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Join the Woodward Avenue Action Association as we host our second business networking event of the year, Connect After 5! On Wednesday, July 21 mix and mingle with fellow WA3 members and Woodward businesses at the historic Majestic Theater's Alley Deck. This event is free for members and just $5 dollars for non-members and includes appetizers and a cash bar.
Make sure you have your 30 second pitch perfected and plenty of cards as you Connect After 5 on the byway!
When: Wednesday, July 21
Where: Majestic Theater/Alley Deck, 1440 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m
Cost: Free to members, $5 for non members
To RSVP please visit www.woodwardavenue.org
WA3 Welcomes Summer Intern!
The Woodward Avenue Action Association is happy to welcome Miss. Amanda Shomo to our staff for the summer. Amanda joins the WA3 after graduating from Michigan State University with a B.S in Urban & Regional Planning. Shomo also holds a certificate in basic landscape design from Macomb Community College and recently received her LEED certification. While at MSU, one of her worked with a team of that conducted a foreclosure/city asset study for the cities of Mt. Clemens and Eastpointe that resulted in a strategic plan to attract and retain residents. Throughout the summer she will work on a variety of projects getting hands on experience with many of our programs from promotions to economic development.
Roseland
Cemetery Celebrates 100 Years
As Roseland Cemetery celebrates 100 years this month its history stretches far beyond being the final resting place for everyone from soldiers who fought in the Spanish American War to famous Michiganders such as Ira Leonard Grinnell, Dr. Charles F Kuhn and Ora J. Mulford.
Before the arrival of settlers in 1820, Ottawa Indians farmed the Berkley site. In the mid 1800's John Benjamin and his son John Jr. built Benjamin Muley Grain Cradle, an innovation key in enabling farmers to quadruple their productivity. In 1906 Roseland Park was established and was designated a National Wildlife Sanctuary by the Department of Natural Resources. The park established by a group of local businessmen including Clarence C. Burton, Samuel D. Holcomb, Chas Endicott and more was dedicated in 1910. In 1914 the cemetery dedicated the Rose Chapel Mausoleum, at the time the largest public structure of its kinds in the county.
Celebrate one of Woodward's oldest cemeteries on Saturday, July 17. Anniversary festivities will take place throughout the day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities will include a dedications and brief historical presentation, scavenger hunt highlighting some of the cemetery's famous residents, open visitation of the world famous Rose Chapel and private tours of the cemetery. For more information please visit www.roselandparkcemetery.com or call 248-541-1154.
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Get Your Authentic Woodward Gear Here!
 Show your Woodward pride with authentic WA3 Woodward merchandise . Visit the Woodward Store at www.woodwardstore.org to view the full collection of merchandise that will fit all of your gift giving needs. With a full line of gear from golf shirts to tee's in women's and men's sizes S - 3XXl, hats, totes and more. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of merchandise go to support the ongoing maintenance of Woodward Avenue. For more information please contact the WA3 at 248-288-2004. |
Feel the Music in Highland Park
Join the City of Highland Park, Highland Park Business Association, HP Devco and Charter One Bank for the first Highland Park Music Festival. This great summer event will feature live music, spoken word, health screenings, a kids zone, fair vendors and a car show by the Metrocruisers. Taking the stage on the grounds of the historic McGregor Library will be the award wining jazz group, Straight Ahead, Norma Jean Bell and the Jazz Kids, Stacey Hotwaxx Hale and many more. The fun takes place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The event is free and producers encourage you to bring the entire family down for a day of fun. For more information please call 313-865-3001. |
SMART Transit Programs Provide Cost Savings to Businesses and Employees
As the only regional transit system for southeast Michigan, SMART offers convenient, reliable and safe transportation for Macomb, Oakland and Wayne Counties. There are approximately 2.5 million people living within a ¼ mile radius of a SMART bus route. Serving an average of 13 million riders annually, SMART's fixed route, connector and community transit services connect people to employment and medical and educational institutions throughout the region. A vital service to the community, 70 percent of riders utilize SMART to reach places of employment and 20 percent ride SMART to reach educational institutions.
To address the needs of local transit, in 1995 SMART created the Community Partnership Program (CPP). An award winning program, the CPP provides communities access to funding and SMART resources to operate local community transit programs. In addition, SMART Connector provides curb-to-curb transportation for seniors and people with disabilities. Almost 60 percent of SMART Connector riders are visiting medical facilities or going to work. Through these two programs alone, SMART provides more than 1 million rides annually to medical facilities, work, school and retail establishments for people with disabilities and seniors.To get more information on Get A Job, Get A Ride and TransitChek programs, please visit www.smartbus,org, or call 1-866-962-5515 and press (3) for employee programs.
On August 3, 2010 residents in the SMART service area will have the opportunity to vote on the public transportation proposal to renew SMART's tax millage at .59 mil per household which is approximately $59 for a home with a state equalized value of $100,000.
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Quick Links
Want to know how to grow your business along the byway? Need to have your voice heard regarding governmental issues that affect your business? Just want to help Woodward Avenue grow? Then become a member of the WA3. For more information please visit www.woodwardavenue.org.
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 Greetings!
Welcome to the July eNewsletter of the Woodward Avenue Action Association! It's a great time to be in Michigan and on Woodward Avenue!
New & Renewing Members
The WA3 would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for the support of the organization and dedication to the byway:
Anna- Marie Kopcha, Aflac, 259000 Greenfield, Ste 414, Oak Park, MI 48237, 248-968-9884 ext 115
Artistic Outdoor Services, 31800 Northwestern Highway, ste 140, Farmington Hills, MI 48334, 248-855-8575 www.artisticoutdoor.com
Clarence Johnson P.C, 26076 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak, MI 48067, 248-398-4040
Individual Members
Cynthia Solaka, Charlotte, S.C
WA3 Members Take Home Top Honors
This June, Hour Detroit Magazine readers voted and named Woodward Avenue Action Association member businesses among some of the best in the state! What makes these businesses so great besides their location on the one of most revered roads in America? It's their dedication to customer service, unique goods and services, rich history and dedication to their communities. On June 24, the businesses listed below were honored at one of the biggest bashes in town Hour's Best of Detroit Party held at the Motor City Casino & Hotel which was attended by over 500 of the areas movers and shakers. Now get out and discover what makes these businesses so great for yourself today!
Food & Drink
The Whitney www.thewhiteny.com The Best Place for Nightcaps after the Show Leo's Coney Island www.leosconeyisland.com The Best Cheap Eats Shopping Lisa's Gift Wrappers www.lisasgiftwrappers.com Best Local Gift Wrapper Detroit Artists Market Best Art Gallery Blossoms
www.blossomsbirmingham.com
Best Single Location Florist
"Savvy dinner party guests know to visit Blossoms in Birmingham for sure to please hostess gifts, including some of the most beautifully packaged candles in town" Hour Magazine, June 2010.
Garden Bowl
www.majesticdetroit.com
Best Bowling Alley- Local
Birmingham Palladium
Best Place to See a Movie
Devin Scillian ( voice of Woodward Avenue Action Association Automotive Heritage Audio Tour)
WDIV- 4
Best Male Anchor
VID: Very Important Dates!
July Six to Eight Mile Business District Stakeholder Meeting
 When: Wednesday, July 14 Where: La Dolce Vita, 17546 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI Time: 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. For more information on how you can be apart of the change that is taking place in this district contact Program Manager, Nicole Klepadlo at 248-288-2004 or nklepadlo@woodwardavenue.org. |
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Entrepreneurial Spotlight: Tim Ross, President, Ross Mortgage
 While other mortgage companies have come and gone in an era of non-traditional loans, a housing boom gone bust Ross Mortgage has managed to stay above the fray and continue to grow. A family company, Chairman Hugh Ross founded in 1983 it has deep Michigan roots starting off with one location in Berkley. In 1986 Hugh and son Tim purchased Michigan Mortgage Corporation changing the name to Ross Mortgage. Celebrating over 50 years of service to families the company now has 18 locations throughout Michigan, Florida and Ohio.
Ross Mortgage is the largest independently owned mortgage banking company in the state providing loans to Michigan home buyers. Currently the Corp Magazine Michigan Bright Spot Award winning company has 160 employees with about 130 based here in Michigan.
Along with a decision to stay in Michigan is the Ross family's choice to locate their headquarters along Woodward Avenue. "Woodward is a street that everyone in the region knows. It's a central location so that it's easy to reach for our clients. We are reachable outside of rush hour times in 25 minutes from any location. For us that accessibility is critical in working with our clients". said Ross.
Recognizing the importance of Woodward, Ross also supports the role of the WA3 through his membership and enthusiasm for what the organization does. "The WA3 ties together businesses, residents and government for the complete care of the road. It makes sure that you and your business are represented as well as acts as an incredible resource for your businesses needs" said Ross. For more information on Ross Mortgage please visit www.rossmortgage.com or call 248-547-4700.
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Top Five Reasons You Should become a WA3 Member
1) We are the only organization working to enhance the physical and economic viability of the entire Woodward Corridor.
2) The WA3 can provide assistance with facade improvements in certain byway districts via the Detroit ONCR ReFresh program.
3) The WA3 is making it easier for business owners, property leasing agents/developers to fill vacant parcels along the byway with the new Woodward 3D Virtual Map, listing current parcels, incentives programs and much more.
4) The WA3 provides your business access to visitors from around the globe through our designation as a National Scenic Byway and All - American Road.
5) The WA3 provides your business a way to be heard by local and state legislators when it comes to the issues that matter most to you.
For more information on becoming a member of the WA3 please contact the WA3 at 248-288-2004 or visit www.woodwardavenue.org.
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Get Connected
Ferndale Chamber of Commerce & Berkely Chamber of Commerce Present: Coffee Connection
 When: Tuesday, July 20
Where: Farkas Chiropractic, 22540 Woodward Avenue, Ferndale, MI 48220
Time: 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Cost: Free to members, $5 for non-members
Sales II: Is Following up Your Best Strategy? Presented by Gerry Weinberg & Associates & Oakland County
When: Wednesday, July 28
Where: Oakland County Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328
Time: 9a.m.to Noon
Cost: $45
For more information and to RSVP please call 248-858-0783 or visit www.oakgov.com
Birmingham Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce Presents:Golf Scarmble
When: Monday, August 16
Where: Birmingham Country Club, 1750 Saxton
Time: 1 p.m.to 7p.m.
Cost: $100
For more information and to RSVP please call 248-644-1700 or visit www.bbcc.com
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