communications & Creative Services Division
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Avenue - Suite 526
Detroit, MI 48226

(313) 224-3757
(313) 224-1647 (Fax)

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FW: {GCA Crime Alerts} March, Rally & Prayer Vigil - Jan 29, 2012 @ 14528 & 14520 Southfield Rd. @ Lyndon!

2012-01-23T08:40:00.001-05:00

The Grandmont area has several drug houses that is fueling home invasions and other crime in the Grandmont Rosedale area. We are going to shut them down!!! Please come out and join us next Sunday, January 29, 2012 IN FRONT ON 14520 - 14528 SOUTHFIELD RD. All are asked to participate - women, too! Please forward this email to your family, neighbors and friends.

HELP KEEP GRANDMONT THE HOME OF GOOD NEIGHBORS!! See flyer below for further details:

FW: Break-in on Rosemont Today (Sat morn) PLUS IMP. TIPS FROM BLOCK CAPTAIN

2012-01-23T08:38:00.001-05:00

PLEASE READ AND IF YOUR COMMUNITY OR BLOCK DOES NOT HAVE AN ACTIVE RADIO PATROL/CITIZENS PATROL, THE 12^TH NEIGHBORHOOD COALITION STRONGLY RECOMMENDS YOU ORGANIZE ONE. IF YOU NEED HELP, JUST ASK!

From: James Ward [mailto:jamesawardjr@gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 22, 2012 4:31 PM
To: James Ward
Subject: Break-in on Rosemont Today (Sat morn) PLUS IMP. TIPS FROM BLOCK CAPTAIN

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From: <nancy2061@aol.com>
Date: Sun, Jan 22, 2012 at 9:52 AM
Subject: {GCA Crime Alerts} Fwd: Break-in on Rosemont Today (Sat morn) PLUS IMP. TIPS FROM BLOCK CAPTAIN
To: Nancy2061@aol.com

READ CAREFULLY WHAT JACQUIE SAYS BELOW!!

Also, everyone there was a break in on Artesian at around 5 pm a few days ago. A neighbor saw a red car in the driveway and the neighbor just thought the resident had gotten a new car. The neighbor also noticed that it was not the same license plate and not sure if they wrote that down. The perpetrators broke into the back door. The home did not have an alarm system. The perpetrators, as usual, went straight to the bedroom and got some jewelry.

As we are often told by the police, they will probably return now that they know the layout of the house and could see if there are any bigger items to get the next time. Time to do a review of your safety behaviors and whether you are ready for that alarm system and whether you have the home and cell phone numbers of your neighbors!

(Read below.)

So that makes three breakins in Rosedale Park over the past week or so. Hope everyone is watching and thinking seriously about letting us know if you wånt to sign up for Radio Patrol in your areas or if you just want to continue letting this type of criminal behavior go on without any attempt by us to limit it.

Also, make sure you notify someone in your community ASAP about any crimes so we can put that up on the Crime Alert Sites and keep all alerted as to what to watch for.

Remember that our Neighborhood Safety Meeting is coming up this Thursday, January 26th at 6 pm at the North Rosedale Community House on Scarsdale and Glastonbury. This is for ANY resident of Northwest Detroit. Police will be in attendance and in fact, Police Chief Godbee has accepted our invitation to attend. Come and LISTEN and LEARN. Refreshments will be provided.

Nancy

Sent: Sat, Jan 21, 2012 2:03 pm
Subject: Break-in on Rosemont Today (Sat morn)

Neighbors,

I was just informed several hours ago that our neighbors on Rosemont (betw. Lyndon and Acacia) had a break-in at their home this morning between 8-11a.m. Apparently the thugs entered through a rear window of their home on the east side of Rosemont near Lyndon. If anyone saw anything suspicious or knows anything about this matter, please contact me immediately! Thank you.

If you recall, there was a break-in earlier this week behind us on Ashton. However, it's not known at this time if the two break-ins are connected. Also, last week I contacted the police about two individuals who were going up and down Rosemont (same block) ringing doorbells. The two individuals seemed to fit the descriptions of perpetrators possibly involved in another B&E recently in our immediate neighborhood. We are aware of 2 suspected drug houses on the east side of the Southfield Fwy service drive just north of Lyndon. Grandmont Assoc. is organizing a rally/ prayer vigil on Sun., Jan 29th to bring attn. to this matter due to the increase in burglaries in our community, especially since these two homes started operating. (Please refer to an earlier e-mail from me today for more details.)

It's VERY IMPORTANT that we stick together and watch out for ourselves and our neighbors. It's not about whether or not our neighbors are "nosy". Rather, it's about being neighborly and doing the right thing. Remember, no man is an island unto himself! If you think you are, just give it time and see how long it lasts. It's important that you get to know your next door neighbors and get their tele #s for emergency purposes. It wouldn't hurt to know the neighbor in back of your house, either. This is just plain being safe and, possibly, being prepared in the event of the unforeseen occurring. Keep pen and paper handy in case you need to immediately jot down important info (ex., lic.plate # & type/ color of vehicle driven, description of perpetrators -clothing- height- approx weight-hair style- skin complexion, time of occurrence, exit route taken whether on foot or in a car, etc.).

Be CAREFUL, WATCHFUL, and PRAYERFUL!!

Jacquie

FW: CLUW attachments

2012-01-20T08:49:00.001-05:00

PLEASE SHARE…

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Kenneth Cockrel <Kenneth.Cockrel@detroitmi.gov>
Date: Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 10:52 AM
Subject: Fwd: CLUW attachments
To: James Ward <jamesawardjr@gmail.com>

Good morning. I'd appreciate if you'd forward this to your respective contacts. Thank you very much.

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Fw: State Fairgrounds property +

2012-01-19T20:09:00.001-05:00

Dear Coalition Members,

Please see the attached, as well as

FW: 2nd Annual City-Wide Block Club Meeting

2012-01-18T10:12:00.001-05:00

CORRECTION – DATE IS Thursday, February 9, 2012 @ 5:30PM @ Northwest Activity Center

From: The Detroit 300 [mailto:detroit300@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 10:09 AM
To: Biggers, Alicia (A.); jamesawardjr@gmail.com
Subject: 2nd Annual City-Wide Block Club Meeting

Mrs. Biggers,

The date/flyer has since been corrected and now reflects the correct date of Thursday, February 9, 2012.

ALL Block Clubs and Neighborhood Organizations are invited. Let's Take Back Our Community Together As One!!!

Click to register: http://www.thedetroit300.org/

The Detroit 300

1000 River Place Drive

Detroit, MI 48207

313-826-2040 (Office)

313-826-8662 (Crisis Line)

TheDetroit300@gmail.com

www.TheDetroit300.org

Re: FW: ATTENTION ALL BLOCK CLUBS & NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS IN DETROIT

2012-01-18T09:54:00.001-05:00

Greetings,

Pastor Orvella Andreas of United Communities of America is the Detroit pastor who has spearheaded a campaign of stopping vviolence in the metropolitan DDetroit area. A resolution from the Detroit City Council kicked off her crusade last year asking the community to make the 22nd of each month violence free..."Thou Shall Not Kill".

She has held several events around Detroit and its suburbs for victims of violence and prevention of violence. This Sunday, January 22nd, the UCOA is sponsoring a motorcade and rally. The motorcade will begin at Woodward and Adams, in front of Central United Methodist Church. The motorcade will travel down Woodward to Fellowship Chapel, 7707 West Outer Drive,

The motorcade and rally will be attended by funeral home owners who are fed up with the violence as well as community organizations like Crime Busters and Detroit 300. Detroit City Council woman JoAnn Watson, Rev. Wendell Anthony , UAW Region 1A Director Rory Gamble, and Pastor Orevlla will be speaking.

Please drive your vehicles with their headlights on. Call 313-358-7009 for more information.

Motorcade commercial: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LggM5F8O9I0&feature=youtu.be I0

FW: ATTENTION ALL BLOCK CLUBS & NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS IN DETROIT

2012-01-18T08:33:00.000-05:00

PLEASE ADD to your calendar and share with others…

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From: The Detroit 300 <detroit300@gmail.com>

======================================================================

To All Block Clubs & Neighborhood Associations in Detroit,

We are writing you on the behalf of The Detroit 300, a community based Michigan non-profit organization (EIN 27-3729125) that focuses on eradicating crime in Detroit neighborhoods. The Detroit 300’s sole purpose is to assist neighborhoods in preventing crime, apprehending criminal suspects and empowering community residents with evidence-based practices that have resulted in a perpetual 100% success rate. We are especially focused on providing a healthy, safe, crime free environment for elders, women and children. Our efforts have been applauded by the Mayor, Police Chief, Wayne County Sheriff and saluted statewide and nationally.

On February 9, 2012, The Detroit 300 will be hosting its 2^ndAnnual City-Wide Block Club Meeting at the Northwest Activity Center Auditorium/Ballroom, located at 18100 Meyers Rd. Many block clubs participated last year and have commented on the usefulness of such a meeting/event. We look forward to your commitment this year - we expect more than six hundred citizens in attendance at this FREE event.

We will also be revealing our new gift to you: a FREE manual (How To Secure & Take Back Your Neighborhood: A Community's Proven Methods to Reducing Crime), which will only be available for distribution at the above event.

Thank you for considering our request. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact us at 313-826-2040 or 313-826-8662. PLEASE REGISTER YOUR ORGANIZATION AT detroit300@gmail.com.

Respectfully,

Raphael B. Johnson, MALS Angelo B. Henderson,BA, Pulitzer Prize Winner President/CoFounder VP of Marketing/Co-Founder

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Fw: Detroit HAS a future...

2012-01-17T12:25:00.001-05:00

We ALL could benefit from this...

Karen

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From: Frank &/or Karen Hammer <fkhammer@ameritech.net>
To: Mayor Bing <Dave.Bing@detroitmi.gov>
Cc: Charles Pugh <councilpresidentpugh@detroitmi.gov>; "Councilmember Kenneth V. Cockrel, Jr." <CockrelK@kcockrel.ci.detroit.mi.us>; Councilperson Saunteel Jenkins <CouncilMemberJenkins@detroitmi.gov>; Councilman Kwame Kenyatta <K-Kenyatta_mb@detroitmi.gov>; Councilmember James Tate <councilmembertate@detroitmi.gov>; Councilwoman JoAnn Watson <WatsonJ@detroitmi.gov>; Councilman Andre Spivey <councilmanspivey@detroitmi.gov>; Councilwoman Brenda Jones <Bjones_mb@cncl.ci.detroit.mi.us>; Gary Brown <gary@garybrown4detroit.com>
Sent: Tue, January 17, 2012 12:21:58 PM
Subject: Detroit HAS a future...

Dear Elected Officials,

If it's jobs in the city you want, plus creating small sustainable businesses,

plus both the municipality and its residents benefiting-- immediately and for the

long term-- then please see the attached article.

This is the future of our city's financial health, physical health and

employment of its citizens. It attracts more green industry to the

city and area. This also reduces the carbon footprint of Detroit

almost immediately, and continues to do so-- an added benefit

of healing the planet as a whole.

Thank you for your time and consideration,

Karen Hammer,

Greenacres-Woodward Civic Association

FW: MLK MARCH AT KING HIGH SCHOOL

2012-01-13T12:17:00.001-05:00

In case you don't have plans for honoring MLK, here is something to consider….

From: Michael Joseph [mailto:mjoseph@uaw.net]
Subject: MLK MARCH AT KING HIGH SCHOOL

[Biggers, Alicia (A.)]

Please share with your community groups and block clubs….

MLK MARCH AT KING HIGH SCHOOL

2012-01-13T11:46:00.001-05:00

Please share with your community groups and block clubs….

FW: URGENT!!! Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) / Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) Proposal Writing Workshops (TIME SENSITIVE INFO)

2012-01-11T14:10:00.001-05:00

PLEASE SHARE – THIS WEEK!

From: James Ward [mailto:jamesawardjr@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 6:23 PM
To: James Ward
Subject: URGENT!!! Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) / Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) Proposal Writing Workshops (TIME SENSITIVE INFO)

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Reginald Alexander <AlexanderR@detroitmi.gov>

Dear Fellow Detroiter,

Please see the attached document for information on two (2) 2012-13 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) / Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) Proposal Writing Workshops taking place THIS WEEK:

First meeting:
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 from 1:30-3:30pm in the Erma L. Henderson Auditorium - 13th Floor CAYMC Building - 2 Woodward, Detroit MI

Second Meeting:
Saturday, January 14, 2012 from 9am-12pm at the Wayne County Community College District (Eastern Campus) - 5901 Conner Detroit , MI .

During these workshops you will be able to review the new 2012-13 CDBG/NOF application, learn the process for CDBG/NOF funding and which activities are eligible for funding. If you have any questions, please call the City Planning Commission at 313-224-6225 or the Planning & Development Department at 313-224-6380.

You may register on the day of the event but...

ATTENDANCE AT ONE OF THESE WORKSHOPS IS MANDATORY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ANY FUNDING

Yours for a Better Detroit,

Councilman James Tate

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FW: DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE & REHAB GRANTS

2012-01-11T13:54:00.001-05:00

Please share with your community groups and block clubs….

From: Kenneth Scott [mailto:kenlscott@sbcglobal.net]
Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2012 1:59 AM
To: KENNETH L SCOTT
Subject: DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE & REHAB GRANTS

CITIZENS BANK, in conjuction Detroit Project Works, will be conducting a workshop on how to get $7,500.00 Down Payment Assistance toward the purchase of a home and up to $10,000.00 (must meet criteria) in Matching Rehab Grants to fix the exterior of homes in the following eligible neighborhoods:

BOSTON / EDISON / NORTHEND / VIRGINIA PARK

HUBBARD FARMS / SOUTHWEST

BAGLEY COMMUNITY/DETROIT GOLF CLUB/GREEN ACRES/ PALMER WOODS/ SHERWOOD FOREST/UNIVERSITY DISTRICT

EAST ENGLISH VILLAGE

NORTH ROSEDALE PARK/ROSEDALE PARK

"NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

FW: YouTube- Chief Godbee --- Virtual Police Precinct

2012-01-10T08:42:00.001-05:00

FYI

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From: PUBINFO PUBINFO <pubinfo@detroitmi.gov>
Date: Sun, Jan 8, 2012 at 6:47 PM
Subject: YouTube- Chief Godbee
To: PUBINFO PUBINFO <PUBINFO@detroitmi.gov>

Dear Community Partners:

Please click the following link to view:

Detroit Police Chief speaks candidly about Virtual Precinct - YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0tUspK_EYU

Thank you,

City of Detroit - Police Department
The Office of Public Information
1300 Beaubien Street, Room 203
Detroit, Michigan 48226
Office: (313) 596-2200
Fax: (313) 596-1450

Email: Pubinfo@detroitmi.gov

Dave Bing, Mayor

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FW: BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS COMMUNITY MEETING hosted by the 12TH PRECINCT

2012-01-05T12:52:00.001-05:00

From: SHERLEY BLEDSOE [mailto:BLEDSOES989@detroitmi.gov]
Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2012 11:55 AM
To: bigtulsa@aol.com; bnichls@aol.com; Chjrassociate@aol.com; _GreenwichParkdet@aol.com_; detmj@att.net; DeLoyace Smith; Lola Holton; HAROLD ROCHON; Conrad Mallett; Brenda Goss Andrews; BakerY@focushope.edu; Bridget Vance; Biggers, Alicia (A.); Leslie Love; charles davis; donjohnson_1@msn.com; Helenb@next-detroit.org; bagleycommunitycouncil@yahoo.com; baylistriblockclub@yahoo.com; Lolita Haley
Cc: Jimmy Womack; JoJo Terry; kimsva@aol.com; chanas@BETH-HAROLD.COM; ELMIRAWEBB@CASMICHIGAN.ORG; Leslie Griffin; jamesawardjr@earthlink.net; Herbie Felton; barbara.Bonne@yellodyno.comr
Subject: BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS COMMUNITY MEETING hosted by the 12TH PRECINCT

HAPPY NEW YEAR ALL!!!!

THE 12TH PRECINCT will host the BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS COMMUNITY MEETING

on Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 6;30 P.M. AT 17575 LIVERNOIS, the UAW A1 VOTE CENTER PLEASE COME AND BRING A FRIEND for further information please call Sgt. Bledsoe

Sherley Bledsoe, Sergeant

City of Detroit, Police- Twelfth Precinct

1441 W. 7 Mile Rd, Comm. Relations

Detroit, MI 48203

Office: 313/596-1221

Fax:313/596-1296

Email: bledsoes989@detroitmi.gov

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FW: HBCU Scholarships and Grants

2012-01-05T08:22:00.001-05:00

FYI

From: James Ward [mailto:jamesawardjr@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 8:55 PM
To: James Ward
Subject: HBCU Scholarships and Grants

Please pass this information along so that some students are able to benefit.

http://hbcuconnect.com/scholarships/

FW: "NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

2012-01-01T16:55:00.001-05:00

FYO

From: James Ward [mailto:jamesawardjr@gmail.com]
Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2011 4:58 PM
To: James Ward
Subject: "NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Kenneth Scott <kenlscott@sbcglobal.net

PLEASE JOIN US FOR:

Community Resource Forum VII, “NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND” a one stop shop of 50 resources, aimed to empower our communities with resources in education, finance, health, housing, jobs, law and public safety, under one roof, on Saturday, January 14, 2012, the Dr Martin Luther King Jr Holiday Weekend, between the hours of 10:00am and 3:00pm at the Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48221, southeast corner of Curtis.

Workshops will be conducted on:

Resume Writing and Interviewing Skills: City of Detroit Workforce Development

College Scholarships and College Savings Plans: Michigan Education Trust

Business Start-Ups - How To Start A Business: Booker T. Washington Business Association (BTWBA)

Energy Savings Plans: DTE Energy - Your Energy Savings

Short Sales - The Foreclosure Option: A-I Realty

Income Tax Preparation, Earned Income Tax Credits and Deductible Items: Accounting Aid Society

ALL RESIDENTS, BLOCK CLUBS, COMMUNITIES, ORGANIZATIONS, CHURCHES AND SCHOOLS ARE INVITED!!!

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!!

Kenneth L. Scott
Executive Director
Community Resource Forum
17301 Livernois # 134
Detroit, Michigan 48221
(313) 819-7065

"NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

2011-12-27T23:23:00.001-05:00

Please email and text this to your contacts!!!

PLEASE JOIN US FOR:

Community Resource Forum VII, "NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND" a one stop shop of 50 resources, aimed to empower our communities with resources in education, finance, health, housing, jobs, law and public safety, under one roof, on Saturday, January 14, 2012, the Dr Martin Luther King Jr Holiday Weekend, between the hours of 10:00am and 3:00pm at the Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48221, southeast corner of Curtis.

Workshops will be conducted on:

Resume Writing and Interviewing Skills: City of Detroit Workforce Development

College Scholarships and College Savings Plans: Michigan Education Trust

Business Start-Ups - How To Start A Business: Booker T. Washington Business Association (BTWBA)

Energy Savings Plans: DTE Energy - Your Energy Savings

Short Sales - The Foreclosure Option: A-I Realty

Income Tax Preparation, Earned Income Tax Credits and Deductible Items: Accounting Aid Society

ALL RESIDENTS, BLOCK CLUBS, COMMUNITIES, ORGANIZATIONS, CHURCHES AND SCHOOLS ARE INVITED!!!

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!!

Kenneth L. Scott
Executive Director
Community Resource Forum
17301 Livernois # 134
Detroit, Michigan 48221
(313) 819-7065

City of Detroit Briefs - January 2012

2011-12-24T13:15:00.000-05:00

Thank you for all that you do to share City of Detroit information with your neighbors, family and friends.

Best wishes for a very, merry Christmas and blessed New Year!

THE DETROIT FIRE DEPARTMENT OFFERS RESIDENTS FREE HOME FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS

The Detroit Fire Department is offering senior citizens and other Detroit residents free smoke detectors, including installation, home fire safety inspections and a fire escape plan. The inspections are an ongoing service offered year-round. To arrange for a free inspection and for more information regarding this and other fire safety programs, call the Detroit Fire Marshal Division, Public Instruction Section at (313) 596-2968.

CITY OF DETROIT MUNICIPAL PARKING DEPARTMENT TESTS NEW SINGLE-SPACE METERS AND VEHICLE DETECTION SENSORS

Motor City drivers can now use credit and debit cards to pay for parking at single-space meters. The Municipal Parking Department began a 90-day pilot program in November, testing 52 single-space meters equipped to accept Discover, Visa, MasterCard credit and debit cards (with the MasterCard or Visa logo). In addition to the new single-space meters, Municipal Parking will also test 16 meters with vehicle detection sensors. The vehicle detection sensor meters will automatically revert to 0 time left when the sensor detects the vehicle has left the parking spot.

CITY OF DETROIT TO OPEN DAYTIME RESPITE CENTERS DURING FRIGID TEMPERATURES

When Detroit experiences extremely cold temperatures, the Detroit Recreation Department will operate two recreation centers as respite centers for residents to get heating bill relief. Individuals can dial down their furnaces and go to one of the two following centers during the day to help save on household energy expenses:

Lipke Recreation Center, 19320 Van Dyke (313) 628-2036
Tuesday - Friday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Coleman Young Recreation Center, 2751 Robert Bradby (313) 628-0995
Tuesday - Friday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

For more information about the respite centers, call (313) 224-1129.

CALL DWSD TO REPORT WINTER WATER MAIN BREAKS

In Detroit, winter and springtime usher in a larger number of breaks, and there are often multiple contributing factors. Many of the pipes in Detroit and across the country are aging, and older pipes are more likely to have experienced stress that can lead to leaks and breaks. Pipe materials also expand and contract with changes in temperature. If the pipe is in a place where it cannot absorb the stress, it will crack.

The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) is dedicated to maintaining the hundreds of miles of water mains within the city. A water main break can cause aggravation and inconvenience to residents, as well as potential damage to their property. A break can result in low water pressure, no water flow at all, or perhaps water flowing freely in the street. Residents who see a water main break should contact the DWSD 24-hour Emergency Maintenance and Repair Center at (313) 267-7401.

DETROIT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES RELOCATING
TO THE HERMAN KIEFER HEALTH COMPLEX

The Detroit Department of Human Services is moving from 5031 Grandy Street to the Herman Kiefer Health Complex, 1151 Taylor Street in Detroit. The move is taking place in phases and will be complete by January 2012.

DHS will continue to offer the same administrative services that are offered at the current location. All center operation services, including utility assistance, emergency needs, transportation, and commodity distribution will be on the fifth floor, along with the Senior/Consumer Advocacy Division. Weatherization and Head Start will be located on the 6th floor.

For more information, please call 852-5609.

DETROIT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO COLLECT CHRISTMAS TREES DURING JANUARY

Detroit residents can place their Christmas trees out for collection on their weekly trash collection day the first two weeks in January.

Residents should place the tree near their Courville container no more than 24 hours before the scheduled pickup.

DETROIT SENIOR/CONSUMER ADVOCACY DIVISION TO HOST
HEALTHY HEARTS EDUCATIONAL FORUM FEB. 14

The City of Detroit Department of Human Services, Senior/Consumer Advocacy Division will host an educational forum on healthy hearts on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Northwest Activities Center -DeRoy Ballroom, located at 18100 Meyers Road.

Please call (313) 224-1000 to RSVP by Tuesday, February 7.

FW: City Briefs for January 2012

2011-12-24T11:14:00.001-05:00

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Rose Love <lover@detroitmi.gov>

Thank you for all that you do to share City of Detroit information with your neighbors, family and friends.

Best wishes for a very, merry Christmas and blessed New Year!

THE DETROIT FIRE DEPARTMENT OFFERS RESIDENTS FREE HOME FIRE SAFETY INSPECTIONS

The Detroit Fire Department is offering senior citizens and other Detroit residents free smoke detectors, including installation, home fire safety inspections and a fire escape plan. The inspections are an ongoing service offered year-round. To arrange for a free inspection and for more information regarding this and other fire safety programs, call the Detroit Fire Marshal Division, Public Instruction Section at (313) 596-2968.

CITY OF DETROIT MUNICIPAL PARKING DEPARTMENT TESTS NEW SINGLE-SPACE METERS AND VEHICLE DETECTION SENSORS

Motor City drivers can now use credit and debit cards to pay for parking at single-space meters. The Municipal Parking Department began a 90-day pilot program in November, testing 52 single-space meters equipped to accept Discover, Visa, MasterCard credit and debit cards (with the MasterCard or Visa logo). In addition to the new single-space meters, Municipal Parking will also test 16 meters with vehicle detection sensors. The vehicle detection sensor meters will automatically revert to 0 time left when the sensor detects the vehicle has left the parking spot.

CITY OF DETROIT TO OPEN DAYTIME RESPITE CENTERS DURING FRIGID TEMPERATURES

When Detroit experiences extremely cold temperatures, the Detroit Recreation Department will operate two recreation centers as respite centers for residents to get heating bill relief. Individuals can dial down their furnaces and go to one of the two following centers during the day to help save on household energy expenses:

Lipke Recreation Center, 19320 Van Dyke (313) 628-2036
Tuesday - Friday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Coleman Young Recreation Center, 2751 Robert Bradby (313) 628-0995
Tuesday - Friday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

For more information about the respite centers, call (313) 224-1129.

CALL DWSD TO REPORT WINTER WATER MAIN BREAKS

In Detroit, winter and springtime usher in a larger number of breaks, and there are often multiple contributing factors. Many of the pipes in Detroit and across the country are aging, and older pipes are more likely to have experienced stress that can lead to leaks and breaks. Pipe materials also expand and contract with changes in temperature. If the pipe is in a place where it cannot absorb the stress, it will crack.

The Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) is dedicated to maintaining the hundreds of miles of water mains within the city. A water main break can cause aggravation and inconvenience to residents, as well as potential damage to their property. A break can result in low water pressure, no water flow at all, or perhaps water flowing freely in the street. Residents who see a water main break should contact the DWSD 24-hour Emergency Maintenance and Repair Center at (313) 267-7401.

DETROIT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES RELOCATING
TO THE HERMAN KIEFER HEALTH COMPLEX

The Detroit Department of Human Services is moving from 5031 Grandy Street to the Herman Kiefer Health Complex, 1151 Taylor Street in Detroit. The move is taking place in phases and will be complete by January 2012.

DHS will continue to offer the same administrative services that are offered at the current location. All center operation services, including utility assistance, emergency needs, transportation, and commodity distribution will be on the fifth floor, along with the Senior/Consumer Advocacy Division. Weatherization and Head Start will be located on the 6th floor.

For more information, please call 852-5609.

DETROIT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO COLLECT CHRISTMAS TREES DURING JANUARY

Detroit residents can place their Christmas trees out for collection on their weekly trash collection day the first two weeks in January.

Residents should place the tree near their Courville container no more than 24 hours before the scheduled pickup.

DETROIT SENIOR/CONSUMER ADVOCACY DIVISION TO HOST
HEALTHY HEARTS EDUCATIONAL FORUM FEB. 14

The City of Detroit Department of Human Services, Senior/Consumer Advocacy Division will host an educational forum on healthy hearts on Tuesday, February 14, 2012, from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Northwest Activities Center -DeRoy Ballroom, located at 18100 Meyers Road.

Please call (313) 224-1000 to RSVP by Tuesday, February 7.

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Greenwich Park Association December Newsletter & Saturday Meeting

2011-12-13T04:15:00.000-05:00

Hello, Greenwich Park Association Members and Friends!

This Saturday (12-17-11), Greenwich Park Association Members are needed to cast their votes for the 2012-2013 GPA Financial Secretary position. At GPA's November meeting, members voted to accept all other Board Members who were nominated, that ran unopposed.

GPA's Saturday meeting (12-17-11) will be held at Greater Emmanuel Church's Administration building (Schaefer - north of W. 7 Mile Rd.). Time = 10:00 A.M.. One lucky GPA member will win a turkey basket. There will also be a Holiday Celebration.

Please remember to open the attached December edition of The Greenwich Park Association's newsletter.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!

Greenwich Park's boundaries: W. 7-Mile Rd. (north-side) to Pembroke (south-side) and Meyers (west-side) to Schaefer (east-side).

Thank You!
Walter Cole

Greenwich Park Association

President

313-864-0133

P.O. Box 351011

Detroit, MI 48235

GreenwichParkdet@aol.com

THE DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT’S “STUFF A COP CAR” HOLIDAY

2011-12-07T09:52:00.001-05:00

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: PUBINFO PUBINFO <pubinfo@detroitmi.gov>
Date: Tue, Dec 6, 2011 at 11:19 PM
Subject: Media Advisory: Holiday Dive
To: PUBINFO PUBINFO <PUBINFO@detroitmi.gov>

Dear Community Partners,

Please review the following media advisory:

THE DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT'S "STUFF A COP CAR" HOLIDAY DRIVE

WHAT:
In today's extremely difficult economic times, the holiday season can
be especially tough for families who may be less fortunate, particularly
those with children. Members of the Detroit Police Department are
working hard to help Santa Claus put smiles on the faces of children and
a gift under their Christmas tree by sponsoring the "Stuff a Cop
Car" toy drive. Citizens are encouraged to stop by and place a
new, unwrapped toy for children up to 12 years of age, inside a Detroit
Police patrol car. All donations will be given to Alternative for
Girls Organization and needy families.

WHEN:
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 7, 2011 & Friday, December
9, 2011.

WHERE:
2211 Woodward, (Across the street from the Fox Theater) between
Columbia & Elizabeth. Look for the flashing lights!

WHO:
Members of the Central District's Police Community Relations and
Police Community Services.

City of Detroit - Police Department
The Office of Public Information
1300 Beaubien Street, Room 203
Detroit, Michigan 48226
Office: (313) 596-2200
Fax: (313) 596-1450

Email: Pubinfo@detroitmi.gov

Dave Bing, Mayor

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FW: {GCA Crime Alerts} AVOID HOLIDAY SCAMS!

2011-12-05T13:07:00.001-05:00

From: James Ward [mailto:jamesawardjr@gmail.com]
Sent: Saturday, December 03, 2011 5:50 PM
To: James Ward
Subject: {GCA Crime Alerts} AVOID HOLIDAY SCAMS!

Avoiding Holiday Scams

By Crime Prevention Coordinator Austin Grout

NOTE: This email has been attached as a word document for your convenience.

People’s goodwill and charitable giving peak during the holiday season. It is human nature to want to help the less fortunate experience some of the positive qualities of the season. Sadly, predators see this time as an opportunity to cash in and take advantage of the kindness of others.

Below are 11 notorious scams that arise during this time of the year. All of the information was taken from Jason Steele’s piece The 12 Scams of Christmas.[1] You can find the article in its entirety online:The 12 Scams of Christmas

Last of all, remember a common phrase: PROCEED WITH CAUTION! Not only to save yourself from becoming a victim but, more importantly, to make sure your money goes to where it is meant to go (i.e., charities, purchasing merchandise, etc…).

Counterfeit Merchandise—Just recently, the U.S. Department of Justice and F.B.I. shut down approximately 150 websites involved in the sale of counterfeit merchandise (See: Feds Seize 150 Domain Names). Unauthorized retailers and other fraudulent sites attempt to either sell counterfeit products or steal credit card information. Try to make sure that the online goods you purchase are from authorized retailers.

Email Scams—Just about everyone reading this document has received an email from a foreign country claiming that a long-lost relative has died and you are the sole heir to the fortune. Next, you will be asked for private information so that your identity could be stolen or bank account emptied. NEVER respond to emails that are unsolicited or ask for personal information. Worst case scenario: You miss out on a possible sale from an online company.

Fake Charities—Do your best to check out charities prior to offering donations. It is hard to do background checks on solicitors at intersections, outside of businesses, or outside of your home. It doesn’t hurt to get the information on the charity from the solicitor and make a direct donation to the charity’s headquarters online or through the mail.

Fake Holiday Help—Shy away from work-at-home jobs, those asking for sensitive personal information (e.g., social security number), requesting money up front, and those that simply feel too good to be true. Money can be made during the holidays with seasonal occupations but pay attention to the details.

Fake Check Scams—Selling merchandise online (e.g., eBay) can result in complications. Be wary of people who wish to purchase your product with a cashier’s check. The common scam is to offer a check over the price of the goods and ask that the difference be returned all under the guise of a legitimate transaction. But, in reality, the check was a fake and you are out the product, the cost of the product, and the returned difference to the buyer.

Fake Vacation Rentals—It is as bad as it sounds; people pose as the owners for properties and con unsuspecting renters. They use pictures and whatever other information they can get their hands on to convince potential renters that they represent the property in question. The end result: Guests show up to a property based upon fraudulent information and with no place to stay. The only way to combat this scenario is to only use credit cards, never agree to wire transfers, and make certain that you are renting the property from the actual owners! The true owners should not mind offering additional information to secure someone’s business.

Non-delivery of Merchandise Bought Online—Similar to the Counterfeit Merchandise section above, potential buyers should only purchase goods from reliable online vendors. Don’t try to cut corners and buy merchandise that is so cheap that it appears the vendor is giving it away. Sometimes it is actually more cost effective to pay additional money for goods from a reliable source than to roll the dice with an unknown vendor.

Phishing Scams—These scams are the hardest to recognize. Con artists send you an email that appears to be from your bank; you are offered a link to click on and directed to a replicate site (one mirroring your bank’s site) that steals your log in information. To avoid this, only log in to your account from your bank’s homepage and continually change your password to protect your assets.

“Items-of-a-truck” Scam—First things first: You should never purchase stolen goods to save a buck. Not to mention the fact that it is highly likely that you will be buying counterfeit products of very low quality. Because, in all honesty, why would a savvy business person randomly give you, a relative stranger, the deal of the lifetime in a Wal-Mart parking lot?

Limited Quantities—This scam grabs your attention with some great product that forces you to place an order immediately. After the order is placed you will receive notice that there are limited quantities of the item and that you will need to purchase additional items to secure the initial product. In this event, cancel your payment through your credit card company. Don’t allow a company to hold you hostage over the purchase of a good! Find a more reputable company that will be glad to have you as a customer and follow through with the agreed-to sale. These types of situations reveal the benefit of face-to-face transactions vs. online sales.

Bait & Switch—This scam is essentially the limited quantities scam but replace the limited with zero. Again, you’re attracted by one item, attempt to buy it, but there is a snag when it comes to completing the transaction. The seller apologizes that the item is no longer in stock but suggests you buy a similar item at a slightly elevated price. Avoid being persuaded into buying merchandise that you had not intended to purchase.

[1] Steel, J. (2011). The 12 Scams of Christmas. MoneyTalkNews. Retrieved from http://finance.yahoo.com/news/the-12-scams-of-christmas.html

FW: "NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

2011-12-05T12:28:00.001-05:00

From: Kenneth Scott [mailto:kenlscott@sbcglobal.net]
Sent: Monday, December 05, 2011 11:10 AM
To: JEFF JONES
Subject: "NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

PLEASE JOIN US FOR:

Community Resource Forum VII, "NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND" a one stop shop of 50 resources, aimed to empower our communities with resources in education, finance, health, housing, jobs, law and public safety, under one roof, on Saturday, January 14, 2012, the Dr Martin Luther King Jr Holiday Weekend, between the hours of 10:00am and 3:00pm at the Northwest Activities Center, 18100 Meyers Rd, Detroit, MI 48221, southeast corner of Curtis.

VENDORS: Please Send A High Resolution JPEG Logo To kenlscott@sbcglobal.net With The Name Of Your Organization In The Subject Bar (Example: CRF Logo)

ALL RESIDENTS, BLOCK CLUBS, COMMUNITIES, ORGANIZATIONS,

CHURCHES AND SCHOOLS ARE INVITED!!!

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Thanks,

Kenneth L. Scott
Executive Director
Community Resource Forum
17301 Livernois # 134
Detroit, Michigan 48221
(313) 819-7065

Fwd: Palmer Woods Holiday Concert & Soiree w/ Miche Braden, Dec. 17

2011-12-02T05:00:00.001-05:00

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (W.Outer Dr. #1) - Response

2011-11-29T18:44:00.000-05:00

fwd:

It has been reported that DPD stopped the car containing those occupants and arrested four young men. Thanks to two alert neighbors who witnessed the crime and followed the getaway car and obtained a license no. If we all stay on alert during this season, criminals will be cautious about our neighborhoods! Thanks to DPD for the difficult job they are doing!

A Neighbor

--- On Tue, 11/29/11, Greenwichparkdet@aol.com <Greenwichparkdet@aol.com> wrote:

From: Greenwichparkdet@aol.com <Greenwichparkdet@aol.com>
Subject: Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (W. Outer Dr. #1)
To: Greenwichparkdet@aol.com
Date: Tuesday, November 29, 2011, 11:48 AM

At approximately 1:00 pm today November 28, 2011 a Greenwich Park resident at 5252 W. Outer Drive was robbed while unloading groceries from her vehicle.

Her purse and keys were stolen. They were thrown behind a car on Hartwell at Vassar. A Greenwich Park neighbor found the purse and keys, called the neighbor returned the purse and keys to her. The police were there and the vehicle was described as a light color Impala, the neighbor was able to write down the license plate number which was given to police.

Raffle to benefit Cops for Tots

2011-11-29T10:15:00.001-05:00

!!!!!!!IT’S A RAFFLE!!!!!!!

JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS

THE TWELFTH PRECINCT WILL RAFFLE OFF A XBOX 360 AND A PHILLIPS DVD1080 HDMI PLAYER.

1^ST PLACE WINNER XBOX 360

2^ND PLACE WINNER DVD PLAYER

THE RAFFLE RUNS FROM NOVEMBER 28 THRU DECEMBER 5, ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT COPS FOR TOTS.

TICKETS $5.00

Contact: Sergeant Traci Hogan Twelfth Precinct

Lieutenant Angela Day Twelfth Precinct

Inspector Alicia L. Terry Twelfth Precinct

Veronica Moton, Chief’s Office 596- 1814

Good Morning everyone I know it is a late start , could you please get this information out

it is for a very good cause see flyer below we need more toys and the money from this raffle will help us to purchase them.

thanks for all you do

Sherley Bledsoe, Sergeant

City of Detroit, Police- Twelfth Precinct

1441 W. 7 Mile Rd, Comm. Relations

Detroit, MI 48203

Office: 313/596-1221

Fax:313/596-1296

Email: bledsoes989@detroitmi.gov

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Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (W. Outer Dr. #2)

2011-11-29T06:56:00.000-05:00

On Monday (11-28-11) at 8:30 A.M., there was a break-in at 4676 W. Outer Dr.. A neighbor witnessed the crime and called 911.

The criminals were 2-men (1-brown complexioned & 1-light complexioned). The criminals were driving a Gold-Colored Chrysler mini-van. The License Plate # is "CHG 2678".

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (Vassar)

2011-11-29T06:49:00.000-05:00

Home broken into 13500 block of Vassar November 22, 2011, The home owners weren't home. Thieves came into their home through side kitchen Window. When the Home owner returned back home, the thieves ran our through the front door.

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (W. Outer Dr. #1)

2011-11-29T06:48:00.000-05:00

At approximately 1:00 pm today November 28, 2011 a Greenwich Park resident at 5252 W. Outer Drive was robbed while unloading groceries from her vehicle.

Her purse and keys were stolen. They were thrown behind a car on Hartwell at Vassar. A Greenwich Park neighbor found the purse and keys, called the neighbor returned the purse and keys to her. The police were there and the vehicle was described as a light color Impala, the neighbor was able to write down the license plate number which was given to police.

Fwd: Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (Appoline)

2011-11-29T06:46:00.001-05:00

The address of the stripped house is 19341 Appoline and the previous owners are doing the stripping.

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (Appoline)

2011-11-29T06:45:00.001-05:00

fwd:

One of the neighbors between Outer Drive and Cambridge, on Appoline Street, is stripping his home . This is going to bring more crime in the neighborhood and lower the value of all our homes.Is there anything that can be done about this situation. 12th precinct has been called hours ago. Also Sgt. Harris has been called.

You are Invited: Detroit Land Bank Authority Informational

2011-11-28T16:13:00.000-05:00

From: Heidi Mucherie [mailto:hamucherie@clronline.org]
Sent: Monday, November 28, 2011 1:36 PM
To: abiggers3@comcast.net
Subject: You are Invited: Detroit Land Bank Authority Informational

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LEARN THE FACTS:

Detroit Land Bank Informational

Community Legal Resources

615 Griswold, Suite 1805

Detroit, Michigan 48226

313-962-3171

Join Our Mailing List!

VACANT PROPERTY EDUCATION SERIES

Detroit Land Bank Authority Informational

Community Legal Resources' in partnership with The Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) is hosting an informational workshop on the functions and tools of the DLBA.

The mission of the DLBA is to stimulate neighborhood stabilization and economic growth through the acquisition, management and disposition of tax-reverted and acquired properties by working collaboratively with community stakeholders, developers and other government agencies in a transparent and fiscally responsible manner to promote conscientious stewardship of land.

Please join CLR and the staff of the DLBA on Thursday, December 1st, to discuss the DLBA's capacity to fulfill its mission, due in part to the unique set of tools acquired from the Land Bank Fast Track Act of 2003 (State of Michigan Public Act 258). The set of tools includes, but is not limited to: owning, managing and selling property; assembling parcels; holding land tax free, leveraging development incentives and expediting property title clearance.

WHAT: Detroit Land Bank Informational

WHERE: Gleaners Community Food Bank

2131 Beaufait, Detroit 48207

WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 1st from 6-8 PM

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Detroit City Briefs - December 2011

2011-11-28T11:44:00.000-05:00

CITY OF DETROIT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS ADJUSTS HOURS FOR DROP-OFF LOCATIONS

The City of Detroit Department of Public Works (DPW) has switched to fall/winter hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. at its

four drop-off locations. A fifth location, J. Fons Transfer Station, is open weekdays from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Residents can use

the drop-off locations to discard bulk items, yard waste and recyclable items. These hours are in effect from now through

the end of March.

LOCATION HOURS OF OPERATION

Southfield Yard, 12255 Southfield Service Drive Monday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Davison Yard, 8221 W. Davison Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

State Fair Yard, 19715 John R Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

5840 Anthon (bet. Cavalry and Campbell) Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

J. Fons Transfer Station, 6451 E. McNichols Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

All locations (except J. Fons) are closed from noon – 1 p.m. These drop-off locations are open to Detroit

residents only with proper identification.

DO YOU NEED YOUR HOME WEATHERIZED?

Income-eligible Detroiters may be able to receive free home weatherization services to reduce energy costs.

Services include attic and wall insulation, some window repair, pipe insulation, caulking and weather stripping. To

find out if you may be eligible, call the Weatherization Hotline at (313) 852-5625.

CITY OF DETROIT ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY AND FURLOUGH CLOSINGS; DPW CREWS TO COLLECT REFUSE AND RECYCLING ONE DAY LATER

Most City of Detroit offices will be closed for furlough, Christmas and New Year's on:

December 5 and December 22 – January 3, 2012. City offices will reopen on Wednesday, Jan. 4.

In addition, the Department of Public Works will NOT collect refuse and recycling on Monday,

Dec. 26 and Monday, Jan. 2. During both weeks, DPW crews will collect refuse and recycling one day

later. Monday’s collection will be picked up on Tuesday, and Tuesday’s collection will take place on

Wednesday and so forth.

CITY OF DETROIT WATER DEPARTMENT WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR

Sue McCormick has been named the new Director of the Detroit Water and Sewerage

Department (DWSD). The unanimous approval of McCormick by the Board of Water Commissioners

(BOWC), DWSD’s governing body, fills the water utility’s top leadership vacancy. The department had

been without a director since July 2010.

McCormick will start work for DWSD on January 1, 2012. She comes to the department from

her position as Public Services Administrator for the City of Ann Arbor, Michigan, where she managed

that city’s entire physical infrastructure, including the water and sewer system.

12th Precinct Neighborhood Coalition

Fw: Deconstruction Symposium

ENJOY THE WINTERY BEAUTY OF Palmer PARK: Free Family Fun

City Council discussion on the future of minor home repair

FW: How to Make Neighborhood Watch Work For You!

FW: UAW Vote Center – There's No Place like Home - Housing Information for Community - PDF Flyer attached

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Crime Alert

Voting in the Primary, Detroit Circles and more on REGION 1A ON THE RADIO

FW: (DCAD) Detroit Communities Against Diabetes Healthy Taste Sampler

Fw: Districts for Council elections

UAW Region 1A on the Radio

Update: "Virtual Precinct"

Live Chat software

Live Chat software

Virtual Precincts (Detroit Police)

FW: Meeting With Senator Virgil Smith

FW: Building A Better City Council by District Map | The Common Denominator - Data Driven Detroit Newsletter

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (Steel street)

FW: HOW TO APPEAL PROPERTY

FW: “City Council by Districts” THURSDAY -2

FW: [Lee Gaddies] City Council Elections by District | Data Driven Detroit

Maps of the 4 Options for the Proposed City Council Districts

D3 Analysis of City Planning Commission Options

Other Maps Relevant to the Boundary Drawing Process

Official City Government Documents Related to the Boundary Drawing Process

Media Coverage of the Boundary Drawing Process

Links and Research on Districting, Redistricting, and Apportionment

· D3 THOUGHTS

FW: Link of Resources that may be helpful for your portion of Survival Guide--Metro Detroit

FW: (DCAD) Detroit Communities Against Diabetes Healthy Taste Sampler

Save the date for Palmer Park Winter Festival - Sat Feb 25

FW: City Briefs for February 2012

FW: {GCA Crime Alerts} March, Rally & Prayer Vigil - Jan 29, 2012 @ 14528 & 14520 Southfield Rd. @ Lyndon!

FW: Break-in on Rosemont Today (Sat morn) PLUS IMP. TIPS FROM BLOCK CAPTAIN

FW: CLUW attachments

Fw: State Fairgrounds property +

FW: 2nd Annual City-Wide Block Club Meeting

Re: FW: ATTENTION ALL BLOCK CLUBS & NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS IN DETROIT

FW: ATTENTION ALL BLOCK CLUBS & NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS IN DETROIT

Fw: Detroit HAS a future...

FW: MLK MARCH AT KING HIGH SCHOOL

MLK MARCH AT KING HIGH SCHOOL

FW: URGENT!!! Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) / Neighborhood Opportunity Fund (NOF) Proposal Writing Workshops (TIME SENSITIVE INFO)

FW: DOWN PAYMENT ASSISTANCE & REHAB GRANTS

FW: YouTube- Chief Godbee --- Virtual Police Precinct

FW: BOARD OF POLICE COMMISSIONERS COMMUNITY MEETING hosted by the 12TH PRECINCT

FW: HBCU Scholarships and Grants

FW: "NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

"NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

City of Detroit Briefs - January 2012

FW: City Briefs for January 2012

Greenwich Park Association December Newsletter & Saturday Meeting

THE DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT’S “STUFF A COP CAR” HOLIDAY

FW: {GCA Crime Alerts} AVOID HOLIDAY SCAMS!

FW: "NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND", COMMUNITY RESOURCE FORUM VII, Saturday. January 14, 2012 10am -3pm Northwest Activities Center

Fwd: Palmer Woods Holiday Concert & Soiree w/ Miche Braden, Dec. 17

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (W.Outer Dr. #1) - Response

Raffle to benefit Cops for Tots

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (W. Outer Dr. #2)

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (Vassar)

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (W. Outer Dr. #1)

Fwd: Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (Appoline)

Crime Alert - Greenwich Park Association (Appoline)

You are Invited: Detroit Land Bank Authority Informational

Detroit City Briefs - December 2011

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