HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 2004.09.22 - 27719REPORT (MISC. 104274) September 22, 2004
BY: General Government Committee, William R. Patterson, Chairperson
IN RE: MR #04274 — BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS — WEST NILE VIRUS FUND
REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE VILLAGE OF BINGHAM FARMS
— FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
To the Oakland County Board of Commissioners
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
The General Government Committee, having reviewed Miscellaneous Resolution
#04274 on September 13, 2004, reports with a recommendation that the resolution be
adopted.
Chairperson, on behalf of the General Government Committee, I move
acceptance of the foregoing report.
GENERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEE
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General Government Committee Vote:
Motion carried on a roll call vote with Scott absent.
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MISCELLANEOUS RESOLUTION #04274
BY: Thomas A. Law, District #17
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE VILLAGE OF
BINGHAM FARMS - FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners via
Miscellaneous Resolution #04120 approved the extension of the West Nile
Virus Fund for FY 2004; and
WHEREAS the Oakland County Board of Commissioners established a
West Nile Virus Fund Disbursement Policy per Miscellaneous Resolution
#03060 in an effort to assist cities, villages and townships (CVTs)
with mosquito control measures to prevent the spread of West Nile Virus
and to help protect the health, safety and welfare of the people of
Oakland County; and
WHEREAS pursuant to the Disbursement Policy, the Village of
Bingham Farms has submitted a resolution of authorization to the County
for reimbursement of expenses incurred in connection with an eligible
mosquito control project; and
WHEREAS the FY 2004 authorized amount of funding for the Village
of Bingham Farms is $487.70 from the West Nile Virus Fund as repayment
to the Village of Bingham Farms for expenses incurred in connection
with mosquito control projects.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Board of
Commissioners approves the project submitted by the Village of Bingham
Farms as eligible for reimbursement from the West Nile Virus Fund.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board authorizes the FY 2004
appropriation in the amount of 8487.70 from the West Nile Virus Fund
(Account #90-210000-23030-9098) to repay the Village of Bingham Farms
for expenses incurred in connection with the mosquito control project,
once proper invoices are presented.
Chairperson, I move the adoption of the foregoing resolution.
George 3. Miller, M.A.
Manager/Health Officer
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OAKLAND L. BROOKS PATTERSON, OAKLAND COUNTY EXECUTIVE
COUNTY MICHIGAN
DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES H EA LT H D !VISION
George J. Miller, M.A., Manager
August 30, 2004
Timothy J. Soave, Manager
Oakland County Fiscal Services Division
Executive Office Building
1200 North Telegraph Road, Department 403
Pontiac, Michigan 48341-0403
Dear Mr. Soave:
I am in receipt of a West Nile Virus fund reimbursement request from the Village of Bingham
Farms dated August 31, 2004. After having reviewed their documentation, I find them in
compliance with Oakland County Board of Commissioners Miscellaneous Resolution 04120 and
in compliance with at least one of the four major categories for reimbursement. This letter will,
therefore, certify that all expenses submitted for reimbursement are for qualifying mosquito
control projects. Should you have any questions, please direct them to me at 248-858-1410.
Sincerely,
OAKLAND COUNTY HEALTH DIVISION
Department of Human Services
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cc: Thomas 3. Gordon, Ph.D., Director
Oakland County Department of Human Services
Kathryn P. Hagman, Clerk
Village of Bingham Farms
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RECEIVED SEP 02 2004 Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190
Bingham Farms, Michigan 48025
August 31, 2004
Mr. Timothy Soave
Manager, Oakland County Fiscal Services
1200 North Telegraph Rd. Dept. 403
Pontiac, MI 48341-0403
Re: West Nile Virus Fund Reimbursements
Dear Mr. Soave:
Pursuant to Oakland County Board of Commissioner Miscellaneous
Resolution (MR)04120, the Village of Bingham Farms hereby
requests reimbursement under Oakland County's West Nile Virus
Fund Program for expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible mosquito control activity by our Village.
Attached in support of this request are the following:
1. Attachment A: Project Description
2. Attachment 13: Governing Body Resolution (to follow)
3. Attachment C: Invoices
The Village understands that the review and processing of this
reimbursement request will be governed by the provisions of MR
03060, and certifies that all expenses submitted for
reimbursement were incurred in connection with a qualifying
mosquito control project.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact
the undersigned. Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Kathryn P. Hagaman
Clerk
Office (248) 644-0044 • Fax (248) 644-3254
E-mail: bingham@mich.corn Website: www.binghamfarms.org
VILLAGE OF BINGHAM FARMS
ATTACHMENT A - PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Village of Bingham Farms owns no land and therefore
determined the best way to protect is residents was through
education. In that light, the Village Newsletter contained
articles relative to the West Nile Virus and means to limit:
exposure to mosquitoes.
Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190
Bingham Farms, Michigan 48025
VILLAGE OF BENGFiAiM FARMS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
WEST NILE VIRUS FUND EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT REQUEST
WHEREAS, upon the recommendation of the Oakland County Executive, the Oakland County
Board of Commissioners has established a West Nile Virus Fund Program to assist Oakland
County cities, villages and townships in addressing mosquito control activities; and
WHEREAS, Oakland County's West Nile Virus Fund Program authorizes Oakland County
cities, villages and townships to apply for reimbursement of eligible expenses incurred in
connection with personal mosquito protection measures/activity, mosquito habitat eradication,
mosquito larvidicing or focused adult mosquito insecticide spraying in designation community
green areas; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Bingham Farms, Oakland County, Michigan has incurred expenses
in connection with mosquito control activities believed to be eligible for reimbursement under
Oakland County's West Nile Virus Fund Program.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that this Council authorizes and directs its
Administrator, as agent for the Village of Bingham Farms, in the manner and to the extent
provided under Oakland County Board of Commissioner Miscellaneous Resolution 04120, to
request reimbursement of eligible mosquito control activity under Oakland County's West Nile
Virus Fund Program.
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cc: County Commissioner, District 17.
Office (248) 644-0044 e Fax (248) 644-3254
E-mail: bingham@mich.com Website: wungbinghamfarms.org
9/29/03 Date
Customer P.O. No. Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190
Bingham Farms MI 48025
The Bingham Farms Post, 1t x 17 Cream 60# Offset, 2 originals, printed 1 color front in 341 ink 1
color back in 341 ink
1,000 Fold 11x17
SUBTOTAL
TAX
SHIPPING
TOTAL
163.31
0.00
163.31
,• Artistic Printing, Inc.
26040 W. Twelve Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 356-1004
Fax (248) 356-0270
Invoice
No. 5257
1 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
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Sales Rep: AMY
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2003
Please pay from this invoice. TERMS: Net 30 Days
Past Due Invoices are subject to LATE PAYMENT SERVICE CHARGE
computed at 1-1/2% per month (18% ANNUAL PERCENTAG -E RATE)
on oast due amount. Thank you!
Quantity Amount
Artistic Printing', Inc.
26040 W. Twelve Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 356-1004
Fax (248) 356-0270
Invoice
No. 6143
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Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190
Bingham Farms MI 48025
APR 1 2004
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Date 3131104
Customer P.O. No.
480 The Bingham Farms Post, 11 x 17 Cream 60# Offset, 2 originals, printed 1 color front in 341 ink 1
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• Past Due invoices are subject to LATE PAYMENT SERVICE CHARGE
computed at 1-1/2% per month (18% ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE)
on cast due -amount. Thank you!
SUBTOTAL
TAX
SHIPPING
TOTAL 159.35
159.35
File Originals
The Bingham Farms Post - Spring
2004
Date 6/23/04
Village of Bingharn Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190
Bingham Farms MI 48025
Customer P.O. No.
Amount
97.18
Artistic Printing, Inc. Invoice
26040 W. Twelve Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48034
(248) 356-1004
Fax (248) 356-0270
No. 6555
The Bingham Farms Post, 11 x 17 Cream 60# Offset, printed 1 color front in 341 ink 1 color back
in 341 ink
480 Fold 11x17
480 Hand marrying (sets)
Insert for Newsletter, 8.5 x 11 Cream 604 Offset, printed 1 color front in PMS 341 ink 1 color back
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Summer 2004
Please pay from this invoice. TERMS: Net 30 Days
• Past Due invoices are subject to LATE PAYMENT SERN:CE CHARGE
computed a: 1-112% per month (18% ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE)
on past due amount Thank youl
Sales Rep: AMY SUBTOTAL
TAX
SHIPPING
TOTAL 162.67
162.67
PERMIT REQUIRED FOR
DRIVEWAY WORK
As many residents have commented, they enjoy the leek
of the chip seal on Village roads. The chip seal not only provides
an aesthetic feel to the Village, but it also protects the roads and
cuts down on maintenance costs.
In 1999 the Village adopted ordinances that prohibited
anyone from defacing the public roads by tracking asphalt or other
petroleum products on the roads. The or-.
dinances also prohibit contractors from
loading and unloading their equipment on
a public road. lt should be done on the
private driveway.
Unfortunately, some contractors
refuse to take the necessary precautions to
protect the chip sealed roads and leave as-
phalt tracks all the way down the road. In many cases it's easy to
follow the tracks to where the work was done.
This is not necessary. There are methods to minimize this
type of alteration to the road surface. One contractor told the VII-
lage he encounters few problems with municipalities because he
places sand on the road surface. The sand will soak up the majority
of the asphalt that catches on the wheels of the trucks as the work is
being done. Once the equipment is off site, the sand is then picked
up and hauled away.
In an effort to reduce the problem, the Village is requiring
either the homeowner or the contractor to pull a permit with the
Village. Both the homeowner and the contractor must sign the per-
mit The cost of the permit is $ 25.00. A cash bond is also re-
quired. The amount of the bond is $1,000. The bond will be used
to offset the cost of street repairs caused by the contractor. If there
is no damage, the full amount of the bond will be returned. If dam-
age occurs, the bond will be used to offset the cost of repair.
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FREE AUTUMN
LARGE ITEM PICKUP
THURSDAY
OCTOBER 9, 2003
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414i,
ritrict, THE EDIGHAI4 "ARILS 130S91
Fall, 2003
POLICE (I FIRE DEPARTMENTS
SWING INTO ACTION
. . . . . . • .• . • . • . • • • . . . . . .
Where were you when the lights went out on Au-
gust 14,2003? On the road trying to negotiate traffic with
no traffic lights working?
Commendations go out to every police and fire
personnel who dropped everything to help out. And that
includes our Franklin/Bingham Farms police department
and the nanldin/Bingham Farms fire department
As soon as the lights went out, the generators at
the police and fire stations kicked in. Volunteer firefight-
ers immediately responded and staffed the fire house,
ready to respond to any emergency.
The police department also kicked into action.
Officers and reserves went on 12-hour shifts. Road patrols
were beefed up to deter potential problems. More than
120 hours of overtime was used to make sure the village
was adequately covered.
Fire Chief Tony Averbuch
described how the Franklin Fire
House became a secondary dispatch
center. "When we determined this
problem was larger, we made con-
tact with our dispatch facility to determine their status and
when they notified us they were compromised, we set our
own emergency plans into action."
For the first time in recent history, the department
transported patients directly to Beaumont Hospital when
no ambulances were available in Oakland County. The
Public Safety Department of Beverly Hills assisted by
blocking intersections when seven people were being
transported to Beaumont Hospital.
Department apparatus was coordinated for mutual
aid tanker response to Beverly Hills, Royal Oak and
Bloomfield Township.
Station personnel slept during the night on cots
located in the upstairs meeting area of the station and were
available day and night to respond to emergencies.
A word of warning for people using generators
during a power outage. One emergency response was to a
home in Franklin where seven family members were over-
come by carbon monoxide that seeped into the home from
a generator. One person woke up with a headache, could
not wake any of the other occupants and then called 9-1-1.
Had that person not awakened, it could have been
a catastrophe.
POLICE 41 FIRE DEPARTMENTS
SWING INTO ACTION (CONT.)
Another problem encountered were the number of drivers
caught with their cars on empty.
Police Chief Ed Glomb commented on the number of
drivers who were forced to wait in a long line for hours to fill up at
the BP gas station in Franklin. Even when told it was highly
manly there would be gas left by the time they reached the
pumps, they gill sat in that line.
The Chief said people panicked. "They didn't know if they
could drive their cars because they didn't have enough gas. They
sat in those lines until the station ran out of gas."
Special thanks to local businesses who thought about the
needs of the public safety sector.
Local restauranteur, Lori Grundy of the Franklin Grill do-
nated food to feed both the police and fire departments during their
long shifts.
And the Franklin BP Service Station "held" several hun-
dred gallons of gasoline in reserve for the operation of the fire ap-
paratus and police vehicles.
As Chief Averbuch said the emergency response was
impressive because it was "neighbor helping neighbor". Everyone
pitched in to make sure the community was covered and That's how
it should be.
CASES OF WEST NILE VIRUS .j
LOWER THAN LAST YEAR. .
According to the latest data provided by the Oak-
land County Health Division, there have been no reported
cases of people being infected by the West Nile Virus in
Oakland County.
In addition, reports of dead bird sightings have
declined compared to last year. So far, there has not been
the large spike in sightings.
Initial tests of mosquitoes have been negative,
with the exception of Ferndale, where one pool of mosqui-
toes was found to be positive.
Last year the County led the State
in the number of human cases with more
than 200 people infected.
The reduction of reported cases of
West Nile Virus may be an indication that — —
people are taking necessary precautions to • 1\
avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.
Remember the "Three R's:"
• Reduce areas where mosquitoes breed
• Repel to protect against mosquitoes and
• Report potential mosquito breeding areas.
If you see any dead birds, call the Oakland
County ',Wine at 1-877-377-3641. For updates on West
Nile Virus log on to www.michigan.govfwestnilevirus.
First there were the lessons learned from the 1/2K scare
where concern arose that computer programs were not set up to
convert to a new century and that essential services could not be
provided.
Then there was the terrorist attack on 9/11 where emer-
gency services were strained and the nation went on red alert.
This year it was the Blackout of 2003 where 2-million
Michigan residents were left without power.
Thankfully, our police and fire departments were prepared
and quickly put emergency procedures in place. They had genera-
tors to operate essential services; they had trained personnel.
But the big question is how prepared were you? The
scene was incredible.
Drivers were searching for open gas stations because they
needed to fill up. Some were driving on empty.
Stores were pushed to the maximum. People rushed to
buy bottled water, store shelves emptied in a matter of hours.
People scooped up small items such as batteries and
flashlights and bought large items such as gas generators to keep
their refrigerators cold
Fire Chief Tony Averbuch and Police Chief Ed Glomb
LESSONS TO BE LEARNED
FROM THE BLACKOUT OF 2003
were amazed at how unprepared many people were. So,
what lessons should have been learned from the blackout?
* Keep at least a half tank of gas in your vehicles.
When it gets below that, fill it up. This will save you
spending hours in a gas line.
* If you have a generator, make sure there is a
supply of gasoline on band and stored in appropriate con-
tainers.
*Before purchasing a generator, figure out what
size is needed. Air conditioning units, refrigerators, freez-
ers, hot water heaters use different amounts of wattage to
run them. Make sure the generator has the capacity to run
the equipment you consider essential.
*When using a generator, make sure it is vented
correctly. Carbon monoxide gasses can seep into a home.
It is odorless and emits deadly fumes.
*Keep bottled water on hand. Fill up gallon jugs
now soil another emergency comes along, there is safe
drinking water.
•Contact your alarm company to make sure the
alarms are in good working condition.
More ideas are available on FEMA's web site at
www.femagov. Look for the survival supply kit link.
EVERYONE CAN HELP LETTER
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Mary Jane Bauer
With thanks to the Almighty, we survived another year
without a repeat of the September 11, 2001 tragedy. Although
terrorists are still very evident in other parts of the world, WC
have been spared another tragedy on our own tuff. But remem-
ber that random pass-by shootings and armed robberies are acts
of terrorism with different roots, but still terrorism.
Our armed Police force is our first line of defense
against all forms of terrorism and to those who would disrupt
our lives. You and I, on alert, and those of us who man our
Neighborhood Watch task fotce are their auxiliary eyes and
ears. Immediately call our Police when you see abnormal go-
ings-on in our village. They would rather investigate suspi-
cious behavior than have you experience a break-in or a rob-
bery. With this in mind, please remember to wave hello to our
Franklin-Bingham Policemen and Firemen. Be thankful for
their presence and their prompt response. They are great
friends.
As a village, we do have some restrictions regarding
changes to our property. These include additions, plantings,
decks and patios. The reason for these restrictions is to main-
tain the character of our neighborhoods and to make sure that
your ideas of beauty or viewscape do not conflict with those of
your neighbors. Please contact our Village office before you
make any changes and make sure that you are not violating any
of the restrictions. If you forgot to contact our Village office
and violated a village restriction or a civil code, please accept
the results with resignation and correct the problem as soon as
possible. Our professional staff is not paid to absorb your in-
dignation over your being caught in transgression.
Whatever happened to the rain? Those spring rains
looked like a precursor for a wet summer, but Nature surprised
us again with a dry August and September. The leaves are fal-
ling now., and we love opening the windows to the cooler
weather, watching the maples and oaks become works of art,
meeting and greeting our neighbors, starting some of the strenu-
ous work around the house and yard and lighting up the patio
fireplace. Take a trip to the Franklin Cider Mill.
Since this is a quarterly newsletter, I want to encour-
age all of you to decorate your houses for Christmas, Chanukah
and the winter solstice. Those darkest days of the year can al-
ways use a little cheer, Salt barrels will again be placed for our
use at the intersections to aid in stopping. Please remember to
put the cover back on the barrel to keep the salt fr011i caking
into hard lumps.
Summer vacations are over. With the indoor social
season upon us, your President, Trustees and Professional Staff
want to wish you a Goody-filled Halloween, a Bountiful
Thanksgiving, a Happy Chanukah, a Merry Christmas and a
peaceful and prosperous New Year.
Knowing that Bingham Farms Mobile Watch pro-
vides a valuable service to our Village, you may have wished
you could help and would, except for time constraints.
Weil, the news is good. You can help without even
taking tours of the Village. In fact, everyone can help. And
the more you do, the easier the job becomes for Mobile
Watch and the Franklin-Bingham Police Department.
If you don't have time for a Mobile Watch tour right
now, at least you should carry a Bingham Farms decal on
each of your vehicles. It doesn't say "Bingham Farms:.
There are no letters or numerals at all. It is just a small 2 1/2"
square translucent decal placed in the rear window. It lets
police know that your vehicle belongs in Bingham Farms.
You can probably imagine the police runs this saves, time that
otherwise might have been spent checking out "suspicious"
These decals are a real time-saver for Bingham
Farms Mobile Watch. They are small, innocuous, easy to in-
stall and FREE. Just call anyone you know in Mobile Watch
or Dick Holloway at 248-444-2622.
If you do have time for an occasional tour, we would
love to have you gather with us at 7:30 p.m. on the first
Wednesday evening of each month at the Bingham Woods
Clubhouse.
By Bingham Farms Mobile Watch
EMERALD ASH BORER
PROBLEMS CONTINUE
The problem with the emerald ash borer contin-
ues to plague the State of Michigan. More counties have
been added to the quarantine.
The devastation is being compared to the Dutch
Elm problem years ago.
If a nee is infected, it is recommended that the
tree be taken down, The MDEQ is testing various prod-
ucts to see if they will stop the infestation. No results
have been reported at this time.
Many homeowners are asking what types of trees
Should be planted.
Alternative types of trees hie Katsina, Kentucky
Coffee, Red Maple, Ginko, Dawn itedwood or Sour Crum
are considered good replacement trees.
For more information, contact MSU Extension
office at 248458-0902 or call the Emerald Ash Borer hot-
line at 1-866-325-0023.
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BE-
TWEEN A VILLAGE AND A
TOWNSHIP?
A common question that is often asked by residents of
a Village is why they pay taxes to the Village and to Southfield
Township. The answer is that state law did not make villages
primary local units of government.
Michigan's township lines were drawn under the
Northwest Ordinance of 1787. They became local units of gov-
ernment in 1827.
The industrial revolution brought with it dramatic so-
cial changes in America. Urban areas experienced huge popu-
lation increases that intensified the demand for new services.
As the townships became more populated, there was
growing demand for more services. This growth led to the
passing of Act 3 of 1895, the General Village Act, followed by
the Home Rule Village Act of 1909. While the acts allowed for
the ability of villages to provide services to its residents, the
law did not make villages primary units of government.
Primary units assess property as a basis of county and
school taxes, collect taxes for counties and schools, and admin-
ister county, state and national elections.
Villages provide local services such as fire and police
protection, water supply, sewage disposal and local road main-
tenance. Villages also adopt zoning laws and are responsible
for administering the annual Village election.
SNOW PLOWING REMINDERS
Fall is here and that means winter can't be far behind.
Each year the Village reminds its residents about the rules for
plowing snow.
The snow that falls on private property remains the
property of that homeowner. It does not mean that the snow
from a driveway can be plowed across the road and deposited
on the neighbor's praperty. The rows of snow left across the
road can ovate a potentially dangerous situation for cars driv-
ing down the mad and for pedestrians walking down the road.
It also mates a difficult situation for the Village snow plow
contractor.
Plowing across the road is not only in violation of a
Village ordinance but also is a violation of state law.
When contracting for snow removal services, advise
the contractor of the law. If the contractor is caught. a ticket
will be issued. lithe police see evidence that snow was plowed
across the street, they have the authority to write a ticket. It is
considered a civil infraction and a fine is assessed.
Last year, residents made great strides in controlling
the actions of their contractors and few tickets were issued.
Bingham Farms is run by a president and six trustees
who are residents of the Village. They are assisted by a part-
time clerk/administrator, a part-time treasurer/assessor and a
part-time administrative assistant
Every year on the second Monday of March, Village
residents have the opportunity to vote for the trustees. This
coming March, three trustee seats will be up for election.
The process to run for office starts in late December.
It begins with the Nominating Petition. A candidate must be
a resident of the Village and collect at least 15 signatures of
qualified voters in Bingham Farms but no more than 20.
Nominating Petitions may be picked up at the Village office.
The candidate must also fill out an Affidavit of Iden-
tity which completes the first phase of the process.
Once the petitions are validated, the candidate's
name is placed on a ballot.
Bingham Farms residents vote at Bingham Farms
Elementary School located on Thirteen Mile Rd. Absentee
ballots are available at the Village office several weeks before
the actual election.
Voter registration is available at Southfield Town-
ship or any Secretary of State office.
If you have any questions regarding Village elec-
tions, call the Village office.
DOG NEWS
Oh, that puppy is so cute and lots of fun, But re-
member that when it reaches 6 months, he needs to get a li-
cense.
Southfield Township is the place to go.
When applying for the license, bring proof of vaccinations.
The license must be renewed every year. The cost is $5.00 if
purchased January 1 through March 31. Mier that, the cost is
$10.00
The Township also provides Ani-
mal Control services to the Village. If you
see a lost dog or cat, call the Township at
248-540-3323 and someone will come out
and pick up the lost animal.
Animal Control will also handle
certain "wild" animal complaints like dead
animals in the street, and help with those
pesky woodchucks.
The township is open from 8:30 to
5:00 pm. Monday through Friday. If an emergency arises af-
ter the office is closed or on a weekend, call the Franklin/
Bingham Police Department.
ANNUAL
VILLAGE ELECTIONS
COMING UP
LARGE ITEM PICK UP
REGULATIONS
Date: Thursday, October 9, 2003
Time: All large items at street by 7:00 a.m.
ACCEPTABLE ITEMS
* Large appliances, furniture and hot water heaters
(Refrigerators & freezers must have freon removed prior to
pick up)
* A maximum of two tires
* Only small tree stumps
* Brash, tree branches must be bundled and the length not to exceed four
feet
* Rolls of carpet and linoleum must be tied together with the length not to ex-
ceed four feet
* Disposal of construction materials is limited to one 32-gallon trash con-
tainer
UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS
* Large tree stumps
* Hazardous waste
* Automotive parts
* Loose gravel
* Large amounts of construction material
If you have any questions, please call Car Trucking at 586-791-8480.
UPDATE ON
RECYCLING REGUL4TIONS'
GLASS BOTTLES & JARS
• Clean, NO caps. Labels are OK.
• No window glass, light bulbs, dishes
or ceramic mugs.
• NO broken glass for safety reasons
• NO GREEN GLASS (wine bottles
etc.)
METAL & ALUMINUM CANS, PIE TLNS
• Clean. Labels are OK.
• Clean aluminum trays & pie
tins
• NO foil.
NO aerosol
Place loose metal lids
inside metal cans and
squeeze or leave lids slightly
attached and fold in
PLASTIC JUGS & BOTTLES
• Rinse clean. Labels are OK.
• Flatten, if possible
• NO caps. They are made
of non-recyclable plastic.
• All bottles marked I
(PETE) or 2 (HDPE) on
bottom, except
* NO wide-mouth
containers such as
margarine tubs, yo
gurt containers or microwave plates_
* NO motor oil containers or hazardous prod-
uct containers.
* NO plastic bags.
• NO containers marked on the bottom with num-
bers 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7.
NEWSPAPERS & BROWN PAPER
BAGS
• Newspaper and all inserts (TV guide OK).
Tie with string or place
in brown paper grocety
bag.
. Do not mix with white
paper, envelopes, junk
mail, magazines or ce-
real boxes
• NO plastic bags or plastic sleeves.
• Cardboard OK - must be broken down & tied.
cannot be any larger than 2' x 3'.
GLOSSY MAGAZINES & ADVER-
TISEMENTS
• Magazines - with or without staples
• All catalogues.
• Advertisements on glossy &
semi-glossy paper
• No envelopes of any kind or
junk mail.
• DO NOT mix with newspa-
per.
•Tie securely with string. Place inside bin if it
fits otherwise place on top of recycling bin.
HOUSEHOLD BATTERIES
• All AA, AAA, C, D, button, 9
volt and rechargeable batter-
ies.
Store in a clear plastic bag;
place inside bin.
• NO fire or smoke alarm bat-
teries.
• NO auto batteries
TELEPHONE BOOKS
* Place in recycling bins.
VILLAGE WORKING ON
LONG-RANGE PLAN
STREAMLINED RECYCLING
PROCESS IN USE
Every five years, in compliance with State Law, the
Village reevaluates its Master Plan. The Master Plan is the
long-range vision of land use development and redevelopment
within Village. As such, it helps guide important policy deci-
sions of the Planning Commission and Village Council. The
Planning Commission is responsible for the development of
the Plan, in conjunction with the Village Planners.
For the last several months the Planning Commission
has been working with the Village Planners, Bitchier Arroyo
Associates, in developing a current profile of the Village.
The Commission is now at a point where it wishes to invite
citizen input into the future development policy of the Vil-
lage.
The Village Planners will facilitate a workshop com-
prised of interested residents and members of the Planning
Commission and other Vill ge boards and commissions. The
Planning Commission would like the participants to represent
a broad cross section of groups and individuals in the village,
such as neighborhood associations, seniors, new residents,
school officials, PTO, sports organi7ations, church groups,
and the like.
If you are interested in participating in this one eve-
ning workshop, please contact the Village office by phone or
complete the form below and return it to the Vilhige office.
The Planning Commission needs an accurate count of partici-
pants in order to plan for an appropriate space and to have
sufficient resource materials for everyone attending.
Goodbye roadside recycling separation. Hello tech-
nology.
Recent innovations have made it possible for recy-
cling contractors to mix different types of recyclable products.
Due to new technology and a new process, the separation
move from the street to the recycling plant.
The Village started its recycling program in the early
90's. Car Trucking, the Village's rubbish contractor, has
separated the recyclables at the street.
But no longer. Modern innovation is making it pos-
sible to separate the types of recycled items at the recycling
plant. Rubbish contractors combine all the recycled materials
in one truck, take it to the recycling plant and dump it into
one big bin.
The jumbled piles are pushed Onto a nearby con-
veyor belt which carries them to where workers undo bundles
of papers and magazines and toss unwanted materials. A ma-
chine then separates the paper from everything else.
The remaining recyclables are put through a chamber
that has magnets to pick up metals and lets glass items drop
below.
Workers then separate colored glass from clear glass
and the varieties of plastics.
One company processes enough paper to equal what
would be produced from 1 million trees.
KEEP RECYCLING!!!
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Address
Daytime Phone #
VILLAGE OFFICES WILL CLOSE
FOR THE HOLIDAYS
. . . . .
Summer has just ended and it seems way to early to
talk about the holidays. But December isn't that far away.
Please mark your calendars. The Village office will
be closed from December 24th through January 1st.
AWITWOLIDArIS
LAWNS NEED SPECIAL CARE
IN THE FALL
Reducing the use of fertilizers and other chemicals
on the lawn benefits the environment and reduces the impact
on the rivers, lakes and ponds.
Good lawn care is even more important if the prop-
erty abuts a river, because what is put on the lawn will go
right into a river. The fall may be a good time to learn more
about reducing the use of chemicals to control pests and
weeds in your yard.
In the Fall, keep the grass 2 1/2 to 3 inches high
throughout the season. Cutting the grass shorter will limit its
ability to store food in the spring.
Don't stockpile or burn grass clipping, leaves and
other debris along streambanks. Yard waste deposited in the
waterways can cause significant changes in nutrient levels,
leading to poor water quality.
Try composting or recycling fallen leaves. Leaves
can be cut up when mowing the grass and left on the lawn for
the winter.
A healthy lawn benefits everyone.
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COUNTY MAPS AVAILABLE
Have you ever been lost in Oakland County? Can't
figure out how to get where you want to go? You think
you're in the right area but can't find the street?
The Road Commission for Oakland County has cre-
ated a map that has most of the roads in the entire county.
The map is available to the public at a nominal cost
of $1.00 each and can be picked up at
several convenient locations.
They also may be purchased at
the Road Commission's Administrative
40 Office at 31001 Lahser Road in Beverly
Hills. That building is at the corner of
Lahser and Thirteen Mile Road.
HOMEWORK HELP ONLINE
School's back in session and students are back into
the homework routine. And even if it's nine o'clock at night,
there's always the internet to help. But what if the informa-
tion can't be found? Or what if neither parents nor older sib-
lings can help.
Never fear. Your local library is here with live
homework help online.
The service is offered
to students in Grades 4-12.
Now with just a click of the
mouse, find help in Math, Sci-
ence, Social Studies or English.
The service is available
from 3:00 pinto midnight
The sites are staffed
with certified teachers, univer-
sity professors and graduate
school students.
Check it out.
Click on www.baldviinlib.org
Enter grade level and subject and connect to a quali-
fied tutor for up to 20 minutes of live help.
Have more questions? Call the Library at 248-647-
1700.
FREE AUTUMN
LARGE ITEM PICKUP
THURSDAY
OCTOBER 9, 2003 VILLAGE OFFICE HOURS
MONDAY FRIDAY
9:00 AM.- 1:00 EM
OR CURRENT RESIDENT
The Bingham Farms Post is
published quarterly by the Village
of Bingham Farms.
Editor: Kathryn Hagaman
bingham@sfich.com
The next edition of the Post is
scheduled for January, 2004.
Deadline for submission of articles
is December 15, 2003.
All articles must be submitted in
writing to the Village office. The
editing of articles is left to the sole
discretion of the staff.
Website: www.binghamfarms.org
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VILLAGE SCHEDULES SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DROP
OFF SET FOR JUNE 5TH
The Village has scheduled the Annual Household
Hazardous Waste Drop off for Saturday. June 5th between
the hours of 10:00 a.m. and I:00 p.m.
Check the special section in this letter for items
that are and are not acceptable.
The drop off will again be held in the back park-
ing lot of the Jamestowne South
building located at 24255 Thir-
teen Mile Road.
Load up your car or
truck, drive in and let the trained
staff from U.S. Liquids do the
rest. You don't even have to get
out of your car.
Proof of residency will
be required. A valid driver's license or vehicle registration
will suffice.
Please remember, only oil-based paint will be ac-
cepted. Latex paint is not considered a hazardous material.
Latex paint can be discarded year round in the
regular trash if this simple procedure is followed.
Open the unused cans, pour in kitty liner until the
liquid is soaked up. Then place the open cans next to your
regular trash. The rubbish collectors need to see that the
latex paint is now a solid.
If you have any questions, feel free to call the Vil-
lage office at 248-644-0044. Office hours are from
9:00 am. - 1:00 p.m.
VILLAGE ELECTION RESULTS
The Annual Village election was held on March 8th to
elect three trustees to a two-year term.
The three trustees elected were incumbents Delores Tripp
and Dave Leckie along with Bill Gollnitz who had been ap-
pointed to finish the term of Bob Zimmermann.
One-hundred and ten voters turned out. The results are as
follows:
Delores Tripp - 100 votes
David Leckie - 95 votes
William Gollnitz - 94 votes
Lama Crorey - 25 votes
SEMI-ANNUAL LARGE ITEM
PICK UP SET FOR JUNE 10TH
Spring has finally arrived. The birds are back, the
weather is turning warm It means only one thing - it's time
for spring clean-up both inside and outdoors.
It's time to throw away unwanted items like that old
couch or washing machine. Better yet, you can get rid of all
those large items at no cost. This large item pick up is free
for Village residents.
On Thursday, June 10th, Car Trucking will bring
in extra manpower to handle the collection. All you have to
do is get the items to the street.
For the large item pick up only, large items can be
place at the street the weekend before the large item pick up.
Regular trash however, may not be placed at the street before
7:00 p.m. the day prior to collection.
Check the special section in this newsletter for a list
of what is acceptable.
If you're disposing of a refrigerator or freezer, the
freon must be removed prior to placing the item at the road
and the doors must be removed. Car Trucking is not able to
do this.
Because of the extra load, it will take longer for Car
Trucking staff to pick everything up on this day. So, don't
worry if they're not picking up your rubbish at the usual
time.
As a reminder, postcards will be mailed to residents
closer to the pick up date.
DETROIT EDISON SETS TREE
Detroit Edison has informed the Village that it is time
for them to trim the trees that may interfere with the electrical
lines. According to Detroit Edison, the major cause of electri-
cal interruptions is from trees that overhang the lines.
Detroit Edison will send homeowners letters and place
information at the front door.
Asplundh has been awarded the contract Work is ex-
pected to begin around May 1.
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CABLE COMPLAINTS CAN BE
SENT TO THE CABLE BOARD
Are you having trouble with your cable T-V service?
Just can't get COMCOSt to fix the problem?
Now there are two ways to register a complaint with
the Cable Board which oversees the cable franchisee. One is
via the phone, the other is through the
internet.
The Cable Hot Line number is
248-646-8450. Just leave your name,
phone number and a brief message. A pan
time Cable Board employee will return
your call as soon as possible.
A subscriber may also register a complaint on the
Board's web site: www.birminghamareacableboard.org . Click
on the complaint/comment link
Once the Board Teo:Chia the complaint, it is forwarded
to a government liaison at Comcast for action. These com-
plaints are logged and forwarded to each Board member. Corn-
cast then reports to the Board how the complaint was resolved.
But before issuing a complaint with the Board, a sub-
scriber must provide Comcast with an opportunity to resolve
the problem first.
Conicast Service # is 248-855— 6971.
COUNTY TO HELP BATTLE
WITH WEST NILE VIRUS
The West Nile Virus is present throughout most of
the United States. It is a mosquito-borne virus that can
cause encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) or meningitis
(inflammation of the lining oldie brain). A mosquito be-
comes infected by biting a bird that carries the virus.
The major concern this year is that residents will let
down their guard when dealing with this potential deadly
virus. Last year the disease was barely noticeable. Only 19
cases were reported throughout the state, however two peo-
ple did die from complications resulting from the virus. The
outbreak was much worse in 2002 Statewide, 644 ill-
nesses were reported with 51 people killed. In Oakland
County, there were 214 cases reported with 20 fatalities.
Oakland County health officials held a conference
for local municipalities recently to discuss this year's strat-
egy to combat the West Nile Virus. The effort will empha-
size prevention. The County will devote resources to pre-
venting mosquito breeding on public lands, enhancing exist-
ing disease surveillance and promoting educational pro-
grams.
The public has an active role to play also.
Reporting of dead crows will resume. If a dead
crow is found, call the County Information Hotline at 1-
877-377-3641. This information will help keep track of po-
tential risk areas.
Wide-spread spraying is not being recommended.
Chemical assaults against West Nile virus-bearing mosqui-
toes could do more harm than good. to other eco-systems.
The County is making funds available to help com-
munities educate residents, kill mosquito larvae on public
lands and do focused pesticide spraying of parks and other
green spaces.
The County will not help pay for
widespread spraying of neighborhoods.
But the County and the munici-
pality cannot do it alone.
The County maintains the best
protection for residents is through preven-
tive measures. A public education pro-
gram called Mosquito Smarts lists steps
every homeowner can take to eliminate
potential breeding grounds.
It's based on the three R's.
REDUCE areas where mosquitoes breed.
REPEL through the use of protective clothing and
appropriate spray.
REPORT mosquito-breeding areas to proper per-
sonnel.
Here are some specific recommendations for prop-
erty owners.
* Avoid areas where mosquitoes may be present
(shaded and wooded areas).
* Limit outdoor activity at dusk and dawn when
mosquitoes are most active.
* Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants and use net-
ting over strollers and playpens when outdoors.
* Do not use insect repellent on children younger
than two years of age; use repellents containing not more
than 10% DEET sparingly on children 2-6 years of age; in-
sect repellents containing up to 35% DEET may be used on
older children and adults before outdoor recreational activi-
ties.
*Eliminate standing water that collects in chil-
dren's toys, buckets, tires, unused pools, boats and other
containers.
*Maintain window and door screening to keep
mosquitoes out of homes.
Other reconunended anti-mosquito activities in-
clude:
* Clean gutters.
* Frequently change water in birdbaths to prevent
larvae from developing.
* Remove debris that can trap water such as old
tires, paint cans and empty flower pots.
* Turn over toys that may collect water.
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LETTER
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Mary Jane Bauer
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Spring is finally here. The budding trees remind us of
our allergies. We've pulled the tarps from the patio furniture
and washed off most of the winter's grime. We have watched
the temperatures slowly climb since the first of March. If we
plotted a graph of daily temperatures, the resulting graph would
look like our desire for stock market recovery.
Village Elections were held on March e. You re-
elected incumbents Delores Tripp and David Leckie to our Vil-
lage Council. You also elected Bill Gollnitz, formerly on our
Planning Commission,. Bill had been appointed to fill the va-
cant seated created by the resignation of Trustee Bob
Zimmermann. The voter turnout was the largest in many years
and your affirmation of our service to the community was over-
whelming. Thank you.
Bob Zimmermann served our Village faithfully for
over thirty years, but decided to step down because ill-health.
All of us miss his contribution.
The Franklin-Bingham Police are doing a remarkable
job watching our neighborhoods and protecting us. They ac-
tively cooperate with all the police and sheriff departments in
our metropolitan area. In passing, make sure that you give them
a friendly wave and a big smile because they are our friends.
For our new residents interested in using a local li-
brary, the Village contracts with the Baldwin Library in down-
town Birmingham. Bingham Farms residents can receive a li-
brary card simply by presenting a driver's license. Your library
card is also welcome at the Bloomfield Township Library which
is located at the southeast comer of Telegraph and Lone Fine
Roads.
With warmer weather on the way, many residents will
be enjoying the weather and walking through the Village. Here
are a few safety reminders.
. Stay to the left, facing traffic.
As cars approach, walk in single file to allow cars to
pass you safely.
When riding a bicycle, ride with traffic. Be especially
wary going up or down the hills. Most drivers will give pedes-
trians a wide berth when passing, but nobody wants to drive in
the opposing lane going up a hill.
Watch for children playing or running across the
streets.
Please, please wear light colored and reflective cloth-
ing or carry a flashlight when the light is poor. At dusk, walkers
with dark clothing are at risk when cars pass each other.
Finally, we believe that service to our community is a
duty of every citizen. It doesn't have to be time-consuming.
Easy services to perform include watching out for suspicious
activity and keeping an eye on your neighbor's homes. Getting
involved in our Mobile Watch is another way to serve. We are
always looking for volunteers for Village commissions and advi-
sory boards. If you can help, send a short resume to our Village
Office. You may not be asked to serve immediately, but your
availability and expertise is important to us.
Yes, there is still room for you on the roster of Bing-
ham Farms Mobile Watch. Because there are lots of hours in
the day, even our recently expanded membership cannot cover
all the bases.
Police Chief Ed Glomb has praised Bingham Farms
Mobile Watch for the job it does in curtailing crime in our area.
But imagine how much better we =Id be if you joined us.
Our tours only take a little more than an hour to Cover the entire
village. You pick you own times, mostly during daylight hours.
Should you sec anything that looks suspicion just phone it in to
the police. They will immediately follow up.
If you are available, you attend a short monthly meet-
ing (first Wednesday) consisting of a detailed police report fol-
lowed by coffee and a sweet.
While you don't get paid, you do make some wonder-
ful friends. Plus, at the end of the year, you get a tax deduction
for the miles driven patrolling the Village.
Want more information? Call Dick Holloway at 248-
644-2622.
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NEW ELECTION LAW TO
CHANGE VILLAGE ELECTIONS
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In January, GOVelltOr Gra34101M OPPIOVed a Padage of
legislation intended to increase voter turnout in the State.
These bills amend several areas of Michigan law requiring all
municipal and school elections to be held on a limited ruirober
of dates in any given calendar year, regardless of any charter
provisions to the contrary.
This impacts the Village Annual election which by
charter is held on the second Monday in March. The new legis-
lation will also impact the terms of Village office holders.
Trustees, according to the Village Charter, hold office for two
year terms.
The new law provides that the regular election for vil-
lage offices will be held at a general election in November and
elections will be held in even-numbered years.
The Law however provides the Village with one alter-
native as to when it may hold a regular municipal election and
that would be in September in even-numbered years.
The total impact of this legislation is still being as-
sessed. The Village Council will be considering the options
during upcoming Council meetings late this simmer or early
fall. Deliberations will take place during regular council meet-
ings and residents will be notified of any decisions reached.
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Village approval is required for construction of any
fences, whether decorative or functional.
Fencing is required for pools and deep ponds.
Some fencing in the Village was erected prior to
the enactment of the ordinance which controls
fencing. However even those fences that have
been grandfathered in, must be maintained.
Failure to maintain fences can result in fines and
penalties.
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VILLAGE REMINDERS
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TIPS FORA SAFE GRADUATION
SEASON
Additions or major renovations
Are you thinking of sprucing up
your home, tackling an addition or other
major renovations?
A homeowner must fill out a
Pre-application for Building Permit with
the Village office. Upon payment of the
appropriate Village Pre-application fee
and upon approval of the plans, the
plans are that brought to the City of Southfield Building
Dept. The actual building permits are pulled from South-
field. All permit fees are also paid directly to Southfield.
Fences
Senior Prom and graduation are landmark events in
most teenagers' lives. Though these two special moments.
symbolize both maturity and pending adulthood, parents must
remember that when it comes to drinking, teens are still.le-
gaily underage.
The Birmingham Bloomfield Community Coalition
is launching the "Parents Who Host, Lose
the Most: Dodt be a party to underage
drinking" public awareness campaign to
help parents consider the dangers of teenage
drinking parties.
Simply stated: Parents who pro-
vide alcohol to their children's friends under
any circumstances, even in their own homes, are breaking the
law; parent who knowingly allow a person under 21 to remain
in their home or on their property while consuming or pos-
sessing alcoholic beverages can be prosecuted; and parents
can be sued if they give alcohol to anyone under 21 and they
in turn hurt someone, hurt themselves or damage property.
Just don't do it.
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Driveway Permits
Michigan winters can take a terrible toll on private
driveways. Many residents routinely have driveways seal-
coated or some may be contemplating putting in a new
driveway.
Permits are required for new driveways. The cost
of the permit is $25.00. The homeowner is also required to
post a $1,000 bond to be used should the contractor damage
Village roads. The bond will pay for corrective repairs. If
there is no damage, the bond is returned.
Sealcoating driveways does not require a permit.
However, before you contract for any driveway
work, call the Village office to obtain a copy of the ordi-
nance and make sure the contractor is aware of the ordi-
nance.
Recreational Vehicles
Those big RVs sure are fun and
make family road trips an adventure.
What's not so fin is a neighbor
who looks at it stored on the property in the
open.
Village ordinance prohibits the
storage of RVs, boats, trailers, snowmobiles or unregistered
cars outside a garage or other storage building for more than
12 hours.
Call the Village office for further information.
COMPOST SEASON BEGINS
The seasonal pick up of compost (grass clippings,
twigs, small branches) will begin on Thursday, April 15th and
continue through November.
Compost may be placed in 32-gallon trash containers
marked "Compost" or in brown paper bags that may be pur-
chased at local hardware stores.
Compost materials will be picked up during the regu-
lar rubbish collection on Thursdays.
The Village website has been enhanced. There now
is a link to the Village's Codebook
Now anyone can find sections that pertain to drive-
ways, new home construction requirements, signs and other
categories.
The link allows you to search the codebook.
Also, check the rest of the site to see what's happen-
ing in the Village. Check out approved meeting minutes or
find out whether any water restrictions are in force.
Log on to www.binghamfarms.org .
GARDEN WORKSHOPS
SCHEDULED
RESIDENTS NEED TO HELP
PREVENT BURGLARIES
Ed-Glomb, Police Chief
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Bingham Farms is a safe community. There are few
burglaries. However, recently there has been an increase in
criminal activity, not only in Bingham Farms but in surround-
ing communities.
In January, police arrested an individual who was
responsible for at least forty Breaking and Enterings in just
over a two-month period, possibly nine in Franklin and Bing-
ham Farms. The suspect was addicted to cocaine and broke
into homes looking for cash, jewelry and anything else that
could be easily pawned or sold.
The suspect cased out homes that appeared unoccu-
pied. He would knock on the door and if no one answered, he
would force his way into the home.
If someone did answer, he would
simply ask for someone who didn't
live there.
Sometimes he got lucky.
Some homes were unlocked or had
sophisticated alarm systems that
were not turned on.
The suspect was apprehend
after an alert homeowner who didn't
believe his story, called police and
reported hint as a suspicious person.
Just two weeks ago, the Franklin Bingham Police
Department assisted West Bloomfield in an investigation that
led to the aziest of two individuals posing as police officers.
These two suspects, both on parole and using drugs, targeted
elderly people. They would gain entry to the home by posing
as policemen or delivery men. Once they convinced the
homeowner to open the door, they would physically over-
power the elderly resident(s), tie them up and ransack the
home. The suspects were warted alter an alert homeowner
in Franklin thought they were suspicious and telephoned po-
lice.
Why the sudden increase in crime? Perhaps it's the
economy or just a coincidence. Regardless, residents must
take the basic steps to avoid becoming a victim of a serious
crime. They are simple common sense things that sometimes
are overlooked.
1. LOCK YOUR DOORS.
2. IF YOU HAVE AN ALARM SYSTEM USE IT
ALL THE TIME. Don't worry about false alarms. The Vil-
lage provides four false alarms before charging for therm
3. IF YOU DON'T HAVE AN ALARM SYSTEM,
LOOK INTO ONE.
4. IF YOU HAVE AN ALARM SYSTEM, HAVE
A PANIC BUTTON-INSTALLED NEAR THE FRONT
DOOR.
5. STORE VALUABLE JEWELRY IN A
LOCKED SAFE.
6. DON'T OPEN YOUR DOOR TO STRANGERS.
The Village has a No Soliciting Ordinance, so don't feel obli-
gated to open your door. You want to let whomever is at your
door know that someone is home, but you don't have to open
it to do so.
7. IF YOU DON'T HAVE A WINDOW AT THE
DOOR, INSTALL A PEEPHOLE SO YOU CAN SEE WHO
IS THERE.
8. IF YOU THINK SOMETHING IS WRONG,
SUSPICIOUS, STRANGE, OR WHATEVER, CALL THE
POLICE. You are not bothering us. Quite the contrary, you
are helping us.
The purpose of this article is to send the message that we
shouldn't be complacent when it comes to crime. Connucm
sense is usually all you need to keep yourself from being a
victim. If you have any questions or concerns, call us at
248-626-9672 and ask for Sergeant Castro or me.
Southeastern Oakland County Water Authority is
hosting a series of workshops on lawns and gardens.
* Thursday, April 15; 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Healthy lawn
Care at Bloomfield Public Library (Lone Pine, east of Tele-
gra1311) * Saturday, April 24; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Let's Get
Growing - with Compost at Telly's Greenhouse, 3301 John R
in Troy.
* Saturday, April 24; 10:00 am. -
3:00 p.m. Earth Day at the Zoo in the
Wildlife Interpretive Center.
• Monday, April 26; 10 am. -
11:00 am. After the Ash—Selecting
and Planting Trees SOCCRA Educa-
tion Site 3910W. Webster, Royal Oak
(12 1)2 Mile between Coolidge and
Greenfield.)
To register or for more information contact Karen
Bever at the SOCWA office at 248-288-5150 or
LFDean@aol.com. More information can also be obtained at
www.healthylandscapes.com
These education programs are funded through a
grant from the Rouge River Natural Wet Weather Demon-
stration Program.
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NONACCEPTABLE
MATERIALS
* Smoke Detectors (they
contain radioactive mate-
rial)
* Radioactive material
*Compressed gas cylinders
• *Explosives
* Shock sensitive materials
VILLAGE OF BINGHAM FARMS
HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL DAY
Date: Saturday, June 5, 2004
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Jamestowne South
24255 Thirteen Mile Road
Dispose of your
Household Hazardous
Wastes at the annual Bing-
ham Farms Hazardous
Waste Disposal Day.
The vast majority of
household hazardous wastes
will be accepted.
These materials
should not go into landfills
(and they will, if thrown
away with the regular trash)
or be washed down the
drains.
Your participation
will ensure the hazardous
wastes will be disposed of
in an environmentally safe
manner.
ACCEPTABLE MATERIALS
GARDEN
Bug sprays, sticks & cremes
Ant & roach powder
Garden dusts & sprays
Weed killer
Fly strips
Herbicides
Insecticides
Rat poison
KITCHEN/BATHROOM
Floor care products
Nail polish
Furniture polishes
Oven cleaners
Scouring powders
Spot & stain removers
Chlorine bleach
Toilet cleaners
Grout sealer/primer
Medicines (expired)
Dyes
Moth balls/flakes
Aerosol cans
GARAGE
Antifreeze
Brake fluid
Car wax
Metal polish
Automatic transmission fluid
Oil filters
Fuel oil
Gas & diesel additives
Engine cleaners
Auto batteries & acid
Kerosene
WORKSHOP
Oil based paint only
Paint thinner & stripper
Turpentine
Primer
Varnish
Glue, solvent based
Pain/ brush cleaner
Mineral spirits
Wood stain & preservatives
Gun cleaning solvents
Photographic chemicals
Lighter fluid
Fiberglass epoxy
Dry cleaning solvents
Artists paints Sc mediums
Upholstery & carpet cleaners
NOTE: Dispose of latex (water
based) paint by drying it (with
kitty litter) and place cans along
the side of your rubbish.
LARGE ITEM PICK UP
REGULATIONS
Date: Thursday, June 10, 2004
Time: All large items at street by 7:00 a.m.
ACCEPTABLE ITEMS
* Large appliances, furniture and hot water heaters
(Refrigerators & freezers must have freon removed prior to
pick up)
* A maximum of two tires
* Only small tree stumps
* Brush, tree branches must be bundled and the length not to exceed four
feet
* Rolls of carpet and linoleum must be tied together with the length not to ex-
ceed four feet
* Disposal of construction materials is limited to one 32-gallon trash con-
tainer
UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS
* Large tree stumps
* Hazardous waste
* Automotive parts
* Loose gravel
* Large amounts of construction material
If you have any questions, please call Car Trucking at 586-791-8480.
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FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL CHECK
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS
FIREFIGHTERS WORK HARD
KEEPING BINGHAM FARMS SAFE
Every year, the Franklin Bingham Farms Volunteer
Fire Department offers an opportunity for residents to have
their fire extinguishers checked to make sure they will operate
in case of an emergency.
Mark the calendar.
On June 6th, take your fire
extinguisher to the Franklin Bingham
Fire Department located at 32707
Franklin Road. It's right next to the
BP gas station.
The check-up runs from 9:00
am. to 1:00 p.m.
Take advantage of the service.
You never know when it will be needed. At least
you will know it will work if you do need it.
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EARTH DAY
APRIL 22,2004
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FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
*$** * *
Bingham Farms contracts with the Franklin Bingham
Volunteer Fire Department to provide fire protection to its resi-
dents and business community.
When a person calls 9-1-1, fire personnel just seem to
arrive at the scene. No one really knows who they are. They
all look the same in their helmets, coats, bunker pants and
boots.
The Fire Department would like
you to meet one of these volunteers.
His name is Tim Adams, a 25-
year old Firefighter 2. He was the "Top
Responder" in 2003, having reported for
duty at 196 of the 355 alamis occurring
during 2003. He was also voted
"Firefighter of the Year' for 2002 and
2003.
A 1998 graduate of both Groves
High School and the Fire Academy, Tim
has been a F.B.F.D firefighter for four
years. He is a basic EMT and a member of the Special Re-
sponse Unit of the Oakland County East Team based at the
Troy Fire Department. This unit specializes in hazardous
materials situations and rescue in high angle or confined space
emergencies.
But this isn't his full-time job. Tim is a radio dis-
patcher and 9-1-1 operator for the Beverly Hills Public Safety
Department On top of all that, he is a NHSAA certified um-
pire for high school baseball and softball.
You can meet Tim or some of the other 38 volunteer
firefighters by joining the F.B.F.D. as a volunteer.
There are always openings for a few good men and
women.
OR CURRENT RESIDENT
The Bingham Farms Post is
published quarterly by the Village
of Bingham Farms.
Editor: Kathryn Hagaman
binghamOjnich.com
The next edition of the Post is
scheduled for July, 2004. Dead-
line for submission of articles is
June 14, 2004.
All articles must be submitted in
writing to the Village office. The
editing of articles is le to the sole
discretion of the staff.
Website: www.binghamfarms.org
Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road #190
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
(248) 644-0044
Presorted Standard
U.S. Postage
PAID
Birmingham, MI
Permit No. 217
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VILLAGE APPROVES NEW
FISCAL YEAR BUDGET
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The Village Budget has been set for Fiscal Year
2004-2005 which begins July I and ends June 30.
Once again the Village has been able to maintain the
millage rate at 6.8 mills even with con-
/ tinned state cutbacks in revenue shar-
ing.
The annual budget totals $1.6 ml!-
lion dollars.
BINGHAM FARMS
GENERAL FUND BUDGET
2004-2005
% Of Total
Administrative $357,839 22
Engineering 17,000 1
Appropriations-
Road Repairs 160,683 10
Library 92,078 6
Contingency 30,000 2
Public Safety 832,529 52
Legal 24,000 1
Rubbish 90,180 6
Total $1,604,309 100%
The major expenditures are
1. Administrative Expenses which cover the costs for in-
creased audit input for new federal regulations, converting to
the County's on-line tax system, planning consultants, rent
for Village offices, staff salaries and insurance costs.
2. Road Repair expenses are based upon information from
the Village's engineers long-term road replacement program.
It also includes the expenses for winter maintenance.
3. Public Safety expenses are based on negotiated contracts
for police and fire.
4. Library and rubbish services are contractual.
5. The Contingency reserve is based on federal guidelines.
The rainy spring has created a fertile landscape for
mosquitoes. The month of May produced more than 8 inches of
rain_
The best defense against the mosquitoes is a good of-
fense. The State, the County and the Village
of Bingham Farms are all working together to
educate residents about the West Nile Virus
and how to protect themselves against the
Virus.
Not all mosquitoes are infected with
West Nile Virus. However, it's impossible to
determine which ones are and which ones are
not infected.
Many people show no symptoms when infected. Some
show mild symptoms such as fever, headache and body aches.
More severe cases include severe headache, high fever, stiff
neck and disorientation. If these symptoms exist, call your doc-
tor.
The County is engaging in limited splaying at some
parks and golf courses to attack breeding grounds.
Additionally, they arc using larvicides in areas of standing water
to prohibit the hatching of the mosquitoes.
The County is also requesting that residents report any
dead birds. In 1999 a connection was made between an out-
break of human West Nile Virus infection and disease in birds,
especially American Crows. Keeping track of the locations of
dead birds may be important in determining the level of human
risk in a particular area
Dead crows should be reported to Oakland County
Health Division's Environmental Health Services Unit at
248-858-1312.
When handling dead birds, avoid barehanded contacts.
Use gloves or double plastic bags when disposing of the carcass.
Individuals should take precautions to avoid those
nasty mosquito bites.
1. Remove areas of standing water around the home (buckets,
pails, birdbaths)
2. Clean out gutters
3. Use insect repellants containing 20-30% DEETt, but
follow directions when using on children.
4. Wear long pants and long sleeve shirts if out in the early
morning or after dusk.
For more information log of to www.co.oakland.mias.
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The Michigan Alcohol and Other Drugs School Survey is
conducted by Birmingham Public Schools every two years NVith stu-
dents in the 8th, 10th and 12th grades. The survey was developed
specifically to help school districts assess the size and nature of the
alcohol, tobacco and drug problems in their student populations.
The results for the 2003 Binninghaxn survey are sobering.
When asked how many have used the following in the prior month,
the students responded as follows:
Regarding Binge Drinking in the past two weeks prior to taking the
survey, the students responded:
8th Grade . - 7%
10th Grade - 22%
12th Grade - 37%
Birmingham 12th graders participation in Binge
Drinking (37%) is higher compared to the rate in Oakland County
(33%) and nationally (30%).
Other results show the ease of obtaining drugs for Birmingham stu-
dents. Over 90% of 12th grade students think it is "fairly easy" or
"very easy" to obtain alcohol, marijuana and cigarettes.
A parent survey was also conducted during the same period. Not sur-
prising, most parents see a greater risk in current teen tendencies.
Less than half of all 8th, 10th and 12th graders see "great risk" in hay
ing 5 or more drinks at one time, but more than 90% of parents see
"great risk" in this activity.
Less than half of all 8th, 10th and 12th graders see "great risk" in us-
ing ecstasy once or twice, while more Than 80% of parents see "great
risk" in using ecstasy.
CHECK OUT THE VILLAGE WEBSITE
Want to know what's happening in the Village?
Check out the village website to find the latest approved meet-
ing minutes for Council, Planning Commission and Design
Review Board meetings Also agendas for upcoming meetings
are posted on the site.
Log on to www.bisuthamfarms.org
Alcohol
Cigarettes
Marijuana
8th Grade
14%
3%
5%
10th Grade 12th Grade
37% 56%
15% 29%
19% 32%
New Rate
Last Year
Water
$13.25/mcf
$11.85/mcf
WeRTA
SOBERING NEWS ON TEEN
ALCOHOL & DRUG USE
NEW WATER & SEWER
RATES SET
The Village water supply is provided by
SOCWA (Southeast Oakland County Water Authority) .
They purchase the water from Detroit Water & Sewerage.
The Village then contracts with Oakland County Water &
Sewer to handle billing and maintenance operations in the
Village. It includes meter reading, issuing bills and col-
lecting payments and maintaining the Village's infrastruc-
ture.
Each year Detroit Water re-
views its operational costs to establish
the rates to be charged for residents in
Detroit and the suburbs. SOCWA also
reviews its costs as does the County.
The County compiles the costs
from each entity and submits one rate
that Bingham Farms residents pay. When compared to
surrounding communities, Bingham Farms continues to
have one of the lowest costs for water. The new rates are
set to go into effect on July 1, 2004.
Sewer
$14 .96/mcf
$14.54/mcf
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VILLAGE ROAD PROJECTS
CONTINUE
It's every driver's nightmare. Road construction is
synonymous with summer, even in Bingham Farms.
Last year, the Village engineers, Anderson Eck-
stein, toured all the roads, assessed their condition and then
rated them according to the need to resurface.
Based on this assessment, the decision
was made to resurface Bristol Lane this year.
Residents sometimes question the
need for the work because the surface "looks"
good. The engineers however look at the
amount of cracking, the condition of the road
edge. Often deterioration of the subsurface is identified.
The wink on Bristol Lane is a prime example of
hidden problems. Once the road was milled down, addi-
tional subsurface deterioration was uncovered.. Almost
twice as many areas required patching than bad been esti-
mated.
The Village roads were originally paved in the
early 1980s. They've lasted this long because of the rou-
tine maintenance.
Please exercise patience and caution when driving
through a work zone.
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WATERSIDE OWNERSHIP
CARRIES
RESPONSIBILITIES
A number of Village residents live on property that
abuts water, whether it be a river, creek or pond. No matter
how big an area it is, wildlife and fish habitat are reliant upon
clean water.
Inappropriate landscaping, improper use or disposal
of lawn materials and uncontrolled burning and dumping can
cause erosion and poor water quality. What is put on the
lawn, and what is physically done to the riverbank will affect
water quality.
Here are a few rec.ommencla.-
tions to improve the land near water
sources.
One of the major sources of
water pollution is from excess nutrients
caused by the overase and/or misapplis
eaten of fertilizers on lawns.
Do not fertilize plants or lawns
near stream banks.
Do not dump excess fertilizer Into the street or catch
basins.
Preserve a "buffer strip" of at least 10-feet of dense,
preferably natural vegetation to grow along the water's edge
and stream bank. This allows pollutants to filter out and the
bank to stabilize.
While lush green lawns look lovely, they can be
deadly for water soirees. Consider planting native grasses
rather than Kentucky Bluegrass near the water.
Never mow to the edge of a stream bank or pond.
Leave a buffer of at least several feet for root development.
Never mow grass shorter than 2.5 inches in height.
The height allows larger and deeper root systems, which are a
strong defense against weeds and drought.
By making a concerted effort to protect the water
quality in your backyard, you are helping protect the water
quality of everyone that lives, works and plays downstream
of you.
EMERALD ASH BORER
PROBLEMS ON THE RISE
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It's been two years since the Emerald Ash Borer prob-
lem was first detected. Since then more than 6 million trees
have died or are dying in southeastern Michigan.
Bingham Farms is not exempt either and the devasta-
tion can be seen in many areas.
The devastation is so widespread, state legislators are
discussing the possibility of providing a tax credit on the State
Income Tax for homeowners who have removed infected ash
trees and replaced them with another species.
Emerald Ash Borer adults are dark metallic green in
color, 1/2 inch in length and 1/16 inch wide, They are only pre-
sent from mid May to late July.
The larvae of the insect are creamy white in color and
found under the bark of an ash tree. Their appearance typically
goes undetected until trees show symptoms, especially when
the tree loses the upper third of its canopy
I The present control method is to quarantine areas
' where the EAB has been, discovered and cut down all ash trees
(tree
s a half-mile radius of trees found to be infested. The
trees are then incinerated.
Insecticides can work on healthy ash trees but it could
i be expensive. Insecticide treatment is not likely to bring an in-
fected tree back to health
i Currently, homeowners are responsible for taking
i down diseased or dead trees on their property.
In order to avoid this type of devastation to the occur 1 . , in the future, plant different species of trees to replace the ash i nee Pec:rriTurendeli replacement species include as Katsura,
Kentucky Coffee, Red Maple, Ginko, Dawn Redwood or Sour
Gum just to name a few,
nc,' out more on the problem, log on to
ww-w.rnsueinsu.eduireg_se/robertsiash and,
www,rnicingan.goviinda
GYPSY MOTHS MAY BE ON THE
COMEBACK TRAM
'
It's been more than five years since the Village last
sprayed for Gypsy Moths. However, that reprieve may be
coming to an end.
This year, seven Oakland County communities will
be spraying to control the problem and reduce the devastation
to trees caused by the gypsy moth.
The gypsy moth is not harmful to peo-
ple, but in its caterpillar stage, it chews off
leaves of trees, stripping them bare and making
them vulnerable to disease and attack by other
insects.
The caterpillars consume tree leaves at
night and rest clustered on tree trunks during the
day.
Egg masses, tan or buff in color, are generally the
size of a quarter but can be larger. They are best detected in
the Fall when the leaves are off the trees.
The communities impacted are mostly in north=
Oakland County. However, history has shown the problem
spreads quickly.
The Village will work closely with the County and
neighboring communities to monitor the migration of the
moths. Residents will be informed if the problem surfaces in
Bingham Farms.
Whom Do I Pay Taxes To?
Village residents pay three tax bills per year. The
Village bills residents once a year in July to cover Vil-
lage services.
Southfield Township sends out tax bills in July and
December.
When are my taxes due?
Village taxes must be postmarked by August 31st to
avoid a penalty.
Southfield taxes are due by September 14, 2004 for
summer taxes and Feb 14, 2005 for winter taxes.
What Do My Taxes in Bingham Farms cover?
Village taxes cover police and fire protection, rubbish
collections, road maintenance and snow removal along
with ;administrative costs such as office rent, legal and
salaries for three part-time employees.
What do Southfield Township taxes cover?
Southfield Township collects monies for the Birming-
ham Public schools, County taxes as well as taxes for
operations of the Township.
How do I have my taxes sent to a different address?
All address change requests must be in writing and
sent to Southfield Township at 18550 W. Thirteen Mile
Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025,
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False Alarms
The Village encourages homeowners to install and use security
alarms. Homeowners are provided four "no-charge" false alarms in
a calendar year. This is for any police or fire false alarm.
Homeowners should remember their codes to cancel an alarm
that is false. Otherwise, police or fire will respond.
Also, if there is construction underway in your home, dust can
cause the alarm to go off. Pay attention to situations that may spark
a false alarm.
Building Permits
Thinking of remodeling or adding on to your home? Most out-
side changes require Design Review Board approval and a permit
from the Village.
Permits for roofing, plumbing or electrical work may be pulled
directly from the City of Southfield, as they perform all inspections
for the Village.
If in doubt, call the Village office at 248-644-0044,
Invisible Fences
Some dog owners install invisible-type fencing to contain their
animals. The Village has an ordinance controlling installation of
such fences. They are not allowed in front yards.
DRB
The purpose of the Design Review Board is to preserve, protect
and enhance the ecologically and historically unique environment
and aesthetic charm of the village. They review all plans for new
construction and additions.
SMALL, BLUE/GREEN AND
VERY HELPFUL
PERMITS REQUIRED FOR
DRIVEWAY REPAIR
By Bingham Farms Mobile Watch
It's a cinch that a break-in artist in Bingham Farms did
not get here on foot. He has a car someplace in the area and Mo-
bile Watch must help the police find it
In cases like this, it is very helpful to rule out resident
cars and concentrate on those that do not appear to "belong" here.
Helping us do that is the Bingham Farms decal, a small blue and
green unlettered decal, which should be mounted in all Bingham
Farms vehicles. It is just a small design of trees and water, but it
tells us that the vehicle "belongs" here in Bingham Farms.
If you have a vehicle without the Bingham Farms decal,
call us at 644-2622 to receive as many as you need, free of
charge. They will be delivered by Mobile Watch.
You will be doing yourself a favor and helping the Vil-
lage as well.
If you're contemplating a driveway repair or
sealcoating project, here are a few hints that can make
the project easy.
A driveway permit must be obtained for major
driveway work. The permit fee is $25.00.
A $1,000 cash bond is also required to
cover the cost to repair any road damage
created by the contactor. If there is no
damage, the entire bond is returned.
Check the references of your con-
tractor. There are some who do a great
job. When the project is finished, are there telltale signs
left hehind..,like tar tracks up and down the mad. It
doesn't have to be that way. It just requires the contrac-
tor to take precautions.
Sealcoating normally does not require a permit •
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LETTER
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Mary Jane Bauer
CABLE HOTLINE HANDLES
SUBSCRIBER COMPLAINTS
Did you know that Bingham Farms is going to be fifty
years old?
Two score and nine years ago our residents brought
forth within this township a new village. It was founded on the
proposition that all houses need not be created equal and that
diversity and large lots provide a desirable living environment.
Bingham Farms is a great place to live and we hope that you
think so too.
Our feeling of comfort and security is definitely en-
hanced by the presence and protection provided by our police
and fire departments. If you get any local papers, you will notice
that the police reports generally have nothing to do with Bing-
ham Farms. Give our officers a friendly wave and a smile when
you see them and make their day.
Although our discretionary funds are limited this year,
we are looking for your ideas on commemorating our fiftieth an-
niversary. Some suggestions are beautifying the medians on
Telegraph Road and installing uniform street signs. Give the
office a call if you have some other ideas.
The rains that we had this spring are encouraging
(forcing) us to mow twice a week. They are also encouraging
mosquitoes. By trial and itch, we learned that windy days are
generally mosquito free. We still find repellants repel but hear
that the new mosquito traps work well. Check your property for
standing water. Mosquitoes love water filled saucers under the
flower pots on the patio and in the stiff under your deck.
The warm weather brings driveway construction, pav-
ing and seal coating. Our ordinances state that only political and
for sale signs are allowed on our property. Contractor advertis-
ing signs are not allowed. Call the Village office if there are any
questions. On a fine day a 25 MPH speed limit seems awful
slow when the windows are Tolled down. Many of us are sliding
through the stop signs. A majority of the tickets are given to our
own residents.
The Village is fortunate to have good people serving on
our various commissions and advisory boards. Periodically, va-
cancies do occur and it helps if we have volunteers waiting to
serve. If you're interested in serving, send a letter of interest to
the Village office. We keep this information on file and go
through it to find the right fit One noteworthy young citizen
even took some time to pick up litter along the sides of our
roads. His father was amazed at the amount of debris that his
son had bagged.
What is citizenship? Is it getting involved in your com-
munity? Is it donating a few hours a week to our Mobile Watch
program, keeping an eye on your vacationing neighbor's house
or raising a flag on our national holidays? Is it voting in elec-
tions, obeying the speed limit and the stop signs or maintaining
your property? Think about this now and on the Fourth of July,
because our way of life is our responsibility.
Hey, the big game is on T-V. You're settled back in
your favorite chair and all of a sudden
the cable goes out. Frustrating?
Absolutely!
If experiencing a problem, the
first thing a subscriber should do is call
Comcast, the cable provider at 248-855-
6971. Customer service representatives
are available 24-hours a day. They will
schedule a service call and that's often
within 24 hours.
However, there are times when the service response
or service repair is not satisfactory. The subscriber has an-
other venue to resolve the situation.
It's the Birmingham Area Cable Board Hotline at
248-646-8450. Just leave your name, phone number and a
brief message and your call will be returned promptly. The
Board employs a pan time staff member to work with the sub-
scriber and Comcast to resolve a recurring or ongoing prob-
lem.
For SERVICE call Comcast at 248-855-6971.
For COMPLAINTS call the Cable Board at 248-646-
8450.
FRANKLIN BINGHAM FIRE
DEPARTMENT TO HOLD
ANNUAL MEETING
A special invitation is extended to all resi-
dents of Bingham Farms from the Franklin-
Bingham Fire Department to attend their annual
meeting.
MONDAY, AUGUST 2, 2004
AT 8:00 P.M.
FIRE HALL
32707 FRANKLIN ROAD
REWARD OFFERED TO STOP
ILLEGAL DUMPING
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It seems inconceivable that anyone
would ever think of doing it, but periodically the
Village encounters illegal dumping.
In recent years, the
Village has had to pay for
the removal of extensive
tree stumps and limbs that
were dumped right on the
road.
One year, part of Bristol Lane was
blocked because a contractor didn't want to haul
the material away. Another dumped a pile of
old tires on Timber Trail. These companies pre-
fer to dump their problem on the municipality
rather that pay for proper disposal.
With summer here, the Village and the
police department are watching for these scoff-
laws.
There is something you can do. If you
see anything suspicious, such as a loaded truck
going slowly up and down a street, call the po-
lice department at 248-626-5444. They'll get
right on it. If caught in the act, these people are
assessed hefty fines.
The Village does offer a $200 reward to
anyone who helps identify the person or persons
responsible for illegal dumping.
U.S. SENATORS
Cad Levin (D) 202-224-6221
senatorriilevin. senate. goy
Debbie Stabenow (D) 202-224-4822
senatora.stabenow.senate.gov
U.S. REPRESENTATIVES
Joe Knollenberg (R) 202-225-5802
rep.knollenberg@mail.house.gov
STATE SENATOR
Gilda Jacobs (D) 517-373-7888
sengjacobs(asenate. statesni . us
STATE REPRESENTATIVE
Shelley Goodman Taub (R) 517-373-8670
shelleytaubahouse.mi. gov
STATE AT l'ORNEY GENERAL
Mike Cox (R) 517-373-1110
www.ag.state.mius
LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO THIS
SUMMER?
Check out the Baldwin Library website for some great
ideas.
vvww.baldwinlib.org
OR CURRENT RESIDENT
The Bingham Farms Post is
published quarterly by the Village
of Bingham Farms.
Editor: Kathryn Hagaman
bingbam@mickeom
The next edition of the Post is
scheduled for October, 2004.
Deadline for submission of articles
is September 15, 2004.
All articles must be submitted in
writing to the Village office. The
editing of articles is left to the sole
discretion of the staff.
Website: www.binghamfarms.org
Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road #190
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
(248) 644-0044
Presorted Standard
U.S. Postage
PAID
Birmingham, MI
Permit No. 217
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RECEIVED AUG 20 2004
Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190
Bingham Farms, Michigan 48025
August 13, 2004
Mr. Timothy Soave
Manager, Oakland County Fiscal Services
1200 North Telegraph Rd. Dept. 403
Pontiac, MI 48341-0403
Re: West Nile Virus Fund Reimbursements
Dear Mr. Soave:
Pursuant to Oakland County Board of Commissioner Miscellaneous
Resolution (MR)04120, the Village of Bingham Farms hereby
requests reimbursement under Oakland County's West Nile Virus
Fund Program for expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible mosquito control activity by our Village.
Attached in support of this request are the following:
1. Attachment A: Project Description
2. Attachment B: Governing Body Resolution (to follow)
3. Attachment C: Invoices (to follow)
The Village understands that the review and processing of this
reimbursement request will be governed by the provisions of MR
03060, and certifies that all expenses submitted for
reimbursement were incurred in connection with a qualifying
mosquito control project.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact
the undersigned. Thank you for your assistance,
Sincerely,
Kathryn P. Hagaman
Clerk
Office (248) 644-0044 • Fax (248) 644-3254
E-mail.- bingham@mich.com Website: towiabinghamfarms.org
VILLAGE OF BINGHAM FARMS
ATTACHMENT A - PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Village of Bingham Farms owns no land and therefore
determined the best way to protect is residents was through
education. In that light, the Village Newsletter contained
articles relative to the West Nile Virus and means to limit
exposure to mosquitoes.
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Village of Bingham Farms
24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190
Bingham Farms, Michigan 48025
August 13, 2004
Mr. Timothy Soave
Manager, Oakland County Fiscal Services
1200 North Telegraph Rd. Dept. 403
Pontiac, MI 48341-0403
Re: West Nile Virus Fund Reimbursements
Dear Mr. Soave:
Pursuant to Oakland County Board of Commissioner Miscellaneous
Resolution (MR)04120, the Village of Bingham Farms hereby
requests reimbursement under Oakland County's West Nile Virus
Fund Program for expenses incurred in connection with an
eligible mosquito control activity by our Village.
Attached in support of this request are the following:
1. Attachment A: Project Description
2. Attachment B: Governing Body Resolution (to follow)
3. Attachment C: Invoices
The Village understands that the review and processing of this
reimbursement request will be governed by the provisions of MR
03060, and certifies that all expenses submitted for
reimbursement were incurred in connection with a qualifying
mosquito control project.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact
the undersigned. Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely,
Kathryn P. Hagaman
Clerk
Office (248) 644-0044 • Fax (248) 644-3254
E-mail: bingham@rnich.com Website: www.bingharnfiarms.org
VILLAGE OF BINGHAM FARMS
ATTACHMENT A - PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Village of fiingham Farms owns no land and therefore
determined the best way to protect is residents was through
education. In that light, the Village Newsletter contained
articled relative to the West Nile Virus and means to limit:
exposure to mosquitoes.
, 2004
Timothy J. Soave, Manager
Oakland County Fiscal Services Division
Executive Office Building
1200 North Telegraph Road, Department 403
Pontiac, Michigan 48341-0403
Dear Mr. Soave:
I am in receipt of a resolution from the pertaining to Wçst ...r.., .2444.1 Nile Virus reimbursement funds. However, at this time, they are missing 4,-0 seAoineas
of the required documentation per the Oakland County Board of Commissioners Miscellaneous
Resolution MR 04120. They are as follows:
1. There is not a signed local resolution.
2. They have not provided expense invoices.
At this time, I am unable to approve the
reimbursement. Should you have any questions, please direct them to me at 8-1410.
Sincerely,
OAKLAND COUNTY HEALTH DIVISION
Department of Human Services
George 3. Miller, M.A.
Manager/Health Officer
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cc: Thomas J. Gordon, Ph.D., Director
Oakland County Department of Human Services
for
FISCAL NOTE (MISC. #04274) September 22, 2004
BY: FINANCE COMMITTEE, CHUCK MOSS, CHAIRPERSON
IN RE: WEST NILE VIRUS FUND REIMBURSEMENT FOR PROJECT IN THE VILLAGE OF
BINGHAM FARMS - FISCAL YEAR 2004 ALLOCATION
TO THE OAKLAND COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Chairperson, Ladies and Gentlemen:
Pursuant to Rule XII-C of this Board, the Finance Committee has
reviewed the above referenced resolution and finds:
1. Funding of $487.70 is available in the West Nile Virus Fund
for FY 2004 to reimburse the Village of Bingham Farms for
this project; no additional appropriation is required.
2. The Committee recommends adoption of this resolution.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote with Webster absent.
Resolution #04274 September 9, 2004
The Chairperson referred the resolution to the General Government Committee and the Finance
Committee. There were no objections.
APPROVE TIE FOREOMPERESOLUTION
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G. William Caddell, County Clerk
Resolution #04274 September 22, 2004
Moved by Moss supported by Zack the resolutions on the Consent Agenda be adopted (with
accompanying reports being accepted).
AYES: Coleman, Coulter, Crawford, Douglas, Gregory, Jam ian, Knollenberg, KowaII, Law, Long,
McMillin, Middleton, Moss, Palmer, Patterson, Potter, Rogers, Scott, Suarez, Webster, Wilson,
Zack, Bullard. (23)
NAYS: None. (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefore, the resolutions on the Consent Agenda were adopted (with
accompanying reports being accepted).
'NOM
STATE OF MICHIGAN)
COUNTY OF OAKLAND)
I, G. William Caddell, Clerk of the County of Oakland, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution is a true
and accurate copy of a resolution adopted by the Oakland County Board of Commissioners on
September 22nd, 2004 with the original record thereof now remaining in my office.
In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the C9anty of Oakland at
Pontiac, Michigan this 22nd day of September, 2004.