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Partnerships continue to make it happen in our hometown

The Livonia High Nooners Lions Club showed up in force to help feed the hungry! The Kids Coalition Against Hunger provided the supplies, Madonna University graciously provided the facility, Lions Clubs International District 11A1 sponsored the event, and funding was provided by Lions Clubs throughout Wayne and Monroe Counties and many gracious donors. Special thanks to the Livonia am Rotary and Northville Lions Club for their continued support and volunteers.

When an event is over there should be time set aside to say thank you

We thank the sponsors and the community members who participated in

Passport to Safety, furthering our commitment to a secure and joyous hometown.

We extend our deepest gratitude to Cheryl Bowker, Allstate agency owner, for her dedication and sponsorship of the Livonia Passport for Safety. Her steadfast support for the past 25 years has been crucial.

The Passport for Safety has become a beloved annual tradition for families, young and old. It's a unique occasion where families come together, forging enduring memories for children that will be handed down to succeeding generations, magnifying the significance of a single morning in the parking lot.

We also wish to acknowledge the community supporters and the City of Livonia, including the Livonia Fire and Police Departments, Livonia Animal Control, Livonia Public Schools, and the National Weather Service, for their contributions.

Dr. Matthew Griffin, Trinity Health Livonia’s Chief Medical Officer and Lead Hospital Administrator, remarks, "Passport to Safety is fundamentally about equipping parents and the youth with essential knowledge and skills for their safety this summer, covering a broad spectrum of topics from fire and water safety to navigating social and digital realms responsibly."

Griffin's objective in having Trinity Health serve as a sponsor is "to inform and equip our children for a secure and enjoyable summer."

Stefan Rairigh from AlphaUSA, a company that has been involved with this event for 20 years and played a significant role in forming the 501 (c) (3), notes, "Learning is most effective when it's interactive and enjoyable for both children and adults. This year featured 10 interactive stations where children engaged in hands-on activities and demonstrations."

Thus, we thank the sponsors and the community members who participated, furthering our commitment to a secure and joyous hometown.

Drew Buatti for Livonia School Trustee.

A new perspective aiming to take our public schools to the next level of excellence.

Two Livonia Board of Education candidates have distinguished themselves among early applicants. FridayMusings has endorsed incumbents Trustees Madeline Acosta and Karen Bradford, citing their exemplary, transparent, and accessible service. Musings joins those in Livonia advocating for their continued office tenure.

Among the new candidates eager to serve their community, one stands out: a Stevenson High School alumnus who served as class president is committed to community service through active participation in the Livonia Rotary Noon Club, and believes in quality customer service, working at Von Mar as a sales consultant.

Drew Buatti is canvassing the district, engaging with teachers, administrators, community stakeholders, and students to gather their insights on enhancing the quality of education. He is not content with the standard assertion that "our Livonia public schools have a great educational system." Instead, Buatti is delving into the operational aspects of the system and is ready to assume the role of Trustee from day one, poised to ask pertinent questions and seek solutions that will elevate our public schools to new heights.

While the educational establishment seeks out candidates, one incumbent Tammy Bonifield, is stepping down having decided not to seek another term, they would be well served to embrace Buatti for a position on the Livonia Board of Education.

Community leaders are standing up and endorsing Buatti, including Council President Brandon McCullough who says that "while we are encouraging our young residents to be engaged Drew Buatti is already engaged in civic service, articulates educational issues, and is one who wants to improve his hometown. I am happy to endorse Buatti for School Board."

Musings considers five key traits when endorsing candidates for a position on the school board: possessing a clear vision for the district, setting achievable goals, concentrating on student achievement, fostering positive relationships within the district, and engaging with the community.

Five reasons FridayMusings is endorsing Drew Buatti for Livonia School Trustee. A new perspective aiming to transform and take our public schools to the next level of excellence.

Don't miss the 9th Annual Ice Cream & Information Social Event open to the entire community

This annual free event is this Thursday, June 13 from 5:30-6:50 p.m. at the Kirksey Recreation Center and is hosted by your Livonia elected officials.

Immediately following at 7 p.m., you are invited to enjoy a wonderful evening of music courtesy of our Livonia Symphony Orchestra!

The LSO Brass and Percussion will present a Patriotic & Pops Concert. Join us in the large gym at the Kirksey Rec Center.

Bring a chair, sit back, and enjoy the music!

Mail Address

19514 Bainbridge 48152

E-mail address

rwilliamjoyner@gmail.com

Cell address

734-674-5871

The typewriter is not available for phone calls or emails Saturday and Sunday. Mental health and rehabilitation time. Out and about enjoying life.

What motivates FridayMusings:

We can't only define Livonia as taking small steps toward maintaining the way things were. That will give us mediocre outcomes. Our goal needs to be innovative and transformative.