Tattler. The Rosedale NORTH ROSEDALE PARK CIVIC ASSOCIATION S BENEFIT PERFORMANCE PAY YOUR 2014 MEMBERSHIP DUES TODAY!

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1 The Rosedale Tattler For the latest neighborhood information, please check our website at: PAY YOUR 2014 MEMBERSHIP DUES TODAY! NORTH ROSEDALE PARK CIVIC ASSOCIATION S BENEFIT PERFORMANCE SATURDAY, MARCH 22, :00 PM Refreshments 8:00 PM Performance Come see Nathan Detroit, the organizer of the oldest permanent floating crap game, win the love of Miss Sarah Brown of the Save-a-Soul Mission. Join your neighbors while enjoying great music, great dancing, great food all while you're supporting your Neighborhood Civic Association. Come early A variety of hors d'oeuvres, desserts, and beverages will be served. Don t miss this classic! Reserve early for best seating! $30 per person call or n8fgt@yahoo.com IN THIS ISSUE NRPCA Spring Fundraiser... 1 Letter from the President th Annual Open House... 2 Behind the Footlights... 3 Vacant Property Task Force... 4 Block Captains Meeting... 4 NRP to get new LED Street Lights... 5 Traffic Calming... 6 North Rosedale Walking Group... 6 Community House Master Plan Approved... 7 Capital Campaign... 7 Knight Arts Challenge... 7 GRDC Update... 9 NRPCA Book Club...11 NRPCA Calendar Tattler Deadline Membership Application The Rosedale Tattler is a publication of the North Rosedale Park Civic Association. Established in 1924, the North Rosedale Park Civic Association is a community organization that promotes the interests and welfare of North Rosedale Park residents, maintains park facilities for community use, advocates for necessary public improvements, and enforces building restrictions and ordinances within North Rosedale Park. North Rosedale Park March 2014 Volume 89, Issue 3 Detroit, Michigan

2 Letter from President Hubert Sawyers III This past Valentine s Day marks the two-year anniversary of closing on our North Rosedale Park home. A lot has happened to my two-person-and-a-cat family in two years. We remodeled our kitchen. We connected with a bunch of young neighbors in Grandmont-Rosedale and formed a potluck group. I got laid off. I joined the NRPCA board. I reinstated my company and got a bunch of freelance work. Always Brewing Detroit opened. Eliza became block captain. We rescued a frightened kitten and an equally-frightened large dog [on different days], nursed puppies, and trap-neutered-released a fleet of feral neighborhood cats. Our potluck group got huge. Eliza got a new job. We experienced our first major home issue and fixed said issue. I got a new job. And on and on. Now I m president of our glorious civic association. Through it all, two things remain constant for us: 1. there is always a little more work to do tomorrow 2. and there are always good times to be had with neighbors I remind myself of this regularly. There are many neighborhood action items which need to be addressed weekly. While I am no stranger to Busy, it is still hard to imagine how I can get everything done. Regardless of how much gets done, I have to remember to enjoy myself. Or else, what is the point? The NRPCA board recently had its annual retreat at Always Brewing Detroit. It allowed us to really get to the heart of what we want to achieve this year. I am proud to share the leading goals for 2014: 500 NRPCA resident memberships 25% increase in block club formations Establishing formal partnerships with groups like youth sports, Girl Scouts, Zumba, et al This year will be focused on making connections. This means making sure neighbors are more familiar with those who live on their block. This can also means deeper relationships between the neighborhood and local businesses. Whatever it takes to build up the neighborhood culture in North Rosedale Park, this year s board is committed to doing it. I am excited to lead the initiatives necessary to bring more people into the fold. After all, that is what makes this neighborhood what it is. It is my hope that our efforts will inspire you to join our mission. There will be plenty of opportunities to get involved. Again, I want to hear from you. You may notice a change in my letter, which is due to feedback from my last one. Do you have any ideas on how we can achieve our goals this year? If so, please message me at President@ NorthRosedalePark.org and let me know. P.S. Our young neighbor potluck group is back in action. If you are under 40 years of age and live in the area, we welcome you to join us. me at the address above and I can get you details. P.P.S. You will notice on the last page the liaison for the various committees which support NRPCA. If any of them interest you, please contact the respective liaison and let them know. Know someone who s looking for a home? Invite them to the Grandmont Rosedale Neighborhood Open House! Now in its ninth consecutive year, the five neighborhoods of North Rosedale Park, Rosedale Park, Grandmont, Grandmont #1 and Minock Park are again inviting prospective homebuyers to tour homes for sale in our area. The Open House will run from 1:00 until 5:00 PM on Sunday, May 4 and will include homes currently being rehabilitated by our partner, the Grandmont Rosedale Development Corporation (GRDC). 9th Annual Neighborhood Open House Sunday, May 4, 2014 By Marsha Bruhn Registration will again be at the North Rosedale Park Community House where visitors can board a shuttle bus for a short tour of the neighborhoods, talk with vendors about tax abatement and financing, enjoy popcorn and refreshments, and find out about other services in our area. If you have a home for sale, consider including it in the Open House. If you know of a home near you that s for sale, contact the owner or realtor and encourage them to have it open. We had the largest turnout ever last year with well over 300 people attending this well-publicized and popular event that featured both rentals and homes for sale. Results were impressive. Of the 13 homes for sale, most received offers either prior to or during the Open House, and we ve welcomed new homeowners to our community. For more information, contact Mary Sue Schottenfels at To volunteer, call Kevin Johnson, The Rosedale Tattler

3 After enduring this terrible winter the past two months, N. Rosedale residents are finally in for a special treat that will bring a shot of sunshine into their lives. The Park Players spring musical, Guys and Dolls, is the ticket to a great evening of toe-tapping music with a funny storyline that will leave the audience with big smiles on their faces as they leave the Community House. This classic musical opens on March 21 with a Dinner Theater followed by seven more performances: March 22 (NRPCA Benefit); March 23, a luncheon matinee; March 29, a wine and cheese performance; March 30, another matinee with senior/ student discounted tickets; and also evening performances on March 28, April 11 & 12. Tickets can be reserved by calling Marcia Closson at Remember, the earlier you reserve your seats, the better seats you get. All seating is cabaret style at tables and chairs. Behind the Footlights By Sally Evalt The cast of over 20 people have been rehearsing three nights a week or more to prepare for another fabulous Players show. Director Jarrett Thomas, Musical Director Rich Alder and Choreographer Carollette Phillips make for one very creative team of dedicated professionals, and Players are so lucky to have them connected to this show. Co-Producers George and Sally Evalt are urging residents to leave the confines of their homes for just one evening to support and reward all those who have worked so hard on stage and backstage to entertain and delight their audiences. If you ve never been to a Park Players production before, this is the one to see! There is NOTHING like live theater! Also, if you d like to be a part of this production, volunteers are always needed to work in the lobby on show nights, either ushering or selling refreshments. Call the Evalts at to volunteer your help. Remember, Guys and Dolls opens March 21 for eight performances. Don t be the only one on the block to have missed it. Better yet, call your neighbors and friends and get a group together. You won t regret it! Bethanne McCall practices with Musical Director Rich Alder for the Players' spring production, Guys and Dolls. Kyle Sammy, center, takes center stage in the musical number, Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat, a song which is sure to rock the house, the Community House that is. Roofs-Gutters-Painting-Kitchen-Bath-Remodel Electrical-Siding-Decks-Plumbing-Finish Bsmt Pearson Construction Company Serving the Residential & Commercial with Quality Building Service Tyrone Pearson, President Licensed & Insured Affordable Prices Senior Discounts March 2014 Volume 89 3

4 NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS DIRECTORY This directory of ads is only available to Park residents to inform neighbors of the businesses and services they offer. MITCH'S PAINTING SERVICE Homes (Inside and Out) Garages, too! Concerned about vacant properties in your neighborhood? Want to get involved? Join the Vacant Property Task Force! JAFRA COSMETICS Ina M. Grant Body Oils & Lotions, Fragrances, Make-up Sign up for free brochures & sale information MARIA ENTERPRISES General Sewing Needs Alterations Tailoring Dressmaking Maria Bryant Detroit, MI JR WATKINS PRODUCTS Linaments / Cold Remedies, Extracts Spices, Beauty Products and More Marsha Maxey or Jeepers1954@gmail.com Volunteers are needed for every street in the North Rosedale Park neighborhood to help with computer research, community outreach and property maintenance efforts. Contact Clarenda Webb, NRP representative of the Vacant Property Task Force at or clarendawebb@gmail.com to learn more information. *Monetary donations are now being accepted to install split rail fences on Stahelin where homes have been demolished in order to prevent illegal dumping. You can also donate yard waste bags, water and volunteer for clean-ups in the neighborhoods. THE NORTH ROSEDALE PARK BLOCK CAPTAINS MEETINGS are the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm. The meetings are held at the Community House which is at Scarsdale. This vitally important group of community leaders needs your support. If you have a neighborhood concern that needs to be resolved, please contact your Block Captain or if you don't know who your Block Captain is, please contact Clarenda Webb at (313) for more information. Our next meeting will be TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2014 We need your involvement now more than ever. Al Baumgardner Co-Owner Jim Baumgardner Co-Owner BAUMGARDNER MECHANICAL, INC. Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical W. McNichols Detroit, MI Licensed & Insured (313) # Fax (313) PIANO & GUITAR LESSONS For the Young and the Not-so-young Park Resident MICHAEL HOWD PLASTERING 4th Generation Wet Plasterer Repairwork our speciality cubalibrehavs9@aol.com Insured 4 The Rosedale Tattler

5 LET THERE BE LIGHT N. Rosedale Park to Get LED Street Lights by End of April By Kelsey Hartung North Rosedale Park and part of Rosedale Park will get new LED street lights under an accelerated program presented by Mayor Mike Duggan and the Public Lighting Authority of Detroit (PLA) in February at the Community House. Crews will finish installing lights on residential streets in April. Light installation on major thoroughfares will be completed in June. Mayor Duggan and PLA Executive Director Odis Jones said the new plan will upgrade the city s lighting system to national standards by installing Light Emitting Diode (LED) street lights and accelerate installation in the westside and eastside demonstration areas. The westside demonstration area is bounded by McNichols on the north, Southfield Road on the east, Fenkell on the south and the city limits on the west. The eastside boundaries are Eight Mile, Kelly Road, Hoover and Houston-Whittier. Once work in the demonstration areas is completed, crews will move to install lights in the remainder of the city. When work is completed in the demonstration areas, the PLA will take over responsibility of maintaining the lights in the area, and residents will report any damages, outages or issues with the lights to the Lighting Authority. Jones said the PLA has a goal of fixing any broken light within five days of it being reported. The lights being installed are more than twice as bright as the 70-watt high pressure sodium lights that have been the standard. The high pressure sodium lights installed in the initial phase of the demonstration project will be replaced with LED lights as part of a normal maintenance schedule, once the work in the rest of the city has been completed. In addition to providing a light at every street corner, the new plan requires a light in the middle of any block that is more than 300 feet long. Jones said neighborhoods like North Rosedale will have the option of maintaining decorative light poles. The City will pay $800 to install a standard light pole, however neighborhoods will have to pay an estimated $200 more to upgrade each light pole. In Detroit, there are 20,000 alley lights, with about 12,000 of them working. Nonworking alley lights will be removed and the 12,000 working lights will be left in place until they burn out. When alley lights burn out, residents will have the option of a replacement light from DTE at the cost of $100 for installation and $17 a month to operate it. Throughout the city, all neighborhood lights will be replaced by the end of All work on lights utilizing underground wiring, primarily along major thoroughfares, is scheduled to be completed in An engineering survey of the two demonstration areas completed last year showed that nearly half the lights in both areas are not working. The survey collected specific information about the condition of every single street light in both project areas. The survey work is now being continued in other parts of the city. To see the revised lighting plan, go to the Public Lighting Authority Web site at pladetroit.org. March 2014 Volume 89 5

6 Recently an informal group of Grandmont Rosedale residents met to form an ad hoc Traffic Calming Work Group to study ways to make our neighborhoods safer and cleaner through various traffic control measures known as traffic calming. Traffic calming is the most effective way to reduce speeding on residential streets, avoid traffic accidents, and prevent fatalities, according to the Institute of Transportation Engineers. Detroit s Palmer Woods neighborhood recently instituted some traffic calming measures and residents there are now very satisfied with those improvements. Grandmont Rosedale residents decided to explore how we might incorporate similar measures in our neighborhoods. Traffic Calming for Grandmont Rosedale This is an example of a chicane, a traffic calming design that slows traffic. Representatives from all five Grandmont Rosedale neighborhoods have begun to learn more about various ways to improve safety and reduce noise, pollution, littering and speeding in our area. The first step the work group is taking is sending out an interest survey to collect opinions from area residents about traffic, speeding, noise and pedestrian safety concerns. Watch your you ll be receiving the link to your neighborhood s survey. Please complete and reply to the survey ASAP, so that your input can be compiled. A paper copy of the survey will be at the Community House for those who do not have a computer. For more information on the Traffic Calming Work Group, contact Cheryl Buswell at cdbuswell@gmail.com or Susan Steigerwalt at spspnhp52@gmail. com. We're Halfway There, but it's not to Late to join the Walk in the Park Walk Group Free Program, Benefits are Priceless, and the Investment is Personal Whether this is your first step toward a healthier lifestyle or just a new activity to freshen up your existing exercise routine, walking helps you: Reduce Your Risk Factors of Heart Disease Reduce Stress Reduce Your Waist Line Boost Energy When: Monday-Wednesday-Friday Time: 5:30pm 6:30pm Where: *The North Rosedale Park Community House, Scarsdale, Detroit, MI Cost: $0.00 The healthy gains aren't for your heart alone (For more info. contact HEP certified coordinator, Gloria Goodwine at ) *During inclement and cold weather, all walking takes place inside of the North Rosedale Park Community House 6 The Rosedale Tattler

7 NRPCA Board Approves Master Plan for Community House and Grounds By Rose Love The NRPCA board last month approved a Master Plan for the Community House and Grounds that includes a 3,000-square-foot addition with a new lobby and patio, handicapaccessible restrooms, elevator, walking paths, outdoor performance area and additional parking spaces. The Master Plan was developed as part of the Capital Campaign to raise funds to renovate the Community House and surrounding grounds and to provide increased programming. The plan was developed by Constantine George Pappas Architecture, the firm hired by NRPCA. Architect Gus Pappas also will provide design services for Phase One of the campaign. Other features of the plan for the Community House include: Moving the main entrance to off of the parking lot Converting the existing lobby, restrooms and office to meeting and multi-purpose rooms Expanding the building to provide corridor access to multi-purpose rooms Adding a concession stand and restroom near the kitchen for individuals using the park Upgrading basic wiring and installing wireless Internet connection For the grounds, the plan involves: Adding walking/jogging paths, concrete walks and a natural outdoor performance space Adding parking spaces near the playground and a turnaround near the end of the parking lot The Knight Foundation is preparing for the launch of year two of the Knight Arts Challenge! We have scheduled our town hall meetings for year two and hope that you will help us promote the meetings specifically the one in your neighborhood. Our Northwest Detroit meeting will be held at the Grandmont Rosedale Development Center on Friday, March 28th from 6-8 p.m. Replacing the garage to provide additional storage for various groups and activities Expanding the exit driveway to allow two-way traffic Retaining the baseball and soccer fields and repositioning one of the soccer fields to accommodate the patio With the adoption of the Master Plan, the architect will hire a surveyor, and the process is underway to select a preconstruction manager. Campaign leaders believe it will take 2 or 3 phases to complete the entire What is the Capital Campaign? Master Plan. The addition will be completed during Phase One, with construction beginning as early as this fall. So far, $545,000 has been raised for the first phase. For more information on the Capital Campaign, to make a pledge or to become a volunteer, contact Marsha Bruhn at (313) or via at marshabruhn@yahoo.com. To see the campaign plan and the approved Master Plan, go to the NRPCA Web site at For nearly 75 years, the North Rosedale Community House and the sevenacre park surrounding it have been the focal point of our community. As with any building, time has taken its toll on the Community House. In order to address many of structural problems and the need to update the facility, the Capital Campaign was created. Funds raised will correct structural problems sinking floors, electrical and plumbing issues, and handicap accessibility and enhance activities by creating a new lobby, expanding the parking lot, installing additional lighting, and renovating the patio. Knight Arts Challenge Announced We would appreciate it if this meeting could be featured on your website and in your newsletter/e-newsletter throughout the month of March! The meetings are as follows: Monday, March 24th meeting will be held in Hamtramck, location TBD Tuesday, March 25th Southwest: 555 Gallery, 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 26th Midtown: Charles H. Wright Museum, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, March 27th Downtown: Carr Center, 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 28th Northwest: Grandmont Rosedale Development Center, 6-8 p.m. Contact Erica Perdue eperdue@ bergmuirhead.com for more information. March 2014 Volume 89 7

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9 INVEST IN YOUR COMMUNITY GRDC is teaming up with Opportunity Resource Fund, a statewide non-profit organization, to offer residents and other individuals the opportunity to invest in a special fund to support small business growth in the Grandmont Rosedale community. Investors in the GRDC Neighborhood Fund will earn interest while their money will be used make loans to small businesses physically located within the boundaries of Grandmont Rosedale. Opportunity Resource Fund will manage the new fund in accordance with their well-established and successful micro-loan program. GRDC is hosting an informational meeting on Thursday, March 26 to explain the GRDC Neighborhood Fund in more detail and to answer questions from people interested in participating in the fund. The meeting will take place at 7 PM at the GRDC offices, Grand River. To learn more about Opportunity Resource Fund visit their web site at or contact Christi Coadi Narayanan at IMPROVEMENTS AT STOEPEL PARK CONTINUE GRDC and Rosedale Grandmont Little League (RGLL) recently secured three new grants to implement a variety of improvements to the Stoepel Park No. 1 baseball fields. These grants will enable the completion of the larger project begun in the summer of 2013 to get Stoepel Park tournament-ready so that RGLL can provide neighborhood youth with a first class facility for baseball and softball and allow our league to host tournaments and recruit more players. These grants were received because of a lot of hard work on the part of community residents, RGLL coaches and GRDC staff. Big thanks to all of those who are working on this project and big thanks to all of the project funders! See you this spring at the park! 25 YEARS OF GRDC! On July 12, 2014 from 11am 3pm GRDC is hosting a big party to celebrate its 25th anniversary! We will celebrate with a neighborhood picnic complete with food, music, door prizes, and entertainment at Ramsey Park that will be open and free for everyone in the community and all of our funding partners. Save the date and stay tuned for more details. Let s celebrate our neighborhoods, our community, our home, together! See you on July 12th! RENOVATED HOMES FOR SALE GRDC has newly renovated homes for sale in the Grandmont Rosedale area. Each home has been thoroughly updated and is in movein condition. In addition to getting a beautifully renovated home, homebuyers will also receive down payment assistance and free homebuyer counseling to insure that they get off on the right foot. Check out the GRDC website at for more details and a complete list of homes for sale or call ext 100 today. OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT GRDC has affordable office space for rent on Grand River. Options range from a movein ready 1400 sf unit at Grand River to individual offices and shared co-working space in the soon-to-berenovated building at Grand River. For more information contact Kirsten Donoghue at ext 120 or kdonoghue@grandmontrosedale.com NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY MEETING The next meeting will be held on Thursday, March 27. Join us at 6:30 PM for a lively discussion at the North Rosedale Park Community House, Scarsdale. JOIN THE CRIME ALERT NETWORK The Grandmont Rosedale Crime Alert sends out alerts as reported by community residents about recent suspicious or criminal incidents or activities in the Grandmont Rosedale neighborhoods. The goal is to prevent crime by sharing information among area residents. To join the Grandmont Rosedale Crime Alert system, send an request to grandmontrosedalecrimealert@ googlegroups.com. VISIT MYGRANDMONTROSEDALE. ORG Want to stay up to date on all the latest happenings in the Grandmont Rosedale community? Visit mygrandmontrosedale.org to find neighborhood stories, a calendar of community events, a business directory, and much more. We are on Facebook, too -- find us at facebook.com/mygrandmontrosedale! GET THE GRDC BLAST! Sign up to receive GRDC s weekly newsletter and get timely neighborhood news delivered directly to your inbox every Wednesday morning. Don t miss out. Send an to info@grandmontrosedale.com and ask to be added to the list today. March 2014 Volume 89 9

10 Park Lane Check Cashing / Liquor We Cash: Income Tax Insurance Payroll State 401K Lawsuit Settlements Pension Checks $20.00 OFF When You Cash Your Income Tax or Insurance Check Over $1000 Western Union Fax & Copy Service Money Orders Complete Bill Payment Center W. McNichols Tel: Detroit, MI Fax: "Did you know Dusing Security offers BOTH your patrol service and alarm monitoring for $30.00/month!" IMAGINE - TWO SERVICES FOR $1.00 PER DAY!! Call for details!! Washer & Dryer Repair Since 1980 Washer Dryer A-1 Service No Service charge if repaired. Servicing most makes & models. Rosedale Park Resident. (313) Follow NORTH ROSEDALE PARK Like Us on Facebook or visit us on our website at D. D. S. DR. PAULA CARSON Your Family Dentist W. McNichols Southfield Rd. Detroit, MI Lathrup Village, MI Phone (313) Phone (248) Fax (313) Fax (248) Office Hours By Appointment Dr. Lawrence Rubin Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery FOOT & ANKLE SPECIALIST SINCE 1979 Treating Sall foot & ankle problems Medical Surgical Orthopedic Diabetic Care Grand River, Detroit (313) blocks west of the Southfield Freeway Southfield DEALERS USED VEHICLE SALES Telegraph Rd. Southfield, MI PH (248) Tony Gullette Sales Professional tgullette@southfielddealersusedcars.com North Rosedale Park Resident 22 Years 10 The Rosedale Tattler

11 Annie's Ghost: A Journey into a Family Secret Great Michigan Read and a Michigan Notable Book for 2010 One of the Washington Post Book World's "Best Books of 2009," Memoir Beth Luxenberg was an only child. Or so everyone thought. Six months after Beth's death, her secret emerged. It had a name: ANNIE. Please join the Book Club in the Park (BCIP's) as we discuss Annie's Ghost: A Journey into a Family Secret by Steve Luxenberg on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 6:00pm Just A Bit Eclectic Tea Shop W. McNichols Detroit, MI Rental... 9am 2 Rental... 1pm 3 Rental... 10am 3 HEP Walk Group... 5:30pm 3 Rental... 7pm 3 June Day Planning Mtg... 7pm 4 Block Captains Mtg... 6:30pm 5 HEP Walk Group... 5:30pm 5 Rental... 6pm 5 Rental... 7:15pm 6 Rental... 10am 6 NRPCA Brd Mtg... 6:30pm 6 Rental... 7pm 8 Rental... 9am 9 Rental... 1pm 10 Rental... 10am 10 HEP Walk Group Rental... 7pm NRPCA Calendar March Rental... 7pm 12 HEP Walk Group... 5:30pm 12 Rental... 6pm 12 Rental... 7:15pm 13 Rental... 10am 13 Rental... 7:15pm 15 Rental... 9am 16 Rental... 1pm 17 Rental... 10am 17 HEP Walk Group... 5pm 17 Rental... 6pm 18 Rental... 6pm 19 HEP Walk Group... 5pm 19 Rental... 6pm 20 Rental... 10am 20 Rental... 6pm 21 Show... 4pm 22 Show... 6pm 23 Show... 12pm 24 Rental... 10am 24 HEP Walk Group... 5:30pm 24 Rental... 7pm 26 HEP Walk Group... 5:30pm 26 Rental... 6pm 26 Rental... 7:15pm 27 Rental... 10am 27 Neighborhood Safety Mtg... 6:30pm 28 Show... 4pm 29 Show... 4pm 30 Show... 12pm 31 Rental... 10am 31 HEP Walk Group... 5:30pm 31 June Day Planning Mtg... 7pm 31 Rental... 7pm Rent the Community House for Your Next Function! Call Nicole Daniels at (313) to reserve your upcoming event. Benefits of renting the Community House supports your community, house-sitter on duty, security on duty, short drive home!!! Deadline for the Tattler The Rosedale Tattler is a monthly newsletter published by the NRPCA. All articles and advertisements are due the 10th of each month. Please contact Maria Bryant at or mariab19@sbcglobal.net for advertising rates and policies. Please submit articles to NRPCA_TattlerEditor@Yahoo.com. We welcome and encourage submissions. The author s name, address and phone number is required for publication. The editorial staff reserves the right to edit submissions for space or for which they deem obscene, defamatory, deceptive or misleading. March 2014 Volume 89 11

12 North Rosedale Park Civic Association Membership Application Name(s) Address Zip Code Phone Membership Dues Resident... $60 Non-Resident... $40 Business... $40 Enclosed is $ in payment for dues for the year ending December 31,2014. Additional Donation enclosed $ Make checks payable to: North Rosedale Park Civic Association or NRPCA Mail dues to: Membership Secretary Scarsdale, Detroit MI The NRPCA is now a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Contributions and dues payments to the NRPCA are tax deductible under state and federal tax laws. Be a Volunteer! Please tell us how you would be interested in helping. Areas of interest: Thank you for your support! NRPCA 2014 Board of Directors Ours is an active neighborhood, and NRPCA Board members are responsible for taking on assignments at the beginning of each year. In many cases, committees are formed to carry out the activities, and volunteers are always welcome. The Board meets on the 1st Thursday of every month except July and August. BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THEIR ASSIGNMENTS PRESIDENT: Hubert Sawyers III president@northrosedalepark.org Capital Campaign, IT VICE-PRESIDENT: Joe Kvoriak vicepresident@northrosedalepark.org Cooke School, Detroit Works PAST-PRESIDENT: Cheryl Buswell pastpresident@northrosedalepark.org Girl Scouts, NRPCA Intern Program, Youth Programming DIRECTOR: Kathy Garrett directorgarrett@northrosedalepark.org GRDC, Tattler Erma Leaphart-Gouch directorgouch@northrosedalepark.org Adult Programming, Membership Tripp Marshall directormarshall@northrosedalepark.org Cooke School, Family Programming Susan Steigerwalt directorsteigerwalt@northrosedalepark.org Youth Sports Richard Castillo directorcastillo@northrosedalepark.org Neighborhood Safety, Vacant Property Robert (Bob) Weed directorweed@northrosedalepark.org Block Clubs, Code Enforcement APPOINTEES CORR. SECRETARY: Marcia Closson corsecretary@northrosedalepark.org Northwest Farmers' Market, Park Players MEM. SECRETARY: NaJuan Lockhart memsecretary@northrosedalepark.org REC. SECRETARY: Mary Ramsay maryr513@aol.com TREASURER: John Gumbel TreasurerNRPCA@gmail.com Document Retention BLDG. MANAGER: Nicole Daniels nrpca@att.net Financial Processes NRP CODE ENFORCEMENT COMMITTEE HOT LINE: (313) codeenforcement@northrosedalepark.org PROGRAM MANAGER: Sheariah Boswell Howard howardbshear@yahoo.com PROGRAM ORGANIZER: Jessica Bickman Jessica.Bickmann@gmail.com TATTLER NEWSLETTER TATTLER EDITOR: Tom Ridgway thomas.ridgway@gmail.com ADVERTISING COORDINATOR: Maria Bryant mariab19@sbcglobal.net PRODUCTION ARTIST: Linda Liang tattler@northrosedalepark.org 12 The Rosedale Tattler