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City of Luna Pier Summer 2011

2011 Summer Newsletter –

Get “Plugged In” to the Happenings Of Your City!

Inside for more Community News & Kid’s Day Info

June Winner: Kathleen Vokes 10878 Harold Drive

July Winner: Ed & Linda Strzalkowski 4360 4th Street Congratulations to the winners of our yard of the month award for June and July. This program will run through October. If you have a yard you would like to nominate, please contact Cindy Zohn, Chairperson, Luna Pier Beautification Committee at 848-8174.

From the Mayor’s Desk… Coming Soon, the 1st Annual Luna Pier Bootleggers & Blues Festival Saturday July 23rd in Memorial Park from Noon to 10:00 pm. This festival is a seed event organized by the Luna Pier Downtown Development Authority (DDA) to celebrate the City’s Award Winning Master Plan. It is the desire of the LPDDA to promote what the Luna Pier downtown has to offer to the community, visitors and current & future businesses. The event is expected to bring thousands of people to the City to enjoy an amazing line up of Blues performers. In addition there will be a classic car show and artists from the Monroe Council of Arts demonstrating their crafts. As expected there will be many local venders cooking up a storm to please the taste buds and what would a Bootlegger’s festival be without beer? The Luna Pier Business Association will be sponsoring a beer tent as well, with special permission of City Council. Showcased during the event will be a special tent for the Luna Pier Award Winning Master Plan for all to explore. Come see what Luna Pier was…is…and will become!

See Page 2 for more…


From the Mayor’s Desk – continued 1st Annual Luna Pier Bootleggers & Blues Festival Saturday July 23rd in Memorial Park from Noon to 10:00 pm. Here is the lineup with tentative starting times: 12:00 pm HoozierDaddy 2:30 pm Bobby G 4:00 pm Greg Nagy 5:45 pm Eric Goebel And Headliner… 7:30 pm Thornetta Davis

The cost of the event is FREE, although plan to patronize the food venders and beer tent for a reasonable cost. Parking will be located at the Luna Pier Mason School for a minimal cost with shuttles available for no additional cost. We will offer a grill area for those who wish to bring a grill to cook their own BBQ. We insist that there be no tents or umbrellas to block others views and if you bring your pet make sure it is on a leash and well behaved. I cannot express the importance of this event in attracting new business to our City so we can shift our dependence on Consumer’s to diversify our tax base. The DDA has done their best to keep the festival centralized so as to not disturb the lifestyle we are accustomed to day to day. I hope that everyone will be positive concerning the event and if problems arise feedback will be constructive in helping us organize the event in the future.

We are grateful to the sponsors included so far; The City of Luna Pier, Michigan Gas Utilities, Pepsi, Monroe Bank & Trust, Monroe Tourism Bureau, Luna Pier Storage, Mercy Memorial Hospital of Monroe, Mr. Krausman, owner of the L P Post Office.

Teen Dance & Bonfire

Kids Day August 28, 2010

8:00 – 10:00 pm Public Beach

Bring a parent if you are under 13

Congratulations to Our 2011 Citizen of the Year!

Chris Heid was chosen as Luna Pier Citizen of the Year for 2011 during the Cities annual Freedom

Celebration Ceremonies held on July 2nd. Chris Heid has been a

resident of Luna Pier for over 20 years. He is currently serving on the Luna Pier City Council along with numerous boards and committees as well as being extremely active with the Scouts. He is also the owner of Tread Mill Tires in Monroe. Over the years Chris has shown many selfless acts from helping neighbors plow snow out of their driveways, fixing flat tires, and volunteering at events throughout the city. Congratulation Chris! Thanks for making our community a better place!

Collection of School Supplies There is a large box at City Hall for school Supply donations. If you would like to contribute please bring glue, paste, pens & pencils, rulers, paper, folders, binders, crayons, scissors and back packs into the office and place them in the box. Also if you need supplies or know someone who needs school supplies please come in or call City Hall with a name, address and child’s grade and we will make arrangements to provide from the donations what is available.

Thanks in advance for your generosity.


Flood & Erosion Committee June 2011

First I would like to welcome Darrell Adams from the Venice Canal area. Darrell is forming

the Venice Canal subcommittee. Please contact

Darrell if you are interested in helping with Venice Canal issues.

Our USDA loan has some issues to work thru and has not yet been approved. We are waiting on this loan prior to starting any work on our pumps.

The dredging applications are pending council approval; Venice Canal Gate information and procedure is still pending; our dike walks have been cancelled several times due to weather and the Corp of Engineers plan on walking the dike on July 5th in the morning.

Our monthly meetings have now been changed to the 3rd Tuesday of each month except for July. Hope to see more of our Luna Pier residents on July 20th at 7 PM at City Hall. Please come join us!

We still are looking for another member of our committee. Please submit your interest in writing to City Hall or to Sue Lopes at [email protected].

Sue Lopes, Chair of Flood & Erosion Protection

Luna Pier Kids Day 2011 Saturday, August 27th “Animal Planet”

Look deep into nature, and then

you will understand everything better. ~Albert Einstein

Coloring Contest

Join the fun

Come in to City Hall August 15th And choose your coloring page!

There will be one winner in each category

• Preschool ( up to age 6) • School Age (6 – 13)

• High School ( 14 and up)

Crayons, markers or colored pencils can be used

Return to City Hall by August 25th

Coloring pages will be displayed at Kids Day and the winners announced.

Dear Kids Day Volunteer:

I appreciate your willingness to volunteer for Kids Days on August 27, 2011. The theme this year is, “Animal Planet”. I think it will be a festive exciting event. We have included many of our signature events like the cardboard boat races and dance. I am working to coordinate the overall schedule, but I still need many more volunteers to cover all the events. If you know anyone please invite them to participate, especially helpful for high school students in need of service hours.

I would like to meet on Wednesday July 27th at 7:00 pm for a brief meeting in Council Chambers. I will provide everyone with an events calendar and map. I need everyone’s t shirt sizes so I can place our order. We will also arrange for a pick up place just before the event to get everyone’s t-shirts delivered.

Thank you; call me at 734-848-6495 if you cannot attend.

Sincerely, Mayor Mary A. Liske


Kids Day Schedule of Events

August 27, 2011“Animal Planet”

9:30 am – Kids Race, Watertower Park (ONLY summer running club can race)

12:00 pm – Bike Parade, Starts at Watertower Park ends 1st Park

1:00 pm – Dog Show, 1St Street Park

1:00 – 5:00 pm – Dunk Tank, 1St Street Park

1:00 – 5:00 pm – Moon Bounce, 1St Street Park

1:00 – 5:00 pm – Obstacle Course, 1St Street Park

1:00 – 5:00 pm – Tot Lot Bounce (Ages 1 – 4), 1St Street Park

1:00 – 5:00 pm – Mechanical Bull, 1St Street Park

1:00 – 5:00 pm - Butterfly Tent Display, 1st Street Park

1:00 – 3:00 pm – Firemen Interactive Demo, 1St Street Park

1:00 – 4:00 pm – Food, 1St Street Park

1:00 – 4:00 pm – Popcorn, 1st Street Park

Coloring Contest Display, near gazebo

2:00 – 4:00 pm – Kidz Corner,(Kids 6 and under) 1St Street Park

1:00 – 2:00 pm – Sandcastle Contest, Public Beach

1:00 – 5:00 pm – Toledo Zoo Discovery Box, “Baby Animals”(Pre-K to 3rd) 1St Street Park

2:00 – 2:30 pm – Petting Zoo, 1St Street Park

2:00 – 4:00 pm – Animal Crafts & Face Painting, Gazebo

3:00 – 4:00 pm – Martial Arts Demo, 1St Street Park

4:00 – 5:00 pm - Dance Demonstration, 1St Street Park

5:00 – 6:00 pm – Cardboard Boat Races, Public Beach

8:00 – 10:00 pm – Teen Dance, Beach Party & Bonfire, Public Beach

The Downtown area has recently seen the new addition of the Luna Pier Beach Café. The Luna Pier Beach Café is owned and operated by Kok Hwa Chung, also known as Sam. The café offers freshly brewed hot and iced coffee, smoothies, Artisan Gelato, and fresh baked goods. Their coffee beans are selected and roasted by Evelyn Bay, a world famous Michigan based company. Their smoothies and gelato is made from all natural ingredients. The warm atmosphere and delicious baked goods makes this café a must stop. The Café is opened Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm


Kids Day Bike Parade

August 27th, Noon Meet at Water Tower Park

Decorate your Bike Theme; Animal Planet

Cardboard Boat Race

Location, beach, 5:00 -6:00 pm 2011 Theme

“Animal Planet”

As a part of the day’s events the City is sponsoring a cardboard boat race. Prizes will be awarded to winners. In order to enter you must be between 10 – 18 years of age and register at City Hall. Parents will need to sign a waiver for contestants under the age of 18.

A. The following information is important: 1. A team can have up to four people on it. 2. Only one member of the team can be in

the boat during the race. 3. The racing member MUST wear a life

jacket. 4. Hands are used for paddles, ONLY!

B. Examples of boats: 1. Be creative 2. Ideas from past races, pontoon boat,

aircraft carrier. MUST be a boat, NO surfboards allowed

C. Tips and Suggestions: 1. A cubic foot of water weighs 62lbs, so a

one foot x 3 foot boat should carry a 180 lb. person.

2. Make sure you can get the boat out the door of the place you are building it.

3. Corrugated cardboard is a must. Try putting one layer of cardboard in one direction and a second layer in the opposite direction on top of the first.

4. Materials permitted are; duct tape, corrugated cardboard, and spray paint.

5. May want to make a manila folder model first.

6. A flat bottom boat is best with the lowest center of gravity being the most stable by being seated. Standing or kneeling causes tipping.

7. Longer boats are harder to turn while shorter boats are more difficult to steer.

SPECIAL THANKS to Bay Corrugated Container Inc. 1655 W. 7th St. Monroe Township for supplying the cardboard for the boats!!

Kidz Corner Ages 1 – 6

Kids Day August 27th 1st Street Park 2:00 – 4:00 pm

• EleFUN • Play Dough

Expressions • Bug Shoot Out • Ring Toss Candy Grab • Bubbles • Side walk chalk • The Great Peanut Hunt

Luna Pier Kids

Crim Running Club

• The Crim Summer Running Clubs keeps kids active all summer long and gets them ready for the Kids Invitational August 26th and/or the Crim Festival of Races August 27th

• When: Every Monday and Thursday, beginning Thursday, June 23rd

• Where: Luna Pier Elementary School • Time: 10:00 am • For: Ages 6- 12 (under age 6 with a

parent) • Cost: Free • Come on Monday June 20th to register!

• For more information contact the Crim office at (810)252-3449

Pick up your set of rules, waiver & cardboard today at City Hall


Kids Day Bike Parade 2011

We have an 11 year history of Kids Day Events thanks to Mayor Smotherman. Starting in 2000 kids have been decorating their bikes and heading for Watertower Park for the contest and parade. This year’s theme is “Animal Planet”. We will start with a safety presentation and helmet check, followed by a group photo, Family Bike Parade, and awards ceremony. ~ We encourage families to decorate their bikes, kids’ bikes, wagons, and strollers. “Show off Your Ride”~-~Create moving art by decorating your bike and reveal your animal spirit for a chance to win prizes in the following categories: Most Wild Animal Display Best Pet Animal Display Silly Animal Display Most Animalistic Family Display Event Schedule 11:30 AM - Safety instructions and helmet check for Children and Parents 12:00 PM - Event Registration 12:20 PM - Group Photo 12:30 PM – Parade 1:15 PM - Awards Ceremony 1st Street Park Parade Rules:

• Kids under 12 required by law to wear a helmet. (We encourage everyone to wear helmets and set a good example for the kids.

• Kids escorted by parent or guardian

• Follow safety rules

• Entrants must display entry number (provided at

registration)

Waiver of Liability Bike Parade

Participant’s Name: ________________

Address: _________________________

City & State: _____________________

Phone No: ______________________

In consideration of your accepting my participation, I herby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, do release and discharge the City of Luna Pier and all persons officially connected with the Kids Day Bike Parade from and against all damages or actions which might arise out of my son or daughter participating in this event.

Signature:_____________________ Date:_________________________ Parent/Guardian if under 18 Signature:_____________________ Date:_________________________


Sand Castle Contests August 27, 2010 1:00 – 2:00 pm Public Beach Area

Tips to building your castle include building your sandcastle near the water, but not too close. The waves will destroy your castle as the tides rise. Dig a hole to the water table where you'll find the sand is dark and moist. Scoop wet sand onto the center of the area where you're building your castle. Work fast so the sand stays wet. Build towers by forming and stacking sand patties about the size and shape of thick pancakes. Place larger patties on the bottom, and gently shake the patties from side to side as you pile them so that the sand settles. Seal your towers by gently pouring water over them or spraying with a spray bottle filled with water. Wet sand is easiest to work with. Straws are popular for dusting your creation and a variety of tools help refine shapes, big plastic sandcastle sets that work fine for beginner.

Rules 1. Teams of 2 are permitted, but a single

person may compete 2. No adults may assist at any time 3. MATERIALS: only sand, lake water and

other natural materials from the lake which are found on the day of the event and onsite may be used. Hair spray, paste-like substances or food coloring will not be permitted.

4. TOOLS - any hand tools are permitted including shovels, buckets or vessels of water. Molds are acceptable, but forms will not be permitted

5. Registration the day of the event, at the registration table located at 1st Street Park, by 12:30 or before the 29th at City Hall

6. Have FUN! There will be prizes for 2 age groups

Elementary School K-5 Jr. High & High School 6-12

(The grade you will be entering in the fall) Prizes in the following areas

Difficulty of Design (Height, delicate areas, arches, consistency)

Creativity (Originality & imagination)

Volunteers Needed! We have been doing a lot of things lately and we want to do more but we need help.

We are looking for residents in these areas:

• Zoning Board of Appeals alternates

• A Downtown Development Authority board member

• An Economic Development Corporation member

• A Planning Commission member

• Parks and Recreation

• Tax Board of Review

• Flood & Erosion

If you are interested in being a part of the process of revitalizing the city and want to see us reach that potential, please call, email, or stop by the office.

Thanks, Greg

Building Department

Property maintenance remains a big concern to area residents. When structures are not properly maintained it affects the public health, safety and general welfare, as well as, the aesthetic value of community at large and can have a direct effect on property values. It is our duty to ensure that all residents, including our tenants, are living in safe conditions. Further, many repairs, furnaces, water heaters, changes to electric service, etc. are being installed improperly, without permits, creating unsafe and hazardous conditions. The IPMC was adopted to correct unsuitable conditions and to establish mechanisms for continued maintenance of structures thereby promoting health, safety, and welfare of the community and the residents. In 2007 the City Council adopted the International Property Maintenance Code and the Building Department has been enforcing it on a complaint basis. Please visit the Building Department page of our web site for more info

Visit our web site at: www.cityoflunapier.com


A Big Thanks to the Park and Recreation Committee The Parks and Recreation Committee is working hard this summer to be able to provide ice skating this winter at the pond in Water Tower Park. Their hard work and the volunteers that are working to make it happen deserve our thanks. First Betty Roper, thanks for your tireless efforts. Betty has talked to numerous folks in the community and come up with a shed, labor and materials to build an entrance, and received dozens of skates to be used by the children. I know I will forget some folks, but here goes. Thanks to Ted Beck, John and Gayle Burlin, Mary Jan Ford, Jim Ginther, Michaeline Hannum, Lisa Kring, Steve and Debbie Lay, Rosalie Lewis, Bill and Theresa Miller, Phyllis Petee, Rebecca Roper, Randy and Maurene Wagner, Gary and Sandy Wilmoth, Harold St John, Sylvania Tam O Shanter, The Bedford Lions Club (Lion’s Den), Lowes, and Star Towing The Parks and Recreation group is also moving forward on a mural for downtown and working to connect with other communities via walking trails. The committee, Cindy Zohn-Conyers, Linda Emptage, Ric Murry, Mary Ansel, Don Masztak, and Betty Roper are doing a great job, when you see em’ tell them thanks.

RESIDENTS’ PARKING PERMIT Just a reminder to Luna Pier residents that you are allowed to park in the beach and pier areas at no charge provided you secure and display a resident parking permit on the front of the inside rear view mirror of your vehicle. Resident parking permit stickers are available at Luna Pier City Hall at no charge. However, your vehicle’s registration is required to receive your permit. DPW News Superintendent Randy Whipple In years past we have had problems with residents mowing their grass into the

streets. According to Ordinance #15, Section 5.13, this is illegal. Please refrain from doing this. Not only will it make the streets look better, but it will also keep the storm drains open. Also, if you have a storm drain near your residence, please keep it free from debris so the water drains quickly.

Burn Pile – The pile is for tree and yard trimmings (no grass) and is located by the boat ramp parking lot. It is for city residents only. Please do not place wood with nails or other trash on this pile. We could lose the burn pile if it is abused. Help us police and maintain what we have.

Dumpster available - Year around the city has a dumpster located behind the wastewater treatment plant. State law prohibits the disposal of tree trimmings, leaves, grass or any other vegetation to be buried in landfills. Therefore, disposal of these materials are not allowed in dumpsters. PLEASE DO NOT LITTER! PLACE ALL MATERIALS INSIDE DUMPSTERS! The gates are open 7 am until 3:15 pm during the week. Holiday and weekend hours vary between 6 am and 1 pm. Call 848-4581 to make sure the gates are open. The dumpster is emptied on Tuesday and Friday. If the dumpster is full before empty day, the rear gate will be locked until it is emptied. These dumpsters are NOT intended for non-resident, commercial or contractor use. DO NOT LEAVE PAINT CANS, CHEMICALS, TIRES OR LP TANKS IN THIS AREA. THE CITY HAS NO WAY OF DISPOSING OF THESE ITEMS.

Compost Pile – There is a compost pile located on the northwest corner of the parking lot at the boat ramp. This pile is for grass and leaves ONLY. Please remove the grass and leaves from the plastic bags or containers. Thank you!

Used Motor Oil – Used motor oil may be disposed of at the city’s maintenance garage. Please call Randy or Bryan at 848-8481 for further information.

Residents of Luna Pier have unlimited curbside trash pick-up!


Luna Pier DDA is Hosting a Labor Day

Community Walk!

Start Time: Monday, September 5, 2011 @ 9:00 am

Start Location: Luna Pier Memorial Park ~ Luna Pier Rd.

Distance: 3 miles

End Location: Luna Pier Memorial Park ~ Luna Pier Rd.

Questions? Contact: City Hall 734-848-6495

Sponsored by:

The Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness, Health & Sports

& the Michigan Fitness Foundation Also locally by Luna Pier Sunoco

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