University of Michigan Move-In Week is: NEXT WEEK
For the week beginning Monday, August 29th, we won’t expect to move too quickly through any streets with dormitories.
Some streets will be closed, people will be carrying couches, stereo speakers and those little refrigerators back and forth, and thousands of students and proud parents will be negotiating Ann Arbor’s one-way street system for the first time.
Drive carefully!
Looking Forward to Football Traffic Starting September 3 in Ann Arbor
HOME GAMES THIS YEAR:
Sat., Sep. 3 vs. Western Michigan TV Ann Arbor, Mich. 3:30 p.m. ET
Sat., Sep. 10 vs. Notre Dame TV Ann Arbor, Mich. 8:00 p.m. ET
Sat., Sep. 17 vs. Eastern Michigan TV Ann Arbor, Mich. 12:00 p.m. ET
Sat., Sep. 24 vs. San Diego State TV Ann Arbor, Mich. TBA
Sat., Oct. 1 vs. Minnesota * TV Ann Arbor, Mich. TBA
Sat., Oct. 29 vs. Purdue (Homecoming) * TV Ann Arbor, Mich. 12:00 p.m. ET
Sat., Nov. 19 vs. Nebraska * TV Ann Arbor, Mich. TBA
Sat., Nov. 26 vs. Ohio State * TV Ann Arbor, Mich. TBA
Food Gatherers Awards Metro Delivery as “One of a Kind”
Food Gatherers of Ann Arbor named Metro Delivery “One of a Kind Gatherer” at its annual awards ceremony for 2011.
Metro managers John Rabideau and Sebastian Wreford were on hand at the April event to accept the Motawi Tile plaque pictured below for providing free delivery of foods donated to eliminate hunger in Washtenaw County.
“FoodGatherers are a terrific organization, and so friendly. We’re always glad to help out.” said Sebastian Wreford.
Mr. Rabideau accepts the Award for Metro Delivery
We deeply appreciate being able to assist Food Gatherers in their valuable work in the area.
Metro Delivery Wins Commander’s Award from Toys for Tots
2010 marks our third year carrying thousands of toys from donation centers to Santa’s Workshop, for distribution to children in need.
Our thanks to the Marine Corps and Toys for Tots for providing us with another opportunity to do good in our community!
Metro Delivery Converts Fleet to Santa Mobiles
Drivers Double as Elves
Metro Delivery vehicles don’t resemble sleighs but all are adorned this holiday season with signs proclaiming them Santa Mobiles on behalf of Toys for Tots – and, though drivers remain in uniform, badges identify them as Official Collection Elves.
“In addition to transporting donated toys from collection to sorting sites, our drivers are accepting toy donations from customers,” says Owner Sarah Talbot, noting that driver badges also “give a nudge with a message that says ‘Ask Me’ about Toys for Tots.”
As a third prong, Metro Delivery is conducting its own toy drive and also has developed participation from other businesses. Stadium Pharmacy and Stadium Opticians, Ann Arbor, and Morty’s Garden Center, Dexter, are new public collection sites; and John Hatch, DDS and Dominant Systems, Ann Arbor, signed up to sponsor internal toy drives.
Toys for Tots will accept donations through Friday, December 19, according to Tony Gillum, Washtenaw County Coordinator. Donated toys must be new, in original boxes, not gift wrapped and appropriate for ages 1-12 years. Stuffed toys are discouraged due to allergies.
“If ever there was a time for benevolence, this is the year,” Gillum said. “We want to make sure every child in Washtenaw County finds toys under the tree this Christmas.”
For information on how to contribute or participate, phone 313-363-9488.
Metro Delivery Honored for Environmental Protection
Metro Delivery of Ann Arbor has been chosen as a Waste Knot Award Partner for its waste-reduction program by the Washtenaw County Department of Planning and Environment.
The Waste Knot Program won national recognition when it received the Wise Gold Award for Community Involvement last year from the federal Environmental Protection Agency. Locally, businesses must submit a written application and pass an on-site inspection to earn designation as an Award Partner.
Metro Delivery’s waste reduction program is directed by John Rabideau, General Manager, and Ken Ridley, Field Agent. “This designation is both a reward and a stimulus for even greater efforts on our part,” said Rabideau.
Metro Delivery recently was named a Waste Knot Award Partner by Washtenaw County.
Metro Delivery Celebrates Driver Appreciation Day
Seven Drivers Receive Individual Awards
Metro Delivery of Ann Arbor honored seven drivers with individual awards for outstanding performance Sept. 23 during its annual Driver Appreciation Day.
Five drivers received awards for Exceptional Performance 2008: Charles Edwards; Douglas Harding; Kevin Keefe; Bryan Marts; and Rick Yates. Past winners Derek Barbee and George Jones were honored for Continuous Excellence.
Ann Arbor Company Helps Employee Help Dogs
Rescued dogs were gifted with new wheels October 4 when Metro Delivery of Ann Arbor presented the keys to a refurbished cargo van to Detroit’s Home Furever – the first donation based on contributing to its employees charitable interests.
It all started with Driver Bill Peterson of Royal Oak, a longtime volunteer with Home Furever, whose dog rescue services include transport to foster homes, veterinary visits and adoption clinics. “Our old van was a wreck. You could see through the floor boards,” Peterson said. “So I asked about getting a company van donated.”
Appropriately, it was Peterson who handed over the van keys to Marilyn McKiddie, founder and director of Home Furever, during an adoption clinic at Petco, Troy attended by about 25 available dogs plus human representatives from Metro Delivery.
Peterson’s efforts did more than upgrade transportation for abused and abandoned dogs. At Metro Delivery, it also led to a new policy for charitable donations.
“Supporting what our employees believe in just seemed like a great way to keep them involved,” said Sarah Talbot, founder and president. “We’ve got 60 employees and we’d like to see all of them contributing to their communities.”
Home Furever conducts weekly adoption clinics, most frequently at Petco, 1217 Coolidge Highway, Troy. For dates, times, sites and dog photos/descriptions, go to homefurver@comcast.net
Metro Delivery Appoints New Company Trainer
Christian Kaericher has been promoted to Company Trainer at Metro Delivery Inc. of Ann Arbor with responsibility for classroom and road training for new hires and annual recertification of veteran staff.
Metro Delivery employs some 65 people and offers general and specialized delivery services locally, regionally and nationwide. Kaericher, 36, joined the company in 2006. A native of Detroit, Kaericher grew up in Brazil and now resides in Novi.
