Dear Friends and Neighbors,
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 LauriePohutsky@house.mi.gov. You can also catch me on Facebook.
Legislative Update
House Democrats’ Vision Project Survey
Michiganders deserve more than to just “get by,” and that’s why House Democrats are fighting to rebuild our schools, our roads, our environment and our access to affordable necessities like housing, food and medication. We want to put helping everyday people back at the center of Lansing’s focus.
In order to keep the focus of our work people-centered, we want to hear from you about the most pressing needs our state is facing. Click the following link to take our survey:
Thank you for your participation!
Vote Post
Follow this link to see what we have been voting on. As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to my office at (517) 373-1530.
Constituent Resources
Michigan Achievement Scholarship Webinars
Students and their families looking to secure more financial aid for college are encouraged to register for an informational webinar about the Michigan Achievement Scholarship, which is the newest State of Michigan scholarship program expected to impact the majority of students.
Participants will be able to gather the following information:
- Information about the community college guarantee.
- Michigan Achievement Scholarship eligibility requirements.
- Michigan Achievement Scholarship Award amounts.
- Important action items for students and families.
- Additional resources and program information.
There are multiple dates and times to choose from, and all sessions are free of charge and open to the public. Register for one session only, as space is limited.
If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, contact mistudentaid@michigan.gov two business days prior to the scheduled webinar. Requests received after that date cannot be guaranteed, but every effort will be made to provide the accommodation requested.
Community Update
Cooling Centers Across the District
As temperatures continue to rise over the coming days, please see below for information about cooling centers available in your community.
Livonia
The City of Livonia hosts a cooling center at the Kirksey Recreation Center,15100 Hubbard St, Livonia, MI 48154. Residents may use the facility as a cooling center during its operating hours. The Rec hours are 5 a.m.-10 p.m. weekdays, 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, and 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday.
Redford
Residents can visit the Redford Township Community Center, located at 12121 Hemingway St., Redford Township, MI 48239, during normal business hours. Hours for this summer are 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-7:45 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday.
Redford Township will also provide ride assistance for seniors and those who are disabled during normal business hours, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., as space is available. A fee will apply. For more information and to schedule a ride, please call (313) 387-2770.
Detroit
Residents can visit a Detroit Recreation center or Public Library Branch during normal business hours. Click here for a list of the recreation centers and their hours. Click here for details about hours of operation at individual library branches.
For more information about the cooling centers, call the Detroit Health Department at (313) 876-4000, or visit detroitmi.gov/health.
Team Pohutsky in Your Neighborhood
It is crucial to have the voices of our communities heard in Lansing. As the legislature has an in-district work period, my staff and I have hit the ground running on our door-to-door legislative check-ins. So far, we have had great conversations about the importance of investing in education, repairing our economy and expanding access to quality, affordable health care. My team and I will continue to be out in the district throughout the summer, and we look forward to meeting you!
Events
EOG on the Road
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend last month’s Executive Office of the Governor on the Road event in Redford! A special thank you to the governor’s team, and special guests state Sen. Mary Cavanagh, and U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib for their participation and service to our constituents.
Coffee Hours
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. September’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.
You can join the livestream for my virtual coffee hours on my Facebook page.
Virtual: Monday, August 18, from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
In-Person: Sunday, September 7, 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