http://www.ferndaleonline.com com_fireboard en-us Thu, 09 Sep 2010 07:15:28 -0400 http://www.ferndaleonline.com/components/com_fireboard/template/default/images/english/emoticons/fb_rsspower.gif http://www.ferndaleonline.com 88 http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=163&catid=10 Jason wrote: Apparently there are no other such pizzarias in Michigan. Liar! Crust has 2 locations and there's Tivoli Pizza on Van Dyke north of M59.... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=162&catid=7 Patti, thank you for publishing your letter. This reminds me of Chosen Books' moving to Hilton just north of Nine Mile in 2007. What happens when citizens don't pay attention to zoning ordinances? Even though Chosen moved into a properly-zoned location for adult-oriented businesses, the zone was still adjacent to a neighborhood. It's odd that C3 zones (like Chosen's) aren't allowed to be within 500' of a group home, but are permitted within 500' of a private residence. Apparently, zoning laws are... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=161&catid=10 I haven't been in there yet, but I'm hoping it has dart boards. I'm much better throwing darts than shooting pool. Unfortunately, that still doesn't say much for my darts...... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=160&catid=10 I visited the new billiards hall opened by the owners of the WAB and Emory. They did a fantastic job, it's a great place to hang out. It is located next door to the WAB on Woodward. They have several WAB brews on tap. Check it out!... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=159&catid=7 That was a fine example of local politics last night at the Council Meeting. Congratulations to all involved for being civil while expressing their concerns over the proposed move of SOS. I support SOS, I know people who've volunteered there, I know someone who works there, and I worked near it for some time. I also frequent the Aquarium Shop across the street. I do not believe it will be a detriment to the community. However, people who own homes have an agreement with their city as to what can m... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=158&catid=10 I haven't heard anything about it, nor have I noticed any activity. Perhaps the DDA knows something? I'll try to remember to give them a call today...... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=157&catid=10 Its been a few months now. Are they still going through with it?... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=156&catid=10 Jason wrote: I come bearing answers. Mootza Pizza will be opening in the Record Time storefront. They will serve Neapolitan pizza. Apparently there are no other such pizzarias in Michigan. And the old Coffee Beanery front will be The Inyo Restaurant Lounge, asian fusion food. ... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=155&catid=7 This thread discusses the Content article: Ferndale officials seek marijuana rules (http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&Itemid=1&id=154) I must admit this ordinance's passing left me wondering if anyone actually read it. If you voted for it or advocated for its passing I invite you to chime-in and share the reasons you voted in-favor of its passing.... http://www.ferndaleonline.com/index.php?option=com_fireboard&Itemid=4&func=view&id=154&catid=7 we paid 98k and now its magically worth 150... Come on city!...