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Volume 47 May 2014
MILFORD
COMMUNITY NEWS
This summer will mark the
second year of projects
funded by the 2012 Road
Millage. The projects
scheduled for this summer
will begin in late April and
run through the end of the
construction season this fall.
Phase II of the 2013 Road Improvement
Program will continue in Fairview Hills.
This project includes concrete repairs
and replacement of asphalt roads. Work
on this project will begin the last week
in April.
The 2014 Road Improvements projects
will include replacement of asphalt and
concrete repairs in sections of the Bon-
nie Highlands neighborhood. Mill and
overlay of new asphalt on Center St.
between Union St. and East St. is also
included in this year’s project.
Huron St. from Main St. to River St.,
including the bridge over the Huron
River will be milled and asphalt overlay
this summer as well. This project is par-
tially funded with State funds.
In addition to these projects, there are a
number of smaller repair and mainte-
nance projects taking place throughout
the Village. These projects include con-
crete and asphalt patching, pothole re-
pairs, and crack sealing. These smaller
projects are aimed at prolonging the life
of existing roads and improving the road
surfaces.
Should you have any questions regard-
ing the construction projects taking
place this summer, please contact the
Village at 248-684-1515.
Water/Sewer Rates
Every year the Village adjusts the water and sewer rates according to the
needs of operating the system.
Beginning July 1, the overall rate for water & sewer is expected to in-
crease by 3%, from $9.03 per 1,000 gallons to $9.31. Currently the
charge for Water Use is $1.58, new rate $1.64, Water Debt is $2.32, new
rate $2.38, Sewer Use is $4.94, new rate $5.05 and Sewer Debt is $0.19,
new rate $0.24. There is no change to the Water Base charge of $12.00
per quarter but the Sewer Base is increasing from $4.33 per quarter to
$6.19 to help fund future Capital Projects.
The annual Village/Township household hazardous waste collection day
(HHW) has been scheduled for Saturday, May 17, at the Milford Civic
Center, 1100 Atlantic Street. Residents may drop off hazardous waste be-
tween 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Village and Township personnel, under the supervision of trained chemical
technicians, will remove the hazardous waste from your vehicle. Please
enter the site from Mont Eagle Street.
Residents will receive the registration card in early May. Residents are
asked to bring this postcard with them, as it is used
to both verify residency and to assign costs between
the Township and Village.
Containers should not exceed 5 gallons of liquid or
40 pounds of solid waste. Do not mix chemicals to-
gether. If possible, keep them in their original con-
tainers with the original label intact.
Please be aware that any type of paint that can be
cleaned up with soap and water is not considered
hazardous waste; cans should be left open to dry and
can be disposed of with your regular trash. Car wax,
furniture polish, and window cleaner can also be dis-
posed of with your regular trash.
Fluorescent lighting—both the long shop lights and the twisted compact
fluorescent tubes—contain mercury vapor, a potent neurotoxin. The bulbs
should never go into the regular trash. Unbroken bulbs should be transport-
ed to the collection site for safe disposal.
Household Hazardous Waste Day
Please do not
mix chemicals
together. Keep
them in their
original
containers with
the original
label intact.
2014 Road
Construction Update
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The Milford Police Department has recently taken complaints from residents who were targets of computer scam art-
ists. The caller will try to convince you there is a virus inside your computer and try to get a password. This will allow
remote access to your computer which will create risks to all your stored accounts, passwords and email. Additionally,
they may try to sell you useless software to protect against viruses.
If you get a call from someone who claims to be a tech support person, hang up and call the company yourself on a
phone number you know to be genuine. A caller who creates a sense of urgency or uses high-pressure tactics is proba-
bly a scam artist.
Keep these tips in mind:
Don’t give control of your computer to a third party who calls you out of the blue.
Do not rely on caller ID alone to authenticate a caller. Criminals spoof caller ID numbers. They may appear to be
calling from a legitimate company or a local number, when they’re not even in the same country as you.
Online search results might not be the best way to find technical support or get a company’s contact information.
Scammers sometimes place online ads to convince you to call them. They pay to boost their ranking in search
results so their websites and phone numbers appear above those of legitimate companies. If you want tech sup-
port, look for a company’s contact information on their software package or on your receipt.
Never provide your credit card or financial information to someone who calls and claims to be from tech support.
If a caller pressures you to buy a computer security product or says there is a subscription fee associated with the
call, hang up. If you’re concerned about your computer, call your security software company directly and ask for
help.
Never give your password on the phone. No legitimate organization calls you and asks for your password.
Put your phone number on the National Do Not Call Registry and then Report Illegal Sales Calls. Go to:
https://www.donotcall.gov/ or https://complaints.donotcall.gov/complaint/complaintcheck.aspx?panel=2.
If you have responded to a scam or believe that someone may have accessed your personal or financial information,
visit the FTC’s Identity Theft Website at http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/. For further information contact the Milford
Police Department at 248-684-1815.
Beware of Computer Related Scams
This year (2014) ALL of the tax due dates fall on a weekend or a holiday.
Aug. 31st Village Tax – Sunday
Sept. 14th Twp. Summer tax – Sunday
Feb. 14th Twp. Winter tax – Saturday / Feb. 16th Presidents day – Monday
Feb. 28th last day to pay taxes – Saturday
Although the due dates on the bill will state the above dates, we will honor the payment as paid on time if presented
on the next business day following the weekend or holiday. As always you may drop your payment in the drop box
located on the right side of the building opposite the front doors. The drop box is emptied daily.
2014 Tax Due Dates
Community Sharing 10th Annual Golf Fundraiser — June 27, 2014
Cattails Golf Club, 57737 W. 9 Mile Rd., South Lyon MI 48178
Registration 8 am, Shotgun Start 9 am, Entry fee $125 per player/$25 lunch only
Continental breakfast ~ Hot dogs at turn ~ Steak lunch ~ Raffles ~ Prizes!
For more information call Community Sharing 248-889-0347
All proceeds benefit Community Sharing Outreach Center
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The Zonta Club of Milford will hold its second
annual Gala Shopping event fundraiser on
Tuesday, May 20th, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
at The Clothing Cove in downtown Milford.
Tickets are $20 and automatically enter your
name into the prize drawings. You need not be present to
win the raffle prizes!! First prize is $500 cash, 2nd prize is
$300 cash, and 3rd prize is $200 cash. There are many other
wonderful prizes including gift certificates to local eateries
and Clothing Cove gift cards!
Your ticket is the entry to a “closed door” shopping experi-
ence with a huge selection of beautiful clothing, jewelry and
accessories. The Clothing Cove will give a $10 store credit
to be used on your purchase of $30 or more that evening.
Shoppers who spend $100 or more receive an additional gift
from the Clothing Cove. Come hungry as there will be a
large selection of delicious appetizers and desserts as you
make your way through the store.
Thank you to our generous sponsors who are Miller Can-
field; Hubbell, Roth and Clark; Sierra Consulting Solu-
tions; Nick Lomako; Huron Valley State Bank; and Se-
glund, Gabe,Quinn Gatti & Pawlak, PLC. Food and gift
cards provided by the Clothing Cove, Zonta Club mem-
bers, Optim Eyes, Fresco Pizza, Honey Tree, Mediterra-
nean Blue Grill, Americus, Milford Baking Company,
Monolo Hair Salon, Schwartz’s Deli, Tavern 131, Dimi-
tris, Huron Valley Chamber, 2 Moms and a Mop and
Jimmy Johns.
You may purchase tickets at the Clothing Cove or by
contacting Cindy Dagenhardt at 248-496-4887 or 248-685
-8731. Cash and checks accepted.
Zonta Club of Milford Gala Event Tax Receipts
If you need a paid receipt for your summer or winter
taxes please include a self addressed stamped enve-
lope or your email address. In an effort to keep post-
age costs down Milford Township is no longer mail-
ing receipts. This includes drop box payments.
HVCA Summer Camps
Art on the River Festival July 19, 2014 ~ 11am-7pm
Located at Dodge Park #5 in Commerce, the Art on the River Festival was created by the Huron Valley Council for
the Arts to provide an opportunity for the community at large to experience and interact with all aspects of the arts.
With music, storytelling, artistic demonstrations and culinary options on site we seek to create a unique and inviting
environment for visitors to enjoy.
Artisans are encouraged not only to display and sell but also to educate visitors and demonstrate their artistic talents
in order to connect with their customer. In addition it is always the mission of the HVCA to provide quality, afford-
able opportunities for Michigan artists to exhibit and sell their original work. This collaboration between quality
and affordability is something that as the HVCA feels is missing from today's artisan opportunity landscape.
We hope you will enjoy being a participant in this year’s event and look forward to working with you to create an
enriching experience for both the artists and the visitors. Apply online at www.huronvalleyarts.org, for additional
information 248-889-8660. 2014 Artist applications are now available.
8th Annual Animation Class 2014 (ages 12+)
Daily, August 11-15, 2014, 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Clay Camp Grades 1-12
Daily, June 23-26, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Animal Art Camp Grades 1-5
Daily, June 23-26, 11:00 am -1:00 pm
Comic Books and Cartooning Grades 1-12
Daily, July 21-24, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm or
Daily, August 4-8 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Middle School Art Camp Grades 5-8
Daily, August 4-8, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Passport to Art Camp Grades 1-12
Daily, August 4-8, 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Registration forms available at
www.huronvalleyarts.org
for more information 248-889-8660
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VOLUME 47 MILFORD COMMUNITY NEWS PAGE 5
Dog Licenses
Governor Snyder signed into law P.A. 161 of 2013 last
fall. What this means is the Real property used and
owned as a homestead by a disabled veteran who was
discharged from the armed forces of the USA under
honorable conditions may be exempt from property tax-
es. A veteran must meet one of the following:
Veteran must have been determined by the United
States Department of veteran’s affairs to be per-
manently and totally disabled as a result of mili-
tary service and entitled to veteran’s benefits at
the rate of 100%.
Veteran has a certificate from the United States vet-
eran’s administration, or its successors, certify-
ing that he or she is receiving or has received
pecuniary assistance due to disability for spe-
cially adapted housing.
The Veteran has been rated by the United States de-
partment of veteran’s affairs as individually un-
employable.
You must provide to the treasurer’s office a copy of
your DD214, the letter from the VA describing your
benefit, and fill out the application form. For this year
(2014) ONLY, you may file at the July Board of Review
to exempt your 2013 taxes as well as 2014 taxes. After
that, you will have to file every year with the treasurer’s
office to keep the exemption. Please contact Cynthia
Dagenhardt, Milford Township Treasurer if you feel you
may qualify. Deadline to file is June 30, 2014. 248-685
-8731
Veterans Tax Exemption
2014 Dog licenses are available for pur-
chase without late fees until June 1st.
Current prices are $15.00 for an unal-
tered animal or $7.50 if the pet has
been spayed or neutered. Seniors 65
years of age or older are discounted to $6.75 for a
spayed or neutered pet or $13.50 for an unaltered pet.
These prices are good through June 1, 2014 – after
that date all licenses are considered delinquent and the
cost is $30.00.
Pets with adoption papers dated past the June 1st dead-
line or puppies too young to have received a rabies
vaccination before June 1st will be licensed using the
current prices. Proof of the adoption or change of
ownership is required.
Milford Township accepts cash or checks for tag pur-
chases and you MUST bring in a valid veterinarian
rabies certificate. Dogs are welcome to accompany
their owners. Milford Township also sells the three
(3) year license with proof of a three year rabies cer-
tificate. Cost is three times the current rate.
The 1st Friday of each month the HVCA kicks off a
new monthly exhibition from 7- 9 pm.
May 2 – Meet Photographer Eric Law ~ Exhib-
it :Visible, Yet UnseenJune 6 – Meet Artist Andrea
Worthington ~ Exhibit: Nature’s Delight
July 11 – Meet Painter Janice Dumas ~ Exhibit: My
Michigan
August 1 – Meet Photographer Maurice Sanders ~ Ex-
hibit: Global Faces
September 14 – It’s All About the Horse Artist Compe-
tition
October 3 – Meet Painter Paul Tibedeau ~ Exhibit:
Nature’s Palette
Meet The Artist Gallery Reception
Everyone Welcome!
Garage Sales
Just a reminder that before you put your treasures
out for sale, be sure to pull a garage sale permit.
There is no charge for permits and they are availa-
ble at the Village and Township offices and online.
Sales may run only three days and you may only
have two sales in a calendar year.
Sewer Credits
Applications for Sewer Credits for 2014 will be accepted
beginning May 1 for those Village residents who do not
have a separate meter for outside watering. Applications
are available in the Village office and online at
www.villageofmilford.org under “Online Forms”.
The credits are not processed until after the bill comes
out beginning September 1.
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2014 Gubernatorial Elections
The Primary Election is Tuesday, August 5th and the General Election is Tuesday, November 4th this
year. Polls open at 7:00 am and close at 8:00 pm.
Offices on the 2014 ballot are:
Governor/Lt. Governor Secretary of State
Attorney General U. S. Congressional Representative
State Senator State Representative
State Board of Education U of M Regent
MSU Trustee Wayne State Governor
OCC Trustee County Commissioner
Supreme Court Justice Court of Appeals Judge
Circuit Court Judge Probate Court Judge
District Court Judge Village Council
Huron Valley Schools Board South Lyon Schools Board
Several as yet undetermined proposals will also be put forth to the voters.
Election Day Information
Something new to you and us this year: On Election Day we will be using laptop computers to issue voters a ballot
instead of a paper poll book. This new equipment was purchased by the Michigan Bureau of Elections with grant mon-
ey from the Federal Government (Help America Vote Act of 2002) and is used throughout the state. The new equip-
ment is designed to expedite the process to issue voters a ballot once election inspectors gain more real-time experi-
ence with it. We kindly ask for your patience on these Election Days while we familiarize ourselves with the new pro-
cess and equipment.
If you are in a hurry to fit voting into your day, please keep in mind that lines are usually the longest from 7:00 – 9:00
am and 5:30 – 7:30 pm. If you think you will be away from the community during the time the polls are open, you
should consider voting an absentee ballot. Contact the Township Clerk’s office at 248-685-8731 to request an absentee
ballot application. Once we receive your completed application a ballot will be sent to you.
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about Voting
You must be registered to vote at least 30 days prior to Election Day and be 18 years old on Election Day to be
eligible to vote in that election.
It is not necessary to bring your photo ID with you to the precinct, but it will expedite the process to issue you a
ballot.
All voters in line at 8:00 pm when the close of polls is publically announced will be given an application and be
able to vote.
The Clerk’s office is always open the Saturday before every election to issue and accept absentee ballots. 2014
Saturday hours are 10 am until 2 pm.
Voting Information
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The Township’s Website Gets A New Look!
Township staff has been busy creating a new website to
assist residents with community related information,
events and activities! Check it out at
www.milfordtownship.com. We value your feedback, so
please feel free to contact us with your comments, con-
cerns or questions about it. You can do so by contacting
Holly Brandt, Clerk at [email protected] or
Cindy Dagenhardt, Treasurer at treasur-
[email protected] or calling the office at 248 -
685-8731.
Milford Memorial Cemetery
Fence Project
We are not done yet, but almost. Thank you to all the
residents and friends and family of loved ones interred
at the cemetery for making this project a huge success
by donating over $30,000 since 2011! What a beauti-
ful addition to the eastern gateway of our Milford
Community. Another $15,000 is still needed and our
goal is to finish the project before the snow flies this
year.
If you would like to contribute, any amount is accepta-
ble. Please make checks payable to Milford Township,
write “fence donation” in the memo section of your
check and send it to Milford Township, 1100 Atlantic
Street, Milford, MI 48381. ALL donations are tax-
deductible and a receipt will be mailed back to you.
A voter must sign their own absentee ballot application.
The last day to get an absentee ballot is the Monday before Election Day by 4:00 pm however it must be voted at
the Clerk’s office.
Absentee ballots are opened and counted on Election Day and not before. Ballots must be delivered to the
Clerk’s office no later than 8:00 pm in order to be counted. Postmarked ballots are not acceptable.
Election Day results are electronically transmitted to the Elections Division at Oakland County during the process of
closing the voting equipment after the close of polls. Visit www.oakgov.com/clerkrod/elections to view results.
Are you interested in serving as an election inspector? Please contact Holly Brandt to obtain an application and in-
terview. You must be at least 16 years old, be detail oriented and focused. Inspectors begin their day at 6:00 am and
are usually finished by 10:30 pm. A training class is given before each election.
If you have any questions regarding the upcoming elections, please contact Holly Brandt, Township Clerk at 248 -
685-8731 or email at [email protected] or visit the Township’s website at www.milfordtownship.com.
Voting, continued from page 6
Memorial Day is a time to set aside our
work to remember and honor those who
lost their lives in the service of our coun-
try and support those who have served or
are presently serving in the Armed Forc-
es.
Rain or shine, please come to the Memorial Day Parade!
Please set aside your other tasks for this day and show
your respect for our veterans.
Veterans are asked to wear their uniform if they have
one, or a piece of their old uniform; a cap, jacket, etc.
Wear any medals, ribbons, badges, on a sport coat or on a
white shirt with dark trousers. All veterans will receive a
special medal for attending. If you have lost a loved one
or have a family member in active services, please con-
sider carrying a “remembrance poster” with their picture
on it. Bring signs saying “Thank you Vets” or “Welcome
Home”.
The parade will be held on the last Monday in May at
11:00 a.m., rain or shine. It begins at the American Le-
gion Hall on Commerce Road and ends at Central Park. If
you would like to march in the parade or would like more
information, contact Tony Puente at 248-684-9919.
Donations are needed and appreciated. Please make
checks payable to American Legion Post 216, Parade
Fund and mail to American Legion, Attn: Tony Puente
510 W. Commerce Road, Milford 48381.
Memorial Day Parade
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Dates to Remember
May 17 - Household Haz-
ardous Waste Day Milford
Civic Center 8 am-1 pm.
248-684-1515
May 26 - Memorial Day
Parade Downtown Milford
11 am. 248-990-8384
Village/Township offices
closed.
June 5 - Summer concert
series begins at Central Park
7 pm.
June 7 - Community Picnic
at Central Park 4 pm.
June 27 - Community Shar-
ing Golf Fundraiser
June 30 - Tax bills mailed
Village of Milford Charter Township of Milford 1100 Atlantic Street Milford, MI 48381
POSTAL PATRON
CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF MILFORD: Phone: 248-685-8731 Bldg Official: Fax: 248-685-9236 Timothy Brandt Website: milfordtownship.com Board Members: Supervisor: Don Green Randall Busick Clerk: Holly Brandt William Mazarra Treasurer: Cynthia Dagenhardt Brien Worrell Dale Wiltse Fire Chief: Larry Waligora
VILLAGE OF MILFORD Phone: 248-684-1515 Fax: 684-5502
Email:[email protected] Websites:
Village: villageofmilford.org Police: MilfordPolice.com
DDA: MeetMeinMilford.com Council President President Pro-tem Terri George Michael Glagola
Council Members: Jerry Aubry Jennifer Frankford Elizabeth Heer James Kovach
Kevin Ziegler
Administration: Manager – Christian Wuerth
Clerk – Deborah Frazer Treasurer/Finance – Penny Ray
DPW Superintendent – Robert Calley Police Chief – Thomas Lindberg Bldg. Director – Randy Sapelak DDA Director – Ann Barnette
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PERMIT #36 MILFORD, MI
Friday Night Live Concerts
Enjoy free concerts in the heart of
Milford’s vibrant downtown. Make it
an evening and visit one of the great
local restaurants before or after the
show!
May 23 – Nick Palise - Sovereign
Blues Band
June 27 – Blue Water Ramblers
July 25 – Crossroads – Youth Jazz
Band
August 22 – Rich Kowalewski -
Brazil & Beyond
(Rain location Milford Presbyterian
Church)