The Colonial Village Neighborhood Association will be holding a "Meet The Candidates Night" on Wednesday July 16, 2003 at 7P.M. This special event will be held during our regular monthly meeting at Grace United Methodist Church, 1900 Boston Blvd, on the corner of Mt. Hope and Boston.  Click here for a map to the church.
 

During this year’s Relay for Life of Lansing, held at Everett High School on Saturday, June 28 –  Sunday June 29, 2003, a dedicated team of walkers from C.V.N.A helped to raise over $70,000 to fight cancer.  This years goal was $49,000, but the official count so far is $21,000 over that and  donations are still coming in.  The American Cancer Society Relay for Life offers everyone in the community an opportunity to join in the fight against cancer, and this years relay was so successful organizers are already planning for next year.

Many thanks to our C.V.N.A. chairperson Evelyn Bush and president June Kenfield for all of their hard work.  Plus a very special thank you to Barry Ford for the wonderful music and to all of the C.V.N.A walkers who kept our team moving.
 

WEEKLY CSO PROJECT MEETING                                                     Tuesday July 8, 2003

You are invited to attend a Weekly Project Meeting held every Thursday morning at 8:00 A.M. at Grace United Methodist Church, 1900 Boston Blvd.   The City of Lansing Public Service Department is conducting the meetings for residents and business owners in and near the Colonial Village/ Mt. Hope construction area.  This meeting is an opportunity to get up-to-date information about the CSO schedule and to discuss any concerns.

If you have questions concerning the CSO Project and cannot attend these meetings, please call the CSO Information Line at (517) 694-3944 Monday – Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.  For after hours emergencies during the construction and on weekends call (517) 483-4161.

As the signature activity of the American Cancer Society, Relay for Life offers everyone in the community an opportunity to join in the fight against cancer.  Teams of 15 – 20 people take turns walking around a track while enjoying activities and entertainment.  This year’s Relay for Life of Lansing will be held at Everett High School on Saturday, June 28 – Sunday June 29, 2003.  The Relay will begin and end at 10:00 A.M.   Walkers are encouraged to raise at least $100 in pledges.

Most of us have been touched by cancer:  family or friends, if not ourselves.  Your help is needed on the C.V.N.A. team.  This is a great way to get to know our neighbors while helping a very worthwhile cause.  For more information or to sign up as a walker, call our C.V.N.A. Chairperson Evelyn Bush at 484-2983.

Annual CVNA Garage Sale!                                                  Wednesday June 04, 2003

Don’t Miss the Annual CVNA Garage Sale!
Saturday, June 21^st

If you’re looking for some new “treasures”or looking to lighten your load of “treasures,” this is the opportunity of the year. With dozens of residents holding sales, business will be brisk.

You are invited to attend the CVNA meeting on Wednesday, February 19th, 7:00pm at Grace United Methodist Church to discuss the challenges the 2003 CSO Project presents to both Colonial Village businesses and area residents who utilize these services.  Construction may begin as soon as April and may not be completed until November.  Streets closed to thru traffic will include Mt. Hope from Pleasant Grove to MLK, Pattengill from Lenore to Mt. Hope as well as other streets in our neighborhood.  In addition to residents, all businesses and organizations located on  Mt. Hope between Pleasant Grove and MLK have been invited to attend this meeting.  The City of Lansing will be represented by David Berridge, Director of Public Service; Chad Gamble, Assistant City Engineer; and Carol Wood City Council President.
 

CVNA has submitted two grant proposals to the Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Board.  The first grant request is for a sign to identify the Colonial Village Neighborhood.  If the grant request is approved and we receive permission from the State of Michigan and the City of Lansing for the location, the 4' X 6' sign will be placed on the southwest corner of Mt. Hope and MLK Blvd.  The second grant request will provide funding for our semi-annual newsletter.  Grant recipients will be announced on April 4th.

Recently there was an attempted robbery of a home in our neighborhood. The suspects in this case were driving a black SUV with an out of state license plate on it with a cardinal on the plate. The disturbing fact about this case is this is the second time these suspects have targeted the same home in our neighborhood. Last time they were able to steal a large sum of money. On this occasion, a neighbor scared the suspects off. If you have any information on this vehicle or the attempted robbery please call Detective Larner at the South Precinct, 272-7485. 
 

Thanks neighbors, for the suggestion to share the spirit of the holidays by placing red bows on our street lights for the month of December.  The Board of Water and Light has given us permission to place bows only on the lights with the cement bases, not tall lights or those on poles. 

CVNA doesn’t have the money to buy the bows.  If you think bows are a good idea, please get together with your neighbors and make arrangements for your block.  The red bows do not have to be exactly the same.  All we’ll need is a little snow to highlight our beautiful neighborhood!
 

NEW CVNA SIGNS AND BROCHURE!                                     Monday December 09, 2002

To see the traffic calming plan online, click here. This link will take you to the City of Lansing Transportation & Parking Office web site.

If you have a questions about the plan, or if you would like to comment on the plan please e-mail  them to Shane Silsby.
 

CVNA HAS A WEBSITE!                                                                Wednesday May, 15, 2002

Please let us know what you think! Send your comments to feedback@cvnanews.com.
 

Annual CVNA Garage Sale!                                                      Monday May, 20, 2002

Don’t Miss the Annual CVNA Garage Sale!
Saturday, June 1^st

If you’re looking for some new “treasures”or looking to lighten your load of “treasures,” this is the opportunity of the year. With dozens of residents holding sales, business will be brisk.