Bedford Township Non-Profit Groups
The purpose of this page is to provide information to the general public concerning non-profit groups located in Bedford Township Michigan. If you would like to have the information concerning your non-profit group listed on this page please e-mail Gene Stock.
Quick Links: Adopt A Road Current News
September 2016
Downtown Temperance Day: Saturday September 10, 2016
Click on the graphic to the left to view a larger copy of the Bedford Press article.
Click here to view the Facebook Page for Downtown Temperance Day.
Booth Information: (Posted on Facebook August 9, 2016)
The lot, on the corner of S Park and Lewis across from the Lion's Den will have booths.
12 x 10 for $25 and we have 4 that will be 10 x 16 for $40.............
then across the street in front of Whitney's Collision-across the street from the above lot and next
door to Lion's Den we will have booths.........a couple of 12 x 10 but mostly 12 x 12.......$30
Contact Betty 734 279 2541
St. Paul's Lutheran Church's annual Granny's Attic garage sale will run from 8am-1pm on Saturday September 10. Come find bargains galore! There will be a raffle for a HUGE teddy bear! Come join the fun .Contact Information: Kathy Knackstedt 734-693-4529
August 9, 2016: Click here to watch video of the August 9, 2016 Bedford Township Board Meeting where Gail Roth spoke concerning the 2016 Downtown Temperance Day (starts at the 58 minute mark on the video).
Click on the link below to view information concerning past Downtown Temperance Days.
Bedford Advocates Association
Click here to view the "Bedford Yes Facebook Page"
The Bedford Advocates Association is “grass roots” citizens group who support the following mission statement: “To promote Bedford Township Michigan as great community to live, play, work, learn, shop and own a business.
The Bedford Advocates Association does not support any political activities or affiliations and will remain neutral in supporting candidates or ballot issues. Candidates are welcome to attend our meetings and to submit information to be posted on the Bedford Yes web site. Citizens who would like to present or submit factual information concerning ballot issues are welcome to request to be put on our meeting agendas or submit it to be published on the Bedford Yes web site.
"Town Hall" Bedford Advocates Association Meetings will be held on a "as need basis". The purpose of a Town Hall meeting is to present information on a topic that citizens would like to discuss or a presentation that would benefit all Bedford Township Residents. A Town Hall meeting is an opportunity for residents to hear a presentation and to also interact with the presenter by asking questions, making comments and offering suggestions.
Examples:
1. An explanation of various ballot issues by Bedford Township Officials.
2. A presentation by companies that provide a service to Bedford Township residents (such as Buckeye Cable, Consumers Energy, Frontier Phone Company or various Garbage Companies.
3. A presentation by Bedford Township, Monroe County, State or Federal officials. Examples could be an up-date on ordinance changes, road improvements, an explanation of financial statements and how our tax dollars are being spent.
The "Bedford Yes" web site and Facebook page will be used by the Bedford Advocates Association to act as a venue to keep residents informed concerning Bedford Township Government, Bedford Public Schools, Bedford High School Alumni Association, Bedford Township Non-profit groups and other items of interest to the residents of Bedford Township.
If you see any information on the Bedford Yes web site that is not accurate please contact web master and he will be happy to remove it or make any necessary changes to the information. If you have questions concerning information posted on the web site or would like to submit information for the web site (All info must be documented.):
If you have questions concerning information posted on the web site or would like to submit information for the web site (All info must be documented.):
Click here to E-Mail the Bedford Yes Webmaster (Gene Stock)
If you have other questions:
Click here to E-Mail your questions, suggestions or to submit information for the web site
Click here to view the Bedford Great Facebook Page.
Click here to view the video "Bedford Great" Watch this fantastic short video concerning Bedford Township Michigan! Spread the good word about Bedford Township, please share the video with your friends.
Bedford High School Alumni Association:
Click here to view the Bedford High School Alumni Association home page on the Bedford Yes web site.
Click here to view the Bedford High School Alumni Association Facebook Page.
Bedford Township Farmer's Market:
Click here to view the Bedford Farmer's Market Facebook Page
Click here to view the Bedford Farmer's Market web site.
Please contact Monica Rinckey 419-654-0732, if you have questions concerning the Bedford Township Farmer's Market or would like to become a vendor, or offer a free service and/or entertainment.
Current Announcements:
July 2015
Bedford Press July 15, 2015 Bedford Farmer's Market-the place to shop for local fresh produce and more!
June 2015
Bedford Farmers Market schedule for Saturday June 13, 2015:
The Monroe County Humane Society will host a “Barket” dog day event from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. This is an adoption event and puppy playtime. We will have a "dog show" at 12:00 noon, where residents are encouraged to bring their dog to share with others in attendance. Rinckey's will be making organic maple peanut butter dog treats for all participants and will sell them at the market with all proceeds donated to the humane society.
Alex Lapierz from BHS will be performing again
The Bedford Township fire explorers agreed to come out again from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with an interactive activity and their personal dogs. They will be taking orders for bulk detergent and cleaning products for their yearly fundraiser.
May 2015
The Bedford Farmer's Market opens for the season this Saturday May 16th. The Market is open every Saturday from 8am-1pm until October 31st. It is located in front of the Francis Family YMCA on Dean Road (between Jackman and Douglas Roads).
We have vendors with local produce, maple syrup, honey, bread, and much more. There are family and kid friendly activities, free health screenings, live performers, and other entertainment throughout the season. For May 16th Bedford Cares will be doing blood pressure screenings, a magician will do a magic show, and Mike DuBose will be performing on guitar.
May 23rd there will be free tractor rides for all ages, the band Five Aces will be performing, and Bridgepoint church will be doing free car washes.
We are still looking for vendors and entertainment for future dates. For more information, or if you have a question, please contact Monica Rinckey 419-654-0732
Current Newspaper Articles and Video concerning the Bedford Farmer's Market:
Toledo Blade February 17, 2014: Call goes out for vendors, volunteers;New farmer’s market seeks to open May 24
Bedford Now February 4, 2014: Bedford Farmer’s Market Finds Home At YMCA
February 4, 2014: Click here to watch video of the BZA meeting where the Farmer's Market was approved.
May 21, 2013: Click here to view video of May 21, 2013 Bedford Township Board Meeting where the Farmer's Market was discussed. Dennis Steinman spoke about the Farmer's Market during public commentary (approximate. 3 minute mark on the video). Trustee Paul Pirrone gave an up-date concerning the Farmer's Market at the 28 minute mark on the video.
May 14, 2013: Click here to view video of May 14,2013 Bedford Township Board Meeting where the Farmers Market was discussed. During public commentary (approximate 1 hour mark on the video) members of the Bedford Beautification Committee spoke about the Farmer's Market. Trustee Paul Pirrone gave an up-date concerning the Farmer's Market at the 1:21 mark on the video.
Monroe Evening News May 9, 2013 Editorial (this editorial was also published in the Bedford Now on May 25, 2013: "Don't Rush Bedford Market"-"Bedford endeavor shouldn't be rushed to market"
Toledo Blade April 22, 2013: " Bedford to get farmers’ market legal concerns addressed"
Bedford Now April 17, 2013: “Farmer's Market Plan Approved; The new market would replace one held since 2008 by the Temperance Action Committee”
April 16, 2013: Chick here to watch the video (Part 1 of 2 videos) of the Bedford Township Board Meeting on April 16, 2013 where the Bedford Township Farmer’s Market was discussed. Here is a list of various times on the video where discussion took place:
Bedford Township Safe Routes to School:
Welcome to the Safe Routes to School Project for Bedford Township. This page is where you can get information on the planning, organizing and development to make a safe way for our children to walk, run, bike or hike to our community schools and neighborhoods.
Please get involved in making our community a safer place for everyone to travel throughout Bedford Township Michigan. To get involved with Bedford Township Safe Routes to School Program please contact Michelle Bork
Click here to view The Bedford Township Safe Routes Facebook Page
Click here to view the web site for the National Safe Routes to School Program.
Click here to view the web site for the State of Michigan Safe Routes to School Program.
Information from Chairman Michelle Bork:
April 27, 2013:
Right now we need two teams of people:
1) Engineers - 4-5 or more? This is a BIG one, without them, there is no project.
2) Parents, students, and concerned citizens willing to spend 1 morning/afternoon walking 1 mile of roadway taking pictures and jotting down notes on what they experience on their walk. 35 or more people for this would be great!
There is a total of 7 miles of roadway that we think would be a good start for our Safe Routes to School:
Jackman Road from Smith to Temperance, Sterns from Douglas to Lewis, and Dean from Douglas to Lewis. These routes would all lead to JRE, BJHS, and BHS. This would be a GREAT first phase of building safe walkways in our community. We will just need to come up with a date for this "Walking Audit". Mid-late May would be the best timing.
Michelle Bork michellebork@gmail.com
May 16, 2013
Hi everyone,
I have been doing some heavy research about the whole Safe Routes Project. First, I talked to April who is part of the Safe Routes program. She told me that we would only be responsible for the survey and walking assessment part and that the road commission would take care of the planning, engineering, and blueprints.
Dayspring Christian Pre-School:
Dayspring Christian Preschool is a Christ centered preschool now accepting registrations for 3 and 4 year olds. We specialize in kindergarten readiness and give tours throughout the week. We maintain low tuition to be an outreach ministry to the community. We are located inside Northwest Christian Church at 1590 West Temperance Road. For more information please contact us at: 734- 847-7414.
Click here to view the Facebook Page for Dayspring Christian Preschool.
Click here to view the Bedford Community Players Web Site
Click here to view the Bedford Community Players Facebook Page
Citizens For Fiscal Responsibility:
Quick Links: Contact LTE
Click on the graphic to the left to view a copy of the press release sent out to the media on July 17, 2014 by the "Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility".
Here is a comment from the leaders of the "Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility" concerning the group's Mission: "Right now the primary focus of the "Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility" is on the schools and stopping their never ending cycle of dependency on taxpayers to maintain the schools. However, the group has every intention of ensuring that ALL public officials and ALL public ally funded organizations are indeed “fiscally responsible” and good stewards of the taxpayer’s money. The group WILL weigh in on the fiscal performance of Township government and county agencies. Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility WILL NOT endorse or support any public officials or tax requests that do not meet basic, common sense standards of legitimate need and fiscal discipline."
Click on the graphic at the left to view the CFFR web site
Current News Concerning the Citizens For Fiscal Responsibility:
May 21, 2015 Members of CFFR Visit Michigan State Capital
Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility of Lambertville, Michigan spends a day in Lansing
(Article
submitted by Mike Jacobs, CFFR Treasurer)
Thursday 5-21-15 twelve members of CFFR traveled to Lansing and arrived at the Capital at 9:30 AM. We were greeted by aids from state representative Jason Sheppard’s staff. The following six hours were intense, enlightening, informative, awesome, and in the words of Senator Dale Zorn humbling. The tour we received of the Capital Building, the Chambers, Rotunda, the actual sessions of the Representatives and Senators on their floors were truly a site to behold. Poetry in motion or in this case the Government in motion, how it’s done.
Most humbling is the history of who and what they have accomplished here from the state’s inception. The sacrifices, dedication, and the lives given from this great state of Michigan to make it what it is today. When you view the actual regiment flags from the civil war wrapped around the rotunda walls it all becomes so real, and truly humbling. CFFR was honored with an introduction to the House of Representatives as we attended a session from the gallery. A moment we all will cherish. The private meetings in the offices of both Representative Jason Sheppard and Senator Dale Zorn were candid, open and beyond informative. A lot of tough questions were asked and sensitive issues discussed and with this the dialog was found to be encouraging.
Several new Senate Bills were explained, Bills 322 & 323 along with a number of options to current practices. It was recognized that much work remains to be done although it is apparent road repair relief is on the horizon. Senator Zorn and Representative Sheppard and their staff are working for us and moving in the right direction. We as a Political Activist Committee have identified areas in which we as a group can help and we are committed to that challenge. It is clear that all Michigan residents can help to fix this problem with our roads. We have in our possession the best and strongest tool. Our Vote!
Click here to view State Representative Jason Sheppard's Facebook Page for his comments concerning the CFFR's visit to the state capital.
Click here to view State Senator Dale Zorn's Facebook Page for his comments concerning the CFFR's visit to the state capital.
Photo of CFFR members taken on the steps of the Michigan State Capital
Top row left to right. Mike Malone, Scott Ruetz, Tim Schumacher, Karl Whitson, George and Dianna Sailer.
Bottom row, Lorren Ruetz, Sharon Hutchinson, Nathalie Lake, Todd Brunning, Mike Jacobs, Steve Lennex.
Newspaper Articles relating to the "Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility":
Toledo Blade June 23, 2014: THE PEOPLE SPEAK OUT; Bedford advised to pare down school levy; Board told at meeting similar plan also will fail ( This article includes info concerning "Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility")
Bedford Now June 18, 2014: Bedford Residents Raise Concerns Over School District’S Bond Issue ( This article includes info concerning "Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility")
WSPD 1370 Radio October 29, 2014: Click here to listen to the Fred Lefebvre show when his guests were members of the Citizens For Fiscal Responsibility discussing the November 4, 2014 election ballot issues.
Click here to view a copy of the September 12, 2014 Press Release put out by the Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility concerning the petition drive to stop the proposed Special Assessment for Roads.
Click her to view a copy of the September 20, 2014 Press Release from the Citizens for Fiscal Responsibility concerning the petition drive for Sunday September 21st & Public Hearing on Tuesday September 23rd.
Click here to view complete information concerning the Proposed Special Assessment for Roads.
Click here to view a list of media addresses if you would like to write a letter to editor concerning the Proposed Special Assessment for Roads
Media Coverage:
Monroe News Events Page September 14, 2014: Bedford Township special assessment petition signing drive
WTOL TV-11 September 15, 2014 Bedford Trustees feeling pressure to vote down road assessment plan Click here to watch the video from Channel 11 concerning the Proposed Road Assessment (Appeared on their morning newscast 9-15-14)
Click on the graphic to the left to view the Bedford Township Lions Club web site.
Click on the graphic to the left to view the Bedford Goodfellows Club web site.
Click on the graphic to the left to view the Bedford Community Foundation web site
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Knights of Columbus
Click on the graphic to the left to view the OLMC Knights of Columbus web site
What Is TAC?
An arm of the EDC (Economic Development Corporation), TAC is an informal group of Temperance-based individuals whose mission statement is to address issues relevant to revitalizing downtown Temperance. Their efforts focus on maintaining the unique identity of Temperance, as distinct from that of Bedford township as a whole, while striving to effect positive changes that will benefit business owners, residents and visitors alike.
Why Was TAC Formed?
In August of 2003, despite a booming population, Temperance’s village center and our downtown business district, were in a downward spiral. The EDC concluded that a motivated core group was needed to address these and other concerns. A public meeting was held seeking interested individuals to help revitalize downtown Temperance; TAC was the result of that meeting.
Who Belongs To TAC?
Anyone with a vested interest in downtown Temperance may attend and participate at TAC meetings – those interested in historical preservation, residents, landowners, business owners, etc. Positive input and active participation are welcome.
When Do They Meet?
Regularly scheduled meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Most meetings are held at the Ivor Lindsay Senior Center. Meeting times & locations are posted on the Cable station’s community calendar and listed in the Bedford Now and Bedford Press newspapers.
What Have They Accomplished So Far?
Participated in re-establishing the Temperance Village limits.
Helped write the Temperance “Village Overlay.”
Assisted several new businesses to open in downtown Temperance.
Spearheaded the Temperance “Adopt-a-Road” campaign.
Sponsored "The Downtown Temperance Day"
Actively encouraged residents and businesses to hold a cleanup campaign.
Worked with Monroe Bank & Trust to develop an attractive site plan.
Helped plan, with Monroe County Waste Management, the first hazardous waste pick-up day ever held in Bedford.
Facilitated the formation of the Tanglewood subdivision’s block watch.
Re-energized the Bedford Welcome Committee.
Designed attractive signs to designate the village limits on all 4 sides of town.
Our Current Priorities Are:
Install the signs to designate the village limits.
Establish a Farmer’s Market within the village limits.
Help develop a streetscape to make downtown Temperance more attractive.
Encourage participation at TAC meetings by local businesses
Current News: Media coverage and social media info concerning the Temperance Action Committee
September 2016
Downtown Temperance Day: Saturday September 10, 2016
Click on the graphic to the left to view a larger copy of the Bedford Press article.
Click here to view the Facebook Page for Downtown Temperance Day.
Booth Information: (Posted on Facebook August 9, 2016)
The lot, on the corner of S Park and Lewis across from the Lion's Den will have booths.
12 x 10 for $25 and we have 4 that will be 10 x 16 for $40.............
then across the street in front of Whitney's Collision-across the street from the above lot and next
door to Lion's Den we will have booths.........a couple of 12 x 10 but mostly 12 x 12.......$30
Contact Betty 734 279 2541
St. Paul's Lutheran Church's annual Granny's Attic garage sale will run from 8am-1pm on Saturday September 10. Come find bargains galore! There will be a raffle for a HUGE teddy bear! Come join the fun .Contact Information: Kathy Knackstedt 734-693-4529
Click on the link below to view information concerning past Downtown Temperance Days.
August 9, 2016: Click here to watch video of the August 9, 2016 Bedford Township Board Meeting where Gail Roth spoke concerning the 2016 Downtown Temperance Day (starts at the 58 minute mark on the video).
August 3, 2016 "Downtown Temperance Day" Facebook Page
2014 "Downtown Temperance Day" Facebook Page
Bedford Now September 10, 2013: Temperance Action Committee Considers Options; Future under EDC
Monroe News September 14, 2012 "Food, fun and shopping at Temperance Day"
2012 "Downtown Temperance Day" Information
WTOL TV-11 " Temperance residents furious about turn lanes"
February 6, 2012 Bedford Now: " Proposed Lewis Ave.-Temperance Rd. project draws concerns"
2011 "Downtown Temperance Day" Toledo Blade Events
Toledo Blade September 11, 2008 "Taking Off For Action in Temperance"
Contact Information:
Regularly scheduled meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Most meetings are held at the Ivor Lindsay Senior Center located on Lewis Avenue. For a copy of the agenda for the next meeting contact:
Gail Keane: aajkeane@aol.com or call 734-847-7965
2016 Adopt A Road Info
Click on the graphic at the left to view the 4 page packet concerning the Adopt A Road program for 2016
Click here to read information concerning the Adopt A Road program.
Click here to view the safety video for Adopt A Road
Click here to view the current scheduled pick up dates for the Adopt A Road Program
Click on the graphic at the left to download information concerning ordering "Adopt-A-Road" Shirts.
Click here to view a larger photo of the shirt logo.
Click here to read the story published in the Bedford Now concerning the new shirts.
Click here to read the story published in the Toledo Blade on July 23, 2012 concerning the new shirts.
If you have questions concerning the Adopt-A-Road program in Bedford Township please contact Gail Keane: 734-847-7965
BICA was formed in the Fall of 2002. Our mission is to promote the interests of Bedford Businesses in a manner that best benefits the Bedford Community.
The Goals for BICA are:
• To be politically active in our Community.
• To identify and support candidates who will best fulfill the mission of BICA.
• To recruit and involve every member of the Bedford Business Community.
• To promote an ongoing working relationship with elected and appointed officials of the Township, County, and State Government.
BICA Intro Letter and Application
BICA Membership List (March 31, 2004)
BICA Letter to membership concerning contributions.
BICA Community Leadership Fund Pledge Form
Letter to BICA Membership April 1, 2004
BICA Community Survey (Draft)
Media Coverage of BICA
Bedford Press January 27, 2003: BICA plans to be a positive political partner in Bedford
Bedford Press February 24, 2003: New Citizens Group Formed
Bedford Now May 9, 2003: Re-examining the Ordinances;Township Board will review zoning requirements.
Bedford Now May 9, 2003: Editorial by Mark Bilger "Lambertville group should be created to oppose Jenning's project" (Also includes info concerning letter written by Joyce Hagan)
Monroe News May 22, 2003: Motion to repeal Bedford Zoning Ordinances Fails.
Bedford Now May 30, 2003: New committee to decide future of zoning ordinances.
Toledo Blade June 4, 2003: Business group lashes out at Bedford officials
Media Coverage of Topics relating to BICA
Bedford Now November 22, 2002: Dividing Line; Bedford Township's unique size and geography--a Michigan community, but one of the largest suburbs of an Ohio city. What differences are there between township residents and their neighbors to the south?
Bedford Now December 13, 2002: Plans for the Future; As the township considers changing the future use map. Residents speak out on the proposed Wal-Mart development.
Monroe News December 18, 2002: Bedford appoints planning, park reps.
Bedford Now January 31, 2003: DEQ official seeking emergency cleanup of Dewey site.
Monroe News February 19, 2003: Bedford officials approve pay raises for elected officials.
Bedford Now February 21, 2003: Township grapples with cluster zoning rules.
Bedford Now February 21, 2003: After year wait, 3 businesses get liquor licenses.
Bedford Now May 23, 2003: Sounding off on Signage; In an effort to appease the business community the planning board has revised its recent sign ordinances.
Articles concerning Mobile Station makeover by Dale Hinkelman
Bedford Press January 27,2003: Major investment in Temperance to bring long-awaited facelift.
Bedford Now January 31, 2003: Mobil is getting a makeover.
Bedford Now February 14, 2003: Makeover for Mobil station put on hold.
Bedford Now March 7, 2003: Hinkelman receives approval to open Bedford Auto Source
Articles concerning Bill Decker Sr. of Decker Homes
Monroe Guardian January 16, 2003: Developer works to preserve land in Bedford. Developing Conservation; Home Builder contributes to land conservancy. (both articles are on in the same file)
