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New principal on staff in Imlay City
High school welcomes Brian Eddy He shares our deep
belief that positive, pro-
tricitytimes-online.com By Maria Brown board. His wife, Crystal, ductive relationships are
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have three young children. work as educators.
IMLAY CITY Superintendent Dr. Stu Prior to working in
FACEBOOK Brian Eddy is officially at Cameron said Eddy stood Goodrich, Eddy was a sec-
the helm of Imlay City out from the pack of more ondary principal at
High School. On Monday, than 40 candidates for his Bentley,
facebook.com the school board voted to personal qualities, deep an assistant principal and
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the new principal whos
sense of integrity and
desire to develop mean-
principal at Mt. Morris
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already been on the job for ingful relationships with and was teacher and ele-
one week. students and staff. mentary principal in the
The Tri-City Times The Goodrich native Brian is an excellent Morrice Area School.
is printed on was most recently interim match to the profile devel- The principal position
recycled paper principal at Goodrich oped for our ideal high was vacated by Dr. Bill
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Seven Ponds Nature Center has unique displays, like this one with nests
and eggs, expertly crafted by naturalist Lois Rheaume who will retire this
month after 23 years at the Dryden Twp. facility.
Leader of discovery
Popular Seven Ponds Naturalist Lois Rheaume retires
By Maria Brown Working with kids has encounters in her job,
mbrown@pageone-inc.com become a joy too, although plants top the list.
in her new career as a sub- I love botany. Plants
DRYDEN TWP. stitute teacher shell still be are my thing...Ive always
Have you accompanied working with youth on a liked them but I got to
your child on a field trip to regular basis. really know them here,
Seven Ponds, taken a canoe Theres nothing better she said.
excursion on the nature than seeing their faces Lois said she desires to
centers waterways or when they look through a identify everything she
browsed the immaculate microscope for the first comes across, laughing at
indoor displays? time...when they discover the memory of lugging
Then chances are things, she said. seven field guides on a
youve crossed paths with Close to 10,000 chil- backpack trip.
naturalist Lois Rheaume or dren come through the Now its just one book
her handiwork. Lois will nature center every year and I take lots of pictures,
conclude her 23 year career and it certainly doesnt hurt she said with a laugh.
at Seven Ponds at the end that everyone is excited to Lois said she looks for-
of the month. be there. ward to sharing her varied
Im very fortunate to The kids love to come experiences this spring
have worked here. This is and they hate to leave. This when she transitions into
such an important place in is a happy place, Lois her new job as a substitute
the community...an impor- said. teacher in Lapeer County.
tant treasure for families, Lois has used her pas- Then she looks forward
she said. sions to shape her role at to taking the summer off
While in her final year the nature center. As an and, in particular, the three
of obtaining a resource avid canoeist, shes led canoeing trips she already
ecology degree from the monthly Curious Canoer has planned with her 10
University of Michigan, explorations around Seven year-old grandson tagging
Lois applied for an intern- Ponds. Her interest in along for at least one of
ship at Seven Ponds Native Americans and their those adventures.
something she did over two customs have seen her lead With some additional
semesters. She transitioned snowshoe stringing work- time to spare, Lois said she
into a part-time job imme- shops. Her love of sewing looks forward to devoting
diately after that. One year had her creating costumes more time to the Friends of
later that job turned into a for the centers Enchanted the Polly Ann Trail group
full-time one. Woodland fall event. and the Imlay City Parks
Lois said shell miss all As the naturalist in and Recreation Board.
the people she encounters charge of the centers dis- My most important
on a daily basis. At the top plays, Lois said she leaned job here has been to con-
of that list are her col- on the expertise of member nect people. Were so far
leagues. With a small staff Peg Flowers, a retired art removed from nature and
everyone becomes like teacher, and taught herself thats who we are...nature
family, but thanks to their taxidermy. is so good for our
shared interests and educa- As a result, the centers minds,she said.
tion she always delighted walls are lined with impres-
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with new chief of police ALMONT Its the perfect time of year to rid
yourself of unwanted items.
And what better way to get rid of those items than
by hosting a garage sale at your home.
Almont Village and Township residents are invit-
Council, Chief Andy Martin negotiate three-year pact Connors said Novaks
request had earlier been
ed to register now for Almonts 2017 Garage Sale
Frenzy.
By Tom Wearing the Almont department buy goods and services. subject to site plan approv- Event coordinator Gloria Howe said more than 50
twearing@pageone-inc.com who had risen to the posi- Additional outfitting al by the Almont Planning village and township residents hosted garage sales last
tion of sergeant, Martin charges, to include lights, Commission, which rec- year, providing ample opportunity for bargain hunters
ALMONT The served as the villages siren, electronics and let- ommended the property to acquire items they find to their liking.
Village of Almont has Interim Police Chief for tering, are expected to be rezoned, subject to Howe said the $10 registration fee guarantees
reached a contractual nine months, following amount to $2,771. meeting certain condi- inclusion on the 2017 Garage Sale Frenzy map, which
agreement with new the sudden departure of Connors said the new tions. makes it easy to find all sale sites. The registration
Police Chief Andy Martin. former Chief Pat Nael. patrol car replaces a 2013 Listed among the con- deadline is May 5.
Village Manager Mike Patrol car purchase Dodge Charger with more ditions are that Novak For questions or further information about
Connors said Martin has In a related matter, the than 126,000 miles on the remove 193 feet of fenc- Almonts Garage Sale Frenzy, call the Almont Village
accepted a three-year con- village council approved odometer. ing along the west side of Offices at 810-798-8528.
tract to include annual the purchase of a 2017 He added that the vil- the property and make
Dodge Charger for the lage will realize a trade-in
Spring Beef Dinner is April 29
performance reviews. underground plumbing
He will be paid a sala- police department. value of $4,500 from upgrades.
Connors said the vehi- Milnes on that vehicle. Connors said Novak
ry of $75,380 per year,
along with a standard ben- cle will be purchased at a Old school rezoned has proposed a multi- at St. Johns Church
efit package to include cost of $23,346 from At the request of local phased development at the CAPAC All are welcome to enjoy a Spring
health insurance, retire- Milnes Chrysler of Imlay developer Jim Novak, the old school site at 401 Beef Dinner on Sat., April 29 from 4-6:30 p.m. at St.
ment and paid time off. City through the State of village council agreed to Church Street, to include Johns Lutheran Church. The cost is $10 for adults; $5
Martins contract will Michigans MiDEAL rezone the 14.85-acre old senior apartments and a for children ages 5-12; children under 5 admitted free.
be effective back to March purchasing program. elementary school proper- banquet center. Dinner includes roast beef, mashed potatoes, California
21, 2017, when council MiDEAL is an extend- ty from R-1 (single fami- Novak purchased the blend vegetables, coleslaw, dessert and beverages.
members officially offered ed purchasing program ly) to Planned Unit building and property Carry-outs also available.
the chiefs position to the that allows Michigan Development (PUD) to from the Almont School St. Johns is located at 109 E. Kempf Court. Call
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goods, antiques, crafts and Saturday hours will attract Graver said this years Attica resident Barb Mobley with her grandaughter and grand dog at the
countless other products. more shoppers and ven- market will offer more Imlay City Farmers Market last year. This years market kicks off on
The popular down- dors. activities for children, Thursday, May 4th and will be open on Saturdays as well.
town market reopens for Im excited about the parents and grandparents
the season at the corner of opportunity to serve more and will include special families. Saturday of month (except returning vendors and are
Third and Main streets on people, said Graver. I theme days. Starting with June), we will offer Music always looking to add other
Thursday, May 4, from think the Saturday hours She noted that on the Saturday May 6th, kids at the Market from 10 businesses to the market.
1-6 p.m. will be ideal for people first Saturday of each will be invited to plant a a.m.-noon. Market space is avail-
New Saturday hours who work or are unable to month, the market will seed and learn about Vendor rate options able at a $10 daily rate or a
Besides offering the visit the market on host activities for kids and growing their own fruits Graver said she has $90 seasonal rate for either
and vegetables, Graver been busy contacting the Thursday or Saturday
said. repeat vendors and recruit- market.
COMMUNITY WIDE
On the second ing new ones for the The seasonal rate rises
MAY 4 , 5 , 6 2017
statistics which show 19 exploring their options for ness:
TH TH TH individuals entered the pro-
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launching a drug court too.
Barnard explained that
commissioners
approved a request from
with five graduating, seven many enrolled in the men- the sheriffs department to
continuing and seven being tal health court program purchase five spike vests
Please register at either Lakestone Bank location (downtown or in front of Kroger) terminated. also have issues with drug and nine bulletproof vests
This is the most posi- addiction and those addic- at a total cost of $10,442.
Sponsored by: Imlay City Rotary Club and Co-Sponsored by: Lapeer County Bank & Trust. tive thing Ive seen in my tions often derail their suc- Approval was also granted
37 years in law. cess on the mental health for the purchase of 900
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team of mental health pro-
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Whatever you may recall or interested persons are wel- Vietnam. The party was
have heard about the 1967 come. thrown by a well-known,
Detroit riot, theres more to Jordan says that while neighborhood community
the story. Its a multi-lay- most people are aware of organizer. Jamon Jordan of Black Scroll Network History& Tours sheds light on
ered mix of circumstance, the 1967 Detroit riot, many Jordan says police Detroit history during tour.
timing, and the prevailing Detroiters consider it a called for backup when met
conditions of the day that rebellion rather than a riot. with resistance as they ing these issues for decades, 4-year-old girl named many people that Belle Isle
when mixed together, cre- It remains one of the dead- attempted to arrest 82 peo- a new movement was pro- Tanya Blanding, who was was used as a makeshift
ated one of the most memo- liest and most destructive ple. viding new directionthe killed by the Michigan detention center, he adds.
rable events in Detroits urban uprisings in U.S. his- The growing crowd Black Power movement. National Guard, who mis- Jamon Jordan will pres-
history. tory, but theres more to outside the club included He says Black Power took her home for the lair ent his Black Scroll
Area residents have a learn about this historical two more militant commu- activists were not commit- of a sniper, Jordan says. Network History 1967
chance to learn the details event, he says. nity organizers, who were ted to total nonviolence as Before it was over, Detroit rebellion informa-
at an upcoming presenta- The events unfolded in publicly criticizing the many of their civil rights some 1,200 people were tion on Wednesday, May 3
tion by Jamon Jordan of the pre-dawn hours of July police officers and motivat- activist counterparts were. injured and 7,200 people at 7 p.m. at Maple Vista.
Black Scroll Network 23, 1967 after undercover ing the crowd to attack the And many Black were arrested with more For more information visit
History & Tours hosted by Detroit police officer police. Power activists believed in than 2,000 of them con- imlay-conversation-salon.
the Imlay Conversation Charles Henry entered the Detroits black com- confrontation with the victed, Jordan says. com or email cmminolli@
Salon. United Civic League for munity had suffered from police, Jordan says, add- Police detained so gmail.com.
Jordan will offer the Community Action, which unequal education, as well ing that the rebellion began
historic perspective begin- was an an illegal after- as employment and hous- when activists Walter Scott
ning at 7 p.m. on hours club above the ing discrimination, eco- and Michael Lewis threw
Wednesday, May 3 at Economy Print Shop on the nomic exploitation and fre- bottles and bricks at the
Maple Vista (formerly northwest corner of quent police brutality, police.
known as Sanctuary at Clairmount and 12th Street. Jordan says. Although It would last for five
Maple Vista), which is Detroit would never civil rights leaders and days, resulting in the deaths
activists had been address- of 43 people, including a
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Leeann and her husband
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Travis are mentors for their
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ary definition of a Stand between. They celebrated he and Deb would prepare and verse above the fold.
Up Guy. their 30th wedding anni- delicious venison dinners I am grateful to have
And he kept standing versary by biking one mile and enjoy the simple, known him, and blessed by
up, for as long as he could, for each year of their mar- rewarding pleasure of eat- his humor and his help. Diana Ireland, Theresa Spencer, Walt Bargen
with dignity, humor, ten- riage in the Thumb area on ing off of the land. And for his friendship, and Jim McCloskey flank special guest who
derness and acceptance as their super-cool, bright yel- Youd also find Ron which will never die. came out to drain the swamp to help Lapeer
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As all her nieces and
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called her Aunt Goldie
the epitome of joy embod- Patricia Donnelly, Nancy Anne Fleming, Pam Eldred, Miss Kaye Lani Rae Rako, Kirsten Haglund, a
ied in a four-foot spinster. Michigans first Miss Miss America 1961. America 1970. Miss America 1988. happy Miss America
Dads home movies America 1939. 2008.
remain proof of Aunt
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heard a night America. Parks repeated habitat restoration, school
disparag- every September watching that performance every year and community gardens and
ing word the Miss America Pageant. from 1955 to 1979. Bert Parks with Jacquelyn Mayer. I melted the promotion of non-toxic
proceed Im not sure why that The winner, looking when Imet her. gardening alternatives.
from her was a big event to us but it shocked, would stand and Romeo Peach Queen several showgirl roles in Pamela Anne Eldred
mouth. was probably better than be crowned by the previous times. But, admittedly, Miss Hollywood films. She was was Miss America 1970.
watching boxing or roller Miss America and then walk She also won the swimsuit
And believe derby on another channel. down the runway in Atlantic
America was a big deal.
So far, five
introduced to Jack Warner
of Warner Brothers Studio competition. Eldred is from
me, she Of course, being City among her subjects Michiganders (Michigeese?) who offered her a West Bloomfield. After
had rea- Michiganders, we always as Parks sang There she is, have worn the crown as Hollywood contract but Pat retiring as Miss America she
son. A rooted for Miss Michigan. Miss America! Not a dry Miss America, turned it down. I realized married and had a daughter.
survivor of infantile spinal We were usually disappoint- eye in the house, naturally. The first, in 1939, was by that time I didnt want Pam is a graduate of
meningitis, deafness had ed, although the winner, I met Miss America Patricia Mary Donnelly, my face known, she said. University of Detroit Mercy
claimed her disabled and from whatever state, was once at the Detroit Auto born in Detroit. After win- In other words, I wanted and still lives in West
dependent upon her older always a wonderful repre- Show. She was Jacquelyn ning, Pat crisscrossed the the freedom of movement, Bloomfield. A ballerina,
sisters and younger broth- sentative of the country. Jeanne Mayer (Miss Ohio), country alone on a personal to go where I pleased with- Eldred performed a dance in
er, my father. I remember the swim Miss America 1963. She appearance tour and was out people knowing who I the Miss America talent
Aunt Goldie was my dear- suit competition, obviously, gave me a picture. I melted. lovingly nicknamed The was. Pat died in 2009 at competition to music from
est relative on Dads side. what young impressionable I was no stranger to roy- Long-Stemmed American the age of 89. Romeo and Juliet.
She was my grownup boy wouldnt? The talent alty, mind you. I knew the Beauty. She later went on Next was Nancy Anne Kaye Lani Rae Rafko
playmate who could skip competition was always lovely Patty Harris and the to sing in New York at the Fleming, from Montague,
rope faster than anyone very interesting and the other Almont Homecoming famous Stork Club, on MI, Miss America 1961. Liblong page 12-A
without a miss. Shed hold ladies looked drop-dead gor- Queens. I also met the Broadway and in several
the hem of her skirt with
Town Talk
Editors note: Due to space Orchards Cupboard Food week sessions. At these FREE Lapeer. Weigh-in at 8:30 a.m., Capac Pharmacy is teaming Saturday of every month, 10
constraints announcements Pantry is open the 3rd 90-minute playgroups, chil- 9:30 a.m. meeting. Call Linda with Support Million Hearts a.m.
will be posted one week in Saturday of every month 9 dren will participate in story- at 810-245-3955 or Phyllis by offering in-pharmacy
advance of the event. Notices a.m.-noon. Food distributed time, developmentally appro- 810-395-7035 for more info. blood pressure screenings, Almont/Dryden Masons
must be received in writing by at 74903 McKay Rd., Bruce priate games and crafts, learn 136 North Main St. in Capac, meets 7 p.m. every 2nd
noon Monday prior to the pub- Twp., 586-336-4673. www. new skills, and enjoy a snack For those that have experi- Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Thursday of the month at
lication date. orchardsonline.org. and social time with other enced the death of a loved Everyone is invited to come Masonic Center in Almont.
children. Parents will have one, a support group is avail- and have their blood pressure The Imlay City American
Museums
able facilitated by a trained
For Senior Citizens the chance to talk to other
adults with same-age chil- United Hospice Service (UHS)
bereavement volunteer.
read for free. Legion Post 135 meets the
2nd and last Wednesdays of
Events
The Dryden Historical Society dren. Register now for the the month at 7:30 p.m. The
Indoor Sr. Pickelball - Capac next session! Numerous loca- Marlette Regional Hospital,
meets at 7 p.m. the first 2770 Main Street in Marlette, post is located at 212 E. Third
Elementary School Cafeteria, Wednesday of the month and tions and dates available. For Street. Contact them at 724-
4 p.m. Tues., & Thurs. from more info and to sign up call hosts this support group the The Lapeer County
the museum opens every 1st Friday of each month at Genealogical Society presents 1450 or americanlegion-
Feb. 7 to May 23 (cancelled if Monday from 5:30-7 p.m. the Family Literacy Center at post135@frontier.com.
school closed). 810-664-2737. 10 a.m. in the Administration the 5th annual Cemetery
The Capac Historical Society Conference Room. For more Preservation Workshop at the The Evening Star Quilt Guild
Gentle Yoga Tuesdays from
9-10 a.m. at First
is open to visitors daily from
1-3 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. on
Support Groups info, call 800-635-7490 or visit
www.marletteregionalhospi-
Attica Cemetery on Saturday,
May 20, 2017. A full day of
meets the last Wednesday of
each month at the Davison
Congregational Church in Sundays. Call 810-395-2859 tal.org. instruction and hands-on Senior Center, 10135 Lapeer
Almont. Practice led by Dina Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) experience will teach you how
for more info. meetings are held every Rd. in Davison. Meetings
Miramonti, RYT.
Imlay City Senior Center
The Imlay City Historical Monday night at 8 p.m. at St.
Pauls Lutheran Church in
Fundraisers to maintain and protect your
familys history through their
start at 6:30 p.m. and doors
open at 6 p.m. For more info
Museum is now open for the legacy in stone. Pre- call Lisa, 810-358-7294.
Texas Hold Em 12:30 p.m. 2017 season. Volunteer Imlay City. Womans Life Chapter 855 registration and a fee are
For info 810-724-6030. docents will be happy to great will continue its Bottle & Can required. Contact Mary Womans Life Chapter 855
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Dinner and an evening of you on Saturdays from 1 to 4 and Al-Anon meetings are Drive, to help those in need, Bentley at 801-441-1500 or will meet May 2, 2017 in
card playing with friends, p.m. The current exhibit held every Wednesday night throughout the year of 2017. bmbentley66@gmail.com for Richmond at the Lois Wagner
50/50 raffle and prizes of high Everlasting Heirlooms is a at 8 p.m. at the Capac United Call for the nearest drop off more information. Memorial Library at 630 p.m.
and low for each table every wonderful display of the work Methodist Church, Capac, location. For large donations Everyone is welcome to
3rd Monday at
Washington Senior Center,
the of master craftsman Richard
Lauwers. His wood turned
MI. a pickup service is available.
810-392-5136. Other attend.
Markets
57880 Van Dyke, Washington objects feature a variety of Lapeer Area Citizens Against
wood and functional pieces. Domestic Assault meets 1-3 The Imlay City Christian Free tutor training for people
Twp., MI 48094, from 4-8 School is holding a fundraiser
p.m. Call for further details, Other new exhibits include p.m. every Wednesday in the who would like to help others
the new period room featur- Lapeer Court House for per- for TAFFY (Tuition Assistance in our community improve Every Sunday Lapeer
586-752-6543. Fundraising For Youth).
ing 1865 bedroom furniture. sonal protection order clinic. English skills. Volunteer Countys largest Flea Market
Swing Dance Lessons offered The music exhibit has been For info 810-246-0632. Come join us for euchre the basis. Please call for orienta- will be held at the Lapeer
at the Port Huron Senior re-worked and there is an 2nd Saturday of each month tion before training at 810- Center Building, 425 County
Center, 600 Grand Avenue in addition to the art display of FOR WIDOWED MEN & at 7 p.m. at the Imlay City 664-2737. Center St. in Lapeer. From 8
Port Huron, every Tues. from work of local artists. Watch WOMEN: Lunch-Cards- Christian School, 7197 E. a.m.-3 p.m. Up to 75 booths
7:30-9 p.m. and the 1st and for more changes, inside and Friendship. Join us every 3rd Imlay City Rd. in Imlay City. Volunteer for the Habitat for inside and outside sell a huge
3rd Thurs. of the month from outside of the museum. For Tuesday of each month from For more info, call 810-724- Humanity of Lapeer County variety of items to the public.
7:30-9 p.m. with instructors questions contact Marilyn 11:45 a.m.-4 p.m. at Cavis 5695. at the office. Interested par- This long-running communi-
Lyle Malaski & Kristina Swihart 724-1904. Pioneer Restaurant, 5600 ties can call 810-664-7111 and ty event is sponsored by the
Morton. Call 810-984-5061
for more info. The Almont Community
Lapeer Rd. in Kimball Twp.
48074. No RSVP necessary. Medical Care speak to Carolyn, Cheryl or
Pete at 810-660-7823.
Lapeer Center Building, a
non-profit organization for 60
Historical Society Museum is For more info call Joanne K. years. There is no admission
Council on Aging Membership open Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. at 810-324-2304. This activity Lapeer County Health
is open to individuals 18 and Please stop by and learn is sponsored by Widowed Department, 1800 Imlay City
Rd., Lapeer - Regular
Club News charge. For info on space
rentals, contact Logan: 810-
older. The Capac Senior about your community. Friends, a peer support group 347-7915. Visit www.
Center is open 8:30 a.m.-4:30 Society meetings are held at www.widowedfriends.org. Immunization Clinic Hours: Veterans of Foreign Wars
(held in 2nd floor clinic area) LapeerCenter.com for build-
p.m. weekdays. We offer a the museum on the second (VFW) of Imlay City, Post ing rental and Peacock Alley
variety of activities such as Monday of the month at 7 Widowed Friends invites all Mondays 1-3:30 p.m. Walk- 2492, 598 N. Almont Ave.
widowed to join us for break- In, Wednesdays 8:30 a.m.- catering information, or call
fitness and craft classes, a p.m. For more info call 810- (Fairgrounds Rd.) Overseas 664-2109. Email: lapeercent-
book review group, cards and 796-3355. fast and friendship in a safe 11:30 p.m. By Appointment Veterans Meetings 2nd
setting every 2nd and 4th Only, Thursdays 1-3:45 p.m. er@charter.net. The Lapeer
bus trips. Call Lori at 395- Thursday, every other month, Center Building Flea Market
7889 for more info.
Youth Events Monday of the month at 9
a.m. at Seros, 925 Gratiot in
By Appointment Only.
Additional Immunization
7 p.m.; Post Meetings 1st
Thursday every month, 7
has been voted The Best of
the Best.
Almont and Dryden area Marysville. For more info, Clinics Offered: By p.m.; Auxiliary Meetings 1st
senior citizens meet the 2nd Ready, Set, Go! Workshop. call Julie at 810-388-0868. Appointment Only (held in
Tuesday of the month at 12 This is a FREE workshop for 2nd floor clinic area). Walk-
p.m. at the Almont Lions 3-5 year olds & parents/care- TOPS 620 Lapeer weight- loss In (held in lower level). For
Hall, 222 Water St., for a pot- givers! Enjoy fun projects group meets Tuesday nights additional info, to check if we
luck and program. Call 798- that will develop your childs at the Hunters Creek Mobile accept your insurance, or to
8210 for more info. skills and prepare them for Home Park Club House, 725 schedule an appointment
school! Children also enjoy a DeMille Rd. in Lapeer. please call 810-667-0448.
Adults 55 and over are invited snack, story time, and a free Weigh-in from 6-6:30 p.m., AFFORDABLE INDEPENDENT LIVING APARTMENTS WITH:
to Berlin Twp. Senior Center book! Call the Family meeting from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free hearing and vision 3 Nutritious Meals Daily Light Housekeeping
to play cards from noon-3 Literacy Center today to For more info call 810-664- screens for children of pre- Compimentary Satellite TV Health Services
p.m. the 2nd Wednesday of reserve your seat at 810-664- 7579. school age are available at the Life-enriching Activities Available
every month. Bring a sack 2737 and for more info on Lapeer County Health
lunch, beverages provided. dates and times. TOPS 888 (Take Off Pounds Department. To schedule an
Senior stretch exercise on Sensibly) meets Wednesdays appointment please call 810-
Tuesdays 10-11 a.m. Potluck Play groups available. Free 6 at the 25 Pine Ridge Dr. in 667-0448 or 810-245-5549. www.SanctuaryatMapleVista.org
luncheons will be served the
c
4th Tuesday of every month
at noon. Call 810-395-4518
for details.
Ryan Smith, a certified alco-
hol and drug counselor will
be available at the Imlay City
Seniors Center on the 4th
AREA UNITED
Thursday of every month St. Pauls
from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Lutheran Church
(ELCA)
CHURCHES
St. Pauls Lutheran Church email: nlcc@newlifechristian.net
Food for Families kitchen is Worship 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Tuesday 7:00 pm
www.newlifechristian.net
open to the public for free, Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Friday Youth 7:00 pm
Pastor Tim Martin
hot meals every Monday and Pastor Alan Casillas Sunday 10 a.m. Service 15 firstapostolichome.com 15
15
Wednesday from 4-5:30 p.m.
Attica Capac Imlay City Almont Light of Christ
This Heart Loves Food
Pantry is open the 1st U.M.C. U.M.C. C.R.C. First Baptist Church Community
14952 Imlay City Rd., Capac 395 N. Cedar (M-53)
Saturday of each month from
9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Gateway
27 Elk Lake Road, Attica, MI
(810) 724-0690 Church 810-395-2112
Sunday School - 9:15 am - All Ages
www.imlaycitycrc.org
Worship 10:00 a.m.
Wayne Boyd, Pastor
881 Van Dyke - 810-798-8888
Church
Assembly Church, 2796 S. Sunday Worship: 10 a.m Sunday Service: 10:30 am Sunday School 11:15 a.m. Sunday Bible Classes: 9:45 am 2720 Winslow Road
Van Dyke Rd., Imlay City. Attica Food Bank: Serving those Junior Church and Nursery Available Youth Ministry Worship Services
10:30 am & 6:00 pm
Imlay City, MI 48444
MOPS Program
in need in Attica Twp, 2-4 pm, Bible Studies Every Bible Study Wednesday 7:00 pm 1 Mile South of I-69 Overpass
The Attica United Methodist 2nd and 4th Monday Monday and Tuesday Evenings Community Mens & Womens fbc@airadvantage.net
Church will be holding a free Tuesday Morning
Bible Studies Live Webcasting Sunday all worship services Sunday Worship 10:30 am
Rev. Ron Rouse 810-724-4315 over Sermonaudio.com/fbcalmont 15
community meal on the 2nd Come as you are - everyone is welcome! Proclaiming the Sovereign Grace of God Phone: 810-724-6999
www.atticaumc.org Come Grow With Us!
and 4th Tuesday of each 15 16 15 15 15
The Capac Community Food West Berlin Imlay City Christ Evangelical First Congregational Church
Church of Christ Lutheran Church United Church of Christ
Pantry, 114 S. Main Street, is
open each Wednesday from
U.M.C. 670 N. Van Dyke 1970 S. Almont Ave., Imlay City 275 Bancroft - Imlay City
Imlay City, MI 48444
201 E. St. Clair, Almont, MI
1-3 p.m. Please call LOVE, 905 Holmes Rd. - Allenton, MI Sunday Service
at corner of Newark Rd.
(Corner of 5th Street) 810-798-8855
INC. at 810-245-2414 in 810-724-7855
Corner of Almont Road Bible Study (all ages) 10:00am
Sunday School 9:00 a.m. 810-724-6207 Sr. Pastor: Keith Langley
advance to ensure your food Morning Worship 11:00am
voucher will be received 810-395-2409 1st Sunday of the
Month Evening Service 2:30pm
Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m.
Thursday Worship 7:00 p.m.
Sunday School &Morning Adult Group 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship Service at 10:15 a.m.
Nursery available and Jr. Church
Worship Service 10:30 a.m.
before you stop in to shop. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Classes (all ages) 7:00pm Pastor Rev. Dr. Renee C. Jackson
for ages 3 thru 5th grade
Any questions, please call Rev. Curtis Clarke 810-724-3306 Ralph O. Stuebs
No matter who you are or where you are
Jr./Sr. High Youth Group ~ Sundays 6-8pm
Kidz 4 Christ ~ Wednesdays 6-7:30pm
Sherrie Cramton at 810-395- 15
COME WORSHIP WITH US!
John Barker, Minister 15
Cell-(567) 674-0438
Come to the WELS on lifes journey, you are welcome here!15
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1905. 15
Owning municipalities
membership be entitled to
their share of net cash
assets of the EMS Authority
upon dissolution of the
Photo provided
Interlocal Agreement, 75% municipalities. of the Interlocal Agreement the future.
of the owner municipalities Municipalities in sup- are as follows: He added that the
had to approve such chang- port of the changes includ- The owning munici- amended agreement will
es. ed: the Townships of palities have been updated
This week, LCEMS Arcadia, Attica, Dryden, to reflect the current own-
now be submitted to the
Michigan Secretary of State Congressional recognition
Director Kieth Rumbold Elba, Goodland, Hadley, ers, removing the and the Lapeer County Almont High School art student Isabelle
reported that 12 of the 13 Imlay, Lapeer, Mayfield, Townships of Almont and Clerks office. Bourque is presented a First Place
participating municipalities North Branch and Oregon; Deerfield who have left the Lapeer County EMS Congressional Art Award by Congressman
had agreed to authorize the and the City of Imlay City. EMSAuthority, said has been a valuable part of Paul Mitchell for her outstanding black and
amended changes. Rumbold said the lone Rumbold. the community for well white photograph, entitled Blind, showing
With the many chang- municipality to reject the To sum up the chang- over 30 years, said an abandoned farm house in the center of a
es the EMS Authority has changes was Metamora es, Section 11 has been Rumbold. And we want to field off a country road. The award was pre-
undergone since the Township. amended to state that continue to serve Lapeer sented to Isabelle on Thursday, April 20 dur-
Interlocal Agreement was One of the things municipal members that County residents for many ing an event at Studio 1219 in Port Huron.
last updated in 2006, the Metamora Township decide to terminate their years to come.
Judge: Holowka says no in EMS suit Fashion: Imlay City grad a cut above
from page 1-A from page 1-A
He argued the EMS of my life, she says.
ballot proposal left out And shes well on her
important, required infor- way. Last year, Leslie
mation such as the eight earned a first place in the
local units of government Oshkosh BGosh Fall 2016
(a majority of them being Childrenswear Design
downtown development Competition.
authorities) that are eligible And last weekend,
to receive millage reve- some of Leslies designs
nues. were featured in the
As for Michigan Threads Fashion Show at
Election Law violations, the Finch Fieldhouse at
the townships claim the Central Michigan
Photo by ?????????
Photo by provided
hoped to halt collection of EMS millage since visitors, and was highlight-
ambulance service even theyre no longer part of the authority.
though Lapeer County ed by special guest Tim
EMS had been in existence The four-year millage Gunn of the hit television
itself financially and
for more than 10 years. is expected to generate show Project Runway.
expand services to under-
On that final point, more than $2.7 million in Leslie chose to enter Leslie Graver expresses herself from the
served areas of the county.
Holowka has granted their the first year its collected, designs that are reminis- inside out when it comes to fashion and
The election results
request to file an amended totalling $10.8 million over cent of the Andy Warhol designs.
were certified on
complaint and can renew its entire life. Lapeer inspired pop art movement
November 18 and the first
their efforts to seek injunc- County EMS pledged to of the 1960s. Working with Leslie is determined to
millage funds were levied
tive relief. use the money to stabilize fabric and simple A-line continue to learn and grow
on December 1.
silhouettes from the 60s, along the path to a vibrant
Leslie created garments career in fashion design.
that are simple, unique, Currently, shes drawing
and hip. inspiration from
My favorite thing is to Alessandro Michelle, the
design wearable looks for creative director at Gucci.
younger women, she says. He draws inspiration
I really like designing from looks of the past and
things that I would wear reinterprets them into new
myself, but I like to make styles, she says.
my garments look different Everything from Gucci is
from things that are kind of obnoxious and
already out there. over-the-top, but it draws
Lately, shes included a you in and wont let you
lot of sheer mesh fabric stop looking at all of the
incorporated into the details.
designs, and has experi- And therein lies yet
mented with making pants another key to success.
out of interesting fabrics as Drawing interest, attention
well. to detail, and over-the-top
Though shes experi- passion. Leslie seems to
enced success, the road to have nailed all three with
File photo
Volunteers, plants
sought for Imlays
new butterfly garden
By Catherine Minolli nia flowers, Mexican sun-
cminolli@pageone-inc.com flowers, milkweek, dwarf
butterfly bushes, and
IMLAY CITY Help Brazillian verbena.
make Imlay City a haven Park Board member
Website photo
for butterflies at a new gar- Kelly Villanueva says the
den being created on Third boards goal is to create
Street between Caulkins another monarch butterfly
and Handley. waystation habitat in Imlay Monarch butterfly sips nectar from the colorful
Located on the south City. bloom of a zinnia flower.
side of Third, next to Lions Park is a certi-
the railroad tracks, the fied monarch waystation and scouting groups in an take place on May 21.
garden is overseen by habitat, and our goal for effort to increase awareness Details will appear in future
the Imlay City Parks this year is to certify the regarding the local environ- issues of Tri-City Times.
Board. Imlay City Butterfly ment and to help tag mon- For more information
Volunteers are being Garden as a second waysta- arch butterflies for research on monarch butterflies and
sought to help plant butter- tion habitat, Villanueva regarding their fall migra- environmental influences
fly-friendly plants and says. tion. that impact their migration
flowers, as well as dona- Future plans include Planting at the Imlay and survival, visit www.
tions of nectar plants, zin- collaboration with school City Butterfly Garden will monarchwatch.org.
29, at 7:30 p.m. the Rolling Stones Paint It here with Jackson Bailey. The event was
PIX Executive Director Black, The Rascals co-hosted by the Almont Lions Club and
Jill Lyons says the bands People Got To Be Free, American Tree, with participation by Country
incredible musical abilities The Grass Roots Midnight Magic Bus will appear at the PIX on Saturday. Smokehouse and Camp Skyline, along with
and authentic look tran- Confessions, Strawberry the generosity and support of several Almont
scends the modern era and Alarm Clocks hit Incense up in the 60s or wish you online at www.centerforth- businesses and individuals.
jets visitors back to the and Peppermints, and The did, a Magic Bus show will eartslapeer.
Haight-Ashbury District of Lemon Pipers Green be one you wont soon for-
San Francisco in 1967. Tambourine to name a few.
get.
It was a time of true As a band, their goal is
Rock and Roll as it was to inspire everyone to have Tickets in advance are
meant to be, Lyons says in fun, so feel free to come out $17 for all adults and $13
a press release. Come and for the concert wearing for students, seniors, and
take a psychedelic ride with clothing and accessories veterans. Ticket prices will
us as Magic Bus, back by that remind you of the 60s, increase at the door.
popular demand, returns to Lyons says. Headbands, To purchase tickets in
the PIX stage. peace signs, ponchos, advance, visit the PIX Box
A psychedelic rock beads, tie-dye, fringe, faded Office located inside
Photo by Maria Brown
Rural Lifestyles
Sweet Heifer applicants sought
Non-profit program seeks to expand beef
education for youth in Michigans Thumb
TRI-CITY AREA nine years ago when I the seven counties are eli-
The Sweet Heifer Program received a Sweet Heifer. I gible to apply. A written
is designed to help youth in took on more responsibility application and in-person
Michigans Thumb learn at home and on the farm interviews are part of the
more about the cattle and and brought many new application process.
beef industries. This non- skills into my life, said To learn more about
profit organization believes Darcy Lipskey, the pro- this unique opportunity,
one of the best ways to grams first recipient, who please plan to attend an
accomplish this is by said she was inspired to Informational Meeting on
awarding a Sweet Heifer expand her herd of Angus May 3 at the Marlette
to experienced beef exhibi- cattle. Regional Hospital Auxiliary
tors from Huron, Tuscola, I highly encourage Conference Room begin-
Sanilac, Lapeer, St. Clair, anyone who has interest to ning at 7 p.m.
Oakland and Macomb apply to the program Attendees will hear from
counties. because you never know program leaders about
Close to 60 animals where the journey will take Sweet Heifers history and
File photo
have been given to deserv- you and what your story past recipients will share
ing youth since the pro- will end up being. Theres their stories. Youth will
gram was launched in 2008. so many helpful people out also be able to obtain an Experienced beef exhibitors from Lapeer and St. Clair counties are
Recipients are asked to give there that will ensure you application form at that invited to attend a May 3 informational meeting and learn more about the
back to the Sweet Heifer are on the right track for time. Applications are due Sweet Heifer Program.
program through the dona- success! June 30.
tion of an animal or other Youth whove exhibit- To reserve a seat for the 705-1333 or Maria Brown but not required. sweetheifer.org or find us
means. ed beef for at least two May 3 event, please call or at (810) 656-1872. For more information on Facebook @
My life was changed years and reside in one of text Darcy Lipskey at (810) Reservations are requested about the program, visit Sweetheiferprogram.
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SOCIAL SECURITY
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exposure and well-drained nesting is taking place. more information, visit
soils containing little Controlling solitary bees http://www.msue.msu.edu.
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excavated in areas of bare cultural control methods. tion delivered straight to
ground or sparse vegeta- MSU Extension suggests the your email inbox, visit http://
tion. Damp soils are avoid- best method is to establish www.msue.msu.edu/newslet-
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control is often sought sprinkler during the nest- 888-MSUE4MI (888-678-
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Economic Class mem- football team took the ini-
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Capac tied host Imlay City,
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Soccer Golf
contest.
DRYDEN Dryden Kaylin Norman led
beat host Brown City, 9-1, Dryden with three goals. their initial tally, while the
in a girls soccer clash
Monday afternoon.
Hannah Peyerk, Maddie
Decker, Ally Sobek, Jackie
Clash: second was unassisted.
Damari Aguilar Lopez
Almonts Hannah Chaney (L) looks to stop an In Mondays contest, Perry, Jordan Peters and from page 1-B
drew the goalkeeping
Oxford foe in Saturdays encounter. Dryden used a 7-0 opening Haylee Wolle added a goal both of Imlay Citys goals. assignment for Imlay City.
ALMONT Almont
wound up on the losing
With the result, Almont
slips to 3-2 this season.
Capac drops 8-0 verdict to Algonac Sports Schedule
CAPAC Capac fell Friday afternoon.
side of a 5-0 outcome to Aliyah Cremeans went 8-0 to visiting Algonac in a Kristen Payne went the Baseball City at BWAC Invite, Holly
visiting Oxford in a non- the distance in net for Blue Water Area distance in net for Capac. Thursday, April 27 Meadows, Capac, 1:30 p.m.
league girls soccer clash Almont. She was credited Conference girls soccer She was credited with 22 North Huron at Dryden Saturday, April 29
last Saturday afternoon. with 12 saves. confrontation it hosted last saves. (DH), 4 p.m. Almont at Frankenmuth
Almont at Lutheran Invite, The Timbers, 9 a.m.
Northwest, 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 2
Friday, April 28 Almont, Capac and Imlay
Utica Ford at Almont, 4 p.m. City at BWAC Invite,
Everest Academy at Capac, Richmond, 4 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 29 Girls Tennis
Dryden at Grosse Pointe Thursday, April 27
Woods University Liggett, Yale at Imlay City, 4:30 p.m.
9 a.m. Academy of the Sacred
Monday, May 1 Heart at Almont, 4:30 p.m.
Peck at Dryden (DH), 4 p.m. Monday, May 1
Tuesday, May 2 Imlay City at Lapeer,
Algonac at Capac (DH), 4:30 p.m.
4 p.m. Tuesday, May 2
Richmond at Almont (DH), Cros-Lex at Almont,
4 p.m. 4:30 p.m.
Imlay City at Armada,
Softball 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 27
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Legal Announcements
ATTICA $2,000.00. Roll call vote taken, all
ayes, motion carried.
ATTICA Attica Township Hall, 4350
Peppermill Road, Attica, MI 48412,
of April 11, 2017; and Payment of
Bills including Payroll of $68,016.86
Its: Supervisor
Date Adopted: 3-13-17
TOWNSHIP Moved and seconded to approve TOWNSHIP Mondays through Fridays, except and Accounts Payable and Trust & TOWNSHIP OF LAPEER
ATTICA TOWNSHIP Zoning Ordinances on Solar Energy Notice of Adoption holidays, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Agency of $62,809.63. The By: Scott Jarvis
BOARD and Signs. Votes taken, all ayes, Zoning Ordinance noon. The complete Attica Township Commission approved the proposal Its: Supervisor
MINUTES OF motion carried. Amendment Zoning Ordinance may also be from Frontier for a hosted VoIP tele- Date Adopted: 3-15-17
APRIL 13, 2017 Moved and seconded to approve Township of Attica viewed or downloaded at the communications system including TOWNSHIP OF OREGON
The meeting was called to order Lakestone Bank and Trust's sign per- Lapeer County, Michigan Township website http://atticatown- upfront equipment costs of By: Eldon Card
at 7:00 p.m. by Deputy Supervisor mit application to replace 3 existing Notice is hereby given that the ship.org. The effective date of this $15,612.59, as presented; approved Its: Supervisor
Gottschalk. Present were: Clerk parking lot directional signs. Vote was Attica Township Board adopted an Zoning Ordinance Amendment will the three year proposal from Michigan 17-1
Herpolsheimer, Treasurer Mason and taken, all ayes, motion carried. amendment to the Attica Township be as provided in the Michigan AgriBusiness Solutions, LLC for
Trustees Lacey and Madeline. Absent: Fire - None. Zoning Ordinance, at their regular Zoning Enabling Act, Public Act 110 sludge hauling and application ser-
Supervisor Ochadleus. Park - The park manager report-
ed that he will make sure the graffiti is
meeting held on April 13, 2017. The of 2006, as amended.
Nancy Herpolsheimer
vices at a cost of $0.0340/gallon for
Year 1; $0.0369/gallon for Year 2; and
CITY OF
The minutes of March 9, 2017
were approved as presented. taken care of.
amendments included Section 5.7
Signs to ensure compliance with Attica Township Clerk $0.0389/gallon for Year 3, as present- IMLAY CITY
The treasurer report showed a Planning Commission - none United States Supreme Court rulings 17-1 ed; and approved the Water Asset SPECIAL COMMISSION
new balance of: General Fund Attorney - none on the case of Reed v. Town of Management Plan Payment invoice MEETING
$655,077.56 and CDARS savings Ambulance - none Gilbert, Arizona. A true and complete for Spicer Group in the amount of April 19, 2017
Commissioner - Commissioner $22,359.00, as presented. The meet- SYNOPSIS
$202,497.53; Public
$109,060.32, CDARS $50,624.38;
Safety
Jarvis reported that there is ongoing
copy of these Zoning Ordinance
Amendments may be purchased or
ATTICA ing was adjourned at 7:42 p.m. Mayor Bargen called the meet-
Fire Millage $107,571.96, CDARS litigation with EMS, discussed
Genealogy workshop on May 20th at
inspected at the Attica Township Hall, TOWNSHIP Submitted by Nicole F. Frost, City
Clerk. Complete copies of the min-
ing to order at 7:05 p.m.
$50,624.38; Fire Escrow $81,252.04, 4350 Peppermill Road, Attica, MI TRUTH IN TAXATION Commissioners present were Bargen,
the Attica Cemetery., Lapeer County utes are available in the Clerks office
CDARS $50,624.38.
Deputy Association benefit is May
48412, Mondays through Fridays, HEARING during normal business hours or at
Rankin, Kempf, Planck, and Romine
Police Report - There were 173 except holidays, from 9:00 a.m. to The Truth In Taxation Hearing (at 7:15 p.m.). Commissioners
calls in February, with 119 of the calls 13, the Polly Ann Trail Walk is June 12:00 noon. The complete Attica www.imlaycity.org. Ramirez and Tanis were absent. Also
for the fiscal year of July 1, 2017
handled by the Township Deputies. 3rd, and discussion on the Vietnam Township Zoning Ordinance may also 17-1 present was City Manager Tom
through June 30, 2018, will be held
Public Time - Resident Andy Veteran Gala to be held in North be viewed or downloaded at the Youatt. The Commission held discus-
during the regular Township Board
Michalik asked if there is a plan for a Branch. Township website http://atticatown- sion on the FY2017/2018 Budget and
meeting to be held on May 11, 2017,
work day at the park and stated that Board - none
Public - Resident Mike
ship.org. The effective date of this at 7:00 p.m. at the Attica Township GREATER took no action. The meeting was
there is graffiti on the big rock, trees
and the playground and that the Landerson stated concerns about a
Zoning Ordinance Amendment will
be as provided in the Michigan
Hall, 4350 Peppermill Rd., Attica,
Michigan.
LAPEER COUNTY adjourned at 9:04 p.m. Submitted by
Nicole F. Frost, City Clerk. Complete
swings need to be repaired. house across the street from him that
has been vacant for 15 years and is
Zoning Enabling Act, Public Act 110 Nancy Herpolsheimer UTILITY copies of the minutes are available in
Old Business - Moved and sec-
onded to authorize the solicitation of falling down. Mr. Gottschalk said he
of 2006, as amended.
Nancy Herpolsheimer
Clerk AUTHORITY the Clerks office during normal busi-
ness hours or at www.imlaycity.org.
bids to expand the Attica Township will see what he can do to have it Attica Township Clerk
17-2
JOINT 17-1
Museum with specifications to be inspected and taken care of.
Review and pay the bills - Moved and
17-1 RESOLUTION OF
drawn up by the Township with a
seconded to pay the bills: General CITY OF DISSOLUTION
deadline of June 1, 2017. Ayes; all,
Fund - $34,654.72, Public Safety - IMLAY CITY At separate meetings held by VILLAGE OF
Nays; none, motion carried.
Budget workshop date is April $9,803.81, and Fire Fund - $10,568.29. ATTICA REGULAR COMMISSION each of the legislative bodies of the ALMONT
25, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the Township Total for bills is $55,026.82. Roll call
vote taken, all ayes, motion carried.
TOWNSHIP MEETING member municipalities of the Greater ALMONT VILLAGE
Hall. Notice of Adoption Lapeer County Utility Authority, the COUNCIL
Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m. APRIL 18, 2017 following Resolution is offered:
New Business - Discussion on the
A complete copy of the minutes is
Zoning Ordinance SYNOPSIS REGULAR MEETING
Thumb Alarm System. Moved and WHEREAS, Act 233 of 1955,
available at the Attica Township Hall. Amendment Mayor Bargen called the meet- the Municipal Sewage and Water APRIL 4, 2017
seconded to purchase a Zoll AED
Nancy Herpolsheimer Township of Attica ing to order at 7:00 p.m. Supply Systems Act (MSWSSA), SYNOPSIS
(Automated External Defibrillator)
and pads at a cost not to exceed Attica Township Clerk Lapeer County, Michigan Commissioners present were Bargen, found at MCL 124.281 et. seq., as President Schneider called the
17-1 Notice is hereby given that the Rankin, Kempf, Planck, and Romine amended, authorizes municipalities to Regular Meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
Attica Township Board adopted an (at 7:03 p.m.). Commissioners create an authority for the purpose Councilmembers present were Dyke,
amendment to the Attica Township Ramirez and Tanis were absent. Also Ligon, Love, Peltier, Steven C.
EMMETT TOWNSHIP
of acquiring, owning, improving,
Zoning Ordinance, at their regular present were City Manager Tom enlarging, extending and operating a Schneider & Steve R. Schneider.
meeting held on April 13, 2017. The Youatt; John Olson, P.E. of Spicer water supply system and/or a sewage Councilmember Steffler was absent.
RESIDENTS amendments included Section 2.2 Group, Inc.; Dan Aylward of Abilita; disposal system; and Staff present were Manager Connors
Definitions; Section 3.1 Zoning Doug Skylis of ROWE Professional WHEREAS, on December 15, & Deputy Clerk/Treasurer Zehnder.
Districts; added Section 4.61 Small Services Company; four members of The Council approved agenda;
DUMPSTER DAY Solar Energy Systems for On-Site the community; and one member of
1966, the Greater Lapeer County
Utility Authority (GLCUA) was approved consent agenda; approved
Use; added Section 4.62 Medium the media. The Commission approved incorporated under the MSWSSA the adoption of Ordinance 193.2
At The EMMETT TOWNSHIP HALL Solar Energy Systems; and added the agenda with the following addi- as each of the incorporating munici- Amendment to Zoning Ordinance
11100 DUNNIGAN RD. (M-21) Section 4.63 Large Solar Energy tion: 8.D. Water Asset Management palities, individually, adopted the Article 9, PUD - Planned Unit
EMMETT, MI. Systems to incorporate solar energy Plan Payment #2. The Commission Articles of Incorporation by resolu- Development District; approved
systems uses standards and defini- approved the Consent Agenda Items MIDeal Road Salt Order Request for
SATURDAY, MAY 6th & 20th tions. A true and complete copy of as presented, including Regular
tion; and
WHEREAS, the current 100 tons road salt for the 2017-2018
7:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. these Zoning Ordinance Amendments Meeting minutes of April 4, 2017; member municipalities (the winter season; ratified the purchase of
may be purchased or inspected at the Parks & Recreation Meeting minutes Townships of Almont, Elba, a new efficiency office furnace &
WILL ACCEPT TIRES: $3.00 FOR CAR or LIGHT TRUCK - $7.00 approved to accept verbal resolution
Goodland, Imlay, Lapeer, and
SEMI-TRUCK TIRES - $1.25 PER INCH for TRACTOR TIRES to the Court Order of Final Judgment
Oregon) now desire to dissolve
ALMONT TOWNSHIP
$15.00 charge for Non-tagged Freon Items GLCUA; and and Dismissal between Village and
WHEREAS, in order to dis- David T. & Lisa M. Burley.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES NOT ACCEPTED solve GLCUA the legislative body Discussion was held on Lapeer
PLEASE SEPARATE METAL REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS of each member municipalities must
sign a joint resolution of dissolution
Development Corporation, Michigan
Agency for Energy, resident that is
FOR INFORMATION CALL: 810-384-8070 Ext# 21 The Almont Township Board is now accepting sealed bids for lawn which must be approved by unani- using space as a dumping ground &
17-1 & 19-1
maintenance for the Almont Township Fire Hall for a 3 year period. Bids mous consent of the member munici- burning ordinance.
are due by May 5, 2017 no later than 9:00 a.m. at 819 N. Main St., Almont, palities; and The meeting adjourned at 9:55
MI. 48003. Bids will be opened on May 5, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the town- WHEREAS, after the joint p.m.
OFFICIAL NOTICE
ship office. Please contact the office between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at resolution of dissolution has been Cindy Zehnder
(810)798-8521 for bid requirements. adopted, it must then be published Deputy Clerk/Treasurer
Carol Hoffner one time in a local newspaper and Steve Schneider
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Boats Apartment For Rent
Employment Opportunity Accounting &
Tax Preparation Glass
1987 20 FT. STARCRAFT ALMONT 1 BEDROOM, new
carpet and paint. No pets.
System Administrator
BOAT. Inboard. Boat in excel- TODD'S GLASS
8-2-17
lent shape, needs a little floor $495.00 first and last months The Lapeer County Intermediate School District is MIRRORS & MORE
work. Complete and ready to rent, plus $200 security depos-
go fishing. Totally equipped - it. 586-215-1148. APR-17-4
accepting applications for a System Administrator. Frame & Frameless Shower Enclosures
122 W. Washington, Downtown Romeo
too much to mention. $7,500. ................................................ The job posting and online application is available Custom Mirrors Replacement Windows
719 Van Dyke - Imlay City 810-724-2480
Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm,
586-752-2682
Call 810-417-1829. B-11-6 CAPAC VILLAGE: 2 bedroom at https://tinyurl.com/LCISD-EmploymentOppor- Saturday &
Evenings By Appt. www.romeoaccountants.com TODDSGLASS.COM
1-24-18
................................................ upstairs apt. for 1 or 2 adults,
50+, spacious, lots of storage,
tunities. All applications must be submitted online.
appliances and all utilities, If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer
Autos except AC included, carport, English at either (810) 245-3965 or jenglish@ Heating &
no pets, security deposit
lapeerisd.org. Cooling
required; call 810-395-2226 HW-17-1
1989 LINCOLN TOWN CAR,
and leave message. APR-7-16 Commercial & Residential
showroom condition, stored
8-16-17
................................................ 301 E. First Street,
Mussey Township
winters, a beautiful car! Suite 400, Imlay City
$4,200.00 or best offer. Call
810-660-7469. A-1-CAT COME HOME TO HEATING & COOLING SPECIALISTS
................................................
HICKORY SQUARE We are accepting resumes for the position of Sexton for
Service & Install, Financing Licensed & Insured
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APARTMENTS Mussey Township which maintains four cemeteries in the NEW
Garage Sale township. For detailed information, stop by the township
LOCATION
IMLAY CITY office during regular business hours or visit our website Outdoor
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Automotive
dropped off at the township located at: Mussey Township,
DRYDEN COMMUNITY 1 Bedroom...........Starting at $570 135 N Main Street, PO Box 118, Capac MI 48014 by May Parts and Service
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4, 2017.
Sheila McDonald
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ry modern dresser, electric cast
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April 27th 30th 8:00a.m. 5:00 is seeking Experienced
Custom Building & Remodeling
HW-9-18
Employment Opportunities
8 chairs, other 60s and 70s
items. Housewares, linens.
GS-17-1
Clock Repair
......................................................
MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE! The Lapeer County Intermediate School District is accepting applica-
643 East Drive, Imlay City. April NOW TAKING SCRAP METAL
tions for nine (9) Adult Education Instructor positions for the 2017-18
27 & 28, 9-5 and May 4, 5 & 6,
9a.m.-5p.m. GS-17-1 School Year. To be considered, candidates must have the appropriate teach- Located Between Imlay City
...................................................... ing credentials, including a Secondary Teaching Certificate. Clean Your Clock
and Almont on M-53
The Lapeer County Intermediate School District is accepting applications Need someones clock cleaned?
Im your man.
3620 Van Dyke Almont, MI
For Rent for seven (7) Community Education positions for the 2017-18 School Year.
The job postings and online applications are available at https://tinyurl.
Cleaning and repair.
Insured/Guaranteed.
Imlay City. Parts c&e
810-798-8533 E-Z
com/LCISD-ACE17-18. All applications must be submitted online. If you 810-358-7740 Servi Fax 810-798-3738 Financing
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FR-3-26 10-11-17
have any questions, please contact Jennifer English at either (810) 245-3965
IMLAY CITY
~Newly Remodeled~
Full & Half-day Rental
810-338-0163/810-724-6102
or jenglish@lapeerisd.org.
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual
orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, marital or family status, genetic information, height, weight,
military status, ancestry, or any other statutorily protected category (collectively Protected Classes) in its programs,
Professional Directory
activities, or employment. The following individuals have been designated by the Board of Education as the Districts
CAPAC
Compliance Officers to handle inquiries regarding the Districts nondiscrimination, prohibition against discrimination
Searching for a lady based on disability, and anti-harassment policies: Michelle Proulx, Director of Special Education (student-related) or
to live with me, Ann M. Schwieman, Director of Administrative Services and Personnel (staff-related); Address (for mailing purposes
only): Lapeer County ISD Administration Building, 1996 W. Oregon St., Lapeer, MI 48446; Phone (to speak to or
in a 4 bedroom
PHARMACY
schedule an appointment with a Compliance Officer): (810) 664-5917. HW-16-2
home in Capac.
Light housekeep-
B E E R W I N E L O T TO
ing duties, reference Store Hours: Monday thru Thursday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm;
please. Share rent. Friday & Saturday 9:00 am to 10:00 pm; Sunday 12Noon to 5:00 pm
For more information, Pharmacy Hours: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am to 9:00 pm;
contact 810-395-8465. Closed Sunday
CALL: 724-2615
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810-392-2121 Season 810.724.0851
4th4th Annual
Annual VGEVGE Foundation
Foundation
Charity
Charity Golf Outing
Golf Outing
Saturday,
Saturday,
Saturday, July 22,
22, 2017,
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arrive at the
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at the Wyndgate
Country Country
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Country Club.
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greet uponupon
you upon entering
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entering
entering the club.
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class club
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club facilities
facilities
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be available
available
available at 7:00amat
at 7:00am
includingincluding
7:00am including driving
driving range,
driving range, range,
putting
putting greens,
puttinggreens,
greens, men'smen's
men's &
& women's
& women's lockerlocker
women's rooms. rooms.
locker rooms.
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be served served beginning
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beginning at 7:30am.at
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7:30am.
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and beverages
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beverages will bewill
will be
be available
available
available throughoutthroughout
throughout the
the golf
golf course.
the golf course. course.
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golferswill will
will return
return
return to
to club
to club househouse
club house
for BBQ for BBQ
BBQ&dinner
fordinner award &
dinner & award
award ceremony.
ceremony. ceremony.
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be August
be August August 12,
12, 2017.
12, 2017. 2017.
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raffles (each (each
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prizes (each course) 2016 Non Profit Partners
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prize putting putting contest:
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contest: winner winner
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