Welcome to my latest e-newsletter! It is and continues to be a privilege to represent Livonia, Redford Township and Detroit, and I am grateful for the opportunity to serve our community in Lansing. I encourage you to stay up to date on what is going on in Lansing and continue to let me know about the issues that matter to you.

If there is anything I can do to help you and your family, please do not hesitate to call my office at 517-373-1530, or email me at [email protected]. You can also catch me on Facebook. 

 

Community Update

Extreme Heat Support Resources

As we continue to see dangerously high temperatures across Michigan, please see below for information about available cooling centers and resources.

Cooling Centers

To find a comprehensive list of cooling centers near you, we encourage you to click here.  

Livonia

The City of Livonia hosts a cooling center at the Kirksey Recreation Center, 15100 Hubbard St., Livonia, MI 48154. Residents may use this facility as a cooling center during its operating hours. The Rec is open Monday-Friday: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The Livonia Senior Wellness Center is also used as a cooling center during normal operating hours. The Center is open Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., and is closed on Friday, July 3. 

Redford

Residents can visit the Redford Township Community Center, located at 12121 Hemingway St., Redford Twp., MI 48239, during normal business hours. Hours for the summer are Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Community Center will be closed Friday, July 3 and Monday, July 6 for the holiday weekend. 

Residents may also use the Redford Police Department lobby as a cooling center from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. between June 30–July 3. 

Redford Township will also be able to provide ride assistance for seniors and those who are disabled during normal DAR business hours as space is available. Operating hours are Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please call 313-387-2770 to schedule a ride. Please note DAR will be closed for lunch from 11 a.m. to noon.

Detroit

Residents can visit a Detroit Recreation Center or Public Library Branch during normal business hours. Click here to see a full list of the recreation centers and their hours. Click here for details about hours of operation at individual library branches. 

Older Adults:  
The Detroit Area Agency on Aging is able to support older adults during periods of extreme heat. If you or someone you know needs assistance, you may contact them at 313-446-4444. 

 

Events

Coffee Hours

graphic for virtual coffee and conversation with State Rep. Laurie Pohutsky

I hope you can join me for one of my upcoming coffee hours! I look forward to having an informal conversation with you about the issues families face in our community. I host two coffee hours a month: one in-person and one virtual. The location for in-person coffee hours will rotate throughout the year between Livonia, Redford Township and Detroit. August’s in-person coffee hour will be in Livonia at Biggby Coffee (33443 Seven Mile Livonia, MI 48152). You can join the livestream for my virtual coffee hours on my Facebook page.
      Virtual: Monday, July 20, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
      In-Person: Sunday, August 9, from 2-3 p.m.

Never hesitate to reach out to me or my staff if you have any questions or concerns! 

Sincerely,

Laurie Pohutsky

State Representative

17th House District