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			<title>Child porn charges filed against Holly man</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1951-child-porn-charges-filed-against-holly-man#comment-13117</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Jesse Lambert says: &quot;http://www.mipsor.state.mi.us/ This might help those that are in need of a bit more information.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Jesse Lambert</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 12:14:17 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Resident speaks out about village budget and staffing reductions</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1942-resident-speaks-out-about-village-budget-and-staffing-reductions#comment-13116</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Toddski says: &quot;I'm wondering why a person would not gather ALL the details concerning the Village budget instead of picking and choosing? I'm sure that if they sat down with our Village Mgr. He would be more then happy to explain them.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Toddski</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 11:44:10 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1942-resident-speaks-out-about-village-budget-and-staffing-reductions#comment-13116</guid>
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			<title>Rose Township Clerk recognized for achievement</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1947-rose-township-clerk-recognized-for-achievement#comment-13115</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Artista says: &quot;Congratulations Debbie! Your hard work and dedication is recognized and much appreciated by a majority of the township. Keep up the great work, the township has needed someone like you for a LONG time!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Artista</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 12 May 2012 14:19:35 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Rose Township Clerk recognized for achievement</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1947-rose-township-clerk-recognized-for-achievement#comment-13114</link>
			<description><![CDATA[njhanks says: &quot;Congratulations, Debbie. Your accomplishments and hard work are much appreciated. Keep up the good work!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>njhanks</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 08:25:58 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Rose Township Clerk recognized for achievement</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1947-rose-township-clerk-recognized-for-achievement#comment-13113</link>
			<description><![CDATA[LongtimeRoseresident says: &quot;The Clerk is a good example of our current administration. A lot of show but no real benefit to the township. Ask yourself what does the Slaughter sisters or not-so-Noble do for the Township and what do they do for themselves.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>LongtimeRoseresident</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 00:27:10 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Rose Township Clerk recognized for achievement</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1947-rose-township-clerk-recognized-for-achievement#comment-13112</link>
			<description><![CDATA[MSF says: &quot;What an accomplishment. It is a good thing that so many aspects of the clerks job have been farmed out so that she could take the time to do this. But then again, its probably better for everyone that someone else is actually doing the clerks job.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>MSF</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 16:49:11 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly marks second year with “Playful City USA” designation</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1927-holly-marks-second-year-with-playful-city-usa-designation#comment-13111</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;I submitted a correction to the post. Full information can be found at www.hollyorc.org.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 09 May 2012 12:16:50 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1927-holly-marks-second-year-with-playful-city-usa-designation#comment-13111</guid>
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			<title>Holly marks second year with “Playful City USA” designation</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1927-holly-marks-second-year-with-playful-city-usa-designation#comment-13110</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Jason M Hughes says: &quot;May 19th is is a Saturday. Was the volunteer day on Sunday the 20th?&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Jason M Hughes</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 14:42:11 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1927-holly-marks-second-year-with-playful-city-usa-designation#comment-13110</guid>
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			<title>Holly marks second year with “Playful City USA” designation</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1927-holly-marks-second-year-with-playful-city-usa-designation#comment-13109</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;Thanks for the support, Darrin! The HollyORC will be having a volunteer day on Sunday, May 20 at 1 p.m. to lay down more donated wood chips on the Shiawassee River Trail (behind Holly Academy), which is being extended all the way to Seven Lakes State Park. Sidewalks or trails along Grange Hall Rd. and E. Holly Rd. are also big goals that the HollyORC supports, but these projects require a lot of cooperation from multiple entities and a lot of money. We're working to keep awareness of these needs alive so we can continue cultivating support and resources to make them happen.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 13:31:42 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1927-holly-marks-second-year-with-playful-city-usa-designation#comment-13109</guid>
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			<title>Holly marks second year with “Playful City USA” designation</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1927-holly-marks-second-year-with-playful-city-usa-designation#comment-13108</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Darrin says: &quot;This award is something Holly should indeed be proud of. At the same time, I hope we are not complacement. There is so much more we can do to expand our capacity as a 'playgound' for not only children, but adults as well. A community recreation center and more expansive trail systems (including paved bike/jogging/walking paths from downtown to the high school, and connecting major Holly parks along Grange Hall) would be great enhancements to the community.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Darrin</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 07 May 2012 16:54:54 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1927-holly-marks-second-year-with-playful-city-usa-designation#comment-13108</guid>
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			<title>Holly girl tracksters sweep, boys split with Flint-Metro rivals</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/sports-outdoors/holly-high-school-sports/1933-holly-girl-tracksters-sweep-boys-split-with-flint-metro-rivals#comment-13107</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Janet Leslie says: &quot;Congratulations! Thanks for giving the community yet another reason to be proud of our Holly area students.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Janet Leslie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 15:07:25 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/sports-outdoors/holly-high-school-sports/1933-holly-girl-tracksters-sweep-boys-split-with-flint-metro-rivals#comment-13107</guid>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13106</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Janet Leslie says: &quot;That is indeed interesting, Ryan. Why did the topic of this property, which was not legally split, not come before the full board before the code enforcer informed the bank that owned it that the treasurer was interested in obtaining this land-locked portion of a parcel on behalf of Holly Township? That communication was made in September 2009, and the property was deeded to the township in November 2009. I don't believe the full board had the opportunity to weigh in on whether we thought we ought to accept a portion of a property. Nearly $30,000 later, this "free" property has caused quite an expense for the township. This early communication with the bank came to my attention only after Commissioner Hoffman's recent FOIA request.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Janet Leslie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 18:22:33 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13106</guid>
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			<title>Suspect charged in Holly Middle School terror threat</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1929-suspect-charged-in-holly-middle-school-terror-threat#comment-13105</link>
			<description><![CDATA[timmmy says: &quot;hats off to the holly police department in their handling of this matter. let's hope he gets 20 years to think about it, and we get 20 years of not having to worry about him.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>timmmy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 17:30:56 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1929-suspect-charged-in-holly-middle-school-terror-threat#comment-13105</guid>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13104</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;The township received the Quit Claim deed in 2009, it has been in litigation since then, and the District Court ruled in September 2011. The entire saga began nearly 10 years ago, long before most of the current board members were elected. Interesting how the question of whether the government was acting appropriately never came up between 2009 and 2011--only in early 2012, right when people are starting to pay more attention to the upcoming elections.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 17:18:33 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13104</guid>
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			<title>Holly Township board nixes potential ballot proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13103</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Janet Leslie says: &quot;The most efficient form of government is a dictatorship. One person would make all of the decisions, with no debate. But this is undesirable for a population that expects decisions to be made in their best interest. What we need to do as residents is weigh whether the decision-making power now rests in too few hands, and whether there is an advantage to adding two more trustees, taking the majority vote away from salaried administrators, and creating a majority of non-salaried legislators.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Janet Leslie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 15:27:27 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13103</guid>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13102</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Janet Leslie says: &quot;WWW, that makes sense regarding the Smiths. But the issue is how the township became involved with this property in the first place, and whether our involvement was in the best interest of the township residents. These questions are asked, not in advocacy of the Smiths, but in advocacy of all 12,000 township residents.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Janet Leslie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 01 May 2012 15:18:30 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13102</guid>
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			<title>Holly Township board nixes potential ballot proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13101</link>
			<description><![CDATA[greatlakescitizen says: &quot;I agree that the Proposal should be driven by the citizens not from within the government itself. If the concern is having more support or Board members looking into Township issues I would suggest that current Board members take it upon themselves to focus more effort toward their elected duty. I agree that the answer is NEVER more government. The people should ask for less government consisting of people capable of handling the task! That also lays at the feet of the voter casting their vote.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>greatlakescitizen</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:36:23 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13101</guid>
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			<title>Holly teen arrested for alleged threats</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1924-holly-teen-arrested-for-alleged-threats#comment-13100</link>
			<description><![CDATA[DougD says: &quot;We should all be thankful that the Students, Parents and Police worked together to apprehend this troubled young man before he was able to carry out his plan. The students who came forward displayed great courage and the parents did us all a great service to report it to the Police. This person was arrested yesterday and all the information trickles out over 24 hours after the fact. I am very disappointed in Holly Area Schools for not alerting parents of this potential safety issue before hand. The young man was apprehended on Sunday and it would not have taken long to alert all the parents YESTERDAY via Connect Ed. or School Fusion to make parents aware of the incident and that it was under control. In this instance the “rumor mill” is what made this apprehension possible. Kent Barnes, you a day late and a dollar short.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>DougD</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:42:37 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1924-holly-teen-arrested-for-alleged-threats#comment-13100</guid>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13099</link>
			<description><![CDATA[WWW says: &quot;Why don't we give this a rest and wait the outcome of the court. The Smith's had a chance to stay there when they went to court but they refused the offer made by the judge. If the township would have ignored them and let them stay there and one of them got seriously hurt or if teir place had burned and someone was hurt the township may have been libel especially if the township does own the property. Let's await the outcome of the appellate court. W W Walters&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>WWW</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:26:43 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13098</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Janet Leslie says: &quot;As quoted above, my reason for wanting to discuss the property at 1031 S. Holly Road was to discuss the statements contained in information provided to Commissioner Hoffman in response to his FOIA request. After over 3 hours of discussion between the township clerk and the township attorney concerning what information could be provided to the commissioner without impacting the legal case with the Smiths, I am sure that the statements contained in that information are safe to discuss in public. They have, in fact, been made public. I believe I was quite specific about my concerns at the board meeting in March, and in several e-mails to the supervisor between March 23 and April 18, in which I asked repeatedly for the topic to be added to the April agenda.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Janet Leslie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:09:33 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13098</guid>
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			<title>The Holly Express joins forces with The Oakland Press</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/for-the-record/1913-the-holly-express-joins-forces-with-the-oakland-press#comment-13097</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Steve says: &quot;FINALLY!! It's about time the "big" guys see what you've been doing out here! This is a real notch in the belt for all the local businesses, the athletic teams, the parks - all the bounty we have, and all the hopes we share. Not only has The Holly Express filled a huge gap on news for the locals, now we can share our triumphs and sorrows (local politics beware), we can check in on more without leaving our homepage. Thanks and congratulations.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Steve</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:28:25 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township board nixes potential ballot proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13095</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;I don't see the cost as being an issue. Unlike the Village, the Township has a solid financial footing and a safe fund-balance. The Township's tax rate in the is still the minimum 1 mill, and two extra trustees wouldn't demand an increase in that. If the trustees had a PTE or FTE salary like the Clerk, Treasurer, or Supervisor and/or benefits, it would be more of an issue for consideration.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:19:06 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13095</guid>
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			<title>Holly Township board nixes potential ballot proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13094</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ann says: &quot;I can see the value of both however with the ongoing issues I would think it may be better to keep the majority in those that are committed to the work and not just showing up for a meeting with only $3,600 a year at stake.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ann</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:37:13 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13093</link>
			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;It seems pretty disrespectful to the people of the township to have gotten involved in this matter to begin with, wouldnt you say? If the Township Attorneys have advised the Board of this, why did the Board not make the public aware of this decree in the meeting? At least that might answer some of the questions as to why you would not allow agenda items. No matter how you present this, it still reeks of "bad government".&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>localyokel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:56:43 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Township withdraws FOIA legal fees bill</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1919-township-withdraws-foia-legal-fees-bill-#comment-13092</link>
			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;A little bit of justice is served. Lets hope the Board reconsiders some of their other actions as well.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>localyokel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:44:23 --400</pubDate>
			<guid>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1919-township-withdraws-foia-legal-fees-bill-#comment-13092</guid>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13091</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Jesse Lambert says: &quot;The Township Attorneys have advised all Township Officials not to discuss any part of the 1031 S.Holly case in public. The 1031 S.Holly case is with the court system. It is very disrespectful to the judicial system when one attempts to re-try a current case in the court of public opinion. I also expect that if criminal terms are used in accusing fellow board members of wrongdoing, criminal charges should logically follow.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Jesse Lambert</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:03:10 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13090</link>
			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;Nice follow up on this ongoing drama. I hope all those Township residents who are able to vote in November are keeping this whole situation in mind. It is a travesty what is going on behind closed doors and it is even worse, that in a public forum like a monthly Board meeting, certain members of the Board will not allow one of their own the courtesy of adding an agenda item. It must be very uncomfortable to live in their skin right about now, but snakes tend to shed their skin. Just like Mr. Hutchins said "The only thing that is worse than no government is bad government". Seems the majority of the Township Board is taking that expression to heart.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>localyokel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:12:55 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township board nixes potential ballot proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13089</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Holly says: &quot;More members mean more cost and also more people required to be there for a quorum to happen. I think this was a wise choice. Hold the current board members responsible for their actions by going to the ballot box.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Holly</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:05:35 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township board nixes potential ballot proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13088</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Jason M Hughes says: &quot;I agree with that in theory circus, but in the case of adding two more trustees you have a total of 4 board members (a majority) whose only task is to make decisions in the best interest of the residents. Currently, the majority of the board (Supervisor, Clerk and Treasurer) also has administrative obligations and influence. I think it deserves serious consideration but I agree that it should be a citizen initiative, not a board initiative.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Jason M Hughes</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:02:26 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Township board denies trustee’s request for agenda item addition</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1916-township-board-denies-trustees-request-for-agenda-item-addition#comment-13087</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Holly says: &quot;Wow a board member can't even add an item to the agenda? Sounds like big brother is holding a big stick.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Holly</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:53:26 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Nuss named 2012 High School Principal of the Year</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/education/holly-board-of-education/1910-nuss-named-2012-high-school-principal-of-the-year#comment-13086</link>
			<description><![CDATA[circus011574 says: &quot;I had Mr. Nuss as a teacher 20 years or so ago and I remember him being a great teacher. Glad he made it to principal, keep up the good work Mr. Nuss!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>circus011574</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:11:37 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township board nixes potential ballot proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13085</link>
			<description><![CDATA[circus011574 says: &quot;More government is rarely a good thing.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>circus011574</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:06:50 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Nuss named 2012 High School Principal of the Year</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/education/holly-board-of-education/1910-nuss-named-2012-high-school-principal-of-the-year#comment-13084</link>
			<description><![CDATA[AMRtradeshowqueen says: &quot;We are honored and blessed to have such exceptional administrators and educators in our district. In my view, educators should be held in high esteem as they are in many cultures around the world. Not that we don't here, I just wish that as a nation, we had more regard for educators from every aspect. They have an incredibly difficult job, and I am very grateful everyday for the work they do. Thank you, Mr. Nuss and HAS team members!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>AMRtradeshowqueen</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:47:51 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>The Holly Express joins forces with The Oakland Press</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/for-the-record/1913-the-holly-express-joins-forces-with-the-oakland-press#comment-13083</link>
			<description><![CDATA[AMRtradeshowqueen says: &quot;This is such happy news and a very deserving advancement for you, Amy! I can't wait for you to be recognized with some big, juicy journalism award. That should be next. This online news source is all you, and it is wonderful that others in the industry are demonstrating that you and your work are a force to be reckoned with! Congratulations, my dear!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>AMRtradeshowqueen</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 11:40:02 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township board nixes potential ballot proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1915-holly-township-board-nixes-potential-ballot-proposal-#comment-13082</link>
			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;The board seems pretty invested in staying insular - wonder why that is? Time to start that petition - is anyone else interested in signing?&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>localyokel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:59:54 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Synthetic marijuana use on the rise in Holly</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1715-synthetic-marijuana-use-on-the-rise-in-holly#comment-13081</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Joe says: &quot;For those following the Cipriano tragedy in Farmington Hills, the attackers used this garbage prior to the attack: http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/dpp/news/local/teen-who-tried-k2-thought-i-was-going-to-die-20120420-ms It's time to get this stuff out of our community!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Joe</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 03:34:26 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>The Holly Express joins forces with The Oakland Press</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/for-the-record/1913-the-holly-express-joins-forces-with-the-oakland-press#comment-13080</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Joe says: &quot;Congrats. The Holly Express is a great communication tool for the community. Glad to see the success.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Joe</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 03:29:51 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13079</link>
			<description><![CDATA[gerryf says: &quot;I am not sure I quite understand Mr. Hoffman's intent in all this, but the township attempting to collect payment for attorney fees is way out of line with convential FOIA fees. The act is very specific in that it allows for the exemption of specific document/public information- if it is not an exempted document the government body can charge the cost of producing that document (including searching for, copying and removing exempted material) charged at the cost of the lowest paid employee capable of delivering said documents. Nothing in the act allows for a government entity to charge attorney fees.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>gerryf</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:12:33 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly water and sewer amendment prompts lawsuit</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1905--holly-water-and-sewer-amendment-prompts-lawsuit#comment-13078</link>
			<description><![CDATA[gerryf says: &quot;The Pulte Agreement--the deal that keeps on giving....&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>gerryf</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sun, 22 Apr 2012 23:53:18 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>National flatpicking champion to visit Capital Music &amp; Soundstage</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/features/1903--national-flatpicking-champion-to-visit-capital-music-a-soundstage#comment-13077</link>
			<description><![CDATA[chuckhubbert says: &quot;We attended the concert and it was great fun! Great work, Brad, both in hosting the workshop and concert as well as playing with Blue Train and Steve. It was a great night in downtown Holly!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>chuckhubbert</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sun, 22 Apr 2012 05:13:29 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13076</link>
			<description><![CDATA[George Kullis says: &quot;Many of our founding fathers used pen names when writing their opinions they knew what they were saying was treasonous toward the King. They founded a new country and signed their name on the Declaration of Independence they went on to add the first amendment "Freedom of Speech" they never used pen names for there opinions again. While we may have different opinions from time to time can't we agree to disagree and be forthright about it. Please put your real name behind your opinion and help to single out those who a simply trying to stir the pot.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>George Kullis</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:13:51 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13075</link>
			<description><![CDATA[George Kullis says: &quot;We want transparency from our elected officials and yet we can't put our names on our comments. I wonder who these people are and why they can't sign their name to their comments. What are you hiding?&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>George Kullis</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:40:24 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Nuss named 2012 High School Principal of the Year</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/education/holly-board-of-education/1910-nuss-named-2012-high-school-principal-of-the-year#comment-13074</link>
			<description><![CDATA[chuckhubbert says: &quot;Congratulations and repeated thanks to you!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>chuckhubbert</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 10:16:08 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13073</link>
			<description><![CDATA[hollyshopper says: &quot;I wonder if the township has ever charged anyone else for legal expenses related to a FOIA request. WHy would it be Mr. Hoffman's problem if they weren't sure how to fulfill the request and had to call an attorney? And why do they keep refusing to put anything related to this matter on the agenda? Seems like there's a lot of unusual behavior going on here that is specific to issues surrounding this property. No wonder Mr. Hoffman and Ms. Leslie are asking questions.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>hollyshopper</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 09:22:39 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>The Holly Express joins forces with The Oakland Press</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/for-the-record/1913-the-holly-express-joins-forces-with-the-oakland-press#comment-13072</link>
			<description><![CDATA[njhanks says: &quot;Amy...Congratulations! Our community is fortunate to have you reporting our news. Jim and Nancy&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>njhanks</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 08:31:05 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13071</link>
			<description><![CDATA[later276 says: &quot;Mr Hoffman keep on these elected officials, it appears that no one knows whats reality and whats being made up as they go. I think the Smiths failed to pay for the mortgage and lost the property, it happens, but what this board is doing to you is another matter. Everyone of the board members know why they voted the way they did and on this whole matter of the Smiths. It's time they are all replaced or step down from their positions. I believe they are starting to believe the trash coming out of their mouths. As a resident I expect more from my elected positions.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>later276</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:16:11 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13070</link>
			<description><![CDATA[tiger13 says: &quot;I agree with Joe and I have a feeling that Lambert knows that people are starting to question the boards actions and that is why he is not running again.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>tiger13</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:20:39 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>The Holly Express joins forces with The Oakland Press</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/for-the-record/1913-the-holly-express-joins-forces-with-the-oakland-press#comment-13069</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Cathy says: &quot;Fantastic news, Amy! Your hardwork is paying off. Wishing you the best! :-)&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Cathy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:47:47 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>The Holly Express joins forces with The Oakland Press</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/for-the-record/1913-the-holly-express-joins-forces-with-the-oakland-press#comment-13068</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Janet Leslie says: &quot;Congratulations, Amy. It's wonderful to know that Holly news will now be reported in the Oakland Press by an excellent writer who knows Holly well.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Janet Leslie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:40:27 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>The Holly Express joins forces with The Oakland Press</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/for-the-record/1913-the-holly-express-joins-forces-with-the-oakland-press#comment-13067</link>
			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;Congratulations - what a feather in your cap! Lets hope we will see some of the things that make Holly a great place to live shared with the Oakland Press readers!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>localyokel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:32:30 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>The Holly Express joins forces with The Oakland Press</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/for-the-record/1913-the-holly-express-joins-forces-with-the-oakland-press#comment-13066</link>
			<description><![CDATA[vhogan says: &quot;Congratulations, Amy!!! It's so wonderful to see all the hard work you put into The Holly Express recognized in such a manner. This is truly big news for you and your readers in Holly!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>vhogan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:24:21 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13065</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Joe says: &quot;The township board is starting to look like it needs as much house cleaning as the village board. I've never witnessed so much flat out ignorance of the law. Both boards seem to want to just make up whatever rules they want. Is there really a documented policy that new agenda items require a week notice and what constitutes an "emergency" item? I don't support Hoffman's backing of the Smiths. In my opinion, their argument that the mortgage they defaulted on was invalid is ridiculous. Regardless of the situation, they were loaned money and failed to pay it back. That being said, I think Hoffman is in the right here and I'm glad he's brought these actions into the public spotlight.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Joe</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:33:12 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Nuss named 2012 High School Principal of the Year</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/education/holly-board-of-education/1910-nuss-named-2012-high-school-principal-of-the-year#comment-13064</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Janet Leslie says: &quot;Congratulations Principal Nuss! Thank you for your excellent service to our community, and for bringing such honor to our wonderful school district!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Janet Leslie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:44:33 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13063</link>
			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;Oh my - is this a new precedence being set that township will now consult an attorney and charge for any FOIA requests it gets? Whether you agree with Mr. Hoffman or are involved in the Smith case in any way, this situation is completely out of hand. The fact that the Board is sidestepping Mr. Hoffmans request to be put on the agenda and also not allowing one of its OWN board members to place an item on the agenda reeks of conspiracy. They cant even get their stories right as to why Mr. Hoffman was refused an agenda item when he tried last month at the meeting and then was refused again this month by the Clerk. I am proud that Mr. Hoffman represents my family and we are honest, hardworking and long time residents as well. He took notice of this Smith case because it is a travesty and stinks of collusion as well as local government overstepping its bounds and infringement of the rights of this homeowner to get their day in court. I believe that if you do not pay your mortgage and lose your home, you must accept your fate. However, in this case, this matter was pushed and lied about. Since the situation is so blurred, it would have been prudent for our local government to have waited for the court system to rule. If it is against the Smiths as it very well might be, then at least our local elected officials would not have such a shadow of impropriety on them...unless they truly had plans for that property that they vehemently deny. Its a tangled web they are weaving&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>localyokel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:42:54 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Oakland County Commissioner disputes FOIA legal fees</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1911-oakland-county-commissioner-disputes-foia-legal-fees#comment-13062</link>
			<description><![CDATA[LongtimeRoseresident says: &quot;Who does Hoffman really represent. I doubt most of his constituents deliberately obscure title to property, default on payment and then claim the problem they caused makes them not liable for their debt! There are a lot of honest people in Holly Township and Hoffman does not represent them. Send him back to the farm at the next election!!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>LongtimeRoseresident</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:21:22 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Sustainability is an attitude</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/holly-express-columnists/green-ideas-by-cindy-parker/1869-sustainability-is-an-attitude#comment-13061</link>
			<description><![CDATA[TheDuke says: &quot;Earth Day is coming up. Lets all do our part to pass on a better Earth than we had, to our children and grand children! Thank you Cindy for being there for Mother Earth "year round!"&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>TheDuke</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:54:54 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Council accepts 2012-2013 budget proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1899-council-accepts-2012-2013-budget-proposal#comment-13060</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Dayne says: &quot;all contracts offered to non-union employees should contain a salary arbitration agreement,the mediation to be selected by the village. that would all but eliminate lawsuits by employees and the open ended liability involved in defending lawsuits and the secrecy of the settlements.this would be good for the taxpayers.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dayne</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:47:35 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Rose Township Board fractured over NOCFA re-appointment</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1902-rose-township-board-fractured-over-nocfa-re-appointment#comment-13059</link>
			<description><![CDATA[LongtimeRoseresident says: &quot;You have to understand Noble is a tool of Slaughter going back to the so called "fact finding committee". Watch for Slaughter to move to withdraw from NOCFA&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>LongtimeRoseresident</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:15:59 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly water and sewer amendment prompts lawsuit</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1905--holly-water-and-sewer-amendment-prompts-lawsuit#comment-13058</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Frank Sweeney says: &quot;Who didn't see this coming? A 2000% increase in water and sewer fees for the apartment complex? Just another reason for people to move away from Holly and enroll their kids in other school districts.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Frank Sweeney</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:34:07 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly water and sewer amendment prompts lawsuit</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Joe says: &quot;Hopefully this amendment that caused my bill to "plunge" a whole $5 doesn't end up costing everyone $15 a month to pay back the legal expenses it creates...&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Joe</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:09:37 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Rose Township Board fractured over NOCFA re-appointment</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1902-rose-township-board-fractured-over-nocfa-re-appointment#comment-13056</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Frank Sweeney says: &quot;I agree with The Duke, and besides that, I really don't understand why Mr. Noble voted to throw Slaughter off the board in March, and then backed off and refused to reappoint somebody in her stead. It would have been the responsible thing to do. If Mr. Noble has to attend a fire board meeting in order to make up his mind over who he wants to appoint to the board, then maybe we've selected the wrong man to be our supervisor. This isn't rocket science.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Frank Sweeney</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 09:35:34 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Rose Township Board fractured over NOCFA re-appointment</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1902-rose-township-board-fractured-over-nocfa-re-appointment#comment-13055</link>
			<description><![CDATA[TheDuke says: &quot;Are you kidding me? There are only three people that can be appointed to fill this seat. There are five people on the township board, one is already on the fire board and one was just removed from the fire board. That only leaves three people to fill the vacancy. Is this such a difficult decision to make? Imagine when a really tough issue is in front of our board, how long will that take? Do your job, fill the position and provide us with proper representation on the fire board.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>TheDuke</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 08:30:39 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Rose treasurer urges board to ‘bale’ on Dearborn Park haying agreement</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1901-rose-treasurer-urges-board-to-bale-on-dearborn-park-haying-agreement#comment-13054</link>
			<description><![CDATA[timmmy says: &quot;thank you roger and sharon caster for all you do for the township. thank you to the three township officials for overriding the slaughter sisters so the casters can continue haying the 20 acres of grass in return for all they do year round.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>timmmy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 21:21:08 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Council accepts 2012-2013 budget proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1899-council-accepts-2012-2013-budget-proposal#comment-13053</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Jerry Walker says: &quot;I issue comments as clarification or important information only: A copy of the proposed budget is available for review at the Village Offices, anyone wanting to do so can contact with Treasurer Cathy Behrens or me. While we believe all budgets have been "cut" as much as possible we always open to constructive suggestions.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Jerry Walker</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:37:53 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Council accepts 2012-2013 budget proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1899-council-accepts-2012-2013-budget-proposal#comment-13052</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;Whatever happened to the Shared Services Task Force that was created shortly before the 2010 elections? Were any shared services agreements generated from this group, and if not, why? Right now, 2.5 square miles of Village is covered by a quality police force while 33.5 square miles has to rely on a strapped State Police detachment. While the remote outer township residents may not need rural road patrols, is there still interest in exploring a special assessment for the denser areas of the Township nearest to the Village (i.e. Pulteville and the W. Grange Hall Rd. corridor)? Likewise, the Village withdrew from NOCFA, which means the community is paying for two fire departments, with the Village sharing services with Groveland and NOCFA utilizing Oakland County Sheriff dispatch along with Springfield Township, while the Village has its own state of the art dispatch system just for itself. It just seems to me that there are real opportunities to find efficiencies, eliminate redundancies and develop cost-effective community-wide public services. It may not solve the budget problems at this moment, it might provide more long-term economic stability.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:04:47 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township Clerk responds to trustee’s allegations</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/holly-matters/1883-holly-township-clerk-responds-to-trustees-allegations#comment-13051</link>
			<description><![CDATA[holly2003 says: &quot;:-)&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>holly2003</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:08:03 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Council accepts 2012-2013 budget proposal</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1899-council-accepts-2012-2013-budget-proposal#comment-13050</link>
			<description><![CDATA[holly2003 says: &quot;phil there are other ways to get the coverage u are looking for. if they cut dispatchers then now u will have to go to oakland co and there response time to get a officer to you call is going to be 3 times as long as it is now due to they dont know the area like the holly dispatchers do and i believe that there can be cuts somewhere other then the police department. but what can we do to prove it is the next question&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>holly2003</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:02:35 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Council accepts 2012-2013 budget proposal</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Phil says: &quot;The 2008 millage for dispatch was a mistake to make, and the council should revisit its decision to cut police officers instead of the dispatch. Personnel cuts are never fun, but I'd rather have more officers on patrol and conducting investigations than answering phones.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Phil</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:27:26 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly school board makes first budget cuts, considers more</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/education/holly-board-of-education/1886-holly-school-board-makes-first-budget-cuts-considers-more#comment-13048</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Tony Mayhew says: &quot;Ever wonder why the public school funding continues to shrink, while the lottery flourishes? Check out the recent article in the Washington Post. http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/answer-sheet/post/mega-millions-do-lotteries-really-benefit-public-schools/2012/03/30/gIQAbTUNlS_blog.html?&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Tony Mayhew</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:21:41 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>HAS school board to hold public hearing on bullying policy</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/education/holly-board-of-education/1893-has-school-board-to-hold-public-hearing-on-bullying-policy#comment-13047</link>
			<description><![CDATA[timmmy says: &quot;glad to see this finally happening, it's long overdue. there is no excuse or place for bullying in our school system or our society. it's time to put a stop to it.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>timmmy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 07 Apr 2012 08:54:52 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Village amends debt service charge ordinance</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1887-village-amends-debt-service-charge-ordinance#comment-13046</link>
			<description><![CDATA[gerryf says: &quot;I imagine they have four meters now--one on each building there. I don't know that they are actually going to install 120 meters...are they? That seems quite the expense. As someone who is paying these ridiculous rates, I appreciate the village trying to spread the cost equitably, but I would expect this to be a pretty dramatic change to renters. Suddenly, their water service will jump by $50...ouch. I can see some renters having to leave. I would like to clear up one thing for people newer to this mess. Current Villagers are not simply paying for the new homes. The village water system was in need of upgrades anyway; the village council at the time thought that they could mitigate the cost of the update to the old system by spreading the cost across more users--hence the Pulte deal. It was not a terrible idea. It was however poorly implemented. There were no contingency for "what if Pulte did not build out its subdivision" nor were there adequate guarantees in the form of surety bonds if the development did not fulfill its obligation. In short, the village got outsmarted by a developer and were left holding the bag. THAT is the reason to be upset with the brokers of the deal. We were all going to be on the hook for improving the water system anyway.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>gerryf</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:24:02 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Village amends debt service charge ordinance</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1887-village-amends-debt-service-charge-ordinance#comment-13045</link>
			<description><![CDATA[circus011574 says: &quot;With this change, why would the Holly Ridge Apartments go from 4 meters to 120? If this is a set charge that every home pays, then why would they need additional meters? Just take the $42.68 or whatever it is and multiply it by the number of apartments. Seems like a dumb argument but maybe I'm missing something.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>circus011574</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 30 Mar 2012 10:05:49 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Village amends debt service charge ordinance</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1887-village-amends-debt-service-charge-ordinance#comment-13044</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Dayne says: &quot;thanks janet,i appreciate the help in understanding the issue.The village wants every user to pay the debt service fee. sounds fair to me. My question about jeff miller still stands.Ever since Miller asked about removing someone from the ethics commitee who in his words is disagreeable, the idea of commitee members rubber stamping his agenda led me to thinking about the consequences of a council president being able to deliver votes on who gets the village business.everytime i get my waterbill, I think how did we get to this point of paying sky high water bills? we can look at the voting records of council members to see who is responsible.yeah, i am angry about my water bills.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dayne</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:33:16 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Village amends debt service charge ordinance</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1887-village-amends-debt-service-charge-ordinance#comment-13043</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Janet Leslie says: &quot;In this case, Dayne, usage is not being increased. These 500 customers were already being charged for usage in one way or another. Because they did not have separate meters, they were not each being charged debt service fees. So, unfortunately, it makes sense that the only thing that is being reduced for all users is the debt service fee.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Janet Leslie</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:08:54 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Village amends debt service charge ordinance</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1887-village-amends-debt-service-charge-ordinance#comment-13042</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Dayne says: &quot;the blame for our sky high water bills has been said to be the pulte homes not being built. wasnt that 900 homes? so if two hundered homes were built and now adding 500 new billable users, shouldn't my water bill go down more than a measly $6.00 per month? what was it that prompted jeff miller to get behind this sewer and water project anyways?&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dayne</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15:03:49 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Commissioner stands ground on Holly Township property rights issue</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/letters/1885-commissioner-stands-ground-on-holly-township-property-rights-issue#comment-13040</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Cathy says: &quot;I just want to say, I'm glad I helped work on your campaign & voted for you Mr. Hoffman because we need people like you we can trust to help us all understand our rights as property owners and to fight for us. Whew! $30,000 of taxpayers money already spent on this mess.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Cathy</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:03:47 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township official accuses fellow board members of corruption and collusion</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Jesse Lambert says: &quot;Localyokel, My decision to not seek reelection had nothing to do with the Smith Case, Mr. Hoffman's political ideologies or Ms. Leslie's allegations. I discussed the decision with my family over the holidays. I continued to discuss my decision with several trusted leaders during the months of January and February. I decided to go public with my decision on the fifteenth of March. From that date, the general public had exactly 60 days to file petition paperwork to run for the available Supervisor's position. ---- You should be ashamed of yourself for drawing such a spiteful conclusion. Don't let your emotions get the best of you. Stick to the facts. If you are prepared to 'hang' your elected officials, drop the monicker 'localyokel' and consider running for public office. You have 48 days left to file a petition.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Jesse Lambert</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:40:21 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township official accuses fellow board members of corruption and collusion</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;Mr. Freeman, I know you are very hesitant to answer any questions in a meeting, but perhaps you can respond here as to what possibly could be Mr. Hoffman's motive in pursuing this case beyond compassion & some very damning documents that have surfaced due to his diligence? I must be one of those residents who is not smart enough to know what he is up to. Further, it was very up-front of Ms. Leslie to identify her friendship with Mr. Hoffman before bringing to light the matter at hand. It showed integrity and fortitude to stand up in a meeting in opposition of all the other board members. Whether she is right or wrong, her quest for what she feels was right and shows no motive beyond compassion and a sense of duty to our community. I am not asking you to comment on the case per ce, but since you mentioned that Ms. Leslie is provoking the situation and should resign, I am wondering what responsibility you and the other board members feel you have? Aren't you to be held accountable? If you in fact are running for re-election,then aren't you being just as reprehensible and shameless by exploiting this situation for your own personal political gain? Or is it just damage control? The whole situation stinks and the lack of response by the board makes it all the more pungent. And Mr. Lambert's well timed announcement that he will not seek re-election? Coincidence or his own attempt at damage control? You seem to point a lot of fingers yourself without offering much rebuttal.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>localyokel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:31:20 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Commissioner stands ground on Holly Township property rights issue</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/opinion/letters/1885-commissioner-stands-ground-on-holly-township-property-rights-issue#comment-13037</link>
			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;Mr. Hoffman, I quoted your final paragraph because I agree completely in this portion of your argument. While I realize the true fault of this situation may take more effort to uncover than we can reasonably expect, and many people are diving for cover in the wake of this "scandal" and even more people are busy finger pointing, the fact that the piece of property in question was still in the court of appeals and it was the DEAD of winter, makes me unequivocally question the motives of our township board. If we are not compassionate to our own neighbors, who will be? If we cannot expect transparency in our local government from the officials we elected, then to whom are they accountable? Whether you agree with the smith's plight or not, have compassion for the loss of their home or not, the way this was mis-handled and the trail of emails that incriminate this matter cannot be ignored.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>localyokel</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:08:21 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Mark Freeman says: &quot;At the 3/1/12 Special Township Board meeting, the Board authorized Mr. Lambert and myself to negotiate the purchase of Mr. and Mrs. Smith's remaining interest in the property. I, Mr. Lambert and the Township's legal council met with the Smith's representitives and legal council on 03/23/12. All parties agreed to complete confidentiality until the negotiations have been completed. Therefore, I will not be making any further comments until then.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Mark Freeman</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:39:11 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Mark Freeman says: &quot;Mr.& Mrs. Smith filed a lawsuit against Holly Township. That is what initiated the legal process. The Smiths have received the full due process of law and so has the Township. The Court ruled in favor of Holly Township. The Smiths have appealed this ruling. The voters and taxpayers of Holly Village and Township are smart enough to figure out what Mr. Hoffman is up to. Ms. Leslie is entitled to her own opinions but that's all that they are. Her absurd accustion that Mr. Welch's email somehow represented "collution and corruption" is the greatest strech of the imagination that the good citizens of Holly have ever witnessed, (and she knows it.) This is a classic case of hysteria leading to delutional thinking and is a sure sign of desperation. She has stated that she is a "personal friend" and former campaign mgr. for Mr. Hoffman. It would be reasonable and legitimate for any person to question where her loyalties lie. She has stated that she is not running for re-election. If Ms. Leslie wants to serve as an "agent provocateur" for Mr. Hoffman then possibly it would be best if she considered resigning from her position as Holly Township Trustee. Some of the comments I have read here are openly hostile and not based on the facts. They represent a small but vocal minority whose primary motivation is their opposition to the current Twp. administration. For them to exploit the Smith case for political purposes is reprehensible and shamless.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Mark Freeman</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:23:48 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Holly says: &quot;Doesn't the Township have an elected Park Commission has anyone checked with them to see if they believe a park is needed. Or are Mr. Welsh and Mr. Freeman doing their jobs as well? I know I signed a petition for one of the Park Commissioners the other day and they knew nothing of this supposed park. Seems like Mr. welsh just does what he wants when he wants. Who supervises him?&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Holly</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 07:58:58 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Boosters concerned over future of band program</title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Jason M Hughes says: &quot;I was a 0 hour student in 6th grade. I woke up early and rode the bus with the older students. Has something changed that prevents 6th graders from riding with the older students?&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Jason M Hughes</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 07:41:17 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[vhogan says: &quot;My previous comments had little to do with the ugly situation brewing over this property. Joe, I'm sure that people would LOVE nothing better than to prepare for the unexpected. Kind of tough to do when your trying to feed a family, keep a roof over your head and a vehicle on the road. As a Realtor, I see this kind of thing every day and it is very disheartening. Your "too bad, too sad" comments are discouraging. I hope you're not a doctor. Can you even ... "Well, Mr. So and So, if you didn't smoke cigarettes all these years you wouldn't be dying now. Should have thought of that sooner. Hope your association dues are paid up."&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>vhogan</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Mar 2012 11:49:52 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Dayne says: &quot;timm smith states in the video that the ten acres does not exist legally and the mortgage note is fraudulent, yet he was the person who borrowed money against that same ten acres.he also signed the consent judgment to foreclose in july 2009- 2 and a half years until they were evicted.taxpayers, keep your fingers crossed that this isnt gonna turn into a finacial quagmire.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Dayne</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Mar 2012 10:43:31 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[TheDuke says: &quot;Actually, they were given a 24hr notice of eviction (which was actually more like 12hrs, from the time that the judge made the ruling to the time that the goon squad was coming to throw them out). Fortunately, Bob Hoffman talked Jesse Lambert into a delay to give them some time. Now the township has the property, but cannot do anything with it until the issue gets out of the courts. If the township loses, which is a risk, we will all have to pay a huge price for this debacle. We have already sunk $26,000 of township money into this. I for one do not believe that is a wise use of my tax dollars. I also do not appreciate being robbed of my rights as a citizen for the opportunity to bid on this foreclosed property because of a local government official using their influence to gain the property out from under the citizens. What happened to all of those daily fees that Welch and Freeman were going to impose on the mortgage company? Did we collect them, or was that part of the deal (dismiss the fees in exchange for the property)? If that is the case, then we have paid even more for this debacle. Perhaps a forensic audit by the state is in order. If the books are clean, then there should not be an issue with it.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>TheDuke</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Mar 2012 08:33:39 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[hollyshopper says: &quot;Many families have lost their homes in our community. Although unfortunate, that isn't really the point. The point is that our local government doesn't normally seek ownership of a property for which a resident still has a stake. Remember, Holly Township was only deeded 10 acres of a 20 acre parcel. The SMiths owned the rest outright. Roger Welsh and Mark Freeman apparently advised the board to enter into this tug-of-war because they had a specific use in mind for the property. They never mentioned this use publicly. Why? Because it would have been obvious that they were taking advantage of their unique power as government officials to get it!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>hollyshopper</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Sat, 24 Mar 2012 07:51:07 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Joe says: &quot;@Jason- I read that same article. What's confusing to me is I see talk of 10 acres being foreclosed upon and then I see talk of 20 acres. @TheDuke- In regards to lack of compassion for children, I wouldn't say that would accurately describe me but I do have lack of compassion for those that fail to fulfill their financial obligations. We've become a society that seems like we're okay with "sticking it to the big banks" by not paying our mortgages. In the end, you're hurting your neighbors and fellow property owners. I live in a subdivision that has had varied numbers of foreclosures over the past few years and in addition to "sticking it to the bank", it has made it more difficult for me to try and sell my house when competing against these dirt cheap foreclosures. Additionally, those that don't pay their mortgages don't pay their association dues which leaves a debt of about $10K for our association. Is it tough that it was winter when the Smiths had to move out? I guess so but it's not like this was some surprise that popped up overnight and it's not like they weren't given an offer to exit. At the end of the day, we're all responsible paying our bills regardless of the weather and regardless of medical situations. The rule many seem to ignore is to not get in over your head financially and prepare for the unexpected.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Joe</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 23:55:50 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;Duke, PCUSA is an apolitical initiative to encourage communities to focus on play as a source of health and wellness for children and families. It has nothing to do with this issue, and again I invite you to contact me individually or attend one of our meetings to discuss it further. The rights of property owners is a core fact in this case--the Smiths signed a consent agreement to foreclose, were evicted once before, and returned. The district court granted ownership to Holly Township, which is currently in appeals (but not enjoined...). Again, I, as well as everyone else, can only speculate as to why the Township Board did not exercise their option to delay eviction. As I said, I can speculate on numerous plausible, if unpleasant, reasonings, all of which make me glad that I was not in the position to have to make that decision. The optimist in me has to assume that in some way, that decision was a choice that had the interests of the other 11,000 township residents at the core, as well as the rule of law. I know the members of the board well enough that I do not believe that they did not make this decision without a heavy heart (though I cannot say the same for Mr. Welsh)&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:26:25 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[TheDuke says: &quot;Ryan, it was my understanding that Playful City had to do with doing what is best for kids. Throwing them out of their home in the middle of winter, when it could have easily been delayed, is not what I would consider in the best interest of children. From your first post, the needs of the children were not as important as the reputation and future of our town. I believe that our children ARE the future of our town and will have to deal with the reputation that we leave for them. A township board that does not look out for the public's rights in deference to their own greed does not build a positive reputation for our community. This is how property owners lose their rights, ten acres at a time.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>TheDuke</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 21:38:57 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;Duke, I'm sorry you came to that conclusion--it is not accurate, and I'm not sure where in my comments that I have indicated that. I'm also not sure how this case relates to the Playful City USA initiative, as you state. There are many elements of this issue that I do find tragic, including the fact that the Smiths have children that are being affected by the situation. I'm sorry for that in the same way I am sorry for all of the families that have lost their homes in our economic downturn. However, I am trying to remain neutral and rely on the facts and information that I am confident in their truth. Some of these are contrary to the emotional reactions that people have shared or are acting on. This does not preclude compassion, but I can think of a number of speculative answers to the question "why the urgency" that, while awful, are plausible explanations. However, because the Township likely can't legally provide an explanation (same as in the Village Council and Marsha Powers settlement), we simply don't know, and I am not going to rush to judge as it seems many others are doing. I do not know your identity or how you have supported the PCUSA initiative in the past, but I'm sure you can find my contact information if you would like to discuss how this issue and PCUSA affect each other. I would be open to talk individually, or our meetings are open to the public if you prefer.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 20:14:04 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[TheDuke says: &quot;Ryan, based on your comments, one can only assume that you have no compassion for children, given that you are fine with them being thrown out of their home in the middle of the winter and all of their clothes and belongings trashed. If "logic" dictates they be thrown in the street, then you will support it? We may be a "Playful City, USA", but we lost our compassion and humanity along the way. I cannot support the whole "Playful City" hypocrisy anymore if these are the beliefs of their chairperson.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>TheDuke</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 19:08:35 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[TheDuke says: &quot;From the video on the site, it sounds like Mark Freeman conspired in 2009 to get the bank to "gift" the foreclosed property to the township. He was successful in doing this, and in doing so, stripped the citizens of the rights to buy the property in a foreclosure sale. I (and you) should have had the right to purchase this property, per the laws, and would have, if Mr. Freeman had not exerted his influence and stripped us all of an equal and fair chance to purchase this property. That is an unfair use of power and I suspect illegal.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>TheDuke</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 19:01:05 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[circus011574 says: &quot;The article says PHH Mortgate was the owner of the property and would have to pay the bill for blight violations. It also says "Leslie said she believes Welsh is applying township ordinances unequally among offenders." I agree that the ordinances were applied unequally, but I say GOOD! Never pass up an opportunity to get money from a bank, because Lord knows they never pass up an opportunity to stick their hands in our pockets!&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>circus011574</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:46:38 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[amayhew says: &quot;The attorney recollection of the facts thus far are included in video format. If you've not watched it, scroll to the bottom of the article and take a look. Some of Attorney Hamaneh's comments are included toward the end of the video.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>amayhew</dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[lindamwatson says: &quot;As a former High School teacher, I saw a positive difference between the students who were involved with music - whether it was band or symphonic. And, although one can argue that the other sports teach good sportmanship, team involvement and other social qualities, music does have a positive affect on school work. Here is a recent study that verifies that. http://www.apa.org/monitor/jun06/iq.aspx&quot;]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 12:54:22 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;Who are you referring to? Edit: Also, in a separate conversation on this topic elsewhere, I shared that there are many aspects of Trustee Leslie's statement that I agreed with, and that I felt it was a very well-written and "rational" statement, and I appreciated her approach on it. I also appreciated Trustee Ruth's request to have the Holly Township attorney recount the legal timeline, to the best of her ability off the cuff. I felt it was important to mention those opinions on this forum as well.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 11:44:09 --400</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[vhogan says: &quot;Well said, Janet. I was thinking the same thing. The lack of compassion and sympathy for this family is unbelievable. I'm not saying they did not bring this upon themselves, but they are not the only family losing a home. Foreclosures are at an all time high. People are losing their jobs. Go to any job site and you'll see what kind of education and experience is needed to qualify for jobs that pay $8 to $10 an hour, and even if they do have the bachelor's degree and five years of experience, for example, they are competing for the job with 100 or more other individuals. This, not to mention having to pay close to $4 a gallon for gasoline, groceries, utilities, vehicle payments - the list goes on. It all adds up. We would all do well to remember - "There but for the grace of God go I." It can happen to anyone.&quot;]]></description>
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			<description><![CDATA[localyokel says: &quot;Emotion? This is an emotional situation as a family was put out into the street in the middle of winter. Children lost their home. A couple of weeks would not have & should not have mattered. We are a caring compassionate community. Where was our compassion with this family? If if you do not pay your mortgage, you get evicted yet some people remain in their foreclosed homes for 18 months or longer-in the dead of winter what was the urgency to remove this family from their home? They are in appeal and they may very well lose that appeal but we can still be decent and allow them to stay in their homes at least till spring. Your comments Ryan that this behaviour is to be expected in a small town like Holly, what does that mean? That because we live in a small town we are more apt to be emotional and fiery instead of logical and rational? Would it not be rational to allow a family to stay in their home until spring if there is no urgency in the reason to remove them from this property? Further, it is embarrassing and shameful that this occurred in our local government. That our township government was responsible for pushing to remove these people from their homes and potentially lied about the reason for doing so. The fact that it was brought up in a public forum and embarrassed them was brave and required integrity which seems to be sorely lacking with the rest of the board. And for the record, when someone is speaking to you, be man enough to look them in the eye!&quot;]]></description>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 10:56:35 --400</pubDate>
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			<title>Holly Township official accuses fellow board members of corruption and collusion</title>
			<link>http://www.thehollyexpress.com/community/local-news-holly-michigan-48442/1881-holly-township-official-accuses-fellow-board-members-of-corruption-and-collusion-#comment-13016</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ryan Bladzik says: &quot;It's amazing how fast base appeals to emotions and fiery rhetoric have replaced reason, logic and rationale in this situation. I suppose it's to be expected in a small town like Holly, though. The conduct and approach of everyone involved in this situation is shameful and embarrassing, and I hope they're all proud of the damage they're continuing to cause to the reputation and future of our town.&quot;]]></description>
			<dc:creator>Ryan Bladzik</dc:creator>
			<pubDate>Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:23:16 --400</pubDate>
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