5 Things You Should Know Today - June 11, 2012

This week begins with two local government meetings that offer citizens the opportunity to have their voices heard. Here's what else you should know today:

1. The weather

There's a 60 percent chance we'll see showers and thunderstorms today, as the temperature climbs to around 84. The National Weather Service predicts the rain will likely continue into the evening hours, when the mercury dips to around 68. 

2. Farmington Hills City Council

Officials meet in a 6 p.m. study session at to discuss electric vehicle infrastructure and legislative advocacy related to the Corridor Improvement Authority. On their regular agenda at 7:30 p.m. is a resolution supporting a statewide ban on synthetic marijuana, a public hearing and adoption of the city's 2012-2013 budget, adoption of water consumption and sewage disposal rates and other items. A full agenda is attached to this post.

3. Farmington Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed indoor entertainment venue at 23311 Orchard Lake, during a 7 p.m. meeting at . There's time for public comment during the meeting. 

4. Look ahead:

Southfield mayor Brenda Lawrence (D), 9th District Congressman Gary Peters (D), 13th District Congressman Hansen Clarke (D) and former state representative Mary Waters (D) have confirmed they will attend this 8 a.m. event on Tuesday at in Farmington Hills. Candidates John Hauler (R), and Bob Costello (D) have been invited. Seating is limited. Cost is $25 for members, $35 for non-members. Reserve tickets on the Greater Farmington Area Chamber website.

5. Look ahead:

Are you raising your grandchildren? This Farmington Schools group meets Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., at the Ten Mile Building, 32789 W 10 Mile Rd. in Farmington.  principal Steve Vercellino will talk about proactive behavior strategies and how relationships motivate and enable students to achieve. RSVP to MaryBeth SiKora, 248-426-4876 or marybeth.sikora@farmington.k12.mi.us or Lasenia Jones, 248-426-2633 or lasenia.jones@farmington.k12.mi.us.