A note from from Mayor Brian Turnbull...


** NORTHVILLIANS,
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During the next few weeks, I will concentrate on remembrances in the Ville, starting with Election Days and Democracy. I encourage you to exercise your privilege to get out and vote November 8^th – be part of this democracy we live in! Going forward, I will also be writing about our Veterans Day activities, Northville Holiday Parades through history and finally, remembrances of past Holiday Seasons.

Before we look back over these days of thankful remembrances, let’s first review some of the events that are happening in town today:
* Military and Veteran Banner Program – Stroll through town starting November 1^st and view over 125 hero banners honoring those brave individuals from our community who are serving or who have proudly served our Country.

* Election Day (11/8) – Polls at Precincts 1 and 2 are open 7 am to 8 pm.

* Holiday Greens and Winter Market (11/19 - 11/20) in Downtown Northville

* Holiday Lighted Santa Parade – (SATURDAY 11/19) – 6:00 PM Downtown

* Northville’s Parmenter’s Cider Mill, since 1873 – (630 Baseline), Open till November 20^th, ensure you check out their Northville Winery & Brewing Co. on the premises.

* Leaf Collection – North of 8 Mile: Weeks of 11/7 & 12/5, South of 8 Mile: Weeks of 10/31 & 11/18

* VFW remembrance ceremony (11/11), 11:00 AM – VFW Hall, 438 Northville Road

* Northville Car Show/Gathering (11/12), 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM, OVS – 212 E. Cady

* Marching for Marfan with the Cowden Family (11/18), 6:00 PM – Northville High School Track – LINK ([link removed])

* Goodfellows Paper Drive (11/19) – This annual Rotary event for the betterment of community charities, including Civic Concern, will occur 11/19, 9 AM – 3 PM. Please be generous.

Thank you to all who attended the launch event for the newly restored Main Street Park last weekend! This restored park could be the second stage of the Riverwalk and was transformed through the work of many people and the assistance of the NCSF. More about NCSF and its mission – LINK ([link removed])

NOW LET'S LOOK AT THE CELEBRATION OF DEMOCRACY AND PRIDE IN THE NORTHVILLE COMMUNITY OVER TIME:
* The Northville Record reported on “local patriotism” activities all the way back to 1895, remarking that over 5,000 visitors on that year’s Fourth of July enjoyed festivities regarding the birth of our nation. Patriotism and local pride have always been part of our DNA. During this celebration of democracy, there was a sunrise 21-gun salute, a huge parade, and a fireworks finale.

* In 1927, Northville celebrated its 100^th year as a Community (Centennial) by hosting the largest parade ever seen in Michigan up to that time, which was made possible with assistance from Henry Ford (Mr. Ford spent a great deal of time in town and wanted to make this historic event special).

* In times past during special events and elections, it was also mentioned in The Record that folks decorated their houses, factories and businesses in elaborate Red, White & Blue themes.

* In 1992, President George Bush and First Lady Barbara Bush slowed down their campaign train as they came through Northville’s Cabbage Town, waving to all those by the tracks. They toured past the Albert Kahn-designed Ford Valve Plant, the Chamber of Commerce building and Beal Town on their way south.

* Speaking of democracy… it’s generally agreed that no American city contributed more to the Allied powers during WWII than the Detroit area, and Northville was a great part of that activity. In fact, our town was known for being ranked in the State’s top two or three cities for commerce into the early 1900’s. Notably, the Detroit area grew to be known as the “Arsenal of Democracy,” a term coined by Pres. Franklin D. Roosevelt in a speech where he highlighted the need for cooperation between government and all citizens.


Growing up, my parents instilled in me that during the course of life, it is up to all of us to LEARN, DO and then GIVE BACK to community. I speak from the heart when I say democracy and cooperation are an ingrained part of the fabric woven into this community. My grandfather Turnbull (Electrician) led the Republican activities in town and my other grandfather Heatley (the Barber) handled the Democratic events. For them and for all of us today, it truly is about Community.

In the coming weeks, I look forward to sharing with you the many ways that Northvillians have given back to the community, including the special commemorations that are part of every November. Thank you for sharing your time and talents with this community we love!

Keep that Northville Community Faith!
Brian Turnbull
Mayor – Northville
[email protected] / 248.505.6849

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