Berkley eNews - December 2016
City of Berkley, Michigan sent this bulletin at 11/29/2016 12:53 PM EST
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City Clerk's Office Unofficial Election Results November 8, 2016 General Election
Connect with the City Berkley Online Upcoming City Council Meetings
Upcoming Planning Commission Meetings
Upcoming Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) Meetings
City Council Meetings begin at 7 PM. Planning Commission meetings and ZBA Meetings begin at 7:30 PM. City Council, Planning Commission and ZBA meetings are held at the Berkley City Hall. You can watch the meetings live on the city's website or on cable.(WOW-ch. 10, Xfinity-Ch. 17). A taped version of the Council and Planning meetings are available on the City's YouTube channel 3-4 days after the meeting. *ZBA meetings are not televised or recorded* Hours of Operation City Hall offices are open M-F from 8:30 AM to 5 PM; closed from 1-2 PM The Department of Public Works office is open M-F from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM ALL city offices, including the Berkley Public Library will be closed from:
in observance of the Christmas holiday and New Year holiday. Berkley Historical Museum The Berkley Historical Museum has an amazing collection of historic photos of our city. Trivia question: What was the name of Coolidge before 1926? Monnier! It was renamed 'Coolidge' to honor the sitting President. The Berkley Historical Museum is located in Berkley's old Fire Hall at 3338 Cooldige Hwy. The Museum is open on Wednesdays from 10 AM - 1 PM and on Sundays from 2 PM - 4 PM. |
Message From the Mayor The final month of 2016 is upon us and our fair City of Berkley is poised once again to celebrate some of the great traditional holidays that enrich the lives of our residents. The festivities begin on December 3rd with the afternoon events along 12 Mile leading to the annual Holiday Lights parade that evening. I have been assured that Santa Claus, a great friend of all the girls and boys of Berkley, will be on hand to light the city’s Christmas tree at the Gazebo. He will also be available to finalize his list and take last minute requests. I intend to spend a few moments with Santa to assure him that our children are well behaved and that they will appreciate whatever gifts they receive at Christmas. The organizing committee, led by Paul Swazey and Cinda Coon, is a treasure in our city. They raise the funds and attend to the details just to help enable and see the awe in the children’s eyes. Another example of people making good things happen in our city! Months ago, I agreed to keep you briefed on the ongoing investigation of accusations and charges made against elected and appointed residents as well as employees of the city. The investigation is being expertly handled by the County Sherriff’s Dept. To date, multiple interviews have been conducted, materials have been reviewed and the process remains ongoing. When a final report becomes available, I will report the findings here. Other platforms will also be used to publicize the conclusions. While it seems like the process takes a long time, we respect the thoroughness of the investigation. Water main breaks continue require the attention of the Public Works Department. It is anticipated that freeze-thaw cycles will increase the pressure on our aged water mains. We are grateful to the Public Works employees for their dedication to dealing with unpredictable demands while continuing their regular duties. The Christmas and Hanukkah religious holidays round out the year in our culture. Yet for some the season represents a period of frenetic shopping and high stress; others experience dysphoric feelings associated with memories of family members no longer with us; and many focus on the spiritual themes that enrich their lives. In whatever manner you experience the festive season, may you find joy and peace.
From the City Manager Chat with Matt Thank you to all those who attended our second “Chat with Matt” on Wednesday, October 19. Over 35 residents came out to Robina Plaza on what turned out to be a beautiful fall night to participate in open and casual conversation. Derrick Scheuller, Director of the Department of Public Works, was our guest speaker for the event. Mr. Scheuller provided the group with an overview on the following projects: Harvard Road Reconstruction and Water Main Project, Coolidge Highway Resurfacing, Cross Connection Control Program, and Stormwater, Asset Management and Wastewater (SAW) Grant. Below are a couple of the questions and answers from the gathering: Q: How many water breaks has the city experienced so far this year? Q: Who do we contact if we have questions regarding the Cross Connection Control Program? Public Works Garbage and recycling pick-up for the months of December and January will occur on regularly scheduled days (no changes).
November 30 was the last day to rake leaves to the curb for City pickup. During the off season, yard waste placed in paper bags may be taken to the SOCRRA at no charge. Christmas tree pick-up will follow brush removal guidelines as outlined on the City website. No plastic bags and all decorations, lights, stands shall be removed prior to placement at the curb. To see the brush removal guidelines, click here. 90 gallon trash toters (cans) can be purchased from the DPW for $60 each. These are wheeled cans with attached lids that are dumped mechanically by City refuse hauler. Any homeowners leaving the City during the winter months are encouraged to contact the DPW to temporarily change the mailing address for utility bills and shut off the water service at the curb to limit the possibility of pipes freezing.
Snow plowing season is almost here! We urge residents
 and businesses to follow the guidelines below:
Any questions on the above, please call the Berkley DPW at 248-658-3490.
We encourage all residents to sign up for Berkley email updates. In addition to receiving the monthly city newsletter, residents will be sent alerts related to water main breaks, road construction and snow removal. Homeowners can sign up online by clicking here. |
Library
The library will be closed Friday, December 23 through Monday, December 26 and Friday, December 30 through Monday, January 1 for the holiday season. Adults Book Upcycling: Holiday Decor Phillip J. Hale Trio (Jazz concert) Taoist Tai Chi Origami Club at Berkley Library Afternoon Book Club Berkley Rock Hounds Berkley Reading Society (NEW evening book group!) Youth Frozen Sing-Along Family Craft Night Family Movie: Elf Storytime with Santa Library Hours:
For more information, call 248-658-3440, visit our website here. or find us on Facebook at by clicking here.
Parks and Recreation
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This was taken in 1926 from 12 Mile Road looking north onto the new stretch of Coolidge. Until 1926 Coolidge ended at 12 Mile Road. It became famous for being a mud trap for many years and the then Village bought a tractor to help pull stuck cars out of the mire. The first Berkley Days was held to celebrate the opening of this section of Coolidge Highway.
library's origami club! This club provides an opportunity to learn and explore with like-minded individuals. The club meets the first Monday of every month.
snowman to decorate your room for the holidays or give as a gift! To register, 
