My first day as Village Administrator was March 14 and I greatly appreciate the warm welcome my family and I have received from many members of the community. I’m thankful for the 25 years of dedicated service that Sharon Miller provided to Wolverine Lake and I’m honored that Council has entrusted me to serve as her replacement.

I’m not originally from this area, but it didn’t take long at all for me to recognize that Wolverine Lake is a special place. As I continue to get acclimated to this new role, I hope you’ll feel free to share your thoughts, ideas, questions, and concerns with me. Your input is always invited as we strive to provide quality services to the Village. And please be sure to visit www.wolverinelake.com to stay updated on the latest Village news and learn about our upcoming events.

Best wishes for a wonderful spring and summer!

Nathan Burd

Letter from Administrator Nathan Burd

2016 Election

The Vote: At each Village election there usually are four Council seats available. The three receiving the highest number of votes are elected for a term of office of four years;

the one receiving the fourth highest number of votes is elected for a term of office of two years.

The following is a list of Council people with terms that will be expiring: Patrick Nagy, Brian Nedrow, John Scott and Ed Sienkiewicz.

Eligibility for office in the Village: An applicant must be a resident of the Village for at least two years prior to the last day for filing for a petition for office and be a qualified and registered elector of the Village throughout his or her tenure of office.

Village candidates who wish to seek office at the November general election need to file an Affidavit of Identity and a Nonpartisan Nominating Petition with the Commerce Township Clerk by 4:00 p.m., July 26, 2016. Packets can be obtained from Commerce Township.

Senior Services

• Bus Transportation:

Need to visit the bank, doctor, grocery store

or even go the mall? Contact 248-698-3994

to make an appointment.

• Activities:

Visit the Richardson Center for a variety of

activities at 1485 Oakley Park Road.

Contact 248-926-0063

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Wolverine Lake, MI 48390

Reminders:

• Election Day Tuesday, November 8th

• Tiki Night Fireworks Sunday, July 3rd

• Village Taxes Due Wednesday, August 31st

• Yard Waste is Collected from the First Tuesday of April until the last Tuesday of November

• No High Speed Boating 7:30 pm to 11:00 am

• Pump your Septic Tank every 2-3 Years

Dog Tags

Dog Tags are available at Village Hall. DEADLINE is JUNE 1ST. Must supply a proof of rabies and spay/neutering. Cash or Check please.

Residents of the Village, in conjunction with Military Families United of Michigan and K9 Defender Fund, will again host a Packing Party to support our troops and military working dogs serving on the battlefield by sending them some small comforts of home.

HOW CAN YOU HELP? You may donate items to be packed in the care packages. You may volunteer to pack the care packages at the Packing Party. You may also donate $$ as it costs $15.00+ to mail each box or you may donate $$ toward the cost of a K-9 protective gear package.

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Weed / Grass - Ordinance 694.04

Support Our Troops Packing Party

Onwards and Upwards!!

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The owner, agent, or occupant of land on which noxious weeds or grass are found growing shall destroy the weeds or grass before they reach seed bearing stage and prevent their re-growth, or shall prevent them from becoming a detriment to public health. Weeds not cut by May 1st of any given year may be cut by the Village, at which point the owner, agent or occupant of the property shall be charged with the cost of service. The Village may cut weeds or grass as many times as it is necessary and charge the cost to the owner, agent, or occupant of the land, and the Village shall have a lien against the land for the amount of the expense.

Please Note: No prior individual notification will be given.

Before you tackle that improvement project around the house or have a contractor do it for you, make certain you have the re-quired permits. Don’t assume your contractor has gotten a permit for you. Insist on seeing the permit and make sure it is properly posted.

A general rule of thumb is that a permit is required for anything except routine maintenance items like painting. The Village’s Code Enforcement Officer reports that people often fail to get permits for re-roofing, sheds, windows and decks. Avoid problems later on and obtain your permit before you begin.

If you are uncertain if you need a permit or not, call the Village Office.

THE PACKING PARTY WILL BE:

Saturday, October 15, 2016, from 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon at Shepherd of the Lakes Lutheran Church, 2905 S. Commerce Road, Wolverine Lake, MI 48390 and is organized by Village Residents: Joann Sullivan 248-624-1706; Kristy

Nedrow 248-960-0244; Denny DeWitt, Vietnam

Veteran.

Very soon, the Packing Party flyer, listing all the possible donation items will be available on the Village Website, www.wolverinelake.com, and at Village Hall, 425 Glengary, Wolverine Lake, MI 48390.

Construction Ahead?

The Onwards and Upwards Community Enrichment Fund is now a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. This organization is dedicated to upholding and sustaining a community conscience focused on unity and service within the Village of Wolverine Lake by operating as a vehicle in which to provide Village residents with meaningful opportunities to band together to help where help is needed through established and growing volunteer groups as well as annual fundraisers.

Formerly known as the "Friends of the Fireworks", Onwards and Upwards is also a community group dedicated to organizing and upholding the Village of Wolverine Lake tradition of Tiki Night (the annual Wolverine Lake fireworks display) every year. Now, because of their 501(c)3 non-profit status, donations are tax deductible.

On Saturday, June 4, 2016 they will be hosting the 9th annual John Coxeter Classic Golf Outing and Dinner Party.

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Sewer Connection

Upcoming Park and Recreation Events

If you were born after 1978

you must have a boater safety

certificate on your person to

operate a personal watercraft

such as a jet ski.

Sewers are available on all Lakefront streets (excluding Helmsford ) and major roads (Glengary, Benstein and S. Commerce) Please note: connection will be mandatory for homes where septic systems fail/need repair or if you build an addition greater than 100 square feet of livable space on these streets. Residents interested in joining the next Special Assessment District for Sewer Connection should contact Village Hall 248-624-1710.

Joining a Special Assessment District will allow you to pay most of the costs over 10 years on the Village tax bill.

Boater Safety Class

Keep our waterways safe! Register today for instruction in boater safety and receive your certificate the same day. Also, many insurance companies will discount your boat insurance. Pre-registration is required so stop by Village Hall with cash or check. The cost is $15 per person—Saturday, June 4th—Seating is limited—9 am to 4 pm—bring a snack, lunch and writing supplies.

Clean Boats—Clean Water

Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS) is an extremely serious viral disease of fresh and saltwater fish, and we want to keep our lake clean of this devastating disease. There is no known cure for VHS so once it is in our lake, there is no turning back.

The Department of Public Works (DPW) maintains a boat disinfection station at the DNR boat launch. Boaters are strongly encouraged to spray their watercraft prior to launching. Also, make certain that your boat and trailer are free from any plants, sediment or aquatic life, plus make certain live wells are drained and unwanted bait is thrown in the trash.

Thank you for your participation!

TUESDAYS IN THE PARK

Allow your children to jump, run and play! This event will be held the 3rd Tuesday of each month during the summer (June 21st and July 19th) at Clara Miller Park from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. On each of the two evenings inflatables will be added to the park’s play equipment for the children to enjoy. Socks are required.

WATER PARK BUS TRIP

Monday, July 11th. Reserve today—limited seating—$6.50 per person. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Cash or check only at Village Hall. Leave Clara Miller at 10 am—Depart from the water park at 3 pm.

15th ANNUAL FISHING CONTEST

Mark your calendars for this year’s contest—August 27th—pre-register at Village Hall. Applications will be available soon.

VILLAGE FESTIVAL/CORN ROAST

September 10th—as usual, the Park and Recreation Board will be organizing activities, food and entertainment for all to enjoy. Watch for more information on the web-site or on the email information line.

TIGERS GAME BUS TRIP

August 19th. Deadline to purchase is July 18th by 4:00 p.m. Visit our website

www.wolverinelake.com for complete details such as ticket prices, game time, etc.

Village Council has implemented a permit procedure for Temporary Storage Structures, Construction Trailers and Dumpsters. Whenever you’re erecting a membrane structure or placing a Portable On-Demand Storage (PODS) unit, construction trailer or dumpster on your property a permit is required. There is no charge for the permit but Village Ordinance 1250.08 does stipulate where these items may be placed on the property and how long they may temporarily remain there. Permit applications are available at Village Hall or on the Village website.

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Recreational Fires

Waterfront Wisdom

Temporary Storage Structures, Construction Trailers & Dumpsters

HavenHavenHavenHaven————Help-Against-Violent-Encounters-Now

Haven’s Mission is to eliminate domestic Violence,

sexual assault and child abuse through treatment

and prevention services throughout Oakland County.

Anyone can call the 24-hour Crisis and Support Line,

Local: 248-334-1274, Toll free: 877-922-1274

Lakes Area Youth AssistanceLakes Area Youth AssistanceLakes Area Youth AssistanceLakes Area Youth Assistance—Lakes Area Youth

Assistance provides programs and counseling to

strengthen families in the Lakes Area. This service is

available to Village residents. For more info call:

248-956-5070 or visit www.oaklandcourts.com or

oaklandhelplink.org

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With warm weather finally here, now is a perfect time to consider and plan the expansion of your lake front gardens in early spring. Excess nutrients from fertilizers, yard waste and pesticides from home lawn and garden activities can enter waterways in storm water runoff. Creating a garden buffer along the lake shore is not only beautiful but easy to do! It slows runoff, prevents erosion and provides added filtration to the lake. Utilize natural materials, such as wildflowers, grasses and shrubs, to stabilize shorelines. Native Michigan plants have extensive root systems that cut down watering needs, help infiltrate water back into the ground, minimize shoreline erosion and filter pollutants before entering the lake. ***Seawalls greatly reduce or eliminate riparian habitat. If you have an existing seawall, try supplementing the area in front of the structure with native aquatic vegetation to help restore lost aquatic habitat. They hold bottom sediments in place and protect the shoreline from the erosive forces of wind and ice action along with restoring aquatic habitat.

Camp fires are allowed in the Village of Wolverine Lake with the purchase of a Commerce Township fire permit, available at the fire station at 2401 Glengary Road.

Burning is not allowed: When the wind speed is above 10 mph., within 50 feet of any structure, on any road right of way or safety path. No flammable liquids can be used to start a fire. Fires shall be tended to at all times by a person 14 years of age or older. Extinguishment provisions must be readily available. Fire size must be no larger than 3x3x3 feet. Seasoned firewood only and a maximum of 5 hour burn time.

Fight the Bite

The Village is once again participating in the Oakland County Health Division’s program to protect our community from the West Nile Virus. Insect repellant containing deet as recommended by the Center for Disease Control along with educational materials explaining how you can help protect yourself and help control the mosquito population will be available. Staff will hand these out to Village residents (one per household) while the supply lasts. Michigan’s West Nile Virus hot line: 1-888-757-5717.

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With the annual summer water recreation season upon us, the Village Water Board and Wolverine Lake Marine Police Patrol have issued the following reminders to everyone regarding our feathered neighbors who share our lake with us.

Please Do Not Feed the Water Fowl: Village Council enacted an ordinance banning the feeding or baiting of all waterfowl. Violators are subject to civil penalties. There are two primary reasons for the ban: first it is always a bad idea to teach wild animals to become dependent on humans and second, it is an even worse idea to attract migratory water fowl to the Village of Wolverine Lake. This not only can lead to confrontations (see the following caution regarding rogue water fowl) but adds to the lake and lawn pollution from the birds excrement.

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Fertilizer and Lake Weeds

Water Fowl

Pathway Etiquette

Have Your Private Well TestedHave Your Private Well TestedHave Your Private Well TestedHave Your Private Well Tested

Water wells should be tested

periodically to insure that they provide

safe drinking water. Pick up water

sampling bottles at Village Hall. $11 for

both nitrate and e-coli testing. Drop off

site is the Wixom City Hall on Tuesday

morning before 10 am. Oakland County

will pick up your samples, test and

notify you with the results. For more

information contact

248-624-1710.

Report Rogue Water Fowl Confrontations: Residents are encouraged to report to the police any confrontations with swans or other wild fowl that pose a threat to boaters and others using the lake, in order to compile a more accurate record of these occurrences and to help identify rogue birds that habitually threaten humans, please call County Dispatch at 248-624-1335 or Village Hall at 248-624-1710 with any complaints.

Report Abuse or Harassment of Water Fowl: Please report to the police any instances of people abusing, harassing or antagonizing the wildlife. Stopping this human aggression early will prevent a swan from becoming aggressive itself. Please call 248-624-1335 or 248-624-1710.

Keep informed of what is new in the Village. Visit the Village website home page and join the information e-mail list for current updates of news and activities. Click the envelope icon and follow the prompts.

What’s Happening?

In 2006 the Village adopted an ordinance to control the application of fertilizer on lakefront lawns, a further step in reducing the impact of runoff from applications of lawn fertilizer on turf containing phosphorous, nitrogen, and other minerals. This results in excessive and accelerated growth of algae and aquatic plants, which can negatively impact the lake’s eco-system.

The ordinance defines the acceptable types and amounts of fertilizers that may be used, the timing and frequency of applications, and sets a 15 foot buffer zone around the edge of the lake or wetland within which no fertilizer should be applied.

The ordinance also establishes a licensing requirement for commercial and institutional applicators working within the Village. For further information, contact the Village Offices at 248-624-1710.

To promote a safe environment on all pathways throughout the Village, the following guidelines are recommended: 1. Show courtesy and respect at all times to other pathway users. 2. Use the right side of the pathway. 3. Pass other users on the left. 4. Give audible warnings when passing other users. 5. Listen for audible warnings and allow faster users to pass freely. 6. Keep dogs on a leash (it’s the law) and clean up after them. 7. Bicyclists/Rollerbladers should proceed at a safe speed and be predictable. Go straight ahead! 8. Yield to wheelchairs no matter who has the

right of way. 9. Avoid putting yourself and others at risk!

VILLAGE OF WOLVERINE LAKE

Council: 7:00 p.m.

Second Wednesday of every month.

Water Management: 7:00 p.m.

First Wednesday of every month.

Planning: 7:00 p.m.

Fourth Thursday of every month.

Zoning Board of Appeals: 7:00 p.m.

Third Tuesday of every month.

Park and Recreation: 7:00 p.m.

Third Monday of every month.

Meeting Dates Administration Contact Information

425 Glengary Road Wolverine Lake, MI 48390

Phone: 248-624-1710

Fax: 248-624-3536

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Watch broadcasts of the Village Council meetings on the website

Village Offices Closed

Memorial Day, May 30, 2016

Independence Day, July 4, 2016

Labor Day, September 5, 2016

Police: 248-624-1335

425 Glengary Rd. Wolverine Lake,

Fire: 248-560-0051

2401 Glengary Rd. Commerce Township,

Village Hall: 248-624-1710

425 Glengary Rd. Wolverine Lake,

All emergencies dial 911

Administrator: Nathan Burd

Police Captain: John Ellsworth

Clerk: Nathan Burd

Treasurer: Mike Kondek

Council

President—John Magee

Pro-Tem—Ed Sienkiewicz

Mark Duff, Patrick Nagy, Brian Nedrow, John Scott, Mike Stack

Online Payments

Now available on the Village Website: Pay your water bill, taxes

and most Village activities.

Courtesy: Tom Hite

Village Hall