Firestone AMERICA'S HOME FOR TIRES & SERVICE Q2 Approximately three years ago, the city council and the school district made a very positive step for- ward in their relationship when they jointly hired Bill Russell to coordinate after-school activities and other pro- grams at the municipal complex and various schools. I believe this new department should be better funded and expanded. Another positive step would be for the city to assist with the expansion of the Southfield Public Schools' business partnership initia- tives. As a city councilman, I will work to better utilize the combined resources of the city and school district (that's approximately $225 million per year). BRATEMAN from page 19 unjustified, I call upon everyone to treat each other with respect. Q2 With MEAD scores at a level that do not meet our expectations, we should step back for a moment and reflect. Many new students to the dis- trict may not have had the caliber previ- ously of a Southfield schools education. With time, many students improve by being in our system. However, -our schools should continually be under scrutiny. We must demand nothing less than a standard of education that will allow our students to progress into the adult working world with all of the tools they need to compete. FRASIER from page 19 getting to know your neighbors through neighborhood or social involvement. Q2 While the city and the schools are two separate governmental units, there is much that has already been done through cooperative efforts. For example, the city library staff sponsored a unique program, The Battle of the Books," and jointly hired the youth ser- vices director. Also, parks and recre- ation, the police department and others in ,the city work cooperatively with the schools. By continuing to meet and work together, the city council and the school board can identify and work on other issues of common concern. However, parental/citizen involvement is imperative if our community is to show strong and lasting improvement. JORDAN from page 19 Unfortunately, these are mostly attend- ed by the highlighted group. We must all be willing to openly embrace our diversity and celebrate it together. P In essence, if schools are achiev- ing well, communities will be stable and housing values will rise. First of all, both governing bodies (school board and city council) must put down their stones. Secondly, it is essential that for the sake of the chil- dren, we must be willing to work together and bring to the table ideas that will enhance the schools. In effect this will also support the city. As we enter the 21st century, open dialogue, open communication must be the standard between both governing bodies — for the sake of the children. LANTZ from page 19 Q2 We can partner with the schools if we both agree to talk with each other and respect each other's opinion. We are the same constituency and should compromise to better our future for the school district and the city. SMITH from page 19 The city could work with the Q2 school district to provide incen- tives for academic excellence. Students should be rewarded for high achieve- ment. Perhaps local business could pro- vide curriculum enhancements, such as consultants on special math or com- puter application classes, work-study programs, special scholarships, etc. OCTOBER TIRE SALE! BUY 3 GET THE 4th TIRE FREE! SALE APPLIES TO ALL TIRES, ALL SIZES IN STOCK! °Firestone AliKBENEEIZEMIDITHI 6725 Orchard Lake (S. of Maple) • West Bloomfield • (248) 626-2322 ELEANOR SMITH WILLIAMS from page 19 Each and every one of us inside and outside of the school system has a responsibility to permeate a positive attitude towards different ethnic groups outside our own. WILLIS from page 19 understanding of each other but soon went back to our everyday lives. We must grow to understand each other or non-Jews will always won- der why you must walk on Saturday when you can just get into your car to drive to the synagogue. Somehow, we must find a way to talk openly and freely about ourselves. Select a member from the Q2 school board and from council. Add at least one executive level employee from each government and a neutral facilitator. Charge them with the mission of finding ways for these governments to come together for the benefit of the city and for stu- dents. I would then advertise every positive decision, event and program to keep the public involved. I think that the most important thing we can do is to dialogue. An African proverb states that it takes an entire village to raise a child. The village cannot be divided if it wants to raise productive, healthy children. Tuesday, November 2nd SOUTHFIELD CITY COUNCIL We shall overcome only if we work together Harassment and intimidation must be treated seriously A COUNCIL ON MULTI-CULTURAL RELATIONS SHOULD BE CREATED to promote ethnic understanding in Southfield. Its membership will be open to everyone who is interested in collaborating on community issues. The Council will appoint a 30-40 member Steering Committee consisting of the Mayor, City Council President, City Administrator, School Superintendent and 6-8 High School Students. Let's do it NOW! PAID FOR BY CITIZENS FOR ELEANOR SMITH If you are not wearing it... sell it!... or BORROW on it! You can't enjoy jewelry if it's sitting in your safe deposit box. Sell or borrow on it for immediate cash. We deal in jewelry, watches & gemstones. A Service to Private Owners, Banks & Estates Gem/Diamond Specialist AWARDED CERTIFICATE BY GIA IN GRADING & EVALUATION 30400 Telegraph Rd. • Suite 134 Bingham Farms 248-642-5575 00,4 7/1r. 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