WCSO January 2025 police services monthly report for City of Manchester
as provided by Lt. Alan Hunt, Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) During the month of January 2025 there were 105 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 41 traffic stops were made, resulting in two citations. In the City of Manchester during the month of January, there were no significant incidents […]
Mikey & Me awarded $12,200 by 100 Women Who Care
submitted by Stephanie Doll, 100 Women Who Care — Chelsea Area Members of 100 Women Who Care — Chelsea Area met Tuesday night, February 5, to select a nonprofit recipient for their Impact Award. This was the largest-ever membership event. The Chelsea Depot was filled with excitement and a high level of engagement! After extending […]
City Council appoints Amelia Woods to fill vacancy
by Marsha Chartrand In light of the recent resignation of 25-year trustee, Patrick DuRussel, in in early January, Manchester City Council was designated with the responsibility to name his replacement at the soonest possible time. Applications for the Council seat were accepted by the City office until close of business on Friday, January 21 with […]
City denies overflow parking for wrestling tournament, proposes replacing blight ordinance
by Marsha Chartrand Five Council members were in attendance at the February 3 meeting. Missing were Way and DuRussel (resigned). Visitors included Sharon Jones and Amelia Woods, candidates to fill the vacancy left by DuRussel. Also visiting was Eileen Peck, a newly elected Washtenaw Community Council Trustee. City Council was presented with a request by […]
WCRC to resurface McCollum Road in 2025
submitted by Washtenaw County Road Commission The Washtenaw County Road Commission (WCRC) announced $9.4 million in investments, improving approximately 37 miles of paved and unpaved roads across Washtenaw County during the 2025 construction season. These important projects are made possible through a combination of funding sources, including the 2025–2028 Four-Year County-Wide Roads and Non-motorized Millage, […]
Free tax help comes to Manchester
submitted by Carol Wotring, director, CRC Local residents can access free tax preparation services now until April 3 through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, a joint initiative by Manchester Community Resource Center (CRC), United Way of Southeast Michigan, and the Accounting Aid Society. Our dedicated CRC volunteers have received specialized IRS training as […]
New weight restrictions on Sharon Hollow Road bridge
from Washtenaw County Road Commission Effective Friday, February 7, 2025, the Washtenaw County Road Commission has reduced the load rating on the Sharon Hollow Road bridge over River Raisin, between Sharon Valley Road and Bethel Church Road in Sharon Township. It has been reduced to 42/67/76 due to structural deterioration. A schedule for maintenance at […]
Making progress on senior/community center
by Marsha Chartrand There is daily progress being made on the new Senior/Community Center located on the lower level of City Hall, 912 City Rd, and the contractor is planning for an April occupancy date. “Next week, the schedule is for plumbing and electrical installation,” said senior director Pat Vailliencourt. “After that, things will move […]
Growing interest in historic homes leads to class and possible reactivation of Manchester’s Historic District Commission
by Sara Swanson Manchester resident, realtor, and historic home enthusiast Jaimie Schmidt has recognized over the past few years a resurgence of what she likes to call “What’s old is cool again,” and with this interest in everything old has come a renewal of interest in old houses. Schmidt, who is on the board of […]
Superintendent Bezeau announces he is leaving the district in June
by Sara Swanson Manchester Community School families received a message Friday afternoon with a letter from superintendent Dr. Brad Bezeau letting them know that he will not be requesting an extension of his current contract with the district and that he will be leaving the district on June 30, 2025. He stated, “After much planning […]
