PARKS AND RECREATION
HUNTER COMMUNITY CENTER
509 Fisher Court
(248) 589-0334
PUBLIC WORKS
635 W. Elmwood
(248) 288-3222
After Hours: (248) 524-3477
Mon-Thur 6:30am to 3:30pm
CITY HALL
425 N. Main
(248) 435-4500
Mon-Thur 11am to 4pm
POLICE / FIRE
Non-emergency dispatch
(248) 524-3477
BLAIR MEMORIAL
LIBRARY
416 N. Main
(248) 588-5500
HISTORICAL MUSEUM
41 Fisher Court
(248) 588-9169
We create community through
people, parks and programs!
Fall/Winter 2020
CLAWSON HIGHLIGHTS
CLAWSON PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
In This Issue:
Mayor’s Message
2
City Manager Message
3
City Information
4-6
CDC Guidelines
7-8
Youth Activities
9
Hunter CC
10
Blair Memorial Library 11
Department of Public Works 14-16
Water Quality Report
17-22
For up-to-date
reminders and
important news,
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and
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Mayor’s Message
ALL CITY OFFICES CLOSED
Thanksgiving
Nov 26-27
Christmas
Dec 23-25
New Year’s
Dec 30-Jan 1
MLK Day
Jan 18
President’s Day Feb 15
For up-to-date reminders and
im-portant news,
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Clawson Parks and Recreation
and
City of Clawson, Michigan
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As many of you know, Gina Boyd has stepped up to lead the Parks and Recreation Department with the retirement of Kathy Leenhouts. I am so excited to have her fresh perspective, her energy, and her love of Clawson and residents. This Clawson Highlights issue is about Gina introducing herself and her vision for Parks and Recreation. I know you will be as thrilled as I am to have her ideas and vision at Parks and Recs. I do wish it was a better time to make an official introduction as the new head of the Parks and Recreation Department! But working here at Hunter Community Center for over 20 years has taught me that everything - whether or not it’s just fun and games – ebbs and flows. I started working in this department as a junior at Clawson High School, continued to work while I received my bachelor’s degree in public relations from Wayne State University, and even stayed while I began to pursue a career at a public relations firm. But I eventually realized my favorite part of any job I was doing was the interaction I had with people—bringing them joyful moments through event work, store openings, or con-necting with someone here at the center. So I made the move to work here in parks and recreation as a communications coor-dinator in a full-time position under the wonderful Kathy Leenhouts. Having her as a boss and guide for so many years taught me how much of a difference a single person can make on someone’s life and I truly hope I can be even half the director here that she was. Once everything is back to normal, I will invite everyone in the community to celebrate what an amazing leader and person she is—and I’ll look forward to growing in this position as Clawson continues to grow.
Gina Boyd
248-589-0334 / [email protected]
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City Manager’s Message
Update from the City ManagerGreetings to all of you as we wind down the summer and enter the fall and winter holiday seasons. I wanted to first
take a moment to acknowledge all you do as residents for each other and in the City and express our gratitude for
your patience, grace, and understanding during this past year. I have also appreciated your input during my first
month back working here and I welcome the opportunity to hear from each one of you as we navigate through this
pandemic together. I am honored to be serving as the City Manager for such a great community. I feel like I am
back home after spending almost a decade here prior to my departure and I am thankful for this opportunity to
re-turn to the Little City with a Big Heart. I know that I do not have all the answers during these unprecedented and
uncertain times, but I hope that I can be a voice, soundboard, and pillar of leadership that the community can rely
on. This year has shown us that we are resilient and can overcome any obstacle if we work together with humility
and kindness towards one another. I know that we are doing our part and we appreciate your cooperation as we all
navigate through these unprecedented times and adapt to new policies. I would like to extend our sincerest
grati-tude and appreciation to everyone who is doing their part to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and all of the
essen-tial workers who have and still are helping to sustain and protect lives.
I also wanted to acknowledge all the hard work and dedication the City Hall Staff, Library, Museum, DPW,
Recrea-tion/Senior Center, Police and Fire Departments brings to the City. They make my job easier by making things run
smoothly and effectively and I appreciate their dedication to the residents. Time and time again we have seen
em-ployees step up and do whatever it takes to get books to residents, help a resident in distress, deliver a hot meal,
or to simply be there to listen. They do these things because they care for you and I believe it is important to
show-case those efforts. I also want to thank the City Council and appointed Board and Commission members who
con-tinue to volunteer their time to serve this community and provide great insight on the DDA, Library, Museum, Parks,
Planning, Traffic and Zoning matters in the Village to name a few. We are in a new world of ZOOM virtual life and we
are making it work and seeing that it has afforded us a larger reach for communicating to our residents.
As we are all aware, during these unprecedented times, new information is being made available on a continuous
basis and policies are being updated to best respond to the coronavirus pandemic. The most current information
can be found on the following websites:
City of Clawson –
www.cityofclawson.com
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention —
www.cdc.gov
State of Michigan —
www.michigan.gov/Coronavirus
Oakland County Health Division —
www.oakgov.com/covid/Pages/default.aspx
Check for our updated hours at the City as we are open and ready to serve you safely and promptly at our offices.
We continue to strive for a high level of service and continue to evaluate new and more effective and efficient ways
to do business. Remember to take some time to visit our website at
www.cityofclawson.com
and if you ever have
any questions or concerns you can reach out anytime at
or simply call the direct line at
248.435.4500.
Kindest Regards,
Michael Smith
City Manager
City Information
Payments
A drop box is available for payments (check or money orders only - NO cash) and ballots at the south entrance of City Hall. To avoid penalties or late charges, payments must be received before closing on the date the bill is due. When a due date falls on a weekend or a city-designated holiday, payment will be accepted without penalty before close of the next business day. Due to social distancing, please have check or money order written prior to entering the building. Please call ahead if you need an amount due.
Direct Debit:
Payment for water bills may be direct debited from your savings or checking account. Authorization forms can be picked up at the Treasurer’s Office at City Hall or online at www.cityofclawson.com
Drop box:
There is a drop box available 24 hours for payments (check or money order only - NO cash) at the south entrance of City Hall. Due to social distancing, please have check or money order written out prior to entering the building. Please call ahead if you need an amount due - 248-288-3222
US Mail:
Postmarks are not accepted. Postmark and check dates are not accepted as the date for on time payment. To avoid penalties or late charges, payments must be received before closing on the date the bill is due. When a due date falls on a weekend or a city-designated holiday, payment will be accepted without penalty before close of the next business day.
By Telephone:
To make payment over the phone: (855) 563-9104
A 3% fee will be added to your payment - minimum fee of $2.00 will be added when using credit/debit cards.
An E-check Flat fee of $3.00 up to $10,000 payment will be added to your e-check payment. Fees subject to change. Online Payment:
To make a payment online, please visit www.cityofclawson.com
A 3% fee will be added to your payment - minimum fee of $2.00 will be added when using credit/debit cards.
An E-check Flat fee of $3.00 up to $10,000 payment will be added to your e-check payment. Fees subject to change. Drop box:
There is a drop box available 24 hours for payments (check or money order only - NO cash) at the south entrance of City Hall. Due to social distancing, please have check or money order written out prior to entering the building.
Please call ahead if you need an amount due - 248-435-4500 US Mail:
Postmarks are not accepted. Postmark and check dates are not accepted as the date for on time payment. To avoid penalties or late charges, payments must be received before closing on the date the bill is due. When a due date falls on a weekend or a city-designated holiday, payment will be accepted without penalty before close of the next business day.
By Telephone:
To make payment over the phone: (844) 738-4035
A 3% fee will be added to your payment - minimum fee of $2.00 will be added when using credit/debit cards.
An E-check Flat fee of $3.00 up to $10,000 payment will be added to your e-check payment. Fees subject to change. Online Payment:
To make a payment online, please visit: www.cityofclawson.com
A 3% fee will be added to your payment - minimum fee of $2.00 will be added when using credit/debit cards.
An E-check Flat fee of $3.00 up to $10,000 payment will be added to your e-check payment. Fees subject to change. Information is available via a self-serve computer located in the lobby of City Hall or online for a fee through Property Gateway at www.oakgov.com or by calling (888) 600-3773. Your 10-digit parcel number is required to access your information
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City Information
Important Election News for the November 3
General Election:
Election Drop Box – Safe – Secure – No Postage Required – No Mail Delays
■ There is a new 24/7 “ELECTION ONLY” drop box located in the vestibule on the south side of the Building.
Absentee Ballot Requests
The Absentee Ballot application is available online to download at the following link:
■ https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/AVApplication/Index or contact the City Clerk to send one by postal mail. ■ They can be mailed, scanned, faxed, dropped off at our office or our secure drop box located in the south vestibule of City Hall.
In-Person Absent Voting Opportunities
■ Monday - Thursday during city business hours 11am - 4pm ■ Saturday, October 31 from 9am – 5pm
You can contact the City Clerk to make an appointment to vote In-Person by calling 248-435-4500 x 118
Check you Absentee Ballot Status at the following link: https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Voter/Index
Absentee Ballot Deadlines
■ October 30 by 5:00pm - Voters may obtain an absentee ballot via First Class Mail
■ October 31 by 2:00pm - Voters may submit a written re-quest by mail to their local clerk's office to spoil their absen-tee ballot and receive a new ballot by mail.
■ November 2 up to 4:00pm - voters may obtain an absentee ballot in person in the clerk's office.
■ November 3 up to 4:00pm - Emergency absentee voting for November General Election.
■ November 3 up to 8:00pm - Michiganders who register to vote on Election Day may obtain and vote an absentee ballot in person in their local clerk's office or vote in person at their voting precinct.
If you would like to become a registered voter, please register online at the following link:
https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/RegisterVoter
We are actively looking for Poll Workers – please call or email the Clerk’s office if you are interested in helping out with this important process.
For more information, call 248-435-4500 x 118.
Share Your Best Scare
When out and about in Clawson this fall, keep your eyes peeled for homes who are exceptionally decorated for Halloween! Contact the Parks and Recreation Department either by email [email protected] or by phone (248-589-0334) and we’ll keep a list on our website so everyone can enjoy the spookily hard work that our residents have gone to this Halloween season. We know things are different this year and anything we can do to keep our spirits up!
Halloween 2020
The holidays aren’t cancelled, so if you want to still trick-or-treat in some way, check out page 7 for some ideas. Planning on setting up a table at the end of your driveway? Building a candy chute? Email us your favorite ideas and we’ll share them on our Facebook page!
Clawson Fire Department Reminders
This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign is “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!” Cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries, and Thanksgiving is the leading day for fires involving cooking equipment. We want to share a few safety tips to keep you from having a cooking fire. ■ Never leave cooking food unattended. Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling or broiling. If you have to leave, even for a short time, turn off the stove.
■If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly, remain in the home while food is cooking, and use a timer to remind you that you’re cooking.
■You have to be alert when cooking. You won’t be alert if you are sleepy, have taken medicine or drugs, or consumed alco-hol that makes you drowsy.
■Always keep an oven mitt and pan lid nearby when you’re cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan to smother the flame. Turn off the burner, and leave the pan covered until it is completely cool.
■Have a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried. Winter will be upon us sooner than later, and we would like to remind all residents to keep their fire hydrants clear of deep snow and visible in case of emergency. It only takes a few minutes to clear them, and when we need to operate a fire hydrant, a few minutes can make a world of difference. We would also like to urge all residents to use space heaters in a safe manner by placing them on a solid, flat surface and keeping them at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn.
With the current pandemic, our fall and winter events for this year have currently been cancelled. That includes fire pre-vention week in the schools, Fire Station Open House, and the Goodfellows’ Paper Sale. Please feel free to contact the Clawson Fire Department if you have any questions, or you can find additional information on the city website or the Clawson Fire Department Facebook Page.
Celebrate the Holiday Season
As the fall turns into winter, which can bring less sun and fun, we welcome all residents to decorate their homes early and keep the cheerful lights going all season long!! Residents are welcome to contact us so we can share exceptionally-decorated homes or streets in the city.
Don’t forget to keep tabs on our Facebook Page for any fun holiday activities!
City Information
Clawson Lion's Club
You are invited to join and be part of helping your community and charities like Leader Dogs, Penrickton, Beaumont Silent Children and many more. Visit us on our website, Facebook or email us at [email protected]. Not only will the Clawson Lions continue to participate in the largest and longest run-ning parade anywhere, we will have our most popular “Dime Toss”. The “Dime Toss” has been going more than 30 years! It’s a midway favorite. Please visit our event and bring your “A” game to flip a dime in glassware and take it home with you. Great fun and all for charity!
Second & Fourth Mondays at City Hall 7pm
Clawson Food Pantry
700 E. Elmwood / (248) 307-0850
If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, our dedicated team is here to help you. Donation boxes at City Hall and Hunter Community Center.
Third Monday Volunteers meet at 4:30pm
Clawson Rotary Club
First United Methodist Church at 205 N. Main St.
Weekly meetings feature a new speaker on topics of interest to Rotarians, our town, and general subjects. We strive to provide an excellent program to keep our members informed and enlightened on the world. Join us as our guest this week!
Downtown Development Authority
Clawson City Hall / 248-435-5299 www.downtownclawson.comTo ensure our downtown is a great place to shop, work, enjoy and invest while protecting and enhancing our unique character and history. The DDA is always looking for
volunteers and offers it’s own brick fundraiser, so please con-tact them for more information!
Clawson Community Coalition
(248) 259-6208 / achconline.orgOur mission is to offer educational programs, promote positive activities and healthy living through substance abuse prevention. The Coalition is funded through the Alliance of Coalitions for Healthy Communities. Programs offered provide motivational skills needed for today’s youth using several different “life plays" - FAN, peers educating and empowering peers, free community nasal NARCAN® training and youth tobacco and vaping prevention.
Third Wednesday at Clawson Middle School 9am
Clawson / Troy Optimist Club
These community service programs are dedicated to "Bringing Out the Best in Kids". This group oversees the Junior Optimist Clubs in the school district and provide mentoring in meetings and community service. They frequently fundraise to support the Junior Optimist Clubs and scholarships. Fundraising events include but are not limited to charity poker, euchre parties, and various other fundraisers. Please consider joining us at a meeting or volunteering with our Charity Poker events. First Thursday at Shield’s Pizza 6pm
Third Thursday at Shield’s Pizza 11:30am
Clawson Goodfellows
(248) 407-5522 / [email protected]
Your Clawson Goodfellows won't be conducting a paper sale this year due to the pandemic, but we're still here to make sure no child goes without a Christmas. We appreciate any donations, please send them to Clawson Goodfellows, P.O. Box 239, Clawson MI. 48017. Thank you for your support over the years.
Champions Club
clawsonchampionsclub.website.siplay.com
The purpose of the Champions Club is to teach kids a FUN way to stay physically and mentally fit throughout the year. Peer mentorships and sponsorship opportunities are available. Visit the website for meeting times and more info!
GFWC Clawson Women’s Club
City Hall Community Room / (248) 280-4908Looking for a civic organization that supports its community through social, cultural and educational activities? Join us as we sponsor the 4th of July Kiddie Parade, and Lunch with
Santa with all profits supporting the Clawson Library, Historical Society, Goodfellows, Food Pantry, Youth Assistance and other city organizations.
Fourth Tuesday - Sept-May at City Hall 7:30pm
Families Against Narcotics (F.A.N.)
[email protected]This is a community based program for those seeking recov-ery, those in recovrecov-ery, family members affected by addiction and community supporters. FAN seeks to change the face of addiction, dispel the stigma of addiction, and educate the community as well as those affected by addiction. Third Monday at City Hall 7pm
Clawson Youth Assistance
Baker School at 626 Phillips / (248) 219-6502
CLAWSON YOUTH ASSISTANCE CAN HELP WITH EMERGENCY NEEDS! Every child who lives in Clawson whose family is
low-income qualifies for a $100 emergency needs grants once per fiscal year. We understand that many families are facing a sudden loss of income and will work with each family on a case-by-case basis. We do not write checks to individuals. Our suggestion would be that you request help for rent, utilities, groceries, gasoline or another pressing bill which we can pay on-line. You must fill out a separate application for each child. Please e-mail [email protected] to obtain an application
Third Tuesday at Baker 5:30pm
Awesome Clawson
The Awesome Clawson and Awesome Clawson Kids shows are local cable TV shows that talks about the people,
businesses, organizations and events in Clawson. If you would like to be a guest on the shows or have an event that you would like to promote, please feel free to contact the Awe-some Clawson Kids at [email protected].
CDC Guidelines
Current CDC Recommendations for Upcoming Holidays
Halloween
Many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses. There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween. If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you should not participate in in-person Halloween festivities and should not give out candy to trick-or-treaters.
Lower risk activities:
■ Carving or decorating pumpkins with members of your household and displaying them ■ Carving or decorating pumpkins outside, at a safe distance, with neighbors or friends ■ Decorating your house, apartment, or living space
■ Doing a Halloween scavenger hunt where children are given lists of Halloween-themed things to look for while they walk out-doors from house to house admiring Halloween decorations at a distance
■ Having a scavenger hunt-style trick-or-treat search with your household members in or around your home rather than going house to house
Moderate risk activities
■ Participating in one-way trick-or-treating where individually wrapped goodie bags are lined up for families to grab and go while continuing to social distance (such as at the end of a driveway or at the edge of a yard)
■ If you are preparing goodie bags, wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before and after preparing the bags.
■ Having a small group, outdoor, open-air costume parade where people are distanced more than 6 feet apart
■ Attending a costume party held outdoors where protective masks are used and people can remain more than 6 feet apart ■ A costume mask (such as for Halloween) is not a substitute for a cloth mask. A costume mask should not be used unless it is made of two or more layers of breathable fabric that covers the mouth and nose and doesn’t leave gaps around the face. ■ Do not wear a costume mask over a protective cloth mask because it can be dangerous if the costume mask makes it hard to breathe. Instead, consider using a Halloween-themed cloth mask.
■ Going to an open-air, one-way, walk-through haunted forest where appropriate mask use is enforced, and people can remain more than 6 feet apart
■ If screaming will likely occur, greater distancing is advised. The greater the distance, the lower the risk of spreading a respi-ratory virus.
■ Visiting pumpkin patches or orchards where people use hand sanitizer before touching pumpkins or picking apples, wearing masks is encouraged or enforced, and people are able to maintain social distancing
Higher risk activities
■ Participating in traditional trick-or-treating where treats are handed to children who go door to door ■ Having trunk-or-treat where treats are handed out from trunks of cars lined up in large parking lots ■ Attending crowded costume parties held indoors
■ Going to an indoor haunted house where people may be crowded together and screaming ■ Going on hayrides or tractor rides with people who are not in your household
■ Traveling to a rural fall festival that is not in your community if you live in an area with community spread of COVID-19 Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a time when many families travel long distances to celebrate together. Travel increases the chance of getting and spreading the virus that causes COVID-19. Staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others. If you must travel, be informed of the risks involved.
Lower risk activities
■ Having a small dinner with only people who live in your household
■ Preparing traditional family recipes for family and neighbors, especially those at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, and delivering them in a way that doesn’t involve contact with others
■ Having a virtual dinner and sharing recipes with friends and family
■ Shopping online rather than in person on the day after Thanksgiving or the next Monday ■ Watching sports events, parades, and movies from home
Moderate risk activities
■ Having a small outdoor dinner with family and friends who live in your community ■ Lower your risk by following CDC’s recommendations on hosting gatherings or cook-outs. ■ Attending a small outdoor sports events with safety precautions in place
Please visit the CDC website at www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html for updates and additional precautions
Higher risk activities
Avoid these higher risk activities to help prevent the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19: Going shopping in crowded stores just before, on, or after Thanksgiving
Participating or being a spectator at a crowded race Attending crowded parades
Using alcohol or drugs, which can cloud judgement and increase risky behaviors Attending large indoor gatherings with people from outside of your household
Visit us online!
www.cityofclawson.com
Youth Activities
Spanish Immersion Montessori Preschool & Daycare - Ages 3 months-6 years
Hunter Community CenterFounder & Director: Maria Van Dyke
(248) 597-9932 / (248) 797-6947 / spanishfortoddlers.com
Spanish for Toddlers is a Spanish immersion program that uses the Montessori philosophy. It is one of a few schools in the USA that combines the Montessori philosophy of education with language immersion schooling, and has been enjoying steady growth since February 2002.
■ The Spanish environment surrounding our activities enables your child to develop a functional use of Spanish at the same time as practicing early childhood educational concepts. The curriculum also incorporates group activities to reinforce the fun of Spanish language in song, movement and games.
■ This program is designed for children who have no previous knowledge of Spanish, as well as for those who already speak the language.
A minimum of 2 days attendance is required for infant room and preschool. School runs Mon–Fri 7:30am–6pm. Class hours are 9am–12pm and extended care is available. Applications are accepted throughout the year. Open during summer as well.
Contact info is above for updated information!
Youth Sports Contacts
Information for all Youth Sports
can be found at the website clawsonyouthsports.com Basketball Kelly Horne (248) 655-4203
Baseball Jeff Gaglio (586) 295-9014
Football Jason Abrahamson (248) 953-3732 Soccer [email protected] (248) 629-0180 Softball Todd McMillan (248) 854-6733
Hunter Community Center
Recreation & Senior Center—Still Closed
509 Fisher Court
Director of Recreation and Senior Services: Gina Boyd (248) 583-6700 / [email protected]
Hours: Monday—Thursday 8am to 4pm
Transportation for Residents—BACK SOON!
Our regular boundaries are Long Lake Road to the north, 11 Mile Road to the south, Ryan Road to the east and Southfield Road to the west. The extended boundaries are for medical appointments only and include South Boulevard to the north, Nine Mile Road to the south, Van Dyke Avenue to the east and Telegraph Road to the west. All transportation, other than coming to the center, requires a ride ticket. Tickets may ne purchased at the center or from a driver, one ticket for $4 or four tickets for $15.
Scheduling hours are from 8am to 12:30pm Monday through Thursday
Transportation hours from 8am to 2:30pm
Monday through Thursday and from 8am to noon on Friday The City of Clawson provides recreation and social services to our community’s mature population. Right now, carryout meals only are being offered for $3 per person Mondays through Thursdays and will increase to $4 in November. Orders must be placed no later than 9am the day of. Orders must be picked up between 12:15 and 1pm, cash or check only.
Regular Monthly Activities—CURRENTLY SUSPENDED Bingo—Second and last Wednesday 1pm
Birthday celebration—Second Wednesday Blood Pressure Readings—Second Wednesday Canasta — First and third Tuesday 12:30pm Casino Trip—Last Thursday of the month 11am Chair Exercise—Mon/Wed/Fri 10:30 to 11:30am Chair Yoga—Mon/Fri 9:30 to 10:30am
Computer time—Monday through Thursday 8am to 4pm Euchre—Every Tuesday 1pm
Income Tax Assistance—February to April Knit & Crochet—Wednesday 10am to noon Line Dancing—Every Tuesday 1 to 3pm ($5 fee) Lunch Bunch—Second Monday 12:30pm
Monthly Movie at Hunter—Third Thursday 12:45pm Pinochle—Monday 1pm
Podiatrist Visits—First Wednesday 9am Quilting Club—Tuesday 10am to noon Wii Bowling—Thursday
SHARP (Senior Home Assistance Repair Program)
This program began in 2008 as a partnership between the City of Clawson and the North Woodward Community Foundation, and continues to serve those in our community. Throughout our program, we have had a great group of volunteers who have helped seniors with over 700 small projects in their homes and in 2016 alone, the Clawson SHARP organization handles 135 requests submitted by 89 homeowners. Volunteers are background-checked and trained in the process that SHARP uses to help seniors in our community. This is a wonderful program and if you are interested in learning more about it, please contact Kathy Leenhouts at (248) 589-0334.
This program’s success depends on valued and devoted volunteers. Pease contact (248) 589-0334 or stop by the Hunter Community Center if you are interested in volunteering some of your time and skill to this program. A wide variety of skill sets are needed to make this program so successful - from trimming bushes and changing light bulbs, to electrical, plumbing and painting requests. Please consider donating some of your time today!
Examples of work performed:
■ Clean-up and debris removal ■ Grab bar installation ■ Gutter repair and cleaning
(one story homes only)
■ Installing or replacing locks ■ Moving items to curb ■ Repairing stairs
■ Replace broken glass ■ Replacing faucets ■ Securing loose tiles ■ Window caulking ■ Installing storm windows ■ Replacing light fixtures
■ Replacing electrical outlets ■ Repairing holes in drywall ■ Painting related to repairs ■ Installing smoke detectors ■ Installing house address numbers ■ Installing window air conditioners
Blair Memorial Library
416 North Main Street Library Director: Jenni Gannod (248) 588-5500 / www.clawson.lib.mi.usFall/Winter Hours: (Labor Day- Memorial Day): Please call, check our website or Facebook page for the status of our hours. September is Library Card Sign-up Month!
Make sure everyone in your family has their own "smartest card." A library card provides access to not only books, but movies, music, computers, and a variety of electronic databases. Call the library for more information today!!
Library Resources Reference Help
We are here to assist you with your questions and information needs. From locating library materials to answering questions, please give us a call!
WiFi 24/7
Blair Memorial Library provides wireless internet accessible from laptops and other wireless-enabled mobile devices. The WiFi is free and available 24/7, even from the Library parking lot.
Library Online Catalog
Access the library's catalog electronically to browse the collec-tion, place holds or renew your items. There’s a children’s cata-log and mobile version too!!
eBooks /Libby
Residents of Clawson with a valid library card are able to have access to downloadable eBooks and digital audio books through a variety of mobile devices with our subscription to Libby. Please find more information at the library and on our website.
eMagazines / RBdigital –
Clawson residents using our updated Clawson library card can now download full-color, interactive digital magazines for free on your mobile devices, PCs or Macs. Please find more information at the library and on our website.
Learn a Language!
Residents of Clawson with a valid library card are able to study 163 languages online, using Pronunciator, a language-learning lab funded by the Friends of the Library. Please follow the link on the library’s home page.
Michigan eLibrary or MeL
All Michigan residents can have free access to online full-text articles, full-text books, digital images, and other valuable re-search information at any time via the Internet. Plus, access to an easy-to-use interlibrary loan system to borrow books and other library materials for free from participating Michigan librar-ies. Go to our homepage to learn more.
Be a Friend!
The Friends of the Blair Memorial Library invite you to be-come actively involved as they support the library in many special ways. A variety of Friends activities could use your help. Please ask at the library for more information. First Monday of each month Sept-June 6:30PM
Virtual Programs
Additional programs may be scheduled -- upcoming pro-gram information can be found on our website, our Face-book page, or by calling the library.
www.clawson.lib.mi.us
www.facebook.com/BlairMemorialLibrary 248.588.5500
Online Storytime
This fall we will be doing our Storytimes on Facebook Live. Join Kristin, our Youth Services Librarian, on (most) Tues-days at 10:30am for stories & songs. Call us or check online for upcoming dates.
Chapter Chat
Join us on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 4:00 – 4:45pm to discuss a well-loved children's chapter book. This intergenerational book club is suitable for readers ages 8 – adult.
UPCOMING VIRTUAL MEETINGS (Zoom) Wed, Sept 23: El Deafo by Cece Bell
Wed, Oct 28: The Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Pater-son
Wed, Nov 25: Harbor Me by Jacqueline Woodson
Registrants will receive an emailed link prior to event date Please email [email protected] to register using the subject line "Chapter Chat"
Wednesday Afternoon Book Club
We have decided to move our upcoming book club meet-ings to an online format. Registrants will receive an emailed link prior to event date. Please email [email protected] to register using the subject line "Wednesday Afternoon Bookclub"
On the third Wednesday of each month, from 1:00 to 2:00PM, the Wednesday Afternoon Book Club will read from the list below!
VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB MEETINGS (Zoom) 9/16/2020 - French Exit - Patrick deWitt
10/21/2020 - The Woman in the Window - A. J. Finn 11/18/2020 - The Bear - Andrew Krivak
12/16/20 - The Snow Child - Eowyn Ivey
■ Do not park in the street on your collection day until leaves have been cleared.
■ No sticks, stones, glass or debris of any kind will be
picked-up by the leaf collection equipment and may injure city workers.
■ It is requested that residents use paper compost bags or properly labeled cans for the remaining part of the year. Those who do not wish to rake leaves for collection may continue to do so.
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Trash Pick-up
■ Garbage cans or bags are not to be places at the curb earlier than 6pm on the day before your collection.
■ Christmas trees will be picked-up curbside on Wednesdays from January 6 until January 20. Trees must be bare, without any decorations or bags.
■ Please note: Christmas trees may also be taken to the SOCRRA facility at no charge.
Your Energy Savings Program
Get rid of the extra old working refrigerator by letting DTE Energy recycle it for you. Schedule a no-hassle pick-up online or call DTE Energy at (866) 796-0512. They’ll pick up your old working refrigerator and mail you a check for $50! They recy-cle 98% of that old refrigerator so it’s good for the environ-ment as well as your wallet. If you also have an old working freezer you want to get rid of, DTE Energy will also recycle that and pay you another $50. At the same time, they will also pick up your old working room air conditioner and/or dehumidifier, which will qualify for a $20 rebate (must be picked up with a refrigerator or freezer). Rebates are also available for furnace tune-ups, water heaters and air condi-tioners. Call today!
■ Leaf collection will begin the week of October 19 - pickup is according to the map on the next page, and will end the week of November 23. Due to the week of Thanksgiving (November 23-25) being a short week, please have your leaves out on Sunday, November 22.
■ On main roads - leaves may not be raked into the street. Please place your leaves on the edge of your curb,
remaining on your property, in rows less than four feet wide. ■ On residential streets - leaves will be picked up from the street in front of your property, 12 inches from the curb to allow for water flow, in rows less than four feet wide. Do not rake leaves into the street until the night before your scheduled pick-up.
D.P.W. 635 W. Elmwood Superintendent: Matt Hodges
(248) 288-3222 / [email protected] Hours: Monday—Thursday 6:30am to 3:30pm
After Hours Emergency: (248) 524-3477
Brush, Shrub, Log and Stump Removal
■ Branches smaller than two inches in diameter and shrubs with roots removed should be put out with yard waste—cut into lengths of four to four-and-a-half feet and bundled with twine. Bundles cannot weigh more than 50 pounds. Please set bundles with ends cut ends at curb. Both smaller branches and branches with thorns must be cut up and placed in yard waste bags or in marked yard waste containers (35 gallon maximum). You may pickup yard waste stickers at D.P.W. or City Hall during office hours.
■ Branches larger than two inches in diameter must be disposed of privately.
■ Stumps and logs must be disposed of privately. ■ Logs, stumps, branches and dirt may be brought to the Madison Heights or Rochester Hills SOCRRA transfer station for a fee. For more information, visit socrra.org.
Street Light Problems
To file a complaint about a faulty or malfunctioning street light, please contact DTE Energy. You may do so by either calling (800) 477-4747 or going online to dteenergy.com. Once you complete your report, someone will attempt to re-solve the problem in three-to-five business days.
Leaf Pick-Up
The burning of leaves in the City of Clawson is PROHIBITED. The city will pick-up leaves during the months of October and November ONLY as follows:
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2020 Compost collection will end on Wednesday, December 16 2021 compost collection will begin
Wednesday, April 7 Residents who wish to dispose of yard waste material after the collection season ends may drop off such materials at the SOCRRA location on Coolidge Highway in Royal Oak.
Department of Public Works
Snow and Ice Removal
It won’t be long before the snow will begin to fall! Along with all the fun that winter brings, so come the hazards of cold weather. Snow and ice that accumulates on the sidewalks causes undue hardships on our seniors, students and neighbors who regularly use these pathways for recreation, fitness and convenience.
Section 29-3:
Removal of snow and ice from sidewalks required: ■ The occupant or owner of any property, whether or not it is currently occupied, is required to keep the width of the sidewalk in front of or adjacent to the premises cleared of snow and ice to facilitate safe pedestrian use. Where there are no sidewalks, the occupant or owner must clear a path free from snow or ice where the pathway would otherwise be. Whenever any snow or ice has fallen to the height of one inch or more, it must be cleared within 24 hours of accumulation.
Don’t forget! PLACING SNOW IN THE STREET IS ILLEGAL. The uniform traffic code states, “A person shall not deposit, or cause to be deposited, snow, ice or slush on any roadway or highway.”
Snow Plowing Procedure
The D.P.W. snow removal procedure is to start plowing after four or more inches of snowfall. When plowing the residential streets, the city is divided into five areas, which are plowed simultaneously, according to availability and equipment. DO NOT PARK YOUR VEHICLE IN THE STREET UNTIL THE ROAD-WAY HAS BEEN CLEARED.
Given the nature of the varied and sometimes rapidly changing climatic conditions that impact our city, the following is a prioritized list of our snow removal plan, based on past experience and allotted resources:
1: Major streets and intersections 2: Fire route
3: Residential area streets
4: Dead-end streets and cul-de-sacs
Barring any unforeseen or unusual circumstances, such as major incapacitating blizzards, all four priorities should be maintained simultaneously and kept open at all times. Though when this is not possible, city workers will
Water Quality Report
CITY OF CLAWSON 2019 CONSUMERS ANNUAL REPORT ON WATER QUALITY ATTENTION: THIS IS AN IMPORTANT REPORT ON WATER QUALITY AND SAFETY
The City of Clawson, The Southeastern Oakland County Water Authority (SOCWA) and the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) are proud of the fine drinking water they supply and are honored to provide this report to you. The 2019 Consumers Annual Report on Water Quality shows the sources of our water, lists the results of our tests, and contains important information about water and health. We will notify you immediately if there is ever any reason for concern about our water. We are pleased to show you how we have surpassed water quality standards as mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
About the System
The City of Clawson purchases water from the Southeastern Oakland County Water Authority (SOCWA) at three locations. SOCWA provides GLWA water through its member distribution systems to a population of 210,000 within a 56 square mile area. Current members are Berkley, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Birmingham, Clawson, Huntington Woods, Lathrup Village, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Southfield and Southfield Township.
Your source water comes from the Detroit River, situated within the Lake St. Clair, Clinton River, Detroit River, Rouge River, Ecorse River, watersheds in the U.S. and parts of the Thames River, Little River, Turkey Creek and Sydenham watersheds in Canada. EGLE in partner-ship with the U.S. Geological Survey, the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department, and the Michigan Public Health Institute performed a source water assessment in 2004 to determine the susceptibility of GLWA’s Detroit River source water for potential contamination. The susceptibility rating is based on a seven-tiered scale and ranges from very low to very high determined primarily using geologic sensitivity, water chemistry, and potential contaminant sources. The report described GLWA’s Detroit River intakes as highly susceptible to potential contamination. However, all four GLWA water treatment plants that service the city of Detroit and draw water from the Detroit River have historically provided satisfactory treatment and meet drinking water standards.
GLWA has initiated source-water protection activities that include chemical containment, spill response, and a mercury reduction program. GLWA participates in a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit discharge program and has an emergency response manage-ment plan. In 2016, EGLE approved the GLWA Surface Water Intake Protection Program plan. The programs include seven elemanage-ments that include the following: roles and duties of government units and water supply agencies, delineation of a source water protection areas, identi-fication of potential of sources of contamination, management approaches for protection, contingency plans, siting of new water sources, public participation and public education activities. If you would like to know more information about the Source Water Assessment report please, contact GLWA at (313) 926-8102.
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Your source water comes from the lower Lake Huron watershed. The watershed includes numerous short, seasonal streams that drain to Lake Huron. EGLE in partnership with the U.S. Geological Survey, the Detroit Water and Sewerage Department, and the Michigan Public Health Institute performed a source water assessment in 2004 to determine the susceptibility of potential contamination. The susceptibility rating is a seven-tiered scale ranging from “very low” to “very high” based primarily on geologic sensitivity, water chemistry, and contaminant sources. The Lake Huron source water intake is categorized as having a moderately low susceptibility to potential contaminant sources. The Lake Huron water treatment plant has historically provided satisfactory treatment of this source water to meet drinking water standards. In 2015, GLWA received a grant from EGLE to develop a source water protection program for the Lake Huron water treatment plant intake. The program includes seven elements that include the following: roles and duties of government units and water supply agencies, delinea-tion of a source water protecdelinea-tion areas, identificadelinea-tion of potential of source water protecdelinea-tion area, management approaches for protecdelinea-tion, contingency plans, siting of new sources and public participation and education. If you would like to know more information about the Source Water Assessment report please, contact GLWA at (313) 926-8102.
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency’s Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800) 426-4791.
The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity.
Contaminants that may be present in source water include:
■ Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural live-stock operations, and wildlife.
■ Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming.
■ Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff, and residential uses. ■ Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organics, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff and septic systems.
■ Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations, which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water pro-vided by public water systems. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which must provide the same protection for public health.
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Important Health Information Lead
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The City of Clawson is responsible for providing high quality drinking water but, cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http:// www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
People with Special Health Concerns
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than is the general population. Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Crypto-sporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800) 426-4791.
Infants and young children are typically more vulnerable to lead in drinking water than the general population. It is possible that lead levels at your home may be higher than at other homes in the community as a result of materials used in your home’s plumbing. If you are concerned about elevated lead levels in your home’s water, you may wish to have your water tested and flush your tap for 30 sec-onds to 2 minutes before using tap water. Additional information is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791). Questions:
■ Local Distribution: City of Clawson, Public Works Administration (248) 288-3222
■ Southeastern Oakland County Water Supply System – Water Authority offices: (248) 288-5150. Visit our web site at www.socwa.org
■ Great Lakes Water Authority – www.glwater.org
■ Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) - (586) 753-3755 – www.michigan.gov/egle ■ U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – Safe Drinking Water Hotline: (800) 426-4791.
Important District Numbers
CR-RT BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit #96 Clawson, MICity of Clawson
425 N. Main St.
Clawson, MI 48017
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City Numbers
Animal Control - Oakland County 248-858-1070 Blair Memorial Library 248-588-5500 Chamber of Commerce 248-435-6500 City Cable Channels 248-435-5960 City Municipal Offices 248-435-4500 Department of Public Works 248-288-3222 Historical Museum 248-588-9169 Parks & Recreation 248-589-0334 Police/Fire Dispatch 248-524-3477 Senior Center 248-583-6700
SOCRRA 248-288-5150
School Numbers
Clawson Public Schools 248-655-4400 Clawson High School 248-655-4200 Clawson Middle School 248-655-4250 Clawson Youth Assistance 248-655-4401 Kenwood Elementary 248-655-3838 Schalm Elementary 248-655-4949
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