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City engineer retires after nearly five decades FARMINGTON HILLS — Jim Cubera, city engineer, started his career with the city of Farmington Hills in May 1977, and will conclude his tenure of more than 48 years Aug. 29. He began working as an engineer shortly before graduating with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from what was then the University of Detroit. He reviewed site plans for new buildings and developments that came to Farmington Hills, including subdivisions, offices, industrial parks and businesses. He made sure they complied with city requirements, and over time, his efforts transformed the skyline and roadways of the once rural community. In the late ‘70s or early ‘80s, he took Howard Road — then a gravel rural road with an apple orchard to the north — and transformed it, creating the space where Bosch Engineering North America stands today. The See CUBERA on page 8A
The Fitness Court in Farmington is unique in that it’s the only one in Michigan to feature a dedicated studio for exercise classes and other programming. Photo by Liz Carnegie
FARMINGTON OPENS FITNESS COURT THAT INCLUDES STUDIO BY GENA JOHNSON gjohnson@candgnews.com
FARMINGTON — Shiawassee Park in Farmington welcomed Michigan’s first Fitness Court featuring a studio at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 12. Fitness Courts are outside workout stations available to the public at no cost. The addition of a studio allows for special programming such as exercise classes. Farmington Mayor Joe LaRussa was excited about
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this addition in the city. “These new Fitness Courts are an investment in the health, well-being, and connection for our community. By creating free, accessible spaces for people of all ages to get active, we’re reinforcing Farmington’s commitment to quality of life,” LaRussa said. “I encourage everyone to come out, explore the courts, and make outdoor fitness a part of their routine.” See FITNESS on page 5A
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