Resident voices concerns over single waste trash hauler

Dear Editor,To the voters of Independence and the village concerning the push for a single hauler system. My experience dealing with it says stay away from it and continue with what we have. I have dealt with Rochester/Rochester Hills trying to discontinue service at my mother’s home after her entry into memory care. For two […]

Re-elect Cari Neubeck

Dear Editor,My name is Sean Miller, and I am the Clerk in Springfield Township. I write in support of Cari Neubeck’s re-election as Clerk in Independence Township. Cari has served her community with integrity and distinction and deserves to be re-elected for another four years. Cari has dedicated hundreds of hours to continuing education and […]

Current Supervisor failed township

Dear Editor,Jose Aliaga wanted to “listen to the community” though my experience turned out to be to opposite. I attempted to get a zoning concern addressed and reached out to Jose Aliaga multiple times via e-mail but did not get any response. Thinking Mr. Aliaga might be a busy man I decided to go to […]

Springfield Twp. ZBA, planning commission chair disagrees with supervisor candidate

I recently received a campaign flier from Ric Davis, candidate for Springfield Township Supervisor. Among other things, Mr. Davis’s flier claims he will “restore responsibility to our zoning and planning committees and not micromanage them.” As Chairperson of both the Township Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals I find Mr. Davis’s comment uninformed and […]

Keep politics out of parades

We recently moved back to Clarkston from Birmingham. We had a home here in the 90s, early 2000s, our daughters are both Clarkston grads. Our experience was so wonderful we moved back last year. The parades were part of that hometown vibe; floats, cheer team, cars, clowns, dogs, Curt on his mini bike, etc. It […]

Former Springfield Twp. trustee endorses candidates

Throughout decades living in Springfield Township — and involvement in both citizen groups and elective offices — I’ve had a front seat observing characteristics that define our most effective leaders.That’s why I support, for Springfield Township Trustee, re-electing Dave Hopper, Denny Vallad and Bill Whitley, and also electing Chris Moore.Good governing isn’t glitzy. It’s about […]

Re-elect Terri Nallamothu

I am writing this letter as a small business owner to express my strong support for Terri Nallamothu as Township Trustee. I have had the pleasure of knowing Terri for nearly 8 years and have witnessed firsthand her dedication, integrity, and passion for serving our community.Terri Nallamothu has consistently demonstrated her commitment to improving our […]

Re-elect Laura Moreau

Springfield Township residents have an important decision to make on Aug. 6. As 30-year residents of the township, we strongly endorse the re-election of Laura Moreau for Supervisor.Laura has led improvements in police and fire safety, Dixie corridor design standards, natural resource preservation, community events and more – all while protecting the beauty of the […]

Re-elect Cari Neubeck

Cari Neubeck is running for re-election as our Independence Township Clerk. As a resident and former Independence Township Clerk, I am endorsing her candidacy.Cari has more than 30 years of municipal/township clerk experience. She achieved the highest level of certification from the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks and recently has been nominated Michigan Township Clerk […]

Terri Nallamothu: The Right Choice for Trustee!

Who to choose for township trustee? Terri Nallamothu. Here’s why:Character matters in a township trustee! Being ethical, truthful and transparent are a few of the respected traits that come to mind. Terri possesses all of these.Presence matters in a township trustee! Involvement in and giving of one’s time for the public good is important. Terri […]