Raising The Roof on Tindal Recreation Center
by Marie Adams Lawton Executive Director
and Friends of George Cushingberry Jr.
Nestle snugly in the northwest side of Detroit, this once vibrant recreational center was the "hub" for young people in and around the City of Detroit. However, it wasn't long before cutbacks, layoffs, and fund reduction forced Tindal to close its doors in 2007 eliminating a safe haven facility that previously taught children the true meaning of teamwork. Tindal Recreation Center located at 10301 W. Seven Mile consist of a multipurpose room, gymnasium, classrooms, and a weight room. UAW-Ford has been so generous to replace the gymnasium floor, lighting and kitchen. However our main problem is the ROOF.
(Click Here for Map and Directions)
The roof on the building has never been replaced and has now passed it life expectancy. The roof consists of a built up material and it is in two sections, a sloped portions and a flat section. Numerous issues have occurred in the flat section with the perimeter being the worst area where most of the water leaks occur. The ridge perimeter at the top ash split, is showing signs of water penetration, and the membrane around the eave and drains is failing. Over the years, the roof has become worn and is need of a complete tear off and replacement.
In 2015, under an operational agreement for the next fifteen years, Tindal Recreational Center was given to Health Kidz Inc., a youth based sports organization with a successful and pulsation reputation for keeping kids of the streets and teaching them the true meaning of sportsmanship both on and off the court/field/course. Maria Adams-Lawtom the founder & CEO of Health Kidz inc. acquired Tindal from the City of Detroit Parks and Rec Department with one mission in mind, opening the doors to the community and young people who need a safe and productive place to be with physical and mental activity to stimulate overall growth.
During the 9 year period of inactivity of the Tindal Building, time was not on the side of the building as it experienced water damage, resource theft, intrusion, and lack of overall attention. Although the task appears enormous, Maria Adams-Lawton says it's not impossible and those will do what she can while she can, for as long as she can, with whatever resources are donated her way. In a short period of time, she has replaced most of the plumbing, purchase new restroom fixtures, acquire recreational games like pool and ping pong tables, and solicit help for painting and structural repair.....
However, that is not enough, WE NEED THE COMMUNITY'S HELP!
If you the public would like to assist in this effort please contact
Maria Adams-Lawton at (313) 995-0607
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Fall Fellowship Internship Opportunities With The Michigan Democratic Party
By Friends of Cushingberry
The Michigan Coordinated Campaign Fall Fellowship is an opportunity to be a part of history and work at the grassroots level to elect Hillary Clinton and Democrats up and down the ballot.
Fellows will be trained on organizing tools and tactics as well as grassroots fundamentals, and will work alongside organizers in communities to support voter outreach and registration, volunteer recruitment and development, team building, and community engagement.
Fellows commit to spending at least 15 hours per week for eight weeks working to elect Hillary Clinton and other Democrats.
Our Fall Fellowship Program will officially kick off with a training in Detroit on Sunday, September 11 , however applicants who are interested in starting early can be accepted for August start dates on a rolling basis.
Fellows will be expected to:
● Meet ambitious goals and deadlines to reach and register voters and recruit volunteers;
● Organize in a specific neighborhood, community, or group of communities alongside
grassroots volunteer leaders and coordinated campaign staff;
● Engage new potential volunteers through phone calls, canvassing, and community
outreach;
● Participate in training on field organizing, messaging, and other activities;
● Hold organizational meetings to recruit new volunteers and supporters in communities;
● Use social networks to help amplify our message and to talk about the work that we do
and
● Continue to build the movement to help elect Democrats up and down the ticket this
November.
Apply by August 28th! Apply Today By Clicking Here
www.hillaryclinton.com/FallFellowship
Amira Perryman
The Michigan Coordinated Campaign Fall Fellowship is an opportunity to be a part of history and work at the grassroots level to elect Hillary Clinton and Democrats up and down the ballot.Fellows will be trained on organizing tools and tactics as well as grassroots fundamentals, and will work alongside organizers in communities to support voter outreach and registration, volunteer recruitment and development, team building, and community engagement.
Fellows commit to spending at least 15 hours per week for eight weeks working to elect Hillary Clinton and other Democrats.
Our Fall Fellowship Program will officially kick off with a training in Detroit on Sunday, September 11 , however applicants who are interested in starting early can be accepted for August start dates on a rolling basis.
Fellows will be expected to:
● Meet ambitious goals and deadlines to reach and register voters and recruit volunteers;
● Organize in a specific neighborhood, community, or group of communities alongside
grassroots volunteer leaders and coordinated campaign staff;
● Engage new potential volunteers through phone calls, canvassing, and community
outreach;
● Participate in training on field organizing, messaging, and other activities;
● Hold organizational meetings to recruit new volunteers and supporters in communities;
● Use social networks to help amplify our message and to talk about the work that we do
and
● Continue to build the movement to help elect Democrats up and down the ticket this
November.
Apply by August 28th! Apply Today By Clicking Here
www.hillaryclinton.com/FallFellowship
Amira Perryman
Michigan Democratic Party
Regional Organizing Director
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Free Child Support / Divorce Help From Concerned Community Organizations
by Friends of Cushingberry
During a divorce, the symptom of "Baby Mama Drama" with a spouse reaches an all time high with two people dogging each other out and, children are caught in the middle of it. Often times a spouse feels that there is no one to turn to that will listen to their issue. The good news is that there are many places in Detroit that provide legal help to citizens who are going through a divorce with the children. All of them are free of charge and just takes a few moments of your time to utilize their services. If you have any questions on these programs please contact the coordinator of each program. From August until the end of the year, organizations like the United Auto Workers and others are assisting people in need legal services regarding their children. These dates are not just for August 2016 because the hyperlinks and information are good all year round. If you have any questions, we recommend that you call the agency directly.
During a divorce, the symptom of "Baby Mama Drama" with a spouse reaches an all time high with two people dogging each other out and, children are caught in the middle of it. Often times a spouse feels that there is no one to turn to that will listen to their issue. The good news is that there are many places in Detroit that provide legal help to citizens who are going through a divorce with the children. All of them are free of charge and just takes a few moments of your time to utilize their services. If you have any questions on these programs please contact the coordinator of each program. From August until the end of the year, organizations like the United Auto Workers and others are assisting people in need legal services regarding their children. These dates are not just for August 2016 because the hyperlinks and information are good all year round. If you have any questions, we recommend that you call the agency directly.
| Free Child Support Help Dates: | ||
| Fri, Aug 5, 2016: | UAW Region 1A Center 15140 Livernois Detroit MI 48238 | 9am-3pm |
| Fri, Aug 12, 2016: | ACCESS 6450 Maple Street Dearborn MI 48216 | 9am-3pm |
| Tue, Aug 16, 2016: | Resource Network 11816 Jos Campau Hamtramck MI 48212 | 10a,-3pm |
| Wed, Aug 24, 2016: | Focus Hope 1200 Oakman Boulevard Detroit MI 48238 | 9am-3pm |
| Thu, Aug 25, 2016: | Wayne County Legal Resources Consortium 645 Griswold, Detroit MI 48226 | 12pm-3pm |
| Thu, Sep 15, 2016: | Wayne County Community College District | |
| Sat, Oct 22, 2016: | Wayne County Child Support Help Program 5201 Woodward Ave, Detroit MI 48202 | 1pm-4pm |
MONTHLY MEETINGS - CHILD SUPPORT HELP |
||
| 1st Thusday of Month: | William Booth Legal Aid Clinic 2 Woodward Ave Room 1901 Detroit, MI 48226 Default Divorce Judgment | 10am |
| 2nd and 3rd Thursday of the month: | William Booth Legal Aid Clinic 2 Woodward Ave Room 1901 Detroit, MI 48226 Legal Aid Clinic | 12pm-2pm |
| 4th Thursday of the Month | Wayne County Legal Resources Consortium 645 Griswold, Detroit MI 48226 | 12pm-3pm |
Michigan Legal Help Self-Help Centers |
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| Monday through Thursday | Penobscot Building SMART Detroit 13th Floor 645 Griswold, Suite 1300 Detroit, MI 48226 |
9a-4p |
| Mondays and Wed. | Southwest Detroit Family
Alliance for Change (Spanish/English) 3627 W. Vernor Detroit, MI 48216 |
9a-3p |
Tuesday, July 19, 2016
Detroit Marijuana Business Owners Challenge New Ordinance in the US District Court of Eastern Michigan and Gets Results!
Richard Clement - Friends of George
Cushingberry Jr.
On July 12, 2016 Judge Avery Cohen of the United States District Court Eastern
District of Michigan Southern Division agreed with plaintiffs Sons of Hemp
against the City of Detroit regarding the new Medical Marijuana Ordinance 3-15.
(Case# 16-11492 - Sons of Hemp v City of Detroit) The court deemed this matter
appropriate for a decision without an oral argument. Judge Cohn ordered that
this case be remanded back to the Wayne County Circuit Court to re-hear the
plaintiff’s arguments.
The Sons of Hemp are a
group of African American Marijuana Business owners in Detroit who are being
adversely affected by this new ordinance going into effect. %100 of all African
American owned businesses would be shut down if this ordinance was put into
full effect.
Judge Cohn remanded the
case back to Wayne County Circuit Court to allow the Sons of Hemp to bring up
their arguments regarding their Federal and State Claims of:
- Unconstitutional taking of property
- Violation of equal protection laws
- Violations of due process per U.S.C. 42 of 1983 and State Law (MCL 600.2918)
- Violations of 1st Amendment protections from Freedom of Religion
Detroit City Attorney
Eric Gaabo agreed with the plaintiffs’ claims to argue these points based on
Title 42 U.S.C. 1983 and 1985 because the ordinance violates their right to
equal protection because it treats them differently than pharmacies. Judge
Cohn concurred with the plaintiffs and remanded this case back to Wayne County
Circuit Court.
It is currently legal
for a caregiver to dispense medicine to their patients and transfer to other
patients from any private home in Detroit. Given the unpleasant choice of
conducting business in the neighborhoods, the City prefers to have the traffic
on the B1-B4 Zones to keep it out of the neighborhoods. Federal law
prohibits the use of religion in the zoning of property because it violates the
1st amendment regarding religious freedom.
The ordinance as it is
written is un-constitutional and cannot be enforced in it’s current
state. The ordinance adversely affects Marijuana Business owners in
Detroit with over-regulation and, it must be re-written to remove any vestiges
of racial and religious discrimination. Additionally arguments regarding the
use of Drug Free Zones to specifically attack Medical Marijuana businesses in
Detroit can also be brought up in a State Court of Law. As it stands now, the
Detroit Marijuana Ordinance is suspended until it can be re-heard in Wayne
County Circuit Courtroom at a date to be named later.
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