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If you have seen a crime please report what you have seen. The WPD Eyes on the Street Confidential Witness Police Tip form is designed to help you anonymously repot any criminal activity. City Launches Citizen Satisfaction Survey
City of Wayne registered voters are receiving a mail satisfaction survey. The city is seeking citizen feedback on the community to compare services with other local governments and to strengthen upcoming city planning and budget decisions.
The first mailing of surveys was March 1, 2010. A second, follow-up mailing to those residents who have not responded is planned for March 15th. The survey results are anticipated April 21, 2010.
“We are asking that our residents help guide some of the decisions we make so that we can all work together to make the City of Wayne an even better community to live in,” said John Zech, City Manager. “We ask that everyone who receives a survey takes a few minutes to fill it out and send it back,” Zech continued. “We have even taken the steps necessary so the survey can be taken online.”
The non-profit organization administering the survey, Cobalt Community Research, has sent surveys to a sample of 1,500 randomly chosen registered voters in the City of Wayne. The actual identity of citizens will not be tied to the survey results.
In a cover letter accompanying the survey, William Saint Amour, Executive Director, Cobalt Community Research, said: “Every day, your local government touches your life: the roads you drive, the health of your neighborhood, the quality of education, the strength of local businesses. Every day, you fund these efforts with your taxes.”
“Today, you have the opportunity to grade many of the aspects that affect your quality of life while living, working, and playing in the City of Wayne, Michigan.”
“Your feedback is very important. It ensures that the City has the best information for decision making. We encourage you to take a few minutes to complete and return this survey. Your opinion truly matters.”
While the City of Wayne does not have authority over every service explored in the survey, the survey results will help City Council and the city administration to better understand citizen needs.
“Confidentiality is an important part of this study,” said Robert English, Assistant City Manager. “We want our residents to be comfortable sharing both the good and the bad without worrying that we will know who said what.”
The study is part of a non-profit program called the Cobalt Citizen Satisfaction Index. It gives local governments solid citizen-based data to support resource decisions, improve services, measure progress, and build public trust. Because the index is a trusted independent assessment, the credibility of the data is unmatched.
The index is powered by the patented technology of the American Customer Satisfaction Index (the ACSI.org), the well respected standard of customer satisfaction metrics for both government and the private sector. The ACSI measures over two-thirds of the United States economy and produces scores for more than 100 federal government agencies.
Take Advantage of Costco Savings March 30 or 31
City Planner Matthew Miller presented a special offer from Costco Wholesale for Wayne residents at the March 15, 2010 City Council meeting. Costco, well known for quality goods and reasonable prices, has invited Wayne residents to use a free, one-day shopping pass on either March 30 or 31. The Costco store is located at 13700 Middlebelt Rd., Livonia, MI 48150. Call Bonnie Olds-Asbury at 313-671-8772 at Costco. Stop by City Hall and pick up your innvitation or go here for information, map to the Costco location and your invitation >>>
Post Office to Stay Downtown
At the March 2, 2010 City Council meeting, City Manager John Zech reported that city has received a letter from Nancy Rettinhouse, Chief Operating Officer, U.S. Postal District, SE MI, notifying the city that postal service WILL BE MAINTAINED at a facility in the downtown area. The Postal Service plans to sell or lease its current post office building and lease or purchase another location downtown. Services and post office boxes will be maintained at the downtown Wayne location but letter carriers will be relocated and service Wayne citizens out of the Post Office building in Westland. "Those 4,442 petitions worked," he said.
Celebrate...
City of Wayne
50th Anniversary!
Board of Review Planned for March 15-17
The 2010 City of Wayne Board of Review meetings are scheduled for March 15, 16 and 17. If you intend to appear before the Board of Review, call the Finance Department, 734-722-2000, after March 1st for an appointment. Please be prepared to bring supportive documents, such as certificates of appraisal to the meeting. Here is the schedule:
| March 15 | 9am-12noon | Commercial / Industrial |
| 6pm-9pm | Residential | |
| March 16 | 9am-12 noon | Poverty/ Residential |
| 1pm-4pm | Residential | |
| March 17 | 9am-12 noon | Residential |
| 1pm-4pm | Residential |
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day is March 27
The next Wayne County Department of Environment’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Eventis day will be Saturday, March 27, 2010, from 8am – 2pm, at the Redford Public Services, 12200 Beech Daly Rd., south of I-96.
You must be a Wayne County resident. You may safely dispose: paint, stains, dyes, floor wax, floor care products, carpet cleaners, polishes, stain removers, solvents, pharmaceutical waste – non-controlled substances only – nail polish, glue, fertilizer, garden chemicals, pesticides, herbicides, antifreeze, motor oil, gasoline, batteries, florescent bulbs, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, mercury thermometers, thermostats and elemental mercury.
Also acceptable are computers, monitors, printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, cell phones, fax machines, copiers and televisions.
Unacceptable: commercial / industrial waste, radioactive material, 55 gallon drums, explosives, ammunition, shock-sensitive materials, household trash, refrigerators, microwaves, other appliances and tires.
Do you have a question? Call the Wayne County Department of Environment, 734-326-3936 or the City of Wayne Department of Public Works, 734-721-8600.
Recycle your CFL -Compact Fluorescent Bulbs
There are two local businesses that will accept used CFL (Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs) for recycling:
- Home Depot 39875 Ford Road (just east of I-275 in Canton)
Phone (734) 844-7300. - IKEA 41640 Ford Road (west of I-275 in Canton)
Phone (734) 981-6300.
Scholarships - Apply Today
Two scholarships for Wayne/Westland students are available, but you must apply. Please apply today:
The Jack Demmer Scholarship was established to assist students in furthering an education in the area of Business & Entrepreneurship.The scholarship is to apply toward the expenses of tuition, room & board, fees, books and supplies necessary for pursuit of study at any school, college, or other educational institution. The scholarship is for one year only. Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2010.
The Harold & Pat Bower Scholarship was established to assist students in furthering an education in the Arts & Humanities. The Arts & Humanities include, but not limited to, areas in art, dance, theatre, visual, vocal, instrumental, cinematography, photography, and writing. The scholarship is to apply toward the expenses of tuition, room & board, fees, books and
supplies necessary for pursuit of study at any school, college, or other educational institution. The scholarship is for one year only. Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2010.
James J. Poplin Distinguished Service Award
Know an outstanding recreational supporter of the City of Wayne Department of Parks & Recreation programs? Then nominate that person for the James J. Poplin Distinguished Servcie Award.
The award is presented by the City of Wayne Recreation Advisory Board. To qualify, the candidate must have spent at least five years in a volunteer capacity in one or more recognized activities of the Department of Parks and Recreation. All nominations must be submitted between March 3, 2010 and April 30, 2010 to: The Recreation Advisory Board, Wayne Community Center, 4635 Howe Road, Wayne, MI 48184. Download PDF nomination form here >>>
Please Help to Reduce Our Water Cost
In an effort to control our cost related to water usage and enhance the overall efficiency of the water system, we are asking residential and commercial water users to control water usage during peak hours. Please set automatic irrigation systems to run during the non-peak hours between 11:00 pm and 5:00 am. For commercial and industrial users, please set water recovery tanks and other water storage units to fill during this same non-peak time period whenever possible.
Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Wayne Downtown Plan
Review the 20 Year Plan for
Redevelopment in Downtown Wayne
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City of Wayne Parks & Recreation Department Launches
Innovative Corporate Wellness Program 
With health care costs rising daily and the increasing "epidemic" of obesity in the United States, it simply makes sense to help businesses help their employees become healthier. The Wayne Recreation & Exercise Club (The REC) can help.
Explained Parks and Recreation Director Nathan Adams, "We have many corporate benefits that are at no cost to employers, but will help save employees money on a health club membership. Additionally, we offer complimentary, on-site motivational seminars on leading a healthy lifestyle."
The REC works with the following regional insurers:
- Health Alliance Plan Senior Plus
- Alliance Medicare Preferred Provider Organization
Continued Adams, "It's good to remember that having healthier employees leads to a healthier company. Having a regular exercise routine can increase a person's energy, and lead to less illness and absenteeism. Not to mention employees will be happier if they're healthier!"
The REC wants to work with your company to set up a membership benefit. Please contact Nathan Adams at 734-721-7400 for more information.
City of Wayne Program that can Help YOU Save Money on Prescription Drug Purchases
NOTE REPOSTING: To serve Wayne residents during continuing tough economic conditions, this story, originally published in June 2009, has been reposted to the City's homepage.
"In the current economic climate, where people are watching their spending, the prescription discount card can offer an average savings of 20 percent off retail price."
The City of Wayne is providing free prescription drug discount cards to City residents through a program sponsored by the National League of Cities (NLC). The discount cards offer average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs and provide residents with a new tool that can offer some relief from the high cost of prescription drugs.
Cards are available at City Hall, Senior Activity Center, and the Wayne Community Center at no cost to city residents. City residents can call toll-free 1-888-620-1749 or visit www.caremark.com/nlc for assistance with the program.
Discount cards may be used by all residents of the City of Wayne and have no restrictions based on the resident's age, income level, or existing health coverage. The NLC card can be used when purchasing prescription drugs at approximately six pharmacies within the city, as well as at more than 59,000 participating retail pharmacies across the country.
"In the current economic climate, where many people are watching what they spend, the NLC prescription discount card will offer significant savings on the purchase of prescription medications for our residents," said Robert C. English, Assistant City Manager. "Whether or not an individual has prescription coverage, this program can make it easier for our residents to afford the drugs they need to deal with a short-term illness or stay healthy by managing a chronic condition."
NLC and the City of Wayne are able to make these money-saving cards available to city residents at no cost to the individual.
"Not only does the NLC prescription discount card help residents save money on their medications, it is easy to use," said Robert English. "City of Wayne residents only have to show their card when purchasing medication at one of the many participating pharmacies. There is no enrollment form required to get a card, no membership fee of any kind and city residents and their family members can use the card any time their prescriptions are not covered by insurance."
The discount card program is administered by CVS Caremark.
The National League of Cities (NLC) is the nation's oldest and largest organization devoted to strengthening and promoting cities as centers of opportunity, leadership and governance. NLC is a resource and advocate for 19,000 cities, towns and villages representing more than 218 million Americans. To learn more about NLC, go to www.nlc.org.
Donate Your Old Cell Phone... Help U.S. Soldiers
Update... At the City Council meeting, Oct 6, 2009, Wayne Police Chef John Williams introduced Mr. Charles Newman, Chairman, ReCellular, Inc., who related that the City of Wayne stands alone among same-size communities in the U.S. as more "involved and more generous" for contributing over 1,000 cell phones to date. That translates to over 60,600 minutes of cell phone time for our military personnel. Have you seen the cellphones for soldiers billboard on southbound I-275?
Donate your used or broken cellular telephones and help soldiers stay in contact with their families. The Wayne Police Department is collecting used or broken cellular telephones for a non-profit organization called Cell Phones for Soldiers. "Our goal is to donate 500 cell phones by the end of September," explained Wayne Police Chief John Williams. "We have more than 350 now. Your donation will help reach our goal."
Cell Phones for Soldiers takes the donated used or broken cellular telephones and sends them to ReCellular which recycles them. ReCellular pays Cell Phones for Soldiers for the used cell telephones which then purchases pre-paid phone cards for our soldiers stationed abroad. The pre-paid phone cards provide soldiers with one hour of talk time to talk to their families.
Cell Phones for Soldiers was founded by teenagers Robbie and Brittany Bergquist from Norwell, Mass., with $21 of their own money. Since then, the registered 501c3 non-profit organization has raised almost $2 million in donations and distributed more than 500,000 prepaid calling cards to soldiers serving overseas.
Drop off your used cell phones at the Wayne Police Department 24 hours a day or at any City of Wayne government building during normal business hours. For more information about the program and it’s benefits to our troops, see the web site at: www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
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