Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Voters will decide between six candidates to fill one partial term.
Troy residents will decide between six candidates running for one partial term as Mayor in the May 7 special election. Incumbent Mayor Dane Slater, who was appointed on Nov. 26 following the Nov. 7 ouster of Mayor Janice Daniels, is among the candidates vying to serve the term, expiring Nov. 9, 2015. The five other candidates include former State Representative Marty Knollenberg, David Elsas, Jon Desjardins, Faris Alami, and Scott T. Welborn. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. In order to vote, you must: A newly-passed law places new language on the ballot application that states that the voter is a U.S. citizen and is qualified to vote, and the voter certifies this by signing the application. The state of Michigan's Web site has a …
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Troy residents hoping to vote in the May election should register to vote by April 8.
The deadline to register to vote in the May 7 election is just around the corner. Voters have until April 8 to register at Troy City Hall, any Secretary of State office or by mail. This year, there is a new requirement to register to vote in Michigan. As of March 28, anyone wishing to register to vote must have a photo ID or a signed affidavit with proof of citizenship. If they do not have photo ID, they may sign an affidavit of identity verifying who they are and they will be issued a ballot. A separate, newly passed law places new language on the ballot application that states that the voter is a U.S. citizen and is qualified to vote, and the voter certifies this by signing the application. In order to vote, you must: Those who aren't …
Here's what you need to know before you start your spring clean up.
The following information is from the City of Troy website: Pickup service for the above items (excluding hazardous chemicals) is available through the contractor upon request on a fee basis. Call (248) 585-9120 for details. Oil paints, garden chemicals, automotive products, oils, household cleaners, solvents, insulin syringes, and other hazardous materials are collected on appointment basis only. Call SOCRRA's Special Household Waste Hot Line for an appointment: (248) 288-5153.
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
The website is designed to be more user-friendly and visually appealing.
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Wednesday, December 19, 2012
The following press release was submitted by Cindy Stewart/City of Troy. The City of Troy’s website, www.troymi.gov has been redesigned to make navigation easier for residents, businesses and visitors. When you log onto the new City of Troy Website you will find a new look with tabs at the top - Live Here, Work Here, Play Here, Government and Resources, as well as Calendar and Contact Us sections. “The prominent tabs, Live Here, Work Here and Play Here highlight Troy, MI as one of the most dynamic and livable cities in Michigan, and the country; renowned for A+ rated schools, excellent public services,” Community Affairs Director Cindy Stewart said. “Troy is also a vibrant business and technology center, home to over 6,100 thriving …
Monday, December 17, 2012
Council unanimously appointed Pennington Monday evening.
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Monday, December 17, 2012
After a short round of voting Monday evening, Council unanimously appointed Ed Pennington to Troy City Council. He was sworn in immediately following the vote by Troy City Clerk Aileen Bittner. Pennington, a Troy resident for eight years, has owned Pennington Collision in Troy for 22 years. The business has been in his family since 1968. During his interview Monday, Pennington told Council members he would "like to see Council work together without division" and said he'd provide a stable voice on Council. "I've always considered myself an independent thinker," he added. A seat on council opened up on Nov. 26 when Mayor Dane Slater resigned his seat in order to serve as mayor. Slater replaces former Troy Mayor Janice Daniels, who was …
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
"The court finds that fairness in the election process mandates that timely notice be rendered," said Judge Denise Langford Morris. "Therefore, the court finds that the next regular election date is in May."
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012
PONTIAC – Oakland County 6th Circuit Court Judge Denise Langford Morris on Wednesday afternoon ordered a May 2013 special election for Troy to elect a new mayor. The decision marks the tentative end to a nearly month-long battle between the City of Troy and the Secretary of State's office after Council voted on Nov. 21 not to seek further advice from the state on how to replace former Troy Mayor Janice Daniels, who was recalled on Nov. 6. For the latest on this story and other Troy news, follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and sign up for our daily newsletter. "The court agrees with the Secretary of State that the law requires a special election be held following a recall on the next regular election date, which is February 26, 2013," …
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Secretary of Sate Ruth Johnson filed a lawsuit on Nov. 30 against the Troy City Clerk Aileen Bittner, saying Troy residents "have the right to choose the city's mayor in February."
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Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Monday, December 10, 2012
Secretary of Sate Ruth Johnson filed a lawsuit on Nov. 30 against the Troy City Clerk Aileen Bittner, saying Troy residents "have the right to choose the city's mayor in February."
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Monday, December 10, 2012
A motion hearing in the Secretary of State v. Troy City Clerk lawsuit is scheduled for 10 a.m. this Wednesday, Dec. 12 in front of Judge Denise Langford Morris at Oakland County 6th Circuit Court in Pontiac. The Nov. 30 lawsuit was filed after the Secretary of State's office and the City of Troy failed to come to an agreement on the process by which to replace former Troy Mayor Janice Daniels, who was recalled on Nov. 6. In the lawsuit, they claim the City has violated state law by not calling a special election on in February and instead choosing to follow City Charter by appointing Dane Slater mayor until the November 2013 city election. The city has been locked in a battle with the Michigan Secretary of State's office since Council …
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012
The City held its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Wednesday evening.
With cups full of hot chocolate, tummies full of Timbits (courtesy of Troy's newest Tim Hortons) and hearts full of holiday cheer, dozens of bundled-up attendees crowded around the steps in front of Troy City Hall Wednesday evening to watch the Christmas lights come on for the first time this season. The festivities included Christmas carols sung by the Troy Athens High School Concert Choir, a performance by the Troy Colts Drumline and a special countdown to the tree lighting with Santa Claus himself. >>Have a photo or video from the tree lighting? Upload it to this story!<< Check out photos and videos from last year's tree-lighting ceremony at Troy City Hall. For more holiday events in Troy and beyond, check out our 2012 Holiday Events …
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The free Wednesday evening event is open to all and will feature caroling, hot cocoa, holiday treats and, of course, Santa Claus!
John David
9:47 pm on Monday, May 6, 2013
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