ZONING ORDINANCE The Board of Trustees proposes adoption of Ordinance No. 48 (Zoning) which would replace the current BHV Zoning Ordinance No. 8. The text of the ordinance is posted on the BHV website (www.vil-bartonhills.org) under “Ordinances” (titled “Proposed Zoning Ordinance 8-19-14” along with accompanying document “Notice RE Proposed Zoning Ordinance 8-19-14”). Paper copies are available from the Clerk’s Office. Residents may comment on the ordinance:
–by attending to speak in person at the December 8, 2014 Board of Trustees meeting which begins at 6:00 PM at the Village Hall, and/or
–by contacting any Trustee, and/or
–by sending written comments to the Trustees in care of the Clerk’s Office by mail (199 Barton
Shore Drive, Ann Arbor MI 48105), fax (734-222-9177) or email (bhvclerk@comcast.net).
SNOW PLOWING/SALTING This week’s dusting of snow is only a taste of what is to come and the BHV maintenance crew is getting ready for more of the white stuff. Roads are plowed and salted by the crew in the order of primary roads, secondary roads, and driveways beginning with the steepest ones. Road salt is used sparingly to protect the environment but adequately to ensure safe travel. Please use extra caution on snowy days, watching for pedestrians and wildlife, and remember the speed tables, which may not be as visible under the snow (but will still be felt!)
SECURITY REMINDER Since the holidays can be a time of increased criminal activity, residents are reminded to keep their home, garage and vehicle doors and windows locked, and valuables out of sight. Be aware of surroundings and report any security concerns to Supt. Walter Esch at 734-368-7874 or phone 911 for the Washtenaw County Sheriff.
CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is offering their 2015 Citizens Police Academy on Wednesday evenings from January 14-March 18. The Citizens Police Academy is designed to provide a behind the scenes, in-depth look into the everyday happenings of the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office. Information is available at http://www.ewashtenaw.org/ government/sheriff/community/citizens-police-academy.
Happy Thanksgiving!