Here's what people were saying in the news this past week

Patrick McCauley

"Zingerman's is a major employer and a major anchor of Kerrytown, so I guess that's where the major debate is going to happen. I think it has to be in the interest of the majority of the community." - Ann Arbor Historic Commission Vice Chairman Patrick McCauley, on a proposal by the famed deli to expand its Kerrytown operations.

"It's candid to say we looked at different places (on the schedule) for the game. We never looked at an October date, it was a mid-November date or the end of the season. We went with the end of the season. It was a way to retain a wonderful tradition." - Big Ten Conference Commissioner Jim Delany, on the annual Michigan-Ohio State football game.

"We would all like bicycle patrols and beat cops restored. Safety is not only a statistic, but it's also a feeling and a sense of security, so proactive (police enforcement) or a presence can be beneficial." - Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority Board member Russ Collins, on concerns that panhandling and other crimes may be on the rise in downtown.

Sabra Briere

"We can't solve whatever this problem may be by now saying we're going to throw money at it, because frankly we don't have money. We need to engage the community. We need to have businesses involved. We need to have the downtown residents involved." - Ann Arbor City Council Member Sabra Briere, on the same issue.

"As we grow our online and digital business, we cannot underestimate the importance of our brick and mortar presence. This will be top of mind as we work on improving the in-store experience by shifting our product mix to include additional non-book products that are both compelling and relevant, and providing an escape for our customers though an inspirational in-store environment and consistent customer service.” - Borders Inc. CEO Mike Edwards, on the Borders Group subsidiary's future strategy..